Rethinking welder training with Marc Levin of Welder Underground

Marc Levin joins us to talk about the Welder Underground, the New York City–based apprenticeship program he and his wife, Adina, launched in 2024 to help young people enter welding and fabrication. Supported by ESAB, the program builds technical skills, work habits, and real-world experience through large-scale public art projects like the Rappin’ Max Robot. Marc explains why hands-on, creative training is essential for bringing new talent into the trades. This episode was recorded at FABTECH 2025 in Chicago. Email us at [email protected] with any comments, questions, or suggestions.