Whatcha Makin' Show
Join the conversation with Whatcha Makin', the podcast for makers of all kinds! Each week, Alex Duffey and Alex Adams dive into their latest projects, share woodshop insights, discuss selling your creations, and highlight cool finds in the maker community. From learning new techniques to balancing your hobby and business, we tackle the real stuff. Expect a mix of education, entertainment, and genuine chat about the crafts you love, including woodworking, 3D printing, and more. Subscribe and be part of the Whatcha Makin' family!
Ep. 005 - Designing with Lasers
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Get ready to level up your laser game! On this episode of Whatcha Makin', Alex Duffey and Alex Adams dive deep into designing for laser cutters, sharing essential tips on jigs, testing materials, and navigating copyright. Hear what they're making (from wooden notebooks for AWSF to custom 3D prints), what broke in the shop (hello, stubborn filament!), and their latest sales strategies from events like BBQ Fest and swim meets. Plus, don't miss their "Whatcha Watchin'" segment for inspiring maker projects...
Ep. 004 - Organizing your Shop and Order Inventory
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Whatcha Makin' - Episode 4: Shop Organization, Sales & The Wild World of Making!
Join Alex Duffey and Alex Adams as they pull back the curtain on the maker life! This week on Whatcha Makin', we're diving into the essential art of organizing shops and managing orders, sharing practical tips (and confessions about messy woodshops!).
Discover our latest projects, from wooden NES carts and squirrel feeders to laser cutting boards and church pew restorations. We also reveal what we "broke" this week (think drum sander conveyor belts and lost ceramic coating...
Ep. 003 - Favorite & Feared Shop Tasks
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Get ready for a deep dive into the maker community with Alex Duffey and Alex Adams! In this episode of Whatcha Makin', we kick things off with a crucial discussion on the Vetric 12.5 update, exploring its significant new features and enhancements – a must-hear for all CNC users.
We then pull back the curtain on our shop operations, revealing our favorite (and most feared!) tasks. From the reflective calm of long sanding sessions and the satisfaction of woodturning, to the an...
Ep. 002 - All things Sandblasting
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Get ready for a deep dive into the dust (and grit!) on Whatcha Makin' Episode 2: Sand Blasting! Alex Duffey and Alex Adams tackle everything from Duffey's compact Vevor setup to Adams' Lematic gravity-fed blaster, sharing practical insights and limitations of these essential tools.
This week, hear what's on their benches in "Whatcha Makin'" (think Goonies-inspired woodworking projects and 3D printing hoody string holders), and get a laugh with "Whatcha Breakin'" (yes, that includes poop chisels!). The guys also recap Duffey's successful...
Ep. 001 - What’s in your shop?
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Summary
In this episode of Whatcha Makin', hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams discuss their current projects, including preparations for the McMinnville UFO Fest, the challenges of refinishing church pews, and innovative uses for scrap wood. They share insights on event logistics, material selection, and the importance of local connections in the maker community. The conversation also touches on the use of laser cutting technology for creating unique products, such as earrings and bookmarks, showcasing the creativity and resourcefulness of makers. In this conversation, Alex Adams and Alex Duffey discuss various...
