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MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst

The Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast brings to you in-depth interviews with woodworkers of note in our community - from outstanding hobbyists to award winning, international woodworkers. We also bring to you a bit of woodworking news and other items of note. And we wrap things up with our fortnightly beer recommendations. Whether you are a hand-tool, powertool, or hybrid woodworker, we think you will find something of interest in every episode.

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87:06

MWA568 - J. Morgan Grove

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/08/12

On this episode J. Morgan Grove joins us as our guest. Morgan is an exceptional furniture and chairmaker who, for the past 30 years, has worked with the USDA Forest Service to advance the full-cycle care of trees, forests, and communities both in the U.S. and abroad. He holds degrees in Architecture, Environmental Studies, and Community Forestry, along with a Ph.D. in Social Ecology; all from Yale. Morgan is also the founder of Parke & Storm Furniture in Baltimore, Maryland, and serves as...

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MWA567 - Jonathon Hammack, 5 Questions & WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/08/05

Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions! We dive into his love for the Lie-Nielsen No. 60-1/2 block plane, hear a great tip on using the Ray Iles rounding plane, and talk about his stick chair settee white whale. It’s a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out! Jonathon Hammack @jonathonhammack on Instagramjonathonhammack.comJon Hammack on SubstackWWing News Woodpeckers’ Collector’s Vault - Stainless Steel Mini SquareWoodpeckers’ Taper SledFestool Cordless DominoSutherland Welles F...

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MWA566 - Jonathon Hammack

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/07/29

On this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Jonathan Hammack to the show. Jon is a talented furniture maker with a focus on vernacular furniture and stick chairs. He also teaches classes and shares his insights through a fantastic Substack newsletter. Check it out! Jonathon Hammack @jonathonhammack on Instagramjonathonhammack.comJon Hammack on SubstackSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order Texas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWA25" to 10% off your tickets...

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MWA565 - Brian Brazil; Back in the Saddle

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/07/22

On this episode, we catch up with longtime friend of the show and fan favorite, Brian Brazil. Brian is a passionate hobbyist woodworker, Newsletter Editor for the Woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island, and a veteran of many Woodworking in America and Fine Woodworking Live events. He’s also Wilbur Pan’s arch nemesis. It’s a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out! Brian Brazil brianbrazil.comswampyankeeworkshop.com@brian_c_brazil on InstagramWoodworker’s Guild of Rhode IslandSutherland Wel...

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MWA564 - Mara & Rob, 5 Questions plus WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/07/15

Mara and Rob of Sutherland Welles return to answer the 5 Questions. From an old tenoner/shaper to musical animation, this episode is a fun and entertaining conversation with plenty of woodworking & finishing goodness. Check it out! Sutherland Wells sutherlandwelles.com@sutherlandwelles on InstagramSutherland Welles on YouTubeSutherland Welles Ltd. on Facebookheritagerestoration.net@heritagerestoration on InstagramHeritage Restoration, Inc. on FacebookSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code ...

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MWA563 - Mara & Rob of Sutherland Welles

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/07/08

On this episode, we’re joined by Mara and Robert Cagnetta of Sutherland Welles. We dive into their exceptional real Tung Oil finishing products and also explore Rob’s work in historic building preservation and restoration. It is a fun and informative conversation covering all aspects of their truly outstanding finishing products. Check it out! Sutherland Wells sutherlandwelles.com@sutherlandwelles on InstagramSutherland Welles on YouTubeSutherland Welles Ltd. on Facebookheritagerestoration.ne...

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23:52

MWA562 - Zack Fealk; 5 Questions & WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/07/01

Zack returns to answer the 5 Questions. From trusting your eyes to cassette tapes, this episode is a fun and entertaining conversation with plenty of woodworking goodness. Check it out! Zack Fealk @friendo.furniture on Instagramfriendofurniture.comSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order Texas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWA25" to 10% off your tickets WWing News SBWI Birdcage Side Chair ClassWoodpeckers’ Setup Square W/ Stops & CaliperMWA...

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MWA561 - Zack Fealk with SBWI

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/06/24

On this episode we’re excited to welcome Zack Fealk as our guest. Zack is a furniture maker, designer, and the Lead Instructor for the 40-week Wood Design Program at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. It is a fun and informative conversation with a talented up and coming woodworker and educator. Zack Fealk @friendo.furniture on Instagramfriendofurniture.comSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order Texas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWA25" to 10% off y...

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MWA560 - Chuck Bender, 5 Questions & WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/06/17

Chuck returns to answer the 5 Questions! Hear about his four favorite tools, the touching story of his woodworking mentor, and the ambitious chair project that’s been years in the making. It’s a fun and insightful conversation with one of the true masters of our craft. Check it out! Chuck Bender @no_bs_woodworking on Instagramacanthus.com Chuck Benders No BS Woodworking on YouTubeAcanthus Workshop on FacebookTexas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWA25" to 10% off your tickets WWin...

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MWA559 - Chuck Bender: Take Two

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/06/10

On this episode, we’re excited to welcome Chuck Bender as our guest. Chuck is a master furniture maker, seasoned instructor, and former Senior Editor at Popular Woodworking Magazine. He shares how he got his start in woodworking, his passion for period furniture, and offers up some fun and insightful anecdotes along the way. It’s a great conversation with one of the true masters of our craft. Check it out! Chuck Bender @no_bs_woodworking on Instagramacanthus.com (Chuck Bender Furniture Maker)...

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MWA558 - A Swell Time with Andy Minier

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/06/03

In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Andy Minier of Swell Furniture! Andy is a full-time cabinet maker and the owner of Swell Furniture, based in Anoka, Minnesota. We dive into his work at a high-end custom cabinet and furniture shop, explore some of his personal commissions, and cover a few questions we didn’t get to during his last visit. It’s a fun and fascinating conversation with a great friend of the show. Check it Out! Andy Minier @swell_furniture on IGswellfurniture.comTexa...

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MWA557 - Brian Crano & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/05/27

Brian Crano returns to answer the 5 Questions. We talk about his 5 favorite tools, totems, and his bad ideas. It's a fun and informative conversation with one of the great guys in our community. Check it out! Brian Crano @idontunderstandyoumovie on Instagram@a_liminal_object on InstagramWWing News Haystack Summer Workshop OpeningsHarvey Alpha A-15 Intelligent Bandsaw Blue Spruce - New Leather Assembly MalletWoodpecker’s in-DEXABLE Joiner’s Combination SquaresMike Farrington’s sharp...

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MWA556 - Brian Crano: Film Director & Woodworker

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/05/20

On this episode, we’re excited to welcome a special guest and friend of the show: Brian Crano! By day, Brian is a Hollywood director and writer—but he’s also a passionate hobbyist woodworker and chairmaker. We talk about his love for woodworking, its positive effect on his film making, and his upcoming feature film I Don’t Understand You, premiering in theaters on June 6. Brian Crano @idontunderstandyoumovie on Instagram@a_liminal_object on InstagramMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on...

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MWA555 - Frank Strazza: Our Man in Italy

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/05/13

In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back award-winning furniture maker Frank Strazza. Fresh from two inspiring trips to Italy, Frank shares his experiences studying the marquetry masters of the Renaissance. A talented craftsman, instructor, hand-tool enthusiast, musician, and avid cyclist, Frank brings a unique perspective to everything he does. Join us as we explore his journey, insights, and much more. Frank Strazza strazzafurniture.com@strazzafuniture on IGFrank Strazza on Facebook...

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MWA554 - Luke Barnett & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/05/06

Luke Barnett returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk drawknives, Wharton Esherick, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, informative chat with one of the champions of our craft. Check it out! Luke Barnett sbwi.edubarnettchairs.comWWing News Jet Black Series of Tools - JointerLAP - Layout Computer - Now Does CaseworkFine Woodworking New EnglandMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagrambbcustomtool...

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MWA553 - Luke Barnett of the Sam Beauford Woodworking...

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/04/29

We're joined by Luke Barnett, President and instructor at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. Luke is an award-winning chairmaker, with one of his stunning Birdcage Rockers even featured in a traveling exhibit by the Smithsonian Museum. His journey is truly inspiring — from facing poverty and hardship as a child, to chairmaking, to now leading an accredited woodworking college. You won't want to miss this conversation! Luke Barnett sbwi.edubarnettchairs.comWoodworking for Warriors MWA Pod...

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MWA551 - Mike Pekovich & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/04/22

Mike Pekovich returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk tool chests in a vest, his biggest influences, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, insightful chat with one of the true ambassadors of the craft. Mike Pekovich @pekovichwoodworks on Instagrampekovichwoodworks.comfinewoodworking.comMike’s Books on AmazonWWing News Ironbark Toolworks at Heartwood Tools Carver’s Drawknife from Barr ToolsPack of Dogs from Bow ProductsMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Con...

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MWA550 - Mike Pekovich

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/04/15

On this episode, we're joined by Mike Pekovich—Editor and Creative Director of Fine Woodworking magazine. Mike is not only an exceptional woodworker but also a passionate educator and a true advocate for the craft. Tune in as we dive into his journey, insights, and what continues to inspire his work. Check it out! Mike Pekovich @pekovichwoodworks on Instagrampekovichwoodworks.comfinewoodworking.comMike’s Books on AmazonMWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info:...

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MWA549 - Jason Gallagher's Element Travisher

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/04/08

On this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Jason Gallagher — a talented chairmaker, instructor, and now, toolmaker. We dive deep into the development of his new Element Travisher, exploring its unique features and ergonomic design. Jason shares insights from his workshop in beautiful Northern California. Check it out! Jason Gallagher Element Travisher@gallag.j on Instagramfollowingthefibers.com@FollowingtheFibers on YouTubeWWing News Fireball Tool - Lumber Maximus Clamp (Jeremy Wright) h...

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MWA Special - Upcoming 2025 Texas Woodworking Festival

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations ·

2025/04/01

On this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back our good friend Austin Waldo, Founder and Event Producer of the Texas Woodworking Festival. Austin shares all the exciting details about this year’s festival that will make it the best one yet. Check it out! Texas Woodworking Festival Tickets Texas Woodworking Festival - 2024 EDU Videos Austin Waldo @texaswoodworkingfestival & @austinschooloffurniture on IGtexaswoodworkingfestival.comaustinschooloffurniture.comWWing News Woodpeckers...

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