Fully Threaded Radio
Fully Threaded Radio is the voice of the FCH Sourcing Network and the original podcast for the industrial fastener industry, delivering predominantly fastener-related news, market insights, and infotainment since 2010. Hosted by Eric Dudas and Brian Musker, the show connects distributors, manufacturers, and industry insiders through engaging interviews, technical discussions, and commentary—with just the right touch of humor.
Every episode covers what matters most to fastener professionals: industry events, market trends, sourcing conditions, standards updates, technical tutorials, and digital transformation across the fastener supply chain. Whether reporting from major events like the International Fastener Expo (IFE), Fastener Fair USA, or FSTNR Week, or analyzing monthly Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) reports, Fully Threaded Radio keeps listeners informed and connected about the fastener industry.
Regular features include:
Guest interviews with industry leaders
The Fastener News Report with Mike McNulty, Fastener industry news & headlines
The Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo
FDI analysis & commentary
Trade show previews and recaps
Updates from associations like NFDA, IFI, MWFA, Pac-West and more
Vital information about hydrogen embrittlement and related topics
Fully Threaded Radio is produced in association with the FCH Sourcing Network, serving the fastener community with reliable online sourcing and industry connections.
Whether you’re in fastener sales, importing, manufacturing, distribution, engineering, or simply curious about the world of nuts and bolts, Fully Threaded Radio is your trusted source for all things threaded.
📍 Visit www.fullythreaded.com to stream episodes, view show notes, and connect with the fastener community.
Fully Threaded Radio
Episode #144 - Flavor Saver
Falling in the pool during this year’s International Fastener Expo is something everyone miraculously managed to avoid, despite the intensity of the networking and revelry at the welcome gala extravaganza. Even the life guards were impressed nobody got wet. Show coverage of the fastener industry’s largest trade event features comments from Hall of Fame inductees Mr. Ed McIlhon and Marty Nolan, and YFP award recipient Baron Yarborough (47:06), along with floor interviews with Bernie Longen, Heidi Voltrauer, Bill Unferth, Michelle Richards, Jake Davis, Bill Armstrong, Mike Topolewski, Wayne “Captain Smooth” Wishnew, and many more. Industry anchorman, Mike McNulty welcomes Baird analyst Quinn Fredrickson to discuss the latest unexpected move in the FDI reading on the Fastener News Report (1:09:07). Plus, Carmen Vertullo speaks with Buckeye Fasteners chief, Larry Kelly (1:29:35). At the expo, the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey, along with Brian and Eric, invited unsuspecting show attendees to the FCH booth to ask the question, “Can you pass the Vegemite test?”
Run time: 02:08:13