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
635 episodes
MWA433 - Kate Swann answers the 5 Questions
Kate returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how a 1918 house lead her to pyrography and the inspiring work Brian Newell and David Savage. It's a fun conversation with some intriguing answers. Check it out!
MWA432 - Kate Swann Interview
The one and only Kate Swann of the Florida School of Woodwork joins us on this episode to talk about the School, its mission, and its programs and classes. The Florida School of Woodwork is fantastic school that brings in top notch instructors ...
MWA431 - Andy Jack answers the 5 Questions
Happy New Year! Andy returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about his woodworking background from a young age, his big list of stumbling blocks, and the chairmakers that have influenced his work and life. Check it out!
MWA430 - Andy Jack Interview
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! For your Holiday listening pleasure we have an interview with the prolific chairmaker Andy Jack. Andy also teaches chairmaking in his cozy Connecticut workshop. Join us for a fantastic discussion with a...
MWA429 - Michael Jury answers the 5 Questions
Michael Jury returns to answer the 5 Questions. We find out a safety class lead to his passion for woodworking. We also talk about old school influences and 1" chisels. Check it out!
MWA428 - Michael Jury Interview
Michael Jury joins us to talk about his new career as a professional woodworker. His award winning designs are mix of shaker, mid-century modern and Japanese influences. It's a fascinating conversation with a true craftsperson and great guy. Ch...
MWA427 - Rusty Tchernis answers the 5 Questions
Rusty returns to answer the 5 Questions. From building a kayak to an infill mallet, it's fun conversation highlighting Rusty's many interests. Check it out!
MWA426 - Rusty Tchernis Interview
Rusty Tchernis joins us to discuss his journey into chairmaking, toolmaking, and the greenest woodworking of all - Bonsai. It's a engaging and fascinating discussion. Check it out!
MWA425 - Matt Lynch answers the 5 Questions
Matt returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about the sweet seduction of a Lie-Nielsen Hand Tool Event, and Matt's obsession with bandsaws. Check it out!
MWA424 - Matt Lynch Interview
Matt Lynch, a recent graduate of Northwest Woodworking Studio Online Mastery Program, joins us on this episode to talk about his experience with the program. It's a fascinating conversation with a great furniture maker, and an in-depth look at ...
MWA423 - Dan Faia answers the 5 Questions
Dan Faia returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about Dan's two favorite tools, and his journey from a Junior High shop class to North Bennet Street School. Check it out!
MWA422 - Dan Faia Interview
Dan Faia joins us on this episode to talk about all things woodworking. From his wood carving, commission work, instructional classes, and his day job at NBBS, it's a in depth conversation with a true master of the craft...oh yeah, we also talk...
421 - Wilbur Pan Interview
Wilbur returns to podcast to discuss some of the important aspects of Asian furniture. We have visited with Wilbur before about the ingenuity and function of Japanese and Asian tools, now let's talk about the furniture they built. It's a fascin...
MWA420 - Jon Joffe answers the 5 Questions
It's the obligatory 420 episode! Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how the influence of Paul Sellers lead to TikTok and Reddit. (Psst...we even set-up a chairmaking subreddit during the show) It's a fun and fascinating discussion....
MWA419 - Jon Joffe Interview
Jon Joffe joins us on this episode to talk about his continuing journey into toolmaking and woodworking. We also talk about his incredible access to different wood species, and the inspiration of a tiny divider. It's a great free ranging discus...
MWA418 - Matt Wajda answers the 5 Questions
Matt returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out what Matt's first words were, and his favorite tools with and without tails. It's a fun time with some interesting takes. Check it out!
MWA417 - Matt Wajda Interview
On this episode Matt Wajda joins us to talk about his tenure at North Bennet Street School as both an instructor and student. We also talk about his professional woodworking company, River City Funituremaking, and some of the fantastic work he ...
MW416 - Gary Rogowski Interview
Gary Rogowski joins us again to talk about his new "smaller" studio, the upcoming student class for his Online Mastery Program, and other fun happenings. It's a delightful and inspiring conversation with one of the true greats in our craft.&nbs...
MWA415 - Daniel Clay answers the 5 Questions
Daniel Clay returns to answer the 5 Questions. Daniel shares how music led to boat building; the inspiration he gets from his sister's work, and his "23" favorite tools. Check it out!
A Tribute to Nancy Hiller
This episode is a celebration and tribute to a life of Nancy Hiller - a life well lived. This episode is a compilation of several interviews we had with Nancy over the years. She will continue to be a inspiration and guide to all of us through ...
MWA414 - Daniel Clay Interview
Daniel Clay joins us on this episode to talk about his new book, "Chip Carving - Techniques for Carving Beautiful Patterns by Hand". It's a fascinating and fun discussion about the tools, techniques, and history of chip carving. We also spend s...
MWA413 - Chris Schwarz answers the 5 Questions
Christopher Schwarz joins us again to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about Chris's favorite tools, biggest influences, and the all important unicorn bevel. Check it out!
MWA412 - Chris Schwarz Interview
The one and only Christopher Schwarz of Lost Art Press joins us this episode. It's a fascinating and entertaining discussion ranging from stick chairs and workbenches, to drill bits and trim routers. Check it out!