Between Two Wrenches (Max-Bilt Off Road & MFG)

🎙️ Between Two Wrenches - Driving Innovation with Milwaukee Tool’s Tony Gumina 🎙️

Live from the Milwaukee Tool booth at SEMA 2024, Cooper and Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt Off Road sit down with Tony Gumina, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool’s Impact Wrenches. In this episode, Tony takes us through the latest advancements in cordless tool technology and shares insights into how Milwaukee Tool continues to lead the charge in innovation.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🔧 The game-changing performance of the Gen 2 M12 Fuel Stubby Impact Wrench and the Gen 3 M18 Fuel High Torque Impact Wrench.
⚙️ How Milwaukee Tool’s relentless pursuit of improvement is eliminating pneumatic tools from shops worldwide.
💡 The importance of listening to end users to refine tools for power, speed, and durability.
🚗 How Milwaukee Tool is disrupting industries beyond automotive with cutting-edge products powered by their Forge packs and chemical-resistant innovations.

From shop efficiency to game-changing tool upgrades, this episode highlights Milwaukee Tool’s dedication to empowering technicians and tradespeople alike.

🎥 Watch the video on YouTube or listen to the full episode wherever podcasts are streamed.

🎙️ Between Two Wrenches Podcast: Exploring Mushrooms and More with Keaton Lyons! 🍄

This week, Cooper and Phil welcome mushroom guru and entrepreneur Keaton Lyons to the podcast for an insightful, hilarious, and deeply personal conversation. Keaton takes us on a journey through his passion for mycology, the healing power of mushrooms, and his unique path of personal growth. Along the way, we explore:

🔸 The science and mystique of mushrooms
🔸 Keaton's battle with addiction and how mushrooms changed his life
🔸 Philosophies on life, healing, and self-discovery
🔸 The challenges of starting a business and embracing the unexpected

It's raw, real, and packed with stories that will make you laugh, reflect, and think. Plus, Cooper and Phil keep things lively with their usual banter on midlife crises, jiu-jitsu injuries, and the legend of Iron Mike Tyson. 🥊

👉 Tune in for a mix of humor, depth, and the occasional wild tangent. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and wherever you get your podcasts.

#BetweenTwoWrenches #Mushrooms #HealingJourney #PodcastLife #Mycology #Entrepreneurship

Medford, WI native and racer of all things Leah Bauer joins Cooper and Phil on the Christmas Edition of the Between Two Wrenches Podcast! We talk about the first time she got on a sled, where her drive comes from, and what it's like when your sled starts on fire in the middle of nowhere, Alaska!

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🎙️ Between Two Wrenches - Live from SEMA 2024 with Milwaukee Tool's Nick Pond 🎙️

Cooper and Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt Off Road are back with a special episode of Between Two Wrenches, recorded live at the Milwaukee Tool booth at SEMA 2024 in Las Vegas! We’re thrilled to be the only podcast invited by Milwaukee Tool to this year’s event.

Join us as we sit down with Nick Pond, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool's Inspection Solutions, to discuss the latest innovations, behind-the-scenes insights into the world of tools, and how Milwaukee Tool continues to lead the charge in the industry. From product highlights to some SEMA-exclusive reveals, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Get ready for a sea of red, some laughs, and a lot of wrenching wisdom—right here on Between Two Wrenches.

🔧 Tune in now and join the conversation!

🎙️ Between Two Wrenches - Shedding Light on Innovation with Milwaukee Tool’s Jacob Knight 🎙️

Live from the Milwaukee Tool booth at SEMA 2024, Cooper and Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt Off Road sit down with Jacob Knight, Milwaukee Tool's Product Manager for Lighting Solutions, to discuss how innovation continues to light the way for automotive technicians and DIY mechanics alike.

In this episode, we explore:
🔦 The groundbreaking design of the new M18 Boom Light, built for heavy-duty applications.
🚗 How Milwaukee Tool works with end users to refine and perfect their products.
⚙️ The evolution of lighting technology—from halogen to LED and cordless systems.
💡 Why lighting is a critical tool for any automotive project, and how Milwaukee’s versatile solutions are changing the game.

Jacob also shares the behind-the-scenes process of developing tools that solve real-world problems, with insights from technicians and shop owners driving Milwaukee Tool’s relentless push for innovation.

🔧 Whether you’re wrenching in the shop or under the hood at home, this episode is packed with actionable insights and cutting-edge tools to power your projects.

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube or listen to the episode everywhere podcasts are heard!

 Why would a bunch of dudes take a bunch of old, unreliable Willys Jeeps on treacherous trips across the country? Why not!! Learn a bit of the history of the Epic Willys Adventure and get a preview of the upcoming fourth trip: Race for the Concord Cup. 

Brook Hilton from Revolution Gear and Axle chats it up with Cooper and Phil. We talk new products, Grandpa's Garage, industry standards, trail blops, and planning wheeling trips around childbirth.

Watch the episode on our YouTube Channel 

Robby Layton joined the Between Two Wrenches Podcast during Milwaukee Tool Pipeline 2024. We talked about his journey, the value of insurance, what it takes to find success in the YouTube game, and about the awesomeness of Milwaukee Pipeline.

Jump on the Robby Layton train: https://www.youtube.com/@RobbyLayton

BBR Music Group / Wheelhouse Recording Artist and friend of the show, Elvie Shane joins Cooper & Phil on the Between Two Wrenches Podcast. We discuss music, life, cars, near-death experiences, and that blue-collar way of living. Watch the episode on our YouTube Channel. 

Also, be sure to follow Elvie Shane on Instagram and Facebook. 

and listen to his latest single, "Forgotten Man" 

In the latest episode of the Between Two Wrenches Podcast the beardos sit down with Nic Barry from Stache Bike and Adventure in Eau Claire. Nic shares his journey into the adventure sports industry, highlighting his experiences mountain biking across the country. They also dive into the world of adventure sports, covering everything from one-wheel rides to the rising trend of e-bikes and snowboarding. Nic discusses his involvement in the Pinehurst project and its transformative impact on the local mountain biking scene.

The episode is available to watch on YouTube and can be listened to on all major podcast platforms. Don’t forget to like and subscribe on all platforms for more exciting episodes!

How does it all work? The body? the mind? Does it really matter what we put into our bodies? What about the things in the envirnonment that we can't control? If only somone could guide us through this mess. Oh, look, we found the guy! Dr. Jay LaGuardia is our guest on this episode of the Between Two Wrenches Podcast and we cover A LOT of ground. From the addictive additives in processed foods, to testosterone levels, female hormones, and the 80-20 balance of life. 

Find out more about Dr. Jay and get more insights on his website. 

Ultra-4 Driver and Epic Willys Adventure alum Patrick Peterson joins Cooper and Phil on episode 14 of the Between Two Wrenches Podcast. 

We discuss the trials and tribulations and lubrication tactics of Epic, what's happening in the world of Ultra 4, and what the phrase, "It's a lifestyle, bro" really means. 

If you listen to or watch the show, you know Phil has been dealing with disc issues for quite a while. On this episode, we chat with the guy who put Humpty Dumpty back together again, Cam Borch of  @whealth_  Learn stuff, and be sure to share the show with those in your life dealing with chronic back pain. #whealth #podcast #betweentwowrenches #backpain #discherniation Check out spreadwhealth.com for more info!

Watch the episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ZMewwcfuE7Q

Retired Marine Gunnery Sergeant, Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), and current Detective with the Eau Claire Sheriff's Office Steven Goss joins Cooper and Phil on the Between Two Wrenches Podcast.

We discuss Jujutsu training and injuries. His service in the United States Marine Corps and injuries, Sniper school, as well as his part in the development of MASC (MARSOC Advance Sniper Course) 

Also, if someone could open a Golden Corral here in the area, that would be great. 

Watch the episode on YouTube. 

Episode Numero Two features Teraflex resident adult, Dennis Wood. Amongst the topics of discussion, the birth of Teraflex, the awesomeness of Falcon Shocks, and that one time in customs with an artillery shell.

Watch the episode HERE. 

Live from the Milwaukee Tool booth at SEMA 2024 in Las Vegas, Cooper and Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt Off Road sit down with Zafir Farooque, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool's M18, M12, and MX Fuel batteries.

As the ONLY podcast invited to SEMA by Milwaukee Tool, we dive into:
⚡ The game-changing innovations behind the Red Lithium Forge batteries.
⚙️ How Milwaukee Tool works directly with automotive technicians to develop user-focused solutions.
🛠️ Exciting advancements like chemical-resistant batteries, cool cycle technology, and the groundbreaking pouch cell and tabless cell designs.
🚗 Why Milwaukee Tool's approach revolutionizes productivity in the shop and on the job site.

From insights into how these tools are transforming automotive work to stories from the SEMA floor, this episode is packed with innovation and practical takeaways for pros and DIY mechanics alike.

🔧 Whether you’re looking to upgrade your tools or curious about the future of battery technology, you don’t want to miss this!

🔔 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or watch the full video version on YouTube!

Nashville Recording Artist Elvie Shane joins Cooper and Phil on episode #8 of the Between Two Wrenches Podcast.

Did we convince him to join us on the next Epic Willys Adventure? Listen and find out! 

Watch the episode here

Coop, Phil, and Adam are joined by special guest Elvie Shane to recap the week in Las Vegas for The SEMA Show 2023. You can watch the episode here. 

Recorded from inside the Max-Bilt Gladiator on the infield of Daytona International Speedway during Jeep Beach 2023! We discuss the electric atmosphere of Daytona Beach, FL during the 20th Anniversary of Jeep Beach. Guests include Raddest Shipping Department in the World BOSS, Mark Ostman, and Tint Word Kingpin, Phillip Delgado. 

Watch the episode HERE. 

Episode 16 of the Between Two Wrenches Podcast is our second installment from MIlwaukee Tool Pipeline 2024! This conversation is with Ryan Mack and Leah Balto from Milwaukee's Power and Hand Tool divisions respectively. Learn how Milwaukee made its way into the automotive space and its new innovations to continue its dominance in the industry.

The COO, Adam Schultz, sits in the co-host chair and discusses his integration into the Max-Bilt world, why working on old Jeeps is his preference, and the worst bathroom experience he's ever had. 

Watch the video version here 

Your boys we're invited to throw down some podcasts at  @MilwaukeeTool  Pipeline 2024 and did so with a bang! First chat was with Jason Isaacs, the Director of Product Marketing. We talked about the impact an event like Pipeline has on the industry and checked out some of their cool new lighting products. 

Mother of two, wife, JuJutizu fighter, gym owner, and a woman who survived breast cancer at the age of 26, Sara Martinek is the guest on this episode of the podcast. We talk about her diagnosis, treatments, and fighting spirit in the face of adversity. How her battle with cancer relates to her battles on the mat and how Max-Bilt is doing their part to help find a cure.

You can donate to our Brakes for Breasts campaign here: https://give.ccf.org/maxbiltoffroad

The man, the myth, the BOSSFORD, Brian Hosford from NACHO Off-Road Technology joins Cooper and Phil to talk about taking home some hardware at SEMA in Las Vegas, plans for the future, partnering with ARB, and more. Watch the episode on our YouTube Channel. 

🎙️ Between Two Wrenches - Tackling Automotive Challenges with Milwaukee Tool’s Nate Anderson 🎙️

Live from the Milwaukee Tool booth at SEMA 2024, Cooper and Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt Off Road sit down with Nate Anderson, Product Manager for Automotive Solutions at Milwaukee Tool. In this episode, we dive into the innovations redefining automotive tools and shop efficiency.

What’s Covered:
🔧 The debut of Milwaukee’s new cordless DA sanders, engineered for collision technicians and metal fabricators.
💡 How Milwaukee Tool works side-by-side with technicians to solve real-world frustrations.
🛠️ The thought process behind creating ergonomic, high-performing tools designed for productivity and safety.
🌟 Behind-the-scenes stories about tool design, like integrating a pad-changing mechanism directly into the DA sander.

Nate shares his passion for empowering technicians and how Milwaukee Tool’s commitment to innovation is transforming the industry one tool at a time.

🎥 Watch the video on YouTube or listen to the episode wherever podcasts are streamed.