MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

Lauta returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about her favorite scraper, her new interest in molding leather, and her preferred finish. It's a fun and entertaining conversion. Check it out! Laura Kishimoto @kishimotodesignkishimotodesign.comMWA 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

The fantastic artist & furniture designer Laura Kishimoto joins us as our guest on this episode. Laura shares her background of discovering woodworking through her college design courses, and then finding her niche combining craftsmanship and artistic expression through furniture design. Laura details her extensive use of free form bent lamination and vacuum bag molding to create complex organic forms. It is entertaining and inspiring conversation with one of the true artist in our craft. Check it out! Laura Kishimoto @kishimotodesignkishimotodesign.comWWing News Texas Woodworking Festival - Tickets on SaleB Square by MJ Platt & Co.Woodpeckers’ Mortising JigMWA 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

Ted returns to answer the 5 Questions. From pencils, laser cutters, to dining tables, Ted shares his joys and advice on design. and the craft. Check it out! Ted Galante @tedgalantegalantearchitecture.comMWA 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

Ted Galante as our guest on this episode . Ted is an accomplished architect, furniture designer & woodworker. We talk about his fascinating new line of chairs in his Urban Fabric Series. We also discuss design, architecture, and the journey of bringing a new furniture design to market. It is an inspiring and entertaining discussion with a great designer and woodworker. Check it out! Ted Galante @tedgalantegalantearchitecture.comWWing News Laguna DX3 Driftmaster Bandsaw FenceEU Tool Battery StandardBlue Spruce - Optima Chisel PlaneMWA 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

Mike returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about Mike's 32 favorite tools, an upcoming white whale build, and his 3 tips for fellow woodworkers. We also talk about finishing too. Check it out! Mike Fifer @verowoodworkingMWA 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

Mike Fifer joins us as our guest. From boats, to chairs, to carving, Mike is a very accomplished and talented woodworker. We discuss his latest projects, some of the classes he has taken, and his passion for Windsor Chairs. It is a delightful and entertaining conversation with one the great guys in our craft. Check it out! Mike Fifer @verowoodworkingWWing News Joel Paul GoFundMe CampaignGramercy Hand Cut Riffer & RaspsBook: Ruler & Compass by Andrew Sutton 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 returns to answer the 5 Questions. From a Lounge Chair to the PantoRouter, Sam's quest to find balance and focus within the craft leads to a fun and entertaining episode. Check it out! Joel Paul GoFundMe Campaign Sam Hunt @cordovawoodworking@cordovawoodworkingcordovawoodworking.comCordova WoodworkingMWA 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

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