Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast - Conversations Among Woodworkers

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!

Matt returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about the sweet seduction of a Lie-Nielsen Hand Tool Event, and Matt's obsession with bandsaws. Check it out!

Matt Lynch, a recent graduate of Northwest Woodworking Studio Online Mastery Program, joins us on this episode to talk about his experience with the program. It's a fascinating conversation with a great furniture maker, and an in-depth look at the Online Mastery Program from a student's perspective. Check it out!

Dan Faia returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about Dan's two favorite tools, and his journey from a Junior High shop class to North Bennet Street School. Check it out!

Dan Faia joins us on this episode to talk about all things woodworking. From his wood carving, commission work, instructional classes, and his day job at NBBS, it's a in depth conversation with a true master of the craft...oh yeah, we also talk about Dan being SAPFM's 2023 recipient of the Cartouche Award. Check it out!

Wilbur returns to podcast to discuss some of the important aspects of Asian furniture. We have visited with Wilbur before about the ingenuity and function of Japanese and Asian tools, now let's talk about the furniture they built. It's a fascinating discussion on little explored topic. Check it out!

It's the obligatory 420 episode! Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how the influence of Paul Sellers lead to TikTok and Reddit. (Psst...we even set-up a chairmaking subreddit during the show) It's a fun and fascinating discussion. Check it out!  

Jon Joffe joins us on this episode to talk about his continuing journey into toolmaking and woodworking. We also talk about his incredible access to different wood species, and the inspiration of a tiny divider. It's a great free ranging discussion. Check it out!

Matt returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out what Matt's first words were, and his favorite tools with and without tails. It's a fun time with some interesting takes. Check it out!

On this episode Matt Wajda joins us to talk about his tenure at North Bennet Street School as both an instructor and student. We also talk about his professional woodworking company, River City Funituremaking, and some of the fantastic work he is doing. It' a fun and lively discussion with a outstanding craftsperson, instructor, and all around great guy. Check it out!

Gary Rogowski joins us again to talk about his new "smaller" studio, the upcoming student class for his Online Mastery Program, and other fun happenings. It's a delightful and inspiring conversation with one of the true greats in our craft.  Check it out!

Daniel Clay returns to answer the 5 Questions. Daniel shares how music led to boat building; the inspiration he gets from his sister's work, and his "23" favorite tools. Check it out!

This episode is a celebration and tribute to a life of Nancy Hiller - a life well lived. This episode is a compilation of several interviews we had with Nancy over the years. She will continue to be a inspiration and guide to all of us through her writing, projects, and words...thank you Nancy!

Daniel Clay joins us on this episode to talk about his new book, "Chip Carving - Techniques for Carving Beautiful Patterns by Hand". It's a fascinating and fun discussion about the tools, techniques, and history of chip carving. We also spend some time talking with Daniel about his commision work, upcoming plans, and classes. Check it out!

Christopher Schwarz joins us again to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about Chris's favorite tools, biggest influences, and the all important unicorn bevel. Check it out!

The one and only Christopher Schwarz of Lost Art Press joins us this episode. It's a fascinating and entertaining discussion ranging from stick chairs and workbenches, to drill bits and trim routers. Check it out! 

Rex Hansen joins us to share the 411 on 5 Tips & Tricks he's learned at North Bennet Street School. If you ever use square plugs, this one's for you. Check it out!

Rex Hansen returns to talk about his second semester at North Bennet Street School. It's fascinating conversion about his projects, experience and triumphs while at NBSS. Check it out!