Another Woodshop Podcast

Episode 322:
Sponsored By:
Bits+Bits Co
Get your hands on the best bits in the business! With their proprietary AstraHP Coating that helps keep your bits cool and stay sharper, longer. Most orders ship the same business day if placed before 2:45 pm pacific. 
Use code “AWP” for 10% off your order!
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Find Greg Here:
https://www.instagram.com/garage.beard/
https://www.tiktok.com/@garage.beard
Summary:
In this episode of the Wood Shop Podcast, Braden and Dan welcome Greg from Garage Beard, who shares his journey of transforming his garage into a creative workspace and building a social media presence around woodworking. The conversation explores the importance of authenticity in branding, the challenges of woodworking projects, and the role of feedback in improving skills. Greg discusses his experiences with CNC machines and the aesthetic choices he made for his garage, emphasizing the need for a space that inspires creativity. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore various themes related to woodworking, social media, and the challenges of content creation. They discuss the local charm of Bellevue, the intricacies of using CNC machines, and the appeal of shop organization content. The conversation shifts to the dynamics of social media growth, the importance of community engagement, and the milestones achieved in content creation. They also touch on the balance between crafting quality projects and creating shareable content, concluding with practical tips for working with two by fours. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various woodworking and 3D printing topics, discussing custom cuts, innovative tools, and personal projects. They explore the challenges and solutions in woodworking, including the use of 3D printing technology and the latest equipment launches. The conversation also touches on personal updates and creative endeavors, highlighting the dynamic nature of the woodworking community. In this episode, the hosts discuss various themes including advancements in technology, personal career changes, the challenges of scaling a business, and the importance of community engagement. They also delve into the emotional aspects of gift-giving, particularly handmade creations, and how personal experiences shape these interactions. The conversation is filled with humor and insights, making it relatable for listeners interested in entrepreneurship and woodworking.
00:00 Introduction to Garage Beard and Its Creator
02:53 The Journey of Starting a Social Media Channel
05:48 The Importance of Feedback and Learning
09:00 Exploring the Garage and Its Aesthetic
12:02 The Role of CNC in Woodworking
14:59 Navigating the Challenges of Woodworking Projects
26:58 Exploring Bellevue: A Local Perspective
28:34 The CNC Journey: From Hobby to Craftsmanship
30:52 The Appeal of Shop Organization Content
32:42 Navigating Social Media as a Woodworker
34:43 Engagement and Community in Woodworking
39:49 Milestones and Growth in Content Creation
41:45 The Shift to Content-Driven Projects
46:34 Balancing Content Creation and Craftsmanship
52:56 Tips for Working with Two by Fours
54:03 Custom Cuts and Creative Solutions
56:04 3D Printing Innovations
60:18 Tilted Printing Beds and New Technologies
61:26 New Tools and Equipment Launches
70:53 Weekly Updates and Personal Projects
79:49 Exciting Developments in Technology
81:05 Scaling Challenges and Career Changes
82:10 Taking the Leap: Resignation and New Opportunities
84:05 Risk Management in Business
86:21 Onboarding New Manufacturing Lines
88:29 Listener Questions and Community Engagement
96:33 Gift Giving and Handmade Creations
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Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danieldunlap.woodworks/ 
https://www.youtube.com/danieldunlap  
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ddwwstore 
Braden:
https://www.instagram.com/littlebugwoodworking/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@littlebugwoodworking 
https://littlebugwoodworking.com/
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Episode 321
Sponsored by:
Onefinity CNC:
The industry standard for at home production CNCs. 
Ball screw and linear rail construction - No belts
Compatible with all popular software, 15 minute setup, infinitely upgradable, and world class tech support!
And its made in Canada. Which means Maple Glazed Rails!
One Machine - Infinite possibilities
Use the link below to order:
https://www.onefinitycnc.com/?ref=AWP or https://twofnitycnc.com
WTB Woodworking
Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your woodworking needs! 
In store specials, Giveaways, custom wood milling, and more!
Huntingdon Valley PA Store now open!
Enter the monthly giveaway by going to:
https://www.wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway 
Special Guest:
Logan Newman
Book HERE <--
https://www.newmanspecials.com/
https://www.instagram.com/newmanspecialswoodwork
Teacher, woodworker, and author Logan Newman joins hosts Braden and Dan to discuss his first published woodworking book, a beginner’s guide to routers built from two decades of hands-on experience. He explains the book’s nine router jigs and three projects, the demanding process of writing and photographing it, and how demonstrating his small-shop tools at a woodworking event turned into a busy sales booth. Dan, Braden, and Logan Newman trade maker-camp stories before getting into practical woodworking and maker-business conversations. Logan explains his simple shooting-board design and why buying time-saving jigs can be worthwhile, while the group covers Etsy’s AI policy, 3D-printer rumors, shipping furniture safely, and managing orders that aren’t worth the effort. Braden, Dan, and Logan Newman wrap up a nearly two-hour woodworking and small-business conversation with shop updates, product talk, and listener questions. They recount Dan’s frustrating tire-ordering saga, discuss Braden’s CNC expansion and controller upgrade, and share practical advice on glue, saw blades, and shop equipment.
Chapters
00:00 Meet Logan Newman, teacher, maker, and router-book author
10:42 From a first Harbor Freight router to a woodworking business
14:32 The book deal, missed deadlines, and a $1,500 advance
19:28 The surprisingly hard work of photographing every step
22:13 Why Newman wrote a beginner’s guide, not advanced tips
25:19 Trim routers, the book’s odd photo, and reviewer feedback
30:50 Editing, endorsements, and the pride of holding the finished book
38:12 Selling router jigs at woodworking events
43:21 Maker Camp stories, daughter visits, and karaoke-night chaos
47:30 Maker Camp memories and the karaoke set list
48:43 Logan’s simple shooting-board design
51:11 Turning a useful jig into a flat-pack product
53:37 Buying jigs to save valuable shop time
56:39 Practical plywood jigs versus heirloom shop tools
01:00:07 Etsy’s updated rules for AI-generated listings
01:02:59 A reported Bambu Lab nine-tool-head printer
01:05:55 Flashforge, multi-tool printers, and stand testing
01:11:26 Logan’s bench, restaurant sign, and other shop orders
01:15:48 Dan’s table shipping system and protective packaging
01:20:12 Customer questions, cancellations, and shop boundaries
01:22:27 Pricing small products and deciding which orders to keep
01:24:44 How Dan’s sales changed after raising prices
01:24:54 Price increases, a car breakdown, and the tire-ordering mistake
01:30:06 Dan’s customer-service escalation and the wrong-size tire saga
01:35:09 Walmart tires, Uline packaging, and a busy sales week
01:39:24 Braden’s CNC file conversions and the Redline controller upgrade
01:42:01 Redline versus Masso: usability and wireless file transfer
01:44:01 Planning a 4-by-8 CNC and making room in the shop
01:47:49 The full-time woodworking agreement and listener questions
01:49:29 Glue over stain: what works once the finish cures
01:51:26 Miter-saw blade advice and Mitch’s spectacular tool mishap
01:56:05 Sponsors, patrons, and the show’s closing thanks
Please consider becoming a patron of our show!
http://ILOVEAWP.com
Podcast:
https://www.instagram.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast/
https://www.youtube.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast 
https://www.etsy.com/shop/awpstore 
Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danieldunlap.woodworks/ 
https://www.youtube.com/danieldunlap  
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ddwwstore 
Braden:
https://www.instagram.com/littlebugwoodworking/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@littlebugwoodworking 
https://littlebugwoodworking.com/
Support the show

Sponsored By:
Bits+Bits Co
Get your hands on the best bits in the business! With their proprietary AstraHP Coating that helps keep your bits cool and stay sharper, longer. Most orders ship the same business day if placed before 2:45 pm pacific. 
Use code “AWP” for 10% off your order!
https://bitsbits.com/
WTB Woodworking
Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your woodworking needs! 
In store specials, Giveaways, custom wood milling, and more!
Huntingdon Valley PA Store now open!
Enter the monthly giveaway by going to:
https://www.wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway
Special Guest:
Sophia Conley
https://www.instagram.com/malevolentleather/
https://www.malevolentleather.com/shop
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
09:39 Meet Sophia Conley: The Functional Artist
20:24 Sophia's Journey into Leatherworking
25:29 Teaching at Maker Camp: Experiences and Insights
25:51 Creative Growth and Wood Turning Adventures
32:49 Community Connections and Personal Growth at Maker Camp
37:24 The Fake Wedding: A Celebration of Community
45:03 Reflections on Maker Camp's Success and Future
47:22 Looking Ahead: The Future of Maker Camp
47:48 Planning for Next Year's Maker Camp
50:08 Creating a Supportive Environment for New Attendees
51:37 Embracing the Chaos of Maker Camp
01:01:25 Sophia's Zion Residency Experience
01:08:19 The Importance of Art in Nature Conservation
01:11:51 The Power of Presence in Productivity
01:13:59 Navigating Pricing Strategies
01:16:22 Exploring New Marketplaces
01:18:22 Balancing Creativity and Deadlines
01:21:11 The Importance of Support Systems
01:25:00 Experiences at Maker Camp
Please consider becoming a patron of our show!
http://ILOVEAWP.com
Podcast:
https://www.instagram.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast/
https://www.youtube.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast 
https://www.etsy.com/shop/awpstore 
Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danieldunlap.woodworks/ 
https://www.youtube.com/danieldunlap  
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ddwwstore 
Braden:
https://www.instagram.com/littlebugwoodworking/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@littlebugwoodworking 
https://littlebugwoodworking.com/
Support the show

Episode 319:
Sponsored By:
Onefinity CNC:
The industry standard for at home production CNCs. 
Ball screw and linear rail construction - No belts
Compatible with all popular software, 15 minute setup, infinitely upgradable, and world class tech support!
And its made in Canada. Which means Maple Glazed Rails!
One Machine - Infinite possibilities
Use the link below to order:
https://www.twofinitycnc.com

00:00 Introduction and Life Updates
02:56 Patron Appreciation and VIP Benefits
05:47 Sponsorship and CNC Discussion
08:46 Travel Plans and Maker Camp Essentials
11:45 Maker Camp Preparations and Experiences
14:45 Dan's Table Projects and Challenges
28:08 The Struggles of Craftsmanship
29:50 Pricing Strategies and Business Growth
33:44 Tools and Techniques in Woodworking
47:44 Reflections on Aging and Health
50:46 Logistics and Order Management
52:40 Travel Plans and Scheduling Conflicts
54:49 Marketing and Product Promotion
57:45 Gift Ideas for the Holidays
01:05:49 Surviving the Robot Apocalypse
01:10:48 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

Please consider becoming a patron of our show!
http://ILOVEAWP.com
Podcast:
https://www.instagram.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast/
https://www.youtube.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast 
https://www.etsy.com/shop/awpstore 
Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danieldunlap.woodworks/ 
https://www.youtube.com/danieldunlap  
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ddwwstore 
Braden:
https://www.instagram.com/littlebugwoodworking/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@littlebugwoodworking 
https://littlebugwoodworking.com/
Support the show

Episode 318:
Sponsored by:
WTB Woodworking
Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your woodworking needs! 
In store specials, Giveaways, custom wood milling, and more!
Huntingdon Valley PA Store now open!
Enter the monthly giveaway by going to:
https://www.wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway
Bits+Bits Co
Get your hands on the best bits in the business! With their proprietary AstraHP Coating that helps keep your bits cool and stay sharper, longer. Most orders ship the same business day if placed before 2:45 pm pacific. 
Use code “AWP” for 10% off your order!
https://bitsbits.com/
00:00 Introduction and Texas Woodworking Festival Recap
05:34 Patreon and Community Engagement
11:42 Sponsorships and Promotions
17:44 Travel Adventures and Airport Anecdotes
23:49 Arrival in Austin and First Impressions
29:50 Navigating the Journey: A Comedic Misadventure
33:08 The Eclectic Airbnb Experience
36:21 Texas Woodworking Festival: A Unique Gathering
42:37 The Booth Experience: Networking and Sales
48:18 The Pinewood Derby: A Missed Opportunity
53:52 Creativity Award: Celebrating Young Talent
58:02 Pinewood Derby Highlights
59:46 Karaoke Night Adventures
01:01:44 Dinner and Social Gatherings
01:03:47 Morgan's Scooter Incident
01:10:15 Late Night Karaoke Fun
01:12:12 Reflections on the Weekend
01:16:46 What's on Our Benches?
01:29:12 The Chaos of Equipment Arrival
01:29:30 Upgrading the Workshop
01:33:20 The Benefits of a Vacuum Table
01:39:42 Preparing for Maker Camp
01:47:57 Evaluating Tool Investments
01:52:02 Scaling Production and Delegation
Please consider becoming a patron of our show!
http://ILOVEAWP.com
Podcast:
https://www.instagram.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast/
https://www.youtube.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast 
https://www.etsy.com/shop/awpstore 
Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danieldunlap.woodworks/ 
https://www.youtube.com/danieldunlap  
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ddwwstore 
Braden:
https://www.instagram.com/littlebugwoodworking/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@littlebugwoodworking 
https://littlebugwoodworking.com/
Support the show