Fastener road warriors approach their travels in different ways, but those who listen to the fastener industry's top on-demand radio show will learn what's keeping the financial system afloat, as
Federal Reserve
economist,
Mr. William Strauss
, explains the role and methods of our central bank (73:22). Guest-host,
Bob Baer
, of
, joins the discussion, adding his unique style of thinking to the conversation. On the Fastener News Report,
Mike McNulty
covers several important stories, including a shake up at
Cardinal Fastener
, and yet another large acquisition announcement. He also speaks with new
chairman,
Steve Paddock
, about the biggest challenge facing the industry, and also announces this year's
Soaring Eagle Awards
(43:46). Plus,
Lou Boyd
, of
, reviews the recent
Pac-West
table top and spring meeting and discusses business conditions in the Silicon Valley (21:10). Hosts, Brian and Eric, recount their recent sojourn to central Wisconsin, which was a great place to visit despite the brutally cold temperatures and dearth of good taco stands. Run time: 02:10:39