# 384: Finally! A use for Spencers!

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2023-01-13
- Length: 1h 11m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/384-finally-a-use-for-spencers

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss skills that appear magical, including welding aluminum, sketching, and pottery. Jimmy details his failed attempt to weld a large aluminum table using a faulty spool gun, which forced him to switch to steel under a tight deadline. David recounts breaking a lava lamp by heating it with a torch and replacing it at Spencer's, while Bob shares his journey learning to weld TIG and his interest in pottery. The hosts also debate YouTube algorithm strategies, specifically the 'five-video rule' for sponsor valuation, and the importance of observing 'sexy' design elements from products like knives and flashlights.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=0) Introduction: Jimmy's welding mishap and the 'Don't Hold Back' message
- [3:22](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=202) Bob's machine shop growth and the 'machine diet'
- [6:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=390) David's lava lamp explosion and trip to Spencer's
- [10:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=629) Jimmy's Bulliet Bourbon furniture project and plumbing renovation
- [18:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=1109) Jimmy's toast video and the YouTube 'five-video rule' for sponsors
- [29:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=1743) Jimmy's failed aluminum welding attempt with a spool gun
- [41:37](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=2497) Skills that seem like magic: Welding, Sketching, and Pottery
- [55:26](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=3326) Finding 'sexy' design inspiration from everyday objects
- [1:01:07](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=3667) Absorbing inspiration: Antique malls, museums, and Sam Maloof
- [1:07:28](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2023-01-13-384-finally-a-use-for-spencers#t=4048) Tom Cruise stunts and the value of physical investment

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)
- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Marketing & brand](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/marketing-and-brand)

## Most relevant to

founders before launch

## Mentioned

- Bulliet Bourbon (company)
- Spencer's (company)
- Target (company)
- Lincoln (company)
- Arc Welding Angel (other)
- Sam Maloof (other)
- Justin Voss (other)
- Tom Cruise (other)
- Peloton (product)
- Fusion 360 (tool)
- Dremel (tool)
- MIG welder (tool)
- TIG welder (tool)
- spool gun (tool)
- lava lamp (product)
- International Harvester Scout (product)
- O-lite flashlight (product)
- DJI Osmo Action (product)

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- [Ep 166: Engraving with the Sun, Explosive Welding, Juggling Chainsaws, and Torturing Wago Connectors](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/hackaday-podcast/2022-04-29-ep-166-engraving-with-the-sun-explosive-welding-juggling-chainsaws-and-torturing) (Hackaday Podcast)
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