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Off the Cut Podcast

Eric Spencley, Zac Builds and Deric Jennings

Come hang out and have some laughs with Eric, of Spencley Design Co, Zac, of Zac Builds, and Deric of Pecan Tree Design, as we discuss woodworking, building, making, and go off on some funny and interesting tangents as we attempt to answer all your questions! To submit a question for us to answer on the air, email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com. Want even more? Unlock the aftershow and tons of other perks by becoming a Patreon supporter: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast

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#220
June 13 · 1 hr 11 min
The One Where They Hotbox The Neighborhood | Off The Cut Podcast Episode 220
We're breaking down the unspoken rules of hobbies—like why rolling up to a hockey game with white gloves or carrying a pristine, scratch-free skateboard automatically makes you look like a total noob. We vent about the absolute misery of video editing software when it inexplicably pauses your render at 12% for days, eating up 40+ hours of troubleshooting to no avail. We also dive into the absurd hoops you have to jump through to set up online courses and battle anti-piracy browser blockers Plus, there's nothing quite like waking up to your neighbor's house engulfed in flames , forcing you to frantically hose down your own roof. Oh, and we share some choice words for subscription models trying to bleed us dry. Grab your Festool air purifier —it's getting smoky in here Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) Gorilla Glue (http://gorillatough.com/offthecut) #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaTough
#219
June 6 · 1 hr 2 min
The One Where They Blow A Couple Holes | Off The Cut Podcast Episode 219
Welcome back to the shop, friends. We're kicking things off with the bizarre mystery of the YouTube algorithm—specifically how a 40-minute, 10-out-of-10 stinker of a garage upgrade video miraculously resurrected itself after a long Memorial Day weekend Deric scored a 16-speed Central Machinery drill press at a yard sale for 30 bucks, which naturally leads to us brainstorming how to custom-paint it like a WWII bomber. We debate the dreaded "puzzle moment" of a project—that soul-crushing point where you solve the complex part and instantly lose all motivation to finish the tedious sanding. Grab a cold beverage, ignore the neighbors creeping up your driveway to ask what you're doing, and let's get into it. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) Gorilla Glue (http://gorillatough.com/offthecut) #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaTough
#218
May 30 · 1 hr 8 min
The One Where They Torture Solicitors | Off The Cut Podcast Episode 218
We're back and diving straight into the harsh realities of creating content when the algorithm clearly prefers confirmation bias over the actual, frustrating truth. Zac gives us the rundown on a speaker build that required way more technical tweaking than those viral DIY videos ever admit, and we debate if the new Kreg joinery tool actually has what it takes to dethrone the Festool Domino, or if we're all just victims of influencer marketing. We also swap notes on the absolute best ways to handle door-to-door salespeople, the mystery of Carhartt's transition into high fashion, deep pour epoxy that decides to smoke in the cup, the devastating results of taking a Japanese pole saw to aluminum extrusion, and the shared global trauma of having a U2 album forcefully injected into our iPods. Grab your favorite MP3 player and settle in. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking
#217
May 23 · 1 hr 10 min
The One Where They Watch The Domino Fall | Off The Cut Podcast Episode 217
We’re diving headfirst into the latest woodworking drama: Kreg's new "loose tenon joiner" and whether it actually has the precision (and the legal clearance) to dethrone the almighty Festool Domino. Zac is currently trapped in sponsor approval purgatory with his next video, leading us down a rabbit hole of agency contracts, vanity URLs, and why DIY foam speakers actually sound surprisingly good if you throw a subwoofer in the mix. We also debate the questionable merits of car audio upgrades, the sheer terror of filming DIY repairs in your driveway while your neighbors judge you, and why modern society desperately needs to bring back the visceral, aggressive satisfaction of slamming a flip phone shut to end a bad call. Finally, Deric brings us a masking nightmare on a hexagonal toy box panel, and we brainstorm incredibly convoluted ways to paint it white without ruining the epoxy inlay. Grab a seltzer, let's complain about tech, tools, and tape. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO WTB Woodworking wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway Gorilla Glue http://gorillatough.com/offthecut #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaTough
#216
May 16 · 1 hr 5 min
The One Where They Buy 100 Katy Perry Singles | Off The Cut-Episode 216
We’re back in the shop (and the dentist's chair) this week. Zac’s sporting a brand-new crown, while someone else is apparently gaining 15,000 followers by pretending to be him. Deric got a whole ten-cent payday from Facebook monetization, and we dive deep into the absolute absurdity of the iTunes gift card scam—seriously, who is buying 100 Katy Perry singles in 2026? We also explore the dark side of 90s pop lyrics, realizing that some of our favorite radio hits were secretly about crystal meth and cocaine. Between debating why Brita filters are for "weak people" and the soul-crushing reality of recording voiceovers until you develop a speech impediment, we actually find time to talk shop. We’re geeking out over the new Fantic cordless soldering iron, discussing the merits of soldering versus crimping for car electronics, and walking through Eric’s master plan for a sage green bathroom remodel—including the inevitable debate over elongated vs. round toilet seats. Grab your favorite drink (room temperature, if you're Eric) and let's get into it. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking
#215
May 9 · 1 hr 4 min
The One Where They Use A Dumb CNC | Off The Cut Podcast (Episode 215)
This week, we dive into the frustrations of "dumb" machines and the realities of DIY projects that turn into total replacements. Zac vents about his CNC snapping bits and its lack of "intelligence" compared to modern 3D printers, while Eric recounts his sweaty adventures installing a Tesla charger in a hot attic—complete with a surprising win at the hardware store checkout. The guys also discuss the "lipstick on a pig" dilemma of home repairs and how a creator’s haircut is the ultimate timeline for how long a video actually takes to produce. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO)WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway)Gorilla Glue: gorillatough.com/offthecut#Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaTough
#214
May 2 · 53 min
The One Where They Ram It | Off The Cut Podcast Episode 214
Zac and Deric are flying solo this week! While Eric enjoys some time away, the guys get into the weeds on Zac’s new course (it’s like launching a whole new channel) and the gear grinding feeling of switching between tasks. The conversation drifts all over the place, much like that old Dodge in the driveway—from cinder-block furniture in early lofts to the dream of forklift-powered home elevators. In this episode: The Content Grind: Why a single course module can take 35 pages of voiceover. Social Sprints: The breakdown of why YouTube notifications are broken and why Instagram wins the community game. Shop Talk: A Gorilla Glue "off-label" sealer trick Car Therapy: Replacing brake lines, fighting rusted bolts, and the nostalgia of 3D printing a hood ornament for a late-80s Dodge Prospector. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) Gorilla Glue: gorillatough.com/offthecut #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaTough
#213
April 25 · 1 hr 2 min
The One Where They Get Cattywampus | Off The Cut Podcast-Episode 213
We finally solve the mysteries of the universe—or at least the ones involving aluminum cans and why your garage door is trying to kill you. We dive into the "uncanny valley" of AI-generated emails that try just a little too hard to be your friend, and why Eric would rather do drywall every day than ever touch rubber gym flooring again. If you’ve ever wondered about the surface area to volume ratio of a White Claw versus a standard beer can, or why an HVAC technician wants you to watch a video on his iPad, this one is for you. We help Zac break down the agonizing process of filming a woodworking course when you have 8 hours of footage and no idea when to stop explaining the "why". Highlights: The Bubbly Koozie Engineering: Deric breaks down the complex world of 3D-printed koozies and the actual math behind can sizes. The AI "Tom" Scandal: Zac gets a "personalized" email from an AI agent that knows way too much about his Xbox mods. Door-to-Door Combat: Strategies for handling salesmen, including the Seinfeld "Home Phone Number" maneuver. The Garage Door Disaster: Eric’s near-death experience with spring tension and the "Cattywampus" cable. The 50-Blade Floor: Why Eric went through an entire pack of utility blades for one rubber floor. Editing Secrets: The Q and W keys that will save your life in Premiere Pro. Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking
#212
April 18 · 1 hr 7 min
The One Where They Boycott Bubly|Off The Cut Podcast Episode 212
This week, we’re officially declaring a boycott on Bubly—they took away our little tab greetings, and frankly, we’re taking it personal. Once we cool off, we dive into Zac’s latest Steam Machine build, the logistics of launching his new course, and the wild world of fake email addresses. That naturally leads to Eric confessing his life of crime and getting detained by the police in 7th grade over a Mountain Dew Xbox 360 giveaway gone wrong. We also try to solve Eric’s bathroom renovation design crisis (to Shou Sugi Ban or not to Shou Sugi Ban?), discuss the eerie targeted ads you get when you just think of something, and share a cautionary tale about sealing off your office with fresh polyurethane on the shelves. Grab your beverage of choice (even if it's a tab-less sparkling water), and let's get into it. In this episode, we cover: The great Bubly tab betrayal and morning carbonation etiquette Zac’s Steam Machine video and course launch strategies Why giving out fake emails is necessary (especially at car dealerships) Eric’s accidental identity theft and police interrogation as a kid Design advice for Eric’s half-bath renovation (Sage green? Black cabinets?) The "Porcelain Pac" and the paranoia of targeted bathroom ads Why you shouldn't close the door when polyurethane is curing(drying?) The bandwidth limits of 8K monitors and the cables we are sold Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO WTB Woodworking wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway Gorilla Glue http://gorillatough.com/offthecut #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaTough
#211
April 11 · 1 hr 9 min
The One Where They Run Out Of Tokens | Off The Cut Podcast Ep. 211
Let’s be honest, half of this episode is just us battling the machines.Eric finally figures out why his gigabit internet is crawling (spoiler: mesh networks are liars), and Zac drops some serious cash on a Wi-Fi 7 router only to realize it sounds like last Thanksgivings turkey in the dryer on perma-press. We also dive deep into the current state of AI—from how “tokens” actually work to why chatbots confidently overlook some Apple products and how MacBook Pros that smell like rotten eggs, are to be expected. We help Zac workshop a name for his upcoming console modding course, Eric drops some hard truths on the absolute racket that is email marketing, and Deric tears his living room apart looking for that thumb drive he lost because he refuses to network his editing computers.Deric installed shop lights so bright his cat thinks she’s being abducted. Chapter Markers: 00:00 - We skip the ads (You're welcome) 08:00 - Eric’s Mesh Network Betrayal & The 2.4GHz Bottleneck 16:40 - Zac’s Screaming Wi-Fi 7 Router Modification 18:34 - Using AI to Talk You Out of $500 Purchases 21:50 - What the Hell are AI "Tokens" Anyway? 28:54 - AI Hallucinations: AirPods Pro 3 & Egg-Scented MacBooks 36:00 - Workshopping Zac's Console Modding Course Name 48:20 - The Extortion Bracket of Email Marketing 55:10 - Deric Loses His Mind (And His Thumb Drive) 01:02:04 - Blinding the Cat with New Shop Lights 01:06:50 - Why Burglars Don't Want Your TV Anymore Got questions? Email us at offthecutpodcast@gmail.com Join the Aftershow: https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ Merch: https://www.spencleydesignco.com Start a Podcast: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432 Follow the Hosts: Zac: @ZacBuilds Eric: @SpencleyDesignCo Deric: @PecanTreeDesign Proudly Sponsored By: KM Tools (kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO) WTB Woodworking (wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway) #Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking

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