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Beat Around The Bench Podcast

Colton, Jess and Ross
Woodworking
Deck Building
Artificial Intelligence
Hair
Whiskey
Woodturning
Gearhart Industry
Insurance
Serpentine Table Design
Shop Safety
Meranti
Autumn Foliage
Furniture Woodworking
London, United Kingdom
Fruits
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Chatgpt
Outdoor Living Spaces
Thanksgiving
Social Media

This is a maker's Podcast about woodworking, good times and general Jack-Assery. The story of these three dates back to WorkBenchCon 2023 where they met and quickly became bestest friends. Since then, their trials and tribulations have been on display on this very Podcast. Jess hails from Tampa Bay, FL and has been a carpenter for over 15 years. (@Jess_BuildIt) Colton calls Houston, TX home. He ma... more

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The episode kicks off with Ross revealing he is a devoted fan of Phil Rosenthal, the creator of Everybody Loves Raymond, who now hosts a food travel show on Netflix called Somebody Feed Phil. Ross has personally visited around 15 of the restaurants t... more

Ross is back. Jess is missing in action. And it was almost the shortest episode in Beat Around the Bench history because a tornado showed up and tried to end the whole thing early.

That is not an exaggeration.

But before nature launched its attack,... more

One man is sick. Actually scratch that. One man is completely destroyed. Colton showed up to record this podcast after a week that included a Creed concert, a karaoke night, felling trees across his yard, and what he describes as looking, feeling, an... more

Season four keeps rolling and the boys are back with another episode that somehow manages to cover hot dogs, diesel engine engineering, sharpening stone philosophy, wood trivia, and a legitimate debate about whether you should own a tow strap before ... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Woodworkx
Patron and supporter introduced in the episode
Tonys Woodworkx
Episode: Ep 135: Holly N' Oates
Lee Dumond
YouTube creator and woodworker, Busted Knuckle Woodworks
Busted Knuckle Woodworks
Episode: Ep 127: Koa & The Gang
Chad Schimmel
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Turners Warehouse
Episode: Ep 124: Cage the Ecalyptus
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Turner's Warehouse
Episode: Ep 122: House Of Pine
Justin Hobart
Guest, Ambrose Design
Ambrose Design
Episode: Ep 120: Old Crow Meranti Show
Charlie XCX
Guest in Colton's house during the episode
Colton's household
Episode: Ep 118: Little Birch Town
David Petritis
Branding iron designer and owner, Gearhart Industry
Gearhart Industry
Episode: Ep 113: My Cocobolo Romance

Hosts

Jess Build It
Primary host with extensive hands-on carpenter experience and a strong presence in the maker community.
Colton ColtCrit
Co-host known for project builds, shop banter, and business insights.
Ross RandCDesigns
Third host with focus on furniture making and woodcraft storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • The best woodworking podcast ever!

    I listen to this at my shop where I work and I just love all the information. Colton is my favorite 😂He makes me laugh with his descriptions of whiskeyđŸ„ƒ. I love all the trivia too. So fun to listen too. Definitely recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D. Hoosier
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

The best woodworking podcast energy, hosts have great banter and practical tips.
Great audience-friendly content with approachable business advice.
Love the mix of humor and hardcore craft talk.
Host chemistry is excellent and the trivia segments are a plus.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 117: Cherry Poppin' Daddies
Q: What is the modern term for a machine that grabs, cuts, and stacks trees in one motion?
A feller buncher, a mechanized harvester that handles multiple trees in one pass.
Ep 117: Cherry Poppin' Daddies
Q: What is the purpose of a cant hook?
To roll and position logs, using a long pull with a movable hook and spike.
Ep 117: Cherry Poppin' Daddies
Q: Which country is credited with inventing the first gasoline-powered chainsaw?
Germany, with Andreas Stihl pioneering early gas-powered models.
Ep 117: Cherry Poppin' Daddies
Q: What was the classic two-man saw nicknamed before chainsaws?
The Misery Whip, a grueling back-and-forth saw used before powered chainsaws.
Ep 124: Cage the Ecalyptus
Q: What is the most surprising wood or material you've turned, and why did it stand out?
Chad discusses turning exotic woods like Coco Bolo and African Blackwood, as well as fossilized materials stabilized with resin; these materials stand out due to their color, grain, and price, illustrating the appeal and risk of high-end woods.

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A laid-back, humor-driven maker show centered on woodworking, shop life, and the camaraderie of three hosts. Episodes mix hands-on project talk, tool chatter, and practical tips with personal stories, travel anecdotes, and light trivia segments. The vibe leans toward in-depth craft banter, approachable business chatter for small shops, and a strong sense of community, often punctuated by jokes, friendly competition, and occasional guests or patron shout-outs. Noteworthy elements include a consistent trio dynamic, practical maker insights (joinery, finishes, shop setup, and branding), and surprising side quests into food, travel, and pop culture that keep conversations casual and entertaining for hobbyists and small-business makers alike.

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2. Lee Dumond
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