# Episode 167: Hoopty-scoop

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2018-05-18
- Length: 1h 03m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-167-hoopty-scoop

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their recent trip to Maker Central in England, where they experienced overwhelming fan support and long queues. They share anecdotes about visiting historical sites in London, including the Royal Society and the Tower of London, and Bob's visit to his ancestral village of Claygate. The hosts also cover their upcoming appearances at the Bay Area Maker Faire, the technical challenges of moving their podcast website, and their 'Pick of the Week' recommendations.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=1) Maker Central Recap and Fan Interaction
- [12:54](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=774) London Sightseeing and History
- [28:58](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=1738) Visiting Alex Littleton and Making a Hammer
- [33:17](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=1997) Driving Challenges in the UK
- [37:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=2234) Maker Central Talks and David's Fireplace Project
- [41:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=2479) Bay Area Maker Faire Plans and Website Migration
- [50:21](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=3021) The 'Making It' TV Show and Patreon Updates
- [56:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-05-18-episode-167-hoopty-scoop#t=3403) Picks of the Week: Simone Giertz, Jack Conte, and Gary Vaynerchuk

## Topics

- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)
- [Marketing & brand](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/marketing-and-brand)
- [Creator business](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/creator-business)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Maker Central (other)
- Maker Faire (other)
- Royal Society (other)
- Tower of London (other)
- Alex Littleton (other)
- Simone Giertz (other)
- Jack Conte (other)
- Gary Vaynerchuk (other)
- Patreon (other)
- NBC (company)

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