Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto

522: Koo Koo Koogley

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:00:58 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about vacations and art shows. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Made a shelf bracket CNC video David Picciuto Working on giant cassette tape and art show prep Bob Clagett Went on vacation with the family What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Chicago Live / 5 Giant Kaliedoscopes Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Leonid and Friends Bob’s Pick of the Week: TigerCub (new album) Special thanks to...

521: Excited For The Future of My Chickens

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:00:48 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about whether we should revisit old work… If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Ripping his past self off by making a lampshade David Picciuto Had a meltdown about the coasters Bob Clagett Designed….. drawers. Links: Andy Kleins Domino killer What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: 10k per tree / Why Everyone is Obsessed with This $10k Eames Chair Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Insane Forbidden Knowledge…....

520: They're Plywood, Don't Tell Anybody...

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:00:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about our place in a world of ai generated video and art. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Travelled to Alabama for a meetup with Papa Chad David Picciuto Made a set of coasters and almost ruined them Bob Clagett Trying out concrete casting, got concrete in his eye Links: Benchmark Fine woodworking What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Gawk Productions / Interwoven (bronze octopus) Jimmy’s Pick...

519: Eel Fork Hands

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:08:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about subconscious problem solving and owning their creative ideas. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Making “cast iron” brackets out of wood David Picciuto Lost power for several days Bob Clagett Got power to the pool house, has a very exciting sponsorships coming up What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Corbin Dunn / Peter McKinnon Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Afroman Trial Bob’s Pick of the Week:...

518: Oh, I Can Let My Shoulders Down

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:00:33 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about previous “fixes” and how we fix them. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Still taking pottery classes, working on the tow truck crazy mechanism David Picciuto Working on the slab flattening jig Bob Clagett Hasn’t been working on much What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Creative Metal Forming Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Simone’s Fruit Bowl video Bob’s Pick of the Week: Matter of Time Special...

517: Imagine Making That Much Art

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:00:42 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about preflight checklists and exploring new things off camera. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on pottery, off camera David Picciuto Made a slab flattening jig for giant cookies Bob Clagett Added a light, gutters and working on a cedar privacy screen Links: Bob’s Default Parameters plugin What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: MartaSTL Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: CivicsMinute Bob’s Pick of the Week: LOG...

516: This Career is Like Magnet Fishing

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:37 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about video ideas that are terrible for video. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon Every member on Patreon gets more show, The Aftershow! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Made ice cleats, taking a pottery class David Picciuto Picciuto-fied an alarm clock Bob Clagett Finished up the metal die making video What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Rootkid Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Professor Dave Explains Bob’s Pick of the Week: Why Woodworking YouTube Feels Different Now Special thanks to all of...

515: I Heard You Like Spoil boards...

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:13:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being in our own way and perfection vs progress. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on...

514: It’ll Sit There Like a Treadmill

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:53 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about convenience and when to avoid it.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Planning to make a mailbox, working on the tow truck

David Picciuto

Remaking art from Goodwill

Bob Clagett

Working on siding for the pool house

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: We spent 4 years designing the perfect lid / The Sidewinder Knife
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: SCTV / The Daisy Factory
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brick Technology / HTX Studio

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Albers Woodworks
Chad from ManCrafting™
Chris Mccormick
Nick Ryan
Odin Leather Goods
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
Rich at Loen.Design
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
The New Janky Workshop
Warren Werks
WorksBySolo

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Jeff Cooper
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

513: Snow Day

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:50:30 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what to do on a snow day.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Did a metalworking class, working on manhole covers

David Picciuto

Recasing a VCR

Bob Clagett

Doing a bunch of little things that he never had time to do

What we’re watching:

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Wintergatan
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Falcon Bench I Was Supposed to Build / Crafted Workshop

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A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Albers Woodworks
Chad from ManCrafting™
Chris Mccormick
Michael menedjian
Nick Ryan
Odin Leather Goods
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
Rich at Loen.Design
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
The New Janky Workshop
Warren Werks
WorksBySolo

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Jeff Cooper
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

512: Hurdle Me

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ~~dancing~~ making like no one is watching.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on a new Onefinity CNC machine, MADE A JACKET!

David Picciuto

Released arrow lamp video

Bob Clagett

Custom painted Transformer, Soffit/ceiling

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: I Implore You To Make Dumb Art
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dan Barracuda
Bob’s Pick of the Week: YouTube is Making This Impossible

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Jeff Cooper
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

511: It HAS to Happen

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:45 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about passion and drive.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Hired an architect for the graveyard house, got a new CNC machine

David Picciuto

Working on the floor lamp, working with a new camera man

Bob Clagett

Finished up soffits and tongue and groove ceiling for the pool house

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Infinity Mirror Guitar
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: DTBFab
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Tape Bowing Ensemble / Electric Harp Fan / Googly Eyes Gardener

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Albers Woodworks
Chad from ManCrafting™
Chris Mccormick
Corey Ward
Michael menedjian
Nick Ryan
Odin Leather Goods
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
Rich at Loen.Design
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
The New Janky Workshop
Warren Werks
WorksBySolo

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Jeff Cooper
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

510: My Office is a Mess, My Head is a Mess… Everything’s a Mess

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:24 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ending and beginning a year… and what’s next.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made some leather bags with feed bags for sides

David Picciuto

Getting organized, bringing in a helper

Bob Clagett

Did nothing. Like, nothing.

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Jemmy Gildian – Making a Couch
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Beast in Me / Cornelius
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Urgency Zones / A Chaotic Guide to Making Anything / MD Fish Tanks

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Albers Woodworks
Chad from ManCrafting™
Corey Ward
Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Nick Ryan
Odin Leather Goods
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
Rich at Loen.Design
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
The New Janky Workshop
Warren Werks
WorksBySolo

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Chris Mccormick
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Skullforge Studios
Stark’s Lagoon

509: I Flippity Doo’d It

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:58 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things to come.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Doing lots of leather work, fixing the tow truck

David Picciuto

Setup an inflatable paint booth in his kitchen

Bob Clagett

Finished the metal roof for the pool house

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Meet The World’s Largest Instant Camera
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: All In The Family
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Engineezy – Robot Arm

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Albers Woodworks
Chad from ManCrafting™
Chris Mccormick
Corey Ward
Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Nick Ryan
Odin Leather Goods
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
Rich at Loen.Design
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
The New Janky Workshop
Warren Werks
WorksBySolo

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Jeff Cooper
Master Of None
Niall O’Brien
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Skullforge Studios
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

508: The Trampoline is at Zero

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:56 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how digital tools have improved and gotten cheaper!

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on more leather bags and videos

David Picciuto

Working on the slatted wall for the rental property

Bob Clagett

Finished up a video about 3d printing for hobbies

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Cinodrome
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Woodworking is BS
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Modernizing a Vintage Car

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Jeff Cooper
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Skullforge Studios
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

507: Jimmy is the Weird Uncle

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:15 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pressure, snow and seasonal changes.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the truck

David Picciuto

Beginning to prep for his art show in June

Bob Clagett

Working on the metal roof a bit

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: UnTrap
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: RRBuildings
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Korea Fish Store

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Gib Clark
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Master Of None
Papa Chad
Ryan LaValley
Sam Simbulan
Skullforge Studios
Stark’s Lagoon
Terrance Archer

506: The Fun is in the Glue Up

I Like To Make Stuff — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 07:59:10 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we’re thankful for from this last year, again.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finishing up the new kitchen island

David Picciuto

Making a coat rack/art piece

Bob Clagett

Made a collapsible fire pit

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Best Thing I’ve Ever Made
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Christopher Hitchens
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Machine to sort millions of Lego bricks

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

505: I Stuck My Head Into a Tornado

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:02 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about other people’s ideas, Texas and wind tunnels.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making More environmental art, making hair dryer shaped boxes, making a kitchen island

David Picciuto

Been a little sick, working on future designs

Bob Clagett

Went to Texas, learned about wind, made his first Fusion plugin, making a collapsible fire pit

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Make With Miles
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Death by Lightning
Bob’s Pick of the Week: nvkv.makes / Why A-frame Houses Don’t Work / Why You Need To Be Bored

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

504: Tentpoles in My Head

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:33 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what you can get done in a day.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on shipping containers to make a covered areaweir

David Picciuto

Taking a break this week, to rest

Bob Clagett

Heard from the city building inspector

Links:

What we’re watching:

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Martin Scorsese Doc
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Building The Impossible Lightsaber

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503: It’s Made Me a More Fearless Maker

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:44 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about doing this for 11 years, and what’s changed.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to North Carolina for a Klingspor event, hand carved marble, working on a chair

David Picciuto

Redoing an old office chair

Bob Clagett

Went to Connecticut to film with Test Equity, building an Arduino project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: A Boat In The Woods
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Frozen in Time / AirUP FlyingWing
Bob’s Pick of the Week: It Was All a Lie / Tiny Cottage in the Woods

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502: That’s The Perfect Amount of Strangers

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:48 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about whether it’s worth doing extra, even if you don’t get credit for it.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Maker Camp finished up, went great as usual. Made a prop boat for a display.

David Picciuto

Turning a table into a chair, working on a new shop video for the rental house

Bob Clagett

Finished the roof framing for the pool house, working on an Arduino project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Last Wright / Slipcase Secrets
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Rise and Fall of Radioshack
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Superwood / Tanks For Nothing / Transforming Chess Pieces / Matt Bober

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Albers Woodworks
Chad from ManCrafting™
Corey Ward
Making with MoG
Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Nick Ryan
Odin Leather Goods
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
Rich at Loen.Design
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
The New Janky Workshop
Warren Werks
WorksBySolo

501: If They’re Looking at the Details… then the Seafood is HORRIBLE

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:22:50 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about… is it worth it, even if no one notices?

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on a rush job with Ryan, MakerCamp coming up!

David Picciuto

Released the Casio keyboard rebuild, working on remaking a garbage chair

Bob Clagett

Working on an Arduino project and framed up the roof of the pool house (all alone)

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How MDF Boards Are Made
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistlin’ Diesel Robot
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Jake Wexler

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

500: Making It Live in Boston

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:45:45 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer questions in front a live audience in Boston! Special thanks to Carolina Shoes for making the event possible!

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499: Just Remember The Spark…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:00:39 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about relearning, again and again.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Installed 11 porch poles, made speakers

David Picciuto

Finishing up his Casio keyboard rebuild

Bob Clagett

Went to AU 2025

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Wyrmwood Furniture
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: New Mind
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Maker Knife II / Harvey Newman

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498: I’m Like a Dog

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:00:58 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Making It 500 (already happened) and meeting people.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had trouble with the 11th porch pole

David Picciuto

Made a beautiful chair with only a laser

Bob Clagett

Starting the pool house/shed

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How MDF is Made
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Matthias Wandel Gets a CNC
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I Built a Secret Library / Imposter Syndrome

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

497: This Title Should Be Illegal

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:00:20 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about taking time off, by working without a camera.

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Join us at Making It 500

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making the last porch poles

David Picciuto

Finished his custom Hamm’s sign

Bob Clagett

Finished up desk organizer, ordered material for the pool shed

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Good Hang – Aubrey Plaza
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Handy Dandy Brandy / Ricky.teevee

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Making with MoG
Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

496: Forensic Wire Work

I Like To Make Stuff — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 07:30:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about wires.

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Join us at Making It 500

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making 11 GIANT porch poles

David Picciuto

Finishing up the Hamm’s beer sign

Bob Clagett

Prepping for building his pool shed

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: I Invented An Adjustable Ratcheting Wrench
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: How NOT to Build A Wooden Boat
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Dread Knot Woodshop

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

495: Blow on a Wishy Puff

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 05:00:54 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we CAN control.

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Join us in Boston for Making It 500!!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Showed off the Woody, working on the floor at the graveyard house, made some speakers

David Picciuto

Still working on the cassette tape, making a replica beer sign

Bob Clagett

Learning fiberglass, making a big dumb project

Links:

Add Texture in Fusion

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Bob & Brad
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Elephant Graveyard
Bob’s Pick of the Week: suprordinary

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

494: Jumping on the Refrigerator, While We Can

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:00:11 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about early education, shop class and making a difference.

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What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Sold some tools, finishing up the woody

David Picciuto

Got a xTool Metalfab, made a steel side table

Bob Clagett

Getting ready for back to school, planning next projects

Links:

Join us in Boston for Making It 500!!

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Great Indoorsman
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Professor Dave Explains
Bob’s Pick of the Week: 8-bit guy

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

493: It’s Like Doing a Head Transplant…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:43:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about

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Join us at Making It 500!!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Lots of progress on the Woody

David Picciuto

Making a giant cassette tape

Bob Clagett

Finished up hexagon table, working on camera storage system

Links:

Field of Tools

What we’re watching:

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Villadarb
David & Bob’s Pick of the Week: I 3d Printed a Hit Song / Drew Witt

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
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Master Of None
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Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

492: The Gap

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:00:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the gap between the idea and the outcome.

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Join us for Making It 500, LIVE

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Field of Tools – August 8, 2025, working on the Woody

David Picciuto

Turned a table into a wall hanging kumiko cabinet

Bob Clagett

Made a hexagon solar table

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: JT Woodworks
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pask Makes Tiffany Lamp
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Anne had a baby!!

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Pete Rondeau – Glory Days Amusements
A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

491: A Mouth Like a Torn Bag

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:00:12 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to make choices.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the woody

David Picciuto

Turning a table into a wall cabinet

Bob Clagett

Made a pool noodle connector system, designing a pool house

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Alison Crowther
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mr Pete
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Flula / Smart Hot Wheels Track

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Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
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Ryan LaValley
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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490: A Croissant of Rust

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:03:58 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the blessings and curses of being self employed.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Successful Jimmy’s Speedway day!

David Picciuto

Making a new router table.

Bob Clagett

Trying to catch up.

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Making The Gravity Bar
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Welder Underground
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Beau Miles plants trees

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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489: Pet The Cat

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 05:00:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about scaling, or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished Titebond sign, boot go-kart

David Picciuto

Finally sold the Impala

Bob Clagett

Went on vacation

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: HBO Logo / Ghost Car
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Emily Baker
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Flatlander Tech

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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488: Sodas and Financial Literacy

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:00:58 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about adapting.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on 20 stools for a commission, the boot go-kart

David Picciuto

Making a modular coffee table

Bob Clagett

Dug a ditch, was very hot

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Jason Jones
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Project of the Day / Land Man

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A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Mattias Garnow
Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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487: You’re Wrong, and Right!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 08:13:23 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about distracting yourself on purpose.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the boot go-kart

David Picciuto

Did not get the Coke machine

Bob Clagett

Went to BrickWorld Chicago

Links:

The Man Issue

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Bagel Run / $35 Guitar Pick
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Vice Grip Garage
Bob’s Pick of the Week: NeatBricks

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
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Ryan LaValley
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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486: If I Had $300, I Could Do That Too

I Like To Make Stuff — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:18:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bison, making holes bigger and learning the autofeed.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the woody

David Picciuto

Went to Yellowstone, took a bunch of pictures

Bob Clagett

Working on sliding doors

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Tom Sachs / Furniture Makers Preserve Stories
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: TouronsOfYellowstone
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Small Town 3d Printer Upgrades / Overland Projects

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
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Ryan LaValley
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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485: A Loaf of Bread With a Car Front On It

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the finish line, and why it moves.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Bought a 1984 tow truck

David Picciuto

Didn’t take out his phone in line at the grocery.

Bob Clagett

Working on a metal inlay project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Drew Witt / Physics Girl / PeeWee As Himself
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Marco Laviola
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Roadcraft

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
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Ryan LaValley
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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484: No One Sees Your Underwear…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 May 2025 05:00:13 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about work ethic, contractors and Maker’s Central.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got back from Maker’s Central in England, headed to a Weaver event (5/29-5/30).

David Picciuto

Finished getting the shop floor leveled, kind of.

Bob Clagett

Working on cutting metal with the xTool MetalFabl

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: An Amazing Year-Long CNC Journey
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Bobby Duke Arts
Bob’s Pick of the Week: TIG Sheet Metal Welding

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
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Ryan LaValley
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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483: There Are Two Wolves Inside Me…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:48 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about two wolves, perspective and reality.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Headed to Maker’s Central with an empty notebook and a headful of ideas

David Picciuto

Emptied out the shop for leveling

Bob Clagett

Cleaned up his Lego area, made some separators/organizers

Links:

Loop

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Lamps
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jay Leno Gullwing Review
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Treat Your Mother Right / People You Should Know

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Mattias Garnow
Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop on YouTube
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

Chris Mccormick
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Josh Luther
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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482: Boxy, but Good

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about allowing yourself to change.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Headed to Maker’s Central, working on the house, the woody

David Picciuto

Working on lamps

Bob Clagett

Made more progress on the Ghia, making holder for tool parts

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Nate From The Internet Popcorn
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Templatemaker.nl
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Volonaut / Idea To Launch

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481: It Lost It’s Fun…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 May 2025 05:00:54 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about hobbies and showing off… or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Saw The Grateful Dead in the Las Vegas Sphere

David Picciuto

Working on some bedside lamps

Bob Clagett

Put out a Ghia video

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week:
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Cutting It Close
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Making a Mac Mini Portable / Restarting My Abandoned Car Factory

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
Mattias Garnow
Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

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480: My Head Is A Tennis Match

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pitchers mounds and future, new projects!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working more with the sawmill

David Picciuto

Getting the shop floor levelled!

Bob Clagett

Got some progress done on the Ghia, learned more about the MetalFab

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Kanopy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Casey Neistat’s X5 Video
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Laura Kampf’s New Gallery

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479: The One

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:11:11 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about “The One”.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working with a new bandsaw

David Picciuto

Spent a weekend at an A-frame cabin

Bob Clagett

Working with the xTool MetalFab, on the Ghia

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Mike White Interview
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Studio
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Nackhabitat / Better Magsafe Mount

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478: Know When You’re Learning, and When You’re Earning

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:00:13 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about sticking to your work, even if you’re losing money.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Jimmy IS OLDer, Happy birthday!

David Picciuto

Replaced a laser tube!

Bob Clagett

Went to Sedona for spring break, making a edge banding dispenser

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Hank’s Channel
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pete & Sebastian Show
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brass Coins / Tron:Ares

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

A Pretty Big Deal Inc. APBD.com
OMGmade
Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

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477: The Print Dialog Box

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:04:10 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the struggle of learning new software and hardware.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Headed to Mississippi to cast metal

David Picciuto

Still working on the Casio keyboard

Bob Clagett

Finished up building a new bed

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: I Switched To Logic Pro / Brian Eno Interview
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Titans Of CNC
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Anne of All Trades

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476: That’s What You Do Do

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:00:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making friends.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Getting another CNC, and plasma CNC… made “steel” apples

David Picciuto

Working on a silverware organizer

Bob Clagett

Making a new bed, getting a laser welder!!

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Wongface / Public Opinion / Restoring Classic Cars in the Classroom
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Ricky Saetta

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475: I Like a Weighty Utensil

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:00:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being stuck and milestones.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Fired up the Cadillac! Making bar carts

David Picciuto

Making a kitchen drawer organizer

Bob Clagett

GOT THE LAND CRUISER BACK!

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: StewMac
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: DigiFabricators
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lego LetterPress

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
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Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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474: The Doublemint Gum Remote Control

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:00:54 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how we consume media, or don’t.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to WorkbenchCon

David Picciuto

Doesn’t like leaving the house, working on converting a check Casio keyboard

Bob Clagett

Working on yet another 3d printed hinge variation

Links:

Love Hulten

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Look Mum No Computer
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Cutting It Close
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Carmine Street Guitar

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
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Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon
Gib Clark

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473: Send Me A Screengrab, My Phone’s Not Working

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:43:49 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the pitfalls of “free stuff”.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

About to turn porch poles on his 12′ lathe

David Picciuto

Got back from his writing retreat

Bob Clagett

Got really challenged for the first time in a long time

Links:

Auction Walkthrough video (Jimmy’s Cadillac) (@ 53 minutes)

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Chris Piascik
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Torbjorn Ahman
Bob’s Pick of the Week: James Hill Voodoo Child / Full Jungle Cabin Build

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon

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472: Sunk Cost Fallacy

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:00:51 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the sunk cost fallacy.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the Cadillac/Woody

David Picciuto

Making a pair of dog beds

Bob Clagett

Finished up a Panna Court, moving the Fusion course update along

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Acme Supply Company / Cinodrome
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: John Kuiphoff
Bob’s Pick of the Week: https://www.youtube.com/@tfrasca

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Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon

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471: One Zombie Hand

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:00:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about which tool to get if you want to start a business.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Has one cracked hand, working on the Cadillac

David Picciuto

Working on the resin vase

Bob Clagett

Finishing up the Panna Court, moving to the Ghia next

Links:

Laura Kampf Instagram

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Laura Kampf
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Bryan Kleiner – Lee Valley Workshop
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brad Arthur – Give me 9 minutes…

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Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon

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470: I’m Gonna Spend It On Tools and Cars…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:11 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about learning new things and what to do when we are gone.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Tore out the floor in the graveyard house, working on the Cadillac

David Picciuto

Experimenting with making an epoxy form art piece

Bob Clagett

Shooting an updated Fusion course, making a Panna court

Links:

Set Design of The Beatles HELP

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: New Sounds
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Joe Cocker – Woodstock
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Learn Laser Welding in 10 Minutes

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Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon

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469: It’s My Fault, But Also Your Fault

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about new TVs, brass sculpture, and making new products.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Was at the stained glass class at Maker Camp

David Picciuto

Found a Juno synth at an estate sale!!

Bob Clagett

Finally started shooting the new Fusion course, accidentally made a product

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Veritasium Superglue
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Essential Craftsman
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How to Rebuild a Toyota 3FE engine

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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Stark’s Lagoon

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468: The Gap

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:21:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the gap between what we are and what we want to be.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the car, made a new basement door for the graveyard house

David Picciuto

Working on 2 videos, racing to see which one finishes first.

Bob Clagett

Designed an adjustable webcam mount, been prepping the studio for filming

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Art Life
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Future Shock / Eric The Car Guy
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Party Pooper

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467: Making Art Into The Sunset

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:00:33 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making art into old age.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to CES, made a couple of small, fast videos that worked super well!

David Picciuto

Went to Frank Lloyd Wrights Triangle house

Bob Clagett

Took time off, played in the snow

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Josh Scott / The Promise of Spring
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: 60 Minutes / Hermes
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Eastwood Car Painting / House Story

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Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
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Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

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466: This is My Workshop Trumpet

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:13:33 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the future, and looking ahead.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a CNC sign with a SUPER thin face, put out the slab bench video.

David Picciuto

Made a curvy, “walnut” plant stand, that’s really foam.

Bob Clagett

Made a huge sound diffuser for his office.

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How To Build A Sputnik
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Sawyer’s Design
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Make. Art. Now.

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Newton Makes
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
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Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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465: YOU SLICED UP ROB?!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:00:22 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about using the extra time you create.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the sawmill

David Picciuto

Making a sculptural wine rack

Bob Clagett

Working on sound treatment for his office, enjoying his new desk

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Harke
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Murder Most Foul
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Ode To Joy

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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464: YOU ARE A VIRUS

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:28:45 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the future, and being thankful.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on a “canteen bag” from scrap leather

David Picciuto

Bob Clagett

Building a new desk, reorganizing his office

Links:

Katamari

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: John Stamos Learns A Drum Solo in 10 Days
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Werner Herzog
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Mike Boyd Climbs

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Skullforge Studios
Ryan LaValley
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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463: You Do It To Yourself

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:00:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about accountability.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a sign for Eaton Electric

David Picciuto

Made a new type of bandsaw box, taking on too many videos this season

Bob Clagett

Made a custom clamp for a 360 camera

Links:

Atomic Habits

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Rick Ruben with Matthew Mccono
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Kyle Norris / JustAJacksonThing
Bob’s Pick of the Week: DO HARD THINGS / HERE COMES THE SUN

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462: I’M KING OF THE TURKEYS!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:00:18 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about trade offs.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Has computer problems… constantly. Went to North Carolina with Aeon Laser

David Picciuto

Making a mysterious drawer

Bob Clagett

Made a paper roller machine

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How To Make A YouTube Video in 1987
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Bo Burnham’s Final Warning
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Forenn / Beau Miles

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Mattias Garnow
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

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461: Check Out My Immune System!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 07:49:20 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about changes we see in each other, what it’s like to ACTUALLY be a YouTuber, and lots more!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the new house video

David Picciuto

Building a tool bench, found a story mid way through the video

Bob Clagett

Made a hideaway game storage

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Van Neistat
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dave’s Auto Center
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Faith Talks Wood Podcast (with me)

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460: Everything Is Going To Be OK

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 14:14:10 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer more questions from Patrons for our 10 year anniversary!!

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Your Best Creative Ideas in 4 Steps
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: History Guy
Bob’s Pick of the Week: F1 Inspired Model A

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459: Words for Your Tombstone

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:00:45 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer Patreon questions about the last 10 years.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to Sweden, survived and had a great time!

David Picciuto

Went to Austin for his 10 year anniversary and F1 race

Bob Clagett

Did nothing special

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Legier’s Workshop
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Vasa
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brick Experiment Channel

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458: YouTuber-Y

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:00:24 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about relieving the pressure.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Headed to Sweden for a sawmill event

David Picciuto

Headed to Austin for anniversary/F1 race

Bob Clagett

Went to Red River Gorge with the family

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Frank Gehry The Architect / Pedulla Studio
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Patrick The Producer
Bob’s Pick of the Week: CT Moog

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457: Horse Poopie Smell

I Like To Make Stuff — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 07:32:09 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about putting up walls or filtering input from others.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Getting a sawmill, and an expensive ********

David Picciuto

Starting a Goodwill project

Bob Clagett

Working on a quick mystery project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Johnny Tromboukis
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Legal Eagle
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How a total disaster became the world’s best-selling piano album / It’s Never Too Late

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456: cough SELLOUT cough

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:00:51 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about THE MONEY.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to hang out at Carolina Shoes sales meeting

David Picciuto

Finishing up two videos

Bob Clagett

Has been mostly designing and cleaning

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Flatlander Tech
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Rise and Fall Of GoPro / Legal Eagle
Bob’s Pick of the Week: SparkStack Studio

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Nick Ryan
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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455: Put The Knots In

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:02:44 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about fighting perfection and Professor Jones.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finishing up a gigantic set of drawers

David Picciuto

Working on the bed project

Bob Clagett

Doing SO MUCH BODY WORK on the Ghia

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Idea Farm
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Shawn Beckner
Bob’s Pick of the Week: OK GO

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454: Getting Dressed With A Door Open

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:41:36 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about doing a podcast FOR 10 YEARS

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Building a giant cabinet using the CNC

David Picciuto

Working on the calculator and a beefy bed

Bob Clagett

FINALLY working on the Ghia front end

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Bucket Shot 2 / Adventure Film Academy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Elephant Graveyard
Bob’s Pick of the Week: David has two

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453: Half Made Zippy-Something

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:00:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about inspiration.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Just got back from a inspiration/vacation

David Picciuto

Finishing up the wooden calculator

Bob Clagett

Made a pole storage system for spray cans

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Stand Up Maths
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Practical Engineering
Bob’s Pick of the Week: (from David) Scott Yu-Jan

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
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KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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452: I Wish I’d Thought of That

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 05:00:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pivoting on the fly.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made giant doors for his barn, we love Dave Gagné

David Picciuto

Remaking an old calculator, GOT COVID

Bob Clagett

Made a camera stand for quick camera movements

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: 8-bit guy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Go Look Up Knot Videos.. (Bear Essentials / Knot Master)
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Reign Of Kindo

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451: I Never Put a Quarter In Ms. Pacman

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 05:00:12 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about compromise.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Woke up late, making progress on the graveyard house

David Picciuto

Making countertops for a coffee station

Bob Clagett

Made an inflatable hotdog

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Prince’s Work Ethic / Postcard Printing Press
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistlin Diesel Cybertruck
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I Made Movie Explosions In My Backyard

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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
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Ryan LaValley
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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450: Sabbati-cool

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:07:28 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about taking a sabbatical.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Commercial shoot is finished

David Picciuto

Made a cool keyboard tray

Bob Clagett

Working on scanning parts of his Land Cruiser

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: When America Broke The Olympics
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Civil Rights Lawyer
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Too Many Zooz

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449: Like Walking Through A Room In The Dark

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:50:27 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the unexpected.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Track day went well, made a Double H grill

David Picciuto

Making a design video, using a cutting board

Bob Clagett

Not getting a lot done, but getting a lot done

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Matthew Encina
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Lawyer Your Know / Emily D Baker
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Rob Scallon Mental Health

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan
Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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448: There’s No Slow Piano

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:47:16 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being allowed to change.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Modified a go kart for July 13

David Picciuto

Making pet urns

Bob Clagett

Got back from vacation

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Big Time
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Morley Kurt – Round Chair
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Crucible Coachworks

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
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KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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447: Summer Camp

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:00:21 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about going to camp, as an adult.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to Camp Arrowhead In North Carolina, making a go kart

David Picciuto

Making a Super Weird Picture Frame

Bob Clagett

Been camping/building

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: David Choe – Embrace Fearlessness
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Death of The Follower
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Get 280z Running After 21 Years / I’m Sick

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446: Nixon Riding A Unicorn

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:00:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about life rhythms and AI, AGAIN.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finishing up a graveyard house video

David Picciuto

Had an A-HA moment about the bench project

Bob Clagett

Camped, prepping for travel, worked on the Ghia

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Patreon CEO Gives Bad Advice / The Power Of Film
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Gumm Fetus / Adam Smith
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Art Of Paying Attention

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445: Look For The Lightning Bolt

I Like To Make Stuff — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:47:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about rules for the shop.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished up the Johnny Walker cart, it’s gone

David Picciuto

Making a keyboard stand

Bob Clagett

Prepping for summer

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Brian Hendricks
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: DiesInEveryFilm
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Alexandre Chappel

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444: Folding Time Back On Itself

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 May 2024 08:51:43 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about doubling up tasks, and wrestling with finding contentment.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Hangin out with friends, painting things yellow

David Picciuto

Been on vacation, saw LCD Soundsystem

Bob Clagett

Cleaning

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Make With Miles
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: 3D DIY Dave
Bob’s Pick of the Week: MyMechanics

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443: Challenge My Skeleton

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 May 2024 05:00:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about if we’re progressing as makers, or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Putting together his 48″ bandsaw

David Picciuto

Making coasters

Bob Clagett

Finishing up the “clean room”

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Paul ET – Zooming In Movies / Yard Act
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Vintage Machinery – 48″ bandsaw
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Do It For Yourself / Bento Box App

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442: Pigs and AI

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 May 2024 05:00:30 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about AI, somehow.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Dumping dirt on his neighbors yard

David Picciuto

Making a new case for a Bluetooth radio

Bob Clagett

Working on the clean room design and lights

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Max Joseph – Happiness
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Colin Quinn
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Charging For 3d Printed Products

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441: Wooden Shoes For A King

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 May 2024 05:00:50 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about avoiding and todo lists.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a Maloof style stool, working on a bar cart with pressurized drink system

David Picciuto

Starting an acoustic guitar build

Bob Clagett

Building out the new “clean room”

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Design Theory
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Louisa Schmolke
Bob’s Pick of the Week: DIY Storage Solution – Haxman

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440: Big Wheels for Humans

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 May 2024 08:59:43 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about feeling bad because of comparison. Your worth has nothing to do with your accomplishments.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a trailer bar for a golf cart

David Picciuto

Taking a maintenance week to catch up

Bob Clagett

Finishing up his “clean room” in the shop

Links:

Surviving 24 Hours with Mark Rober

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Digital Spaghetti / Jay Bates
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dan Cortese
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Start Before You Know How

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439: The Right Side Of The Grass

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about titles, thumbnails, coasting and a LOT more.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Released his wooden bucket video

David Picciuto

Made a video about comparing big & budget shop

Bob Clagett

Working on a clean room for the shop

Links:

New YouTube Thumbnail Style Taking Over YouTube

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Popular Science
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Cornelius Quiring
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Get Over Yourself

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Seel Leather Goods
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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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438: It Feels Like a Big Boy Saw

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:00:08 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to interact with people at an event.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a tapered wooden bucket

David Picciuto

Made a table saw station

Bob Clagett

Totally changed his shop

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: TenHundred
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Drew Witt
Bob’s Pick of the Week: the_tinius

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Seel Leather Goods
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Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
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KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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437: This is a terrible thing to say…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 05:00:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about art, assistants, and outside impressive.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the barn, garden cart

David Picciuto

Making a medicine cabinet for the rental house

Bob Clagett

Went to DisneyWorld with the family

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: A Map For My Inner Child
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Michael Jamin
Bob’s Pick of the Week: This Invention Made Disney MILLIONS, but Then They LOST It!

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Tom Funk
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Max King of Camp Arrowhead
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Samuel Gable
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KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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436: In Case I Saw A Witch Fly By

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:11:46 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about running out of time to learn the things we want to learn.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on a utility cart

David Picciuto

“Finishing” up video about his finish

Bob Clagett

Thinking through a BIG video outline

Links:

How To Manage Multiple Interests

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Daisy Tempest
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Death Of The Follower – Jack Conte
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I Bought a Bomb Disposal Robot / Art By Kalle Hellzen

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435: I Still Eat Like A Jerk

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:03:54 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about changes for our health and why it’s worth it.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Still riding the bike, but ignoring the lessons (and enjoying it again)

David Picciuto

Really focusing on his health, reaching new goals!

Bob Clagett

Planning a major shop reorg

Links:

Atomic Habits

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Diary Of A CEO
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Manhunt
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Eleonora Kova

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434: Caboose Factory

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:48:41 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we could live without.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a forged chain

David Picciuto

Making skateboards from scratch

Bob Clagett

Have a GIANT 3D printer coming https://www.elegoo.com/pages/elegoo-orangestorm-giga

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: I made a Chill Space-Roving Robo-Goldfish / Transforming Junk into Cosmic Wonders
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Keith Rucker – Jimmy’s Giant Bandsaw
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Project Wrong Way

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433: Enough Is Too Much

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 09:29:46 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how much is enough.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Came to Louisville and DIDN’T EVEN CALL BOB

David Picciuto

Taking a week off

Bob Clagett

Finished up the convertible ping pong table

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: SK8CAD
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Chop With Chris
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Intro To Davinci Resolve Course

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432: The Windowlicker Room

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about materials we STILL haven’t tried yet, and buying too much stuff.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

On The way to WorkbenchCon, had a great time talking to kids in Alabama

David Picciuto

Made a tambour cabinet, bought a tele-promter

Bob Clagett

Making a transforming pingpong table

Links:

Alec Steele Sheet metal paper airplane

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Jay Alto
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jenny Bower
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Smoe Nova

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Seel Leather Goods
Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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431: Like An Angry Chicken

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:00:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about patience, blowing up and power trips.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Headed to Alabama to talk to kids about making

David Picciuto

Record player stand video is finally finished!

Bob Clagett

Dealing with light/camera problems

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: It’s Not About The Nail (He stole this pick)
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: https://oldrhinebeck.org/
Bob’s Pick of the Week: AI Generated Video

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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430: I Want This Finish To Be Drinkable

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:41 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about old home movies, and liquid products.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making fake neon

David Picciuto

STILL making the record player stand

Bob Clagett

Finishing up 3 videos

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Thriller 40 / The Greatest Night In Pop
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pilot Debrief
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Bobby Duke – I Made a Perfect Miniature Working Ghibli House

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan
Seel Leather Goods
Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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429: The Fabric of Your Lungs

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:00:36 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about products, WITH GIACO!

What We’re Working On

Giaco

Making amazing products like Darkfade

Jimmy Diresta

Making whiskey boxes, fixing his laser

David Picciuto

Working on the record player stand

Bob Clagett

Making a sci fi Home Assistant panel

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: YCImaging
~~Jimmy~~ Giaco’s Pick of the Week: ChatGPT – Consensus
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Shop Tips From My Dad
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Make Your Own Rules

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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428: Free Chocolate & HACKZ

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 06:05:51 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about getting hacked and protecting your accounts.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on stuff for Bulleit Bourbon

David Picciuto

Working on record player stand

Bob Clagett

Finishing up some shop projects, organization

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Justin Hawkins Rides Again
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistlin Diesel / Patrick Hicks
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Otto Baum Art

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Nick Ryan

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427: Today Bob

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:00:35 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about workouts and burnouts.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a 6 pack win holder

David Picciuto

Making a record player stand

Bob Clagett

Used old safety deposit boxes in a project

Links:

How To Measure Leather

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Inside The Thomas Moser Workshop
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: On Quitting YouTube
Bob’s Pick of the Week: It’s Time For A Change – DSLRShooter

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Nick Ryan
Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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426: Entitled Ducks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:00:25 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about accidentally stealing designs.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making bar covers, bags, bags and bags

David Picciuto

Made a magazine stand, accidentally stole a design.

Bob Clagett

Got 1/2 of the shop lights hung, designing custom aquarium hood

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Stuff Seth Makes
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week:
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Stuff Seth Makes

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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425: David Picciuto 7th Period

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 05:00:45 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about a new year and distractions.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Took a chair making class with Greg Pennington

David Picciuto

Making a fine furniture piece on a laser

Bob Clagett

Improving shop lights with 3d printing

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How To Quickly Learn Drumming
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Election Of George Washington…
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How MatchBox Cars Are Made

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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424: Cooler Than Skateboards

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:00:54 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being catalysts and bells.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Released the bell video

David Picciuto

Made a bathroom vanity inspired by a shower curtain

Bob Clagett

Still has the piano

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Story Behind The Most Complicated Ad
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: How Did The titanic’s Engine Work?
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Adam Mormolstein / AdultCello

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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423: Accountabili-buddies

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:47:56 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about planning to be creative, and being old men.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finally finished the bell, video soon

David Picciuto

Bob Clagett

3d printing lots of custom pieces

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Office Man vs Graffiti
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jason at Fireball Tools
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Can We All Collaborate?

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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422: Fumble My Way Through It

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:07 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about a bunch of nothing and stealing cars.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the bell casting

David Picciuto

10 gift video, working on vanity for the rental house

Bob Clagett

lots of organizing, 3d printing, setting up new camera

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Stumpy Nubs
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Speedbump Garage
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Save Our Squad

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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421: Dad

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:00:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Jimmy losing his dad, and dads in general.

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Workshop Companion
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dad and Eddie Go To Golden Corral
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Beckham

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

63 HRC Der Messermacher Podcast
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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420: People Who Cut Wood

I Like To Make Stuff — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:58:24 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Thanksgiving, being alone and enjoying silence.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Graveyard house video coming out, making more leather bags

David Picciuto

Working on “night hangs” for the rental property

Bob Clagett

Cleaning the shop, preparing for some bigger builds

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Tosh Show
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Keith Rucker
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Righteous Robot Instagram

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Alb Knives
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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419: Trying To Make A Sandwich On A Rollercoaster

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:00:28 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about plants, turkeys and adapting.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished a leather bicycle roll
Making more leather bags

David Picciuto

Building night hangs (night stands)

Bob Clagett

Trying to decide about Lego sorter kits/plans
Working on display case IN a door
Building parametric toy holders

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Wooden Gameboy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: How To With John Wilson
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Exploding Gold in a Vacuum at 80,000FPS

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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418: What Do You Do With An Empty Room

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:20 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what you can do with an empty room.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making more leather bags

David Picciuto

Making some bar stools for the rental house

Bob Clagett

New Lego sorter, made some Ghia progress

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Dear Modern
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Secret Life Of Machines
Bob’s Pick of the Week: A Cast Saw On Human Skin / Andrew Huang Book

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Webb Ranch Specialties
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Adam Grove
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

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417: Special Old People Shoes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 06:21:26 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to design.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made 3 videos last week, working on the graveyard house

David Picciuto

Got a new rental property! Making bar stools

Bob Clagett

Went to Lightburn conference, designing a new project/product

Links:

Aaron Draplin – Logo Design Challenge

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Deiter Rams – 10 Principles of Good Design
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Big Company
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Peter McKinnon – YouTube’s Not The Problem

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Webb Ranch Specialties
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Adam Grove
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Max King of Camp Arrowhead
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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416: Ichabod’s Big Boy Pants

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:39:57 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about supplementing what we do to actively build margin into our lives.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on 4 videos at the same time

David Picciuto

Still working on the Simon table

Bob Clagett

STILL DOESN’T HAVE HIS WHITE CRUISER

Links:

https://www.bidft.auction/ (searching for BIDFTA site)

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: USSA Woodworking + 3d Printing
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The King Of Random
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Unreleased Star Wars Toys / Creator Dynamics

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Webb Ranch Specialties
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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415: Everything In Its Right Place

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 06:54:17 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about reinventing yourself, rearranging your shop and learning to work in new mediums.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the graveyard house extension

David Picciuto

Had a wedding anniversary, making the Simon table

Bob Clagett

Working on a shop project, talk for Lightburn conference

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Creative Act / The Practice: Shipping Creative Work
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: We Might Be Drunk? / Marc Maron
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Portable Putt Putt Course

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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please consider supporting us on Patreon

414: Every Video Is Someone’s Career

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 05:00:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we call ourselves on business cards, and gross hairy feet.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had Maker Camp, didn’t get sick

David Picciuto

Went to Vidsummit, got sick

Bob Clagett

Made a giant robot head, and gross feet

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Strike Force Five
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Evan’s Woodshop / Crabtree Creative
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Degripper 5000 – Woby Design

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
Webb Ranch Specialties
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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413: Coocooooon

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:50:43 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things we’ve never done and camping.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Exhausted from lots of physical work

David Picciuto

Making coffee mugs again, after a year

Bob Clagett

Making a giant helmet

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Grasshopper Chair / Camping With Sam Bananas
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Morning Show
Bob’s Pick of the Week: New Studio (Alex French Guy Cooking)

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Andy Woodriff
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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412: A Daily Meeting, Once A Month

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:00:48 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about cutting matts (a lot) and working with partners.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had a failure casting the bell

David Picciuto

Witnessed a wreck, but everyone is ok

Bob Clagett

Working on cardboard pepakura project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Tetragrammaton
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Documentary Now / CascadeCreate
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Welcome To Wrexham

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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411: De-Ionized Bubble Reducer

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 07:21:22 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about research vs jumping in to figure something out, and why both of them are good.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Fixing a grave stone, NOT getting de-ionized water for his bell casting.

David Picciuto

Making signs with hand cut letters

Bob Clagett

Building an A-frame birdfeeder for Scott’s Lawnstream

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Make With Miles / Ten Hundred
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: We Might Be Drunk
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Building Darth Vader’s Tie Fighter from Cardboard / Pro grinding from Jason at Fireball Tools

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Papa Chad
Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Andy Woodriff
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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410: Now You’re Just A Weirdo!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 05:00:24 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about taking a step back to take a step forward.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to the meetup in Arkansas, worked with The Millennial Stone Cleaner to improve the graveyard.

David Picciuto

Finished up speaker stands

Bob Clagett

Had a great time in Arkansas, lots of changes

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: I Made A Bolt With Maze Threads
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Millennial Stone Cleaner
Bob’s Pick of the Week: MotionGen.io / Becoming A King

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409: Teach Me in 10 Words or Less

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:51:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about feast, famine and freelance.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on fixing the graveyard house foundation

David Picciuto

Building projects out of the shop

Bob Clagett

Land Cruiser is AT THE SHOP! Made a table with a secret compartment

Links:

Steve Keller Chitty Car

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Spike Jonze’s Career
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Hidden Brain
Bob’s Pick of the Week: No Dumb Questions

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chad McIntyre
Tom Funk
Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

If you enjoy the show,

please consider supporting us on Patreon

408: If You Build It… Some people might come.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 08:26:15 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about getting scammed and whether being inspired is the most important thing, or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to Dereks daughters wedding, made a treasure chest.

David Picciuto

Finished up desk build.

Bob Clagett

Working on an end table.

Links:

Nile Industries Meetup (8/29/23 6pm)
1509 E Main St Russelville, AR

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Harry Mack
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistlin Diesel
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How to build an A-Frame (sketchup walkthrough)

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407: Mutant Cough

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:03:04 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about having trouble designing around function.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished the pool table

David Picciuto

Rebuilding end tables into a desk

Bob Clagett

The rebuilt engine is DONE!
Working on the Ghia more, struggling with design

Links:

Aug 29 6pm – Hangout in Russelville, AR

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Diary of a CEO
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: https://www.instagram.com/fourriversstudio/
Bob’s Pick of the Week: 3×3 Customs

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chad-tree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Tom Funk
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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406: Willy Wonka Is THE ONLY THING

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 09:00:26 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how pop culture from our childhood still inspires us today.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to Totalboat build off, took classes at Lincoln Electric

David Picciuto

Making high end speakers, went zip lining

Bob Clagett

Got the plasma CNC running, been working on the Ghia!

Links:

Blocklayer.com

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Wayne White / Beauty Is Embarrassing
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Tubalcain – MrPete222
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Annie’s VW

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Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner

Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Tom Funk
Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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405: What If We Put Sunglasses On It?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 05:00:36 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about promotion, marketing and being seen in 2023.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finishing up the pool table, working on products, headed to TotalBoat

David Picciuto

Still working on the video wall

Bob Clagett

Completely redid our back porch

Links:

August 29 – Maker meetup in Russelville, Arkansas

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Posy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Why Oppenheimer Deserves His Own Movie – Veritasium
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Fretless (Rob Scallon video game)

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner

Odin Leather Goods
(Chad) ~~Rich~~ at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

Tom Funk
Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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404: If You Don’t Get Gas Now, You Might Become A Skeleton

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 08:28:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about humble beginnings and whether we should stay there or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the graveyard house

David Picciuto

Making a big TV wall

Bob Clagett

Finished an old lantern, working on the back porch

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Why Did America Abandon Route 66 / Bricks and Disorder
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Matt Peech
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Making It Podcast – YouTube

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner

Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

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403: Life Gets Complicated, Enjoy The Ride

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 07:16:51 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about if success kills creativity.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had a great day at Jimmy’s racetrack!

David Picciuto

Upgraded a metal Ikea cabinet, working on a massive TV wall
Getting a CNC plasma table!

Bob Clagett

Visited family, lots of travel. Got 2 new printers

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: 1977: Spirograph / Beetlejuice House / Beetlejuice Filming Locations
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Alchemist
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I got nothing.

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner

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402: I Let The Dog Pee On The TV

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 08:31:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the process being more interested in the product, and made in America.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made some farm boots, working on go kart, Race July 1 at Jimmy’s Speedway

David Picciuto

Transforming an Ikea cabinet

Bob Clagett

Made a very difficult curved bench

Links:

Compound Miter Jig

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How Graffiti Is Changing The Face Art
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Salvador Ganacci – I Think You Should Leave
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Radiohead In Rainbows – In The Basement

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner

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401: It’s Never Too Late To Put Wheels On Something

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 05:00:56 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had visitors , made progress on the pool table and go kart

David Picciuto

Did an IKEA HACK!

Bob Clagett

New compressor on the way
Finally got back to a project from Feb 2021
Ghia body work is HAPPENING!

Links:

Yoga With Adriene

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Bob and Brad / Justin The Trees
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pask Makes
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Smugglers Room & Jeremy Fielding

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Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Shawn Beckner

Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

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400: Are We Done Yet?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 07:03:21 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we’re up to and keeping going past 400.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got followed for “taking pictures of traffic”, working on making a pool table
July 1 is Go Kart day at Jimmy’s raceway

David Picciuto

Not working on anything new

Bob Clagett

Making real progress on the Karmann Ghia

Links:

https://web.archive.org/web/20051210045306/http://www.choppersinc.com/html/
Objectivity Episode with Bob

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Jake Carlini
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Peter Quinstagram
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Across The Spider-verse

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
The New Janky Workshop
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Tom Funk
Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
Starks Lagoon

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399: There’s Gotta Be Someone in Toledo That Likes You

I Like To Make Stuff — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 07:10:29 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about our audience.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Started pool table build

David Picciuto

Put out the shop tour video

Bob Clagett

Built the plasma table

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Rick Ruben – 60 Minutes
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Keith Rucker
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Colin and Samir YouTube Course

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398: The Australia

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 May 2023 05:00:53 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Jimmy’s travel woes, and catching up after our LONGEST BREAK EVER.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Jimmy travelled the world, mostly just stuck places.

David Picciuto

Refinished an old school desk, working on a shop tour

Bob Clagett

Made light up stairs, working on a laser video, got the green cruiser working.. for now

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Tyler Bell
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Wittworks
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Casey Neistat’s Secret To Filmmaking

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397: The Gift Curtain

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 May 2023 10:30:19 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bad investments.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

HIT 2 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!

David Picciuto

Making chairs

Bob Clagett

Still working on stairs and trade show booth

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Kevin Smith
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Zoë Stone Carver
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Fatherhood Engineered 101

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Crabtree Creative
The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Gretchen Hofer
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
The New Janky Workshop
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
steven booker
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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396: A Little Chicken Puncture

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 09:23:30 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about taking a break on purpose, to space out how often we make stuff.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got attacked by a chicken, learning stone carving

David Picciuto

Wooden Magna-doodle finished up

Bob Clagett

Apparently broke his back

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: In An Instant
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Legal Eagle / The Q
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Anand Varma (National Geographic Photographer/Biologist)

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Gretchen Hofer
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Stu Morrison
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Grant (DadCrafted)
Chad’s Custom Creations
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
steven booker
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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395: Rowing Spoons and Ice Sticks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 05:00:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what to do when you’re out of ideas, and ice skating.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finally finishing up the boat for Carolina Boots!

David Picciuto

Testing tools from Banggood

Bob Clagett

Headed on vacation, rebuilding stairs

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Donald Glover
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Paul Hamler
Bob’s Pick of the Week:

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Andy Woodriff
Shane O’Flaherty (Roughhouse Salvage)
Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
steven booker
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Master Of None
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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394: You Grow Into Being a Human

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 05:00:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about evolution, personal growth and a “$300,000 CNC machine”.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had a birthday, is still OLD. (-Bob) Went to Kansas City for Make48.

David Picciuto

Had some recent success with video views!

Bob Clagett

Working with his son, building a system on 3d printed items

Links:

http://youtube.com/@ThinkMediaTV
http://youtube.com/@NickNimmin
http://youtube.com/@derraleves/streams (these live streams are packed with info)
http://youtube.com/@ChannelMakers
http://youtube.com/@paddygalloway8780
http://youtube.com/@TubeSpanner
http://youtube.com/@ColinandSamir
http://youtube.com/@creatorsupportpod

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: JHS Pedals
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Wittwork
Bob’s Pick of the Week: SuperFastMatt

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Roughhouse Salvage
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
steven booker
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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393: Digging Into The Cemetery

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 08:34:09 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about handling curveballs.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Back from Wisconsin, owns the cemetery house!

David Picciuto

Making fine furniture, with 2×4’s!

Bob Clagett

Launched the Arduino course, hung out with his “cousin”, Tyler Bell

Links:

Arduino For Makers Online Course

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Electric Classic Cars
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: How To Burn Your Down Your Shop
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Donut – Water/Gasoline

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392: We Can Design Our Way Out of This

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:00:37 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about… new ideas, old ideas, AI and remixing!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Back to working on the boat

David Picciuto

Finishing up the Goodwill table

Bob Clagett

Launched an Arduino course, made a fart chair

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: EDM Machine / Elevator Buttons
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Frank Howarth
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Smart Classical Piano

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
steven booker
Richard Quay
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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391: He’s the depressed, mean one

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:07:35 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about insurance, audio and Jimmy sounding like a little old lady.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Back from Workbenchcon without a voice

David Picciuto

Remaking an 80’s side table, PICCIUTO STYLE

Bob Clagett

Made a PSVR2 holder as a way to talk about design

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: A Chick Called Albert
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: WittWoodworks
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Diana/Physics Girl Health Update

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390: It’s Like a Headline Waiting to Happen

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 09:03:43 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about design inspiration vs appropriation.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Headed to WorkbenchCon

David Picciuto

Making a sliding crosscut sled (it’s awesome!)

Bob Clagett

Arduino Course is almost ready, planer stand video coming out

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Trash Train
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: No-Sew Leather Purse
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Did We Just Change Animation Forever?

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389: The Potential Of An Empty Table

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:44:53 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about resetting, everything.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

All the RAH-diators are in! Still working on the boats

David Picciuto

Working on a crosscut attachment for a table saw,

Bob Clagett

Made a planer cart, resetting EVERY workspace

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Make or Break Shop – NEW SHOP!!
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistlin’ Diesel
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Rulof Maker – new channel

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388: Zoom Out

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:43:38 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to handle when things go wrong, right at the end.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a pool table and two boats

David Picciuto

Made a bloody heart shaped box

Bob Clagett

Made a prop from the new Hogwart’s video game, FJ40 head gasket is NOT blown

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Reasonably Sized Keyboard
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dr. Ramani
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Give Yourself Permission To Be Creative / I Lost My Finger

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Gretchen Hofer
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Stu Morrison
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
steven booker
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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387: Put it in Your Own Way

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 11:46:15 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about lessons we don’t learn, but should.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Getting heat in his house, FINALLY! Still working on 2 boats.

David Picciuto

Rebound game is almost finished, working on another AI video about Valentines.

Bob Clagett

Working feverishly on a secret video game project.

Links:

Support Andy Birkey

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Fight The Power
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Station Wagon
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Interview with Peter McKinnon / SNL – HBO’s Mario Kart

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Gretchen Hofer
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
PhunKiss Artistic Creations
Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
steven booker
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Stu Morrison
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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386: Crossfade Your Problems

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 05:00:01 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about motivation vs discipline.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

In California with Bulleit Bourbon, working on both boats

David Picciuto

Working on Rebound game

Bob Clagett

Screen Printing Video, secret video game project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Music Tech Help Guy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Let There Be Drums
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Part 78 (Alec Steele Parody)

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385: How Do You “YouTube-ify” it?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:13:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about planning and reevaluating.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Still working on the boat, also making a roving bar made with an old boat

David Picciuto

Made a lava lamp … lamp. Making a Rebound game from wood

Bob Clagett

Made a screen printing video, working on exciting video game project

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Andrew Klein
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Working Hands Podcast /
Bob’s Pick of the Week: 4000 Hours To Build My Dream Car / Surviving Alone in the Wilderness

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Bill Burkel – WTB Woodworking
steven booker
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Stu Morrison
Randy Watson
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The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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384: Finally! A use for Spencers!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:13:10 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about skills that seem like “magic”.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made furniture for Bulliet Bourbon

David Picciuto

Broke a lava lamp, went to the mall

Bob Clagett

Failed at welding aluminum

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Sam Maloof – Woodwork Profile / Woodworking Genius / My Last Days
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Arc Welding Angel
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Tom Cruise stunts / Justin Voss Aluminum Welding

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

The Webb Ranch Woodworks
Gretchen Hofer
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
PhunKiss Artistic Creations
Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward
steven booker
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Stu Morrison
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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383: Don’t hold back

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:31:41 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about AI, big tools, and not holding back.. you only live once.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Released boat and sign videos, setup a new FormLabs resin printer

David Picciuto

Had a frozen pipe, working on an AI based project

Bob Clagett

Did basically nothing, except practice TIG welding

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Technology Connections
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Warren Werks
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Justin Voss / Grindhouse PE

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

steven booker
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Stu Morrison
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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382: Shmorts and shmeels

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 06:56:01 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the year behind and the year ahead.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got the boat pulled off the mold

David Picciuto

Got vanity installed

Bob Clagett

Mostly taking time off

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: How Quentin Tarentino Keeps You Hooked
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Maker Secret Santa
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How To Stop Overthinking – Electrikhana – Googly Eyes Gardener

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381: Hey Bob, it’s Chuck. You’re fired.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 06:02:04 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about getting fired, quitting and candle shops.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to Totalboat for a meetup, started adding epoxy to the bottom of the boat

David Picciuto

Got to tour an Air Force hangar

Bob Clagett

Made stupid strong floating shelves

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: ZH Fabrication
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: 3D DIY Dave
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Limitless – Chris Hemsworth

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380: Big Jug Handle in the Woods

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 07:07:17 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about your ego, fixing cars and getting help.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished guitar for GGBO, got the road almost finished

David Picciuto

Finished guitar for GGBO

Bob Clagett

Finished guitar for GGBO, making super strong floating shelves

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Stuts – Jonah Hill Documentary / Pedulla Studio
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Anthony Ryan Schmidt
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Video from Hacksmith

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

PhunKiss Artistic Creations
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
Corey Ward
WorksBySolo
Chad from ManCrafting™
Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo
Albers Woodworks
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
The Webb Ranch Woodworks

steven booker
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Mike Wagner
Ryan LaValley
Stu Morrison
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
The New Janky Workshop
Skullforge Studios
Randy Watson
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable

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379: Pop-balls and curve balls

I Like To Make Stuff — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 06:30:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about curve balls.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Building a road, looking for property

David Picciuto

Finishing up the vanity, working on the guitar for GGBO

Bob Clagett

Working on the guitar for GGBO, figuring out kitchen tile, launching new products

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Stumpy Nubs
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jonny Builds / Roman Atwood Podcast
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Tubi.tv

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Gretchen Hofer
Michael menedjian
Warren Werks
Scott Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
Full Steam Designs by Chris Powell
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
PhunKiss Artistic Creations
Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

steven booker
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
Stu
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)

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378: De-truckulation

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:41:42 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about simplifying, letting go and fuel injection.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Picked up a “new” forklift , making a new road, selling a car

David Picciuto

Building a guitar, sliding cross cut table, and a dog step stool

Bob Clagett

Getting a new laser, working on a new vehicle, releasing a bunch of new products!

Links:

https://greatguitarbuildoff.com/

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Casey Neistat
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Infinite Craftsman
Bob’s Pick of the Week: My Interview with Pat Flynn – SPI

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377: GOATS, small and giant

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 07:05:49 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about balancing small and big goals.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Added lights (from a bomb factory) to his porch

David Picciuto

Building a bathroom vanity, working on a “bought on Facebook” video

Bob Clagett

New worktable build is finished

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Michael DiTullo
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: ReynoPatrick / Gareth Branwyn
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Welcome To Wrexham

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376: This one only has four utters

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 09:16:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about changing for the audience, or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Hung out with Anne of all trades in Nashville

David Picciuto

Working on the bathroom vanity

Bob Clagett

Working on products, building a new work table

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Colin and Simir / Rob / Joey Valance and Brea
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Anne of All Trades / The Smiths
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Domain Name Dollar Store

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375: $52,000,000

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 06:33:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what you’d do with endless resources.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

The boat is moving along

David Picciuto

Finished up a Bernzomatic contract

Bob Clagett

Finished up gallery wall

Links:

- FastGrowingTrees.com
- https://visualping.io/

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Random Facts App / Fastest Woman on Earth
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Documentary from Justin Mabie
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Steve-O’s interview with Casey Neistat

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374: Tiny Forks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:20:28 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about little conversations that set you in a new direction.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a tiny truss bridge

David Picciuto

Grandpa Picciuto’s Cane video

Bob Clagett

Skip week, working on a gallery wall

Links:

Rodney Norman

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Love Hulten
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Ryan Ball Pottery
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Your phone is your enemy

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373: I’m afraid people will know how dumb I am

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:42:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Catskill Maker Camp and making maker friends.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Recovering from a week of Maker Camp

David Picciuto

Made a cane holder for Grandpa Picciuto

Bob Clagett

Finished the Luke’s lightsaber display

Links:

Bob’s Donut Media Collaboration

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Chevy plays / Pgytech
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mark Adams Photography
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Doodle House / Leslie Nielson Farting / Fart Toy

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372: I became addicted to making things

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:07:53 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making as “therapy”.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Maker Camp is coming up THIS WEEKEND!

David Picciuto

Went to VidSummit in California

Bob Clagett

Working on a new video course, made a severed hand

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Johnny Harris
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Nick Hoffman / Vice Grip Garage
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Cinema Alchemist

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371: Should I be doing more? I’m fine.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 08:43:04 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ups and downs in life and story.

Our collaboration videos:

Jimmy – David – Bob

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finishing the Buddha head

David Picciuto

Finishing edit for our table collaboration video

Bob Clagett

His back is finally getting better, making a lightsaber replica

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Clamp Podcast
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Guillermo Galetti
Bob’s Pick of the Week: JerryRigEverything – Building a library

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370: The Gizmocity Factor

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 06:53:35 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about hanging out at Maker Faire Louisville.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Came to Louisville for Maker Faire

David Picciuto

Came to Louisville for Maker Faire

Bob Clagett

Threw his back out, but also went to Maker Faire

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Hayden Hillier Smith
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: iMake TV
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Light & Magic

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369: It’s like having your grandparents at a rock concert

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:23:39 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the ultimate maker event.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Doing sheet rock, working on the boat

David Picciuto

Making 1/3 of a table

Bob Clagett

Making a different 1/3 of a table

Links:

Ian’s Gomez Adams Driver License

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Koka Nikoladze
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: FUNK FPV / Making Problems To Solve
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Machining & Molding an Oak Plaque / Ian Charnas

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

steven booker
Newton Makes
Samuel Gable
R.E. GURU
Stu
Randy Watson
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew from Artigiano Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (Chisel and Mold)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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368: But that’s it… and..

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 08:45:17 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the past couple of weeks and shop organization.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Fixed a bunch of stuff on his Chevy

David Picciuto

Shoe bench video

Bob Clagett

Just got back from a week in California

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Chipped Builds / Making It Episode 324 with Frank Ippolito
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Legal Eagle / Dudes with Wrenches / K&S Creative Collective
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I tried to build a school

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367: It looks like the picture on the box

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 06:00:43 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when they research vs when they figure it out on the fly.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the Buddha head, lots of projects while Taylor is out of town.

David Picciuto

Finishing up the pizza table

Bob Clagett

Made a thermal detonator, prepping for trip to California

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Astrum
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Guitaro5000
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Parlor Mob / ReignWolf / Light & Magic

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366: Who do you think you are?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:12:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about imposter syndrome and when to say what you know.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a giant Buddha head

David Picciuto

Making a pizza table

Bob Clagett

Made a 4 player, hidden arcade

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: 10 Hundred
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Ivan Iler
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Turbo Confabulator

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365: The Gut Punch

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:31 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about doing work for others, and the gut punch.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on Rockler 2×4 challenge

David Picciuto

Done with covid, wrapped up the piano video

Bob Clagett

Doing a live stream for the first time since 2019

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Final Cut Bro
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Ruth Amos
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Aging Wheels

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

steven booker
Chris Paties
R.E. GURU
Stu
Randy Watson
Assemble This
Skullforge Studios
The New Janky Workshop
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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364: All of that from a faulty hose…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:06:18 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about fatigue.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got his giant cup shipped to Miami, making a machete from a sawblade

David Picciuto

Has covid, water pipe leaks and more!

Bob Clagett

Made more clamp storages

Links:

My worst shop day ever

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Captain Disillusion
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Why I’m healthier and look younger…
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Darkfade by Giaco

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363: Leave a responsible mess

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:00:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we’re afraid of.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finishing up his giant cup

David Picciuto

Piano project is almost finished

Bob Clagett

Reorganizing his shop

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Blake Weber
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mark Rober on Kimmel – Mier Malik
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Make With Miles – Lantern

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362: If there’s nobody else on that throne….

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 13:16:13 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about life hacks.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a giant cup, making on the backhoe

David Picciuto

Restoring an electric piano, adding hardwood sides

Bob Clagett

Finally added some body panels to the Ghia

Info:

David’s Grandpa’s address – Send him a birthday card for his 100th birthday
Tony Picciuto 517 W. Stone Street, Gibsonburg, Ohio 43431

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Dear Life
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: I Filmed My Life For a Week / Part Time Explorer
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Nate Bargatze

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361: It’s complicated

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:25:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about absolutely nothing.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had the go kart event, went great!

David Picciuto

Went on vacation, had a miter saw die

Bob Clagett

Lots of slip’n’sliding, birthday-ing

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Proper DIY
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Alex – French Guy Cooking
Bob’s Pick of the Week: 40 Channel

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Full Steam Designs by Chris Powell
Odin Leather Goods
Rich at Loen.Design
PhunKiss Artistic Creations
Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo
Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

steven booker
Chris Paties
Jonathan Durfey
Skullforge Studios
Ken baker
Scott D. Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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360: That’s not very maker-y of you, is it?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:00:26 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about avoiding things you don’t want to do.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got the go kart finished!

David Picciuto

Made curvy wood

Bob Clagett

Made REAL progress on the Karmann Ghia!

Links:

Louisville Maker Faire – Sept 10

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Iron Trap Garage / 2 Designers Transform The Same Target Dresser
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Another Woodshop Podcast
Bob’s Pick of the Week: We Are The Champions

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Chad from ManCrafting™
WorksBySolo
Albers Woodworks
Corey Ward

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359: Grandpa’s Old CNC Machine

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:13:40 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about NOT waiting on the spark of inspiration.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the go kart

David Picciuto

Finally moving forward with the new shop!

Bob Clagett

Got the Land Cruiser engine to rebuild

Links:

SiliCon.SJ

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: LMN 3
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Laura Kampf’s newest video
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Mandalorian Costumes

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358: Ackerman, Ackerman, Ackerman

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 05:00:37 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about not trusting vehicles.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finally posted the porch video, working on the go kart a lot

David Picciuto

Made a new outdoor workbench from 2×4’s

Bob Clagett

His Land Cruiser motor is seized :/ Made a sword from styrofoam

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Stew Mac
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Inheritance Machining
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How to super clean your engine bay

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357: If you had a huge piece of gum and you put it in a sock…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 09:00:48 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about consistency with work, machining and tanks.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on 2 bbq smokers, and the rowboat

David Picciuto

Making curved wood with a vacuum press

Bob Clagett

Travelled back to Savannah, worked on the Bridgeport and Southbend

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Studio Binder
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Charley Crockett
Bob’s Pick of the Week: 12 1/2

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356: Another “dead bird in the refrigerator” story…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 May 2022 07:30:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they’re really excited about right now.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on his row boat, making 2 small smokers

David Picciuto

Practicing with vacuum press veneering

Bob Clagett

Made a climbing wall/tower

Links:

ILTMS – Making a laminated longboard

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: John Kuiphoff
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whistling Diesel
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Is All of This Lead?

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355: I am the prop

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 May 2022 06:30:36 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about hoarding, tools, fans and privacy.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on his boat, making an oak chair

David Picciuto

Made a 2×4 garden bench

Bob Clagett

Meighan made her first project, used lots of tools for the first time

Links:

1790sfarmhouse instagram
Tim Schmoyer (helpful video about video creation)
ChipDrop

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Van Neistat
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Andrew Kline & Jonny Builds
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Is This all Lead?

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354: The trade off

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 May 2022 08:30:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about having to do things so you can do other things.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Starting a boat build (Rice Lake Skiff)

David Picciuto

Refinishing a Yamaha electric piano

Bob Clagett

Made a Star Wars inspired privacy wall

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Two Designers Transform the Same Walmart Lawn Chair
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: A League of Extraordinary Makers
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Wingfeather Saga

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353: The emotional weight of bank accounts

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 May 2022 09:25:25 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Makers Central, covid tests and hummingbirds.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to Makers Central, didn’t get covid

David Picciuto

Made a video of building a go kart engine

Bob Clagett

Went to Makers Central, didn’t get covid

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Jennie and Davis
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Street Gang
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Hollywood Hunter

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352: I was in the ER last night…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 08:30:52 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about collaborations.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Currently working on a collab with George Vondriska

David Picciuto

Went to the ER (he’s ok), made a 1950’s phone bench

Bob Clagett

Working on the Karmann Ghia, lots of different types of videos

Links:

WWGOA

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Inspire Woodworking
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: CNC Router Essential
Bob’s Pick of the Week: HotRodHippie

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351: That’s it, we’re not going to finish.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:30:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about abandoning a project.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Planning a go-kart build, doing truck bed modifications

David Picciuto

Had a total project failure

Bob Clagett

Made a dice tower, real progress on the Karmann Ghia

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Moby Doc
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Perennial Seller / Tools: The Ultimate Guide
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lakeside Autobody / Omozoc Stop Motion

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350: I might have actually ruined the car

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:20:25 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about messing up so bad that you MIGHT not be able to come back from it.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had a birthday party, pulled the tiles out of the molds

David Picciuto

Made an outdoor patio table

Bob Clagett

Made a simple folding paint stand, made real progress on the Karmann Ghia

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: The Real Reason McDonald’s Ice Cream Machines Are Always Broken
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pask Makes – Making a brass padlock
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Giving People a Classic Truck, If They Can Fix It

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349: We’ve had a series of ducks…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:25:39 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about changing things up, and spring cleaning.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on ceramic tiles

David Picciuto

Making a coffee table for the back porch

Bob Clagett

Made storage/organization for the back of his Land Cruiser

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Making a socket wrench from Damascus Steel
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Matt Thompson
Bob’s Pick of the Week: MIG Weld thin sheet metal

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348: Swimming with icepicks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 09:10:30 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about creative block and how to get around it.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making custom tiles

David Picciuto

Making dovetails

Bob Clagett

No video this week, working on the Ghia

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Punished Props Academy Noisy Cricket / 1967 Gibson Factory Tour
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: I almost died
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Never Surrender – Documentary

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Episode 347: My finger looks like a hammerhead shark

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 10:00:24 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about cutting corners, Vespas and getting burnt.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Taking a week off from making videos, spring cleaning

David Picciuto

Made a Jimmy Diresta toolbox video

Bob Clagett

Working on the Ghia, made a big feature wall with air quality solution

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: P A N T E R / Nobu Design
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mr HỒ Thánh Chế
Bob’s Pick of the Week: My Story. In One Take. Unedited – Zach Hipps

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Episode 346: Having Fun

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:45:51 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making sure that you have fun in the projects that you do, plus somehow they got to talking about ad reads.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making Fun is getting great response

David Picciuto

Busted pipe at the house, making Jimmy’s Toolbox

Bob Clagett

Setting up air compressor system video,

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Uncle Tony’s Garage
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Will Stelter / Ben Snure / Justine Silva
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Adventure Zone Podcast

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Episode 345: Back from WorkbenchCon

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:32:07 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about current projects, cars and Tik-Tok.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Went to WorkbenchCon, working on more projects for Walmart.

David Picciuto

Going to make a custom version of Jimmy’s toolbox.

Bob Clagett

Went to WorkbenchCon, built a gaming table.

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: BM Sculptures
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: They Might Be Drunk
Bob’s Pick of the Week: When Geeks Craft – Stained Glass Space Shuttle

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Chris Paties
Jonathan Durfey
Skullforge Studios
Ken baker
Scott D. Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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Episode 344: The ROI in Q4

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 10:36:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things they need to get better at. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Finished the big machinists toolbox David...

Episode 344: The ROI in Q4

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 05:36:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things they need to get better at.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished the big machinists toolbox

David Picciuto

Using a crazy jig to make staves

Bob Clagett

Got the Karmann Ghia sandblasted

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Tapered Stave Math
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Tread
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I Get Around / Creed Shreds / What is Calculus?

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

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Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Adam’s Lab
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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Episode 343: Maker Fatigue

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:39:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about letting your creative muscles rest.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got 2 big trees cut down, finishing machinists toolbox

David Picciuto

Working on a utility knife design

Bob Clagett

Made a sliding door with epoxy art

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Engineering Explained
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dusty Slay / Part Time Explorer
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Beckman’s Dog Training

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Chris Paties
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Ken baker
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KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Adam’s Lab
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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Episode 342: Alligator Food & Olive Juice

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about revisiting old ideas.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made some sweetheart icepicks, making a giant machinists toolbox

David Picciuto

Remake of the shaker table

Bob Clagett

Did a ping pong / chore challenge

Links:

Old Timey Tools
Jimmy’s Toolbox at Walmart

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Workshop Companion
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Making Fun / Man Stroke Woman / Salvatore Ganacci
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Google Solar Calculator (Project Sunroof) / Mireland / TOH Makers Channel

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Chris Paties
Jonathan Durfey
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Ken baker
Scott D. Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Adam’s Lab
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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Episode 341: I’m a urinal expert

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 05:00:12 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about urinals, rotisseries and batteries.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making a giant machinists toolbox

David Picciuto

Made a shaker table and plans, making a bathroom vanity

Bob Clagett

Fixed a urinal, flipped my Karmann Ghia

Links:

https://www.workbenchcon.com/product/wbcmaker-pass-2022/
$50 off with code MakingStuff2022

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Epicurious
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Essential Craftsman Podcast / Shipwrightskills
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Overland Bound Center Console

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Ken baker
Scott D. Oram – Dad It Yourself DIY
KlingsporsWoodworkingShop
Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Adam’s Lab
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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Episode 340: Twist-to-Lock T-Handle Weld-Mount Retractable Spring Plungers

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:00:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finding new parts, trying new things and McMaster-Carr.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making leather wallets with Corian molds

David Picciuto

Making a bunch of trivets

Bob Clagett

Improving our car with 3d printing

Links:

New Yankee Workshop Streaming

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Sam Zeloof
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Chris Zep tore down his house
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Making of BBC Sport ad

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Ken baker
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Rupert Klopfer
Joshua Barber
Ryan LaValley
David Tanner
Mike Wagner
Jacques Speas
Matthew Serio
Gary Burkhardt
Adam’s Lab
Gordon F. Crago (@gfc62)
Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)
David Plance (Rowdy Penguin)

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Episode 339: EGO

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 05:00:42 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about busted pipes and how to be yourself.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Fixed 3 broken water pipes, started a desk build and anvil stand

David Picciuto

Not doing anything.. intentionally taking a break

Bob Clagett

Making a “The New Tusken Workshop” sign for Brian Kesinger

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: $1,000,000 Workshop tour / Colin and Samir
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Rock n Roll True Stories
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Giaco designing a product

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Chad from ManCrafting™

WorksBySolo

Albers Woodworks

Corey Ward

steven booker

KlingsporsWoodworkingShop

Rupert Klopfer

Joshua Barber

Ryan LaValley

David Tanner

Norbert H. Davis

Mike Wagner

Jacques Speas

Brendan Shah

Gary Burkhardt

Adam’s Lab

Old-School DIY (@gfc62)

Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 338: “New” Hot Tub Money

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 09:07:34 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about goals for 2022!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

The trailer is GONE!

David Picciuto

Made a synth cabinet

Bob Clagett

Making a sign, got a huge compressor

Links:

FaderLube

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: ActionBox

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Blind Fury

Bob’s Pick of the Week: Aging Wheels

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WorksBySolo

Albers Woodworks

Corey Ward

steven booker

KlingsporsWoodworkingShop

Rupert Klopfer

Joshua Barber

Ryan LaValley

David Tanner

Norbert H. Davis

Mike Wagner

Jacques Speas

Brendan Shah

Gary Burkhardt

Adam’s Lab

Old-School DIY (@gfc62)

Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 337: Embrace your inner crotchety old man

I Like To Make Stuff — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:57:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the new year and shorts.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished the trailer!!

David Picciuto

Got to ride in a helicopter!

Bob Clagett

Got a dog!

Links:

What we’re watching:

David Pick of the Week: Nate from the Internet / Paul Jackman Calendar
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Lesics
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Bobby Duke – Picture Frame

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Rich at Loen.Design

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Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo

Chad from ManCrafting™

WorksBySolo

Albers Woodworks

Corey Ward

steven booker

KlingsporsWoodworkingShop

Rupert Klopfer

Joshua Barber

Ryan LaValley

David Tanner

Norbert H. Davis

Mike Wagner

Jacques Speas

Brendan Shah

Gary Burkhardt

Adam’s Lab

Old-School DIY (@gfc62)

Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 336: Take the hug…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:01:58 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about 2021, the good, bad and the ugly.

Episode 335: Straining my elbow, patting myself on the back

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:44:05 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about turning points.

Episode 334: Diagnosed as an artist

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about origin stories and being diagnosed as an artist.

Episode 333: Thanksgiving “Break”

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 15:27:27 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about having a hard time watching TV and answer questions from Twitter.

Episode 332: Plywood is good

I Like To Make Stuff — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 12:01:09 +0000

In this episode Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about singing frogs, being thankful and the rest of the year.

Episode 331: Wigglesaw

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 11:45:28 +0000

In a special episode Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when and why to hire help.

Episode 330: Mr. Try-it-all

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:08:04 +0000

In a special episode Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what would change if we did a full reset.

Episode 329: Well, actually Bob….

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:18:20 +0000

In a special episode Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about alligators, cars and getting stuck in the mud.

Episode 328: Happy Anniversary!

I Like To Make Stuff — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0000

In a special episode Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about podcasting together for 7 years.

Episode 327: …you would hit them in the head with a whiskey bottle.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 13:07:39 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about metric, raids and keeping your content safe.

Episode 326: You can always sell a drumset…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 13:03:17 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about buildings, constructions and spending SO MUCH MONEY.

Episode 325: How do things work?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 11:07:54 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about not knowing how to come up with ideas.

Episode 324: FRANK IPPOLITO IS HERE!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 12:45:27 +0000

This week Frank Ippolito, Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about props, the film industry and running a big shop.

Episode 323: Car Couch Potato

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:49:53 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about acrylic, lathes, and how many trucks Jimmy owns.

Episode 322: The only horse toilets around

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 13:03:04 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Jimmy’s trip, rules vs rulers and things catching on fire.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Back from his road trip, didn’t get a cowboy hat
David Picciuto: Got his Dad’s ‘67 Impala, then it caught fire
Bob Clagett: Did dovetails for the first time, then added pockets to the same project

Links:

Paintucation – Online course for painting cars

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: ClassicCarRestorationClub.com / Metalshop Masters
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Donut Media
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Full Blast Podcast / Revisionist History

Episode 321: SO THAT’S WHY THEY CALL IT A WINDSHIELD!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about hurricanes, road trips and painting cars.

Episode 320: I’m an idiot, help me…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:37:07 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about feeling like a fraud, and imposter syndrome.

Episode 319: I never do that all the time

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about… um.. a lot of random stuff including YouTube, teasing projects and crying.

Episode 318: Remembering Aaron

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 12:50:15 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about losing those we love.

Episode 317: One of the loudest sounds you can hear…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about.. a bunch of random stuff, including holes in the bottom of cars.

Episode 316: The Bubble

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 14:09:39 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the maker video bubble.

Episode 315: The hearse cemetery

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:22:17 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about relevancy and unfair advantages.

Episode 314: You have to trick yourself

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 11:27:16 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about trying to find a groove and avoid distraction.

Episode 313: I could go for a Maker Faire about now…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:16:13 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about tv shows, vacations and guilt.

Episode 312: Triple forward back flip

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about not actually accomplishing things, and the two versions of Jimmy.

Episode 311: There… I fixed it.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:04:46 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about fraud, delays and cars.

Episode 310: Thank you, Brain!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things breaking.

Episode 309: A thousand decisions

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 10:59:36 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about schedules, content and tools we love (and hate).

Episode 308: How are you doing?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 May 2021 10:43:38 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how we’re doing.

Episode 307: Use this thing-ama-jiggy to cut this doo-hickey

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 May 2021 11:05:09 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about where they want to travel to next.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Making an outhouse
David Picciuto: Making a top 10 tips video
Bob Clagett: Made an outdoor swing for the farm

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Izzy Swan
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Alec Steele – Making a chair with my Dad
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mustie

Episode 306: Dude…. perfect

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about tips and tricks to keep your hobby/job fun over time, and Dude Perfect.

Episode 305: Trust the trash

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the tv show and sand blasters.

Episode 304: Harm Reduction

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:41:32 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about getting things done while trying to get other things done.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Dealing with tons of people on his property, prepping for TV show
David Picciuto: Won his first race! Doing a review video
Bob Clagett: Still working on the kitchen, stuck on several other projects

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Amy Schumer learns to cook
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Building a guitar from scratch – Rob Scallon
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Weird History

Episode 303: How am I gonna pay for that?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 11:19:07 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about tips for avoiding getting overwhelmed.

Episode 302: Dungeons and Dragons in the snow

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about stories and giving your mind some breathing room.

Episode 301: Diresta Doubtfire

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what to do next after you have an idea for a project.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Restoring vices, moving stuff around in shop for the TV

David Picciuto

Making a new handle for custom hammer

Bob Clagett

More cabinets for the kitchen

Episode 300: The Final Episode, this month.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about 300 episodes of yammering.

299: I’m coming to see you, Elizabeth!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about exposure vs actual real money.

298: Problem solving and drop ceilings after 40

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:39:46 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about drop ceilings and problem solving out of the shop.

Episode 297: I’m not sick, just 53

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about sketching out ideas and Jimmy’s love of Bic pens.

Episode 296: Harpsichord nerds

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about dealing with bad weather and new things that they each learned.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Building a smoker for Lincoln Electric
David Picciuto: Adding a design to workbench using the CNC
Bob Clagett: Working on a coat rack and A GUITAR!

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Masterclass.com – Spike Lee teaches independent film making
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Watch a prodigy create from 4 notes in a hat / How a film camera works
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Fake Famous

Episode 295: It’s like feeding a rhinoceros

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 11:29:56 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about following ideas and giving them a chance to turn into something better.

Episode 294: Bwhu, bwhu, bwhu, bwhu

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:00:03 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about waste, kitchens and roosters.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Making disposable knives and making people mad.
David Picciuto: Working on a pencil video
Bob Clagett: Made an “invisible” helmet hanger.

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Soundfield
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Organizing my shop with 3d printing
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Crimson Guitars

Episode 293: My pants are here!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:32:52 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about impractical projects.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: The DirestaWear pants are in!
David Picciuto: Sold out of books! More on the way
Bob Clagett: Made 2 helmets using small 3d printers

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: 4 hour work week / David Lynch Masterclass
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Carved Mug
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Legal Eagle / 3x3Customs

Episode 292: Diminishing Returns

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 11:55:35 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finishing projects so you can move on.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Got back from Kansas City working with Make48
David Picciuto: Finally shipping new book
Bob Clagett: Had a team retreat to plan 2021 and beyond!

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Technology Connections
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Mythical Kitchen
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Audit the audit

Episode 291: I’m just the pretty face

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:14:56 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the year ahead.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Painted his Chevy truck
David Picciuto: Starting a mural in the shop, finally got his new book in.
Bob Clagett: Made a drill press storage cabinet

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Ted Lasso
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Series on Airbrushing
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Peep Show (TV show)

Episode 290: What’s important is that you made something.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about 2021.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Wants to finish things and fight against how ego can hold him back.
David Picciuto: Taking courses and learning new things.
Bob Clagett: Making a list of personal and work things to improve. Trying not to compare my work to everything.

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: HOW the EAMES LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made – BRANDMADE in AMERICA
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Just a YouTuber
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Stock and Barrel

Episode 289: Country backhoe doctor

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about collets, good, perfect, and backhoes.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Worked on one of the many trucks, bought a backhoe
David Picciuto: 808 Table Video, Christmas tree holder video
Bob Clagett: Wooden Wall Art, got the Bridgeport and lathe working!

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: You and that thing that you love / Junk Cabin
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Intro to a metal Lathe
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pask Makes / Levi Allen – The Slack Life

Episode 288: It’s in the air

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about jeans, ideas and copying.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Working on the truck
David Picciuto: Waiting to release the 808 table
Bob Clagett: Made an adjustable arm light for the machine area

Links:

Pierre Jeanneret Chair

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Troy The Maker
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Mark Rober’s Engineering Course
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Justine Silver

Episode 287: That’s the problem I’m looking for, but with wiener dogs..

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 11:33:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about chickens, engines and YouTube.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Working on an old truck
David Picciuto: Made several small projects/videos
Bob Clagett: Made a leather wallet

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Flip Sampler
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Placed Atoms
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Anne of All Trades | Sam Morell

Episode 286: Did he look like this? Are the eyebrows right?

I Like To Make Stuff — Sun, 29 Nov 2020 11:15:57 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about outside influences and sugar bottles.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Forged a latch for a chicken coop latch
David Picciuto: Making a colorful table
Bob Clagett: Action Movie Props

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Creating the Furter Burner Mini Wiener Grill
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Trying to Catch a 1,000 MPH Baseball – Smarter Every Day 247
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: How To Build A Castle

Episode 285: The Opti-grab

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ghosts, building codes and making use of idle time.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Back from California, has lots of ghosts in his house
David Picciuto: Made an orange slice end table
Bob Clagett: Updated a bathroom from 1983 -> Today

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Polyphonic
Bob’s Pick of the Week: World’s Most Over Engineered Water Rocket
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Miranda Sings

Episode 284: Speaking of wiener dogs…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 13:33:52 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finishing up molding, casting, insurance and leaving California.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made leather bag, ready to get back to New York
David Picciuto: Made a half round table, finished new wedding rings
Bob Clagett: Did a one board challenge with Josh, lots of molding and casting

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Essential Craftsman
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Alumilite (molding and casting)
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Frank Ippolito (Thingery)

Episode 283: I look like a coal miner who’s ready for war…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about coding, person as product and iteration.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Still on set for a TV show
David Picciuto: Working on the dog bed and wedding rings
Bob Clagett: Building a walk-in closet, spent some time coding

Links:

Workshop for Warriors

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Make or Break Shop
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Masters of scale with Reid Hoffman
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Woby Design Skateboard table

Episode 282: On the edge of the mosh pit

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about social media.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Still filming in California
David Picciuto: Making new rings for this year, working on a pet bed invention
Bob Clagett: Taking a break this week, working on a renovation for next week

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Cammie’s Garage
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brain Pick / Tyler Bell and Alec Steele
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Stuff Made Here

Episode 281: I got a turkey on my paper yesterday

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto talk about what’s in your go-bag for a 1-month trip.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: In Burbank for shooting Making It (the tv show)
David Picciuto: Making new wedding rings, editing two videos
Bob Clagett: Made a Star Wars inspired server rack

Links:

V-Mic D4 Duo

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Dick Johnson is Dead
Bob & Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Restoring Will’s Powerhammer (Alec Steele)

Episode 280: It’s great to have a few extra brains around

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 09:57:21 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about patents, inventions and obsessing over ideas.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Headed out to Hollywood soon, finishing trailers.
David Picciuto: Made a video about reinforcing miter joints
Bob Clagett: BITS video about choosing battery powered tools

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Center for Art and Wood
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Unmade Podcast
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Lars Christenson

Episode 279: Making things for making things

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 10:56:06 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about developing products and solving problems.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a boot knife, Maloof rocking chair
David Picciuto: Made picture frame jigs, plant stands
Bob Clagett: Made a canoe cart

Links:

Ask This Old House Podcast

What we’re watching:

Episode 278: Black, White, Shiny Metal, Rusty Metal

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 11:20:29 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about super powers.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Working on Maloof inspired rocking chair
David Picciuto: Made some new/old jigs
Bob Clagett: Made a Murphy bed at Josh’s house

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: TFI – Fusion 360
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Devil’s Toothpaste from Mark Rober
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Maker Mom podcast

277: Phase 2, set it on fire.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 10:18:50 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what makes a good build video.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Making a Sam Maloof inspired chair
David Picciuto: Working on picture frames videos
Bob Clagett: Did collab with the Navy

Links:

Victorian Homages to YouTubers

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Social Dilemma
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Nandi Bushell
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: King Mechanical

Episode 276: You just put that fire out because it’s your job

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 09:36:55 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about … but why?

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Crimson Guitar Build Off
David Picciuto: Making a CNC sign for Reverend Guitars
Bob Clagett: Made a new paint booth with paint storage, working at Josh’s house

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Jeremy Fielding CNC Table Saw & JSK-Koubou
Bob’s Pick of the Week: High Score & Tenet
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Fireball Tools

Episode 275: It’s nice, but can we do it like this?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about client work, innovation and practice.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Building a guitar for a Crimson build-off
David Picciuto: Made a bluetooth speaker
Bob Clagett: Re-organizing office, added DRO to Bridgeport

Links:

Blondihacks DRO video

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Making Waves & Sound Mixing for Ford vs Ferrari
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Tyler Bell
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Bar-Z

Episode 274: Fold time back on itself

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how deep learning can be intimidating.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made BBQ Apron
David Picciuto: Getting a new roof
Bob Clagett: Went to the dentist, made an R2-D2 display box

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Peek inside Rubber Stamp Shop
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Works By Solo – CNC Circular Saw
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Kai W

Episode 273: An Incredible Island of Goodness

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about lasers and storytelling.

Episode 272: Play stairway to Heaven on the trumpet

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:53:14 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about fingers, trucks, horse barns and goals.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Still making trailers, got his new/old truck
David Picciuto: Finished up version 2 of the chair, cut finger in a knife fight with a biker gang.
Bob Clagett: Made a custom Model Making Cart

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Foamsmith 3
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Giaco Whatever’s new Kickstarter
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Derek from Malden

Episode 271: Dowels Per Inch

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about collections.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Making more Bulleit trailers
David Picciuto: Started version 2 of the chair project
Bob Clagett: Made a custom silicone mat

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Woby Design
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Modern Maker Podcast
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Grand Illusions

270: Chicken Dissertation

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 09:20:36 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about chairs, chickens and roadblocks.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a digital chicken coop
David Picciuto: Finished up chair test, working on a slab chair
Bob Clagett: Made weight rack

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Dan Levy
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Random Fandom Podcast
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Quarantine Creatives & Mark Normand

Episode 269: Everything is an opportunity, to make a keychain.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about chairs and improving your ideas.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Has an extra 60 sheets
David Picciuto: Put out a video about a Harbor Freight hydraulic lift
Bob Clagett: Still trying to figure out aluminum welding. Finished up canopy bed video

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: An Old Man’s Advice
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Vector Ruler Generator
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Junge Makers

Episode 268: Welcome to New York, Dave.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 09:30:19 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about TIG welding ,water jets and lack of motivation.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Finished up trailers, has to make more.
David Picciuto: Put out a vlog about the go-kart
Bob Clagett: Made a potting bench, definitely feeling the summer

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Homemade
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Home Game
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Homemade Modern

Episode 267: My fingers are like the pads on a dogs feet.Episode 267: My fingers are like the pads on a dogs feet.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about whether simple or complex software is better…. and Walmart.

Episode 266: Slap the stop button with 4 minutes to go

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:25:48 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why we don’t finish big projects and what’s next.

Episode 265: Typography-ologists

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about typography and cutting your fingers off.

Episode 264: The whole focus here is to not slide off the roof

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 10:07:02 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about signage.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Took off a roof, working on teardrop trailers for Bulleit Bourbon
David Picciuto: Did another go-kart race
Bob Clagett: Patterned plywood coffee tamper

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Space Force (maybe)
Bob’s Pick of the Week: I’ve got nothing :/
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: San Joaquin Transparency

Episode 263: Making as Therapy

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the state of the world and making as therapy.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a grill ring
David Picciuto: Had first two go-kart races
Bob Clagett: Working on R2-D2 and Fusion 360 course

Episode 262: Mixed Making Metaphors

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ideas.

Jimmy Diresta

Made a spatula knife, made it to Trending page.

David Picciuto

Has been bending plastic, made tip video.

Bob Clagett

Working on Fusion 360 course and R2-D2 a lot.

Episode 261: Our Favorite Tools

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about favorite tools, fusion 360 and learning new stuff.

Episode 260: Polyurethane Chunk

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about alternative materials.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a bench, went canoeing again.
David Picciuto: Made a stand for birdhouse
Bob Clagett: Trying to not worry about being productive, made garden bed

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Bending Machine Basics
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Prop Culture
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The Forge / Leo Sampson Boat Building

Episode 259: Pretty alright woodworking

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about seasonal projects, R2-D2 and die filers.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a giant mallet
David Picciuto: Made a modern birdhouse
Bob Clagett: Working on R2-D2

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Andrew Klein / Beastie Boys Documentary
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Radiohead
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Fireball Tools

Episode 258: Jimmy is a crazy cat lady

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto talk about old cars and standing in line.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: rusty old car
David Picciuto: Making a fancy birdhouse
Bob Clagett: Made a charger for 4 Chromebooks

Episode 257: Lathing around

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finishing passion projects, and handheld CNC’s.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: “Lathing” 16 stool legs
David Picciuto: Working on go-kart, made some planters
Bob Clagett: Multiple guitar rack

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: 3D Bot Maker
Bob’s Pick of the Week: This Old House
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Nick Zammeti

Episode 256: Dirtbags

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about motivation, old hobbies

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Finally took out his canoe, finger jointed stool
David Picciuto: Finished up front end geometry of go-kart build
Bob Clagett: Went camping, fishing, flying kites

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Dick Cavett Show
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Gardening Channel With James Prigioni
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Andrea Evans

Episode 255: AND WE’RE LIVE!!!

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:52:41 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto do a live episode, streamed to YouTube… for no particular reason!

Episode 255: AND WE’RE LIVE!!!

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:52:41 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto do a live episode, streamed to YouTube… for no particular reason!

Episode 254: Inch everything along

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 12:36:51 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how weird everything is right now, but how there’s good in it, if we look for it.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Taking care of the new chickens
David Picciuto: Making great progress
Bob Clagett: FINALLY CUT SOMETHING ON THE BRIDGEPORT!

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Nik Ramage
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Affinity & Mark Rober’s Germ video
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Periscope Films

253: YouTube turns you into a potato

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things to keep you productive while you’re stuck at home.

What we’re working on

Jimmy Diresta: Spring cleaning on the farm, playing with a trumpet.
David Picciuto: Almost finished with go-kart chassis.
Bob Clagett: Did a video game prop, Hung out with Joel Berry (Tavin).

Links:

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Fabrication Series / Hydraulic Table
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Fiero Revival
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: The History Guy / Makers For Jessi

252: Bad habits and baby voices

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bad habits.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Has been in Kansas City hosting Make48
David Picciuto: Bending tube for go-kart
Bob Clagett: Aquarium stand/credenza

Links:

Make48

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Nick Shirrell
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Alexandre Chappel
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Hiking with Kevin / FitzAll Podcast YouTube

Episode 251: Wood and heavy metal-y

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about growth over time and only liking someone for a specific moment of their life.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Working on a guitar modification and a restoration.
David Picciuto; Did stained glass but is going to try it again.
Bob Clagett: Made a steel organizer out of scrap steel.

Links:

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Backyard Scientist
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Shop Class
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Tom Sachs

Episode 250: It makes you look like a wet diaper

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Workbench Con, community and when sponsorships go bad.

Episode 249: Italian trumpet aquarium

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about learning for the sake of learning.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Is going to learn trumpet and Italian
David Picciuto: Removed the router from the table, had a welding lesson.
Bob Clagett: Between The Builds coming up, made a podcast table

Episode 248: The old man and the leaky pipes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer questions from Twitter.

247: Wake up big fella

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the gap between wanting a new tool and actually using it.

Episode 246: Under Pressure

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pressure.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a mobile anvil stand
David Picciuto: Working on a new desk and tool unboxing
Bob Clagett: Working on leather sheath for his machete

What we are watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: This Old Tony and McClaren
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Giaco Whatever and Knives Out
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Digital Heritage Service, British Pathe and Crime Junkies Podcast

Episode 245: You’re 32, it’s time to move out of the house.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about skipping education to become a YouTuber.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a new blacksmith knife and had a breakthrough
David Picciuto: Working on a video, but re-editing
Bob Clagett: Made a machete

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: You’re Full Of ****, Here’s Why. / Simone’s Matchstick Coffee Table
Bob’s Pick of the Week: ——————— Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Whiplash scene

Episode 244: Recharging

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about taking a break when you need to.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Released gun restoration, working on making scissors
David Picciuto: Made some knives from a wrench
Bob Clagett: Went on a company retreat, lots of future plans in place

What we’re watching:

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Giaco Whatever
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Wild Wonderful Off-Grid
David’s Pick of the Week: Jesse Driftwood

Episode 243: PIVOT!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about pivot points in life.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Working on lots of stuff
David Picciuto: Setting up a forge, made a new talking-head video
Bob Clagett: Got a Bridgeport and Southbend, learning a lot

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Modern Guide to Knife Making
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Blondihacks
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Torbjörn Åhman

242: Sometimes you make art…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about 2020, schedules, tools and much more.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Did very little
David Picciuto: Did very little
Bob Clagett: Did very little (went on vacation)

What we’re watching:

Episode 241: Sketching with a Bandsaw

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the past year.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Working on ice picks
David Picciuto: Working on idea of Polaroid project
Bob Clagett: Made a Christmas tree video game

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: F1 Racing Science
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Michael Alm Plywood Nesting Trays & The Mountains Won’t Remember Me
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jenni Swiss & Habu

Episode 240: Thumbs and forks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about tinkering and why it matters.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Made a leather wrapped knife handle
David Picciuto: Made an oval picture frame
Bob Clagett: Made a leather wallet off camera

Links:

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Little Monster
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Izzy Swan – Health Update
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jessie Bearden

Episode 239: We have the best horses ever…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being thankful for all sorts stuff, some of it not so obvious.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Had an event with Weaver Leather in Ohio
David Picciuto: One Tool Challenge
Bob Clagett: Programming on an upcoming project

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Potato Jet
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Tyler Bell – Home Run Machine & The Imagineering Story
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Wesley Treat

238: Fun fun create time record time

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about parallel thinking, the simplest solution and making things for fun.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Making signs for Seagrams 7
David Picciuto: Doesn’t know what he’s doing this week
Bob Clagett: Leatherworking project for Weaver Leather

What we’re watching:

237: Winter and Anvils

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 11:42:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about winterizing our jobs and lives.

Jimmy Diresta: Back from SEMA and FabTech
David Picciuto: Editing the go-kart video
Bob Clagett: Part 3 of R2-D2 video

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Jimmy and Brad on Bon Appetite (Part 1)
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Furniture Optical Illusions & I Bought A Condemned House
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jimmy and Brad on Bon Appetite (Part 2)

236: Video Moments

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about old vs new and why both have value.

Jimmy Diresta: Headed to Vegas for SEMA, restoring Winchester Rifle
David Picciuto: Had his first go-kart race
Bob Clagett: Made a prop rifle from The Mandalorian

Links:

Hatch Show Print

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Zach King – Furniture Optical Illusions
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Minimalist Credenza with Plywood Tambour Doors
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Ken Burns – Country Music Documentary

Episode 235: Dreams of Modified Tools

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we would change about tools if the sky was the limit.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Went to the Good of the Land Festival
David Picciuto: Made new wedding rings
Bob Clagett: No video this week, working on a few projects for the coming weeks

Links:

Join us at #TeamTrees

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: JSK
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Drugstopper & No Dumb Questions
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Windy Hill Foundry & Michael Alm

Episode 234: The party outside the window

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about not having any idea what they’re doing, most of the time.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Had blacksmithing class
David Picciuto: Go-Kart practicing
Bob Clagett: Made a picnic table

Links:

Team Trees

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Hot Ones with Paul Rudd
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Works By Hurst
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Moonshine MetalWorks | Joe Garnett | Alex Pole

Episode 233: English Accent Classes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about events, being inspired, being exhausted and creativity.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Huge success with Maker Camp
David Picciuto: Working on go-kart,
Bob Clagett: Flip down tool tables

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Friends with Death
Bob’s Pick of the Week: A Deeper Look Into The Life of an Impressionist
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Michael Alm

Episode 232: The future is X-ray guns

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about projects outside of their skillsets.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta Had blacksmithing class
David Picciuto In Joshua Tree for Makesgiving
Bob Clagett Gives a beehive update and is finally wearing pants!

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Woby Design
Bob’s Pick of the Week: What We’re Doing Today
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Reclaimed Wood (book)

Episode 231: Gok-Art

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about using (or not using) social media for promotion.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Went to Louisville Maker Faire, shot video with Brad Leone

David Picciuto: Bought a go-kart

Bob Clagett: Went to Louisville Maker Faire

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Make.Art.Now
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Building an A Frame Cabin from scratch & Voodoo Child by Luna
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Clickspring Playing card press

Episode 230: It’s a Beard of Bees

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why they choose to make tools vs buy them or vice versa.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Had a knife making class

David Picciuto: Hung bi-fold doors, working on stained glass lamps

Bob Clagett: Made beehives

Links:

Makercise (made shaper and lathe from scratch)

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Laura Kampf Loud soundsystem on a bike

Bob’s Pick of the Week: Holey Moley on Hulu

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Fireball Tools

Episode 229: Jimmy made a laser bandsaw.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 12:16:11 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why they have so many sanders.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Went to Maker’s Rendezvous

David Picciuto: Got to be crew chief

Bob Clagett: Made a simple forge

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Faber-Castell How we make pencils

Bob’s Pick of the Week: “Argon” (Lumix S1 documentary)

Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Weaver Leather

Episode 228: A Mushroom with an Apron

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about noise.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Had a blacksmithing class
David Picciuto: Wants to be a race car driver, making bi-fold doors
Bob Clagett: Made a forge, went to a bunch of soccer games.

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Hip Hop Evolution
Bob’s Pick of the Week: French Guy Cooking – Optimus Prime Kitchen Island
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Full Spectrum Laser

Episode 227: YOU’RE DOING IT RIGHT!!!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about die-cutting.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Went to Baltimore, made license plates
David Picciuto: Walnut toolbox video
Bob Clagett: Working outside at Josh’s house

What we’re watching:

Episode 226: Living up to the hype?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about marketing yourself, even if you don’t feel like it’s natural for you.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Finished up 3 bars for Carhartt/Guinness collaboration
David Picciuto: Made walnut toolbox, working on building doors
Bob Clagett: Made barn doors for the farm.

Links:

Made for Profit

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Westinghouse all-electric house
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Peter McKinnon – Don’t Stop Creating for yourself
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Parts & Restoration

Episode 225: My great, great Grandad’s R2-D2!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about mortality and EDC.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Went antiquing with friends (and dogs)
David Picciuto: Made router box joint jig
Bob Clagett: Can’t remember what he did last week.

Links:

What we’re watching:

Episode 224: Jumping-in-furing-out-i-tiv-ness

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bullies and answer questions from Twitter.

David’s Pick of the Week: America’s Test Kitchen
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Sweet Tea Films & Smuggler’s Room
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Mr. Pete222

Episode 223: Efficiency and batarangs

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about efficiency and batarangs.

Episode 222: Kafaffafaafaaa

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the loss of Grant Thompson, being bored and automatic doghouses.

Episode 221: I bought a racetrack

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how we’ve done on our 2019 goals (that we don’t remember).

Episode 220: Giant Plasma Table Hands

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about maker super powers.

Episode 219: Really? Plastic? Really??

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how we buy tools (and a little bit about comments).

Episode 218: Rotten Onion Soup

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the design process and the Ninja Ejection System.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta: Has new kittens, had another TIG class
David Picciuto: Electronic drill press lift
Bob Clagett: Finished up the treehouse

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: John Heisz & Winston Moy Apple Cheese Graters
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Overland Bound
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Apexish Welding / Welding Tips and Tricks

Episode 217: I don’t own a 10lb mouse

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about things people might not know about them.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished up TIG welding class

David Picciuto

Made a super fancy trash can

Bob Clagett

Finished up a treehouse

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Curious Worlds
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Elise Trouw
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: OSHA Offender

Episode 216: A love letter to MAKER FAIRE

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Make and Maker Faire.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a table for Guinness

David Picciuto

World’s Fanciest Trash Can

Bob Clagett

Axe Throwing for Kids

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Essential Joinery
Bob’s Pick of the Week: No Weld Forge – Essential Craftsman
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Brian Awitan

Episode 215: iCharcoal pad pro computer

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Jimmy’s computer setup, dealing with sponsors and projects that we wouldn’t do.

Episode 214: Blacksmithing and space helmets

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 May 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Maker Faire, blacksmithing and space suits.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a wooden spoon video, had a class

David Picciuto

Making a desk with a steel frame

Bob Clagett

Working on R2-D2

Links:

Prosthesis

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Kencraft (Meetup June 8 in Toledo)
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Sophy Wong
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: #obeyTheGrain

Episode 213: LIVE from Maker Faire Bay Area!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 May 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto record live from Maker Faire in Bay Area taking questions from the audience and where they have been the past few weeks.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Released Cenote Table and travel to Maker Central

David Picciuto

Making a Drill Press Stand

Bob Clagett

Traveling to Maker Central and Italy

Links:

Maker Faire Bay Area

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Ball Bearing Sand Art
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Self Solving Rubix Cube
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: CNC Router Crossbow

Episode 212: I get to work on vacation!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 May 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Spring Make, creativity and tools.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had a great time at Spring Make

David Picciuto

Remade cat toy for his Mom, made a simple picture frame video

Bob Clagett

3D print filament cabinet

Links:

Episode 211: Uncle Joe

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how they choose when to use specific tools.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on a whirly-gig for Carolina Shoes

David Picciuto

Remaking a cat he’d made years ago

Bob Clagett

Working at Josh’s house, trying to prepare for trip to Europe

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: How the Escape From New York Music was Made
Bob’s Pick of the Week: How Stop Motion Movies are made from Laika
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Brett McCaffee Etching a Brass coin

Episode 210: You can’t bring your mother with you everywhere you go.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about production runs and tool cost, and brand building vs education.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Just got back, did a class, getting back to videos.

David Picciuto

Got a new welder, getting used to it.

Bob Clagett

Gimbal Handle using the Wazer Desktop Waterjet

Episode 209: London English European Show

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about collaborating with others.

Episode 208: Eat that Frog

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being flexible while Jimmy is in Hollywood.

Episode 207: Hop-a-long

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Mar 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what it’s like on the set of the TV show Jimmy is filming.

Episode 206: Spring cleaning for my face

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 18:14:17 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what’s important.

Episode 205: Thinky Pad and Wippy Pen

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Mar 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making products.

Episode 204: The Maker Knife with Giaco Whatever

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk with Giaco Whatever about making the Maker Knife.

Links:

Maker Knife

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Katie Morton
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Weber Woodshop
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Giaco Whatever / Third Coast Craftsman
Giaco’s Pick of the Week: RC Explorer

Episode 203: So and So Johnson

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about reassessing a plan and choosing what’s worth filming.

Episode 202: Jury Duty

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about jury duty, burnout, Fusion 360 and Jimmy’s collection of computers.

Episode 201: Tipping Point

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when and why to get help.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Bulleit Signs

David Picciuto

Planning

Bob Clagett

Finished the bathroom remodel, finally.

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Andrew Klein
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Obvious Plant / Abstract
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Giaco Whatever

Episode 200: Making It 200 Live (not really)

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what life would be like if we hadn’t started the podcast.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Stove side seats

David Picciuto

Made a xylophone/glockenspiel

Bob Clagett

Working on the bathroom remodel

Links:

Sears Catalog Home

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: HUG in a box & Arduino Glockenspiel
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Home Repair Tutor
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Habu & Jenni Swiss

Episode 199: Jimmy for mayor!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about multiple streams of income and Jimmy running for mayor.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished up Lowe’s video

David Picciuto

Starting sculpture class

Bob Clagett

Still working on bathroom remodel

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Handmade Electronic Music
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Peter Caine

Episode 198: We make mistakes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about hiding mistakes.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made kitchen cabinets

David Picciuto

Segmented bowl without a lathe

Bob Clagett

Renovating a bathroom, working on a guitar

Links:

Colored pencil guitar

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Kyle Toth
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Scott Pilgrim vs the world
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Make Everything

Episode 197: The hammerhead alligator

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Jan 2019 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about their holiday breaks, birds attacking tables and 3D printing.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Been playing with a 3d printer, had a great Christmas and New Year

David Picciuto

Working on book projects, turned some segmented bowls

Bob Clagett

Bathroom remodel, shadow box

Links:

Jonathan Prince

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Beastie Boys Book / Tidying Up
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Won’t You Be My Neighbor / No Instructions Podcast
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Fitzall Podcast / The Letterpress Movie

Episode 196: PMA

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when things go right.

Episode 195: Sometimes I go out and talk to the chickens…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about chaos (and everything explodes).

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Got an entire printing shop

David Picciuto

Put out a video about tissue boxes

Bob Clagett

Slab bench for mudroom renovation

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Live edge TV stand
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Beta Radio
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Kevin Lizotte

Episode 194: You just gotta do it.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about changes for next year and what they can improve.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on truck around projects

David Picciuto

Put up Christmas Tree

Bob Clagett

Working on renovation, got to hang out with Forby. Meeting about the future of ILTMS

Links:

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Michael Alm
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Ultimate Lego Table – Caleb Harris
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Derek from Malden / Graz Makes

Episode 193: It’s like when you see a dog wearing clothes.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what makes really good design.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Finished a bunch of ice picks, joints hurt

David Picciuto

Put out video about grandfather

Bob Clagett

Collapsible shelves

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Guy makes ball out of plywood
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Gymkhana Files
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Bill Burr

Episode 192: Different or better with Evan & Katelyn

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto are joined by Evan & Katelyn to talk about new ideas being different but not better.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Was at Filson store

David Picciuto

Working on videos with Evan & Katelyn

Bob Clagett

Was at ThinkerCon in Huntsville, AL

Links:

7 Strangest New Engines

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Try Guys
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Barnaby Dixon
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week:
E&K Pick of the Week: French Guy Cooking & Modern Rogue

Episode 191: Heavy metal keeps you young

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk robot legs, power saw arms and head-mounted backward facing cameras…yeh, it gets weird.

Episode 190: Keeping it Fresh

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 10:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about comfort zones and keeping it fresh.

Episode 189: The seed of an idea

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto brainstorm some ideas for upcoming projects!

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Canoe is finished!!

David Picciuto

Made Go-Kart trophy, more craft show pieces

Bob Clagett

Made writing desks

Links:

https://geekologie.com/2018/02/transforming-table-that-turns-into-a-she.php

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Get Hands Dirty
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Winston Moy
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Chris Zepp

Episode 188: Robots that will kill you

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being an artist, whether you think you are or not.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Did blacksmith zombie challenge

David Picciuto

Making a trophy

Bob Clagett

Fake neon sign, making desks, Arduino vs Pi BITS video

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Pneumatic Addict
Bob’s Pick of the Week: 10 songs in 10 hours – Andrew Huang/Rob Scallon
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Machine Thinking

Episode 187: It’s like opening a whole bunch of pistachios

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 13:11:29 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about cheap/alternative tools and materials.

Episode 186: Soupy mud vs Firm mud

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about if they’d watch their own videos if someone else made them.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had blacksmith class

David Picciuto

Working on the book, box joint video

Bob Clagett

Building R2D2 and costumes with family

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Henny Tha Business
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Captain D’s Definitive Guide to TRICK SHOTS
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: 3×3 Custom

Episode 185: Rube Goldberg of Mistakes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about power hammers, YouTube algorithms and your local vs the big box store.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Lots went wrong, but power hammer is in the new blacksmith shop

David Picciuto

Working on finger jointed gift boxes

Bob Clagett

Shooting BITS videos, finished up hexagonal table

Links:

Creator insider channel

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Scott Oconnor
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Pomplamoose – Letting go of the past
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jay Leno Steam Engines

Episode 184: Jimmy wants to make a robot.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about movies, growing and changing and if the maker movement is dying.

Jimmy Diresta

Maker Faire Louisville and NY, posted VLOG

David Picciuto

Put out bandsaw box video

Bob Clagett

Soundwave Bluetooth speaker, NY Maker Faire

Links:

Uri Tuchman

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: DN Handcrafted
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Broken Nerd
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Paul Pinto

Episode 183: I Don’t Care

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 09:00:00 +0000

his week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about changing for audience feedback.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on the canoe, prepping to run electric to shop

David Picciuto

About to rebuild out feed table, 3 videos this week

Bob Clagett

Made giant Perfection game

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Third Coast Craftsman
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Magic For Humans / Chris Ramsey
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: This Old Tony / Grand Illusions

Episode 182: Been trying to sell out for years

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how we’ve changed over the years.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Posted pickaxe video, shot episodes with This Old House

David Picciuto

Launched new website, new shirts and merch, beer tote video

Bob Clagett

Catapult build, going out to California to collab with MatterHackers

Links:

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: J Katz-Moses
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lego Bugatti
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: JD Brewer – Apex Welding

Episode 181: Jimmy’s Shopping Voice

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto (three guys who don’t know much about electricity) talk about electricity.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Picked up new/old drill press

David Picciuto

Finished up bar, prepping for craft show

Bob Clagett

Lumber cart

Links:

Adam Savage and Laura Kampf – One Day Build

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Brilliant Ideas
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Rock Skipping Robot
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Blackbeard Projects

Episode 180: 50ish-esque

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about input ratios, sawdust in your underwear and dream collaborations.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

VLOG and canoe paddles

David Picciuto

Built center section of bar

Bob Clagett

Built in shelves for bathroom

Links:

Duel (1971)

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Spielberg
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Laura Kampf – How To Fail
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Kevin Lizotte

Episode 179: It’s a napkin holder… WITH A LASER.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about movies, growing and changing and if the maker movement is dying.

Episode 178: The Audience Journey

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 12:42:47 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about maker personality traits, things they don’t like doing in the shop and listening to your audience.

Episode 177: A lot of hats that you shouldn’t wear

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Aug 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about workaholism and beginner makers making videos.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Restored bandsaw with Eric, making doors with JD, worked on the canoe

David Picciuto

Dining Room Table Build, building an apple box

Bob Clagett

NEW PODCAST! No Instructions

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Zen Diaries of Gary Shandling
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lego in Real Life 3
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Rich Rebuilds

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Caleb Harris – YouCanMakeThisToo Nick Ryan Chad from ManCrafting™ Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

Chris DuBour David A Potter Jr Jacques Speas Mark Yates PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop Tommy Trease Allen Schultz Wicked Makers Andrew Fieldhouse Mat Dowall William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 176: Pretend you’re talking to a martian or a 3 year old.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what skills we’d love to copy from each other.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Had people at the house, almost done with the wood on the canoe

David Picciuto

Working with new camera man

Bob Clagett

Finished up closet build

Links:

Trent Preszler

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Q
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Essential Craftsman
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Big Dog Forge

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 175: Identity

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making things as an identity, weight loss and growing old.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Working on canoe

David Picciuto

New cameraman starts this week

Bob Clagett

Giant slip n slide

Links:

That Sugar Film

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Lignum
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Why the D in Disney is weird.
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Brian Block

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Nick Ryan Chad from ManCrafting™ Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

Jacques Speas Mark Yates PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop Andrew Fieldhouse Mat Dowall William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 174: The Flying DiRestas

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about niching down versus going wide plus the importance of staying consistent in your making and videos.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Made a custom bolt to fix a machine, working on giant razor blades, added a swing to the shop

David Picciuto

Planning a liquor cabinet/bar

Bob Clagett

Went to Craft + Commerce conference, added storage to Land Cruiser tailgate

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Artismia- Stone Fish
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Levi Allen
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Martin – Wintergatan

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Nick Ryan WorksBySolo Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 173: Concrete Bandsaw

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto ask each other 2 questions.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Traveling to California, working

David Picciuto

No videos, working on other projects

Bob Clagett

Plinko board

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Against The Clock
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Make It Extreme – Mono Wheel
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Build Something Cool

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 172: The Jimmy Way

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about movies, growing and changing and if the maker movement is dying.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Making another #7, filmed vlog from new shop
Down 3 lbs

David Picciuto

Had meetup at KenCraft

Bob Clagett

Patreon poster
BITS videos launch this week
Alexa Controlled Finger

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Matt Cremona
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Brett McAfee
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Tips & Tale from the Workshop

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 171: Ant Insurance

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about movies, growing and changing and if the maker movement is dying.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Hanging out with Giaco Whatever

David Picciuto

Having a meet up at Kencraft in Toledo, OH. Saturday, June 16, 10am-2pm

Bob Clagett

Figured out that MIG welder was bad, got a new one (WAY BETTER).

Links:

Maker Knife by Giaco Whatever

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Measured Workshop
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Objectivity – Cart with legs
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Heisz-Wandel Project

Check out the show notes here!

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Odin Clack Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 170: Elephants

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto talk about Jimmy’s most recent class, consumables, new camera people and unsolicited advice.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

new class

David Picciuto

looking for a new camera person

Bob Clagett

spending time outside, doing Tapigami

Links:

Tapigami

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Michael Alm
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Primal Branding
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jacob LaRocca

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Odin Clack Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Brent Davis BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 169: Jimmy is a huge Hello Kitty fan.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finding inspiration from ideas vs people, bad sponsors and it gets kind of deep.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Weigh-in, down 2 lbs
Working on canoe with Filson
likes to through stuff on the ground

David Picciuto

Made business card holder
Writing new channel trailer

Bob Clagett

Plywood dolly
Outdoor lounge chair (not copying Jimmy)

Links:

Mid-Century Modern Complete (book)

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: The Q
Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Toys That Made us (2nd season)
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Townes Van Zandt

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Odin Clack Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 168: 222

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 30 May 2018 13:13:08 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Maker Faire, eBay and do some project brainstorming.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Vise Stand, spring cleaning, prepping blacksmithing area.

David Picciuto

Mid-Century Coat Hanger

Bob Clagett

Maker Faire Bay Area, made a vacuum former

Links:

Maker Faire Bay Area 2018 – Day 1 & Day 2

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Cammie’s Garage
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Kirby Meets Audio – Part 1 | The Plan & Make With Miles
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pask Makes

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Odin Clack Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 167: Hoopty-scoop

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 May 2018 07:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about movies, growing and changing and if the maker movement is dying.

What We’re Working On

Jimmy Diresta

Been in England for the week

David Picciuto

Fireplace cover video

Bob Clagett

Been in England for the week

What we’re watching:

David’s Pick of the Week: Simone Giertz
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Crushing It
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Jack Conte

Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially:

Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel

PhunKiss Artistic Creations Pat Gornet Odin Clack Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop)

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Episode 166: Opie Matlock

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Apr 2018 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about movies, growing and changing and if the maker movement is dying.

Episode 165: Don’t let it beat you.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about film crews and bad design.

Episode 164: The Crow’s Nest

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 05:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about recent project challenges, voice over work and frustration.

Episode 163: Live Edge Bowling Ball

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about design styles, river tables and time travel.

Episode 162: An eyeball, tongue, ear and 2 big thumbs

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finishes, paints and hot tubs.

Episode 161: Snakes & Glue Bottles (with Evan & Katelyn)

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk with Evan & Katelyn about glue, Androids and snakes!

Episode 160: The Cadillac of trailers

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about tools that didn’t seem worthwhile, but totally are.

Episode 159: Drowning in cardboard

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Mar 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto are joined by Laura Kampf to talk about nostalgia (and He-Man). What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta In Cleveland for Lincoln Welding event with Laura David Picciuto Building a vanity Bob Clagett Map Cabinet What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Against The Clock Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lost In Space Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Greg The Bunny Laura’s Pick of the Week: Simone “I hunted a robot” Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Chad from ManCrafting™ Dor Sharir Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Edgar Wild Chris Kopp Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Herlander Passos Gosforth Handyman BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/makingit

Episode 158: Jimmy.. destroyer of mailboxes.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Mar 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about WorkBenchCon, mailboxes and southern accents.

Episode 157: Wizard Robes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about beginning projects for several different tools.

Episode 156: C in Sea

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being settled/unsettled, rockets and CNC.

Episode 155: Brain tornado-ing and pretzels

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto bring an idea to brain storm.

Episode 154: You like screen grabs?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about 3d printing, habits and routines.

Episode 153: Thinking hard about thinking hard

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about over thinking time vs thinking over time.

Episode 152: I’m in my jam jams, at the laser.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Jan 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about burnout, the cold, jam jams and more. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Working on frames for prints and learning on the laser David Picciuto Working on a new miter saw station Bob Clagett Nintendo Switch JoyCon Holder What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: First Responders GoFundMe Bob’s Pick of the Week: PI Workshop – Where have you been? Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Skull & Spade Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Dor Sharir Marcus Perkins Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Gosforth Handyman BlackSheepFabShop William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon by going to http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 151: Balance vs Balancing

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about balance vs balancing. What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Bobby Duke Art Bob’s Pick of the Week: Vox Earworm Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: “Diresta Inspired” & Steve Pelegrino Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Marcus Perkins Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop TORBAL Thierry William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon by going to http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 150: Call me Pocket Hole

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Jan 2018 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about labels and goals (and nicknames from Burning Man). What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Joel Telling – 3D Printing Nerd Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Toys That Made Us Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Welding Tips and Tricks Podcast Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Marcus Perkins Kyle Goeken Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski BlackSheepFabShop TORBAL Thierry William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 149: Stop, Start, Continue

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Dec 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what we want to start, stop and continue in 2018. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Finished up new VLOG David Picciuto Finishing up 2nd workbench video Bob Clagett Miter Saw Station Updates – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_tTy1fnVsQ Links: What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Laura Kampfs Tiny House – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GooksmJ5Vo&list=PLLsyCFICnr80wxBjhRoFElXWXpIuDcIJ- Bob’s Pick of the Week: How Star Wars was saved in the edit – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFMyMxMYDNk Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Amy Sedaris Show & Tom’s Tool Room – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-OFqTkFH55DFq6XIaJNWg Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Michael Schubert WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Marcus Perkins Kyle Goeken Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski TORBAL Thierry William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon by visiting http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 148: It’s not enough to kill you…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about going to college to be a YouTuber (kind of).

Episode 147: You never know, you never know…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about transitions and free tools.

Episode 146: Don’t clear your throat

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about distractions and how they try to avoid them. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Traveled, new printing equipment David Picciuto Workbench video Bob Clagett Automated Dust Collection Links: Sphere video How to make your voice sound amazing and healthy What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Heath Knuckles Bob’s Pick of the Week: OK Go – Obsession Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Veritasium Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Sean Rubino Freeman Furnishings TORBAL Thierry WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Kyle Goeken Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Jared Shaw William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Make Jake Make Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/makingit

Episode 145: GOBBLE GOBBLE

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about lots of things that they’re thankful for! What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Finished up clothing racks David Picciuto Working on a new workbench Bob Clagett Wooden Katana What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: How a sandwich changed my marriage Bob’s Pick of the Week: Chameleon Tongue crushing crickets Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Pure Living For Life Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Sean Rubino Freeman Furnishings TORBAL Thierry WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Jared Shaw William Davis Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Make Jake Make Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon at http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 144: Who knows where we’re going today

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being green, writing books and more. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Still working late David Picciuto Closing on his house! Bob Clagett Escape Room Puzzle Links: Making Time podcast A Fine Press Real Art What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: HBO Doc – Rolling Stone Magazine Bob’s Pick of the Week: Lowes DIY Escape Room / Behind The Scenes Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Lincoln Electric Table for FABTech Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Sean Rubino Freeman Furnishings TORBAL Thierry WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Jared Shaw William Davis Bryce Waight Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Make Jake Make Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us at http://patreon.com/makingitpodcast

Episode 143: ROBOTS!!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about future technologies for making things.

Episode 142: Crabs

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Nov 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about sponsors. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Building is going up David Picciuto Moving into new shop Bob Clagett Midcentury Modern Clock – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eL5kHPS50n8 Links: Hank Green’s secret to productivity WorkbenchCon What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Make the brand your hero – Shonduras Bob’s Pick of the Week: Song Exploder Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Kai W Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Freeman Furnishings TORBAL Thierry WorksBySolo Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Glen Bertram (Stuff I Do) Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Jared Shaw William Davis Bryce Waight Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Make Jake Make Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon by going to http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 141: Jimmy Two-Shows

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about current “Making It” news and what you need to get started in woodworking. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Walls of building going up David Picciuto New wedding rings video Bob Clagett Guitar Stand Links: Making It on NBC Getting Started in Woodworking What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Cayla’s Engagement Ring Bob’s Pick of the Week: The Oddlings (visit ILTMS shop) Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Hatchet build by Brett / Rory May Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Freeman Furnishings TORBAL Thierry WorksBySolo A Glimpse Inside Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Glen Bertram (Stuff I Do) Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Jared Shaw William Davis Bryce Waight Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Make Jake Make Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon by visiting http://patreon.com/makingit

Episode 140: Social Schmedia

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about SOME of the people we love to watch. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta Finished Axe Class David Picciuto Making new wedding rings Bob Clagett Cake (is a lie) Plate Links: Motorcycle sawmill Making It Dubstep Peter Brown This Old Tony Chris Salomone – Four Eyes Furniture Ben Uyeda Modern Maker Podcast Frank Howarth Samurai Carpenter Andrew Huang FixThisBuildThat Made For Profit April Wilkerson Laura Kampf Mike Boy – Learn Quick The Hot Ones Trustin Timber Evan and Katelyn What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Peter Brown Bob’s Pick of the Week: Dave Guyton Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Scott Turner Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Katie Freeman TORBAL Thierry WorksBySolo A Glimpse Inside Malt & Make Corey Ward Evan and Katelyn Wise Ol’ Dowel Matthew Serio Uber Workshop Nate Wojciechowski Glen Bertram (Stuff I Do) Jared Shaw William Davis Bryce Waight Derek Swift Philippe Majerus Make Jake Make Old-School Maker (@gfc62) Gary Oshust (SPark Workshop) Afaque Amanulla If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Episode 138: Rethinking Priorities

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they wish they’d focused on when starting making videos.

Episode 137: Where’s my broom?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 03:52:43 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about some video failures, successes and how we decide what to shoot for project videos.

Episode 136: I can’t. I’m busy.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer questions from Patreon supporters about all sorts of stuff.

Episode 135: Get Jimmy a 78 ft 2×4

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 14:40:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how their personalities have an effect on their process and products.

Episode 134: THE SHOP OF THE FUTURE!!!!!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 03:26:33 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about THE SHOP OF THE FUTURE!!!!

Episode 133: LASER BANDSAW (with William Osman)

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 02:21:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk to William Osman and Peter Sripal about all sorts of stuff!

Episode 132: The bottleneck

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 03:20:20 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bottlenecks and how much life we put on display.

Episode 131: Monopoly and safety

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about SawStop, safety and patents.

Episode 130: Let’s talk about pants

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what to wear in the shop.

Episode 129: Benjamin Buttoning

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 04:36:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about getting older and how age affects how we take risks.

Episode 128: Little Teepee Party

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Jul 2017 03:49:04 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about breaking rules, how paint colors cause fights and more.

Episode 127: Jimmy is a giant goldfish

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 04:05:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about limitations, fear, and giant goldfish.

Episode 126: Expect the unexpected

I Like To Make Stuff — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 16:20:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about avoiding and setting expectations.

Episode 125: My backup phone(s)

I Like To Make Stuff — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:19:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about moving strategies and why Jimmy has 10 iPhones.

Episode 124: The Cloud.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Jun 2017 14:01:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about software as a tool for making.

Episode 123: No.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about saying no.

Episode 122: So, you had a bad day…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Jun 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bad days, how to come back from them and fighting creative block.

Episode 121: Moving It

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 May 2017 04:14:35 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about moving and milestones.

Episode 120: We don’t have a toaster

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 May 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer more questions from Twitter!

Episode 119: Buffing and grinding

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 May 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer more questions from Twitter and beyond!

Episode 118: The point of no return

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 May 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to promote yourself without an audience and if there is a point of no return.

Episode 117: What’s your favorite … ?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Apr 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about content theft and do a lightning round of “what’s your favorite?”

Episode 116: Winging It

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Disney World, how we’ve grown and YouTube’s future.

Episode 115: Questioning each other

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Apr 2017 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto ask each other questions, talk about taxes and other random stuff.

Episode 114: What keeps you from productivity?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Apr 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what helps and hurts their productivity.

Episode 113: You’ve changed…. Change is good

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Mar 2017 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why changing is one of the best things you can do.

Episode 112: Not even wearing pants…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 03:59:01 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Martha Stewart, pants and are Bob and David related?!

Episode 111: Choose one thing..

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 04:30:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they would and wouldn’t want to do, if they had to pick one area to work in.

Episode 110: Amateur Hour

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Mar 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why it perfectly ok to not be perfect.

Episode 109: Taking a vacation from the vacation you live

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being present and unproductive for the sake of being productive.

Episode 108: Being fearless

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about fearlessness and the worst possible scenerio.

Episode 107: That sounds wiener dog shaped too…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Feb 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about their dream shops.

Episode 106: You’ve always got more options…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about coming back to a failed project with a fresh approach.

Episode 105: What if everything goes right?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when things are out of your control, the good and the bad.

Episode 104: 8 Band Saws, 5 Radial Arm Saws, 2 Milling Machines…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about having too many tools.

Episode 103: Looking Back, looking ahead.. yet, again.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the ups and downs of 2016 and what they’re looking forward to in the coming year!

Episode 102: CN-Cheese

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about 3d printing, how they use it and how they don’t.

Episode 101: Hot news in the library world

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they learned after putting on their first event.

Episode 100: Live From Boston!

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Dec 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto meet up with 200 close friends in Boston for the MakingIt100 event!

Episode 099: Out of your control.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what to do when you realize how little control you have over the things around you.

Episode 098: I don’t want to break the baby.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Casey quitting vlogging and changing directions for the better.

Episode 097: At your own risk…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about liability and budgeting (sounds boring, but it was fun..)

Episode 096: A fish does not look like a bar of soap.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they want to see each other make.

Episode 095: Tandem Horse

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how to get unstuck and the pros and cons of working alone.

Episode 094: Being a hoarder is a big job…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about buying old stuff and giving it a new life.

Episode 093: Change is hard

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about making changes.

Episode 092: Good Clean Fun with Nick Offerman

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk to Nick Offerman!

Episode 091: Getting the help you need.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when to get help with your work. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta – Maker Faire NY David Picciuto – Acrylic clocks Bob Clagett – Custom car horn for any car Links: Ability3d.com What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Katz-Moses Woodworking Bob’s Pick of the Week: 3d Printing Nerd Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Barnacules Nerdgasm Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Luis Dan Krupnik Corey Creehan Thomas Parson Jared Shaw Afaque Amanulla Carl Brink Ben Uyeda Michael Sepe If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Episode 090: Purpose

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Sep 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about finding purpose in work and life.

Episode 089: Avoiding the task at hand

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about putting off today what you can do tomorrow.

Episode 088: Making your mark

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about logos, walkmen and fax machines.

Episode 087: Maybe it’s time to change directions

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Sep 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about deciding when to give up and make a new plan.

Episode 086: Questioning each other

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto ask each other two questions. One work related, one personal.

Episode 085: Sometimes I’m really into the laser.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about favorite tools and first times.

Episode 084: Cutting down a tree with nothing on…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about nerves, meals and cutting down trees in crocs.

Episode 083: Learn how to learn.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about college vs free online education.

Episode 082: I buy a lot of hammers…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about lots of random stuff via Twitter questions.

Episode 081: Let’s just get through the next 10 minutes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about keeping track of your life.

Episode 080: Go where you don’t fit

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Jul 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about learning my embedding yourself in a place that you don’t belong.

Episode 079: A ramekin is a little dragon…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer some questions from Twitter and talk about cookware and dragons.

Episode 078: Sometime the cookie floats

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about reacting to crisis and dealing with change that you can’t control.

Episode 077: Learning up close

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the difference between learning in person and learning online.

Episode 076: The Process (Maker Faire 2016)

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Jun 2016 03:59:59 +0000

We couldn’t record a new episode this week, so we pulled the audio from a GoPro from our Maker Faire 2016 talk to share with you. The audio is pretty bad, but hopefully you’ll be able to enjoy it!

Episode 075: Interviewing each other

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto ask each other two questions.

Episode 074: They’re not gonna take away your birthday

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer impromptu questions from twitter and talk a lot about fear.

Episode 073: Eyeball trauma

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about dogs and safety.

Episode 072: Back FROM Maker Faire

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 May 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about their trip to California for Maker Faire, and more!

Episode 071: Back to Maker Faire

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 May 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the upcoming Maker Faire and what’s changed in the last year.

Episode 070: Kryptonite, Taxes and the Powerball

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 May 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about… well, lots of stuff.

Episode 069: Legacy

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 May 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about leaving a legacy.

Episode 068: Love Handles and Bald Spots

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Glowforge delay, bald spots and community vs competition.

Episode 067: Awww, look at that poor little piece of rope

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Maker Faires, rope and t-shirts.

Episode 066: Trampolines, testing and structure

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about testing potential employees, CAD and what our weeks look like.

Episode 065: A mallard is a tool you use when you do chisel work

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ducks, getting things done and overlapping projects.

Episode 064: Pat the bushes of my brain

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Sam Maloof, Death Star chairs and bionic arms.

Episode 063: $2000 to start over

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 03:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about doing things the hard way for practice and what they’d buy to start a new shop, with $2000.

Episode 062: Totally bananas

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer a bunch of questions from Twitter!

Episode 061: Time and tools and lathes and apps

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Mar 2016 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about a bunch of random stuff from time management to lathes and tool abuse.

Episode 60: Don’t match your socks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about digital tools that help or hurt your productivity.

Episode 059: Bobcats & Bologna sandwiches

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about expectations vs impact and do some more brainstorming. Also, bobcats & bologna sandwiches.

Episode 058: Important Forks

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 12 Feb 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about forks in the road and moments that changed our paths.

Episode 057: brainstorming

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto brainstorm future project ideas!

Episode 056: #freetools

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about #freetools.

Episode 055: Job Insecurity

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about job insecurity and the bubble.

Episode 054: The end goal.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 14:40:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about YouTube as the end goal… or not.

Episode 053: Follow through

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about following through with the things we say that we’ll do.

Episode 052: Looking back, Looking ahead (again)

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 01 Jan 2016 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they learned in 2015, and what they’re looking forward to in 2016.

Episode 051: There’s much trouble in the fuselage

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Dec 2015 19:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they’d get each other for Christmas (and other stuff).

Episode 050: Good Days

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 04:59:59 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about YouTube Red, how much is too much, and good days!

Episode 049: TV

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Dec 2015 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about ideas for tv shows, and why they won’t happen.

Episode 048: Bad days

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Dec 2015 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about bad days.

Episode 047: Jack of all trades

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 27 Nov 2015 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being a jack of all trades.. or not.

Episode 046: Going all Howard Hughes

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about focus, business and Jimmy going full on Howard Hughes.

Episode 045: Just what we need… another YouTuber with a backhoe.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 13 Nov 2015 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about freebooting, historical makers, and old rock stars.

Episode 044: If I was going to shoot the side of a barn…

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 04:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about MCNs, channel growth and planking.

Episode 043: Tell us how you really feel, Jimmy..

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about next big tool purchases, YouTube Red and how we got to YouTube!

Episode 042: All over the place, again.

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto bounce from topic to topic… talking YouTube Red, Star Wars, CPM’s and more.

Episode 041: I wanted to be Batman

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 16 Oct 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what they wanted to be when they grew up, and what that kid would think about them now.

Episode 040: How does content creation change you?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how creating content changes how you work as an artist.

Episode 039: Emergency Penguin

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about penguins, airports and WIA.

Episode 038: Before the first cut

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what goes into a project before you even make the first cut.

Episode 036: Precision & Accuracy

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about accuracy, if and when it matters.

Episode 035: 47,793 unread messages

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 04 Sep 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the software they use in all of the different parts of their businesses and content creation, and why Jimmy’s email is SO OUT OF CONTROL.

Episode 034: WAELDER

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto are joined by a special guest, David Waelder to talk about what it’s like sharing a shop with Jimmy and getting started on YouTube.

Episode 033: More listener questions

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 03:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer more of YOUR questions!

Episode 032: Listener Questions

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 15:59:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer YOUR questions!

Episode 031: Brainstorming

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 01:29:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how they brainstorm ideas and about Jimmy’s new makerspace fundraising campaign!

Episode 030: Productivity.geocities.com

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 03:05:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about some ways that they stay productive when working alone, or just when there’s a ton to do.

Episode 029: How to be a sellout

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 14:36:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about being a sellout, sponsorships and making a living.

Episode 028: Signs

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 15:30:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about sign making, camping and fireworks.

Episode 027: Simplify

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 03 Jul 2015 02:08:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about simplifying, organizing and knowing when you have too much stuff.

Episode 026: The next five years…

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 25 Jun 2015 15:32:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about where they hope to be in five years, and what MIGHT change in the maker community in general!

Episode 025: Staying playful

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 18 Jun 2015 21:30:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why playing is such a big deal!

Episode 024: What makes you happy?

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 19:09:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about what makes them happy, both in and out of the shop!

Episode 023: Style & Uniqueness

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 04 Jun 2015 15:24:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how they found their style and whether being unique really even matters.

Episode 022: Keeping the hustle

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 28 May 2015 14:29:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about keeping the hustle going, even when you might not feel like it, and.. what is hustle anyway?

Episode 021: Maker Faire and the gas mask guy

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 22 May 2015 15:17:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Maker Faire Bay Area and all of the crazy stuff they saw there!

Episode 020: Open source ideas

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 08 May 2015 01:02:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about inspiration vs copying, open source and remixing ideas!

Making It #019: Learning to teach

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 29 Apr 2015 21:42:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about teaching and learning.

Making It #018: All over the place

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 24 Apr 2015 13:26:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about a bunch of random stuff including intimidation and procrastination.

Making It #017: Organization

I Like To Make Stuff — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 21:23:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how they organize (or don’t organize) their shops.

Making It #016: Perfect vs profit

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 14:18:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the tipping point of perfection vs profit.

Making It #015: Gilligan’s Workshop

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 02 Apr 2015 16:18:00 +0000

This week, Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto figure out what tools they would want to have if shipwrecked on a deserted island… seriously.

Making It #014: Why

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 14:25:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why they do what they do and how it can help you focus when you think about it too.

Making It #013: Be Curious

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 19:23:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how they learn and why it’s important to be curious.

Making It #012: Handmade?

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 04:36:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about using computer controlled tools vs hand making projects. What is the difference? When does it matter?

Making It #011: Making movies

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 16:16:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how they make their YouTube videos, from cameras and software to lighting and composition.

Making It #010: If it looks straight….

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 04:14:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer a whole bunch of listener questions about all sorts of different topics!

Making It #009: Fears and Doubts

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 21:16:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about all of the things that scare them, both in and out of the shop.

Making It #008 : Who inspires us

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 29 Jan 2015 17:14:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about who inspires them. Some of their inspiration may comes from obvious sources, but a lot of it does not!

Making It #007 : Failure

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 15 Jan 2015 15:43:00 +0000

This week, Jimmy, David and Bob talk about past and current project failures.

Making It #006 : How do I quit my job, and do what you do?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 16:14:00 +0000

This week, Jimmy, David and Bob address a question that we all get a lot.. “How do I quit my job and do what you do?” There’s a lot to think about when pursing being a full time maker, and the guys just scratch the surface of what it takes to chase that dream. Also, they talk about Jimmy’s essay in the new book, Maker Pro, which is about making a living as a maker.

Making It #005: Looking Back, Looking Ahead

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 05:00:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the good and bad of 2014 as well as what they are hoping for in the new year. As usual, the topic creeps into related ideas like arcade machines, YouTube comments, and again… lasers.

Making It #004 : Getting Started

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 18:57:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about why it is hard to just getting started. Jimmy shares some tips that he gives to his students, and how he started his own shop.

Making It #003 : Goals (and LASERS)

I Like To Make Stuff — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 20:37:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about their goals, in life, skill sets and business. Also, LASERS.

Making It #002 : How Materials and Tools Inspire Creativity?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 21:09:00 +0000

This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about how materials and tools inspire creativity and how they have incorporated CNC machines into their workflows.

Making It #001 : Where Does Creativity Come From?

I Like To Make Stuff — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 22:48:00 +0000

Welcome to the very first episode of Making It, a podcast hosted by Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto. In this debut episode we talk about who we are, what we do and where we find creativity.