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Whatcha Makin' Show

by Alex Adams & Alex Duffey · English · Learning

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 balan

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 37 min
Latest: 30 Sep 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

30 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 57 min

Ep. 57 Risky Business (feat. Peter Capar)

In this episode of the Whatcha Makin podcast, hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome special guest Peter Capar of Ptree's Workshop. Pete shares his journey from restoring secondhand tools in his garage to running a successful small-scale manufacturing shop powered by an army of Prusa 3D printers and a massive Laguna laser. The guys catch up on what's on their benches, including Alex Duffey's Dungeon Crawler Carl loot boxes and pocket cribbage boards, Alex Adams' hickory CNC projects and 3D-printed Spoodermans, and Pete's adventures in small engine repair. For the main topic, "Risky…

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23 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Ep. 56 The Seinfeld Episode
It’s an episode about nothing—which means Alex and Alex get right into the weeds of shop projects, tool troubleshooting, and prep for the busy fall season. Episode Highlights On the Bench: Alex Adams runs a marathon print session making giant pop-culture popcorn buckets and 5x-scale Lego minifigs, while Alex Duffey doubles his production of Dungeon Crawler Carl boxes and harvests homegrown Wine Cap mushrooms grown in CNC sawdust. Whatcha Breakin': An all-out battle with 3D printers. Duffey essentially rebuilds his entire printhead assembly after repeated jams, while Adams hunts down elusive…
9 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 47 min
EP. 55 Favorite Home DIY Projects with Patsy Dobbs
Hosts & Guest: Alex Duffey and Alex Adams are joined by scroll-saw artist and DIY renovator Patsy Dobbs (@dobbsdesignco). On the Bench: Patsy is crafting a maker-themed bicycle for Maker Camp with saw-blade wheels and an anvil seat. Alex Adams is batch-sanding 3D printer stands and creating backlit lithophanes. Alex Duffey is finishing 100 game boxes, building Dungeon Crawler Carl loot crates, reviewing Vectric Spark for Mac, and 3D printing Mecha Chameleon shop figures. Shop Mishaps: Duffey broke four CNC bits pushing roughing speeds and fixed two 3D printer jams. Adams stripped his CNC…
S1 · E54 · 26 Aug 2026 · 2 hr 4 min
Ep. 54 3D Printing with Special Guest Dave (3D DIY Dave)
Hosts Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) and Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) sit down for Episode 54 to talk all things 3D printing with special guest Dave, known online as 3D DIY Dave . The guys dive into Dave’s creative process, content creation, tech and tool reviews, and the hilarious backstory behind his famous "mini-me" puppet. In the shop catch-up, the hosts and guest discuss their latest projects: Alex Duffey shares a heartwarming project helping a market customer finish a set of custom cutting boards, prepares inventory for retail restocks, cuts out 80 "Squatch Z" game boxes on the CNC,…
S1 · E53 · 14 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 55 min
Ep. 53 It’s Only August, but Holiday Prep Starts NOW
August might feel early, but if your maker business relies on Q4, holiday prep starts right now! In this episode of Whatcha Makin’ , Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive deep into getting your shop, inventory, and booth ready for the busiest craft fair and market season of the year. In this episode, we cover: Holiday Prep Masterclass: How to hunt down raw material deals early, stock up on essential parts/hardware (and manage long lead times), streamline backstock, design efficient booth layouts, and when to hire seasonal help for market day. On the Bench:…
5 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 43 min
Ep. 52 Rapid Fire Questions
In this episode of Whatcha Making , hosts Alex Duffey ( Duffey Woodcraft ) and Alex Adams ( Type A Furniture ) answer rapid-fire questions, share shop updates, and announce an every-other-week podcast schedule. Show Updates: A shift to a bi-weekly schedule Starting End of August. On the Bench & Selling: Alex Adams prints a 30+ hour Stormtrooper helmet (selling two in 72 hours), designs a custom bifold TV cabinet, pitches 3D-printed popcorn buckets to a local business, and recaps a wild fly-fishing trip in Colorado that included pea-sized hail and getting stuck in knee-deep mud. Alex Duffey…
S1 · E51 · 16 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 57 min
Ep. 51 Sharing a Shop with Tracy
Happy National Give Something Away Day! On this episode of Whatcha Makin' , Alex and Alex are sitting down with Tracy, the creative force and self-proclaimed "trash panda" behind the Michigan-based MNT Woodworks . Tracy shares what it’s really like to run a garage shop as a dynamic duo with her partner, Mac. We dive into the logistics of dividing workspace, coordinating tool handoffs, managing ADHD in the shop, and how they turned a literal "flying fuck" into one of their best-selling products. Plus, Alex Adams finally installs his massive neighborhood dining table (and pays the price with a…
1 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 56 min
EP. 50 Starting a CNC Side Hustle with Andy Bird
On today’s episode of Whatcha Makin' , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive deep into the world of entrepreneurial woodworking. If you've ever wondered how to transition your CNC hobby into a profitable side hustle—or even a full-time business—this is the episode for you. We are joined by the OG of CNC woodworking on YouTube, Andy Bird of Andy Bird Builds . Andy shares his incredible journey from a specialized career in turf grass management to launching into the full-time making world in 2020. He breaks down how he batched out wholesale products on an…
S1 · E49 · 24 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 49 min
Ep. 49 Selling on Etsy with Daniel Dunlap
In this episode of Whatcha Making , hosts Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) and Alex Duffy (Duffy Woodcraft) catch up on all things happening around their benches—from tracking an 11-foot walnut dining table crosscut to shipping out a fleet of custom 3D-printed articulated dragons. Then, the boys welcome a special guest: the king of Etsy woodworkers and co-host of Another Wood Shop Podcast , Daniel Dunlap (Daniel Dunlap Woodworks). Daniel dives deep into how he successfully scaled his business to over 10,000 sales on Etsy since 2021, shifting from custom bow ties and zero-clearance inserts into…
17 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 34 min
Ep. 48 The Reality of Maker Burnout
This week on Whatcha Makin , hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams dive deep into a topic that every maker, content creator, and small business owner knows all too well: Burnout . Whether it's the "little b" weekly exhaustion of administrative tasks or the "Big B" bi-annual creative wall, the guys talk about how they recognize the signs of getting overwhelmed and share their personal strategies for finding a beachhead, reclaiming their sanity, and getting their mojo back. But before they get into the heavy stuff, there is plenty of shop talk to go around! Alex Duffey celebrates the arrival of his…
S1 · E47 · 9 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
Ep. 47 Product Failures, Stir Crazy Projects, and Crow Grudges
Welcome back to another episode of What You Making ! After a brief hiatus, the guys are back on the bench to catch up on life, share their latest shop updates, and dive into the messy world of product and project failures. In This Episode: Life Updates: Alex Duffy returns from a two-week medical leave following leg surgery. He shares how going stir crazy on the couch drove him to tackle some light laser work and an upcoming backyard mushroom-growing project. Meanwhile, Alex Adams celebrates his anniversary and discusses his recent yard-seeding adventures. On the Bench: Alex Adams showcases…
S1 · E46 · 3 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 50 min
Ep. 46 Flying Solo with Jeff of Maker's Way
With Duffey away, Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) is flying solo to host a jam-packed, off-the-cuff episode of What You're Making . Joining him on the bench is Jeff from Maker's Way, the right-hand man and producer for the popular Johnny Builds YouTube channel. In this episode, Alex and Jeff dive deep into the world of 3D printing, workflow efficiency, and the realities of running a maker business. Alex shares how he tackled his son’s early summer break by putting his Bambu Lab printers to work on a massive, 200-hour 3D-printed Millennium Falcon "Lego" set. The guys discuss the trial-and-error…
S1 · E45 · 23 May 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Ep. 45 Finding Your Niche
In this episode of Watcha Makin , hosts Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) and Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) dive into the core concept of finding your niche as a maker, while sharing their latest updates from the workshop bench. On the Bench & Whatcha Breakin' Alex Duffey celebrates finishing all of his inventory for the upcoming UFO Fest four days ahead of schedule! He shares details on his custom UFO lights with miniature Sasquatches, cows, and trees, showcasing a magnetic levitating model on Instagram, and dives into his thoughts on the government's recent UFO file drops. Alex Adams has been…
S1 · E44 · 13 May 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
Ep. 44 Listener Questions & Shop Talk
In this episode of Whatcha Makin' , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive into the mailbag to answer listener questions. But first, they catch up on a busy week of shop projects, including a custom "Casa de Pollo" sign for a refurbished chicken coop and the massive undertaking of wiring 75 UFO-themed lamps for an upcoming festival. Highlights Include: National Days: Celebrating the unlikely pairing of National Apple Pie Day and International Hummus Day. Shop Projects: Alex Duffy shares his experience building a large batch of LED lamps and his recent…
6 May 2026 · 1 hr 37 min
Ep. 43 Ambitious Projects with Corey of Fortress Fine Woodworks.
In this episode, hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams sit down with Corey Rush of Fortress Fine Woodworks to discuss the mindset behind "unbelievable" builds. From solid walnut toilets to fire-vortex tables, Corey shares how a willingness to learn on the fly is more important than existing skill when tackling ambitious projects. Highlights: The "Dragon Toilet": The engineering behind Corey’s most viral project, featuring a heated seat and a functional bidet. Planning vs. Obsession: Using Fusion 360 for complex designs and the "blessing and curse" of late-night problem-solving. Overcoming Fear:…
28 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 42 min
Ep. 42 Art & Epoxy Masterclass with Brittany Carbone
In this episode of Whatcha Making? , hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams are joined by mixed media artist and educator Brittany Carbone . We pull back the curtain on the artistic process, exploring how personal history, identity, and science intersect with creativity. What’s In This Episode: The Intersection of Art & Science: Brittany discusses her unique approach to mixed media, why she transitioned from art education to professional creation, and how she navigated a "creative pivot" in her own career. Art-Based Research: We dive into the fascinating academic side of Brittany’s work,…
22 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
Ep. 41 Brooms, Brushes and Hand planes OH MY! : Ashley Pieper
This episode of What You’re Making features Ashley Pieper of Shallow Creek Woodcraft , a talented maker from York County, Pennsylvania, who specializes in fine furniture and heritage handcrafted brooms. Episode Summary The hosts, Alex Duffey and Alex Adams, dive into the world of "brushes, brooms, and hand tools" with Ashley. The conversation explores the intersection of traditional heritage crafts and modern furniture design. Ashley shares her journey from self-taught woodworker to professional maker and teacher, detailing her unique approach to creating functional art. Key Highlights The…
S1 · E40 · 15 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
Ep. 40 The Maine Event
Hosts Alex Adams and Alex Duffey welcome a powerhouse duo to the show: Hunter Locke and Brandon Smith co-hosts of the upcoming Maine Woodworking Event . This episode is a deep dive into high-end shop setups, niche product development, and the hilarious perils of Facebook Marketplace. Shop Talk & Tool Envy: The Alexes' get a virtual tour of Brandon’s impressive shop, featuring a massive "tool wall of fame" stocked with Woodpeckers, Bessie clamps, and premium saws. Meanwhile, Alex Adams shares his recovery from a back injury and the chaos of prepping his garage for a brand-new CNC delivery—all…
S1 · E39 · 8 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 42 min
Ep. 39 PPE, April Fools, DIY Clones, and Candy Sushi
Hosts Alex Adams and Alex Duffey are back after a week off to talk about the intersection of woodworking, technology, and life’s unexpected hurdles. Recorded on April Fool’s Day , the duo kicks things off by dissecting the best industry pranks—from Vectric’s "Easy Clone" software to Festool’s "wireless" wormhole dust collection. In the shop, Alex Duffey shares his progress on a massive batch of D&D dice boxes and reveals his "cheat code" for sourcing metal tulip bases from overseas. He also gives a deep dive into his latest artistic endeavor: two walnut end tables featuring intricate…
25 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
Ep. 38: CNC Bits with Liberty from IDC Woodcraft
In this episode of Whatcha Makin' , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) dive deep into the sharp world of CNC router bits. They are joined by special guest Liberty the Creator from IDC Woodcraft , who shares her journey from a small-town barista to a CNC bit expert and content creator. On the Bench The crew discusses their current projects, ranging from high-end furniture to experimental 3D builds: Alex Duffey: Wrapping up a custom cribbage board video for the CNC Summit, finishing a reclaimed barnwood piece, and installing a unique "L-shaped" floating…
S1 · E37 · 18 Mar 2026 · 2 hr 6 min
Ep. 37 Routing Through the Life of a Maker: Logan Newman
In this episode of What You’re Making , hosts Alex Duffey (Duffey Woodcraft) and Alex Adams (Type A Furniture) are joined by Logan Newman of Newman Specials Woodworks. Logan, a full-time high school opticianry teacher by day and an obsessive maker by night, shares the fascinating story of how he balances teaching students to make eyeglasses for the community with his prolific woodworking business. The trio dives deep into the world of routers , a topic Logan knows intimately as he prepares for the release of his upcoming book on the subject. Highlights from the Bench Alex Duffey: Ramping up…
S1 · E36 · 11 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 24 min
Ep. 36 The Quest for the Perfect Finish
In this episode of What You're Making , Alex Duffey of Duffey Woodcraft and Alex Adams of Type-A Furniture dive deep into the world of woodworking finishes—how to choose the right one, the science behind how they cure, and why you might actually be eating bug poop with your favorite candy. In This Episode: The Legend of Johnny Appleseed: Celebrating Johnny Appleseed Day (March 11th) with the strange history of hard cider and a 180-year-old tree in Ohio that refused to die even after two lightning strikes. What’s on the Bench: Alex Duffey talks about a massive rush order of acrylic sock forms…
S1 · E35 · 4 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 39 min
Ep. 35 Marketing the Maker: with Jeremy Hilliard
This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams are joined by the multi-talented Jeremy Hilliard of Ten10 Woodworxs and host of the Against the Grain podcast! Jeremy shares his journey from running a print shop to building a successful maker business specializing in custom foam inserts and high-end epoxy signage . We dive deep into the world of advertising for small businesses —discussing the difference between marketing and advertising, the effectiveness of direct mail and local networking, and how to represent your brand through custom banners and vehicle decals. The trio also…
S1 · E34 · 25 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 33 min
Ep. 34 Tool Regrets with Patrick
This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome the "secret third host" of the show, Patrick Gensel from Crafted with Machines ! The trio dives into the often-expensive world of tool purchase regrets . From the proprietary ecosystem of the Glowforge to the surprising realization that a track saw isn't for everyone, the hosts get honest about the machines that mostly just collect dust in their shops. They discuss how targeted social media marketing can lead to "buyer’s remorse" and the importance of researching an ecosystem before committing. The guys also share their current…
S1 · E34 · 18 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
Ep. 33: Finding your Style
Summary In this episode, hosts Alex Duffey and Alex Adams discuss their recent experiences in woodworking, including challenges faced in the shop, the importance of finding one's style, and the impact of market experiences on their craft. They share insights on epoxy projects, CNC technology, and upcoming events for makers. The conversation emphasizes the value of experimentation, community engagement, and the journey of personal growth in the woodworking field.
S1 · E32 · 4 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 51 min
Ep. 32: Small Shop Solutions with Thomas Custom Woodworks
This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome special guest Thomas from Thomas Custom Woodworks ! Thomas, a former PE teacher turned viral woodworking creator, joins the show to discuss the art of the shop project . Operating out of a 198-square-foot garage bay, Thomas has mastered the niche of designing space-saving workshop furniture like flip-top tool carts and folding workbenches. He gives us a deep dive into his upcoming digital course, "Master Your Power Tools," designed to help beginners calibrate and safely operate the seven most common shop tools. The hosts recap…
S1 · E31 · 28 Jan 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
Ep. 31: Quoting Custom: Formulas, Red Flags, and the F-Off Price
In this episode of Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams pull back the curtain on one of the most stressful aspects of running a maker business: quoting custom projects . Alex Duffey shares his hard-and-fast formula for pricing (Material Cost x 1.3 for wear + Shop Rate x 2 for profit), while Alex Adams discusses his more exploratory approach, involving detailed client interviews, sketching, and the "all-upfront" payment model to weed out non-serious leads. They also dive into the infamous "F-Off price"—when to use it and why you should never lower your rates just to "get the job." The…
S1 · E30 · 21 Jan 2026 · 1 hr 32 min
Ep. 30: The Blueprint for Success: Crafting Woodworking Plans and Digital Assets with Winnie
Send us a text This week on Whatcha Makin', Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome the talented Winnie from Standish WoodStory! Joining us from Ontario, Canada, Winnie shares her journey of building a thriving YouTube channel and business by creating accessible, step-by-step woodworking plans for the "weekend warrior." We dive deep into the business of digital products—how to design plans in Fusion 360, the effort required to document a build (spoiler: it's a lot!), and how Winnie uses free plans and newsletters to grow her audience. The trio also discusses their latest shop updates and "new…
S1 · E29 · 14 Jan 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
Ep. 29:Knockdown Success: Building Mobile Bars and Making it Functional with Yesi of Knockonwood
Send us a text This week on Whatcha Makin' , Alex Duffey and Alex Adams welcome the "Wonder Woman" of woodworking, Yesi from Knock on Wood Florida ! A former attorney who traded the courtroom for the workshop, Yesi shares her explosive growth in the maker community and her unique niche in creating knockdown furniture . We dive deep into the business of mobile bars —how she transitioned from a hobbyist to a pro, the logistics of shipping large units across the US, and her process for designing high-end, functional retail displays that can be assembled in minutes. The trio also catches up on…
S1 · E28 · 7 Jan 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
Ep. 28:Lights, Camera, Action: Mastering Maker Content in 2026
Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of 2026! Alex Duffey and Alex Adams dive deep into the world of content creation for makers . Whether you are a "beginner" filming on an old iPhone or an "intermediate" creator investing in lighting and specialized gear like the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 , this episode breaks down how to get started and refine your style. The hosts discuss the importance of "frictionless" filming, the power of good audio, and how even mundane shop tasks like flattening a router sled can go viral with the right camera angles. In the shop, the guys are shaking off the…

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