SHIRT SHOW

SHIRT SHOW
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Shirt Show deep dives into all things screen printing and apparel decoration with shop hacks along the way. Hosted by Dylan Gilligan of Upstate Merch.

  1. 2D AGO

    Tony Palmer | Palm Print | Shirt Show 297

    Back again for our regular checkup with the print doc, Tony Palmer is here. Our talk was loosely structured around shop essentials, but just as we'd hoped, WE GOT INTO THE WEEDS. Topics of discussion include: Being in control of your attitude, ‘Let Them’ theory, customer service agents, must have tools, types of screens, how squeegee colors lie, proper data collecting techniques across the screen room, accents, how the industry has moved away from mass production, and 80’s sci-fi.

    1h 60m

  2. FEB 9

    Adam & Kato | Thunder House Prints | Shirt Show 296

    Learning Adam & Kato Machin's print journey was a breath of fresh air, because it is truly unique. Prepare to find out how a wardrobe stylist and a tattoo artist joined forces in Brooklyn, fell into printing in upstate New York, and operate Thunder House Prints in Reno, NV. Spoiler alert- It's a bumpy ride. Topics of discussion include: Back injuries, impulsive decisions, learning on the fly, asking questions and being coachable, proofing your shop for hardship, becoming your own moving company, near death experiences, live printing, ghost tours, and turkey necks.

    1h 59m

  3. FEB 2

    Jaime Camargo | At That One Shop | Shirt Show 295

    Still recovering from ISS Long Beach, but the show must go on! If anybody is able to inspire you to shake off the jet lag and exhaustion, it's Jaime. He's simultaneously worked not only multiple jobs, but multiple CAREERS over the last nearly two decades. Now that he's finally gone ALL IN (or 'unemployed' as he likes to say) we had to get the full story of the wild journey he's been on with At That One Shop. Topics of discussion include: Finding your support group, shirt kiosks, working multiple jobs and side gigs, handling failure, going all in, growing from a manual garage setup to a shop with autos, starting all over, reevaluating your life and business, and return policy loopholes.

    1h 41m

  4. JAN 26

    Chris & Jon | The Print Room | Shirt Show 294

    One does not simply print water-based in New Zealand, but Chris & Jon aren’t afraid of a challenge. With nothing but love for their craft in their hearts, these two Kiwis started as modest hometown printers, and journeyed their way to becoming heads of an international printing operation. Topics of discussion include: international shop visits, importing their inks, how water-based printing helped differentiate themselves from their competition, landing their first client, organic growth, small town living, elevated packaging, custom socks, promo products, working with international manufacturers, developing tech and fulfillment capabilities, company culture, employee benefits, business coaches, specializing staff roles, expanding into Australia, and a most unfortunate courier disaster.

    1h 54m

  5. JAN 19

    Rachel Rogers | Star Cadet | Shirt Show 293

    Star Cadet is a creative commerce company. Its mission is to deepen the connection between creators and their communities, and its captain is Rachel Rogers. After helping her husband, Olan Rogers (OG sketch comedy YouTuber) connect with his audience outside of the comments section, Rachel’s crash course experience in the merch world has launched her into a series of endeavors that would make even the boldest of the bold shake in their little space boots. It’s been a bumpy ride, but the journey is out of this world. Topics of discussion include: gratitude journals, mental and physical health, real world education, corporate retail, freelancing, the hybrid retail experience of The Soda Parlor, working with Conan O’Brien, dissolving partnerships, getting hit by a tornado, brand building, creating meaningful connections, brand licensing deals, the realness of YouTube, the love/hate relationship with social media, Mondaes, and running your business with integrity.

    2h 9m

  6. JAN 12

    Kyle & Annie | Print My Threads | Shirt Show 292

    We came hot out of the gate on this one, diving into discussion around finances, and the step by step processes we develop over time as shop owners. But we were sure to circle back and get the story of how Kyle went from pursuing fine art printing to landing in the shirt world, and eventually bringing Annie into the fold full time. Topics of discussion include: Starting projects during downtime, navigating large and tedious orders, pricing structures, dialing in finances, offering benefits, eco-consciousness, cease and desists, moving into a fixer-upper shop, leaving the steady career path behind, having a change of heart with DTF, a very unfortunate box cutting technique, and the unsung lengths taken to satisfy customers.

    2h 41m

  7. JAN 5

    Dylan Gilligan | Upstate Merch | Shirt Show 291

    The turns have tabled, and our very own host has become our first guest of 2026. With Dewey Halpaus as our guest host, and Christina riding shotgun, bear witness as they pry uncomfortable truths, uncomfortable highs, and uncomfortable-er lows out of Dylan’s life journey. Please note, all this discomfort stems from Dylan’s visceral reluctance to talk about himself, and to be a spectator of this event is uniquely joyous. Like a demon being exorcised out of a possessed child, there is sweat, cursing, and a sense of euphoria waiting at the finish line. Topics of discussion include: Small town childhood, working odd jobs, coming up in the New York hardcore scene, finding screen printing, starting Merch Buttons, selling the button business and moving to Atlanta, learning sales, starting Upstate Merch, early business mistakes, partnerships, getting involved in the industry, how your favorite podcast came into existence, the future, listener questions, and the complete list of movies that make Dylan warm and fuzzy inside.

    2h 42m

  8. 12/29/2025

    Brooke Bradley | All American Screen Printing | Shirt Show 290

    After purchasing a small print shop on a whim, Brooke spent the next 20 years living, breathing, and growing All American Screen Printing. After two decades, she has since sold her shop, and has stepped down to a production manager role. Brooke is here to provide insight into the nagging question that plagues shop owners around the globe- What if I just sell it? Topics of discussion include: getting consumed by your work, the dynamics of working with your spouse, first hires, misprints, life after selling your business, knowing the value of your business, implementing SOPs, and conveyor belt rides.

    1h 58m
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Shirt Show deep dives into all things screen printing and apparel decoration with shop hacks along the way. Hosted by Dylan Gilligan of Upstate Merch.

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  • Creator
    SHIRT SHOW
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    297
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 SHIRT SHOW
  • Show Website
    SHIRT SHOW

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