Hardware Podcasts

Episode 064: Pat the bushes of my brain

Making It · 25 Mar 2016 · 57m

What this episode covers

Hosts Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto brainstorm upcoming woodworking and electronics projects, including a Sam Maloof-style chair, a Death Star-inspired bentwood chair, and a custom guitar case. They discuss specific materials like door skin plywood and West System epoxy, and techniques such as laminating, CNC tiling, and using Domino joinery. The conversation also covers the hosts' experiences with YouTube engagement, managing email notifications, and finding inspiration through antique shopping and online communities.

Most relevant to

founders before launch

Topics

Mentioned

Chips
Arduino
Tools
Domino, SketchUp, CNC
Materials
West System epoxy
Also
Sam Maloof, Death Star, Prince E, Smarter Every Day

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