Often known as an affordable workhorse that will eventually get thrown away, vinyl is usually only thought about when it rips. On the latest edition of the Textile Nerd Podcast, Lori and Dan will break out the crystal ball with industry big wig Robert Hinsch to examine what could be for the too-often-taken-for-granted material. Could new scrim or coating concoctions be on the horizon for venerable vinyl? Join Lori and Dan as they ponder what's possible with vinyl.

As the scales of globalization continue to rebalance textiles and the supply chain, the Textile Nerd Podcast will once again talk with Courtney Williams of textile innovator, brrrº, about the international economic ecosystem. Her insights from working more than two decades in fabric in markets including Asia, Europe, and the United States illuminate challenges and opportunities. Join Lori, Dan, and Courtney as they explore the landscape in a wide-ranging fashion without wasting your time.

What does circularity mean to you? More imporantly, are there textile-to-textile life cycles out there that could be feasible and scalable? The newest edition of the Textile Nerd Podcast picks the globally-experienced mind of brrrº Vice President of Operations & Product Development Courtney Williams. Lori, Dan will explore everything from mushroom leather to home compost as 3D printing filament and more with the textile veteran who has worked in Europe, Asia, and the United States.