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

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MWA Episode 78 - Megan Fitzpatrick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:53
We chat with Megan about the upcoming Woodworking in America 2015. It's looking like it'll be a great show and it's guaranteed to be a wonderful weekend of talking woodworking with friends.
MWA Episode 77 - C.C. Boyce [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:40
We chat with C.C. Boyce of Few Bits and Boyce Studio about her work, her upcoming larger furniture projects and the bubbler.
MWA Episode 76 - 10 Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:47
For the first time, Tom & Dyami put the 5 questions to each other.
MWA Episode 75 Bonus - Matt Kenney Bonus Audio [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:39
Like banter about Scandinavian Expanding table design? You'll love this. Don't like banter about Scandinavian Expanding table design? Its short. With special guest, Matt Kenney of Fine Woodworking.
MWA Episode 75 - Matt Kenney [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:12
We chat with Matt Kenney about his 52 Boxes in 52 Weeks project as well as his experiences at Fine Woodworking. This time, with audible audio.
MWA 5 Questions - Brian McCauley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:41
After our main interview, I sat down with Brian McCauley to run through the 5 questions.
MWA Episode 74 - Brian McCauley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:16
Tom and Dyami have a great chat with Brian McCauley of McCauleysdesign.com
MWA Episode 73 - Ralph Bagnall [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:52
We chat with Ralph Bagnall about the consulting he does and the work he does with MicroJig.
MWA Episode 72 - Zac Higgins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:03
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