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
Enjoy this encore episode of our interview with the one and only Jeff Miller. We will be back with fresh episodes starting next week. Kyle is getting the shop back in some order after Hurricane Beryl. And we are all looking forward to get back on the podcast saddle.
Jeff Miller
Texas Woodworking Festival - Tickets on Sale
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It's just us on this episode. From Grizzly's surprising entry into the hand plane market to Ridgid's new cordless sanders, we've got the scoop on the latest tools hitting the scene. Plus some shop updates, including Kyle's Rocker, and some recommendations on shop wear and finishing supplies. Check it out!
WWing News:
On this episode of the MWA podcast Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions. Jon shares his favorite tools, finishing process, etc. and the stories behind them - providing a deep look into the craftsmanship and tradition of chairmaking. In Woodworking News we look at the latest tools from Lee Valley and some new/old videos by Wilbur Pan. Check it out!
Jon Grant
- handmadematters.com.au
- @handmademattersstudio on Instagram
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On this episode of the MWA podcast we welcome the outstanding Australian chairmaker Jon Grant to the show. John shares insights of his woodworking journey, Australian timbers, and his experiences teaching at his studio, Handmade Matters. We also take a deep dive into his passion for mentorship. Join the conversation for tips, engaging stories, and the camaraderie of the woodworking community. Check it out!
Jon Grant
Brian returns to answer the 5 Questions, again (okay, we have changed a few of them since last time). First, we'll catch up on the latest woodworking news, including an ingenious folding treadle lathe. Then, brace yourself as Brian dishes out his favorite tool acquisition story and reveals the woodworker who has influenced him the most. With insights on his go-to finishes, and top tips for fellow craftsmen, this episode is a m...
Brian Brazil returns. On this episode Brian discusses that what started as a simple task of building a water bottle holder kickstarted his love for woodworking. From Japanese woodworking techniques to 3D printing, Brian discusses his wide-ranging woodworking interests and experiences. Join us we dive into Brian's unique woodworking journey. Check it Out!
Brian Brazil
- @brian_c_brazil on Instagram
- brianbrazil.com
- swam...
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
- @kishimotodesign on Instagram
- kishimotodesign.com
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Kyle Barton
- @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on I...
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 in...
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
- @tedgalante on Instagram
- galantearchitecture.com
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Kyle Barton
- @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
- bbcustomtools.com
- On Youtube under BB Cus...
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
- @tedgalante on Instag...
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
- @verowoodworking on Instagram
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Kyle Barton
- @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
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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
- @verowoodworking on Instagram
WWing News
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 on Instagram
- @cordovawoodworking on TikTok
- cordovawoodworking.com
- Cordova Woodworking on Etsy
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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
- @highrockww on Instagram
Dyami Plotke
- @penultimatewoodshop on Instagram
- @dya...
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 on Instagram
- @cordovawoodworking on TikTok
- cordovawoodworking.com
- Cordova Woodworking on Etsy
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
- @jmawworks on Instagram
- JMAW Works on Substack
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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
- @jmawworks on Instagram
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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_woodcraft on Instagram
- hmrwoods.com
- HMR Custom Woodcraft on FaceBook
- HMR Custom Woodcraft on YouTube
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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_woodcraft on Instagram
- hmrwoods.co...
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
- @chefmoraes on IG
- Anthony Moraes on FaceBook
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