1 – Introduction to The Wood Whisperer

This video is a simple introduction to The Wood Whisperer, the world’s first woodworking video podcast. What’s this all about? Why should you care? Watch the video and you will have all the answers!!

Category: Miscellaneous

Comments

  1. Awesome!!! I look forward to seeing your videos.

    I’m glad you are doing this, my wife loves this kind of topic.

  2. Great introduction. Welcome to the vlogosphere!

  3. Cool set-up. I’m looking forward to episode 1. Can you throw in some downloadable plans and specs for the projects?

  4. looking forward to the show

  5. Hey, I’m not gonna email in a comment when I can pop one right in your blog! Right now you have blogger set up so that only someone with a blogger account can post a comment. So my first comment is to suggest you open that up so that others can comment and take advantage of link love between vlogs. Second, I want to say Hooray! Another vlogger in Phoenix, finally! I live here too. Do you know any other Phoenix vloggers? We should have a meetup. Third, great job! I haven’t done any woodworking since I made a keyholder in 7th grade shop, but I’ve got tools. So maybe your lessons will give me a push. Thanks for doing this!

  6. Right on! I don’t even have a garage full of tools but I can tell I’ll enjoy watching anyway!

    Looking forward to it!

  7. Marc:

    Enough talk. Those look like neat tools hanging on the wall, let’s see them in action!

    John Leeke

  8. Very pro looking video.

  9. Thanks for the link on WoodNet Forums. You have done a wonderful job putting the first video together. The music, titles, humor and content blend together very comfortably. Steady camera (tripod, I assume) contributes to the perception of professional production values. I’ll keep coming back to see what you develop next.

  10. Hmmm, cool idea. I remember watching some of the PBS shows that had the traditional tools wood worker. I can’t remember the name. He didn’t use any eletronics just original tools.

    I’m not a craftsperson but there is something about handmade furniture and art pieces that has a resonance with me.

    Welcome aboard, vlog on…

    Gena

  11. Thanks for the feedback and the warm welcome everybody!! I really cant wait to get the more videos up there!!

    I fixed the comment setting so now anyone can post. I am new to Blogger and didn’t realize the default setting limits posts to registered users only. Thats just bad for business. :)

    I will get the next video up ASAP, that is if I can stop laughing in front of the camera.

    Thanks again guys.

    Now go build something!

    Marc

  12. Anonymous October 12, 2006

    Thanks (on behalf of those not registered with blogger) for allowing anonymous entries. This is a test to make sure it works.
    Bob350

  13. Marc,

    I love your new vlog! How cool is that? You, of course, are handsome, articulate and intelligent. I can’t wait to see more! I am new to this vlog stuff, but if you make it easy for us wood hacks, then we will be sure to check in. Keep making sawdust and I will keep checking in. Best of luck!

    Gail

  14. Hummingcrow,

    The only other vlogger I know of locally is Israel from Izzy Video. I have a link to his site on my main page. He has some really awesome videos on digital video techniques and he really knows his stuff. Check him out at http://www.izzyvideo.com

  15. Awesome! I used to watch those wood working shows on TV all the time.

    Thanks for making this!

    – Charles

  16. Anonymous October 13, 2006

    great stuff
    bring on the vids
    jedo in Australia

  17. Very Nice! Thanks for the heads up on woodnet.net, I will check back often to see your most recent progress. Great podcast!

  18. Very nice intro video. Your idea holds wonderful promise. Best of luck, I’ll be watching.

  19. Soarthumb October 13, 2006

    Nice vlog you got there Marc. I really enjoy it and I whish you all the best!

  20. PhillyBassMan October 21, 2006

    Wow! To imagine that I knew you before you were a PROFESSIONAL DORK! I know you work really hard in your quest for popularity, so I expect nothing except exceptional work!

  21. No posts from highschool friends please! lol

  22. Trevor Vernon April 13, 2009

    Mark what router table do you have (any pics or plans)or is it a stock item. By the way you’re doing a great job it’s very impressive, it’s great to see young people like you with passion I’ve been in love with wood for most of my 57 years & pro for 38 of’em & you still give me new ways of doing things, that’s what is so great about what we do you can never know all of it & the opportunity to try out something new makes tomorrow in the workshop like waking up on Christmas morning. Thanks keep it up
    Trevor (carpenter U.K.)

    •  
      thewoodwhisperer April 13, 2009

      Unfortunately, I don’t have plans for the router table. I just kind of made it up as I went along. The good news, however, is that a new router table is in my future. This one has been knocked around so much that its literally falling apart. So within the next 6 months or so, I would really like to construct a new one. A nice well thought out design is definitely in order. So keep your eyes open for that one.

      Thanks Trevor!

  23. tom September 24, 2009

    I told someone togo to your site. can i get a prize.

  24. Dan September 30, 2009

    Love the show Marc. Just started a nine month joinery course. Handcut divetails. Good times, learnin’ to love the ol’ Stanley 5 too. Keep it real mandingo

  25. Michael October 2, 2009

    Very informative. I learned a lot. I am a beginner and i think it is great that someone has made it easy for people to get started on woodworking. These videos really give people more convidence in their abilities and are very encouraging. !!!!!!!
    Great Vids!

  26. Frank Kovach February 16, 2010

    Soooooooooooooooo…………….I was just wondering if there is any way for you to track visitors to your site and/or downloaders of your podcast? Have you hit 5,000 yet? I like being able to go back to the beginning (of your podcast I mean) and see you over three years ago saying what you hope to do with it and then analyzing what you have done. I’m still analyzing the data :) but I got to tell you, so far so good! Don’t ever quit, even if you lose all your fans except me! LOL I’m still waiting for an invite to be on your show, by the way! Anyway, just wanted to offer my encouragement and say keep up the good work!

    •  
      thewoodwhisperer February 16, 2010

      Hey thanks Frank. Surprised to see a comment coming in on this old post. :) And what a difference a few years makes eh? I am proud to say that our videos get 5000 downloads within the first day of posting. Usually hitting 40,000 after a month. :)

      And not a chance of me stopping any time soon. You won’t get rid of me that easy! :)

  27. William Chaverri April 21, 2010

    Great job, I find the page looking for some Powermatic tools, start watching your last video and decide to see all since 1 there yet, I hope keep learning from You and this cool place. Thanks

    •  
      thewoodwhisperer April 21, 2010

      We’ve come a long way since this video William. Thanks for stopping by and have fun looking around.

  28. Chad June 17, 2010

    Your podcast is great and really exciting. Thanks alot, man. I just got started in woodworking a few weeks ago and am just loving the spectrum of fun, relaxation and pride that’s coming with it. I’ve only seen three of your shows and I’m already planning on making you my #1 instructor for just the reasons you listed in your introduction (as well as the fact that you just seem like you’ll make this alot of fun).
    Let’s Make Some Sawdust!

    • Frank Kovach June 17, 2010

      It’s a lot of fun, Marc is a great guy, welcome to the gun show, join the guild.

    •  
      thewoodwhisperer June 17, 2010

      Welcome to the fold Chad. Well the good news is you only have about 130 more videos to catch up! :) Seriously though, glad to have you here.
      And thanks Frank for the endorsement. Gun show indeed! :)

  29. Steve Palesch October 11, 2010

    Wow! JUST found the website and am really stoked to get caught up. I’ve browsed the website a bit and look forward to every bit of info. I work out of town, 3 days on (72 hour shifts), 9 days off. Your website is the perfect thing to pass the time, keep the juices flowing and get me all ampted up for my time off. Thanks for your dedication and sharing!!!
    Steve
    p.s.: will join the Guild soon…

  30. Justin October 12, 2010

    Have watched tons of videos already,but never seen the first one till now. Thanks so much for all you do!

  31. Cowboy59 October 12, 2010

    My son and I recently discovered your website. We will be catching up on all your videos.

    Great job.

  32. Dave M. December 6, 2010

    Hello, found your old podcast on cutting boards off youtube. Instantly connected with your style and videos. Believe it or not I have powered thru almost all your videos. Keep up the great work.

    I did make some cutting boards (14) and they will be our guests presents for our family Christmas party we are hosting. I stuck with the long grain version. I did make one end grain but I dont think its as ascetically pleasing as the long grain even though more durable.

    Take care from the newbee in Chicago.

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