The Shop Stool Podcast

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An Australian/New Zealand podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (KingPost TimberWorks) and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

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152. Some Jobs You Run A Mile 11.07.2026 54:33

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We get into a job that Robin’s been quoting that really shouldn’t go ahead. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.c...

151. You've Seen His Work At A Shopping Mall Near You ft Dan (Leighton Builds) 28.06.2026 53:59

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We talk shop with Dan from Leighton Builds, about his unique world of temporary activations. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https:...

150. 150 Episodes, What A Milestone! 15.06.2026 51:05

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We get into one of Robin’s designs and talk in depth on how to attach glass to a timber display cabinet, If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin L...

149. So How's That New Ferrari 30.05.2026 56:40

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). So much good stuff this episode including a good news story from Robin, a bad news story from Bryan, and a new anthem from Jem. We also talk about the new Ferrari design. If you wo...

148. Hypothetically Speaking 16.05.2026 1:00:17

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Joey’s got another addition to the client corner and Robin talks about hypotheticals. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.i...

147. Let’s Go For Round 8 03.05.2026 1:07:46

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We’re back! If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/ Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingpo...

146. That's It For 2025 27.09.2025 56:04

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We’re all done for season 7, and the year. Have a good rest of the year and we’ll see you in 2026. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis:...

145. 6 Arms Are Better Than 1 ft LikeButter 14.09.2025 53:10

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). This is our last guest for the season and who else deserved that spot more than Jem from LikeButter. He updates his story with us and goes into detail about the new robotic arms he...

144. Robin Got A Frickin' Laser 30.08.2025 54:02

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). As the title suggests. Bryan’s also got some bad news about the blackbird… If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.co...

143. The Craziest Use Of A Byproduct ft Bolaji Teniola 17.08.2025 45:13

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We got to talk to acclaimed designer, Bolaji Teniola. He has some amazing designs, one of which is made from timber shavings. If you would like to donate to the show you can find o...

142. More Live Design 05.08.2025 24:46

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We do another live design session this episode, and catch up with what we’re up to. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.ins...

141. We're Building Doors! 19.07.2025 33:58

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Joey and Robin are thinking about doors and how to build them. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewis...

140. Slow Down And Play ft Isabel Avendaño Hazbún 06.07.2025 39:31

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). This week we have Isabel on the show to talk about her recent success and process as a designer and teacher at the VWA. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out mor...

139. Joey's Got Some Work Finally....And It's A Lot 21.06.2025 46:35

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). After weeks of no work, Joey finally has some jobs on the books. And it’s a lot of work, enough to keep a small army busy! If you would like to donate to the show you can find out...

138. Banksia Boi ft Mark Lilly 07.06.2025 50:05

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We talk to Mark Lilly, the creator of one of the most unique chairs we’ve seen in ages. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Marks Instagram page: ht...

137. Our First Realtime Design Session 25.05.2025 51:51

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We get into a few updates from Robin, mostly around client work. We also do a live, on screen design session for a quote that Robin’s working on. Bryan gives an update on his time...

136. The YouTube Game ft Nick Pedulla 10.05.2025 54:52

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Ol’ mate Nick joined us again, this time getting into the weeds of his YouTube journey and process. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Nicks Instag...

135. Is the Industry Dying? 26.04.2025 47:47

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). A light one this episode…is the industry dying? Let’s get into it! If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinl...

134. Welcome Back 12.04.2025 1:08:53

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Welcome back for season 7. It’s been a slow start to the year but we’re excited to be back on the show. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Le...

133. Without antibiotics mortality is 80% 26.11.2024 1:05:00

Welcome to season 6 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Better late than never was the alternate title for this episode. Bryan had a health scare recently so we had to put the show on hold. I’m sure you’ll agree it was the right choice...

132. You're Right Where You Need To Be ft JD Lee Furniture 03.11.2024 47:27

Welcome to season 6 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Jeremy, from JD Lee Furniture, joins us this episode to talk about his journey and his philosophy to making a product that sells. He’s passionate about what he does and he gives so...

131. Is 3mm Too Much? 20.10.2024 54:52

Welcome to season 6 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Joey had an unexpected call back this week, but it might’ve been unwarranted… If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram...

130. Different Approaches To Building A Vanity 06.10.2024 58:23

Welcome to season 6 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Some good updates from the boys; Bryan’s shed is getting close to completion, Robin takes on his first vanity build, and Joey’s got more work than he can manage. If you would like...

129. Joey's Client's Corner Evolves 14.09.2024 53:02

Welcome to season 6 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We might have a NEW new theme song. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/ Joey Chalk: https://...

128. Joey's Client's Corner 01.09.2024 40:44

Welcome to season 6 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We might have a new theme song. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here. Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/ Joey Chalk: https://www....