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Taps and Patience | Business and Machining Podcast

Audacity Micro
Machining
Automation
IMTS
Doosan
Haas
Machining Glass
Machining Challenges
Tooling
Workholding
Tormach
Networking
Precision Engineering
Xometry
Business Management
Equipment Selection
Stainless Steel Machining
ADHD
Patreon Community
Tool Selection
Machining Stainless Steel

Join Harrison from Precision Ingenuity and AJ from Audacity Micro on their weekly phone call about business, life, and of course, machining.

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Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - subtractmanufacturing.com-----In the 156th episode of Taps and Patience, AJ and Jacob discuss a variety of topics primarily focused on automati... more

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - subtractmanufacturing.com-----In the 150th episode of Taps and Patience, hosts AJ and Harrison discuss a variety of topics including the challe... more

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - subtractmanufacturing.comIn the 154th episode of "Taps and Patience," AJ and Harrison discuss their experiences with recent manufacturing chall... more

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - subtractmanufacturing.comIn the 153rd episode of the podcast "Taps and Patience," hosts AJ and Harrison discuss various topics, including their... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Zap
Consultant in the machine shop industry
Zappettini Consulting
Episode: How to Not Be a Sh*tty Machine Shop with Chris Zap -- Ep. 98
Justin Gray
CTO of Toolpath Labs
Toolpath Labs
Episode: LIVE with Justin of Toolpath Labs -- Ep. 94
Eric Hannett
Works at Manufacturing Collaborative in Vermont
Manufacturing Collaborative
Episode: The Whole Gang is Here! -- Ep. 91
Alex Block
Teaches CNC machining at a local community college
Episode: The Whole Gang is Here! -- Ep. 91
Jonny Woods
Owner of 049 Machine, focusing on learning and growth
Episode: The Whole Gang is Here! -- Ep. 91
Chris Zadrick
Owner of Zadrick Precision, specializing in turning
Zadrick Precision
Episode: The Whole Gang is Here! -- Ep. 91

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Harrison
Co-host affiliated with Precision Ingenuity; repeatedly referenced as part of the duo discussing machining and business topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Best AI tunes…

    Little shop mouse! Sooo good…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrezz420
    United States4 months ago
  • Nice day to day highlights

    These guys share the nuts an bolts of their manufacturing journeys in an easy to understand format. The trials and tribulations of being machinists in easy to digest language. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrezz420
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Clear, practical takeaways for running a machining shop.
Strong emphasis on actionable workflow and hiring insights.
Goes beyond theory with real-world shop stories.
Engaging hosts with relatable, hands-on experience.
Accessible explanations of complex topics like automation and training

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More Tooling Troubles --- Ep. 83
Q: What are the key financial metrics you track to measure your business's performance?
We use the profit first mentality to ensure we have enough cash flow to cover our expenses and generate a certain amount of cash weekly.
More Tooling Troubles --- Ep. 83
Q: How do you handle fluctuations in material costs?
We track the material costs per inch and factor it into our quotes. We usually build in a percentage for material costs even if there's wastage.
More Tooling Troubles --- Ep. 83
Q: What strategies have you found effective for maintaining consistent production schedules?
In our shop, because there's two of us, we have to do a little bit more planning, typically printing out all the information for the jobs and organizing them based on priority and due dates.
ADHD + Engineer = Machinist | Ep.82
Q: How have you been managing your ADHD while working?
I've been learning to minimize distractions by leaving my phone away, which helps me focus more.
A Tormach in a Computer Shop? -- Ep. 113 with Luke of Computer Mechanics
Q: Have you ever tried to get some non-Xometry work through your shop?
I haven't and I don't know what my hesitation would be.

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Listeners likely tune in for practical, real-world discussions about running small-to-mid-size machining businesses, with a strong emphasis on hands-on shop strategies, workflow optimization, and managing customers and suppliers. Episodes often cover topics like CNC/machining techniques, job-shop challenges, automation, hiring, training customers, and navigating platforms like Xometry. The show stands out with its candid banter between two shop-focused founders, a transparent look at finances, and actionable tips that help owners improve efficiency and profitability. Potential listeners include shop owners, machinists, and manufacturing professionals seeking approachable, experience-driven guidance.

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