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For the people who live somewhere between G-code, production deadlines, and the work that quietly powers the world.
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The Weekly Newsletter
Every Thursday morning, get the CNC industry insights that actually move the needle. We cut through the noise and deliver what matters: jobs, tips, news, and a little shop humor to start your week right. Every issue includes industry news, CNC job openings, programming tips, Ask a CAM Pro, CAMedy Central parody drops for a good laugh, and an event calendar.
The Afterhours Podcast
Real, raw conversations with programmers, shop owners, and leaders who’ve seen it all…the crashes, the comebacks, and everything in between. We cover nightmare setups, career advice, shop drama, and how to stay sane when the machine has other plans. Plus, with fan-favorite segments like Forgiveable or Fireable, the Price is Right, Would You Rather and Garage Shop Confessions you’ll find yourself wondering how anyone still has a job. No fluff, no sales pitches, just the kind of talk you’d have in the break room if everyone was being honest.
The most important CNC work rarely shows up in a highlight reel.
AND THAT’S WHY WE BUILT CNC UNDERGROUND.
Survive the Shift
Real Shops, Real Problems, Real Solutions
Forget the perfect setups and ideal conditions. We cover what works when Murphy’s Law is in full effect and your backup plan just became your only plan.
Lessons From Chaos
When Everything Goes Sideways (And It Will)
Theory is great until the spindle decides otherwise. We cover the breakdowns, the saves, and the hard calls that separate the pros from the people updating their résumés.
The Future’s Coming
What’s Next (And What’s Just Noise)
Technology’s evolving. CNC Underground creates space to figure out what’s worth learning, what’s worth ignoring, and how to stay ahead without buying into every shiny new thing a vendor’s selling.
We Are CNC Underground
Two voices. One mission.
Jessica drives the conversation. Christina ensures every word lands. The result? Content you can trust!
Jessica Urbans
Host & Content Creator
Christina Casanova
A Conversation from the Underground.
In this episode of CNC Underground – Afterhours, Jessica talks with Marco Bauer about the real path from job shop owner to building AI-driven manufacturing software. They cut through the hype to discuss what automation actually helps with in high-mix, low-volume shops and where human judgment still matters most. It’s an honest look at the future of CAM, quoting, and shop workflow from someone who’s lived both sides.
The Underground Vault
The Vault is the archive of CNC Underground. It’s where past newsletters, podcast episodes, shop stories, and industry insights live. If you missed an issue, want to revisit a conversation, or just feel like digging through the shop-floor knowledge, this is where you’ll find it.
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