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The Fabricator Podcast features conversations with the people who make things out of metal: fabricators, welders, shop owners, manufacturers, and artists. Hosted by The Fabricator Editor-in-Chief Dan Davis with rotating co-hosts, the show explores manufacturing, the skilled trades, and the culture surrounding them. Part of the FMA Podcast Network.

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Bolu Ojo joins The Fabricator Podcast to discuss SparkDefy, a startup developing fire-resistant welding head coverings for people with long or thicker hair.

She shares how a welding job inspired the idea, the challenges of bringing a new PPE product... more

Wisconsin-based metal artist David Groenjes joins The Fabricator Podcast to discuss building detailed wildlife sculptures from scrap metal, turning a side hobby into a full-time business, and finding inspiration in conservation, welding, and the outd... more

Jake LeGrand of Missouri-based LeGrand Metal Works balances a full-time structural engineering career while growing a fabrication business focused on handheld plasma cutting, custom metal art, welding, and fabrication projects.

A graduate of the Uni... more

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At 23, Emme Hughes is already running a 10,000-square-foot fabrication shop.

In this episode of The Fabricator Podcast, she shares how she built EH Metalworks in Enid, Okla., from scratch, starting at 18 with no formal plan, just a passion for metal... more

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Recent Guests

David Groenjes
Metal artist based in Green Bay area, focuses on wildlife sculptures from recycled materials
Independent artist
Episode: Turning scrap metal into art and a business with David Groenjes
Jake LeGrand
Owner of LeGrand Metalworks, Missouri-based fabricator
LeGrand Metalworks
Episode: Collecting fabrication skills to grow a business with Jake LeGrand
Emme Hughes
Owner, EH Metalworks; 23-year-old shop owner from Enid, Oklahoma
EH Metalworks
Episode: Running a fabrication shop at 23 with Emme Hughes of EH Metal Works
Jon DeWys
Co-owner, DeWys Metal Solutions
DeWys Metal Solutions
Episode: Scaling a family-owned manufacturing business without losing control
Andrew DeWys
Co-owner, DeWys Metal Solutions; leader of ReFab division
DeWys Metal Solutions / ReFab
Episode: Scaling a family-owned manufacturing business without losing control
Lisa Wertzbaugher
Owner of Wertzbaugher Services; columnist for The Fabricator; board member of the FMA; former sales and business development professional
Wertzbaugher Services; The Fabricator; FMA
Episode: Planning, investing, and taking risks in a small fabrication business
Eric W. Stephenson
Metal artist, LunaBurn Studio; in charge of Richard Hunt legacy projects
LunaBurn Studio; Richard Hunt Foundation
Episode: Preserving Richard Hunt's legacy with metal artist Eric W. Stephenson
Jeanette Vecchio Smith
Family member, leadership at Chicago Metal Rolled Products
Chicago Metal Rolled Products
Episode: Shaping the Las Vegas Sphere with Chicago Metal Rolled Products
Ken Pecho
Lead engineer and long-tenured member of Chicago Metal Rolled Products
Chicago Metal Rolled Products
Episode: Shaping the Las Vegas Sphere with Chicago Metal Rolled Products

Host

Dan Davis
Editor-in-Chief of The Fabricator Magazine; hosts The Fabricator Podcast; frequent guest and co-host.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Difficult to hear

    Podcast Addict
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    David P
    a year ago
  • Good content

    Good show. Keep hp the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cant get a car or nickname
    United States3 years ago
  • Good interviews

    Guests are good to hear from. Cut the stuff out in the first few minutes of each podcast. Pointless conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    @c_w_crawford
    United States3 years ago
  • Keep it up!!!

    I would like to hear an interview with the OG Jody Collier and Overkillracingandchassis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1D33
    Canada3 years ago
  • Many people call it the most FAB podcast!

    It’s hard to describe the metal fabricating industry and its constituents in a few words. The Fabricator’s Podcast proves that with each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frostygiant
    United States4 years ago

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Guests are often seen as well-qualified with strong hands-on expertise.
Listeners praise practical, industry-relevant content and high-quality interviews.
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The show is valued for honest discussions about manufacturing and welding communities.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Turning scrap metal into art and a business with David Groenjes
Q: How did you get started in metal art and decide to go full time?
I began with a hobby in my two-car garage after college, built momentum through social media and galleries, and gradually moved to full-time as demand and commissions grew, scheduling transitions around family needs.
Running a fabrication shop at 23 with Emme Hughes of EH Metal Works
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got involved with metal fabricating.
Emme shares that she grew up around the shop with her grandfather, started her own business at 18 because of a family legacy in racing, and gradually built EH Metalworks while learning from mentors and navigating the early challenges of leadership and timing.
Organizing growth in a modern fab shop with Colin Cosgrove
Q: What were the key takeaways from Colin's experience at S&C that Laystrom can apply going forward?
Lean practices, structured career pathways, better visual management, and stronger safety culture were highlighted as transferable lessons that can be scaled and tailored to Laystrom to improve efficiency and workforce development.
Preserving Richard Hunt's legacy with metal artist Eric W. Stephenson
Q: What does the memorial project for Richard Hunt look like and how did you approach its development?
The memorial began as a VR-driven, multi-stage design process, using 3D scans of Richard's works, VR previews, and iterative fabrication across stainless and bronze. The final piece grew to about 22 feet, combining an angular outer shell with a flowing organic middle, built with a team and multiple fabrication methods to suit the site and memory.
Preserving Richard Hunt's legacy with metal artist Eric W. Stephenson
Q: How did you come to work with Richard Hunt and how did that collaboration shape your practice?
I cold-called sculptors in Chicago after moving here, learned that Richard needed a head welder when his long-time welder quit, and soon after we met and began a productive collaboration. Working with him taught me to approach art as a daily practice, to let the process dictate evolution, and to blend hands-on fabrication with a strong studio workflow.

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What is The Fabricator Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show driven by real-world metalworking, fabrication, and manufacturing stories. Episodes spotlight shop owners, fabricators, welders, and artists sharing growth tactics, equipment decisions, workforce culture, and the evolving tech behind modern fabrication. Expect practical lessons on scaling, lean operations, automation, and mentoring the next generation, often with a focus on hands-on craft, business viability, and community impact. A standout angle is the blend of industrial entrepreneurship with artistry and design, plus guests who bring both technical depth and relatable, frontline perspectives. This mix makes it useful for listeners evaluating vendor services, sponsorships, or guest appearances in the metalworking ecosystem.

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1. David Groenjes
2. Jake LeGrand
3. Emme Hughes
4. Jon DeWys
5. Andrew DeWys
6. Lisa Wertzbaugher
7. Eric W. Stephenson
8. Jeanette Vecchio Smith

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