Fastener road warriors approach their travels in different ways, but those who listen to the fastener industry's top on-demand radio show will learn what's keeping the financial system afloat, as

Federal Reserve

economist,

Mr. William Strauss

, explains the role and methods of our central bank (73:22). Guest-host,

Bob Baer

, of

Abbott Interfast

, joins the discussion, adding his unique style of thinking to the conversation. On the Fastener News Report,

Mike McNulty

covers several important stories, including a shake up at

Cardinal Fastener

, and yet another large acquisition announcement. He also speaks with new

IFI

chairman,

Steve Paddock

, about the biggest challenge facing the industry, and also announces this year's

Soaring Eagle Awards

(43:46). Plus,

Lou Boyd

, of

The Olander Company

, reviews the recent

Pac-West

table top and spring meeting and discusses business conditions in the Silicon Valley (21:10). Hosts, Brian and Eric, recount their recent sojourn to central Wisconsin, which was a great place to visit despite the brutally cold temperatures and dearth of good taco stands. Run time: 02:10:39