Beat Around The Bench Podcast

In this weeks episode we try and answer some of Colton's Age old Questions, such as: - Is there a finishing conspiracy? - Does Jess want to flip the world on its head, one finish at a time? - What makes the best pine-wood derby car? #scouting #woodwork #makerspodcast #podcast #finishing #details #jackassary

In this week’s episode we kick off the new year with a bang We each share our shop goals for 2024 Colton nearly loses a digit Jess gets trolled hard Ross agrees to build a $5k coffee table #Woodworking #MakersPodcast #Makers #Podcast #Jackassery #trolling #shopgoals

In this week’s episode we do a recap on the entire year.  We reminisce via Trivia about each of the old episodes We find out what went wrong in our shops And we drop some nugget bombs to wrap up the year and motivate the masses #woodworking #podcast #makerspodcast #makers #woodwork #jackassery #goodtimes #2023 #yearend #recap #trivia #whiskey #whiskeyoftheweek

In this week’s episode we get into the holiday spirit with a final push before Christmas.  Colton’s Abysses makes the butt-hole fonder Jess becomes “quick draw McGraw” and sets a new land speed record And Ross Hangs out with Degenerates All of that an more is in store for you! #Happyholidays #MerryChristmas #Podcast #MakersPodcast #MakersSpace #Woodwork #Woodworking #Jackassery #GoodTimes

In this week’s episode we got back to basics by covering what’s going on in our shops.  Jess goes off the deep end with Lasers and Sharks Colton asks us all to watch our corn holes  And Ross sings his woes about having too much work on his plate #makerspodcast #woodwork #woodworking #jackassery #makers #creaters #holidaypush #Xmas #christmasrush #christmas

In this week’s episode we’re joined by David Petritis of GearHeart Industry. He does a deep dive on:  tips for Small Businesses Profit Growth Work Life Balance  American Manufacturing from the ground up. Jess takes us on a magical Christmas Trivia Journey and Colton breaks down the Whiskey Of The Week. Be sure to Stick around for a discount code for a Gear Heart Industry    Branding Iron. 

In this episode, we are joined by Mr. Matthew Girouard of The Wooden Mustache. Like his name would lead you to believe, he's well versed in all things "facial hair" related. He takes us down a rabbit hole of possibilities. Jess doesn't mind a bit of hair in his mouth, Colton is rudely awakened by his Rye and Ross gives some sage-like advice about how "not" to talk to yo...

In this episode we have Jeff Henke of Makers_Way in OKC. We discuss furniture, business sense, Colton farts in a space suit, Jess plays "quiz master" and Ross brings the butter and donuts. #Woodworking #MakersPodcast #Makers #Podcast #Woodwork #Furniture #MidCenturyModernFurniture #CustomFurniture #NudistCamp #DonutTrick #SpaceSuitFart

In this episode we get back to basics and find out whats going on in everyones shop. Jess unloads about some cabinets, Colton talks about Christmas Reindeer and Ross has to reinvent the table. #woodwork #woodworking #cabinets #intheshop #christmas #reindeer #eskimotraditions

In this episode we have Luke Gelman of @LukeInTheGarage on. He does a deep dive on 3D printing, Chicago Politics and gives some pointers on how to introduce yourself to him. Jess teaches us about the Wood of The Week and Colton fan girls out. #3DPrinting #makers #woodworking #podcast #jackassery

In this episode we host Ryan Cochrane, the former 2 time Olympian turned woodworker. He's a self proclaimed "epoxy guy" and his favorite book is the Kama Sutra. We also learn about Jess' woodworking classes, Colton's Macho Man Randy Savage Impression and that Ross has a thing for Single Malt Scotch with a story.

In this episode we entertain Daniel Dunlap of Another Woodshop Podcast. Colton tells us about his Ex-Con Mother-in-law, Jess plays Alex Trabeck and Ross drops an F-bomb.

In this episode, we tap into the business prowess of JC (John Cahill) and dive DEEP on what things to do, what NOT to do and what mindset you need to grow your business. Also, Colton describes the Whiskey of the Week like a prostate exam.

In this episode Jess discovers his true passion of exposing his "knowledge" to others, Colton plays in the mud with other makers and Ross gets boxed in. Join in on the fun and good times in this thrilling episode. #woodworking #makers

In this episode we have Braden Boex of Little Bug Woodworking and The Sawdust Talk Podcast join us to talk shop about everything Podcasting and CNC. We also dabble into the upcoming Makers Camp and WorkbenchCon. htts://instagram.com/sawdust_talk

In this episode Colton contemplates the future of ColtCrit, Ross has to use mini tools and Jess plays with his box.

In this episode Colton presses his luck asking about sanding, Jess becomes the quiz-master and Ross gets confused about what to do with his mechanic.

In this episode, we are joined by Craig Paulsen of Bourbon Moth. He's the one REALLY doing all the work for Jason. Also, Jess decides if he likes any of us or not, Colton plays with puppies and Ross stands his ground!

In this episode we do a deep dive on essential tools to start up a shop. We Colton explains about how to pick the right fowl for the occasion, Jess enjoys his coffee au-natural and Ross goes bowling for the kids.

On this episode Colton has an affirmation, Jess learns about managing people and Ross admits he's afraid of Colton's Wife in the Octagon.

In this episode we mourn the passing of Bubs the Duck, Jess takes some PTO, Colton goes deep with his VR, Ross learns he's a God amongst gaming men and Adam Goetsch joins us!

In this episode, Jess goes on a deep dive into small business growth, Colton decides he would prefer the intimacy of his Dog over a cocktail and Ross brings back all of the 90's classic Jams!

In this episode, we have Mr Luke Capasso who is a well know tradesman, comedian and slightly above average gigolo. Come join in on the fun as Colton learns the true cost of helping vagrants, Jess turns on the internet and Ross learns how to impress the ladies with scaled furniture.

In this week's episode Colton grapples with a duck, Jess plays Panda and Ross was horsing around.

After a much needed by-week, we're back and better than ever! In this episode, Jess drops some truth bombs, Colton Bites off more than he can chew and Ross gets fired.