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Home Passion for Craft
In this milestone episode, Brent & Jackson celebrate their 100th episode by reuniting with Richard to reflect on their journeys from amateur DIYers to skilled craftspeople. They share insights on woodworking techniques, the role of hand tools in modern work, and exciting new projects like the Windsor lab. The episode includes a discussion on historical preservation, craftsmanship, and how travel inspired deeper appreciation for architectural heritage. They touch on the challenges of content creation, backlash over a Tesla roof project, and upcoming restorations like John Hancock’s door. Thanks to episode sponsor, Truss. Learn more at the link below!
https://www.trusspayments.com

Episodes

Passion for Craft | Episode 102: Should I Become an Architect?

Passion for Craft | Episode 102: Should I Become an Architect?

Episode 102    

Brent and Jackson cover the topic of architecture. Where did it begin? How does it play into building today? What are some misunderstandings and problems in the industry?

Passion for Craft | Episode 101: Deep Dive into Cladding

Passion for Craft | Episode 101: Deep Dive into Cladding

Episode 101    

In this episode Jackson and Brent go into detail on the history and background of cladding. This is a part of building that has been "over-engineered" by new products and would be well served by looking to the past.

Passion for Craft | Episode 99: How to Make Money in Craft

Passion for Craft | Episode 99: How to Make Money in Craft

Episode 99    

How do you break into the world of craft? How do you set yourself up for success? In this episode, Brent and Jackson discuss these questions and more all circling around the commonly requested topic: making money in craft.

Passion for Craft | Episode 98: What Brent DIDN'T Learn at NBSS

Passion for Craft | Episode 98: What Brent DIDN'T Learn at NBSS

Episode 98    

Brent's long career began at North Bennet Street School and he considers the things he learned there the bedrock upon which he built the rest of his mastery... So what was learned during his time there and what did he have to dive deeper on and learn after?

Passion for Craft | Episode 97: How to Build a Pediment

Passion for Craft | Episode 97: How to Build a Pediment

Episode 97    

Jackson tries to build a pediment and needs Brent's help. Brent takes him step by step through the process and they only hit a few bumps along the way. Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Viewrail.

Passion for Craft | Episode 96: France Wrap Up

Passion for Craft | Episode 96: France Wrap Up

Episode 96    

Jackson and Brent address some unanswered questions of Jackson's about the philosophical side of building that he saw in France. They also have a brief catchup about NBSS.

Passion for Craft | Episode 95: Jackson Goes to France

Passion for Craft | Episode 95: Jackson Goes to France

Episode 95    

Join us as Jackson talks about his trip to France and what his takeaways were as he comes back to the states.

Passion for Craft | Episode 94: Roast My House

Passion for Craft | Episode 94: Roast My House

Episode 94    

Brent and Jackson totally DESTROY all the bad home trends right now... not really. Join Brent and Jackson as they talk about common design failings that Brent sees commonly in his consulting work with people and their homes.

Passion for Craft | Episode 93: Ins and Outs of Building

Passion for Craft | Episode 93: Ins and Outs of Building

Episode 93    

Brent and Jackson are late to the trend, but they go over what is or should be in and out of building for 2025. We'd love to hear from you: What are your "ins and outs?"

Passion for Craft | Episode 92: The Five Voices

Passion for Craft | Episode 92: The Five Voices

Episode 92    

Jackson talks about team building using a tool from giantworldwide.com. This company is so helpful and it has changed how I (Jackson) have led my teams, I would encourage anyone who this even remotely interested to check them out.

Passion for Craft | Episode 91: Deep Dive Into Windows

Passion for Craft | Episode 91: Deep Dive Into Windows

Episode 91    

This episode, we tried out something new. We are talking about doing a longer form podcast where we discuss a topic more in depth. This was a trial run to see if we had the content to go the distance! Let us know what you think!

Passion for Craft | Episode 90: History and English Applied

Passion for Craft | Episode 90: History and English Applied

Episode 90    

Jackson and Brent talk about how school subjects are taught, and how they get substantially more interesting when they have application. History is a huge part of craft because we build upon those who did it before us (pun intended). | Thanks to our sponsor, MBrico Tile Decks.

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