Workshop Banter

WORKSHOP BANTER

UK based woodworking maker podcast by Matthew Smith (Badger Workshop) and Keith Brown (Rag 'n' Bone Brown)

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20 episodes
Updated Jun 3, 2024

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Jun 3, 2024 · 25 min
EP43: Is It The End / Sanding Discs / Online Shops
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss new tools, if the Workshop Banter podcast is coming to an end, new sanding discs and buying things online You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Mike Krabal - Camper Project https://youtu.be/B9qug1rEQnM?si=QOxRhJQHw8_2E-Ci @Smallbarnworkshop https://www.youtube.com/@Smallbarnworkshop
May 20, 2024 · 33 min
EP42: New Table Saws / Keith Got Wood! / Recycling
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss some new table saws to the market, Matt's been changing his workshop around (again!), Keith actually bought some wood (!) and wood recycling. You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Danny Sandhouse - @Danny_Sandhouse Hew & Awe - Everything You Need To Know - How Hardwood Timber Is Made https://youtu.be/qgefJC1h-5Y?si=c7hEjvhqvyvP0uP3 Martin Murray - Making My Mark https://youtu.be/3x9TCgGWviA?si=HaYtj7b3LLBYkB1S
Mar 18, 2024 · 20 min
EP41: Grounding Myth / Grinding / Finishes
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss the pvc pipe dust extraction grounding myth (?), grinding and sharpening solutions and wood finishes You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Mentions: John McGrath's video about grounding PVC Pipe https://youtu.be/yA22kTtV4XI?si=YeNihxpWzwIzvDj0 Our Recommendations: Darbin Orvar https://www.youtube.com/@darbinorvar Jimmy Diresta Brass Skull Door Knocker https://youtu.be/9pKoIwyMSNA?si=pRyLbNRQbX_YFDb6 @jimmydiresta
Mar 4, 2024 · 46 min
EP40: HOUSE PROBLEMS! // New Years Resolutions // Shed Build
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter We both have house problems to tackle, Matt's had boiler and plumbing issues and Keith's having drainage nightmares. We chat about woodworking projects and our plans for 2024. And Keith's planning a shed build on a tight budget! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Carpenters Daughter https://www.youtube.com/@TheCarpentersDaughterUK Bisch Basch Bosch's modular workshop unit https://youtu.be/IlM-G3vbtAY?si=NhaQewWzP_nxMRbu https://youtu.be/Jn0Xdzq-Of4?si=c_R0pJwAqrc02EXN
Dec 24, 2023 · 43 min
WOODWORKING QUIZ // How Many Can You Get?
Woodworking Quiz - a special Christmas edition of Workshop Banter & Friends. Thank you so much to the below for contributing: Aiden & Arthur - The Aiden Project https://www.youtube.com/@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT Andy Mac - Gosforth Handyman https://www.youtube.com/@UC8HX5CxoGOt2q1uT7uQxLOw Ben - Hew & Awe https://www.youtube.com/@UCALEJF7Lgk_sYNeU_nPra4g Leo - Hand-i-craft https://www.youtube.com/@Hand-i-Craft Matt Estlea https://www.youtube.com/@UCxWzA3ZlYEOLr1JkKH0ZMyg Peter Millard - 10 Minute Workshop https://www.youtube.com/@UC_FksrzP3q-IuoWTiG501LQ Tim & Jo - The Restoration Couple https://www.youtube.com/@UCQQonXRE7eXIdKIH9fqFkCw Vikkie - The Carpenters Daughter https://www.youtube.com/@UCu46Dpf61TAL0zVMLsJ_K1g Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Or donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com
Dec 11, 2023 · 40 min
EP38: Dust Extraction Idea / Matt's New Venture
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss Keith's dust extraction rabbit hole including a wacky idea that might just be genius and Matt's new YouTube channel and kitchen renovation plus a rant about Wickes! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Mentions: Kitchen Ramblings (Matt's new channel) https://www.youtube.com/@KitchenRamblings-in5py Woodwork Journey https://www.youtube.com/@WoodworkJourney Our Recommendations: Bradshaw Joinery https://www.youtube.com/@BradshawJoinery Sun Tunnel installation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Er2rDo4dnyk
Nov 13, 2023 · 45 min
EP37: NEW TOOLS / HEATING / COMMISSIONS / TV
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss some new tools, workshop heating in the winter, woodworking on television and some nightmare commissions! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Michael Alm Workshop Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOOyZPn-fuM True Blue Travellers: https://www.youtube.com/@truebluetravellers
Oct 30, 2023 · 39 min
EP36: New Machines! / Branding Irons / Intruder!!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss planer thicknesser machines, branding irons, woodworking machinery suppliers and Keith's story about an intruder!! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Jack Forsberg https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6jpIs2zjN9DmVvK2ZAWXA GT Woodshop https://www.youtube.com/@UCcBsfVtoL1tXRkgWB7ZIMCg why is hardwood so expensive in the UK? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BN2jZXy9PAM
Sep 18, 2023 · 44 min
EP35: Bargains / Micro Bevels / Dark Side of YouTube
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode: Keith discovered an unbelievable reclamation yard, Matt's bargain hunting, are micro bevels worth it, and the dark side of YouTube! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Mentions:https://www.youtube.com/ @norfolkantiqueandreclamation Hew & Awe Bevels Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6qa9kkfA2Y
Aug 28, 2023 · 36 min
EP34: WE'RE BACK! Workshop Organisation & New Machines!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss Matt's new shed, Keith's new baby, workshop changes and new machines! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Wood Whisperer - Is Rubio In Trouble? Phill Wyatt Projects https://www.youtube.com/@PhillWyattProjects
Aug 8, 2023 · 20 min
EP33: FAVOURITE PALLET PROJECTS #workshopbanterchallenge
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this special episode we are reviewing the amazing entries to the Workshop Banter One Pallet Challenge - thank you so much to all participants - EVERYONE IS A WINNER!!! Workshop Banter Challenge YouTube Videos: Little Falls Workshop - Stool https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZL5g7uMooY Benjamin Hammond @ The Mill - Oak Crate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSpvkVCHUnI Martin Murray - Flowers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RI2k-UvHo5E From The Pallet Shed - Laminated Side Table https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ku3x9eUgPbo Backyard Chippy - Spice Rack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM1tUGb6zz8 Coins2Collect - Piggy Bank https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=havgVPdGbis MPLM Workshop - Apiary Ornament https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3iro25FOqg I'm Gonna Make - Garden Gate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Duduc_Ok2Xo Useless To Useful - Hat & Coat Stand https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwQ8EWCKORA Our Favourite Projects: 9.5 Woodworks Vertical Chess Set https://www.instagram.com/9.5woodworks/ DRB London's Bird House https://www.instagram.com/drb.london/ Walton Wood MM https://www.instagram.com/waltonwoodmm/ Darran Twigg Bread Bin With Tambour Door Steve Bell Creates Coffee Table https://www.instagram.com/stevebellcreates/ John's Workbench John Wiseman's Pallet Block Top Stool Bruno Purrnandes Cat House For Bruno & Rollo https://www.instagram.com/bruno_purrnandes/ Simon Ebden's Dovetailed Hand Tool Tray Howittjon's Folding Step Ladder https://www.instagram.com/howittjon/ Matt's Top Pick: Jorvik Workshop's Side Table https://www.instagram.com/jorvikworkshop/ Keith's Top Pick: _studioyan's iPad case https://www.instagram.com/p/CuUVSP_I25y/ You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com
May 22, 2023 · 29 min
EP32: Dust Extraction / Pallet Wood Challenge!!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss dust extraction changes and the launch of a pallet wood challenge! More information can be found here: https://www.workshopbanter.com/workshop-banter-pallet-challenge Pallet Safety: https://www.1001pallets.com/pallet-safety/ You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com
May 8, 2023 · 32 min
EP31: BOSCH VISIT / BIG NEWS / FUTURE OF THE PODCAST
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss Bosch visiting Matt's Workshop, Keith has some big news and what is going to happen to this podcast in the future? You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Shaun Boyd - Complicated.... But Fancy Pantry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2TmNlBvWEQ Pask Makes - Brass Hammer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vylqn40u35I JB TV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgPpusJDIi0
Apr 17, 2023 · 42 min
EP30: DESERT ISLAND TOOLS!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss desert island tools! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: https://www.youtube.com/@matthiasburger2315 https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdforge https://www.youtube.com/@MattEstlea2
Mar 27, 2023 · 36 min
EP29: Trip To Ikea / Maker Meet Up / New Tools
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss Matt's trip to Ikea, a recent maker meet up, and some new tools! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Make Something - Sliding Tablesaw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Svji38dVOcg Bradshaw Joinery - Curved Skirting Boards https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0ogBu1iXi4
Mar 6, 2023 · 52 min
EP28: WORKSHOP STORAGE
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss workshop storage! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our mentions: Peter Millard Fireproof Cabinet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDqp6EsL8Ac and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cFjTa-biVA and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcxrZGYNYXk Carpenter One 3 https://www.instagram.com/carpenterone3/ Frank Howarth https://www.youtube.com/@frankmakes Our Recommendations: Dave Stanton Clamp Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lpPb-ttP9M Charlie DIYte Fire Wood Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExqkCKeu-6c
Feb 20, 2023 · 31 min
EP27: KEITH'S NEW TABLE SAW // CORDLESS TOOLS // VITAL WORK CLOTHING UPDATE
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss Matt's new workshop progress, Keith's new table saw, cordless tools and more on work clothing! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Jeremy Schmidt Drawer videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suCVWmYdvhI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42gUDGpvS_o Ishitani Sold Wood Shelf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfM2UYPeVGw
Jan 30, 2023 · 39 min
EP26: MATT'S NEW WORKSHOP // WORKSHOP CLOTHING & MORE
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss Matt's new workshop build, our favourite workwear, badapters, birch ply alternatives and diesel heaters You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Mentions: Frank Williams - Vevor Diesel Heater https://youtu.be/BUmEDUNIkPI Crafty Little Maker - Badapter Review https://youtu.be/egZZQVFYo-Y Our Recommendations: Northern Works @northernworks
Jan 1, 2023 · 50 min
EP25: WOODWORKING - THINGS THAT WE WISH EXISTED
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss things we wish existed in the woodworking world - dream machines, materials, and some controversial opinions! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Colin Furze's Workshop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSY_d9907QY Matthias Wandel's F Clamp Extenders https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3xH2jtYzJI
Dec 14, 2022 · 32 min
EP24: NEW TOOLS / SENDING HEAVY ITEMS / BEST TAPE MEASURES / METRIC Vs IMPERIAL!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss new tools, Christmas, shipping heavy items, our favourite tape measures and metric vs imperial You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshop www.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrown www.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: John Heisz - Fancy Doorway Trim Moulding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HCrKFV4-PQ Martin Murray - Handmade Christmas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDSDeyoHqDo Stumpy Nubs - Shellac https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ-FEtA0TKU