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Oct. 13, 2011

Episode #33 - Thought Waves

Episode #33 - Thought Waves
Think there are no surprises left in the fastener industry? Think again! Fastener Technology International Magazine editor, Mike McNulty, reports on the stunning "return" of Heads, along with Jason Sandefur, of GlobalFastenerNews.com (24:25). Also, SEFA president, Joanne Bialas, makes an exclusive premier announcement on the direction of her organization, and introduces its new executive director, a well-known industry personality (39:21). 40 year fastener veteran, Lou Boyd, describes the state of domestic manufacturing and more in the Silicon Valley (47:12). Plus, poet, deep thinker and life long fastener man, Charlie Accetta, shares his thoughts on making life changes, and changing geopolitical times (72:24). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas are not surprised by the dearth of free pizza, they're ready to earn theirs. They think the remedy to improved business conditions and successful passage through corn mazes results from the same endeavor. Run time: 01:55:36

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