MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

Josh Nava returns to answer the 5 Questions. From Roy Underhill to an obsession with calipers, this episode further explores Josh's foundation in the craft. Check it out!

Josh Nava joins this week to discuss the 1001 things he is up to. This is a great conversation with a true learner and educator in the craft. We touch on his recovery, but more importantly delve into the perspective and insight he brings to his work and life. Check it out! 

Brian Obst returns to answer the 5 Questions. From his grandfather's tool chest to a certain gracious chairmaker, Brian's ongoing woodworking journey is fascinating. Check it out!

Brian Obst joins us to talk about the ballet of woodworking. From prop master, chairmaker to boat builder; he has many outstanding accomplishments. Not too bad for a consulting Anesthesiologist by day. Check it out!

Brandy Clements and Dave Klingler of Silver River Center for Chair Caning return to answer the 5 Questions.  Find out how they both got starting in the craft, how a door prise tuned into a game changing tool, and all the wonderful chair nerds that have influenced them. Check it out!

Brandy and Dave of Silver River Center for Chair Caning  join us to talk about caning and weaving chairs. It's a fansticing discussion with a couple of true chair nerds about the "not so" lost art of caning and waving - thanks in large part to their school, museum, restorations, etc. Check it out!

Rex Hansen returns to share with us 5 woodworking nuggets he has learned during his first semester at North Bennet Street School. Check it out!

Rex Hansen joins us to talk about his first semester at the North Bennet Street School. This is great in-depth look at NBSS from a student's perspective. Check it out!

Aspen Golann joins us again to talk about the 5 Ways you can make it in woodworking. This is a fascinating discussion on the strategies Aspen uses to further her career as an artist and woodworker. Check it out!

Aspen Golann joins us to talk about all the incredible projects she is working on. From the Chairmaker's Toolbox project, to classes, residencinces, and those fabulous brushes. There's much to learn from an outstanding artist, humanitarian and woodworker. Check it out!  

Nick joins us again to answers the 5 Questions. Find out why a digital caliper is his best friend, and the Wood Whisperers' influences on his work. Check it out!

Nick Carruthers, The Grain Doctor joins us to talk about his epic shop move. He's a MD by day and an old iron aficionado by night...and weekends. Find out why Harbor Freight is your new best friend. Check it out!  

Emmet joins us again to answer the 5 Questions. We cover everything from how a girlfriend introduced him to spoon carving, to the value of effort and ego. Check it out!

Master spoon carver Emmet Van Driesche joins us on this episode to talk about Christmas Tree farming, wood sculptures, book and magazine publishing, podcasting, and of course, spoon carving. This is a fascinating discussion with a truly talented individual. Check it out!

On this episode, Mike Powers (@turningsawdustintogroceries on IG) joins us to talk his recent shop fire. This episode has a number of takeaways that can make all of our shops a safer place. But it's not all doom and gloom, Mike also give us some great pointers on proper fire fighting attire. Check it out! And Merry Christmas from the MWA Podcast!

The one and only Ben Strano joins us on this episode.  He gives us a peek behind the curtain at Fine Woodworking Magazine, Shop Talk Live, etc.  Also, find out why he's "The" furniture repair guy...except during the holidays. Check it out!

Brian Brazil returns to recapture the most frequent guest title from his arch nemesis Wilbur Pan. We have a fantastic and fun conversation that ranges from small scale furniture to plane tills to wwing guilds. There's also a little sports talk, because "someone" is a diehard Patriots fan. Check it out!

On this episode, its just us talking woodworking. We have some first takes  on new offerings from Blue Spruce, Crucible, Sinopia Milk Paint, Woodpeckers, a great discussion on Shapers, and interesting experiences during the Thanksgivings holiday. And if you stay till to the end...

David Douyard returns to discuss the 5 things he wants students to get from his classes. This is an interesting conversation about what you can expect from one of his classes, as well as, a peak into his teaching style. Check it out!

David Douyard joins us again on this episode. We talk about what he's been up to, an interesting collaboration he has going on, and full rundown on his upcoming chair classes for 2022. Check it out!

Meredith Hart returns to answer the 5 Questions. It a fascinating conversation about inspiration of clients, tools, owls, and the vagaries of internet. Check it out!

Meredith Hart joins us to talk about her fascinating career as a professional furniture maker. From North Bennet Street School to North Carolina - her journey in the craft has many twists and turns, but the results are outstanding.  Check it out!

Blake Loree returns to the show to answer the 5 Questions. From coffee to Grandpa, Blake nails the 5 Questions. Check it out!

Blake Loree drops by to talk about his new shop and chairmaking school located in Waco, Texas. We talk about building the new shop, upcoming classes, and his journey into chairmaking. Check it out!

Wilbur Pan returns to the podcast with all the Japanese tool goodness you could want from one show. He also tell us about a great opportunity to participate in a series of online classes from him and others on advantages and use of Japanese tools in the workshop. Check it out!