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 catch up with longtime friend of the show and fan favorite, Brian Brazil. Brian is a passionate hobbyist woodworker, Newsletter Editor for the Woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island, and a veteran of many Woodworking in America and Fine Woodworking Live events. He’s also Wilbur Pan’s arch nemesis. It’s a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out!
Brian Brazil
Mara and Rob of Sutherland Welles return to answer the 5 Questions. From an old tenoner/shaper to musical animation, this episode is a fun and entertaining conversation with plenty of woodworking & finishing goodness. Check it out!
Sutherland Wells
- sutherlandwelles.com
- @sutherlandwelles on Instagram
- Sutherland Welles on YouTube
- Sutherland Welles Ltd. on Facebook
- heritagerestoration.net
- @heritagerestoration on Instagram
- Heritage Res...
On this episode, we’re joined by Mara and Robert Cagnetta of Sutherland Welles. We dive into their exceptional real Tung Oil finishing products and also explore Rob’s work in historic building preservation and restoration. It is a fun and informative conversation covering all aspects of their truly outstanding finishing products. Check it out!
Sutherland Wells
- sutherlandwelles.com
- @sutherlandwelles on Instagram
- Sutherland Welles on...
Zack returns to answer the 5 Questions. From trusting your eyes to cassette tapes, this episode is a fun and entertaining conversation with plenty of woodworking goodness. Check it out!
Zack Fealk
- @friendo.furniture on Instagram
- friendofurniture.com
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WWing News
On this episode we’re excited to welcome Zack Fealk as our guest. Zack is a furniture maker, designer, and the Lead Instructor for the 40-week Wood Design Program at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. It is a fun and informative conversation with a talented up and coming woodworker and educator.
Zack Fealk
- @friendo.furniture on Instagram
- friendofurniture.com
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Chuck returns to answer the 5 Questions! Hear about his four favorite tools, the touching story of his woodworking mentor, and the ambitious chair project that’s been years in the making. It’s a fun and insightful conversation with one of the true masters of our craft. Check it out!
Chuck Bender
- @no_bs_woodworking on Instagram
- acanthus.com
- Chuck Benders No BS Woodworking on YouTube
- Acanthus Workshop on Facebook
On this episode, we’re excited to welcome Chuck Bender as our guest. Chuck is a master furniture maker, seasoned instructor, and former Senior Editor at Popular Woodworking Magazine. He shares how he got his start in woodworking, his passion for period furniture, and offers up some fun and insightful anecdotes along the way. It’s a great conversation with one of the true masters of our craft. Check it out!
Chuck Bender
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Andy Minier of Swell Furniture! Andy is a full-time cabinet maker and the owner of Swell Furniture, based in Anoka, Minnesota. We dive into his work at a high-end custom cabinet and furniture shop, explore some of his personal commissions, and cover a few questions we didn’t get to during his last visit. It’s a fun and fascinating conversation with a great friend of the show. Check it...
Brian Crano returns to answer the 5 Questions. We talk about his 5 favorite tools, totems, and his bad ideas. It's a fun and informative conversation with one of the great guys in our community. Check it out!
Brian Crano
- @idontunderstandyoumovie on Instagram
- @a_liminal_object on Instagram
WWing News
On this episode, we’re excited to welcome a special guest and friend of the show: Brian Crano! By day, Brian is a Hollywood director and writer—but he’s also a passionate hobbyist woodworker and chairmaker. We talk about his love for woodworking, its positive effect on his film making, and his upcoming feature film I Don’t Understand You, premiering in theaters on June 6.
Brian Crano
- @idontunderstandyoumovie on Instagra...
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back award-winning furniture maker Frank Strazza. Fresh from two inspiring trips to Italy, Frank shares his experiences studying the marquetry masters of the Renaissance. A talented craftsman, instructor, hand-tool enthusiast, musician, and avid cyclist, Frank brings a unique perspective to everything he does. Join us as we explore his journey, insights, and much more.
Frank Straz...
Luke Barnett returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk drawknives, Wharton Esherick, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, informative chat with one of the champions of our craft. Check it out!
Luke Barnett
WWing News
- Jet Black Series of Tools - Jointer
- LAP - Layout Computer - Now Does Casework
- Fine Woodworking New England
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We're joined by Luke Barnett, President and instructor at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. Luke is an award-winning chairmaker, with one of his stunning Birdcage Rockers even featured in a traveling exhibit by the Smithsonian Museum. His journey is truly inspiring — from facing poverty and hardship as a child, to chairmaking, to now leading an accredited woodworking college. You won't want to miss this conversation...
Mike Pekovich returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk tool chests in a vest, his biggest influences, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, insightful chat with one of the true ambassadors of the craft.
Mike Pekovich
WWing News
- Ironbark Toolworks at Heartwood Tools
- Carver’s Drawknife from Barr Tools
- Pack of Dogs from Bow ...
On this episode, we're joined by Mike Pekovich—Editor and Creative Director of Fine Woodworking magazine. Mike is not only an exceptional woodworker but also a passionate educator and a true advocate for the craft. Tune in as we dive into his journey, insights, and what continues to inspire his work. Check it out!
Mike Pekovich
On this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Jason Gallagher — a talented chairmaker, instructor, and now, toolmaker. We dive deep into the development of his new Element Travisher, exploring its unique features and ergonomic design. Jason shares insights from his workshop in beautiful Northern California. Check it out!
Jason Gallagher
- Element Travisher
- @gallag.j on Instagram
- followingthefibers.com
- @FollowingtheFibers on...
On this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back our good friend Austin Waldo, Founder and Event Producer of the Texas Woodworking Festival. Austin shares all the exciting details about this year’s festival that will make it the best one yet. Check it out!
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Austin Waldo
In this episode, Alex Peay returns to tackle the 5 Questions! From the versatility of the card scraper to the influence of Nakashima, get an inside look at what drives Alex’s passion for woodworking. Plus, stay up to date with the latest Woodworking News. Tune in!
Alex Peay
- @peay.alex on Instagram
- alexpeayfurniture.com
- @alexpeay on YouTube
WWing News
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Alex Peay, a talented woodworker, chairmaker, and the innovator behind the groundbreaking Rotating Dovetail Joint. Alex’s inspiring journey from recovery to mastering his craft is as compelling as it is motivating. Join us for a fun and insightful conversation. Check it out!
Alex Peay
- @peay.alex on Instagram
- alexpeayfurniture.com
- @alexpeay on YouTube
Andy returns to tackle the 5 Questions! Hear about his love for the bandsaw, thoughts on production work, chair-making, working with top-tier clients, and, of course, that Wood Whisperer guy. It’s a fun and informative episode—check it out!
Andrew Klein
- @aklein2303 on Instagram
- in-kleind.com
- @AndrewKleinWW on YouTube
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