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PODCAST

Parts Department

Justin Brouillette & Jem Freeman

Justin Brouillette (Portland CNC) & Jem Freeman (Like Butter) discuss CNC machines, their product design and manufacturing businesses, and every kind of tool that they fancy. Show Website - https://dept.parts

business entrepreneurship

All Episodes

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127 - Robot tour therapy

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2025/02/04

From nesting software shenanigans to exploring robot-filled shops, Jem and Justin navigate the chaos of running machine businesses. Justin tours a fantastic robot automation shop. They tackle everything from the Bambu firmware mess to pencil sharpener prototypes, while Justin shares his therapy journey. Between testing new productivity tools and fighting cash flow battles, they keep it real about January's challenges and the constant juggle of growth. A classic episode of shop talk meets real life,

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42:46

126 - Llama shall have what it demands

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2025/01/28

Jem and Justin chat about robot training, viral videos, nesting software woes, and inspired dowel finishing methods. Features shop talk about CNC automation, Fusion 360 pains, and label printing solutions.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a Topic - New voice message optionNew youtube upcoming, tourUR Playtime UR Cobots and RobotsPeople are so scared of new ideas (dumb white men) ⠄Millions more views, mostly hate commentsMillions all round.Oligarch eyes, vendor lock-in ꘎Jem's new

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54:27

125 - Inappropriate drill pressing

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2025/01/20

Jem and Justin discuss 3D printing technicalities, coding with AI agents as amateur software developers, barrel finishing of timber components, the value of long form video, Jem is reading profit first again, Notebook LM from Google, the fatigue of the hustle.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a Topic - New voice message optionBBL Ideal Printing steps, 0.04mm Superb Yoda ModelConfigurator circlesCursor coding, AI code workflowDedicated DrillingBarrel finishingLong term value of long

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53:52

124 - Cat palace for kids

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2025/01/14

Jem and Justin return from holiday breaks and to discuss building cat palaces, AI scripts with Claude. They discuss shop improvements, Gridfinity strategy, and share thoughts on QR codes and self-centering drill jigs. Plus, thoughts on reading habits and notebook psychology.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a Topic - New voice message optionJem's instas serie (shelves), spouse appreciationExpensive weeks off! ꘎Cat palace for kids ꘎Hot Wheels ꘎Preorder Fiasco - 8 hrs with ClaudeEven

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01:16:49

123 - Christmas Special

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2024/12/24

An extra special/long episode for doing dishes as you collapse into the holiday season. Thanks for listening this year! Jem and Justin.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a Topic - New voice message optionYear Review - JustinBiggest things or impactsProfit FirstPrinted product expansionNow have 4ct - X1CNC toolingUnderstated impact of new childYear Review - JemLooking forwardCovid down time and reading profit firstSense of ownershipJustin Mantra/Theme 2025FlowFollowing 2024 lesson, do

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47:46

122 - Blue Unicorns & Task List Trauma

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2024/12/17

Jem and Justin discuss Mac hardware trends in machining, share their perpetual task management struggles, and explore workshop innovations.A bike-fluencer emerges, they debate Shopify's AI assistant, and using smart lighting for production notifications.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:Next: Year Wrap Episode - Send in here!Your Themes / Plans for next year!M4 Mac MiniFusion BenchmarkJapanese Wooden Satellite ⠄Decommissioned satellites must re-enter the atmosphere to avoid becomingspace debris

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53:52

121 - Filament Fantasies

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2024/12/10

Jem and Justin chat about their appreciation for 3D printing, highlighting a mostly printed filament spool winder. The conversation touches on community-driven platforms like Maker World, the complexities of print settings, and the evolving landscape of 3D printing. They also explore topics like branding, AI tools, and the cultural appreciation of imperfection in Japan. Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a Topic - New voice message optionFinal dash in summerDowngraded IG Japan imperfect

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55:25

120 - Low effort flow

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2024/12/03

Jem and Justin get back to Book Club with Simon Winchester's "The Perfectionists," discovering how sewing machines became precision's foundation. Between busy shipping weeks and spring production, they test shop automation with Roombas and CNC cobot sanders. Specially recommended countersink gauges, and organizing local deliveries. They find new entertainment in Suno v4, tackle email marketing via Flodesk, and share of Bryan's Shop Stool Podcast.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on

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42:43

119 - Conical Chamfering

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2024/11/26

Jem (aka Like Butter) and Justin celebrate the launch of ThreadBoard! They script a new chat box and let an AI agent control their workspace computer. Claude tries using the configurator, and they find Qwen2.5 Coder 32B is way less lazy than GPT-4o. They tackle measuring and QC’ing ThreadBoard chamfers, possibly with a conical chamfer probe. There’s a follow-up on the Jet HVBS, Patrick from Douglas Fir Design asks about AI voice chat models, Vertical Calendars are in jeopardy, PDX CNC announces an

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58:59

118 - Heavy Couch Work

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2024/11/18

Jem and Justin cover a lot in this episode! Justin’s been working on Zapier SMS magic for show notes, while Jem dives into pricing blocks for the upcomingThreadBoardlaunch. They also chat about usingEasy CSV Editorand dynamic HTML configurators. Will Justin fire as Jem tunes out the BOM, and they discuss after-hours work andgift-giving—with Justin making custom gift boxes for a special carbide gift. They wrap up by comparing web chat vs. text chat, exploring custom pop-ups, and finishing their

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52:56

117 - No time for tracking

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2024/11/12

Jem and Justin explore custom configurator development, shop equipment decisions, and tool inspection methods. They answer a bunch of listener questions, discuss transitioning from premium software to DIY solutions, debate the value of time-tracking systems, and share insights on KPI tracking for small manufacturing businesses. Side conversations cover Google Voice limitations and the merits of microscopes for tool inspection.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on EpisodeKPIsDXF for Laser

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37:09

116 - Broken Blackholes

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2024/10/29

Kids causing chaos this week as Justin and Jem tackle their small businesses amongst parenting. Conundrums of product fulfilment, shipping efficiency and laser engravers. Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on EpisodeKids!Product options and fulfilmentShipping via courier vs in-house delivery vanCouriers are great!Laser engraving with auto conveyorGood cash week = good mood?New TTT and TT options---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the

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48:33

115 - Pour one out for Pi

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2024/10/22

Jem and Justin chat Fusion training, a rampant payroll tool, online guide improvements, AI eco impacts, and frustration with horizontal bandsaws. Is Jem ready to ditch Fusion?Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on EpisodeOne-on-one Fusion trainingSuper scareFusion 2D outputting - MapBoards to Export 2D Files from FusionDuplicate with Joints 🚨Gusto - Easy PayrollQR BlasterATC Pedestal Guide - How better?Checklist ManifestoBandsaw Issues - Jet 712 broken part after 3rd use? Binding upBetter

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32:53

114 - Lazy pull lean

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2024/10/15

Jem and Justin chat about 3D-printed vacuum workholding, crazy insurance lumps, a $420k robot cell, and fun with QR codes. Plus, a peek into Profit First and hitting Q3 revenue goals like butter!Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on Episodemmmmmmmachining, distracted fun3D printed vacuum workholdingPatreon longer 3D fixture walkthroughFlyback DiodesVeritasium QR CodeBarcode scannerLittle things job swapinsurance lumps (my lovely lady lumps)Airtable, Fusion, Insurance, Multicam support group

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54:22

113 - Hands-on wetting device

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2024/10/08

Jem and Justin discuss hacking CNC machines, wild AI camera tech, and share insights on Profit First, new tape vendors, and AI voice cloning. And they both start insourcing/outsourcing products where they didn't prior.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeMachine Hacks, Networking, and YCM (Fanuc) Auto Door Releaseseconds since epochMulticam backtrackingMulticam owners/support group - sign up hereMulticam backtrackingWild $70 Pi AI CameraProfit FirstTiming Account - Insurance

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54:21

112 - Wax Dipper Script Job

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2024/10/01

Jem and Justin chat about Rhino AI scripting, packaging, CNC maintenance, and business analysis. They discuss machine troubles, vibration reduction, and new tools. The duo ponders business growth and laments missing IMTS.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this Episode GPT-4o Rhino script, 🤡 Claude Sonnet 3.5Vevor CreaserPackaging talk, making our own packagingMasso CNC conversionsLoose wiresMachine servicingPreventative maintenanceIT manager Jem, fixing all the thingsMain CNC PC

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34:32

111 - Dreaming of Automation

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2024/09/24

Justin and Jem talk shop every week, discussing their small manufacturing businesses, automation opportunities, AI coding tools and what might be wrong with Jem's machinist rabbit.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeHydraulic HolderAmazing automation video (send us more)UR Cobot Woodshop integrationTalking Robots hereJustin IMTS 2024 Recap videoFusion scripting successAI InceptionCursor AIDall-E two years on, Sep '22 to Sep '24KittaParts 2D Configurator now with musak01-preview

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49:12

110 - IMTS: (Cheap) Cobots took our jobs

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2024/09/17

Jem and Justin recap IMTS, exploring cutting-edge manufacturing tech and creative habits. They dive into industry developments, from innovative cobots to lights-out machining. The duo also discusses software updates, sales updates and Justin's surprising new machine interest.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this Episode IMTSDating your creative selfTwyla Tharp - The Creative HabitCommunity connectionsCheap Cobot Robot - Igus ReBelJustin needs a lathe!Lights Out & Zap - UMC 500 with

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40:43

109 - Open the Pricing Kimono

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2024/09/10

Jem & Justin talk about dealing with problematic clients who like to push small businesses around, the wins of a profit first weekly distribution cycle and Justin's plan for IMTS.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeBad customer service practicesPurchase order bulliesPF weekly cycle 📈NumiSoulverNew timber trialswax dipperdeep fryerIMTS - millions of square feet of hotdogsLB Studio SaleGorgias?ClickupNext Secret Show Topic - send us questions?---Profit First PlaylistClassic

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43:53

108 - The Power Stroker 9000

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2024/09/03

Jem and Justin chat about AI tools, workshop equipment, and the future of social media. They ponder business management systems and dream about humanoid robots in their shops.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeChatGPT sauceNew Saw, no more OP0 - Jet HVBS-712What's missing/broken from your current ERP? Send us a note!Humanoid bots, cheaper than cobotsWhere to after Instagram?Forming a connectionIs Patreon the future of the internet?nest.pdxcnc.com---Profit First PlaylistClassic

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