Coming This November: Real Conversations About Real Metal
We’ve always believed that the best deals happen over a handshake, not an email chain. So when Cliff Nance, CEO of Tungco, packed his microphone and headed to Helsinki for the ITIA conference, he brought that same philosophy to the podcast booth.
The result? Cliff’s Notes — a new podcast series launching this November that cuts through the noise and gets straight to what matters in the tungsten industry.
From Kentucky to Helsinki: Conversations That Matter
Filmed during the International Tungsten Industry Association conference in Helsinki, Finland, Cliff sat down with tungsten specialists from around the globe. These aren’t your typical corporate interviews. Think of it more like pulling up a chair with someone who knows their metal — and isn’t afraid to tell you how it really works.
The lineup includes industry veterans, Tungco’s own team members stepping into new roles, and even a member of the Women of Tungsten (stay tuned for more on that pioneering group). Each episode brings fresh perspective on everything from reclamation technology to the future of secondary raw materials.
Meet Your Host: Cliff Nance
If you know Tungco, you know we’re not your typical metals supplier. We’re a second-generation family business that started in backyards and barns in Madisonville, Kentucky — and Cliff embodies that legacy.
He didn’t inherit the CEO title from a boardroom. He earned it from the plant floor, working his way through every role at the company his father founded. That hands-on experience means when Cliff talks tungsten, he’s not reading from a script. He’s lived it.
When he’s not running a global tungsten operation, you might find Cliff at The Crowded House — the local gastropub he co-owns in his hometown — or out with his horses and bird dogs. He’s a father of two (his son Evan is currently interning at Tungco while pursuing his MBA at Belmont University), and he’s got a thing for fast cars and international travel. In other words, he’s someone who appreciates both where he came from and where the industry is heading.
Oh, and if you’ve caught the Misfit Social Podcast, you already know Cliff as a co-host. He’s bringing that same authentic, no-BS energy to Cliff’s Notes.
Inside the Episodes
Here’s what made the Helsinki sessions special: Tungco team members Brice Littlepage, Adam Rubin, and Ryan Sizemore joined Cliff to officially announce their new roles within the company. These aren’t just promotions — they represent Tungco’s commitment to building the next generation of tungsten expertise.
The conversations span everything you’d want to know if you’re serious about tungsten:
- Global sourcing strategies that actually work
- The technology driving modern reclamation
- What “sustainable” really means when you’re talking about secondary raw materials
- Industry insights from people who’ve been moving metal for decades
Why This Matters (Especially If You’re Looking for a Reputable U.S. Supplier)
Let’s be honest: the tungsten industry can feel like an insider’s game. Prices fluctuate. Quality varies. And finding a supplier who picks up the phone when you need them? That’s harder than it should be.
Tungco has been in this business since 1969 — not because we’re good at hiding behind email, but because we built relationships that last. We’re a U.S.-based company with global reach, which means we understand both domestic needs and international supply chains. When you need tungsten carbide reclamation, raw feed supply, or just straight answers about pricing, we’re the call you make.
Whether you’re searching for “where can I buy tungsten in America” or you need truckload quantities shipped internationally, we’re equipped to handle it. Our procurement team includes some of the most knowledgeable tungsten specialists in the industry — and now, through Cliff’s Notes, you can hear directly from them.
When and Where to Listen
Cliff’s Notes will air every Wednesday starting in November 2025 for approximately seven weeks. The series drops right after the Season 4 finale of Misfit Social, keeping the momentum going until Misfit Social Season 5 launches in January 2026.
This isn’t just content for content’s sake. These are the conversations we’re already having — about the future of tungsten recycling, the industries we serve (oil and gas, aerospace, healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and beyond), and how thousands of tons of tungsten scrap can become revenue for suppliers and reusable material for the world.
Our “Whatever It Takes” Promise
At Tungco, “Whatever It Takes” isn’t a tagline. It’s how we operate.
We weigh every pound with care. We settle every quote with integrity. We do things the right way, not the easy way. And when you call us, someone answers — because we’re relationship builders who play the long game.
Cliff’s Notes is an extension of that philosophy. It’s us showing you who we are, what we know, and why we’re the leading source for tungsten reclamation worldwide.
Ready to hear more? Stay tuned for episode drops starting this November. And if you need tungsten today — scrap reclamation, powder, alloys, or anything in between — you know where to find us.
Let us prove it to you. It’s as simple as a price quote.
Tungco: Global suppliers who operate locally. Metal movers with soul. Based in America, serving the world.
Contact us today to discuss your tungsten needs — because your word still matters, and so does ours.
