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MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst
Woodworking
Furniture Design
Design Innovation
Tools and Techniques
Australian Timber
Prototyping
Melbourne Tool Company
Texas Woodworking Festival
Culinary Arts
Creative Process
Leather Working
Chair Making
Design Philosophy
Tool Design
Sloyd Experience
Education
Peanut Butter and Jelly
Woodworking Tools
Japanese Woodworking
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The Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast brings to you in-depth interviews with woodworkers of note in our community - from outstanding hobbyists to award winning, international woodworkers. We also bring to you a bit of woodworking news and other items of note. And we wrap things up with our fortnightly beer recommendations. Whether you are a hand-tool, powertool, or hybrid woodworker, we thin... more

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We’re excited to welcome back Andy Jack as our guest. Andy is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor who works and teaches out of his shops in both Connecticut and Massachusetts. In this episode, we talk about setting up his new classroom studio in... more

Mary returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore carving chisels, her current white whale, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!

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On this episode we’re excited to welcome Mary May as our guest. Mary is an outstanding woodcarver and instructor who works and teaches out of her new waterfront studio in Missouri. She offers both in-person and online classes. Mary has been featured ... more

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David returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore Lathes, Chickens, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!

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Recent Guests

Mary May
Woodcarver and instructor; guest on the episode
Mary May Carving
Episode: MWA598 - Mary May Interview
David Lancaster
Outstanding woodturner and chairmaker
Maine workshop
Episode: MWA596 - David Lancaster
Alf Sharp
Furniture maker specializing in 18th and 19th century designs
Episode: MWA594 - Alf Sharp
Marc Spagnolo
Woodworker and Owner of The Wood Whisperer
The Wood Whisperer
Episode: MWA593 - Marc Spagnolo & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News
Marc Spagnuolo
The Wood Whisperer, an influential figure in online woodworking education
The Wood Whisperer
Episode: MWA592 - Marc Spagnuolo: The Wood Whisperer
David Wright
Outstanding chair maker and instructor
Independent Artisan
Episode: MWA590 - David Wright; Windsor Chairmaker
Glen Rundell
An outstanding chair maker and instructor working in Tilden, Australia.
Lost Trades Fair
Episode: MWA588 - Glen Rundell: Chairmaking in Australia
Diane Deery
Art instructor at The Hill School, where she teaches woodworking and photography.
The Hill School
Episode: MWA586 - Diane Deery
Wilbur Pan
A fantastic woodworker and ambassador of Asian woodworking tools and techniques.
Episode: MWA584 - Panning the Plane with Wilbur Pan

Hosts

Kyle
Host of the MWA Podcast with long-running involvement across episodes, often guiding discussions and guest interviews.
Jeff
Co-host and frequent interviewer, often handling news segments and five-question formats.
Sean
Co-host who participates in news segments and guest interactions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Great Guests & Info

    I do what I can to listen to every episode. It’s rare for me to miss listening, and I like the idea of interviewing different woodworkers. Just solid info and good folks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lotechie Mo
    United States3 months ago
  • Consistently great conversations with woodworkers

    Due to a lack of time, I’m way behind on my podcast listening, with over 61 podcast episodes across 17 shows waiting in my listening queue. The MWA Podcast is the only one I’m caught up with. That’s how good this podcast is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wpan03
    United Statesa year ago
  • MWA 529 - how to get stuff done!

    While the entire episode was good the golden nugget is at the end when Shea talks about finding/ devoting the time to get woodworking projects done. Great to reflect on and consider how to be better at allocating time to projects…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GregLa2
    United Statesa year ago
  • Needs shorter intros

    Good interviews, but they spend waaaayyy too long talking about nothing beforehand.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TreebeardNH
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun, accessible, informative

    I’ve been binging the MWA Podcast during parental leave while I drive around getting my infant to sleep. As a total novice, it’s been extremely fun and informative to listen to the hosts talk about the latest in woodworking news and interview some movers and shakers in the woodworking world. I have found this podcast to be among the most accessible to newbies, which doesn’t take away from the high level of detail and discussion the hosts and guests get into. Keep up the fantastic work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JusticeTaney
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show balances news with interviews without getting too technical for beginners.
Guests are consistently strong and knowledgeable.
Community and education around woodworking come through strongly.
Listeners praise practical woodworking insights and friendly hosts.
Audio quality and intro length are occasionally noted as areas for improvement.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#58
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#81
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Apple Podcasts
#188
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#131
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#226
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#15
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MWA598 - Mary May Interview
Q: What is the most proud piece you've worked on, or that defines your career?
She pointed to her work on the Shakespeare Globe Theatre stage capitals in London, describing them as a defining achievement and a showcase of traditional, large-scale architectural carving, which she contributed to during her time studying and working overseas.
MWA598 - Mary May Interview
Q: Tell us a little about yourself and how you got into wood carving.
Mary shared her Midwest upbringing, early exposure to building with her dad, and how European study shaped her passion for carving, leading to formal training in Greece and the City and Guilds in England, which cemented her career trajectory.
MWA597 - David Lancaster & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News
Q: What is your go-to finish for projects?
He consistently uses Waterlox and mentions avoiding paint, highlighting Waterlox Original and Marine finish as preferred options depending on the project and VOC considerations.
MWA597 - David Lancaster & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News
Q: What is your number one tip for fellow woodworkers?
The core advice is to put in the time and not be afraid to practice, emphasizing lifelong learning and continual improvement in both bowl and spindle turning.
MWA597 - David Lancaster & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News
Q: What is your white whale—the one thing you haven't made but want to?
Lancaster admits he is generally content with what he makes and hasn't identified a specific unmade project as a true longing, suggesting a flexible and evolving practice rather than a single unfinished goal.

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The show offers in-depth conversations with notable woodworkers, ranging from traditional craftsmen and chairmakers to tool designers and educators, interspersed with woodworking news and practical tips. Episodes frequently center on craft techniques, tool picks, historical influences, business takeaways, and the community aspect of woodworking, with a relaxed, often humorous host dynamic. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on hands-on craft, learning resources, and real-world experiences, making it useful for listeners who want actionable insights, industry updates, and a sense of belonging within a maker community.

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Recent guests on MWA Podcast include:

1. Mary May
2. David Lancaster
3. Alf Sharp
4. Marc Spagnolo
5. Marc Spagnuolo
6. David Wright
7. Glen Rundell
8. Diane Deery

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