What’s Next for Fully Threaded Radio?
07/24/2011 06:41 PM CDT
What’s Next for Fully Threaded Radio?
By Eric Dudas, guest blogger
As I was editing some audio for the next episode of Fully Threaded Radio, I began jotting some main points for a show promo. In the process, it occurred to me, as it does from time to time when I sit back in reflection, we’ve got something really cool going on here.
Listening to Bruce Darling present his take on steel prices, or the effects of the disaster in Japan on the fastener industry is like sitting in an advanced level seminar. Hearing him describe behind the scenes goings on during the negotiations for Heads is an amazing opportunity for anyone in our industry. The man has insights. Outside of an association meeting here or there, how would the industry get access to a presentation like this one by Bruce?
Fully Threaded Radio listeners will get that opportunity when we publish the next installment of on-demand, take it wherever you go, Internet talk radio for the fastener industry.
And it’s free of charge.
We began our adventure in podcasting with the creation of FTR, a little over a year ago, in hopes of developing a new media entity for the fastener industry. We wanted it to be informative and entertaining. We hoped it would reflect well on the FCH Sourcing Network, a growing community of fastener professionals in its own right that continues to expand. And we wanted it to add an element of fun to our business and yours, all the while keeping a serious eye on the business end of fasteners.
So far, I think we’ve succeeded. We’ve had guests from across the industry and from every level. We’ve discussed some important issues and events as well as some that have been slightly off-topic, much to the consternation of some old sticks in the mud, a few of whom we’ve since converted to friends and listeners. We’ve also made a few mistakes and improved because of them.
This month we welcome Beacon Fasteners & Components, www.beaconfasteners.com, to the Fully Threaded Radio family as our first title sponsor. I’ve always thought that Beacon has had the funniest and most creative print ads in the industry, and we could not be happier that they’ve joined us to drive the new media ahead. Recently, Beacon announced the expansion of their machine screw business, so we have an excellent chance to put our influence to the test.
All of these are positive developments, and I’m grateful for the support we’ve received along the way. What should we be doing going forward?
We have a few ideas, of course, and we hope you’ll tune in as we bring them to life. There will be more of what you like, fastener industry interviews, market perspectives and event coverage, along with ample discussions of fishing, fastener dogs and free beer. But we’re hoping to raise the bar a few levels as well, and your positive energy and input is very welcome.
What will you hear from FTR in coming episodes, and who else will join with us to make it happen? I hope you’ll click in to find out.
Eric Dudas
Fully Threaded Radio
FastenersClearingHouse.com
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