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Talking Social Media, New Sewing Machines and More on NC Shop Talk!

February 3, 2025 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Talking Social Media, New Sewing Machines and More on NC Shop Talk!

Tune in to the latest episode of NC Shop Talk to learn why 2025 is the year to kick your auto upholstery shop’s social media into high gear with stronger photography, better managed accounts and more. You’ll also hear about NC’s upcoming release of two bad ass machines!

NC Shop Talk is the industry’s first podcast. It’s hosted by Mal Maher of NC Carpet Binding & Equipment.

On the podcast, we chat with Mal about NC’s latest news, including two mystery machines; trade show survival tips, in Las Vegas and beyond; the can’t miss trimmers’ panel at MasterTech Expo; and, of course, ways to take your shop’s social media presence to the next level — and maybe even profit off it!

What Every Upholstery Shop Must Know in 2025 With The Hog Ring

If you’re tired of blurry shop photos and missed opportunities, The Hog Ring is here to flip the script. From building a global trimmer community to mastering the art of storytelling, they share how authenticity, lighting and YouTube can transform your business. In this episode, they share why The Hog Ring isn’t just a passion project — it’s a lifeline for trimmers worldwide. Learn how to turn shop photos into client magnets, why YouTube is the industry’s untapped goldmine, and how to avoid the #1 mistake killing your social media game. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek into NC Carpet’s secret new machines and the trimmers’ panel Mal is hosting at MasterTech Expo 2025.

The episode includes loads of name drops, tips on photography equipment, hustle advice, and even a chance to win some Hog Ring t-shirts! Start your year off right by giving NC Shop Talk a listen.

You can tune in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere else you stream. Just click here, and make sure to subscribe!

To learn more about NC Carpet Binding and Equipment, visit their website and follow them on Instagram.

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