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 42 - Around the Web Addition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:09
Join us in this episode are we discuss happenings around the web and talk about the Chair Build and Design class with Jeff Miller that Dyami and Chris attended in Atlanta. For show notes and more on the Modern Woodworker…
MWA Podcast Episode 41 - Woodworking in America 2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:17
We recoded this episode live from the market place at Woodworking in America 2013. It was a great convention and we hope you enjoy this. For show notes visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 40 - Roy Underhill [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:49
Join us in this episode as we talk with Roy Underhill. This was one of the most fun episodes we have ever recorded and hope you enjoy. For show notes and more on the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwood…
MWA Podcast Episode 39 - The French Oak Roubo Project [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:13
Join us in this episode as we talk to Krishen Kota, one of our very own Modern Woodworkers member that attended the French Oak Roubo Project. To find out more about this project or the MWA visit http://modernwoodworkersa…
MWA Podcast Episode 38 Redux.mp3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:03
Join the MWA gang in this episode discuss what is going on in our own woodworking worlds and while we ask for a little help from listeners to upgrade our mobile recording equipment. This episode was originally recorded w…
MWA Podcast Episode 37 - Fine Woodworking Live and Matt Kenney [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:39
Join us in this episode recorded from Fine Woodworking Live 2013. Our guest is Matt Kenney from Fine Woodworking, but be sure and listen to our interviews after with attendees from the show. For more on this episode or t…
MWA Podcast Episode 34 - Wilbur Pan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:22
This episode was recorded with Wilbur Pan. Unfortunately we lost half of the recording but felt we should release what we have, so this is the first half of the recording. For more information on Wilbur Pan or the Modern…
MWA Podcast Episode 35 - Robert Lang [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:16
Join us in this episode as we talk to Robert Lang of Popular Woodworking Magazine. To find out more about Bob or the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 33 - Paul Lemiski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:55
Join us for this episode with Paul Lemiski. For more information on Paul, show notes, and the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com