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Manufacturing Happy Hour

Chris Luecke
Manufacturing
Automation
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
Digital Transformation
Sustainability
Cybersecurity
Industry 4.0
Entrepreneurship
Leadership In Manufacturing
Innovation
Automation Industry
Logistics
Supply Chain Management
Humanoid Robots
Industrial Automation
Craft Beer
AI Agents
Leadership
Autonomous Mobile Robots

Welcome to Manufacturing Happy Hour, the podcast where we get real about the latest trends and technologies impacting modern manufacturers. Hosted by industry veteran Chris Luecke, each week, we interview makers, founders, and other manufacturing leaders that are at the top of their game and give you the tools, tactics, and strategies you need to take your career and your business to the next leve... more

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How do you know when your current setup has stopped working, and what to do with it when it does?

In this bonus episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, Chris sits down with Shane Dubbelman, Head of Partnerships at MRPeasy, and Sara Duff, Managing Direc... more

Kwadwo Som-Pimpong started making furniture in 2015 because he bought a house with no furniture and decided to build his own.

A decade later, he runs Crafted Glory, a small-batch luxury furniture brand blending West African artistry with Scandinav... more

Running out of warehouse space doesn’t always mean you need more of it. For Sumitomo Drive Technologies, it meant rethinking the whole operation from the ground up.

In this episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, Chris sits down remotely with Tony Barl... more

AI-powered predictive maintenance has been on the radar for years, but for most facilities, it still hasn’t fully landed.

Chris sits down remotely with Colin Morris, Senior Director of Solution Consulting at MaintainX, the AI-powered maintenance and... more

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Recent Guests

Kwadwo Som-Pimpong
Founder and chief craftsman of Crafted Glory
Crafted Glory
Episode: 283: From Craft to Manufacturing: How Crafted Glory’s Kwadwo Som-Pimpong Is Scaling a Furniture Business While Working the Night Shift
Shawn Lambert
Operations Project Manager
Sumitomo Drive Technologies
Episode: 282: Inside a Warehouse Automation Project: How Sumitomo Drive Technologies Is Transforming Logistics and Reshoring Operations
Tony Barlett
Chief Operating Officer
Sumitomo Drive Technologies
Episode: 282: Inside a Warehouse Automation Project: How Sumitomo Drive Technologies Is Transforming Logistics and Reshoring Operations
Colin Morris
Senior Director of Solution Consulting at MaintainX
MaintainX
Episode: 281: How AI-Powered Predictive Maintenance Enhances Operational Reliability with Colin Morris of MaintainX
Matt Bogoshian
Executive Director, American Manufacturing Communities Collaborative (AMCC)
American Manufacturing Communities Collaborative (AMCC)
Episode: 280: How to Create a Manufacturing Ecosystem of Support with Matt Bogoshian, Executive Director at the American Manufacturing Communities Collaborative (AMCC)
Mike O'Sullivan
Owner and creator of Motivation Media
Motivation Media
Episode: 279: The Creative Process: Building Relationships and Businesses That Last, Live from The Argo in Milwaukee, WI
Andrew J. Coate
Co-founder at The Argo in Milwaukee
The Argo
Episode: 279: The Creative Process: Building Relationships and Businesses That Last, Live from The Argo in Milwaukee, WI
Kyle Mahan
Alumni of Manufacturing Happy Hour; manufacturing professional
Alumni of Ep235/other episodes
Episode: 279: The Creative Process: Building Relationships and Businesses That Last, Live from The Argo in Milwaukee, WI
Marcus Sheanshang
President and CEO of JBM Packaging
JBM Packaging
Episode: 278: How Second-Chance Hiring Changes Lives and Helps Manufacturers Find and Develop Talent with Marcus Sheanshang, President of JBM Packaging

Hosts

Chris Luecke
Host of Manufacturing Happy Hour. Industry veteran guiding conversations with manufacturing leaders and practitioners.
Chris Lukey
Co-host and producer leading discussions with guests across manufacturing, technology, and business.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 173 ratings
  • Awesome Listening

    Chris always brings great guests. Each of them delivers so much to help our manufacturing sector.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Cianciosa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Entertaining and informative!

    Really enjoyed the content and guests so far in my experience. Not many manufacturing podcasts out there but this one is very entertaining and informative. I really enjoyed the May 30, 2023 bonus content on “Content Strategies”. Will be using some of the tips from the episode to help create content for my family’s manufacturing company that will hopefully prove informative to our customer base and potential audience and employees. Thanks to Chris for your efforts in creating a one-of-a-kind podc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jkIUswim
    United States3 years ago
  • Love, love, love!

    Just caught a vintage episode with the CEO from Folsom Ski. Chris does a fantastic job bringing out manufacturing as well as business building insights. A must-listen show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JHL from MN
    United States3 years ago
  • Cheers🍻 to Manufacturing

    Chris Leuke is the real deal as both an engineer-educated and industry-immersed manufacturing creator. His skills as a host both online and off at his MFG Happy Hour events at trade shows and manufacturing-focused destinations allow his audiences to not only tune-in but to create connections that make an impact on people, businesses, and the manufacturing community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hotttmami
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome podcast, solid guests

    I really enjoy the versatility of this podcast and every guest has something unique to offer. Loved the episode with Mike from Folsom Skis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    margieparty320
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are consistently described as high-quality and relevant to manufacturing and industry 4.0 topics.
Listeners value the host's ability to pull insightful, actionable takeaways from diverse guests.
The show is praised for its engaging host style and practical industry insights.

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#54
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Apple Podcasts
#188
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278: How Second-Chance Hiring Changes Lives and Helps Manufacturers Find and Develop Talent with Marcus Sheanshang, President of JBM Packaging
Q: What impact has the program had on the company's performance and culture?
The program improved retention and reduced turnover, integrated a large share of the workforce into meaningful roles, and created a more collaborative culture where employees are respected and given growth opportunities, contributing to the company's overall success.
278: How Second-Chance Hiring Changes Lives and Helps Manufacturers Find and Develop Talent with Marcus Sheanshang, President of JBM Packaging
Q: What are the key components that support participants in the program?
Participants receive job-specific training, life coaching, transportation assistance through Wheels, budgeting support through Financial Peace, housing considerations with felony-friendly landlords, and a clear progression from entry-level contract packaging to more skilled roles.
278: How Second-Chance Hiring Changes Lives and Helps Manufacturers Find and Develop Talent with Marcus Sheanshang, President of JBM Packaging
Q: Where did the idea for the Fair Chance Program come from, and how was it implemented initially?
It started as a proactive response to aging leadership and a need to replace retiring skilled workers. The company explored prison-release candidates and, with church connections and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections partnerships, built a structured program with clear criteria and gradual ramp-up.
273: The Only Podcast Ever Recorded in an Open-Pit Mine featuring Imerys' Ken Rasmussen
Q: What does it take to change perceptions around what mining is all about?
Mining needs to be understood as clean and integrated into community life, with better regulatory compliance and reclamation efforts.
273: The Only Podcast Ever Recorded in an Open-Pit Mine featuring Imerys' Ken Rasmussen
Q: How is the work you're doing here at Imerys saving lives?
A lot of their products go into pharmaceutical products, including blood filtration and were used in the production of COVID vaccines.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing Happy Hour

What is Manufacturing Happy Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on real-world manufacturing trends, technologies, and leadership insights, with a mix of guests from automation, AI, heavy equipment, investment, and policy angles. Episodes commonly explore how digitalization, workforce development, onshoring, and innovative business models are transforming modern manufacturing, often featuring case studies, practical applications, and leadership lessons aimed at operators, engineers, and executives alike. A standout trait is the blend of practical manufacturing know-how with forward-looking discussions, including AI copilots in CAM tools, automation strategies, and the evolving role of operators into higher-skill roles. This makes it valuable for listeners seeking actionable ideas to boos... more

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Recent guests on Manufacturing Happy Hour include:

1. Kwadwo Som-Pimpong
2. Shawn Lambert
3. Tony Barlett
4. Colin Morris
5. Matt Bogoshian
6. Mike O'Sullivan
7. Andrew J. Coate
8. Kyle Mahan

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