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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Updated Jun 3, 2024

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Nov 28, 2022 · 45 min
EP23: HOW WE MAKE MONEY!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss how we make money 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: Eoin Reardon Milking Stool https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS5Cx_2z_18 Bradshaw Joinery How To Glaze A Window https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWki7YZAAGs
Nov 14, 2022 · 35 min
EP22: BURNOUT // WOOD FINISH CONTROVERSY!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss motivation, burn out, Matt's new workshop and some wood finish controversy on social media! 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: Drew Builds Stuff - Odies vs Osmo Vs Rubio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BpnyFBXVcw Unfortunately we couldn't find the Odie's Instagram beef - it seems to have been deleted! Our Recommendations: FarmCraft101 Disc Sander https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5RwIRv01ygs Sawyer Design Gaming Desk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr2s-EPAnHg Strawbyte Workshop https://www.youtube.com/c/StrawbyteWorkshop
Oct 31, 2022 · 28 min
EP21: Strengths & Weaknesses: What Are We Bad At?
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss our strengths and weaknesses, mostly focussing on what we are good at! 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: Swedish Maker https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJWaKzCsbxo Build and Repair and Restore https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0iUDA-oECIi-mg3a572UUQ
Oct 17, 2022 · 30 min
EP20: Strengths & Weaknesses - What Are We Good At?
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss our strengths and weaknesses, mostly focussing on what we are good at! 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: Martin Murray on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MartinMurrayWoodDesign Laura Kamp & Simone Giertz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oztGElIlyLA
Sep 26, 2022 · 41 min
EP19: Matt Got A Job & Keith Collaborates Twice
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 getting a new job, roofing woes, and Keith's recent collaborations with Stuart at Proper DIY https://www.youtube.com/c/ProperDIY and Robin Clevett https://www.youtube.com/c/ukconstruction 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: Jesper Makes - Knucklehead's Reclaimed Workbench https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Bj3zvT_YKk Atomic Shrimp - Beach Glass Lamp Shade https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDeDfOeB9SQ Kerry Pearce Wood Wizard Workshop https://www.tiktok.com/@woodwizardworkshop
Aug 22, 2022 · 35 min
EP18: Dream Workshop - What Tools, Machines & Workbenches Would We Choose?
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter Did you know? This podcast is available in video format at: https://www.youtube.com/c/WorkshopBanter In this episode we discuss what tools, machines and workbenches we would choose for our dream workshops 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 Howarth https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_VCOJMaivgcGqPCTePLBA Our Recommendations: Ruth Amos: DIY Saw Stop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F87u7IQL-3M
Aug 8, 2022 · 50 min
EP17: What Would Our Dream Workshops Be Like?
What would our dream workshops be like? In this episode we cover our dream workshop settings, aesthetics, layout, size, storage and dust extraction. The next episode will be all about our dream workbenches and tools! Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter Did you know? All our podcasts are available in video format on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/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 Our mentions: Neil McKinlay https://www.youtube.com/c/neilmckinlay Are Baloni Workshop Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJW2Z20ZP9A Matt Estlea Workshop Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbQ1ToDqYZw Jon Peters https://www.youtube.com/c/JonPetersArtHome Adam Savage https://www.youtube.com/c/tested
Jul 25, 2022 · 50 min
EP16: Timber Merchant Rant / Tool Review Bias / Is Salvaging Worth The Hassle?
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter This episode is sponsored by POLYVINE, UK made specialist suppliers of varnish, decorative paints, wood care, oils and adhesives. Check them out at www.polyvine.com or @polyvine_UK on Instagram In this episode Keith takes over from Matt's ranting duties to moan about timber merchants being stuck in the past, we discuss whether tool reviews can really be unbias, is salvaging wood really worth the effort? Plus tips for staying cool during a heatwave, and are biscuit joiners really that useful? You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshopwww.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrownwww.ragnbonebrown.com Our Socials / Get In Touch! www.workshopbanter.com Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Beau Miles - Saving This House's Wood From Landfill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkapOJxBmbE Fix This Build That - Board & Batten Accent Wall https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDnb7N9_rWU Matt Cremona's - Giving My Neighbour's Tree A New Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tk7I1PxY37Y
Jul 11, 2022 · 44 min
EP15: New Tools, More Rants & Dust Extraction Upgrades
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, upcoming projects and dust extraction 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: Why Procrastinators Procrastinate article: https://waitbutwhy.com/2013/10/why-procrastinators-procrastinate.html Our Recommendations: Paul Katz Instagram @pkatzdesign Jeremy Schmidt https://www.youtube.com/c/JersWoodshop
Jun 20, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
EP14: MORE Unpopular Opinions!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss more woodworking unpopular opinions! This episode is sponsored by Central Technology Systems https://centraltechnologysystems.co.uk/ use the promo code BANTER5 for 5% off your order. Please note: we may earn a small affiliate commission from qualifying purchases. You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshopwww.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrownwww.ragnbonebrown.com Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Mentions: Anne Of All Trades https://www.youtube.com/c/AnneofAllTrades Stephen's 8x4 Workshop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCtRWwvGHeY Long Sleeves At The Table Saw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INkwB7P5NpM and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeQzIzj3j_Q Our Recommendations: Peter McKinnon https://www.youtube.com/c/PeterMcKinnon Karl Pope Woodcraft Mid Century Chair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCaQ6ROxQDo Woodwork Journey Room Divider https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PI3Uz9BykE
Jun 6, 2022 · 53 min
EP13: Woodworking Unpopular Opinions!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss our woodworking unpopular opinions! Plus, some ear defender chat, new tools, workbench tops and some excellent channel recommendations 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com www.workshopbanter.com Our Recommendations: Kirstie Pervin Davies https://www.youtube.com/c/KirstiePervinDavies Workshop Companion https://www.youtube.com/c/WorkshopCompanion
May 23, 2022 · 1 hr
EP12: Moaning About Tradesmen
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss being let down by tradesmen, new tools, auction bargains, tool storage and more. You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshopwww.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrownwww.ragnbonebrown.com Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our mentions: Acer Building View - https://www.youtube.com/c/BuildingAcerView Our Recommendations: Secret Life Of Machines (Remastered) - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtaR0lZhSyAPLuoSbMA29s3Ry8ZUvKff3 Andy Rawls - https://www.youtube.com/c/AndyRawls Casual DIY - Saxton Vs Freud Blades - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6vV1o32tB8 Charlie DIYte - https://www.youtube.com/c/CharlieDIYte
May 9, 2022 · 41 min
EP11: Matt's New Tool Haul
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 tool haul, upcoming projects, garden rooms, loose tenon jigs and the Festool Domino and more. This video is sponsored by www.ITS.co.uk - for all the tools you need. The Trend Mega Week runs 4th-11th May 2022 with discounts on the best that Trend has to offer. From storage, to power tools, accessories and more! You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshopwww.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrownwww.ragnbonebrown.com Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our mentions: Peter Millard: https://www.youtube.com/c/PeterMillard Robin Clevett: https://www.youtube.com/c/ukconstruction Paul Sellers: https://www.youtube.com/c/PaulSellersWoodwork Our Recommendations: Stumpy Nubs - WRONG: An Angled Table Saw Blade Will Not Cut A Mitre https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWvGUyo8w24 3x3 Custom - Wood Bleach Experiment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL9KVUfOkfg Matthias Wandel - Which Glue Is Strongest? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUCB4dhvVlc Hew & Awe - Workshop Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5w5TtuKOj4
Apr 4, 2022 · 49 min
EP10: The Truth About Timber Price Rises In The UK
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss rising timber prices, with real world comparisons of today vs 1 year and 2 years ago. We also chat about upcoming projects, and do's and don'ts for outbuilding projects like sheds and workshops. This video is sponsored by www.ITS.co.uk - for all the tools you need. Their Tax Year Savings event is on until 5th April at https://its.co.uk/tax-deals with savings on accessories, storage, workwear and more. You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew Smith) https://www.youtube.com/c/Badgerworkshopwww.badgerworkshop.com Rag 'n' Bone Brown on YouTube (Keith Brown) https://www.youtube.com/c/RagnBoneBrownwww.ragnbonebrown.com Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our mentions: Gid Joiner: https://www.youtube.com/c/Gidjoiner Restoration Couple: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRestorationCouple Our Recommendations: Hooked On Wood - Perfect Dust Extractor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_WJ9DRAVRU Monkey Boys Workshop https://www.youtube.com/c/MonkeyBoysWorkshop
Mar 21, 2022 · 51 min
EP9: Choosing A Power Tool Brand, Future Projects & Table Saw Fences
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter This episode is sponsored by ITS for all the tools you need to get the job done - https://its.co.uk/ SALE NOW ON 11th-28th March with thousands of huge deals on power tools, hand tools garden tools, workwear and more. In this episode we discuss how future projects, power tools, table saw fences and quoting for work. 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Mentions: Tools & Stuff - Plunge Saw Comparison 40v Vs 2x18v https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmW_csZEHak Our Recommendations: Bisch Basch Bosch Lamps https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVE-0cCdvA4Natural Workshop Pricing Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8Pzfz2j7lsJAR Made A New Way Of Kerf Bending https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZPVWwA3F00
Mar 7, 2022 · 56 min
EP8: Pricing Your Work / Woodworking On TV Rant!
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter This episode is sponsored by ITS for all the tools you need to get the job done - https://its.co.uk/ In this episode we discuss how we price our work, and have a spontaneous rant about woodworking on TV! 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Andy Mac has some great videos on pricing: Gosforth Handyman - Setting up a Handyman Business - How much to Charge? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2ScscOWD3k Gosforth Handyman - How much do joiners charge in UK? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dt2Hx5X5nN8 Small Business Toolbox - Hourly rates for self employed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgmKiPtTOvM Jay Bates - Shaker Style Dining Table https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1aue86Jk5M Hew & Awe channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/HewandAwe
Feb 21, 2022 · 36 min
EP7: Selling Online - Etsy, Folksy, eBay, Facebook & Websites
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss our experiences with selling our handmade woodworking items online on places like Etsy, Folksy, Facebook Marketplace, eBay and our own websites. 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: How To Buy Used Tools by Scott Walsh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbIcrc2qJ40Power Carving A Phoenix Out Of A 2x4 by Ross The Random https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POo4MOaClH0
Feb 7, 2022 · 40 min
EP6: How To Sell Handmade Items
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss our experiences selling our own handmade items and doing woodworking commission work. 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter workshopbanter@gmail.com Our mentions: The Sunny Shed: http://thesunnyshed.uk/ Karl Pope Woodcraft: https://www.youtube.com/c/karlpopewoodcraft Casual DIY Trivet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqaSR79hAfA
Jan 24, 2022 · 46 min
EP5: Plunge Saws, MFTs & Your Questions Answered
Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter In this episode we discuss what we're working on, our plans for the new year, and answer some questions about wood glues, joinery and blades among other things! 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter Email: workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: FourEyes Furniture Lamp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuIqpYha8yI Bradshaw Joinery: https://www.youtube.com/c/BradshawJoinery
Dec 27, 2021 · 59 min
EP4: Matt's Moving Workshop / Your Questions Answered
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 recent house move and how he plans to set up his new workspace, we talk about our thoughts on the Channel 4 TV show "Britain's Best Woodworker", and we answer your questions! 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 Get in touch with us at: Instagram @workshopbanter Facebook @workshopbanter Email workshopbanter@gmail.com Our Recommendations: Tony Works Wood Box Joint Jig Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HW6YB8tHCbs The Woodgineer's Woodcarved Chess Piece - The Prawn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkvygUOiD3M