ShopNotes Podcast

Join us every week for woodworking inspiration and fun. Hosts John Doyle, Logan Wittmer, and Phil Huber from Woodsmith magazine share what they're working on, lessons learned, shop stories, and behind-the-scenes news at Woodsmith. Be on the lookout for special interviews and answers to listener questions. Thanks for listening!


Episode Details

ShopNotes 119 — Skirtin' That Explicit Label One More Time

ShopNotes 119 — Skirtin' That Explicit Label One More Time

Must-have shop tools and accessories for under $10. Read More

ShopNotes 120 — Global War on Table Saws

ShopNotes 120 — Global War on Table Saws

Table saws can do many things for woodworkers. But they may not be essentials tools for everyone. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 118 — Did We Mention Good Lighting?

ShopNotes Podcast 118 — Did We Mention Good Lighting?

Things to consider when setting up a workshop. Read More

ShopNotes 117 — The Shape of Our Shop

ShopNotes 117 — The Shape of Our Shop

Even if you have a workshop, talking about setting up shop is fun ... and useful. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 116 — Bias Toward Expedited Joinery

ShopNotes Podcast 116 — Bias Toward Expedited Joinery

Learn about choosing the joinery method for projects. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast Episode 114 - Wet Crocs and Soggy JNCO Jeans

ShopNotes Podcast Episode 114 - Wet Crocs and Soggy JNCO Jeans

With the weather warming, it's time to clean shop and flip to summer mode. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 113 — Spittin' Out Hex Extrus...

ShopNotes Podcast 113 — Spittin' Out Hex Extrus...

Check in with John's shop clean up and talk about old tools and more. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 112 — An Official Apology to John's Mom

ShopNotes Podcast 112 — An Official Apology to John's Mom

Thoughts on rescuing, reusing, and repairing furniture. And an update on John's 30-day challenge. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 111 — 465 Things to Go

ShopNotes Podcast 111 — 465 Things to Go

A rousing discussion on setting up and working in a shared space. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 109 — Find Someone Who's a Sawyer

ShopNotes Podcast 109 — Find Someone Who's a Sawyer

The team discusses the finer details of workshop life: tool storage, workbenches, sharpening ... and sawmilling (of course). Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 108 — Special Guest, Mike Pekovich

ShopNotes Podcast 108 — Special Guest, Mike Pekovich

Mike talks about design, woodworking skills, and his books. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 107 — You May as Well Weld it at 90

ShopNotes Podcast 107 — You May as Well Weld it at 90

Some tool setting you just don't mess with. Read More

ShopNotes Podacst 106 — Special Guest Brent Hull

ShopNotes Podacst 106 — Special Guest Brent Hull

Housebuilder and Historic Millwork guru Brent Hull joins John and Phil to talk woodworking, history, houses, and more. Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 105 — We're Pretty Cool Guys

ShopNotes Podcast 105 — We're Pretty Cool Guys

Taking care of outdoor projects Read More

ShopNotes Podcast 104 — Practice What?

ShopNotes Podcast 104 — Practice What?

Developing woodworking skills requires the right kind of practice — and play. Read More