A Maker's Podcast - AMP
By Stone and Sons Audio Show
A Maker's Podcast - AMPJun 03, 2019
Taking Risks
In episode 24 we talk about Taking Risks.
Current State of the Shop:- Current project - Patio Tour
- Past project - Table saw fence caddy and dust hose support arm
- Side project - CNC projects
Topic of Discussion:- Main talking point
Taking Risk
- What scares us?
- Would those things have an impact on our lives if we acted?
- Where do you want to be in 5 years?
- Do something today towards that vision.
- Answer: Take a risk.
Links:
Ultimate Patio: https://youtu.be/3BcxnkldjsE
Dust Hose Support Arm and Fence Caddy: https://youtu.be/uZxmn7OhrPU
You can find me and everything about Stone and Sons at stoneandsons.net
Stone and Sons Projects: https://stoneandsons.net/blog/
Previous Podcast Episode:Episode 23: https://stoneandsons.net/do-what-you-love/
Support the Show: Show your support in different ways https://stoneandsons.net/support/ Thanks for Listening!
Do What You Love - What is a Micro Influencer?
In this episode we talk about making a living doing what you love. We also make a special announcement that you don't want to miss.
Full Show Notes: https://stoneandsons.net/do-what-you-love/
*Special Announcement:New podcast Hosted by Dylan with Woodbrew and myself, Shawn with Stone and Sons. We are delivering valuable information geared towards being a Micro Influencer. If this interest you, Sign Up Here to be notified when new episodes drop.
If you're looking to make extra money with social media, or planning to go full-time with your online business, or you just want to know how being an influencer works this is the podcast for you. Don't miss it!
Current State of the Shop:- Current project - Patio Tour (upcoming)
- Past project - patio pergola
- Side project - CNC projects
Upcoming Projects:
- Planned projects - Lean-to shed, landscaping, and dinning table
Recently Completed Projects: Patio Pergola Topic of Discussion:- Main talking point and guest Dylan with Woodbrew:
Making a Living Doing What You Love
- From hobby to monetizing
- When to jump full time (see my video “I Quit My Job To Be a Woodworker”)
- The journey from hobby to full-time to finding your groove
- Keeping up with the demands
- The future in content creation
Episode 22: Working With Different Materials
Support the Show: Show your support in different ways https://stoneandsons.net/support/
Thanks for Listening!
Working with Different Materials
E22 Show Notes and Links: https://stoneandsons.net/working-with-different-materials
In this episode I talk about my patio makeover and working with different materials.
Current State of the Shop: slab tables, outdoor slab coffee table and round slab side tables
Past projects: Live Edge Patio Bar and Pergola
Topic of Discussion: Working with different materials and outdoor patio makeover
Links mentioned-
Outdoor Kitchen: https://stoneandsons.net/outdoor-kitchen/
Support the Show: Show your support in different ways https://stoneandsons.net/support/
Previous Podcast Episode: Episode 21: https://stoneandsons.net/real-talk-workbenchcon/
Thanks for Listening!
Real Talk and WorkbenchCon
E21 Show Notes and Links: https://stoneandsons.net/real-talk-workbenchcon/
In this episode I talk about what I brought back from WorkbenchCon and the future for Stone and Sons
Current State of the Shop: – Current project – Pergola
Past projects – Dust Collection, Small Shop Miter Saw Station
Topic of Discussion: - Take-aways from WorkbenchCon 2019 and what's ahead for Stone and Sons
Links mentioned:
Fire pit - https://stoneandsons.net/diy-fire-pit/
Dust collection (budget friendly) - https://youtu.be/3YT0b8MNLT4
American Green Lights Coupon Code, STONEANDSONS (Get 10% OFF) - http://bit.ly/stone_americangreenlights
Support the Show: Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode: Episode 20: https://stoneandsons.net/episode20/
Thanks for Listening!
Dust Collection and Sponsors
E20 Show Notes and Links: https://stoneandsons.net/episode20/
In this episode I talk about good health in 2019 with dust collection, recent projects, and sponsorships.
Current State of the Shop:
– Current project – Dust Collection
– Past project – Outdoor Kitchen, Small Shop Miter Saw Station
Topic of Discussion:
- Dust Collection and Sponsors
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 19: https://stoneandsons.net/new-tools/
Thanks for Listening!
New Tools
In this episode I talk about new tools and the expenses that go along with getting new tools, is it worth it???
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project - Picket fence
- Past project - How to replace columns
- Side project - Dinning table
Topic of Discussion:
- New tools
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 18: stoneandsons.net/productivity-and-goals/
Thanks for Listening!
Productivity and Goals
In this episode I talk about new things developing with Stone and Sons Workshop in terms of productivity and goals.
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project - Outdoor Kitchen
- Past project - Shutters
- Side project - CNC projects
Topic of Discussion:
- Productivity and Goals
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 17: stoneandsons.net/past-projects/
Thanks for Listening!
Past Projects
In this episode I talk about my past 6 projects to wrap up the summer and some of the things I learned.
• Intro - 0:06
• Current State of the Shop - 0:44
• Patrons - 8:48
• Topic of Discussion - 9:25
• Wrap Up - 24:58
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project - Picket fence
- Past project - Shutters
- Side project - CNC projects
Topic of Discussion:
- Past Projects
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 16: stoneandsons.net/being-in-a-rut/
Thanks for Listening!
Being In A Rut
In this episode I talk about the struggles that I have faced after going full time and what it takes to overcome them.
• Intro - 0:08
• Current State of the Shop - 0:34
• Patrons - 5:13
• Topic of Discussion - 5:50
• Community On Air - 14:15
• Show Shout Out - 22:27
• Wrap Up - 23:28
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project - shutters and columns
- Past project - CNC sign making
- Side project - IGTV shop tour
Topic of Discussion:
- Being in a rut and unmotivated
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 16: stoneandsons.net/making-mistakes/
Thanks for Listening!
Making Mistakes and Being Real
In this episode I talk about making mistakes and being real with ourselves about who we are as makers, woodworkers, metalworkers, leatherworkers, or whatever we do.
• Intro - 0:08
• Current State of the Shop - 0:36
• Patrons - 7:29
• Topic of Discussion - 8:03
• Community On Air - 15:16
• Show Shout Out - 21:22
• Wrap Up - 22:30
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project - Shop Tour video series for IGTV
Topic of Discussion:
- Making mistakes on a project, but also being real about it.
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 14: stoneandsons.net/content-platforms/
I Quit My Job To Be A Woodworker video: youtu.be/0cs7Ksqxd0U
Thanks for Listening!
Content Platforms and Why
In this episode I talk about the different content platforms I use and why. Not only for my reference and content library, but to give content consumers a better idea where I post.
• Intro - 0:08
• Current State of the Shop - 0:34
• Patrons - 7:33
• Topic of Discussion - 8:00
• Community On Air - 29:28
• Show Shout Out - 34:04
• Wrap Up - 35:57
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project: More shop organization, foam drawer inserts
Topic of Discussion:
- Main talking point: Content Platforms and Why
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Previous Podcast Episode:
Episode 13: stoneandsons.net/learning-new-things/
Thanks for Listening!
Learning New Things with Special Guest, My Oldest Son JT
In this episode my oldest son, JT, joins me on the podcast to talk about learning new things. His new adventure into the CNC world.
• Intro - 0:08
• Current State of the Shop - 1:10
• Patrons - 5:37
• Topic of Discussion - 6:04
• Challenge of the Week - 15:30
• Show Shout Out - 16:50
• Community On Air - 17:49
• Wrap Up - 22:18
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project: Table saw inserts
Upcoming Projects:
- Planned projects: Outdoor Patio Furniture
Topic of Discussion:
- Main talking point: Learning New Things
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Thanks for Listening!
Project Materials
Today’s Episode (with time stamps):
• Intro - 0:08
• Patrons - 0:53
• Current State of the Shop - 1:17
• Topic of Discussion - 6:40
• Community on Air - 17:56
• Show Shout Out - 21:15
• Wrap Up - 24:14
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project: CNC
Upcoming Projects:
- Planned projects: Outdoor Patio Furniture
Topic of Discussion:
- Main talking point: Project Material
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Thanks for Listening!
What is a Maker?
Today’s Episode (with time stamps):
• Intro - 0:08
• Current State of the Shop - 0:25
• Upcoming projects - 3:39
• Topic of Discussion - 4:38
• Challenge of the Week - 09:51
• Community on Air - 13:35
• Patreon Supporters - 26:14
• Show Shoutout - 26:46
• Wrap Up - 27:48
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project: VANITY PROJECT
- Side projects: CNC / received more parts to the CNC… waste board, rails, dust collection fitting and controller.
Upcoming Projects:
- Planned projects: OUTDOOR PATIO FURNITURE
Topic of Discussion:
- Main talking point: A Maker is one who Makes, Make is to Create and create is to produce or bring about by a course of action or behavior. Be your own maker. Make things the way you know how to. Learn new ways and BE CREATIVE.
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Thanks for Listening!
Making a Podcast and Live Stream
Today’s Episode (with time stamps):
• Intro - 0:08
• Current State of the Shop - 0:50
• Upcoming projects - 4:17
• Patreon Supporters - 4:51
• Topic of Discussion - 5:38
• Challenge of the Week - 18:00
• Community on Air - 20:14
• Show Shoutout - 28:13
• Wrap Up - 28:57
DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST AND LIVE STREAM CHECKLIST HERE: bit.ly/podcast_checklist
Current State of the Shop:
- Current project: VANITY PROJECT
- Side projects: CNC
Upcoming Projects:
- Planned projects: OUTDOOR PATIO FURNITURE
- Small projects: MAKING ROOM FOR THE CNC
Topic of Discussion:
- Main talking point: MAKING A PODCAST
Support the Show:
Show your support by becoming a Patron and receiving rewards in the process. www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop
Thanks for Listening!
Shop Organization
Current State of the Shop -
- Last week: Finished the Modular Shop Storage System: youtu.be/SMxXzwC-nb8
Plans: stoneandsons.net/shop/modular-shop-storage-system/
- Next week: Lumber Organization
Outfeed Assembly Table: stoneandsons.net/shop/outfeed-assembly-table/
YouTube channel: stoneas.ws/youtube
Project coming up:
- Bunk Bed with Desk, Table or island
Topic of discussion:
Shop Organization
7 Proven Steps to Improve Your Time in the Shop: stoneandsons.net/improveyourshoptime/
Show Shout Out:
- Rustic Grain Designs at www.instagram.com/rusticgraindesigns_tampa (Husband and wife team, woodworkers and mom and dad to 5 boys!!) Check them out on Instagram and their website at www.rusticgraindesigns.com
Community On Air:
Call in and leave a voicemail question stoneas.ws/audio (click for the call link)
- Name
- question
- website and Instagram handle
Podcast webpage: www.amakerspodcast.com
WorkbenchCon Takeaways
Current State of the Shop -
- Last week: Started the Modular Shop Storage System
- Next week: Finishing the Modular Shop Storage System build
YouTube channel: stoneas.ws/youtube
Project coming up:
- Bunk Bed with Desk, Lumber organization
Outfeed Assembly Table: stoneas.ws/outfeed
Topic of discussion:
WorkbenchCon.com
Made for Profit podcast:
Madeforprofit.com
Support:
Support us on Patreon: stoneas.ws/patreon
Project Plans: stoneas.ws/plans
Show Shout Out:
- Wes Willard at www.instagram.com/wesleyewillard (woodworker and outdoorsman) Check him out on Instagram and his website at wesleyewillard.com
Community On Air:
Call in and leave a voicemail question stoneas.ws/anchor
- Name
- question
- website and Instagram handle
My audio webpage: stoneas.ws/audio
My main YouTube channel: stoneas.ws/youtube1
My second YouTube channel: stoneas.ws/youtube2
Join the Stone and Sons Community: ht
When to Start Seeking Out Sponsorships - Caller Question
Current State of the Shop -
- Last week: Shop Layout. stoneas.ws/latest
- Next week: Starting on the Modular Shop Storage System build
SketchUp Course: stoneas.ws/sketchup
Project coming up:
- Modular Shop Storage System, Bunk Bed with Desk
Outfeed Assembly Table: stoneas.ws/outfeed
Call In
- Dustin Kallam with Northstar Workshop - When to start seeking out sponsorships?
Support us on Patreon: stoneas.ws/patreon
Show Shout Out:
- Worn Standard at www.instagram.com/wornstandard (killer cutting boards)
Community On Air:
Call in and leave a voicemail question stoneas.ws/anchor
- Name
- question
- website and Instagram handle
www.workbenchcon.com/
- Atlanta Feb 22-24 2018
My audio webpage: stoneas.ws/audio
My main YouTube channel: stoneas.ws/youtube
My second YouTube channel: stoneas.ws/youtube2
As always, you can find me and everything we do at stoneandsons.net
Thanks fo
Full Time Content Creator
Balancing Project Ideas
Current State of the Shop -
- Last week: rearranging a wood shop. stoneandsons.net/rearranging-a-woodworking-shop/
- Next week: Finishing up the shop rearrangement
Project coming up:
- Modular Storage System
Call from Grant Emmons, North Carolina - How do you balance making things for profit and for yourself or as gifts?
- Check out Grant on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ggemmons
7 Proven Steps To Improve Your Time In The Shop: stoneandsons.net/improveyourshoptime/
Show Shout Out:
- Dylan Ray at www.instagram.com/drayswoodshop (woodworker and content creator)
Community On Air:
Call in and leave a voicemail question anchor.fm/stoneandsonsworkshop
- Name
- question
- website and Instagram handle
www.workbenchcon.com/
- Atlanta Feb 22-24 2018
My audio webpage: stoneandsons.net/audio/
Thanks for listening!
Tools for YouTube?
Current State of the Shop -
- Last week: finished up mounting the leg vise and making the dovetail wedge; stoneandsons.net/installing-a-leg-vise/
- Next week: removing the old 2x4 workbench
Call from Robert (Dallas, TX) - What tools are needed to start making youtube videos?
Show shout out:
- Munson Brothers at www.instagram.com/munsonandbrothers (beard oil, beard balm, shave kits)
- Wes Willard at www.instagram.com/wesleyewillard (woodworker and outdoorsman)
- Cammie’s Garage at www.instagram.com/cammiesgarage (draws caricatures)
Call in and leave a voicemail question anchor.fm/stoneandsonsworkshop
- Name
- question
- website and Instagram handle
www.workbenchcon.com/
- Atlanta Feb 22-24 2018
My audio webpage: stoneandsons.net/audio/
Thanks for listening!
Question from Wayne Brown, E3
Links mentioned in this episode:
My Outfeed/Assembly Table:
stoneandsons.net/outfeed-assembly-table-part-3-the-tour/
My Anchor station
anchor.fm/stoneandsonsworkshop
Stone and Sons Audio Show website:
stoneandsons.net/audio/
Giveaway:
stoneandsons.net/free-stuff/
WorkbenchCon
www.WorkbenchCon.com