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The Manufacturing Leadership PodcastThe Future of
Industrial
Operations

Industry Next is the manufacturing leadership podcast for operators, innovators, and problem-solvers shaping the next decade of industrial operations.

Danny Gonzales host of Industry Next manufacturing leadership podcast

Not Just Another Industry Podcast

As a manufacturing leadership podcast, Industry Next strikes a balance between authoritative insight and accessible conversation. Unlike typical industry podcasts that can be overly technical or exclusively executive-focused, we bridge the gap.

We cover the full spectrum of what drives industrial success: manufacturing leadership, supply chain innovation, AI and data transformation, operational excellence, and the human side of running world-class operations.

Growth

Market influence & strategy

Innovation

AI & Digital Transformation

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MARKETING

63 min

Episode 5 • September 10, 2026

with CHRIS LUECKE

Are You Using AI to Hide?

Most leaders think AI’s threat to their brand is a flood of bad content. Chris Luecke says the real risk is that it hands them one more reason to stay invisible.

SALES

46 min

Episode 4 • August 18, 2026

with KEVIN BOWERS

AI Starts the Deal. People Still Close It.

Most sellers still pitch one decision maker. Kevin Bowers has the data on who else is in the room now, and why 100,000 buyers still fly to Chicago to touch the machines.

MARKETING

45 min

Episode 3 • July 8, 2026

with JOSEPH LEWIN

Digital Presence Is a Leadership Skill

Most B2B content strategies fail before they start. Joseph Lewin explains why, and what manufacturing leaders can do about it right now.

Danny Gonzales host of Industry Next manufacturing leadership podcast

The Host

Danny Gonzales

As CEO of IndustrialSage, Danny Gonzales has spent more than a decade covering the industrial space and has interviewed more than 500 manufacturing and operations leaders. On this manufacturing leadership podcast, he brings an operator’s mindset to every conversation, cutting through the buzzwords to uncover the real strategies driving success in today’s industrial landscape.

10+

Years Experience

500+

Leaders Interviewed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Industry Next?

Industry Next is a manufacturing leadership podcast hosted by Danny Gonzales, CEO of IndustrialSage. Each episode features in-depth conversations with the operators, engineers, and executives shaping the future of industrial operations.

Who hosts Industry Next?

Industry Next is hosted by Danny Gonzales, CEO of IndustrialSage. Danny has interviewed more than 500 manufacturing and operations leaders over the past decade, giving him a deep understanding of what drives success on the plant floor and in the boardroom.

What topics does Industry Next cover?

Industry Next covers the full spectrum of manufacturing leadership: AI and data in production, supply chain strategy, digital transformation, industrial connectivity, operational excellence, and the leadership principles that drive world-class operations.

How long are Industry Next episodes?

Episodes typically run 40 to 60 minutes, giving guests enough time to go deep on the topics that matter most to manufacturing and operations leaders.

Where can I listen to Industry Next?

Industry Next episodes are available on the IndustrialSage website and on major podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. New episodes are released regularly.

How is Industry Next different from other manufacturing podcasts?

Industry Next is built for leaders, not just technologists. While many industrial podcasts focus narrowly on technology or equipment, Industry Next bridges the gap between the plant floor and the executive suite, covering the strategy, leadership, and innovation that moves the entire industry forward.

Become a Sponsor

Industry Next collaborates with a small group of strategic sponsors committed to advancing the industrial space. Sponsorships are intentionally selective, emphasizing credibility, alignment, and meaningful exposure within a senior-level audience.