A Screen Printing and Apparel Decoration industry podcast, diving into a variety of niche topics with entrepreneurs from all backgrounds and interests. Whether you're looking for technical tips, business insights, or just some creative inspiration, "Let's Talk Shop with..." offers valuable knowledge and engaging discussions to help you elevate your screen printing game. Tune in and stay ahead in the vibrant and ever-evolving world of screen printing.
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In this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, we sit down with the screen printing legend himself: Riley Hopkins. From building his first press in a San Francisco warehouse to losing millions and bouncing back, Riley shares a brutally honest, no-fluff story of innovation, risk, and perseverance. With nearly 50 years in the screen printing industry, Riley hel…
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Let's Talk Shop with Jay from Threaded Ink
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1:17:07In this episode of Let's Talk Shop, we sit down with Jay, owner of Threaded Ink, to explore how he transitioned from a 21-year career in local government to running a thriving screen printing and heat transfer production business. Jay shares his journey of navigating the learning curve of DTF (Direct to Film) printing, overcoming challenges with eq…
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Let's Talk Shop with Victor from OmniPrint
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47:17Welcome back to another episode of Let’s Talk Shop! 🎙️ Today, Brandon sits down with Victor Peña, the founder and CEO of OmniPrint International, to dive deep into the world of garment decoration, digital printing, and business growth. 💡 Victor shares his journey—from his early days in engineering to building a global brand in direct-to-garment (DT…
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Let's Talk Shop with Jeff from Slant Engineering
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1:16:35On this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, Jeff Fiorucci, creator of the Stampinator, joins us to share his incredible journey from screen printing rookie to industry innovator. Hear how Jeff got his start by boldly diving into a screen printing job with no experience and ended up creating a tool that would revolutionize the industry.…
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In this episode, we sit down with Britta Sanders from ZSK Embroidery, a global leader in industrial embroidery machines. Britta shares ZSK’s rich 150-year history, tracing its evolution from textile weaving to pioneering advancements in modern embroidery. Discover how ZSK’s versatile machines are transforming industries—from high fashion to automot…
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Let's Talk Shop with Jennifer from Pigskins and Pigtails
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39:27In this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, we chat with Jennifer from Pigskins & Pigtails about how she turned her love for DIY and crafting into a full-time screen-printing business. Learn how Jennifer went from creating custom vinyl T-shirts for her kids to teaching thousands how to screen print from home!…
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Let's Talk Shop with Zach from Self Made Designs
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1:28:13In this episode of "Let's Talk Shop," we chat with Zack, the creative force behind Self-Made Designs. Zack shares his incredible journey from customizing old sneakers to becoming a recognized name in the screen printing industry. Zack dives into his early days, explaining how he started by painting an old skateboard and then moved on to customizing…
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Let's Talk Shop with Mel from Allmade
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1:12:53In this episode of "Let's Talk Shop," we chat with Mel L., co-founder of Allmade and former owner of Sandilake Clothing. Mel talks about her journey from crafting duct tape t-shirts to running a successful screen printing business. Mel dives into the early days of Sandilake, sharing how she learned screen printing from scratch to create unique kids…
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Let's Talk Shop with Chad from PrintGRIP!
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55:14Join Ryan Moor as he chats with Chad K. from PrintGRIP who shares his journey from printing softball shirts for friends to revolutionizing the industry with groundbreaking products. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, "Let's Talk Shop" offers insights, stories, and tips to inform and inspire. Tune-in to discover the passion…
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