MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

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.

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December 23, 2025 72 mins

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

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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

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December 9, 2025 73 mins

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

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Kate & Meighan of the Florida School of Woodwork return to answer the 5 Questions. We explore their favorite tools, seasoned and unseasoned woodworkers, and more. It's a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it Out!

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On this episode, we welcome back Kate Swann and Meighan Hornady from the Florida School of Woodwork. Kate founded the school in 2004 and has served as its Executive Director ever since. We chat with Kate and Meighan about the exciting new chapter ahead for the School. Check it out!

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Brandy & Dave of Silver River Chairs return to answer the Other 5 Questions. We explore new tools, favorite weaving materials and more. It's a fun and entertaining conversation with the OG Chair Nerds. Check it Out!

Brandy & Dave

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On this episode we welcome back Brandy Clements and Dave Klingler from the Silver River Center for Chair Caning. They’ve just released their new book, The Woven Chair, published by Blue Hill Press. We’re excited to talk with them about the book and their new studio in Weaverville, North Carolina. It's a fun and informative conversation with some true Chair Nerds.

Brandy & Dave

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Jeff returns to take on the Other 5 Questions! We learn about his love for the multi-router, mahogany, and some classes on his list. It’s an entertaining conversation with a fantastic chairmaker and turner. Check it out!

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October 28, 2025 54 mins

On this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back, friend of the show, Jeff Wyatt. Jeff is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor, and he recently released a new Popular Woodworking video on Windsor chairmaking. Jeff (aka @copperjohn_woodworks) works out of his shop in Tennessee, and teaches at schools nationwide. It is fun and informative conversation with one of the great ones in our community.

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Michael returns to take on the Other 5 Questions! We learn about his favorite woods, some new tools, and a desire to carve some bowls. It’s an entertaining conversation with a fantastic outstanding woodworker. Check it out!

Michael Jury

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October 14, 2025 66 mins

On this episode, friend of the show Michael Jury joins us. Michael is an award-winning custom furniture and chair maker. We talk about the latest at his business, M. Jury Woodworks, his journey into the “dark side” of woodworking, and what it takes to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro. It’s an intriguing and fun conversation—check it out!

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Jacob returns to take on the 5 Questions! We learn why he needs a bigger lathe, hear about his fondness for the Goddard Corner Chair, and talk about his mentor, David Ellsworth. It’s an entertaining conversation with a fantastic turner. Check it out!

Jacob Michael Goodman

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September 30, 2025 53 mins

On this episode, we’re joined by Jacob Michael Goodman, a talented wood tuner and woodworker based in Asheville, North Carolina. Jacob creates outstanding sculptural pieces and is just beginning his journey into chairmaking. Tune in for a fun and informative conversation about his work and creative path. Check it out!

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September 23, 2025 36 mins

Bob returns to answer the 5 Questions! We dive into his personal work bench, his thoughts on bevel-up planes, Harvey Tools, and his desire for a bigger shop. It’s a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out!

Bob Miller

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September 16, 2025 74 mins

On this episode, we’re joined by Bob Miller - an outstanding furniture maker, millwright, teacher, toolmaker, and self-described free-range eccentric. A graduate of the North Bennet Street School, Bob runs his business, Mass Woodworks, out of the Charleston Furniture Makers Community Shop, which he also manages. It fun and informative conversation. Check it out!

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September 2, 2025 40 mins

On this episode, it’s just the crew catching up. We chat about Brian’s remodel, Sean’s running, and Kyle’s shoulder injury (turns out it’s actually a fractured collarbone). We also dive into the recent retraction of the proposed Table Saw Safety Regulations, along with plenty of other woodworking talk and insights. Check it out!

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On this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Gary Rogowski. Gary will be presenting at the Texas Woodworking Festival as part of its Education Track. He is an award-winning furniture maker, author, and educator, as well as the Director of The Northwest Woodworking Studio and host of the Splinters podcast. Check it out!

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Morgan returns to answer the 5 Questions! We dive into his love for the drawknife and shavehorse, a marriage settee, and nice shoutout to Kate Swann. It’s a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out!

J. Morgan Grove

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August 12, 2025 87 mins

On this episode J. Morgan Grove joins us as our guest. Morgan is an exceptional furniture and chairmaker who, for the past 30 years, has worked with the USDA Forest Service to advance the full-cycle care of trees, forests, and communities both in the U.S. and abroad. He holds degrees in Architecture, Environmental Studies, and Community Forestry, along with a Ph.D. in Social Ecology; all from Yale. Morgan is also the founder of Par...

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Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions! We dive into his love for the Lie-Nielsen No. 60-1/2 block plane, hear a great tip on using the Ray Iles rounding plane, and talk about his stick chair settee white whale. It’s a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out!

Jonathon Hammack

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