The Concrete Podcast7 Mai 2024

Concrete Reflections: Life, Risks, and the Existential Crisis of a Barista

We’re back, BABY! After spending last week in Napa for the Concrete Hero’s Quest III, we’re sliding back into our shops, getting our hands dusty with concrete, and diving deep into the stories that shape us. In this episode, we’re rolling down the windows to let in the fresh air of simple pleasures, the daring leaps of taking risks, and those moments of existential wonder that catch you off guard. Join us as we talk about everything from casting planters going sideways to the philosophies that keep our spirits high. It's more than just shop talk—it's life, through the lens of concrete and dreams. Don’t miss out, tune in and let’s keep livin’. UPCOMING CONCRETE DESIGN SCHOOL WORKSHOPS: Fabric-Forming Concrete Sink + GFRC Workshop Date: June 21-23, 2024 Location: Goddard, KS, USA Dive into fabric-forming and GFRC techniques with exclusive access to a 36-page course guide. Master custom creations like sinks and planters and craft pieces of unparalleled strength and beauty in this ultimate workshop for fabric-forming and GFRC training. Furniture Design Workshop Date: August 16-18, 2024 Location: Goddard, KS, USA Join Brandon Gore for a 2.5-day workshop exploring concrete fundamentals and mastering the art of furniture crafting. Discover creativity, embrace challenges, and unleash your potential at Brandon's exclusive studio in Goddard, Kansas. The Basics: Fundamental Concrete Workshop Date: September 28-29, 2024 Location: Goddard, KS, USA Join skilled concrete artisans for a comprehensive 1.5-day workshop covering templating, form building, concrete mix calculations, tool utilization, casting methods, and more. Perfect for beginners, this workshop emphasizes building a strong foundation in the concrete industry. Learn more and register: http://www.concretedesignschool.com For the highest quality concrete mix and sealer for concrete artisans, designed and made by concrete artisans: https://www.kodiakpro.com Want to continue the conversation? First things first, LIKE us on Facebook www.facebook.com/kodiakpromaterials to receive notifications on new products, tutorials, and events. Then join the private Kodiak Pro Discussion Group to ask questions pertaining to concrete countertops, sinks, and furniture, and/or Kodiak Pro products www.facebook.com/groups/kodiakpro Follow us on Instagram:  Concrete Podcast www.instagram.com/concretepodcast Kodiak Pro www.instagram.com/kodiak_pro #ConcreteCasting #CraftsmanPodcast #LifeTalks #DIYConcrete #WorkshopWisdom #TakingRisks #ExistentialMusings #HandmadeHeroes #ConcreteCreations #ShopTalkSeries

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Build It Strong: Formwork Lessons and Better Concrete with Gabriel Duckett

Every great concrete piece begins long before the mix is poured. It begins with a form that can hold the pressure, protect the design, and give the maker the confidence to create something worth remem...

18 Jul 1h 8min

Concrete Countertops: The Truth About Crystalline Silica and Sealers

What makes one concrete mix safer than another? How soon should you trust a sealer? And what should "perfect" concrete actually look like? In this episode of The Concrete Podcast, Brandon Gore and Jo...

2 Jul 59min

Spray-Up GFRC, Scaling Your Shop, and Smarter Sealing with Joe Bates

When does it make sense to invest in spray-up GFRC equipment? And when can smaller equipment get you the same result? In this episode of The Concrete Podcast, Joe Bates of SC Fabrication shares his e...

4 Jun 1h 28min

GFRC Spray Tips, Concrete Countertops, and Shop Secrets with Joe Bates

This week on The Concrete Podcast, concrete artisan Joe Bates of SC Fabrication in Napa, California shares GFRC spray techniques, concrete countertop templating tips, ICT Sealer torching methods, conc...

6 Mai 1h 16min

GFRC Fiber Ghosting Explained | Embracing the Material, Cleaner Casts, and Better SCC Results

Chocolate chip cookies have chocolate chips. Nobody is shocked when they show up on the surface. GFRC works the same way. In this episode, we talk about the material reality of fiber reinforced conc...

24 Apr 1h 13min

What Every Concrete Maker Gets Wrong, And How to Fix It

You are trying to build something that lasts. But the questions keep showing up. When do you seal?  Why did the sealer fail?  Is "food safe" real?  How do you fix a bad finish? In this episode, we a...

3 Apr 1h 11min

GFRC Countertops and Decorative Concrete Tips Every Maker Should Know

Concrete is a craft best learned shoulder to shoulder. In this episode of The Concrete Podcast, Brandon Gore and Jon Schuler announce the upcoming Concrete Heroes Quest workshop in Napa, California, ...

5 Mar 1h 12min

The Hidden Cost of Cheap Concrete Countertop Materials

Every maker faces the moment when something goes wrong. The sealer fails. The mix won’t flow. Cracks appear. And you need answers now, not guesswork. In this episode, you’ll learn why technical suppo...

12 Feb 1h 25min