From Chia Toilets to Driveable Fidgets. Intentional Creativity with Ali Spagnola (EP 72)

Long before YouTube, back before most people even had an email address, Roy Underhill set the stage for what a woodworking show might look like. Roy has been the host of The Woodwright's Shop for 39 seasons, beginning in 1979, making it the longest running how-to series on PBS.  In this episode we discussed his show, hand tool woodworking, and woodworking ethics. Check out The Woodwright's School here: https://www.woodwrightschool.com/

24 Sep 202157min

On this episode, I talked to Matt Outlaw of 731 Woodworks, who recently quit his job as a state trooper to become a YouTuber. We also discussed the business of woodworking and how to sell the projects you make. Visit 731 Woodworks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/731Woodworks

17 Sep 20211h 2min

On October 18 2006, Marc Spagnuolo made YouTube history when he posted his first video on a channel he called The Wood Whisperer. His woodworking is some of the best in the business, showcasing beautifully crafted furniture, using a combination of traditional power tools along with planes, chisels and other hand tools when needed.  In this episode I talked to Marc about being on YouTube for 15 years and how he's recently pivoted his content. And we'll learn what he considered the most essential wood joint. The Wood Whisperer channel: https://www.youtube.com/thewoodwhisperer The Wood Whisperer Guild: https://thewoodwhispererguild.com/

10 Sep 20211h 5min

Modern Builds has become a leading channel showcasing practical, highly approachable DIY projects made mostly with a modest set of power tools and construction grade lumber. He uses a variety of techniques and materials including woodworking metalworking and concrete working. Some of Mike's most popular videos are his remodeling videos, including a series where he transformed an old school bus into a tiny house. Mike is also a co-host of the long-running Modern Makers Podcast, along with Ben Uyeda and Chris Salomone...a couple of previous guests on The Woodworking Talk Show. Modern Builds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ModernBuildsDIY The Modern Maker Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/10o65pbMCfnnRL0XOE3gKd?si=7TVhrI2_Rb-Nt_ebgY-OrQ&dl_branch=1

3 Sep 202159min

With over half a billion views, Matthias Wandel maintains the largest woodworking channel on YouTube, Woodgears.ca. He is the foremost expert on making his own woodworking machines, including a homemade jointer, a tablesaw, 3 different belt sanders, a homemade lathe, a saw mill, a bunch of bandsaws including, most recently a huge 26" bandsaw, a computer controlled box joint jig, a slot mortising machine, a horizontal boring machine, a homemade air cleaner, and a couple of pantorouters...all with highly detailed plans so you can build them too. Matthias is an engineer who develops computer programs to answer questions and run experiments in his home and shop. He does construction and home improvement projects as well as builds fine furniture. His channel features solid woodworking tips and tricks. He makes wooden gears, marble machines, tests airflow in fans, and builds incredible mazes to test mice. Matthias's main channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Matthiaswandel Matthias random stuff: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_AWXcf2K3l9ILVuQe-XwQ Website: https://woodgears.ca/

27 Aug 202157min

Chris Salomone of Four Eyes Furniture designs furniture with clean lines and interesting, sometimes complex shapes. He's a very skilled woodworker, but his passion lies in design.  Chris's Four Eyes Woodworking channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisSalomone1 Welcome to the Woodshop: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAc4goFlpEG_YXgZv2MiGw

20 Aug 202158min

In June, 2015 Jonathan Katz-Moses began posting videos showcasing his handmade jewelry boxes and a couple years later was the king of the dovetail joint. He designed the magnetic dovetail jig that makes it easy for anyone to  hand cut perfect dovetails every time. Today Jonathan has a massive 5000 square foot shop where he creates mostly products for woodworkers.  His videos are geared toward high-end, production woodworking with tips, techniques, tool discussions, and advice for getting the most out of your shop.  Jonathan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KatzMosesWoodworkingShop

13 Aug 202157min

Cam Anderson is a former helicopter pilot who has been posting woodworking videos on his channel Blacktail Studio since 2018. Cam's YouTube channel is all about going big! Big wood slabs, big epoxy tables and big money. He is the undisputed King of Epoxy Tables! Blacktail Studio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlacktailStudio

6 Aug 202158min