# STL284: Wood moves, and the other woodworkers are wrong

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2023-02-10
- Length: 56m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-02-10-stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.podcast.static.taunton.com/stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong

## Summary

Gary Rogowski, a master woodworker and author, joins Mike and Ben to discuss the continuous learning process in woodworking, emphasizing that mastery is an ongoing journey rather than a destination. They explore specific techniques including knockdown joinery for large furniture, steam bending using kitchen equipment, and practical solutions for wood movement in TV stand construction. The conversation also covers the logistical and ethical considerations of passing on woodworking tools and knowledge after death, highlighting the importance of legacy and education.

## Chapters

- [0:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-02-10-stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong#t=6) Introduction: The Journey of Continuous Learning
- [16:18](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-02-10-stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong#t=978) Researching Knockdown Joinery and Historical Furniture
- [23:05](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-02-10-stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong#t=1385) Legacy: What to Do with Tools When You Die
- [35:50](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-02-10-stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong#t=2150) Steam Bending and Practical Shop Techniques
- [43:58](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-02-10-stl284-wood-moves-and-the-other-woodworkers-are-wrong#t=2638) Flattening Stones and Managing Wood Movement

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Starting a product company](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/starting-a-company)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Fine Woodworking (company)
- Taunton (company)
- SketchUp (tool)
- Dave Richards (other)
- Charles Rennie Mackintosh (other)
- Glasgow School of Art (other)
- Nicholson (other)
- Grobe (other)

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