Woodworking doesn’t have to break the bank. In this episode, I’ll walk you through the best ways to cut costs without cutting corners. We’ll talk about smart tool buying and finding great wood for cheap (or even free). If you love woodworking but want to keep it budget-friendly, this one’s for you. Check more of our content here: Youtube Tiktok Ins…

This week Esther and I talked about woodworking in survival situations and our favorite survival show. We also have the term "sawbuck" and a cool tool for you. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Not all tools are worth the investment when you’re just starting out in woodworking. In this episode, I’ll highlight the beginner woodworking tools that are better left on the shelf, saving you time, money, and frustration. Learn what to avoid and set yourself up for success! Check more of our content here: Youtube Tiktok Instagram X Skool Woodwork…

This week Esther and I talk about my totally healthy and not at all obsessive love of hammers. We also have a cool tool and the sailor term "Going at it hammer and tongues". Send us a text Support the showJames által

We discuss the most common mistakes that can completely ruin your wood! Learn how to avoid costly errors like improper storage, not checking moisture content, and many more. These tips will save your projects and keep your wood in perfect condition. Check more of our content here: Youtube Tiktok Instagram X Skool Woodworking Community Facebook Grou…

Esther is on to ask me about Jigs. We also have a cool tool that will help keep your shop glue spill free. We also talk about the legend of "Nelson's Blood". Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

In this episode, I give you 7 simple tips to maximize your small workshop space to optimize it for efficiency and productivity. Check out more of our content! Website Youtube Tiktok Instagram Facebook X Skool Woodworking CommunityRich Murphy által

This week the Captain joins me to talk about small things that take your projects from good to great. We also have the sailor term "Turn a Blind Eye" and a cool tool to help you see. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Esther and I make our predictions for woodworking in 2025. We also talk about the phrases and theories on the origins of Davy Jones. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Hello, and Happy New Year! We are back in the new year with some wood terminology and some updates about the channel. I talk about what is on the bench and its challenges. I also get into a cool tool, the sailor term "Two Ships Passing in The Night". Send us a text Support the showJames által

We made it! A full year of woodworking, sailor terms, guests, cool tools, beer tastings, and adventure. Esther and I wrap up a successful year of on-time podcasting and what next year may look like. We also have the sailor term "Chock-a-block" and its relation to the term "Chock full", and a cool tool. We look back on this year along our journey an…

This week this loggerhead is joined by his lovely wife Esther to talk about woodworking improvements to the home and furnishings. We also have the sailor term "At Loggerheads" and a cool tool. Enjoy Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Esther and I talk about some interesting and possibly lesser-known tree products. I revel in the variety of tree species that seem designed to serve certain purposes. Then we talk about doomsday prepping and woodworking, so sharpen your hand tools and light a candle. There is a cool tool and then origin of the sailor term "Toe the line". …

This week Esther and I talk about the fiddly bits of wood weaving and inlay. There are more types of both than you thought. We also have a cool tool and the sailor term "take it down a peg". Enjoy Send us a text Support the showJames által

Esther joins me in the shop for a ship cook's tour of the space and the items in it. we also talk about a cool took for organizing your shop and the sailor term "Overhaul. Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Esther and I talk about experimental archeology from ships to castles. We have the sailor term taken aback and a cool tool for your lame batteries. Send us a text Support the showJames által

The Boatswain travels to SE SD Rough Sawn Lumber in Lennox SD to interview owner Chris Dehaan. We talk about running a sawmill, kiln drying lumber, and his journey from garage startup to purveyor of exotic hardwoods, tools, and supplies. We also have the sailor term "Jury-Rigged" and a cool tool that will come in handy at the lumber yard. Enjoy. Ch…

Esther joins me to talk about holiday projects, gifts, sellable items, and decorations. We have the sailor term "Square Meal" and a cool tool that will save you but. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Esther joins me to talk about some weird and interesting facts about woodworking. We also have a cool tool and the sailor term "Son of a Gun". Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week my mother Robbin is in the studio and we are talking about Japanese Woodworking and woodworking tools. We also have a cool tool and the Sailor term "Hunky Dory" with some variations on its possible origins. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

Here it is, the mysterious missing episode 25. The original was lost at sea but Mom is in town and sharing her knowledge about wood turning. We have the sailor term "Turn To" and a bonus phrase "Turn of Phrase". The cool tool today is a laser tape measure. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Dylan, owner of East to West Paint is here to talk about everything you never wanted to know about painting. We have a beer tasting, a cool tool, and the sailor term "Smart as Paint". (I see a theme forming) Enjoy! If you need something painted and are in the Sioux Falls area you can find Dylan at the following: East to West Painting (605…

This week we get into wood carving in all of its forms. We also have a cool carving tool and the sailor term "Pipe Down". Enjoy Send us a text Support the showJames által

THIS WEEK! Esther and I (James your host with the most) talk about dust management. We also have for you a cool tool related to dust management and the sailor term "took the wind out of my sails" and its variants. Wow what an episode, no need to thank us you are welcome. :P Send us a text Support the show…

Halloween! and other holidays are right around the corner and it is time to decorate. If you have a workshop there are so many possibilities to wow and scare. Here are some of my best ideas for some spooky and festive decorations. Esther is with me and we have, as always, a sailor term and a cool tool for you. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the show…

Money! Making money with woodworking, and how! This week Esther and I talk about the tip 20 woodworking projects that will make you the most money for your time. We also have a cool tool and the sailor term "changing tack". Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

Okay, off we go into the Renaissance area. Today Ester and I talk about a sailor term you have all used and its origins, along with a cool tool. Then we talk about the wooden wears you may find at the renaissance fair and some of the craftsmen there. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Esther and I talk about cutting irregular shapes, tools, and techniques. We have the sailor term “cut of your jib” and a cool tool. Enjoy. All Purpose Cutter Amazon UPC: 695501501103 Send us a text Support the showJames által

Esther is with me to talk about all the awesome types of drill bits. Our cool tool is a very special type of drill bit. We introduce the sailor term "loose Cannon" and preview our next episode. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Esther and I are reporting on our findings at the Sioux Falls Woodworking Expo! We also have a cool took and the sailor term "Learning the ropes". Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

This is the fourth and final part of our wood finishing series. Esther banters with me about the sailor term "high and dry" and we have a cool tool. We have several tips and lists pitting the various finishes against each other and a choose your own adventure flow chart to help you choose the perfect finish. 1 Send us a text Support the show…

Part 3 of our tour of wood finishes, a cool tool, and the sailor term "Above Board". This week Esther and I talk about wax-based finishes and some alternative finishes that don't easily fit into other categories. Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week is part 2 of our wood finishing series and we are talking oil finishes and stains. Esther joins me for witty banter, a cool tool, and the sailor term "Cut and Run". Enjoy Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week we start a multi-part series on wood finishing. Esther is with me with a cool tool and the sailor term "Feeling blue". Stand fast for all you need to know about wood finish and how to choose the right one for your project. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Episode 29 Take Two! Wow, just wow. This fallible mortal managed to upload episode 28 in 29's place. I am sure you all listened to the whole episode again because it was so good, but here is the genuine article. Esther joins me with the sailor term "The Bitter End", a cool tool. This week we talk about Kumiko Woodworking and leatherwork in your woo…

This week Esther reads listener questions, I talk about leaving clues for your future self, and the sailor term Red Herring. Keep those questions coming and let's get Kraken! Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Esther is with me talking about screams, nightmare bugs, a cool tool, the sailor term "Chewing the fat", and all things nerd woodworking project. Happy 4th of July and Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

The Captain, The Rat, and Esther are in the studio this episode! Pay no attention to the out-of-order episode everything is fine. This week we have a cool tool, the saying "Dead as a Door Nail" origin, and we are talking about antiquing and flipping/repairing old furniture. Send us a text Support the show…

This week we have a very special guest, my father the Captain. We are talking about cool tools, extra origin story content, CNC Woodworking, and the sailor term "Slush Fund". Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

Put em in the closet with the Captain's Daughter! Well, that is our pirate term for the day and we have a cool tool for you. That is not all because today we had three guests in the studio talking about woodworking as a family activity. We also have some fun round table Q and A. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the show…

Cold enough to freeze the balls of a brass monkey. Hopefully, that describes a tasty frozen treat and not the weather for you. Today we are talking cool tools related to shop patience and some things to keep your shop running like a top. I am Han Solo today talking about everything from sharpening to rust prevention. Let's Get Kraken! Send us a tex…

It's a Birthday Q & A episode featuring the lovely Esther, a cool tiny tool, and the sailor term True Colors. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Episode 20! Wow, here it is! That's right we made it to episode 20 and boy do we have an episode for you. Esther and I are here to tell you about dog projects, garage sale tactics, and display pieces. we also have a cool tool and the sailor term "down the hatch". Enjoy! Send us a text Support the show…

Floating tenons, the sailor term "Ship Shape", and a cool tool that will protect your ears and keep you jamming. Esther joins us again and there are a few announcements for out listeners. Send us a text Support the showJames által

This week Esther joins me to talk about woodworking projects for kids and by kids. Making unique and mentally stimulating toys for kids and helping them with projects of their own. As always we have a cool tool and sailor term for you. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által

Bruce joins me again for some banter about how being a hobby woodworker makes you a better homeowner/tenant. We are also talking about "lasers" and how they can elevate your woodworking projects. as always we have a sailor term and a cool tool for you as well. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Today Esther joins me to talk about DIY woodworking gifts and projects to sell online or at your local craft fair. As always we have a cool tool and a Pirate/Sailor term for you. Enjoy Send us a text Support the showJames által

Today we are talking about bushcraft carpentry projects and some tools for your bag. I am joined by Esther and we have for you a cool tool and the sailor term "land Legs". If you are ready for camping and want a challenge stay tuned. Enjoy. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Table saws dominate the shop and this show. Accessories, features, and jigs. As always a sailor term and cool tool and Esther Joins to pick my brain on the king of the shop. Send us a text Support the showJames által

Esther Joins me for banter about shop organization on paper, things that are bad luck on a ship, and leatherwork to enhance your woodworking. We also have a cool tool and sailor word as always, enjoy! Send us a text Support the showJames által