Episodes
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April 15, 2025 - The Safety Episode
This episode of the GAWDA Media podcast begins with an SMC update and the introduction of a new feature for this year's SMC, GAWDA Guides, from GAWDA VP of Operations and Administration Natasha Alexis and Nitrex Owner Jason Cowles. Then, we are joined by General Air Safety Products Manager Paul...
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March 15, 2025 - Hydrogen
This episode of the GAWDA Media podcast begins with an SMC update from GAWDA VP of Operations and Administration Natasha Alexis. Then, we are joined by Red Ball Oxygen's Bob Ewing and Quinn Kennedy, who discuss one of the industry's most disruptive molecules, hydrogen. That interview concludes…
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January 15, 2025 - New Year, New Revenue Opportunities
This episode of the GAWDA Media podcast features a wide range of interviews on topics including an interview with Terrace Supply Company's Steve and Brad Lichtenheld about Steve's recent transition to President as well as the company's philanthropic efforts using dry ice to pack cool caps to…
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December 15, 2024 - Happy Holidays and Looking Ahead to 2025
This episode of the GAWDA Media podcast features a wide range of interviews on topics including an interview with 2025 GAWDA President Eric Wood looking ahead to next year in GAWDA and previewing the 2025 GAWDA SMC, an interview with Holston Gases President Joe Baxter and CEO Robert Anders, and a...
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September 15, 2024 - GAWDA Retirement and Other Benefits
This episode of the GAWDA Media podcast features a wide range of interviews on topics including a 2024 GAWDA Annual Convention Update presented by Air Products, an interview with Cerity Partners' Philip Steele on GAWDA's New Pooled Employer Program (PEP) and other Retirement Benefits for GAWDA...
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July 15, 2024 - IMPACT Leadership
This episode of the GAWDA Media podcast features a wide range of interviews on topics including a preview of the 2024 GAWDA Annual Convention in Phoenix with GAWDA President Gary Halter, an interview with AC Presenter and developer of the GAWDA Compensation Dashboard Alex Chausovsky, and an...
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June 15, 2024 - Gases and Welding as a Career Path
This episode of the GAWDA TV podcast features a wide range of interviews on topics including the death of non-compete clauses with GAWDA HR Consultant Rick Schweitzer, the WEMCO Excellence in Welding Award with a panel of guests including Terry Scanlan, David Taylor, Lloyd Robinson and Adrian...
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May 15, 2024 - Cutting Edge Technology and Kickin' Gas
This episode of the GAWDA TV podcast features a full recap of the record setting 2024 GAWDA Spring Management Conference, including an interview with Bryan Keen and Justin Johnson, who gave one of the Educational Session Presentations during the SMC, entitled "Kickin Gas." The episode also…
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April 15, 2024 - Hydrogen and the Mobility Market
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast kicks off with a full preview of the 2024 SMC, which kicks off this Friday! Then, we speak to Industrial Gas Consultants' Rudy De La Fuente about the emerging industry disruptor of Hydrogen. Next, we interviewed SMC Main Stage Presenter Dirk Beveridge, who...
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March 15, 2024 - CO2 Solutions Coalition, Helium and Hydrogen
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast previews two upcoming GAWDA events and also discusses the hot-button issues of CO2 and Hydrogen. The episode begins with an interview with CGA President/CEO Rich Gottwald discussing the CO2 Solutions Coalition, as well as recent developments in the fields…
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February 15, 2024 - Lead with Purpose, Serve with Heart
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast looks ahead to an action-packed 2024. The episode begins with an interview from 2024 GAWDA President Gary Halter. Then, GAWDA Executive Director John Ospina details all of the fun and exciting events GAWDA has in store for this year. Finally, we debut our...
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January 1, 2024 - Happy Holidays and Looking Ahead to 2024
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features an interview with GAWDA First Vice President Allison Earlbeck discussing her ascension to CEO of Earlbeck Gases & Technologies, as well as her upcoming educational session during the 2024 GAWDA SMC. It also features an interview with 2023 GAWDA...
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Fulfilling Your Potential - December 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features an interview with the 2023 GAWDA "Mr. X" Kevin Falconer, who joined the GAWDA Executive Committee during the Annual Convention. It also features an interview with nexAir President Bill Proctor following the company's historic acquisition by Linde....
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2023 GAWDA Annual Convention Recap - November 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast recaps the record-setting 2023 GAWDA Annual Convention which took place in Maui, HI. It features a full event recap, as well as interviews with the Maui Mayor's Office about the economic impact that the Convention had on the island, an interview with this...
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Run Your Brain - October 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast is a full preview of the 2023 GAWDA Annual Convention which takes place in Maui. It features an interview with 2023 GAWDA President Robert Anders discussing all of the exciting speakers and events planned for the Convention. Then, Robert sticks around to...
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Training and Leadership - September 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews with Roberts Oxygen's Training Manager Robin Jussila; Harris Products Group President Greg Doria; and Indiana Oxygen CEO Jay Brant and Senior Executive Vice President Anne Brant-Hayes. The episode also features a first-time attendee...
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ESOPs and Giving Back - August 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features an interview with GAWDA Gives Back Founder Donna Mahoney, as well as an ESOP Conversation with Central Ohio Welding's Brad Davis and CK Supply's Brad Dunn. Plus, a first-time attendee interview between Colleen Kohler and Red Ball Oxygen's Makayla...
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2023 GAWDA Convention Preview - July 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features a preview of GAWDA's 2023 Convention in Maui, including this year's GAWDA Gives Back Recipient, the malama family recovery. Plus interviews with GAWDA MBA Program Graduate Dustin Craig, a Safety Committee Update from Co-Chair Jim Herring, an...
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2023 GAWDA SMC Recap - June 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features a full recap of the 2023 GAWDA Spring Management Conference in Philadelphia. It also features interviews with GAWDA Board Members Colleen Kohler on the GAWDA Member Services Committee previewing a future GAWDA TV/Podcast Segment that she will be...
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Chat GPT and Other Tech Disruptors - May 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast dives into tech disruptors that will be impacting the industry in the coming years. First, Site-Seeker Co-Founder Brian Bluff gives an explainer on ChatGPT and how AI can augment a company's marketing department. Then, we spoke with GAWDA Board Member Eric...
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CO2 Shortage - April 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews about the ongoing issue of the CO2 shortage in the industry. First, we spoke with Jake Maynard from Sutton-Garten. Then, we caught up with new GAWDA Member Paul Gross, from Remora. Finally, Worthington Industries' Carrie Roberts joined…
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The Digital Transformation - March 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews with GAWDA President Robert Anders previewing this year's Spring Management Conference, and an insightful roundtable on the digital transformation of the industry with Ken Thompson, David Schaer, Dave Bent, and Matt Christsensen. All of...
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The Gases and Welding Economy in 2023 - February 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews with Chart Industries President and CEO Jill Evanko on the state of the industry heading into 2023, ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu on what to expect from the economy this year, and this year's full GAWDA Calendar of Events. All of…
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Wrapping Up 2022 and Looking Ahead to 2023 - January 1, 2023
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews with GAWDA Executive Director John Ospina, who recaps 2022 for the Association and looks ahead to 2023; an interview with Jeremy Wall of GoalMakers, who discusses GAWDA's brand new GAWDA Master Business Academy Program; and looks back on...
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GAWDA Roadmap for 2023 - December 1, 2022
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews with 2022 GAWDA President Robert Anders (1:48-6:52), where he lays out his vision for the upcoming year in the association; interviews with several GAWDA Members on the Floor from this year's Contact Booth Program in our annual "Man on…
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Changes to the GAWDA Board of Directors - November 1, 2022
This episode of the GAWDA Media Podcast features interviews with 2022 "Mrs. X" Allison Earlbeck, a moving interview with 2022 GAWDA Gives Back Recipient Eugenia Welch, of Alzheimer's San Diego, and 2022 GAWDA President Robert Anders' Presidential Induction video, narrated by his wife, Missy Anders.
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2022 GAWDA Annual Convention Keynote Speakers - October 1, 2022
Interviews with 2022 GAWDA Annual Convention Speakers Major General Malcolm Frost, Dr. Michaela Bucchianeri, and Dirk Beveridge. Plus, the latest news from around the Gases & Welding Industry.
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Building a Bridge to Future Leaders - August 15, 2022
Interviews with Industry Partnering Committee co-chair Justin Johnson on Networking 360, Former NWSA President Randy Squibb on Building a Bridge for Future Leaders, and Safety Committee Member Tony Hopkins on accessing GAWDA's Members Only site. Plus, the latest news from around the Gases &…
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Planning for 2022 - January 1, 2022
Interviews with Jackie Greene, Rick Schweitzer, and Sue Reiter.
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Hydrogen - January 15, 2022
Interviews with Jill Evanko, Rich Craig, and a preview of the 2022 GAWDA SMC.
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Next Generation Leaders - February 1, 2022
Interviews with Abydee Butler Moore, Josh Haun and Colleen Kohler.
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Engaging With Your GAWDA Membership - February 15, 2022
Interviews with Bob Ewing, John Tapley, and Andrew Hess,
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Leaders Mentoring Leaders - March 1, 2022
Interviews with Bob Ewing, Ken Thompson, and Alyson Kostalnick.
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St. Patrick's Day - March 15, 2022
Interviews with Brianna Applegate, Laura Brumsey, and Monica Pfarr.
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Mergers & Acquisitions - April 1, 2022
Interviews with Joe Francis, Rob D'Alessandro, and Kyle McCourt.
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Networking - April 15, 2022
A recap of GAWDA's 2022 Spring Management Conference. Interviews with Gary Halter, Justin Johnson, and David Schaer
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Productive Employees and Succession Planning - May 1, 2022
Man on the Street Interviews from 2022 SMC in Indianapolis, interviews with Kevin Falconer and Chris Stout.
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Data Analytics and Cyber Security - May 15, 2022
Interviews with Stuart Williams, Jay Spielvogel, Bill McCloy and Charles Grodecki,
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Specialty Gases and Upcoming GAWDA Initiatives - June 1, 2022
Interviews with Colleen Kohler, Chuck Mazoch, and Rick Young.
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Helium Shortage - June 15, 2022
Interviews with helium consultant Phil Kornbluth, past GAWDA President Abydee Butler Moore, and Haun Welding Chairman of the Board Mark Haun.
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Independence Day Episode - July 1st, 2022
This episode features interviews with AWG's Kevin Adkins, Super Bowl Champion Arthur Jones and Haun Welding Supply's Bill Albro. Plus great news and information from around the Gases and Welding Industry.
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2022 GAWDA Annual Convention Preview - July 15th, 2022
This episode features an interview with 2022 GAWDA President Bob Ewing about this year's Annual Convention in San Diego, California, an interview with industry legend Art Waskey, and an interview with American Welding Society CEO Gary Konarska, along with news from around the gases and welding...
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