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Artwork for Woodworking is BULLSHIT!

Woodworking is BULLSHIT!

Woodworking is Bullsh*t
Woodworking
Creativity
Mental Health
Craftsmanship
Sustainability
Design
Art
Social Media
Disposable Culture
Imposter Syndrome
Work-Life Balance
Perfectionism
Emotional Attachment
Emotionally Durable Design
Authenticity
Hustle Culture
Repairability
Storytelling
Passion
Gratitude

A podcast centered around design, creativity, and the search for authentic inspiration in woodworking and beyond, hosted by Paul Jasper, Erik Curtis, and Mary Tsai.

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Artwork for Woodworking is BULLSHIT!

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Recent Guests

Julie Siglin
Executive Director of the Wharton Esherick Museum
Wharton Esherick Museum
Episode: Episode 62 - The Master Series: Wharton Esherick
Richard Findley
Absolute joy of a human and exceptional professional woodturner
Episode: Episode 60 - Novelty vs. Repetition: Which is better for BUSINESS vs. CONTENTMENT (w/ Richard Findley)
Sherry Pagoto
Clinical Psychologist and Professor at UConn
University of Connecticut
Episode: Episode 59 - The ADHD Brain: Friend AND Foe
Vic Tesolin
Woodworker, mentor, writer; former Veritas employee
Veritas, Rosewood Studio (education background)
Episode: Episode 57 - CUTTING THROUGH THE BULLSHIT (w/ Vic Tesolin)
Jet Tamburri
Accomplished tattoo artist from Philadelphia.
Episode: Episode 56 - The Art War: Is "community" a lie? (w/ Jet Tamburri)
Jimmy Diresta
Influential maker and content creator
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Episode: Episode 55 - Making, FAILING, and Becoming (w/ Jimmy Diresta & Bob Clagett)
Bob Clagett
Influential maker and podcaster
Making It Podcast
Episode: Episode 55 - Making, FAILING, and Becoming (w/ Jimmy Diresta & Bob Clagett)
Jeff Hein
Fine portrait artist and teacher with his own art school.
Hein Atelier
Episode: Episode 53 - Artistic Monogamy is Killing Your Soul (w/ Jeff Hein)
Dr. Trent Preszler
Author of Evergreen, PhD in horticultural biology, canoe builder, and professor at Cornell
Cornell University
Episode: Episode 52 - Evergreen: The Trees That Shaped America (w/ Dr. Trent Preszler)

Hosts

Paul Jasper
Host of the show, introduces topics and hosts segments; affiliated with Copper Pig Woodworking; frequently discusses design, craft culture, and business aspects.
Erik Curtis
Co-host who contributes woodworking perspective; plays a central role in episode planning and design discussions; known as a fine furniture maker and content creator.
Mary Tsai
Host and intro figure; involved in design discussions and hosting segments; mentioned as founder in intro.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • Excellent pod

    Great podcast that goes deep in exploring s verbal different facets of the craft. Not a pod about techniques, rather more of a philosophical discussion. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beer_Man
    United States5 months ago
  • Fake and Woke

    I only listened to episode 52. What a complete load of fake history. I am astounded at how stupid these 3 idiots are!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Neely1
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing Podcast!

    Love this podcast as it is about more than just woodworking, but life and meaning. I have listened to all 50 now 51 episodes multiple times as they tend to hit differently depending on what my life is like at the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H>ME
    United States6 months ago
  • Why so many Eric’s?

    Love the show and for years have thought about starting a YT channel but it seems like there’s already too many woodworkers named Eric. Do I need to change my name?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oopsmyeye
    United States9 months ago
  • I freaking love this podcast!!!

    I’m just going to keep this simple. You guys are the best! I have enjoyed every episode to date. Thank you for putting together a thought provoking podcast that actually motivates me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Modern Dutchman
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Varied guests and strong chemistry among hosts
Some listeners feel the discussions drift into philosophy; others love the deep dives
Thoughtful, substantive conversations that go beyond shop talk
A few reviews note tough but engaging critical takes and humor

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#16
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#121
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#193
France/Arts/Design
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#221
Germany/Arts/Design

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Episode 62 - The Master Series: Wharton Esherick
Q: Julie, how does the museum frame Esherick's legacy in the context of the Studio Furniture Movement and his influence on later designers?
She notes Esherick's early experimentation, collaboration with other artists, and the posthumous framing that positions him as a progenitor of the studio furniture movement, influencing figures like Nakashima and beyond, while emphasizing the role of gatekeepers and exhibition contexts in shaping legacy.
Episode 62 - The Master Series: Wharton Esherick
Q: Julie, why do you think Wharton Esherick became more popular after his death than during his life?
Julie explains that posthumous visibility grew as the museum professionalized and contextualized Esherick within the broader art history canon, increasing scholarship, and public access that wasn't available when the family ran things. The studio furniture movement's later framing also helped elevate his status and allow new generations to discover his work.
Episode 56 - The Art War: Is "community" a lie? (w/ Jet Tamburri)
Q: If I told you to share with me everything you know, would you do it?
Jet agrees knowledge sharing is crucial but insists it must be done carefully, highlighting the difference between sharing techniques and basic information.
Episode 56 - The Art War: Is "community" a lie? (w/ Jet Tamburri)
Q: Jet, tell us a little bit about, just tell us a little bit about you, how you got into tattooing and like a little bit of your experience and then tell us what you see about territorialism in the tattoo world.
Jet describes starting tattooing after being involved in graffiti and working at various shops. He highlights the territorial nature of tattoo artists and how knowledge sharing has been historically limited.
Episode 52 - Evergreen: The Trees That Shaped America (w/ Dr. Trent Preszler)
Q: What can we do to make things better as end users?
We can plant trees, support local tree farms, and aim for circularity in our purchasing decisions.

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A design-forward show that blends woodworking with philosophy, design theory, and personal storytelling. Across episodes, hosts and guests explore how craft intersects with creativity, business, and authentic living—from historical design movements and museum-level context to practical guidance on pricing, production, and mentoring. Recurring threads include debunking myths in woodworking, embracing failure as part of growth, and considering how identity, art, and design inform meaningful making. A standout element is the mix of ready-to-learn concepts (design elements, psychology, sustainability) with candid, sometimes humorous conversations that pull in broad cultural comparisons and real-world studio realities. Listeners who crave though... more

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