# 508: The Trampoline is at Zero

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2025-12-12
- Length: 1h 05m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss how digital fabrication tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines have become more accessible and affordable. They compare the ease of use of modern tools like Glow Forge and Bambu Lab printers against the steep learning curves of traditional CNC machining and complex CAD software like Fusion 360. The hosts also share personal anecdotes about troubleshooting software issues, managing freelance finances, and the challenges of creating content around these technologies.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=1) Introduction and Holiday Marketing
- [0:53](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=53) Bob Clagett's Leather Business and Finances
- [10:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=603) David Picciuto's Rental Project and Short-Form Content
- [14:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=870) Jimmy Diresta's Fish Tanks and 3D Printing Video
- [22:49](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=1369) The Accessibility of 3D Printing and CAD Software
- [33:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=2009) Troubleshooting Illustrator Files and AI Assistance
- [43:10](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=2590) The Evolution of Laser Cutters from Epilogue to Glow Forge
- [47:10](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=2830) CNC Barriers and Dreams for an Automated Machine
- [58:38](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=3518) Digital Tools as Space-Saving Alternatives to Traditional Shops
- [1:02:27](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2025-12-12-508-the-trampoline-is-at-zero#t=3747) Patreon Shoutouts and Recommendations

## Topics

- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)
- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Manufacturing partners & offshoring](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/manufacturing-partners)
- [Scaling production](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/scaling-production)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Bambu Lab (other)
- Fusion 360 (tool)
- LightBurn (tool)
- Glow Forge (other)
- Epilogue Laser (other)
- Full Spectrum (other)
- Thunder Laser (other)
- Vectric (tool)
- Onshape (tool)
- Thingiverse (other)
- ChatGPT (tool)
- Easel (tool)
- Lincoln Electric (company)

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- [STL: Digital woodworking with MatterHackers](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-10-stl-digital-woodworking-with-matterhackers) (Shop Talk Live)
- [14: Top Tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/thoroughly-considered/2016-06-24-14-top-tools) (Thoroughly Considered)
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