Ep. 141 | A Bear Crawls Into a Japanese Bar

Ep. 141 | A Bear Crawls Into a Japanese Bar

Author: Keith Johnson April 27, 2026 Duration: 1:03:58
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In this episode, Jason talks about his Patreon build in Japan and being detained by airport security for the nature of his business. His shop reno is almost done, but one metal elbow is holding up his entire dust collection system. Mary can't decide on building vs. buying her bedroom closet and progress on here bookcase continues...sort of. Keith can't get out of his own way (as usual) on his current wall hanging cabinet, but brings in a videographer for day and realizes how much he despises vertical, short form content. All that and more!

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You'll find Shop Sounds Podcast in the sawdust-covered corner where woodworking meets casual conversation. Hosted by Keith Johnson (the voice behind @KJSawdust) and featuring Jason Hibbs from @BourbonMoth, this isn't a step-by-step instructional series. Instead, it captures the meandering, often hilarious discussions that happen naturally when two passionate makers are hanging out in the workshop. The "about nothing" description is a playful nod to the show's organic flow, where topics can drift from the nuances of a hand plane technique to life stories, project failures, and the simple philosophy found in creating things with your hands. Each episode feels like you've pulled up a stool in the shop, listening in on a genuine exchange between friends who happen to be deeply knowledgeable about the craft. It’s a podcast for anyone who appreciates the sound of a well-tuned table saw as much as the easy laughter that follows a good story. For Keith and Jason, the background hum of machinery is just the soundtrack to a wider conversation about the hobbies and small joys that shape a life. Tune in when you want the company of fellow enthusiasts without the pressure of a formal lesson.
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