The Textile Nerd Podcast

Textile Nerd Podcast: Lifesaving Fabric

Meet Russ Hubbard, an Army veteran whose experiences during military training and in the sands of Middle East battlefields spotlighted a lifesaving fabric opportunity. On this edition of The Textile Nerd Podcast, Lori [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-atone-99b332205/] and Dan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvmcgowan/] will explore the origin story of Polar Skin™ [https://www.narescue.com/polar-skin-cooling-system-comprehensive.html?srsltid=AfmBOorlmNEL5W_lP7MzkQfqgw6ofsFe1TfUmbKN8qGZchZWQWi0yNXD], a rapid-cooling system that is made here in the U.S. – from fiber to finished product – and achieves stringent Berry compliance standards, while portably and accessibly cooling overheated soldiers, athletes, and more.

Textile Nerd Podcast: The Nerdies 2026

And the winner is… all of us nerds! On this special edition, Lori [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-atone-99b332205/] and Dan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvmcgowan/] will present the first-ever "Nerdies" to the top guests, topics, and moments of the inaugural 50 episodes of The Textile Nerd Podcast. It's been a great ride of sharing knowledge and exploring textile curiosities so far. Here's to the next 50 episodes!

Textile Nerd Podcast: Supply Chain Roundtable

The global logistics, sourcing, and shipping environment might be the most talked about – and kvetched over – corner of the textile universe today. Lori [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-atone-99b332205/] and Dan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvmcgowan/] convene a supply chain roundtable to discuss challenges that go beyond the "t-word" (tariffs) and impact companies large and small, domestic and international. TVF Supply Chain Director Stephanie Shrader [https://www.linkedin.com/in/supplychainsteph/], Senior Sourcing Manager Tabitha Green [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabitha-green-a1a9a524/], and Sourcing Manager Jamie Sullivan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-reid-sullivan-aa3bb9b9/] weigh in.

Textile Nerd Podcast: Logistics

Logistics is the lifeblood of textiles. As with so many corners of the industry we love, the journey leading professionals to choose logistics is not linear. Lori [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-atone-99b332205/] and Dan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvmcgowan/] will introduce you to TVF Global Trade and Logistics Manager Laura Martin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-m-354585140/] – who once worked on a season of The Real World – to talk about challenges and opportunities she and the textile universe face.

Textile Nerd Podcast: Fabric Welding

Which methods come to mind when joining fabric pieces? Sewing? Adhesives? How about fabric WELDING? Miller Weldmaster [https://www.weldmaster.com/] is a global fabric welding powerhouse based in rural Ohio that has been on the forefront of welding technology for decades. Lori [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-atone-99b332205/] and Dan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvmcgowan/] will explore the depths and future of this process with Jason Damis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-damis-12988917a/], North American sales manager at Miller Weldmaster.