MWA606 - Brian Brace: Master Roycroft Artisan

MWA606 - Brian Brace: Master Roycroft Artisan

Author: Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst May 12, 2026 Duration: 1:18:49
Brian Brace is our guest on this Episode. Brian is an accomplished, award-winning professional woodworker with a passion for Arts & Crafts furniture. He is a Master Roycroft Artisan and works out of his shop in Black Mountain, North Carolina. This is a fascinating and entertaining conversation with a true master of the craft. Check it out! Brian Brace brianbracefinefurniture.com/@brianbracefinefurniture on InstagramBrian Brace Fine Furniture on FacebookSutherland Welles Finishes - Use cod...

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: en-us Episodes: 100

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations
Podcast Episodes
MWA586 - Diane Deery [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:51
On this episode we welcome Diane Deery as our guest. Diane is an art instructor at The Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, where she teaches woodworking and photography. An accomplished artist in her own right, Diane…
MWA585 - Wilbur Pan: 5 Other Questions, and WWing News [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:42
Wilbur returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore dust collection, pine (the other soft wood), and some great tools to add to your gift list. Check it Out! Wilbur Pan Giantcypress.net@wilburpan on InstagramWWing…
MWA584 - Panning the Plane with Wilbur Pan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:12
On this episode, we’re catching up with longtime friend of the show, Wilbur Pan. Wilbur is a fantastic woodworker and a leading ambassador for Asian woodworking tools and techniques. He recently presented at the Woodwork…
MWA583 - Kate Swann & Meighan Hornady; 5 Questions & WWing News [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:39
Kate & Meighan of the Florida School of Woodwork return to answer the 5 Questions. We explore their favorite tools, seasoned and unseasoned woodworkers, and more. It's a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it Out! W…
MWA582 - Florida School of Woodwork's Exciting Next Chapter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:56
On this episode, we welcome back Kate Swann and Meighan Hornady from the Florida School of Woodwork. Kate founded the school in 2004 and has served as its Executive Director ever since. We chat with Kate and Meighan abou…
MWA581 - Silver River Chairs; The Other 5 Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:51
Brandy & Dave of Silver River Chairs return to answer the Other 5 Questions. We explore new tools, favorite weaving materials and more. It's a fun and entertaining conversation with the OG Chair Nerds. Check it Out! Bran…
MWA580 - Silver River Chairs; Their New Book, The Woven Chair [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:55
On this episode we welcome back Brandy Clements and Dave Klingler from the Silver River Center for Chair Caning. They’ve just released their new book, The Woven Chair, published by Blue Hill Press. We’re excited to talk…
MWA579 - Jeff Wyatt & the Other 5 Question; Plus WWing News [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:15
Jeff returns to take on the Other 5 Questions! We learn about his love for the multi-router, mahogany, and some classes on his list. It’s an entertaining conversation with a fantastic chairmaker and turner. Check it out!…
MWA578 - Jeff Wyatt; Round Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:16
On this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back, friend of the show, Jeff Wyatt. Jeff is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor, and he recently released a new Popular Woodworking video on Windsor chairmaking. Jeff (ak…
MWA577 - Michael Jury & the Other 5 Question; Plus WWing News [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:16
Michael returns to take on the Other 5 Questions! We learn about his favorite woods, some new tools, and a desire to carve some bowls. It’s an entertaining conversation with a fantastic outstanding woodworker. Check it o…