U.S. Manufacturing Today Podcast

U.S. Manufacturing & Supply Chain Podcast

Conversations with operators, founders, and experts shaping the future of U.S. manufacturing and industrial supply chains.

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The U.S. Manufacturing Today Podcast explores the forces reshaping American manufacturing and industrial supply chains. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, operators, and innovators working to strengthen domestic production.

From operational strategy to emerging technologies and reshoring initiatives, the podcast highlights real perspectives from the people running manufacturing and logistics operations every day.

New episodes are released every Tuesday at 6AM CST.

Episode #49 - Bridging Operational Excellence: Vessel’s Diagnostic Platform for Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturers

Portrait of a woman with shoulder-length brown hair and a dark blazer, next to a quote about helping small to medium sized businesses, attributed to Molly Lenty, COO and Co-founder at Vessel, on a blue background with light gear graphics.

Episode #48 - Why Nitrile Gloves Are a National Security Chokepoint (with Blue Star NBR CEO Scott Maier)

Portrait of Scott Maier wearing a black cap and jacket beside a quote about China's potential to weaponize the supply chain and impact healthcare.

Episode #47 - Signs of a 2026 Manufacturing Breakout: PMI Up, Freight Tightening, Policy Aligning

Portrait of Matt Horine smiling, with a quote about competence in American industry and the importance of production and capability, attributed to him as Head of Reindustrialization at Veryable on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #46 - Industry Quoting 2.0: Harnessing
AI for Fast Manufacturing Solutions, with Alex Huckstepp of Uptool

Smiling man with short brown hair and beard in a black collared shirt next to a quote about getting more quotes and RFQs, attributed to Alex Huckstepp, Co-Founder of Uptool, on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #45 - Leveraging Venture Capital and Technology in Manufacturing with Renan Devillieres

Portrait of Renan Devillieres wearing glasses and a white shirt, with a quote about tech people wanting purpose and industrial progress, set on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #44 - Behind the Machines: Building a Strong Manufacturing Culture, with Chris Luecke of Manufacturing Happy Hour

Chris Luecke Manufacturing Happy Hour Podcast

Episode #43 - Manufacturing Revolution: John Gardner on Local Production and Economic Independence

Portrait of a smiling man with dark hair wearing a navy blue shirt next to a quote about manufacturing's economic impact by John Gardner, author of 'Manufacture Local'.

Episode #42 - Data-Driven Revolution: Unpacking Microfactories and Modern Manufacturing with Errol Rodericks

Portrait of Errol Rodericks in a blue blazer with a quote about data centralization and change from Denodo.

Episode #41 - From Mail Order to Mega Trends: Revolutionizing Toys with David Socha

Portrait of David Socha with quote about expanding manufacturing and finding a factory on this side of the ocean, on a blue background with gear icons.

Episode #40 - Reindustrialization and Manufacturing Visibility with Tony Gunn

Portrait of Tony Gunn with a quote about job loss and education on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #39 - Casting a New Future: Alcon Industries and the Resurgence of US Manufacturing with Chad Woods

Portrait of a man with short hair and a white shirt, next to a testimonial quote from Chad Woods, Director of Operations at Alcon Industries, about labor flexibility with Veryable.

Episode #38 - Navigating Legacy and
Innovation in Manufacturing with Jake
Grossman of EZPZ Brands

Portrait of a smiling man in a navy blazer and white shirt, next to a quote about valuing relationships by Jake Grossman of Fibematics & EZPZ Brands on a blue background with gear shapes.

Episode #37 - Future-Proofing U.S. Manufacturing: Building a Resilient Workforce with Friddy Hoegener

Portrait of Friddy Hoegener with a quote about hiring challenges on a blue background with gear icons.

Episode #36 - Return Guest! Navigating the Reshoring Movement: Insights from Rosemary Coates of the Reshoring Institute

Portrait of Rosemary Coates with a quote about manufacturing uncertainty and reshoring in the U.S., credited to her as Executive Director of Reshoring Institute on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #35 - Navigating Tariff Shocks and Sourcing Risks with AI: with Timur Göreci of Orderfox

Portrait of a man with a beard and sweater with a quote about AI feeling like having a million motivated interns by Timur Göreci, CRO of OrderFox, on a blue gear-patterned background.

Episode #34 - The Human Touch in Manufacturing AI: A Conversation with Nelson Bruton

Portrait of a smiling bald man with a beard wearing a white shirt, alongside a quote about increasing sales inquiries by 50% to 150% from Nelson Bruton, President of Manufacturing Chats, on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #33 - Redefining Flexibility In U.S. Manufacturing With Nirit Cohen

Portrait of a smiling woman with curly hair and glasses wearing a denim jacket, alongside a quote about expanding talent pools by Nirit Cohen, Future of Work Strategist, on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #32 - Can Compostable Materials Displace Plastic in Manufacturing? with Dillon Baxter of PlantSwitch

Portrait of Dillon Baxter with quote about plastic's durability and health effects, set on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #31 - Finding Alignment: Workplace Ideals and the Freedom Economy - with Andrew Crapuchettes of RedBalloon

Portrait of a bald man with a beard in a suit jacket and light shirt next to a quote about job seekers and ATS by Andrew Crapuchettes, Founder & CEO of RedBalloon.

Episode #30 - The Future of U.S. Manufacturing: Leveraging AI and Smart Factories with Bryan DeBois

Portrait of Bryan DeBois with a quote about the future use of generative AI in industrial settings and the upcoming three-year anniversary of chat GPT.

Episode #29 - Reshoring and Tariffs: Rebuilding America's Industrial Base with Textiles and Furniture

Portrait of Matt Horine with a quote about industrial reset on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #28 - Empowering Local Industry: The Digital Revolution in Manufacturing with Andrew Kornuta

Portrait of Andrew Kornuta, Founder and CTO of NoraMark, with quote about manufacturing capacity behind China on a blue gear-patterned background.

Episode #27 - From Handshakes to Marketplaces: Accelerating Supplier Connection through the Veryable Vendor Marketplace - with Caleb Wiley

Portrait of Caleb Wiley with a quote about the RFQ process and vetting, on blue background with gear illustrations.

Episode #26 - Revising the Labor Market: Uncovering the BLS Job Scandal and Its Impact on U.S. Manufacturing

Portrait of Matt Horine, Head of Reindustrialization at Veryable, smiling in a suit with a blurred industrial background, with a quote about economic manipulation affecting businesses and manufacturers on a blue gear-themed background.

Episode #25 - Ironman Suits, Not Terminators: Augmenting Manufacturing with Technology, with Russ Bukowski of Mastercam

Portrait of a smiling man with short hair and a beard wearing a suit next to a quote about software automation by Russ Bukowski, President of MasterCam, on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #24 - Purpose-Driven Growth in Aerospace Manufacturing with Tony Kelbert and Dan Echternkamp

aerospace growth strategies co-founder Tony Kelbert quote from U.S. manufacturing today episode 24

Episode #23 - Local Craftsmanship: The New Face of US Manufacturing and Outdoor Brands, with Caden Gennerman of Dusty Shores

dusty shores co-founder caden gennerman quote from U.S. manufacturing today episode 23

Episode #22 - Beyond Buzzwords: Practical AI in Manufacturing, with Radu Spineanu of Humble Ops

Portrait of Radu Spineanu with a quote about US manufacturing and financialization on a blue background with gear shapes.

Episode #21 - Securing America's Industrial Future: Insights from Josh Steinman

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Episode #20 - Rebuilding America: Policies and Investments for National Security

blue teal background with transparent gear icons and photo and quote from Matt Horine

Episode #19 - Solving Labor Shortages: Recruitment from Puerto Rico with Clay Martin of Isla Talent

Episode #18 - Flexibility and Competitiveness in U.S. Manufacturing with Pat Dippel

Pat Dippel quote from us manufacturing today podcast

Episode #17 - Trade Policy, 1BBB and Economic Shifts Under Trump 2.0

Matt Horine quote from episode 17 of us manufacturing today

Episode #16 - The Criticality of Foundries and Investment Casting: Industry Trends with Merrin Muxlow

Portrait of smiling woman with blonde hair next to a quote about American self-sufficiency and industrial base by Merrin Muxlow, Principal at S-Industrial, on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #15 - Empowering The Workforce: How Cobots Are Transforming Manufacturing with Rob Goldiez of Hirebotics

Portrait of Rob Goldiez with a quote about automation and cobots improving welding output by 3-4 times, on a blue gear-patterned background.

Episode #14 - Winning in Georgia Manufacturing: Insights from GAM President Lloyd Avram

Lloyd nvram president of Georgia association of manufacturers

Episode #13 - Unlocking Revenue: Integrated Revenue Growth for Industrial Leaders with Ed Marsh

Portrait of a man with glasses in a suit jacket beside a quote about sales forces lacking documented sales processes by Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting.

Episode #12 - Survive to Thrive: CLN's Strategic Approach to U.S. Industry Challenges with McKenzie Reed

Portrait of a bearded man in a checked blazer with a white shirt, alongside a quote about policy and depreciation from McKenzie Reed, President of CLN of South Florida, on a blue background with gear graphics.

Episode #11 - One Big Beautiful Bill,
Tariffs, and Reshaping the U.S.
Manufacturing Landscape

matt horine quote from us manufacturing today episode 11

Episode #10 - Reshoring and Industrial Renaissance with Jim Vinoski, Manufacturing Talks

Jim Vinoski quote on U.S. manufacturing today podcast about supply chain disruptions

Episode #9 - Strategic Reshoring: Navigating the Modern Manufacturing Landscape with Rosemary Coates of the Reshoring Institute

Rosemary Coates quote about consumer preferences for American made on U.S. Manufacturing today podcast

Episode #8 - Reset in Progress: American Manufacturing Reimagined

Matt Horine quote about China trade war on U.S. manufacturing today podcast

Episode #7 - Crafting the Future: The Plastics Industry's Role in the U.S. Manufacturing Resurgence with James Hartman

American Plastics president James hartman quote from U.S. manufacturing today podcast

Episode #6 - The Hidden Crisis in American Trucking: A Conversation with Shannon Everett
of American Truckers United

Shannon Everett of American Truckers United quote from u.s. manufacturing today podcast

Episode #5 - Navigating the New Manufacturing Landscape with Bret Boyd of Sustainment

Bret Boyd quote from U.S. Manufacturing Today podcast episode 5

Episode #4 - Liberation Day: Turning the
Tide in U.S. Manufacturing

Matt Horine quote from U.S. Manufacturing Today podcast episode 4

Episode #3 - Economic Detox: Resurgence
of U.S. Manufacturing Amidst New Tariffs and Investment Shifts

Matt Horine quote from U.S. Manufacturing Today podcast episode 3

Episode #2 - The End of Labor Arbitrage: Rebuilding U.S. Manufacturing Strength with Veryable CEO Mike Kinder

Mike Kinder quote from U.S. Manufacturing Today podcast episode 2

Episode #1 - Adapt and Thrive: Strategies
for Manufacturing Success under Trump 2.0

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About The Host

Matt Horine is the Head of Reindustrialization & Growth Innovation at Veryable, where he focuses on expanding labor access as a key enabler of U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and domestic production growth.

Prior to joining Veryable, Matt held commercial and operational leadership roles at manufacturing and technology companies. He is also a former Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army and holds a BA in Government from The University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Pepperdine University.

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