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In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Jason Becker, the Arc Junkies Podcast host, and a previous host on weld.com. We talk about his transition from welding education to full-time podcasting. They chat about the perspective gained by interviewing people all across the industry, building Buzzbox Studios, how music can be used to make you a better welder, and some of the different organization...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Meltin Metal Anthony, a mobile repair welder who shares his advice and experiences in the field through his youtube channel. He talks about how welding helped him stay out of trouble after some run-ins with the law in his younger days, then started repairing equipment for his dad. He also talks about working with subcontractors, bidding jobs, and the imp...

In this week's episode, Beau catches up with Rob Leines, a former welder turned full-time musician. They chat about the parallels between the two trades, the power of making connections in both industries, and how practice and dedication is the key to success in both. Rob also talks about the types of places that music and welding have taken him, the struggles of putting yourself out there, and wh...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with John King owner of JK Welding and Trails West Gate Company. John talks about getting his big break starting his company by rebuilding the Kemah Boardwalk in Kemah, Texas. He also talks about learning the skills to run a profitable business throughout the years, what he looks for in welders that join his team, and how when companies can't find someone to...

Reaching out and asking for help regarding your business is hard but that is precisely what we dive into in this week's episode. Beau sits down with Nate Newton & Josh Huite from The Tradesmen Experience, a podcast focused on leadership development and growing your business. They talk about the journey of Josh helping Nate's company Battle Born Welding through business coaching. They talk abou...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Ivan Iler who was on the Netflix series Metal Shop Masters. Ivan talks about his musical past in a band called Thump Keg, how his life has changed since going on the show, the types of projects he likes to do that let his creativity soar, and getting into bronze learning from a master in his own right, Rodger Smith from Michigan Art Castings, who has had...

In this week's episode, Beau takes a trip to Clemmons, North Carolina to sit down with Justin Voss to talk about his youtube channel and his Defiant Metal welding gloves. Justin talks about his journey from working on pit crews and getting his start in making videos through vlogging. He also talks about how his welding gloves came about, the manufacturing process, and what it is like to keep an in...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Justin also known as The Fabricator on Instagram and The creator of The Fabrication Series on youtube. They chat about an injury he sustained in the Navy led him to start making youtube videos about welding and fabrication. They also touch on his other company Weldmetalsonline, his favorite video he has made that taught him a valuable lesson about resear...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Ronnie Bowen a Journeyman Pipefitter from Flordia. He talks about the process of joining a Union and what it is like going through school and getting experience out in the field along the way. He also talks about X-ray testing in the field, trusting your team when you encounter something new you haven't welded before, and the importance of having experie...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Jordan Packer and he talks about his story and experience competing and bringing home the bronze medal at world skills this year. He talked about the training process leading up to World Skills and he gives us a little insight into what the process of competing is like and what he is planning to do in the future. They both agreed that we need to try and...

This is part two of our Fabtech special, where Beau sits down with Brynwelds, a welder and content creator from Nebraska; John Fowler from Northeast Alabama Community College; our very own host and tig artist Tig Devil; Spencer Wells, an engineering technician at the Nasa Prototype Lab; Mike Myer, a Welding instructor from Evans High School; Danea Buschkoetter, a welding instructor and host over h...

In this episode from Fabtech down in Atlanta, Beau got to sit down with Dusty James from Pacific Arc Tig Welding, Anthony Fildes from Alpha Welding all the way from Ireland, Tyler Sasse from Western Welding Academy, Mike McCallister aka mike_rideyourbike from Harpers Farry, Eli Ryder owner of Heavy Hitter Tig Rigs, Deena aka welding_angel, and Andrew Nichols who started a custom welding hood compa...

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Prof. Dr. Emil Schubert aka The WELDPROF, and they chat about some of the differences in certification in Europe compared to the USA, his passion for improving health in the welding industry, and the possibility of there being worldwide welding certification. Beau also got to sit down with a rep from Abicor Binzel to talk about their new X Fume Pro syste...

Beau sits down with Kevin Roy to discuss his work with the CWB, getting into the welding communities on social media, and providing good information.  They also chat about how Kevin deals with haters and the disconnect between generations of welders.

Beau sits down with Nathan Montes, aka n8_da_gr8_ on Instagram, talking about his band Gone By Nin9, starting off cutting parts in a shop to finding an older welder to learn from.  Nate then worked as a single-hand welder and ran his rig.  He also talks about advice for people struggling with root passes and learning from failures, and not giving up.

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Weld.com's Greg Richardson, Austin Hargett (Dr. Weldz), and Garrett Coursey (Theweldinokie) to talk about what to expect from Fabtech as well as some tips to help you make the most of the Expo!

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with one of Weld.com's newest hosts Elwyn Zim aka Theonezim and they chat about him working with companies like Blue Demon, Weld Devils, and Jugz Welding Caps.  Zim also talks about welding copper and brass two materials most people don't get the chance to weld, as well as the importance of choosing the right school so you don't head into the field with the w...

Bob and Shawn address audience questions!  If you missed the video on YouTube or the WELD app, go check it out! Keep them coming for all the hosts :)

Part two of Beau's chat with Kevin Stone. He talks about the different tools he uses to hand-make these giant sculptures. They also talk about how Kevin approaches scaling the projects while still being able to transport them, as well as new projects that are in the works!!

In this 2 part series, Beau sits down with Kevin Stone, A Metal Sculptor from British Colombia. In part one, we follow with a wild ride full of ups and downs through his journey into doing massive metal sculptures. Kevin talks about working with investors, transportation mishaps, and getting commissions including an eagle at Dollywood and a Game of Thrones dragon replica. Check out his excellent w...

We have a new addition to the team: Hunter @texaspipeliner35.  He chats with Beau about coming up in the oil industry and giving tips on how to break into the industry and what inspired him to also become a teacher.

Beau sits down with one of Weld.com's new German hosts, Anna, and they chat about her company Monoista, incorporating light into her designs, as well as the difference in the industry in Germany compared to here in the states.

In this part 2 of back-to-school questions, Beau and Adam chat about where you should be looking when learning, the importance of getting experience, and making the most of your school experience.

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Adam Streich to answer some questions heading into this new semester of school. They talk about PPE, choosing the right hood, ways to practice at home, and connecting with welders on the WELD™ app.

In this week's episode, Beau sits down with Garrett, aka Theweldinokie, to chat about Tig Art. They chat about using a chill block, different types of tungsten used, creating stencils, and talk about a new series he is putting out on Tig Art along with a giveaway.