# STL 82: Matt Kenney's Controversial Arrest

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2015-04-10
- Length: 54m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.libsyn.com/stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest

## Summary

Hosts Ed Perna and Mike Mertz discuss woodworking techniques, including the installation of workbench vises, eliminating sanding swirls, and sharpening hand planes. They share personal shop anecdotes, such as Mike's planer calibration hack and Ed's drawer veneering trick, while addressing listener questions on tool selection and efficiency. The episode also debunks common woodworking myths, such as the necessity of finishing both sides of a board or avoiding sanding after hand planing.

## Chapters

- [0:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=6) Introduction and Matt Kenney News
- [0:52](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=52) Workbench Vise Selection and Installation
- [9:41](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=581) Eliminating Sanding Swirls and Stain Application
- [13:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=809) Planer Calibration Hack and Drawer Veneering
- [22:17](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=1337) Shop Efficiency and Workflow Management
- [30:44](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=1844) Hand Plane Sharpening Angles
- [37:20](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=2240) Clamp Types and Collection Advice
- [42:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=2539) Debunking Woodworking Myths
- [52:31](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest#t=3151) Listener Feedback and Outro

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
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- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
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## Most relevant to

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## Mentioned

- Veritas (product)
- Lee Nielsen (product)
- Fine Woodworking (company)
- iHeartRadio (company)
- iTunes (other)

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