Best Letterpress Podcasts (2024)

In this episode I speak with Cara Pfennigwerth about art and letterpress and printmaking. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 163 - Shea O'Connor - Art + Illustration 2:11:32

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In this episode I speak with Shea O'Connor about art and illustration. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 162 - Chris Fason - What I Did Yesterday Kickstarter + Art 1:10:48

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In this episode I speak with Chris Fason about art and his new project up on Kickstarter, What I Did Yesterday. Go back the project! Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 161 - Mike Jones - Creative South + Design + Branding 1:35:29

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In this episode I speak with Mike Jones about Creative South, design, and branding. Tickets available now! Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 160 - Savannah Jane Wolfgram - Comedy 1:44:48

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In this episode I speak with Savannah Jane Wolfgram about comedy. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 159 - Nkem Warner aka For Tha Masses - Art + Murals + Lettering 2:27:18

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In this episode I speak with Nkem Warner aka For Tha Masses about art and murals and lettering. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 158 - Gaelen Harlacher and Hugo Fitz of The Perks Department - Art and Artist Events 3:20:28

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In this episode I speak with Gaelen Harlacher and Hugo Fitz of The Perks Department about art and artist events. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 157 - Ame Houston - Art 2:35:27

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In this episode I speak with Ame Houston about art. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 156 - Cassie Watters - Unions 2:21:49

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In this episode I speak with Cassie Watters about unions. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 155 - Matt Foltz-Gray - Animation + Art 2:07:00

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In this episode I speak with Matt Foltz-Gray about animation and art. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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Episode 154 - Rachel Milford - Catty Wampus Puppet Council 3:09:23

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In this episode I speak with Rachel Milford about Catty Wampus Puppet Council. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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S5E12 - Typecasting with Val Lucas of Bowerbox 1:08:42

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Val Lucas is one of the few changing the game and carrying on the legacy of metal typecasting. We were introduced to her stunning work via her pattered border submissions to the APA, and we knew we had to have her on to walk us though this process! This episode covers Val's journey from printing classes to creating her own line of cast borders. We …

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S5E11 - Book Club Pt 3 1:07:15

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Pricing and finances are two of the scariest parts of going into business. In the third edition of our Book Club series, we cover two amazing guides to setting yourself up for financial success. Books discussed: Graphic Artists Guild Handbook, 16th Edition: Pricing & Ethical Guidelines This textbookesque guide covers so much information regarding t…

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Episode 153 - Dustin Camp, Chrissie Betts, Lauren Corum - The Curious Table 2:32:02

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In this episode I speak with Dustin Camp, Chrissie Betts, and Lauren Corum of KnoxPride's The Curious Table, about their podcast. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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S5E10 - Press Maintenance 44:34

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If you want to keep your press in tip top shape, regular maintenance is key. But we know how daunting this could feel, especially if you're brand new to printing and just acquired your press friend. In this episode we cover some of the standard maintenance procedures you'll want to take part in. Full disclosure: this episode favors those of us oper…

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Episode 152 - Rowan Young - Comedy 1:24:04

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In this episode I speak with Rowan Young, of Tiny Stage Comedy, about comedy. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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S5E9 - Sculpted Embossing Pt 2 w/ JR Press 1:26:58

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For the second episode in this short series on Sculpted Embossing, we speak with Nick and Mac from JR Press in San Fransisco. JR Press is a family owned business that Nick's grandfather opened up in 1987. They have a hefty list of equipment and they've had the pleasure of working on some incredible projects. We pick up the sculpted embossing proces…

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S5E8 - Book Club Pt 2 48:01

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In our second edition of the "Book Club" series, we discuss some of our favorite and most popular technical handbooks. These are books that can directly enhance your knowledge of printing and print history that can be applicable to growing your press skills. Books covered: Elementary Platen Presswork by Ralph W. Polk (buy here on ThriftBooks) Print…

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Episode 151 - Michael May and Paxton Holley - Westerns and Hellbent For Letterbox 1:25:15

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In this episode I speak with Michael May and Paxton Holley about westerns and their podcast Hellbent For Letterbox. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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S5E7 - Sculpted Embossing w/ Metal Magic 1:01:45

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If you've been oogling the beautiful results from sculpted emboss while scrolling through Instagram, you're not alone! We have been so intrigued by the process that we decided to set out and do a 2 part series on this seriously impressive print method! In Part 1, we speak with Mark Schumacher from Metal Magic, the #1 place to source brass and coppe…

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S5E6 - Rush Fees 48:54

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Ever since the great wedding surge of 2021, it seems like rush projects are the norm. How we handle those varies from company to company, but if you're just starting out and are curious on how other printers handle rush fees - this episode is for you! Prior to recording this episode, we polled our audience and the print community at large to gather…

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Lustre & Love - Sustainable Jewellery 15:02

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In this episode, I spoke to Lustre & Love about using recycled metals, their signature shape and working with mental health charities! Lustre & Love's Instagram - LUSTRE & LOVE JEWELLERY (@lustreandlove_x) • Instagram photos and videos Lustre & Love's Website - LUSTRE & LOVE Luxury Jewellery (lustreandlove.co.uk) To find out more, head to; Charis' …

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Episode 150 - Jimi Bonogofsky - Art 1:36:01

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In this episode I speak with Jimi Bonogofsky about their pathway to art. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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S5E5 - Vandercook & Sons 48:32

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In this episode we walk through the history of our favorite proof press manufacturer: Vandercook & Sons! Their story takes several twists and turns before it ends with a familiar name, in a completely different place. Want to follow along with some of the imagery we discuss? Here is a link to the very helpful timeline of all Vandercook presses, wit…

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S5E4 - Book Club Part 1 1:15:12

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Your favorite letterpress podcast is starting a book club! We have been inspired, influenced and encouraged by the writings of many authors, and we know there are so many more to hear from! We'll occasionally be sprinkling in Book Club episodes so that we can share our favorite readings with you! In this episode we discuss two books: The War of Art…

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Luna Lapis - Ethical Crystal Jewellery 17:25

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In this episode, I spoke to Luna Lapis about where crystals come from, the history of amethyst and zodiac gemstones! Luna Lapis' Instagram - Ethical Crystal Jewellery by LUNA LAPIS ® (@lunalapiscrystals) • Instagram photos and videos Luna Lapis' Website - LUNA LAPIS Crystal Jewellery – Crystal jewellery, minimal with meaning (lunalapisart.com) To f…

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Episode 149 - Rachel Bedell aka The Pickety Witch - Art And Creating Products 1:33:28

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In this episode I speak with Rachel Bedell aka The Pickety Witch about her pathway to art, and creating croducts. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The ArtistBy Feral Giant Studio

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S5E3 - Screening & Screaming for Half Tones 52:33

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After a fellow printer sent us a very intriguing photo of an unexpected print result, we reached back out to Shelley & Max Otto from Concord Engraving to discuss screening plates, half tones, and what happens when you submit plate artwork at anything less than 100% opacity! We are so thrilled to have Shelley and Max rejoin us, and this episode is a…

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