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MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

By: Mark Hicks Sean Wisniewski Kyle Barton & Brian Obst
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The Modern Woodworkers Association Podcast brings to you in-depth interviews with woodworkers of note in our community - from outstanding hobbyists to award winning, international woodworkers. We also bring to you a bit of woodworking news and other items of note. And we wrap things up with our fortnightly beer recommendations. Whether you are a hand-tool, powertool, or hybrid woodworker, we think you will find something of interest in every episode.

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Episodes
  • MWA556 - Brian Crano: Film Director & Woodworker
    May 20 2025

    On this episode, we’re excited to welcome a special guest and friend of the show: Brian Crano! By day, Brian is a Hollywood director and writer—but he’s also a passionate hobbyist woodworker and chairmaker. We talk about his love for woodworking, its positive effect on his film making, and his upcoming feature film I Don’t Understand You, premiering in theaters on June 6.

    Brian Crano

    • @idontunderstandyoumovie on Instagram
    • @a_liminal_object on Instagram

    MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
    @mwa_podcast on Instagram

    Hosts' Contact Info:

    Kyle Barton

    • @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
    • bbcustomtools.com
    • On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
    • Kyle Barton on Facebook

    Sean Wisniewski

    • @Seanw78 on most social media

    Mark Hicks

    • jointeffort.net
    • Jointeffort.net/mwa
    • @markbuildsit on Instagram
    • On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort

    Brian Obst

    • @obstwoodworks on Instagram
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • MWA555 - Frank Strazza: Our Man in Italy
    May 13 2025

    In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back award-winning furniture maker Frank Strazza. Fresh from two inspiring trips to Italy, Frank shares his experiences studying the marquetry masters of the Renaissance. A talented craftsman, instructor, hand-tool enthusiast, musician, and avid cyclist, Frank brings a unique perspective to everything he does. Join us as we explore his journey, insights, and much more.

    Frank Strazza

    • strazzafurniture.com
    • @strazzafuniture on IG
    • Frank Strazza on Facebook
    • Frank Strazza on YouTube

    MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
    @mwa_podcast on Instagram

    Hosts' Contact Info:

    Kyle Barton

    • @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
    • bbcustomtools.com
    • On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
    • Kyle Barton on Facebook

    Sean Wisniewski

    • @Seanw78 on most social media

    Mark Hicks

    • jointeffort.net
    • Jointeffort.net/mwa
    • @markbuildsit on Instagram
    • On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort

    Brian Obst

    • @obstwoodworks on Instagram


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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • MWA554 - Luke Barnett & 5 Questions; Plus WWing News
    May 6 2025

    Luke Barnett returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk drawknives, Wharton Esherick, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, informative chat with one of the champions of our craft. Check it out!

    Luke Barnett

    • sbwi.edu
    • barnettchairs.com

    WWing News

    • Jet Black Series of Tools - Jointer
    • LAP - Layout Computer - Now Does Casework
    • Fine Woodworking New England

    MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
    @mwa_podcast on Instagram

    Hosts' Contact Info:

    Kyle Barton

    • @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
    • bbcustomtools.com
    • On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
    • Kyle Barton on Facebook

    Sean Wisniewski

    • @Seanw78 on most social media

    Mark Hicks

    • jointeffort.net
    • Jointeffort.net/mwa
    • @markbuildsit on Instagram
    • On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort

    Brian Obst

    • @obstwoodworks on Instagram
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    36 mins

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