Episodi

  • Practical Training, Peer Solutions & New Tech at the Automotive Educators Conference

    Practical Training, Peer Solutions & New Tech at the Automotive Educators Conference
    Apr 7 2026
    Doug Kaufman talks with Tom Broxholm (Skyline College), Ed Martin (Pickens Technical College), Sarah Heller (Raritan Valley CC), and Heather Sebben (NACAT) about the upcoming Automotive Educators Conference at American River College in Sacramento, CA (June 15–18).

    Topics include: rapid vehicle technology changes, the value of hands‑on professional development designed by educators for educators, networking and peer problem‑solving, AI in the classroom, facility tours of ARC’s new lab, and how to secure conference funding through your school.

    Visit NACAT.org (Automotive Educator Conference) for agenda, session descriptions, registration and exhibitor info or email info@nacat.org.

    Highlights include:
    • 00:55 — Welcome & conference context
    • 01:18 — Need for hands‑on training (Tom Broxholm)
    • 03:36 — Why NACAT is “by educators, for educators” (Ed Martin)
    • 08:28 — Conference partnership benefits & expo (Heather Sebben)
    • 16:54 — Why American River College is a great host
    • 21:10 — Registration details & next steps Run time:
    • 24:30 Call to action: Register and learn more at NACAT.org — Automotive Educator Conference.
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    25 min
  • Not Your Father's Industry with The Rustbelt Mechanic

    Not Your Father's Industry with The Rustbelt Mechanic
    Jul 15 2021
    It's not your father's industry anymore, so what does that mean for you? Doug Kaufman, editor of Tomorrow’s Technician and The Rustbelt Mechanic, Kyle Thoreen, talk about what to expect for the expanding automotive industry.
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    28 min
  • The Next Steps with The Rustbelt Mechanic

    The Next Steps with The Rustbelt Mechanic
    Jul 12 2021
    Ready to plan for phase 2 of your career? Doug Kaufman, editor of Tomorrow’s Technician and The Rustbelt Mechanic, Kyle Thoreen, talk about becoming a mentor for future generations, keeping your skills fresh and preparing for growth.
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    30 min