Workshop Banter

Workshop Banter episodes:

• 06.03.2024

  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...

  
• 05.20.2024

  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...

  
• 03.18.2024

  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)...

  
• 03.04.2024

  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...

  
• 12.24.2023

  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 -...

  
• 12.11.2023

  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...

  
• 11.13.2023

  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)...

  
• 10.30.2023

  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...

  
• 09.18.2023

  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...

  
• 08.28.2023

  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...

  
• 08.08.2023

  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...

  
• 05.22.2023

  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...

  
• 05.08.2023

  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...

  
• 04.17.2023

  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 /...

  
• 03.27.2023

  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'...

  
• 03.06.2023

  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...

  
• 02.20.2023

  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...

  
• 01.30.2023

  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'...

  
• 01.01.2023

  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...

  
• 12.14.2022

  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)...

  
• 11.28.2022

  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...

  
• 11.14.2022

  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...

  
• 10.31.2022

  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...

  
• 10.17.2022

  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...

  
• 09.26.2022

  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...

  
• 08.22.2022

  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...

  
• 08.08.2022

  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...

  
• 07.25.2022

  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...

  
• 07.11.2022

  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...

  
• 06.20.2022

  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...

  
• 06.06.2022

  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...

  
• 05.23.2022

  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...

  
• 05.09.2022

  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...

  
• 04.04.2022

  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...

  
• 03.21.2022

  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...

  
• 03.07.2022

  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...

  
• 02.21.2022

  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...

  
• 02.07.2022

  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'...

  
• 01.24.2022

  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...

  
• 12.27.2021

  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...

  
• 12.13.2021

  EP3: Where To Get Wood

  In this episode we discuss how to get wood, where to buy it and how to find it for free. Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew...

  
• 11.29.2021

  EP2: Getting Started As A Maker

  In this episode we talk about the various ways of getting started as a maker / woodworker and the resources that are available. Help support future episodes of the podcast at: https://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/workshopbanter You can find us at: Badger Workshop on...

  
• 11.01.2021

  EP1: All About Us

  In this episode we thought we should introduce ourselves and talk about how we got started with woodworking and making things. Help support future episodes of the podcast at: http://patreon.com/workshopbanter Donate via PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=D2HXYY65E24S2 You can find us at: Badger Workshop on YouTube (Matthew...