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The Modern Maker Podcast

English, Visual Arts, 1 season, 245 episodes, 2 days, 7 hours, 58 minutes
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The Modern Maker Podcast is a weekly podcast about making things by hand. From wood, to concrete, to leather, our hosts Ben Uyeda, Chris Salomone, and Mike Montgomery chat about what it's like to be a "Maker" in it's current state.
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**NEW** THE MODERN MAKER PODCAST IS BACK AND IT'S A SHOW EP. 244

Watch Video Episode: https://youtu.be/NWXeFxrE594 Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtqHeUYt583AYJJwNTbByMw After a 6 month hibernation, the boys are back and we're live from Chris's workshop! Recording in person instead of over video call was so much more fun to make and we added video too!! Sorry for the little bit of mic noise from me - Mike... learning how to use handheld mics better!  Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3dDUgbu -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
7/18/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Community Is Leveling Up - Ep. 243

The new Netflix show: MAKING FUN is premiering March 4th, be sure to click the reminder button in the link so it on your Netflix home page when it comes out!!  https://www.netflix.com/title/81267200 Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3dDUgbu -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
2/14/202254 minutes, 34 seconds
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Glass & Epoxy Terrazzo - EP. 242

After taking January off to settle into the new year, we're back and we have a lot to catch up on! Let's talk DIY! Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3dDUgbu -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
2/3/202255 minutes, 2 seconds
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WINNERS ANNOUNCED #ROCKLERHOBBYCHALLENGE - ep. 241

Drum Roll Please..... Thank you times a million to everyone who participated in this years Modern Maker Challenge brought to you by Rockler; the #rocklerhobbychallenge. Be sure to check out the # on instagram to see all of the projects we're talking about and mentioning on the show!  https://www.rockler.com/hobby-challenge Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3dDUgbu -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
12/23/202153 minutes, 52 seconds
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"Artisanal Offcuts" - Ep. 240

The Rockler Hobby Challenge wrap up is next week so get your entries in!! #rocklerhobbychallenge.  Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3dDUgbu -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
12/11/202159 minutes, 8 seconds
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Shipping Container Hotel Got Approved!! - Ep. 239

DIY Gym Building with mike, High level DIY'ing with Chris, and Ben Got the Joshua Tree Hotel Plans Approved by the city!  Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN --Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get a free trial of Premium Membership -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
11/22/202155 minutes, 16 seconds
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Getting PAID or Gaining KNOWLEDGE - Ep. 238

More #rocklerhobbychallenge submissions are rolling in, plenty of time to still get started and we'll continue highlighting our favorites before the BIG rundown episode!! How many do you think Ben can do?? Find Us On Instagram: Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
11/1/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ending the Sausage Body Debate Once and for All!! #rocklerhobbychallenge - Ep. 237

Submissions are rolling in and the #rocklerhobbychallenge projects are off the chain. Plenty of time to build and enter, just create a project that relates to a personal hobby (other than building stuff) and post it on instagram / YouTube with he # https://www.rockler.com/hobby-challenge Find Us On Instagram: Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
10/21/202158 minutes, 36 seconds
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WEEKEND EXTRAVAGANZA!! #rocklerhobbychallenge - Ep. 236

Things are heating up and we're celebrating Sweetest Day the only way we know how.. talking sawdust and Oreos!! Rockler Hobby Challenge: https://www.rockler.com/hobby-challenge Find Us On Instagram: Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get your FREE business banking account in just 10 minutes at https://banknovo.com/modern  -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
10/17/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 12 seconds
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Chris & Mike TELL ALL!!!! ep. 235

Thank you everyone for the questions to answer, we'll be sure to do more in the future. Ben was in NY for this episode but he'll be back for a special weekend episode on Saturday!! Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
10/13/202154 minutes, 20 seconds
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Chris Posted His #RocklerHobbyChallenge Project!! - ep. 234

The first of our #rocklerhobbychallenge videos are live! apologies for the bad audio but too fun of a show to throw away! Can't wait to see what you all build! Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Get your FREE business banking account in just 10 minutes at https://banknovo.com/modern  -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
9/30/202157 minutes, 45 seconds
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NEW CHALLENGE ANNOUNCEMENT!! - ep. 233

What's going to be the new #rocklerchallenge for 2021?!? find out below. This is our challenge "soft launch" to get people's gears turning. We'll have project videos coming out over the next few weeks and the challenge will be open for a couple of months that way everyone has plenty of time to build! Can't wait to see what you all make!  Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN --Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get a free trial of Premium Membership -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
9/13/20211 hour, 51 seconds
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Leveling Up and New Opportunities - Ep. 232

Back at it with another episode of the Modern Maker Podcast. Plus Semi Exact, the furniture company we're all three invested in are starting a MAKER's PROGRAM. Learn more here: https://semiexact.com/pages/maker-program Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ Chris launched a new vlog/behind the scenes YouTube channel and it's awesome!! Welcome to the Woodshop
9/1/202158 minutes, 27 seconds
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Chris's New YouTube Channel: Welcome To The Woodshop - Ep. 231

Chris launched a new vlog/behind the scenes YouTube channel and it's awesome!! Welcome to the Woodshop Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
8/13/202152 minutes, 37 seconds
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OUTDOOR TOILET EMERGENCY! - Ep. 230

What do you do when you're 10 stories about the ground and have a bathroom emergency... you DIY your way out of it!! Has 5 Minute Crafts gone too far?? Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -get 25% off the entire InsideTracker store: info.InsideTracker.com/MODERNMAKER | discount code: MODERNMAKER25 -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
8/1/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 26 seconds
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Knowing When To Switch It Up - Ep. 229

Don't let things become stale... also should we ad video to the podcast??? Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -get 25% off the entire InsideTracker store: info.InsideTracker.com/MODERNMAKER | discount code: MODERNMAKER25 -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
7/23/202156 minutes, 16 seconds
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Ben Uyeda: Future King of Tool Reviews - Ep. 228

Mike's Dad came to visit, Chris signed an NDA and can't talk about it, and Ben is getting some COOL TOOLS!! The Modern Maker Podcast. Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
7/18/202152 minutes
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Bird House Hunters International - EP. 227

The bird saga continues... and it looks like the Electric Honda Ridgeline story is too!! Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
6/26/202151 minutes, 55 seconds
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ELECTRIC Honda Ridgeline Maker Reaction!! - Ep. 226

We all made fun of the Ridgeline... until now!!!  Electric Honda Ridgeline Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/
6/14/202153 minutes
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Solving the Lumber Crisis - Ep. 225

Title may be an overstatement, but give us your opinions on "affordable hardwoods" Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Chris's Semi Exact Legs: https://semiexact.com/collections/spider-legs-presale/products/spider-table-legs
6/6/202159 minutes, 24 seconds
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Chris has Aphantasia!! - ep. 224

No wonder he never get's what I'm trying to describe to him haha!! Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com -Chris's Semi Exact Legs: https://semiexact.com/collections/spider-legs-presale/products/spider-table-legs
5/23/202144 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ben U on Flagrant 2 - Ep. 223

Ben was on Flagrant " U" with Andrew Schulz, Mike used dirt as a concrete form, and Chris Designed prefab Table Legs with Semi Exact!! Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN --Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get a free trial of Premium Membership -Simple Finish is back in stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
5/17/20211 hour, 48 seconds
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Plywood Factory Field Trip! - Ep. 222

Ever wonder how they get veneers onto all of those sheet goods?? Let's talk about it! Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
4/30/202153 minutes, 28 seconds
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BUFF & TUFF - ep. 221

Mike apologizes for his terrible betting advice and we get to the bottom of when these lumber costs might be getting back to normal...if ever. Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH -Simple Cushions: https://simplecushioncompany.com
4/24/202145 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ben Askren vs Jake Paul OFFICIAL PREDICTIONS - ep. 220

Listen to the "Current Obsessions" section at the end of the show to hear our picks! Aside from that we mostly talk about building stuff! Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH
4/16/202149 minutes, 48 seconds
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Will Lumber Costs Go Down??? Ep. 219

The Pandemic has made lumber costs go THROUGH THE ROOF how does all this shake out??  Mike Montgomery: @modernbuilds Chris Salamone: @foureyesfurniture Ben Uyeda: @benjaminuyeda Support The Show by Supporting the Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at: https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Get a SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH
4/9/202147 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ep. 218 - NUTS TO BUTTS

Just your friendly, neighborhood Ben Uyeda 😂 Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH
3/21/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 6 seconds
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Ep. 217 - What Did We Get Wrong??

What's something you were confident of that ended up being the opposite?! Sponsors: -SawStop: https://bit.ly/3bKkMzH --Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get a free trial of Premium Membership
3/14/202156 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep. 216 - What's Your Next Big Experiment??

What are you excited to try next?!?! Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN
3/5/202151 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ep. 215 - Lift Gate Hits Woman

Stay Safe Out There! @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda
2/28/202156 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep. 214 - Ben Got The Windmill Blades!!!

back and better than ever!! Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN @modernbuilds - Mike Montgomery @benjaminuyeda - Ben Uyeda @foureyesfurniture - Chris Salamone
2/20/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ep. 213 - Two Mics, No Mikes

On this episode we're down one mic and one Mike. But Ben and Chris, somehow, were still able to talk about what they've been up to and answer some listener questions. Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN @modernbuilds - Mike Montgomery @benjaminuyeda - Ben Uyeda @foureyesfurniture - Chris Salamone
2/5/202156 minutes, 9 seconds
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Ep. 212 - HGTV is Trash

On this episode we dive into the changing landscape of "home renovation content" Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN @modernbuilds - Mike Montgomery @benjaminuyeda - Ben Uyeda @foureyesfurniture - Chris Salamone
1/22/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 32 seconds
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Recycled Plastic Guitar - Ep. 211

First episode of the Modern Maker Podcast for 2021, let's start it off strong! Sponsors: -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN -Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get a free trial of Premium Membership @modernbuilds - Mike Montgomery @benjaminuyeda - Ben Uyeda @foureyesfurniture - Chris Salamone https://makerbrandco.com 
1/7/20211 hour, 17 minutes, 20 seconds
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EP. 210 - WINNERS ANNOUNCED!! #ROCKLERDESKCHALLENGE

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the over 1000+ posts on the hashtags #rocklerdeskchallenge. Y'all built some incredible projects and we took time in this episode to highlight as many as we could and at the end of the episode we announce our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Thanks to Rockler as always for being such a great supporter of the online maker community! Sponsors: -Visit https://www.mintmobile.com/modern for UNLIMITED Talk, Text, and Data for $30/month -Go to https://convertkit.com/modernmaker to sign up for a free account and find your audience faster. -Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode, learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker Watch the #Rocklerdeskchallenge YouTube playlist!! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvubxQyFY-Ug17V1woqtNpmFmTHjQvQNn https://www.rockler.com/desk-challenge
12/20/202057 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ep. 209 - Gingerbread Mansion

Why not, since nobody eats them anyways! Support the Show, Support the Sponsors :) -Visit https://www.mintmobile.com/modern for UNLIMITED Talk, Text, and Data for $30/month -Go to https://convertkit.com/modernmaker to sign up for a free account and find your audience faster. -Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN
12/11/20201 hour, 16 seconds
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Ep. 208 - Flipping a Tractor

There’s a lot happening the week after thanksgiving and we’re here to keep you updated!! Thanks to the Sponsors of today’s episode! -Go to https://convertkit.com/modernmaker to sign up for a free account and find your audience faster. -Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode, learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker -Visit https://www.mintmobile.com/modern for UNLIMITED Talk, Text, and Data for $30/month -Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKERand get a free trial of Premium Membership
12/4/20201 hour, 16 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep. 207 - Mike Bought a House to Renovate

Thanksgiving Day Special!!! Thanks to everyone who listens and supports, have a great weekend!!! Sponsors: Go to https://convertkit.com/modernmaker to sign up for a free account and find your audience faster. Visit https://www.mintmobile.com/modern for UNLIMITED Talk, Text, and Data for $30/month
11/26/202048 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ep. 206 - Hand Tool Fight to the Death!

What non motorized tool would you bring into battle? Also... send us some more crazy topic ideas like this! Support the Show; Support the Sponsors: -Visit https://www.mintmobile.com/modern for UNLIMITED Talk, Text, and Data for $30/month -Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode, learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker -Go to https://convertkit.com/modernmaker to sign up for a FREE account and find your audience faster.
11/20/202050 minutes, 14 seconds
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Ep. 205 - Building with Old Windmill Blades

What would you make out of retired windmill blades? Go to https://convertkit.com/modernmaker to sign up for a free account and find your audience faster.
11/12/20201 hour, 1 minute, 38 seconds
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Ep. 204 - HOTSHOT IT!!!

Pouring a concrete slab, brainstorming the perfect shoe wheel, and more!! This week's episode of the Modern Maker Podcast is a #Certifiedbanger Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode - learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker Try Indeed out with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT at https://www.Indeed.com/MODERN  PSA the RocklerDeskChallenge has been extended, and will now end on November 30th 2020. So you've still got plenty of time to get in there and mix things up.
11/8/202057 minutes, 16 seconds
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Ep. 203 - Frankinception

The #RocklerDeskChallenge is live now and you have until the 30th of November (2020) to get in your projects. Still plenty of time, depending on when you're reading this. If it's 2027 and you're reading this, the challenge is over...long over....but man what a challenge it was :) 
10/29/202056 minutes, 49 seconds
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ep. 202 - Mullet Desk

Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode - learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker PSA the RocklerDeskChallenge has been extended, and will now end on November 30th 2020. So you've still got plenty of time to get in there and mix things up. 
10/22/202049 minutes, 30 seconds
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Ep. 201 | Ben Almost Lost an Eye!!!

What a crazy week! Safety police be warned :) Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors: -Go to HelloFresh.com/80MODERN and use code 80MODERN to get a total of $80 off across 5 boxes, including free shipping on your first box! -Try Maker Brand Simple Finish: https://makerbrandco.com
10/16/202058 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ep. 200 - The 200th Episode!

Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode - learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker We can't do it live and in-person like the 100th episode...but we can still answer your questions. So that's what we did :) 
10/9/20201 hour, 8 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ep. 199 | Building New Skills #rocklerdeskchallenge

How to you retain skills? Explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/modernmaker and the first 1,000 people to use our link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership” #rocklerdeskchallenge info: https://www.rockler.com/desk-challenge
10/3/202033 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ep. 198 - New Challenge Is Live! The #RocklerDeskChallenge

Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode - learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker A new episode is live. The #RocklerDeskChallenge which will run from now until Nov. 5th 2020. For full details on how to enter, what you'll win, and all that good stuff, follow the link here: www.rockler.com/desk-challenge
9/24/202046 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ep. 197 | You Ask, We Answer.

Today on the Modern Maker Podcast, the crew goes back and forth answering questions fielded by the audience. 
9/21/202054 minutes, 9 seconds
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Ep. 196 - Super Hot Sky Scrapper Takes

You asked for it...and we have them. Hot takes on sky scrappers. Enjoy
9/5/202047 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep. 195 - A Hairpin Idea

Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode - learn more by visiting https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker In this episode the boys discuss everything from wooden stuff to metal stuff, and maybe even a little plastic stuff.
8/28/202052 minutes, 4 seconds
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Ep. 194 | Container House: SOLD

Built for: $_______ Sold for: $________... Find out in today's episode with Ben Uyeda, Chris Salamone, and Mike Montgomery. Modern Builds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIxAaCJ84uefATKmazDyIjw Foureyes Furniture: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1V-DYqsaj764uBis9-UDug Homemade Modern: https://www.youtube.com/user/HomeMadeModern
8/14/202056 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep. 193 | Foureyes Furniture Q&A w/ Chris Salamone and Shaun Boyd

This week the "Foureyes Guys" Chris and Shaun answer listener questions while the Mike and Ben are out!  
 Support or sponsors: Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! Get Simple Finish: https://makerbrandco.com/collections/simple-finish/products/simple-finish-hardening-finish-with-wax-sealer-for-wood
8/10/202054 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep. 192 | Know What, Know Why.

Today on the Modern Maker Podcast Ben Uyeda, Chris Salamone, and Mike Montgomery discuss the core ideas behind understanding WHAT is the right procedure, but more importantly; they WHY behind it. Understanding that unlocks unlocks shortcuts, new techniques, and a lot of creative freedom.  https://makerbrandco.com/ @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda on instagram!
7/24/202057 minutes, 33 seconds
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Ep. 191 | Planning vs Scheduling

In today's episode, Chris Salamone, Ben Uyeda, and Mike Montgomery chat about the difference between planning and scheduling goals and how those two concepts work together towards making ideas come to life. Simple Finish: https://makerbrandco.com/collections/simple-finish Modern Builds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIxAaCJ84uefATKmazDyIjw Foureyes Furniture: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1V-DYqsaj764uBis9-UDug  Homemade Modern: https://www.youtube.com/user/HomeMadeModern
7/17/202044 minutes, 52 seconds
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Ep. 190 | How Much is a Buttload??

Enough Said. Support or sponsors: Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! Get Simple Finish: https://makerbrandco.com/collections/simple-finish/products/simple-finish-hardening-finish-with-wax-sealer-for-wood
7/13/202057 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ep. 189 | $500 in Materials to Make a $6000 Table

Are you charging the right amount for projects you design / build?? Ben Uyeda, Chris Salamone, and Mike Montgomery discuss how to get the most value out of your time and ideas based on our own experiences.  Get Simple Finish: https://makerbrandco.com/collections/simple-finish/products/simple-finish-hardening-finish-with-wax-sealer-for-wood
7/6/20201 hour, 14 minutes, 50 seconds
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Ep. 188 | Flex Seal Jet Ski

We're back after a week off and had one of our funnest episodes in a while. We had some technical issues causing us to miss last thursday, but will be posting every thursday from here on!! Thanks for listening and don't forget to follow everyone on instagram!!
6/29/20201 hour, 42 seconds
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Ep. 187 | Gimmick Tools, Gimmick Projects, All the Gimmicks

Like the show? Leave us a nice review :) Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/12/202055 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep. 186 | This one is a little heavy

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/5/202049 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep. 185 | Ramblin'

This week we rambled on for 77 minutes instead of our normal 60 minutes. That's 17 extra minutes of hot ramblin' action! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/31/20201 hour, 17 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ep. 184 | What's the Plan

Support The Show by Supporting Our Sponsors:  Literati - go to https://literati.com/modernmaker for 25% your first two orders! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/21/202057 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ep. 183 | You Live Your Life Like You Eat A Salad

Support Our Sponsors:  Bespoke Post - Get 20% off your first monthly box when you sign up at http://www.BoxOfAwesome.com and enter the code maker20 at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/14/20201 hour, 7 seconds
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Ep. 182 | Don't Blink

Sponsors: Thank you to the new show "THE SHIVERING TRUTH" - season two, premiering Sunday May 10 th at midnight. Only on Adult Swim. It starts with a quiver... a strange, incomprehensible thought grabs you. That thought, leads to a tremble... the tremble of preparing to act. The act, leads to a shudder... a shudder of deep regret. In the end, though, there is only truth. A truth which leaves you shivering with fear... or is it laughter? Is it all just a cosmic joke?  Watch and find out.  The Shivering Truth, Sunday May 10th 2020 @ Midnight on Adult Swim Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/8/202050 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep. 181 | We Need a Hashtag!

Support The Show by Supporting Our Sponsors:  Literati - go to https://literati.com/modernmaker for 25% your first two orders! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/30/202058 minutes, 53 seconds
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EP. 180 | How Big Is My Speed Square??

A whole lot of shop talk, Thanks for listening. @modernmakerpodcast Support Our Sponsors:  Bespoke Post - Get 20% off your first monthly box when you sign up at http://www.BoxOfAwesome.com and enter the code maker20 at checkout.  Policy Genius: get life insurance right at https://www.policygenius.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/24/202057 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep. 179 | A Week Late

Support Our Sponsors: Bespoke Post - Get 20% off your first monthly box when you sign up at http://www.BoxOfAwesome.com and enter the code maker20 at checkout. SkillShare - Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/17/202056 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep. 178 | Making Cameos

Support Our Sponsors: Visit https://betterhelp.com/modernmaker and join the over 500,000 people talking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional. Listeners receive 10% off first month using discount code: "MODERNMAKER" Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/3/202057 minutes, 36 seconds
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EP. 177 | Building The Ultimate Desk!

Today on the Modern Maker Podcast, Mike, Chris, and Ben do what they do best... Talk for an hour about building stuff :) Thanks for all the support and stay healthy! Support Our Sponsors: Visit https://betterhelp.com/modernmaker and join the over 500,000 people talking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional. Listeners receive 10% off first month using discount code: "MODERNMAKER" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/27/202058 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ep. 176 | Corona

Support the show by supporting our sponsors INEDEED - Post your job today at https://www.indeed.com/modern and get a free sponsored job upgrade on your first posting! BETTER HELP - get 10% off your first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/modernmaker We catch up on how the current world situation (Coronavirus) has been impacting us. Stay safe and healthy :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/22/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 3 seconds
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EP. 175 | Is Hemp Wood Any Good??

Today we catch up under quarantine. Chris is building with Hemp Wood, Ben may go overseas, and Mike is building away on the bus! Supporting Sponsors Supports The Show: For 20% off your first order, visit https://mackweldon.com/ and enter promo code: modernmaker ----------------------------- Go to https://www.plugfones.com/ to pick up a set of earplugs with audio! promo code: modernbuilds Have a great week everybody, stay healthy :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/17/202042 minutes, 1 second
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Ep. 174 | About a Bus...and other stuff

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Post your job today at https://www.indeed.com/modern and get a free sponsored job upgrade on your first posting! Mike's building out his bus. But for reals this time. Seriously. Go check his instagram if you don't believe me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/6/20201 hour, 12 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep. 173 | Ben Knows His Polar Bear Ish

On this episode the guys talk about Polar Bear fun facts, recap Workbench Con, and MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/27/202059 minutes, 5 seconds
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Ep. 172 | Question Roulette

On this episode Chris and Shaun asnwer some questions at random :) -also there was an editing error in the middle. See if you can spot it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/20/202049 minutes, 13 seconds
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Ep. 171 | Fully Moved In...Almost

On this episode the gang talks about Chris' expanding workshop, and very un-thought-out possibilities for the future of maker spaces Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/14/202059 minutes, 51 seconds
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Ep. 170 | Mike's On A Billboard - be on the lookout!

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! This week, during the episode, Mike had the brilliant idea of buying space on a road side billboard and slapping his face on it. If that doesn't make sense, "Just Google It" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/7/202050 minutes, 41 seconds
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EP. 169 | "Willpower Doesn't Work"

This week Ben and Mike talk about designing projects around reaching your 'desired outcome'. Willpower Doesn't Work, by Benjamin Hardy is the book that provided our jumping off point. Link below, check it out. Willpower Doesn't Work: https://amzn.to/2uMLJ2K Simple Finish is Back in Stock: https://makerbrandco.com/ Workbenchcon: https://www.workbenchcon.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/31/202047 minutes, 21 seconds
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Ep. 168 | M-A-T-H and stuff

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Explore your creativity at http://www.Skillshare.com/MODERNMAKER and get 2 free months of premium membership! On today's episode we have A REALLY GOOD conversation. So basically, same old same old :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/23/202059 minutes, 57 seconds
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Ep. 167 | A Very Special Tuesday Episode...Not Really

On this special Tuesday episode of the Modern Maker Podcast, that we are putting up because we missed getting it out last week, we talk about...you guessed it...making stuff :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/21/20201 hour, 2 minutes, 37 seconds
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EP. 166 | Ben's Building Beds

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: -Explore your creativity at https://skillshare.com/modernmaker and get 2 free months of Premium Membership. - Go to http://www.HoneyBook.com/MODERNMAKER for 50% off of your first year! On today's show, Ben Uyeda and Mike Montgomery talk about the changes they've seen in their building and the way they make things over the past few years of building regularly while Chris is away at CES in Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/16/202052 minutes
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Ep. 165 | It's The Future!

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Go to http://www.HoneyBook.com/MODERNMAKER for 50% off of your first year! On this episode we catch up after having taken a little break during December while Mike and Ben finished up the Podcast Studio, and Chris sat around on his lazy bum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/3/20201 hour, 8 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep. 164 | Building in Heaven

On this episode we talk about the repeal of prohibition, the surprising beauty of Shanghai, and showing bad TV shows to kids. You know...just typical making related content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/6/20191 hour, 1 minute, 58 seconds
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Ep. 163 | Q and A - Cybertrucks, Makerbrand, Headphones, NBA, and MORE!!!

In this episode Ben is gone, so Mike and Chris do a little good old fashioned Q and A. I would list some of the questions here, but I kinda already did it up in the title. So why do it right? I tell ya what...I'll meet you half way. I'm gonna Copy and Paste it here: Ep. 163 | Q and A - Cybertrucks, Makerbrand, Headphones, NBA, and MORE!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/28/20191 hour, 9 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ep. 162 | Tree-less, House-less, Treehouse

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Go to http://www.HoneyBook.com/MODERNMAKER for 50% off of your first year! On Today's episode, Ben breaks his tree house, removes skin from his finger, and Mike build's his 17th coffee table with a not-so-hidden drawer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/22/20191 hour, 1 minute, 51 seconds
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Ep. 161 | RocklerBentWoodChallenge Wrap Up and Winners Announced

On today's show we wrap up the Rockler Bent Wood Challenge! We had so many awesome submissions there was no way we could have possibly covered everything, so instead, we made a Top 10. First we go over the submissions we placed 10-4 in random order (not numbered) then we went over a few "honorable mention" projects, and finally announced the 3rd, 2nd, and 1st place winners. Thank you again to all who entered. So many mind blowing projects and videos...we truly were overwhelmed and we can't wait to do it again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/14/20191 hour, 5 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ep. 160 | Giving it 10%

No real direction to this conversation. It kind of jumps all over the place. We did get on a kick about working with agencies. I think Agents might take 10%...maybe...who knows. Hence the title Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/7/201953 minutes, 47 seconds
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EP. 159 | Mike Effed Up

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Go to http://www.HoneyBook.com/MODERNMAKER for 50% off of your first year! 3M Clash of the Grinders - Enter At 3M.com/PodClash On today's episode we recap what's happened over the past two weeks... turns out it was a lot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/31/20191 hour, 14 minutes, 6 seconds
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Ep. 158 | Two Guys One Mic

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Go to http://www.HoneyBook.com/MODERNMAKER for 50% off of your first year! On this episode Mike and Ben are coming to you live from New York (Chris is in California,) and talk about what has taken them out there. Spoiler alert...they are building out a podcasting space. Not for us...we're still gonna be janky AF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/18/201956 minutes, 14 seconds
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Ep. 157 | MakesGiving 2019 Recap

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Go to http://www.HoneyBook.com/MODERNMAKER for 50% off of your first year! Visit http://www.volusion.com/MAKER Get a free 14-day, no risk trial. No credit card required and get 50% off your first month’s plan with code MAKER. On this episode Mike and Ben are flying solo...or would it be flying duo? Either way, it's the two of them without Chris...so I guess if anything Chris is flying solo? I give up.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/11/201953 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep. 156 | Carrots and Nutella

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Skill Share - Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker Simple Habit: 30% off Premium Subscriptions for the first 50 Listeners - Simplehabit.com/modernmaker On this episode we talk about all of the most important things in the world, including, but not limited too gross bedtime snacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/3/201955 minutes, 33 seconds
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Ep. 155 | The Greatest Intro Ever Recorded...that we forgot to record

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Story Blocks - https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker 3M Clash of the Grinders - Enter At 3M.com/PodClash Visit volusion.com/MAKER Get a free 14-day, no risk trial. No credit card required and get 50% off your first month’s plan with code MAKER. On this episode the guys talk about Johnny Apple Seed, Possible Workshop Classes, Possible Plans, And all kinds of other stuff...that are possible.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/26/20191 hour, 7 minutes, 13 seconds
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Ep. 154 | Sweating Mayonnaise & Sneezing Hot Sauce

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Story Blocks - https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker Skill Share - Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker On this episode Chris is joined by Shaun Boyd. The two answer listener submitted questions including the possible bursting of the maker bubble, what we hope to gain from our collaboration, and weather we prefer original or double Stuf Oreos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/19/201956 minutes, 2 seconds
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Ep. 153 | Epoxy Sandwich

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Story Blocks - https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker Visit https://www.volusion.com/MAKER Get a free 14-day, no risk trial. No credit card required and get 50% off your first month’s plan with code MAKER. On this episode, we talk about some of the interesting things we've seen in the #RocklerBentWoodChallenge, Epoxy Sandwiches, and Street Fighter II Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/12/20191 hour, 13 minutes, 5 seconds
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Ep. 152 | With Extra Cheese

Support the show by supporting our sponsors Simple Habit: 30% off Premium Subscriptions for the first 50 Listeners - Simplehabit.com/modernmaker Story Blocks - https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker On this episode, we talk about the launch of the latest challenge the #RocklerBentWoodChallenge - the videos are up and the community is already showing off some really impressive work and ideas.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/5/201953 minutes, 57 seconds
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Ep. 151 | #RocklerBentWoodChallenge Begins!

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: 3M Clash of the Grinders - Enter At 3M.com/PodClash Visit volusion.com/MAKER Get a free 14-day, no risk trial. No credit card required and get 50% off your first month’s plan with code MAKER. The Rockler Bent Wood Challenge officially launches today! We'll cover it all here...and if you want to read about the rules, just visit www.rockler.com/bentwoodchallenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/29/20191 hour, 8 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep. 150 | Once Upon A Time in Bending Wood

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: My Wall Street - Visit https://www.mywallst.com/modernmaker to download their app now and get access to their market-beating stock picks and expert guidance. Story Blocks -  https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker  On this episode, learn why Ben punched somebody in the teeth, why Mike might make a giant pipe, and what Chris thought of "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/22/20191 hour, 5 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep. 149 | Unofficial Challenge Announcement

Supporting the show by supporting our sponsors:  Simple Habit: 30% off Premium Subscriptions for the first 50 Listeners - Simplehabit.com/modernmaker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/15/201957 minutes, 51 seconds
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Ep. 148 | Best Sandwich Nominees (Summer 2019 Edition)

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: Visit https://www.mywallst.com/modernmaker to download their app now and get access totheir market-beating stock picks and expert guidance. Story Blocks: https://www.storyblocks.com/modernmaker It's the moment you've waited all year four. Which three sandwiches will earn nominees. Listen to find out!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/9/20191 hour, 45 seconds
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Ep. 147 | Ben "Powdered Gold" Uyeda

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: Story Blocks: https://storyblocks.com/modernmaker On this episode Ben reveals his alter ego :)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/1/20191 hour, 59 seconds
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Ep. 146 | Better Busier

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: Story Blocks: https://storyblocks.com/modernmaker This week we tell people they should drop out of school.....or do we??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/25/201951 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ep. 145 | Lightning Round 2

Today we go (relatively) quickly through more of the question you submitted last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/18/20191 hour, 7 minutes, 16 seconds
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EP. 144 | Dear 2029 Us

Support the show by supporting our sponsors: Story Blocks: https://storyblocks.com/modernmaker Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker This week on the Modern Maker Podcast, we answer some burning listener questions including where we would like to see our content go over the next 10 years! Oh, and Ben's MIA this week traveling for the mini cooper electric gig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/11/20191 hour, 1 minute, 53 seconds
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Ep. 143 | Dear 2014 Us

In this episode we are asked to give advice to ourselves from 5 years ago. And we oblige :)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/4/20191 hour, 6 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep. 142 | Ben Is Mad!

Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors! Story Blocks: https://storyblocks.com/modernmaker Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker Somebody is messin' with Ben's dance floor...and he is not happy about it. Also we answer a few questions, and talk about Onions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/28/201959 minutes, 21 seconds
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EP. 141 | DIGITAL FABRICATION ISN'T "EASIER"

Support Our Sponsors:. http://storyblocks.com/modernmaker Skeptics say using tools like 3D printers and CNC Machines and makes building things easier. Let's talk about that ;) https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/21/20191 hour, 5 minutes, 25 seconds
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EP. 140 | What Tools Should I Get?

Today, we chat about the common questions we always get asked :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/13/201953 minutes, 12 seconds
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EP. 139 | Shi++y Terrazzo

Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors! Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker _ On this episode we talk about making white concrete, making terrazzo out of oreos, and prancercizing :)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/6/20191 hour, 3 minutes, 11 seconds
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EP. 138 | Those Who Can't

On today's episode we talk about Mojitos, Teaching, and....ummm....something else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/31/20191 hour, 1 minute, 32 seconds
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EP 137 | Living The Dream

Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors! Get 50% Off Plus Free Shipping at: https://drinktrade.com with promocode MODERNMAKER Today we talk about Slam Ball, Bidets...and of course, making stuff :)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/24/20191 hour, 38 seconds
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Ep. 136 | Things are Falling Apart

Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors! Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker _ On this episode we talk about some of our projects that, maybe, aren't holding up as well as we might have hoped. Plus a bunch of other happier stuff :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/17/20191 hour, 2 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ep. 135 | 10,000 Hours

Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors! Get 50% Off Plus Free Shipping at: https://drinktrade.com with promocode MODERNMAKER _ On this episode we talk about Socks, Nintendo Switch, and Time...oh, and making stuff :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/9/201952 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep. 134 | PizzaBurgerSub

Support the Show by Supporting our Sponsors! Get 50% Off Plus Free Shipping at: https://drinktrade.com with promocode MODERNMAKER Get 2 months of Skillshare for FREE: https://skillshare.com/modernmaker _ On this episode we talk about cheeseburgers, pizza, stickers, basketball, coffee, weed wackers....on and making stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/2/20191 hour, 17 minutes, 39 seconds
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Ep. 133 | World Penguin Day

Sorry we missed last week. But I tell you what. To make up for it we'll ramble on for an extra 9 or so minutes this week. Even? Cool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/25/20191 hour, 9 minutes, 51 seconds
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Ep. 132 | Bamboo...it's not just for Juice Shops Anymore

On this episode we talk about Ben's re-found love of Bamboo Plywood, collaborating, and...I think that's actually about it :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/11/201957 minutes, 28 seconds
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EP. 131 | Breakfast

Thank you Duke Cannon for sponsoring this episode. Save 15% with offer code MODERNMAKER at https://dukecannon.com/ On this episode Mike makes his return to update us on his condition, and then we answer a few more Qs that we couldn't get to last week...including our thoughts on breakfast. Oh my! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/4/20191 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ep. 130 | Mikes of Hazard

This episode is brought to you by: Skillshare (get 2 months for free) https://www.skillshare.com/modernmaker Duke Cannon (save 15% with offer code MODERNMAKER) https://dukecannon.com/ On today's episode we give a brief update on Mike's condition (he is fine) and then do some good old fashioned question answering :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/28/201959 minutes, 44 seconds
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EP. 129 | Certified Banger

This week on the Modern Maker Podcast, Mike, Chris, and Ben sit down with Johnny Brooke from Crafted Workshop to chat about what going down at the #RocklerRetreat in Whittier, CA. @Craftedworkshop @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/21/20191 hour, 5 minutes, 16 seconds
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EP. 128 | The Problem With Routines

"Getting In a Groove" can be really awesome. Things seem to fall into place, but often times that flow can be hard to maintain. What to do when your routines get disrupted and how to make the best of any situation. Bring out your inner mixologist with Shaker and Spoon. Visit: shakerandspoon.com/modernmaker for $20 off you first subscription. Join the millions of students already learning on Skillshare today at: https://www.skillshare.com/modernmaker for 2 months of unlimited access free. @modernmakerpodcast @modernbuilds @benjaminuyeda @foureyesfurniture Thanks for listening to the Modern Maker Podcast. Until next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/14/20191 hour, 1 minute
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Ep. 127 | Paul Jackman: In His Element

Welcome to a brand new episode of the Modern Maker Podcast. Presented by the All New 2004 Honda Element...apparently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/7/201956 minutes, 28 seconds
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EP. 126 | SAVE-A-MIKE

#Workbenchcon2019 recap to end all recaps. https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/28/201956 minutes, 42 seconds
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ep. 125 | 1-on-1 with Jonny Builds

Today Chris and Jonny from the YouTube channel "Jonny Builds" chat 1-on-1 about viral videos, dumpster fires, and everything in between. Which is actually nothing. We were surprised by how closely related those two things are. You will be too :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/14/201944 minutes, 14 seconds
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EP. 124 | The Next Challenge

What should the next podcast challenge be??? @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/7/201959 minutes, 27 seconds
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Ep. 123 | Rakem Nredom

Mike gets butt hurt, Chris is seeing Starrs, and Ben is ruining Joshua Tree...all that and more on today's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/31/201953 minutes, 35 seconds
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EP. 122 | Determining Value

When's it worth splurging and when it's best being budget-minded https://www.workbenchcon.com/ https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/25/20191 hour, 4 minutes
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Ep. 121 | Ef You En

Ben likes Prairie Dogs, Chris can cut more than just farts, and Mike discovers routing...it's a really FUN episode :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/17/20191 hour, 8 minutes, 39 seconds
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EP. 120 | F*ck You Money

New Year, Same Us :) makerbrandco.com https://www.workbenchcon.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/11/20191 hour, 10 minutes, 52 seconds
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EP. 119 | Low Expectations

Today we talk about low expectations and Meat Loaf. Mostly Meat Loaf. Check out Greg Raiewski on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gregoryraiewski/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/20/201844 minutes, 48 seconds
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EP. 118 | Sellouts.

This week on the Modern Maker Podcast, Mike, Chris, & Ben discuss tools, travel, and when advertising crosses the line into selling out. @modernbuilds @Foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/13/201852 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep. 117 | Open Desks & Closed Minds

Opendesk is an online marketplace that hosts independently designed furniture and connects its customers to local makers around the world. Todays conversation centers around a listener question and somewhat impromptu responses as the three of us digest the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/29/201850 minutes, 8 seconds
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EP. 116 | The Thanksgiving Show

Maker Brand Co. Black Friday Sale: 15% off Sitewide. Starting Friday at 6:00 a.m. https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/23/201838 minutes, 30 seconds
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ep. 115 | Side Bar

No Topic for today's episode, just three dudes shooting the breeze. Talking trash on Cantaloupe, Honey Dews and other Melon :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/15/201849 minutes, 46 seconds
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EP. 114 | Value Your Time.

Time.. It's all we have. https://makerbrandco.com/ https://www.workbenchcon.com/ @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/8/201852 minutes, 4 seconds
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Ep. 113 | I Quit

Obsessions: Ben's Pick - Reply All Podcast episode 102: https://www.gimletmedia.com/reply-all/102-long-distance-parts-1-2#episode-player Mike's pick - The Every Day Calendar KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/simonegiertz/the-every-day-calendar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/1/201853 minutes, 10 seconds
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EP. 112 | Artsy Entrepreneurs

What were some of our early experiences that made us the way we are. https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/27/201857 minutes, 10 seconds
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Ep 111 | Reverse Roast

In Today's episode we re-do our origin stories...only as told through the other two host's eyes. Makes sense? Enjoy :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/18/201859 minutes, 26 seconds
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EP 110 | Son of a Pitch

Free Simple Finish Samples: https://makerbrandproducts.com/order-form23493923 How to convey your idea thoroughly without losing your audience. @modernbuilds @benjaminuyeda @foureyesfurniture @makerbrandco Mango Street: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5bp5_6h-ZxkBz6S_33ZUVg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/11/201856 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ep 109 | Up The River

You may have heard about the recent trademark controversy surrounding River Tables. Well we had friend of the show, fellow maker, all around nice guy, and most of all Patent Attorney Mike Clifford, AKA the Modustrial Maker, on to help us sort out the trademark and what it probably means for you. PROBABLY. If you want real advice, talk to a lawyer about your specific situation :) https://www.instagram.com/modustrialmaker/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/4/20181 hour, 1 minute, 12 seconds
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Ep. 108 | Johnny "The Official" IV

The Simple Oil Free Sample has come and gone. We will try to do it again, follow us on IG to make sure you hear it first. On today's episode we chat with Johnny Brooke, and make him the official 4th host of the podcast. It's a pretty loose episode with no real topic, but we think you'll have fun hanging out with us. Mike's Obsession - https://www.color-hex.com/ Johnny's Obsession - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbpMy0Fg74eXXkvxJrtEn3w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/27/201859 minutes, 37 seconds
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EP. 107 | From Design-to-Product

Interesting aspects of the design / manufacturing process. https://makerbrandco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/20/201857 minutes, 12 seconds
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EP. 106 | Fight Procrastination

How to delay a fight... wait. That's not it. https://makerbrandco.com/ @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benaminuyeda @makerbrand @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/6/201849 minutes, 1 second
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Ep. 105 | PIVOT! PIVOT! PIVOT!

For $20 off a suitcase, visit http://awaytravel.com/maker and use promo code maker during checkout! Today the gang talks about their tendencies to pivot mid project, and some examples of times they've pivoted and why. Obsessions: Chris - Taku Yabuki https://open.spotify.com/track/15FuvbexGScAidkZgyKopp?si=14gFl2HETHq1TjfxnpytSw Mike - Rhett and Link on Hot Ones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR3tCFXcbu4 Ben - Tim Ferris Show ep. 322 w/Andrew Robinson https://tim.blog/2018/06/21/adam-robinson/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/30/201848 minutes, 19 seconds
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EP. 104 | Time vs. Materials

https://makerbrandco.com/ Maker Brand Co. launched today! To those who have already supported, thank you! To those interested in learning more, please follow the link at the top of the description. @johnnybuilds @lukelampcompany @benjaminuyeda @foureyesfurniture @modernbuilds @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/24/201847 minutes, 24 seconds
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EP. 103 | Lessons From Gary Vee

Building a business around YOU. https://makerbrandco.com/ @Makerbrandcom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/16/201855 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep. 102 | ...and beyond

This week the guys reflect back on the first 100 episodes, and where the show might possibly go. LINKS: The Forney Welders that Ben talked about: the 3 in 1 that costs $375 - https://amzn.to/2KtSeK5 The Entry level that costs $190 - https://amzn.to/2AL3WjI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/9/201856 minutes, 54 seconds
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EP. 101 | w/ Made For Profit

Ben Uyeda and Mike Montgomery sit down with Brad Rodriguez from 'Fix This Build That' and John Maleki "The Builder". Together they host the business focused podcast Made For Profit. Fix This Build That: https://www.instagram.com/fixthisbuildthat/?hl=en John Maleki: https://www.instagram.com/john_malecki/?hl=en Pricing Guide: https://madeforprofit.com/pricingguide/ @modermakerpodcast @benuyeda @foureyesfurniture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/3/20181 hour, 25 seconds
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Ep. 100 | 100th LIVE

Coming to you live from beautiful Whittier California! Special Thanks to Local Fixture for hosting us: https://www.instagram.com/localfixture/ And thank you to all those who came out, and all those who listen week in and week out. I know sometimes we're not the most professional. We pretty much just hit record and blabber for an hour - and you make it not weird by being on the other end to hear it all :) We're all truly appreciative, and here's to another 100! - Mike, Ben, and Chris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/26/201854 minutes, 26 seconds
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EP. 099 | Execution in Design

Do your abilities limit your ideas? @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda https://makerbrandco.com/?reqp=1&reqr= Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/19/201845 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ep. 098 | Stay In Your Lane

Everybody's favorite topic...answering submitted questions!!!!! Follow Maker Brand, Co | https://www.instagram.com/makerbrandco/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/12/201856 minutes, 42 seconds
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EP. 097 | Half-Year Assessment.

Anybody can make New Year's resolutions... few can remember them :) #wheresJimmy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/5/201857 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ep. 096 | With Modustrial Maker

Modustrial Maker - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aRTgvFLqnK1S0RsWZzlMw Local Fixture - https://www.localfixture.com/ https://www.instagram.com/localfixture/ Modern Maker Podcast LIVE RSVP - https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/mmp100/ GFRC from Fishstone - http://www.concretecountertopsupply.com/index.php?app=cms&ns=display&sid=di16r31m7mwx4y74z14o4uwb63s37l8a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/28/201843 minutes, 12 seconds
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EP. 095 | Tackling BIG Projects

What changes when you go from working on your typical project to trying something new and out of your comfort zone. MMP 100 Event: https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/mmp100/ Maker Brand: https://makerbrandco.com/ @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/21/201853 minutes, 55 seconds
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EP. 094 | Maker Brand Co Announcement

We have some exciting news! We're starting a company called Maker Brand Co with a really simple philosophy. We want to offer tools, and other good that are made "For Makers, By Makers" Now we're announcing this pretty early on in the game, and that's because we want you to all be a part of it. We're starting off simply with a set of clamps, but we're already working on other lines that include pull saws, finishes and more. Website: https://makerbrandco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makerbrandco/?hl=en Obsessions: Ben's Pick John Malecki on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVUSDq6-oSpWAAPUppHFtZQ Jordan's Pick Proof Eyewear - https://www.instagram.com/proofeyewear/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/14/201841 minutes, 56 seconds
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The #RocklerPlywoodChallenge Winner Announced!

Watch the wrap up video here: https://youtu.be/-5vB-bAEsu4 Live watch party: https://youtu.be/f4ZVjNPCiK4 See every entry on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/rocklerplywoodchallenge/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/7/201826 seconds
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EP. 093 | Keep Your Hands Off My Feed!

https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/rocklerplywoodchallenge/ Chris' Pick - https://www.instagram.com/jmakes_yt/ Mike's Pick - https://www.instagram.com/osodiy/ https://www.instagram.com/gryphontrain/ Ben's Pick - https://www.instagram.com/pc_makes/ Obsessions: Chris - Beat Saber https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tl-shTJ0cHA Mike - PICA Pen https://www.amazon.com/PICA-150-46-SB-Deep-Hole/dp/B06XDFY45B/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1527702983&sr=8-2&keywords=pica+pen&linkCode=sl1&tag=modebuil0b-20&linkId=2cbc0394fb422dad24654a26e52ef802 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/31/201849 minutes, 18 seconds
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EP. 092 | The Future of Furniture Design

How does technology and lifestyle determine the characteristics of what we build? To see all of the #rocklerplywoodchallenge entries that we talked about in this episode, check out our wrap-up post on @modernmakerpodcast on instagram. @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/24/201851 minutes, 25 seconds
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Ep. 091 | Geoffrey's Revenge

#RocklerPlywoodChallenge Picks: Chris' Picks : Snowhartdesigns | https://www.instagram.com/snowhartdesign/?hl=en ShaunBoydMadeThis | https://www.instagram.com/shaunboydmadethis/?hl=en Mike's Pick: Okie_woodworker | https://www.instagram.com/okie_woodworker/?hl=en Ben's Pick: BeenehBuilds | https://www.instagram.com/beenehbuilds/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/17/201855 minutes, 25 seconds
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EP. 090 | Chris' Descent to Loser-Dumb :)

Check out all the #rocklerplywoodchallenge entries we talked about on our @modernmakerpodcast instagram wrap up post! This week we talk about trying... and failing. Product Design, and Pop Tarts... again. Obsessions: Chris: Arrested Development Reboot Mike: Crafts With Ellen | https://goo.gl/At8MVU Ben: @ConcretePig | https://goo.gl/ozRukP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/10/201841 minutes, 45 seconds
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EP. 089 | Collaborating...and Pop Tarts

The #RocklerPlywoodChallenge is in full swing and we've got some awesome entries. Each week at the beginning of the show we'll be highlighting some of our favorites for the week. Chris's Pick:@engstrom.design Ben's Picks:@Whitegrainwoodworking @Manolis_Sampson @baloni_snekkeri Mike's Pick: @pc_makes Check out the # for more entries and to enter! Thanks to Mike Clifford from Modustrial Maker for the GFRC knowledge! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aRTgvFLqnK1S0RsWZzlMw Obsessions: @onyxmotorbikes @minimalistbible @poptartsus :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/3/201842 minutes, 4 seconds
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EP. 088 | Ben's Getting Too Old For This Shhh

Thank you HelloFresh! Get $30 off your first week of HelloFresh at http://hellofresh.com with Promo Code modern30 Rockler Plywood Challenge Rules - https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/plywood-challenge Jonny Builds #RocklerPlywoodChallenge video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6TPT5GwKzw last. on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shop_last/ Our Instagram Pages: MMP - https://www.instagram.com/modernmakerpodcast/ Mike - https://www.instagram.com/modernbuilds/ Chris - https://www.instagram.com/foureyesfurniture/ Ben - https://www.instagram.com/benjaminuyeda/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/26/201843 minutes, 41 seconds
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EP. 087 | #RocklerPlywoodChallenge

It's finally here: The second Modern Maker Podcast challenge. This time we partnered with Rockler to put on a Single Sheet of Plywood challenge. All the info you'll need is in this episode or at https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/plywood-challenge/ Make sure and use the tag #RocklerPlywoodChallenge to enter and post your progress pics. Chris's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=marOhskYtAE Mike's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-wpTk7AHH8 Ben's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUUKI5jLWGg Thanks for all of the Call-in's it was a ton of fun. Going forward feel free to record a voice memo and email it to modernmakerpodcast@gmail.com Studio Wall Video: Coming soon Interview W/ Steven Kenn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8E9eQGH22IE Fast Cap Little Gripper: https://amzn.to/2Hf3Pf2 AO5 Studio: https://www.instagram.com/a05studio/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/19/201855 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep. 086 | PB & J & S

This week we're talking about challenges, and next week were officially announcing the next challenge along with all of the details, and releasing all of our entries. By "Our" I mean Mike, Ben, and Chris Chris' Music Pick - https://open.spotify.com/track/3naMieRVMmNg3sCRDLbtlZ Ben's Music Pick - https://open.spotify.com/track/6NsN1PB6Nw7UIZPciA81lv Mike's Music Pick - https://open.spotify.com/track/4q3KkucNQOahEc2e8ZzxWL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/12/201844 minutes, 40 seconds
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EP. 085 | Building Things Out of Skateboards w/ Ben Paik @wobydesign

This week we discuss the challenges and opportunities of building pieces from recycled skateboards with Ben Paik from Woby Design. Also, we rag on river tables. enjoy. @modernmakerpodcast @wobydesign @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda STUFF WE TALKED ABOUT: @GregKlassen : OG River Table Guy @Focused_skateboard_woodworks John Maleki's River Table: https://youtu.be/IJ-hiw1CqyA Turboplane: https://amzn.to/2JnxAvM Other Carving Disk: https://amzn.to/2IAyLa1 Woby Design Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDjSle78ri-xeH0oyfMWisg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/6/201841 minutes, 17 seconds
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EP. 084 | Tech Empowering Product Designers

The Modern Maker Podcast. Links and Stuff: Goal Zero: https://www.goalzero.com/ Shapeways: https://www.shapeways.com/ Ryobi Dream Workshop: https://www.ryobitools.com/nation/dreamworkshop Brad's Table: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDbifk_UayU @modernbuilds @benjaminuyeda @foureyesfurniture @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/29/201846 minutes, 46 seconds
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EP. 083 | VAN DOWN BY THE RIVER ft. Jessie Uyeda

The first Joshua Tree Live Special! This time, featuring Jessie Uyeda. Congrats to Chris and welcome Otto: The newest Salamone! @modernmakerpodcast @foureyesfurniture @ijessup @benjaminuyeda @modernbuilds Who We Talked About: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dylanmagaster @cut_werx What We Talked About: https://www.goalzero.com/ http://www.carhartt.com/products/Force-Utility-Knit-Pant-102482 https://www.ryobitools.com/power-tools/products/details/3-1-4-portable-hand-planer https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdc9iEHKuyUNTGQNIpb0zYA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/22/201854 minutes, 14 seconds
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Ep. 082 | Breaking Ben

Mike is turning stuff, Chris is poorly Describing stuff, and Ben might be cooking stuff. All that plus a listener question and a hypothetical. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/15/201853 minutes
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EP. 081 | Sack Fin

Today we chat about our WBC experiences and answer a few questions. Check out the artist Mike mentioned on Instagram @hillashami.studio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/8/201856 minutes, 40 seconds
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Ep. 080 | Live from Workbench Con

check out http://www.casper.com/modernmaker This week we're coming to you live from Workbench Con for a round of Q&A! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/28/20181 hour, 1 minute, 38 seconds
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Ep. 079 | Turning Your Hobby Into A Bus

Check out https://www.audible.com/maker for a free audiobook and 30-day trial membership! Or just text maker to 500-500 In today's episode, Ben talks about wrapping up his build for "The Greats" in Venice, California! Mike is going to convert a bus into a luxury cruiser! And Chris painted MDF! Which of those doesn't deserve an exclamation mark? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/21/201851 minutes, 4 seconds
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EP. 078 | Actually

Thanks https://www.hellofresh.com for sponsoring today's episode. Check them out and use promo code modern30. On todays episode we talk about how we learn, and figure out that Chris is incapable of installing windshield wipers on his car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/15/201856 minutes, 47 seconds
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Ep. 077 | Failure

This week we talk about failure. Don't want to fail at sleeping? Check out our sponsor! www.casper.com/modernmaker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/8/201857 minutes, 26 seconds
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Ep. 076 | Blame Your Wood

Today the gang chats about effectively using color in projects, and when it's ok to blame your wood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/1/201839 minutes, 46 seconds
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EP. 075 | Does Youtube Care?

*explicit language...FYI* Recently, Youtube changed their monetization policy which left a lot of smaller channels unhappy. we discuss that and a lot of other stuff. @dwellmade @modernmakerpodcast @modernbuilds @benjaminuyeda @foureyesfurniture Thanks for listening and the support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/25/201855 minutes, 21 seconds
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EP. 074 | No Topic, Just Rambles

We had planned to have a topic today, but we went on for too long talking about Ben's time in Uganda, Chris being hated by Reddit DIY, and Mike not welding metal. But we had fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/18/201857 minutes, 38 seconds
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EP. 073 | Second Guessing Yourself w/ Johnny Brooke

This week, Johnny Brooke from Crafted Workshop stops by to chat. @craftedworkshop @foureyesfurniturre @modernbuilds Grab your WorkbenchCon Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workbenchcon-tickets-35649607937?aff=Ben&afu=5413945177 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/11/201852 minutes, 30 seconds
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Ep. 072 | We Need Some New Material

This week the gang talks about materials, what we want to use more of, what we hate, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/4/201859 minutes, 23 seconds
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EP. 071 | NEW YEAR....NEW US??

This week, the guys sit down to discuss their big plans for the new year. How we'll do things different... what will stay the same. @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/28/20171 hour, 3 minutes, 14 seconds
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EP. 070 | Never Too Late

On today's episode we answer some of your questions, including how much money we make....sort of :-) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/21/20171 hour, 6 minutes, 12 seconds
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EP. 069 | THE MODERN MAKER GIFT GUIDE...AND TIME TRAVEL

This week, the guys discuss their favorite potential tool gifts at $25, $50, and $100. Then, towards the end, the conversation derails a bit. Find affiliate links to the tools we mentioned at: https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/tools/ @dwellmade @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/15/201751 minutes, 48 seconds
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EP. 068 | Experiment Small, Bet Big

Last week Ben made a comment about experimenting small, and then betting big. It was a seemingly insignificant comment, but we turned it into an entire episode :P Don't forget to follow https://www.instagram.com/dwellmade/ Videos are launching this week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/7/201748 minutes, 13 seconds
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EP. 67 | You've Changed.

Tastes change. Today, the guys talk about some of the things they do different; whether that's a specific material choice, product choice, or project type. @modernmakerpodcast @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda @dwellmade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/30/201758 minutes, 4 seconds
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EP. 066 | First Annual MMP Thanksgiving Spectacular

On today's episode, the gang gets all cliche and talks about what they're thankful for. Make sure to follow @dwellmade on Instagram :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/23/201741 minutes, 17 seconds
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EP. 65 | KNOWING WHAT'S WORTH BEING BETTER AT

Link to our Patreon Survey: www.modernmakerpodcast.com/survey Thanks in advance! @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/16/20171 hour, 34 seconds
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Ep. 064 | Brainstorming

Today the gang attempts a brainstorming session (the first of many to come) and special guest "Mike's Parents' Cat" drops by :) Check out our Survey at: www.modernmakerpodcast.com/survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/9/201759 minutes, 48 seconds
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EP. 063 | Free Ball It

Need I say more? @modernmakerpodcast @foureyesfurniture @modernbuilds @benjaminuyeda Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/2/201738 minutes, 30 seconds
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EP. 062 | Networking

Today the gang talks about networking and collaborations. https://www.workbenchcon.com/tickets use promo code - modern Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/26/20171 hour, 1 minute, 46 seconds
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EP. 061 | Bad Project Ideas

Today, Mike, Chris, and Ben sit down to chat about some of their not-so-successful projects and ideas. @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/19/201759 minutes, 20 seconds
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EP. 060 | DIY: where's the line?

When does using the term "DIY" become too much of a stretch? Where's the line between DIY and D-I-BUY @modernmakerpodcast @benjaminuyeda @foureyesfurniture @modernbuilds @sebastianstudio Workbenchcon Link in out instagram bio, or click here if you can: goo.gl/GBKrVr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/12/20171 hour, 20 seconds
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EP. 059 | Design Talk

Today on MMP Mike, Chris, and Ben answer some of the more Design-Based questions that have been asked by listeners. @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/9/20171 hour, 1 minute, 3 seconds
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EP. 058 | Be More Creative

On today's episode, Ben and Chris discuss if it's possible to foster creativity, what kind of dogs they are, and whether or not Ben is putting Toys-R-Us out of business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/28/201752 minutes, 59 seconds
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EP. 057 | Getting Into Solar

Ben sits down with Jason Andrade from West Coast Sustainables to talk about the solar workshop they worked together on. @andradedesigns @westcoastsustainables www.westcoastsustainables.com @Benjamin Uyeda @ModernBuilds @FourEyesFurniture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/24/201731 minutes, 41 seconds
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EP. 056 | Consistent Variety

Today we discuss the balance between consistency and variety in making...and Mike has trouble with his pronunce-u-wations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/21/201755 minutes, 32 seconds
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EP. 055 | Super Bowl of Foods

https://www.reddit.com/r/modernmakerpodcast @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/16/201729 minutes, 14 seconds
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EP. 054 | Battle Royale

Today we chat about appealing to an audience, what we plan to do in our retirements, and who would win in a no-holds-barred fight to the death Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/14/201751 minutes, 23 seconds
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EP. 053 | Mike Interviews Ben

Happy Weekend! Mike interviews Ben in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/10/201724 minutes, 3 seconds
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EP. 052 | Frustrations

In this episode we talk about frustrations, what would happen if YouTube disappeared...and answer the age old question "which Doritos do you consider your videos?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/7/201752 minutes, 33 seconds
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EP. 051 | Ben Interviews Mike

While Mike and Ben were hanging out in California, they decided to record a couple podcasts in person. In this episode Mike Interviews Ben. @benjaminuyeda @modernbuilds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/3/201735 minutes, 58 seconds
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EP. 050 | No Picnic

Today we talk about what we get out of making (in addition to the items we produce, and any monetary perks.) We also touch on a new and exciting endeavor that the three of us will be undertaking in partner with DWELL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/31/201750 minutes, 5 seconds
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EP. 049 | Underwater

Ben does his best Mike Rowe imitation, as he sits down with his long-time friend and underwater welder, Rodney to discuss his work. Follow Rodney on Instagram at roderik823 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/26/201725 minutes, 26 seconds
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EP. 048 | Shortcuts

Some shortcuts we've developed over our making careers. @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/24/201745 minutes, 39 seconds
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Ep. 047 | No Direction

We were on the verge of not doing a weekend podcast, but Mike and Chris hunkered down and recorded one to keep the streak alive. This is a very unstructured episode, so hopefully you don't hate it. If this is your first listen...start elsewhere :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/19/201723 minutes, 39 seconds
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EP. 046 | Just Say No

When to say no. Whether it's to friends, family, clients, or sponsors. Also some cool news at the end, so stick around. @modernmakerpodcast Workbench Con link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workbenchcon-tickets-35649607937?aff=Ben&afu=5413945177 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/17/201757 minutes, 15 seconds
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EP. 045 | Picture This

Some tips on staging your work to make the best impact online. @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/12/201734 minutes, 42 seconds
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EP. 044 | Modern and Beyond

https://www.ryobitools.com/modernmaker This week we talk about how we use the term "Mid Century Modern", if we're in a boom time, and what might be in store for us moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/10/201747 minutes, 1 second
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EP. 043 | Another Conversation with Brad

Weekend alumni Brad Rodriguez, from "Fix This Build That," is back for another one on one conversation with Ben, and to talk about his new podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/5/201738 minutes, 54 seconds
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EP. 042 | Built To Last

No doubt Seinfeld was built to last, but should your furniture be? All that and more will be revealed this week on the Modern Maker Podcast. @modernmakerpodcast @benjaminuyeda @modernbuilds @foureyesfurniture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/3/201749 minutes, 30 seconds
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EP. 041 | With Corey Decker - Sawdust 2 Stitches

Ben sits down with Corey Decker to chat about what it's like being one of the few people renovating spaces AND building the furniture that goes into them. Follow Corey Decker: @sawdust2stitches http://sawdust2stitches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/29/201729 minutes, 59 seconds
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EP. 040 | Post on Tuesdays!

Today the gang discusses how much work actually goes into producing an entire video, how long it takes us, and why if you only do one thing - it should be posting videos on Tuesdays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/27/20171 hour, 2 minutes, 37 seconds
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EP. 039 | Troll the Trolls - until they stab you

This week(end) we take listener questions about handling criticism, tool selection, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/22/201747 minutes, 44 seconds
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EP. 038 | PodcastEditFinalFinal01.wav

What do you do to organize your work and daily life? Keep a to do list... multiple to do lists? Lot's of good stuff this week. @modernmakerpodcast @foureyesfurniture @modernbuilds @benjaminuyeda Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/20/20171 hour, 9 seconds
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EP. 037 | Wedding Season

We've got the whole crew together for a weekend show! We talk content, inspiration, the future, and a whole lot more. Also stickers are back in stock. If you want one all you have to do is: 1. Give the podcast a review on itunes, etc.. 2. Screenshot the review 3. email it to modernmakerpodcast@gmail.com with your shipping info Thanks in advance for the reviews and support! @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/15/201746 minutes, 59 seconds
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EP. 036 | To Buy Or Not To Buy (Make)

There's a time for making and a time for buying...and that time is unique to each of us. This week we talk about that, answer some questions, and Mike gets emotional. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/13/20171 hour, 56 seconds
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EP. 035 | It's "Double XL" not "XXL"

Failed mirror projects, new CNC's, and an axe in the middle of the forest. Happy weekend, make something cool! @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/8/201749 minutes, 27 seconds
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EP. 034 | Kiss the Chicken

No specific topic going into todays episode, but we end up talking mainly about motivation and fried chicken - the two staples that any good maker should be relying on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/6/20171 hour, 3 seconds
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EP. 033 | Chatting With Johnny Brooke

This week(end) Mike is sitting down face to face with the Crafted-man Johnny Brooke at the woodworking event in Skiatook Oklahoma. @CraftedWorkshop @Crafted Podcast @modernbuilds @modernmakerpodast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/1/201754 minutes, 48 seconds
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EP. 032 | EF YOU EN........FUN!

The past two weeks have been a bit of inside baseball, so we thought we'd get back to a more general talk on making, and more specifically the fun elements of it. So sit back, relax, and most importantly...have fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/29/201757 minutes, 51 seconds
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EP. 031 | ...Mike Thinks...Maybe...

Mike and Chris crack wise about their weekend plans. Then the guys interview Dan Fisher - you may not have heard of him, but you will not want to miss this one. Finally we answer some listener questions. Follow Dan on Instagram @a_perfect_five_wdwx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/24/201757 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ep. 030 | Building an Audience Pt. 2

Continuing the conversation about making videos, building an audience, and finding what works best for you. @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/22/20171 hour, 4 minutes, 35 seconds
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Ep. 029 | Evan & Katelyn

Chris sits down with Evan and Katelyn to talk about making, YouTubing, and being the new kids on the block. Also, find out if Chris would wear all white for the rest of his life in exchange for bags of cash? The answer will shock you!!! E&K's Channel - youtube.com/evanandkatelyn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/17/201756 minutes, 54 seconds
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EP. 028 | Building an Audience

We're giving away all out secrets about growing an audience online! All you have to do is pay three payments of...(just kidding). We'll be doing a part two to this conversation. If you've got questions email us or send us a voice memo to modernmakerpodcast@gmail.com @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/15/20171 hour, 13 minutes, 24 seconds
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EP. 027 | #Two2x4Challenge Wrap up

The challenge wrap up video is live on our youtube channel. Either copy and paste the link below or just search Modern Maker Podcast on youtube and you should be able to find it. Thanks to everyone that entered, it really was surprising just how many people participated. Thanks! https://youtu.be/AOskZF0ScQc @modernmakerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/11/20171 minute, 3 seconds
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EP. 026 | Cost vs. Value

On today's episode we discuss shop safety, the idea of cost vs value, and we rag on Applebee's again for some reason :-) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/8/20171 hour, 9 minutes, 47 seconds
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EP. 025 | Get Ears Listening

Chris and Cris (Get Hands Dirty) have a one-on-one conversation about their names, woodworking/making, Cris' home in Porto, and mais (that means "more" in Portuguese.) If you're not familiar with Cris' YouTube page, check her out: https://www.youtube.com/GetHandsDirty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/3/20171 hour, 11 minutes, 59 seconds
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EP. 024 | GOOGLE IT!

Lot's happening this week: questions, answers to those questions.... now that I think about it, it was mostly a Q&A episode. Thanks for all the reviews and #two2x4challenge entries, we'll be putting together a really cool video to close it all out to spotlight the makers who participated. @modernmakerpodcast on Instagram If you want a sticker just give us a review on iTunes, screenshot it, and email you shipping info to modernmakerpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/1/20171 hour, 1 minute, 21 seconds
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EP. 023 | The Wood Whisperer

Today Chris and Mark Spagnuolo (AKA "The Wood Whisperer) sit down for a one-on-one chat about woodworking, Seinfeld, YouTube, his business model, and everyone's favorite subject...farts!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/27/201750 minutes, 54 seconds
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EP. 022 | Questions, Questions....

We got a lot of five star review questions this week, so we decided to knock 'em out in a Q&A episode. Keep the reviews coming and get a free Modern Maker Podcast sticker. How to get a free sticker: 1. Give us a review on iTunes, google play etc... 2. Screenshot it 3. email modernmakerpodcast@gmail.com with you shipping info and I'll send it your way. @modernmakerpodcast #two2x4challenge @christiandunbardesigner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/25/20171 hour, 14 minutes, 19 seconds
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EP. 021 | With Jimmy Diresta

Happy weekend everybody! Today, Ben is sitting down with Jimmy Diresta for a little shop talk in his new big shop. Enjoy. Follow Jimmy @jimmydiresta and his podcast: Making It @modernmakerpodcast www.modernmakerpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/20/201736 minutes, 8 seconds
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EP. 020 | That "Oh So Fresh" Feeling

On today's episode the guys chat about keeping things fresh from a content, and production point of view, in addition to how we picked our channel names and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/18/20171 hour, 18 minutes, 19 seconds
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EP. 019 | ft. Brad Rodriguez from Fix This Build That

Today, Ben is sitting down with Brad Rodriquez from Fix This Build That to talk design, Instagram, Youtube, and more. If you're not already following him, you should be, that's @fixthisbuildthat on Instagram and on Youtube, just search "Fix This Build That" @modernmakerpodcast #two2x4challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/13/201729 minutes, 55 seconds
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EP. 018 | UNINTENTIONAL TEACHING

NOTE: SORRY THAT THE AUDIO IS A LITTLE MESSED UP :-( Who are we to be teaching? - this week we discuss how we view ourselves as it relates to "teaching", what makes for a good teacher, what we think about technique criticism, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/11/201755 minutes, 27 seconds
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EP. 017 | #TWO2X4CHALLENGE

This week(end) we're talking about our two 2x4 challenge videos. What did we do right, wrong, and what would we have done differently. The challenge is open until June 1st so grab some 2x4's and make something! To enter, tag @modernmakerpodcast on instagram and use the hashtag #two2x4challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/6/201737 minutes, 20 seconds
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EP. 016 | It's About Time!

In this week's episode the guys discuss time management, hobbies, and how much money somebody would have to pay them to give up the craft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/4/201750 minutes, 6 seconds
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EP. 015 | BEN GOES ROGUE

On this weekend show Ben sits down with Jamison Rants (AKA The Rogue Engineer) to talk about making, and all sorts of other fun stuff. This was recorded on location at an event, so the audio quality is a little worse than normal - but that shouldn't stop you from enjoying! The Rogue Engineer - https://rogueengineer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/29/201742 minutes, 6 seconds
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EP. 014 | Two Hosts (I Wonder Which Ones)

Keeping it light... unlike our prime rib. Paul Jackman's Video: "Making Inspirational Living Wall Frames" Johnny Brook's Video: "Scrap Wood End Table" "Sorry for the clickbait title lol" - Mike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/27/201750 minutes, 34 seconds
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EP. 013 | Cheap Tools & Cheap Legs

This week(end) we're catching up on all the lister questions we've been getting. Keep 'em coming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/22/201734 minutes, 55 seconds
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EP. 012 | Intellectual Property

Where's the line between sharing, copying, and stealing ideas? Let's find out! Follow us on Instagram @modernmakerpodcast @foureyesfurniture @benjaminuyeda @modernbuilds https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/ Christiana’s speaker video: https://youtu.be/FufwoCE0wfQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/20/201756 minutes, 6 seconds
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EP. 011 | Chris and Will

Like we said, the weekend show is our place for experimenting with format and style. This week, Chris sat down with Will Walker to chat about woodworking and videomaking. Wm. Walker Co.: https://goo.gl/d6DhiU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/15/201735 minutes, 28 seconds
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EP. 010 | Interviewing Each Other

This week, we're asking some questions so we can all get to know each other better. No rigid topic, just hanging out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/13/20171 hour, 7 minutes, 9 seconds
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EP. 009 | Chatting With Izzy Swan

It's the first weekend show, and this week's guest is the one and only Izzy Swan. Toolmasters Association: https://www.izzyswan.com/toolmasters/ Izzy's Etch-a-Sketch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulblySFElo4 Don't forget to leave us a questions for Will Walker next week's weekend show: https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/8/201747 minutes, 43 seconds
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EP. 008 | Small Victories

Don't take the small victories in projects and life for granted, they're what propel you to something greater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/6/201758 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep. 007 | Digital Fabrication

Is new technology in the maker space all they're cracked up to be? How are these advances in digital fabrication effecting the maker movement going in to the future? Also, we're going to start a new challenge. Be sure to contact us with your ideas about the rules or regulations. NEW INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/modernmakerpodcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/30/20171 hour, 5 minutes, 44 seconds
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EP. 006 | Chatting With Laura Kampf

Ben is out of town this week, but we were lucky enough to get have the incredible Laura Kampf as replacement host. Find out more about Laura at: https://goo.gl/JuJYtM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/23/201756 minutes, 6 seconds
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EP. 005 | Strengths & Weaknesses

This week, the three of us each pick two strengths and two weaknesses to discuss. https://www.modernmakerpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/16/201756 minutes, 6 seconds
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EP. 004 | Origin Stories

Where did they come from? How did they get here? All answers are soon to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/13/20171 hour, 5 minutes
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EP. 003 | Form vs Function vs Experimentation

The classic debate: Form vs Function... but with a twist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/6/201750 minutes, 6 seconds
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EP. 002 | Our Process

Every designer does it differently, are you the type to model, sketch, or just wing it? Welcome back for episode two of the Modern Maker Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/6/201744 minutes, 2 seconds
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EP. 001 | Why a Podcast?

This week we took the time to introduce one another, chat about what's going on in the shop, and our show topic: why start a podcast? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/6/201749 minutes, 44 seconds