It's Wood - A show about all things woodworking
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 166 ratingsIt's Wood is a show about all things woodworking from the tools we use, to the companies who make them and the artisans who use them. Remember, if its wood, we're good. Each episode I will talk with people from all aspects of wood, tools and woodworking.
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Episodes
Gary Martin of Martin Models
April 13, 2018 16:00 - 40 minutes - 57.1 MBOn this episode i'm talking to Gary Martin, Gary has been involved in woodworking for quite a few years and has worn many hats, pattern maker, wood shop teacher and so much more. He's going to tell us all about his journey starting woodworking at age 4 years old through today.
Port Townsend School of Woodworking part 3 - The Students
April 06, 2018 16:00 - 29 minutes - 41.8 MBOn the final part of my 3 part series on the Port Townsend School of Woodworking I am speaking to three students enrolled in the school. Brandon Denning, Chip Gaber and Sam Allison have begun their journey into woodworking and share some of the insights they are learning in this amazing school.
Port Townsend School of Woodworking Part 2 - Instructor Abel Isaac Dances
March 30, 2018 16:00 - 28 minutes - 40.8 MBOn part 2 of my 3 part series on the Port Townsend school of Woodworking I am talking to Abel Isaac Dances. Abel joined the School faculty in April 2011 and has since become the lead instructor in several of the Jim Tolpin design classes and the intensive Woodworking Foundation Course. We are going to hear about these courses and what it is like to be a teacher at this amazing school.
Port Townsend School of Woodworking Part 1 - Mike Rainey Ex Dir.
March 23, 2018 14:59 - 41 minutes - 58.6 MBIn Part 1 of a 3 part series I am speaking to Mike Rainey the Executive Director of the Port Townsend School Of Woodworking. Located in beautiful Port Townsend Washington on the historic ex-military base Fort Worden.
Christopher B. Wagner - Figurative wood carver
March 16, 2018 16:00 - 51 minutes - 72.5 MBOn this episode you will meet Christopher B Wagner a figurative wood carver who uses reclaimed lumber whenever he can. His carvings take the form of quirky, imaginative and playful figures. From a spaceman wearing a goat mask to a well-dressed man with a tortoise on his head. His works are in many galleries and his talents are many.
Michael D'Onofrio from Powermatic
March 10, 2018 04:33 - 17 minutes - 26.2 MBThis episode I am here in my home studio talking on skype with Michael D'Onofrio from Powermatic, I remember a Powermatic table saw in my grandfather’s wood shop back in the 60’s and since then I have seen their gold tools in many woodworking shops. I can’t wait to hear about their latest offering the 3520C lathe.
Inventia Designs - Buck O'Kelly and Suzanne Bonham
March 03, 2018 04:18 - 35 minutes - 50.8 MBThis episode is an interview with Inventia Designs, Buck O’kelly and Suzanne Bonham joined forces about 13 years ago and create beautiful new furniture together as well as restorations and modifications to existing furniture. The talent possessed by either of them compliments the other to become more than the sum of the parts. When Suzanne begins the design process and buck starts building the magic happens.
Gregory Miller of Gregory Miller Guitars
February 23, 2018 17:00 - 48 minutes - 68.1 MBOn this episode, I’m going to interview Gregory Miller of Gregory Miller guitars. He creates fine handcrafted classical guitars and There is simply no doubt that the art of the luthier is alive and thriving in this woodshop. The detail and love that goes into these instruments is truly amazing.
All about Rockler with Chris Nilluka
February 16, 2018 16:21 - 33 minutes - 47.7 MBI sit down with Chris Nilluka, the manager of my local Rockler store. Rockler has been described as the woodworker's candy store and I agree. Chris will tell us how Rockler got started and all about what they carry and so much more.
Frank Howarth - Frank Makes
February 09, 2018 16:41 - 37 minutes - 53.2 MBOn this episode I'm talking to Frank Howarth, a talented woodworker and prolific YouTuber who has over 200 videos and nearly 400,000 followers on his channel Frank Makes. We will learn about how this all came to be.
John Economaki - Bridge City Tool Works
February 02, 2018 17:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBOn this episode I talk with John Economaki of Bridge City Tool Works. His unique design sense is as impressive as the tools he produces. Bridge City Tool Works has been in business since the 80's and has created a following that has keeps his unique business model alive.
Jim Bromagem - Toy Maker
January 26, 2018 16:03 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBJim Bromagem is a master toy maker. He create beautifully designed trucks, tanks, cars and so many other items. He sells his wares at gift fairs and we will hear all about how this works as well as his experiences with woodworking.
Gary Rogowski - Author and Director of The Northwest Woodworking Studio
January 19, 2018 17:00 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBGary Rogowski talks about his new book "Handmade - Creative Focus in the Age of Distraction. A memoir and tale of his life's journey becoming a world class woodworker and teacher at his school The Northwest Woodworking Studio.
Terry Bostwick - Art furniture designer and artist
January 12, 2018 17:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBTerry Bostwick is an artist, designer and a master woodworker. His designs are inspired by nature and the world around him. I talk to him about some of these inspirations and how he became a masterful woodworker.
Steve Miller - House Parts recycler and historical Preservationist
January 05, 2018 17:03 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this episode I sit down with Steven Miller, owner of Hippo Hardware a rebuilder's paradise. He talks about taking a simple junk store into a Portland icon for antique hardware, plumbing and lighting brought back from the brink of the land fill. He also tells us about his view of the modernization of the local landscape and why this is not necessarily a good thing
Sony Felberg - Maker of Cigar Box Guitars
January 05, 2018 17:01 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBtoday I talk with Sony Felberg about his passion for the cigar box guitar and other eclectic guitar designs. We learn the origin of these unique guitars and how Sony started creating them in his studio Chickiboom Guitars.
Alexander Anderson - Madrone Studio
January 05, 2018 17:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBOn this episode I sit down with master craftman of Madrone Studio and the President of The Guild of Oregon Woodworkers. We talk about his school and his philosophy of teaching. He also tells us about The Guild of Oregon Woodworkers and why these organizations are so valuable within the woodworking community. Be sure to visit www.itswood.com to see all the photos from this episode
Introduction to It's Wood
January 02, 2018 14:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBA short introduction to just what it's wood is and what it is not. Daniel talks about this new journey in his life as a woodworker and lover of everything wood.