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Manufacturing Mavericks Podcast
Manufacturing Mavericks aren’t afraid to shake things up and stand out from the crowd. They are embracing the best tools and technology to showcase world-class manufacturing and grow their business.
Join Greg McHale, Founder of Datanomix, as he sits down with these exceptional people to hear their stories and explore the important lessons they learned along the way. Listeners can gain valuable insights they can use in their own facilities to improve their bottom line.
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EPISODES
The Best Advice from Next-Gen Leaders Who are Redefining Manufacturing
We’re closing out 2025 by spotlighting the leaders who aren’t just talking about the future of manufacturing, they’re building it. This episode brings together five voices redefining what modern leadership looks like on the shop floor and where it’s headed next.
From the Shop Floor to the National PMPA Stage
From sweeping shop floors to leading a national organization, Brian Adams shares his journey through precision manufacturing and the pivotal moments that shaped his career.
The Next Mountain: Paramount’s Multi-Generation Growth Story
Father and son duo Steve and Eric Van Orden of Paramount Machine share how they’ve grown a modern shop without losing sight of their roots. From garage beginnings to a 70-person team, they open up about leadership, trust, and building a culture that empowers people and embraces change.
The Impact of Betting on Yourself
What happens when you bet on yourself and back it up with clear goals, data, and follow-through? Dan Plath shares how he’s driving real change at MedFab through culture, automation, and the power of EOS.
From Mud to Metal: A Grit-Fueled Journey in Manufacturing
From MMA fights to manufacturing leadership, Daniel Anglemyer shares how grit, a culture-first mindset, and the right technology are transforming operations and empowering people at Hibshman.
A Champion for Change
From banking to the shop floor, Christina Collette of Final Frontier Manufacturing shares how she found purpose in precision machining. Hear how she leads change with data, automation, and a fresh take on modern manufacturing culture.
Cracking the CMMC 2.0 Code
CMMC Registered Practitioner Darren Gallop discusses self-assessments, budgeting, the certification path, and how to move forward confidently.
From Homemade Furniture to Operational Excellence
Rebekah is an experienced operations leader with years of expertise in optimizing production, scaling teams, and driving continuous improvement on the shop floor.
Showing Up & Second Chances
Explore how Coastal Machine is scaling operations into defense, aerospace, oil & gas, and why GM Kody Guidry supports hiring and training inexperienced talent instead of pursuing seasoned machinists.
Are you up for the fight?
Bob’s persistence and optimism shine as he discusses learning new skills, overhauling operations, and rebuilding customer trust.
Best of 2024 with Greg McHale
Greg McHale reflects on the fantastic guests we’ve had on the show in 2024 and recaps some of their best moments.
It Always Starts with a Broom and a Bridgeport
Randal Leach of Ricaurte Precision explains why embracing modern systems redefines what it’s like to run a “precision machining facility.”
Evolving With Your Customers Across Multiple Generations
From squeezing in the odd job to the craziest parts they’ve ever made. Adam Gordon shares how Tendon has had quite a history.
Twisted Roads Make Better Stories with Tony Gunn
America’s Manufacturing MC, Tony Gunn, shares where he gets his optimism, how he became a machinist, and what keeps him returning to the shop floor.
What It Takes to Build a Business with Your Name on the Door
Rob shares his journey from starting a company to delivering cutting-edge manufacturing technology.
The Key Ingredients in Entrepreneurship
Gus Guttierez talks about how the most valuable things you learn in life often can’t be taught in school.
Making Things Happen
Eric Van Orden calls himself “just a guy”, but Greg knew he was a Manufacturing Maverick the minute he set up an in-person meeting for 4 am.
If It Wasn’t For A Car Magazine…
Paul’s love of manufacturing and the people who work in it drives him to help make “the hardest business in the world” a little easier.
Don’t tell me no – Tell me how
This episode explores how Mike leveraged his background in private equity and data analysis to double his shop’s size in 5 years – every five years.
From Hog Shed to Top Shop—The Evolution of a Family Business
Greg McHale interviews second generation machine shop President, Kylan Hastreiter.
The Best Advice To Grow Your Business
Manufacturing Mavericks share their best insights & advice around growing a successful business.
Is Your Shop in No Man’s Land?
Dave Capkovitz outlines the process his company has developed that guarantees they will double a shop’s valuation in three years, and he shares some tips on how to improve profitability.
Staying Competitive in a Very Competitive Market
Hernan Ricaurte shares how he took over his Dad’s shop and grew it in a very competitive area, serving extremely competitive markets.
Entrepreneurship is Never a Straight Line
Jack Russell shares his unconventional path to buying and growing ROLAR Products from a 3-people to a still-growing 40-person company. He talks about building a great culture and making money.