Making Awesome - Inventors, makers, small business

Back from a wild few weeks between @bondtechab , checking out the INDX then to @rmrrf for the annual show, there is a LOT to talk about! 5 Axis metal 3d printed machines, FREAKIN INDX IN PERSON, and even a DIY Ultem printer we saw at the show! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

It is Mother's Day in the USA, and we have Thérèse Lord from @construct3d (Jacob's Mum) joining us today on the show LIVE at Bondtech as we talk all about what it was like raising Jacob, how starting a business with family can actually be done well, and provide insight into how they run their business, manage to still have family time, and of course provide tips and tricks for new parents out there. We will still be raising money for @barncancerfonden as well, you can send donations to Payments@Bondtech.se on @paypal with the note "FOR THE KIDS" so we can differentiate it from normal sales :) Thanks to @bondtechab for flying us out to Sweden for their open house! Check them out: https://www.bondtech.se/__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

We promised a special Episode and thanks to @bondtechab we are in SWEDEN looking at the INDX LIVE! Thanks to Bondtech for flying us out to show this to you LIVE! More coverage coming soon! check them out: https://www.bondtech.se/__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Well,  @elyarchi6981  sent a threat to  @ThePrintHouse  over their video where they were not only honest, but gave them the benefit of the doubt. Should companies even be allowed to do this??? Creators are trusted for our opinions, that is the only thing we have, our integrity, and part of printer reviews and first looks is that we have full control over what is said and why. Yes, we often want to give the companies the benefit of the doubt, but when they send threatening messages, it is not okay. Here is what  @elyarchi6981  said to  @ThePrintHouse :"If the video is not removed, I will be forced to escalate the situation by reporting the issue to YouTube and informing our industry contacts and other brand partners of this breach of professional conduct."This is 100% NOT OKAY, so, let's talk about it. A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out  @construct3d  https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

FINALLY We get confirmation that the IN in the @bondtechab INDX Means INDUCTIVE!! This sparked a chat about what our ideal 3D Printer could be, so why not do it with you all!?We will be asking questions like:What makes a perfect 3d printer?What price point makes the most sense?What level of accessories and 3rd party support would we like to see?What about open source?A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Quite a few major companies, and smaller ones have announced @kickstarter s recently. We will talk about the in depth reasoning behind it, how it looks from a manufacturer that has done a Kickstarter before, and why even major players still seem to choose it, for seemingly no reason! (Hint: its marketing)We will answer things like: Is Kickstarter right for my business? Why do big businesses still use kickstarter? What is kickstarter really for? Should I back a kickstarter? Is kickstarter safe? and so much more!KICKSTARTER DISCLOSURE: DO NOT BACK ANY KICKSTARTERS WITH MONEY YOU ARE NOT OKAY WITH ABSOLUTELY LOSING. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE. WE WARNED YOU. IT AINT ON US ♥️ @eufyMake : https://www.eufymake.com/eufymake-uv-printer-e1 @xToollaser Metal: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/makeblock/xtool-metalfab-the-next-gen-metal-solution @Revopoint3D Trackit: https://global.revopoint3d.com/blogs/news/revopoint-trackit-3d-tracking-scanner-is-launching-on-kickstarter-soon?msged=1 @elyarchi6981 : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elyarchi-3d-printer/alcheman-for-solid-lasting-creations-and-vooooo-5-color-print @LukesLaboratory : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lukeslabonline/pika-hotend-durable-high-performance-bambu-hotend-for-all @Creality3D / @piocreat3d Harlot-X1: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/piocreat3d/halot-x1-true-leveling-free-16k-resin-3d-printerA HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

SO MANY THINGS were released at Rapid TCT 2025 in Detroit. We have compiled a list of some of our favorites. Time to run through them! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

With the recent @QIDITech Plus 4 fire, an with one of the hosts being a 3D Printer Manufacturer, lets dive into safety and why it is so important. From the basics, to UL, to fire suppression, expect a detail heavy show! Get your snacks, I have a feeling we will have lots to say! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

The @BambuLab H2D is now public and we have a ton to discuss about it, from the safety concerns around the marketing, the amazing engineering, and the troublesome laser system. This is one you will not want to miss!Also, if timing is right, we should cross 50k on stream!!A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

The @BambuLab H2D specs were revealed and the brand new @bondtechab INDX tool changer system as well! Time to talk about how quantity and quality do not always have to be apart! The idea of more machines make for better business can be valuable, but when does having quality matter more than quantity?? Does more always mean more better??A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

BIG news this week with @BambuLab LEAKS and teasing of new toolheads for the @Prusa3D XL bringing even more functionality to the toolchanger 3d printer. A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Inspired by a recent @XDAVideo article on tools every 3d printing enthusiast should have, we are going to not only talk about it for enthusiasts, but also for businesses! If you are looking to start or grow your 3D Printing Business, you will definitely enjoy this talk! OUR LIST: https://b.link/MA217ToolListA HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out @construct3d https://b.link/Construct3D__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

The folks at  @ElegooOfficial  once again shook up the market with their aggressively priced Centauri and Centauri Carbon. Are these machines worth it? How do we feel as users, and manufacturers?? It's time for some real talk!Wanting to get one of the new Elegoo printers?? Use our AFFALIATE LINK and support the show: https://b.link/CentauriCarbonhttps://b.link/CentauriA HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out  @construct3d  https://construct-3d.com__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Hanging out with Jacob⁠ @construct3d ⁠ talking all about the updates to the not updating⁠ @BambuLab ⁠ 3D Printers, the community backlash, and how Bambu has responded. We now also have an official statement from⁠ @OrcaSlicer ⁠⁠ @softfever5570 ⁠ regarding continued support for the Bambu Ecosystem in the future. Many creators have made videos, with varying opinions, so we will be digesting it all and seeing exactly where we land!!We will also be discussing the latest 3D printer from⁠ @Prusa3D ⁠ the Core One, our experiences with it, and our predictions with the machine moving forward! Want to pick up a Core ONE and support the⁠ @SanjayMortimerFoundation ⁠? Use our Affiliate code: https://b.link/CORE-OneA HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,⁠ @printedsolid ⁠! Check them out: https://printedsolid.comWant to get some of the UK's fastest, and the first REAL Bamboo printer out there? Check out https://construct-3d.com__________________________________Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Hanging out with Jacob  @construct3d  talking all about the latest firmware update from  @BambuLab , its implications for users, as well as its implications for businesses! This latest update bricks users' ability to choose which slicer they want without using a new software from Bambu, further making it more difficult to use something other than Bambu Studio, with many users preferring  @OrcaSlicer  from  @softfever5570  to Bambu Studio, this is a major blow and really restricts one's right to choose. Is this about security or is it something more nefarious? Find out LIVE!! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

First stream of 2025, lets go over my predictions from last year, how those actually played out, and what my thoughts will be for the #3dprinting industry in 2025! Video from last year: https://youtube.com/live/Iq2fM0MkEAw?feature=share Topics to cover: better scanning software bambu clones multi materials open source ams's Year of Ecosystems ( @James.The.Printer ) sls competitors high temp environmental concerns (PLEASE) less open air printers A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

BLAME SPECTRUM FOR THIS ONE, I AM SORRY! With @Prusa3D releasing the CORE ONE and @SanjayMortimerFoundation 's SMRRF 2024 right around the corner, lets talk all about new releases and fundraising for the event! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

The @BambuLab RFID system for spools has been CRACKED and we have Mitch from @polarfilament to talk all about how it was done and the massive benefit to manufacturers and consumers that can come from an OPEN RFID STANDARD! https://github.com/Bambu-Research-Group/RFID-Tag-Guide A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

It seems the Plus 4 issues are behind us, so lets talk about why beta testing is so dang important, discuss my professional vs personal views on it all, and more! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we have on @RobMink of Printcepts, a company responsible for the ADORABLE Baby Belt and Crooked Crow 3D Printer designs! Check out everything Rob is working on here: https://github.com/robmink and https://www.printcepts.com/ A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week with the big chats around @makewithloop and other 3D Printing @kickstarter s I want to talk about how the platform and idea of crowdfunding has changed over the years and why it simply is not a good thing for consumers! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we will be talking about going through a Category 3 Hurricane, Hurricane Milton, as it made landfall about 45 minutes south of 3DM HQ bringing over 110MPH winds to our property causing some damages. We will go over what happened, how we dealt with it, and how we plan to do awesome things with 3D Printing to solve these and other issues! From our Off-Grid solar setup working mostly well, to flooding our shop, things got a bit interesting!! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

SO MUCH AWESOME at  @_3DPrintopia  this past weekend, so lets go through some of the amazing things we saw!! From outrunning hurricane Helene now to hurricane Milton things are interesting here... A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we have one of the Unicorn Chasers talking all about Input Shaping, how it works, and how to look at the graphs and know what is going on! Reth, AKA, Vince is known for dialing in Input Shaping PERFECTLY! If you would like to support Reth's Charity, you can do so here: https://www.3dprintingelves.org/donate-now Some about Reth: Vincent Wall is a Primary Patent Examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office, specializing in semiconductor technologies. With a background in electrical engineering and patent law, Vincent has extensive experience in analyzing and determining the patentability of complex technologies. He has also served as a law clerk for a U.S. District Magistrate Judge and worked as a Customer Service Engineer at ASML. Beyond his professional work, Vincent is active in community service, advocating for youths as a CASA and is the Chief Elf at the non-profit 3D Printing Elves in Fresno, California. He holds a Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law and advanced degrees in electrical engineering. In his free time, Vincent enjoys 3D printing and silversmithing. Check out his github: https://github.com/The-Original-Reth/Resonance-Stuff 3D Printing Elves: https://www.3dprintingelves.org/ A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

SO MANY OF YOU ASKED FOR IT!! And we deliver! This week we have @ChristaLaser on, not only a Patent Attorney, but also a PROFESSOR for patent and IP law to talk all about Prior Art and what it means for patents, specifically the @BambuLab and @Stratasys lawsuits that are currently ongoing. Christa has an event for makers Oct. 9th at 11am ET: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intellectual-property-law-for-makers-tickets-1018863376787? https://christalaser.com Some about Professor Laser: Professor Christa Laser began teaching at Cleveland State University College of Law after nearly a decade of practice experience as an intellectual property litigator at the Washington, D.C. offices of law firms WilmerHale and Kirkland & Ellis LLP. She has deep expertise in patents, trademarks, copyrights, false advertising, pharmaceutical litigation and regulation, and technology law. She has represented leading life sciences and technology companies in all stages of trial and appellate matters and consulted on legislative changes to intellectual property laws. Professor Laser's research focuses on intellectual property and innovation. Her patent law scholarship has been cited by numerous scholars, by judges of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and in briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Her research envisions an intellectual property system that supports innovation, investment, and competition across all technology areas. Professor Laser was the World Champion of the Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition. Prior to law school, she worked as a scientific researcher, where her work studying protein dynamics of photosynthesis using genetically modified bacteria and laser spectroscopy was published in the prestigious journal Science. She was also a medalist at the National Championships and North American Cup in fencing. Main channel video on Stratasys vs. Bambu Lab: https://youtu.be/ZrNMiSZPsNA A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

We have @CovenMTG 's Seth Polansky, an ACTUAL IP ATTORNEY on to discuss the implications of the @Stratasys vs. @BambuLab lawsuit from a legal perspective! Some about Seth: Seth Polansky has been a member of the Foundry General Council team since 2017, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in intellectual property, corporate, and contract law. On the corporate side, Seth's extensive background includes advising a range of businesses from startups to large government contractors. He has negotiated successful outcomes with domestic and international entities, including the US government, the UK government, and multiple state agencies. Seth also has significant experience in the arts and entertainment fields, advising illustrators, filmmakers, production companies, authors, and artists of all types. He counsels small business and artists in securing copyrights, trademarks, and intellectual property rights and regularly aids in the negotiation of contracts. Prior to joining Foundry, Seth served as General Counsel for Cellcrypt, a multinational conglomerate and leading provider of voice encryption technology. In this capacity, he was responsible for contracts, venture capital financing, board secretarial duties, export control, and general corporate legal strategy. He also worked as the Director of Contracts for CSC, one of the world's largest technology companies, where he managed all aspects of proposals, contracts, and subcontracts for hundreds of millions of dollars of US Federal and State government business. Seth also served as Deputy General Counsel for GAVI Fund, a nonprofit funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which provides immunizations to developing nations. In addition to being a key member of the Foundry team, Seth teaches Contracts and Property Law classes at industry conventions across the country, and has been an adjunct professor for the University of Maryland's advanced degree program in Project Management. He also as a Lynda.com/LinkedIn Learning Course https://www.linkedin.com/learning/contracting-for-creatives Main channel video on Stratasys vs. Bambu Lab: https://youtu.be/ZrNMiSZPsNA A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams, @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Building from our video this past week and building up to having a REAL IP LAWYER on next week, we are going to discuss the implications of the  @Stratasys  vs.  @BambuLab  lawsuit from a maker's perspective! Main channel video on Stratasys vs. Bambu Lab: https://youtu.be/ZrNMiSZPsNA A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Never have I worked with a PROFESSIONAL team builder before, until this past week and WOW it was amazing! The value it provided is something I want to share with you all and maybe you can apply a technique or 2 in your day jobs or businesses! A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Guess who's back, back again! Frankly Built! Keeping up with the tradition of every 100 episodes Frank joins us for a talk all about content, cosplay and more! Check him out:  @FranklyBuilt  A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Digging further into materials this week with Atlas 3D and 3D Resin Solutions to talk all about the basics of 3D printing resin and how to not only use it, tips and tricks, but also how to avoid exposure, because as we all know, RESIN IS TOXIC!! Check out  @Atlas3D  here: https://atlas3dss.com/?v=b0c4bc877c29 Check out  @3DResinSolutions  here: https://3drs.com/ A HUGE Thank you to the Filament Sponsor of these streams,  @printedsolid ! Check them out: https://printedsolid.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by Mitch of Polar Filament. A filament manufacturer that did not actually intend to start making filament, but they make some awesome materials right here in the USA! Based in Troy, Michigan, near Detroit, Polar has an interesting history surrounded by industrial manufacturing and realizing that if they wanted the PERFECT tolerances and to be able to control filament, they had to do it themselves! Some about Mitch and Polar: Mitch is a Software Engineer from Michigan Tech. He worked at TI Automotive, Epic, and Kuka Robotics and then co-founded Polar Filament along with two friends. Mitch works on the R&D side of things, which is mostly PLC programming, database/software design for the filament analytics, and experimenting with new materials. Polar Filament is a brand name for the filament manufactured by Douglas Innovation. In addition to Polar Filament, Douglas Innovation also does white-label manufacturing for other filament brands. Polar Filament was born out of necessity because it was too challenging to get reliable and consistent filament that didn't take months to arrive. Production is rooted in the automotive industry, so most of the quality standards are dictated by the strict requirements of the big automotive manufacturers. The most important parts of producing reliable filament is to measure everything. "Good Filament" shouldn't be subjective, but measured and quantifiable. Measuring and logging manufacturing metrics are what allow consistent results every time. Every single spool leaves a footprint, and the manufacturing data can be looked up. Recently, the focus of Polar Filament has started shifting into new materials (like PHA and Nylon) as well as novelty filaments (like color-changing, sparkly, and silk). Visit them here: https://polarfilament.com/ __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

We will be doing some dives into filament and resin in the coming weeks, so I think it is important to talk basics before we have experts come in and talk about specifics! __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week, lets talk about DRM and its implications on the 3D Printing market, both good and bad! ALSO, we will be giving away from Printed Solid JESSIE FILAMENT. Check the pinned chat comment! __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week, a solo stream, all about the market consolidation. From the @Shapeways bankruptcy, the @Formlabs acquisition of @micronics3d , @NanoDimension buying @DesktopMetal , and @printedsolid starting to produce @Prusa3D 's Prusament. LOTS to talk about! ALSO, we will be giving away from Printed Solid JESSIE FILAMENT. Check the pinned chat comment! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/mARXHxwHxP8 __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by THE BACKPACK 3D PRINTING GUY, Mitch 3D!! Mitch is best known for being at conventions like @opensaucelive , @rmrrf , and @_3DPrintopia walking around with his fully portable 3d printer strapped to his back. Let's discuss the intricacies of what makes something like this work! Check out Mitch on Twitter, IG, and TikTok via @themitch22 https://mitch3d.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Join us for a SPECIAL CADE PRIZE Episode with Phoebe Cade-Miles and Richard Miles from the @CadeMuseum as they discuss everything from how the prize started, to what it was like being the daughter of the inventor of @gatorade Some about Phoebe: "Phoebe Miles is the co-founder of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida. The museum, named after Gatorade inventor (and Miles' father) James Robert Cade, exists to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Ms. Miles designed the Museum's proprietary education curriculum, Invent Possible, a framework for lifelong STEM learning through the lens of invention. Invent Possible teaching units are tied to Next Generation Science Standards and are available to teachers at all grades. A native of Gainesville, Ms. Miles graduated Phi Beta Kappa and received a B.A. in German, a B.A. in History, and a teacher's certificate from the University of Washington in 1987. She is fluent in German and working on Spanish, Mandarin, and French. From 1988 to 2006, she and her husband spent over a decade living and working overseas in Germany, Barbados, and Argentina. They have lived intermittently in Washington D.C. since 1992 and have three adult children and three grandchildren." Some about Richard: "Richard Miles co-founded the Cade Museum and served as vice president of the Board of Directors until 2019. From 2017 to2021, Miles was a senior fellow and senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington D.C. He currently serves as chairman of the Trinity Forum and as a board member of Prison Fellowship International. A career Foreign Service officer with the U.S. Department of State from 1993 to 2009, Miles was posted domestically and overseas. His assignments included a provincial reconstruction team in Karbala, Iraq, the staff of the National Security Council at the White House, and postings in Argentina, Germany, and Barbados. During the 2016 presidential campaign, Mr. Miles served as a Latin America policy advisor to Governor Jeb Bush. From 1988 to 1991, Miles was an intelligence officer in the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment (ACR) stationed in Nuremberg, Germany. With the 2nd ACR, he participated in Operation Desert Shield in Saudi Arabia and in combat operations in Kuwait and Iraq during Operation Desert Storm. __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by Phil of Ember Prototypes, a company that makes custom build plates for your 3d printer with ANYTHING printed on it that you may like!! They are also known for their CXC calibration camera that is especially useful for toolchanger 3d printers like the @Prusa3D XL and @E3DOnline toolchanger. Those of you who own a small business and want to brand the bottom side of your print without ANY additional work, check out the Ember Prototype CUSTOM build plates here: https://www.emberprototypes.com/products/custom-textured-pei Some info from Phil: Who I am: Phil Tsao, electrical engineer turned mechatronics engineer and founder of Ember Prototypes I've worked on many things from wearables to medical devices to particle accelerators My interest in 3D printing started back in 2014 with my Printrbot Simple Metal What is Ember: A small, rapid prototyping, consulting and product design company in Vancouver, Canada. Ember focuses on three things 1 - we're a service bureau helping other engineers and tech startups prototype and manufacture parts using 3D printing, laser cutting, etc. 2 - we do product design and consulting and help clients bring their ideas from prototype to product 3 - we manufacture custom products that solve specific problems related to 3D printing, additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping Right now we're probably best known for our custom textured build plates and/or CXC calibration tool __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

NOTE: This episode has QUITE a bit of cussing in it, you have been warned! It is still a good one, that has a charitable purpose, so enjoy! This week we are joined by Daddy Wazzy, AKA Chris, who we recently met for the first time at RMRRF 24 (thats where the photo comes from!). We have been friends online for a while now and he is an exemplary individual to others and the community, so today, on fathers day, lets celebrate Daddy ha ha! Some info he wrote up: A father to 3, 2 boys and a girl. A grandfather to3 as well, all boys with a set of twins. I started my maker career early then I found 3d printing. An 8 year Navy veteran who spent most of his time serving in the Pacific. Stationed at Pearl Harbor on a Fast Frigate then some shore duty in Australia. With great risk comes great reward, stress, anxiety, loss of hair and appetite. But I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Live life, don't watch from the sideline. __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by Iwan and Waldo, the dynamic duo behind @depositionsound , a company focused on 3d printing speaker enclosures that sound AMAZING! From the FDM 5's, FDM Geo's and now the FDM 4's they are challenging the norm for how speakers should be made and how 3d printed speakers actually sound! Their mission: To provide the absolute best sound experience at a budget price point using additive manufacturing for cabinet construction. Eliminate waste (no MDF/wood off-cuts or dust), promote the decentralization of manufacturing through 3D printing partnerships, etc. We are constantly creating! Newer, better, "funner" designs are currently in the works. Finally, we try not to use hyperbole or overly exotic language to describe our speakers. Yes, we pursue excellence. But we are not a high-end audio company chasing the last 0.01% of sonic nirvana. Instead, we're here to promote fun, creativity, and turn people on to the joy of good audio. Hold us accountable. We welcome feedback and always strive to do what is right. Check them out: https://depositionsound.com __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by Robert of @Armored_Turtle-RK who we met at @rmrrf where he showed us his awesome project 8-Track, an OPEN SOURCE AMS compatible with ANY Klipper Printer! We figured a podcast is better than a short interview, so buckle up as we dive into what makes this possible! From the Owner: Robert Klotz - I make and share a wide variety of 3d printed projects, most notably 8-Track. 8-Track is a modular automated filament changing system. At it's core it as simple as a lane based MMU can get. Being modular 8-track is not only scalable but can employ from the most basic of features to full fledged spool management and inventory. 8-Track is a WIP. Socials: X: @ArmoredTurtleRK Relevant to project: Join their Discord!: https://discord.gg/n8dVvdxwyZ The project lives here: https://github.com/ArmoredTurtle/8-Track-Raven-Alpha __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined Liz AKA @pezliz ! Liz has been on the journey of knowledge for years now in this industry and we figured we should share some with you all! Liz streams several times weekly over on Twitch: https://twitch.tv/pezliz https://pezliz.com Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/kJo0a2qlWJE __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by the awesome guys at @rackrobo , the creators of a VERY AFFORDABLE Wire EDM! Traditionally Wire EDM (Electric Discharge Machining) devices run tens of thousands of dollars, but Rack Robotics set to change that. Starting under $300 they are bringing wire EDM to the masses at an incredible price! Check them out here: https://rackrobo.io/ Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GOVwkNbP1M __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

It is Mother's Day in the USA, so we have some AWESOME mothers joining us to talk all about what it is like being a Maker and a MOM! @creatrix_britt @G33kT3chstudio will both be joining this week! Check out Britt here: https://linktr.ee/creatrix_britt Check out G33kT3ch Studios here: https://linktr.ee/g33kt3chstudios Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd_fvlC5EPE __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we have the General Manager of @Positron3D on to discuss everything that went into this new ultra portable upside down 3d printer available now! The idea of The Positron 3D Printer is one that just makes you go "huh" seemingly designed to be hard mode for 3d printing, it actually can fold up and fit into a standard filament box! This allows it to not only pack up into a very small space to even fit in a carry on bag for an airplane, but makes it very easy to set up and tear down! Check it out here: https://positron3d.com/ Topics to Cover: Why upside down No, seriously, why upside down Where did the idea for this come from? Wait, the bed is heated and clear??? AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siSjzZ_E-Dg __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

The Rocky Mountain Rep Rap Fest was just last week. We saw some AMAZING things and it is TOTALLY worth talking about in a longer format! Some things to discuss: What we saw and loved Some things that could have been better What we did different What you can expect as far as content AND MORE!! @rmrrf Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tcrEEt13Qs __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we will dive into the ever changing landscape of 3D Printing. How only a few years ago machines were CHALLENGES and now, well, they are more appliances. This means changes are coming and that's okay! Topics to cover: Why this change is occurring Why the commodity of 3d printing is good why the commodity of 3d printing is bad What impacts it will have on the industry as a whole AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRi_D8CwNqI __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

This week we are joined by AJAX who is behind the TD-1, a tool to help you figure out transmission distance for your filament to make using programs like Hue Forge easier! Learn more about it here: https://ajax-3d.com/ Topics to cover: Why does the Transmission Distance matter? How does the TD-1 work? How did you come up with this idea? AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpSJqwtIA8Y __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

Networking is not always fun, but as the saying goes, it is not about WHAT you know, it is about WHO you know. We will discuss why! Topics to cover: Networking for introverts Why networking is important Some basic networking tips Why you probably have been doing it and dont realize How to make networking fun! AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESCKf010rkI __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

When you first start a business you have to wear a BUNCH of hats, but quickly you will see that while you CAN do ANYTHING, you cannot realistically do EVERYTHING. So you get forced to make some tough decisions. Let's talk about them. Topics to cover: Some of the jobs you did not think you would have to do The importance of delegation Why many small businesses fail for this common reason AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGUfsYXIQ74 __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

We have talked about finding you passion, investing and cultivating relationships, now, its time to talk community. Being in the community, no matter what community it is, that will help you get known is critical to building your brand presence online. Topics to cover: Why you should be a part of a community What are some downsides to being in a community What you should look for in a community AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqhKcFCXZaw __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!

In a recent conversation a buddy asked me a question: If you cut open an apple, can you count how many seeds are in it? Of course you can, but how many apples will those seeds produce if properly taken care of? This is the concept of playing the long game when it comes to business. Invest in the growth of your team, your clients, your leads, etc. and watch your orchard grow! Topics to cover: Why should I be playing the long game for sales? Why not just get paid and move on? Why long term clients are better than short term. AND MORE!!! Looking for a stream to watch after we finish our stream, check out  @SteveBuilds 's latest stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0uUAF5rUN4 __________________________________ Do you have an idea you want to get off the ground? Reach out to the Making Awesome Podcast through https://3DMusketeers.com/podcast and someone will get you set up to be a guest!