Episode 61 – Should I be afraid of lead leaching?

The For Flux Sake crew is gearing up for NCECA! Tune in to find out their plans and where you can catch them live at the conference. They also dive deep into listener questions, tackling concerns about lead leaching in your kiln from past firings and fish tank safety. Can your ceramic pieces pose a hidden danger for you or your aquatic friends? Learn the facts with us and stay safe! Listen to episode 61 now on your favorite podcast app or stream here.

Also check out our blog article that discusses The Truth About Lead here.

And Matt’s social media post here.

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