ShopNotes Podcast E280: We Love a Good, Sick Burn

ShopNotes Podcast E280: We Love a Good, Sick Burn

Author: Active Interest Media July 24, 2026 Duration: 38:20
In this episode, Phil Huber and John Doyle catch up on what’s happening around the Woodsmith shop. They discuss listener comments, woodworking tools, vintage auctions, hand tools, and what keeps woodworkers coming back to the ShopNotes Podcast. The guys also share behind-the-scenes details on the upcoming finishing e-learning course, including shop-built finishing projects, spray finishing techniques, and creating a dedicated finishing space in your workshop. Plus, they talk about upcoming woodworking events, Handworks, Woodworking in America, shop scrap, and more. Have a question or comment for the show? Send it to woodsmith@woodsmith.com or join the conversation on the ShopNotes Podcast YouTube channel.

The ShopNotes Podcast brings the camaraderie of the workshop straight to your ears. Each week, hosts John Doyle, Logan Wittmer, and Phil Huber-editors from the renowned Woodsmith, Popular Woodworking, and ShopNotes magazines-pull up a stool for an unscripted chat about their current projects. You’ll hear the real lessons learned from mistakes and successes, along with personal shop stories that resonate with anyone who’s ever picked up a tool. This isn't just theory; it's the applied craft, discussing techniques, tools, and materials in practical terms. The conversation often delves into behind-the-scenes news and developments from the wider woodworking community, offering a unique perspective from seasoned professionals. Regular segments feature deep-dive interviews with other experts and thoughtful answers to listener-submitted questions, making the dialogue a two-way street. Produced by Active Interest Media, this podcast is a natural extension of the magazines, designed to inform and inspire your next build while keeping you company at the bench. Whether you're a seasoned furniture maker or just getting started with hand tools, the hosts' accessible, experienced voices provide a steady stream of ideas and honest shop talk.
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