From South Bend, Indiana—welcome to 3Degrees Discussions. I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. This podcast is dedicated to the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the 3D printing industry.

In this episode, I sit down with Killian Erickson, CEO of Bifrost Manufacturing, an additive and advanced manufacturing company based in North Dakota. With more than a decade of hands-on experience spanning metal and polymer additive, aerospace-grade CNC machining, product design, tooling, and process development, Killian has built Bifrost into a full-service production partner supporting industrial, UAV, and defense applications. We dig into his journey, the challenges of scaling complex manufacturing workflows, and how Bifrost is helping customers move from prototype to production.

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3Degrees Discussions – Ep. 155 | John Barnes (Additive Nexus)

From South Bend, Indiana—welcome to 3Degrees Discussions. I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. This show digs into the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the 3D printing industry.

About this episode

My guest is John Barnes, founder of Additive Nexus, a consultancy that helps heavy industry scale additive manufacturing from pilot to production. John previously led AM initiatives within ExxonMobil’s Technical Computing group, connecting engineering, supply chain, and maintenance to real-world AM use cases. We also get into his work around industry standards and digital inventory—think API 20S/20T frameworks and the broader push to make on-demand, trustworthy spare parts a reality at scale.

What we cover:

Moving from AM pilots to true production in heavy industry

Lessons from deploying AM inside a complex enterprise

Digital inventory, part criticality, and qualification pathways

How API 20S/20T and other standards shape adoption

Building trust in on-demand parts—quality, data, and traceability

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From South Bend, Indiana, welcome to 3Degrees Discussions, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the 3D printing industry.

In this episode, host Mike Vasquez sits down with Sabina Kumar, Lead Additive Engineer at Eaton. Sabina brings a deep technical background in materials science and a passion for pushing the boundaries of metal additive manufacturing. Her work focuses on understanding thermo-mechanical effects in titanium alloys and exploring the thermodynamics and phase stability of high-performance metals.

Tune in to hear how Sabina’s research and professional experience are driving innovation in aerospace and beyond.

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Aaron Chow | AI, Lattices & the Future of 3D Printing Design | 3Degrees Discussions Podcast

In this episode, Mike Vasquez sits down with Aaron Chow, co-founder and CEO of Vixiv, a Cincinnati-based startup revolutionizing the way engineers design and test 3D-printed parts. With deep experience in electrical engineering and additive manufacturing, Aaron shares how his team is using AI and real-world failure data to optimize complex lattice structures for strength, weight, and performance.

We talk about the evolution of Vixiv (formerly Voxel), the challenges of turning physical testing into usable digital insights, and how his work could reshape design-to-manufacture workflows across industries.

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From South Bend, Indiana – welcome to 3Degrees Discussions. I’m your host, Mike Vasquez.

In this episode, I’m joined by Paweł Slusarczyk, a leading writer, analyst, and consultant in the 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing industry. Paweł is known for reshaping the AM narrative in 2024—challenging assumptions, exposing what others often leave unsaid, and cutting through the hype.

He runs The 3D Printing War Journal, contributes to top publications, and has authored thousands of pieces on 3D printing. Beyond his writing, Paweł is a trusted connector, helping companies grow, build partnerships, and access insider knowledge across the AM landscape.

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If your company needs support with materials, qualification, or general Additive Manufacturing projects, contact us at [email protected].

🎙️ Welcome to 3Degrees Discussions, a podcast from South Bend, Indiana, hosted by Mike Vasquez.

In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Molitch-Hou, Content Strategy and Marketing Manager for Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs at ASTM International. Michael leads communications for the Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and brings over a decade of 3D printing experience to his role, helping shape the global conversation around advanced manufacturing standards, outreach, and innovation.

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3Degrees Discussions | Episode 150

"The State of 3D Printing, AI, Tariffs — and Mike’s Favorite Movie"

Guest Host: Caroline Vasquez

For this special 150th episode, the mic gets turned on 3Degrees founder and CEO Mike Vasquez — with his wife, Caroline, leading the conversation. This wide-ranging discussion covers where the 3D printing industry stands today, how tariffs and global dynamics are shaping manufacturing, and the growing influence of AI on design, production, and workflows.

And because no milestone episode is complete without a little fun, Caroline also digs into Mike’s all-time favorite movie and what it says about his approach to life and business.

A candid, insightful, and personal look at where advanced manufacturing is heading — and what keeps Mike inspired along the way.

From South Bend, Indiana — welcome to 3Degrees Discussions! I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. This podcast dives into the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the future of the 3D Printing industry.

In this episode, we sit down with Laurie Krupa, a seasoned sales leader who has made a major impact in the world of additive manufacturing. Laurie brings years of experience in driving growth and community engagement across the AM sector. She’s also an active force in Women in 3D Printing, organizing events to connect and empower others in the space.

🔥 Exciting update — Laurie now runs her own business: Clearlake Insights, where she continues her mission to move the industry forward through strategic insights and partnerships.

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Welcome to 3Degrees Discussions, the podcast that brings you the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the 3D printing industry. Hosted by Mike Vasquez from South Bend, Indiana, we dive into the cutting-edge world of additive manufacturing.

In this episode, we sit down with Faisal Iqbal, Head of Digital for Baker Hughes Additive Business Services. I first met Faisal at the ASTM ICAM conference, where he shared valuable insights on how his team is revolutionizing data management. With a career that began at GE, Faisal brings a unique perspective on the intersection of digital transformation and additive manufacturing.

Subscribe to 3Degrees Discussions on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, or Stitcher. For more content and additive manufacturing expertise, visit www.3degreescompany.com or reach out to our team at [email protected].

3Degrees Discussions is a podcast dedicated to exploring the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the 3D printing industry. Hosted by Mike Vasquez from South Bend, Indiana, each episode dives into groundbreaking advancements, industry challenges, and the people shaping the future of additive manufacturing.

In this episode, we welcome Harshil Goel, an inventor, engineer, and mathematician with degrees in pure mathematics and mechanical engineering from UC Berkeley. As the leader of Dyndrite, Harshil is on a mission to revolutionize digital manufacturing through modern software innovations.

Subscribe to 3Degrees Discussions at www.3degreescompany.com and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. For additive manufacturing support, materials, and qualification inquiries, contact the team at [email protected].