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Shop Talk with Autodesk FusionFrom Hobbyist to Full-Time Paid Maker: Patrick Gensel’s Journey into Bespoke Consumer ProductsIn this episode of ShopTalk, we dive into Patrick’s evolution from hobbyist to full-time creator, crafting bespoke consumer products that blend woodworking with cutting-edge digital fabrication. From nostalgic magnets to custom key trays for supercar owners, Patrick Gensel, from Pine and Print, is redefining what it means to be a modern maker.Patrick shares how the pandemic, along with becoming a new dad, inspired him to pivot from IT and video production to building his brand, Pine and Print. He talks about product photography, Etsy SEO, and why tools like Autodesk Fusion are game changers for de...2025-05-2230 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionWoodworking Secrets: From Marines to Masterpieces with Dirk MonsterStep inside the Netherlands-based workshop of Dirk Monster—a former Marine turned woodworker and bespoke furniture maker, in this fantastic Shop Talk episode, with Jonathan Odom from Fusion. Follow Dirk's woodworking journey and how it evolved from DIY furniture during his military downtime to building a thriving business.From navigating the steep learning curve of CAD to designing repeatable, client-ready furniture using parametric-driven modeling, Dirk’s story is one of grit, creativity, and precision. We dive into how Autodesk Fusion enables him to move faster, prototype digitally, and keep the hand-crafted quality intact.You'll also get...2025-05-1231 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionFrom Miata to Racing Marvel: An Engineer’s DIY Journey into MotorsportsDon't miss this high-octane Shop Talk episode, Tadeu Zagallo shares how he transformed a stock Mazda Miata into a track-ready masterpiece. By harnessing the power of Autodesk Fusion, 3D printing, and computational fluid dynamics. Tadeu proves that digital fabrication is leveling the playing field—empowering everyday engineers to chase extraordinary ambitions. See how a curious software engineer became a professional racer by reimagining what’s possible, one layer at a time.Watch this and every other episode of Shop Talk here: https://autode.sk/4e1XAKT2025-04-2432 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionModeling, Rendering and the Creative Mind of Design Legend: The MotherDive into the design world of Ivan—also known as Mother—a world-class designer whose work bridges the realms of consumer products and the entertainment industry. This week on ShopTalk, Ivan shares his unconventional journey from studying history to becoming a celebrated figure in design, known for his hyper-detailed renderings and innovative thinking. He emphasizes the power of procedural modeling in Autodesk Fusion for achieving precise, photorealistic results. His portfolio—often imitated—features standout creations like the iconic “shotgun design” and a mosquito repellent product that perfectly mirrors his digital renderings. Ivan reflects on the balance of left- and right-brain...2025-04-1134 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionMore Than Objects: The Art of Business and Design with Hunter CraighillHow do you turn everyday objects into lasting, collectible works of design? In this ShopTalk episode, Jonathan Odom from Autodesk Fusion sits down with Hunter Craighill, founder of Craighill Company, for an insightful conversation about design, manufacturing, and the creative power of community.Hunter shares his unconventional journey—from studying architecture to launching a design studio that now employs over 10+ people and reaches customers around the globe. From cold-calling factories to establishing a reliable international supply chain, his path is packed with practical lessons and creative insight.Watch this and every other episode of Shop Ta...2025-03-2730 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with David Clackley from The Clack ShackWhether you're a hobbyist or an aspiring maker, get inspired on this week's Shop Talk episode! Join Jonathan Odom for a conversation with David Clackley—a retired law enforcement officer who traded his badge for a toolbox and never looked back. From woodworking to CNC machining, 3D printing, and laser engraving, David has transformed his pole barn into The Clack Shack—a powerhouse of creativity and innovation. Discover how he turned his passion into a craft, using problem-solving and hands-on making as both a skill and a form of therapy. Tune in and get ready to rethink what’s possib...2025-03-1329 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Kyle Gilham of Cascadia StructuralIn this episode of Shop Talk, Jonathan Odom from Autodesk tours Cascadia Structural Timber Solutions with Product Development Director Kyle Gilham. In this episode we learn how Cascadia uses the Autodesk Fusion platform with Informed Design to bridge the gap between digital manufacturing and architecture. This workflow allows Cascadia to use parametric modeling for highly customizable products, the largest CNC machines you’ve ever seen to fabricate structural members, all while providing clients with Revit customizable families that create the perfect analog to the real thing. With the Fusion Platform and Informed Design, Cascadia is able to reduce production ti...2025-02-1421 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Kyle SpicerWelcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. We give listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. In this episode, we're excited to have Kyle Spicer as our guest!You might know Kyle Spicer as "Spicer Designs" here on YouTube. Like many of us, he worked a traditional 9-5, but was looking for financial flexibility and a better work-life balance. That's how he began creating content focused on metal work, fa...2025-01-3139 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Becky Stern, Round 2!Welcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. We give listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. In this episode, we're excited to have @BeckyStern back on the show!For those who don't know her, Becky is based in New York City and is a maker, content creator, and educator. She has a YouTube channel, a blog, and an online store. She has been in the maker community for a lon...2025-01-2231 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Vladimir Mariano of Desktop MakesIs learning how to design 3D models on your 2025 resolutions but you don’t know where to start? Vladimir Mariano, the instructor at Desktop Makes, wanted to fill the gaps in educational resources by running a maker space in his city and eventually starting his online course. Listen in on Vladimir's passion for creating an accessible space for anyone interested in making things!If you're new to Shop Talk, we're a podcast by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshops. We give listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour th...2025-01-1143 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Dave MiaoHappy Holidays from the Shop Talk team! We're a podcast by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshops. We give listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. For this holiday episode, meet Dave Miao.Coming from Long Island, NY is Dave Miao. His lucrative photo editing business gave him stability, but Miao was in desperate need of creative stimulation. That's when he started teaching himself how to make things— you might recognize his incredibly fun woodworking and 3D printing projects found on social me...2024-12-0527 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Pete SquaredWelcome back to Shop Talk, a podcast by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshop. We're excited to give our listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. Join Jonathon Odom and Pete Squared as they dig deeper into what it means to be a maker and how we can make resources more accessible.Being a creative powerhouse in the entertainment and tech industries isn't enough for Pete Parisi. His love for making things and passion for learning is what led him to...2024-11-0836 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Che-Wei Wang of CW&TWelcome back to Shop Talk, a podcast by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshop. We're excited to give our listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. Right from Brooklyn, we have Che-Wei Wang of CW&T. CW&T is an award-winning design firm based in Brooklyn, New York. Run by partners Che-Wei Wang and Taylor Levy, both have a keen eye for incorporating artistry in functionality. They're dedicated to meticulously engineering products that last several lifetimes. Watch this and ev...2024-10-2835 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Mike Clifford, the Modustrial Maker!Welcome back to Shop Talk, a podcast by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshop. We're excited to give our listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. In this episode, we sit down with Mike Clifford, aka Modustrial Maker, to talk about how he went from a patent attorney to a fulltime maker. Mike Clifford is a content creator and maker here on Youtube. He began his career as an attorney before falling in love with making things. After learning every bit o...2024-10-1038 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Talented Designer Michael DiTullo!Welcome back to Shop Talk, a podcast by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshop. We're excited to give our listeners candid conversations with talented folks who pour their hearts and soul into their craft. In this episode, Jonathon Odom heads to Portland to visit world-class Michael DiTullo in his studio! Michael DiTullo, a renowned industrial designer, has a unique approach to design and prototyping. He shows us a range of past and current projects, from Nike sneakers to acoustic speakers with Carnegie. With his penchant for physical prototyping over d...2024-09-2735 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Joseph WillisWelcome back to Shop Talk, a podcast brought you by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshop. We're excited to give our listeners candid conversations from talented folks who pour their hearts and soul in their craft. Join Johnathon Odom and Joseph Willis in this conversation about 3D printing!Joseph Willis is a 3D printing hobbyist from Philadelphia, Mississippi who has built a sizeable following online sharing tutorials and tips. He's also in a residency program for radiology, where he marries the field of medicine and 3D imaging. With his...2024-09-1238 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Melissa Ramos of M95 MachiningWelcome back to Shop Talk, a podcast brought you by Autodesk Fusion where we hang out with designers and makers live from their workshop. We're excited to give our listeners candid conversations from talented folks who pour their hearts and soul in their craft. In this episode, meet Melissa Ramos of M95 Design.Melissa Ramos is a machinist and business owner. She's a part of the new generation of business leaders that navigates the balance of social media outreach as well as traditional, door-to-door sales. As someone who didn't originally have a background in marketing, Melissa taught...2024-08-2919 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionShop Talk with Logan OlsonWelcome back after summer break to the season premiere of Shop Talk! If you're new here, we're a podcast team at Autodesk Fusion where we connect with designers and makers live from their workshops. In this episode, Autodesker Jonathan Odom travels to Humboldt County, California to visit Logan Olson's shop, Olson Manufacturing, where we get a close tour of his lab.Logan Olson is a renowned designer and the founder of Logan Olson Putters. You might recognize his products in the hands of professional golfers from all over the country. Sit back and explore his shop, learn...2024-08-1538 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionCharlie Pyott, Pyott DesignWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, maker and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Charlie Pyott of PyottDesign !Charlie is an industrial designer who started his YouTube channel to show people the behind-the-scenes process of dev...2024-05-0936 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionPhil VandelayWelcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Phil Vandelay!Phil is a designer, builder, and YouTuber based out of Hamburg, Germany. Whether it's woodworking, machining, we...2024-04-2730 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionBob Clagett, I Like to Make StuffWelcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Bob Clagett, of I Like to Make Stuff. Whether it’s music, websites, software, furniture, vintage scooters or motorcy...2024-04-1635 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionSam Birchenough, BRCHN Design HouseWelcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Sam Birchenough of BRCHN Design House.Sam launched BRCHN Design House over 8 years ago with the goal of pr...2024-03-2932 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionJustin Brouillette, Portland CNCWelcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this first-ever traveling episode of Shop Talk, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom travels to Justin Brouillette of Portland CNC to see his shop!Justin is a content cre...2024-03-1435 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionZack FreedmanWelcome to this episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Zack Freedman.From his Voidstar Labs, Zack uses his background in prototyping to develop electronics (both wearable and no...2024-02-2958 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionFrancis Deslauriers, Unik MetalWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, fabricator and Autodesker Trent Still talks to Francis Deslauriers, founder and CEO of Unik Metal. Unik Metal is a Canadian fabrication studio specializing in a range of custom arc...2024-02-151h 03Shop Talk with Autodesk FusionJohn Saunders, NYCCNC and Saunders Machine WorksWelcome back from the break to the newest episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, machinist and Autodesker Marti Deans speaks with John Saunders of NYC CNC and Saunders Machine Works. If you're a part of...2024-02-0148 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionBecky SternWelcome to the newest episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, maker and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Becky Stern. Becky is based in New York City and is a maker, content creator, and educator. Sh...2024-02-0142 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionRuth Amos, Kids Invent StuffWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. In this special holiday episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Ruth Amos of Kids Invent Stuff. Ruth Amos is an inventor, engineer, and runs the YouTube channel Kids Invent Stuff. After inventing an award-winning disability aid at the tender age of 16, she focused her energy on making sure primary school-aged kids can see themselves in the engineering field. Every month, she takes a kid’s idea and brings it to life on her channel. Note: The...2023-12-1447 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionBrad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That, Live at AU 2023 in Las Vegas!Welcome to Shop Talk, a podcast where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. In this special BONUS episode, maker and Autodesker Luke Mihelcic speaks with Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That! Watch this and every other episode of Shop Talk here: https://autode.sk/4e1XAKT2023-12-0224 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionJames BrutonWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with James Bruton.James is a former toy designer, current YouTube maker and general robotics, electrical and mechanical engineer. He's a fan of DIY and innovating through trial and error. He believes 3D printing can solve most issues and we spend this episode learning more about him and his inventions. Watch this and every other episode of Shop Talk here: https://autode.sk/4e1XAKT2023-12-0239 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionStefan Hermann, CNC KitchenWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Stefan Hermann of CNC Kitchen. Stefan Hermann is a well-known figure in the CNC and 3D printing community as the creator of the popular YouTube channel "CNC Kitchen." On his channel, Stefan shares in-depth reviews, tutorials, and experiments related to CNC machines, 3D printers, and other fabrication tools. He covers topics such as machine calibration, material testing, slicing software, and much more. His content is valuable for both beginners an...2023-11-0150 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionMike Burroughs, StanceworksWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. In this episode, designer, fabricator, and Autodesker Trent Still speaks with Mike Burroughs of Stanceworks. Mike is best known as the editor-in-chief of Stanceworks, an online journal featuring some of the best-modified cars that focus on stance culture. But he’s more than just a writer, photographer, and storyteller—he’s also an accomplished car builder, amateur TimeAttack racer, and authority on 2023-10-2958 minShop Talk with Autodesk FusionXyla FoxlinWelcome to Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Xyla Foxlin. Xyla Foxlin is a mechatronics engineer by trade but influenced by her passion for the arts and working with her...2023-10-0427 min
Shop Talk with Autodesk FusionSpencer Nugent, Sketch a DayWelcome to the premiere episode of Shop Talk, a podcast from the team at Autodesk Fusion 360 where we catch up with designers and makers live from their workshops. Whether you're a Fusion 360 fan curious about what our users are doing or simply looking for something to listen to in your own shop, we’re bringing you candid conversations with talented designers who pour their hearts and souls into their craft. In this episode, designer and Autodesker Jonathan Odom speaks with Spencer Nugent of Sketch a Day. Spencer is living the designer's dream. He makes his living on his...2023-09-2052 min