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Machining: Beyond The CraftAre Machine Tool Builders Holding Shops Hostage?Const Ivanov and Pete Oxenham discuss the evolution of CNC machines and the importance of connectivity and automation in the manufacturing industry. Pete shares his journey from being a machinist to developing software that enhances machine communication and efficiency. They explore the challenges faced by machine tool builders, the need for a talent pipeline in manufacturing, and the significance of user-centric software design. The discussion highlights the future of CNC technology and the integration of Chatter and Toolpath to create a more efficient manufacturing ecosystem.TakeawaysCNC machines need to be smarter and more connected.The...2025-02-281h 09
Within ToleranceWithin Tolerance Episode 249 - Pete Oxenham of Chatter and ToolpathI'm happy to welcome back Pete Oxenham, founder of Chatter and Head of Product for Toolpath, for an in-depth discussion on his recent journey. We delve into Pete's decision to sell his machine shop to focus entirely on Chatter, the challenges he faced in finding a suitable buyer, and the emotional roller coaster of letting go of a business he built from scratch. Pete also opens up about joining the Toolpath team, transitioning from a solo operator to working within a larger organization, and the ups and downs of collaboration. We explore the future of Chatter within Toolpath, upcoming...2025-02-211h 07
Chips and Tips Podcast#2 Chips and Tips - What's The Chatter About Chatter?In this episode of the Chips and Tips Podcast, I dive into the exciting merger of Toolpath and Chatter, exploring what this means for the future of manufacturing automation. Joining me are Pete Oxenham, founder of Chatter, and Al Watmough, CEO of Toolpath. We discuss how integrating Chatter's real-time data capabilities with Toolpath's innovative solutions aims to close communication gaps in manufacturing processes, enhancing speed and efficiency. We also touch on the challenges and opportunities of creating a seamless, end-to-end system that empowers machinists and programmers to focus on high-level decision-making. Tune in to hear how we're paving the way...2025-02-1448 min
Manufacturing Spaces5th Generation Economic Warfare - Discussion & Debate with Greg Koenig and Cooper ZuradI'm joined by Greg Koenig (@gak_pdx) and Cooper Zurad (@CooperZurad) for a no holds barred discussion about the economic manufacturing relationship between the US and China.
Both have super deep knowledge of the topic and well reasoned opinions, so we’ll all have fun and walk away having learned something!2024-11-242h 13Manufacturing SpacesCircumnavigating the Globe with a Droneship - Project Bob Q&A with Andrew McCalipThis week we have an audience Q&A about Andrew's latest "build in public" adventure, Project Bob (projectbob.xyz), whose mission is to autonomously circumnavigate the globe.
Andrew's previous public projects include his mission to replicate the LK-99 superconductor in his shop (featured in Wired), and the hilarious Doomscroller device.
Follow Andrew on X: @andrewmccalip
Pete on X: @peteoxenham2024-08-221h 54Manufacturing SpacesConversation with Jim Belosic, CEO of SendCutSend - Bonus Archive EpisodeJim Belosic, the founder and CEO of SendCutSend, joins us to tell his story of bootstrapping a massive company from scratch and discuss all things manufacturing with the community.
If you'd like to participate in future conversations live, join us over on X each Wednesday at 6:30 PT
Follow Jim: @jimbelosic
Learn more about SendCutSend at https://www.sendcutsend.com/
From the Archive - 2024/07/172024-08-182h 19Manufacturing SpacesBringing Research Papers to Life with Zach Tong of Breaking TapsThis week we're joined by Zach Tong of Breaking Taps for a conversation about how his background in academia lead into a life of making wild projects for a living. Zach is a machinist, molecular neurobiologist, programmer, author, YouTuber, and lumberjack.
Follow Breaking Taps on:
YouTube: youtube.com/@BreakingTaps
Instagram: @breakingtaps
Twitter/X: @BreakingTaps
Huge thanks for Andrew for stepping in to cohost this week!
Follow Andrew's projects:
X: @andrewmccalip
Project Bob - "Circumnavigation or Bust!": projectbob.xy...2024-08-151h 41Manufacturing SpacesConversation with Carl Bass - Former CEO of Autodesk and Maker of All Things AwesomeThis week Carl joins us to share his story - programing some of the first 3D software, being the CEO of Autodesk, and using the very software he created to build everything from canoes and self-driving vehicles.
Follow Carl on X: @carlbass2024-08-111h 41Manufacturing SpacesManufacturing at Scale w/ Andrew McCalipThis week we have a wide ranging discussion about what it's going to take to revitalize US's machine shop industry to "Amazon scale factories".
Follow Andrew: @andrewmccalip
We're also joined by a few friends along the way!
Greg Koenig @gak_pdx
Chris Power of Hadrian @2112power2024-08-113h 44Manufacturing SpacesTalking CAD with István Csanády, Founder & CEO of Shapr3DThis week we're joined by István Csanády to talk about the future of CAD and engineering software.
István is the Founder and CEO of Shapr3D.
Follow István: @istvan_csanady
Learn more about Shapr3D at www.shapr3d.com
From the Archive - 2024/04/112024-08-101h 28Manufacturing SpacesWelcome to Manufacturing SpacesMuch to my chagrin, we now have a podcast feed. For 100% guaranteed maximum fun, come hang in our live spaces at 6:30 PT each Wednesday on X/Twitter.
The links to the live spaces are posted to Em's X account each week and then posted here the next day.
Follow Em - @emm0sh
Follow Pete: @peteoxenham2024-08-1003 min
Within ToleranceWithin Tolerance Episode 163 - IMTS SpecialDylan is joined this week by a myriad of past guests to talk about their experiences at this years IMTS in Chicago.
Chris Zappettini- @zap.consulting
Easton Bednarek - @moria_manufacturing
Pete Oxenham - @chatter.dev
Chris Purceski - @cadchris
Devin Bodony - @lichen_mfg
Andrew Henry - @henryholsters
Nick Polanosky - @p3dcreations
Special thanks to @hermleusa for the amazing Sepp and all of your time, and to @igsdann and @kernprecision for letting...2022-10-151h 47
This Week in StartupsTwitter adds podcasting, Chatter.dev Founder Pete Oxenham + OK Boomer with Danny Miranda | E1545Friday Variety Show! First up J+M break down Twitter adding podcasting to the platform and what this means for the product and for the podcasting industry. (2:14) Then, LAUNCH portfolio founder Pete Oxenham joins to discuss his SaaS startup, Chatter.dev, with Molly. (26:48) Finally, Rachel wraps the show with another edition of OK Boomer, featuring Danny Miranda. (38:25)
(0:00) J+M tee up today's segments!
(2:14) Twitter adds podcasting to "Spaces"
(15:08) Babbel - Save up to 60% off your language learning subscription at https://babbel.com/twist
(16:32) Explaining the value of adding podcasting to a c...2022-08-261h 11
Within ToleranceWithin Tolerance Episode 116 - Pete OxenhamAre you tired of having to do calculations to see when a job will be finished? This week's guest Pete Oxenham was, and created his new company Chatter.dev to solve this problem and many more dealing with machine data. Pete tells Dylan of his beginnings in manufacturing, starting with making car parts for his Mustang, to acquiring an Enshu HMC to meet a new customer demand, to starting a software company to solve internal data collection problems in his job shop. Pete shares stories of getting his first machine dropped off and the ensuing struggle with finding a post...2021-10-271h 02