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Graphene has been called one of the most extraordinary materials ever discovered. It’s exceptionally strong, lightweight, electrically conductive, and thermally conductive. But more than a decade after capturing the world’s attention, one major question remains: why hasn’t it transformed manufacturing the way so many people predicted? On this episode, Brad Larschan and Kevin Wyss of Avadain join the show to discuss... The post 274: Graphene at Scale: Turning This Wonder Material Into Industrial Reality first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Dr. Yasmeen S. Alfaraj discusses the next generation of thermoset composites. She is the founder and CEO of NextSet Materials, a company developing a new generation of reprocessable thermoset materials. Through NextSet Materials, Yasmeen is addressing one of the composites industry’s most persistent challenges: how to recover valuable fibers and other materials from durable thermoset structures that... The post 273: The Chemistry That Could Transform Thermoset Composites – Interview with Yasmeen S. Alfaraj of NextSet Materials first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Gus Perez of Marble-Lite joins the podcast to share how he’s using Claude Code to help run his business. Marble-Lite is our featured manufacturing member in the upcoming Summer issue of Cast Polymer Connection (coming out next week).  The post 272: How Business Owners Can Use Claude Code to Save Time and Get More Done first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Chris Hurdleston joins the show to talk about the 2026 Composites Fly-In up in Washington D.C. Industry leaders had the opportunity to meet directly with Members of Congress, federal agencies, and key decision-makers who influence the policies shaping our industry’s future. The post 271: Discussing the Composites Fly-In with Chris Hurdleston first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global supply chains—particularly across petrochemicals, resins, and other composite manufacturing materials. Joining the podcast this week is Dawn Hersey, Ph.D., a combat veteran and subject matter expert in resilience, stability, and conflict. She owns Ferndon Consulting, an Intelligence firm. Her expertise is in international conflict, geopolitical... The post 269: Discussing the Strait of Hormuz Conflict and Supply Chain Disruptions with Dawn Hersey, PhD. first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Marty Johnson, VP of Product and Technical Fellow at 3D Systems, joins the show to take a clear-eyed look at additive manufacturing materials—what they can do, what they can’t, and what engineers should realistically expect when composites and filled materials enter the 3D-printing conversation. The post 268: 3D Printing Boundaries – What Additive Manufacturing Can and Can’t Do first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, we feature a previous interview with Derek Hill, VP of Syn-Mar Products, Inc. In this interview, Derek shares how he’s built a meaningful social media presence for their family-owned business using a smartphone, a $6-per-month editing app, and about an hour a day. This is a simple, consistent strategy that any of our cast polymer... The post 267: What to Post on Social Media When You’re Trying to Grow a Real Brand first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, we’ll play an interview with Jerry Pilman and Louis Gibson, the owners of Artistic Marble in Huntsville, Alabama. These two, along with their partner BJ purchased the company over a year ago, and with it inherited more than just manufacturing equipment and a customer list. They gained a team with decades of combined experience and a... The post 266: Interview with Jerry Pilman and Louis Gibson of Artistic Marble first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, copywriter Bill Mueller joins the podcast again to talk about “24 Ways to Tell a Story in an Email Without Telling a Story”. Bill has been writing story-based emails and email sequences since 2005. His emails have sold millions in digital and physical products, coaching programs, and more in just about every... The post 265: How to Tell a Story in an Email…Without Telling a Story first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Jennifer Towner joins the show to discuss “The Buzz” and other events taking place in 2026. We’ll also be discussing the new Live Grout Free website designed by SpredX. The post 264: What’s Happening in 2026? Discussing ICPA Events This Year with Jennifer Towner first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Daniel Murphy, founder of Alcove Media, joins the podcast. His company helps companies turn trade shows from expensive branding exercises into measurable revenue engines. Daniel works closely with technology companies that invest heavily in expos but struggle to connect booth traffic to real sales outcomes. Daniel breaks down why most trade shows fail to... The post 263: Trade Show ROI Strategies: How to Turn Booth Traffic into Business first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, designer Elizabeth Lord-Levitt joins the show to share some of the biggest kitchen and bath design trends of 2026.  Elizabeth has an extensive background in the remodeling industry, as the lead designer for a highly regarded Design-Build firm in Denver, and will be moderating a panel at KBIS in February.  The post 262: Discussing Kitchen and Bath Design Trends Ahead of KBIS 2026 with Designer Elizabeth Lord-Levitt first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

Artificial Intelligence is changing how online content is discovered and presented through AI-powered search. On this episode, copywriter Scott McKelvey joins us to talk about creating content that shows up in AI-generated answers, summaries, and overviews. You can learn more about Scott and read some of his work by visiting https://www.scottmckelvey.com. The post 261: The New Era of Online Search: How AI Is Reshaping SEO From the Ground Up first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Rob Glenn of Forza joins the show. In business since 1979, Forza is a family-owned adhesive, sealant & specialty tape manufacturer based in the US. They supply the global industry with superior, high-performing, customized products. You can learn more by visiting https://forzabuilt.com.  Cast Polymer Connection Fall 2025 Issue The Fall 2025 issue of Cast Polymer Connection is out.... The post 260: Solving the Toughest Adhesive Problems – Interview with Rob Glenn of Forza first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Brittany Greer, executive director of Rosie Riveters, joins the podcast. Their organization works very closely with the manufacturing industry with a particular focus on preparing the workforce of tomorrow.  Brittany is a guest writer for The AI Journal and we’ll be discussing their work in preparing the the gneration of workers with the skills needed to succeed... The post 259: Preparing Workers for the Future of Manufacturing – Interview with Brittany Greer first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, ACMA president Cindy Squires talks about Composites Evolution, an event taking place October 22-23 in Knoxville, TN. A major shift is underway in open molding, and the companies that prepare now will lead the future. This event will join leading manufacturers, suppliers, and technical experts to explore practical, profitable solutions to the EPA’s... The post 258: Discussing Composites Evolution with Cindy Squires first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

On this episode, Cindy Squires and Rebekah Stacha join the show to discuss CAMX 2025, taking place in just over a week in sunny Orlando, FL (September 8-11). CAMX is the largest, most comprehensive composites and advanced materials event in North America. It offers a robust education program and an expansive exhibit hall with hundreds of manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. You can still... The post 257: Previewing CAMX 2025 with Cindy Squires & Rebekah Stacha first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.