MARK | DREW | BRUCE
We Built A Thing
We Built A Thing is about making things with our hands, sharing videos about the process, being dads and constantly learning. We are all part-time makers, dads and all have YouTube channels we are trying to grow. Throughout this podcast, we plan to talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc..
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MARK | DREW | BRUCE
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
064 - Butterfingers, Aha Moment Videos & A Childhood Story 08.10.2020 1:11:31
In this episode, we are talking about upstairs renovations, Butterfingers, aha moment videos, childhood stories and much, much more! Mark has started back on his upstairs renovation, Drew is doing some more weaving for his next project and Bruce is assembling the beast of a dust collector. Get 10% off your entire order of Mag Tools by using our Referral Link: https://mag-tools.com/?ref= BdPWHjto...
063 - Night Stand, Marketplace Score & All the Luck 01.10.2020 1:07:22
In this episode, we are talking night stands, marketplace scores and being lucky. Mark recently finished up a night stand build, Drew scored some lumber, and Bruce scored a sweet sander in a giveaway....plus, more. Get 10% off your entire order of Mag Tools by using our Referral Link: https://mag-tools.com/?ref= BdPWHjtofg5fq Use Coupon Code: WBAT Become a patron of the show to receive an awesom...
062 - Tablesaw Dovetails, Towel Rack w/ Apron & Renovation Vision 24.09.2020 1:08:02
In this episode, Drew talks a bit about his newest version of his tablesaw jigs. And there are some really cool ones in there like a jig that helps you cut dovetails on the tablesaw. Mark sets his vision on renovating the upstairs of his house, which will almost double the living area. Bruce talks about a towel shelf that's a bit unique since it has an apron that comes down the wall. Also, Bruce i...
061 - Heirloom Table, Stump Cake Stand and Voiceover Details 10.09.2020 1:07:04
In this episode, we talk a bit about how we go about putting a voiceover on our videos, the heirloom dining table that Mark built, the cake stand that Bruce made a video about recently and more! Get 10% off your entire order of Mag Tools by using our Referral Link: https://mag-tools.com/?ref= BdPWHjtofg5fq Use Coupon Code: WBAT Become a patron of the show to receive an awesome rewards! http://patr...
060 - Dining Table, Supercell & Kentucky Building 02.09.2020 1:15:15
In this episode, we discuss the supercell dust collector that Drew recently installed. Also, Mark is in the middle of the dining table build with heirloom lumber from his grandfather and Bruce tells of another trip to Kentucky and all of the stuff he built while there. Big thanks to Mag-Tools for sponsoring this episode! Get 10% off your entire order by using our Referral Link: https://mag-tools...
059 - Marking Brass, Stop-Motion Torture & Walnut Fly Swatters 13.08.2020 1:04:08
In this episode, talks about the mallet holder with brass corners he made to hold his great grandfather's wagon wheel mallet. Mark discusses some upcoming projects such as an #unnecessarywalnut electric fly swatter and a table build. And Drew talks about his stop motion torture he put himself through...and much, much more! SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP...
058 - Hammered Brass, Dust Collection & Shop Organization 30.07.2020 1:13:44
In this episode, Bruce talks about peening brass pins with a hammer for the first time. Mark develops some new chicken routines and gets organized. Drew discusses his dust collection situation and some upgrades he's making very soon. Be sure to check the show notes below for some of the things mentioned during the show! SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATR...
057 - Deck Finishing, Bowl Carving & A Wooden Lounger 23.07.2020 1:04:42
In this episode, Mark talks about some deck painting woes and how it's hard to teach a medium-aged dog new tricks. Bruce discusses his carved bowls he made a recent video about, & Drew is all about that wooden lounging life. Be sure to check the show notes below for some of the things mentioned during the show! SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPP...
056 - Repairing A Cutting Board & Drying Wood in the Microwave 10.07.2020 1:08:57
In this episode, Bruce talks about his most recent video where he repairs a cutting board and how he recently broke down in his truck. Drew is finished with the wooden lounge chair prototype and is moving on to the real deal. The guys do another segment of We Bought A Thing and much, much more! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -Ca...
055 - Vertical Plywood Storage & The Eagle Bobcat Team 02.07.2020 1:08:48
In this episode, Bruce talks about his latest video where he comes up with vertical plywood storage in his shop. Also, he tells about what he and Jeremy Meadows were up to. Jeremy was in Mississippi for a visit. Drew tells another funny story (big surprise) and tells a bit about his next project. He's prototyping it right now. Mark did some more traveling back to his old stomping grounds for a tou...
054 - Geometric Cabinet, Picket Fences & Drill Docking Station 17.06.2020 1:11:59
In this episode, Bruce talks about making a mantel by adding onto an old one and how he made his most recent geometric outdoor cabinet. Drew has been making pickets for a little fence for his dog, Wicket. Mark just published a video about a drill docking station with some neat features, plus lots more! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORT...
053 - A Doggie Metal Detector, Turning Furniture Feet & Fusion 360 for Furniture 30.05.2020 1:03:45
In this episode, we talk hair cuts (humans and dogs), how the amount of effort in a project does not necessarily translate into higher viewership, making feet for furniture on the lathe, moving outbuildings, a doggie metal detector and much more! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -Caleb Harris of YouCanMakeThisToo -J & K Kreations...
052 - Living Room Renovations, Basement Water & Desk Frustrations 14.05.2020 1:15:46
In this episode, we talk about the frustrating moments we all have on projects when things just keep messing up. Drew was having a hard time getting his tilt-top desk just right. Mark ended up with standing water in his basement, so he's been dealing with a lot of that fun stuff. Bruce just completed a living room renovation project at his parents' house, so that is a topic of discussion. Plus, so...
051 - Fueling Passion, Easy Projects & Back In Time 02.05.2020 1:01:31
In this episode, we talk about moments or experiences that fueled our passion for woodworking or other hobbies. Also, are easy projects not worth while to show in a video? We debate that a bit. One of our listeners asked about us going back in time to change a moment, and if we would. Listen for the answer! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: (THANKS SO MUCH!) www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREO...
050 - Some of the Best We Built A Thing Moments So Far 21.04.2020 1:31:23
In this episode, we take a fun trip down memory lane. We remember back to some of our most talked about, most requested and funniest stories and moments over the last 49 episodes. A lot of our listeners weighed in on this, and we are so happy so many people have favorite moments of the show! If you're new, start with this episode. It should be a good review for you and get you in on all of the ins...
049 - All About a Tree Farm: The Gunflint Designs Perspective 13.04.2020 1:10:56
In this episode, we discuss what the last few things are that they ordered from amazon...surprisingly, it was quite fun! There was a little bit of discussion about shock collars, but most of the episode focuses on tree farms. We go into a deep dive about Mark's family tree farm from how he understands it. NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -Caleb Ha...
048 - What's Good Enough, Starting Out Selling & Easter Candy 06.04.2020 1:05:11
In this episode, the guys discuss a few topics that were sent in as suggestions. One of them was what is good enough? Do you have a different standard of making when you're making it for yourself versus someone else? Also, where to start if you want to start selling woodworking items. Each of the guys has a little different input on this. They get into some of their favorite and most hated Easter...
047 - A Muddy Sawmill, Projects with Kids & A Special Story 01.04.2020 1:11:52
In this episode, Mark talks about his sawmill and how he and his dad pulled it out of the shed, got it setup in the mud and started cutting some lumber. Bruce just released a video about bow and arrow storage. He built a little storage spot on the back porch with his son, Alan, for his archery stuff. Drew did a huge upgrade to his shop lighting and tells us a really awesome story. NOTES: SUPPORT T...
046 - Fixing Light Flicker, Setting Up A Shop & Epoxy Near Food 23.03.2020 1:18:14
In this episode, Bruce is still working on the tv console, but takes some breaks to spend time with family. One night, he and his oldest, Alan, just go upstairs and whip up some wooden eyeglass frames on the laser. Drew contemplates the lighting in his shop so he can help get rid of banding issues. Mark sets up his new shop and the guys discuss how to fix light flicker in your videos using softwar...
045 - 2-Hour Headboard, Side Table Kennel & Bright Lights 12.03.2020 1:20:30
In this episode, Bruce talks about his most recent video, making a headboard in an afternoon for a small room. Mark gets the shop painted and tells a bit about the bright lights he's using (links to the ones he used are below). Drew reveals his next project and video...a side table that doubles as a pet kennel. There are some other things mixed in there and some great stories also! NOTES: SUPPORT...
044 - The Ole Wedge, Popping Breakers in a Planer & Domino Math 06.03.2020 1:07:27
In this episode, we are all settling back in from Workbench Con. Mark had to replace his furnace in his newly acquired house, Drew was performing surgery on his planer and Bruce wrestled with his Domino...and much more! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -Caleb Harris of YouCanMakeThisToo -J & K Kreations -Will from JK Canvas -Stephen of Wolf Woodwor...
043 - TRIIIIIIANGLE, WorkbenchCon Wrap-up & Collaborations 27.02.2020 1:15:53
In this live episode, we are broadcasting from the last night at WorkbenchCon 2020. We had a bunch of great folks in a room with us while recording and we talked about tons of stuff that happened at Workbench Con. Don't worry, if you didn't go, you'll still want to hear. We talk about some of the sessions and what we got out of them, we discuss collaborations, Drew is presented something special,...
042 - Mailboxes, Shelix Cutterheads & Beard Separators 17.02.2020 1:29:29
In this episode, we get into some discussion about mailboxes that swivel to prevent being taken out by snowplows, all about Drew installing Shelix cutterheads into his planer and jointer (spoiler...he had some trouble with the planer install), Bruce and the guys build a beard separator and Bruce collaborates with Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo and the folks from Lakeside Woodworks to builds some end...
041 - Kentucky Maker Meetup, Articulating Arm & All the Snow 03.02.2020 1:16:08
In this episode, Bruce talks about the Kentucky Maker Meetup he attended and all of the projects he did with Lakeside Woodworks there in Kentucky. Drew is building an articulating arm for his shop to be better lit. Also, Mark deals with all of the show and now has a tractor! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: www.patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -The Wood Victor -Caleb Harris of YouCan...
040 - Driving 8,000 Miles, Drew's Upload Process & 300 bdft of Maple 17.01.2020 1:07:01
In this episode, Mark talks about how he drove over 8,000 miles since Mid-November, how it's going and some new house and shop updates; Drew walked through how he uploads and releases a video and all that goes along with that; Bruce talks about the live edge sliding barn door he recently released, an air cleaner cart he built, purchasing 300 bdft of maple and much, much more! NOTES: SUPPORT THE SH...
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