Best Woodworking Podcasts (2025)

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MWA566 - Jonathon Hammack 1:08:53

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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 Instagram jonathonhammack.com Jon Hammack on Sub…

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152 Monkeypod 40:20

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Monkeypod is a great timber coming out of Costa Rica that is almost entirely FSC. It is often sold as wider slabs due to the lighter weight and the way it is sawn in the jungle. A great alternative to many of the tropical species out there like Koa and Blackwood or even some of the fancy Rosewoods.By Shannon Rogers

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The Kitchen Evolution 43:41

4d ago43:41

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By 1310 WIBA (WIBA-AM)

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STL346: Ramon's Rules for Jig Making 56:10

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Mike and Amanda chat with Ramon Valdez about belt sanders, magnets, and making jigs. For more information about our eLearning courses - http://www.finewoodworking.com/elearning For more information about our Woodworking Fundamentals journey - http://www.finewoodworking.com/fundamentals Join us on our new Discord server! - https://discord.gg/8hyuwqu…

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ShopNotes Podcast E240: The Corn Sweats of Summer 49:34

5d ago49:34

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By Active Interest Media

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I Will Train Your Foreman For You- Survey Results with Dominic Rubino 24:23

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Promoting your tradesmen doesn’t automatically create a great foreman. In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino shares the hard truth: most foremen are set up to fail—and it’s costing you growth, time, and peace of mind. 💡 Based on exit interviews, industry forums, and leadership data from 26 companies currently in trainin…

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Rick Siewert, Wood From the Hood 25:07

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In this episode, host Jennifer Alger explores urban wood utilization with Rick Siewert from Wood From the Hood. Rick shares how his business started from a simple dare and grew into a successful enterprise focused on sustainability and innovation in woodworking. The conversation covers industry challenges, the importance of standards and certificat…

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The Most Serious and Sad Show We've Ever Done | WT587 57:27

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On today’s show, we’re talking about… SERIOUS WOODWORKING DRAMA, our recommendation for a zero VOC finish, carpenters vs woodworkers, and grain vs figure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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MWA565 - Brian Brazil; Back in the Saddle 1:06:01

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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 conversa…

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ShopNotes Podcast E239: Some Bit of Nonsense That We Say 51:19

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By Active Interest Media

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I never take a day off- so what? with Fyfe Barraclough 47:37

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In this episode of Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino sits down with Fyfe Barraclough—entrepreneur, coach, and former painting contractor—to explore the truth behind overwork in the trades. Too many contractors wear busyness like a badge. But behind the hustle is often fear, poor delegation, and lack of systems. 🔍 In this episode: 👉 Why “I…

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Kelly and Caleb Geer, Urban Tree Merchants 35:32

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger speaks with Caleb and Kelly Geer of Urban Tree Merchants about their journey in the urban wood industry. They discuss their passion for utilizing local trees, the challenges of running a woodworking business, and the importance of community partnerships. The conversation highlights inn…

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74 – A Handmade Life by Bill Coperthwaite 47:38

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In this podcast episode, Joshua and Mike begin a new book discussion series. This time, the guys tackle Bill Coperthwaite’s inspirational work A Handmade Life: In Search of Simplicity. As is evidenced by the way Coperthwaite’s name continually resurfaces at M&T, this book has proven to be deeply foundational in the thought and vision of this public…

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151 - Plantation vs Natural Forests 1:12:47

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Let's define plantations and natural forests and talk about what we can expects from the lumber coming from plantations. Also how plantations can evolve into natural forests. Ultimately why do we need plantations and why do we need natural forests. Also answer some questions about air drying and dealing with bugs as well as drying large timbers.…

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MWA564 - Mara & Rob, 5 Questions plus WWing News 21:31

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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 Instagram Sutherland Welles on YouTube Sutherland Welles Lt…

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STL345: Rogowski's Rose-Colored Safety Glasses 58:45

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Gary and Vic join Ben and discuss fancy scrapers, the durability of veneer, projects that instill a love of woodworking, and Gary declares his life's greatest love. For more information about our eLearning courses - http://www.finewoodworking.com/elearning For more information about our Woodworking Fundamentals journey - http://www.finewoodworking.…

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The Better Bathroom 41:04

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By 1310 WIBA (WIBA-AM)

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How a $4M Cabinet Shop Owner Thinks: Real Coaching Insights to Unlock Growth & Profitability 40:37

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In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino shares insights from coaching $3–10M cabinet and millwork shop owners. If you're stuck at $4M, wearing too many hats, or unsure how to scale without burning out — this episode is for you. 📌 You’ll learn: ▶️ What top-performing owners do differently (hint: it’s not tools) ▶️ The 11 k…

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Todd Walker, NWH 32:40

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger speaks with Todd Walker, the director of marketing at NWH, who has been with the company for 38 years. They discuss the evolution of the wood industry, particularly the commercialization of alder, changes in marketing strategies over the decades, and the importance of storytelling in c…

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AI and How We Use It | WT586 1:03:46

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On today’s show, we’re talking about… the role of AI in our work, sanding through the grits, and vertical grain drawer fronts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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MWA563 - Mara & Rob of Sutherland Welles 1:40:37

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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! Suth…

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ShopNotes Podcast E238: Before You Cut the Red Wire... 54:31

26d ago54:31

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By Active Interest Media

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How I built and sold my company- to my employees! with Carroll Fitzgerald 49:14

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From banker to landscaper, Carroll Fitzgerald built a 70+ person business with 35 trucks — and then sold it to his own management team. In this episode, Carroll shares the full story of how he scaled Fitzgerald’s Landscaping and structured a successful employee buyout. What you’ll learn: How Carroll grew his company from a weekend side hustle to a …

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Matthew Arnold, KJP Select Hardwoods 38:51

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger interviews Matthew Arnold from KJP Select Hardwoods. They discuss Matthew's journey in the lumber industry, the evolution of e-commerce in woodworking, and the challenges of shipping and regulations. Matthew shares insights on customer education, custom orders, and trends in the woodwo…

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MWA562 - Zack Fealk; 5 Questions & WWing News 23:52

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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 Instagram friendofurniture.com Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order Texas Woodworking Festiva…

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ShopNotes Podcast E237: Go BIG On Casters 51:25

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By Active Interest Media

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Your Dream Foreman with Andrea Hoffer 49:38

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Are you hiring on instinct — and paying for it later? In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with recruiting expert Andrea Hoffer from AHA! Business Consulting about her D.R.E.A.M. system — a step-by-step approach to hire and keep great foremen in your cabinetry, millwork, or construction business. What you’ll learn: ➡️ How to define what your ideal…

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STL344: Owen Madden - Citizen Woodworker 1:03:52

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Amanda and Anissa welcome new FW staffer, Owen Madden to the show to discuss working in a cabinet shop, bandsaw blades, and more. Also, Ben is joined by Logan Whittmer to talk about the upcoming Woodworking In America event. For more information about our eLearning courses - http://www.finewoodworking.com/elearning Find out more about Woodorking in…

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Kevin Scheimreif, Steel and Grain 30:08

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger interviews Kevin Scheimreif, the owner of Steel and Grain. Kevin shares his journey from woodworking as a child to establishing his own custom furniture business. He discusses the challenges he faced in pricing, sourcing materials, and navigating the woodworking industry. Kevin emphasi…

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150 - Hickory 1:02:36

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It could be said that Hickory built America. Hickory's properties made the American felling axe possible with its extremely high MOR and MOE values. Today we discuss this great American wood and why you need to add it to your repertoire of woods.By Shannon Rogers

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Riding the Beam Saw | Wood Talk 585 54:35

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Sponsored by Woodcraft! How to lower your chances of back injury in the shop, cutting the end of a workbench, designing with secondary woods, super-duper ultra mega laminated benchtop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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MWA561 - Zack Fealk with SBWI 1:11:17

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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 Instagram frien…

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Roof Lies & Repair Guys 40:16

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By 1310 WIBA (WIBA-AM)

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Windshield Time Sucks! with James Hatfield 49:40

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In this Cabinet Maker Profit System episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch Inc., to dig into why wasted drive time is killing contractor profits — and how to fix it. James shares his journey from painter and pressure washer to Inc. 500 tech entrepreneur, and what every construction business owner …

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Ryan Moore, Urban Wood Company 28:37

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger interviews Ryan Moore from Urban Wood Company. They discuss Ryan's journey into woodworking, the establishment of his business, and the unique challenges and successes he has faced. The conversation covers the importance of sourcing and drying wood, the significance of team culture, an…

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MWA560 - Chuck Bender, 5 Questions & WWing News 36:02

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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 Instagram acanthus.com Chuck Be…

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From Dream to Demo: Doing Your Homework First 40:16

2M ago40:16

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By 1310 WIBA (WIBA-AM)

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STL343: Don't Moose It! 1:05:29

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Ben, Vic, and Amanda talk about turning, what to buy when looking for entry level tools, and when to stop and clean your blades. For more information about our other eLearning courses - http://www.finewoodworking.com/elearning For more information about our Woodworking Fundamentals journey - http://www.finewoodworking.com/fundamentals Join us on ou…

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ShopNotes Podcast E236: Special Interview with Dorian Bracht 34:42

2M ago34:42

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By Active Interest Media

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Jay Peight, JointaWood 27:52

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger speaks with Jay Peight from JointaWood, who transitioned from farming to woodworking and eventually to manufacturing machines for the woodworking industry. Jay shares his journey of engineering a flattening machine, the challenges he faced during the boom in the sawmill industry, and h…

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Matt's Special Funk | WoodTalk 584 52:36

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It’s show # - On today’s show, we’re talking about… are you missing something by NOT engaging in CNC and digital design, cutting a burl, blame the sealer or blame the wood Sponsored by You If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. What's on the Bench Marc is r…

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Atomic Habits for Trades: What James Clear Would Say About Your Shop 5:35

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Foreman training that actually works—just 1% at a time. In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino connects James Clear’s Atomic Habits with life on the shop floor. Success doesn’t come from yelling louder or working longer—it comes from repeatable systems that make your foreman better every week. You'll hear: 🔹 How 1% impro…

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MWA559 - Chuck Bender: Take Two 1:22:13

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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 conversati…

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Cody McKee, Mountain Milling Co. 33:54

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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger interviews Cody McKee of Mountain Milling Co. They discuss the company's evolution from a lawn care service to a sawmill operation specializing in Eastern Red Cedar. Cody shares insights into the challenges of running a family business, the operational bottlenecks they face, and the im…

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ShopNotes Podcast E235: Nonsense Related To It 48:56

2M ago48:56

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By Active Interest Media

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I don't need marketing we're already busy with Katie Smith 36:24

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In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System show, Dominic Rubino interviews Katie Smith from Wild Path Consulting, who shares why marketing isn’t about selling — it’s about building real connections with your best customers. Katie’s unique perspective, shaped by her time as a wilderness guide, will help you rethink how to approach marketing …

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MWA558 - A Swell Time with Andy Minier 1:23:30

2M ago1:23:30

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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 vis…

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Nailed It: Finding the Right Contractor for Your Dream Remodel 42:38

2M ago42:38

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By 1310 WIBA (WIBA-AM)

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STL342: What We Wish We Knew 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

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Bridgid Gruber of Dinkles Woodshop shares her thoughts on what she'd tell herself 8 years ago, at the beginning of her woodworking career. For more information about our other eLearning courses - http://www.finewoodworking.com/elearning For more information about our Woodworking Fundamentals journey - http://www.finewoodworking.com/fundamentals Joi…

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ShopNotes Podcast E234: How Do We Feel About Brush Sanders? 51:46

2M ago51:46

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By Active Interest Media