Best Brian Obst Podcasts (2024)

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MWA506 - Laura Kishimoto Interview 1:22:30

1h ago1:22:30

1:22:30

The fantastic artist & furniture designer Laura Kishimoto joins us as our guest on this episode. Laura shares her background of discovering woodworking through her college design courses, and then finding her niche combining craftsmanship and artistic expression through furniture design. Laura details her extensive use of free form bent lamination …

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MWA505 - Ted Galante & 5 Questions 12:07

2h ago12:07

12:07

Ted returns to answer the 5 Questions. From pencils, laser cutters, to dining tables, Ted shares his joys and advice on design. and the craft. Check it out! Ted Galante @tedgalante on Instagram galantearchitecture.com MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram bbc…

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MWA504 - Ted Galante Interview 1:26:54

3h ago1:26:54

1:26:54

Ted Galante as our guest on this episode . Ted is an accomplished architect, furniture designer & woodworker. We talk about his fascinating new line of chairs in his Urban Fabric Series. We also discuss design, architecture, and the journey of bringing a new furniture design to market. It is an inspiring and entertaining discussion with a great des…

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MWA503 - Mike Fifer & 5 Questions 35:46

24d ago35:46

35:46

Mike returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about Mike's 32 favorite tools, an upcoming white whale build, and his 3 tips for fellow woodworkers. We also talk about finishing too. Check it out! Mike Fifer @verowoodworking on Instagram MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton @barton.kyle & @bbcustom…

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MWA502 - Mike Fifer Interview 56:56

15d ago56:56

56:56

Mike Fifer joins us as our guest. From boats, to chairs, to carving, Mike is a very accomplished and talented woodworker. We discuss his latest projects, some of the classes he has taken, and his passion for Windsor Chairs. It is a delightful and entertaining conversation with one the great guys in our craft. Check it out! Mike Fifer @verowoodworki…

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MWA501 - Sam Hunt & 5 Questions 20:07

13d ago20:07

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Sam returns to answer the 5 Questions. From a Lounge Chair to the PantoRouter, Sam's quest to find balance and focus within the craft leads to a fun and entertaining episode. Check it out! Joel Paul GoFundMe Campaign Sam Hunt @cordovawoodworking on Instagram @cordovawoodworking on TikTok cordovawoodworking.com Cordova Woodworking on Etsy MWA Podcas…

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MWA500 - 500th Episode Celebration 1:13:54

1M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

Join us as we celebrate this 500th episode milestone with two of the founders of the podcast, Dyami Plotke and Chris Adkins. It's a fun and entertaining look into how this all got started, our favorite moments, and most importantly our appreciation to you, our listeners. Check it out! Joel Paul GoFundMe Campaign Chris Adkins @highrockww on Instagra…

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MWA499 - Sam Hunt Interview 1:20:17

27d ago1:20:17

1:20:17

Sam Hunt of @cordovawoodworking is our guest on this episode. Sam is an outstanding professional furniture maker, designer, and on-line instructor located in Penticton, BC. It is fun an interesting conversation with one the up and comers in our craft; including a great ROS sanding tip. Check it out! Sam Hunt @cordovawoodworking on Instagram @cordov…

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MWA498 - Jeremy Wright & 5 Questions - Part Deux 27:14

2M ago27:14

27:14

Jeremy return to answer the 5 Questions for a second time...its been awhile. We talk about his passion for custom tools (aka, boutique hand planes), zero gravity chairs, and the towing capacity of a Mazda Miata. Check it Out! Jeremy Wright @jmawworks on Instagram JMAW Works on Substack MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram…

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MWA497 - Jeremy Wright Interview - Part Deux 1:22:53

1M ago1:22:53

1:22:53

Jeremy Wright returns as our guest on this episode. Jeremy is a fantastic hobbyist woodworker and a longtime friend of the show. We catch up on what he has been up to, his new shop build from the ground up, and his great idea for a community "class, but not a class" concept we can all participate in. It's a fun and provocative conversation. Check i…

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MWA496 - Garrett Roberson & 5 Questions 17:41

2M ago17:41

17:41

Garrett returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out why he might need some help from Wilbur Pan, his new Melbourne Spokeshaves, Mark guesses blade manufacturers, and the door to his future workbench. Check it out! Garrett Roberson @hmr_woodcraft on Instagram hmrwoods.com HMR Custom Woodcraft on FaceBook HMR Custom Woodcraft on YouTube MWA Podcast -…

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MWA495 - Garrett Roberson Interview 1:46:47

2M ago1:46:47

1:46:47

Garrett Roberson joins us as our guest. Garrett is an outstanding furniture designer and maker in Michigan. We take a deep dive into a recently completed a furniture commision. This commision was for multiple furniture pieces that were made from one massive 150 year old tree that had come down. It is fascinating conversation about an unique project…

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MWA494 - Anthony Moraes: Chef, Woodworker & PB&J Enthusiast 1:33:18

2M ago1:33:18

1:33:18

Great friend of the show Anthony Moraes returns as our guest on this episode. We delve into a new woodworking related endeavor he is pursuing, his recent chairmaking adventures, and the perfect PB&J sandwich. It's a fun and entertaining conversation with one of the great guys in our community. Check it out! Anthony Moraes @chefmoraes on IG Anthony …

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MWA493 - David Douyard: In a Land Down Under 1:11:04

2M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

David returns as our guest for this episode. We talk about his finishing processes with Sutherland Welles products and Linseed Oil Paint. We also talk about his upcoming trip to Australia where he will once again be teaching a chair class with Nick Found, and participating in the Lost Trades Fair. It is fun and informative conversation with a great…

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MWA492 - Shinobi Tree & 5 Questions 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Jesse returns to answer the 5 Questions. We go in depth into his passion for routers and the learning curve for hand planes. Check it out! Jesse Hale: @shinobi_tree on Instagram @hyperion_project2023 on Instagram MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy Jesse Hale

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MWA491 - Shinobi Tree Interview 1:33:28

4M ago1:33:28

1:33:28

Jesse Hale with Shinobi Tree joins us as our guest. Jesse is a hobbyist furniture maker, designer, and a pivotal part of the Hyperion Project. Jesse details his journey from 2X4 projects to his outstanding studio quality furniture. We also delve into his contribution to Pepe Lima's Hyperion Project. Check it out! Jesse Hale: @shinobi_tree on Instag…

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MWA490 - Andy Glenn & 5 Questions 13:50

3M ago13:50

13:50

Andy returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about his two favorite tools, his influences, and why understanding Jeff Miller can be its own White Whale. Check it out! Andy Glenn @andy.d.glenn on Instagram Andydglenn.com Andy's book: Backwoods Chairmakers at Lost Art Press MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram…

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MWA489 - Andy Glenn Interview 1:18:37

4M ago1:18:37

1:18:37

Andy Glenn joins us to talk about his new book, "Backwoods Chairmakers". We discuss his inspiration for the book, his travels through Appalachia, and some the things he picked up along the way. We also talk about Andy's journey in the craft, his woodworking interests, and the classes he is teaching. It's a fun and informative conversation. Check it…

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MWA488 - Joe Bass & 5 Questions 21:13

4M ago21:13

21:13

Joe returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about some his latest tool acquisitions and his well worn Roubo bench; and how his Grandfather and 7th grade teacher influenced his direction in life and in the craft. Check it out! Joe Bass @joerobertbass on Instagram joebassworkshop.com MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram…

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MWA487 - Joe Bass Interview 1:32:43

4M ago1:32:43

1:32:43

Chairmaker Joe Bass joins us on this episode. It it a fantastic conversation where we explore his journey into chairmaking, his upcoming Hyperion chair build, plans for the Ember Chair, just to name a few highlights. Joe is great friend to the community and the podcast. Check it out! Joe Bass @joerobertbass on Instagram joebassworkshop.com WWing Ne…

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MWA486 - Wilbur Pan; Our Man in Japan 1:56:29

4M ago1:56:29

1:56:29

Wilbur joins us once again to talk about his recent trip to Japan. Wilbur is a great friend of the podcast and “maybe” our most prolific guest. Wilbur is a fantastic woodworker and an ambassador of asian woodworking tools and techniques. This is fantastic conversation where we delve into some of the woodworking highlights of a visit to Japan, asian…

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MWA485 - Bonus Episode; Chair Talk with Jeff Wyatt 11:57

5M ago11:57

11:57

This is a bonus episode of Jeff and the guys talking chairmaking. Check it out! Jeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy Jeff Wyatt

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MWA484 - Jeff Wyatt & 5 Questions 11:54

4M ago11:54

11:54

Jeff returns to answer the 5 Questions. Jeff's highlights some his favorite tools from family and friends to the table he might get to next year. Check it out! Jeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy Jeff Wyatt

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MWA483 - Jeff Wyatt Interview 1:10:51

4M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

On this episode Jeff Wyatt drops by. Jeff is a fantastic chairmaker, woodworker, turner, and instructor located in Tennessee. He is also known as @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram. It's a fun and engaging conversation. Check it out! Jeff Wyatt @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram WWing News Fine Woodworking Magazine (Taunton Press) has been sold to …

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MWA482 - James Wesley & 5 Questions 26:50

5M ago26:50

26:50

Wes returns to answer the 5 Questions. From vacuum bags to Kinetic Sculptures, this episode has something for everyone. Check it out! James Wesley @jameswesleyfurniture on Instagram Jameswesleyfurniture.com James Wesley Furniture on FaceBook James Wesley Furniture on YouTube MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on Instagram…

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MWA481 - James Wesley Interview 1:29:17

5M ago1:29:17

1:29:17

James Wesley joins us as our guest on this episode. Wes is an outstanding furniture designer and maker located in Wichita, Kansas. He employs some innovative techniques and processes; and his furniture spans from custom one-off pieces to commercial work. This is fun and informative conversation with some great tips and takeaways. Check it out! Jame…

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MWA480 - William Boyle & 5 Questions 26:48

6M ago26:48

26:48

Bill returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out about his favorite chairmaking tools, his white whale, and some upcoming chair projects. Check it out! William Boyle @williamboylechairmaker on Instagram williamboylechairmaker.com MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy William Boyle

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MWA479 - William Boyle Interview 1:22:38

6M ago1:22:38

1:22:38

William Boyle joins us this episode. Bill is a professional chairmaker and instructor. He makes some truly outstanding Windsor Chairs and teaches chairmaking out of his shop in Illinois. Bill utilizes some interesting techniques and salesmanship in his chair making endeavors. It's a great conversation with a little something for everyone. Check it …

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MWA478 - Rick de Roque & 5 Questions 35:02

6M ago35:02

35:02

Rick returns to answer to the 5 Questions. We have a lively conversation about Veritas vs. Lie-Nielsen, sharpening, Greene & Greene furniture - plus a little college football. Check it out! Rick de Roque: @rick4212 on Instagram MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy Rick de Roque

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MWA477 - Rick de Roque Interview 1:37:09

7M ago1:37:09

1:37:09

Rick de Roque joins us as our guest on this episode. Rick is an outstanding hobbyist woodworker and chairmaker; who truly embraces the forest to table concept as he cuts down his own trees, dries the lumber, and then turns it into beautiful furniture. It's a fascinating conversation about his tree to furniture process from his small shop in Arkansa…

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MWA476 - Michelle Myers and 5 Questions 20:36

7M ago20:36

20:36

Michelle joins us again to answer the 5 Questions. From Baroq puzzle furniture to the versatile Bandsaw, Michelle interests, influences, and approach to her craft is inspiring. Check it out! Michelle Myers @emiko_woodworks on Instagram emikowoodworks.com David Roentgen Laura Kishimoto & Austin School of Furniture Class MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @m…

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MWA Podcast Announcement - Release Schedule 0:44

7M ago0:44

0:44

Just a quick announcement about changes to the podcast release schedule. We are moving from Saturday to Tuesday. MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst

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MWA475 - Michelle Myers Interview 1:27:39

7M ago1:27:39

1:27:39

Michelle Myers is our guest on this episode. Michelle is a professional woodworker, Woodworking instructor at ASF, and one of the outstanding furniture designers in Texas. Her woodworking background stretches from Pennsylvania to Maine and New York and finally to Texas. Join us for a fascinating conversation with a great woodworker and designer. Ch…

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MWA474 - Eric Rimel answers the 5 Questions 24:11

7M ago24:11

24:11

Eric returns to answer the 5 Questions. From rules to Fine Woodworking magizine to a pod of whales, this episode has little something for everyone. Check it out! Eric Rimel @driftlessjoinery on Instagram Lee Valley Pocket Rule MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on InstagramBy Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst

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MWA473 - Eric Rimel Interview 1:29:12

8M ago1:29:12

1:29:12

Eric Rimel joins us as our guest on this episode. Eric is an accomplished woodworker, chairmaker, Professor at UW - Platteville, graduate of the Northwest Woodworking Studio’s Online Mastery Program, and is also remodeling his home. It is a fun and entertaining conversation with a outstanding woodworker. Check it out! Eric Rimel @driftlessjoinery o…

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MWA472 - Jason Thigpen Returns 1:16:36

8M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Jason Thigpen of Texas Heritage returns as our guest on this episode. Jason is a talented leathersmith, woodworker, remodeler, and entrepreneur. We visit with Jason about being an exhibitor at both the Texas Woodworking Festival and Handworks, their ever growing line of leather and canvas products, the building they are renovating, and the rewards …

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MWA471 - Handworks 2023 1:39:12

8M ago1:39:12

1:39:12

On this episode we highlight the 2023 Handworks event. We start off with a brief roundtable discussion of some of our favorite things and experiences at Handworks. Then we move into our interviews with a few of the attendees during the two-day event. This episode should give you a small taste of what is was like to be there. Check it out! Handworks…

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MWA470 - Gary Rogowski 1:22:26

8M ago1:22:26

1:22:26

On this episode we welcome Gary Rogowski back as our guest. Gary is a renowned custom furniture maker, author, educator, and Director of The Northwest Woodworking Studio to name just a few of his accomplishments. We visit with him about his new online “Setting Up Shop Series”, woodworking forgiveness, 5 min. dovetails, and wabi-sabi. It a wide-rang…

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MWA469 - Texas Woodworking Festival 2023 49:35

8M ago49:35

49:35

On this episode we highlight the 2023 Texas Woodworking Festival. We had the pleasure of interviewing few of the exhibitors and attendees during the two day festival. I also had pleasure of interviewing Asa Christiana of Fine Woodworking Magazine on the main stage. It was such a wonderful event. This episode should give you a small taste of what is…

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MWA468 - Blake & Jason's 100+ Chair Order 2:02:40

8M ago2:02:40

2:02:40

On this episode, we visit with Blake Loree and Jason Gallagher about a massive project of 100+ Windsor Chairs & Barstools they recently completed for a restaurant in Waco, Texas. Blake and Jason are talented chairmakers, instructors, and all around nice guys. It is fun and fascinating discussion where we delve deep into the design, construction and…

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MWA467 - Robert Tolnai & 5 Questions 27:26

9M ago27:26

27:26

Rob is back to answer the 5 Questions. From a Chieftain Chair to Krenovian influences, Rob's background a outlook make for a fun conversation. And if you stay to the end, Mark has a great idea for a future class. Check it out! Robert Tolnai @robert.tolnai on IG @r.tolnaidesigns on Facebook MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on IG…

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MWA466 - Robert Tolnai Interview 1:22:03

9M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

Great friend of the podcast, Robert Tolnai joins us oh this episode. Rob is custom furniture maker and outdoors enthusiast. From Nakashima furniture to Windsor chairs, Rob is a prolific and talented woodworker making for a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out! Robert Tolnai @robert.tolnai on IG @r.tolnaidesigns on Facebook WWing News TWW…

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MWA465 - Jameel Abraham & the 5 Questions 22:20

9M ago22:20

22:20

Jameel returns to answer the 5 Questions. From infill planes to tool chests to bifocals this episode has something for everyone to chew on. It's a fun and engaging Q&A. Check it out! Episode Links: Jameel Abraham @jameelabraham & @benchcrafted on IG Benchcrafted.com Handworks.co MWA Podcast - Patreon Page @mwa_podcast on IG…

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MWA464 - Jameel Abraham Interview 1:44:34

9M ago1:44:34

1:44:34

Jameel Abraham is our guest on this episode. Jameel is a gracious person of many talents, and is also co-owner of Benchcrafted. We touch on a variety of topics which include: furniture making, luthiery, iconography, and wrenching on Porsches to name a few. We also talk about “Handworks" - the upcoming handtool & woodworking gathering organized by B…

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MWA463 - Kim McIntyre & 5 Questions 15:18

10M ago15:18

15:18

Kim returns to answer the 5 Questions. From spokeshaves to drum sanders and just slowing thing down a bit, this is informative and fun episode. Check it out! Episode Links: Kim McIntyre @mcintyrefurniture on IG mcintyrefurniture.com McIntyre Furniture on YouTube McIntyre Furniture on Etsy McIntyre Furniture on FB Tom Henscheid on IG MWA Podcast - P…

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MWA462 - Kim McIntyre Interview 1:19:14

10M ago1:19:14

1:19:14

On this episode Kim McIntyre joins us as our guest. Kim is an outstanding professional furniture maker, outdoors enthusiast, and dog lover. She also happens to have one of the most gorgeous shops out there. We explore everything from her fine furniture, to her shop, kayaks, and her journey in the craft. Check it out! Episode Links: Kim McIntyre @mc…

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MWA461 - Robert Spiece: 5 Questions 22:57

10M ago22:57

22:57

Rob returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out where his favorite tool is, and how a how guitar refinishing lead him to where he is today. Check it out! Episode Links: Robert Spiece @robert.spiece on IG Robertspiece.com Bcstudentcraft.com (Berea College of Student Craft) pinecroftwoodschool.com/ (The Woodworking School at Pine Croft)…

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MWA460 - Robert Spiece Interview 1:07:34

10M ago1:07:34

1:07:34

On this episode we visit with Robert Spiece. Rob is an award winning professional furniture maker, talented woodworking instructor, and the Director of Woodcraft at Berea College of Student Craft. We visit with Rob about his mission at Berea College and its unique place in higher education. We also talk to him about the Woodworking School at Pine C…

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MWA459 - Dawson Moore & 5 Questions 21:35

11M ago21:35

21:35

Dawson returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out how his interest in furniture design lead to spoon carving, and then to chairmaking. And he might have more than one favorite tool. Check it out! Episode Links: Dawson Moore @michigansloyd on IG michigansloyd.com Texas Woodworking FestivalBy Dawson Moore

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MWA458 - Dawson Moore Interview 1:01:29

11M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

Dawson Moore (aka, Michigansloyd) joins us this episode. Dawson is a talented chairmaker, spoon carver, Sloyd enthusiast, and a woodworking instructor. He shares with us his love of the craft, and his journey into chairmaking. Check it out! Episode Links: Dawson Moore @michigansloyd on IG michigansloyd.com WWing News Lee Valley - Stand for Dust Hoo…

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