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427: Today Bob

Making It · 26 Jan 2024 · 1h 09m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, including Diresta's leather 6-pack wine holder and Clagett's record player stand, while addressing the theme of creator burnout. The hosts share personal strategies for managing stress, such as Diresta's shift to Patreon-exclusive content and Clagett's decision to reduce his team size to regain creative freedom. They also touch on technical woodworking challenges, including laminating plywood and cutting complex angles, and the importance of maintaining a sustainable pace in content creation.

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early-stage companies

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Weaver, Thomas Moser
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Peloton, Soul Cycle, Patreon, DSLR Shooter, Marquez Brownlee, Caleb

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