In this special 2025 recap episode of the WELD Podcast, host Beau Wigington is joined by Austin Hargett (Dr. Weldz) to look back on one of the biggest years yet for Weld.com.

We break down some of our top performing videos of the year including Testing Viral Welding Hacks, Getting Dross Free Cuts with Plasma, and The Ultimate Guide to Weaving 7018. We also reflect on some of our favorite trips from 2025, from laser welding in Florida with Rex Alexandre, to visiting BZI in Utah, attending the Yeti Welding Competition, fly fishing out west, and asking Bo Jackson a question at Fabtech.

We wrap things up with Maker Camp, where Dave took home Top Welder, and revisit some of our most memorable social media moments from the year. If you followed WELD in 2025, this episode ties it all together. If you are new, it is the perfect place to start.

Key Topics Discussed

Testing viral welding hacks and what actually works

Plasma cutting tips for dross free cuts

How to properly weave 7018 stick electrodes

Laser welding in Florida with Rex Alexandre

Visiting BZI and attending the Yeti Welding Competition

Fabtech highlights and meeting Bo Jackson

Maker Camp recap and Top Welder winner

Viral welding social media moments from 2025

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Connect with Austin Hargett

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.weldz/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-hargett-2545ba20a

Email - [email protected]

Connect with Beau Wigington

Instagram: @beaudiditwelding — https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beauwigington

E-mail: [email protected]

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