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Arc Junkies
Arc Junkies is a Welding Podcast that is on a mission to help, educate and inspire the next generation of welders. Each week I talk to a new guest about their journey as a welder. Throughout the episodes, we cover different techniques, processes, variables, technical information and life lessons.
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381. Don't Quit w/ Jason Becker
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380. That First Minute Changes Everything w/ Ryan Eubank
In this week’s episode, Jason Becker welcomes back longtime friend and mentor Ryan Eubank, along with his student Matt Nonato, for a powerful conversa...
Weld Wednesdays w/ AWS Starting a Welding Business What I wish I Knew w/ Kevin Johnson
In this episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS, I sit down with Kevin Johnson, host of the Welding Business Owners Podcast, owner of JAMW Fabrication, and...
379. “The Questions That Build Safer Welds.” w/ Kim Meszaros
This week, Jason talks with welding engineer Kim Meszaros about the why behind codes and standards. Kim explains how ASME Section IX and other codes e...
Fronius Friday from FabTech 2025
In this Bonus episode of Arc Junkies, I sit down and chat with Wesley Doneth and Chris Bajek from Fronius USA to talk about some of thier new equipmen...
378. The Story of the Bead Man w/ Dante Terrell
This week on Arc Junkies, I sit down with Dante — a pipe welder and rap artist who’s built a career balancing two worlds. Dante shares his story of st...
Bonus: Weld Wednesday w/ AWS Dr. Josh Burgess Recorded at FabTech 2025
In this bonus episode of Weld Wednesday w/ AWS I'm chatting with incoming president Dr. Josh Burgess. Dr. Burgess started his career as a welder in Hi...
377. From Puppets to Pit Bikes: Alex Jordan’s Welding Journey
Alex Jordan may spend his nine-to-five building animatronics and puppets for places like Universal and Disney, but that’s just the beginning of his we...
Weld Wednesday w/ AWS FabTech 2025 w/ Matt Ruben
Fabtech 2025 is almost here! Jason sits down with Matt Rubin, Managing Director of Sales and Expositions for AWS, to break down everything you need to...
376. Known Flaws, Real Lessons: Building Better Inspectors w/ Jeremy Ring
“Sonaspection has been keeping inspectors honest since 1980—by making flaws on purpose. This week, Jeremy Ring joins me to talk NDT, mentorship, and h...
Weld Wednesdays w/ AWS Future-Proofing Welding Careers: Automation, AI, and Additive Manufacturing Feat. Teresa Melfi & Josh Sullivan
In this episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS, I’m joined by Teresa Melfi and Josh Sullivan from Lincoln Electric to talk about the evolving role of auto...
Weld Wednesday w/ AWS "Community Impact: How Welding Competitions Are Shaping the Next Generation" w/ Mariana Ludmer
In this episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS, I sit down with Mariana Ludmer—Operations Manager at California Welding Institute and long-time AWS volunt...
375. Hitting Pause Not Stop w/ Jason Becker
In this special solo episode, I’m taking a moment to talk directly to all of you—the listeners who’ve made Arc Junkies what it is today. I’ve been gri...
374. Bird’s Eye View from Under the Hood w/ Dusty James
In this episode, I catch up with my friend and fellow educator Dusty James. We talk about life under the hood and behind the camera—raising kids while...
State of the Arc #8 Welding in 2025: Tools, Trends, and Talent That Matter
In this episode of State of the Arc, Jason Becker breaks down four of the most important trends shaping the welding industry in 2025. We start with th...
State of the Arc #7: Steel, Reactors, and Rod Ovens: Welding Trends You Need to Know
In this episode of State of the Arc, Jason Becker breaks down four major developments reshaping the welding industry right now.
First, we look a...
373. Take Pride in What You Do w/ Al Moore
In this episode, Jason Becker sits down with Albert Moore, Jr., a true industry veteran with over 50 years of experience in structural steel, welding...
State of the Arc #6: Smart Factories, Heavy Equipment Welding, Infrastructure Jobs & Tax Policy Shifts
In this episode of State of the Arc, I cover four high-impact stories shaping the future of welding and manufacturing in America. First, we break down...
Weld Wednesdays Changes to the D1.1:2025 Structural Steel Code Book
Summary
In this episode of Weld Wednesdays, Jason Becker and Daryl Peterson discuss the recent updates to the AWS D1.1 structural steel code, fo...
372. Living on the EDGE w/ Stacia and Eric Mueller
In this episode, Jason sits down with Eric and Stacia Mueller, owners of Edge Welding Cups, to discuss how they’ve built a family-run business that's...
State of the Arc #5 – Battery Welding in Rail, $44B Alaska Pipeline, Buyouts Over Builds, and Robots on the Jobsite
In this episode of State of the Arc, we’re covering four of the most talked-about developments shaping the welding and skilled trades world right now:...
371. Why Laser Welding Isn’t Just a Gimmick w/ Rex Alexandre
What’s up Arc Junkies, welcome back to the show! Joining me this week is Rex from the Handheld Laser Institute. In this episode, we demystify the tech...
State of the Arc #4 – Infrared Inspection, Laser-Hybrid Welding, Wage Growth & Gulf Coast Pipeline Expansion
In this episode of State of the Arc, I'm bringing you the top stories that matter:
Infrared Welding Inspection: Exploring how thermal imaging i...
370. Training the Next Generation w/ Austin Ross & Leo Martinez
In this weeks episode I'm chatting in person w/ Austin Ross and Leo Martinez. Austin stopped by the shop and we decided to chat about their travels on...
State of the Arc #3: Exxon’s $8B Build, OSHA’s Crackdown, Welding School Pipelines & Ag Fab Jobs
In this week’s episode of State of the Arc, we dive into:
ExxonMobil’s proposed $8.6B plastics plant in Texas and its potential impact on weldi...
369. Welding the Future: Automation, Innovation & Miller Electric
In this episode of Arc Junkies, I sit down with Sam Noland, Product Manager, and Kodi Welch, Market Segment Manager, from Miller Electric to talk all...
State of the Arc #2: Welding in 2025 — Tariffs, Renewables, Certs & AI Inspection
In this episode of State of the Arc, we're diving into four major trends shaping the welding and fabrication world in 2025.
🔧 Topic 1: How risi...
Weld Wednesday w/ AWS Certifications Without Borders w/ Steve Snyder
In this episode of Weld Wednesdays with AWS, Jason Becker talks with global welding leader Steve Snyder about the expanding international footprint of...
368. Rebuilding Welding Education w/ Nick Mcmillen and Ziad Bedran
In this episode, I’m joined by Nick Mcmillen and Ziad Bedran, co-founders of OWETEC Services, a welding education and consulting company that’s rewrit...
State of the Arc #1: Robotic Welding Certs, Welder Shortage Reality, and D1.1 2025 Updates
Welcome to the very first bonus episode of State of the Arc, powered by Arc Junkies!
This is your fast, no-fluff update on what's happening rig...
367. The Pursuit of "Why" w/ Tim Lucas
This week on Arc Junkies, Jason is joined by Tim Lucas — Marine Corps veteran, CWI, metal artist, and AWS Section leader. Tim shares his journey from...
366. TIG Tight and Shop Strong w/ Gavin Young of Baer Welding
In this episode, Jason talks with Gavin Young from Baer Welding in Providence, Utah. Gavin shares his journey from sweeping floors at age 12 to workin...
365. Sign of the Times w/ Jake LeGrand
In this episode, Jason sits down with Jake LeGrand to talk about everything from Fabtech networking to the realities of running a custom sign-making b...
Weld Wednesdays w/ AWS State of the Industry 2025 w/ Dick Holdren
In this conversation, Jason and Dick Holdren discuss the current state of the welding industry, focusing on the importance of skills training, the cha...
364. Go-NoGo w/ Kyle Taylor
Joining me this week is Kyle Taylor, owner and operator of @gogauge Kyle is currently a Certified Welding Supervisor prepping for his CWI and ultimate...
363. Metal Health w/ Steve Kost
In this captivating episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, host Jason Becker chats with Steve Kost, a veteran and accomplished ironworker, as they explor...
362. Stairway to Success with Jonathan Webster of JD Stairs
In this captivating episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, Jason welcomes Jonathan, the mastermind behind JD Stairs, for a deep dive into the intricacies...
Weld Wednesdays w/ AWS Virtual Reality and E-Learning Tools
Summary
In this conversation, Dr. Travis Jumper discusses the advancements in welding training technologies, particularly focusing on virtual an...
361. The Science of Grinding w. Ryan Boyd
Ryan Boyd is the Director of Sales Engineering for Walter Surface Technologies. In this episode we talk a bit about grinder safety, proper use of abra...
360. Pipeline Perspectives: Austin and Rodney Ross on the Welding Life
In this electrifying episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, join Jason as he welcomes the dynamic duo, Austin and Rodney Ross, to the studio! These seaso...