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Have you gotten interested in CNC machines, such as CNC routers, CNC lasers, or even plasma cutters? Why do people like you and me get so fascinated by these technological wonders? It's because it is amazing to watch your design come to life right before your eyes. I always wondered about the deeper reasons. But I figured it out. It's because most of us start to realize we haven't been living life for ourselves, doing our thing. We've been doing it all for someone else. then we finally decid ...
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A woodworking show for modern woodworkers and makers. Join Marc Spagnuolo, Shannon Rogers, and Matt Cremona for a light-hearted look at the latest news, tips, and tricks from the world of woodworking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Every Wednesday, Host Ethan Abramson talks to your favorite furniture makers and woodworking professionals to give you a look at - the business behind the furniture business. Learn about how these entrepreneurs went from just keeping the lights on to succeeding in the industry. Go inside their companies, inside their pricing, and get inside their heads as they teach you about what they have done both wrong and right along their journey to get to where they are today. To learn more about the ...
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Join the father daughter gaming duo on CFCR where they will discuss their journey into the resurgence of modern board games and the current events surrounding the industry. Most people remember playing the basics like monopoly or battleship, but the modern world of board games has created fictional worlds much more sophisticated and beautiful feeding into the competitiveness, socialization, imagination and artistic beauty that we all can enjoy. From the co-operative team player to the hard c ...
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There are SO many podcasts about board games, but so few that feature us! Join Natalie, Jeff and Ryan as we discuss new games we‘ve recently played. Listen to our unique segments like the Boardgame Beatdown, where we take a super popular game and read all the lowest rated BGG comments it has, or the Instagram Inbox where we ask for participation from our listeners on social media. We also usually play some sort of game that you can play along with, and we always end the show with a Top 5 lis ...
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In a society filled with distraction, division & delusion there is one sure way to affect change; start with yourself. Our mission is to offer insight on how you can create positive change in your life, career path & the world. Now is the time for bold and creative people, they are needed to see our species and our planet to a healthy, sustainable & united future. You too can “Be the Change”.
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On this episode I sit down with Brent Biglow, owner of Biglow Woodcraft If you want to hear the full story behind how Biglow Woodcraft got started, check out the show archives - Episode 161 What keeps you up at night? If you are a furniture maker, especially one just starting out, I’m going to bet you have had some sleepless nights thinking about p…
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Dive into the nuances of CNC craftsmanship with the IDC Woodcraft podcast, where Garrett Fromme, CEO of IDC Woodcraft, unfolds the essentials of properly chucking your CNC router bits. With his extensive expertise and years of hands-on experience, Garrett provides a concise guide that's indispensable for both novices and seasoned professionals. Thi…
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It’s show #568 On today’s show, we’re talking about woodworker vs the HOA, sharpening a card scraper, flat bottom table saw cuts, and disposable blade hand planes 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. A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU WHO SPO…
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Brent has a busy 5 person company. Everybody working in sync to keep the orders on track. If you listen closely you can actually hear them all working in the background of this episode. And honestly, I think that’s great because it gives a real snapshot of the way Brent sees his role in his company. He understands that as a business grows the role …
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Hey there, Gamers, and welcome to Episode 133 of The Gamecasters podcast!! In tonight's episode we talk about the grand opening of a new FLGS in the area, Ryan hits us with a new song called Rock, Paper, Scissor Me, Natalie takes us through a Rapid Fire segment, we then do another NFW before playing a new game called WATTT?? and then end the show w…
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On this episode I sit down with Suzi McAfee, owner of Monarch Woodworx. If you want to hear the full story behind how Monarch Woodworx got started, check out the show archives - episode 159 Most furniture makers love getting orders for mass produced pieces. Not only can you batch out the work, but it means there is enough demand for your work that …
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Suzi has grown her South Africa based furniture company to where it is today, not by taking shortcuts, but by fully immersing herself in the world of furniture. She loves it all, from the building, the design, and the community that surrounds the industry. Coming from a childhood with zero experience handling tools, to now running a widely successf…
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In this captivating episode of the IDC Woodcraft podcast, host Garrett Fromme, the visionary CEO of IDC Woodcraft, takes us on an insightful journey into the world of precision woodworking machines. After his visit to the AWFS show, Garrett shares his first-hand experience with Legacy CNC Routers, a brand synonymous with innovation and quality in t…
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Welcome back, Gamers, to episode 132 of The Gamecasters Podcast!! In tonight's episode we discuss how game weight can be compared to girth. We do a couple of lookback games. Jeff finds out what the most nerdy thing is about our listeners, Natalie discusses play in all forms on Natalie's Nook, we play the Match Game and then end the show with our To…
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In this enlightening episode of the IDC Woodcraft podcast, join Garrett Fromme, the seasoned CNC expert and CEO of IDC Woodcraft, as he delves explaining the intricacies of CNC router bits. With years of hands-on experience in CNC routing, Garrett offers a concise yet comprehensive review, focusing on the intricate world of CNC bits. He'll guide li…
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Dive into the transformative world of epoxy with the IDC Woodcraft podcast, hosted by Garrett Fromme, the insightful CEO of IDC Woodcraft. This episode is a treasure trove for woodworking enthusiasts eager to explore the integration of epoxy into their CNC router projects. Garrett unfolds the episode with a fundamental breakdown of epoxy, elucidati…
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On this episode I sit down with Ray Brents, owner of Ray Brents Design. If you want to hear the full story behind how Ray Brents Design got started - check out the show archives - episode 157 Those early mistakes in your business always stick with you. Either on the business or the building end. When you have a client issue during the start of your…
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While I was at WorkBench Con I had the opportunity to talk to the folks over at TotalBoat. They specialize in all sorts of products to make your CNC journey even better and more interesting. I was able to speak with Meghan and she told me all about the basics of epoxy and how to use epoxy in CNC projects. As CNCers we're always looking for ways to …
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Ray understands the importance of details. Details in his workmanship, building the best furniture for his clients. Details in his design, making sure what he delivers meets with all his client’s needs. Details in his business, honing his pricing, customer service, shipping, and everything else over the years that helps him keep his company running…
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Welcome back, Gamers, to another episode of The Gamecasters! In this episode we talk about some hot new games, find out where Natalie REALLY went for Jamaica, decided if pineapple belongs on pizza, played the three-minute game, and then ended the show with our Top 5 games we want to see deluxified. There's lots to get into, so get into it! Thanks f…
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On this episode I sit down with Aaron Moore, owner of Moore's Refinishing. If you want to hear the full story behind how Moore's Refinishing got started, check out the show archives - episode 155 The start of a business is hard. Learning the skills, getting the clients, and making the money you need to keep the doors open. Although comfortably succ…
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Customer service is key, thats Aaron’s business practice in a nutshell. Yes you have to be great at your job, yes you have to understand how to price your work, yes you have to know how to handle your employees, but to pull everything together and be a successful company, you need to have that customer service down to a science. For over 20 years, …
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We talk a lot about building a community on this show, and Austin is taking that idea and giving it a physical form. So why not celebrate that. This episode is not only a look behind the curtain at the Texas Woodworking Festival event but also an overall conversation on marketing and brand development and how you can use them both in your own busin…
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This special episode is with Mike and Michelle Ranger, owners of Ranger Home North West. If you want to hear the full story behind how Ranger Home North West got started, check out the show archives - episode 152 Navigating lumber yards, and buying wood in general, isn’t always the easiest thing in the world to do. No matter how many years you have…
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Hey hey, Gamers, and welcome to Episode 130 of The Gamecasters!! In tonight's episode we look at a hot new game coming to Kickstarter, we cover our first look-back game, we find out how all of you got into the hobby, do another No Fucking Way segment, Jeff takes Natalie and I through another game of What's In The Box!? and then we end the show with…
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It’s show #567 On today’s show, we’re talking about shoulder planes?, the very super cool tools fence, and a question about router fences that Matt probably can’t answer. 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. Thank you Patrons. WoodTalk is…
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By focusing on a commitment to their brand, a commitment to their skills, and a commitment to each other, Mike and Michelle have been able to rapidly grow in an industry that is relatively new to them both. By still respecting the traditional ideas of furniture making, but building a brand in the digital marketing age, they are able to reach client…
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This special episode is with Bryan and Erin Kerr, owners of Kerr Woodworking. If you want to hear the full story, behind how Kerr Woodworking got started, check out the show archives - episode 150 Bryan and Erin make beautiful furniture. The meticulous attention to detail in their work is one of the many reasons clients continue to reach out to the…
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Hey there, Gamers, and welcome to Episode 129 of The Gamecasters Podcast! We're back with a very special guest. We talk about some hot new games, introduce TWO new segments on the show, play a rousing game of Boardgame or Bullshit and then end the show with our Top 5 Game Names for our genitalia! Hope you enjoy! -The Gamecasters…
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It’s show #566 On today’s show, we’re doing another Oops! All Questions episode. We’re talking about some new tools, the longevity of glue joints, uses for CNC, and domestic hardwood alternatives. 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. Than…
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No furniture maker is an island. No matter how much you can take on yourself, at some point, you are going to need help. Although coming from different industries, Bryan and Erin understood that need. And when they started their own furniture company, recognizing their strengths and weaknesses and being the support the other needed, is how they hav…
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Hey there, Gamers, and welcome back to Episode 128 of The Gamecasters! Join us in today's episode to hear about all the great games we've played lately! We talk about our OG Nerdfest that happened over the weekend, we listen to all the games our listeners find "moist," Natalie takes us through our BG Stats in the Nook. We play a round of NAME. THAT…
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This special episode is with Jay and Deb Lopez of Together We Build. If you want to hear the full story behind how Together We Build got started check out the show archives - episode 148 You know those projects that start out like every other project you have done, but then one thing after another goes wrong and before you know it the whole project…
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It’s show #565 On today’s show, we’re talking about power jointers vs jointer planes, finishing shop walls, which smoothing plane, and regretting Harvey Tools purchases? What's On the Bench Marc is working on Ava's vanity and discovering parts move if you leave them around long enough. Shannon has no room in his shop due to home remodeling projects…
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