Recent Policy Changes Affecting AM, Gen Z & New AM-Adopting Industries

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld delves into the intersection of journalism and additive manufacturing (AM) with Matt Kremenetsky, an analyst from 3Dprint.com. They discuss various aspects of AM, from its breakthroughs and challenges to its role in broader manufacturing ecosystems and supply chains. The conversation covers significant topics including the impact of recent policy shifts, next-wave applications, and changes in the media landscape relating to AM. Matt shares insights on the evolving nature of workforce development and its importance in the manufacturing sector, as well as the future potential for strategic R&D partnerships and investment incentives. Listeners gain an in-depth understanding of emerging market applications in defense, data centers, satellite technology, and power grids, highlighting the importance of thermal management as a unique benefit AM can offer. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of current trends and future outlooks in the AM industry. 00:25 Meet Matt Kremenetsky: Analyst for 3DPrint.com 00:52 Diving into Additive Manufacturing Journalism 02:15 Matt's Journey into AM 03:55 The Evolution of AM 06:54 Challenges and Opportunities in Additive Media 10:44 The Role of Additive in Modern Manufacturing 17:26 Workforce Development and Policy in Additive 29:54 Respect for Manufacturing in Germany and Japan 30:44 The Rise of Trade Careers in the US 31:37 Gen Z's Work Ethic and Technology's Impact 34:34 AI's Threat to Entry-Level Jobs 35:42 Policies Supporting Manufacturing Investments 41:42 Strategic R&D Partnerships and Tax Implications 46:23 Future Applications of AM

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Recent Policy Changes Affecting AM, Gen Z & New AM-Adopting Industries is an episode from Additive Snack by Fabian Alefeld.

This episode is 50:49 long.

This episode was published on Oct 21, 2025.

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