# Episode 082: I buy a lot of hammers…

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2016-08-05
- Length: 59m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss a wide range of maker topics, including Jimmy's custom wall-mounted guitar amp built from a thrift store Gorilla amplifier and Bob's Raspberry Pi-powered LED on-air sign. They share 'Today I Learned' tips, such as using rubbing alcohol to remove spray paint and the distinction between concrete and cement, while detailing their respective video production workflows involving tools like the DJI Osmo, GoPros, and Final Cut. The conversation also covers recommendations for kids' building toys like Maker Studio and Connects, and highlights emerging hardware companies like Wazer and Shaper.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=0) Introduction and Project Updates
- [3:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=188) Jimmy's Wall-Mounted Guitar Amp
- [6:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=368) Bob's Raspberry Pi On-Air Sign
- [8:17](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=497) Today I Learned: Tips and Tricks
- [13:42](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=822) Twitter Q&A: Calendar Frustrations and Gear
- [17:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=1029) Video Production Workflows and Gear
- [27:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=1649) Morning Routines and Summer Vacation Plans
- [35:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=2100) Getting Kids into Making: Toys and Materials
- [42:40](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=2560) Design Process: Sketching vs. Planning
- [46:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=2803) Hobbies, Collections, and Future Projects
- [53:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-05-episode-082-i-buy-a-lot-of-hammers#t=3210) Recommendations: Wazer, Shaper, and Andrew Huang

## Topics

- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [PCB design & layout](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/pcb-design)
- [Microcontrollers & dev platforms](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/microcontrollers-and-platforms)
- [Embedded firmware](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/embedded-firmware)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Sourcing & supply chain](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sourcing-and-supply-chain)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Gorilla (product)
- Raspberry Pi (chip)
- DJI Osmo (tool)
- GoPro (product)
- Final Cut (tool)
- Wazer (company)
- Shaper (product)
- Maker Studio (product)
- Connects (product)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [Bob Widlar, Electronic Design, FIRST Robotics - Monday, Meta Monday](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-amp-hour/2011-03-08-bob-widlar-electronic-design-first-robotics-monday-meta-monday) (The Amp Hour)
- [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)
- [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)
- [The 2014 Maker Faire Show - Traveling Technology Trangam](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-amp-hour/2014-05-21-the-2014-maker-faire-show-traveling-technology-trangam) (The Amp Hour)
- [1: Start Tinkering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2013-05-16-1-start-tinkering) (Embedded.fm)

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