MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations
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.
Episodes
On this episode we welcome Andrew Parker as our guest. Andrew is a talented woodworker who is just finishing up the woodworking program at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. He is a former software engineer who normally works out of his shop in North Lancashire, England. We have a wonderful conversation about his journey into woodworking, career change, the program at SBWI, and what's next. Check it out!
Andrew Parker
Jameel returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore tool chests, Japanese chisels, blacksmithing, finishing, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!
Jameel Abraham
WWing News
- Kreg Edge Loose Tenon Joiner
- Iwasaki Draw Files
- Bow Products Expandable Push Shoe
- Tooley Park: 3 in 1 Marking Gauge
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We’re excited to welcome Jameel Abraham as our guest. Jameel is a person of many talents, which include: furniture & tool design & production, iconography, and wrenching on Porsches, just to name a few. And oh yeah, he’s also co-owner of Benchcrafted. On this episode we dive deep into upcoming handtool gathering know simply as "Handworks"; plus all the happenings at Benchcrafted. Check it out!
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Deneb returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore his core hand tools, Stick Chairs, working with intention, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!
Deneb Puchalski
- @ddpuchalski on Instagram
- lie-nielsen.com
- @LieNielsenToolworks on YouTube
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On this episode, we’re excited to welcome Deneb Puchalski as our guest. Deneb is the lead demonstrator for Lie-Nielsen Toolworks and has travelled far and wide teaching people how to use Hand Tools. Deneb studied and taught woodworking at the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Rockport, Maine. He continues to teach hand tool workshops and has written many articles for all of your favorite woodworking publications. Check it...
Brian returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore the Multi-Router, Charles Greene's Desk, when to walk away, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!
Brian Brace
- brianbracefinefurniture.com/
- @brianbracefinefurniture on Instagram
- Brian Brace Fine Furniture on Facebook
WWing News
Brian Brace is our guest on this Episode. Brian is an accomplished, award-winning professional woodworker with a passion for Arts & Crafts furniture. He is a Master Roycroft Artisan and works out of his shop in Black Mountain, North Carolina. This is a fascinating and entertaining conversation with a true master of the craft. Check it out!
Brian Brace
Austin returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore his new shop plans, cherry, wiping rags, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!
Austin Waldo
- @texaswoodworkingfestival on Instagram
- texaswoodworkingfestival.com
- texaswoodworkingfestival.video
- @waldofurnitureco on Instagram
- austinschooloffurniture.com
WWing News
On this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Austin Waldo to talk about the upcoming 2026 Texas Woodworking Festival. Austin is a longtime friend of the show and the founder and event producer behind TWF. There’s a lot to look forward to this year; from expanded educational opportunities and a vibrant marketplace to a fun pinewood derby. Check it out!
Austin Waldo
- @texaswoodworkingfestival on Instagram
- texaswoodworki...
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
- @thewoodworkersbookclub on Instagram
- The Woodworkers Book Club on YouTube
- @owen.madden.cabinet.maker on Instagram
- finewoodworking.com/
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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
- @thewoodworkersbookclub on Instagram
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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!
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Kyle Barton
- @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
- bbcustomtools.com
- On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyl...
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
- @andrewjackchairs on Instagram
- Andrew Jack Chairs o...
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
- @marymaywoodcarving on Instagram
- Mary May - Traditional Woodcarver on Facebook
- @marymaycarving on YouTube
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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
David returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore Lathes, Chickens, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!
David Lancaster
- @david.lancaster.393 on Instagram
- David Lancaster on Facebook
- David Lancaster on YouTube
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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
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
- @alfsharp on Instagram
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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
- @alfsharp on Instagram
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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.com
- thewoodwhispererguild.com
- twwstore.com
- @woodwhiperer on Instagram
- The Wood Whisperer on Facebook
- @woodwhisperer on YouTube
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