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The Manufacturer Podcast

The Manufacturer
UK Manufacturing
National Apprenticeship Week
Sustainability
BAE Systems
Engineering
UK Automotive Industry
Manufacturing Industry
Ford
Supply Chain Transition Programme
Electric Vehicles
Apprenticeships
Automation
Bentley Motors
Sheffield Forgemasters
Food and Drink Federation
Whisky Making
United Kingdom
Nissan
Jaguar Land Rover
GKN Aerospace

Where The Manufacturer gives voice to the inspiring people in the manufacturing sector, in the UK and beyond.

PublishesDailyEpisodes242Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 29 April.

- Aircraft orders hit highest first-quarter total since 2013

- The shift from repair to resilience: manufacturing’s biggest advantage

- Innovate UK and Stema... more

Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 28 April.

- National Productivity Week: Redefining performance in UK manufacturing

- Metal service centre named ‘King’ of the metal carpet at the CBM Awards

- UK skill... more

Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 27 April.

- SMMT calls for pragmatic pathway to decarbonise UK HGV sector

- Manufacturing supply chains, 2026 and beyond: turning volatility into long-term resilience more

Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 24 April.

- FDF economic briefing: Resilience running thin

- Babcock launches UK–Indonesia Maritime Partnership Programme with landmark agreements

- Babcock delivers m... more

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Recent Guests

Oliver Selby
Chairman of the British Automation and Robot Association
British Automation and Robot Association
Episode: The Manufacturer Daily Digest - 29/04/2026
Chris Cleaver
CEO of Deep Form, interviewed about fold flow pressing tech and industry partnerships
Deep Form
Episode: The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 16/04/2026
Emma Armstrong
Executive at In2tec, discussing circular technology and economic benefits of recyclable/modular tech
In2tec
Episode: The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 16/04/2026
Ed Hodges
Founder and Director of Fight Fest
Fight Fest
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Alistair Morris
MD of Accu
Accu
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Matt Ogden
Accu Marketing Manager
Accu
Episode: Get Ready For FightFest! Coming to Smart Manufacturing Week
Patrick Faulkner
Robot designer behind builds
Accu (Robot builds)
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Ellis Ware
Robot Designer
Fight Fest/Accu collaboration
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Alexia Williams
Rolls-Royce executive featured in interview
Rolls-Royce
Episode: The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 24/03/2026

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Must-listen show on all things manufacturing 🙌🏻

    It’s obvious Tom, Lana & Joe put extraordinary effort into every single episode of The Manufacturer Podcast. But what makes this show a true standout is the quality of the guests, stories, and tactics. The team finds speakers that are innovators in manufacturing, and shares amazing insights. Don't miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LisaIsHereForIt
    United States4 years ago
  • Highly Recommend

    Great show. I listened to the episode on trying to decrease the skills gap. That’s such an important topic. Thank you for covering it so thoroughly.

    If you have the time and are interested, check out the CNC machining podcast I host — “The Right Direction Podcast” from Compass Precision.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmholcomb
    United States4 years ago
  • Inspiring interviews

    Thanks for the hard work, it deserves a bigger audience.

    Glad I saw a link in the magazine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SitheBruce
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show champions innovation and talent development in UK manufacturing.
The hosts put effort into securing influential guests and clear takeaways.
The guests are consistently high quality and relevant to manufacturing.
They cover a broad range of manufacturing topics with actionable context.
Audience gains practical tactics and industry insights from every episode.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

ARCHIVES: Poggy Murray Whitham, EqualEngineers
Q: How do you see the conversation around diversity and inclusion evolving in engineering and in tech?
Poggy describes a pendulum effect in DEI, noting current disincentives but also optimism for future progress, as companies adapt and pursue inclusion goals differently.
ARCHIVES: Poggy Murray Whitham, EqualEngineers
Q: What do you think are still the biggest barriers to diversity and inclusion within the industries of engineering and tech?
Poggy mentions that cultural expectations and normalized discriminatory behaviors present significant barriers, along with the need to engage the majority workforce effectively.
ARCHIVES: Poggy Murray Whitham, EqualEngineers
Q: Could you start by telling us a little bit about EqualEngineers and what inspired the creation of this?
Poggy explains that EqualEngineers is a DEI consultancy aiming to make engineering, manufacturing, construction, and technology industries more inclusive and psychologically safe through various programs.
Sustainability at Suntory | ForestNation | A Termite's Tipple
Q: How does Forest Nation align with the mission of Smart Manufacturing Week?
Forest Nation connects with manufacturers to promote sustainable practices and educate them on environmental impacts, showing how sustainability can be integrated into the manufacturing process.
Sustainability at Suntory | ForestNation | A Termite's Tipple
Q: How far would you say the company is along its sustainability journey?
Suntory has made good progress on its sustainability journey, reducing carbon emissions significantly and working towards greater sustainability across its products.

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The show centers on manufacturing leadership, innovation, and industry trends, featuring guests from robotics, sustainability, aerospace, and tech-enabled production. Episodes consistently highlight real-world case studies, partnerships, and talent development within UK and global manufacturing ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on how companies push efficiency, circular economy practices, and education outreach. Noteworthy is the recurring focus on actionable tactics, notable guests from leading brands, and a clear emphasis on bridging engineering with business impact, making it useful for listeners seeking practical insights for growth and sourcing sponsorships or guest opportunities.

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Recent guests on The Manufacturer Podcast include:

1. Oliver Selby
2. Chris Cleaver
3. Emma Armstrong
4. Ed Hodges
5. Alistair Morris
6. Matt Ogden
7. Patrick Faulkner
8. Ellis Ware

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