Matt Kenney on how his background in Philosophy has influenced the way he teaches woodworking. We cover how to tell if you’re ready for teaching, debate whether you can learn to be a good designer, and Matt reveals the woodworking skills he finds most challenging to teach.

E1: Matt Kenney on Philosophy, Generosity and Design

You know your craft inside and out, but do you have the chops to teach it? Whether you’re running a craft school, creating a new school, or just ready to teach, this is the podcast for you. On “Teach With Your Hands,” we’ll talk with successful instructors and administrators about how they got where they are, advice on how to start teaching, challenges they're facing now and what's needed from the next generation of teachers and students.

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In this bonus episode, I’ll be talking to Chris Proctor. As I’ve mentioned in previous episodes, the craft school I set out to start is a real thing now, and Chris has been my partner in crime for the last 3 or 4 months. This episode comes from a conversation we had back in May of this year, when I was vetting Chris to see if he’d make a good business partner.

A few things have changed for me in the last few months, so releasing this episode seems like a good way to introduce Chris to you, now that he will be taking over as the principal owner and manager of the school.

BONUS - E10: Chris Proctor and the Future of Good City Craft

Chris Staley on how emotional exploration and artistic exploration combine to teach us how to live a good life. We’ll discuss the major failings of modern academic systems, how the suspension of ego leads to expanded creativity, and helping students find the balance between chance and intention.

E9: Chris Staley on Asking Big Questions

Sarah Millfelt on her 20 years of service at the Northern Clay Center. We’ll discuss the personality traits that make a great director, some of the misconceptions that people have about arts nonprofits, and fundraising and leadership challenges she’s overcome.

E8: Sarah Millfelt on Earning Her Retirement

Phil Morley on how trade school helped a troubled dyslexic teen find something he was good at. We’ll also cover Phil’s path to becoming a master craftsman, his experience as a director at the Austin School of Furniture and Design, and how doing both teaching and building helps him live a balanced life.

E7: Phil Morley on How Trade School Kept Him Out of Prison

Kate Maury on getting students to work really hard at something really fun. We’ll cover how to handle the isolation students can feel after leaving school, how a demanding curriculum helps students find focus and drive once they’re on their own, and how students and instructors can work together to create a rich learning environment.

E1: Matt Kenney on Philosophy, Generosity and Design

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