Fully Threaded Radio
Business & Finance
About
Fully Threaded Radio is the voice of the FCH Sourcing Network and the original podcast for the industrial fastener industry, delivering predominantly fastener-related news, market insights, and infotainment since 2010. Hosted by Eric Dudas and Brian Musker, the show connects distributors, manufacturers, and industry insiders through engaging interviews, technical discussions, and commentary—with just the right touch of humor.Every episode covers what matters most to fastener professionals: industry events, market trends, sourcing conditions, standards updates, technical tutorials, and digital transformation across the fastener supply chain. Whether reporting from major events like the International Fastener Expo (IFE), Fastener Fair USA, or FSTNR Week, or analyzing monthly Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) reports, Fully Threaded Radio keeps listeners informed and connected about the fastener industry.Regular features include:Guest interviews with industry leadersThe Fastener News Re
Episodes
- Episode #227 - Fair Comments
Fastener Fair USA floor interviews featuring Chris McAffrey, Michael White, Blanca Delgado, Jill Lewis, Anders Green, Robbie Gilchrist and many more. On the Fastener News Report, Mike McNulty of Fastener Technology International speaks wit…
- Episode #226 - tAx tIme
The well dressed Matt Delawder of SWD and fastener golf ace Jake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturing discuss industry developments and the upcoming MWFA 80th anniversary extravaganza (12:01). Huyett CEO Tim O'Keeffe joins news editor Mike…
- FTR Unthreaded: Dr. Salim Brahimi
Industry leader, educator, innovator and former introvert Dr. Salim Brahimi discusses his role at the IFI, including new career development programs and upcoming changes to some important standards. He also shares his family story of escap…
- Episode #225 - Something Big
When do the AI job losses hit? Distribution Strategy Group chief strategy officer Ian Heller describes the advance of new tech impacting every level of the thread game (1:46:33). Meanwhile, the fastener industry faces a raft of other press…
- Episode #224 - See? BAM!
Is there more than hot air behind the CBAM regulations now in full effect in the EU? How should the North American fastener industry view these new mandates? Braving conditions created by inevitable climate change, the gas loving Charlie K…
- FTR Unthreaded: Marco Rodriguez
Real estate advisor Marco Rodriguez has deep roots in the fastener industry. He reveals strategies for getting the upper hand in commercial leasing negotiations, showing why he has become the go to voice for advice on commercial real estat…
- Episode #223 - Well Traveled
WIFI Woman of the Year and world traveler Darlene Collis of LSG talks shop and shows why she is the Fastener Ninja (1:05:51). On the Fastener News Report , Birmingham Fastener VP Anthony Crawl joins thread newsman Mike McNulty to marvel at…
- Special Report: Canada's 25%
Tariff news: Just ahead of the U.S. Supreme Court major announcement on tariffs, Canadian fastener men Jason Baines , of J. Lanfranco and Hans Fuller , of Fuller Metric, discuss bewildering new changes to Canada's steel tariffs that could…
- Episode #222 - More Rudolph
The year concludes with mixed news from across the fastener industry, as veteran sales rep Rick Rudolph shares his recipe for seasonal cheer (1:40:39). Eurolink president, Craig Penland is bullish on the future, but keeps watch on European…
- FTR Unthreaded: Marcel Goebel
Goebel Group CEO Marcel Goebel discusses his life in the fastener industry, expansion across Europe and entering the U.S. market, fastener fitness, finding the right people, and the World Rivet Congress.
- Episode #221 - Pit Stop
Fastener sales continue to race along, as Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr. and news editor Mike McNulty explain as they present the latest high octane FDI results on the Fastener News Report (44:34). Meanwhile, industry journeyman…
- FTR Unthreaded: Laurence Claus
Laurence Claus is a widely known and respected fastener engineer, trainer, writer and mentor. With a career in fasteners that began on the manufacturing side, and spanning over 30 years, he continues his work today with the Fastener Traini…
- Episode #220 - FL Why?
The fastener industry reports brisk sales, but optimism is slipping. Why is this happening? Abbott-Interfast president Bob "GQ" Baer joins news editor Mike McNulty to mull over the confusing FDI numbers on the Fastener News Report (52:05).…
- Special Report: Tough Nutter '25 Recap
Tough Nutters George “GHIII” Hunt of Brighton Best, Bobby “Tater Tot” Wegner of Beacon Fasteners, Bob “GQ” Baer from Abbott-Interfast, and BTM Manufacturing president Jake “Valdez” Davis put on their…
- Special Report: IFE 2025 Floor Interviews
Floor interviews from the International Fastener Expo 2025, the largest fastener industry event of the year. The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey traveled to Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas to get in on all the action. Golf results, br…
- FTR Unthreaded: Scott Camp Remembers Bob Kierlin
Atlas Distribution Services president Scott Camp remembers legendary Fastenal founder, Bob Kierlin. Scott explains how he came to travel with Mr. Kierlin during the early stage of his career, observing and learning lessons he carries with…
- Episode #219 - BrAInstorming
Thinking hard about tariffs, AI tech, reshoring and keeping stock on the shelves, the fastener industry heads to Vegas for its largest annual conference of the year. Director of strategic sourcing for Würth Industry USA, Brian Sc…
- Special Report: MWFA FSTNR Week '25
Midwest Fastener Association table top show floor interviews featuring the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey with Rick and Morgan Rudolph , Tom Blakley , Heidi Volltrauer , Josh Winkler , Tom Buddenbohn , …
- Episode #218 - Tariffic Times
Fastener veteran, metric legend of the Midwest, Mr. Rich Cavoto of Metric and Multistandard shares his experiences dealing with tariff confusion (1:36:00). AFC Industries CEO Kevin Godin joins newsman Mike McN…
- FTR Unthreaded: Another Throw With Jason Baines
With tariff talk deadlines looming, Canadian locknut provider J. Lanfranco VP and part-time Highlander Jason Baines provides an update on where things stand. He also explains his entry into the realm of Scottish hammer throwing,…
- Episode #217 - SW Threaded
MW Components VP of sales, Kara Bosse sees the exciting side of the fastener sales game as she works to make manufacturing an attractive career for the next generation (8:07). Meanwhile, pitmaster Rob “Big Country” Reynol…
- Special Report: The Mud Racers
MWFA FSTNR Week ’25 is right around the corner, that means it’s time to start prepping for fastener mud racing! Team leaders Bob “GQ” Baer of Abbott-Interfast, Jake “Valdez” Davis of BTM Manufacturing and Bobb…
- FTR Unthreaded: The Art Of AI B2B Fastener Sourcing With Sam Aldinger And Anders Green
In this episode, Eric Dudas of FCH Sourcing Network is joined by Fastenal veteran turned homesteader Sam Aldinger and ERP code-slinger Anders Green of ALOX4 to dive deep into the evolving world of fasten…
- FTR Unthreaded: Link Magazine Publisher Leo Coar
With a long view on the fastener industry and numerous careers to reflect on, Distributor’s Link Magazine publisher Mr. Leo Coar recounts the launch of his flagship businesses and shares thoughts on a range of topic…
- Episode #216 - Special Nut Report
The fastener market may be going nuts, but marketing pros Rosa Hearn of BBI and Joe Shoemaker of AFC Industries keep a steady hand while getting the right messaging to the industry (1:07:11). Würth Industry USA mana…
- Special Report: Fastener Fair USA 2025 Floor Interviews
Fastener Fair USA in Nashville was a big success with strong traffic, numerous education and networking opportunities, Nascar simulator competition and a down home after hours event. The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey gathered reactions…
- Episode #215 - Dodging Lynn
The screw turns as the industry heads to Nashville for its annual spring jamboree. NCFA Distributor Social attendees, Gary Graham, Justine Urban, Morgan Wilson speak with the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey.…
- FTR Unthreaded: Fastening To Farming With Sam Aldinger
With over 20 years at Fastenal, Sam Aldinger makes the jump into homesteading, balancing a blend of animal husbandry, podcasting and digital business coaching all while managing a fulfilling family life. The discussion touches…
- Episode #214 - Tariffs & BBQ
The fastener industry reacts to the new tariffs as the impacts begin to take shape. Field Fastener president Adam Derry joins Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty to sort out the tanking FDI numbers…
- Special Report: Stuttgart 2025 With Craig Penland Of Eurolink
The world’s largest dedicated fastener show, Fastener Fair Global , took place in Stuttgart, Germany and Eurolink Fastener Supply Service founder and president Craig Penland was there. He reviews this yea…
- Episode #213 – The Mike And Jun Show
Despite shifting tariff pronouncements, the fastener industry records another strong month as Brighton Best International president Jun Xu joins newsman Mike McNulty explain on the Fastener News Report (28:3…
- Special Report: Endries CEO Michael Knight On Tariffs
Lots of news with tariffs. This is breaking every day now, as it turns out. Endries CEO Michael Knight reacts to the latest tariffs and shares thoughts on what they mean for the fastener industry. You’ve heard him on the podcast befor…
- Special Report: A Canadian Perspective On Tariffs With Jason Baines
Canadian locknut provider J.Lanfranco Fastener Systems supplies premium fasteners to industries on both sides of the border. VP Jason Baines discusses his approach working with partners across the supply chain, shares thoughts on changing…
- Special Report: Pac-West Spring Conference '25
Pac-West Fastener Association spring conference floor interviews and coverage, including Paul Vittori , George Martinez , Darlene Collis , Carl Spackman , Michael Chen , Jake “Valdez” Davis , Chris…
- Episode #212 - The Price Of Eggs
The fastener industry powers ahead amid unsettling tariff news, cyber warfare and sky high egg prices. Martin Fastening Supply EVP Scott McDaniel joins newsman Mike McNulty to sift through the surprising FDI numbers…
- Episode #211 - Life Of Brian
FTR co-host Brian Musker shares two stories from his recent adventures outside of the FCH data lab (15:32). Fastener industry guru Carmen Vertullo explains lot traceability and why you should be on good terms with your test lab (28:19). WT…
- Episode #210 – So Long Steve
As he rides into the sunset, Steve “The Sasco Man” Dunham stops by to take stock in a fastener career well spent (9:08). On the Fastener News Report , Mike McNulty welcomes Würth Industry USA COO Je…
- Episode #209 – The Skidmore-Wilhelm Story
Skidmore-Wilhelm expert and proprietor Mr. John O’Brien and industry guru Carmen Vertullo delve deeply into the applications, uses and origins of tension bolting’s most unique and essential tool. Discover…
- Episode #208 – When We Do
The new fastener year begins with dramatic headlines, Fastener Technology International editor in chief Mike McNulty breaks the stories and welcomes Huyett CEO Tim O'Keeffe to look at complete 2024 FDI numbers plus the outlook for the year…
- Episode #207B – MFDA Revealed
‘Tis the season to reveal new fastener association officers, as industry veteran rep Robert Rundle of R.W. Rundle Associates takes the lead at the MFDA (8:36). On the Fastener Training Minute , Carmen Vertullo  …
- Episode #207A - FDI Screwge
The FDI brings a lump of coal to the fastener industry, but Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr. and Fastener Technology International senior news editor Mike McNulty remain positive, despite mixed feelings over probable new tariffs, o…
- Episode #206B - A Mining Mind
Premium fastener provider J. Lanfranco sends mining industry veteran Steve Roebuck on a mission to dig up new business from an international market (11:20). On the Fastener Training Minute , thread educator Carmen Vertullo discusses a clas…
- Episode #206A - Out Of The Rut
Fastener industry optimism keeps the latest FDI numbers strong as AFC VP of sales John Kovatch joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report (19:55). There's more good news for fastener mud racers as Jake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturi…
- Episode #205B - Travelers
Jo Morris of Desert Distribution and TJ McFarland of Brikksen travel far afield in their fastener endeavors, jamming in as much fun as good business will allow (4:28). Thread guru Carmen Vertullo discusses thread stripping on the Fastener…
- Episode #205A - Footprints
Digital fastener data is like footprints that leave a long lasting imprint. So says JR Prahl of mega-industrial supplier OneMonroe (45:19). On the Fastener News Report , senior fastener newsman Mike McNulty welcomes Martin Fastening…
- Special Report: Würth EVP Larry Stevens
Würth EVP Larry Stevens shares his thoughts as he guides the world's largest industrial supplier toward global integration and connectivity. From simple midwest beginnings, he spent 16 years building the business in Asia before returning t…
- Episode #204 - Wall to Wall
Don "The Amazing" Shan joins Brian and Eric for semi-comprehensive IFE '24 coverage, featuring Larry Stevens, Jo Morris, Marcel Goebel, Wayne Wishnew, Lisa Sanderson, Jake Glaser, John Gaudette, Mike Robinson and many more! An import…
- Episode #203 - More Threads
Fastener industry 50 year veteran and Goebel Fasteners national sales manager Sam Underwood explains what makes a great distributor (14:29). Will Snyder of WTC Business Technology Services on the fallout from the Cloudstrike internet outag…
- Special Report: Chiricosta Wins Form Fit & Function Award / FSTNR Week '24
Fastener Fair USA show manager and fastener friend Mr. Bob Chiricosta of RX Expositions is the winner of this year's Form Fit & Function Award , presented by the Naperville Fastener Association (the most non-exclusive of all the fast…
- Episode #202 - In Other News
Dramatic headlines abound across the country and around the world. This episode of Fully Threaded Radio avoids all of that, as Eurolink FSS president Craig Penland (15:44) and technologist Anders Green (2:00:31) provide various and…