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This is our traditional post-series Wrap Up Episode.

We discuss our favourite episodes and moments from Series 4 (and Dead Line) And we delve into the emails that we've received from you over the past month or so. It's been a blast!

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On the occasion of a momentous episode, Trinity Hardware Headquarters owner, Mr. Dan Zehnder drops in for an update, and makes clear why his company's fourth year is a fond but distant memory (1:06:10). Ruth Dowling joins Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to report on the recent Fastener Fair Mexico, from which she returned virtually unscathed (40:08). Plus, John Wachman of Desert Distribution describes the exciting new developments at the Fastener Training Institute (15:46). Brian and Eric plow ahead. Run time: 01:27:41

The sound of new business opportunity is a sweet song indeed, as Aaron Shushan of manufacturer rep agency Specialty Sales attests (20:10). In contrast, the sour notes of government overreach have inspired a burgeoning movement to squelch the music, as Goldwater Institute veteran constitutional attorney, Mr. Nick Dranias, explains (1:07:21). Meanwhile, the fastener industry has maintained a steady chord during the first quarter. Mike McNulty and BB&T analyst, Holden Lewis discuss the reasons why as they review the latest FDI reading on The Fastener News Report (41:48). Hosts Brian and Eric pay tribute to a late comic genius, and allegorically use one of his classic gags as a call to curb D.C.'s clangorous crooning. Run time: 01:44:55

Jay Minichino of the MFDA reports on the recent economic summit meeting in New York (10:51). Pac-West president, Tracy Lehman, and NFDA VP, Paul Tiffany, recount the recent events at the joint association conference in Palm Springs (1:08:01). BB&T analyst Holden Lewis joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to explain the seasonally adjusted FDI numbers (41:02). Brian and Eric announce the new FCH Quote Scrubber, and contemplate the deeper meaning of fershmoozlement. Run time: 01:41:33

Unapologetically, president of The Fastener Connection and SFA, and second generation fastener man, Michael Rodriguez, tells it like it is (1:01:06). Fastener software baron, Bob Reynolds, is heading back to Vegas for the annual INxSQL user group meeting (20:05). Brighton Best VP of sales, Steve Andrasik joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report (40:39). Brian keeps shoveling snow, while Eric hangs out in the igloo. Run time: 01:39:47

The same cold winds have been blowing from the north, and from the nation's capital for some time. Fortunately, an exciting line-up of all new guests joins Brian and Eric to shake up the winter doldrums, as MaryLouise Eckman, of All Points Fasteners, tells her tale of non-conventional fastener success (1:14:20). Reshoring Initiative founder, Mr. Harry Moser, joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to explain the current state of bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. (48:27) Plus, heat treating expert, Brian Christianson, of South Holland Metal Finishing, discusses REACH standards and what they mean to fastener distributors selling abroad (17:27). Tidbits from around the industry, and complaints about the cold, the warming, and conflict minerals reporting, it's more of the same digital effluvia you've come to know and love. Run time: 01:56:13

Like the climate in general, the weather outside is chilling, but the year's first installment of predominantly fastener-related talk radio warms the hearts of threaded fastening aficionados, as Stelfast president, Simmi, presents her optimistic view of the fastener world to launch the 2014 season (1:08:52). Also, NFDA and Hodell-Natco president, Kevin Reidl, previews upcoming industry conferences and the latest developments with the recently revived Fastener Industry Coalition (18:22). On the Fastener News Report, Mike McNulty delivers top industry headlines, and reviews the FDI reading for December with BB&T analyst, Holden Lewis (41:06). Eric oddly claims the sun impacts Earth's weather, while Brian dons an electric winter jacket, just in case. Run time: 01:37:54

Wrapping up another year of predominantly fastener-related online talk radio, FTR welcomes the jovial, Mr. Dan Zehnder, who shares his thoughts on the state of the industry and describes exciting expansion at Trinity Hardware Headquarters (21:52). Brighton Best International director of purchasing, Jun Xu, explains progress of the PFC roll up, and announces a new training program being offered to the industry (1:13:04). On the Fastener News Report, BB&T analyst, Holden Lewis, breaks down the sluggish November FDI reading, and Mike McNulty presents his predictions for the coming new year (43:17). Special Christmas bonus: J.R. Prahl's, "The Gift", opens the show. Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas hope for big changes in Washington, and prepare to start wrapping presents. Run time: 01:52:35

The monkeys were purple, the shirts were red, and another Vegas fastener show is in the books. Get the inside scoop as Metric & Multistandard national sales manager, Rich Cavoto, Daggerz lady, Joanne Bialas, along with Andy Graham, of National Threaded Fasteners, discuss the big show in review (1:15:17). Mike McNulty and analyst Holden Lewis present reasons to be optimistic, as the FDI tracks back upward, during a jam-packed edition of the Fastener News Report (45:27). During his FTR debut, Mr. Paul Vittori, of The Socket Source, wonders aloud what happens now to PFC’s former suppliers (23:54). Plus, direct from the floor of The Sands, interviews and fastener word association with Andy Cohn, Todd Walters, Swetu Chheda, John Gaudette, Allan Weitzman, and more. Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas do what they do, and note their relentless and ongoing commitment to serving as paragons of online fastening teamwork. Run time: 01:58:41

They say every time a door closes, another opens up. The federal government is back in business just as a venerated fastener supplier loses its battle to an aggressive industry rival. Meanwhile, fastener people from across the industry prepare for the annual pilgrimage to Vegas. BBI sales VP, Mr. Steve Andrasik, summarizes the Porteous acquisition. Rob Lucas, of Fidelis Fasteners, explains what the deal could mean for the industry, as well as the entire master importer model (1:09:23). On the Fastener News Report, Mike McNulty talks with BB&T analyst, Holden Lewis, on the shocking dip of the Fastener Distributor Index (42:27). Plus, Don “Solution Man” Shan explains developments at Solution Industries, including a new branch location and the addition of new A-team members (18:30). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas are glad to be open for business, especially as Brian describes his penchant for over-priced smart phone accessories. Run time: 01:44:21

With headlines flying fast, the FTR team delivers another episode well worth your time. Executive VP of the Wurth Group, Mr. Marc Strandquist, announces his company's ambitious expansion plan (1:03:37). WIFI members, Pam Berry and Jennifer Friel, preview their upcoming NIFS program (17:59). Also, NCFA president, Marty Nolan, joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to describe his organization's latest work to advance the newly constituted Fastener Industry Coalition (40:10). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas recount their iOS7 upgrade experiences and decry the fraudulent and dangerous "climate change" movement. Run time: 01:37:19

Some people want funding, some want to start wars, others just want to sell some fasteners. FTR showcases all three during its latest, far-reaching edition while it welcomes fastener renaissance man, Mr. Charlie Kerr, of legendary socket producer, Kerr Lakeside (1:08:30). A diminutive set screw brings Fastener Specialties Manufacturing proprietor, Rick Perkaus, onto the scene to discuss breaking barriers, business conditions and more (19:53). On the Fastener News Report, managing editor, Mike McNulty, has top stories and quizzes BB&T analyst, Holden Lewis on the August FDI results (42:40). Plus, news of another industry acquisition and breakthrough 3D printing tools make the headlines. In the aftermath of Apple’s latest product announcements, hosts Brian and Eric wonder aloud if they will be enough to kickstart the heretofore avant-garde tech company past market rivals. Run time: 02:00:31

You may not like it, want it, or need it, but the government is coming to help you. And it wouldn’t want anything bad to happen, so it’s watching very closely. Meanwhile, industry veteran, Mr. Don Haggerty, of Stelfast, is keeping a sharp eye on developments surrounding the latest anti-dumping claims, and he shares his best guesses as to where the new petitions will lead (59:46). On the Fastener News Report, the fearless Mike McNulty delivers industry headlines as well as a powerful dissertation on the current attack on the Fourth Amendment (43:41). Also, Russ Doran previews the upcoming Pac-West fall conference, and describes the finest achievements of his soon to expire presidential term (19:20). Brian and Eric aren’t sure if they’re ready for the end of summer, or the beginning of socialized medicine, so they distract themselves with an improbable contest between beavers and moose. Run time: 01:30:44

What’s behind the latest moves at Porteous Fastener Company? How is additive manufacturing and 3D printing impacting the fastener industry in today’s market? And what is the significance of the FDI and PMI divergence in July? Bob Porteous shares his thoughts and hopes for the future (1:04:33). Top A. Raymond Tinnerman R&D engineers explain their efforts in utilizing additive manufacturing technology in the current fastener world (18:20). And Mike McNulty, along with BB&T analyst Holden Lewis, seeks perspective in the modern world’s soupy reality during the Fastener News Report (44:52). Meanwhile, hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas lament past errors while they dream of the abundant oyster crackers to come. Run time: 01:37:57

As summer temperatures rise, is the fastener industry heating up along with them? What new anti-dumping claim has the NFDA speaking out? And who is the “other” Jim Sullivan? Industry oracle, Mr. Andy Cohn, of Duncan Bolt, shares his thoughts on these and other issues (59:31). On the Fastener News Report, market analyst, Holden Lewis, and Mike McNulty discuss the June FDI results (31:30). Plus, Rich Cavoto, of Metric and Multistandard, announces the results of the 61st annual MWFA golf outing (17:27). Upon their return from the wilds of the north, hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas are no worse for the wear. Or are they…? Run time: 01:45:36

The analysts speak of slow but steady growth (21:19). Meanwhile, the mood is tentatively positive as the summer’s largest fastener event comes to a successful conclusion, but evidence suggests earth-shattering changes on the horizon. New NFDA president, and Hodell-Natco chief, Mr. Kevin Reidl, presents his vision for the year ahead (1:03:49). BB&T Capital Markets analyst, Holden Lewis, joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to review the May FDI numbers (34:39). Plus, Joe Greenslade makes a cameo appearance during the NFDA panel discussion. Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas recap Fastener Tech ’13 and their breakout session, which described the potential effects of exponential growth on technology and manufacturing. They also consider a post-singularity future in which you could leave your hamburger anywhere and not worry about anybody eating it. Run time: 01:37:46

Progress comes in many forms, and it seems to be accelerating in exponential fashion. Fastener Tech ’13 is right around the corner, and Team FCH prepares to expound on this and related ideas during their multimedia break-out session at the conference. VP of sales and marketing for Elgin Fastener Group, Mr. Marty Goeree, explains the progression of one of the industry’s most aggressive acquisition strategies (53:15). On the Fastener News Report, intrepid fastener newsman Mike McNulty lays out industry headlines and speaks with incoming Nucor fastener sales manager, Chris Gasser (31:25). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas consider the emerging technology of 3D printing (16:46), and identify a deadly example of progress gone awry. Run time: 01:21:51

From meager beginnings, superior situations sometimes arise. Such is the case as hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas return from their wide-ranging travels to welcome Jackie Hunter and Jim Overlin, of Stelfast, who see improving conditions and make an exciting announcement about a new product line for the industry's most trustworthy master distributor (1:11:18). On the Fastener News Report, industry anchorman, Mike McNulty presents fastener industry headlines and discusses April FDI results with analyst, Holden Lewis, of BB&T Capital Markets (39:49). Plus, reports on the NCFA Distributor Social, All American Fastener Show, and Pac-West’s 4th Mel Kirsner Memorial Golf Tournament (14:43). Dramatically, Solution Man crashes onto the scene, making his fastener radio debut, just as others crash into the panel discussion arena. Run time: 01:39:26

Special guest hosts John Butler, of K & L Sales, and Andy Pels, of ScrewCrew.com, welcome globetrotting fastener industry pundit, Rob Lucas, of Fidelis Fasteners. With fresh insights from the Taiwan Fastener Show, the trio explores the outlook for the balance of the year, and considers the implications of a shifting supplier environment (50:05). Mr. Jason Sandefur, of GlobalFastenerNews.com, presents the Fastener News Report, with updates on the Bay Bridge fiasco, Nucor anti-dumping, less than stellar performance from Fastenal, and much more (33:53). Plus, new sponsor, Buckeye Fasteners, joins the team! Download an app that actually pertains to fasteners (11:44), and learn the truth about grade 7, as you discover there is no substitute for FTR. Run time: 01:34:57