Making Geeks Podcast:
300 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsMaking Geeks is a podcast for people who are striving to find the balance between raising great kids and holding onto the creative passions that keep them Sane. Whether it's woodworking, prop building, 3D printing, or gaming, we're trying to make a new generation of geeks the best way we can
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Episodes
Making Geeks Ep0250 "Destinations"
February 18, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteDo we have an end goal for our YouTube channels and online content?
Making Geeks Ep0249 "Closing the Book: The Season Wrap up of Book of Boba Fett"
February 14, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteReview of the last 3 episodes and overall view of the series. Spoilers galore, you've been warned.
Making Geeks Ep0248 "Traveling Pants"
February 04, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteCold Weather Camping and Workbench Con, Traveling is in the air
Making Geeks Ep0247 "Like a Bantha: Mid Season Spoilercast of The Book of Boba Fett"
January 28, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteVacations, sickness and Star Wars. If you are caught up with the Book of Boba Fett, then we have a fantastic spoilercast review for you.
Making Geeks Ep0246 "A New Year of Geek"
January 07, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteHappy New Year, tune in as we talk about our Christmas hall, 2022 goals and minor Hawkeye Spoilers at the end of the episode.
Making Geeks Ep0245 "A Few of Our Favorite Things"
December 26, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week, we talk about a few of our favorite things of 2021. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year
Making Geeks Ep0244 "Body Slams and Bath Bombs"
December 17, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWant to make a snowglobe, make some Zelda Themed Hot Chocolate, or geek out about a bunch of new movie and game trailer releases? The answer is Yes.
Making Geeks Ep0243 "OMG It's Sean O'Steen From Tinkering Rocks"
December 11, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week we welcome special guest, Sean from Tinkering Rocks as we talk about Mechanical Bears, Boy Scouts, Programming and other sorts of maker goodness
Making Geeks Ep0242 "Making It 100: 5 Year Retrospective"
December 04, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis episode is a look back at the Making 100 event in Boston with special guests Cory Irwin, Seth Williams, Marc Schaefermeyer, Jesse Uyeda, and a special message from Phil Pinsky at the end of the episode
Making Geeks Ep0241 "Secrets and Attics"
November 27, 2021 15:00 - 43 minutes - 1 ByteToday's episode is a response to a user submitted question, "What cool feature did you want your house to have when you were a kid"
Making Geeks Ep0240 "The Wes Connection"
November 20, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteToday's episode is an origin story of sorts as Donovan interviews Wes about how he got started in the maker community and forged the long lasting bonds that he has with so many of us
Making Geeks Ep0239 "From the Vault: The 3 Laws of Dad"
November 13, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteToday we have special guest Matt Regonini from the Never Not Making YouTube Channel. We cover just about everything in this packed episode, from Matt's background as a designer to how not to squash your kid's creativity.
Making Geeks Ep0238 "Gallery of Geek"
November 06, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteIn his 3rd appearance on the show, Alex from Super Make Something fills in while Shawn is out this week. We talk everything from Tiny Houses, Muppets, Video Games, holiday decorations, AI, and characters on YouTube, we got something for everyone here.
Making Geeks Ep0237 "Strictly Business"
October 30, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThe "Making" and DIY industry is more flooded than ever and the challenge to be seen and sell products is higher than ever. What strategies are we using to keep our businesses going and adaptable during this time?
Making Geeks Ep0236 "Spoilercast for Marvel's "What If"
October 23, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis spoilercast is a prism of endless possibilities. Listen it to hear our take on the whole season of Marvel's "What If". Warning spoilers galore and spoilers for the end credits of Venom 2
Making Geeks Ep0235 "From the Vault: Is there Anybody Out There"
October 16, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteAre we alone, or is E.T. staring at you through a car window? Listen in for a fun conversation about the universe, space travel, and movie nostalgia.
Making Geeks Ep0234 "Raising the Bar"
October 09, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWe are going to Workbench Con 2022. This week we talk about the con, what to expect, and how the bar has been raised for makers.
Making Geeks Ep0233 "OMG It's Derek from the Square Splinter YouTube Channel"
October 02, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 BytePatreon Rivalry? Trolls in the Comments? Maker Origins? Join us for a great episode with our special guest, Derek from Square Splinter.
Making Geeks Ep0232 "Corporate Takeover"
September 25, 2021 15:00 - 58 minutes - 1 ByteNews was released of a new partnership between Michaels and Glowforge. How will this affect customers and possibly set a precedence for other internet connected DIY devices in the future?
Making Geeks Ep0231 "Shirtless Skybeams: Shang Chi Spoilercast"
September 18, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteIs Shang Chi the best Marvel movie? And why is Donovan sitting in Movie Theaters alone?
Making Geeks Ep0230 "Project Goal Setting"
September 11, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWes and Shawn are flying solo for this episode as they talk about a huge purchase Wes just made and some goal setting plans that they want to complete before year's end.
Making Geeks Ep0229 "Titles and Treat"
September 04, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteIt's game night and the topic is food. Game Master Donovan has created a few food related trivia games, listen in and play along
Making Geeks Ep0228 "From the Vault: Catatonic Crane"
August 28, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteHop into the wayback machine and enjoy this hilarious episode from the vault involving everything from childhood shenanigans to Josh’s epic Tae Kwon Do battle.
Making Geeks Ep0227 "OMG, It's Anthony Lee Rose from I Like to Make Stuff"
August 21, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week, we have Anthony Lee Rose from I like to Make Stuff on the show. Listen in as we talk about maker spaces, discount wood, and his experience at I Like to Make Stuff.
Making Geeks Ep0226 "Too Old for Coasters"
August 14, 2021 15:00 - 55 minutes - 1 ByteWes loves roller coasters, Old man Shawn is too old for them now, and Donovan has a hole in his eye, wtf?
Making Geeks Ep0225 "Unplugged Games"
August 05, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteDo you remember some of your favorite board games as kids? So do we! This week, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan get nostalgic those old games and also geek out about the new influx of designer games on the market.
Making Geeks Ep0224 "Loki Season 1 Spoilercast"
July 31, 2021 15:00 - 50 minutes - 1 ByteNow that the first season of the Disney+ Loki show is complete, its time to talk about how the show measures up and what it means for the rest of the MCU
Making Geeks Ep0223 "All together now!"
July 29, 2021 15:00 - 59 minutes - 1 ByteThis episode was recorded during a very special meetup at the world famous Geeksmithing Workshop with special guest, Josh Price. We highly recommend watching the YouTube video of the episode if and when you're able to.
Making Geeks Ep0222 "From the Vault: Treating Yo-Self to a Little Retreat"
July 09, 2021 15:00 - 58 minutes - 1 ByteEveryone needs a little time away. If you were able to get away on a non vacation and non work trip, where would you go and what would you do?
Making Geeks Ep0221 "Make 30 in 30 Wrap Up"
July 03, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWith the 30 day challenge complete, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan share their thoughts and lessons learned from the experiment.
Making Geeks Ep0220 "You asked, We Answered Part 2"
June 12, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteDid you know that Wes was a martial arts Master, or that Donovan was a swimstar, or that Shawn was a 3 sport athlete in high school? Check out the 2nd part of our Q and A session. And It's Out 5th Year Anniversary!!
Making Geeks Ep0219 "You Asked, We Answered"
June 05, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week, we're answering questions from the audience, send in your questions if you want them read and answered on the show
Making Geeks Ep0218 "30 for 30"
May 29, 2021 15:00 - 49 minutes - 1 ByteYouTube numbers are down, channels are struggling, and everyone is trying to figure out what to do. Listen in as Wes, Shawn, and Donovan outline their crazy plan
Making Geeks Ep0217 "Parental Guidance"
May 22, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteAs parents, how do you curate the content that your kids consume? This week, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan talk about their criteria and philosophies about what they deem appropriate for their kids.
Making Geeks Ep0216 "Modeling Skills"
May 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week, Wes, Shawn and Donovan are working on their modeling skills! Listen in as the guys talk about building models as kids while they assemble a model live on air. Check out our video on YouTube for the full experience.
Making Geeks Ep0215 "I.P. Freely"
May 08, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan talk about stolen designs, Intellectual Property, and the issues with creating geek related builds and content.
Making Geeks Ep0214 "Falcon and the Winter Soldier Season Finale Spoilercast"
April 30, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThe Marvelverse has wrapped up another show and we are here with Grant from Dad Crafted to talk about the season and finale of Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Making Geeks Ep0213 "Hanging Out with Grant from Dadcrafted"
April 24, 2021 15:00 - 58 minutes - 1 ByteThis week, we are hanging out with Grant from Dadcrafted talking all thing Star Wars, Old Houses, and the high price of our wood
Making Geeks Ep0212 "Slumps and Tunnels"
April 17, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteCreating content can be challenging what do you do to keep going? This week, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan talk about what they do to get through their slumps and what they are looking forward to as life is slowly getting back to normal.
Making Geeks Ep0211 "From the Vault: It's Artist and Maker Bobby Duke"
April 11, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWes, Shawn, and Donovan are out looking for lost treasure this week, so please enjoy this episode from the vault- our Interview with the one and only Bobby Duke.
Making Geeks Ep0210 "Skybeams and Soldiers"
April 04, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWes, Shawn, and Donovan talk about the wrap up of Wanda Vision and their predictions for the new Falcon and Winter Soldier Disney+ show. Potential spoilers here, you've been warned.
Making Geeks Ep0209 "Let's Play Linkee with Alex from Super Make Something"
March 26, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteAlex from Super Make Something is back for another episode to join us for game night. Follow the 4 clues and see if you can figure out the Linkee!
Making Geeks Ep0208 "Alex from Super Make Something is Here!"
March 19, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteAlex from the "Super Make Something" YouTube channel is here. Listen in as we discuss the Mars Rover, Giant 3D Printers, and how he is the original "Make Something"
Making Geeks Ep0207 "Making the Stuff that Made Us"
March 06, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThis week, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan jump into the wayback machine to talk about the childhood influences that have a direct on the things we choose to make.
Making Geeks Ep0206 "From the Vault: I'm Not the Only One"
February 27, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteWhile, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan are off slaying dragons this week, we're dusting off an episode from the vault. Please enjoy a rebroadcast of our interview of Brian Gordon from Foul Language Comics.
Making Geeks Ep0205 "Talking Time Travel with Dr. Ross Carrol"
February 20, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteOur special guest Dr. Ross Carrol schools us on time travel in movies. Great Scott!!
Making Geeks Ep0204 "Let's Play - Geek Out"
February 13, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteJoin while we play the trivia game "Geek Out" and let's see who is the biggest most knowledgeable geek on the show.
Making Geeks Ep0203 "Mandalorian and Wanda Vision Spoilercast"
February 06, 2021 15:00 - 58 minutes - 1 ByteBack for our first Episode of 2021, Wes, Shawn, and Donovan talk about some new changes for the podcast and their take on the end of season 2 of the Mandalorian and their theories on Wanda Vision. It's good to be back.
Making Geeks Ep0202 "Closing out the Year"
December 19, 2020 15:00 - 58 minutes - 1 ByteWes, Donovan, and Shawn get caught up after a few weeks off. Listen in to hear their take on the Disneys investor's meeting and debating the viability of clone troopers
Making Geeks Ep0201 "The Mandalorian Season 2 Spoilercast"
November 07, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 1 ByteThe Mandalorian is back for season 2 and we delve in and make predictions based on the first Episode of the season and Donovan thinks intertexuality is a dirty word.