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Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto

Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto

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522: Koo Koo Koogley

Apr 17, 20261h 0m

521: Excited For The Future of My Chickens

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about whether we should revisit old work… If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Ripping his past self off by making a lampshade David Picciuto Had a meltdown about the coasters Bob Clagett Designed….. drawers. Links: Andy Kleins Domino killer What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: 10k per tree / Why Everyone is Obsessed with This $10k Eames Chair Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Insane Forbidden Knowledge…....

Apr 3, 20261h 3m

520: They're Plywood, Don't Tell Anybody...

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about our place in a world of ai generated video and art. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Travelled to Alabama for a meetup with Papa Chad David Picciuto Made a set of coasters and almost ruined them Bob Clagett Trying out concrete casting, got concrete in his eye Links: Benchmark Fine woodworking What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Gawk Productions / Interwoven (bronze octopus) Jimmy’s Pick...

Mar 27, 20261h 16m

519: Eel Fork Hands

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about subconscious problem solving and owning their creative ideas. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Making “cast iron” brackets out of wood David Picciuto Lost power for several days Bob Clagett Got power to the pool house, has a very exciting sponsorships coming up What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Corbin Dunn / Peter McKinnon Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Afroman Trial Bob’s Pick of the Week:...

Mar 20, 20261h 7m

518: Oh, I Can Let My Shoulders Down

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about previous “fixes” and how we fix them. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Still taking pottery classes, working on the tow truck crazy mechanism David Picciuto Working on the slab flattening jig Bob Clagett Hasn’t been working on much What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Creative Metal Forming Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Simone’s Fruit Bowl video Bob’s Pick of the Week: Matter of Time Special...

Mar 13, 20261h 8m

517: Imagine Making That Much Art

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about preflight checklists and exploring new things off camera. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on pottery, off camera David Picciuto Made a slab flattening jig for giant cookies Bob Clagett Added a light, gutters and working on a cedar privacy screen Links: Bob’s Default Parameters plugin What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: MartaSTL Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: CivicsMinute Bob’s Pick of the Week: LOG...

Mar 6, 20261h 3m

516: This Career is Like Magnet Fishing

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about video ideas that are terrible for video. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Made ice cleats, taking a pottery class David Picciuto Picciuto-fied an alarm clock Bob Clagett Finished up the metal die making video What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Rootkid Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Professor Dave Explains Bob’s Pick of the Week: Why Woodworking YouTube Feels Different Now Special thanks to all of...

Feb 27, 20261h 8m

515: I Heard You Like Spoil boards...

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being in our own way and perfection vs progress. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on...

Feb 20, 20261h 12m

514: It’ll Sit There Like a Treadmill

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about convenience and when to avoid it. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Planning to make a mailbox, working on the tow truck David Picciuto Remaking art from Goodwill Bob Clagett Working on siding for the pool house What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: We spent 4 years designing the perfect lid / The Sidewinder Knife Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: SCTV / The Daisy Factory Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brick Technology / HTX Studio Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Jeff Cooper Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Feb 6, 20261h 12m

513: Snow Day

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what to do on a snow day. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Did a metalworking class, working on manhole covers David Picciuto Recasing a VCR Bob Clagett Doing a bunch of little things that he never had time to do What we’re watching: Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Wintergatan Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Falcon Bench I Was Supposed to Build / Crafted Workshop Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Jeff Cooper Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Jan 30, 20261h 4m

512: Hurdle Me

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about dancing making like no one is watching. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on a new Onefinity CNC machine, MADE A JACKET! David Picciuto Released arrow lamp video Bob Clagett Custom painted Transformer, Soffit/ceiling What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: I Implore You To Make Dumb Art Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dan Barracuda Bob’s Pick of the Week: YouTube is Making This Impossible Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Jeff Cooper Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Jan 23, 20261h 9m

511: It HAS to Happen

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about passion and drive. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Hired an architect for the graveyard house, got a new CNC machine David Picciuto Working on the floor lamp, working with a new camera man Bob Clagett Finished up soffits and tongue and groove ceiling for the pool house What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Infinity Mirror Guitar Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: DTBFab Bob’s Pick of the Week: Tape Bowing Ensemble / Electric Harp Fan / Googly Eyes Gardener Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Corey Ward Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Jeff Cooper Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Jan 16, 20261h 0m

510: My Office is a Mess, My Head is a Mess… Everything’s a Mess

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ending and beginning a year… and what’s next. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Made some leather bags with feed bags for sides David Picciuto Getting organized, bringing in a helper Bob Clagett Did nothing. Like, nothing. What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Jemmy Gildian – Making a Couch Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Beast in Me / Cornelius Bob’s Pick of the Week: Urgency Zones / A Chaotic Guide to Making Anything / MD Fish Tanks Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon

Jan 9, 20261h 5m

509: I Flippity Doo’d It

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things to come. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Doing lots of leather work, fixing the tow truck David Picciuto Setup an inflatable paint booth in his kitchen Bob Clagett Finished the metal roof for the pool house What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Meet The World’s Largest Instant Camera Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: All In The Family Bob’s Pick of the Week: Engineezy – Robot Arm Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Jeff Cooper Master Of None Niall O’Brien Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Dec 19, 20251h 24m

508: The Trampoline is at Zero

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how digital tools have improved and gotten cheaper! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on more leather bags and videos David Picciuto Working on the slatted wall for the rental property Bob Clagett Finished up a video about 3d printing for hobbies Links: What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Cinodrome Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Woodworking is BS Bob’s Pick of the Week: Modernizing a Vintage Car Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Jeff Cooper Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Dec 12, 20251h 5m

507: Jimmy is the Weird Uncle

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pressure, snow and seasonal changes. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on the truck David Picciuto Beginning to prep for his art show in June Bob Clagett Working on the metal roof a bit What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: UnTrap Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: RRBuildings Bob’s Pick of the Week: Korea Fish Store Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Chris Mccormick Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Terrance Archer

Dec 5, 202559 min

506: The Fun is in the Glue Up

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we’re thankful for from this last year, again. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Finishing up the new kitchen island David Picciuto Making a coat rack/art piece Bob Clagett Made a collapsible fire pit What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: The Best Thing I’ve Ever Made Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Christopher Hitchens Bob’s Pick of the Week: Machine to sort millions of Lego bricks Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon

Nov 30, 20251h 4m

505: I Stuck My Head Into a Tornado

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about other people’s ideas, Texas and wind tunnels. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Making More environmental art, making hair dryer shaped boxes, making a kitchen island David Picciuto Been a little sick, working on future designs Bob Clagett Went to Texas, learned about wind, made his first Fusion plugin, making a collapsible fire pit What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Make With Miles Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Death by Lightning Bob’s Pick of the Week: nvkv.makes / Why A-frame Houses Don’t Work / Why You Need To Be Bored Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon

Nov 21, 20251h 12m

504: Tentpoles in My Head

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what you can get done in a day. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on shipping containers to make a covered areaweir David Picciuto Taking a break this week, to rest Bob Clagett Heard from the city building inspector Links: Affinity The Creator Middle Class is Collapsing What we’re watching: Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Martin Scorsese Doc Bob’s Pick of the Week: Building The Impossible Lightsaber Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon

Nov 7, 20251h 3m

503: It’s Made Me a More Fearless Maker

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about doing this for 11 years, and what’s changed. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Went to North Carolina for a Klingspor event, hand carved marble, working on a chair David Picciuto Redoing an old office chair Bob Clagett Went to Connecticut to film with Test Equity, building an Arduino project What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: A Boat In The Woods Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Frozen in Time / AirUP FlyingWing Bob’s Pick of the Week: It Was All a Lie / Tiny Cottage in the Woods Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon

Oct 31, 20251h 19m

502: That’s The Perfect Amount of Strangers

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about whether it’s worth doing extra, even if you don’t get credit for it. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Maker Camp finished up, went great as usual. Made a prop boat for a display. David Picciuto Turning a table into a chair, working on a new shop video for the rental house Bob Clagett Finished the roof framing for the pool house, working on an Arduino project What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: The Last Wright / Slipcase Secrets Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Rise and Fall of Radioshack Bob’s Pick of the Week: Superwood / Tanks For Nothing / Transforming Chess Pieces / Matt Bober Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Making with MoG Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Tom Funk

Oct 17, 20251h 11m

501: If They’re Looking at the Details… then the Seafood is HORRIBLE

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about… is it worth it, even if no one notices? If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on a rush job with Ryan, MakerCamp coming up! David Picciuto Released the Casio keyboard rebuild, working on remaking a garbage chair Bob Clagett Working on an Arduino project and framed up the roof of the pool house (all alone) What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: How MDF Boards Are Made Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistlin’ Diesel Robot Bob’s Pick of the Week: Jake Wexler Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Making with MoG Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Tom Funk

Oct 10, 20251h 2m

500: Making It Live in Boston

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer questions in front a live audience in Boston! Special thanks to Carolina Shoes for making the event possible! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Making with MoG Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Tom Funk

Oct 3, 20251h 21m

499: Just Remember The Spark…

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about relearning, again and again. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Installed 11 porch poles, made speakers David Picciuto Finishing up his Casio keyboard rebuild Bob Clagett Went to AU 2025 What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Wyrmwood Furniture Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: New Mind Bob’s Pick of the Week: Maker Knife II / Harvey Newman Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Making with MoG Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Tom Funk

Sep 26, 20251h 10m

498: I’m Like a Dog

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Making It 500 (already happened) and meeting people. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Had trouble with the 11th porch pole David Picciuto Made a beautiful chair with only a laser Bob Clagett Starting the pool house/shed Links: Woodworking is Bull**** Jon Layman Studios What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: How MDF is Made Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Matthias Wandel Gets a CNC Bob’s Pick of the Week: I Built a Secret Library / Imposter Syndrome Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Albers Woodworks Chad from ManCrafting™ Corey Ward Making with MoG Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Nick Ryan Odin Leather Goods Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements Rich at Loen.Design Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY The New Janky Workshop Warren Werks WorksBySolo Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Chris Mccormick Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Gib Clark Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Master Of None Papa Chad Ryan LaValley Sam Simbulan Skullforge Studios Stark’s Lagoon Tom Funk

Sep 12, 20251h 9m

497: This Title Should Be Illegal

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about taking time off, by working without a camera. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! Join us at Making It 500 What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Making the last porch poles David Picciuto Finished his custom Hamm’s sign Bob Clagett Finished up desk organizer, ordered material for the pool shed What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Good Hang – Aubrey Plaza Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Handy Dandy Brandy / Ricky.teevee Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Making with MoG Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark

Sep 5, 20251h 13m

496: Forensic Wire Work

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about wires. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! Join us at Making It 500 What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Making 11 GIANT porch poles David Picciuto Finishing up the Hamm’s beer sign Bob Clagett Prepping for building his pool shed What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: I Invented An Adjustable Ratcheting Wrench Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: How NOT to Build A Wooden Boat Bob’s Pick of the Week: Dread Knot Woodshop Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Making with MoG Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark

Aug 30, 20251h 3m

495: Blow on a Wishy Puff

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we CAN control. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! Join us in Boston for Making It 500!! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Showed off the Woody, working on the floor at the graveyard house, made some speakers David Picciuto Still working on the cassette tape, making a replica beer sign Bob Clagett Learning fiberglass, making a big dumb project Links: Add Texture in Fusion What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Bob & Brad Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Elephant Graveyard Bob’s Pick of the Week: suprordinary Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Making with MoG Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark

Aug 22, 20251h 2m

494: Jumping on the Refrigerator, While We Can

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about early education, shop class and making a difference. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Sold some tools, finishing up the woody David Picciuto Got a xTool Metalfab, made a steel side table Bob Clagett Getting ready for back to school, planning next projects Links: Join us in Boston for Making It 500!! What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: The Great Indoorsman Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Professor Dave Explains Bob’s Pick of the Week: 8-bit guy Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark

Aug 15, 20251h 14m

493: It’s Like Doing a Head Transplant…

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! Join us at Making It 500!! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Lots of progress on the Woody David Picciuto Making a giant cassette tape Bob Clagett Finished up hexagon table, working on camera storage system Links: Field of Tools What we’re watching: Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Villadarb David & Bob’s Pick of the Week: I 3d Printed a Hit Song / Drew Witt Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark

Aug 8, 20251h 6m

492: The Gap

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the gap between the idea and the outcome. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Join us for Making It 500, LIVE What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Field of Tools – August 8, 2025, working on the Woody David Picciuto Turned a table into a wall hanging kumiko cabinet Bob Clagett Made a hexagon solar table What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: JT Woodworks Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pask Makes Tiffany Lamp Bob’s Pick of the Week: Anne had a baby!! Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark

Aug 1, 20251h 6m

491: A Mouth Like a Torn Bag

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to make choices. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on the woody David Picciuto Turning a table into a wall cabinet Bob Clagett Made a pool noodle connector system, designing a pool house What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Alison Crowther Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mr Pete Bob’s Pick of the Week: Flula / Smart Hot Wheels Track Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jul 25, 20251h 19m

490: A Croissant of Rust

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the blessings and curses of being self employed. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Successful Jimmy’s Speedway day! David Picciuto Making a new router table. Bob Clagett Trying to catch up. What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Making The Gravity Bar Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Welder Underground Bob’s Pick of the Week: Beau Miles plants trees Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jul 18, 202557 min

489: Pet The Cat

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about scaling, or not. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Finished Titebond sign, boot go-kart David Picciuto Finally sold the Impala Bob Clagett Went on vacation What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: HBO Logo / Ghost Car Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Emily Baker Bob’s Pick of the Week: Flatlander Tech Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jul 11, 20251h 13m

488: Sodas and Financial Literacy

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about adapting. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on 20 stools for a commission, the boot go-kart David Picciuto Making a modular coffee table Bob Clagett Dug a ditch, was very hot What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Jason Jones Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Project of the Day / Land Man Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jun 27, 20251h 4m

487: You’re Wrong, and Right!

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about distracting yourself on purpose. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on the boot go-kart David Picciuto Did not get the Coke machine Bob Clagett Went to BrickWorld Chicago Links: The Man Issue What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Bagel Run / $35 Guitar Pick Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Vice Grip Garage Bob’s Pick of the Week: NeatBricks Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jun 20, 20251h 16m

486: If I Had $300, I Could Do That Too

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bison, making holes bigger and learning the autofeed. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on the woody David Picciuto Went to Yellowstone, took a bunch of pictures Bob Clagett Working on sliding doors What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Tom Sachs / Furniture Makers Preserve Stories Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: TouronsOfYellowstone Bob’s Pick of the Week: Small Town 3d Printer Upgrades / Overland Projects Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jun 16, 20251h 12m

485: A Loaf of Bread With a Car Front On It

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the finish line, and why it moves. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Bought a 1984 tow truck David Picciuto Didn’t take out his phone in line at the grocery. Bob Clagett Working on a metal inlay project What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Drew Witt / Physics Girl / PeeWee As Himself Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Marco Laviola Bob’s Pick of the Week: Roadcraft Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Jun 11, 20251h 4m

484: No One Sees Your Underwear…

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about work ethic, contractors and Maker’s Central. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Got back from Maker’s Central in England, headed to a Weaver event (5/29-5/30). David Picciuto Finished getting the shop floor leveled, kind of. Bob Clagett Working on cutting metal with the xTool MetalFabl What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: An Amazing Year-Long CNC Journey Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Bobby Duke Arts Bob’s Pick of the Week: TIG Sheet Metal Welding Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

May 23, 20251h 7m

483: There Are Two Wolves Inside Me…

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about two wolves, perspective and reality. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Headed to Maker’s Central with an empty notebook and a headful of ideas David Picciuto Emptied out the shop for leveling Bob Clagett Cleaned up his Lego area, made some separators/organizers Links: Loop What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Lamps Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jay Leno Gullwing Review Bob’s Pick of the Week: Treat Your Mother Right / People You Should Know Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop on YouTube Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

May 16, 20251h 6m

482: Boxy, but Good

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about allowing yourself to change. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Headed to Maker’s Central, working on the house, the woody David Picciuto Working on lamps Bob Clagett Made more progress on the Ghia, making holder for tool parts What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Nate From The Internet Popcorn Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Templatemaker.nl Bob’s Pick of the Week: Volonaut / Idea To Launch Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop on YouTube Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

May 9, 20251h 15m

481: It Lost It’s Fun…

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about hobbies and showing off… or not. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Saw The Grateful Dead in the Las Vegas Sphere David Picciuto Working on some bedside lamps Bob Clagett Put out a Ghia video What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Cutting It Close Bob’s Pick of the Week: Making a Mac Mini Portable / Restarting My Abandoned Car Factory Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

May 2, 20251h 2m

480: My Head Is A Tennis Match

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pitchers mounds and future, new projects! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working more with the sawmill David Picciuto Getting the shop floor levelled! Bob Clagett Got some progress done on the Ghia, learned more about the MetalFab What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Kanopy Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Casey Neistat’s X5 Video Bob’s Pick of the Week: Laura Kampf’s New Gallery Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Apr 25, 20251h 9m

479: The One

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about “The One”. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working with a new bandsaw David Picciuto Spent a weekend at an A-frame cabin Bob Clagett Working with the xTool MetalFab, on the Ghia What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Mike White Interview Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Studio Bob’s Pick of the Week: Nackhabitat / Better Magsafe Mount Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Apr 18, 20251h 1m

478: Know When You’re Learning, and When You’re Earning

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about sticking to your work, even if you’re losing money. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Jimmy IS OLDer, Happy birthday! David Picciuto Replaced a laser tube! Bob Clagett Went to Sedona for spring break, making a edge banding dispenser What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Hank’s Channel Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pete & Sebastian Show Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brass Coins / Tron:Ares Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com OMGmade Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Apr 11, 20251h 9m

477: The Print Dialog Box

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the struggle of learning new software and hardware. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Headed to Mississippi to cast metal David Picciuto Still working on the Casio keyboard Bob Clagett Finished up building a new bed Links: xTool MetalFab Parkinson’s Law What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: I Switched To Logic Pro / Brian Eno Interview Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Titans Of CNC Bob’s Pick of the Week: Anne of All Trades Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com OMGmade Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Mar 28, 20251h 9m

476: That’s What You Do Do

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making friends. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Getting another CNC, and plasma CNC… made “steel” apples David Picciuto Working on a silverware organizer Bob Clagett Making a new bed, getting a laser welder!! What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Wongface / Public Opinion / Restoring Classic Cars in the Classroom Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Ricky Saetta Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com OMGmade Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Josh Luther Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Mar 21, 202556 min

475: I Like a Weighty Utensil

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being stuck and milestones. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Fired up the Cadillac! Making bar carts David Picciuto Making a kitchen drawer organizer Bob Clagett GOT THE LAND CRUISER BACK! What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: StewMac Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: DigiFabricators Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lego LetterPress Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com OMGmade Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Mar 14, 20251h 4m

474: The Doublemint Gum Remote Control

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how we consume media, or don’t. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Went to WorkbenchCon David Picciuto Doesn’t like leaving the house, working on converting a check Casio keyboard Bob Clagett Working on yet another 3d printed hinge variation Links: Love Hulten What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Look Mum No Computer Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Cutting It Close Bob’s Pick of the Week: Carmine Street Guitar Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com OMGmade Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Chris Mccormick Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon Gib Clark If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Mar 7, 20251h 21m

473: Send Me A Screengrab, My Phone’s Not Working

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the pitfalls of “free stuff”. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta About to turn porch poles on his 12′ lathe David Picciuto Got back from his writing retreat Bob Clagett Got really challenged for the first time in a long time Links: Auction Walkthrough video (Jimmy’s Cadillac) (@ 53 minutes) What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Chris Piascik Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Torbjorn Ahman Bob’s Pick of the Week: James Hill Voodoo Child / Full Jungle Cabin Build Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com OMGmade Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Corey Ward Nick Ryan Papa Chad Tom Funk Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking Skullforge Studios Ryan LaValley Master Of None Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold) Stark’s Lagoon If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Feb 28, 20251h 25m