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Slightly Serious Sign Podcast
Join Mike, Tyler, and Domingo as they pull back the curtain on the sign industry with real insider knowledge.
Get the scoop on industry happenings, sign shows (the good and the skippable), sign shop stories, musings, and more as they sit down with manufacturers, reps, sign shop owners, and even our competition to talk and learn about sign makers' favorite products, new products, tips and tricks, and everything else under the sun in the biz.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the sign industry, this podcast has something for everyone. Grab your drink of choice, relax, and tune in to this slightly serious but always knowledgeable sign podcast.
The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is hosted by Mike Hull, Tyler Hull, and Domingo Tobar and produced, recorded, and edited by Rick Villanueva with sponsorship from Wensco Sign Supply.
Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign)
Episodes
64 episodes
ISA Recap with Andy Everding and Jeff Lucido of IT Supplies
Ep 63: Live from Las Vegas, the boys are joined by Andy Everding and Jeff Lucido of IT Supplies to give you a recap of the ISA Sign Expo 2025. This one goes off the rails fast. Enjoy with pink salt water taffy.Check out the featured pro...
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Episode 63
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Dealing with Tariffs with Bob Nachtegall
Ep 62: Bob Nachtegall returns for another Tariffic episode. Hilarious right? All puns aside, the boys discuss how tariffs are affecting the sign industry right now (and in the future) and how you can make the best of the situation. Episode 62, ...
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Episode 62
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1:03:42
Family Business, Pt. 2: The Race with Tayton and Tristan Hull
Ep 61: Tayton and Tristan Hull are back. And, this is the one Mike's been talking about doing. It's finally here, the Hull Family Race for Mike's 50th Birthday.Who won and by how much? The Hull boys break down the race's outcome and tal...
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Episode 61
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50:42
Signs!!! with Carley Affholter of Signarama Troy National Branding
Ep 60: Carley Affholter of Signarama Troy National Branding talks with the boys about good signs, bad signs, visibility, goofups and learning from them, and sign production management.Check out the featured products
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Episode 60
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45:56
The Future of Wensco with Tristan Hull
Ep 59: The boys sit down to talk about the future of Wensco and why it's so important for us to continue to give you choices and service."Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solu...
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Episode 59
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1:00:20
Customer Service with a Smile with Craig Gray and Mike Degeeter
Ep 58: The "Redo Crew," are in the house. Craig Gray (Chicago) and Mike Degeeter (Davenport/Quad Cities) of the Wensco Sales Team are in town to talk about the value of customer service, licking (testing) paint brushes, obscure cities, and more...
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Episode 58
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1:04:22
Tariffs & How to Survive Build-A-Bear
Ep 57: The boys are in the new studio (still under construction) talking about how tariffs might affect your orders right now and in the near future. And why you might want to check your invoices. Good stuff here to be aware of.Also, Mi...
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Episode 57
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55:53
Banners and More with "Ultra" Julie Cerino of Ultraflex Systems
Ep 56: "Ultra" Julie Cerino of Ultraflex Systems came bearing gifts. Sweet, sweet gifts and shows us that Ultraflex Systems is a lot more than just banners. Check out all the possibilities. "Your podcast is the best podcast in the ...
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Episode 56
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1:02:54
Your New Favorite Vinyl with Brian Konya and Josh Culverhouse of Metamark
Ep 55: Brian Konya and Josh Culverhouse of Metamark are on the show to talk about what might possibly be your new favorite print and cut vinyl. Also, included in this episode, "Brian and Mike's Guide to Surviving Death Valley." If you love viny...
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Episode 55
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1:03:24
Sign Frames and Stakes with Brian Kronemeyer of USA Sign Frame and Stake
Ep 54: Brian Kronemeyer of USA Sign Frame and Stake talks American made, tariff free, built seriously tough (they survived a wind tunnel!) sign frames and step stakes. The boys also discuss what constitutes a cage-free chicken, mowing down yard...
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Episode 54
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49:18
RGB LED Lighting with Adriaan Swanepoel of G2G Lighting
Ep 53: Adriaan Swanepoel of G2G Lighting lights up the studio with his tips on how to use RGB LED lighting with a controller. And by "lights up" we mean he's actually giving the boys a demo. Make sure you got your shades on listening to this on...
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Episode 53
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1:15:14
Live Q&A: One Year Anniversary
Ep 52: Join us for a Live Q&A session with Tyler, Mike, and Domingo to celebrate the One Year Anniversary of the Slightly Serious Sign Podcast!The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United S...
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Episode 52
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1:01:29
Wraps, Rants, and Recommendations with Tim Horvath of HDFive
Ep 51: Tim Horvath of HDFive returns to answer some previously unanswered questions, rants, and gives his recommendations on the best and most reliable wraps.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in th...
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Episode 51
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1:09:20
Production Printing with Joe Morreale of Roland DG
Ep 50: Joe Morreale of Roland DG returns to talk about high-speed, economical printing, DTF (Direct-to-Film) and DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printing, and how you can scale up your business. Even if you don't have a lot of capital to get started. J...
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Episode 50
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1:03:43
Vinyl Cutters with Gary Polsinelli of Graphtech
Ep 49: Gary Polsinelli of Graphtech and the boys are talking all things vinyl cutters.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.
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Episode 49
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55:17
Farewell GSG. Hello Grimco.
Ep 48: The boys bid farewell to Graphic Solutions Group (GSG) after its acquisition by Grimco and talk about what's next. And what's to come.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States....
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Episode 48
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1:12:07
What to Expect in 2025 with Matt Edwards of General Formulations
Ep 47: Matt Edwards of General Formulations returns to talk about good service, corn dogs (aka the joys of gas station cuisine), and what to expect in 2025 and beyond.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Pod...
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Episode 47
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57:55
Seriously Tough Signage with Rusty Childers of Plasticade
Ep 46: Rusty Childers of Plasticade came bearing gifts. Not only super sweet personalized gifts for the boys, but also the gift of tough, long-lasting signage for your customers. Seriously, Plasticade makes products that withstand the weather a...
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Episode 46
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51:46
Print Production Management with Jeff Brito of Onyx Graphics
Ep 45: Jeff Brito of Onyx Graphics talks about the pitfalls of improper print production management. Whether you're a one man show or a large company, this is the episode you gotta hear.Full Sledding Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/9B...
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Episode 45
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49:05
Wrap Film and Laminate with Mike Brown of Avery Dennison
Mike Brown of Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions - North America demystifies what type of wrap film/vinyl you should be using based on the application and what you're trying to achieve.Have you been using the wrong film? Or have you been...
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Episode 44
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50:37
Q&A: Part 2
Ep 43: The boys answer more previously unanswered questions from the Live Q&A.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.
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Episode 43
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1:04:10
Q&A: Part 1
Ep 42: The boys answer some previously unanswered questions from the Live Q&A.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.
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Episode 42
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46:59
The 12 Days of Christmas
Ep 41: Mike and Domingo tease the 12 Days of Christmas sales and videos.12 Days of Christmas 2023 Videos on YouTubeThe Slightly Serious Sign ...
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Episode 41
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28:58
SEMA Show, NASSD, and a Wrap Challenge
Ep 40: Mike talks about his experiences at SEMA Show, NASSD, and his tips for surviving Death Valley. Also, the boys issue a Wrap Challenge to find out who the all-time best Wrapper is. Can we make it happen? Also, bow to our new official spons...
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Episode 40
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56:44
An Answer for Every Application with Joe Leddy of Nekoosa
Ep 39: Joe Leddy of Nekoosa stops by to talk about the wide range products for your #signshop that Nekoosa has to offer... and what makes them great. Also, have you heard about Nekoosa Bucks? No? Well, Joe's gonna educate you, and believe us yo...
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Episode 39
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1:00:23