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With the Grain

Pete Deeble
Mid-Century Modern Design
Stockton
Semigood Furniture
Ping Pong Table
Design Process
Dan Phillips
Furniture
Kyle Sebree
The Furniture Joint
Jared Rustin
Woodworking
Frugality

A biweekly podcast about furniture building, making stuff, and the gritty reality of following your passion.

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Latest Episodes

For our 10th episode, Pete sits down with furniture hero Kylle Sebree to discuss building poplar furniture with a $100 table saw, getting rejected from college of the redwoods, discovering and abandoning instagram, using down-payment savings for a fe... more

For this episode Pete traveled to Sean Woolsey’s studio to discuss Sean’s move from fashion to furniture, how he got his love for ping pong, how he decided to focus his attention on selling to designers, thinking of your shop as a lab instead of a fa... more

Pete sits down with Australia’s own Martin Johnston to learn the incredible story of how he went from reluctant apprentice to impassioned and acclaimed designer and builder. Along the way we touch on grief, apocalyptic flooding, unexpected and overwh... more

In this mini bonus episode, Dan Phillips recalls a great disaster story that slipped his mind during our initial conversation from episode 7.

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Recent Guests

Kyle Sebree
Furniture maker from Carlsbad, California
Independent furniture maker
Episode: Episode 10: Kylle Sebree
Sean Woolsey
Furniture designer and founder of Woolsey Studio
Woolsey Studio
Episode: Episode 9: Sean Woolsey
Martin Johnston
Furniture and architectural joinery designer and maker from Australia
Martin Johnston Furniture
Episode: Episode 8: Martin Johnston
Dan Phillips
Woodworker and educator featured guest sharing a disaster story
Woodworking / North Bennet Street School (referenced in story)
Episode: Mini Episode: Dan’s disaster story
Chad Parkinson
Owner/founder of The Furniture Joint, furniture maker
The Furniture Joint
Episode: Episode 6: Chad Parkinson from The Furniture Joint
Matt Eastvold
Furniture builder from Northfield, Minnesota; founder of Eastvold Furniture
Eastvold Furniture
Episode: Episode 5: Matt Eastvold
Jory Brigham
Furniture designer and woodworker
Episode: Episode 4: Jory Brigham
Thom Jones
OG legend of Semigood Furniture
Semigood Furniture
Episode: Episode 3: Thom Jones of Semigood Furniture
Jared Rustin
Fine furniture maker from Stockton, California
Episode: Episode 2: Jared Rusten

Host

Pete Diebel
Lead host focused on craft, design, and the maker lifestyle.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Not just about furniture

    As a product designer that’s far from the furniture space, I really enjoy this podcast. Thoughtful conversations, fascinating guests. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan L Hamilton
    United Statesa month ago
  • Camaraderie of Furniture makers

    As a fellow furniture maker, it’s refreshing to hear professionals at the top of their game sharing their experiences. Just finished episode 2 with J Rusten, at the end he called furniture making a “lonely pursuit”. That struck a chord with me, and this podcast makes it a little less lonely. Thanks Pete!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoahMelde
    United States2 months ago
  • Like Minded

    Being 22 years into my own woodworking career, it’s nice to hear the diverse journey of how other woodworkers arrived on their own path. Great interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ¡Kerrplunk!
    United States2 months ago
  • Good for my soul

    Just listened to the Matt Eastvold episode. As a fellow 50 year old professional maker in Minnesota, it was such a great interview to hear. Pete is an earnest and relatable host and this is my new favorite podcast. I look forward to hearing the next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gerg
    United States2 months ago
  • Earned Grain

    Being only woodworking-adjacent, I wasn't expecting to relate much. Pleasantly surprised by the connection I felt with your first 3 guests. It turns out, "How do I pay my bills without selling my soul?" is a universal struggle. It was inspiring to hear stories from actual humans who seem to have conquered that dragon.

    I particularly enjoyed the emotion that came through as they described battle wounds…sounded almost like soldiers returning from war.

    Good work, Pete. So glad you took t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TimStuartLB
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are described as deeply knowledgeable and candid about the craft and business
Production quality and thoughtful topics are consistently highlighted
Episodes are seen as inspiring for aspiring makers and small studio owners
Listeners praise authentic, relatable conversations and the host's storytelling

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#147
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#9
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#223
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#223
Germany/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 10: Kylle Sebree
Q: Was woodworking always meant to be a business, or did it become one by accident?
It started as a personal passion that evolved into a business when he realized he could design items people wanted to buy, especially after selling on Etsy and gaining photo-driven momentum.
Episode 10: Kylle Sebree
Q: What does your day-to-day look like running a one-man shop?
He describes a solo operation with occasional apprentices, a focus on high-end, custom work, and a path from Etsy to a steady, designer-driven flow of monthly inquiries.
Mini Episode: Dan’s disaster story
Q: Was it for a client?
No, it was a student project that was almost finished, making the loss feel even more painful because it represented a significant amount of time and effort.
Episode 7: DH Phillips
Q: Your style is so distinctive that it doesn't fit neatly into one category—how would you describe your design approach?
I use a flexible philosophy where I draw on mid-century forms, 18th-century library lines, and federal details, then filter it all through a personal aesthetic that emphasizes problem-solving and the joy of making something new each time.

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A biweekly show that centers on hands-on furniture making, design exploration, and the realities of turning passion into a sustainable craft business. Episodes feature seasoned woodworkers and designers sharing their career journeys, scaling production, collaborations with brands, and the personal costs and rewards of pursuing craftsmanship. Notable throughlines include balancing artistic integrity with commercial viability, mentorship, and practical lessons on running small studios, scaling teams, and surviving the ups and downs of a design-centric career.

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Recent guests on With the Grain include:

1. Kyle Sebree
2. Sean Woolsey
3. Martin Johnston
4. Dan Phillips
5. Chad Parkinson
6. Matt Eastvold
7. Jory Brigham
8. Thom Jones

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