Making It · 8 Sept 2017 · 1h 05m
Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the future of woodworking shops, debating the shift from traditional bladed tools to safer, enclosed technologies like CNCs, lasers, and 3D printers. They explore specific innovations such as a laser band saw, shaper routers, and magnetic joinery for knockdown furniture, while also addressing the challenges of modern consumerism and tool quality. The conversation extends to the evolution of content creation, with Diresta detailing his use of GoPros and drones to document his work and navigate daily life.
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