NC Shop Talk

Are you a fan of bespoke leather products? A good quality leather product is a work of art. It is something you’ll cherish for a long time. It can also be a good conversation piece. There are a few reliable companies that create sustainable leather to supply the needs of the leather industry. In today’s episode, Mal talks to Randy Maggard, Automotive Division Manager who also handles several aviation accounts for Moore & Giles...

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive, and successful. It is also known for supporting philanthropic organizations like the Corporate Angel Network, Air Charity Network, and Veterans Airlift Command. In addition, NBAA hosts the most prominent annual aviation trade show...

When decorating your space, would you go for bare floors or designer rugs? Rugs definitely add a layer of warmth to a room with their luxurious materials and textures. Rugs transform an interior with different colors, textures, and patterns and reflect your style. But where do you get the exact carpet you need? Fret no more. Nourison doesn’t like bare floors as much as you do. So they would love to help you craft a custom rug for your space...

How would you like to have beautifully designed interiors done efficiently? Better yet, how would you like to learn the craft? If your answer is yes, you're going to love this episode with today's guest Bryan Schmitt, founder and CEO of Mobile Solutions. Bryan has extensive experience in the automotive aftermarket. He designed and constructed award-winning car audio systems bringing him worldwide recognition as a leader in the design and fabrication industry...

What does it take to become a master trimmer? Aside from getting formal training, nothing beats years of hands-on experience and a love of the craft. After years of being known as “the owner's son,” his ambition to create something on his own drove Steve Kurzman to open The Custom Stitching Co. (CSC) in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

The Custom Stitching Co. is not your average upholstery shop...

Dude’s Fab Shop is a fabrication shop specializing in custom vehicles, specifically custom trucks. They have a fully equipped shop to meet all your fabrication needs, including CNC plasma cutting, MIG, TIG, Flux Core, stick welding, and oxy fuel cutting. The shop is owned and operated by young couple Dalton Lovejoy and Maddie Heater. 

Dalton bought his first truck when he was 15...

Are you up for some serious conversation? How do you transcend political differences and just really listen to each other? Or would you rather shut up so you do not offend anyone? Today's guest is US Army Combat Veteran-turned-entrepreneur Jimmy Compton. Jimmy is the man behind  The Proper Gentleman, a company that provides custom bespoke leather goods for men. Mal describes Jimmy as a patriot, a great brand builder, and a maverick...

Are you a frequent traveler? Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, flying is usually the safest and most convenient way to reach your destination. However, your overall experience as a passenger determines how happy you are with your flight. If you work in the aviation industry, you know that this same experience makes passengers decide whether to fly with your airline again and recommend it to others...

How do you craft custom interiors purely by hand? It definitely takes a lot of work, artistry, and dedication. And this guy can do it with excellent results that leave his customers very happy. So get ready for another exciting and super fun conversation with today's guest, Shannon Walters, owner of Interiors by Shannon, a one-man shop based in Alabama...

“It doesn't matter whether it's a busted out bike or a rusted out roadster, Joe Martin and his crew are hard at work giving vehicles another chance in life.”- Iron Resurrection

If you've been watching the Iron Resurrection, you're in for a treat. Joe Martin, winner of Discovery Channel's "Biker Build-Off'', and his wife Mandi dropped by the show to chat with Mal. The couple runs Martin Bros...