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Makers Figuring It Out

Makers Figuring It Out

By Wolf Woodworking Creations and Native Son Wood Art

Are you new to the maker community? Are you a novice? Are you a veteran maker? Are you curious on how to get started in the community? This is the right place for you. On this show we will have guest makers that range from the seasoned maker to the newbie and everywhere in between. Every episode will be different and will have a topic based on our guest's expertise. We want to know what their experiences are and have been, when did they start? How did they start? What were their struggles? and many more questions and answers. So grab a drink and enjoy learning about this community with us.
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Ep25 - Leilany - Wildly Capable Carpentry

Makers Figuring It OutNov 13, 2020

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Ep 67 - Raise the Bar Challenge Results

Ep 67 - Raise the Bar Challenge Results

This week you will finally find out the results of the MFIO “Raise the Bar Challenge” also Steve has an announcement that you shouldn’t miss.

Thanks for listening!!!

Sep 09, 202132:17
ReRun - Ep 61 - Odin Abbott - Odin Makes
Sep 03, 202102:06:57
Ep 66 - Pam - Total Pamarchy

Ep 66 - Pam - Total Pamarchy

This week the boys host a newcomer to the maker community. They give their two cents in showing them the ropes. In their shop anarchy rules the day. This helps because they are a skill collector, dabbling in wood, epoxy, crocheting and is always willing to try new things. Their guest is the one and only Pam from Total Pamarchy. Maker shout outs: Northofthebordercraftworks Amy & Krysta builderchicks Dr Neil deGrasse-Tyson - @neildegrassetyson & @startalk To support the guys hit up their link tree site at linktr.ee/Makersfiguringitout. Sponsor the show, Buy them a coffee, “#getlathed” with some cool merch, or drop a review @MakersFiguringItOut@gmail.com.
Aug 27, 202101:51:34
Ep 65 - Tinneal Rowsome - Rowsome Design
Aug 20, 202101:36:34
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

The title says it all.
Aug 19, 202103:49
Ep 64 - Christy - Twisted Twine
Aug 13, 202101:49:35
Ep 63 - Caleb Harris - You Can Make This Too (YCMT2)
Aug 06, 202101:38:41
Ep 62 - Kit Cl3ver from Skill Tree
Jul 30, 202102:13:03
Ep 61 - Odin Abbott - Odin Makes
Jul 23, 202102:07:58
Ep 60 - Behind the Maker's Shop - Jacob Anguiano
Jul 16, 202101:37:45
Ep 59 - Marylou - Made by Marylou

Ep 59 - Marylou - Made by Marylou

This week the gents host a designer, singer, and story teller, they are a transplant from California to North Carolina, and has a hunger for learning.

Maker Shout Outs

Mark - @grumpywoodchucker

Tiff Marchand - @nightcarverdesigns

Kit Canidae - @kitcl3ver

Peter Lindgren - @peterlindgren1

CinemaNsin

Jul 09, 202101:41:31
Ep 58 - Brandy Aube' - Aube' Studio

Ep 58 - Brandy Aube' - Aube' Studio

Well, Steve's mic was a little off and Jacob decided that his real job took precedence over the podcast. They did find a special co-host from Make for Life Workshop, the one and only Ben Niemann. Back to business, the guy's guest hails from the great state of Louisiana, they are a true Cajun and has the last name to prove it, they are married with one son, they own their own metal shop, and Dickies overalls need to sponsor them. 

Jul 02, 202101:52:24
Ep 57 - A discussion about chasing perfection
Jun 25, 202101:20:46
Ep 56 - AJ & Melissa - A&M Woodworks
Jun 18, 202101:52:57
Ep 55 - Jeff Stein - A Weird Guy
Jun 11, 202101:21:28
Ep 54 - Bruce A Ulrich - Bru Daddy
Jun 04, 202101:33:41
Ep 53 - How we podcast

Ep 53 - How we podcast

This week the boys describe their techniques on producing this podcast. They will give you a behind scene tour of their techniques, editing, and software.

To support the guys hit up their link tree site at linktr.ee/Makersfiguringitout. Sponsor the show, Buy them a coffee, “#getlathed” with some cool merch, or drop a review @MakersFiguringItOut@gmail.com.

Maker Shout out:

Kit Cl3ver - Skill Tree - @kitcl3ver

Steve Ramsey – WWMM - @steveramsey_wwmm

May 28, 202101:30:39
Ep 52 - How Jacob met his Girlfriend

Ep 52 - How Jacob met his Girlfriend

They made it!!!!!

6000 Downloads and 1 full year of podcasting!!!

The guys celebrate the 52ndairing of the podcast!!!

Steve surprises Jacob with a Thank You gift, with the help of some of their guests, and finds a new toy and uses it (maybe too much) but it’s definitely different.  Jacob tells the back story of this show, Makers Town Hall, and how Jacob came to be part of the show.  Then something weird happens?!?!?!  After which Jacob regales us with the tale of how he met his girlfriend and a bonus story, it’s steamy.  All this plus you’ll hear from some of their past guests.

To support the guys hit up their link tree site at linktr.ee/Makersfiguringitout. Sponsor the show, Buy them a coffee, “#getlathed” with some cool merch, or drop a review @MakersFiguringItOut@gmail.com.

Maker Shout out:

Makers Figuring It Out

Thanks to all our guests!!!!

Season 1: 27 May 2020- 21 May 2021

Ep 1 - Bruce Ulrich - @brudady

Ep 2 - Vince Ferrari - @handmadebyvincentferrari

Ep 3 - Ethan Carter - @EthanCarterDesigns – 6*

Ep 4 - Nick - @BuildDadBuild – 9*

Ep 5 - Justin - @BearMaked

Ep 7 - Nick Ferry @nickferrybuilds

Ep 8 - Jennie & Davis @jennieanddavis – 1*

Ep 9 - Drew Fisher - Fisher’s Shop @fishersshop

Ep 10 - Morley Kurt @Morley Kurt

Ep 12 - Rob -@Make Things with Rob

Ep 13 - Brett Ratner @makerscatchall – 2*

Ep 14 - Kit Cl3ver - Skill Tree – 8*

Ep 15 - Bart Komar - @KomarProject

Ep 17 - Vincent Ferrari II - @handmadebyvincentferrari

Ep 19 - Justin II - @BearMaked

Ep 20 - Dean Duplantis – @Dean_Duplantis

Ep22 - The Grant Alexander @the_Grant_Alexander

Ep 23 - Marian Ward - @ creativewardgallery

Ep 24 - Ethan Carter II - @eCarterDesigns

Ep 25 - Leilany – @Wildly_Capable_Carpentry

Ep 26 - Cory and Jessica - @Make_Shape_Create

Ep 34 - Ben Niemann - @MakeforLifeWorkshop.

Ep 35 - Jason Knight - Knight Forged Studio

EP 36 - Austin - @ highcalibercraftsmanbuilds

Ep 37 - Anne of All Trades - @AnneofAllTrades – 3*

Ep 38 - Dave - New Orleans Laser Works @ NOLALaser

Ep 40 - Scott Oram - Dad It Yourself DIY – 5*

Ep 41 - Steve Ramsey – Woodworking for Mere Mortals - @ steveramsey_wwmm

Ep 42 – David & Family - First Due Wood Works firstduewoodworks – 7*

Ep 43 - Jake Thompson - Northside Custom Crafts - @ jake_thompson670

Ep 44 – Mitch & Jackson - NOLA Works LLC - @NOLAWorksLLC

Ep45 - Emmett - Dead Rise Wood Craft – DeadRiseWoodCraft – 4*

Ep46 - Tony Langer - Langer Works - @Langer Works

Ep47 - Matt Bay - @OldManBaySigns

Ep48 - Sam Wilkinson - @SamWilkinsonMakes – 10*

Ep49 - Char - @WoodenMaven

Ep50 - Alan – ACNailedIt – 11*

*Order of guests heard from

May 21, 202101:42:05
Ep 51 - A Year in Review

Ep 51 - A Year in Review

This week it’s just the guys recapping a wonderful first year for the pod cast.

To support the guys hit up their link tree site at linktr.ee/Makersfiguringitout. Sponsor the show, Buy them a coffee, “#getlathed” with some cool merch, or drop a review @MakersFiguringItOut@gmail.com.

May 14, 202101:32:39
Ep 50 - Allen - AC Nails It

Ep 50 - Allen - AC Nails It

Our guest this week hails from the great state of SW Virginia, they are a woodworker/ tinkerer by night and an engineer by day, they've made many mallets and received one that I made for them and they just got hitched.


To support the guys hit up their link tree site at linktr.ee/Makersfiguringitout. Sponsor the show, Buy them a coffee, “#getlathed” with some cool merch, or drop the a review @MakersFiguringItOut@gmail.com.

Maker Shout out:

Irby woodworks @irbywoodworks

Puddle Pirate Projects @puddlepirateprojects

May 07, 202101:37:50
Ep 49 - Char Miller-King - The Wooden Maven
Apr 30, 202101:30:46
Ep 48 - Sam Wilkinson
Apr 23, 202101:48:60
Ep 47 - Matt Bay - Old Man Bay Signs
Apr 16, 202101:36:33
Ep 46 - Tony Langer - Langer Works
Apr 09, 202101:39:34
Ep 45 - Emmett - Dead Rise Wood Craft
Apr 02, 202101:28:40
Ep 44 - Mitch & Jackson - NOLA Works LLC
Mar 26, 202101:45:22
Ep 43 - Jake Thompson - Northside Custom Crafts
Mar 19, 202101:31:20
Ep 42 - David - First Due Wood Works
Mar 12, 202101:39:52
EP 41 - Steve Ramsey - Woodworking for Mere Mortals

EP 41 - Steve Ramsey - Woodworking for Mere Mortals

On this week’s episode the boys host one of the first YouTube maker sensation Steve Ramsey from Wookdworking for Mere Mortals.  You will hear the guys kissing butt, what inspired Steve to make a video a day during the lockdown, why he made the parody video that is sooo true to life, who is Steve Ramsey’s celebrity crush, and so much more.

Maker Shout out:
Jolien Brebels @ creatiedroom
Justin Oeffler @bearmaked
Lindsay & Chris @teambalmert

Makers Mentioned
@BecauseWeMake
@Fishersshop
@makeforlifeworkshop
@samwilkinsonmakes

Mar 06, 202101:22:35
Ep 40 - Scott Oram - Dad It Yourself DIY

Ep 40 - Scott Oram - Dad It Yourself DIY

On this week’s episode the boys host US Navy sailor retired Scott Oram. You will learn about why Scott’s shop is decorated in Ryobi green, how he become a handy man, and who inspired him to become a Youtube sensation and, as always, how Scott met his bride.

Maker Shout out:

Sarah   Listi @toolgirlsgarage

Sean   Marks @madewithmarks

Morley   Kert @MorleyKert

Makers Mentioned

@We made a Thing

@Fishersshop

@fixthisbuildthat

@ILiketomakestuff

Feb 26, 202101:51:47
Ep 39 - Steve and Jacob

Ep 39 - Steve and Jacob

This week the boys host themselves. They discuss their loyal listeners and how grateful they are to have them.  They also give you a peek at their stats for the show and who has climbed to the top episodes. 

Maker Shout out:

David Picciuto @ makesomethingtv;

Lindsay Murphy @lindsay_creative

Makers Mentioned

@jbecausewemake

@buymeacoffee

@handmadebyvincentferrari

@ethancarterdesigns

@dean_duplantis

@highcalibercraftsmanbuilds


Feb 19, 202101:21:03
Ep 38 - Dave - New Orleans Laser Works

Ep 38 - Dave - New Orleans Laser Works

On this week’s episode the boys entertain Dave from New Orleans Laser Works. We learned what exactly Marti Gras is and what it means in French. Hint: It happens on a Tuesday and people tend to over eat. We also will learn how Dave got his start, why N.O.LA. is so fantastic, how the virus affected his business and what changes were made and how Dave met his bride.

Maker Shout out:

Robert Klose @ robert_klose_laser_art;

Nola works @nolaworksllc, Jeff Stein @aweirdguy;

Podcast Because We Make @becausewemake

Makers Mentioned

@jackman_works

@morleykert

@firstduewoodworks

@dean_duplantis

@brudaddy

@highcalibercraftsmanbuilds

@jaybates86

Feb 12, 202101:46:39
Ep 37 - Anne of All Trades

Ep 37 - Anne of All Trades

On this week’s episode Steve is in awe and feels “he’s not worthy” because the very talented and always smiling Anne of All Trades is on the show. You will hear about “milk dud”, the goat not the candy, Anne’s very interesting younger years, a sideways moon, if it’s tough to be a woman in a male dominate field, and many other things. So charge up your ear buds and be safe in the shop while listening to this episode.

Maker Shout out:

Kate St.Cyr @ themoderndaysettler, Bob @ bobswoodstuff, and Justin Oeffler @ bearmaked

Makers Mentioned

@saints

@pelicansnba

@squarespace

Feb 05, 202101:54:58
EP 36 - Austin - High Caliber Craftsman

EP 36 - Austin - High Caliber Craftsman

This week the guys host Austin for High Caliber Craftsman. You will hear discussions about how Austin got started, where he was and where his business is going, making “High Caliber” pens, what the heck is anodizing and phone etiquette of the past. He’s another great maker and person, so don’t miss this show.

Maker Shout out:

Ethan Carter @ EthanCarterDesigns, Scott D Oram @DadItYourselfDIY, and Stephanie @UncommonOutpost

Makers Mentioned

@Fishersshop

@handmakebyvincentferrari

@JayBates86

@onlinemetals

@resinandwoodworld

@drybarcomedy

Jan 29, 202101:30:40
EP 35 - Jason Knight - Knight Forged Studio

EP 35 - Jason Knight - Knight Forged Studio

This week we host Master Blade Smith, entrepreneur, maker, and TV personality Jason Knight from www.KnightForgedStudio.com. Steve tells the truth about not knowing jack about blade smithing. Jacob and Jason bond over Japan and tattoos. This is a can’t miss show, so don’t miss it, download now, you will not be sorry.

Maker Shout out:

Tiare @ DeadlyDapperDesign, Mareko @Mareko Maunasi, Austin @HighCaliberCraftsman, and Bart Komar @komarproject

Makers Mentioned

@steveramsey_wwmm and @steadycraftin

Jan 22, 202101:49:06
Ep 34 - Ben Niemann - Make for Life Workshop.

Ep 34 - Ben Niemann - Make for Life Workshop.

This week Jacob talks with Ben Niemann from MakeForLifeWorkshop and Steve is on sabbatical this week, our regular listeners will understand. Jacob got a new tool and says that YouTube is “Easy”.
Maker Shout out:
@MattVogtCustomBlades, @kirkmanoriginal, @OtherDogDesign
Jan 15, 202101:37:28
Ep 33 - New Year same Great Show

Ep 33 - New Year same Great Show

This week is our first episode for 2021 and the first one since our holiday break. Jacob and Steve fill you in on how Steve’s move to Pennsylvania went, how things are progressing with his battle with depression, and how his Dad is adjusting to moving in with Steve. Jacob hints on a future TV star guest to appear on the show and some wonderful changes that will be coming in the future. Steve gets a little emotional from a listeners special comment and video mention.
Maker Shout out:
David @FirstDueWoodWorks and Ben @MakeForLifeWorkShop
Makers Mentioned
@WeBuildAThing, @uncommonoutpost, @TwistedTwine, @creativeWardGallery
Devin Reynolds address
Cumberland Hospital
C/O Devin Reynolds
Unit # 2
9407 Cumberland Rd
New Kent VA 23124
Jan 08, 202101:22:23
Ep 32 - Rerun - Cory and Jessica - Make Shape Create

Ep 32 - Rerun - Cory and Jessica - Make Shape Create

Since the holidays are fast approaching and as well as my move to Pennsylvania we have decided to take a holiday break. Taking a queue from TV we figured we'd play a few of our old show prior to the rebranding. We will be back after the New Year. We wish you all the best the holiday season can bring you and yours. We appreciate your listenership and we look forward putting 2020 behind us and look to a better 2021. Thanks and Happy Holidays Steve and Jacob.
Jan 01, 202101:31:57
Ep 31 - Rerun - Jennie and Davis

Ep 31 - Rerun - Jennie and Davis

Since the holidays are fast approaching and as well as my move to Pennsylvania we have decided to take a holiday break. Taking a queue from TV we figured we'd play a few of our old show prior to the rebranding. We will be back after the New Year. We wish you all the best the holiday season can bring you and yours. We appreciate your listenership and we look forward putting 2020 behind us and look to a better 2021. Thanks and Happy Holidays Steve and Jacob.
Dec 25, 202001:25:49
Ep 30 - Rerun - Meet the Hosts

Ep 30 - Rerun - Meet the Hosts

Since the holidays are fast approaching and as well as my move to Pennsylvania we have decided to take a holiday break. Taking a queue from TV we figured we'd play a few of our old show prior to the rebranding. We will be back after the New Year. We wish you all the best the holiday season can bring you and yours. We appreciate your listenership and we look forward putting 2020 behind us and look to a better 2021.
Thanks and Happy Holidays
Steve and Jacob.
Dec 18, 202001:35:43
Ep 29 - Rerun - Morley Kurt

Ep 29 - Rerun - Morley Kurt

Since the holidays are fast approaching and as well as my move to Pennsylvania we have decided to take a holiday break.  Taking a queue from TV we figured we'd play a few of our old show prior to the rebranding.  We will be back after the New Year.  We wish you all the best the holiday season can bring you and yours.  We appreciate your listenership and we look forward putting 2020 behind us and look to a better 2021.

Thanks and Happy Holidays

Steve and Jacob.

Dec 11, 202001:27:57
Ep 28 - Rerun Nick - Build Dad Build

Ep 28 - Rerun Nick - Build Dad Build

Since the holidays are fast approaching and as well as my move to Pennsylvania we have decided to take a holiday break. Taking a queue from TV we figured we'd play a few of our old show prior to the rebranding. We will be back after the New Year. We wish you all the best the holiday season can bring you and yours. We appreciate your listenership and we look forward putting 2020 behind us and look to a better 2021.
Thanks and Happy Holidays
Steve and Jacob.
Dec 04, 202001:29:57
Ep 27 - Rerun - Episode 9

Ep 27 - Rerun - Episode 9

Since the holidays are fast approaching and as well as my move to Pennsylvania we have decided to take a holiday break. Taking a queue from TV we figured we'd play a few of our old show prior to the rebranding. We will be back after the New Year. We wish you all the best the holiday season can bring you and yours. We appreciate your listenership and we look forward putting 2020 behind us and look to a better 2021.
Thanks and Happy Holidays
Steve and Jacob.
Nov 27, 202001:46:22
Ep 26 - Cory and Jessica - Make Shape Create

Ep 26 - Cory and Jessica - Make Shape Create

This week we are talking with Cory and Jessica from @Make_Shape_Create. Come along with Jacob and Steve as they learn more about this amazing creative duo from making a roll top desk to a mini Bat Signal. Find out how these two got stated making and how they came to be.

Maker Shout out:  @WeBuildAThing, @uncommonoutpost, @gehajdukcreations

Makers Mentioned:

   @makingitpodcast

   @madeforprofit

   @iliketomakestuff

   @evanandkatelyn

Nov 20, 202001:31:57
Ep25 - Leilany - Wildly Capable Carpentry

Ep25 - Leilany - Wildly Capable Carpentry

This week we are talking with new comer, 7 months new, and soon to be maker superstar Leilany (@wildly_capable_carpentry). We discuss her transformation from corporate worker to sawdust wrangler. She tells us her about inspiration and motivation, it’s not your normal story, but has a happy twist that leads her to the community.
Maker Shout out: @
seaman_custom_builds, @teambalmert, @johnkuiphoff
Makers Mentioned
@iliketomakestuff
@bearmaked
@handmadebyvincentfarrari
@tsbdcchatt
Nov 13, 202001:31:48
Ep24 - Ethan Carter II

Ep24 - Ethan Carter II

Once again Steve is MIA while dealing with moving and other problems, so Jacob will be going solo this week.  This week it's Ethan Carter from Ethan Carter Designs check out the wonderful conversation between these two superb makers.

Nov 06, 202001:37:18
Ep23 - Marian Ward

Ep23 - Marian Ward

With all the gracious support that our guest tonight has shown us from the very beginning there is no way that we couldn't invite her on for a spell.  We talk about who and where does Marian's inspirations arise from.  Here's a guess "Happy Little Accident". Join us as we delve into the world of The Ward Gallery.


Maker Shoutouts

Bruce A Ulrich @brudady, Justin @ BearMaked, Bridget @beehamler_uniqueboutique


Oct 29, 202001:25:20
Ep22 - The Grant Alexander

Ep22 - The Grant Alexander

This week we are discussing the in’s and out’s of podcasting with our guest Grant from @the_grant_alexander


Maker Shout out: @binks_wood_shop, @troythemaker, and @wildly_capable_carpentry


Makers Mentioned

@davidszweduik

@brudaddy

@handmadebyvincentfarrari

@peterbrownwastaken

@makermackey

@MorleyKert

@CreativeWardGallery

@komarproject

Oct 23, 202001:32:51
Ep21 - 20 episodes in the can

Ep21 - 20 episodes in the can

WARNING! Serious Topic ahead. On this episode we celebrate our 20th show and our 1000 downloads. Then we get serious on the topic of dealing with depression. We discuss my battles with depression and how I am figuring myself out.
Maker Shout Out: @DadCaveCreations and @BareFootFinn
Maker Mention:
@handmadebyvincentferrari
Oct 16, 202055:34
Ep20 - Dean Duplantis

Ep20 - Dean Duplantis

To be honest friends I have no clue what went on during this episode since I was unfortunately absent from the recording and we had a technical SNAFU. So sit back and enjoy Jacob's first solo run, I know I will it will be great.
Oct 09, 202001:23:09