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“I love the topics being discussed, very interesting and helpful. The thing that keeps bothering and honestly keeps me from listening is that Grimsmo doesn’t show any interest in Saunders, I feel like Grimsmo can also have a running conversation when he’s talking or frankly: when the topic is...”Read full review »
ThomasGalenkamp via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
02/09/24
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“This show is an entrepreneurial rallying cry. I have learned so much from listening to this show. Thank you both for doing this so dependably. And thank you for backdating to episode 1 on this app. Let the binge begin!”
TurboMacNy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/23
“I believe its good, especially when you make a part for the 1st time to run your machine a little bit scared.
I don’t mean be scared of your machine or be scared of breaking tools, but rather have massive respect for your machine and what kind of damage it is capable of doing from just 1 little...”Read full review »
Round Parts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/22
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“I’ll start off by saying this. I love watching both of y’all on YouTube and I love listening to your podcast. I am subscribed to every social media both of you have. I have been following for over 2 1/2 years. I respect what you do, and I appreciate the effort you both put into the trade, and the...”Read full review »
Morgan Barnette 1992 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/22
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“I just got my first cnc machine (a state of the art in 1997 Fadal) AND got my first paying machining job. John and John have been the single most valuable resource I’ve found for preparing to and starting a manufacturing company. They are competent but humble, knowledgeable but strive to learn...”Read full review »
jameson72 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/21
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“Just listened to your podcast for the first time. Great show.
I think shooting some videos on making more money and/or profits is a great idea. Looking forward to listening to more from your show.
If you have the time and are interested, check out The Right Direction Podcast from Compass...”Read full review »
dmholcomb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/15/21
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“Cool informative podcast. It’s great to be let into the some of the inside of your businesses and your thinking. Thank you”
CXP Racing via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
06/11/21
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“I you're interested on the inside scoop on small manufacturing businesses, this is for you.”Read full review »
Nickvn via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
02/05/21
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“I’ve been listening to Grimsmo and Saunders since the they started this podcast and it’s been a great way to spend my Friday morning (and sometimes afternoon) drive to (or from) the shop. They keep it real and have been a great inspiration in my own work. Keep up the great show guys!”
thirschi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/20
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“One of my all time favorites and always excited for the new episode to listen too”
awsomeness_62 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/20
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“I listen while working at my lathe while starting my business. Very inspiring.”
allthestupidnicknamesaretaken2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/20
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“Hi there, been really enjoying this podcast!
You have recently removed episode numbers from the titles, I think it was better to have them, easier to track as the podcast app interface being sometimes finicky. Thanks!”
darkmixer518 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/01/19
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“Highlight of every Friday, great complement to the youtube/instagram content too”
bunnyboy42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/19
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“I look forward to listening to this each week. I enjoy the different perspectives shared and the no bs approach of holding one another accountable.”
Ian Tiggemann via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/19
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“I have been watching John and John on YouTube for years and finally got around to listening to their podcast. I can safely say I look forward to my commute to and from work everyday! The content is amazing and very inspiring for people who are looking to start their own business or even model...”Read full review »
Gordie21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/03/19
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“What a pleasure this podcast is! A perfect combination of transparent business insight and cnc geekery. I started at Ep1 just recently and have been binging hard. Having built a cnc-centric business from the ground up over the last 11 years there is so much relatable content in this podcast. Five...”Read full review »
Seligmarker via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/27/18
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“This is hands down my favorite podcast. These guys are genuine and down to earth, hard workers, and movitational. A lot of their topics I can relate to, and some I can't. Regardless, I'm always learning from them. And I REALLY appreciate that it feels more like a personal conversation...”Read full review »
D.Klopp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/18
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“Love the conversations you two have discussing business, personal growth, frustrations, and resolutions. I listen while working my manual Logan lathe making chips. Thanks for sharing some insights to your lives and business growth.”
Baalem via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/18
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“the only podcast I listen to! John and John are not afraid to speak their mind, and that's what keeps me coming back! keep them up!”Read full review »
ray548 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/18
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“John and John both have really helped me up my game as an entrepreneur. They make most of there struggles public on this awesome podcast. Letting us know we all make mistakes. They focus on how we can learn and better ourselves from those mistakes. Keep up the good work.”
Stave Falls Creations via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/12/18
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“Thoroughly enjoy listening to this podcast!”
EdHoltIII via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/18
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“Hi,
Had a potential idea that may or may not work.
Could u machine the blade solid out of the bottom aluminum quench plate and a o ring grove around perimeter. Have a thicker possibly slightly taller o ring that would flatten/seal even with thickness variations (+,- tolerances). Then use the...”Read full review »
dbright1986 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/18
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“I’m not in the business of machining but running a personal business of my own as well as a full time and a half job there is some really helpful discussions once you take out all the LEAN talk.”
RiversCo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/18
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“Superb show real down to earth. Highly recommended. Don't forget to check out Youtube and Instagram for equally good content. Cheers J”Read full review »
JNP_CNC via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/12/18
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“I started listening to this when I started machining classes to kickstart my attempt at Career 3.0, figuring some insight into the week-to-week would be useful going forward.
I look forward to new episodes every week and feel like I owe both of these guys a cup of coffee and a heartfelt thanks...”Read full review »
Frag316 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/18
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“Hands down my favorite podcast ever! I look forward to it all week.
Thanks again for making my Friday mornings even better!
-Paul@GambleGarage”
F u nickname. Hdhskaoe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/25/17
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“I love how the guys debrief with each other how the week went. Makes me want to make sure I have at least as good or better report! Not having a Boss can be a little challenge to stay on track. This podcast helps me tremendously hearing similar minded people.”
Fourtitude R/C via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/17
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“The Johns are doing a great job with this podcast. Listening to them is like having a conversation with a co-worker in the Shop. Very knowledgeable”
Jairosan71 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/17
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“Ok, I'm not even a machinist. I'm a furniture maker who uses a CNC in my work, but there is a lot of great insight in BOM into what it takes to scale from a garage guy into a job shop or product-centric shop. I have been watching J&J since the early days and their journeys have been...”Read full review »
West commuter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/17
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“John Saunders & John Grimsmo jump between the incredible detail of machining and what they have learned from running their businesses. I have found it thought provoking and motivating for me to work on my own projects and business ideas. Keep up the great work guys!”
Djk852 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/17
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“Amazeballs doesn't even come close to discribing this podcast! I have followed the Johns for years without knowing they knew eachother or who they really were in the early years.
I have been revisiting Grimsmo's videos on anodizing titanium and aluminum handles for Emerson(I am...”Read full review »
Nathan8ter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/17
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“I've been following both of these guys for about five to six years now throughout my transition from machinist to mechanical engineer, and it's great to see how much they've grown both as shop owners and machinists over the years. I'm happy to say that through the growth that...”Read full review »
mountainwells via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/17
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hnf747 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
09/05/17
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“John & John share the pleasures and stresses of running small but growing machining/manufacturing businesses. Nuggets of inspiration for hobbyists, designers, engineers & machinists of any experience level. I listen to this to/from work every week and I'm hoping it moves to a daily...”Read full review »
vector29 (ekramer3) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/17
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“As a weathered and worn job shop machinist who can't even remember the parts I made last week, this podcast does a great job reminding me of the passion I had when I first started the trade. The Johns talk about their trials and triumphs with a rare transparency.
Nick Norris”Read full review »
Nicksta500 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/17
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“John and John are some of the most inspiring people when it comes down to design and machining. Seeing all their Youtube videos from when Saunders was CNC machining in a tiny apartment to when Grimsmo was making his own CNC machines from manual Grizzly machines is literally amazing. To listen...”Read full review »
Mojo Mfg. - Garrett via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/17
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“John and John what more could you want!
These guys are down to earth and as real as it gets. They share the good and the bad, can be super helpful for machinist trying to run their own business knowing that other people struggle. Helps keep your head up in your own endeavors.”
Shane Ellington via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/17
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“Listening to these guys makes one strive to better themselves and their shop / shop skils. Thanks guys! Azurgrip”
Just Another Grip via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/22/17
“Just listen to it!”
Pop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/17
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“Both Johns share an innate enthusiasm for machining and entrepreneurship that is infectious. This podcast offers a straightforward, open look into the evolution of their businesses, their work, and their lives. Their lack of ego is refreshing, and the information they share is very useful. This...”Read full review »
John Sasinowski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/19/17
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“Great podcast that covers running a machine shop. Very interesting to hear how they integrate technology into manufacturing, and the business side of it. Great for anyone interested in machining and entrepreneurship. Great tips for the business side of manufacturing!”
_CRAIGC_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/17
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“As a viewer of the hosts' videos, it is awesome to "eavesdrop" on their brainstorming/rant/rave conversations. As a shop owner and machinist, it's been good to hear I am not alone in my frustrations, aspirations and concerns. This is a great "inside baseball" look at small...”Read full review »
Ksmith9416 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/17
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“Enjoying hearing the ups AND downs of all aspects of the business of machining.”
kinetiq via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/02/17
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“Fantastic podcast.”
cosdencosman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/17
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“Guys, I really appreciate the content you are putting out. I listened to all the episodes in the span of two days. Keep them coming! My only complaint is that I can hear one of you guys (cough cough Saunders) breathe. Otherwise, I really enjoy the raw feel of the show and how natural your...”Read full review »
ElLocotron via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/17
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“Owning a shop of my own it's great to hear the ups and downs of other shops. Keep up the great work guys! I look forward to this podcast all week.”Read full review »
Tim Beurrier via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/17
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“Keep up the good work guys, its great listening to you, wish we were closer!!
One bit of constructive critisizm, you should change the descriptions of the episodes as you go so people can go back and find one they want to reference, or know which they've listened to or not.
Anyway, AWESOME...”Read full review »
New Frontier Armory via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/17
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