Jon Cantin is a manufacturing educator, author and founder of CNCKing.com. Since 2008, he has interviewed more than 60 CEOs, founders, inventors, industrial designers and manufacturing leaders from around the world while publishing more than 1,700 educational videos, 11 books and nearly 6 million YouTube views. Jon is available as a guest for podcasts covering manufacturing, CNC machining, entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence and digital fabrication.
- 60+ interviews conducted
- 1,700+ Educational Videos Published
- Manufacturing, CNC, Laser, Product Design & Entrepreneurship
- Since 2008
- 5 Million+ YouTube Views since 2008
- 11 Published Books
- 17+ Years Creating Manufacturing Content
- Available for podcast interviews
Suggested Interview Topics
Every podcast has a unique audience, and Jon is happy to tailor each conversation to suit your listeners. Below are some of the most popular topics he can discuss based on more than 17 years of experience in manufacturing, education and entrepreneurship.
- Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
- Building a Manufacturing Brand on YouTube
- CNC Machining & Manufacturing Careers
- Digital Fabrication & Automation
- Entrepreneurship in the Trades
- Publishing Technical Books
- Running a Manufacturing Business
- SEO & Content Marketing for Manufacturing Companies
- Starting and Growing a CNC Business
- Welding, CNC & Modern Manufacturing
Guest Appearances
In addition to interviewing industry leaders, Jon has appeared as a guest on podcasts and radio programs to discuss CNC machining, manufacturing, entrepreneurship, innovation and technical education. These conversations highlight his experience as both a manufacturing professional and content creator.
Recent Podcast Appearances (2026–Present)
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Historical interviews (2013–2015)
Manufacturing Leaders & Industry Experts Interviewed
The following interviews between 2013-2015 feature innovators, CEOs, entrepreneurs, educators and engineers from North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and South America discussing manufacturing, innovation, CNC machining, automation, product development and business.
- Adam Cirkic – Tangenta CNC
- Agnes Ferguson – Bot Top
- Alain Albert – CNC Specialist
- Amanda Bahari – Infinite Quest Cabinetry
- Ameersing Luximon – Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Anastasios Vasilainas – WANDS
- Andrew Berno – Fossick Designs
- Anthony Santangelo – Patent Attorney
- Benjamin Foster – Industrial Designer
- Brendon Vetuskey – Mattel
- Brian Way – BP Way Millwork
- Bui Ngoc Phuong – PSH Mechanical
- Carter Wong – Designer
- Charlie Gunningham – Digital Business News
- Chris Economides – Radecal Machine Sales & Service
- Daphne Flynn – Philips Design
- Dean Carpenter – Lotus Laser Systems
- Derek Kern – Kern Laser Systems
- Dimitris Haidas – Industrial Designer
- Edgar Castelo – Fabbing Plans
- Edmund Liew – Product Designer
- Epilog Laser – Imagine. Design. Create.
- Francine Rope Mundy – FRM Commercial AR Solutions
- Gary Anderson – 3DPrintingStocks
- Gerald Thomas – iWearTech
- Greg Flanagan – Tree Hill Workshop
- Jeff Fay – Pioneer Valley Engineering
- Jerry Kavanagh – Cinch Software
- Joshua Adams – Industrial Engineering
- Jovica Vidovic – Total Group Consulting
- Ka Wai Ng – Mechanical Product Design Engineer
- Karen Sander – Artist
- Ken Susnjara – Thermwood
- Luc Nikiema – TJIKO Labs
- Mark Whitley – Furniture Designer
- Michael Gibson – Woodturner
- Michelle Aryani – Product Designer
- Molly Rodin – Unitronics
- Monica Tsang – Monica Tsang Designs
- Nathan Zeldes – Thinker & Speaker
- Netta Shalgi – Dynamic Design Studio
- Paul Akers – FastCap
- Paul Mason – Millennium Laser Systems
- Paul Odom – Custom Furniture Maker
- Philippe Guglielmetti – ZeePro
- Radmila Petrovic – Architect
- Remi Basior – Tempus Development Solutions
- Richard Hinchliffe – Direct CNC
- Richard Jones – Furniture Designer
- Richard Malachowski – Gnosis Product Development
- Rick Draper – QR2ID
- Sain Keat Chuang – Titane
- Sam Green – Via Verde Ventures
- Sara Hee – Guangzhou Sino Achieve Mechanical Equipment
- Scot Farley – F3 Industrial Design
- Sean Duby – Pacific Press
- Shmuel Linski – Design Studio
- Stephen Bosse – Bosse Tools
- Vasilis Michou – Product Systems Design
- Werner Olivier – DK Laminates
- William Seidel – America Invents
Book Jon for Your Podcast
Looking for a knowledgeable and engaging podcast guest with real-world manufacturing experience? Jon Cantin combines more than 17 years of industry experience with a successful career as an educator, author and content creator.
Whether your audience is interested in CNC machining, welding, entrepreneurship, manufacturing careers, artificial intelligence, digital fabrication or building a manufacturing brand online, Jon shares practical lessons, real-world stories and actionable advice drawn from years of hands-on experience.
Interested in having Jon as a guest on your podcast? Get in touch here.