Cast Polymer Radio

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Jul 2026

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This podcast is dedicated to the Cast Polymer Industry.

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August 18, 2026Episode 27339 min

This Chemistry Could Transform Thermoset Composites - Interview with Yasmeen S. Alfaraj of NextSet Materials

On this episode, Dr. Yasmeen S. Alfaraj discusses the next generation of thermoset composites. She is the founder and CEO of NextSet Materials , a company developing a new generation of reprocessable thermoset materials. Through NextSet Materials , Yasmeen is addressing one of the composites industry's most persistent challenges: how to recover valuable fibers and other materials from durable thermoset structures that were never designed to be taken apart. The company's technology incorporates cleavable additives into existing resin formulations, creating a controlled pathway for deconstructing the cured polymer and recovering materials for reuse—without requiring manufacturers to completely replace their established processes. We'll be discussing the chemistry behind this technology, its potential applications in aerospace, wind energy, automotive manufacturing and electronics, and what it could mean for the future of truly circular composite materials. You can learn more about the company at https://nextset.net .

July 21, 2026Episode 27149 min

How Business Owners Can Use Claude Code to Save Time and Get More Done

On this episode, Gus Perez of Marble-Lite joins the podcast to share how he's using Claude Code to help run his business. Marble-Lite is our featured manufacturing member in the upcoming Summer issue of Cast Polymer Connection (coming out next week).

June 30, 2026Episode 26925 min

Discussing the Composites Fly-In with Chris Hurdleston

On this episode, Chris Hurdleston joins the show to talk about the 2026 Composites Fly-In up in Washington D.C. Industry leaders had the opportunity to meet directly with Members of Congress, federal agencies, and key decision-makers who influence the policies shaping our industry's future.

June 11, 2026Episode 27017 min

ACMA's Certified Composites Technician Program: What's New and What's Next

On this episode, Kyle Jordan joins the show to share some updates on the ACMA's Certified Composites Technician programs . Kyle is Director of Certifications with the ACMA. He'll be discussing some of the new digital training options launched over the last couple of months, including those for CCT recertification. You can learn more about these CCT training programs by visiting https://acmanet.org/education/certified-composites-technician-program .

May 23, 2026Episode 26925 min

Discussing the Strait of Hormuz Conflict and Supply Chain Disruptions with Dawn Hersey, PhD.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global supply chains—particularly across petrochemicals, resins, and other composite manufacturing materials. Joining the podcast this week is Dawn Hersey, Ph.D ., a combat veteran and subject matter expert in resilience, stability, and conflict. She owns Ferndon Consulting , an Intelligence firm. Her expertise is in international conflict, geopolitical dynamics, and predictive analytics. She works with manufacturers regarding supply chain considerations.

April 30, 2026Episode 26839 min

3D Printing Boundaries - What Additive Manufacturing Can and Can't Do

On this episode, Marty Johnson , VP of Product and Technical Fellow at 3D Systems , joins the show to take a clear-eyed look at additive manufacturing materials—what they can do, what they can't , and what engineers should realistically expect when composites and filled materials enter the 3D-printing conversation.

April 22, 2026Episode 26730 min

What to Post on Social Media When You're Trying to Grow a Real Brand

On this episode, we feature a previous interview with Derek Hill , VP of Syn-Mar Products, Inc . In this interview, Derek shares how he's built a meaningful social media presence for their family-owned business using a smartphone, a $6-per-month editing app, and about an hour a day.

March 28, 2026Episode 26637 min

Interview with Jerry Pilman and Louis Gibson of Artistic Marble

On this episode, we'll play an interview with Jerry Pilman and Louis Gibson, the owners of Artistic Marble in Huntsville Alabama. These two, along with their partner BJ purchased the company over a year ago, and with it inherited more than just manufacturing equipment and a customer list. They gained a team with decades of combined experience and a legacy dating back to 1992, when founder Kenneth Lane first established the company. Their story was featured in the latest issue of Cast Polymer Connection .

March 18, 2026Episode 2651 hr 0 min

How to Tell a Story in an Email…Without Telling a Story

On this episode, copywriter Bill Mueller joins the podcast again to talk about "24 Ways to Tell a Story in an Email Without Telling a Story". Bill has been writing story-based emails and email sequences since 2005. His emails have sold millions in digital and physical products, coaching programs, and more in just about every market. His approach over the years has been simple: People love stories; therefore, use stories to communicate and sell.