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We Built A Thing

MARK | DREW | BRUCEwebuiltathing.libsyn.com
We Built A Thing is about making things with our hands, sharing videos about the process, being dads and constantly learning. We are all part-time makers, dads and all have YouTube channels we are trying to grow. Throughout this podcast, we plan to talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc..
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Episodes

101 - Metal Roofing, UV Resin & Audience Expectations

In this episode, Mark helps his father-in-law put on a metal roof. Bruce mows his jungle of a yard and talks a bit about flattening that huge slab table with a router sled. Drew has gotten into 3D printing and takes us all on a deep dive into that world. Plus, much more! Drew's Amazon Storefront: http://www.amazon.com/shop/fishersshop Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -...

Jun 23, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 101

100 - Walnut Bed Frame, Caves & What If

In this episode, Mark puts out his video about the walnut bed frame with tons of storage and Bruce and Drew visit Kentucky for vacation, but still get a bit of woodworking in. Plus, we have some special segments mixed in for our 100th episode! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg -Tom's Woodwo...

Jun 17, 20211 hr 14 minEp. 100

099 - Walnut Island, Fancy Push Sticks & Sick At Sea

In this episode, Mark talks about a fishing excursion that did NOT agree with him. Bruce is finish up the bed frame and headboard and delivered a massive walnut island countertop. Drew is contemplating some really fancy push sticks again...plus, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg ...

Jun 10, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 99

098 - Curved Track Saw Cuts, RC Car Farming & Pocket Hole Misuse

In this episode, Bruce cuts curves on a track saw, Drew is finally getting a new router since his parts are back-ordered. He also whips up a quick Unnecessary Walnut monitor stand for a friend. Mark plants an RC car in a cornfield. Plus, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg -Tom's W...

Jun 03, 20211 hr 9 minEp. 98

097 - Unnecessary Walnut Backup Camera, Saw Talk & Worcestershire

In this episode, Bruce talks a bit about his latest video, making a photo display board for his niece's graduation. Mark did some garden preparation and is still working away on the bed frame. Drew is going camping soon and built a quick unnecessary walnut monitor mount for his new backup camera. That, plus much, much more! Suizan saws discussed: Double Sided Pull Saw: https://amzn.to/3yHuoow Folding Ryoba: https://amzn.to/2Tlv0zZ Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://pa...

May 26, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 97

096 - Bed Designs, Boat Trip & Mining for CO2

In this episode, Bruce and Mark are both working on bed frame designs, and Drew's yard games video is out in the wild. Also, Drew gets to do a bit of boating and the We Read A Comment makes a comeback. Plus, a lot more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg -Tom's Woodwork -Chiseled Woodworking...

May 19, 202156 minEp. 96

095 - Oramask, Rotating Ladderball & Chainsaw Repair

In this episode, Bruce tries out some painters tape before doing a carve on the CNC and it is a total fail. Mark makes a quick trip to Kentucky and deals with some chainsaw repair. Drew puts the finishing touches on his packable 3-in-1 yard games, plus much, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bi...

May 12, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 95

094 - Tornadoes, Nested Yard Games & Essential Shop Jigs

In this episode, Bruce avoids some tornadoes and does his first v-carve on the CNC. Drew makes some progress and tries to improve some yard games. Mark gets a visit from his bro and has a wild What If dropped on him. That, plus much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg -Tom's Woodwork -C...

May 05, 202156 minEp. 94

093 - Mark's Nibbler, Bruce's Fiber Problem, and Drew's Number 1

In this episode, Mark discusses why he went with the nibbler and not the dibbler for planting trees. Bruce has a fiber problem and Drew talks about a recent hospital visit. Plus, the guys are all working on other projects you'll hear more about! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg -Tom's Wood...

Apr 28, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 93

092 - Critter Calls A Turkey, Moose Builds Panels & Fishhook Made A Box

In this episode, we talk about some nicknames, Mark starts gobbling, Drew makes another trick box and ups his sanding game, Bruce works on some acoustic panels and jumps back into real estate....plus, much more! Wood Work Web video about making your own spalted wood: https://youtu.be/WvCwX6DRyUk Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jen...

Apr 21, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 92

091 - Mark Sets Things On Fire, Bruce Talks About His One Fan & Drew Is Stupid

In this episode, Mark walks the burned grassland we talked about last time. Also, he uses a finish he would DEFINITELY not recommend. Drew gets an unnecessary leather air freshener and goes hog wild on Etsy. Bruce upgrades the fan in his Glowforge laser engraver and turns his eyes to a large lasy susan. That, plus much, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK C...

Apr 14, 20211 hr 9 minEp. 91

090 - Grass Allergies, Prescribed Burn & Stool Jokes

In this episode, Mark gets to experience all that goes into a prescribed burn. No, it's not just a doctor telling a joke at your expense. Drew makes all the stool jokes in his latest video about the library stool/ladder. Bruce has allergies...big whoop! He also just released a new video about making a Jigsaw Puzzle Board. All of that, plus much, much more. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: h...

Apr 08, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 90

089 - Jointer Jig, Raised Panel Doors & Deer Insurance

In this episode, there's a little mustache talk to get it going and Mark talks about his raised panel door video he just released. Bruce discusses the I-beam concept in his most recent video, the multi-function jointing jig. And Drew discusses the need for deer insurance. Plus, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and...

Mar 31, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 89

088 - Bad Luck, Shamed by Zero Clearance & Table Flattening

In this episode, Mark continues to have bad luck with his laser cutter, but might be finally getting some relief. Drew gets owned by a zero clearance insert. Bruce publishes the fanciest corn hole boards ever and flattens a coffee table bigger than his CNC...on the CNC. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: htt...

Mar 24, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 88

087 - New Camper, Spalted Goodness & Laser Alignment Issues

In this episode, Mark has some issues with getting his laser aligned right. It was cutting fine for a while, but he's having some alignment issues with the mirrors right now. He also has the debate of whether using some really nice, spalted maple is too nice for shop cabinet doors. Bruce was just in cutting board mode this week, but cut the largest thing he's ever cut on the CNC so far. Drew bought a new camper, and put out the video of the tv stand. Plus, a whole lot more! Become a patron of th...

Mar 18, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 87

086 - You Asked, We Answered - Listener Question Episode

In this episode, we answer your burning questions! This is primarily a listener question episode, and we have some good ones. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo YT: http://bit.ly/38sqq7v -JK Canvas YT: http://bit.ly/3tbmWy6 -Jennie and Davis YT: http://bit.ly/3evuXdg -Tom's Woodwork -Chiseled Woodworking YT: htt...

Mar 10, 20211 hr 19 minEp. 86

085 - iPhone Shards, Hiding A Penny Where? & CNC Walkthrough

In this episode, Mark gets shards of an iPhone under his fingernail, and he's also building some fancy raised panel doors for an upcoming build. Drew is making some serious progress on the tv stand build, and his son hides a penny in the wrong place in the bathroom. Bruce is assembling his OneFinity CNC setup video. Plus, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webu...

Mar 04, 20211 hrEp. 85

084 - Storage Racks, Plasti-Dip for Clamps & Helical Heads

In this episode, Mark gets his furnace to limp through the rest of this cold season while he installs a bunch more lumber storage in the shop. Drew has to move his tools around to mill the longer walnut lumber for his upcoming project. Bruce has been laser cutting acrylic templates and shipping them all over the place. Plus, he finally finished the video and plans for the CNC table (that could also be an assembly table...download the free plans from the video link below) Become a patron of the s...

Feb 25, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 84

083 - Heat Loss, CNC Experiments & Brawny Yummy Examples

THE 1ST RELEASE WAS THE WRONG AUDIO FILE. JUST DELETE, AND DOWNLOAD AGAIN. In this episode, Bruce has his CNC up and running. He's been doing some experiments with it and having a ton of fun. Drew is setting his sights on the next project, and it'll be a console table with a twist. He also made a cool little tray/bit holder for the OneFinity CNC. (find it on his website.) Mark got back from his business trip to Arizona where he shot a bunch of video, and then rushed like mad to relight his furna...

Feb 18, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 83

082 - County Snow, CNC Lift & Painted Joinery

In this one, Bruce prepares for a shop tour video, Mark gets his wall-mounted CNC lift to work and publishes a video on that. Oh, and all of the snow in the county lands in his driveway. Drew wraps up the trashy video. We talk about fine painted joinery and much, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo -JK...

Feb 10, 20211 hr 7 minEp. 82

081 - Mini Tool Wall, A Trashy Job & Pup-date

In this one, Bruce completes a mini tool wall for the mechanic's tools and starts the build of his CNC table. Drew is just dealing in trash. Mark has a pup-date and a special bit of laser talk. That, plus much, much more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo -JK Canvas -Jennie and Davis -Tom's Woodwork -Chiseled W...

Feb 03, 20211 hr 7 minEp. 81

080 - Wall Mounted CNC, Driving for 48 Hours, & The Gray Patch

In this one, Bruce drove 48 hours in a matter of 8 days, Mark's gray patch on his beard looks wind blown and he's laser engraving everything in sight and Drew makes his gaming table even more efficient to build. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing! Branding Iron Source: https://tinyurl.com/woodbrand OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo -JK Canvas -J...

Jan 28, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 80

079 - ATV On A Frozen Lake & Lawn Ornament Vandalism

In this one, Bruce is up in Minnesota visiting Mark. Mark is preparing for his massive laser arrival. Drew is troubleshooting his new CNC router and making some of the first cuts. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing! OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo -JK Canvas -Jennie and Davis -Tom's Woodwork -Chiseled Woodworking -Tim Morrill -Brent Jarvis -Da...

Jan 21, 20211 hr 11 minEp. 79

078 - Router Table Cabinet, Mobile Flippity-Flip & We Read A Comment

In this one, Mark tells us some updates on the laser that he'll be getting as well as the router table cabinet video & build. Bruce wrapped up the walnut and steel table as well as an extra cutting board from the material to surprise the customer with. Drew's mobile flippity-flip (assembly table that flips) is ready and is already holding his new CNC router. This episode was proudly sponsored by Bits & Bits! Big thanks to them for supporting the show. If you want to get 15% off of your e...

Jan 14, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 78

077 - Supervillains, Coin Displays & Yard Ruts

In this episode, Mark talks about the finished design of the unnecessary walnut coin displays that are for our top tier patrons. Head to our Patreon account to see the photos we posted...they're pretty cool! Also, Drew pulls together a pretty awesome New Year's Eve scavenger hunt for his son. Bruce is finishing up a walnut and steel table and has a delivery person drive through his soggy grass leaving crazy ruts in it! Plus, a ton more! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! htt...

Jan 07, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 77

076 - Comparing 2YO Resolutions, Frickin' Lasers & Hot Air

In this episode, Bruce talks about picking up a forced air propane heater for the shop and the new commission he is working on: a walnut and steel dining table. Drew is busy on his new flipping assembly table and Mark said it's winter. Also, Mark talks a bit about lasers, so that's cool. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing! OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCan...

Jan 01, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 76

075 - CNC Arrivals, Santa Stories & She Built A Thing

In this episode, the guys discuss some of the ways they discovered Santa, Bruce received his new CNC router (Drew's has arrived since recording), and Mark gets the best reaction out of his kids when he presented the walnut night lights to them. Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help us grow our audience by sharing the show on Instagram and tagging @webuiltathing! OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS: -YouCanMakeThisToo -JK Canvas -Jennie and Davis -To...

Dec 24, 20201 hr 15 minEp. 75

074 - LED Carved Nightlights, 4x4 & Christmas Traditions

In this episode, Bruce is still trying to wrap up all of those charcuterie boards, Mark installed a garage door opener and made some cool LED carved nightlights on the CNC and Drew takes it easy with a fun Christmas decoration with his son in the shop. This episode is sponsored by Bits & Bits! Go to bitsbits.com and use the code WBAT15 at checkout to receive 15% off your entire order through Jan 31, 2021! (limit one use per customer) Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! ht...

Dec 18, 20201 hr 8 minEp. 74

073 - Belt Buckles, Tool Ideas & What if

In this episode, Bruce makes a ton of wooden cutting boards, even though nobody with half a brain uses wooden cutting boards any more. Mark is working on his guard railing video and a few other projects. Drew is trying his hardest to hold out before releasing the gaming table. Use WBAT at http://mag-tools.com/ to receive 15% off of your entire order of Mag Switch tools! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Tools mentioned that we grab often: Br...

Dec 09, 20201 hr 17 minEp. 73

072 - DC Buyer's Guide, Wood Movement & Blade Types

In this episode, Bruce talks about the home shop dust collection buyer's guide video he released, Drew gives everyone the cold shoulder and Mark finishes Katie's desk. Get 15% off your entire order at Bits & Bits with coupon code: WBAT15 through Jan 31, 2021! Limit one use per person. https://bitsbits.com/ Use WBAT at http://mag-tools.com/ to receive 15% off of your entire order of Mag Switch tools! Become a patron of the show to receive awesome rewards! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing Help...

Dec 03, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 72
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