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Shop Talk Live - Fine Woodworking

FineWoodworking.com
Woodworking
Furniture Making
Woodworking Techniques
Veneering
Fine Woodworking
Woodworking Tools
Woodworking In America
Finishing Techniques
Hand Tools
Fine Furniture
Fine Woodworking New England
Joinery Techniques
Cabinet Making
Production Woodworking
Community Engagement
Upholstery
Woodworking Education
Dovetail Joints
Teaching
Woodworking Classes

Fine Woodworking magazine editors and contributors answer your questions and share woodworking tips and techniques.

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Latest Episodes

Vic interviews Steven Der-Garabedian, a teacher, woodworker and veneer artist, and together they answer questions about finding woodworking solutions in the quiet moments once you've allowed your brain to rest and process.

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Mike and accidental twins, Vic and Ben, discuss woodworking techniques they won't show, thinking about grain direction on drawer parts, prefinishing problems, Barry Manilow's lesser-known banger, and Vic and Ben fanboy over luthier Ted Woodford.

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Shea Alexander is a custom furniture maker and the owner of Alexander Brother's lumberyard in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. He has years of experience guiding customers through the process of buying wood, and in this episode Shea and Vic discuss the ... more

In this episode, Ben and Dinkle sit down with Phil Huber, of the Woodsmith Shop, to discuss machine upgrades (or lack thereof) along with answering some listener questions.

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Recent Guests

Shea Alexander
Fellow woodworker, chair maker, co-owner of Alexander Brothers
Alexander Brothers
Episode: STL366: No Mallet is Safe
Konrad Sauer
Owner of Sauer & Steiner planes; designer and maker making traditional and curved planes
Sauer & Steiner
Episode: STL364: Good Design Goes Unnoticed
Jeff Miller
Furniture designer and woodworker featured in Fine Woodworking
Furnituremaking.com
Episode: STL362: Hold the Saw like a Baby Bird
Aaron Keim
Instrument maker based in Washington state
Self-employed / instrument maker
Episode: STL361: Working at Speed
Steve Der-Garabedian
Expert woodworker and author specializing in veneer work
Cedar Lane Press
Episode: STL360: Veneer Glue—Stirred, Not Shaken
Josh Clarke
Vintage Tool Dealer and owner of Hyperkitten Tool Works
Hyperkitten Tool Works
Episode: STL358: He Hunts For Tools, So You Don't Have To
Grant Christensen
President of Blackwing Pencils
Blackwing
Episode: STL355: Pencil Geeks Assemble!
Erik Curtis
Woodworker and furniture maker based in Philadelphia
Episode: STL354: Go and Do the Thing
Frank Strazza
A furniture maker with over 35 years of experience and a mentor in the woodworking community.
Strazza Furniture
Episode: STL350: Texas Edition

Hosts

Vic Teslin
Co-host and editor-focused presenter with deep woodworking industry ties
Ben Strano
Host and educator with emphasis on hands-on craft and magazine-style content
Mike Pekovich
Co-host and renowned designer/maker in woodworking community

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Very inspiring

    Great show all around.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hereigoagainonmyown
    United States2 months ago
  • Could be great

    The guest related content of this podcast can be great. The host often brings the conversation back to himself and is dismissive of his female cohosts. Meh.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NickAlreadyIsANickname
    United States2 months ago
  • Good stuff

    There’s nothing better than driving around aimlessly learning about tapered sliding dovetails, drying walnut, or how to identify how sharp a blade really is. Real woodworking practitioners generously sharing their magic ways with wood. Thanks y’all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grumpy American
    United States4 months ago
  • Worth it

    The only podcast I listen to at 1.0 speed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hmmmlong
    United States5 months ago
  • Love love love this.

    I’ve been listening now for a couple dozen episodes and I’m nothing but inspired by these episodes. Keep up the good work fellow sawdust herders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Considerate Hammerhead
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critiques often mention desire for more craft-focused depth and fewer host interruptions.
Feedback highlights the show's strong community feel and the hosts' chemistry.
Listeners appreciate practical, no-nonsense craft content and real-world tips.

Chart Rankings

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#77
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#58
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#165
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#54
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

STL366: No Mallet is Safe
Q: Are there any woods you've personally experienced respiratory issues with while working with it?
No severe reactions, but some woods are irritants due to extractives; cedar, sassafras, red cedar, and Kentucky Coffee Wood can cause irritation or allergies in sensitive individuals, so proper ventilation and PPE are advised.
STL363: More Than One Way to Cut a Dovetail
Q: Why talk more about using splines for registering boards during panel glue-ups, given the availability of other joinery methods like dominoes or biscuits?
Splines can be a practical alignment tool for panel glue-ups, but they aren't inherently stronger than the joint itself; the choice depends on the specific context, visibility, and tolerance control, with some methods offering better alignment or edge control in certain designs.
STL362: Hold the Saw like a Baby Bird
Q: What makes hand tooling advantageous over relying solely on machines?
Hand tools provide greater control, allow for closer alignment with the desired result, and offer a tactile feedback loop that helps the maker sense and adjust details that machines might miss.
STL361: Working at Speed
Q: How important is the community around instrument making to the business of lutherie?
Community is vital and indispensable; long-running projects and a network of collaborators help sustain a one-person shop and create meaningful, social value beyond the monetary bottom line.
STL361: Working at Speed
Q: What is the best finish for a first guitar or ukulele, and how should a beginner approach finishes?
Aaron suggests not overcomplicating it: just finish with whatever is in the shop, recommend starting with a simple, durable option, and emphasize personal enjoyment and playability over chasing a perfect, maintenance-free look.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shop Talk Live

What is Shop Talk Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The shows center on hands-on woodworking, tool knowledge, design thinking, and the craft's community. Listeners can expect practical how-tos, discussions of material behavior, and design considerations, with frequent emphasis on budgets, tool choices, and working methods that suit real-world projects. A notable thread is the blend of traditional hand skills with modern workflows, plus a strong focus on education, mentorship, and community engagement within the woodworking world. The format often features a rotating cast of seasoned woodworkers and editors who share personal projects, industry insight, and practical tips, making it valuable for practitioners who want actionable craft advice and a sense of belonging within a passionate maker ... more

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1. Shea Alexander
2. Konrad Sauer
3. Jeff Miller
4. Aaron Keim
5. Steve Der-Garabedian
6. Josh Clarke
7. Grant Christensen
8. Erik Curtis

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