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A Maker's Podcast - AMP

By Stone and Sons Audio Show

DIY Projects, Content Creation, Community... This is an audio show where we talk woodworking, answer questions from the community, sometimes talk about the business side of online content, and even my kids join in from time to time. Should be fun!
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A Maker's Podcast - AMPJun 03, 2019

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Jun 03, 201921:28
Do What You Love - What is a Micro Influencer?

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
Previous Podcast Episode:

Episode 22: Working With Different Materials


Support the Show: Show your support in different ways https://stoneandsons.net/support/ 

Thanks for Listening!


Apr 26, 201945:31
Working with Different Materials

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!

Apr 01, 201924:48
Real Talk and WorkbenchCon

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!

Mar 01, 201925:38
Dust Collection and Sponsors

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!

Jan 31, 201929:06
New Tools

New Tools

E19 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/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!
Sep 27, 201823:35
Productivity and Goals

Productivity and Goals

E18 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/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!
Sep 01, 201822:16
Past Projects

Past Projects

E17 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/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!
Aug 03, 201827:09
Being In A Rut

Being In A Rut

E16 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/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!
Jul 27, 201824:45
Making Mistakes and Being Real

Making Mistakes and Being Real

E15 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/making-mistakes/

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!
Jul 13, 201823:32
Content Platforms and Why

Content Platforms and Why

E14 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/content-platforms/

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!
Jul 06, 201839:56
Learning New Things with Special Guest, My Oldest Son JT

Learning New Things with Special Guest, My Oldest Son JT

E13 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/learning-new-things/

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!
Jun 29, 201823:39
Project Materials

Project Materials

E12 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/project-material/

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!
Jun 22, 201826:29
What is a Maker?

What is a Maker?

E11 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/making-a-podcast/

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!
Jun 15, 201829:20
Making a Podcast and Live Stream

Making a Podcast and Live Stream

E10 Show Notes and Links: stoneandsons.net/making-a-podcast/

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!
Jun 09, 201830:19
Shop Organization

Shop Organization

Episode 9 (March 9, 2018)
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
Mar 10, 201818:15
WorkbenchCon Takeaways

WorkbenchCon Takeaways

Episode 8 (March 2, 2018)

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
Mar 05, 201825:12
When to Start Seeking Out Sponsorships - Caller Question

When to Start Seeking Out Sponsorships - Caller Question

Episode 7 (February 26, 2018)

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
Feb 26, 201812:52
Full Time Content Creator

Full Time Content Creator

Episode 6 (Thursday 15, 2018) Current State of the Shop - - Last week: Shop Layout. https://stoneandsons.net/woodworking-shop-layout/ - Next week: Starting on the Modular Shop Storage System Project coming up: - Modular Shop Storage System, Bunk Bed with Desk Special guest: JT, my seven year old, joins me on the Audio Show. Projects mentioned: - Drill bit holders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdQgQio2jK8&t=127s - Fidget spinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7lqvi3yYns Call In - Donny Carter, South Mississippi - How is the full time woodworking going? Any extra side gigs? - Check out Donny at The Greenworker Podcast: https://thegreenwoodworkerpodcast.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stoneandsonsworkshop Free mini guide: - 7 Proven Steps To Improve Your Time In The Shop: https://stoneandsons.net/improveyourshoptime/ Show Shout Out: - Rukus Woodshop at https://www.instagram.com/rukuswoodshop (Graphic designer, photographer, woodworker) Community On Air: Call in and
Feb 16, 201820:48
Balancing Project Ideas

Balancing Project Ideas

Episode 5 (Thursday, February 8nd 2018)

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!
Feb 08, 201819:04
Tools for YouTube?

Tools for YouTube?

Episode 4 (Friday, February 2nd 2018)

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!
Feb 02, 201817:15
Question from Wayne Brown, E3
Jan 25, 201815:39
Episode 2 - Guest Jay Bates

Episode 2 - Guest Jay Bates

We talk about the State of the Shop, projects, call Jay Bates, and explain ways to get on the show.
Jan 18, 201812:44
Introduction Episode, E1

Introduction Episode, E1

This is the first ever episode of the Stone and Sons Audio Show. I give a sneak peek into what you can expect from future episodes. Think of this show as a podcast with a twist... raw unedited audio with community engagement. The 2018 audio experience you don’t want to miss!
Jan 11, 201812:06