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 #24 - Scott Meek [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:30
In this episode with talk with Scott MeeK of Scott Meek Woodworks on his wooden hand planes and online classes. For more information on Scott visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com for the show note and more about…
MWA Podcast Episode #23 - David Venditto of Infinity Tools [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:06
Join us as we talk with David Venditto of Infinity Tools a great source of woodworking router bits and saw blades plus much more. For more on Infinity Tools visit www.infinitytools.com and for more on this episode and th…
MWA Podcast Episode #22 - Megan Fitzpatrick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:30
Join us for this episode with special guest Megan Fitzpatrick the new Editor of Popular Woodworking Magazine. For the show notes on this episode and more on the Modern Woodworkers Association visit: http://modernwoodwork…
MWA Podcast Episode #21 - Woodworking New Year's Resolutions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:06
Check out this episode to hear about what we have planned for the next year in our shops. For show notes on this episode and to find out more about the Modern Woodworkers Association visit: http://modernwoodworkersassoci…
MWA Podcast Episode #20 - Special Guest Chuck Bender [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:27
We welcome special guest Chuck Bender. For the show notes to this episode including links and to find out more information about the Modern Woodworkers Association visit http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com
MWA Podcast Episode 19 - Andy Chidwick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:06
Join us in this epiosde as we speak with Andy Chidick of Chidwick School of Fine Woodworking. For links and show notes visit us at http://modernwoodworkersassociation.com Send us your comments or questions to be read on…
MWA Podcast Episode 18 - Special Guest Todd Clippinger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:13
In this episode we welcome special guest Todd Clippinger. Todd is one of the most energetic woodworkers in the business and great to talk to. For more on Todd visit http://www.americancraftsmanworkshop.com/To learn more…
MWA Podcast Episode 16 - Talking Shop Part 2. Power and Lighting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:34
In this episode we discuss once again our own shops and get down to power and lighting. We also discuss getting ready for Woodworking in America and MWA running the Hand Tool Olympics in Pasadena. To find out more about…
MWA Podcast Episode 15 - Shop Talk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:00
In this episode we start a series that will be covered over the next few months on our shops. Starting out we cover the size of our shops and how we make the most of that space. To find out more about the Modern Woodwork…