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It’s a gnarly fastener talk radio laser flip, as California kids Chris and Ryan McCaffrey of R&D Fasteners hang ten during their podcast debut (1:27:41). Bob “GQ” Baer and Marty Nolan preview the Fastener Summit (21:28). During the Fastener News Report, industry anchorman Mike McNulty hosts Baird analyst Dave Manthey to explain last month’s apparent tailslide in the FDI (58:53). Fastener top gun, Carmen Vertullo, pulls off a wicked hydrogen embrittlement 360 with his top ten must-know list about this persistent industry menace (1:21:25). Plus: YFP board member Baron Yarborough covers the recent SEFA/SFA table top show. It's "scary but fun" as Brian and Eric goofy foot while they purvey their usual brand of industry prattle. Run time: 02:21:02

Fastener Professional of the Year, Mr. Robbie Gilchrist, reacts to being chosen by the NFDA for its new industry accolade (1:32:48). Christie Jones of Spirol International Corporation explains the many benefits of new finishing process, ArmorGalv (39:24). Fastenal business development manager, Jeff Kammerer describes the Mansco acquistion (55:52). On the Fastener News Report, Mike McNulty presents the headlines and discusses the latest surge in the FDI with Bamal president, Kevin Miller (1:04:12). Plus, Carmen Vertullo gets technical on the Fastener Training Minute (1:26:16). Brian and Eric share their experiences at the recent NFDA and Pac-West joint conference, and marvel at media buzzword hype. Run time: 02:13:18

There's no shortage of drama in the fastener industry, as surging optimism and idealistic youth align against ongoing consolidation and off-shoring. Throw in a few industry events and some fake news headlines and you get pretty exciting fastener talk radio. Jim “Big Papa” Kelam, of Sems and Specials weighs in on industry trends, Vegas, retirement, and the new breed of fastener pro, along with Jackie “Kind of a Big Deal” Ventura (1:09:20). YFP board member, Kenny Sanker, describes the AIM mentoring program (18:02). Also, SEFA president, Terry Windham previews the upcoming joint conference with SFA (34:09). Fastener News Report anchor, Mike McNulty and Baird analyst, Dave Manthey examine the shocking FDI numbers (40:10). Plus, senior fastener industry consultant, Carmen Vertullo gets fully threaded during the Fastener Training Minute (1:03:55). Brian and Eric remain philosophical as they play their role in the perennial saga that is the thread game. Run time: 01:50:07

It might be, it could be, it is another installment of predominantly fastener-related talk radio, as Lindstrom VP, Dick Ripley announces an important acquisition for his team and describes market conditions from his sky box view (19:34). Matt Delawder, of SWD, and John “Cool Hand” Butler, of The Olander Company, are up next, to review the 2016 Vegas Fastener Show (1:11:30). Learn to step up to the plate when explaining problems to suppliers on the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo (1:05:20). Also, October FDI results and the winners of this year's FTR/FTI Scholarship awards. Plus, a line up of NIFS attendee interviews, including Eric's mom! Brian and Eric pinch hit for McNulty, as they bask in a fastener field of dreams, come true after 108 years. Run time: 02:09:44

In an episode jammed with fastener industry headlines like a west coast port during a shipping crisis, Jackie “Kind of a Big Deal” Ventura and C&H International operator, Charles Chang open with a look at the recent bankruptcy of shipping company, Hanjin. BBI president, Jun Xu, discusses the implications of Brighton becoming a publicly traded company (1:15:16). MWFA president, Bob “GQ” Baer and John “Cowboy” Wachman review the recent Fastener Training Week in Chicago (27:39). The FDI ticks up, and Mike McNulty hosts past NFDA president, Casey McIlhon to review the most recent survey responses on the Fastener News Report (50:56). Also, Carmen Vertullo presents another informative Fastener Training Minute (1:09:06). Bonus: Exciting NCFA Screw Open results! Brian and Eric look at 3D parts for autos, and conclude you've won if by land… Run time: 01:51:57

When Kerr Lakeside boss, Charlie Kerr, offers his thoughts on the state of the fastener industry, the presidential race, and his favorite baseball team's chances for a pennant, it's a slice of fastener radio pie you cannot afford to pass up (1:13:20). NFDA president, Marc Strandquist joins Mike McNulty to assess the screw biz in light of sagging FDI numbers on the Fastener News Report (43:02). The crew from Peak Innovations Engineering discusses their ultrasonic approach to joint testing (14:41). Plus, on the Fastener Training Minute, Carmen Vertullo offers practical advice to solve a common thread problem (1:08:13). Like enraged chefs at a soiree gone awry, Brian and Eric launch pastry at yet more government stoogism. Run time: 02:02:52

There are no distractions as NFDA board member and Hayes Bolt VP, Kelly Cole (1:14:36), and journeyman fastener rep, Rick Rudolph (10:58), stop in to share their thoughts on current industry trends and issues. The laser focus continues as screw biz anchorman, Mike McNulty, presents the Fastener News Report and examines June FDI results with BB&T analyst, Charles Redding (48:45). Also, Carmen Vertullo presents another informative Fastener Training Minute (1:08:49). Brian heads south, and Eric offers his thoughts on avoiding the squirrels. Run time: 01:50:55

In the battle for fastener industry success, it's important to make the right choices, which are sometimes not the same for everyone. Reluctant industry legend and 2016 Fastener Hall of Fame inductee, Bruce Wheeler of Star Stainless makes this case during a landmark interview (1:12:42). The FDI ticks up, and Mike McNulty explores the reasons why, along with BB&T Capital Markets analyst, Charles Redding on the Fastener News Report (50:54). The MWFA table top show and golf outing were great successes again this year, as described by Bob "GQ" Baer, Nancy Rich, Ruth Dowling, Steve Greenberg and more (14:12). Plus, Beacon Fasteners sales manager, Kameron Dorsey drops in with updates from the FIC (39:43). Also, fastener guru Carmen Vertullo presents the Fastener Training Minute (103:43). Brian and Eric discuss a glitch with FCH SourceFinder and 3-D printed airplane parts, then choose to spend the rest of the month on the lake. Run time: 01:47:28

Mention golf, fine tequilla and multilobular screwheads during the same conversation, and you must be speaking of predominantly fastener-related talk radio. A case in point, this edition features the riveting Ms. Rosa Hearn, of Brighton Best International, who is headed to Fastener Fair Mexico, and provides translation services along the way (1:06:57). Pac-West board member, Clay Weaver, shares results of this year's Mel Kirsner Memorial golf tournament (34:37). If you remember when team Porteous dominated this event, you don't want to miss this report. Plus, the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey interviews NCFA Distributor Social attendees, who comment on the annual gala, as well as the future of the Vegas fastener show, Larry Kelly, Cris Young, Kristen Kessler and more (10:01). The Fastener Distributor Index showed signs of improvement in April, as fastener newsman Mike McNulty and BB&T analyst Charles Redding explain during the Fastener News Report (42:38). And fastener industry consultant, Carmen Vertullo, reports from the ASTM F16 technical meeting in San Antonio (1:1:34). Hosts Brian and Eric do their best to provide bilingual commentary as they review the state of the fastener industry from their view, while enjoying some chilli with meat, con carne. Run time: 01:40:17

The bulls and bears disagree on what they see ahead. Meanwhile, the high fliers joining the latest edition of fastener talk radio dispel some of the confusion with their mile high view of the screw business. Just returned from Taiwan, Würth EVP, Marc Strandquist describes the Global Fastener Leaders Summit and notes the tenor of conversation during the event (21:57). NFDA president, Casey McIlhon, and Fastener Technology International editor, Mike McNulty, assess the uptick of the most recent Fastener Distributor Index reading, during the Fastener News Report (43:07). John Bilton, marketing VP at Utah based distributor THB, Inc. explains how cutting edge ERP technology is helping his company thrive in an uncertain environment, even as some suppliers seem to be adding to the challenge (1:07:31). Also, Carmen Vertullo presents materials every fastener reference shelf must include, on the Fastener Training Minute (1:00:58). Bonus: Link Magazine publishes a rare Venn diagram explaining the hydrogen embrittlement nexus of risk. Brian and Eric reflect on the fragility of life, and consider soaring eagles and skunk seeking canine companions, concluding it's best to have as many of each around as possible. Run time: 01:44:17

It's all fasteners all the time, almost, as Fastenal EVP, Gary Polipnick drops in to talk about his erstwhile golf career, Nascar, and a little shop (1:12:02). Kevin Chavis, of Star Stainless offers a run down of the recent joint conference of NFDA and Pac-West (19:00). Aaron Shushan of Specialty Sales describes the industry's newest fastener-related media entity, Fastener Pulse (34:06). Plus, Mike McNulty welcomes BB&T analyst Charles Redding to mull over the smoldering FDI numbers on the Fastener News Report (44:29). Also, Carmen Vertullo looks at magnetism and stainless steel, on the Fastener Training Minute (1:05:51). Always true to the fastener industry, and reality in general, Brian and Eric note the ominous climate of weaponized AGW alarmism. Run time: 02:06:02

There might be some question as to what makes a hall a hall, but there's no doubt what constitutes fame in the fastener business. This is clear as industry legend, Mr. Virg Lindstrom, of Lindstrom Metric renown speaks with Dan Zehnder of Trinity Hardware (1:20:24). Adding his thoughts on the subject, and riding the superslide of fastener greatness, Würth Timberline president, Russ Doran, comments on the recent Fastener Hall of Fame rescue project (21:11), which is documented during segments featuring industry gadfly Marty Nolan, Jackie “Kind of a Big Deal” Ventura, and freewheeling fastener wildcatter, Eric Dudas (13:18). Always focused on fasteners, Mike McNulty presents industry headlines, and surveys the carnage of the January FDI along with MWFA president, Bob “GQ” Baer (51:54). Also, Carmen Vertullo delivers the Fastener Training Minute with another real-world application question (1:11:21). Assured of their own destiny, Brian and Eric distinguish between the famous and infamous as they slog along the questionable pathway to fastener glory. Run time: 01:49:33

Everywhere you look, there are conflicting opinions on the direction of business, the markets, the elections, and even the success of reshoring. The latest season of predominantly fastener related talk radio floats in like a benign bubble, and begins with an open question to which a host of fastener professionals respond, with John Butler, Andy Cohn, Pam Berry, Gary Polipnick and more (18:58). Could the end of hydrogen embrittlement be near? Industry consultant and guru, Carmen Vertullo, discusses this possibility as he offers three “fastener war stories” during his latest feature appearance (1:02:47). Bamal Fastener Corp president, Kevin Miller, sits in with Mike McNulty, of Fastener Technology International, to dissect the latest FDI on the Fastener News Report (43:10). Plus, Fastener Fair Mexico is previewed with Mack Brooks Exhibitions manager, Bob Chiricosta (30:50). The boys examine alternate views of the current state of returning jobs to the States, decide there might be objective truth in the numbers, but come away wondering what the hell is actually going on. Run time: 01:59:38

Closing out another season of predominantly fastener related talk radio, and reflecting on the first ONE HUNDRED episodes of the podcast, John "Cool Hand" Butler, of The Olander Company, and Marty Nolan, of R.L. English, revisit past FTR episodes and offer their observations on the impact of the show (1:23:13). Lindstrom sourcing guru, Rob Lucas, comments on steel prices and their likely effects on importers during the coming year (22:50). Ohio Oil and Gas Association EVP, Shawn Bennett, explains slumping oil prices and how domestic drillers are reacting (46:08). Also softening, the FDI numbers for November are revealed during Mike McNulty's Fastener News Report (1:02:57). Plus, Carmen Vertullo delivers another “fastener war story” on the Fastener Training Minute (1:16:36). Meanwhile, the boys take stock in the friends and experiences they've gained during their tenure as thread jockeys, and Brian explains why he will no longer have to carry his own cutlery to MWFA events. Run time: 02:08:42

Things could be worse, but the FTR boys aren't quite sure. Helping them sort out the methods and meaning of the Fastener Distributor Index, inquisitive index observer and proponent, Bob “GQ” Baer, of Abbott-Interfast speaks with senior BB&T Capital Markets analyst, Charles Redding (15:55). Industry blogger, Traveling Salesman, shares his thoughts on the big news about NIFS (38:54). Industry anchorman, Mike McNulty has screw biz headlines on the Fastener News Report (47:48), and fastener consultant, Carmen Vertullo presents the Fastener Training Minute (1:01:09). And despite possible storm clouds, legendary Stelfast founder Mr. Surinder Sakhuja reminds us all to smile, during a revealing conversation with Dan Zehnder, of Trinity Logstics (1:07:19). Brian and Eric aren't sure they're ready for their refrigerators to spy on them, but decide to continue innovating the Scrubber anyway.
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There was no trouble when Andy and Gary Graham of National Threaded Fasteners joined forces to talk about the industry, gaining their credentials, and commenting on the changing nature of the fastener business (1:27:16). Meanwhile, industry journeyman Carmen Vertullo speaks about current issues and why the Bay Bridge incident has been a learning experience for everyone (32:07). Fastener Technology International Magazine editor, Mr. Mike McNulty, presents another info-packed Fastener News Report, including exciting developments about the FDI (101:22). Also, Jay Minichino delivers the FIC report, and the Fastener Training Minute provides insightful comments on fastener QA (1:19:31). Brian and Eric prattle on, this time dwelling on the end of an important era in rock and roll history. Run time: 02:12:19

FastenerTech '15 was a huge success, and the NFDA made haste by holding its summer meeting concurrently in Rosemont, elevating its new leadership. Stelfast honcho, Don Haggerty announces a new Stelfast location (1:24:13), and industry legend, Mr. Robbie Gilchrist comments on the state of the fastener industry (17:54). The FDI saw a small dip in May, and Mike McNulty and Paul Tiffany ruminate on the latest numbers on the Fastener News Report (56:27). Plus, industry guru, Carmen Vertullo, presents the Fastener Training Minute and previews upcoming Fastener Training Institute events (1:18:44). Also, Casey McIlhon, Tracey Lumia, Gary & Andy Graham of National Threaded Fasteners, Lori Coar, Rich Cavoto, and many more make cameo appearances. Meanwhile, based on the ITR forecast, Brian and Eric prepare to make the most of the online fastener business before the big one hits in 2030. Run time: 2:03:10

Brian and Eric are feeling ever so vibrant and youthful as they welcome fastener industry veterans Frank Devito, of Solution Industries (14:19), and Marty Nolan of R. L. English (1:15:11), to discuss the recent NCFA Distributor Social and panel event, startling industry news & developments, and their own relevance. Mr. Mike McNulty presents the Fastener News Report, with NFDA president, Paul Tiffany, commenting on the surprising bump in the April FDI reading (51:29). Plus, Carmen Vertullo talks vibration on the latest Fastener Training Minute (1:09:48). Along with the debonaire, Bob "GQ" Baer, John Wachman, and the kid from Stelfast, Ryan Kertis, it's another odyssey in online fastener radio not to be missed. Run time: 02:03:13

When Würth North America EVP, Mr. Marc Strandquist (1:18:11), and MWFA president, Rich Cavoto (11:57), drop in to share their perspectives on the fastener business, online fastener talk radio becomes a virtual industry summit! Even more so as Fastener Technology International editor, Mike McNulty, and NFDA president, Paul Tiffany, present March FDI analysis on the Fastener News Report (49:19). Also, Carver Consulting CEO, Carmen Vertullo, presents the Fastener Training Minute (1:12:49), and Jay Minichino has FIC association calendar updates. Hosts Brian and Eric shake off the sting of tax day with thoughts of Buckeye muskie hunting and medical malpractice. Run time: 01:57:11

And so it goes, the jovial and informative, Mr. Dick Ripley, of Lindstrom, waxes eloquent on the state of the fastener industry and his latest position within it (1:17:28). Industrial Products Company IT guy, Michael White, talks INxSQL (27:02), and Kevin Chavis of Star Stainless Screw and the Pac-West discusses the latest from Long Beach (00:46). The Fastener News Report with Mike McNulty is presented from the world's largest fastener show in Stuttgart, Germany (49:19). Plus NFDA president, Paul Tiffany on the latest FDI reading (52:30), Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute (1:07:31), and Jay Minichino of the FIC with association news (44:09). Brian and Eric talk fastener raves, noise canceling headphones, and AGW fraud. You'll want to tell two friends! Run time: 02:04:46