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June 30, 2024 36 mins

In this bonus episode, Jackie interviews Jeff Kadlic, a musician, songwriter, luthier, and audio engineer, about how he became a luthier. Jeff shares his journey from working at a rehearsal studio in New York City to starting his own repair work and making electronics upgrade kits for popular guitar models. He eventually started making his own guitars and has made around 40-50 guitars to date. Jeff also discusses the importance of finish work in guitar making and showcases one of his guitars, the Champtone Atomic. He shares the story of how he made a red Fender Telecaster style guitar that caught the attention of Jimmy Fallon. Jimmy ended up buying the guitar and using it on his late-night show. Jeff also talks about his experience delivering the guitar to Jimmy and the excitement of seeing it being played on TV.  https://www.champtone.com/

MADE with JACKIE HANZL is an interview series featuring entrepreneurs, small business owners, artists, musicians, etc. who are MADE. MADE as in self-made, made their own way, made their passion into a living. They’ve stayed true to themselves and followed their hearts. Each interview begins with a recap of an episode of their favorite series. We discuss why they chose that particular show,  how they relate to the characters, and how it inspires them.

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Hosted & produced by Jackie Hanzl

MADE with Jackie Hanzl is an interview series featuring artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, small business owners, YouTubers, not for profit founders, influencers, etc. who are MADE. MADE as in self-made, made their own way, made their passion into a living. They’ve stayed true to themselves and followed their hearts.

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Music written & produced by Jeff Kadlic
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