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Chips and Tips Podcast#25 Chips, code, and career pivots with Al WhatmoughIn this episode of the Chips and Tips podcast, Tim Paul sits down with Al Whatmough, CEO of Toolpath, to unpack a career shaped by machining, teaching, and building manufacturing software that respects the craft.
Al shares how his early experiences in machine shops, classrooms, and engineering labs influenced his approach to CAM, automation, and leadership. The conversation covers what Toolpath really does, how to explain toolpaths to both machinists and non-machinists, and why productivity gains only matter when they align with how shops actually work.
They also dive into Al’s role in bringing CAM into Fusion, lessons learned fr...
2026-01-012h 44
Buy the NumbersInnovation at the Speed of Trust: Why Real Progress Happens When People Connect, Ep #35Innovation in manufacturing is often framed as a technology problem. Better machines, faster software, smarter automation. But in this episode of Buy the Numbers, the conversation takes a different turn, one that looks past tools and toward the human systems that actually make innovation stick. Mike Payne is joined once again by Al Whatmough, CEO of Toolpath, for a wide-ranging discussion on why innovation truly happens at the speed of communication and why trust, relationships, and shared experiences matter more than ever in an AI-driven world. From AI-powered productivity to the limitations of traditional trade shows, Al...
2025-12-1832 min
The Last Word on Newcastle Fans TVHuddersfield Town 6-2 Newcastle United U21That was a wild one at the Accu Stadium 😮. Huddersfield Town absolutely tore through Newcastle United U21s with a 6–2 win in the EFL Trophy group stage on 2 September 2025.Here’s how it unfolded:⚽ Scoring BreakdownHuddersfield goals:Jack Whatmough (8′)Marcus Harness (13′, penalty)Leo Castledine (45+4′)Joe Taylor (47′, 51′)Charlie McArthur (52′, own goal)Newcastle U21 goals:Sean Neave (45+3′, deflected)Dylan Charlton (76′)🔥 Key HighlightsHuddersfield made eight changes from their previous match, but still came out flying.Joe Taylor was electric—two goals and constant pressure.Castledine was involved in everything: won a penalty, scored, and assisted...
2025-09-0314 min
Still Smiling: A Huddersfield Town PodcastGerrit Forrad: Whatmough Do You Want?Welcome back to Gerrit Forrad, the preview and review show on the Still Smiling platform.Flatmates Pat Moore and Adam Gearing chat on Sunday evening about Town's 2-0 win at Reading and preview the Carabao Cup first round fixture against Leicester City at the Accu Stadium on Wednesday.A reminder that our listener survey is now available, and if you provide your details in the form, one random winner will receive a free Christopher Schindler t-shirt. It takes less than five minutes and would really help us out: https://docs.google.com/forms...
2025-08-1033 min
The Huddersfield Town PodcastAustrian Adventures - The Huddersfield Town Podcast Social - Episode 90The season's getting closer and THTP's Andy been to Austria to see Town take on Young Boys and Greuther Fürth. This week's Social therapy goes over the past week's action in Austria and also games against Barrow and at Lincoln (in the new Yorkshire green Hey Dude shirts), whilst also looking at the sale of Brodie Spencer, and the arrival from Preston of Jack Whatmough and Stoke's Lynden Gooch, and also on the incoming signing Alfie May! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-221h 25
Preston North End WeeklyOffiah arrives, Whatmough leaves and pre-season startsGeorge and Adam are back to discuss another signing, the away kit, sale of Jack Whatmough and more!Bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/PrestonNorthEndWeeklyGot a question, or request? Get in touch pneweekly@gmail.comIntro: '23' - Tuesday Night Whites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-1130 min
North End PodcastPNE Daily Radio | 7th July 2025: PNE Sign Odel Offiah & Huddersfield interested in Whatmough & PottsAD-FREE - www.patreon.com/northendpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-0720 min
Advanced Manufacturing NowReimagining CAD/CAM with Toolpath AIEditor-in-Chief Steve Plumb sits down with Al Whatmough, CEO of Toolpath Labs, to explore the potential of AI in manufacturing. Drawing from his experiences as a machinist, high school teacher and former Autodesk executive, Whatmough shares his thoughts on bridging the gap between design and production, creating a more connected, efficient manufacturing ecosystem through intelligent automation.
2025-07-0137 min
Lights Out: Technology and Automation Podcast by MakingChipsThe AI Revolution: Rethinking Automation with Al WhatmoughIn this episode of Lights Out, we're joined by a true innovator in the manufacturing space, Al Whatmough, CEO of Toolpath. Al brings a wealth of experience from his time at Autodesk and his leadership at Toolpath, where he's driving the next wave of automation in CNC machining. Together, we dive into the revolutionary role that AI is playing in reshaping manufacturing operations, offering fresh perspectives on how automation can enhance productivity and streamline processes on the shop floor. Throughout the conversation, Al unpacks the exciting developments at Toolpath, including their acquisition of Chatter, a key technology...
2025-02-2638 min
Parts DepartmentDon't tell NotionJem and Justin chat shop, managing the endless stream of emails, building AI agents for everything from Profit First to Therapy and everything in between, Jem has been a naughty boy and Toolpath has bought Chatter!Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a Topic - New voice message optionInbox Zero - celebrate or be fearful? ꘎Could an AI agent help to manage Profit First?PF home accounts out of hand, lawyers say never split up ꘎Workflowy ꘎Workflow apps, Gemini daily driver ꘎Cursor INDUSTRY NEWS:Toolpath buys ChatterAl Whatmough on Within ToleranceDus...
2025-02-2557 min
Rapid Fire ManufacturingCNC Connected: Al Whatmough on AI, IoT, and the Future of Manufacturing
In this conversation, David Turner interviews Al Whatmough, an expert in CNC machining and automation. They discuss the future trends in manufacturing, particularly the impact of AI and IoT, and how these technologies can be implemented to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality. Al emphasizes the importance of connecting solved problems in manufacturing and focusing on process reliability. The conversation also touches on the challenges of automation and the evolving nature of manufacturing processes.
The next big trend in manufacturing is connecting solved problems.
AI and IoT have created opportunities for improved efficiency.
Focus on process reliability over speed...
2025-01-0708 min
Sky Sports Premier League PodcastOne on One | Preston’s Whatmough on overcoming addiction“There’s so many highs and lows in football that you don’t take the highs too high and the lows, you can’t let them affect you”. In an exclusive interview for One on One, Preston defender Jack Whatmough talks openly and honestly about dealing with injury as a young player and overcoming alcohol and gambling addiction. Jack was able to find the help he needed thanks to the Professional Footballers’ Association and we’re also joined by former Manchester City player, Jeff Whitley, from the PFA’s Wellbeing team. If you’ve been affected by any...
2024-12-1926 min
One on One from Sky SportsPreston’s Whatmough on overcoming addiction“There’s so many highs and lows in football that you don’t take the highs too high and the lows, you can’t let them affect you”. In an exclusive interview for One on One, Preston defender Jack Whatmough talks openly and honestly about dealing with injury as a young player and overcoming alcohol and gambling addiction. Jack was able to find the help he needed thanks to the Professional Footballers’ Association and we’re also joined by former Manchester City player, Jeff Whitley, from the PFA’s Wellbeing team.If you’ve been affected by any...
2024-12-1926 min
Making Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersAutomation Begins Before Machining with Toolpath Part IIIn this episode of MakingChips, Al Whatmough explores how AI and automation are transforming the manufacturing industry—not by replacing people, but by empowering them to focus on higher-value work. Al shares insights from IMTS and introduces the concept of Human-Aided Manufacturing (HAM), where AI handles routine tasks, freeing machinists to make smarter decisions. They also discuss shifting compensation models toward productivity-based metrics and how automation unlocks new growth opportunities. Tune in to learn how embracing AI can set your team free to innovate and thrive. Segments [1:19] Learn more about Toolpath and their...
2024-10-1822 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersAutomation Begins Before Machining with Toolpath, Part 1How does a machinist from Canada end up leading a California tech startup? In Episode #432 of MakingChips, Al Whatmough shares his unique journey—from the shop floor to becoming the CEO of Toolpath, a company dedicated to improving machining through smart software solutions. Al's path is shaped by personal challenges, faith, and a passion for building—whether it's with tools, people, or technology. Now at Toolpath, he's focused on empowering machinists by eliminating repetitive programming tasks, so they can focus on more meaningful work. Tune in to hear how Toolpath's innovative approach is changing the futur...
2024-10-1525 min
Within ToleranceWithin Tolerance Episode 235 - IMTS 2024 Special EpisodeIMTS 2024 is a wrap and I was lucky enough to be able to record every day while there! Join Zap and I as we catch up every morning and are joined by a crew of past and future guests from the show. Big thanks to Chris Zappettini, Graham Francis, Al Whatmough, Jeff Tiedeken, Austin Roche, Yuto Matsuura, Jay Pierson, Andrew Henry, John Saunders, and James Meyette for joining me! An equally big thanks to the Toolpath team for hosting us, and the DSI team for outfitting the booth.
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2024-09-202h 52
The Football Hour - Express FMGoing Pro - Monday 3rd JuneThe news of the Pompey Women turning professional this summer is discussed by Jake Smith, Matt Drabble and director Eric Coleborn.
Head coach Jay Sadler also provides his thoughts exclusively to Express FM as the panel also talk about the women’s retained list and the announcement of the first wave of men’s pre-season friendlies, as well as listen back to Dave Joyce’s interview with former Blues defender Jack Whatmough.
2024-06-0354 min
Business of Machining#372 Do I need a "reset"?TOPICS: Do I need a "reset"? Al Whatmough and Carl Bass leadership skills Grimsmo prepping for blade show Hardness testing UMC350 5 axis machine
2024-05-2448 minParts DepartmentKeep it Spicy SiriJustin and Jem try to remember how this works almost 100 episodes in. New ChatGPT is Jem's design assistant and Justin has launched a new range of CNC tooling! If only Siri would whip us into shape, we'd get so much more done.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeBleeding out over dinner ChatGPT 4o accessAll of the knowledge, what to ask?Australian Standards design helpAlexei Sayle Clip800 Loom videos later... now with AISpark MailThree month productivity cycle - note taking attritionWhere do you do product pricing?Numi AppPDX CNC Tooli...
2024-05-2050 min
Within ToleranceWithin Tolerance Episode 225 - Al Whatmough of Toolpath LabsI am incredibly excited to have Al Whatmough back this week to discuss his recent move over to Toolpath Labs as CEO! Al and I talk about making the decision to leave Autodesk, how to successfully enter a new team, improving machinist productivity, and more!
Check out Al's IG @al.whatmough
and Toolpath Labs @toolpathlabs or https://www.toolpath.com/
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2024-05-171h 00Business of Machining#367 Saunders yard sale open houseTOPICS: Saunders yard sale open house Wall control (pegboard) Drill press upgrades SMW puck chucks and fixture plates Willemin calibration procedure Probe tips Al Whatmough
2024-04-1949 min
MAVGEEKS: A Military Aircraft ObsessionDuxford for DummiesGini takes us back to this year's Duxford Air Show, where she saw the Vampire, the Bristol Blenheim and the fully electric Pipistrel Velis. Listen in as she chats to Master Sergeant Jeremy Hall of the 351st Air Refuelling Squadron, pilot Sam Whatmough, Bristol Blenheim restorer John "Smudge" Smith and Wing Commander Martin "Tin Tin" Tesli of the Norwegian Air Force. Meanwhile, Jamie reminisces about a flight he once took with a popstar!
2023-10-0327 min
MAVGEEKS: A Military Aircraft ObsessionDuxford for DummiesGini takes us back to this year's Duxford Air Show, where she saw the Vampire, the Bristol Blenheim and the fully electric Pipistrel Velis. Listen in as she chats to Master Sergeant Jeremy Hall of the 351st Air Refuelling Squadron, pilot Sam Whatmough, Bristol Blenheim restorer John "Smudge" Smith and Wing Commander Martin "Tin Tin" Tesli of the Norwegian Air Force. Meanwhile, Jamie reminisces about a flight he once took with a popstar!
2023-10-0327 min
Progress With Unity PodcastPWU Latics Podcast - Derby PreviewSend us a textEnd Of PreseasonTranmere & MorecambeKell Watts6 LeadersMaloney on the RadioJack WhatmoughLeague 1 Season PreviewFavouritesOur ChoicesDerby PreviewView From The Home EndRef WatchPreviousPredictionsThe opening weekend comes round quick, so pleased that we are here and looking forwaard to an exciting seasonUp the tics!Contact PWU Podcast Tweet us @PWUPodcast or @WorthingtonBaz email barryworthington@hotmail.com Catch us at the game Editor & Producer - Barry Worthington
2023-08-0229 min
Central Wigan PodcastWHATMOUGH CAN YOU ASK FOR THAN THAT? // Wigan Athletic 1 - 0 Huddersfield Town // Episode EighteenWigan Athletic sink fellow relegation zone strugglers, Huddersfield Town, in the 82nd minute with a Jack Whatmough header that secures a vital three points in our push for safety. What an afternoon in the Sky Bet Championship!____________________________________________Central Wigan SocialsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CentralWiganSubstack: https://centralwigan.substack.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KVMJXXfwAl6OgjT9v4BXs?si=2a842382f0db4d04
2023-02-1214 min
Radio GA - GAWhatmough Über AllesSašo Hribar, Tilen Artač, Jure Mastnak, Nejc Mravlja, Valentina Plaskan, Aleksander Pozvek in Marko Cirman, strokovnjaki za nepredvidljiva presenečenja, se vsak petek vračajo v studio Prvega. Neugnani, nepredvidljivi, neizprosni, neodvisni in neponovljivo izvirni satiriki in imitatorji vam dajejo priložnost za kritičen in vedno aktualen skok v konec tedna. V petek po 10.00 na Prvem.
2022-11-1853 min
Within ToleranceWithin Tolerance Episode 160 - Al Whatmough of AutodeskIf you've ever wondered what its like to get all of Autodesk's numerous manufacturing offerings to work together, Al Whatmough might be able to share some insight. Dylan is joined this week by Al Whatmough, Director of Product Management - Manufacturing at Autodesk. Al shares his origins in manufacturing, finding opportunity amid acquisitions, and learning to help teams with competing philosophies come together.
You can find Al on IG @al.whatmough
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2022-09-2356 minProgress With Unity PodcastOWU Latics Podcast - PNE ReactionSend us a textAnd We Are OffPreston ReactionRed Card & Break DancingAmos Double SaveWhatmough InjuryPerformancesStatsMotMLoan WatchGMPContact PWU Podcast Tweet us @PWUPodcast or @WorthingtonBaz email barryworthington@hotmail.com Catch us at the game Editor & Producer - Barry Worthington©Progress With Unity Podcast
2022-07-3117 minProgress With Unity PodcastPWU Latics Podcast - Pompey PreviewSend us a textPlymouth ReactionGoalsChancesRefOne Point To GoMotMPortsmouth PreviewView From The Home EndRef WatchPrevious & FormPredictionsThe last home game of the season, hoping for a grand finale to a glorious campaign, but we are Wigan Athletic and we just love to do things a little differently, none of the easy stuff here.A draw against Plymouth was perhaps always on the cards, carrying rubber stamping of promotion over to Tuesday evening down on the South Coast at Portsmouth, we do have a few connections...
2022-04-2427 minProgress With Unity PodcastPWU Latics Podcast - POTS SpecialSend us a textDubaiHot WorkRecuperationRevitalisationInternationalsRep IrelandNorthern IrelandJosh Magennis - James McClean - Will KeanePWU Player of the Season LaunchFans CompilationPanel CitationSo who is your choice as Wigan Athletic player if the 2022 season? Personally I feel that this season is one of the most difficult that there has been to single out just one player, such has been the level of consistency across the whole of the squad. There is also t...
2022-03-2726 minProgress With Unity PodcastPWU Latics Podcast - Morecambe PreviewSend us a textDoncaster ReactionGoalsDeep Sea DiversTowelsPie Peas and ChipsMorecambe PreviewView From The Home EndRef WatchHistoryPredictionsAnother away day, another victory, Saturday at Doncaster ticked all the boxes, we even witnessed an Omar Bogle goal.Jack Whatmough & Kell Watts were outstanding for the Latics, Max Power and Will Keane on the score sheet, 3 points coming back home with us. We play Morecambe on Tuesday in a competitive game for the first time since 1978, we had some great tussles in our non-league days and i...
2022-01-1628 minProgress With Unity PodcastPWU Podcast - Jack Whatmough Interview and Donny PreviewSend us a textDoncaster PreviewView From The Home EndRef WatchPrevious MeetingsPredictionsJack Whatmough InterviewWigan Athletic number 5, Jack Whatmough joins us for a chat. Jack lifts the lid on why he came to the Latics in the summer, which player from the current squad he feels will go all the way to the top and why, in his opinion, pineapple should never go on a pizza. The summer recruit has started every League 1 game so far this season, his performances have been excellent every ti...
2022-01-1243 minProgress With Unity PodcastPWU Latics Podcast - Wolves Pizza PreviewSend us a textPompeyLangyPenalty AppealsJimmy MacOutstanding WhatmoughDuck TalesTransfer NewsIncomingWolvesRefWhat's On Your Pizza?PredictionsContact PWU Podcast Tweet us @PWUPodcast or @WorthingtonBaz email barryworthington@hotmail.com Catch us at the game Editor & Producer - Barry Worthington©Progress With Unity Podcast
2021-08-2919 min
Wise Men Say - A Hull City PodcastWhatmough could you want?In this episode, Jon and Alex are joined by James, who runs the 'TigerTubePlayer' YouTube channel. We also cover letter 'R' of the Hull City Alphabet. The lads discuss 4 points from two games and a league then cup run up in the coming week.
2021-01-291h 00
The Leaders Council PodcastIn Conversation: Andy Whatmough Andy Whatmough is the managing director at S&G Response, a solutions provider to intermediaries and stakeholders in the motor supply chain including insurers, motor manufacturers and self-insured corporates.
2020-06-1200 min
The Digital Fabrication Experiment PodcastEp. 029 - Autodesk Fusion 360 Academy Portland RecapThe DFX team is back from Portland and Chris Lee joins us for a recap of Autodesk’s Fusion 360 Academy. We met a few DFX listeners and a whole Marvel Universe of our favorite Instamachinist super heroes. We talk about all the good stuff coming to Fusion later this year and in 2020.
Links
Matsuura custom fixture developed using Generative Design in Fusion 360 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9-BoJnXM8A
Chris Lee (@chrislee.design on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/chrislee.design/
AvidCNC (@avidcnc on IG) - https://ww...
2019-08-191h 23
Digital Download with Paul Sutton[S3 E10] Where Digital PR is Headed in 2019Every year the PRCA Digital PR report throws up some unexpected findings from the world of digital communications, and this year is no different. Among the headlines are that although PR teams are controlling more social and digital media activity, they're less confident in measuring it!
In this episode of the Digital Download podcast I talk to Danny Whatmough, Chair of the PRCA Digital Group and MD for Integrated Media at Weber Shandwick, about some of the findings and what the implications are for the public relations industry in 2019. We also talk about his new book, Digital PR, which is...
2018-11-2128 min
The Digital Fabrication Experiment PodcastEp. 011 - Autodesk University 2018 RoundtableJoin us for this AU2018 Roundtable with special guests Al Whatmough from Autodesk, Marvin Groeb from Kern Microtechnik and Dann Demazure from Datron Dynamics as we discuss what's in store for Autodesk Fusion360, generative design, and other Autodesk manufacturing tools, the factory of the future and the story behind the crazy Datron longboard. All on this episode of The Digital Fabrication Experiment recorded on site at AU2018.
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Al Whatmough, Autodesk - @awhatmough on IG - https://www.instagram.com/awhatmough
Dann Demazure, Datron Dynamics - @igsdann on IG - https://www.instagram.com/igsdann
2018-11-1730 min
Gardeners' CornerSummer Phone-InDavid Maxwell is joined by Brendan Little and Ann Fitzsimons for seasonal phone-in. They'll be taking calls, texts and offering some seasonal gardening inspiration. You can call on 03030 805555 or text 81771 and standard network charges apply. David also meets a couple who have transformed their garden in Dungannon over three decades and Jo Whatmough describes the array of duneland flowers that can be found at Murlough beach.
2018-07-0741 min
The PRovoke Media PodcastWhat does the 'PR agency of the future' look like?Weber Shandwick EMEA digital consumer head Danny Whatmough joins the Echo Chamber to discuss the PRCA's 'agency of the future' research, which has uncovered a number of key characteristics for firms hoping to thrive in the new media landscape.
2014-10-1234 min
themaltedmuse podcastThe Wee Dram Whisky Fest 2010Whisky, whisky, whisky and even some whiskey – It’s the 2010 Wee Dram Fest and this episode is the first part of some interviews. This episode includes Adrian Murray from the Wee Dram, Peter MacKay from the Scottish Liqueur Centre, John Black from Tullibardine, David Doig from Fettercairn, Ronnie Routledge from Glenglassaugh, Iain Scott from Springbank and Mike Whatmough for Arran.
2010-10-2637 min