Shows
The Martha + Mary Show224: Pondering the Gift of Christmas with Jackie FreemanPonder the music and the gift of Christmas with the delightful Jackie Freeman, author of Unwrapping Christmas. Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in this post. If you choose to purchase through the links, we may be compensated at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. See full disclosure policy. Today's Guest: Jackie Freeman is a storyteller, an educator, Bible teacher, and speaker who finds healing through the power of words and music. Jackie’s passion is encouraging women to stand firmly in God’s Word and embrace His will, n...2024-11-1925 min
This ElectionPolitics, Practice, and Discernment with Emily P Freeman
Politics is full of decisions: Should I vote? Who should I vote for? Should I align myself with a party? What policies should I support? Should I be a single issue voter? How can I contribute? What is my role as citizen? In today’s episode, I sit down with Emily P Freeman to discuss the spiritual practice of discernment in the context of these questions. We also talk about how to apply the wisdom in her new book, How to Walk Into A Room: The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away, to the po...2024-10-1051 min
Blocked and ReportedEpisode 229: Tranorexia (with Hadley Freeman)This week on Blocked and Reported, Katie is joined by Sunday Times columnist Hadley Freeman to discuss her departure from The Guardian; her controversial interviews with Judy Blume, Margaret Atwood, and Woody Allen; the parallels between anorexia and gender dysphoria; and a young eating disorder influencer.Margaret Atwood on feminism, culture wars and speaking her mind: ‘I’m very willing to listen, but not to be scammed’ | The GuardianJudy Blume: ‘I’m behind JK Rowling 100 per cent’'Do I really care?' Woody Allen comes out fighting | The GuardianActors are lining u...2024-09-161h 13
The Small & Supercharged PodcastBeyond the Brief: The Story of Stripe & Stare with Katie Lopes'Nothing was ever accomplished in uncomfortable underwear' - a quote I, and many others, wholeheartedly agree with. And it comes from the founder of Stripe and Stare, a brand dedicated to righting this! Katie has grown this business from her kitchen table, sampling products and testing them at a small scale up to the multi million pound company it is today, that names Fearne Cotton and Oprah (yes, THE Oprah) amongst its fans. But it's been a rollercoaster. From serious debt to the highs of customers investing in the brand, growing the business and team...2024-08-2848 min
With Her Two Hands193. Crafting Identity: Katie Freeman's Journey from Engineering to WoodworkingOn this episode of With Her Two Hands, we’re joined by Katie Freeman, a skilled designer and woodworker whose journey started with engineering, took a turn doing wood carving and custom furniture design and creation, and has now led to the pursuit of a Master's in Fine Art in 3D Design. Born and raised in Iowa City, Iowa, Katie has spent nearly two decades honing their craft and breaking barriers.
In this episode, Katie shares their path from graduating with a degree in manufacturing technology to launching their own woodworking business, and their current adventures back in...2024-06-2054 min
UAP STUDIES PodcastExploring UFOs worldwide with Mark McNabb and Rob FreemanIn this episode, we are joined by Mark McNabb and Rob Freeman, two intrepid explorers who have dedicated their lives to unraveling the enigma of UFOs and extraterrestrial encounters. Over the past five years, Mark has shared his childhood UFO experience more than 50 times, an event that has profoundly shaped his life's journey.
Since that fateful encounter 55 years ago, Mark and Rob have embarked on an extraordinary mission, traveling to 14 countries and engaging face-to-face with some of the world's top UFO experts and experiencers. Their quest has taken them on a remarkable journey, where they have personally witnessed the...2024-05-211h 24
Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Aaron Maté“Biden is a senile war monger” – veteran US Diplomat Chas FreemanThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.usefulidiotspodcast.comSubscribe for the full episode at the bottom of the page. Watch a free preview here:“Our foreign policy is diplomacy free.”As he watches the escalating crises in our world today, this is the main takeaway for Chas Freeman, who, as the US ambassador to Saudi Arabia during the first Gulf War, knows a thing about diplomacy.“It’s a lot cheaper and more effective to sit down and talk to someone than to pull a g...2024-03-0144 min
Alpha FemaleInterview with my Sister, Rebecca FreemanHey Alpha Females! In this week's episode I sit down for an interview with my little sister Rebecca, where we discuss her experience reinstalling a chapter as part of the Alpha class, creating culture, how to be a title-less leader, and her nontraditional sorority recruitment experience. If you have any questions about sorority life, send them to alphafemalepod@gmail.com. [Song by: Stockaudios - Happy Pop Summer (Inspiration Uplifting Upbeat)]2024-01-121h 42
Alpha FemaleInterview with my Mom, Debbie FreemanHey Alpha Females! In this week's episode I sit down for an interview with my mom Debbie, where we discuss navigating being a first generation college student, meeting her husband through the Greek system, and getting involved as an alumna. If you have any questions about sorority life, send them to alphafemalepod@gmail.com. [Song by: Stockaudios - Happy Pop Summer (Inspiration Uplifting Upbeat)]2023-12-1552 min
Renewing Your Motherhood#9: Joy In Motherhood with Lily FreemanDo you struggle to find joy in motherhood? My guest, Lily Freeman, shares her testimony and how she has come to find joy in motherhood. It is raw, beautiful and such an encouragement. She shares about her 4 boys, her 4 babies in heaven, her postpartum experience, and more. Lily has had to walk through some very difficult things and she shares real moments where the Lord met her in these dark times. Through all of these difficult times Lily has truly found joy in the suffering and in the Lord. She shares that TRUE joy is everlasting - not just...2023-05-3139 min
Making Problems to SolveKatie Freeman - From Manufacturing Technology to Furniture DesignThis week I talked with Katie Freeman, a woodworker who specializes in power carved art pieces. We talked about her making from making with her family, to shop class, to learning woodworking, discovering power carving, and to her latest exploration of furniture design. Of course we talked about her experience finding the maker community, online, and in person at Workbenchcon!
Find Katie on Instagram at @freemanfurnishings and @kf.designs.art as well as on her podcast @craftingarevolution
Mentions in this show:
Brandy Aubé
Tamara Robertson and Tinkering Belles Podcast
2023-05-2557 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 275 - Coast CollectiveErin Irber and Hanneke Lourens of Coast Collective join co-host Katie Thompson for a chat about their new business, their experiences as individual artists and business owners, and much more. Coast launched in July 2022, representing 12 Artisans with a collection of finely crafted furniture. Ready to ship at the click of a button. Collection No2 launched October 5, 2022 with an additional 12 new pieces. Be sure to follow Coast Collective on Instagram at @coastcollective.us and their website, coastcollective.us. Image credit - Hubbard M. Jones2022-10-2845 min
Tinkering Belles with Tamara RobertsonTinkering Belles - Katie FreemanDo you love Shop Dancing, Color Pops, Female Empowerment and general Maker Shop Talk? If so, join Tamara Robertson (Mythbusters, Maker Science, Seekers of Science) as she kicks off with a Tech Talk about Power Carving then sits down with Podcaster , Power Carver and Maker Extraordinaire Katie Freeman of Freeman Furnishings and Crafting a Revolution!Topics they cover include (but are surely not limited to):- Power Carving- Shout Out to Crafting a Revolution Podcast- Mom Makers- Women's Empowerment- Lifting Each other Up- Jealousy as...2022-09-1653 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 257 - Lets talk equity in craftIn this episode co-hosts Katie Freeman and Katie Thomspon discuss the current state of equity within the craft and art profession. Talking specifically about organizations that are working hard to bring positive change and grow equity across the country.2022-06-2451 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 255 - Anne TaggartAnne Taggart is originally from the Northeast US and the mountains of Vermont. She currently calls the mountains of West Virgina Home. Anne loves to make and fix things. She studied the traditional Japanese Kintsugi with a third-generation urushi lacquer artist from Kyoto, Japan. The traditional Japanese ceramics repair practice of kintsugi is associated with the aesthetic tradition of wabi-sabi, or the acceptance of transience and imperfection. Anne uses traditional materials and brings deep respect for the history and origins of kintsugi and urushi lacquer art forms to her work. Every attempt is made to honor the history and...2022-06-1752 min
Magic In The RoomSustainable marketing with guest Katie SmithFor any business to truly fulfill its purpose, every aspect of the organization must be aligned, including marketing. In this episode of Magic in the Room, Hannah and Luke talk to guest Katie Smith about how to ensure your marketing approach contributes to your purpose in an honest, authentic, and sustainable way. Find Katie on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/katiesmithwildpath or her website at followthewildpath.com Get a free Magic in the Room hat by posting a review and sending a screenshot to info@purposeandperformancegroup.com ...2022-06-0752 min
Carver Conversations a Saburrtooth PodcastEP6 KATIE FREEMANIt was so fun to catch up with Katie, we have recorded together two times before on our own shows so it was great to sit down and talk Power Carving. Katie is a very talented power carver and artist who specializes with organic shapes and fun colors. She is always pushing forward, trying new techniques and sharing her knowledge.
She also Hosts a podcast called Crafting a Revolution. So be sure to check her out and give her show a listen.
Hosted by Tiff Marchand from Night Carver Designs
Check out Katie @Freeman F...2022-06-0654 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 250 - Sabine Maxine Lopez of "A Tribe Called Queer"A Tribe Called Queer is a Los Angeles based multidisciplinary community organization dedicated to the everlasting empowering of BIPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ communities through mental health, wellness, art, education and more! We provide accessible community programs, incredible resources, free virtual offerings, an archival podcast, gender neutral clothing line, wellness zine, and more to come! Our Founder is Sabine Maxine Lopez (she/they). A Queer BIPOC Non-Binary Femme from Los Angeles, California. A natural born multi-hyphenate, you can find Sabine expressing herself through design, writing, photography, fashion, and much more. Most recently her essay ‘My Journey to Desig...2022-05-2559 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 249 - Carla Mendoza, Untidy MakerCarla Mendoza, also known as Untidy Maker on social media, is a jane of all trades. Growing up she was introduced to making through sewing and cooking. As an adult, she got into making with power tools, starting with concrete projects and working her way into welding. Pinterest and YouTube have opened the world of makers and her desire to continue to grow and learn. During the pandemic, she decided to take the leap and leave her job as a pharmacist technician and go full time as a maker and carpenter. Now she travels where she is needed, whether...2022-05-2044 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 247 - Cristina CordovaCristina Cordova received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Puerto Rico and continued to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University. In 2002 she entered a three-year artists residency program at Penland School of Crafts where she later served on the board of trustees from 2006 to 2010. Recognitions included a USA Artist Fellowship, and American Crafts Council Emerging Artist Grant, a North Carolina Arts Council Fellowship, a Virginia Groot Foundation Recognition Grant and several International Association of Art Critics Awards. Her work is part of...2022-04-291h 01
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 246 - Leah WoodsJoin us for an exciting discussion with Leah Woods who is an artist, woodworker, sculptor, educator and community organizer in New Hampshire. She is an Associate Professor of Art at the University of New Hampshire where she teaches woodworking, and also works with the Women’s POP program teaching incarcerated women the craft of woodworking. Leah also maintains a studio practice and is a member of the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association. You can find Leah on Instagram @leahkathleenwoods You can see more of her work and information on her website http://leahkwoods.com F...2022-04-271h 02
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 245 - Sarah of Ugly Duckling HouseSarah is the creator, author, and voice of Ugly Duckling House™. She started blogging in 2010 with a few crazy stories about what she found as she was renovating her home (the press-on fingernails she found in the fridge still give her chills). She went from your typical 9-6 software job to a full career that is never the same and reaches millions of people each year! For many years, Sarah was a single chick in the power tool aisle. Life kept going, and now she shares her DIY adventures alongside her partner Kyle (who is often refer to as “K” o...2022-04-221h 04
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 243 - Sondra ElderSondra Elder is a self-taught artist, who was not able to truly devote time to her creative journey until after retiring from her life in the business world. With pottery, Sondra’s chosen medium is porcelain because its strength and delicacy learn to live in harmony. It is the perfect canvas to display the beautiful zinc-silicate crystals that can only be created through normally destructive fire. These naturally occurring phenomena inspire her never-ending desire to artistically harness their capability on the backdrop of her forms - which equally exude capability and femininity. Sondra creates her forms on the...2022-04-131h 03
Hungry2LiveH2L E.8 - Katie Plunkett - Educator, thecalmclassroom.orgOn today’s episode, Rachel speaks with Katie Plunkett. Katie is an educator, who looks for alternative ways to connect with her students. Whether it be figure 8 breathing or coloring to soothe the senses, Katie thrives in a calm classroom. Katie has not always had this approach to teaching. When Katie began feeling burned out and depressed, she realized being high strung and having anxiety was not just a challenge faced by adults. Katie created her own curriculum that children and adults can learn from.@thecalmclassroomSent from my iPhone2022-03-3023 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 232 - Stephanie of Uncommon OutpostStephanie of Uncommon Outpost is an artist, maker, and general collector of hobbies. She has tackled pretty much everything between car mechanics to sewing, pushing herself to always take her projects outside the box. Stephanie grew up with two parents who did everything themselves way before being DIY was cool, and she was included in that from the very start. You can be sure she always has at least one project in the works. Be sure to follow her on Instagram and YouTube. Find your hosts at Freeman Furnishings and Women of Woodworking.2022-02-181h 09
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 207 - New Co-host Katie ThompsonI am excited to learn more about Katie Thompson, founder of the Women of Woodworking project in addition to editor and chief of the monthly online journal, Pen and Chisel. I first chatted with Katie a while back when she was a guest on the podcast, then called Maker Mom. Since then, we have continued to orbit in similar spaces. We have a shared passion for growing the accessibility of craft and learning, sharing, and elevating the stories of women and non-binary folks in that space. Please join me in welcoming Katie as the new co-host of the podcast.2021-10-281h 00
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 199 - Eleanor RoseEleanor is a woodworker, sculpture artist and tool maker. From a small rural town in California, with no real exposure to art, to going to art school in New York, Eleanor enjoyed creating. It took losing access to a shop and realizing that she could make her own tools to start her on the journey into tool making. She grew her experience through working at different schools and running different shops, learning to machine and to cast. All through this her art reflected the very real internal struggle she was having with her identity. You can follow...2021-09-2258 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 198 - Tay CribTaylor, or Tay, is a degreed architect and designer who found her way to woodworking and turning during the pandemic. She has really always enjoyed working with her hands, perhaps why she pivoted into construction and project management after college instead of going further with architecture. She found herself during the pandemic needing to keep her hands busy. A neighbor offered to teach her some woodworking skills in his workshop. Now she owns her own lathe and is excited to be making small things. You can follow along with Tay on Instagram.2021-09-171h 11
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 197 - Ruth AmosRuth Amos is an engineer, inventor and entrepreneur. When she is not travelling giving inspirational and motivational speeches, you can find her as managing director of her first invention and company, Stairsteady, or building fun things kids have invented for her YouTube channel, Kids Invent Stuff. An accomplished speaker and event host, Ruth is living proof that engineering and science is not boring. You can follow along with Ruth on her personal Instagram and Kids Invent Stuff Instagram, as well as the YouTube channel.2021-09-151h 04
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 196 - Ladies Who WoodThe duo, Ladies Who Wood, is comprised of Stacy Motte and Eleanor Ingrid Rose. Stacy and Eleanor have known each other since they both lived in San Francisco. They then attended grad school at the same university and have really been a collaborating duo since. Their collaboration currently focuses on the many ways that women have been erased from craft throughout history and they make sculptural pieces that speak to that. This episode will be followed up with individual episodes with each artist. In the meant time, you can follow along with Ladies Who Wood on Instagram.2021-09-101h 08
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 195 - Adriana, Texas DIY MamaAdriana is a wife, mom, and DIYer. She spent her childhood fascinated by watching her Uncle, who was a finish carpenter, use all of his power tools on the weekend. She would later go work for that same Uncle in the office at his finish carpentry business. Adriana spent a few years as a nurse, enjoying her time helping others. Then, with the diagnosis of her oldest being autistic and the birth of her youngest, she decided it best to stay home. That is when her own journey into DIY and building began. You can find and...2021-09-0858 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 194 - Karla Vazquez, Black Poppy WoodworksKarla is a wife, mom, artist and woodworker who says creating and using her hands is her happy place. Karla loved art as a kid and went to school for art. She then went into military and into the corporate world from there. As she was looking at having young ones at home and making things for them, she thought why not try to turn it into a business. That is how Black Poppy Woodworks began. Now she experiments with woodworking and resin, never wanting to make the same thing twice. You can find and follow along...2021-09-031h 05
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 193 - Lisa LaughyLisa is a traditional wood carver with a strong background in design and painting. She has spent over 15 years carving, in addition to the decades that she has worked as a designer and illustrator. It wasn't until she began exploring wood carving that she realized how much of her earlier, 2D work had been conceptualized in her mind in relief. The years Lisa has spent designing, drawing, and painting on paper have provided a careful preparation for working in wood. You can follow along with her carving on Instagram and her Website. You can follow...2021-09-011h 00
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 192 - Charlotte Smith, at Charlotte's houseCharlotte is a wife, mom of 5, designer and DIYer, fixing up her 100 year old house. She loves color, flea markets and a little mess. She says she spends her days writing, painting, sanding, laughing and negotiating with her 5 kids. Besides running her blog and providing lots of bold and beautiful inspiration, Charlotte has also made appearances on several tv shows such as Flea Market Flip and Rachel and many more. You can find and follow along with Charlotte on her Blog and Instagram.2021-08-271h 03
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 191 - Julia HarrisonJulia has been making things for longer than she can remember, and her parents have the archival evidence to prove it. Announcing that she needed some privacy, she would shut the door to her room and spend silent hours hunched over whatever tools and materials she could get her hands on, trying to figure everything out. Even after decades of doing it, transforming an idea into reality is still a powerful experience for Julia, a kind of alchemy. And though she still spends a lot of time alone in a silent room, figuring things out with metal...2021-08-2559 min
Side Dish PodcastEpisode 16- Featuring Katie Freeman, Event Sales Manager at Family-Owned Glynn Hospitality GroupThe Side Dish Podcast is a New England/Boston-focused food, wine, and lifestyle podcast by Amaze Media Labs. Hosted by Boston Food Journal’s Brittany DiCapua and her sister Caitlin, the podcast is centered on Boston and New England’s biggest food and drink influencers. It will feature a variety of cuisines and establishments so listeners will gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to be successful in a competitive industry!Episode 16-A Side Dish of Banter: Recovering from a Bachelorette Party Weekend-Caitlin's Weekly Wine Tip: Italian TIME!2021-08-2126 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 190 - Aylin OzdemirAylin is 24 and from Austria. She is currently a multimedia student, graduating in September. Multimedia and animation is a change from starting out in fashion design. Which is a change from taking woodworking all through junior high and high school. I think it is safe to say that Aylin is a maker through and through. Since her school work now is so focused on computer work, she has taken to experimenting with macrame as a means to express herself in a physical manner. You can find and follow along with Aylin and her work on Instagram.2021-08-2056 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 189 - Tamara Harding, Mara Made DesignsAfter years of working in the corporate world, Tamara Harding decided to delve into her creative talents. The inspiring Jamaican creator brought together her love of working with tools, design, and helping the environment to launch the furniture line Mara Made Designs. Her organic and fascinating pieces are all made from salvaged wood which Harding "brings back to life" with the utmost elegance. Her motto, "no wood left behind" has also pushed her to create wearable art, such as necklaces and cuffs. You can find and follow along with Mara on Instagram.2021-08-1857 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 188 - Briana TrujilloBi-national artist, Briana Trujillo, moves between two places: the United States and Mexico. She is inspired by life in both places where people migrate constantly. Her work embraces traditional fine woodworking skills but is infused with a creative and sculptural impulse. Traveling frequently between the two countries, she draws inspiration from contrasting elements of the routine created by both nations, blending geometric styles and tones into something aesthetically stimulating to engage her viewers. Each of her pieces explores a different image of her understanding of this transborder culture. You can follow along with Briana both...2021-08-1357 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 187 - Kellie of Sally Forth Supply CompanyOne evening Kellie was in need of a bow tie for a special event and decided to design and make her own. Out of pure insanity - and a love for autonomy - she continues to design and create handmade bags, wallets, aprons, ties and other accessories including a handmade all natural fabric wax that is available in retail stores nationwide. Kellie intentionally created a business that doesn't cater to gender, it caters to people. You can find and follow along with Kellie on Instagram and her Website.2021-08-1153 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 186 - Phoebe KuoPhoebe is a studio woodworker from San Francisco, CA, currently based in Evanston, IL, who makes site-specific sculpture using traditional furniture making techniques. She was born in California to Taiwanese-American mathematicians, and grew up navigating hybrid identities. She continues to explore hybrid identities as a queer artist of color. You can find Phoebe and follow along with her on Instagram and her Website.2021-08-061h 11
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 185 - Pottery by Osa AtoePottery by Osa grew out of her kitchen in New Orleans in 2015 and has since expanded to a full sized studio space at her home in Florida. She took her first pottery class at the age of 34 after playing in various punk bands for about 15 years. Punk isn't about longevity or technique, it's about urgency and primal expression. Being in bands and making zines helped her build the confidence to share her creative projects with others without worrying if they were good enough. By the time Osa discovered clay, she feels she was looking for a challenge. She wanted...2021-08-041h 09
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 184 - Tamara RobertsonPrior to joining the mainstream maker movement, Tamara spent a decade in corporate engineering where she was pivotal in creating Women in Leadership mentorship programs. During this time she noted a lack of women so in 2015, she transitioned full time to outreach in hopes of inspiring more young women to pursue S.T.E.M. careers. It was during this time that she was given the opportunity to battle it out for a chance to join the Mythbusters legacy where her lifetime as a tinkerer and collector of skills landed her as the only female finalist and 2 x MVP winn...2021-07-301h 05
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 183 - Joyce LinJoyce Lin is an artist and designer passionate about making furniture and sculptural objects that deconstruct material, form, and the ever-shifting relationship between humans and their environment. Joyce currently lives and works in Houston, TX and was a 2019 artist in residence at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft. You can follow along with Joyce's work on Instagram and her Website.2021-07-2857 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 182 - Sandy of Ellee HomeSandy has enjoyed design and making her spaces her own for as long as she can remember. She started Ellee Home with a vision to build a small and mighty community for real people in their real lives. She creates spaces, objects and content to inspire that community with all things home and decor, lifestyle, and anything they are up for talking about. You can Sandy on Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest and her Website.2021-07-2357 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 181 - Trustina of Gourds by FafaGourd bowls are an integral part of the culture of the people of the Northern region of Ghana, where Trustina comes from. They are used to serve anything from refreshing water to palm wine. In her work, she views each gourd as a face or a body, taking note of its natural shape, blemishes etc. Trustina then assumes the role of a make-up artist, emphasizing the beauty that already exists through techniques like dyeing, highlighting, shadowing, trimming, carving and impressing. Slowly, the design reveals itself. You can find Trustina's work and follow along with her on Instagram...2021-07-2156 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 180 - Karoline HinzKaroline is a passionate prop maker working in Berlin, Germany. She started with an apprenticeship position at Deutsche Oper Berlin. Where she had the chance to produce various sculptures and props for different projects such as theater productions, music videos, movies and various private commissions. Karoline learned several sculpting and painting techniques and now works out of her own studio where she collaborates with highly talented and inspiring creatives from painters to composers. You can find and follow along with Karoline on Instagram, YouTube and her website.2021-07-1658 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 179 - DQ FlowersDQ Flowers is a new woodworker and turner living in Florida. DQ grew up expressing her creativity through writing and photography. She stumbled upon woodworking through YouTube. Upon discovering the world of woodworking and makers on YouTube she found herself binging this content until deciding to give it a try herself. She now refers to it as her therapy, where she is learning and healing one cut at a time. You can find and follow along with this budding woodworker and turner on Instagram.2021-07-1452 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 178 - Amanda, the Sawdust WomanAmanda grew up in Texas and was influenced by her grandfather and father, who are both woodworkers. Watching them restore antique clocks with the greatest attention to detail, seeing them rebuild antique furniture and create furniture out of the garage while growing up was an inspiration. With her father's guidance, Amanda began trying small projects and soon fell in love with the process of working with her hands. She moved to Austin, to take the woodworking courses at Austin Community College, where she received her Woodworking Certificate. There she had the opportunity to learn under two great craftsman, Michael...2021-07-0957 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 177 - Anna Laxague Episode 177 - Anna Laxague Raised in the Sierra Nevada, Cascades and Northwest Coast, Anna has always been surrounded by views of massive mountains, big trees, and rushing rivers. A family hobby of carving scenes from the days of fishing, hiking, bikes and adventure onto pieces of found wood eventually morphed into the art work and designs you see here. After a mountain bike crash resulting in a broken shoulder in 2010 rendered her unable to ride for a summer, she gave painting a stab and it's been an awesome journey...2021-07-0653 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 176 - Irene Lin Wei Episode 176 - Irene Lin Wei Irene Wei is a pith flower maker and furniture designer whose work is deeply rooted in community and culture. Irene received her BFA in Furniture Design and a Concentration in Nature Culture Sustainability Studies from the Rhode Island School of Design. She has previously worked as a woodworking instructor at a maker space where she also made furniture on commission. In 2019, she was an Emerging Artist winner at the Philadelphia Furniture Show. You can find and follow along with her furniture work...2021-07-0257 min
Bad On PaperKatie SturinoToday we are joined by our dear friend Katie Sturino, body acceptance advocate and founder of Megababe Beauty. This episode is basically a three-way phone conversation among friends but the big thing is that we talk about her amazing new book, Body Talk, and her journey towards body acceptance. We also use this time to catch up with Katie, covering her summer travel plans, new Megababe launches, what brands we want to see extend their size range, and the surprising struggle of creating Instagram content! Join us in the Facebook group to tell us what you thought!2021-06-021h 10
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 176 - Daej of Daej Designs Wonder Women 176 - Daej of Daej Designs Based in Toronto, founder and principle designer, Daej Hamilton started this company at 22 years old. Luxuriating in her 11th year of woodworking, her pieces reflect the timeless, mid-century, modern aesthetic. Using some of the finest woods, her work is designed and hand crafted to compliment form and function. You can find the original episode on YouTube. You can follow along with Daej on Instagram and her Website. 2021-05-2843 min
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 175 - Karla Diaz Wonder Women 175 - Karla Diaz Karla is a Mexican designer and woodworker currently living in LA with her wife. Karla grew up in Mexico City and went to school for business administration. One night, she just started sketching and designing furniture and other items. She had always loved wood and how warm and cozy it is. So, she decided to find a school for woodworking. After school she shared a shop with a friend and eventually found turning. Now she turns bowls and platters, creating collections with texture and c...2021-05-261h 11
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 174 - Lacey of DIY with Lacey Wonder Women 174 - Lacey of DIY with Lacey Lacey is a wife, mom of 3, works full time, and now she is DIY-ing her life. During this last year, while spending so much time inside her house, she started noticing things she wanted to change or add. After diving into the school of YouTube, she dove right into the deep end of making and doing it herself for all her projects around home. Now her husband is happily adding to the "honey do list" and she is happy to continue...2021-05-211h 01
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 173 - Sylvie Rosenthal Wonder Women 173 - Sylvie Rosenthal Sylvie started building at age six, at the Eli Whitney Museum where she made circuses, catapults, rockets and robots. She actually started working there as well. She did receive a BFA and MFA and spent some time working with a mentor to build a couple of houses from the ground up. She has spent time as a visiting artist, teacher and researcher at many schools and universities. Currently, Sylvie maintains a studio practice making furniture on commission, production work for online sales, and sculptures. 2021-05-191h 12
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 172 - Author Laura Morrison Wonder Women 172 - Author Laura Morrison Laura lives in the Metro Detroit area with her husband, kiddos, cats, bees, tortoise, vegetable garden, books, and (depending on the season) some monarch butterflies in various stages of development and/or some neonatal kitten fosters. She has a B.S. in applied ecology and environmental science from Michigan Technological University. Before she was a writer and stay-at-home mom, she battled invasive species and researched turtles. It was fun, but writing is better. You can learn more about Laura and find h...2021-05-1444 min
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 171 - Camille Finan of Remodel Your Life Wonder Women 171 - Camille Finan of Remodel Your Life Host of Remodel Your Life Podcast, Camille Finan talks to women working in the trades and breaking down barriers in non-traditional careers. Her 35 years as a carpenter gives her a unique insight into the world of construction and design. Her goal is to inform and educate people about the wonderful opportunities of working in the trades for women and girls. She also coaches women on how to make a living from doing the work that they love to do. 2021-05-121h 04
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 170 - Sarah of Maker Monkey Workshop Wonder Women 170 - Sarah of Maker Monkey Workshop Sarah is a wife, mom, metalsmith, and entrepreneur. She worked in jewelry design and sculpture for over a decade after graduating from art school. When her first son was old enough, she started letting him play in the studio where he had access to all of her tools. This is where the idea for Maker Monkey Workshop was born. She enjoyed watching her son grow more confident and capable with every strike of the hammer and wanted to give that to...2021-05-071h 05
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 169 - Leah Aripotch Wonder Women 169 - Leah Aripotch LEAH WAS BORN AND RAISED IN MONTAUK, NEW YORK IN 1987. SHE RECEIVED HER BFA IN FINE ART SCULPTURE FROM ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY IN LATE 2012. WHILE THERE, SHE EARNED THE DISTINCTION OF BEST EMERGING ARTIST. IN FEBRUARY 2013, HER JEWELRY WAS FEATURED ON THE RUNWAY AT MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK IN NEW YORK AS PART OF A COLLABORATION WITH FASHION DESIGNER, TERESA FIELD AND TEXTILES DESIGNER, JAMES THAI. HER WORK HAS BEEN PUBLISHED IN METALSMITH MAGAZINE AS WELL AS IN CAST, A COFFEE TABLE BOOK F...2021-05-051h 04
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 168 - Mariam of Space Dibs Wonder Women 168 - Mariam of Space Dibs Mariam is a wife, mom of 3, construction project manager, interior designer, wooden sign maker, and so much more. I think it is fair to say what drives Mariam is a drive to continue to learn and create. She shares this drive with her children, doing crafts together, and it shines through in her work. You can follow along with Mariam on Instagram. 2021-04-3050 min
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 167 - Althea of Riveted Woodworking & Design Wonder Women 167 - Althea of Riveted Woodworking & Design Althea has a passion for creating that started at a very young age and has only grown. She has a degree and background in sewing and fashion design. Althea eventually found her way to woodworking. She enjoys learning something new almost everyday. She spent a few years refinishing vintage furniture and then eventually branched into designing and making her own furniture pieces and custom large scale built-ins for clients. You can find and follow along with Althea on Instagram...2021-04-281h 02
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 166 - Karen Ernst Wonder Women 166 - Karen Ernst Karen is a professor in the art department at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, where she has been teaching all levels of Woodworking and Furniture Design since 2004. She holds a BA in Studio art and an MFA in Furniture Design. The furniture and sculptural objects she designs and builds have been exhibited across the US. You can follow along with Karen on Instagram and her Website. 2021-04-231h 03
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 165 - Kelly Parker Wonder Women 165 - Kelly Parker Kelly Parker is a woodworker and furniture maker whose work is all about transformation and discovery. Kelly first started woodworking when in High School as an art elective. She then went on to get a degree in Biochemistry and spent 18 years as a chemist. Eventually she made the leap out of chemistry and back into woodworking. She is largely self-taught, though she has completed some programs in woodworking and furniture making. You can follow along with Kelly on her Instagram and Website.2021-04-2155 min
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 164 - Consuelo of Latinas Welding Guild Wonder Women 164 - Consuelo of Latinas Welding Guild Consuelo, a Guatemalan-born functional artist and welder has a goal to empower women personally, creatively and economically through welding. She established the Latinas Welding Guild as a non-profit organization in 2017. Having seen first hand the struggles of the Latino community, she formed the guild to create a space of equal access and education for women, particularly minority women, in what is a heavily male-occupied field. The Latinas Welding Guild exists to help low to moderate income Latinas and non-Latina women gain a...2021-04-161h 00
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 163 - Sophie Glenn Wonder Women 163 - Sophie Glenn Born and raised in New York City, Sophie received her BFA in Sculpture and Drawing from SUNY Purchase College, and her MFA in Furniture Design and Woodworking from San Diego State University. She has exhibited her work across the country, and has been fortunate to receive several grants, fellowships, and residencies to help advance her career. Sophie makes furniture out of steel and wood, but predominately out of steel. In fact she mimics wood to make her steel furniture look like it has been c...2021-04-1456 min
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 162 - Wu of Work in Use Wonder Women 162 - Wu of Work in Use Wu worked as a furniture maker for 5 years in New York City prior to receiving her MFA in Furniture Design from Rhode Island School of Design. An injury in the woodshop, hours of reflection, and a passion for both movement and making is what crafted the creation of her company, Work in Use. Wu is also a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Sculpture Department at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. You can find and follow along with...2021-04-0958 min
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 161 - Sarah Marriage Wonder Women 161 - Sarah Marriage Sarah is a maker of fine furniture and other wooden objects. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, she studied architecture at Princeton University and fine woodworking at The Krenov School of Fine Furniture. Sarah was the 2015 recipient of the John D. Mineck Furniture Fellowship, through The Society of Arts and Crafts and used the funding to support the creation of "A Workshop of Our Own", WOO for short, a space where women woodworkers and makers can come together in a supportive...2021-04-071h 10
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 124 - Amanda of Lovingly Amanda Episode 124 - Amanda of Lovingly Amanda Amanda is a Mom and Apprentice Luthier near Nashville, TN. In her childhood, she did sports and gymnastics. She did not play any instruments. She was introduced to instrument when she decided to learn to play the violin as a way to get one of her children to learn to play the piano. Through playing the violin she learned about luthiers. She was instantly fascinated with the process. A change in her employment allowed her to pursue this new love full time. 2021-04-021h 07
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 029 - Rachel of Moody Makes Wonder Women 029 - Rachel of Moody Makes Rachel is a teacher, student and woodworker. Originally from California, she now lives on the East coast with her Wife. Though she was a creative child, she did not have much exposure to woodworking outside of her middle school shop class. She revisited woodworking as an adult as a means to find a hobby that could keep both her mind and body busy. Though it was not necessarily love at first sight, she has grown to really enjoy woodworking, especially the idea...2021-03-311h 09
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 123 - Alicia of Hylton Daniel Design Episode 123 - Alicia of Hylton Daniel Design Alicia Hylton-Daniel was a paralegal studying to take the LSATs in the winter of 2002 when a house fire caused by a faulty fireplace to her new Durham home changed everything. The infuriating process of dealing with less than honest insurance claims folks and mostly "good 'ol boys" contractors compelled her to take her career in another direction. She decided interior design would be a perfect fit and went back to college to get a 2nd degree. After college she worked for a...2021-03-2654 min
FANtastic People(Legacy) The Office with Katie Freeman - PensacolaMarch 24th, 2005 the world of television changed forever. 16 years ago this week the NBC sitcom The Office premiered television and changed the lives of millions. Christian and Regan are joined by Dunder Mifflin Scranton superfan (and fan of this podcast), Katie Freeman. Katie remembers the very first night she watched The Office and can tell you exactly why she's watched every episode over 20 times! So grab your Dundie, look to the camera, and enjoy this week's episode!
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Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 035 - Taji of Melanated Maker DIY Wonder Women 035 - Taji of Melanated Maker DIY Taji is a wife, project manager, woodworker, carpenter, and DIY enthusiast. She spent her childhood and early adulthood really trying all the things, searching for that "thing" that would be her creative outlet that would feed her soul. Buying her first house with her husband is what really sparked the desire to make things that could furnish their home. She started with a work table and then moved straight into designing and building their dinning room table. She has found that m...2021-03-241h 01
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 122 - Nickole of Repnmyhood Episode 122 - Nickole of Repnmyhood Nickole is a wife, mom of four, maker, and soon to be shop owner. While being a stay at home mom, Nickole got her start in the world of making with "Mom with a Saw". That was the first time she got to experience making an income from something she made. It was a sense of freedom. Mom with a saw lasted for a while, but it felt too limiting. From there, Nickole moved on to getting a laser and really being able to...2021-03-191h 01
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 034 - Skye of Sawdust & Glitter Wonder Women 034 - Skye of Sawdust & Glitter Skye is a self-taught creative with a DIY spirit and passion for bringing her clients' wildest ideas to life. Sawdust & Glitter is her creative outlet for all things art, craft and design. Skye has always been crafty, and after grabbing an Architecture and Construction Science degree, she hasn't slowed down. She really goes for it all including woodworking, painting, consulting, and custom memorabilia for all occasions. Construction manager by day and DIY crafter by night, she is designing and creating a life...2021-03-1754 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 121 - Lauren Mollica Episode 121 - Lauren Mollica Lauren is a wife, mom, and woodworker making beautiful jewelry displays. Lauren fell in love with the scroll saw in her 7th grade wood shop class. Then after college and working for some years in the financial industry, she felt the pull to get back to more creative work. With the push of a career counselor and a successful experiment of becoming a one income household, she took the full leap into turning her love into her work. Now she is a stay at home...2021-03-121h 09
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 033 - Naomi of Overlook Woods Wonder Women 033 - Naomi of Overlook Woods Naomi is the artist, designer and maker behind Overlook Woods. She fell in love with woodworking while studying at Pratt Institute and realized that is what she wanted to do for work. Naomi makes all sort of woodworking goods from furniture to spoons to jewelry and many other home decor items. Through woodworking, she is also continuing a family legacy of industry in New York. Her grandfather was a fashion designer during the Garment District's heyday. She is proud to be carrying...2021-03-101h 09
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 120 - Alicia of Basilblue Design Company Episode 120 - Alicia of Basilblue Design Company Alicia is a wife, mom, designer and artist. She has really been a designer and artist her whole life. She gained an appreciation for great craftsmanship from her father as a kid. She ended up going to art school and working as a graphic designer for several years. Now you can find her either in her workshop getting covered in sawdust or collaborating with a client on how to enhance their space where they live, work or play. You can...2021-03-051h 10
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 032 - Anastasia of Burnt River Wood Co. Wonder Women 032 - Anastasia of Burnt River Wood Co. While working full time and commuting into the city, Anastasia knew she needed an outlet for all of her creative energy. She has been a creator as long as she can remember. From making custom pillow cases at the age of 12, to screen printing movie tees and crocheting bikini tops, she has always had a passion for making things from scratch. Her love for woodworking started in grade 9 shop class. She left with the dream of being a...2021-03-0355 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 119 - Sarah of Morning Glory Woodshop Episode 119 - Sarah of Morning Glory Woodshop Sarah is a wife, mom, teacher, woodworker, and all around maker. She enjoyed making and being creative as a kid, when she was not diving into sports. She turned again to making as a way to doing something physical and creative as a contrast to all the other things she does. It started with a closet makeover and she has been hooked ever since. You can follow along with Sarah on Instagram. 2021-02-261h 02
Digitally CreativeEpisode 77: Popular Woodworking Covergirl Katie FreemanWelcome to episode 77!
This week we have Katie Freeman, who is the owner of Freeman Furnishings as well as the host of the Maker Mom Podcast. Katie is an amazing creator with an incredible artistic eye who also just happens to be on the cover of the February issue of Popular Woodworking! Enjoy the conversation and don't forget to stay tuned for a major announcement regarding the Unwrap a Project Challenge!
Katie's Links:
Maker Mom Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maker-mom-podcast/id1439078355
https://www.instagram.com/makermompodcast/
Katie on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/freemanfurnishings/
Katie's Website
https...2020-12-091h 32
Crafting a RevolutionWonder Women 020 - Bronte of Freeman Fabrication Wonder Women 020 - Bronte of Freeman Fabrication Bronte is a trained and certified welder that owns her own custom fabrication and furniture design business. Her journey began with needing to furnish her first apartment. Not wanting any part in the "fast furniture" movement (quick to make, quick to break", she set out to build her own. Soon after, she was fabricating pieces for friends; ultimately sending her down the unexpected path of entrepreneurship. You can follow along with Bronte on Instagram, Facebook, and her Website. 2020-11-181h 02
Richest Men in TownEpisode #26: Katie Sellers-"Music Time With Dad"In this episode...The guys have a historic moment in the evolution of the RMIT podcast. Tyler and Mike welcome their first lady guest, the incomparable Katie Sellers. As a tribute to Mike's dear friend John Brandeburg who passed away in the spring of 2019, they invited Katie in to talk lessons and legacy from the life of one of the original "richest men in town". Katie lets the world in on so many topics including:Grief and lossNavigating life's stormsDivorceBenefits of therapyMusic and creativityParentingShow NotesWho said it..."Lif...2020-11-032h 18
SPORTIVÉaf.Katie Boren: Fitness in the Ballet Industry and is it More Than Just Working Out & Eating Healthy? #02 Katie Boren, professional dancer with American Ballet Theatre for over 5 years, danced some of the most iconic principle roles around the world, has over 150,000 followers on Instagram plus another Instagram page with 20,000 followers dedicated to her extremely successful personal training career where she offers personal training sessions to anyone aspiring to have a strong and healthy body as she is also a NASM certified personal trainer…Had the best talk with this incredible woman, and she is certainly a huge inspiration of mine and many dancers out there. I hope you enjoyed this Podcast, please follow us for...2020-10-1839 min
MAKE SPACE with Cara Newhart // home design & diyGet started DIY-ing furniture & tips for building from plans vs. designing [with Katie Freeman]In this episode, Cara is chatting with furniture maker, content creator, and fellow podcaster Katie Freeman. Katie gives insight into her furniture design process, including how she finds inspo for her designs. She covers tips for getting started in your DIY journey using furniture flipping or restoration.
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Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 91 - Katie Thompson of Women of Woodworking Episode 91 - Katie Thompson of Women of Woodworking Katie Thompson is an independent artist, author, creative consultant and speaker based outside of Charleston, SC. She is a disabled mother of two, and wife. She lives and works out of her home and shop in the swamps of the Lowcountry. Katie has a passion for people and sharing their stories, and pursues her inclinations as a storyteller through her writing. Her ongoing project the Women of Woodworking series features some of the craft’s most talented artisans from aroun...2020-07-241h 02
Proof to ProductOptimizing Our Website with Jessica Freeman, Jess CreativesHey friends! Did you know that when someone lands on your website you only have 5 seconds to capture their attention? That’s not a lot of time, so I wanted to bring on an expert to help you better understand how you can maximize those 5 seconds and get people to stick around longer. Whether you’ve been in business for many years or are just getting started you’re in for a treat with this guest, Jessica Freeman. Jessica Freeman is the founder of Jess Creatives. She is a web designer, tech strategist, and an expert i...2020-07-0738 min
UAP STUDIES PodcastMark McNabb & Rob FreemanRob Freeman & Mark McNabb are ufologist-documentary filmmakers from Ontario Canada. They have traveled to over 14 countries and documented thousands of hours of their journeys through to active ufo locations around the globe. Learn about the technology they carry with them, their devotion to this project, and what they have learned throughout their experiences.
This was an amazing interview, and I feel honored to have had these guys on the podcast. Enjoy.
-Jason Guillemette2020-06-291h 26
Crafting a RevolutionA Message from KatieHello makers. This week will not be the usual podcast episode. This week I am taking a moment. A moment to let the weight of what is going on in our country just sit. To the black members of this maker community, especially the black women of this maker community, I want you to know that I stand in solidarity with you. I know as a white person, with the privilege that being white gives me, I need to do and be better. In the past I have been timid to speak up to fellow white people about their...2020-06-0504 minBad On PaperBonus: Discussing Jessica Simpson’s Memoir (with guest Katie Sturino)We couldn’t stop thinking (or talking) about this book and our friend Jess, so we asked friend of the pod, Katie Sturino to join us to discuss Jessica Simpson’s memoir, Open Book. Forget what you think you know about Jessica Simpson (seriously, none of us were superfans or even really fans before this book, but we sure as hell are now!). Her book dives deep into her childhood, music career, relationships, and struggles with addiction. Needless to say, we could not get enough! We discuss the juicy celebrity goss, body image issues, family dynamics, and more in this...2020-04-0627 min
Designed by Wingnut Social | Interior Design BusinessThe Hidden ROI of Starting a Podcast with Katie FreemanShould you consider starting a podcast? Is the return on investment worth the time and effort put in? Or will you just be wasting your hard-earned time? Darla grew up listening to talk radio and knew when they launched Wingnut Social that a podcast would be a terrific vehicle for their niche. But what about other niches? Darla and Natalie’s guest today, Katie Freeman, shares her take on the industry—and why it’s been worth it for her.
Katie is a furniture designer and creator, owner of Freeman Furnishings, and host of the Maker Mom podcas...2020-03-0428 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 71 - Katie Freeman with Freeman Furnishings/Maker Mom PodcastSo after lots of messages and asking, it is I, your host, Katie Freeman, back with a second interview on more info on myself. Not really sure why y'all wanted more of my back story, since I'm pretty sure I lead a fairly boring life! Anyway, I answer some of the questions that have been sent in, none of them were covered in the introduction episode, episode 01, of the podcast. In case you missed the intro episode, my name is Katie Freeman. I am a wife and mom of 2. I also make things from wood, and occasionally resin and l...2020-02-2729 min