MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

Join us as we celebrate this 500th episode milestone with two of the founders of the podcast, Dyami Plotke and Chris Adkins. It's a fun and entertaining look into how this all got started, our favorite moments, and most importantly our appreciation to you, our listeners. Check it out! Joel Paul GoFundMe Campaign Chris Adkins @highrockwwDyami Plotke @penultimatewoodshop@dyami@twit.social MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Mark Hicks jointeffort.netJointeffort.net/mwa@markbuildsitPlate 11 / Joint EffortBrian Obst @obstwoodworks

Sam Hunt of @cordovawoodworking is our guest on this episode. Sam is an outstanding professional furniture maker, designer, and on-line instructor located in Penticton, BC. It is fun an interesting conversation with one the up and comers in our craft; including a great ROS sanding tip. Check it out! Sam Hunt @cordovawoodworking@cordovawoodworkingcordovawoodworking.comCordova WoodworkingWWing News April is National Woodworking MonthLAP - Two new SubstacksKM Moses Tools - Jig & Sled SquareApril Fools Tool from Lee Valley MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle@bbcustomtoolsbbcustomtools.comBB Custom ToolsKyle BartonSean Wisniewski @Seanw78Mark Hicks jointeffort.netJointeffort.net/mwa@markbuildsitPlate 11 / Joint EffortBrian Obst @obstwoodworks

Jeremy return to answer the 5 Questions for a second time...its been awhile. We talk about his passion for custom tools (aka, boutique hand planes), zero gravity chairs, and the towing capacity of a Mazda Miata. Check it Out! Jeremy Wright @jmawworksJMAW WorksMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Jeremy Wright returns as our guest on this episode. Jeremy is a fantastic hobbyist woodworker and a longtime friend of the show. We catch up on what he has been up to, his new shop build from the ground up, and his great idea for a community "class, but not a class" concept we can all participate in. It's a fun and provocative conversation. Check it out! Jeremy Wright @jmawworksJMAW WorksWWing News Woodpeckers’ MagQuick Dust PortsOneida Dust Deputy Low-Pro Plus Lid Separator KitGarrett’s Bandsaw Blades - Spectrum SupplyMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Garrett returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out why he might need some help from Wilbur Pan, his new Melbourne Spokeshaves, Mark guesses blade manufacturers, and the door to his future workbench. Check it out! Garrett Roberson @hmr_woodcrafthmrwoods.comHMR Custom WoodcraftHMR Custom WoodcraftMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Garrett Roberson joins us as our guest. Garrett is an outstanding furniture designer and maker in Michigan. We take a deep dive into a recently completed a furniture commision. This commision was for multiple furniture pieces that were made from one massive 150 year old tree that had come down. It is fascinating conversation about an unique project. Check it out! Garrett Roberson @hmr_woodcrafthmrwoods.comHMR Custom WoodcraftHMR Custom WoodcraftWWing News Fine Woodworking New England Event - April 26 & 27New Woodworking School - Wendell Castle WorkshopSawstop making their Safety Patents PublicMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Great friend of the show Anthony Moraes returns as our guest on this episode. We delve into a new woodworking related endeavor he is pursuing, his recent chairmaking adventures, and the perfect PB&J sandwich. It's a fun and entertaining conversation with one of the great guys in our community. Check it out! Anthony Moraes @chefmoraesAnthony MoraesMenu for the LAP's Stick Chair Book Release Party WWing News Woodpecker’s Rout-N-Plane Benchtop Board Mill - XL - 24" capacityRockler Grinding and Honing Jig with GuideMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

David returns as our guest for this episode. We talk about his finishing processes with Sutherland Welles products and Linseed Oil Paint. We also talk about his upcoming trip to Australia where he will once again be teaching a chair class with Nick Found, and participating in the Lost Trades Fair. It is fun and informative conversation with a great friend of the show. Check it out! David Douyard daviddouyardchairmaker.com@ddouyardchairmaker on IGSutherland Welles 10% discount code: DOUYARD23 WWing News: LAP - Linseed Oil Paint: Notes from Overseas - Mattias HallinIncreased availability of Olive WoodNew 14” Metal/Wood Bandsaw from LagunaWoodpeckers’ new Marking KnifeBlue Spruce KnifeMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Jesse returns to answer the 5 Questions. We go in depth into his passion for routers and the learning curve for hand planes. Check it out! Jesse Hale: @shinobi_tree@hyperion_project2023MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Jesse Hale with Shinobi Tree joins us as our guest. Jesse is a hobbyist furniture maker, designer, and a pivotal part of the Hyperion Project. Jesse details his journey from 2X4 projects to his outstanding studio quality furniture. We also delve into his contribution to Pepe Lima's Hyperion Project. Check it out! Jesse Hale: @shinobi_tree@hyperion_project2023WWing News: Lie-Nielsen Hand Tool Events are back- 1st at LAPWoodpecker’s Dado NutCMT Dado Blade - EU CompliantHarvey - Table Saw Big Eye Rip Fence SystemMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Andy returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about his two favorite tools, his influences, and why understanding Jeff Miller can be its own White Whale. Check it out! Andy Glenn @andy.d.glennAndydglenn.comAndy's book: Backwoods Chairmakers at Lost Art Press MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Andy Glenn joins us to talk about his new book, "Backwoods Chairmakers". We discuss his inspiration for the book, his travels through Appalachia, and some the things he picked up along the way. We also talk about Andy's journey in the craft, his woodworking interests, and the classes he is teaching. It's a fun and informative conversation. Check it out! Andy Glenn @andy.d.glennAndydglenn.comAndy's book: Backwoods Chairmakers at Lost Art Press WWing News LAP - Even Better Stick ChairsWoodpeckers OneTIME Tool - Joiner’s Marking GaugeKyle's New Balance Shoes MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Joe returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about some his latest tool acquisitions and his well worn Roubo bench; and how his Grandfather and 7th grade teacher influenced his direction in life and in the craft. Check it out! Joe Bass @joerobertbassjoebassworkshop.comMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Chairmaker Joe Bass joins us on this episode. It it a fantastic conversation where we explore his journey into chairmaking, his upcoming Hyperion chair build, plans for the Ember Chair, just to name a few highlights. Joe is great friend to the community and the podcast. Check it out! Joe Bass @joerobertbassjoebassworkshop.comWWing News Kezuroukai USA National Event October 5th & 6th 2024 in Kingston, New YorkLAP Post on Linseed Oil PaintMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Wilbur joins us once again to talk about his recent trip to Japan. Wilbur is a great friend of the podcast and “maybe” our most prolific guest. Wilbur is a fantastic woodworker and an ambassador of asian woodworking tools and techniques. This is fantastic conversation where we delve into some of the woodworking highlights of a visit to Japan, asian joinery, the not-Zen of Japanese woodworking, sawing techniques, shellac, and espresso. Check it out! Wilbur Pan Giantcypress.net@wilburpanWWing News LAP post on BB Custom Tools Trident Drill Bits, Drill Extensions, Etc.Quercus Magazine shuts downDust Collection HeroErik Florip passing awayWIA maybe coming backTakenaka Carpentry Museum Kurashige Yamasuke Tools MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

This is a bonus episode of Jeff and the guys talking chairmaking. Check it out! Jeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Jeff returns to answer the 5 Questions. Jeff's highlights some his favorite tools from family and friends to the table he might get to next year. Check it out! Jeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

On this episode Jeff Wyatt drops by. Jeff is a fantastic chairmaker, woodworker, turner, and instructor located in Tennessee. He is also known as @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram. It's a fun and engaging conversation. Check it out! Jeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworksWWing News Fine Woodworking Magazine (Taunton Press)Active Interest MediaWoodpeckers Rout-N-PlaneWoodpeckers Jigsaw Blade HandleMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

Wes returns to answer the 5 Questions. From vacuum bags to Kinetic Sculptures, this episode has something for everyone. Check it out! James Wesley @jameswesleyfurnitureJameswesleyfurniture.comJames Wesley FurnitureJames Wesley FurnitureMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram

James Wesley joins us as our guest on this episode. Wes is an outstanding furniture designer and maker located in Wichita, Kansas. He employs some innovative techniques and processes; and his furniture spans from custom one-off pieces to commercial work. This is fun and informative conversation with some great tips and takeaways. Check it out! James Wesley @jameswesleyfurnitureJameswesleyfurniture.comJames Wesley FurnitureJames Wesley FurnitureWWing News LAP - New Book - ‘Backwoods Chairmakers’ by Andy GlennMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram