MWA594 - Alf Sharp

MWA594 - Alf Sharp

Author: Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst February 17, 2026 Duration: 58:16

We are delighted to have Alf Sharp as our guest. Alf specializes in crafting museum-quality custom furniture inspired by 18th- and 19th-century American and European designs.  He is a Cartouche Award winner from The Society of American Period Furniture Makers. So join us for a fascinating look into the career of master furniture maker. 

Alf Sharp

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Grab a cold one and pull up a stool in the shop. MWA Podcast-Woodworking Conversations is where hosts Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, and Brian Obst gather to talk shop in the most genuine sense. The heart of this podcast lies in its long-form, meandering interviews with a wide range of woodworkers, from dedicated hobbyists whose projects fill their homes to internationally recognized professionals whose work defines the craft. These aren't quick tips, but full conversations that dig into philosophy, mistakes, creative processes, and the personal stories behind the work. Each episode also weaves in relevant news from the woodworking world, discussing new tools, techniques, and community events that matter to practitioners. True to its workshop roots, every session concludes with a fortnightly beer recommendation, offering a fitting end to the discussion. No matter your preferred method-hand tools, power tools, or a blend of both-this podcast feels like joining a thoughtful conversation among friends who share a deep passion for making things with wood. It’s a regular dose of camaraderie and insight for anyone who finds solace and challenge at the workbench.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 605

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations
Podcast Episodes
MWA117 - Andy Klein [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:26
We chat with the amazing Andy Klein about his woodworking and his woodworking inventions. modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA116 - Sean Rubino 5 Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:49
Sean Rubino of spunjinworks.com and The Dusty Life podcast runs the gauntlet of 5 questions.
MWA115 - Sean Rubino [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:30
Sean, Sean & Dyami discuss what they're all working on, how to get clients, the joys of woodworking podcasts and many other wood related topics.
MWA114 - Dream Project [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:05
Sean & Dyami discuss a dream project and why it is that. themodernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA113 - Tool Repair [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:29
Sean & Dyami talk repairing Vs replacing tools. themodernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA112 - Cory Tighe 5 Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:47
Dyami sneaks into Cory's shop and accosts him with the 5 questions. themodernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA111 - 5 More Questions with Hillview Wood & Metal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:11
We run through the additional 5 questions with Tony Rouleau of Hillview Wood & Metal. https://www.facebook.com/hillviewwm/ themodernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA110 - Hillview Wood & Metal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:35
We chat with Tony from Hillview Wood & Metal. Themodernwoodworkersassociation.com