सर्वश्रेष्ठ Lean Manufacturing पॉडकास्टस (2025)

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Majoring On The Majors | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E124 49:54

6d ago49:54

49:54

Tiny improvements won’t move the company forward unless leaders also make the big decisions. Lean is life-changing, but you can’t lean your way into a clear vision. You have to choose it. That means looking honestly at customers, pricing, equipment, automation, space, and your team, and fixing what really bugs you at the highest level. That lesson …

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How Don Kieffer Applies Toyota Thinking to Modern Knowledge Work 50:31

11d ago50:31

50:31

Don Kieffer has spent more than fifty years redesigning how real work gets done. In this episode, he explains why so many improvement efforts stall—and how Dynamic Work Design offers a clearer, more practical way forward. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Don traces his path from machinist to Vice President of Operational Excellence at …

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Lean Saved Their Factory: Fire Prevention, Inventory Wins & Q4 Strategy | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E123 44:59

13d ago44:59

44:59

It's Cyber Monday, and Andrew and Jay dive into year-end strategy, the real cost of Black Friday sales, and why deep discounts often hurt more than they help. They also discuss how lean manufacturing practices literally saved an entire 60,000 sq ft facility after a major fire. Elsewhere, Andrew shares the importance of using LinkedIn with intention…

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Building a Company That Can Survive Without You | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E122 54:53

20d ago54:53

54:53

Andrew opens with a simple shop-floor idea that changed how their teams celebrate progress: a six-inch clear tube filled with colored marbles. That playful visual turns into a deeper conversation between Jay and Andrew about the power of collective improvement, the limits of mental capacity as organizations grow, and the art of estimating through F…

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The Best First CNC Machine | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E121 1:14:09

27d ago1:14:09

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When Jay asks what machine someone should buy to start a small job shop, Andrew gives a direct answer: without committed, repeatable work, he wouldn’t buy anything. But both Jay and Andrew do offer their recommendations, and that opens a broader conversation about the unstable economics of prototypes, customers who send sketches instead of CAD, and…

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From Firefighting to Flow: Darren Walsh on Lean Leadership Routines that Sustain Results 52:57

1M ago52:57

52:57

My guest for Episode #539 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Darren Walsh, author of Making Lean and Continuous Improvement Work: A Leader’s Guide to Increasing Consistency and Getting Significantly More Done in Less Time. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Darren is the Director and Leadership Coach at Making Lean Work Ltd and holds…

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The Power of Looking Back | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E120 54:32

1M ago54:32

54:32

In this episode, Andrew and Jay take a walk down memory lane. What starts as Andrew revisiting old shop photos turns into a conversation about the hidden value of reflection in a culture obsessed with constant improvement. The two discuss how looking back fuels gratitude, strengthens company culture, and reminds teams that today’s “normal” was once…

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Lessons from the Gemba Summit in Belfast | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E119 56:18

1M ago56:18

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Fresh off the Gemba Summit in Belfast, Andrew shares lessons from across the pond with Jay. What starts as a deep dive into lean culture at the Titanic Belfast turns into a candid conversation about scaling small businesses, visiting your vendors, and rethinking what it means to “fix what bugs you.” Andrew and Jay unpack how lean principles evolve …

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How to Cut Through Workplace Chaos: Nelson Repenning on Lean, Flow & Dynamic Work Design 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

My guest for Episode #538 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Nelson Repenning, Faculty Director of the MIT Leadership Center and co-creator of Dynamic Work Design. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Nelson describes himself as an "organizational engineer," helping leaders redesign the routines and decisions that determine how work re…

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Think in Seasons, Not Sprints | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E118 45:36

2M ago45:36

45:36

How do you lead your company through the chaos and cadence of a production year without burning out your team or yourself? In this episode, Jay and Andrew unpack Andrew’s “Four Quarter Business Rhythm” document, his framework for understanding seasonal production cycles, planning proactively, and preparing his team to thrive when it's go-time. From…

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Building Excellence Through Quality and Psychological Safety -- ASQ Cincinnati 2025 Preview 15:22

2M ago15:22

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In this special bonus episode of Lean Blog Interviews, Mark Graban is joined by C.J. Kaufman, Education Chair for the ASQ Cincinnati Section, to preview the ASQ Southwest Ohio 2025 Conference, themed “Excellence Through Quality.” Episode page with transcript, video, and more Taking place Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Mason, Ohio, the event brings …

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The Power of Fractional Expertise | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E117 55:32

2M ago55:32

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Andrew and Jay dive into the art of optimization, from shaving seconds off CNC cycles to teaching kids the power of one-piece flow. Andrew shares how tuning a Brother machine saved 13 hours across a 5,000-part run and reflects on when optimization really pays off. The two discuss lean principles in action, shop tours, and the balance between effici…

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Why Care: Building Respectful Lean Cultures with Caroline Greenlee & Chris Butterworth 51:05

2M ago51:05

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My guests for Episode #537 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast are Caroline Greenlee and Chris Butterworth, two of the three co-authors (with Chris Warner) of the book Why Care: How Thriving Individuals Create Thriving Cultures of Continuous Improvement Within Organizations. Episode page with transcript and more In this conversation, we discuss the…

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Stolen Trailer | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E116 32:39

2M ago32:39

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In this episode, Jay recounts the story of a stolen trailer from his tiny home business, leading into a broader discussion on trust, theft, and logistics nightmares. Andrew follows with reflections on manufacturing safety, freight failures, and the unexpected lessons of customer service—both good and bad.…

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Ask Us Anything! — Lean Coffee Talk with Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh 3:36

2M ago3:36

3:36

In this short bonus episode, I’m joined by my friend and Lean Coffee Talk co-host, Jamie Flinchbaugh. We’re inviting you — our listeners and fellow continuous-improvement thinkers — to help shape upcoming conversations. We’d love to hear your questions about Lean, leadership, culture, and problem-solving. The best discussions often start with the t…

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The 95% Rule: Finish What You Start | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E115 54:32

2M ago54:32

54:32

Jay and Andrew kick off with a quick story about “the yips” — that sudden moment when everything you know just disappears — and use it to launch into a deeper discussion about what makes great shops tick. They unpack why even pros break down under pressure, how systems and habits keep you grounded, and why finishing what you start matters more than…

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New Catalysis CEO Carlos Scholz on Lean Healthcare, Leadership, and Psychological Safety 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

In Episode 536 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast, Mark Graban talks with Carlos Scholz, the new CEO of Episode page with video, transcript, and more In this episode, Carlos shares lessons from his Lean journey—starting with one-piece flow in apparel manufacturing and continuing through large-scale healthcare transformations. He explains why lasti…

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Building Systems That Don’t Break | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E114 51:31

3M ago51:31

51:31

Running a business means living in the tension between control and chaos—and this week, Jay and Andrew talk about both. From tariffs and supply chain headaches to the quirks of wire EDM and CO₂ lasers, they explore how shops adapt when material costs, sourcing, and technology throw curveballs. Along the way, they swap stories about spotless autobod…

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From Toolpaths to Turntables | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E113 59:33

3M ago59:33

59:33

This episode of the Lean Built Podcast starts in the shop but ends up on stage. Andrew and Jay begin by discussing machining decisions—when to model details in CAD versus when to let CAM and shop standards handle them, edge breaks, chamfers, and the balance between aesthetics and efficiency. But midway, the conversation takes a turn into music...co…

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Previewing the LPPDE 2025 Conference with Geoff Neiley & Andrew Wagner 14:05

3M ago14:05

14:05

In this bonus episode of Lean Blog Interviews, host Mark Graban is joined by Geoff Neiley (chair) and Andrew Wagner (co-chair) of the Lean Product & Process Development Exchange (LPPDE). The 2025 North America Conference will be held October 27–30 in Milwaukee, bringing together Lean practitioners, leaders, and innovators to share insights on reduc…

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Profitable at Any Price: Lessons from Toyota, Daily Kaizen, and Safer Workplaces with Gregg Stocker 46:39

3M ago46:39

46:39

Episode blog post with video, transcript, and more My guest for Episode #535 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Gregg Stocker, a seasoned Lean practitioner, consultant, and author. Over the past 30+ years, Gregg has worked across industries, including oil and gas, energy services, manufacturing, and construction, guiding both independent operat…

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Flexibility vs. Control | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E112 58:01

3M ago58:01

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What’s better: a locked-down, push-button system or total control over every parameter? In this episode, Andrew and Jay wrestle with that question across the shop floor and beyond. They start with Haas’ robotic pallet loader and the limits of locked waypoints, then branch into the bigger design dilemma—do customers really want simplicity, or do the…

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Defending Against Knockoffs | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E111 53:54

3M ago53:54

53:54

Jay and Andrew unpack the recent sale of Heller to DN Solutions and what it reveals about brand value, culture shifts, and the economics of high-ticket, low-volume machines. They move from industry news to the shop floor, comparing palletized workholding with soft jaws, weighing costs against flexibility, and sharing how small changes can unlock si…

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Don't Repeat Our Mistakes: Dale Lucht's Leadership Habits for Lean 57:55

3M ago57:55

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My guest for Episode #534 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Dale Lucht, co-author of the new book Don't Repeat Our Mistakes: Nine Lessons for Leaders Championing Cultural Transformations. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Dale has led Lean transformations in manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services, and he brings decades o…

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The Lie of Urgency | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E110 51:57

3M ago51:57

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Scarcity sells. But at what cost? In this episode of Lean Built, Jay and Andrew dig into the world of false urgency, hype marketing, and smoke-and-mirrors business tactics. From eBay nostalgia to NFT mania, they unpack how artificial scarcity (and a lot of other practices) can undermine trust while genuine value builds it. Along the way, they share…

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Previewing the AME 2025 International Conference & Workshops with William Harvey 14:29

4M ago14:29

14:29

In this bonus episode of Lean Blog Interviews, Mark Graban is joined by William Harvey, AME 2025 Workshop Chair (and 2026 Conference Chair), to preview the AME Annual Conference coming up in St. Louis, October 6–9, 2025. Topics We Discuss ✅ Why AME is for all continuous improvement leaders—not just manufacturing ✅ The 2025 conference theme: Gateway…

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What Happens When the Boss Leaves? | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E109 34:21

4M ago34:21

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This week’s conversation covers a little bit of everything. Andrew shares stories from his trip to Japan, including what he noticed at Matsuura’s factory and a clever little chip briquetting machine that has everyone asking questions. Jay talks about viral video surprises on Instagram and YouTube, and the two compare notes on carts, pallet wrapping…

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Building Independent, Empowered Teams Through 6 Transformational Leadership Habits, with Cheryl Jekiel 54:14

4M ago54:14

54:14

My guest for Episode #533 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Cheryl Jekiel, founder of the Lean Leadership Center and a longtime advocate for aligning continuous improvement with people-centered leadership. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Cheryl is the author of Lean Human Resources, and her latest book, Let Go to Lead: Six Habits…

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Lean Smarts Podcast: Lean Manufacturing | Leadership

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Majoring On The Majors | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E124 49:54

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How Don Kieffer Applies Toyota Thinking to Modern Knowledge Work 50:31

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Lean Saved Their Factory: Fire Prevention, Inventory Wins & Q4 Strategy | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E123 44:59

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Building a Company That Can Survive Without You | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E122 54:53

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The Best First CNC Machine | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E121 1:14:09

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From Firefighting to Flow: Darren Walsh on Lean Leadership Routines that Sustain Results 52:57

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The Power of Looking Back | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E120 54:32

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Lessons from the Gemba Summit in Belfast | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E119 56:18

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How to Cut Through Workplace Chaos: Nelson Repenning on Lean, Flow & Dynamic Work Design 56:10

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Think in Seasons, Not Sprints | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E118 45:36

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Building Excellence Through Quality and Psychological Safety -- ASQ Cincinnati 2025 Preview 15:22

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The Power of Fractional Expertise | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E117 55:32

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Why Care: Building Respectful Lean Cultures with Caroline Greenlee & Chris Butterworth 51:05

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Stolen Trailer | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E116 32:39

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Ask Us Anything! — Lean Coffee Talk with Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh 3:36

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The 95% Rule: Finish What You Start | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E115 54:32

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New Catalysis CEO Carlos Scholz on Lean Healthcare, Leadership, and Psychological Safety 59:59

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Building Systems That Don’t Break | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E114 51:31

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From Toolpaths to Turntables | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E113 59:33

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Previewing the LPPDE 2025 Conference with Geoff Neiley & Andrew Wagner 14:05

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Profitable at Any Price: Lessons from Toyota, Daily Kaizen, and Safer Workplaces with Gregg Stocker 46:39

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Flexibility vs. Control | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E112 58:01

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Defending Against Knockoffs | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E111 53:54

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Don't Repeat Our Mistakes: Dale Lucht's Leadership Habits for Lean 57:55

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The Lie of Urgency | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E110 51:57

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Previewing the AME 2025 International Conference & Workshops with William Harvey 14:29

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What Happens When the Boss Leaves? | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E109 34:21

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Building Independent, Empowered Teams Through 6 Transformational Leadership Habits, with Cheryl Jekiel 54:14

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