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The Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast brings to you in-depth interviews with woodworkers of note in our community - from outstanding hobbyists to award winning, international woodworkers. We also bring to you a bit of woodworking news and other...

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The Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast brings to you in-depth interviews with woodworkers of note in our community - from outstanding hobbyists to award winning, international woodworkers. We also bring to you a bit of woodworking news and other items of note. And we wrap things up with our fortnightly beer recommendations. Whether you are a hand-tool, powertool, or hybrid woodworker, we think you will find something of interest in every episode.

Language:

English


Episodes
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MWA603 - Owen Madden & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

4/21/2026
Owen returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore block planes, Japanese tools, Art Nouveau, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! Owen Madden thewoodworkersbookclub.com@thewoodworkersbookclubThe Woodworkers Book Club@owen.madden.cabinet.makerfinewoodworking.com/Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:24:31

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MWA602 - Owen Madden & The Woodworkers Book Club

4/14/2026
On this episode, we’re excited to welcome Owen Madden as our guest. Owen is an outstanding professional woodworker, an Assistant Editor at Fine Woodworking, and the creator of The Woodworker’s Book Club. It’s a great interview that touches on all aspects of Owen’s fascinating career in woodworking. Owen Madden thewoodworkersbookclub.com@thewoodworkersbookclubThe Woodworkers Book Club@owen.madden.cabinet.makerfinewoodworking.com/Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:08:29

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MWA601 - Andy Jack, 5 Other Questions & WWing News

4/7/2026
Andy returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore grinder wheels, heat treating metals, cheery, red oak, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:15:31

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MWA600 - The Return of Andy Jack

3/31/2026
We’re excited to welcome back Andy Jack as our guest. Andy is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor who works and teaches out of his shops in both Connecticut and Massachusetts. In this episode, we talk about setting up his new classroom studio in Massachusetts, teaching chair classes, along with some of his plans for the future. Check it out! Andy Jack www.andrewjack.net@andrewjackchairsAndrew Jack ChairsEpisode Link: bilimwwodworks on YouTube Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:47:56

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MWA599 - Mary May & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

3/24/2026
Mary returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore carving chisels, her current white whale, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! Mary May marymaycarving.com@marymaywoodcarvingMary May - Traditional Woodcarver@marymaycarvingSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:28:49

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MWA598 - Mary May Interview

3/17/2026
On this episode we’re excited to welcome Mary May as our guest. Mary is an outstanding woodcarver and instructor who works and teaches out of her new waterfront studio in Missouri. She offers both in-person and online classes. Mary has been featured in numerous magazine articles and television shows, and is the author of the wonderful book Carving the Acanthus Leaf, published by Lost Art Press. Mary May marymaycarving.com@marymaywoodcarvingMary May - Traditional Woodcarver@marymaycarvingSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:07:40

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MWA597 - David Lancaster & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

3/10/2026
David returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore Lathes, Chickens, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! David Lancaster @david.lancaster.393David LancasterDavid LancasterSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:22:24

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MWA596 - David Lancaster

3/3/2026
On this episode, David Lancaster is our guest. David is an outstanding woodturner and chairmaker working out of his shop in Maine. He has demonstrated at several symposiums hosted by the American Association of Woodturners, and has worked closely with Oneway Manufacturing demonstrating and helping develop their tools. Now retired, David focuses on green woodworking, using hand tools and human-powered machines. David Lancaster @david.lancaster.393David LancasterDavid LancasterSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order Lectures at MFA Houston MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:00:50

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MWA595 - Alf Sharp, 5 Questions & WWing News

2/24/2026
Alf returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore Spokeshaves, Ball & Claw Feet, Newport 9-shell Secretary, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! Alf Sharp alfredsharp.com@alfsharpSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:25:29

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MWA594 - Alf Sharp

2/17/2026
We are delighted to have Alf Sharp as our guest. Alf specializes in crafting museum-quality custom furniture inspired by 18th- and 19th-century American and European designs. He is a Cartouche Award winner from The Society of American Period Furniture Makers. So join us for a fascinating look into the career of master furniture maker. Alf Sharp alfredsharp.com@alfsharpSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order Lathe Tenoning Tool - Anthony Tools MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:58:16

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MWA593 - Marc Spagnolo & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

2/10/2026
Marc returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore Felder Machines, David Marks & Phil Morley, Marc's design ambitions, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! Marc Spagnuolo thewoodwhisperer.comthewoodwhispererguild.comtwwstore.com@woodwhipererThe Wood Whisperer@woodwhispererSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:30:14

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MWA592 - Marc Spagnuolo: The Wood Whisperer

2/3/2026
On this episode, we’re joined by The Wood Whisperer himself, Marc Spagnuolo. Marc was one of the earliest creators of online woodworking content and instruction, and over the years he’s built not just an impressive body of work, but a massive community centered on learning, making, and sharing the craft. This episode is a fun and informative look back, and a look ahead, at what makes Marc the go-to source for online woodworking education…and fart jokes. Check it Out! Marc Spagnuolo thewoodwhisperer.comthewoodwhispererguild.comtwwstore.com@woodwhipererThe Wood Whisperer@woodwhispererSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:12:15

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MWA591 - David Wright & 5 Questions, Plus WWing News

1/27/2026
David returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore scorps, timber framed shops, and his go-to finishes. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! David Wright @wrightwindsorchairstudioWrightwindsorsSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:30:05

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MWA590 - David Wright; Windsor Chairmaker

1/20/2026
On this episode, we’re excited to welcome David Wright as our guest. David is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor working out of his shop in western Maine. He has been making traditional Windsor chairs since 1987, with his work held in many private collections and featured in gallery exhibitions throughout the U.S. Over the past 35 years, David has also taught Windsor chairmaking to countless students, including Greg Pennington. Check it out! David Wright @wrightwindsorchairstudioWrightwindsorsSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:12:11

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MWA589 - Glen Rundell, 5 Questions & WWing News

1/13/2026
Glen returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore hacksaws, planes, Gothic English Windsor settee, and "your point of difference". Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out! Glen Rundell rundellandrundell.com.au@glenrundellchairmakerlosttradesfair.com.au@losttradesSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:41:35

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MWA588 - Glen Rundell: Chairmaking in Australia

1/6/2026
On this episode, we’re joined by Australian chairmaker Glen Rundell. Glen is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor working out of his shop in Tylden, Australia. He has been featured in numerous publications and is the co-founder of the Lost Trades Fair; an annual event that celebrates craftsmanship and skilled manual work across Australia. And perhaps most importantly, Lost Trades has just introduced three new custom beers. Glen Rundell rundellandrundell.com.au@glenrundellchairmakerlosttradesfair.com.au@losttradesSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:27:44

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MWA585 - Diane Deery: 5 Questions and WWing News

12/30/2025
Diane returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore rasps & spokeshaves, Ursula von Rydingsvard, and a large hanging art piece. Check it Out! Diane Deery dianedeery.com@diane.deeryDiane DeeryInLiquidEpisode Links: Hill School Student ProjectsUrsula von RydingsvardSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:17:58

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MWA586 - Diane Deery

12/23/2025
On this episode we welcome Diane Deery as our guest. Diane is an art instructor at The Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, where she teaches woodworking and photography. An accomplished artist in her own right, Diane is also a dedicated educator inspiring the next generation of artists and craftspeople. This is a fun and informative conversation you won’t want to miss. Check it out! Diane Deery dianedeery.com@diane.deeryDiane DeeryInLiquidEpisode Links: Hill School Student ProjectsProject Farm YouTube ChannelKeystone WoodturnersSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:12:51

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MWA585 - Wilbur Pan: 5 Other Questions, and WWing News

12/16/2025
Wilbur returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore dust collection, pine (the other soft wood), and some great tools to add to your gift list. Check it Out! Wilbur Pan Giantcypress.net@wilburpanWWing News Lee Valley Clue BoxesHarvey Tools - new Gyro Air G-700Pro Dust ProcessorBlue Spruce MIDI Card ScrapersBearkat Wood - Drawknife Chamfer GuidesLAP 24” Joiner’s RuleAnarchist’s Gift GuideSBWI New Expansion ProjectSAPFM - Curtis Bucanna InterviewSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:00:42:42

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MWA584 - Panning the Plane with Wilbur Pan

12/9/2025
On this episode, we’re catching up with longtime friend of the show, Wilbur Pan. Wilbur is a fantastic woodworker and a leading ambassador for Asian woodworking tools and techniques. He recently presented at the Woodworking in America event, and he’s here to share some excellent techniques and insights you’ll want to try out ASAP! Wilbur Pan Giantcypress.net@wilburpanSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Brian Obst @obstwoodworksJeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksVideo - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Duración:01:13:12