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Direct Connections

Mar 12, 2019 (Apr 2, 2026)

When precision fastener manufacturer and conversationalist, Charlie Kerr, of Kerr Lakeside, crashes onto the scene, the discussion topics carom from

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Opportunity Lost

Feb 14, 2019 (Apr 2, 2026)

Apple says it can’t source the tiny screws it needs from U.S. manufacturers, but some domestic suppliers disagree. Could it

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Wake Up Call

Jan 16, 2019 (Apr 2, 2026)

At first glance, the screw biz can seem a sleepy industry, quietly minding its own business. But when Steve Dunham

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Testers and Jesters

Dec 14, 2018 (Apr 2, 2026)

The fastener industry knows how to laugh, but bolts and nuts are serious business. NFDA president, Kelly Cole clearly grasps

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Episode #134 – Got Zarf?

Nov 17, 2018 (Jan 19, 2026)

The fastener industry reacts to the news and events of this year’s International Fastener Expo, featuring perennial expo observers Jake

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Episode #133 – Failure to Communicate

Oct 24, 2018 (Jan 19, 2026)

The message is clear: What we have here is the latest installment of predominantly fastener-related talk radio, as Solution Industries’

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Episode #132 – Outsiders

Sep 22, 2018 (Jan 19, 2026)

Sometimes an outside perspective is needed to make sense of things. Such is the case as erstwhile fastener journeyman Don

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Episode #131 – Get the Lead Out

Aug 22, 2018 (Jan 19, 2026)

During a 100% lead-free episode of fastener talk radio, industry consultant Carmen Vertullo revisits the topic of Prop 65 in

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Episode #130 – Don’t Be Scared

Jul 25, 2018 (Jan 19, 2026)

Disruptive technology and competition present volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA) to the fastener industry, even as the screw biz

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Episode #129 – Disintermediation

Jun 19, 2018 (Jan 19, 2026)

Should you be concerned about impending changes to California Proposition 65? How can you position your distribution company to thrive

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