MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations

In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back award-winning furniture maker Frank Strazza. Fresh from two inspiring trips to Italy, Frank shares his experiences studying the marquetry masters of the Renaissance. A talented craftsman, instructor, hand-tool enthusiast, musician, and avid cyclist, Frank brings a unique perspective to everything he does. Join us as we explore his journey, insights, and much more. Frank Strazza * strazzafurniture.com [http://www.strazzafurniture.com/home.html] * @strazzafuniture [https://www.instagram.com/strazzafurniture/?hl=en] on IG * Frank Strazza [https://www.facebook.com/frank.strazza.35] on Facebook * Frank Strazza [https://www.youtube.com/@strazzafurniture] on YouTube MWA Podcast - Patreon Page [https://www.patreon.com/mwapodcast] @mwa_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/mwa_podcast/?hl=en] on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton * @barton.kyle [https://www.instagram.com/barton.kyle/?hl=en] & @bbcustomtools [https://www.instagram.com/bbcustomtools/?hl=en] on Instagram * bbcustomtools.com [https://bbcustomtools.com/] * On Youtube under BB Custom Tools [https://www.youtube.com/@bbcustomtools5684] & Kyle Barton [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRF9Rtxrkvx175G5KRy2Jg] * Kyle Barton [https://www.facebook.com/KyleDBarton] on Facebook Sean Wisniewski * @Seanw78 [https://www.instagram.com/seanw78/?hl=en] on most social media Mark Hicks * jointeffort.net [http://jointeffort.net/] * Jointeffort.net/mwa [http://jointeffort.net/mwa] * @markbuildsit [https://www.instagram.com/markbuildsit/?hl=en] on Instagram * On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort [https://www.youtube.com/@thejointeffort] Brian Obst * @obstwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/obstwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram

Luke Barnett returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk drawknives, Wharton Esherick, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, informative chat with one of the champions of our craft. Check it out! Luke Barnett * sbwi.edu [https://www.sambeaufordwoodshop.com/] * barnettchairs.com [https://www.barnettchairs.com/] WWing News  * Jet Black Series of Tools - Jointer [https://www.popularwoodworking.com/toolreviews/jet-black-series-jointer-review/] * LAP - Layout Computer - Now Does Casework [https://blog.lostartpress.com/2025/03/21/layout-computer-now-with-casework/] * Fine Woodworking New England [https://schoolofwoodworking.com/fwwopenhouse2025/] MWA Podcast - Patreon Page [https://www.patreon.com/mwapodcast] @mwa_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/mwa_podcast/?hl=en] on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton * @barton.kyle [https://www.instagram.com/barton.kyle/?hl=en] & @bbcustomtools [https://www.instagram.com/bbcustomtools/?hl=en] on Instagram * bbcustomtools.com [https://bbcustomtools.com/] * On Youtube under BB Custom Tools [https://www.youtube.com/@bbcustomtools5684] & Kyle Barton [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRF9Rtxrkvx175G5KRy2Jg] * Kyle Barton [https://www.facebook.com/KyleDBarton] on Facebook Sean Wisniewski * @Seanw78 [https://www.instagram.com/seanw78/?hl=en] on most social media Mark Hicks * jointeffort.net [http://jointeffort.net/] * Jointeffort.net/mwa [http://jointeffort.net/mwa] * @markbuildsit [https://www.instagram.com/markbuildsit/?hl=en] on Instagram * On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort [https://www.youtube.com/@thejointeffort] Brian Obst * @obstwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/obstwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram

We're joined by Luke Barnett, President and instructor at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute. Luke is an award-winning chairmaker, with one of his stunning Birdcage Rockers even featured in a traveling exhibit by the Smithsonian Museum. His journey is truly inspiring — from facing poverty and hardship as a child, to chairmaking, to now leading an accredited woodworking college. You won't want to miss this conversation! Luke Barnett * sbwi.edu [https://sbwi.edu] * barnettchairs.com [https://www.barnettchairs.com/] Woodworking for Warriors [https://www.woodworkingforwarriors.org] MWA Podcast - Patreon Page [https://www.patreon.com/mwapodcast] @mwa_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/mwa_podcast/?hl=en] on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton * @barton.kyle [https://www.instagram.com/barton.kyle/?hl=en] & @bbcustomtools [https://www.instagram.com/bbcustomtools/?hl=en] on Instagram * bbcustomtools.com [https://bbcustomtools.com/] * On Youtube under BB Custom Tools [https://www.youtube.com/@bbcustomtools5684] & Kyle Barton [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRF9Rtxrkvx175G5KRy2Jg] * Kyle Barton [https://www.facebook.com/KyleDBarton] on Facebook Sean Wisniewski * @Seanw78 [https://www.instagram.com/seanw78/?hl=en] on most social media Mark Hicks * jointeffort.net [http://jointeffort.net/] * Jointeffort.net/mwa [http://jointeffort.net/mwa] * @markbuildsit [https://www.instagram.com/markbuildsit/?hl=en] on Instagram * On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort [https://www.youtube.com/@thejointeffort] Brian Obst * @obstwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/obstwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram

Mike Pekovich returns to take on the 5 Questions! We talk tool chests in a vest, his biggest influences, and his go-to finish. It’s a fun, insightful chat with one of the true ambassadors of the craft. Mike Pekovich * @pekovichwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/pekovichwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram * pekovichwoodworks.com [https://www.pekovichwoodworks.com/] * finewoodworking.com [https://www.finewoodworking.com/] * Mike’s Books on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pekovich&crid=3SJQOAINIUDW9&sprefix=pekovich%2Caps%2C135&ref=nb_sb_noss_1] WWing News  * Ironbark Toolworks [https://www.heartwoodtools.com/ironbark-toolworks] at Heartwood Tools  * Carver’s Drawknife [https://barrtools.com/products/draw-knife-carvers-knife] from Barr Tools * Pack of Dogs [https://bow-products.com/product/pack-of-dogs/] from Bow Products MWA Podcast - Patreon Page [https://www.patreon.com/mwapodcast] @mwa_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/mwa_podcast/?hl=en] on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton * @barton.kyle [https://www.instagram.com/barton.kyle/?hl=en] & @bbcustomtools [https://www.instagram.com/bbcustomtools/?hl=en] on Instagram * bbcustomtools.com [https://bbcustomtools.com/] * On Youtube under BB Custom Tools [https://www.youtube.com/@bbcustomtools5684] & Kyle Barton [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRF9Rtxrkvx175G5KRy2Jg] * Kyle Barton [https://www.facebook.com/KyleDBarton] on Facebook Sean Wisniewski * @Seanw78 [https://www.instagram.com/seanw78/?hl=en] on most social media Mark Hicks * jointeffort.net [http://jointeffort.net/] * Jointeffort.net/mwa [http://jointeffort.net/mwa] * @markbuildsit [https://www.instagram.com/markbuildsit/?hl=en] on Instagram * On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort [https://www.youtube.com/@thejointeffort] Brian Obst * @obstwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/obstwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram

On this episode, we're joined by Mike Pekovich—Editor and Creative Director of Fine Woodworking magazine. Mike is not only an exceptional woodworker but also a passionate educator and a true advocate for the craft. Tune in as we dive into his journey, insights, and what continues to inspire his work. Check it out! Mike Pekovich * @pekovichwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/pekovichwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram * pekovichwoodworks.com [https://www.pekovichwoodworks.com/] * finewoodworking.com [https://www.finewoodworking.com/] * Mike’s Books on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pekovich&crid=3SJQOAINIUDW9&sprefix=pekovich%2Caps%2C135&ref=nb_sb_noss_1] MWA Podcast - Patreon Page [https://www.patreon.com/mwapodcast] @mwa_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/mwa_podcast/?hl=en] on Instagram Hosts' Contact Info: Kyle Barton * @barton.kyle [https://www.instagram.com/barton.kyle/?hl=en] & @bbcustomtools [https://www.instagram.com/bbcustomtools/?hl=en] on Instagram * bbcustomtools.com [https://bbcustomtools.com/] * On Youtube under BB Custom Tools [https://www.youtube.com/@bbcustomtools5684] & Kyle Barton [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRF9Rtxrkvx175G5KRy2Jg] * Kyle Barton [https://www.facebook.com/KyleDBarton] on Facebook Sean Wisniewski * @Seanw78 [https://www.instagram.com/seanw78/?hl=en] on most social media Mark Hicks * jointeffort.net [http://jointeffort.net/] * Jointeffort.net/mwa [http://jointeffort.net/mwa] * @markbuildsit [https://www.instagram.com/markbuildsit/?hl=en] on Instagram * On Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint Effort [https://www.youtube.com/@thejointeffort] Brian Obst * @obstwoodworks [https://www.instagram.com/obstwoodworks/?hl=en] on Instagram