Slightly Serious Sign Podcast

Hosted by Mike Hull, Tyler Hull, Domingo Tobar

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139

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Oct 2026

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About the show

Join Mike, Tyler, and Domingo as they pull back the curtain on the sign industry with real insider knowledge. Get the scoop on industry happenings, sign shows (the good and the skippable), sign shop stories, musings, and more as they sit down with manufacturers, reps, sign shop owners, and even our competition to talk and learn about sign makers' favorite products, new products, tips and tricks, and everything else under the sun in the biz. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the sign industry, this podcast has something for everyone. Grab your drink of choice, relax, and tune in to this slightly serious but always knowledgeable sign podcast. The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is hosted by Mike Hull, Tyler Hull, and Domingo Tobar and produced, recorded, and edited by Rick Villanueva with sponsorship from Wensco Sign Supply. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign)

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October 19, 2026Episode 13942 min

Midwest Sign and Graphics Show Winners

Ep 139: The boys are back in the Studio (temporarily) to announce the Big Winners from the Midwest Sign and Graphics Show 2026 raffles. Did you win? Find out now. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

October 12, 2026Episode 13835 min

Quality Stakes, Frames, and Stands with Amad Abdullah and Mark Tribout of KW Signs

Ep 138: Live from PrintingUnited Expo 2026, Mike and Tyler sit down with Amad Abdullah and Mark Tribout of KW Signs to talk about building relationships and quality sign materials. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

October 5, 2026Episode 13748 min

PrintingUnited Expo 2026 Recap with Jeff Lucido and Andy Everding of IT Supplies

Ep 137: After 3 Days at the PrintingUnited Expo 2026 in Las Vegas, Jeff Lucido and Andy Everding of IT Supplies join Mike and Tyler in the specially made Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Booth live on the event floor to recap everything they've seen and experienced. The Good. The Bad. Robo Taxis, Flying Candy, and more. It's a Lip-Smacking Good Time. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

September 28, 2026Episode 13634 min

Buy, Wait, or Avoid Entirely: A Guide to Dealing with Shiny New Products

Ep 136: In preparation for Printing United, Tyler and Domingo are giving you tips on how to approach those shiny new products you're seeing at trade shows. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

September 21, 2026Episode 13554 min

Midwest Sign and Graphics Show 2026 Recap

Ep 135: The boys recap the Wensco Midwest Sign and Graphics Show in Cleveland, Detroit, and Grand Rapids. Plus, tips on how to save money on your orders from Wensco. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

September 14, 2026Episode 13437 min

Permits with Mustafa Abdelhamid of PermitPal

Ep 134: Mustafa Abdelhamid of PermitPal joins Tyler and Domingo to talk about every signmaker's favorite thing to do: pulling permits. Ugh, right? Well, Mustafa and PermitPal have a solution for you to get sign code answers in minutes, not hours. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

September 7, 2026Episode 13351 min

SAi Flexi with Mark Rugen of SAi

Ep 133: Mark Rugen of SAi joins Tyler and Domingo to talk about Flexi, the all-in-one design, print, and cut software. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

August 31, 2026Episode 13245 min

Midwest Sign and Graphics Show 2026 Preview

Ep 132: The boys are talking about what to expect at Wensco's Midwest Sign and Graphics Show 2026 in Cleveland, Detroit, and Grand Rapids in September and Quad Cities and Chicago in October. Plus, another hilarious dad joke! Register for Free (plus get entered in the Yeti, Blackstone, and Cornhole Board Raffles) for the Midwest Sign and Graphics Show Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

August 24, 2026Episode 13138 min

Printing United Expo 2026 Preview

Ep 131: Tyler and Domingo talk about what to expect at the upcoming Printing United Expo 2026. How to Add a Cutline Using Roland DG Connect Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...

August 17, 2026Episode 13054 min

2 1/2 Years Later: A Look Back

Ep 130: The boys reflect on 2 1/2 years of the podcast. For this special look back, Tyler came prepared with fun stats and predictions from the past 129 episodes that were both right and wrong. And we learn how much Mike has changed since the first episode. Plus, much more. Get the offer from Geneva Capital: No Payment for 90 Days, Zero Down Check out the featured products: Arlon Products Allanson Products Arlon DPF V9500 G2G Products Metamark "Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group) The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States. Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign) https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast 616.785.3333 W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling) Slightly Serious Sign Podcast Theme Song Courtesy of Joe Morreale © 2025 Joe Morreale The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Wensco Sign Supply. The material and information presented here is for general...