Whatcha Makin' Show

On today’s episode of Whatcha Makin' , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive deep into the world of entrepreneurial woodworking. If you've ever wondered how to transition your CNC hobby into a profitable side hustle—or even a full-time business—this is the episode for you. We are joined by the OG of CNC woodworking on YouTube, Andy Bird of Andy Bird Builds . A...

In this episode of Whatcha Making , hosts Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) and Alex Duffy (Duffy Woodcraft) catch up on all things happening around their benches—from tracking an 11-foot walnut dining table crosscut to shipping out a fleet of custom 3D-printed articulated dragons. Then, the boys welcome a special guest: the king of Etsy woodworkers and co-host of Another Wood Shop Podcast , Daniel Du...

This week on Whatcha Makin , hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams dive deep into a topic that every maker, content creator, and small business owner knows all too well: Burnout . Whether it's the "little b" weekly exhaustion of administrative tasks or the "Big B" bi-annual creative wall, the guys talk about how they recognize the signs of getting overwhelmed and share their personal strategies for fin...

Welcome back to another episode of What You Making ! After a brief hiatus, the guys are back on the bench to catch up on life, share their latest shop updates, and dive into the messy world of product and project failures. In This Episode: Life Updates: Alex Duffy returns from a two-week medical leave following leg surgery. He shares how going stir crazy on the couch drove him to tackle some light...

With Duffey away, Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) is flying solo to host a jam-packed, off-the-cuff episode of What You're Making . Joining him on the bench is Jeff from Maker's Way, the right-hand man and producer for the popular Johnny Builds YouTube channel. In this episode, Alex and Jeff dive deep into the world of 3D printing, workflow efficiency, and the realities of running a maker business....

In this episode of Watcha Makin , hosts Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) and Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) dive into the core concept of finding your niche as a maker, while sharing their latest updates from the workshop bench. On the Bench & Whatcha Breakin' Alex Duffey celebrates finishing all of his inventory for the upcoming UFO Fest four days ahead of schedule! He shares details on his cust...

In this episode of Whatcha Makin' , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive into the mailbag to answer listener questions. But first, they catch up on a busy week of shop projects, including a custom "Casa de Pollo" sign for a refurbished chicken coop and the massive undertaking of wiring 75 UFO-themed lamps for an upcoming festival. Highlights Include: National...

In this episode, hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams sit down with Corey Rush of Fortress Fine Woodworks to discuss the mindset behind "unbelievable" builds. From solid walnut toilets to fire-vortex tables, Corey shares how a willingness to learn on the fly is more important than existing skill when tackling ambitious projects. Highlights: The "Dragon Toilet": The engineering behind Corey’s most vira...

In this episode of Whatcha Making? , hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams are joined by mixed media artist and educator Brittany Carbone . We pull back the curtain on the artistic process, exploring how personal history, identity, and science intersect with creativity. What’s In This Episode: The Intersection of Art & Science: Brittany discusses her unique approach to mixed media, why she transiti...

This episode of What You’re Making features Ashley Pieper of Shallow Creek Woodcraft , a talented maker from York County, Pennsylvania, who specializes in fine furniture and heritage handcrafted brooms. Episode Summary The hosts, Alex Duffey and Alex Adams, dive into the world of "brushes, brooms, and hand tools" with Ashley. The conversation explores the intersection of traditional heritage craft...

Hosts Alex Adams and Alex Duffey welcome a powerhouse duo to the show: Hunter Locke and Brandon Smith co-hosts of the upcoming Maine Woodworking Event . This episode is a deep dive into high-end shop setups, niche product development, and the hilarious perils of Facebook Marketplace. Shop Talk & Tool Envy: The Alexes' get a virtual tour of Brandon’s impressive shop, featuring a massive "tool w...

Hosts Alex Adams and Alex Duffey are back after a week off to talk about the intersection of woodworking, technology, and life’s unexpected hurdles. Recorded on April Fool’s Day , the duo kicks things off by dissecting the best industry pranks—from Vectric’s "Easy Clone" software to Festool’s "wireless" wormhole dust collection. In the shop, Alex Duffey shares his progress on a massive batch of D&...

In this episode of Whatcha Makin' , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive deep into the sharp world of CNC router bits. They are joined by special guest Liberty the Creator from IDC Woodcraft , who shares her journey from a small-town barista to a CNC bit expert and content creator. On the Bench The crew discusses their current projects, ranging from high-end...

In this episode of What You’re Making , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) are joined by Logan Newman of Newman Specials Woodworks. Logan, a full-time high school opticianry teacher by day and an obsessive maker by night, shares the fascinating story of how he balances teaching students to make eyeglasses for the community with his prolific woodworking business....

In this episode of What You're Making , Alex Duffey of Duffey Woodcraft and Alex Adams of Type-A Furniture dive deep into the world of woodworking finishes—how to choose the right one, the science behind how they cure, and why you might actually be eating bug poop with your favorite candy. In This Episode: The Legend of Johnny Appleseed: Celebrating Johnny Appleseed Day (March 11th) with the stran...

This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams are joined by the multi-talented Jeremy Hilliard of Ten10 Woodworxs and host of the Against the Grain podcast! Jeremy shares his journey from running a print shop to building a successful maker business specializing in custom foam inserts and high-end epoxy signage . We dive deep into the world of advertising for small businesses —discussing...

This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome the "secret third host" of the show, Patrick Gensel from Crafted with Machines ! The trio dives into the often-expensive world of tool purchase regrets . From the proprietary ecosystem of the Glowforge to the surprising realization that a track saw isn't for everyone, the hosts get honest about the machines that mostly just collect d...

Summary In this episode, hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams discuss their recent experiences in woodworking, including challenges faced in the shop, the importance of finding one's style, and the impact of market experiences on their craft. They share insights on epoxy projects, CNC technology, and upcoming events for makers. The conversation emphasizes the value of experimentation, community engage...

This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome special guest Thomas from Thomas Custom Woodworks ! Thomas, a former PE teacher turned viral woodworking creator, joins the show to discuss the art of the shop project . Operating out of a 198-square-foot garage bay, Thomas has mastered the niche of designing space-saving workshop furniture like flip-top tool carts and folding workbe...

In this episode of Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams pull back the curtain on one of the most stressful aspects of running a maker business: quoting custom projects . Alex Duffey shares his hard-and-fast formula for pricing (Material Cost x 1.3 for wear + Shop Rate x 2 for profit), while Alex Adams discusses his more exploratory approach, involving detailed client interviews, sketching,...

Send us a text This week on Whatcha Makin', Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome the talented Winnie from Standish WoodStory! Joining us from Ontario, Canada, Winnie shares her journey of building a thriving YouTube channel and business by creating accessible, step-by-step woodworking plans for the "weekend warrior." We dive deep into the business of digital products—how to design plans in Fusion 36...

Send us a text This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome the "Wonder Woman" of woodworking, Yesi from Knock on Wood Florida ! A former attorney who traded the courtroom for the workshop, Yesi shares her explosive growth in the maker community and her unique niche in creating knockdown furniture . We dive deep into the business of mobile bars —how she transitioned from a hobb...

Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of 2026! Alex Duffey and Alex Adams dive deep into the world of content creation for makers . Whether you are a "beginner" filming on an old iPhone or an "intermediate" creator investing in lighting and specialized gear like the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 , this episode breaks down how to get started and refine your style. The hosts discuss the importance of "fri...

Send us a text In the final episode of 2025, Alex Duffey and Alex Adams take a trip down memory lane to recap a massive year in the maker community. Alex Duffey shares his experience visiting the Next Wave CNC headquarters, offering a sneak peek into his factory tour and a major upcoming announcement. Meanwhile, Alex Adams detail his "ordeal" of milling a massive walnut tree and the meticulous pro...

Send us a text This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams talk theatrical sets and props with special guest Danny Van Meter of Upper Room Creations ! Danny, a retired firefighter and experienced prop master, shares how he got into the unique business of building and renting out set pieces for local schools and community theaters. He gives insight into the logistics of creating custom...