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
536 episodes
MWA532 - Texas Woodworking Festival 2024
On this special episode of the MWA Podcast, we’re diving into the atmosphere of this year’s Texas Woodworking Festival. First, you’ll hear a “5 Questions” interview I had with some of the attendees. Next, we’ll check out what Bad Axe Tool Works...
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Episode 532
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2:00:53
MWA531 - Woodworking Shows with Wilbur Pan
On this episode, we dive into the highlights of two recent woodworking shows with one of our favorite guests, Wilbur Pan. Wilbur, a talented woodworker and passionate advocate for Asian woodworking tools and techniques, was a presenter at the "...
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Episode 531
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1:19:49
MWA530 - Crew Show
This episode is a crew show with just us - Kyle, Sean & Mark. We have a little break between guests and we didn't want to leave you hanging. So sit back as we talk about new tools, what is going on in our shops, and weave in a couple of rec...
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Episode 530
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1:01:03
MWA529 - Shea Alexander: 5 Questions & WWing News
Shea Alexander returns to tackle the 5 Questions. In this episode, Shea shares insights on his preferred hand plane characteristics, early influences, and finishing recommendations. It’s another engaging and informative conversation with a high...
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Episode 529
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51:30
MWA528 - Shea Alexander
In this episode, we welcome Shea Alexander as our guest. Shea is an accomplished woodworker, carver, turner, and chairmaker, and an integral part of the Alexander Brothers enterprise. We dive into a compelling conversation with Shea about his j...
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Episode 528
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1:46:32
MWA527 - Patrick Moore: 5 Questions & WWing News
Patrick Moore returns to tackle our "5 Questions" segment! Discover what a Guitarde and Bisaigue are, learn about Patrick's key influences, and hear about his almost foolproof finishing technique. It's an engaging and informative episode you wo...
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Episode 527
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25:58
MWA526 - Stereotomy with Patrick Moore
In this episode, we're joined by Patrick Moore, a professor at the Professional School of Practical Stereotomy, to explore the fascinating world of Stereotomy - a centuries old discipline used by carpenters and masons to design and construct co...
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Episode 526
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1:35:45
MWA525 - The Ember Chair Plans
In this episode, we welcome back Blake Loree, Jason Gallagher, and Joe Bass as our guests. Blake and Jason are skilled chairmakers and instructors, while Joe is a passionate hobbyist woodworker and an aspiring drafter of woodworking plans. Toge...
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Episode 525
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1:06:10
MWA523 - Evan Court: 5 Questions & WWing News
In this episode, Evan returns to tackle the 5 Questions! Discover his passion for reviving the tall case clock, his fondness for a particular marking gauge, and his go-to finishing technique. Join us for a fun and informative conversation. Chec...
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26:34
MWA524 - Texas Woodworking Festival Bonus Episode
On this bonus episode of the MWA Podcast, Austin Waldo joins us to discuss the upcoming Texas Woodworking Festival, happening in Austin on November 9th and 10th. We’ll provide a quick overview of the event - covering exhibitors, classes, the ve...
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Episode 524
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27:22
MWA522 - Evan Court Returns
Join us for an engaging conversation with Evan Court, an exceptional furniture maker, artist, woodworking instructor, and contributor to Fine Woodworking Magazine. In this episode, Evan shares his passion for design, the creative scene in Dalla...
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Episode 522
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1:24:09
MWA521 - Rex Hansen & 5 Questions
Rex returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about his sage advice on spokeshaves, how a Rocking Horse turned into a White Whale, and his three go-to finishes. It is another great conversation with a true friend of the show. Check it out!
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Episode 521
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32:10
MWA520 - Catching up with Rex Hansen
On this episode our friend Rex Hansen joins us to share what he has been upto since graduating from North Bennet Street School. In a nutshell, it has been a lot. We talk about the numouse classes he had taken, his new makerspace workshop experi...
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Episode 520
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1:19:39
MWA519 - Gary Rogowski Returns
Gary joins us again as our guest. We talk about all things woodworking and more on this episode. Gary's renowned "Northwest Woodworking Studio" is about to launch the latest editions of his online programs. He is also teaming up with Highland W...
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Episode 519
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1:23:34
MWA518 - Jon Wayne Brown & 5 Questions
Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out why slowing down is faster, and how lasers and handplanes are a few of Jon's favorite things. Join us for a fun and entertaining episode. Check it out!Jon Wayne Brown
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Episode 518
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26:47
MWA517 - Jon Wayne Brown Interview
Jon Wayne Brown is our guest. Jon is a very talented custom furniture maker located in Vancouver, Canada. His use of design, construction, and wood selection is outstanding. And Jon’s journey in his woodworking career is truly inspiring. Join u...
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Episode 517
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49:29
MWA516 - Hague Haswell and Vic Tesolin: 5 Questions
Hague Haswell and Vic Tesolin return to answer the 5 Questions. Based on their answers, you can tell that these guys have spent way too much time together. Is it a very fun and insightful episode. Check it out!Hague Haswell
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Episode 516
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27:53
MWA515 - Melbourne Tool Co. (Hague & Vic)
Hague Haswell and Vic Tesolin joins us on this episode to talk about the new hand tools being offered by Melbourne Tool Co. MTC is a new hand tool company out of Australia producing tools that are simple, accurate and accessible to all people w...
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Episode 515
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1:28:51
MWA514 - Luke Johanson: 5 Questions
Luke returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out why every tool is his favorite...including the eraser. He also talks about the influence on Roy Underhill on the Sloyd Experience. Luke again shares some of his great wisdom and outlook. Check it...
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Episode 514
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45:19
MWA513 - Luke Johanson (Sloyd Experience) Interview
Luke Johanson of the Sloyd Experience joins on this truly inspiring episode. Luke is a woodworker turned educator that is working with his local elementary school to bring the concepts of Sloyd education back to the youth. The concepts he is te...
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Episode 513
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1:39:11
MWA Bonus Episode - Jeff Miller Encore
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 ...
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50:34
MWA512 - Crew Show
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 reco...
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Episode 512
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48:30
MWA511 - Jon Grant & 5 Questions; Plus 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 Woodwor...
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44:07
MWA510 - Jon Grant Interview
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 als...
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Episode 510
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1:26:08
MWA509 - Brian Brazil & 5 Question - Again
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 h...
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Episode 509
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26:05