Scott Foster is a long time friend of Ben Myers (Myers Woodshop).  They've gone to the same college (Harding University) and played Lacrosse together.  Scott is from Soldotna, Alaska, where he runs a construction company with his father and older brother.  The main focus is heavy equipment, such as excavators and dozers.  Foster construction is a small company that focuses on roads, foundations, and earth moving. Scott walks us through the ins and outs of the construction business and the unique challenges working in Alaska is like (dark all day?!). Join the guys as we talk all things Alaska with Scott!

Six months have passed. Jobs have been quit. Markets have been tapped. Cavernous new shops have been renovated. Listen in on the rectangle-table discussion as Pete, Coty, Ben and Brian go over our changing maker lives. And also make at least one horrifying gaffe that reduced everyone to tears

We have a special guest from the past rejoin us and join the podcast as a host from now on!  Peter from @rowdyromanfire is now a host!

We hope you enjoy this one and we plan to have more episodes way more frequently.

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We're back after a few months hiatus!  Coty, Brian, and Ben sit down and catch up on what's been going on since the last episode and you won't believe the change Coty's had.

Brian's Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FierySquirrelArt

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Coty's new realty Instagram @sellingarkansas

www.homesforheroes.com/affiliate/coty-skinner

Ben's video editor: Vantage Point Productions. 

If you would like to contact them: http://twitter.com/VantagePointPr1 

To view more of their work: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJx7-38fNgpB9yKjeuVLRWw

Our first GIVEAWAY!  Listen for a chance to win some FREE Microjig products! If you're a woodworker, you're going to love this episode!  We talk with Morgan Hop (shortened because we can't spell or pronounce his full last name).  Morgan is the content director for Microjig, a world leader in woodworking tools. He creates all the content, from packaging, social media, instructional and product videos, and YouTube content.  If you've seen anything Microjig, then you've probably seen Morgan. From his humble beginnings as a model to his transition to a one man videography crew, we learn a little behind the scenes of what it takes to create content from a company perspective. This is our first episode with the 4th guest via Zoom.  Unfortunately, Covid affects us all.  Be safe friends! You can find Morgan on Instagram here : https://www.instagram.com/morganhop/ Check out Microjig here : https://www.microjig.com/

Jack Henderson is a trim carpenter.  He talks a lot about 'shoeing' a house.  He's also buying a house and giving first time home buyers some tips of what to do.

Brian is making bugs on the laser.

Coty is making a barn door and a lamp.

Ben is cutting some samples on the laser and making a enclosure for the Onefinity CNC.

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AJ is an artist that teaches art.  She prefers teaching children because they have a more open mind.  In the summer she usually runs art camps.  Covid 19 is throwing a wrench in the plans.  Find out what she's going to do in it's place.  She own's a tractor but isn't a farmer.  She runs AJ's art studio.

Coty gets a new CNC in the shop, a Onefinity CNC, just like Ben got a few weeks ago.

We find out that no only is Brian's grades optional, his whole life is.

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On this episode we have woodworker Brett Gordon from Gordons Woodshop.

Brett is a....well, it's something with farms and plants, full time employee and does woodworking as a hobby.  He doesn't have robots in the shop (much to Bens dismay) but he does use a combination of power tools and hand tools.

Coty makes a chess set for some famous guy.

Brian draws spaceships in pen....or pencil?  Oh, and his grades are literally worthless.

Ben cuts metal at ridiculous speeds on his new Onefinity CNC.

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When the Covid-19 Virus locks down the world you hang out with your best friends.  Since we can't be around other people, there's no guest host this time.  Ben, Brian, And Coty discuss how the virus and its extraordinary circumstances affect their businesses.  Ben's wife Molly also decided to start a book blog.  https://www.leggingsandliterature.com/ Brian cannot teach remotely because he has no internet on his phone or at home. Be safe, Stay Happy, Hope. - The Build Guild

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Ben (Myers Woodshop) and Coty (Arganic Woodwork), two makers from central Arkansas, discuss their recent trip to Workbenchcon 2020, the conference for makers and content creators. They guys break it down by price, food, hotel, sponsorship's, vendors, classes, and meet ups.  Ben gives his thoughts as a content creator and Coty as a full time production shop. Should you attend Workbenchcon next year?  Listen as the guys discuss their thoughts and find out if you'll see them next year or not.  After we talk with Brian (Fiery squirrel Art) about him missing out on the trip. Find Myers Woodshop youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/myerswoodshop Find Arganic Woodworks youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/arganicwoodwork Find Fiery Squirrel Arts youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/fierysquirrelart

It's the first episode of the new year!  The guys finally catch up after a nearly 3 month hiatus.  They visit with Allen Horn.  Allen is a pest control technician (he works with Ben) and a handy man.  While Allen isn't full time or part time, he does several jobs throughout the year.  From Decks to Fences to a fake baby grand piano, he does it all.  He's learned from YouTube and HGTV.  Yes, you really can learn from TV.

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https://www.instagram.com/allens_workshop

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Rick Castleman From Castleman Custom Works is a jack of all trades.  While only taking 45 minutes to master custom jewelry, he's also a woodworker, remodeler and a worship leader.  Also, Cotys episode of the TV show, Small Business Revolution (episode 3) finally released, and we catch up on how that has affected his business.

You can find Castleman Custom Works at:

https://www.instagram.com/castlemancustomworks/

https://www.facebook.com/CastlemanCustomWorks/

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Meredith Palmer isn't your typical college student.  She already owns a business called Palmer's Designs.  Starting out designing shoes, she now does everything from paintings, to digital art, to live wedding paintings.

Palmer’s Designs is a product of my contemporary and impressionistic style. While she mostly paint on canvas or paper, she has done a wide variety of projects. She loves painting abstracts, as well as landscapes and animals. Her love for bright-bold colors is what makes her art unique. She have done lots of work for local businesses and friends, and have recently been featured in the New York Art Gallery’s website.

She specializes in larger-scale works, as well as in-home (or business) consultations. She isa  certified Shutterstock contributor, featured on interior design website Houzz, and was nominated for Student Entrepreneur of the Year for NAWBO in 2016.

You can find Palmer's Designs:

https://www.palmers-designs.com

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Ever wonder what it takes to be a blacksmith?  In this episode our guest host is Daniel Casey of Casey Arms.

Daniel had his own show on The History Channel called Iron & Fire and was also a contestant on the hit TV show Forged In Fire. (will it cut?)

Listen as Daniel shares how he makes traditional, one of a kind, completely hand crafted rifles, pistols, and blades.

Thanks for listening!

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When you think of graffiti artist what comes to mind?  For me, it's graffiti on a train.  This week, we sit down with Jason White of Whites Artworks and talk about his beginnings of tagging trains to cites hiring him to put murals on the side of whole city blocks.  His latest mural at the time of recording is a mural commissioned by Hulu's TV show (that Coty stars in) Main Street : Small Business Revolution on the side of a building in the town of Searcy, Arkansas.  He talks with us about over coming the fear of taking the leap of faith in yourself to become a small business and trust in your creative abilities.  

You can find Jason on Instagram at @WhitesArtworks and Facebook at @WhitesArtworks.  You can also listen to his own Podcast, The Overspray Podcast.

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Ben @myerswoodshop

Brian @fierysquirrelart

Coty @arganic_woodwork

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Taking a break from having a guest host on the show, the original hosts, Ben (@myerswoodshop), Brian (@fierysquirrelart), and Coty (@arganic_woodowork) discuss whats been going on in their lives recently. Hint: Lasers! Ben and Brian went in together to purchase a 60w chinese laser (Orion Motor Tech 60w Laser Cutter).  Lots of learning about how to use it has been going on.  They did an unboxing and assembly on YouTube which can be watched HERE.   Coty STILL has more filming for the TV show to do.  Coty shares how he met his wife in a hospital.  Coty and Ben discuss how they were paramount in helping guest host Make. Do. in their recent shop move. The guys also discuss Searcy's Art Alley, a alley with rotating artworks from local artists.  Check them out HERE. Our next guest will be Jason White from @whitesartworks.  Check out his podcast, Overspray. A HUGE shoutout to our patreon members.  If you'd like to join them in supporting our podcast you can do that HERE. Don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and write a little something about our show.  We may read it in an upcoming episode! You can watch every episode on our YouTube Page! Visit our website HERE!

   On this episode of The Build Guild podcast, the guys host Sha Johnson, an extraordinary woman in the Searcy community. Originally from the Houston, Texas, area, Sha came to Searcy, Arkansas and has left her mark. She began her dream of pursuing a career in the legal field in high school at her magnet school, hosting mock court sessions involving her fellow classmates. Pursuing an undergraduate degree in criminal justice just seemed to make sense. Eventually she became a Sergeant at the White County Sheriff’s Office, the highest position non-commissioned law enforcement personnel could attain. But after three years, something was missing. After being encouraged by a co-worker to applying for a position with the local newspaper The Daily Citizen, Sha decided, “Why not?” Writing has always been a part of Sha’s life-from the time she was little she remembers writing stories. She has published one book since her arrival in Searcy, and now works full-time as a journalist for The Daily Citizen, the local newspaper where The Build Guild Podcast takes place. Sha talks about the struggles with seeking out stories, changes to her writing style, and how she can never look at her work once it’s over because she feels like she got it right the first time. In this unconventional episode of The Build Guild Podcast, Sha talks us through the justice system in White County, her struggles with finding self-confidence and assurance, and keeping her voice through it all. The 60w Laser Ben and Brian bought:  https://amzn.to/2LRHPge Thank you for listening to Episode 7!  If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a rating and review! Make sure to follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thebuildguildpodcast/ Social Media Ben- (https://www.instagram.com/myerswoodshop/)( https://www.facebook.com/MyersWoodshop/)( https://www.etsy.com/people/benmyerswoodshop) Coty-(https://www.instagram.com/arganic_woodwork/)(https://www.facebook.com/arganicwoodwork/) Brian-(https://www.instagram.com/fierysquirrelart/)( https://www.facebook.com/fierysquirrelart/) Sha Johnson - (https://www.instagram.com/ahseeitmedia) Email: authorsha@yahoo.com

Episode 6 : John Godwin of Duck Dynasty

In this episode of The Build Guild Podcast, the guys have the privilege of interviewing John Godwin of the wildly popular A&E tv show Duck Dynasty.  Godwin is part of the Duck Commander Family.

Godwin grew up in the heart of Louisiana and had childhood ties to the Robertson family after participating in a duck calling contest where Phil Robertson was a judge. As he grew up, Godwin recalls going down the wrong path and feeling like he needed to straighten up his act, but struggled to do so until Phil convinced him to follow Jesus. Godwin quickly recognized a need in his life, and chose to follow the Savior Phil talked about so easily and with such conviction. 

Godwin’s life has always centered on the outdoors, cultivating a love for hunting and fishing from an early age. He began working for Duck Commander in 2002 until the present. He is one of two members of the Duck Commander crew who is not a member of the Robertson family, and has recently launched Fin Commander, the fishing branch of Duck Commander. Ascribing to the ideology of “Don’t sell it till you’d hunt with it,” the Duck Commander brand emerged as a necessity for any outdoorsman. As Duck Commander’s popularity grew, the market for television appearances grew, with the team gearing up for hunting shows or outdoor channels. When the Duck Commander crew was initially approached by A&E, however, the show was a bit different from what they had in mind. A&E wanted Duck Dynasty to focus on a successful business that centered on three things: God, family, and ducks.

With over 130 episodes spanning 11 seasons, the show was wildly successful. Originally the crew would film after business hours, but as the show became more popular, filming during business hours became necessary. One week’s worth of work is the shop was roughly an episode, and Godwin was a part of it all, starring in over a hundred episodes. 

Godwin’s story is an example of finding a vocation, honing a craft, and, better yet, finding a family along the way. Godwin’s life has been changed tremendously by the influence of Phil and the Robertsons. 

In this episode, The Build Guild talks with John about faith, family, and fame. From foot tattoos, wild Saturday nights, and NASCAR, this episode is an example of family and diversity within the making community that can lead to lasting friendships and change lives for the better.

Thank you for listening, and if you wanted to check out the duck call John mentions in the show, check below:

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Gev_nIYf_a1U2Ocz_V0Dg

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Our guest host for Episode Five is Jo Ellis, the Founder and Director of Make.Do. Graduating from Harding with a degree in interior design and her MBA, Jo wasn’t exactly sure what she wanted to do after her time at Harding was over. While spending three years in Ireland as a missionary, Jo was a camp counselor during the summer. After being a counselor for a group of girls who challenged her, she offered to let the girls visit her in Dublin, not really believing they’d accept. They did. With three teenage girls in her house and unsure of what to do to keep them occupied, Jo set the girls on a task that has forever changed her own life: make pillowcases. Jo watched the girls create something that was uniquely theirs, their struggle with the creative process, and the impact the affirmation they received had on the girls. Believing that creativity is a fundamental aspect of who God is and how it is a restorative process where we find our identity, integrity, and value, Jo realized this mission could become something truly incredible. At times, Jo faced immense challenges and self-doubt, and started actually running a variation of Make.Do. out of the back of her car, loading and unloading ten sewing machines at whatever venue she was in that night. Eventually, Jo returned to Searcy and began to truly realize the mission she had dreamed of. Make.Do.’s purpose and goal are to create something while connecting to others within the community. The creating is the “Make” aspect of Make.Do., and the connections formed are the “Do.”. Jo wants those in the community who attend classes to enjoy the experience of creating something they can be proud of while working through the creative process and connecting with others through this experience of creating together. Although Make.Do. isn’t necessarily an activity for only women, Jo views it as an incredible outlet for women in the church to lead and display their talents in a validating and encouraging environment. This is Jo’s first year working full-time for Make.Do., and although she has her own artistic talents and abilities, she often will bring others in to teach a variety of classes. Make.Do.’s business model is inclusive and welcomes everyone, with suggested prices for those who can afford it and allowing those who can’t pay to participate anyway. The first female guest host on the show, Jo is an incredible example of using talents to honor God while also bettering her community along the way. Make.Do.’s logo, the lemon, is a constant reminder that if life gives us lemons to make lemonade, and maybe to “Be Createfull” along the way. http://makedocreate.org/ To help sponsor Make.Do.’s Collaboration with the White County Child Safety Center at Camp Createfull coming up on June 28th, or to donate to Make.Do.’s mission, donations can be sent here: http://makedocreate.org/get-involved/fundraising/ https://www.instagram.com/makedocreate/ https://www.facebook.com/Make.Do.Searcy/ Also, check out our new Facebook group for The Build Guild Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402217757048040/ And find us on social here: https://www.facebook.com/thebuildguildpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/arganicwoodwork/ https://www.facebook.com/MyersWoodshop/ https://www.facebook.com/fierysquirrelart/ https://www.instagram.com/arganic_woodwork/ https://www.instagram.com/myerswoodshop/ https://www.instagram.com/fierysquirrelart/ And once again, if you want to fuel The Build Guild’s snack craving after the podcast: https://amzn.to/2IFrFnw Next episode we have an exciting guest host, so come back and join us! Thank you for listening and all of your support! Want to support our podcast? Become a Patron! www.patreon.com/thebuildguildpodcast

In this episode of the Build Guild Podcast, Mark Bates, a local carpenter who has spent the last thirteen years operating his own business. Mark’s clientele comes from a mix of referrals from Lowe’s™ and word-of-mouth around the community. Mark began working in the contracting industry working as an installer for Lowe’s™, and then became an installer himself. New to social media, Mark is learning how to advertise his business by showcasing his projects for both his business and his own home. Similar to Coty’s family, Mark’s family is involved in the foster care system. Recognizing the juggernaut of emotions surrounding a foster child’s first day in his or her new home, Mark constructed a castle at the front of his house to make that difficult first day a little easier. The second floor of his home contains a hidden passage, spiral staircase and hidden room to add a whimsical touch to his children’s childhood. Mark’s perspective is completely unique from the other makers of the Build Guild podcast. Most notably, Mark’s tools differ from the fine woodworking tools the other Build Guild makers utilize in their daily business. As a general contractor, Mark’s tool investments occur often and are focused on transportation and durability, whereas Ben, Brian, and Coty all see their tools as lasting investments that can (hopefully) last for years before being passed on to novice makers. Mark is an incredible example of how making isn’t limited to fine woodworking but is an all-encompassing field with room for anyone with an idea or just a little bit of whimsy. His 9-5 work is impeccable, but after hours he’s created an environment where his children have a place to make their daydreams a reality. Episode 4 brings us up to speed with Coty’s journey in the Small Business Revolution™, Brian’s current (secret) projects he’s spending the summer on, and Ben’s hair-brained YouTube ideas for Mark’s house. Mark and Coty are both in need of employees for their businesses, and a resume with any relevant experience can be emailed to Markbatescontracting@gmail.com and Arganicwoodwork@gmail.com, respectively. Most Underrated Piece of Equipment in the Shop: Mark: Oscillating Tool from Dewalt https://amzn.to/2YZzWIq Ben: ⅜ Milwaukee Ratchet https://amzn.to/2KccSBL Coty: TiteBond Glue Brush https://amzn.to/2WjE3Cg (Ben’s Suggestion) : https://amzn.to/2EHvJkO Brian: Black and Decker Jig Saw Value Selection: https://amzn.to/2Z3lDTd Luxury Selection: https://amzn.to/2Md1S9R Skil Jig Saw: Value Selection: https://amzn.to/2MehZUM Luxury Selection: https://amzn.to/2HNBwaB Wen Jigsaw: https://amzn.to/2HJxIa4 Other Mentions: Wen Air Filtration Systems: Luxury Selection: https://amzn.to/2Mi0GlU Value Selection: https://amzn.to/2Wa6VwB Saw Blade Ben’s using in his Sawstop: https://amzn.to/2HK8XKZ Send us all your beef jerky: https://amzn.to/2MhGC2P https://amzn.to/2MiTNR9 What’s Coming Up Next: Mark’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markbatescontracting/ For Episode 5, we will have Jo Ellis from Make.Do. in Searcy. Check out her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/makedocreate/, and her website at http://makedocreate.org

It’s all about family for Peter Romano. Growing up in Delaware, Peter’s father and mother operated a successful masonry business. Peter’s father ran the business ends and contracts, and his mother kept the books. At its peak, Romano’s Masonry had around sixty employees. Today, the business has shifted its business model to include subcontracting but manages to maintain its identity. Peter left Delaware to attend Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. After meeting his wife at Harding, Peter and his wife moved to Colorado for a few years before Peter returned to the family business. Working at Romano’s Masonry for a few years expanded the knowledge Peter had gained through his childhood. However, after returning to Delaware, Peter felt God calling him to raise a family elsewhere. Peter and his family left Delaware to move back to Searcy with little planning and a whole lotta faith. He had no job secured, no leads on any open positions, and eventually he and his family were able to move into an old family home. The home had been in his wife’s family since the 1940s and was in desperate need of renovations. Determined to make the best of life in Searcy, Peter began teaching high school history, became a volunteer fireman, attending graduate school for his master’s degree in counseling, and renovating the family home. When Peter was unsure about how to properly renovate his home, he often turned to YouTube to help guide him along. This week’s guest host talks shop with The Build Guild about being raised by parents who owned a successful business, how YouTube has evolved the world of making, and even how each of the guys asked their girlfriend’s dad for permission to marry his daughter. 5 HP Sawstop https://amzn.to/2WtV5cy 1.75 HP Sawstop https://amzn.to/2Jkhk12 StoneFly Nets https://stoneflynets.com/ www.thebuildguildpodcast.com Support us on patreon : www.patreon.com/thebuildguildpodcast