Today in Manufacturing

David Mantey, Jeff Reinke, Anna Wells
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Today in Manufacturing is hosted by David Mantey, Anna Wells and Jeff Reinke, the editors from some of the most recognized websites and publications in the manufacturing industry, including Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). Every week, we discuss the biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward.

  1. First 'Seafood Robotics' Plant; Yamaha Leaves California; Honda Kills 3 EVs | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 261

    4D AGO

    First 'Seafood Robotics' Plant; Yamaha Leaves California; Honda Kills 3 EVs | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 261

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Interpower. Why pay more for power cords when you don’t have to? Made in the U.S.A., our cords are made from the best raw materials—and undergo rigorous testing. Need reliable power cords? Get them with no minimum orders. Why play cord roulette with imports? We’re on a roll—tariff-free cords by Interpower®. More here: https://go.interpower.com/quality-tested-north-american-and-international-cords-fast Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - Honda Kills 3 EV Models That Were Scheduled for U.S. Production - Yamaha Ditches California for Georgia - ‘Seafood Robotics’ Company Buys Washington State Processing Plant In Case You Missed It - New Ferrari Has Old Mazda's Name, Setting Up Trademark Battle - Medical Manufacturer Targeted by Iranian Hackers - Detroit Diesel Adds Shift, Recalls Workers in Targeted Tariff Win Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    1h 10m
  2. Nestlé Gets 'Ruthless'; Aston Martin's Risky Design; Bell's New X-Plane | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 260

    MAR 16

    Nestlé Gets 'Ruthless'; Aston Martin's Risky Design; Bell's New X-Plane | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 260

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Interpower. Why pay more for power cords when you don’t have to? Made in the U.S.A., our cords are made from the best raw materials—and undergo rigorous testing. Need reliable power cords? Get them with no minimum orders. Why play cord roulette with imports? We’re on a roll—tariff-free cords by Interpower®. More here: https://go.interpower.com/quality-tested-north-american-and-international-cords-fast Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - DARPA's Latest X-Plane Will Hover in Place and Hit Speeds Over 500 MPH - Aston Martin's Car Design Risks Giving Drivers 'Nerve Damage;' Unlikely to Finish F1 Season-Opener - Nestlé Overhauls Bonus Structure In Case You Missed It - Fluke Donates Professional-Grade Tools to Train 4,000 Engineering Students - AI-Designed 'Metamachines' Run Wild, Recover from Damage and Change Shapes - Super Foam Could Save Lives on the Battlefield Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    56 min
  3. Stellantis Workers Get $0 Bonuses; Rancho Cucamonga Closes; 'Skinny Jab' Factory Raided | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 259

    MAR 9

    Stellantis Workers Get $0 Bonuses; Rancho Cucamonga Closes; 'Skinny Jab' Factory Raided | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 259

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Interpower. Why pay more for power cords when you don’t have to? Made in the U.S.A., our cords are made from the best raw materials—and undergo rigorous testing. Need reliable power cords? Get them with no minimum orders. Why play cord roulette with imports? We’re on a roll—tariff-free cords by Interpower®. More here: https://go.interpower.com/quality-tested-north-american-and-international-cords-fast Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - Regulators Raid Farm Turned ‘Skinny Jab’ Factory - PepsiCo to Shutter Southern California Facility, Cut Nearly 250 Jobs - Stellantis Workers, Union Fume Over $0 Bonuses In Case You Missed It - Stanley Black & Decker Closing Last Factory in Founding City - Judge Rules Companies Are Entitled to Refunds for Tariffs Overturned by the Supreme Court - FDA to Offer Bonus Payments to Staffers Who Complete Speedy Drug Reviews Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    1h 13m
  4. America's Cheapest Car; Texas Sues Smelly Site; Historic Union Victory | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 258

    MAR 2

    America's Cheapest Car; Texas Sues Smelly Site; Historic Union Victory | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 258

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Interpower. Why pay more for power cords when you don’t have to? Made in the U.S.A., our cords are made from the best raw materials—and undergo rigorous testing. Need reliable power cords? Get them with no minimum orders. Why play cord roulette with imports? We’re on a roll—tariff-free cords by Interpower®.  Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - Tennessee Volkswagen Workers Ratify First Union Contract - Rendering Facility Sued for 'Boiling Blood and Death’ Odors Detected 10 Miles Away - Dead Vehicle Crowned America’s New Cheapest Car In Case You Missed It - Autodesk, U.S. Paralympian Partner to Advance Next-Gen Prosthetics - AI is Not Replacing Factory Workers, It’s Elevating Them - Apple Ramps Plans to Make Mac Mini in Texas Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    1h 2m
  5. Turbine Graveyard Lawsuit; Cargill Closes Plant; Offshoring Critic Offshores Work | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 257

    FEB 23

    Turbine Graveyard Lawsuit; Cargill Closes Plant; Offshoring Critic Offshores Work | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 257

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by the fintech pioneers at Klear. When demand outpaces the funding needed to sustain growth, manufacturers run into what is known as the “success trap." The success trap is all too common. Enterprises invest heavily to fill orders while waiting weeks for payment. This dynamic can create a deficit in working capital that forces many to make decisions that lead to delivery delays and frustrated customers. Check out this report, "The Success Trap: Why Fast-Growing Manufacturers Fail," to learn how manufacturers can avoid these types of barriers in growing their business. Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - Offshoring Critic to Move Ohio Manufacturing to China - Cargill to Shutter Wisconsin Plant, Cut More than 200 Jobs - Wind Turbine Graveyard in Texas Sparks Lawsuit In Case You Missed It - Small Aircraft Went from Concept to Flight-Ready Prototype in 71 Days - Robotic Dog Made in China Gets Indian University Kicked Out of AI Summit - Security Breach: Hybrid Warfare is Upon You  Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    36 min
  6. Rockwell Picks City for Giant Factory; Waymo's Not-So-Autonomous Cars; Stellantis Sells Plant for $100 | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 256

    FEB 16

    Rockwell Picks City for Giant Factory; Waymo's Not-So-Autonomous Cars; Stellantis Sells Plant for $100 | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 256

    Editor's note: Download and listen to the audio version below and click here to subscribe to the Today in Manufacturing podcast. The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by the fintech pioneers at Klear. When demand outpaces the funding needed to sustain growth, manufacturers run into what is known as the “success trap." The success trap is all too common. Enterprises invest heavily to fill orders while waiting weeks for payment. This dynamic can create a deficit in working capital that forces many to make decisions that lead to delivery delays and frustrated customers. Check out this report, "The Success Trap: Why Fast-Growing Manufacturers Fail," to learn how manufacturers can avoid these types of barriers in growing their business. Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - Stellantis Sells Half of $3.7B EV Battery Plant for $100 - Waymo Workers in Philippines Are Helping Stumped 'Driverless' Cars - Rockwell Automation Picks City for New Million-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility In Case You Missed It - Honda Developing Energy Efficient AI Chip to Help Eliminate Vehicle Crashes - Infusing Asphalt with Plastic Could Help Roads Last Longer - Smart Underwear Could Help Treat Intestinal Health Issues  Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    1h 6m
  7. Tesla Kills 2 Models; Honda, GM End Fuel Cell Project; First Brands CEO Scandal | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 255

    FEB 9

    Tesla Kills 2 Models; Honda, GM End Fuel Cell Project; First Brands CEO Scandal | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 255

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Epicor. Did you know that: 70% of companies say generative AI has either already disrupted their business, is starting to disrupt their business, or will have significant impact in the next 18 months.32% of companies view AI as the most important technology in their organization today.28% of companies will pay more for AI as they consider it the most essential in their SaaS application.A new report, “AI and Manufacturing: How AI Is Reshaping Manufacturing Strategies,” tells you how to implement AI and increase time to value with AI. Download the report right now. Every week, we cover the biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - Former First Brands CEO Patrick James and His Brother Are Indicted for Bilking Billions from Banks - Honda, GM to End U.S. Manufacturing Joint Venture This Year - Tesla to Close Down Production of Two Car Models In Case You Missed It - Waymo Gets $16 Billion Injection - Trump Administration to Create a Strategic Reserve for Rare Earth Elements - Porsche May Kill These 2 Models Before They Even Hit the Market Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

    52 min
  8. Polaris Closing Indian Plant; Lincoln Logs Loses Manufacturer; Rare Factory Options | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 254

    FEB 2

    Polaris Closing Indian Plant; Lincoln Logs Loses Manufacturer; Rare Factory Options | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 254

    The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Epicor. A new report, “AI and Manufacturing: How AI Is Reshaping Manufacturing Strategies,” tells you how to implement AI and increase time to value with AI. Download the report right now. Every week, we cover the biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week: - The Rare Factory Options That Turned Ordinary Cars Into Million-Dollar Collectibles - Lincoln Logs Lose Longtime U.S. Manufacturing Home - Polaris Closing Wisconsin Factory After Indian Motorcycle Sale In Case You Missed It - How Realistic Are the Commitments from Top Trading Partners That Have Pledged to Invest $5 Trillion in America - Boeing Posts Strongest Quarter of Airplane Deliveries Since 2018 - Investment in Farm Productivity Tools Key to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.

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Today in Manufacturing is hosted by David Mantey, Anna Wells and Jeff Reinke, the editors from some of the most recognized websites and publications in the manufacturing industry, including Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). Every week, we discuss the biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward.

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  • Creator
    David Mantey, Jeff Reinke, Anna Wells
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
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    © 2026 Today in Manufacturing
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