Best Workbench Podcasts (2025)

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Airfix-Workbench | Battle of Britain 85 – Honouring more than the ‘Few’ 53:54

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In a year which has already seen the world commemorating and celebrating several significant WWII anniversaries, this year’s Battle of Britain Day commemorations will be marking 85 years since the pilots of Fighter Command repelled the incessant Luftwaffe attacks against British targets, including day and night attacks against London. With Britain …

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September 8 2025 #268 - Relays vs Switches, Lube | W3GMS Workbench 1:46:14

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General Discussion Highlights Host: Mike (W3MOW) chaired the session from Sadsburyville, PA, reminding stations of repeater etiquette and encouraging participation. Hamfest Weekend: Multiple operators reported attending the Mullica Hill Hamfest. Rain cut down on tailgaters, but there were still good finds and plenty of camaraderie. Kutztown was fla…

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199 - Are traditional workbenches obsolete in a modern shop? 1:23:24

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#84 - Modeling tips to show a specific place and time 41:35

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This episode we discuss how to make your layout show it's location and era. The use of buildings, trains, cars and signs help give visitors the feel of your railroad. Joe Binish, David Hamilton MMR , and Thomas Gasior MMR are featured in this episode. Our sponsor is Uncle Dan's Rastafarian Smoke Fluid.…

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From Jerusalem to Guitar Mastery: The Avi Shabat Story 1:40:47

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, I sit down with Avi Shabbat. From growing up in Jerusalem, discovering music in the middle of the grunge era and serving in the military, to building a career in sound engineering and eventually founding Shabbat guitars in Los Angeles. Avi's story is one of resilience, collaboration, and vision. In this conv…

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Biography | The Story of Giulio Negrini 26:04

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. I'm your host, Jamie Gale. For this week's special biography edition of Life With Strings Attached, we're on location in Switzerland with Giulio Negrini, founder of Giulio Negrini Guitars, to uncover the remarkable journey behind one of the boutique world's most imaginative and precise builders. From a childho…

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Airfix- Workbench | British Army Cold War equipment trio a diorama creator’s delight 27:20

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Welcome to this latest edition of our Workbench blog and all the news, updates, and modelling exclusives from the fascinating world of Airfix. We have something very different to the norm in this latest edition of Workbench, as we will be featuring no fewer than THREE impending model kit release additions to the current range this time around, with…

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& No Such Thing as Luck 1:38:20

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The fellas go deep into YouTube content creation. They talk about chasing the algorithm, Staying true to your integrity, and dive deep into how a YouTube video is made, for those of you who say you want to make videos but don't know where to start. youtube.com/theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcameraguy patreon.com/theartofcraft…

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Ep 75 - LearnJDE with Nick Velharticky 59:36

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In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul chat with Nick Velharticky, Principal Tech Support Engineer at Oracle, about the "Learn JDE" resource and how it can benefit JD Edwards users. The conversation dives into the differences between the Oracle Knowledge Management (MOS) site and LearnJDE, likening LearnJDE to a mall or IKEA for JDE knowledge—grea…

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Ep. 05: From Zero to Flight-Ready - Drone Telemetry with CircuitPython 10:36

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This week on Build, Create & Learn – A Maker’s Journey, I finally put the Adafruit Feather RP2040 and CircuitPython to the test — and the results were a huge step forward for my drone telemetry project. After weeks of SD card frustration on STM32, I’m relieved to say: the new setup just works. From a simple blinky app to logging environmental data …

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198 - Building for looks or functionality? 1:25:54

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#83 - Project priority. Choosing what projects to work on next. 37:32

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This episode features a discussion about how we choose what projects to work on. Needs versus wants, fun versus chores. Tell us how you choose your next workbench filler. Greg Dahl, Mike Jordan, and Host Thomas W Gasior MMR discuss their ideas for picking the next project that needs attention. This episode is sponsored by the Gerrymandered NMRA Div…

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Biography | The Story of Dion James 28:36

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Welcome to Life with Strings Attached. I'm your host, Jamie Gale. For this week's special biography edition of Life with Strings Attached, we're on location in Edmonton, Canada to dive deep into the story of Dion James, an extraordinary guitar maker who is helping to redefine the modern acoustic guitar. In this episode, Dion opens up about formativ…

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Airfix | Workbench- SLS Artemis – An Airfix design project that’s out of this world 30:31

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Welcome to this latest edition of our Workbench blog and all the news, updates, and modelling exclusives from the fascinating world of Airfix. We’re excited to be back in the fascinating territory of new kit additions to the current Airfix range in this latest edition of Workbench, or to be precise, the actual design of them, as we bring you detail…

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Gift Horses & Maker Camp 1:18:47

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The brothers talk about YouTube video view numbers, The Maker Camp Maker Swap, what Dustin plans on making for it, and what type of videos Devon plans to shoot and produce from Maker Camp this year. youtube.com/theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcameraguy patreon.com/theartofcraftsmanship Recommendations: Dustin: Andrew Burke @bu…

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August 25 2025 #264 - New Callsigns and New Horizons (SOTA) | W3GMS Workbench 1:03:11

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General Discussion Highlights New Call Signs & Operating Adventures John (KD3EE, formerly KC3WWC) updated everyone on his recent call sign change. He shared the challenges of updating software, websites, and radios. On the air, his “EE” suffix works especially well for CW during Parks on the Air activations. Station Troubleshooting Ron – WA3VEE rep…

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Ep 74 – INFOCUS 2025 28:47

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In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul dive into all the details about the upcoming INFOCUS conference, taking place September 9–11 in Denver. They walk listeners through the event agenda, highlighting everything from roadmaps and educational sessions to special interest group (SIG) meetings, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities. Chand…

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Episode 23: A Resurgence in the Skilled Trades 41:12

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In this episode, we discuss the big resurgence the skilled trades are experiencing right now in the United States. With new government initiatives being put in place to incentivize a career in the skilled trades, now is the time to be a part of the industry! Like, Comment & Subscribe to hear about the latest innovations from Jonard Tools! Website: …

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197 - Creating products to fund your hobby 1:21:53

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Reuben Forsland on The Art of Curiosity 1:36:36

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, we sit down with Reuben Forsland: Adventurer, innovator, and the luthier behind JOI Guitars. Reuben’s story stretches from backcountry snowboarding and near-death kiteboarding crashes to building guitars out of hempwood, carbon fiber, and even the walls of Jimi Hendrix’s childhood home. What drives him? A re…

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Airfix- Workbench | Westland Wessex. One of the world’s truly great helicopters 34:06

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Welcome to this latest edition of our Workbench blog and all the news, updates, and modelling exclusives from the fascinating world of Airfix. Following on from our Designer Interview edition, which was posted last weekend, we once again return to the subject of new 2025 tooling additions to the Airfix range in this latest edition of Workbench, and…

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Ep 73 – Interviewing BAs Part 2 34:49

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In this episode, hosts Paul and Chandra, along with guests Peggy Christensen, Rachelle Fettig, and Darren Young, dive into the process of interviewing and identifying top talent for Business Analyst (BA) roles within the JD Edwards (JDE) community. The discussion highlights the importance of skills such as problem-solving, attention to detail, comm…

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Ep. 04: When the SD Card Won… and Why I’m Switching to CircuitPython for My Drone Telemetry 11:21

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This week on Build, Create & Learn – A Maker’s Journey, I hit a wall with my STM32 drone telemetry project. My GPS parser worked beautifully, but the SD card shield? Not so much. After days of debugging SPI conflicts, wiring quirks, and endless C/C++ frustration, I had to face a tough question: keep grinding, or pivot to a tool that actually fits m…

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196 - First steps with a new plane 1:16:11

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Omer Deutsch: Crafting Guitars in a Time of War 1:47:46

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, I’m joined once again by Omer Deutsch, founder of OD Guitars. Omer returns with insight forged under pressure, literally. Living and working in a conflict zone, he shares how humor, community, and creativity have become essential tools for coping and resilience. From the emotional toll of war to the deeper v…

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Airfix - Workbench | A Westland Wessex sized challenge for Airfix designer 30:51

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Welcome to this latest edition of our Workbench blog and all the news, updates, and modelling exclusives from the fascinating world of Airfix. We’re delighted to be in a position to confirm that for the next two editions of Workbench, the focus of our attentions will to be exclusively related to one of the headline new tooling announcements made to…

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Enemies & Summer Vacations 1:20:43

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The guys catch up on Dustin's Governor's Cup sailboat race experiences and results, his trip to Lake George, and the new episode of Old Truck Antics. They also chat about Devon's work with The Crafty Studio, and new books. Check out The Art of Craftsmanship on YouTube, Instagram, and Patreon here... youtube.com/theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcrafts…

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Ep 72 – Interviewing BAs Part 1 31:21

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In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul dive into the topic of interviewing for Business Analyst (BA) roles within organizations using JD Edwards. Joined by guests Peggy Christensen (Hamilton Telecommunications), Darren Young (Paul Mueller Company), and Rachelle Fettig (Cardinal Glass), the panel discusses the types of interview questions they use …

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195 - Do we have unrealistic expectations of other trades? 1:21:42

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How Should Architects + Structural Engineers Work Together? w/ Point B Design Group & A-1 Engineers 49:36

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Why don't Architects sketch with clients anymore? And why don't Engineers invest in teaching their Architect collaborators? These two Austin firms have revolutionized collaboration by front-loading coordination, using paper to build trust, and aligning billing phases perfectly. In this episode, you will learn: → Why front-loading structural knowled…

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Maneli Jamal on Strings, Stories, and Ikigai 1:46:13

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Today’s guest is internationally acclaimed guitarist Maneli Jamal, known for his deeply expressive compositions and a playing style that fuses rhythmic complexity with emotional clarity. Born in Belarus to Iranian parents, Maneli’s journey spans five countries, twenty moves before the age of 18, and a lifetime of transformation through music. In th…

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Airfix- Workbench | The most famous Luftwaffe aircraft of them all? 26:18

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Welcome to this latest edition of our Workbench blog and all the news, updates, and modelling exclusives from the fascinating world of Airfix. In this edition of Workbench, we will be looking at our latest scale model kit tribute to an aircraft which has to be considered one of the most notorious of the entire Second World War, one which became syn…

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August 5 2025 #263 - AM Modulation and Emergency Traffic on Nets | W3GMS Workbench 1:23:21

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This session of the 985 Workbench was hosted by Greg, W3DIB, from Kennett Square. The meeting began with check-ins from both digital (EchoLink/AllStar) and RF stations. Greg reminded participants about repeater etiquette, including leaving pauses for digital users, waiting a moment after PTT, and managing the repeater’s three-minute timer. Notable …

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Ep 71 – Help! My CafeOne Doesn’t Work Due to iFrame Restrictions! 31:11

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In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul delve into a real-world problem that started with a community post and quickly turned into a podcast-worthy tech support session. The culprit? iFrame restrictions breaking a CafeOne integration with a cloud-based AP solution. Joining us to talk through the problem and share possible solutions are community co…

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Ep. 03: Untethered Embedded & GPS Adventures 12:53

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Ever wish you could ditch that annoying USB cable while working on your microcontrollers? In this episode, I share how I finally untethered my embedded development board using a Raspberry Pi – a real game-changer for my workflow! Then, we dive into the exciting world of GPS for my FPV drone telemetry system. Join me as I recount the struggles (C++ …

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How this Architect quit corporate life to start a new firm but without all the growing pains 9:02

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In this episode, two ex-corporate architects explain how running their own business actually meant less admin than being employees at a large company. What you'll learn: → Why small firms can now punch above their weight with the right tools → How to set up professional operations in 30 days instead of months → The payment processing strategy that …

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194 - When does buying used tools make sense? 1:11:06

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Hospitality Design w/ Michael Hsu, FAIA + APTUS - How Should Architects + MEP Engineers Work Together? 44:22

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Creating the perfect restaurant vibe requires controlling air temperature, velocity, day lighting, and acoustic quality all at once, but most architect-engineer teams can't coordinate at this level. In this conversation, you'll hear how these Austin-based firms have sustained their decade-plus partnership working on everything from P. Terry's locat…

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Biography | The Story of Rainer Tausch 1:02:54

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. In this episode, we travel to the small Bavarian town of Illertissen to meet Rainer Tausch: Guitar maker, musician, and founder of Tausch Guitars. Rainer’s journey began with a homemade guitar at age 13, inspired by the music of Hendrix, AC/DC, and Deep Purple. Over decades, he carved his own path through craf…

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Airfix- Workbench | Royal Air Force ‘Whaleback’ ASR launches – The sea shall not have them 29:16

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Welcome to this latest edition of our Workbench blog and all the news, updates, and modelling exclusives from the fascinating world of Airfix. We have something very different as our subject matter up for review this time around, as we prepare to welcome the first of three appealing High Speed Craft additions to our Vintage Classics range in 1/72nd…

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Barrel Rider & Camping 56:19

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The brothers chat about movies, AI, camping, the Governors cup sailboat race, and their new video out on YouTube now, "New Shop Vibes" crating a new work bench in the new shop. Check out The Art of Craftsmanship on YouTube, Instagram, and Patreon here... youtube.com/theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcraftsmanship @theartofcameraguy patreon.com/thearto…

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July 28th 2025 #262 - Big Guns on Six Meters, Portable Power Solutions, and Backyard Visitors | W3GMS Workbench 1:28:59

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General Discussion Highlights Propagation and Contacts: John (KC3WWC) applied for a vanity call and did some POTA. Leon (AA3LH) shared insights from operating in Colorado, noting poor gray line conditions in July. Travis (N3ILS) activated parks in British Columbia during travel. Jim (KC3RFG) worked Venezuela on 10m, which remains open with good con…

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Ep 70 – Orchestrator Components 40:02

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In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul continue their discussion from the previous week, diving deeper into JD Edwards Orchestrator. They offer an accessible introduction to what the Orchestrator is, who can benefit from it, and some prerequisites needed to use it (like being on a certain Tools release and having specific servers configured). Paul…

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How this Architect became more selective with clients using Monograph 3:56

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Architecture firms often accept any project that comes their way, but what if you could use data to choose only the clients who value your expertise? In this episode, you will learn: → How to replace fragmented spreadsheets with unified financial tracking systems → Why historical project data transforms proposal accuracy and profitability → How to …

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193 - Template Making 101 1:47:48

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#136. Power tools & hand tools. 42:07

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In this podcast, I talk about hand tools, power tools, and compare them, with my own observations. SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BTC lightning: [email protected] support the channel https://www.paypal.me/unplugge... ROMAN WORKBENCH EBOOK (free) https://drive.google.com/file/... NEWSLETTER SIGN UP https://the-sawdust-newsletter... PLANS (slot…

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How Should Architects + Structural Engineers Work Together? (w/ Arch11 and KL&A Engineers) 44:38

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Most architects treat engineers like a service you hand work to, but what if your breakthrough moments happen when you start conceptual conversations before making any structural decisions? What you'll learn: → Why bringing consultants to the table "as quickly and early as possible" unlocks structural innovation most firms never discover → How to r…

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Why Jim D'Addario Spent his Life Chasing the Perfect String 1:56:50

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This episode dives deep into the legacy and future of D’Addario & Company with James D’Addario, Chairman and Director of Innovation. With roots in string making that stretch back centuries, Jim shares how his family’s craft evolved into a global leader through innovation, automation, and a relentless focus on quality. Jim and I explore how string d…