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NC Shop Talk is a no limits interview show that shares never before heard tips, secrets, and hilarious conversations with today's biggest names in the auto, aircraft, & carpet industries. Join Mal Maher, owner of NC Carpet Binding, as he interviews today's most talented craftsmen. You'll pick up some new vendors, how to grow your business, and he'll be asking some wild questions that you've never heard answered before. Connect with Mal and NC Carpet: Website: https://www.n-ccarpet.com/ Insta ...
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Episode #29: VELOCITY RESTORATIONS - USA Made Builds
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Fancy a Classic Ford Bronco or a vintage Camaro? Then this is the place to go; Velocity Restorations stretches out the limits of creativity in giving you the best vintage vehicle, fully restored and customized just the way you want it. The Velocity team breathes new life into vintage trucks of all kinds. Let's learn more about the shop and its awar…
Since Mal launched this podcast, he has interviewed the best of the best in the field of custom auto upholstery. But in today's episode, Mal flips the mic and allows his good friend Phil Cato to take over the podcast. So if you're interested in knowing more about Mal Maher, his family life, his passion, mission, vision for the future, and many more…
America is known as the land of opportunities. So no wonder many people want to take the chance to craft a good life in this land. Today's guest is someone who knows what it's like to live The Great American Dream. NC Shop Talk welcomes Antonio Junior Marquez, best known as Junior of Juniors Custom Upholstery and Golf Cart King in Texas. Junior sha…
How do you combine traditional and innovative? These two words describe today's guest, legendary hot rod interior guru Sid Chavers. Sid has been in the Custom Upholstery business since February 1976 and has his roots in the traditional school of first-generation interior customizers. However, unlike some people who reach a certain level and are con…
There's no challenge so great for a master craftsman. He always gives his best at whatever task is at hand. That is the mindset of Brent Parker, winner of the 2020 NC Auto Interior of the Year award. He is an elite international trimmer based in Central Coast NSW, Australia. Brent won over other talented and skilled trimmers with his incredibly stu…
As machines take over production and manual work for many industries, the auto industry still treasures handcrafted interiors. After all, no machine can equal the craftsmanship of a man as skilled as Shannon Walters. NC Shop Talk had him as the featured guest in the June 23, 2021 episode. Today, Mal welcomes back Shannon Walters, owner of Interiors…
In today's episode, Mal speaks with Gil and Linda of Gillin Custom Design, the go-to shop and Orange County's pride in auto and home builds. What makes this shop famous? Let's find out from the owners. Gil is one of the original owners of Gillin Custom Design and opened it with Linda in 2006. Thirteen years later, the vision of opening a shop that …
The title of this episode sums up exactly who we have on the show today. Revo Reeves is one of the original big-ticket interior builders in the nation. He was featured in dozens of auto-themed shows and hundreds of magazine covers. This guy has also worked with big-name celebrities. In addition, he is a world-class designer and creator of show-qual…
This episode is a real treat as Mal does a back-to-back interview with two legends in the industry. The first guest is Tom Monahan of Centrum Force, a shop which provides the best equipment, chemistry, and personalized service in the rug cleaning industry. Tom has been in business since 2007. Centrum Force is committed to building machines and furn…
How do you stand out from the crowd? What makes people think of you when competing with a dozen other people who are doing the same thing? Our guest has managed to do both! Even when people don't always remember his name, they surely remember the guy with the green mohawk, the man behind Kentucky's premier hot rod shop, Sewn Tight Custom Interiors!…
No singular entity, brand, or product is more vital to the auto interior trade than The Hog Ring (THR). It is the central hub for industry news. More than just a source for jobs or a breeding ground for vendors, THR is the galvanizing force to the auto interior industry. The driving force behind this fantastic community is the dynamic Muaddi Brothe…
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FLIP THE SCRIPT...The Hog Ring Interview
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The NC Shop Talk podcast has taken you behind the scenes with some of the auto industry's most well-known names and brands. The past 17 episodes brought in elite trimmers and car builders from across the world to talk about their unique craft. In this episode, we're flipping the script as Mal gets on the hot seat for his interview on The Hog Ring. …
“Don't dream it. Build it.” Ralph Holguin, the owner of RMD Garage, a multi-awarded automotive restoration and customization shop in California, dreamed of making the 1953 Ford F-100 the coolest car ever. And that was the beginning. Ralph's Mobile Detailing (RMD) opened in 1993. When Ralph became so passionate about the styling of the 1953 Ford F-1…
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Industry Master: Recovery Room Interiors with Tracy Weaver
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Many people are drawn to the exterior design first when choosing a car. But customer expectations are changing, and people are willing to pay more for higher quality car interiors. Hence, the demand for custom automotive interior design is also increasing. To talk about the importance of automotive interiors, Mal interviews Tracy Weaver, owner of R…
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TEXAS METAL: EXTREME EVERYTHING with Bill Carlton
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We all know that fathers play a unique role in their son’s aspirations. This week, Mal interviews Bill Carlton, a major player in the custom fabrication industry. He grew up on a property that his father bought in 1976. Growing up, Bill got accustomed to seeing his dad working on trucks and cars and transforming them into beautiful and powerful veh…
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The Rising Talent of Custom Upholstery: The Stitch Girl with Oksana Ignatova
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In today’s episode, Mal Maher welcomes Oksana Ignatova of Stitch Girl Inc., a fast-rising talent in custom interiors. Oksana tried her hand at upholstery at the age of 23 and fell in love with it. Originally from Belarus, she moved to the US with her husband to pursue the American Dream. Fueled by her passion for sewing and making creative ideas co…
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Bux Customs: Inside the Mind of Master Craftsman Chris McClintock
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It is not uncommon for someone to have diverse interests. But what does a pizza shop have in common with a custom upholstery shop? This week, Mal interviews Chris McClintock about his journey from working in his family’s pizza shop to establishing Bux Customs in a small town in Pennsylvania. Today, Bux Customs is known for custom high-end automotiv…
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Moore & Giles Leather: Industry Leader for Nearly 100 years with Randy Maggard
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Are you a fan of bespoke leather products? A good quality leather product is a work of art. It is something you’ll cherish for a long time. It can also be a good conversation piece. There are a few reliable companies that create sustainable leather to supply the needs of the leather industry. In today’s episode, Mal talks to Randy Maggard, Automoti…
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Leadership and Innovations at NBAA - VP for Exhibits Linda Peters
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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive, and successful. It is also known for supporting philanthropic organizations like the Corporate Angel Network, Air Charity Network, and Veterans Airlift Command. …
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Timeless Design for Modern Age - Nourison Carpet & Custom Rug Manufacturer
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When decorating your space, would you go for bare floors or designer rugs? Rugs definitely add a layer of warmth to a room with their luxurious materials and textures. Rugs transform an interior with different colors, textures, and patterns and reflect your style. But where do you get the exact carpet you need? Fret no more. Nourison doesn’t like b…
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Mobile Solutions ‘Huge Announcement & New Product Launch’
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How would you like to have beautifully designed interiors done efficiently? Better yet, how would you like to learn the craft? If your answer is yes, you're going to love this episode with today's guest Bryan Schmitt, founder and CEO of Mobile Solutions. Bryan has extensive experience in the automotive aftermarket. He designed and constructed award…
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Ride with The Real "King of the Road“ - CSC's Steve Kurzman
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What does it take to become a master trimmer? Aside from getting formal training, nothing beats years of hands-on experience and a love of the craft. After years of being known as “the owner's son,” his ambition to create something on his own drove Steve Kurzman to open The Custom Stitching Co. (CSC) in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Custom Stitchi…
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22 Year Old Truck Builder Headed For Stardom - Dude's Fab Shop
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Dude’s Fab Shop is a fabrication shop specializing in custom vehicles, specifically custom trucks. They have a fully equipped shop to meet all your fabrication needs, including CNC plasma cutting, MIG, TIG, Flux Core, stick welding, and oxy fuel cutting. The shop is owned and operated by young couple Dalton Lovejoy and Maddie Heater. Dalton bought …
Are you up for some serious conversation? How do you transcend political differences and just really listen to each other? Or would you rather shut up so you do not offend anyone? Today's guest is US Army Combat Veteran-turned-entrepreneur Jimmy Compton. Jimmy is the man behind The Proper Gentleman, a company that provides custom bespoke leather go…
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Aircraft Interior Products (AIP) - Fly Beyond Ordinary
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Are you a frequent traveler? Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, flying is usually the safest and most convenient way to reach your destination. However, your overall experience as a passenger determines how happy you are with your flight. If you work in the aviation industry, you know that this same experience makes passengers decid…
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Interiors with Shannon - One-Man Shop Handbuilt Custom Interiors
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How do you craft custom interiors purely by hand? It definitely takes a lot of work, artistry, and dedication. And this guy can do it with excellent results that leave his customers very happy. So get ready for another exciting and super fun conversation with today's guest, Shannon Walters, owner of Interiors by Shannon, a one-man shop based in Ala…
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Iron Resurrection - The Inside Story & Rise To Fame
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“It doesn't matter whether it's a busted out bike or a rusted out roadster, Joe Martin and his crew are hard at work giving vehicles another chance in life.”- Iron Resurrection If you've been watching the Iron Resurrection, you're in for a treat. Joe Martin, winner of Discovery Channel's "Biker Build-Off'', and his wife Mandi dropped by the show to…
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Cato's Custom Upholstery - Your Butt Will Thank Him with Phil Cato
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Found an old car in your grandpa's garage? Toss it or restore it? If it's a vintage car, you'd probably want to restore it to its former glory. How do you start? Of course, you want to bring back the stylish look and feel of the car. But don't forget to have those seats customized for utmost comfort. After all, you're going to be spending a lot of …
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Customs By Vos: Designing Modern Interiors While Preserving Your Car's Heritage with Dave Vos
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If you’re into classic cars and motorcycles, you’re going to love this first episode. Listen up as Mal interviews Dave Vos, owner and operator of Customs by Vos, a shop specializing in custom interiors and fabrication. Aside from talking about creating masterpiece designs, get to know the lighter side of Dave as Mal puts him through the Rapid Fire …
NC Show Talk is a no limits interview show that shares the never before heard tips, secrets and hilarious conversations with today's biggest names in the Auto Upholstery , Custom Auto industries. Join Mal Maher, owner of NC Carpet Binding & Equipment Co., as he interviews and laughs with the todays most innovative minds in auto interior industry an…
