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261: The New Era of Online Search: How AI Is Reshaping SEO From the Ground Up

Artificial Intelligence is changing how online content is discovered and presented through AI-powered search. On this episode, copywriter Scott McKelvey joins us to talk about creating content that shows up in AI-generated answers, summaries, and overviews. You can learn more about Scott and read some of his work by visiting https://www.scottmckelvey.com.

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260: Solving the Toughest Adhesive Problems – Interview with Rob Glenn of Forza

On this episode, Rob Glenn of Forza joins the show. In business since 1979, Forza is a family-owned adhesive, sealant & specialty tape manufacturer based in the US. They supply the global industry with superior, high-performing, customized products. You can learn more by visiting https://forzabuilt.com.  Cast Polymer Connection Fall 2025 Issue The Fall 2025 issue of Cast Polymer Connection is out….

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257: Previewing CAMX 2025 with Cindy Squires & Rebekah Stacha

On this episode, Cindy Squires and Rebekah Stacha join the show to discuss CAMX 2025, taking place in just over a week in sunny Orlando, FL (September 8-11). CAMX is the largest, most comprehensive composites and advanced materials event in North America. It offers a robust education program and an expansive exhibit hall with hundreds of manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. You can still…

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245: Interview with Louisa Lewandowski and Kim Heinzen of American Bluegrass Marble

On this episode of Cast Polymer Radio, we feature an interview with Louisa Lewandowski and Kim Heinzen. They are the new owners of American Bluegrass Marble, a family-owned and operated business since 1978. Louisa and Kim bought the business back in June of 2024 and will share what attracted them to this kind of company….

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243: How Will the New Administration in 2025 Impact Our Industry?

On this episode, Dan Neumann of the ACMA joins us again for our final podcast of 2024. We’ll discuss the effect of the incoming administration’s policies on cast polymer and composite manufacturers in the US.  Listeners who want to stay up to date with regulations and other policy concerns, and are not a member of the ACMA…

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242: Interview with Darren Suggs, This Year’s Royce Newsom Pioneer Award Winner

This episode features an interview with Darren Suggs, co-owner of Marble Masters. Darren was this year’s Royce Newsom Pioneer Award Winner, becoming the 9th recipient of this honor. He and his brother purchased their business during the summer of 1980 and have been at it ever since.

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241: Black Sheep Ideas to Make Sales Effortless – Interview with Aleasha Bahr

On this episode, we feature an interview with Aleasha Bahr. She is the founder of the Black Sheep Sales Method™ and hosts a podcast called Sales is NOT a Dirty Word. Aleasha has over 15 years of experience customizing sales strategies to your personality, audience, and service. Her methods empower business owners to effortlessly convert up to 80%…

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240: Discussing AI with Futurist, and Technology Strategist Maurice Conti

On this episode, I feature an interview with Maurice Conti. He is among the architects of cutting-edge emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, immersive reality (AR/VR/XR), advanced robotics and manufacturing, and technology for sustainability.  Maurice was also the keynote speaker at CAMX 2024 this year. 

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238: Interview with Karl Wadensten of VIBCO Vibrators

On this epsiode, Karl Wadensten joins me to discuss lean manufacturing and the “science of vibration”. Karl is the president and CEO of VIBCO Vibrators with offices in Rhode Island and Canada, and licensors in the United Kingdom and Australia. VIBCO serves over 360,000 customers worldwide. Karl was also our keynote speaker at POLYCON 2024. 

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237: Discussing Magnum Venus Product’s New Automated Spray Technology

On this episode, Drew Simmons of Magnum Venus Products (MVP) discusses their latest automated spray technology. It’s not your typical robot. There is no programming required! This technology is designed to simplify the automation process. You can learn more about it at https://www.mvpind.com/product/self-learning-robotic-system. 

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