Wood Life

What does it take to turn urban salvaged wood from a movement into an industry? Jennifer Alger, CEO of Far West Forest Products and board member of the Urban Wood Network, joins host Dustin Moore alongside USDA Forest Service legend Larry Swan to share the real story behind forestry grants: the wins, the setbacks, and the universal truths every applicant needs to hear. If you've ever wondered whet...

In this episode of The Wood Life podcast, hear how Lumber Capital Log Yard went from a total unknown to respected logger, how owner Ken's daughters went from reluctant kids to passionate sawyers, and why they believe "it's not what you cut—it's what you leave behind."   From LT15 to the LT70 Super. From worn-out equipment to a family legacy. This is the Lumber Capital story.

In this episode of the Wood Life podcast, host Duston Moore sits down with Ken Postema to discuss his inspiring mission to craft wooden cars for children through Samaritan’s Purse. Ken shares powerful stories of how these simple toys have touched countless lives -- not only the children who receive them, but also the volunteers who help build them. Listen in to discover how the passion for woodwor...

In this episode of The Wood Life Podcast, host Duston Moore sits down with woodworking legend Marc Adams to discuss the origins of his world-renowned woodworking school, from its humble beginnings to its current offering of 250+ workshops and a diverse collection of teachers from all over the world. Learn the challenges of building a thriving woodworking school in the heartland of Indiana, and don...

In the latest episode of The Wood Life Podcast, Co-hosts Duston Moore & Colin Campbell sit down with rock ’n’ roll legend Chuck Leavell to discuss his musical roots, his illustrious career in the industry, and his lifelong passion for forestry. Hear the stories behind classics like “Ramblin’ Man” and “Jessica,” and how one phone call led to decades of collaboration with The Rolling Stones. Chu...

In this episode of the Wood Life Podcast, host Duston Moore interviews Logan Wells about his journey in the sawmilling industry. Logan shares how mentorship, education, and hands-on experience shaped his career, from starting a sawmill business in high school to teaching at Northcentral Technical College. The discussion covers the importance of technical training, sustainable practices, and indust...

In this episode of the Wood Life Podcast, hosts Colin Campbell & Duston Moore are joined by Angel City Lumber’s Todd Cooper, Brady Zaitoon, and Jeff Perry. The group discusses ACL’s mission to repurpose urban trees in Los Angeles, their innovative lifecycle projects, and the importance of sustainability and community engagement, especially after recent wildfires. The conversation highlights th...

In this episode of the Wood Life Podcast, host Duston Moore welcomes YouTuber Nathan Elliott to discuss Nathan’s journey in woodworking, sawmilling, and content creation. They explore Nathan’s evolution from instructional videos to personal vlogs, the challenges of sourcing logs, and the importance of storytelling. Nathan shares insights on family involvement—especially with his father and son—and...

Hosts Duston Moore & Colin Campbell launch Wood Life, the official Wood-Mizer podcast. We'll interview Wood-Mizer customers and industry experts, delving into all aspects of sawmilling, woodworking, and forestry. Come Live the Wood Life with us!