Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast - Conversations Among Woodworkers

John Boissy joins us as our guest on this episode. John is an outstanding custom furniture maker and a Franciscan Friar in the Catholic Church. He is a graduate of NBBS and is known for his 17th & 18th century chairs and casework. This is fun and intriguing conversation where we touch on faith, woodworking, and some great beers. Check it out!Episode Links:WWing News  LAP Crucible 1:4 Dovetail Template LV - Veritas Box-Maker’s Plow Plane John Boissy: @speedskier44 & @friar_funiture_and_crafts on IG

Katie Thompson returns as our guest on this episode. We try our best to catch up on all the projects she has going. Katie is an artist, writer, instructor and advocate. She is the creator of the Women of Woodworking Project and Pen & Chisel journal. She is also the Social Media and Admin Director for the Wood Art Alliance, and serves on the Board of Trustees for The Furniture Society. This is fun and fascinating episode with one of the great advocats of our craft. Check it out!

Austin Waldo returns to tell us all about the upcoming Texas Woodworking Festival happening Aug. 26 & 27. We talk about the new venue, exhibitors, and the new educational opportunities as this years event. We also spend some time talking about the Austin School Furniture, and their programs and classes. Check it out! Episode Links:Texas Woodworking FestivalAustin School of Furniture WWing News  Chris Williams will be teaching two chair classes at LAP Felder has a new Band Saw with a sliding table Woodpeckers introduces the StealthStop Miter Gauge

Paul returns to answer the 5 Questions. From  a truly heartwarming story of how he got into woodworking, to the tools and artist that inspire him - it's an entertaining time with a great woodworker. Check it out! Episode Links:Takashi Murakami:  @takashipomSauer and Steiner: @sauer_and_steiner

Paul Jasper of Copper Pig Woodworking joins us on this episode . Paul is a scientist by day and an outstanding woodworker by night - known for his fabulous boxes, intricate design, and collaborations with fellow makers & artists. We dive deep into the art of design, execution and connections. It's fun and fascinating conversation. Check it out!Episode Links:Microjig - Grr-ripper2 Go https://www.microjig.com/products/grr-ripper2-goFestool Job-site Table Saw https://www.festool.com/products/new-products/new-products/576820---csc-sys-50#OverviewInlay: @woodsimkaPyrography @jendiarenzocreative

Rex returns to tell us 5 Things he has learned so far at North Bennet Street School. There are some great takeaways on this episode - from sharpening, to table saw techniques, to critical eyesight, just to name a few. Check it out!Show Links:Table Saw Sled - L Stop Block https://www.instagram.com/p/CpDedwBrtWO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Rex returns to the podcast to tell us all about his third semester at North Bennet Street School. We go into detail on his third semester projects, skills he has learned, and the opportunities that abound at NBSS. It's great conversation with a great friend. Check it out!Show Links:Oneida introduces the “Supercell Turbo Dust Collector https://www.woodshopnews.com/tools-machines/oneida-adds-the-supercell-turboSmall Cordless Power Feeder https://www.woodshopnews.com/tools-machines/shop-owner-invents-a-cordless-power-feeder  &  https://powerfeeder.alladd.com/powerfeederindex.htmlWoodpeckers’ Track Clamp Benchtops https://www.woodpeck.com/track-clamp-bench-tops.html

Andy returns to answer the 5 Questions. From cabinet scrapers to Italian design, Andy's many influences might inspire you too. Check it out! 

Andy Minier of Swell Furniture joins us on this episode. Andy is part time furniture maker in Minnesota with a passion for Mid-Century Modern design. His unique and fantastic journey in the craft leads from atomic-age design to cricket bats. It's a fun-filled discussion. Check it out!

James returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how fruit trees and Mike Dunbar led to lifelong obsession with Windsor Chairs. And there's another couple of helpful tips on steam bending. Check it out!

James Mursell of The Windsor Workshop joins on this episode. James is a prolific chairmaker, instructor and toolmaker. He combines both American and English chair aesthetics into some outstanding Windsor Chairs designs. He is also known for his chairmaking tools, and steam bending techniques. Check it out!  

Longtime friend of the show, Brian Brazil joins us on this episode. We get to catch up with him, his latest projects, and all the happenings at the Woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island. It's a great conversation with a great guy. Check it out!

Kate returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how a 1918 house lead her to pyrography and the inspiring work Brian Newell and David Savage. It's a fun conversation with some intriguing answers. Check it out!

The one and only Kate Swann of the Florida School of Woodwork joins us on this episode to talk about the School, its mission, and its programs and classes. The Florida School of Woodwork is fantastic school that brings in top notch instructors and is located in beautiful Tampa Bay. We discuss their operations and facilities, classes, and their Certificate in Furniture Making Program. It's a fun conversation with a fabulous and inspiring guest. Check it out!

Happy New Year! Andy returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about his woodworking background from a young age, his big list of stumbling blocks, and the chairmakers that have influenced his work and life. Check it out!

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! For your Holiday listening pleasure we have an interview with the prolific chairmaker Andy Jack.  Andy also teaches chairmaking in his cozy Connecticut workshop. Join us for a fantastic discussion with a talented craftsperson. Check it out! 

Michael Jury returns to answer the 5 Questions.  We find out a safety class lead to his passion for woodworking. We also talk about old school influences and 1" chisels. Check it out!

Michael Jury joins us to talk about his new career as a professional woodworker. His award winning designs are mix of shaker, mid-century modern and Japanese influences. It's a fascinating conversation with a true craftsperson and great guy. Check it out!

Rusty returns to answer the 5 Questions. From building a kayak to an infill mallet, it's fun conversation highlighting Rusty's many interests. Check it out!

Rusty Tchernis joins us to discuss his journey into chairmaking, toolmaking, and the greenest woodworking of all - Bonsai. It's a engaging and fascinating discussion. Check it out!