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. 

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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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Podcast Episodes
MWA Podcast Episode 51 - The Gangs all here [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:50
Join us in this episode as we discuss what we have going on in our shops and a bit about Festool drills. For show notes visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 50 - Tommy Mac of Rough Cut [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:33
Join us in this episode as we discuss woodworking and show business with Tommy Mac of Rough Cut. For show notes visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast - Afternoon Special Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:55
In this special edition Dyami asks our 5 questions to a few woodworkers we all know. For show notes visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 48 - We Found the Shop! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:49
Join us in this episode as we ramble about what we have going on in our shops. For show notes and more on the MWA visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 47 - Matt Vanderlist AKA the Podfather [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:46
Join us in this episode as we talk with Matt Vanderlist of Matt's Basement Workshop Podcast. For show notes or more about the Modern Woodworkers Association visit us at http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 44 - Jeff Miller [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:09
In this episode we are joined by renowned chair maker Jeff Miller. For show notes and more on the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 45 - Tom Fidgen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:32
In this episode we talk to Tom Fidgen of The Unplugged Workshop. For show notes and more on the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 43 - Building Blocks of SketchUp [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:26
In this episode we review Building Blocks of SketchUp by Bob Lang. For show notes and more on the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com