MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

Paul Jasper of Copper Pig Woodworking joins us on this episode . Paul is a scientist by day and an outstanding woodworker by night - known for his fabulous boxes, intricate design, and collaborations with fellow makers & artists. We dive deep into the art of design, execution and connections. It's fun and fascinating conversation. Check it out! Episode Links: Microjig - Grr-ripper2 Go htt...

Rex returns to tell us 5 Things he has learned so far at North Bennet Street School. There are some great takeaways on this episode - from sharpening, to table saw techniques, to critical eyesight, just to name a few. Check it out! Show Links: Table Saw Sled - L Stop Block  https://www.instagram.com/p/CpDedwBrtWO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Rex returns to the podcast to tell us all about his third semester at North Bennet Street School. We go into detail on his third semester projects, skills he has learned, and the opportunities that abound at NBSS. It's great conversation with a great friend. Check it out! Show Links: Oneida introduces the “Supercell Turbo Dust Collector https://www.woodshopnews.com/tools-machines/oneida-adds-...

Andy returns to answer the 5 Questions. From cabinet scrapers to Italian design, Andy's many influences might inspire you too. Check it out! 

Andy Minier of Swell Furniture joins us on this episode. Andy is part time furniture maker in Minnesota with a passion for Mid-Century Modern design. His unique and fantastic journey in the craft leads from atomic-age design to cricket bats. It's a fun-filled discussion. Check it out!

James returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how fruit trees and Mike Dunbar led to lifelong obsession with Windsor Chairs. And there's another couple of helpful tips on steam bending. Check it out!

James Mursell of The Windsor Workshop joins on this episode. James is a prolific chairmaker, instructor and toolmaker. He combines both American and English chair aesthetics into some outstanding Windsor Chairs designs. He is also known for his chairmaking tools, and steam bending techniques. Check it out!  

Longtime friend of the show, Brian Brazil joins us on this episode. We get to catch up with him, his latest projects, and all the happenings at the Woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island. It's a great conversation with a great guy. Check it out!

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!

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 and is located in beautiful Tampa Bay. We discuss their operations and facilities, classes, and their Certificate in Furniture Making Program. It's a f...

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!

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 talented craftsperson. Check it out! 

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!

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. Check it out!

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!

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!

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!

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 the Online Mastery Program from a student's perspective. Check it out!

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!

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 about Dan being SAPFM's 2023 recipient of the Cartouche Award. Check it out!

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 fascinating discussion on little explored topic. Check it out!

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. Check it out!  

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 discussion. Check it out!

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!

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 is doing. It' a fun and lively discussion with a outstanding craftsperson, instructor, and all around great guy. Check it out!