What if you could shave hours off cycle times, optimize your machining strategies, and get your entire shop on board with process improvements without… Watch Video

Machining is more than just making parts—it’s stress, tight deadlines, and trying to balance work and life without losing your mind. In this episode, we… Watch Video

He risked it all to build a machine shop from scratch—then one bad deal took everything. Charles Sanborn IV’s journey is a rollercoaster of risk, redemption, and… Watch Video

What does it truly mean to be successful as a machinist? Dive into this electrifying episode of the Impractical Machinist Podcast where hosts Patrick, Cameron, and… Watch Video

What Does It Take to Build a Machine Shop While Working Full-Time? In this episode of the Impractical Machinist Podcast, we sit down with Joe Kaslowski… Watch Video

We’re tackling YOUR questions about tooling strategies, workholding setups, and more! Ever wondered when to use a thread mill instead of a tap? Or how to pick between… Watch Video

What makes someone walk away from 23 years in a big shop to start their own shop? In this episode of the Impractical Machinist Podcast, we sit… Watch Video

Could a 5-axis machine save your shop thousands or is it just overhyped? In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest questions machinists face: Why don’t we have a 5-axis machine yet? How do… Watch Video

Think you know your CAM system? Think again. In this episode, we sit down with Julia and Greg from ModuleWorks, the hidden powerhouse behind many of the… Watch Video

It’s every machinist’s nightmare-CRASHING a machine! As machinists, we’ve all been there – that moment when your carefully crafted piece goes flying across the… Watch Video

What is the smartest way to handle payment terms? Net 30? Upfront? Or milestones? In this episode of Impractical Machinists, we’re joined by Kenny Urban, also… Watch Video

In this episode of the Impractical Machinist Podcast, Patrick, Cameron, and Bradley dive into the day-to-day challenges of running a machine shop… View Article

When is it worth taking the time to design a fixture, and when should you just clamp and go? And why are machines getting more and more expensive nowadays? Watch Video

Are you skipping out on cooling tank maintenance? You might be surprised at what you’re missing! Join Patrick, Cameron, and Bradley in this packed episode of The… Watch Video

Join special guest Ian Sandusky as he shares his journey and insider advice on choosing the right equipment, financing strategies, and managing the true costs of… View Article

The Impractical Machinists Podcast crew is back with more insights on improving your shop, handling job stress, and… Watch Video

In this episode, Patrick, Cameron, and Bradley share their unique stories of how they started in machining. No matter where you begin, there’s a… Watch Video

Ever faced a job shop nightmare and wished you had known more? Join us in this exciting episode of the Impractical Machinists podcast as they… Watch Video