Brian Brace is our guest on this Episode. Brian is an accomplished, award-winning professional woodworker with a passion for Arts & Crafts furniture. He is a Master Roycroft Artisan and works out of his shop in Black Mountain, North Carolina. This is a fascinating and entertaining conversation with a true master of the craft. Check it out!

Brian Brace

• brianbracefinefurniture.com/
• @brianbracefinefurniture on Instagram
• Brian Brace Fine Furniture on Facebook

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Texas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWAP10" for 10% off your tickets

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Austin returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore his new shop plans, cherry, wiping rags, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!

Austin Waldo

• @texaswoodworkingfestival on Instagram
• texaswoodworkingfestival.com
• texaswoodworkingfestival.video
• @waldofurnitureco on Instagram
• austinschooloffurniture.com

WWing News

• Inkleind’s new Trinity Joinery System
• Vacudog Vacuum Clamping System at Taylor Tools
• Bosch has a new Contractor Table Saw with a Sliding Table & a new Cordless Track Saw
• Domino Light by Dutton Tools
• Finishing Wipes - DuPont Sontara Aerospace-Grade Wipes

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

Texas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWAP10" for 10% off your tickets

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

On this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Austin Waldo to talk about the upcoming 2026 Texas Woodworking Festival. Austin is a longtime friend of the show and the founder and event producer behind TWF. There’s a lot to look forward to this year; from expanded educational opportunities and a vibrant marketplace to a fun pinewood derby. Check it out!

Austin Waldo

• @texaswoodworkingfestival on Instagram
• texaswoodworkingfestival.com
• texaswoodworkingfestival.video
• @waldofurnitureco on Instagram
• austinschooloffurniture.com

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

Texas Woodworking Festival - Use code "MWAP10" for 10% off your tickets

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Owen returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore block planes, Japanese tools, Art Nouveau, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!

Owen Madden

• thewoodworkersbookclub.com
• @thewoodworkersbookclub on Instagram
• The Woodworkers Book Club on YouTube
• @owen.madden.cabinet.maker on Instagram
• finewoodworking.com/

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

On this episode, we’re excited to welcome Owen Madden as our guest. Owen is an outstanding professional woodworker, an Assistant Editor at Fine Woodworking, and the creator of The Woodworker’s Book Club. It’s a great interview that touches on all aspects of Owen’s fascinating career in woodworking.

Owen Madden

• thewoodworkersbookclub.com
• @thewoodworkersbookclub on Instagram
• The Woodworkers Book Club on YouTube
• @owen.madden.cabinet.maker on Instagram
• finewoodworking.com/

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Andy returns to answer the 5 Other Questions. We explore grinder wheels, heat treating metals, cheery, red oak, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

We’re excited to welcome back Andy Jack as our guest. Andy is an outstanding chairmaker and instructor who works and teaches out of his shops in both Connecticut and Massachusetts. In this episode, we talk about setting up his new classroom studio in Massachusetts, teaching chair classes, along with some of his plans for the future. Check it out!

Andy Jack

• www.andrewjack.net
• @andrewjackchairs on Instagram
• Andrew Jack Chairs on Facebook

Episode Link: bilimwwodworks on YouTube

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt

Mary returns to answer the 5 Questions. We explore carving chisels, her current white whale, and more. Plus the Woodworking News. Check it Out!

Mary May

• marymaycarving.com
• @marymaywoodcarving on Instagram
• Mary May - Traditional Woodcarver on Facebook
• @marymaycarving on YouTube

Sutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first order

MWA Podcast - Patreon Page
@mwa_podcast on Instagram

Hosts' Contact Info:

Kyle Barton

• @barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagram
• bbcustomtools.com
• On Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle Barton
• Kyle Barton on Facebook

Sean Wisniewski

• @Seanw78 on most social media

Brian Obst

• @obstwoodworks on Instagram

Jeff Wyatt

• @copperjohn_woodworks on Instagram
• Video - Windsor Chairmaking Basics with Jeff Wyatt