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Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto460: Everything Is Going To Be OKThis week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto answer more questions from Patrons for our 10 year anniversary!! What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Your Best Creative Ideas in 4 Steps Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: History Guy Bob’s Pick of the Week: F1 Inspired Model A Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Mattias Garnow Crabtree Creative Michael menedjian Warren Werks Geoff @ The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad’s Custom Creations Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodw...2024-11-011h 21
Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto421: DadThis week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about Jimmy losing his dad, and dads in general. What we’re watching: David Pick of the Week: Workshop Companion Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Dad and Eddie Go To Golden Corral Bob’s Pick of the Week: Beckham Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Crabtree Creative Webb Ranch Specialties Michael menedjian Warren Werks The New Janky Workshop Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY Shawn Beckner Odin Leather Goods Rich at Loen.Design Chad’s Custom Creations Chad from ManCrafting™ WorksBySolo Albers Woodworks Cor...2023-12-011h 12
Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David PicciutoEpisode 339: EGOThis week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about busted pipes and how to be yourself.
What We’re Working On
Jimmy Diresta
Fixed 3 broken water pipes, started a desk build and anvil stand
David Picciuto
Not doing anything.. intentionally taking a break
Bob Clagett
Making a “The New Tusken Workshop” sign for Brian Kesinger
Links:
What we’re watching:
David Pick of the Week: $1,000,000 Workshop tour / Colin and Samir
Jimmy’s Pick of the Wee...2022-01-211h 08
Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David PicciutoEpisode 337: Embrace your inner crotchety old manThis week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about the new year and shorts.
What We’re Working On
Jimmy Diresta
Finished the trailer!!
David Picciuto
Got to ride in a helicopter!
Bob Clagett
Got a dog!
Links:
What we’re watching:
David Pick of the Week: Nate from the Internet / Paul Jackman Calendar
Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Lesics
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Bobby Duke – Picture Frame
Sp...2022-01-111h 05
Personal Branding SecretsWhat to do when you don't know what to do*Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!*This episode was recorded on the go.2021-12-0106 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to build your brand from scratch*Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!*This episode was recorded on the go.2021-11-2907 minPersonal Branding SecretsEthos, Pathos, Logos explained*If you want to build your brand, but you don't know what "Ethos, Pathos, Logos" stand for and how you can leverage "Ethos, Pathos, Logos" to your advantage, this is a MUST LISTEN!Please share this with someone that you want to see succeed in building their personal brand. They will thank you for it!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next...2021-11-0108 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to find your Values*If you want to build your personal brand, it's important for people to know what you stand for! To know what you believe in. The problem is, a lot of people don't exactly know what their values are anymore and what they stand for in today's world. There is however a way, how you can find your values, which is a critical part of letting the world know what you're about. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM...2021-10-2909 minPersonal Branding SecretsAre you having a hard time building your personal brand? Don't waiver*Just because you have not achieved the success you want in your career and others on the Gram, Snap, TikTok or LinkedIn seem to achieve their goals, doesn't mean you should waiver. This doesn't mean you should let go of your dream and lower your expectations. You will face challenges as you build your brand and you are posting your content for the world to see and judge, but how do you face these challenges head-on? Find out in this episode! Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you...2021-10-2706 minPersonal Branding SecretsEasy come, easy go* #richshortsYou've got a dream and you're on that grind! I'm proud of you for that. No, you haven't reached your full potential yet and you're nowhere near satisfied. You're on that slow grind, not meaning you're grinding slow, but it just takes time. Is that a bad thing? Easy come, easy go and you're a Born Winner that's in it for the long haul! Share this with anyone that you know, that has a dream and wants to achieve greatness, but hasn't yet achieved their goals. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share a...2021-10-2502 minPersonal Branding SecretsDon't be ashamed of your dream* #richshortsWe get so caught up in people's IG Stories, that it seems as if everyone is achieving all of these grandiose things. It almost makes you not want to share your dream, because it seems rather small. This episode is your sign, that you should never be ashamed of your dream and it will tell you WHY. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next l...2021-10-2202 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to be more happy and positive #richshortsThe ultimate form of success if being happy and I hope you're in that space right now. With everything going on in this fast paced and constantly changing world, chances are it's affecting your happiness. Check out this episode for some happiness hacks :-) and please share it with someone that NEEDS this! Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!This i...2021-10-2002 minPersonal Branding SecretsDon't give up when times are tough #richshortsThis episode is for anyone who is going through a tough time on their journey to greatness. In your down and out moments, when you feel there is no hope, there are ways to get through that. Share this with anyone that should hear it, thank you so much!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!This is a #richshorts episode...2021-10-1803 minPersonal Branding SecretsThe power of speaking your truth* #richshortsIf you want to build a strong personal brand, you have to speak your truth. Check out this episode to find out HOW and WHY it matters so much!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level! This is a #richshorts episode, so you can check out the best possible content I can give you, in the least amount of time!2021-10-1502 minPersonal Branding SecretsFrom good to greatIf you're reading this, it means you have the desire somewhere inside of you to go from good to great. In this episode I'll share my insights on how you can go level up from good to great! A classic Personal Branding Secrets episode for everyone that wants to be the best they can possibly be. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!2021-10-1310 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhy you should always stay true to your values #richshortsIn a world with so many people that lose their values and moral compass, just an honest question; "Are you staying true to your values?" Check out this special episode to find out why you should always stay true to your values. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!2021-10-1105 minPersonal Branding SecretsEverything you need to know about brandingIf you're serious about building your personal brand, you have to first understand branding. In this episode, I will break down everything you need to know about branding from a strategic level, but I also go into the nitty-gritty of branding. This is branding 101, this is everything you need to know about branding. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!2021-10-0811 minPersonal Branding SecretsYou're better than you think #richshortsIf you're at the beginning of your career and you're feeling insecure about the skills or value that you can bring to an organization, you need to hear this one! Also, please share this episode with someone you care about that is insecure and still wants to pursue his/her dreams. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!2021-10-0402 minPersonal Branding SecretsBest content strategy ever*How come that some people have the best content to put on their socials or the best content for their podcast, while others can't come up with the right content ideas, at all? If you want to have great content, you need to have a content strategy. Check out this classic episode, if you want to find out how to build your content strategy, the right way!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me...2021-10-0115 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhy you should never give up on your dreams #richshortsIf you've got a heartbeat and a dream, this episode is for you!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!2021-09-2904 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhats more important than engagement? #richshortsHave you ever looked at your likes and thought; "I wish I had more likes?" "I wish my engagement was better!". People become so focused on the engagement on our social media, it's becoming an obsession. But let me tell you; there is 1 thing that's even more important than engagement! Find out in this #richshort episode and PLS share this with someone that HAS to hear this. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want t...2021-09-2702 minPersonal Branding SecretsThe secret to success - Working with Kobe BryantKOBE! KOBE! KOBE!In today's episode, I share what I've learned over the last decade or so, by working closely with some of the world's biggest stars including Kobe Bryant. This is a classic storytelling episode, which is not only highly entertaining but also filled with invaluable insights, that can help you to succeed in life. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!2021-09-2419 minPersonal Branding SecretsDon’t be mad, be inspired* #richshortsHow do you not get mad, when you haven't achieved the goals you want to achieve, and you see somebody else doing really well? How do you turn that feeling of envy/jealousy into feeling inspired to go after your own goals even harder? Check this #richshorts episode to find out! Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!*This episode was r...2021-09-2205 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to sell yourselfHave you ever wondered why some people are able to get any job they want, get a sponsorship deal, get signed, get a distribution deal, have offers from several schools or companies, and so on and so on? They have mastered the art of "selling themselves". If you want to be in the position to choose where you want to go, instead of hoping where you can go, listen to this classic episode of Personal Branding Secrets!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done...2021-09-2007 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhy you should follow your passion #richshortsShould you follow your passion? Or should you do whatever pays you the most? In just over 3 minutes, I'll break it down for you, so make sure you check this one out!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me if you want to take your brand to the next level!#richshorts2021-09-1703 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to get paid as an artistIf you're a real artist, you're not driven by money. Making music is what you love to do and the money is secondary! That's exactly why people can take advantage of you and probably have taken advantage of you in the past. In this episode, I'll share how you can still love what you do and make sure that you're getting paid to love what you do. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. Follow me @realrichloen on Instagram and DM me...2021-09-1516 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to find your purpose #richshortsIt would be such a waste of your life if you found your purpose when you're 87 years old. It would be even worse if you never found it at all. Yet that's what happens to most people in the world. If you want to find your purpose, check out the first #richshorts episode from Personal Branding Secrets. As you've got things to do and places to go, I wanted to keep this episode short and fresh, and there will be more #richshorts coming up. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast i...2021-09-1304 minPersonal Branding SecretsYou don't have to be good to be great!One of the biggest misconceptions is that most people are average, some really suck and a tiny percentage is great. In this episode, I’ll share how you can be great, even if you believe you're just good or even when you think you suck. PS; you can be great, find out how in this episode. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-09-1009 minPersonal Branding SecretsKanye West - Donda release strategy*In this episode I will break down the heavily anticipated Donda release of Kanye West and why the release has been so successful. A strategy you can also apply, whether you're releasing an album, ep, book, or whatever creative piece you want to share with the world. This strategy works. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!*This episode was recorded outside. 2021-09-0615 min
Personal Branding SecretsWhy is it important to be authentic?Is it important? Does it even matter in a world where nearly everything is fake? Find out in this classic episode of PBS!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-3005 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to find your purposeHave you found your purpose in life? Are you not sure? These are pretty big questions to ask yourself and it can be quite daunting, to figure this out. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my insights with you, that will help you to find your purpose or at the bare minimum get you on the right track. Can't wait to see you shine, can't wait to see you on top! Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen w...2021-08-3007 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to make it in the music industryAfter working in the music industry, on and off, for 10 years I've discovered what makes artists successful and I'm sharing some of my insights in this episode. If you want to make it in the music industry, check out this episode. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-3009 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to record a video with confidenceIn this episode, I reveal 3 ways, plus 2 bonus tips on how you can record a video with confidence. According to Streaming Media, video viewing will account for 82% of all internet traffic in 2022. So if you want to show up on video with confidence and win people's trust, check out this episode. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-3009 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhy you should build your brand*Should you do it or should you not do it. Blue pill or red pill. What is it going to be? Will you build your brand, like "everyone" is trying to do nowadays, or do you feel it's just not your thing? Check out this episode to find out why you should build your brand. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!*This episode was r...2021-08-2908 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to find your voice*How do you find your voice in life? Are you going to be upbeat and energized? Layback and relaxed? Straight to the point? How do you present yourself on different social media platforms and still have the right (tone of) voice at all times? Find out in this episode!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!*This episode was recorded on the go.2021-08-2808 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhy you should listen to this podcastPersonal Branding Secrets is a brand new podcast! So what? Who cares? Well, listen and find out. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-2804 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to get more followers on Instagram*Find out how to get more followers on Instagram in a time where it seems nearly impossible to grow organically. But nothing's impossible, so here is that secret sauce, let's go!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!*This episode was recorded on the go.2021-08-2810 minPersonal Branding SecretsWhat is personal branding?*If you ever wanted to know what personal branding is about and to understand it from a Strategic, Birds-ey, and Deeper level point, this is your opportunity to find out. Dive in this "on the go" podcast where I share some of my secrets with you!Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!*This episode was recorded on the go.2021-08-2806 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to grow on Instagram*A must-listen for everyone that wants to grow on Instagram! Enjoy and take action! Let me know your thoughts and please like, follow, share and subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!*This episode was recorded on the go.2021-08-2809 minPersonal Branding SecretsHow to find yourself again when you feel lostJust because you feel lost right now, doesn't mean all hope is lost. This episode is for everyone that's ever felt lost in life. Hope this episode gives you a sense of direction and the ten tips will help you get to a better place mentally, physically, and spiritually. As this is quite a serious one and lots of people have gone through a struggle in the last two years, please make sure to seek professional help if you need it. To connect with me, DM Me! @realrichloen where I would love to hear your story!2021-08-2819 minPersonal Branding SecretsBe unapologetically youIn this episode I’ll share a hack how you can be yourself completely, how you can feel good in your own skin and how you can show your true self to the world.Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-2709 min
Personal Branding SecretsWhy finding your voice is importantFinding your voice might be one of the most important things you will ever do. But why? It’s not what you might think, but if you want to make your voice heard, this is a must-listen.Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-2716 min
Personal Branding SecretsPersonal Branding FundamentalsToday's episode is a classic segment from Personal Branding Secrets, where I discuss 10 personal branding fundamentals that must get right to build your personal brand and level up. Like sports, you must get the fundamentals right if you want to have long-term success. Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please subscribe to this podcast if you haven't done so already. DM Me! @realrichloen where I spend 30 minutes every day connecting with Born Winners like you!2021-08-2616 minPersonal Branding SecretsPersonal Branding Secrets TrailerEverything is a brand right now! Check out the trailer to find out why you should take advantage of the incredible opportunity to build your personal brand.2021-08-2600 min
Off HoursOver-polished BevelChris and Jon continue their discussion of finishing techniques, as well as custom tools, and specialized work holding techniques.
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Straight Line Engine Turning An introduction to the art, by Roger W. Smith
8mm Watchmaker’s Lathe
David Lindow
A unique & me...2021-07-2700 min
Off HoursMill of TheseusChris and Jon are back recording after lockdown. They discuss the first-documented watch produced in Canada, which Jon recently performed some conservation work on, Chris’ many machine woes, and what constitutes a perfect finish.
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Compliant Mechanisms
Bistability
Chaykin Minotaur Wristwatch Ko...2021-07-1300 min
Off HoursHigh-end ArtChris and Jon discuss case making ideas and techniques, Christian Lass’ prototype reveal, and Dufour’s phenomenal success at auction. Plus Off Hours merch is now available
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Paul Burberry on Instagram
Paul Burberry on Off Hours
SIHH 2019 The episode in whic...2020-12-0100 min
Off HoursA Relatively Primitive SetupJon Chris discuss the first chips made on Project Minotaur, using the new wobble stick, and what the next steps are in the process of making their first watch caliber.
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Rich Loen of Loen Design
Q-Switching A technique for producing...2020-11-0300 min
Off HoursThe Hero EggChris and Jon follow up on a number of topics old and new, including Christian Lass’ new movement, Ferdinand Berthoud’s FB 2RE, fumé dials, the “Faberge Egg” of Octopussy, as well as some new tools Chris has been making.
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Free-spru...2020-10-2000 min
To Agility And BeyondEpisode 26 - Dine øjenlåg bliver tunge. Fra nu af hyrer du kun fuldtids-Scrum MastersKære leder. Denne episode er til dig. Vi har et budskab. Vi ser det alt for tit: To teams til én Scrum Master. En junior-Scrum Master. En deltids-Scrum Master. Scrum Master-rollen bliver undervurderet og spredt alt for tyndt ud. I denne episode plæderer Ole og Katrine for Scrum Master-TANDSMØR. Jo mere du investerer i fuldtids-Scrum Masters og kompetenceudvikler røven ud af bukserne på dem, jo mere agil transformation og forretningsværdi får du. Faktisk får du installeret bæredygtig agil kapabilitet i selve maven af din organisation og slipper for at hyre eksterne agile kons...2020-07-0339 min
Off HoursIt Was Utterly Terrifying
It is yearly theme time again. Chris and Jon discuss how successful 2019’s themes were, what their 2020 themes are, and an update on Chris’ shop move.
My Chaos is Self-imposed Last year’s ‘Yearly Themes’ episode
Silver Hand Youtube Channel
Loen Design YouTube Channel
Rich Loen
WorkbenchCon Chris & Rich will be attending WorkbenchCon in Atlanta next month
Jimmy DiResta
2020-01-2843 min
Off HoursStuck on RunwaysChris and Jon continue discussing Chris’ month of travel. This episode they discuss Makers Central and the Santa Fe Symposium.
Birmingham Jewellery Quarter
Makers Central Chris recently exhibited at Makers Central with his good friend, Rich Loen
Loen Design
Vectric Vectric helped make it possible for Rich & Chris to showcase at Makers Central
CNC Mill Kit The kit that Rich based his new puck carving mill off of
MAKE Magazine & Maker Faire Shutting Down
Dale Dougherty Founder of MAKE
NSNorth A conference Jon attended while Chris was on the other side of the pond
Ken Kocienda One of th...2019-06-1847 min
Off HoursYou Don't Have Anywhere to HideChris and Jon discuss some of the interesting dials Chris is using for inspiration in his own watches.
Ball Screws Chris upgraded his TAIG mill with ball screws
TAIG Mill
Rich Loen Chris & Rich recently gave another presentation on building your own CNC machine
Mach 3 CNC software
Fusion 360 The software Chris has been using to model his watch case designs
Rhino3D The 3D modelling software Chris has used to model a number of his pen designs
RhinoCAM A CAM plug-in for Rhino3D
Flow along surface A technique in Rhino3D that Chris uses to wrap a...2019-03-261h 03
Off HoursA Post-Apocalyptic ThingChris and Jon are joined by Rich Loen to discuss Gary Hustwit’s latest design documentary, Rams.
Rams The latest design documentary by Gary Hustwit, focused on the life & work of Dieter Rams, is now out
10 Principles of Design Rams’ Ten Principles of Design as portrayed in the Rams documentary
Jony Ive Chief Design Officer at Apple
Dieter Rams: As Little Design as Possible by Sophie Lovell, with an introduction by Jony Ive
Ansel Adams The photography of Ansel Adams
Silver Hand Studios Chris’ pens
MakeX M-Jewelry The 3D printer Chris is using for his watch case designs
LIGA A...2019-02-2654 min
Off HoursThe Lord ChancellorPrecision, accuracy, and a smattering of etymology. Chris and Jon discuss Simon Winchester’s latest book, The Perfectionists.
• The Perfectionists A new book that traces the impact that ever increasing levels of accuracy have had on our world, from the industrial revolution, through to the digital age
• Ned Ludd An English weaver, from whom the term “luddite” was derived
• Bokeh The blur that occurs when an object within a photograph does not fall inside the bounds of the lens’s depth of field
• Leica The camera division of Germany’s Leica Microsystems
...2018-08-1441 min
Off HoursKicked Out by RoyaltyChris recently returned from Makers Central in the United Kingdom. He and Jon chat about what he got up to there—and elsewhere—with friend of the show, Rich Loen.
Rich Loen
Entrepreneur & maker, Rich Loen, with his CNC puck carving millloen.design
Makers Central
Chris & Rich were in Birmingham for Makers Central 2018makerscentral.co.uk
The Goldsmiths Company
Chris & Rich paid a visit to the Goldsmiths Hall in Londonthegoldsmiths.co.uk
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Off HoursFinite ResourcesWhat to do when you don’t have infinite time. Jon and Chris talk about choosing projects worth pursuing, saying no, and what’s in store for year ahead.
Phil Poirier
Phil is an adept engine turnergphilpoirier.com
James Binnion
Jim specializes in mokume-ganemokume-gane.com
Chris Ploof
Chris specializes in working with Damascuschrisploof.com
Rich Loen
Entrepeneur, maker, & friend of the show, Rich Loen, has helped Chris hash out many problems over...2018-01-3055 min