# Episode 057: brainstorming

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2016-02-05
- Length: 1h 05m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-057-brainstorming

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto brainstorm future project ideas for their maker channels. Bob Clagett discusses plans for a blacksmithing chandelier and a custom gas grill, detailing welding techniques and past failures with grill grates. David Picciuto proposes designing a wall-mounted box cutter and customizing turntable soles, while Jimmy Diresta outlines an arcade cabinet build using a Raspberry Pi and plans for a letterpress video.

## Chapters

- [0:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=4) Introduction: Bob Clagett's shipping container and early spring
- [3:40](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=220) Current projects: Laser cooking, TIG welding, and arcade cabinet
- [15:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=914) Brainstorming session: Blacksmithing chandelier and gas grill
- [26:05](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=1565) David's ideas: Wall-mounted box cutter and zipper pouches
- [31:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=1864) Jimmy's letterpress project and automation ideas
- [37:35](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=2255) Sewing projects: Aprons, tool vests, and amplifier covers
- [42:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=2524) Custom turntable bass and impossible objects in bottles
- [51:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=3061) Decorative candles and shoe sole customization
- [57:58](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-02-05-episode-057-brainstorming#t=3478) Star Wars fan art and YouTube channel recommendations

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [Microcontrollers & dev platforms](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/microcontrollers-and-platforms)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Raspberry Pi (chip)
- TIG welder (tool)
- MIG welder (tool)
- Dirty Smith (other)
- Rory Smith (other)
- New York CNC (other)
- Electro Boom (other)
- Smarter Every Day (other)
- Barge glue (material)
- Fusion 360 (tool)

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- [81: Two of Those People Can't Be Ducks](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2014-12-17-81-two-of-those-people-cant-be-ducks) (Embedded.fm)
- [Ep 330: Hover Turtles, Dull Designs, and K'nex Computers](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/hackaday-podcast/2025-07-25-ep-330-hover-turtles-dull-designs-and-knex-computers) (Hackaday Podcast)
- [Ep 325: The Laugh Track Machine, DIY USB-C Power Cables, and Plastic Punches](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/hackaday-podcast/2025-06-20-ep-325-the-laugh-track-machine-diy-usb-c-power-cables-and-plastic-punches) (Hackaday Podcast)
- [Ep 375: Rebuilding Tech on Our Terms and the Hero Nerd](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/hackaday-podcast/2026-06-26-ep-375-rebuilding-tech-on-our-terms-and-the-hero-nerd) (Hackaday Podcast)

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