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The Shop Stool Podcast

The Shop Stool Podcast
Woodworking
Furniture Making
Client Expectations
Furniture Design
Australia
Networking
Self-Employment
Quality Standards
Bunnings
Exhibitions
Insurance Regulations
Liability Insurance
Education
Mental Health
Kitchen Installation
Plywood
Measurements
CNC Machining
Butcher's Block
Sustainability

An Australian/New Zealand podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (KingPost TimberWorks) and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes158Founded9 years ago
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Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).Some lessons are learned the ha... more

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).Some updates from the last 2 we... more

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).We have some exciting news to s... more

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).Joey might’ve gone in over his ... more

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Recent Guests

Dave De La Cruz
Woodworker and furniture maker from Melbourne, guest discussing VWA partnership and his woodworking journey
Dave De La Cruz Woodworks
Episode: 154. Some Exciting News ft Dave De La Cruz
Dan Leighton
Founder of Leighton Builds, Perth-based activation builder
Leighton Builds
Episode: 151. You've Seen His Work At A Shopping Mall Near You ft Dan (Leighton Builds)
Bolaji Teniola
Furniture designer focused on innovative uses of timber waste
Episode: 143. The Craziest Use Of A Byproduct ft Bolaji Teniola
Isabel Avendaño Hazbún
Designer and maker with a background in textile and woodwork
Episode: 140. Slow Down And Play ft Isabel Avendaño Hazbún
Mark Lilly
Self-taught furniture maker and designer from Perth
Manor
Episode: 138. Banksia Boi ft Mark Lilly
Nick Pedulla
Woodworker and YouTube content creator
Nick's YouTube Channel and Patreon
Episode: 136. The YouTube Game ft Nick Pedulla
Jeremy Lee
Professional furniture maker and designer from JD Lee Furniture.
JD Lee Furniture
Episode: 132. You're Right Where You Need To Be ft JD Lee Furniture
Jon Goulder
Senior Designer at Snowheader and craftsman with a background in family furniture manufacturing
Snowheader
Episode: 122. Learning To Work ft Jon Goulder
Dan Barker
Furniture maker and owner of Bricolage
Bricolage
Episode: 121. Furniture Making Is A Multiverse ft Dan Barker

Hosts

Robin Lewis
Host of The Shop Stool Podcast and creator behind RobinLewisMakes; appears as a regular voice with a focus on craftsmanship and shop culture.
Joey Chalk
Co-host with hands-on woodworking expertise; shares shop floor insights and project-management perspectives.
Bryan Cush
Co-host focusing on business operations, client relationships, and practical shop management.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Always love a New Eposide

    Great discussion. Great guests. Great insights. My only complaint is that its not weekly… but I get it and it’s worth the wait.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R it's me
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    If you like making furniture, cabinets, or built ins this is a must listen. If you are in business, especially in the early years, the conversations will be so very helpful. The topics of what they are interested in, project and business triumphs and tragedies, and wonderful or wacky clients are relevant world wide. After stumbling onto it from a mention on another podcast, I went back to go through their YouTube content and started from podcast number 1. Give the most current one a listen then... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StatesideMaker
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent

    A great one for makers and woodworkers of all levels.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    104bigbuddy
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great Woodworking Show

    Been listening since day1 and still listening today. Keep up the great content guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djlphotos
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great show!

    Great honest show . None of the usual BS or marketing. Just 3 fellas having a chat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The_Business
    Australia5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Engaging, practical insights for makers and professional woodworkers
Great balance of craft tips and business advice; entertaining with solid guests
Honest conversations with no marketing fluff; down-to-earth and relatable

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#184
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#144
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#6
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#13
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#163
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#223
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

154. Some Exciting News ft Dave De La Cruz
Q: What practical advice helped you transition from hobbyist to full-time maker?
Join classes early to learn hands-on skills, use in-person feedback loops, and leverage community organizations for space, resources, and mentorship; prefer making in the mornings to ensure actual production happens before email/administrative tasks drain time.
154. Some Exciting News ft Dave De La Cruz
Q: What would you tell someone considering going full-time as a maker after 18 months?
Start by selling one thing to a real customer to learn pricing and process, then keep making and refining while building a financial runway; focus on design practice, and shift to mornings for making with admin tasks in the afternoon to stay productive.
151. You've Seen His Work At A Shopping Mall Near You ft Dan (Leighton Builds)
Q: How do you manage tight timelines for large activations?
By leveraging standard build templates, pre-planned connections, and a rapid on-site assembly approach with dollies and a big truck, while communicating clear revisions and keeping a tight schedule with the client.
151. You've Seen His Work At A Shopping Mall Near You ft Dan (Leighton Builds)
Q: What led you to move from a garage setup to a dedicated workspace?
A big early corporate activation and the realization that scalable, higher-end work required a proper space, proper equipment, and a reliable workflow; the decision was reinforced by a supportive school background and a wish to provide larger, more complex builds.
140. Slow Down And Play ft Isabel Avendaño Hazbún
Q: What was the experience of putting on this show like?
Isabel details the challenges and creative processes she went through in staging her own show, emphasizing sustainability and her innovative methodologies.

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What is The Shop Stool Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A friendly, hands-on show focused on woodworking, small-shop entrepreneurship, and craft-based manufacturing. Episodes blend practical how-tos (joinery, finishes, CNC, tool choices) with business-minded discussions on pricing, project management, and scaling from one-off pieces to recurring revenue streams. Guests and hosts alike share real-world experiences—from teaching workshops to collaborating with design firms and big-brand activations—often peppered with humor, banter, and candid reflections on risk, pricing, and client relationships. Notably, the show leans into teaching and mentorship, explores tech adoption (AI, automation, laser cutters), and covers global maker scenes, all while keeping content approachable for hobbyists and pro... more

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1. Dave De La Cruz
2. Dan Leighton
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4. Isabel Avendaño Hazbún
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6. Nick Pedulla
7. Jeremy Lee
8. Jon Goulder

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