Shows
Slightly Serious Sign Podcast2026 Sign & Graphics Shows to AttendEp 101: Tyler and Domingo talk the top Sign & Graphic shows, events, and classes to attend this year.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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-podcast616.785.3333 ...
2026-01-2633 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastLooking Ahead with Judy NelsonEp 99: Judy Nelson, Owner/CEO of Wensco, and the boys talk 2025 successes, where they fell short, what could be improved, and what's to come as Wensco looks ahead to 2026.Domingo Takes the Polar Bear PlungeEpisode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EST Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2026-01-1241 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastResolutionsEp 98: The boys make resolutions for the New Year and Domingo has been chosen by you to take the Polar Bear Plunge.Domingo Takes the Polar Bear Plunge VideoEpisode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2026-01-0534 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSumma Cutters with Brad Bies of SummaEp 96: Brad Bies of Summa stopped by after Grand Rapids Demo Day '25 to talk about Summa cutters, drag knife technology vs tangential knife technology, and disco light shows. What!!?Episode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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
2025-12-2245 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastHP Latex with John Stevens of HPEp 95: The boys travel to the HP Graphics Experience Center in Alpharetta, Georgia to talk with John Stevens of HP about Latex Printers.Episode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-12-1555 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWhat We've Been Up ToEp 94: Fun with A.I., Thanksgiving recap, the premiere of the first video of Wensco's 12 Days of Christmas Sale, and more.Episode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-12-0838 minSlightly Serious Sign Podcast12 Days of Xmas '25 PreviewEp 93: Tyler and Domingo sit down to rehash Thanksgiving Dinner and ask the question, do people even really like turkey? They also drop the 12 Days of Christmas Sale items and implore you to take advantage of the Cyber Monday Sale (12/1/25).Episode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-12-0135 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWholesale Sign Production with Gene Hamzhie and James Hamzhie of FireSprintEp 92: Tyler takes a roadtrip to Omaha, Nebraska to chat with Gene Hamzhie and James Hamzhie of FireSprint right there on the FireSprint production floor. Gene and James take you on a print journey that began in the basement and scaled to a wholesale print business very quickly. Plus a motto to live by: D.F.I.U.FireSprint WebsiteFireSprint YouTubeEmail GeneEmail JamesEpisode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"...
2025-11-2443 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastApplication Tape with Tim Shake of ABI Tape (American Biltrite, Inc.)Ep 91: Tim Shake of TransferRite/ABI Tape (American Biltrite, Inc.) fresh off his pickleball win against the Hull brothers - yes, Tayton "Tater" Hull is here too - stops by to talk application tape do's and don'ts. Watch the Full Video: Paper or Plastic Tape? Easy Window Graphics Wet Application!: https://youtube.com/shorts/U8vMF9b8O2k?feature=shareEpisode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions here: http://www.wensco.com/qandaCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the...
2025-11-1757 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastElectrify Your Sign ⚡ with Alan Nicholson of Electro-Matic VisualEp 90: Does Digital Signage baffle you? Do you think, yeah it looks great and would totally help scale my business, but you have reservations? Well, today's your lucky day. Alan Nicholson of Electro-Matic Visual is here to demystify digital signage and show you how it's not as scary as it seems. And how you can sell it to your customers!Get in touch with Alan NicholsonElectro-Matic Visual websiteEmail: ajnicholson@electro-matic.comx: @em_displaysFacebook: @electromaticvisualInstagram: @em_visualEpisode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT ...
2025-11-101h 01Slightly Serious Sign PodcastPrinting United '25 Recap or: Do Distributors do Tradeshows Anymore?Ep 89: Do Distributors do Tradeshows Anymore? That's the question the boys are kicking around today after Mike went to Printing United recently. Also, surprise pickleball rematches, gripes, and eating too much when you're on the road.Episode 100 Live Q&A January 19th 10 am EDT Submit your questions hereCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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.
2025-11-0355 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastCheaper isn't Always CheaperEp 88: Beware, those lower prices some sign supply distributors are telling you might not be what they seem. Tyler and Domingo break down what's behind those "prices" and why cheaper isn't always cheaper. Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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 o...
2025-10-2750 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastPrice Shoppers with Tim Horvath of HD FiveEp 87: Tim Horvath of HD Five returns to talk about building a quote for your potential customers - aka dealing with price shoppers. Also, pet peeves, racing, and more.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-10-201h 07Slightly Serious Sign PodcastHappy, Happy, Happy! with Desmond Damoth and Yolanda CainEp 86: Desmond Damoth (Customer Service Manager) and Yolanda Cain (Inside Sales) get tricked into being on the podcast today (they secretly wanted to be on) to talk about how much more caring people are for their customers when they themselves are cared for and treated well at their job.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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.
2025-10-1340 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWinners with Tony WalkonsEp 85: Tony Walkons is back to help the boys announce the winners of the Wensco Open House raffles for Quad Cities, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and Grand Rapids. A lucky few will be taking home $500 in Wensco Credit, a Yeti Cooler, or a Blackstone Griddle. See if you won. Didn't make it? Listen anyway, it's fun!Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-10-0654 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastMake Good Choices with Jay Kroll of General FormulationsEp 84: Mikey returns, Tyler and Domingo win an award, and Jay Kroll of General Formulations stops by to talk about how important it is to make good choices in the work that you do.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-09-291h 04Slightly Serious Sign PodcastGot Power?Ep 83: Tyler and Domingo, fresh off an Open House (where some things went not so smoothly) are using their experience to stress the importance of a good checklist when considering new printing equipment in your shop.Wensco Open Houses Fall 2025Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-09-2238 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastThe Art of W.A.R.Ep 82: W.A.R. is here. The boys introduce the brand new Wensco Automotive Restyling website - and we know you're gonna love it - and talk about the upcoming Wensco Open Houses and how they differ from all the rest.W.A.R. (Wensco Automotive Restyling)Wensco Open Houses Fall 2025Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-09-1548 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastHigh Speed Printing and More with Joe Morreale of Roland DGEp 81: 3 Joe Morreale of Roland DG returns to talk about Roland's brand new high speed printers, Tyler recaps GPX (GraphicsPro Expo) Long Beach and Wrapscon, plus bachelor party mishaps, and a brand new theme song written and recorded by Joe Morreale. Thanks, Joe!Wensco Open Houses Fall 2025Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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.
2025-09-081h 01Slightly Serious Sign PodcastHow to Scale Your Business with Austin Smith of Paint is Dead/PROSERIESEp 80: Tyler is coming at you from GPX (Graphics Pro Expo) Long Beach with Austin Smith of Paint is Dead and PROSERIES to talk about ways to scale your business.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark ProductsWensco Open Houses Fall 2025"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.
2025-09-0130 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastGen X Trivia/Equipment with Tristan HullEp 79: Mike, convinced that Generation X is the best generation, made a Gen X quiz for Tyler, Domingo, and Tristan. Who will win? Also, they announce a new vendor, talk equipment (printers, cutters, Rollover Table, etc), and talk about the upcoming Wensco Open Houses for Fall 2025 in Quad Cities, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and Grand Rapids.Wensco Open Houses 2025Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG...
2025-08-2552 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastLive Q&A 3: Big AnnouncementsEp 78: Tyler, Mike, and Domingo to celebrate the One and a Half Year Anniversary of the Slightly Serious Sign Podcast! We have a few big announcements about some changes at Wensco in the last 6 months that we cannot wait to talk about! The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now t...
2025-08-181h 23Slightly Serious Sign PodcastMake ContentEp 77: Crickets, tumbleweeds, and Tyler today. Yup, Tyler is flying solo for this episode to talk about why it's crucial that you make consumable content for your business.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"...
2025-08-1123 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastTop 5 Mistakes Sign Shops MakeEp 76: The boys are going back to the beginning. Like episode 1, it's just Mike and Tyler. Cue Grover Washington Jr's "Just the Two of Us." This time, they're giving you their personal Top 5 Mistakes they see Sign Shops Make and how you can avoid them.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500: https://www.wensco.com/itemdetail/DPFV950054150102Nekoosa NextBond: https://www.wensco.com/products/search/nextbondNekoosa RTape: https://www.wensco.com/catsearch/586/application-tapeMetaMark Products: https://www.wensco.com/catsearch/581/metamark"Your podcast is the best podcast in...
2025-08-0446 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastBe Nice. Work Hard. Get Connected. with Frankie and Joey Markasovic of Graphic Image CorporationEp 75: Frankie and Joey Markasovic of Graphic Image Corporation join the boys to talk about what it takes for a sign shop to get business, keep business, and stay busy. Some great takeaways here for all you fellow sign shop owners.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.
2025-07-281h 08Slightly Serious Sign PodcastPartnerships with Scott Cutcher of Kor Visual GroupEp 74: Scott Cutcher of Kor Visual Group stopped by to help derail this episode before it even got started. Lotta laughs here. On the (slightly) serious side, Scott and the boys talk what makes a fair and successful partnership, warranties, and guarantees.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.
2025-07-211h 02Slightly Serious Sign PodcastThat's Good Business with Guy Robichaud and Don "The Donfather" Long of LaminacorrEp 73: Guy Robichaud and Don "The Donfather" Long of Laminacorr sit down with the boys to talk about what makes a business a good business, one that's doing good business for both you and those you serve.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500 Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.Check out the...
2025-07-1443 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastBond Baby Bond with Rod Fleming of IPS AdhesivesScrews shaking loose causing your signs to fail? Welding got you down? Has to be a better way, right? There is. Rod Fleming of IPS Adhesives is here to tell you about the benefits of using adhesives in your sign builds.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.
2025-07-071h 03Slightly Serious Sign PodcastWhy the ISA Matters with Matt Smith of G2G LightingEp 71: Matt Smith of G2G Lighting breaks down the benefits of joining the ISA (International Sign Association). From industry advocacy and cutting-edge training to networking opportunities and business growth support, discover how the ISA empowers sign professionals to thrive in a competitive market. Also, a challenge is issued.Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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...
2025-06-3057 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWhiter. Brighter. Cheaper., Pt. 2 with Sky Chen and Doug Driscoll of G2G LightingEp 70: Sky Chen and Doug Driscoll of G2G Lighting illuminate us on what goes into producing the G2G and United LED's and what sets them apart from the rest. Also, a big announcement and the return of the Doug Pillow.My Doug PillowCheck out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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...
2025-06-2354 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastBecoming a Wrapper with Kristin Lanzarone of WrapStar ProEp 69: Kristin Lanzarone of WrapStar Pro and our Wrap Trainer for the Wensco x Arlon 3 Day Wrap Class talks with the boys about her wrap journey from the beginning to becoming a trainer and business owner. Lots of great pearls of wisdom in this one. Wensco x Arlon 3 Day Wrap Class InfoCheck out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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...
2025-06-1650 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastChallenges in the Sign Industry with Judy NelsonEp 68: Judy Nelson is back to help break down some of the challenges the sign industry is facing right now. Also, Mike gets real low, ways to spend a $500 gift card (send in your suggestions to podcast@wensco.com), corndogs: make your own in an air fryer or buy them at the gas station, and the big question, does a person's handwriting immediately become illegible once they become a doctor. All this and more.Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"Your podcast is the best podcast in...
2025-06-0956 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastGoodbye VanguardEp 67: The boys discuss even more shakeups in the sign industry and what you should be aware when it comes to servicing any future equipment purchases.Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is...
2025-06-021h 01Slightly Serious Sign PodcastMutoh and Small Format Printing with Tony Simmering of MutohEp 66: Live from the ISA Sign Expo 2025 in Las Vegas, Tony Simmering of Mutoh (not Chuck Dicillo from Arlon) is talking with the boys about small format printers.Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best...
2025-05-2639 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastAll Things ACM with Matt Hertz and Trevor Costley of AlumanateEp 65: Live from the ISA Sign Expo 2025 in Las Vegas, Matt Hertz and Trevor Costley of Alumanate swing by to talk about, you guessed it, all things Aluminum Composite Material (ACM).Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast...
2025-05-1941 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastCut It! with Steve Sheetz of Safety SpeedEp 64: Live from the ISA Sign Expo 2025 in Las Vegas, Steve Sheetz of Safety Speed talks with Mike and Tyler about all things cutters. And how, somehow, we always manage to destroy our Safety Speed products. But they still work!Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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...
2025-05-1237 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastISA Recap with Andy Everding and Jeff Lucido of IT SuppliesEp 63: Live from Las Vegas, the boys are joined by Andy Everding and Jeff Lucido of IT Supplies to give you a recap of the ISA Sign Expo 2025. This one goes off the rails fast. Enjoy with pink salt water taffy.Check out the featured products:Nekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.Check out the...
2025-05-0543 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastDealing with Tariffs with Bob NachtegallEp 62: Bob Nachtegall returns for another Tariffic episode. Hilarious right? All puns aside, the boys discuss how tariffs are affecting the sign industry right now (and in the future) and how you can make the best of the situation. Episode 62, now with even more hugging, hot dogs, and sushi!Check out the featured products:Vanguard Printers & AccessoriesNekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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...
2025-04-281h 03Slightly Serious Sign PodcastFamily Business, Pt. 2: The Race with Tayton and Tristan HullEp 61: Tayton and Tristan Hull are back. And, this is the one Mike's been talking about doing. It's finally here, the Hull Family Race for Mike's 50th Birthday.Who won and by how much? The Hull boys break down the race's outcome and talk more about what it's like working together.You gotta watch this one. And, as a special bonus, we've included the race in FULL so you can see exactly what the boys are talking about.Bonus: Watch the Race to see what they're talking about!Check out the...
2025-04-2150 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSigns!!! with Carley Affholter of Signarama Troy National BrandingEp 60: Carley Affholter of Signarama Troy National Branding talks with the boys about good signs, bad signs, visibility, goofups and learning from them, and sign production management.Check out the featured productsVanguard Printers & AccessoriesNekoosa NextBondNekoosa RTapeMetaMark Products"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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your...
2025-04-1445 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastThe Future of Wensco with Tristan HullEp 59: The boys sit down to talk about the future of Wensco and why it's so important for us to continue to give you choices and service."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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious...
2025-04-071h 00Slightly Serious Sign PodcastCustomer Service with a Smile with Craig Gray and Mike DegeeterEp 58: The "Redo Crew," are in the house. Craig Gray (Chicago) and Mike Degeeter (Davenport/Quad Cities) of the Wensco Sales Team are in town to talk about the value of customer service, licking (testing) paint brushes, obscure cities, and more!"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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the...
2025-03-311h 04Slightly Serious Sign PodcastTariffs & How to Survive Build-A-BearEp 57: The boys are in the new studio (still under construction) talking about how tariffs might affect your orders right now and in the near future. And why you might want to check your invoices. Good stuff here to be aware of.Also, Mike tells a harrowing tale of a day at Build-A-Bear."Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry...
2025-03-2455 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastBanners and More with "Ultra" Julie Cerino of Ultraflex SystemsEp 56: "Ultra" Julie Cerino of Ultraflex Systems came bearing gifts. Sweet, sweet gifts and shows us that Ultraflex Systems is a lot more than just banners. Check out all the possibilities. "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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)
2025-03-171h 02Slightly Serious Sign PodcastYour New Favorite Vinyl with Brian Konya and Josh Culverhouse of MetamarkEp 55: Brian Konya and Josh Culverhouse of Metamark are on the show to talk about what might possibly be your new favorite print and cut vinyl. Also, included in this episode, "Brian and Mike's Guide to Surviving Death Valley." If you love vinyl and survival, this one's for you!"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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"...
2025-03-101h 03Slightly Serious Sign PodcastSign Frames and Stakes with Brian Kronemeyer of USA Sign Frame and StakeEp 54: Brian Kronemeyer of USA Sign Frame and Stake talks American made, tariff free, built seriously tough (they survived a wind tunnel!) sign frames and step stakes. The boys also discuss what constitutes a cage-free chicken, mowing down yard stakes, and more."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.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in...
2025-03-0349 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastRGB LED Lighting with Adriaan Swanepoel of G2G LightingEp 53: Adriaan Swanepoel of G2G Lighting lights up the studio with his tips on how to use RGB LED lighting with a controller. And by "lights up" we mean he's actually giving the boys a demo. Make sure you got your shades on listening to this one!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The...
2025-02-241h 15Slightly Serious Sign PodcastLive Q&A: One Year AnniversaryEp 52: Join us for a Live Q&A session with Tyler, Mike, and Domingo to celebrate the One Year Anniversary of the Slightly Serious Sign Podcast!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-02-171h 01Slightly Serious Sign PodcastWraps, Rants, and Recommendations with Tim Horvath of HDFiveEp 51: Tim Horvath of HDFive returns to answer some previously unanswered questions, rants, and gives his recommendations on the best and most reliable wraps.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-02-101h 09Slightly Serious Sign PodcastProduction Printing with Joe Morreale of Roland DGEp 50: Joe Morreale of Roland DG returns to talk about high-speed, economical printing, DTF (Direct-to-Film) and DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printing, and how you can scale up your business. Even if you don't have a lot of capital to get started. Joe also introduces the new XP-640.Also, Wensco Equipment Sales Manager, Mark Holwerda makes his first appearance. Don't worry, though. He's not wearing his sport coat, so, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out...
2025-02-031h 03Slightly Serious Sign PodcastVinyl Cutters with Gary Polsinelli of GraphtechEp 49: Gary Polsinelli of Graphtech and the boys are talking all things vinyl cutters.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-01-2755 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastFarewell GSG. Hello Grimco.Ep 48: The boys bid farewell to Graphic Solutions Group (GSG) after its acquisition by Grimco and talk about what's next. And what's to come.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-01-201h 12Slightly Serious Sign PodcastWhat to Expect in 2025 with Matt Edwards of General FormulationsEp 47: Matt Edwards of General Formulations returns to talk about good service, corn dogs (aka the joys of gas station cuisine), and what to expect in 2025 and beyond.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2025-01-1357 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSeriously Tough Signage with Rusty Childers of PlasticadeEp 46: Rusty Childers of Plasticade came bearing gifts. Not only super sweet personalized gifts for the boys, but also the gift of tough, long-lasting signage for your customers. Seriously, Plasticade makes products that withstand the weather and the test of time... and Domingo smashing into a truck while sledding with a Signicade.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions...
2025-01-0651 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastPrint Production Management with Jeff Brito of Onyx GraphicsEp 45: Jeff Brito of Onyx Graphics talks about the pitfalls of improper print production management. Whether you're a one man show or a large company, this is the episode you gotta hear.Full Sledding Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/9BLErqfoqy8?feature=shareThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast...
2024-12-3049 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWrap Film and Laminate with Mike Brown of Avery DennisonEp 44: Mike Brown of Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions - North America demystifies what type of wrap film/vinyl you should be using based on the application and what you're trying to achieve.Have you been using the wrong film? Or have you been spot on?The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly...
2024-12-2350 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastQ&A: Part 2Ep 43: The boys answer more previously unanswered questions from the Live Q&A.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-12-161h 04Slightly Serious Sign PodcastQ&A: Part 1Ep 42: The boys answer some previously unanswered questions from the Live Q&A.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-12-0946 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastThe 12 Days of ChristmasEp 41: Mike and Domingo tease the 12 Days of Christmas sales and videos.12 Days of Christmas 2023 Videos on YouTubeThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-12-0228 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSEMA Show, NASSD, and a Wrap ChallengeEp 40: Mike talks about his experiences at SEMA Show, NASSD, and his tips for surviving Death Valley. Also, the boys issue a Wrap Challenge to find out who the all-time best Wrapper is. Can we make it happen? Also, bow to our new official sponsor overload, Terrible Wine.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The...
2024-11-2556 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastAn Answer for Every Application with Joe Leddy of NekoosaEp 39: Joe Leddy of Nekoosa stops by to talk about the wide range products for your #signshop that Nekoosa has to offer... and what makes them great. Also, have you heard about Nekoosa Bucks? No? Well, Joe's gonna educate you, and believe us you're gonna want to check your wide format boxes from now on!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President...
2024-11-181h 00Slightly Serious Sign PodcastFlatbed Printer FAQ with Dustin David of Vanguard Digital PrintingEp 38: Dustin David of Vanguard Digital Printing returns to answer all your questions about flatbed printers. The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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 l...
2024-11-1158 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastTop Products at Wensco in 2024 with Bob NachtegallEp 37: Wensco's Director of Purchasing, Bob Nachtegall joins the boys to go over the top products of 2024.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-11-0445 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastEnjoy the Moment with Tim Horvath of HDFiveEp 36: Tim Horvath of HDFive stops by to talk about the gratitude you should feel for being where you are, by doing the work you're doing, and loving what you do. Live and enjoy the moment. Mike gets deep for the first time in his decades long friendship with Tim. And Tim relives the horrors of having his american flag overalls that were gifted by Mike stolen back. Watch the gift and robbery videos Tim talks about being featured in on YouTube:Hey, this isn't White Elephant! 🐘🤠😁Stars and Stripes Overalls: A Love Story 🧡🥰😍 The Slightly Se...
2024-10-2858 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastOpen House Recap and WinnersEp 35: Domingo is back and we're recapping the Fall '24 Wensco Open Houses and announcing the raffle winners. Are you a winner? Find out now. Also, as of now, a People of Wensco Calendar 2025 does not exist. Nor do we have plans to gift one to our YouTube Channel members. But, who knows? We might be swayed by popular public opinion. So, maybe don't abandon all hope. Anyways, enjoy.Email:podcast@wensco.comhello@wensco.comThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.
2024-10-2145 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastAre Tradeshows Dying with Tony WalkonsEp 34: Tony Walkons is the Director of Sales at Wensco, a good friend of Mike's, and has avoided being on the show for way too long. Well, we got him now and we got to talk about the current state of Tradeshows and if they're really dying out. The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The S...
2024-10-1446 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWhiter. Brighter. Cheaper., Pt. 1 with Doug Driscoll of G2G LightingEp 33: How do you get whiter, brighter, and cheaper LEDs without them actually feeling cheap? Doug Driscoll of G2G Lighting (manufacturer of our United LED modules) is on the show to break it down. And stump Mike and Tyler. You'll definitely want a Doug Pillow, Doug Mug or both after this one. Watch the video on YouTube to see Mike's dream played out.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the...
2024-10-0743 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastUnited We Stand with Manny Larranaga and Lauren Thomas of Montroy Sign & Graphic ProductsEp 32: Mike and Tyler are coming at you from a penthouse suite in Sin City itself, Las Vegas, Nevada with Manny Larranaga and Lauren Thomas of Montroy Sign & Graphic Products to talk about United LEDs and strong partnerships... and lounge in bathrobes (watch the video version).The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious...
2024-09-3044 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastPrinting United with Jeff Lucido and Andy Everding of IT SuppliesEp 31: Mike and Tyler are coming at you from Sin City itself, Las Vegas, Nevada with Jeff Lucido and Andy Everding of IT Supplies to give you a recap of Printing United.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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.
2024-09-2343 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastBanners with Rick Hatton of Banner Ups by BudnickEp 30: Rick Hatton of Banner Ups by Budnick is here to cure your banner hanging woes. If punching grommet holes and having your banners get ripped down by high winds annoys and frustrates you - this is your episode. Banners just got easier.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is...
2024-09-1650 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastCNC Routing with Jamie Venlet of Specialty Machinery, Inc.Ep 29: Jamie Venlet of Specialty Machinery, Inc. stops by to talk all things CNC routing/machining, from getting started to upgrading to scale your business -and why to avoid cheaper imported names that are new to the scene.Don't miss this one.Videos referenced:Why use King Colorcore over other Substrates?X-EDGE CNC Router Bits in Action | DemoThe 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...
2024-09-0944 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastLaminating with Sam Crosby of GFP (Graphic Finishing Partners)Ep 28: Sam Crosby of GFP (Graphic Finishing Partners) sits down with the boys to talk about best practices for laminating your signage, the low down on cold vs. heat assist laminators, and where to begin when purchasing a laminator for the first time.Sam Crosbyemail: sam.crosby@gfpartnersllc.comcell: 612-414-4335GFP Toll-Free: 1-800-986-2005 GFP YouTube Channel8 Reasons why the GFP 663TH Laminator is a Must HaveThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.
2024-09-0255 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastEducating Sign Makers with Scott Cutcher of Kor Visual GroupEp 27: Scott Cutcher of Kor Visual Group and France Lighting Solutions stops by to talk about the importance of proper education for both current and future sign makers.Behind a Sign Podcast on YouTubeThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-08-2652 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastNot All Substrates are Created Equal with Erika Smythe of 3A CompositesEp. 26: There's a reason we use certain brand names when referring to certain products. Think Kleenex for tissues or Band-Aid for adhesive bandages. It's because these brands set the quality standard and are now forever tied with those objects. The downside however is that sometimes inferior products ride that brand power.Well, Sintra, Foam-Core, Gatorfoam, Dibond, and now Smart-X from 3A Composites are the industry standard. Accept no substitutes. Erika Smythe of 3A Composites stops by to talk about the making of and why you should be using quality substrates.Victor from Wraps For Less...
2024-08-1944 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastLive Q&A and Big NewsEp. 25: We're live and taking questions. Also, a huge announcement and it's quite "enlightening." You don't want to miss this one.A note on the audio. This episode was taken from our YouTube live stream and is not up to the same quality as previous or future episodes. So bear that in mind. Enjoy.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, P...
2024-08-131h 27Slightly Serious Sign PodcastThe South Union Street Gang with Steve Austin and Kevin BeukemaEp 24: Get to know Steve Austin (Sales) and Kevin Beukema (Tech Team Manager). Mike, Steve, and Kevin don't just work together, they've been friends for a long time. A real long time. Funny stories and ribbing ensue.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-08-0537 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastEquipment Financing in 2024 with Troy Putnam and Damon Cincotta of Geneva Capital, LLCEp. 23: Looking to get new equipment for your sign shop, but you're a little confused or overwhelmed by the financing side of it? Hang in there. We got you. Troy Putnam and Damon Cincotta of Geneva Capital, LLC stopped by to clarify common financing questions and show you why a lender like Geneva Capital might be more preferable than a bank or credit union. You gotta listen to this one!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500
2024-07-2939 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastCNC Routing like a Pro with Josh Martinez of X-Edge ProductsEp 22: Tyler and Domingo sit down with Josh Martinez of X-Edge Products to talk about how to route efficiently with the right bits and material.X-EDGE CNC Router Bits in Actionhttps://youtu.be/jdzyiMhuUFEX-EDGE Matrix Mat Overviewhttps://youtu.be/qwMsjWNl64UX-EDGE Torque Wrench and Station Kit for CNC Routers Overviewhttps://youtu.be/bG1EKxOrQuAThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"...
2024-07-2241 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSoftware to Help Your Shop Run Smoothly with Joe Arenella of Sign TrackerEp 21: The boys are coming at you from Graphics Pro Expo (GPX) WRAPSCON Long Beach 2024 with Joe Arenella of Sign Tracker.Pricing and keeping track of jobs got you down? Want to take a vacation? The right software can really help you run your shop better and maybe relieve a little stress.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG...
2024-07-1530 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastMore Friendly Competition with Nick Wilson of Montroy Sign & Graphic ProductsEp 20: The boys are coming at you from Graphics Pro Expo (GPX) WRAPSCON Long Beach 2024 with Nick Wilson of Montroy Sign & Graphic Products.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-07-0828 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastADA Braille and Lenticular Printing with Kevin Szczerba of MutohEp 19: Kevin Szczerba of Mutoh stops by to talk about Braille and how, you're leaving money on the table if you aren't doing it. He also shows off some really great examples of what you can print on the XpertJet 1462UF UV-LED Flatbed Printer and the XpertJet 661UF UV-LED Printer.This is one you have to watch!Mutoh Learning Experiencehttps://mutoh.thinkific.com/Mutoh YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@MutohAmericaIncInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/mutoh_midwest/The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1...
2024-07-0144 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastHigh Quality Printing with Joe Morreale of Roland DGEp 18: Domingo returns. Mike, Tyler, and Domingo welcome Joe Morreale of Roland DG to the show. After accepting the position and honor of becoming the podcast's new Announcer, Joe and the boys talk about the wide range of printers that Roland DG has to offer. Not only are they discussing types of printers, but also what you can do with them. Drink it in. You're gonna get ideas from this one.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF...
2024-06-2450 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastHow to Choose the Right Vinyl with Michael Maxwell and Matt Edwards of General FormulationsEp 17: Michael Maxwell and Matt Edwards of General Formulations stop by to talk about how to choose the right vinyl for the job. They also discuss the importance of doing it right from the start to save time and money.Why Margins Matter in Business by Matt Richart: https://issuu.com/wrapfamunleashed/docs/2024_may_wfuThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United StatesCheck out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared...
2024-06-1749 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastNot All Corrugated Plastic is Created Equal with Don Long of LaminacorrEp 16: Don Long of Laminacorr stops by to talk how to use corrugated plastic, best practices for printing on a flatbed printer, why not all corrugated plastic is created equal, and so much more. This is a fun one. Thanks again to our Biggest Fan, Don Long!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)T...
2024-06-1049 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWhy Hands-on Wrap Training is so Important with Ritchie Daize of ArlonEp 15: Ritchie Daize of Arlon sits down with Mike and Tyler after a long day of leading Wrap Classes to talk about the importance of hands-on in-person wrap training.Ritchie is an experienced Wrap Trainer and the Technical Solutions Director of Arlon. He's passionate about wrapping, loves vinyl, and wants to teach people how to wrap the right way.If you're brand new to the wrap game or have ever needed to justify taking a course, this episode is for you!Upcoming Wrap Classes:Arlon Master the Wrap 3-Day Class Chicago, IL J...
2024-06-0343 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastVinyl Wrap with Tommy Fricano and Abby Monnot of Avery DennisonEp 14: Mike sits down with Tommy Fricano and Abby Monnot of Avery Dennison to talk vinyl wrap, SEMA Show, innovating, and what current technology scares them. Also, Tommy needs your support.Use Avery Dennison? Send them photos of your work. Email: graphicsna.social@averydennison.comThe Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly...
2024-05-2838 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastHow to Get the Right Equipment for Your ShopEp 13: Mike and Tyler breakdown the best way to go about getting new equipment for your sign shop. You'll learn how to compare distributors, assess tech departments (or lack thereof), what to look for in sales reps, why you should be wary of new overly hyped equipment, and more.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)...
2024-05-2043 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSignman Vs. Signwoman with Judy NelsonEp. 12: The big question answered. What's a Signman?Judy Nelson returns to help Mike and Tyler define exactly what a Signman is. Also, what's the difference between a Signman and a Signwoman. Find out now.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-05-1321 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastFriendly Competition with IT Supplies, Pt. 2Ep 11: Mike and Tyler go another round with Jeff Lucido and Andy Everding of IT Supplies (our direct competitor) on The Extended Gamut Podcast.This time, they're talking Signman, similarities and differences between Wensco and IT Supplies, which games each company is better at, and more.Again, don't miss this special podcast crossover episode!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business."...
2024-05-0638 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastFriendly Competition with IT Supplies, Pt. 1Ep 10: Mike and Tyler join Jeff Lucido and Andy Everding of IT Supplies (our direct competitor) on The Extended Gamut Podcast to talk about their experiences at the most recent ISA International Sign Expo 2024.They give their thoughts on what was missing at the show (good and bad), who was missing, what growing print tech kinda scares them, food after the Expo, and more.Don't miss this special podcast crossover episode!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured...
2024-04-2927 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastFamily Business, Pt. 1 with Tayton and Tristan HullEp 9: Get to know the Hulls. Mike, Tyler, Tristan, and Tayton (Tater) talk about what it's like working together as a family, trying to separate work and home life, how they got into this business, silly stories, and more.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-04-2245 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastFlatbed Printers with Dustin David of Vanguard Digital PrintingEp 8: Dustin David of Vanguard Digital Printing sits down with Mike and Tyler to talk about flatbed UV printers. You'll hear the pros and cons of a flatbed UV printer. They also answer the big questions like... What kind of stuff can you print on one? How much can I print? What's up with white ink? When do you know it's time to get a flatbed UV printer? These questions answered and more.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:...
2024-04-1536 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastJudy Nelson, Owner/CEO of Wensco Sign SupplyEp 7: Judy Nelson is the Owner (3rd generation) and CEO of Wensco Sign Supply. She is a titan in the sign supplies distribution industry and an all-around wonderful human being. Mike and Tyler sit down with Judy to talk history and what's next. The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is n...
2024-04-0836 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastTo Distribute and To ServeEp 6: Mike and Tyler talk about the role of distribution in the sign industry. Why do distributors exist? What are the benefits of using them? What are the cons? And what should you expect out of your distributor?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-podcast616.785.3333The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and...
2024-04-0139 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSignage Lighting with Tim Randall of AllansonEp 5: We sit down with Tim Randall, a multi-talented guest who has worn many hats throughout his career. From blueberry farmer to owning a neon glass bending shop, to working as a representative for Allanson, Tim Randall has extensive knowledge on lighting when it comes to signage.Tim dives into the evolution of lighting technology, discussing the shift from traditional bulbs to LEDs and the advancements that have been made in LED lighting and much more. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating world of lighting and signage from someone with a unique and diverse background...
2024-03-2529 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastGPX Irving and ApologiesEp 4: Mike and Tyler talk about their experience at the most recent Graphics Pro Expo (GPX) in Irving, TX, eating on the road and what happened to Tyler's meal, having to make the pantry bigger, and more.They also issue apologies and clarifications for statements made in previous episodes. The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)
2024-03-1824 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastThe Best Sign Shows to AttendEp 3: Mike, Tyler, and Domingo break down Sign and Trade shows and give you their top picks. Also, the boys stress the importance of joining a local or national sign association.If you've never been to a sign industry show or open house, this is the one you gotta watch/listen to.Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-03-1131 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastPrincipal Sloan and Grimco: Could it be?Ep 2: Mike, Tyler, and Domingo try to get down to the bottom of why Principal Sloan dropped multiple local distributors. Have their LEDs and LED sign accessories been pulled in favor of a partnership with national distributor, Grimco?As a sign shop or a residential Signman, it seems you're choices are or about to be narrowing drastically. We're shining a light on what's happening in the sign industry right now and what it means for the future.Don't miss this one!Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"Your...
2024-03-0434 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWhy are We Doing This?Ep 1: Mike and Tyler answer 3 burning questions: who are we, why are we doing this, and what can you expect to learn from this podcast? Also, where was Domingo? He was supposed to be here, right?Check out the featured products:Arlon DPF V9500"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...
2024-02-2130 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastSlightly Serious Sign Podcast TrailerJoin 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 y...
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