In this week’s episode I am chatting with Martha Bennett Global Vice President of Marketing Excellence for 3M and Cedric Smith a welder out of Minnesota. 3M recently put out a documentary entitled Skilled that was released at the Sundance Film Festival, which highlights different industries in the Skilled Trades to bring  awareness and information to the next generation. As most of you all know, there’s a huge shortage of people across all industries of Blue Collared Trades. 3M is doing their part to get more people involved in the different industries. Checkout the Skilled film Here It will be available for streaming on Apple TV+, Google Play, Kanopy, Prime Video and The Roku Channel on May 3. It’s being translated into French, French Canadian, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Castillian Spanish and Thai for promotion across 17 countries. In partnership with Teach For America, it will be shown in classrooms and supported by discussion guides to facilitate conversations about skilled trades. It debuted at an officially sanctioned 2023 Sundance Film Festival event and has been accepted for AmDocs and the Los Angeles International Children’s Film Festival. Other film festival submissions are in the works.  Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                        Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools WorkbenchPros.com Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase      

In this weeks episode, I am bringing back Dusty James. He just produced an amazing video which is a combination of 3 of his passions, welding, filming and creating music. We talk about the video, finding your own passion and making time in life to do the things you enjoy. Check out Dusty on Instagram Here Check out Dust's Vidio The Beginning Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                        Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase    

In this episode I’m doing a cross-pod with my buddies Max Ceron from the CWB Association Podcast,  and Kevin Johnson with the Welding Business Owners Podcast.   We recorded about 4 hours of content covering many topics like skilling up your workforce, the upcoming wave of automation, the welder shortage, work life balance and many other topics.  This is a 3 part series. Tune in to part 1 on the @arcjunkiespodcast 3/6 Part 2 on the @weldingbusinessownerspodcast on 3/13 Part 3 on the @cwbgroupwelding podcast on 3/20 Max and Kevin are awesome guys and have amazing podcasts. The three of us work together to help promote welding as a viable career and discuss our experiences and lessons learned throughout our careers to help the next generation of welders and fabricators.  Check out Kevin's Podcast on Instagrm @weldingbusinessownerspodcast Check out Max's podcast on Instagram @cwbassociation Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                        Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase    

In this episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS, host Jason Becker sits down with three accomplished women in the welding industry: Tiffaney Orff, owner of Welding Women Syndicate; Kelli Royals, Navy veteran and professional welder, and author of the children’s book, Willow Discovers Welding; and Amy Roosa, founder of The Safety Rack, an organization that advocates for better PPE for women in the trades industry. The conversation dives into some of the unique challenges that women in welding face on a daily basis, such as navigating male-dominated work environments, finding appropriate personal protective equipment, and dealing with gender bias. The guests also share their personal experiences and offer advice for other women looking to enter the welding industry, including the importance of finding mentors and support systems, and staying true to oneself. Whether you're a seasoned welder or just starting out, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning more about the experiences of women in the trades industry. Tune in to hear these inspiring women share their stories and insights. Check out the AWS Here    

In this episode, we sit down with a panel of experts to explore the potential of hydrogen as an alternative fuel source. Our guests include Scott Witkowski from Republic Testing, Bill Newell from Euroweld, and Mike Miller from CEM Marketing. We delve into the possibilities of using hydrogen instead of fossil fuels and discuss whether the existing oil and gas pipelines can be repurposed for transporting hydrogen or if new infrastructure is needed. Our guests provide insights on the advantages and challenges of transitioning to a hydrogen economy and the potential impact it could have on the energy sector. We also discuss the upcoming hydrogen workshop in Texas, which promises to be a significant event for the industry. Tune in for an informative and thought-provoking conversation about the future of energy.   Check out the Hydrogen Workshop Here   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home  Arc Junkies Stickers & Banners Here   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                        Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase    

In this week's episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, we sit down with Lori Kuiper and Bryson Ward from Red-D-Arc to discuss Lori's inspiring welding journey. From starting as a Millwright apprentice to helping develop Miller's RMD software, Lori's story is a testament to the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the welding industry. Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                        Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase    

Get ready for some metal magic! This week’s episode features the incredible Kevin Stone, a metal sculptor from Chilliwack, Canada. Kevin is most well-known for his giant eagle sculptures and his latest masterpiece - a life-size replica of Drogon from Game of Thrones. Listen in as I chat with Kevin about his creative process and how he brings metal to life with a welder, a plethora of hammers, and a few clamps.    Checkout Kevin's Instagram here Check out his YouTube channel here   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Jason Becker Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods   CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                          Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools   ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase    

Today I am chatting Ryan Shelley, a welder out of Michigan who does prototype work full-time but also runs a side business making art pieces, trophies and welding services. In this episode we talk about his recent trip to Universal Studios, how the 75 Hard program gave him a mental reset, and how and why he decided to start a side business.  Follow Ryan on Instagram @810Metalworks   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Jason Becker Arc Junkies Website: www.arcjunkies.com  Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Sticker Packs Order Here Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods CK Worldwide Instagram @ckworldwide Website: www.ckworldwide.com                        Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase    

In this month's edition of Weld Wednesday, I sit down with industry experts Scott Ellsworth and Joe Young to discuss the benefits of setting up apprenticeships for your company. They share their knowledge on how to utilize the resources provided by the American Welding Society (AWS) to establish effective training programs for your employees. By building your workforce from the ground up with apprenticeships, you can ensure that all of your employees receive the same training and possess the same skills, leading to a more cohesive and efficient team. Join us as we delve into the details of how to get started with apprenticeship programs and discover why the cost and time investment is well worth it. Tune in and learn how to take your company to the next level with a strong workforce. Resources:  Become an AWS Member Here  Get AWS Certifications Here  For more information on the Welding Apprenticship Program Click Here For additional information on Apprenticeships click Here    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode of the podcast, we welcome back financial expert, Richard Roybal, who previously joined us in episode 244 to discuss building a Solid Financial Foundation. This time, we delve into the crucial topic of protecting those assets. Welders often lack access to information about finances, and that's why we brought Richard back on the show. He'll be sharing some simple ways to secure your financial future and make sure your family is taken care of even when you're no longer here. We'll be discussing how creating a will or trust, setting up life insurance, creating and creating an emergency fund, can help you protect your assets and ensure your family's well-being. Don't miss this valuable and informative episode as we tackle a topic that everyone wants to put off but is essential to secure your financial future. Follow Richard on Instagram @mr_roybal Call or text him directly at 909-434-4567   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected] Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Stickers and more click Here Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase      

Today I’m chatting with Chris Zep from the Make Everything YouTube channel. Chris makes some really cool stuff on his channel. I stumbled across his account while doing some research on how to restore an antique leg vice and got hooked on his videos. He does a little bit of everything like welding, repairs, fabrication, machining and making. We have a great conversation about building up your tool collection, doing side jobs and building a business. Check out Chris on Instagram Here Check out Chris's YouTube Channel Here Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me today is Jerome Spear from JE Spear Consulting. Jerome is an industrial hygienist and has been in the industry for over 3 decades. If you don’t know what an industrial hygienist is, don’t worry you will by the end of the episode. I thought I knew what an industrial hygienist was but I only knew a small portion of what they actually do. I’ve been wanting to do this episode for over a year now but it turns out Industrial Hygiene is a pretty niche industry. My main reason to have an Industrial hygienist on the show was to discuss welding fumes, the potential hazards they poses and how best to mitigate exposure for welders in the shop, as well as in the field.  We do a bit of a deep dive in to one specific compound that I wanted to raise awareness to and that is Hexavalent Chromium which is found primarily when cutting and welding stainless steel. We discuss some other hazards as well. You all may or may not know, the mission of the Arc Junkies podcast by now but just in case you don’t; the Mission is to help, educate, and inspire the next generation of welders and I’m hoping that this episode Helps to bring awareness to some of the potential hazards we have to deal with as welders, Educates you all on the best way to protect yourself while performing this line of work and Inspires you to take precautions to mitigate risks. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me in studio today is one of my former students Kyle Thompson. And conveniently enough and not pre-planned, the day this episode comes out will mark 8 years since Kyle started my class. It was really cool catching up with him and hearing about his welding journey over the past 8 years. It’s awesome to see the impact I’ve had on so many lives during my short career as a welding educator. During this episode you’ll hear some reoccurring themes that I’ve no doubt mentioned in previous episodes but its affirmation that these themes really matter when it comes to working in this industry. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS, I sit down with Gary Konarska, Executive Director and CEO of the American Welding Society, to discuss the current state of the welding industry. Konarska shares insights on recent events and seminars held by AWS in 2022, and previews what's in store for AWS in 2023. Listeners will gain a better understanding of the current state of the welding industry and the resources and support available through AWS. Tune in for an informative and enlightening discussion on all things welding.   Become an AWS Member https://www.aws.org/membership/page/home   Skilled Trades Coalition  https://www.sme.org/new-coalition-aims-to-close-the-skilled-trades-gap   Apprenticeship https://weldingapprenticeship.com/   AWS Certified Welder Program https://www.aws.org/certification/page/certified-welder-program   Certified Welding Supervisor https://www.aws.org/certification/page/certified-welding-supervisor-cws-program   AWS 2023 Conferences https://aws.org/events/conferences   AWS Grants and Scholarships https://www.aws.org/foundation/page/home

In this week's episode, I chat with Matthew Bartles, an instructor with the Millwrights Local 1000 in Tampa, Florida. Matt shares his experience working in the millwright industry and talks about the opportunities it offers. We also discuss Matt's side business and his personal journey of mental and physical transformation over the past year. Tune in to hear all about it! Follow Matt on Instagram: @behind_the_hood_welding   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me in-studio this week is Ronnie Bowen aka Fitter_Bowen on Instagram. Ronnie is a Union Pipefitter/Pipe Welder out of the Orlando area, we discuss how and why he decided to join the Union and what his career has been like thus far, we also talk about some helpful tips for new welders in the industry regardless of whether you join a union or not. There’s a lot of great information in this episode. Follow Ronnie on Instagram: @Fitter_Bowen Subscribe to his YouTube Channel Here

Today’s guest is Scott Raabe, owner and operator of Precision Welding Academy in Katy, Texas. Scott is a welder turned educator. After teaching at 2 different schools, Scott realized there’s got to be a better way to teach welding education. So he started his own school from the ground up.  And Scott’s grown the right way, slow and steady, he takes what’s working and improves it, he evaluates what’s not working and eliminates it. He’s also not expanding for the sake of profits, he expands when the time is right while maintaining a 10 student to 1 instructor ratio. He’s grown his school by leaps and bounds and in this episode we discuss how he did it. Give Scott a follow on Instagram: @scott_raabe Follow Scott's school: @precisionweldingacademy  Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me today in the Buzz Box Studio is my buddy Ray Flannery a welder turned CWI. Ray and I have a lot of common, we work on opposite sides of the same coin. Where I do mostly Welder Qualifications  Ray does mostly in-shop and field inspections. Ray and I first met at a welding competition where he volunteered as a judge for a welding competition we were putting on in Central Florida. In this episode we discuss life as a welder and an inspector and how important taking your job serious is.  Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

This months episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS features Rae Ripple. She’s been up to a lot lately, riding Harley’s, touring Canada, writing book tours and much much more. For more information on how you can get involved with AWS click here   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me this week is Ryan Nearop from Vancouver Canada. Ryan is a Rig Welder who does a little bit of everything but specializes in doing boiler systems. In this episode we talk about boilers, rig truck setup, working on various job sites, and running your own business.  Follow Ryan on Instagram: @r_nierop Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Being a small business owner isn't always the sunshine and roses everyone claims it to be. There are a lot of struggles persuing your own path. Joining me for this special installment of Weld Wednesday with AWS is Jeremy Condrey, owner and operator of Southern Weld Company. We talk a little bit about how he's been growing his business since his last apperance on the show. If you're a small business owner, or planning on striking out on your own, you'll definatley want to tune in to this episode.  For more information on how you can get involved with AWS check out www.aws.org Follow Jeremy on Instagram: @Southernweldco Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Today’s guest is Danny Keiderling, a rig welder out of the Wyoming area. I first got introduced to Danny via Instagram and TikTok, he does some great how to videos, and has some handy tips and tricks when it comes to welding, and he’s always a super positive guy and genuinely cares about the skilled trade of welding. Danny was recently involved in an accident that has left him as a quadriplegic, but Danny didn’t let that stop him. He’s now trying to teach himself to weld once again and make a full recovery. He’s already made significant progress with his physical therapy. Throughout his injury and therapy Danny has kept his positive attitude and continues to push himself a little more each day. He’s one hell of an inspiration to many and I wanted to get him on the show to share his story and motivation with you all. Follow Danny on Instagram: @jac_daniel Follow Danny on TikTok: @realdannykeiderling Check Out his YouTube Channel: @dhkwelds3785 Donate to Dannys GoFundMe: Here Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Today I am chatting with my Buddy Dusty James from Pacific Arc Tig Welding. Dusty and I have been chatting back and forth quite a bit since his first appearance on the show over a year ago. We finally got to meet up in person at FabTech in Atlanta Georgia. I love chatting with Dusty, we have very similar goals and mindsets. It was awesome to finally meet up and talk face to face. Dusty is a bad ass tig welder who runs Pacific Arc Tig Welding on YouTube and also has an online curriculum so that you can learn how to tig weld from your garage or anywhere else you have access to a TIG machine. Be sure to check out his channel and give him a follow on Instagram if you haven’t already. Check out Dusty's YouTube Channel Here Follow Dusty on Instagram: @PacificArcTigWelding   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]  

Today is a special bonus episode of Arc Junkies Podcast. While I was at FabTech, I had the opportunity to sit down and chat with the folks at the Fronius Booth. They make some really cool technologically advanced machines and I wanted to see what they have coming out this year. They also just celebrated their 20th year in the US which is a huge accomplishment.  Check out Fronius on the web: www.FroniusUSA.com Check out Fronius on Instagram: @FroniusUSA  Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this special edition of Weld Wednesday, I am talking with Ivan Iler, we had a chance to meet at FabTech in Chicago last year right after his appearance on the Netflix Series Metal Shop Masters. Ivan is a super talented metal artist who makes kinetic sculptures. Tune in to find out how he's taking his art work to the next level.  Follow Ivan on Instagram: @ivan_iler Check out AWS to get involved www.aws.org Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode I am hanging out at FabTech with Justin Voss from The Justin Voss YouTube channel. This is the first time I got to meet Justin in person, he's a super cool dude. We talk about his time working in NASCAR and how he got his start on YouTube. Check out Justin's work on YouTube here.  Give him a follow on Instagram: @justvoss Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me this week is Dr. Jason Scales, Director of Global Training with Lincoln Electric. The 2022 World Skills Competition wouldn't have happened without Lincoln Electric volunteering to open their doors and host the event. Join Dr. Scales and I as we discuss the need for events like this and supporting skilled trades.    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me in this weeks episode is Chandler Vincent, the 2017 World Skills USA Medalist. Chandler and I had the opportunity to sit down and talk about the World Skills Competition, changes we'd like to see in out industry and welding education.  Checkout Chandlers Company: https://weldermade.com/ Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables   Outlaw Leather LLC Outlawleather.com Instagram: @outlawleatherusa Use ARCJUNKIES for 15% off all in-stock leather goods                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this bonus Weld Wednesday Episode, I am sitting down with the World Skills Competitors from 1993 to present. These men have all Represented the USA in Welding at the World Skills Competition. The amount of talent, knowledge and skill between them is truly insane.  Resources in this episode: Welding Kits www.Weldermade.com  Information on how to get involved with AWS www.AWS.org  Email Martica Ventura for more information on Volunteering or participating in Skills [email protected] Information on Skills USA and World Skills www.Skillsusa.org www.Worldskills.org Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Line Boring and Line Welding is a topic I have wanted to discuss for a long time. Imagine my surprise when Erik Esslinger reached out to me and wanted to discuss this very topic. Line boring and line welding is a process many people in this industry are not familiar with. In this episode we discuss everything you need to know about the topic. Make sure you give Erik's company a follow on instagram: @bore_welding_line_boring Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]  

This week’s guest is Donny Sparacimino a self taught welder from Toronto Canada. Donny started off as a computer programmer paying for school by working in a fab shop. He quickly developed a passion for welding and taught himself well enough to follow his dream as a pipe welder. Follow Donny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strikecorewelding/ Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Today's guest is Nate Bowman, ya’ll know Nate, he's been on here a couple times at least. In this episode we discuss some of the different modes of metal transfer, the new WPQ2 credential from AWS and some upcoming plans for FabTech.   Follow Nate on Instagram @weldscientist   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this month's episode of Weld Wednesday w/AWS I am talkingg with Rob Murray a career diver who specializes in Underwater Welding and Inspection.    For more information on how you can get involved with the American Welding Society click here  Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode I am hanging out with my buddies Bob Moffatt and Brian Logaglio. This is the first time Bob and Brian mw in person after a year of texting and phone calls. I was at Brian's school to participate in his advisory board. It was a great time hanging with these guys.  Xcel Mentoring Welding Competiton Follow bob on Instagram: @ram_nation58 Follow Brian: @Bingo_Welding   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com Outlaw Leather USA Instagram: @Outlawleatherusa Online: www.outlawleather.com Use codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout and save 15% off in stock handmade leather goods.                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode I'm talking  Financial Management, as welders we have the potential to make some serious money, but we really don’t get taught how to manage that money. I’ve seen on several occasions, a welder gets done with school, gets a high paying job and then starts pissing all that  money away. Don’t get me wrong, it’s you’re money do what you want with it. But I know that I’d like to live debt free and have a nice nest egg once I retire and also take care of my family in the instance that god forbid something happens to me on the job or before retirement. That’s why I asked Richard Roybal to come on the show and give us some guidance on how to become financially independent . I know it’s not the typical welding topic you all are accustomed to but it’s still relevant to this career so I figured it would make for a good topic for the audience. There’s even some great info for those of you that have already started your own business, or are thinking about going into business for yourself. Follow Richard on Instagram:@Mr_Roybal Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com Outlaw Leather USA Instagram: @Outlawleatherusa Online: www.outlawleather.com Use codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout and save 15% off in stock handmade leather goods.                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

While I was at the Welding Summit I met some   pretty cool people, one of them, was a welding engineer, and I know what you’re thinking welders and Engineers don’t typically get along but Paisley Natalia isn’t your typical Welding Engineer. She likes to get in the shop and work side by side with the welders that are making the repairs. She doesn’t try to do her job from behind a desk, she goes right to where the work is to solve the problems and get a better understanding of how and why things work to solve in-service issues. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com Outlaw Leather USA Instagram: @Outlawleatherusa Online: www.outlawleather.com Use codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout and save 15% off in stock handmade leather goods.                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Joining me in this weeks episode is Scott Raabe, Stephanie Hoffman and Joe Young. We sat down at the Welding Summit to chat about our past and present experiences in the welding industry.    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com Outlaw Leather USA Instagram: @Outlawleatherusa Online: www.outlawleather.com Use codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout and save 15% off in stock handmade leather goods.                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Dr. Rick Polanin has been one of my greatest influences on my journey as an Educator. He was one of my Instructors at the AWS Instructors Institute back in 2015. I recently had the opportunity to sit back down and chat with him for this month's Weld Wednesday episode.  Follow the American Welding Society on Instagram @americanweldingsociety Check out their website for more information on how you can get involved. www.AWS.org  Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode, I am chatting with my good buddy Brian Logaglio,  we discuss just how important building your network and fostering those relationships is in our industry. In life and in business your network is everything.    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com Outlaw Leather USA Instagram: @Outlawleatherusa Online: www.outlawleather.com Use codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout and save 15% off in stock handmade leather goods.                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

This week I am chatting with Dayne Rusch of Vyperchair. We discuss how and why the company got started as well as the fundamental beliefs as their company as a whole.  Check out Vyper Chair Here Follow them on Instagram @vyperchair Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In today’s episode, I am chatting with Scott Prince, a welding instructor up in Rochester NY. Scott is a great guy and super passionate about his program. We talk about his journey to become a CWI, how he got into education, and his passion for teaching. Follow Scott on Instagram @Prince_of_Welding Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode I am chatting with Justin Merrill, aka the Fabricator. Justin wears many hats and runs multiple businesses. We discuss how it all started, what it's like and where he's going next. Check out Justin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheFabricatorSeries Check out Justin on Instagram: @The.Fabricator Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode of Weld Wednesday w/ AWS, I am chatting with Chloe Hudson about her experience prepping for the CWI. We dive in to discuss study strategies, the breakdown of the Exam and other great tips on how to become a CWI.    Follow Chloe on Instagram: @arcweldingangel Follow AWS on Instagram: @americanweldingsociety Become an AWS Member Click Here For Information on the CWI process Click Here For information on the Welding Summit Click Here Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

This is my first in-person interview in the new studio and my guest are none other than Nate Bowman and Rush Kane with @weldlabs they hung out at my school all last week and we had a blast burning and learning. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

Today I am talking with Scott Witkowski of Republic Testing Services in Houston Texas. I have had the opportunity to chat with Scott quite a few times over the past couple years but haven't had the opportunity to chat with him 1 -on -1 on the podcast. Scott's been in the Industry for a long time and he's a wealth of knowledge and information.    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this weeks episode, I am catching up with my buddy J. Jones. He's been instructing at the Instructors Institute for about 20 years. He works with the Harris Corporation and specializes in all things Oxo-Fuel. We chat about the versatility of the Oxy-Fuel system when it comes to soldering, brazing, welding and cutting.    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]

In this episode, I am chatting with Steve Snyder (AWS), Theresa Melfi (Lincoln Electric) and Michael Ellisor (Texas High School Welding Series) about the upcoming Welding Summit taking place in The Woodlands Texas August 24th-26th.    For more information, or to sign up for the Weld Summit, click Here

In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Emmett Russell from Russellbilt on Instagram. Emmet built the Centerpiece for the original Arc Junkies Studio which is now the Centerpiece of my new studio. He also built the Grandfather clock for Joe Rogan. But that's not what Emmett is well known for, he runs a shop that produces high end architectural and ornamental stairs, handrails and other structures for residential homes. He’s also an insanely talented metal artist. Emmett started off in a one car garage doing handyman work and odd jobs, and has invested everything back into his company to build a new shop from the ground up. Follow Emmett on Instagram @russellbilt Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: www.levrack.com                                                                               Everlast Welders Instagram: @everlastwelders  YouTube: Everlast Welders         Online: https://bit.ly/37xJstI Use Codeword ARCJUNKIES at checkout to get upgraded to a free Nova Foot Pedal and TIG Torch with the purchase of any machine that comes with a stock foot pedal and TIG Torch.   O2 Armor https://www.o2armor.com Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save 10% on your purchase Strong Hand Tools Stronghandtool.com/arcjunkies Instagram @Strong_hand_tools ISOTUNES: Instagram: @isotunesaudio Online: https://bit.ly/36s7aFj  Use ARCJUNKIES10 at checkout and save $10 on your purchase     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: [email protected]