# Episode 086: Questioning each other

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2016-09-02
- Length: 1h 06m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-086-questioning-each-other

## Summary

Hosts Bob Clagett, David Picciuto, and Jimmy Diresta discuss their current projects, including David's Murphy bed using red oak plywood, Bob's work with a 40-pound solid brass cannon, and Jimmy's replica of a Paul Evans sculptural furniture piece. The conversation shifts to personal reflections, with Bob sharing his experience performing a post-mortem facial cast for a grieving family and Jimmy discussing his admiration for his partner Taylor's tenacity in handling complex home renovations and business disputes. The hosts also exchange personal questions regarding fears, career paths, and creative inspirations, touching on topics like tilt-shift photography and the challenges of abstract art.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=0) Introduction and Project Updates
- [1:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=68) David's Murphy Bed and Photography Hacks
- [2:58](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=178) Bob's Cannon and Jimmy's Paul Evans Replica
- [8:52](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=532) Creative Process and Stepping Back
- [16:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=969) Bob's Post-Mortem Casting Experience
- [21:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=1289) Personal Questions: Fears and Parenting
- [25:38](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=1538) Jimmy on Taylor's Tenacity and ADT Dispute
- [35:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=2103) Handling Trolls and Constructive Criticism
- [38:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=2284) Favorite Movies and Hand Tool Woodworking
- [41:39](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=2499) Childhood Fears and Career Paths
- [48:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=2909) Tattoos and Future TV Plans
- [53:56](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=3236) Dovetails, Kids, and Schooling Dreams
- [1:00:44](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-09-02-episode-086-questioning-each-other#t=3644) Patreon, Book Plugs, and Weekly Picks

## Topics

- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Lens Baby (product)
- Paul Evans (other)
- Louise Nevelson (other)
- Basquiat (other)
- Aga stove (product)
- ADT (company)
- The Mill (company)
- 3D Printing Nerd (other)
- Kay Dresta Collective (other)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [STL214.5: The one with no questions](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-05-01-stl214-5-the-one-with-no-questions) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 105: Why We Build What We Build](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2016-02-26-stl-105-why-we-build-what-we-build) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL330: Our least favorite questions](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2024-11-29-stl330-our-least-favorite-questions) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 315: I can't believe it's not wood!](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2024-05-03-stl-315-i-cant-believe-its-not-wood) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL250: Catching up with Ed Pirnik](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2021-09-24-stl250-catching-up-with-ed-pirnik) (Shop Talk Live)

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