
The DFX podcast is an ongoing conversation about making, CNC fabrication and micro scale manufacturing from the perspective of three solo makers and their occasional guest hosts. Co-hosted by Winston Moy (@winstonmakes), Ed Kramer (@ekramer3) and Chris Lee (@chrislee.design).
The DFX podcast is an ongoing conversation about making, CNC fabrication and micro scale manufacturing from the perspective of three solo makers and their occasional guest hosts. Co-hosted by Winston Moy (@winstonmakes), Ed Kramer (@ekramer3) and Chris Lee (@chrislee.design).
Episodes

Apr 25, 2023
Ep.073 - Reunion
Apr 25, 2023
Apr 25, 2023
1hr 4 min
It has been ages since the last show but the crew returns for our first 2023 episode. Winston, Chris and Ed catch up on what each is doing these days, the future of US manufacturing and shop goals for the year.
Available now on Apple Podcasts (link in bio), Spotify and Google Podcasts.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com
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#dfxpodcast #thedigitalfabricationexperiment #maker #instamachinist #makersgonnamake
Links
Within Tolerance Podcast (@withintolerancepodcast on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/withintolerancepodcast
Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future - https://www.hadrian.co
Winston’s aerospace drink coaster video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LETehu0Izcg
Ed’s MCD-finished Christmas ornaments - https://www.instagram.com/p/ClMZPlduYjO/

Apr 1, 2022
Ep. 072 - The Machinist’s Imperative
Apr 1, 2022
Apr 1, 2022
34 min
Marvin Groeb (@marvgro) returns to DFX! Eddie and Marvin catch up on what Marvin has been doing since he was last on the show.
Winston and Chris have the day off but will be back for the next episode.
Available now on Apple Podcasts (link in bio), Spotify and Google Podcasts.
Or stream directly from
Links
Marvin Groeb (@marvgro on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/marvgro/

Mar 4, 2022
Ep.071 - Spacetime
Mar 4, 2022
Mar 4, 2022
1hr 7 min
We’re back! Chris updates us on his exciting new job at Amazon’s Project Kuiper. The gang talks SpaceX. Winston is keeping busy at Carbide 3D. Eddie talks 2022 business planning and lessons learned on some recent jobs.
Available now on Apple Podcasts (link in bio), Spotify and Google Podcasts.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com
.
#dfxpodcast #thedigitalfabricationexperiment #maker #instamachinist #makersgonnamake
Links
Amazon Project Kuiper - https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/innovation-at-amazon/project-kuiper-announces-plans-and-launch-provider-for-prototype-satellites
SpaceX update from Elon Musk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3N7L8Xhkzqo

Oct 26, 2021
Ep. 070 - Xometry‘s Greg Paulsen
Oct 26, 2021
Oct 26, 2021
59 min
Winston and Chris talk with DFX guest Greg Paulsen, Director of Application Engineering at Xometry.
Greg talks about his journey into manufacturing and what it means to deliver manufacturing as a service including additive and CNC-based technologies.
Ed was unavailable for this episode but will be back for DFX71.
Available now on Apple Podcasts (link in bio), Spotify and Google Podcasts.
Or stream directly from
Links
Check out Xometry’s 3D printing service and CNC machining service today (links below)
Xometry 3D Printing Service - https://www.xometry.com/capabilities/3d-printing-service
Xometry CNC Machining Service - https://www.xometry.com/capabilities/cnc-machining-service/

Sep 20, 2021
Ep. 069 - HDM and L.E.O.
Sep 20, 2021
Sep 20, 2021
46 min
Winston tells us all about the recently announced Shapeoko HDM. Chris has exciting news. Ed focuses on the business of business.
Available now on Apple Podcasts (link in bio), Spotify and Google Podcasts.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com
.
#dfxpodcast #thedigitalfabricationexperiment #maker #instamachinist #makersgonnamake

Jul 27, 2021
Ep. 068 - Cool Runnings
Jul 27, 2021
Jul 27, 2021
47 min
Ed finally gets proper AC in the shop. Winston is cooking up a mechatronics camera slider. Chris MIPS up for Fusion.
Available now on Apple Podcasts (link in bio), Spotify and Google Podcasts.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com

May 21, 2021
Ep. 067 - Vaxxed!
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
59 min
Ed goes additive shopping. Chris refines his career/life plan. Winston designs for injection molding. Chris deals with a complicated work holding challenge. Ed dials in speeds/feeds for 2-color HDPE composite parts. Winston dreams of an ATC.
Available now on iTunes (link in bio), Spotify and the Google Play Store.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com

May 2, 2021
Ep. 066 - Shop Update
May 2, 2021
May 2, 2021
1hr 10 min
Ed runs a shiny job for John Grimsmo Knives. Chris gets his mill/turn groove on. Winston runs some carbon fiber work. Party Barn sign update.
Available now on iTunes (link in bio), Spotify and the Google Play Store.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com

Apr 2, 2021
Ep. 065 - Haas-o-mation
Apr 2, 2021
Apr 2, 2021
1hr 11 min
Chris dishes the details on a simple but clever approach to batch machining automation. Ed’s in-machine GoPro rig is a winner. Winston has new machine news for us.
Available now on iTunes (link in bio), Spotify and the Google Play Store.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com

Mar 24, 2021
Ep. 064 - Supercritical Burnout?
Mar 24, 2021
Mar 24, 2021
1hr 14 min
The guys talk about the risk of ruining what you love in the transition from hobbyist to professional.
Shop updates and more.
Available now on iTunes (link in bio), Spotify and the Google Play Store.
Or stream directly from
https://dfxpodcast.efk3.com
