Episodes

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Robin Clevett looks into the proposed reforms to appentieshoips once again. Guests include: James Filus from the Institute of Carpenters/Director of the National Association of Shopfitters & Interior Contractors and Carl Shaw - Assistant Principal at Tameside College.

Dec 8

Robin Clevett is joined by Derek Barrett from Derek Barrett Design to discuss his experiences in the trade and his approach to running his business. Derek talks about why he decides to create a lot of what he's working with in-house, Derek also talks about finding & training people to work with him, experiences on social media, use of technology & more.

Dec 1

Robin Clevett looks into what's currently happening with regards to Skills England's plans to reduce apprenticeships to just 8 months in duration. Robin shares his initial reaction and talks to Helen Hewitt, CEO of the British Woodworking Federation. The BWF have formed a coalition with other trade bodies to fight against planned reforms and talks in detail about the journey they've been on with this and why it would be such a bad decision.

Nov 24

Samuel Gough and Nathan McCartney from GM Haus return to share some thoughts about the wider industry and talk more about their working practices. Robin also asks them to take part in some fill in the blank and word association exercises about the trade.

Nov 17

Robin Clevett is joined by Nathan McCartney & Samuel Gough about their Cornwall based business GM Haus, the projects they take on and the success they've experienced over the past four or five years. Samuel and Nathan talk about their upbringing and family legacy in construction as well as learning their craft and going into business together. There's also conversations about subbies, notable projects and the day to day of running GM Haus.

Nov 10

Robin Clevett talks to Carpenters about their best and worst all-time jobs and what some of the worst individual days and moments on the tools as well. Guests: John Argyle, Jason Joyce & Sean Matthews.

Nov 3

Robin Clevett looks into how well Carpenters are getting their heads around all the changes to reporting that are coming with 'Making Tax Digital. Robin invites Derek Barrett, a well experienced and organised business owner onto the show so that he can explain his approach. Robin also talks to his Nephew (Josh Richards) who is a younger limited business owner, so that he can ask him about the digital aspects of reporting and sees what he can learn from the current or 'with it' generation, as Robin puts it.

Oct 27

Robin Clevett talks to Carpenters, David Byrne & Jay Elliott to find out how business has been for them, after checking in at the start of the year. David and Jay talk about the aspects of the trade they've had success with, what had been challenging and how they'll finish off the year as well as plans for 2026. Robin also talk to Australian Carpenter, Frank Schipano about how his Carpentry tour across europe in 2025 has been, as he reaches the end and plans to return to Australia.

Oct 20

Robin Clevett talks to Carpenter and Woodworking Enthusiast, Richard Wagner about the variety of niches he's taken on and experiened within the trade. Richard talks about theatre set building, high rope course design and the work he's put into a boat.

Oct 13

Robin Clevett invites Adam Foster, who is a plumber by trade, to join him and talk about his amazing water tower conversion, which is still ongoing and was featured on Grand Designs. Adam talks about the Carpentry skills he’s self taught and developed on the project, Robin gets into what he loves about this conversion and more!

Oct 6

Robin Clevett is joined at Festool in Bury St Edmonds by Jade McDonald and her partner Kyle Sutherland to discuss their experiences working together in the trade. Jade talks about how she started getting involved, what learning from Kyle is like, the unique business opportunity their working relationship can become and more!

Sep 29

Robin Clevett is joined at Festool in Bury St Edmonds by Emily Kitchin AKA Chippie Em. Emily talks about her interesting route into the industry that saw her find a passion and career in Carpentry after many different experiences in the building trade. Emily talks about developing skills, her working styles, notable projects and her journey on social media.

Sep 22

Robin Clevett invites Jack Auletta, a top quality builder local to him in Surrey, to join him in the studio and discuss the construction industry as a whole. Robin and Jack discuss rates of pay, approach to managing a business, the positive changes in the industry, what is slowing down building work more than it should and where more support for the trade needs to come from.

Sep 15

Robin Clevett is joined by Steven Hoare (109 Carpentry) to discuss his experiences being employed in the trade for decades, his favourite tools as well as new kit he's planning to try out. Steven also touches on his home renovation, which is reaching it's final stages and talks about experiences at Fix Fest.

Sep 8

Robin Clevett is joined by British Carpenter, Matthew Lane, who is based in Kentucky to discuss his current experiences with timber cost, availability and quality. Matt also talks about how tax works there, Health & safety and some of the projects he's completed since last appearing on the show.

Sep 1

Victoria Pirozzolo, known online as @vpcarpentryandinstallations joins Robin Clevett to share her story and experiences as a first year apprentice. Victoria explains how she got her apprenticeship with Wickes, Learning her skills, the work she's taken on so far and what her plans for the future involve.

Aug 18

Robin Clevett is joined by guests from the world of timber engineering and timber frame construction to discuss why only 10% of England's new build stock has been constructed using timber frame and whether we could and should do more. Guests include: Andrew Waugh from Waugh Thistleton Architects & Ian Garbutt from Cartledge Timber Frame Ltd.

Aug 11

Robin Clevett is joined by guests to talk about some of their worst injuries and accidents suffered while working on the tools. They also talk about witnessing accidents, close calls and times where other people put you in danger. Guests include: Andrew Walker (AW Maker), Brad Hanson (Bald Builders) & Liam McGinley (McGinley's Cabinets & Carpentry)

Aug 4

Robin Clevett is joined in the studio by 8th generation Carpenter & Joiner, Allen Burt. Allen talks about his background in digital technology and how that's influenced his approach in the trade. Allen talks about getting future generations interested and hands on with the craft, his work, tools and more!

Jul 28

Robin Clevett looks into handling conflict. Robin talks to a range of guests from the construction industry about how they handle disagreements, frustrating situations, arguments and full on fist fights. Guests include: John Argyle, Jack Auletta & Dan Tempest.

Jul 21

Robin Clevett talks to three well accomplished Carpenters and gets some of their best new and all-time tips, tricks and advice. Guests include: Allen Burt, Jason Joyce & Gary Banks

Jul 14

Robin Clevett gets an in depth insight into what happens at a car boot sale bust with regards to the re-sale of stolen tools, he asks who the people selling stolen tools are, how they operate, what next in the crusade against this and who should be doing more about it. Robin also explores a viral story where builders confronted thieves as they were stealing tools and what happened next. Guests: Shoaib Awan & Paul Underwood

Jul 7

Scott Taylor from Taylor's Joinery & Plastics joins Robin Clevett to talk about his 19 years of experiences in Gambia, Africa where he's been helping out Schools. Scott talks about how he first got involved, what led to having to build a school from the ground up, the approach to doing so with local labour and being honoured at a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.

Jun 30

Robin Clevett talks to award winning Carpenter, Joshua Lewis about his experiences with the family business and journey as well as winning two awards from On The Tools. Joshua talks about why he wouldn't take on apprentice currently and also touches on his experiences with his younger brother on site.

Jun 23

Robin Clevett sat down at Festool in Bury St Edmonds for a chat with Oli Lee (With Bear Hands UK) about his incredible work in outdoor spaces across the UK. Oli talks about some notable treehouse and cabin builds he's completed, he discusses where his passion for creation came from and how he works with an ever evolving plan on each build

Jun 16

Robin Clevett is joined by two previous guests, who joined him on the show years ago, so that he can find out how their skills have progressed and what their experiences have been like since they first came on the show. Robin talks to Chris Keel and catches up with him five years after having won 'Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2020'. Robin also talks to Terry 'Tel' George, known as Moo's Carpentry on Instagram. Terry interviewed Robin on the show at the end of lockdown and since then has some incredible stories to tell about the celebrities showing interest in his woodwork

Jun 9

Robin Clevett is joined by women from the trade in the UK who are undoubtedly trailblazing their way into a male dominated industry and having tremendous success doing so. Robin talks to Jade McDonald, about her experiences learning skills and why there might be fewer women in Carpentry/Joinery than other trades within construction. Robin chats with Lisa Tisor, who works closely with friend of the show John Argyle. Lisa talks about how she got started, experiences working with John and the enjoyment of working with timber. Finally, Emily Kitchin AKA Chippy Em Building & Carpentry discusses setting up an all female construction company as well as her experiences on the tools and plans for the future

Jun 2

Robin Clevett is joined by fellow Fix Radio presenter and DIY SOS cast member, Chris Frediani to discuss protecting the reputation of tradespeople and whether a proper licensing system brought in by the FMB would work. Robin plays some case studies of the public being ripped off by rogue traders in construction and discusses what went wrong as well as the lessons to be learnt

May 19

Robin Clevett answers some frequently asked questions that he gets through his social media, via the show and his YouTube channel

May 12

Robin Clevett attends the Craft of Carpentry Exhibition at Japan House in London and witnesses a thousand years of craft and engineering from Japanese society. Robin is joined by fellow Carpenter and right hand man, Ed Harris as they discuss the craft on show and apply their skills and understanding to what the Japanese do with wood. Robin also introduces Carpenter Joshua Lewis and catches up with award winning Australian Carpenter, Frank Schipano, who has been working in Amsterdam since he was last on the show

Apr 28

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenters to discuss their toughest jobs and experiences on the tools that have really challenged them. Guests include: Oli Lee (With Bear Hands), Allen Burt (8th Generation Carpenter) & Festool influencer, Gary Banks

Apr 21

Robin Clevett visits Champion Timber in Dorking to find out what's going on with the latest costs, availability and trends in the marketplace. Robin has a quote from the same Timber Yard, ten years apart, so that he can compare the price. Terry McDermott also gives Robin a tour of the yard and discusses the range of products on offer

Apr 14

Robin Clevett joins Jack Auletta and his team at a rural ongoing building project in the Surrey Hills. Jack gives Robin a guide around the site and talks about his history with the project. Robin and Jack look at the materials used and Robin talks to the guys on-site

Apr 7

During Robin Clevett's recent visit to Festool in Bury St Edmonds, Robin sat down with Head of Construction at Tameside College Dean Donelon, so that Dean could ask Robin his thoughts on how the trade is taught, what he would like apprentices to be taught, insight into his career and advice for those joining the trade

Mar 31

Robin Clevett is joined by Frank Schipano, An Australian Carpenter who has a unique opportunity to shadow Carpenters around Europe and has recently been working with Robin here in the UK. Frank talks about the family business back in Melbourne, the differences and similarities in working here compared to Australia, materials, working with Robin on-site recently and more

Mar 24

Robin Clevett goes to Festool HQ in Bury St Edmonds so that he can sit down and conduct a Q&A session with students from Tameside College. The students ask Robin questions about his career, thoughts on the trade, the tools he uses, social media and more

Mar 17

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenters so that he can find out how business has been for the first quarter of 2025 and what the next two quarters will be like. Guests include: Jon Randal, Allen Burt & Jay Elliott

Mar 10

Robin Clevett invites guests on to find out what the latest is with regards to challenges with tool theft faced by tradespeople and progress on tackling the issue. Robin talks to Carpenter, Paul Underwood about his recent tool theft experiences and Shoaib Awan, Organiser of the recent tool theft rallies outside Parliament, joins Robin to discuss what he's been up to with the re-sale of stolen tools and the next steps in lobbying the government and police force

Mar 3

Robin Clevett has guests join him to discuss the evolution of hand tools to where we're at in 2025 with power tools. Robin ponders whether it's changed the trade for better, worse and how the relationship with tools has evolved along with the tools themselves over the years... Guests include: Lee Butterworth (Rustic Realities) & Marc Firkins

Feb 24

After talking about getting back to basics, I'm Robin talks about taking risks with your business and the rewards you might reap as a result. Guests include: Jack Auletta & Andrew Walker (AW Maker)

Feb 17

Robin Clevett talks about accidents and resulting injuries that can be commonplace in the trade. Robin has Micheal Davies from Saw Stop drop in to share some surprising stats and discuss safety. Robin also talks with Carpenter Karlen Offen about some of the more dangerous elements of his work outdoors and Woodworker, Jacob Bell joins to discuss safety and injuries sustained using hand tools and power tools

Feb 10

Robin Clevett chats with a range of guests from the world of Carpentry about the importance of getting back to basics and not resting on your laurels when running a buiness. Guests include: Dan Brown (invtentor of the U-Scribe Jig) & Award Winning Carpenter, Sean Matthews

Feb 3

Robin Clevett talks about how you can maximise your productivity. Robin invites guests to join him and share their insight into how they've gone about making tweaks and improvements to their working practices. Guests include: John Argyle & Derek Barrett

Jan 27

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenters who have had a range of experiences with regards to the online space so that they can share them and talk about the good and bad aspects of social media in the construction industry. Guests include: David Byrne, Gary Banks & John Penny

Jan 20

Robin Clevett looks at the recent scrapping of the T-Level qualification and what it means for those teaching the trade. Dean Donelon, Head of Construction at Tameside College joins the discussion to give his thoughts on why the T-Level wasn't right for teaching the trade and where we go from here

Jan 13

Robin Clevett is joined by Mike Dennis, A Carpenter that worked for years with a team from around the world to restore Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, after it was devestated by a fire in 2019. Mike talks about his amazing journey that led him to working on this once in a lifetime project, talks about the methods, skills, materials, tools and organisation that went into the re-built and much more

Jan 6

Robin Clevett invites two Carpenters to join him and discuss their plans for the coming year and Robin also shares his vision for himself professionally in 2025. Guests include: Jay Elliott from Carpentry By Jay & Adrian Potts

Dec 9, 2024

Robin Clevett follows up his recent look into Passivhaus construction with Mike Whitfield & Finley Simpson from MW Construction. Mike has completed over 25 Passivhaus projects and Finley has joined him four years ago, with a scope to take on the business in the near future. They discuss the challenges, the enjoyable aspects of Passivhaus builds, why it might be worth looking into a specialism and what the future holds of Passivhaus builds here in the UK

Dec 2, 2024

Robin Clevett goes to Skillbuild 2024 in Milton Keynes to see the best apprentices & students in the UK compete against one another in their trade. Robin guides you through the floor of the competition with all the zones for each trade, He talks to a competitor in the Joinery category, Tibby Singh who is judging once again has a chat with Robin and much more!

Nov 25, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Tabitha Binding from the Passivhaus Trust to discuss getting into Passivhaus and why it could be a great opportunity for Carpenters and Joiners. Tabitha and Robin talk about the training, the materials, construction methods, sustainability and more

Nov 18, 2024

Robin Clevett gives you a guide to taking payments. Robin invites fellow Carpenters to join him and discuss their approach to taking payments and what they've learnt from previous experiences with customers. Robin also shares his own approach and gives plenty of advice for anyone new to this or struggling to deal with customers with regards to getting paid. Guests include: Dan Brown & Gavin Tutton

Nov 11, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Karlan Offen from JK Fencing & Construction, a family run business in Maidstone. Robin met Karlan at a builders merchants and was really impressed by his business management and the quality of work he completes in gardens for his customers. Robin talks to Karlan about his experiences running the business and the success and challenges he's had

Nov 4, 2024

Robin Clevett invites three guests, who have all set up their businesses in the last few years, to join him and discuss their experiences. Robin is keen to know how different it is setting up in the 2020s compared to how he and many of you set up, all those years ago. There's also some tips and insight for those of you considering doing the same. Guests include: Max Lee from Pitch Perfect, Jay Elliott from Carpentry By Jay & Lee Butterworth from Rustic Realities

Oct 28, 2024

Robin Clevett invites three Carpenters to join him so that he can pose the question 'If you had £10k to spend on _____ - what would you buy?'. Robin asks about vans, tools, spending on the business, charitable acts, spending on training and more. Guests include: Jason Joyce, Sam Thomas & Steven Hoare

Oct 21, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Dean Donelon, Head of Construction at Tameside College so that they can discuss the current route apprentices take through college, how they are taught, accessed and the positives of bringing an apprentice from college onto site with you. Dean also touches on recent comments made around apprenticeships from the Education Minister and appeals to you to consider teaching the trade at some point in your career

Oct 14, 2024

How do you start to take on larger and more ambitious projects? How do you get your costs right and avoid taking on too much risk? And what are the rewards for doing so? Robin Clevett is joined by Mike Pawley from the Mayflower Group to discuss financing larger scale projects and show regular, Jack Auletta tells the story of how he went from Electrical Contractor to taking on larger scale building work

Oct 7, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by three show regulars to discuss workwear and get some tips and insight into how they approach this. Robin asks about branding, seasonal workwear, protective workwear and kitting out those that work with you in appropriate workwear as well. Guests include: John Argyle, Sean Matthews & Jack Auletta

Sep 30, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Matthew Lane, a British ex-pat Carpenter currently living and working in Kentucky. Matt talks about how he set up there, what the work is like, the cultural differences in how the trades work in America compared to the UK

Sep 23, 2024

Well known and accomplished Carpenter, Gary Banks joins Robin Clevett at Festool in Bury St Edmonds for a chat about his career, the tools he uses, his workshop, projects he takes on, technology and the challenges that he's faced as a Carpenter too

Sep 16, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Adrian Potts for a discussion recorded at Festool in Bury St Edmonds. Adrian is a self described digital carpenter and talks about his use of CAD, CNC Machines, Laser, 3D and digital print technology. Robin and Adrian also talk about how some of this technology will be much more commonly used by tradespeople in the coming years

Sep 9, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Quantity Surveyor Tim Philips to discuss how to approach working with QS both on larger scale projects and also at the start of the planning phases. Robin also asks Tim for advice on how Carpenters & Tradespeople can better QS their own projects. Robin is also joined by Connor Price from Price My Project to discuss working with a Quantity Surveyor throughout the building phases and also how contractors and sole traders of all size and description can bring a QS in to assist with their projects

Sep 2, 2024

Robin Clevett chats with an Architect (Steve Wilkinson, James Gorst Architects) who oversaw the design and construction of the New Temple Complex Which won a Wood Award for 'Best New Timber Building'. Robin asks about the design phases, how the construction unfolded, how Steve worked with the contractors, carpenters and joiners on all stages of the project and also reflects on working with architects as well

Aug 26, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by three well known and respected members of the trade to give some tips, tricks and advice. There's something for the novices as well as the most experienced and knowledgeable Carpenters and Joiners

Aug 19, 2024

Robin Clevett talks to Henry Thompson from Thompson Timberworks about a notable and award winning project he's completed in the garden. Henry talks about getting involved with the design phases for the first time, construction of the project and also touches on work completing playgrounds as well

Aug 12, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by two Carpenters who have changed their businesses to bring garden rooms into the heart of what they do. Robin asks what the oppertunities they've spotted are, how they bring the work in, the nature of the work and Robin also talks about his vast experience in taking on garden rooms first hand. Guests include: David Byrne & Shayde Farmery

Aug 5, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by three Carpenters who do various different aspects of work outside, particularly in the summer. Robin asks them how they've found the summer of 2024 so far in the UK (up to the first week of August) How they approach planning work outside with unpredictable weather and more. Guests: Jack Auletta, Oli Lee, Kevin Page

Jul 29, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Ollie O'Brian, who is a newly qualified member of the trade and Matthew Rutherford, who won Screwfix's Apprentice of the Year 2024, as a first year apprentice. Robin compares their experiences with his own when he first learnt the trade, finds out what kept them invested in learning their craft, who helped them and what they plan to do next

Jul 22, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by top Carpenter and friend of the show, John Argyle from Enfield Refurbishements and discuses how to treat, manage and bring along those that work alongside you. This applies to anyone from subbies, co-workers, employees and apprentices and also how to spot some red flags when it comes to people not right for your business. Robin also discusses the weather so far this summer...

Jul 15, 2024

Robin Clevett talks to Steven Hoare from 109 Carpentry about hanging doors, the challenges that come with it, why Steven does the work and also plays a voice note from a previous guest that has had a nightmare with hanging doors for a difficult customer. Later in the show, Robin gives some tips and insight on how to approach interviewing and bringing someone onto site that might join you as a subcontractor or employee

Jul 8, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by members of the trade, who do different things within it, to discuss how they've been tested by the nature of the trade since they joined. They talk about everything from working with other trades, managing jobs, perfecting skills, health and safety, bringing apprentices along and also provide some insight and encouragement if you're struggling to learn or progress in Carpentry & Joinery

Jul 1, 2024

Robin Clevett gives you a guide to vans and vehicles. There's everything from buying or leasing to what to put in your vans, how to secure them, Robin is joined by award winning Carpenter Sean Matthews, who tells a funny story about an early van of his and also gives insight into sign writing. Robin is joined by Todd Glister, fellow Fix Radio presenter, who discusses his van, ULEZ, security and EV

Jun 24, 2024

Robin Clevett has the tables turned on him as last week's guest, Jason Joyce, returns and asks Robin about his career in the trade, his experiences as a family man and Carpenter as well as an online and media personality within the trade

Jun 17, 2024

Robin Clevett invites Jason Joyce from JC Timber Roof Specialists to discuss his experiences on the tools, the journey he's been on with his business since starting five years ago, some of the work he takes on and also his content on social media

Jun 10, 2024

Robin Clevett looks at the approach to workign safely from heigh in the trade and construction. Robin asks Max Lee from Pitch Perfect how he stays safe and Danny Madden, host of the Roofing Show on Fix Radio (Sundays from 11am) talks about close calls he's had, customers getting on the roof and rules he has for those working around him

Jun 3, 2024

Robin Clevett invites show regular John Argyle to discuss the different ways he's sustainable and what it means to him in this day to day practices and also talks to Richard Wagner, who runs woodworking classes and is a bit advocate with regards to sustainability in the trade. Robin also talks about how sustainability has long been adopted by the trade and also gives some tips and advice

May 27, 2024

Robin Clevett tackles a subject that has everything and nothing to do with being a Carpenter in 2024, depending on whether you've embraced and joined social media or not. Robin first invites David Byrne to join him to explain his three channels he's created and Robin uses David as a great example of how to showcase yourself as a Carpenter on social media. Robin invites Landscaping Show host, John Roberts to join him and share his perspective and learnings on social media. Finally, Robin talks about some of his social media experiences and gives you some advice on what to post, what not to post and what your audience wants to see

May 20, 2024

Robin Clevett talks to two top Carpenters about their approach to design, working creating amazing structures in their client's outdoor spaces. Oli Lee talks about how his experience working for Aardman Animations informs his style, design approach and how he protects his original ideas from being stolen. Robin then talks to Simon Bowler about the design process and how the building phase can sometimes create challenges with regards to the original plan

May 13, 2024

Robin Clevett has invited three members of the trade to join him and assist in giving a bit of a guide to tools in 2024. Robin asks about preferred brands, maintanance, advice, different types of technology new to the market and more

May 6, 2024

Robin Clevett talks to three guests who focus on different aspects of construction and carpentry and asks them about their approach to work site coordination

Apr 29, 2024

Robin Clevett looks at what you can do to minimise strain and injury that comes with the physical nature of the trade and also talks to two Carpenters about how they approach unplanned time off and illness

Apr 22, 2024

Robin is at Festool's UK HQ for another week and is joined by one of the leading lights in education, Brian Tunbridge from West Suffolk College so that he can discuss their approach to teaching carpentry, inconsistencies in how the trade is taught, mentoring the next generation of carpenters and more

Apr 15, 2024

Robin Clevett brings you a special episode of the Carpentry Show from Festool HQ in Bury St Edmunds where he sits down with accomplished carpenter and show regular, John Argyle, so that he can share some stories and insight into his long career in the trade

Apr 8, 2024

Robin Clevett invites Carpenter, Bradley Chandler to join him for a discussion about mental health after a chance meeting out and about. Bradley is part of MenTalk Health - Sittingbourne and discusses what that involves and how it has helped him on his own mental health journey. Friend of the show and award winning Carpenter, Sean Matthews also calls in a little later in the show to share his own mental health story.

Apr 1, 2024

Robin Clevett looks at how you can be a better role model and mentor to young people that join you to take their first steps into the world of carpentry and joinery

Mar 25, 2024

Tony Carroll from TC Building shares his incredible journey from starting out as a Carpenter, creating a successful building company and his continual upsklilling journey which has seen him reach aspirational standing withing the construction industry

Mar 18, 2024

James Lowrey from JL Carpentry set up as a sole trader in September 2023. He's got a steady flow of work but is struggling with many other aspects of running and scaling his business. Robin gives James some advice and allows James to ask him some questions as well

Mar 11, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by a Carpenter who was faced with tool theft unfolding while he was working in a customer's house. He tells the amazing story of what happened next, how close he came to serious injury and what he would do differently if it happened again

Mar 4, 2024

Oli Lee, With Bear Hands talks about a standout cabin he's recently completed and walks Robin Clevett through how he acheived the build to his and his customer's satisfaction

Feb 26, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by The Institute of Carpenters President, Geoff Rhodes so that he can give his thoughts on the black economy and discuss how it affects Carpenters and Joiners specifically

Feb 19, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by Clive Holland, Fix Radio Presenter and House Builder, Jack Auletta so that they can discuss the gray/black economy and how it impacts the building trade in the UK

Feb 12, 2024

Robin Clevett talks to Jonathan Randall to discuss his 14 years building an amazing business in kitchen design and creation. Jonathan talks about how specialising in this has benefitted him professionally and how he runs his business

Feb 5, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by several guests from the trade to discuss their approach to preparing quotes and estimates. Max Lee from Pitch Perfect talks about his approach to quoting with his team when conducting structural work, John Argyle talks about the digital assets he has in place to assist his quoting stages and Richard Wagner from The River Shop shares his past experiences and lesson's he's learnt the hard way

Jan 29, 2024

Robin Clevett brings you part two of his discussion with Simon Bowler where they discuss how Simon approaches the quoting and planning process as well as design, favourite tool brands and more

Jan 22, 2024

Award winning tradesperson, Simon Bowler joins Robin Clevett in the studio to discuss his journey through the trade, His business and social media journey. Theyre will be more from Simon next week where he will discuss how he approaches working on projects and will talk about some memorable projects as well

Jan 15, 2024

Robin Clevett is joined by three chainsaw artists that create some incredible scluptures and artwork out of timber. Robin talks about some of their notable projects, how they got into this line of work, some of the challenging and dangerous aspects of working with chainsaws and the timber they use

Jan 8, 2024

Robin Clevett looks at the year ahead and what it might be like for Carpenters and Joiners across the UK. Robin is joined by award winning Tradesperson, Astrid Arnold so that she can talk about the year ahead for her and the trade as a whole. Robin also has some voice notes from three previous guests about the year ahead and gives his own thoughts, advice and predictions for 2024

Dec 18, 2023

Robin Clevett looks back on 2023 for Carpenters/Joiners and the building trade as a whole. Robin, is joined by Builder, Jack Auletta discusses some things to be mindful of in the year ahead and Robin plays some voice notes from previous guests

Dec 11, 2023

Robin Clevett gets asked this all the time so he's invited John Argyle from Enfield Refurbishments to join him so that they can share their experiences with regards to expanding their business and offerings

Dec 4, 2023

Robin Clevett brings you his interview with CITB CEO, Tim Balcon at SkillBuild and asks what they're trying to achieve with SkillBuild as well as how training and education could be improved for trade and construction, across the UK. Robin also talks with Huw Thomas, who has three finalists competing from his colleges in West Wales and finds out why SkillBuild is so important in implementing their learner experiences

Nov 27, 2023

Robin Clevett has recoded this show at CITB's SkillBuild finals in Milton Keynes so that he can put himself in the shoes of a finalist and find out what it's like to be one of the final eight competing to win

Nov 20, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Jason Joyce to discuss his experience focussing on timber roofing, structural carpentry and cladding. Jason talks about how he came to specialise in this, the best aspects of focussing on this work, his favourite jobs so far and ambitions going forward

Nov 13, 2023

Robin Clevett takes a quick look at working during the winter months, staying warm and how much time you should take off over Christmas. Robin is also joined by Max Lee from Pitch Perfect and Richard Wagner from The River Shop to discuss their experiences working in the winter, how 2023 has been businesswise and plans for 2024

Nov 6, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by two new guests on the show, both are nominated for the 'On the Tools Carpenter/Joiner of the Year' award and they explain the principles of how they work, discuss their experiences in the trade and more

Oct 30, 2023

Robin Clevett asks 'if it's okay to...' have certain ways of working, certain business practices and approaches to the trade

Oct 23, 2023

Robin Clevett talks to Carpentry influencer, Gary Banks about his experiences building a following on social media and also invites fellow Fix Radio presenter, Izzy The Bricky onto the show so that he can give him some advice about handling the pressure that comes with working with brands and keeping the content flowing

Oct 16, 2023

Sam Thomas and Sean Matthew return to do some 'fill in the blanks' style exercises about the trade

Oct 9, 2023

Sam Thomas returns for another appearance and joining Robin for the first time in person is also Sean Matthews. They talk about their experiences on the tools and give some thoughts about the trade in 2023

Oct 2, 2023

Robin is joined by two time served, well respected Carpenters to find out how they go above and beyond for their customers to create a lasting impression

Sep 25, 2023

Jason Howe from City & Guilds joins Robin to explain in more detail how T-Levels have been rolled out in the UK, How they feel they will benefit the industry and standards on-site as well as discussing taking on apprentices and giving students real on-site oppertunities

Sep 18, 2023

As we enter the final quarter of 2023, Robin Clevett looks at what 2023 has been like in our trade and offers some advice to anyone struggling with lack of demand, struggling to make profit, interest rates/cost of living spiralling and labour demands

Sep 11, 2023

Peter Hannam talks about his experience working in churches which date back as far as the 12th century. Peter talks about taking a modern approach with restoration work and some of the aspects of the churches that he's restored on the several jobs he's completed so far

Sep 4, 2023

Ryan Jones from LJ Construction decided to set up The Carpentry Academy after finding that many new entrants into the trade were just not site ready and also lack the oppertunity for real on-site experience. Ryan talks about what his goals are with the academy, how apprenticeships work at LJ Construction and also talks about the reform needed in how the trade is taught

Aug 28, 2023

We've found Robin some different customer interactions and issues shared online by tradespeople so that he can go through them, discuss what he would do in each circumstance and hopefully offer some advice to anyone that's come up against something similar

Aug 21, 2023

Ahead of the new academic year, Robin decides to take a look at T-Levels, a new qualification for the trade and wants to find out how they differ from what we have already and how it's going to improve the standards on-site. Joining him to explain T-Levels and share their experiences rolling out T-Levels are two lecturers from South Essex college

Aug 14, 2023

Charlie Cameron from Treehouse Life returns to talk about how treehouses and rope bridges are designed and constructed

Aug 7, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Charlie Cameron from Treehouse Life (treehouselife.com). Treehouse Life is a family run business that travels the world building treehouses and rope bridges. Charlie talks about working in Hawaii, India, Seychelles, Monaco and also talks about the logistics of traveling and building in exotic destinations

Jul 31, 2023

Robin talks all the time about the need for more people to join the trade. Can re-training be a viable path into the industry? What should people re-training or looking to re-train know about the trade? Robin has two Carpenters join him to discuss all of this and more

Jul 24, 2023

Robin is joined by Marc Firkins & Dan Brown to talk about how they approach diet and exercise in their personal and professional lives. Robin shares how he approaches both and also reads some comments from well known Carpenters that join us on the show from time to time

Jul 17, 2023

Robin goes through some common and not so common Carpentry/Joinery issues faces by people working in the trade. This is everything from measuring to tools, working with builders and more

Jul 10, 2023

How do you know you're charging enough? That seems to be a question that's becoming harder to answer in 2023 with cost of living, tricky customers, material price increases and everything that can go wrong over the course of a job. Robin has invited Festool influencer John Argyle on the show to talk about how he works out his costs and former Screwfix Top Tradesperson Sean Matthews talks about how he's had to adjust his prices, how he works out his costs and both (along with Robin) offer you some valuable tips on how to protect your bottom line

Jul 3, 2023

Phil returns to touch on the private work he takes on, how he got started in the trade, how he approaches the design process, favourite projects completed and also talks tools

Jun 26, 2023

Phil Ladd AKA Cutswift Carpentry joins Robin Clevett to discuss what it's like working in television. Phil talks about the shows he's involved with, what it's like working in televisin, the rewards and the challenges, the logistics of juggling a shoot with expectation and materials and tools needed

Jun 19, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Jack Auletta, a builder from Robin's local area that runs a really well set-up domestic based building company. Robin asks Jack what his experiences have been like working with carpenters, How Carpenters can work better with builders, why there's such demand for builders and also touches on how Jack has managed to make great money from the domestic market

Jun 12, 2023

Robin talks to Mark Harvey, Building Control Partnership Manager for East Suffolk Council about what tradespeople should know about involving a building inspector about relevant work. Robin talks about how customers will try and conduct work without involving building control and what reputational damager that do to you. Mark talks about misconceptions tradespeople have about what a building inspectors aims are, how to engage properly with building control, when to involve them and also talks about what he's oberved on-sitr and in the patch he controls

Jun 5, 2023

Robin Clevett shares the final two of his seven sins of Carpentry that you should try to avoid at all costs. Joining Robin to talk through the final two sins is Sam Thomas and Marc Firkins, who between them have more than a lifetime of experience in the trade

May 29, 2023

Robin shares the first five of his seven sins of Carpentry. These are some classic missteps Robin has seen people countless times and how to avoid them. Joining Robin to talk through the first sin is Mark Firkins, a well rounded and vastly experienced Carpenter with 30+ years of experience

May 22, 2023

Robin talks about the role the Carpenter and Joiner can play on-site, which other trades they tend to come up against and is joined by two well known Carpenters from social media to discuss their experiences working with other trades

May 15, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined again by the team from Pitch Perfect to talk about working outdoors, timber, builders supplying materials, the next steps of the business, roof construction and more

May 8, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Max, Liam & James from Pitch Perfect Construction Ltd. who specialise in structural carpentry, cut and pitch roofing and loft conversions. They talk about how they all came to work together, why they decided to start up a business together, what it's like working together on-site and in the back end of the business and touch on working with builders and the general public

May 1, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Richard Wagner, who runs The River Shop in London offering woodworking classes for all ages and skill levels. Richard talks about his unconvential entry into the construction industry, why he started The River Shop, talks about sourcing timber, tools and more

Apr 24, 2023

Your ability to properly source your materials in a cost effective way is key to your profit margins when working for yourself. Robin talks about how to source timber and how to build relationships at a timber yard. Also, everything you should buy in bulk, what you will and can get a deal on, the importance of controlling the purchasing of your own materials, what to re-invest in your business and more

Apr 17, 2023

Sam Thomas returns for another experience after talking about his 30 years experience in the trade last week. On this week's show Robin and Sam talk about tonnes of topic that matter to Carpenters here in the UK from unqualified chancers and customers supplying materials to ULEZ, tool theft and more

Apr 10, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Sam Thomas, a Carpenter with 30 years experience to talk about the early days working on-site in the West End of London and some of the people you meet on-site. Sam and Robin discuss transitioning from site work to taking on your own private jobs as a sole trader and share some stories and memorable moments from this era of their careers

Apr 3, 2023

Kevin Page from Pentagon Carpentry joins Robin to talk about his work around the world as a Carpenter and his more than 20 years experience in the trade. Kevin talks about working in places like Colombia and Nigeria as well as his experiences on the tools domestically and also talks about some issues that matter to him and Carpenters and Joiners across the UK

Mar 27, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined in the studio by Jacob Bell who was a finalist on the Channel 4 show, Britain's Best Woodworker. Jacob talks about his experiences on the show, his challenges with his workshop in 2023 and some of the projects he takes on as Winterton's Furniture. Can you help Jacob kit out his new worshop? Email - mark@fixradio.co.uk

Mar 20, 2023

Robin Clevett wraps up his six show guide on setting yourself up as a sole trader with Henry Dex. Dan Giles, a sole trader who is a little further on in his journey through the trade talks about the challenges that are coming next for Henry and what to look out for

Mar 13, 2023

Managing your money can be challenging as a sole trader in carpentry and construction. Robin talks about how he's dealt with this over the course of his career. Jordan Jewitt, managing director of (Accountants) For The Trade joins us to answer some questions about handling tax, doing your books, National Insurance contributions and more

Mar 6, 2023

Robin Clevett talks Henry Dex through some experiences he's had and jobs he's completed over his decades of experience in the trade. Robin talks about setting up a business in the early days, working with others on-site, managing people on-site and dealing with different charecters that you're likely to meet over the years

Feb 27, 2023

Robin continues to help young self employed Carpenter Henry Dex with his early steps in the trade as a fully qualified chippy. Craig Wilkinson, founder of Trades Freedom Club (and Carpenter himself) joins us to give some expert advice on how to go about networking, marketing, presenting yourself to customers and when to expand your offerings as a sole trader and new business owner.

Feb 20, 2023

Henry Dex has found the costs of keeping his work van on the road challenging. Show host Robin Clevett offers some tips on how to solve some of these issues. They also chat about buying tools as a new self employed Carpenter as well as material costs and how to get yourself a good deal

Feb 13, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by Henry Dex for the first in a series of how to develop as a self employed Carpenter. Henry recently went out on his own and has found many challenges that any self employed person in construction can relate to. On this episode Henry talks through a really tough situation he found himself in when quoting for work. Robin helps pinpoint what went wrong and offers some tips on how to approach the process from his decades of experience winning high end jobs and building a fantastic reputation

Feb 6, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by self employed carpenter to chat about Sam Thomas' 30 years experience in the trade. Sam talks about how he got started, shares some stories about nightmare moments and tricky customers and also talks tools, ULEZ and more

Jan 30, 2023

Robin Clevett talks about his experiences working in the elements over the course of his career. Also joining Robin is Max Lee who does a lot of cut and pitch roofing and loft conversions. Max talks about which season gives him the most grief on-site, how he plans for the changing seasons and gives a few tips he's picked up for battling weather and working outside. Then, from the bespoke end of the structural carpentry market is influencer Oli Lee from With Bare Hands. Oli crafts amazing treehouses and cabins and works outside all 12 months of the year. Oli also shares some tips, insight and ponderings about working outside as a Carpenter

Jan 23, 2023

Robin talks about his experiences working in bespoke carpentry and cabintry. Derek from Derek Barrett Design Ltd. shares some of his business practices that have helped him found success and also talks about his workshop. Dan from DTS Carpentry also talks about some of the lessons he's learnt from his time in bespoke carpentry and also quoting for higher end clients

Jan 16, 2023

Robin Clevett talks about how digital assets are enhancing the businesses of Carpenters and Joiners across the world and shaping the future of the trade. Robin talks to Harris Sangster about how the business he runs with his brother who is a QS has been streamlined thanks to digital assets. Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2020, Sean Matthews talks about Sketch-Up, accounting and invoicing software and gives some advice on what you should look into and embrace if you haven't already

Jan 9, 2023

Robin Clevett is joined by two Carpenters to discuss their plans and goals for 2023. Alex saw his business go from strength to strength last year while Liam faced a very challenging situation with his workshop. Both share their experiences, aims for this year and Robin shares his thoughts on what 2023 could be like for Carpenters and Joiners

Dec 5, 2022

Earlier in the year Robin Clevett put a call out on social media for anyone that wanted to join him on the big build for a few days. Henry Dex was on his journey to becoming qualified and grabbed the opportunity with both hands. Now a few months on after becoming qualified Robin has invited Henry on the show to find out how he's getting on

Nov 28, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by George Barr, an Architectural Technologist about how to work better together on projects. George talks about the most frustrating things tradespeople can do from an architectural perspective. Robbin shares the issues he's had with Architects over the years and Robin and George offer some advice on how to work better together

Nov 21, 2022

Friend of the show Andrew Walker joins Robin Clevett to talk about the work on his 300 year old barn conversion in 2022. Andrew talks about the impact the cost of living and energy crisis has had on that project and the running costs of his workshop

Nov 14, 2022

A year to the day that Marc Firkins joined Robin Clevett to share his story, Marc returns to discuss what the year has been like for him following his van being stolen from his driveway

Nov 7, 2022

Robin Clevett talks to David McFerran about joining the William Morris Craft Fellowship with the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. David talks about how his 20 year career has led him to taking up an incredible commitment that will see him traveling thousands of miles across UK & Ireland, working on some amazing historic buildings along the way

Oct 31, 2022

Robin talks from first hand experience about the struggle to find a work life balance in the construction industry. Robin offers some tips on how to improve your work life balance and looks at some tell-tale signs that you may be overworked

Oct 24, 2022

Robin Clevett takes a look at tool theft and van break ins, how to minimise the chances of being targeted and some stats about just how prevalent tool theft is and will become

Oct 17, 2022

Robin Clevett talks to Marc & Jack Scott, two brothers from Scotland who set up their business, MJS Joinery, together in April 2022. Robin talks about the extensive training and education, what the challenges have been so far as business owners and what it's like to work with family

Oct 11, 2022

Paul Dowding and Andy Stirrup from Building Crafts College return for another chat

Oct 3, 2022

Robin Clevett talks about corporate image which is everything from building a website and social media presence to sign writing, branded workwear and how you present yourself to customers

Sep 26, 2022

Robin Clevett talks to Andy Stirrup and Paul Dowding who both teach the trade. Paul talks about his experiences retraining, the challenges of teaching and Paul and Andy discuss the quality of learning apprentices get on-site away from college

Sep 5, 2022

Robin Clevett talks to Sean Matthews about inflation and how it's affecting quotes, costs of materials and demand for work. Sean is a previous winner of Screwfix's Top Tradesperson award and completes high end bespoke jobs which he also talks about on the show

Aug 22, 2022

Robin Clevett has had a hugely successful career in carpentry and joinery and reflects on what key cornerstones have helped him achieve this success

Aug 15, 2022

Robin's former apprentice Carl Downing returns to talk about his experiences working as a Carpenter in Norway and some of the key differences between aspects of the trade of the in the UK compared to Norway

Aug 8, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by Max Lee from Pitch Perfect to talk about cut and pitch roofing

Aug 1, 2022

Liam McGinley joins Chance Lichfield to discuss his long and varied career in Carpentry & Joinery. Liam talks about starting out in joinery, his experiences on-site, working as a sole trader and then going on to set up a limited company

Jul 25, 2022

Chance Litchfield covers for Robin Clevett (currently enjoying his summer holidays) and chats with friend of the show, Andrew Walker about his 300 year old barn conversion project

Jul 18, 2022

Robin Clevett talks about health and safety on-site and how he safely conducts potentially dangerous aspects of carpentry and joinery. Chris Tidy, a H&S expert and founder of Hard Hat Awareness Week joins Robin to talk about head protection, working from height and dust extraction

Jul 11, 2022

Alex from Errioc Carpentry returns to pick up on a few bits about managing other Carpenters on-site, his work as Errioc Carpentry and social media

Jul 4, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by award winning Carpenter Alex Burham from Errioc Carpentry to discuss his experiences in the trade and starting up his business

Jun 27, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenter Sammy Smith. Sam is a tool aficionado and his social media content has seen him build a following of almost 15 thousand followers on Instagram and almost 45 thousand followers on TikTok. Robin talks to Sam about his work converting vans, his social media content and tools

Jun 20, 2022

Robin Clevett talks about the lack of labour available on-site and how we've gotten to this point. Robin takes a look at some employment stats that are very damning to the construction industry and how we can repair the situation we've found ourselves in here in the UK

Jun 13, 2022

Robin Clevett catches up with Chris Keel from Scotland. One year ago Chris joined Robin to talk about winning Screwfix's Trade Apprentice Award. A year down the line Chris has become TikTok famous and is rapidly developing his business. Robin talks to Chris about some of the challenges that come with it and Chris shares an innovative hiring campaign he's just begun

Jun 6, 2022

John Revell returns to talk about his experiences fitting and making front doors during lockdown, his opinions and observations on the younger chippies joining the trade and Robin & John talk tools as well

May 30, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by John Revell. John talks about his early on-site experiences, earning just £14 a week and how he came to be a big name in radio in the 1990s. John also talks about his passion for Carpentry and some of the projects he works on these days

May 23, 2022

Geoff Rhodes brings to a close his series of appearances on the show with a chat about the heritage and aims of the Institute of Carpenters. Geoff talks about all of the goals that are essential to growing and improving the carpentry & joinery fraternity in the UK from the perspective of the IOC. Geoff covers the history of the IOC which reaches back into the 1800s as well as the support it offers to the education of apprentices & students joining the trade today

May 16, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by Institute of Carpenters President Geoff Rhodes about sustainability and innovation. Robin asks Geoff what his observations are with regards to sustainability in carpentry and what it means for you

May 9, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined again by The Institute of Carpenters President Geoff Rhodes to talk about the issues that matter to Carpenters & Joiners across the UK

Apr 25, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by Geoff Rhodes, The President of The Institute of Carpenters. Geoff talks about his career in the trade that spans nearly 50 years, he talks through being an integral part of the introduction of MDF in the UK and some of the work he's done as Institute of Carpenters President over the past few years

Apr 11, 2022

Robin has grown and developed over his decades in the trade. One aspect of Robin's business that continues to evolve is how he sources and wins work. Robin talks about this evolution, what he's spotted in the market worth targeting now and the importance of price conditioning

Apr 4, 2022

Robin talks to FMB CEO Brian Berry about their calls to bring a licensing system into the UK construction industry. Robin wants to know why FMB are backing this, how it might be regulated, what the penalties are for rule breakers and what the construction industry might look like in 10-15 years with a licensing system in place

Mar 28, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined again by his right hand man Ed to talk about the continued decline in standards throughout the construction industry. Robin ponders what part education has played in this and what can be done to remedy the slide in standards

Mar 21, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by his right hand man Ed to talk about life on-site. What some of the do's and don'ts are, how to avoid conflict and the different personalities you come across and how to handle them

Mar 14, 2022

Wayne Bettess, Trades Business Coach & founder of Off The Tools Academy joins Robin to give some practical tips and advice on business management. Robin asks about taking a sole trader vs. limited company route, how to manage admin, the hiring process, marketing, sales and more

Mar 7, 2022

Robin talks about everything in building work that causes stress. Trying to get work done, keeping customers happy, how to run a small business, pricing work, weather, being organised as well as reliable and competitive

Feb 28, 2022

Robin is joined by Harris Sangster. Harris is 27 years old and runs Sangster & Company Limited with his brother Nick who is a quantity surveyor. Robin talks to Harris about the hiring and sourcing process of joiners in his business, how working with his brother has helped win him work and plan projects and they talk through his success in the trade so far - at just the age of 27

Feb 21, 2022

Robin Clevett has five tips for self employed tradespeople from his own experiences and lessons that he's learnt along the way

Feb 14, 2022

Derek Barrett joins Robin Clevett to talk about his route into through trade through a university education. Derek talks about some of the modules taught, whether he would go the same route again and the journey to getting his business - Derek Barrett Design to where it is now

Feb 7, 2022

Robin asks Alastair Johnson about the implementation of SketchUp, a 3D design software in his business, Freebird Interiors. Alastair talks about how he can showcase designs to customers and how it helps instruct those working alongside him. Alastair also talks about his beginnings in the trade and developing his YouTube channel

Jan 31, 2022

Robin Clevett turns the tables on himself on this week's show and gets fan - Terry from Moo's Carpentry on the show to ask him some questions about his career, techniques, tools and more.

Jan 24, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by fellow inventor, Dan Brown to discuss his journey (with co-creator Scott) to success with U-Scribe Jig. Dan talks about how he and Scott got their initial idea off the ground, the learning process involved of pairing supply with demand and how they created an organic grassroots marketing campaign on social media

Jan 17, 2022

Robin Clevett is joined by John Jones to discuss building an audience on Instagram and getting started on TikTok. John also talks tools, moving to a bigger workshop, working as a one man band and asks Robin a question as well

Jan 10, 2022

Robin Clevett returns for his first show of 2022. He's joined by Dan from DTS Carpentry. Dan is a third generation tradesperson with his own business. Dan made the switch from site joinery to bespoke & interior carpentry. He talks about the reasons for making the switch, the challenges involved and some of the work he completes

Dec 6, 2021

Robin talks through his observations and experiences in the trade over the past. What does the year ahead look like? Will demand slow and supply issues ease?

Nov 29, 2021

Robin talks to Oli Lee about the rise in demand for commercially built treehouses and how he balances the demand with enjoyment of the craft. Oli talks about his background in the trade, plans for the business and tools needed for the projects he completes

Nov 22, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by his former apprentice Josh Richards who now runs his own successful business. Josh talks about his experiences on-site with Robin at the start of his career, tools, van-break-ins and tool theft, teaching the trade and more

Nov 15, 2021

Marc Firkins joins Robin Clevett to share his van and tool theft story. He describes the twists and turns that followed in the days following the theft as well as what he plans to do about van/tool theft as a wider issue.

Nov 8, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by Matt Estlea - a woodworking YouTuber with over a quarter of a million subscribers and more than twenty one million video views. Matt & Robin share their experiences on the platform, Matt talks about what the channel has helped him achieve, his favourite content and plans moving forward

Nov 1, 2021

Robin is joined by Sean Matthews who was crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2020. A year on, Robin asks Sean how his business has grown since then and how he prices jobs. They also discuss favourite tools, recent jobs, employees, insurance and tool theft

Oct 25, 2021

Robin Clevett on how tools have progressed over the decades, how he's tried to combat tool theft, whether it's worth insuring your tools and considering life insurance as a tradesperson

Oct 19, 2021

Robin Clevett talks to Astrid Arnold, a female carpenter with decades of experience in the trade and managing director of Touchwood South West. Astrid discusses the lack of female tradespeople in carpentry and joinery, the work she does spreading the word about the trade in schools and the benefits of fellow tradeswomen joining the Register of Tradeswomen

Oct 11, 2021

Luke Emery has recently been crowned the UK's Apprentice of the Year by the Federation of Master Builders. He discusses how he joined the trade, his favourite tools, where he works and asks Robin some questions as well

Oct 4, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by owner of Diamondback Tool Belts Connor Crook. Connor discusses taking over the company, using social media to promote the business as well as take feedback from tradespeople to improve their products.

Sep 27, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by Rob from The Green Oak Carpentry Company. Rob talks about sourcing sustainable timber, their work construction sustainable structures, winning three golds at the Wood Awards & finding skilled carpenters to join the business

Sep 20, 2021

Robin talks to Dick Lane about the supply issues affecting the building trade this year, What have been the factors that caused these supply issues, How independent builders merchants have managed supply issues and when things might return to normal

Aug 23, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by furniture maker Andrew Walker to discuss his experience in the trade, Why he loves working for himself, Upcycling timber, supply issues this year and tools

Aug 16, 2021

Robin Clevett voices some of his concerns about his end of the market to Steve Radley from CITB, Robin's plans for utilising social media to encourage more young people to become apprentices and grants and schemes available to micro business owners that you might not be aware of

Aug 9, 2021

Robin is joined by his previous apprentice Carl to reminisce about their experiences on-site over the years, Carl talks about how health issues have created challenges in his career and some of the work he now does in Norway

Aug 2, 2021

Robin Clevett reflects on several of his most successful apprentices that have joined him at different times, different ages and have therefore had different experiences on-site. What is the ideal age and circumstance for an apprentice to become a success and continue to pass along the skills and passion that you've passed to them

Jul 30, 2021

Robin Clevett discusses the key skills needed to become a Carpenter/Joiner, How to spot these in new apprentices on-site and once you do how to keep those apprentices motivated and interested in the trade

Jul 16, 2021

Robin Clevett talks about his past week, pet peeves when it comes to dealing with building merchants and covers a recent batch of questions sent into the show

Jul 9, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by carpenter/joiner David Birrell from Scotland. David lost both his legs while serving in Afghanistan. He discusses the tough journey through rehabilitation and how joining the trade has helped him manage his PTSD

Jul 2, 2021

Robin goes into more detail about how he got into the trade, some of the challenges involved and covers recent messages sent into the show

Jun 25, 2021

Tim from The Restoration Couple joins Robin to discuss YouTube, the content on his channel, challenging projects and plans for the future

Jun 18, 2021

Robin Clevett gives an overview of what to be conscious of when setting up your business from scratch and also discusses working abroad and answers more messages recently sent into the show

Jun 11, 2021

Robin returns to discuss the current timber supply shortages and what robin thinks will happen next. Also, how to cover costs, manage profit margins & keep clients happy with rising costs. Air vs. Electric Sanders and more.

May 27, 2021

David Byrne returns to talk tools and social media - Robin has some advice and insight into price conditioning your clients.

May 21, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by David Byrne from Cheshire to discuss recent MDF supply shortages, The Wood Butchers Raffle & more.

May 14, 2021

Robin is joined by Chris Keel - Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2020 - to discuss his path to winning that accolade, favourite tools and experiences learning his trade.

Apr 30, 2021

Robin covers a variety of topics from saws to drunken Amazon purchases and much more.

Apr 23, 2021

Robin has an exclusive announcement to share with you, discusses the possibility of having a licensing system in carpentry and joinery and more.

Apr 16, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by Lee Dunne - a site carpentry lecturer at Andover College. Lee gives some insight into what the new T Levels involve, the challenges of teaching during the pandemic, why you should consider teaching the trade and Robin gets to some messages sent into the show recently.

Apr 1, 2021

Robin Clevett is back to cover some questions and messages sent into the show after voicing his opinions on what he thinks the pay scale should be in carpentry & joinery.

Mar 26, 2021

Robin Clevett discusses a news story he picked up on recently and breaks down the costs of being a self employed carpenter/joiner. Also, how to manage your finances and why people in the trade should be paid more.

Mar 19, 2021

Robin is joined by Institute of Carpenters President Geoff Rhodes to discuss the importance of bringing new people into the trade, what the IOC can offer you as a carpenter/joiner, his career in the trade and Robin answers some questions sent into the show.

Mar 12, 2021

Robin Clevett is joined by Institute of Carpenters student member, Tim White who is a second year apprentice attending college in the peak district. Robin offers some advice to Tim, answers some of his questions and follows up on some messages sent into the show last week.

Mar 5, 2021

Robin Clevett answers tonnes of questions sent in by listeners and YouTube fans. You'll learn all sorts about your Carpentry Show host and get some really good insight too.

Feb 26, 2021

Robin Clevett discusses tools. Some of his favourites, things he thinks have improved over time as well as his past week & questions sent into the show.

Feb 19, 2021

Meet your new Carpentry Show host Robin Clevett. Robin will tell you how he got started in the trade right up until the past year, his YouTube channel, inventions and more.

Feb 12, 2021

Andrew Walker joins Clive to discuss his 2021 so far - all his latest projects, development with his workshop and answers some listener questions with Clive.

Feb 5, 2021

Oli Lee returns to discuss his business 'With Bear Hands' in a little more detail and also discuss some of his favourite aspects of working on bespoke carpentry projects.

Jan 29, 2021

Oli Lee joins Clive for the first of a two part interview on the show. In this part Oli discusses working at Aardman Animations in Bristol and what led him to leave and start up his own bespoke carpentry company With Bear Hands.

Jan 22, 2021

David Murray from MEDITE joins Clive to discuss some of their incredible products, how MDF gets from the tree to your workshop, sustainability and Clive answers some of your questions sent into the show.

Jan 15, 2021

Robin Clevett returns for another chat with Clive to discuss how he first started in the trade, his favourite tools, more about his YouTube videos and Clive also answers your questions sent in last week!

Jan 8, 2021

Robin is a Carpentry YouTuber with a wealth of knowledge, experience & skill. He joins Clive to discuss the challenges of last year, Robin's start in carpentry, how his YouTube channel started, what made it a success and more!

Dec 11, 2020

Andrew returns for one final time in 2020 and reflects on the year and challenges it brought about for many people in carpentry. Andrew also answers some listener questions sent in.

Dec 4, 2020

Andrew Walker, everyone's favourite bespoke carpenter returns with some big news about his business and also offers some advice to a young listener wanting to push on with her carpentry career.

Nov 27, 2020

Jim Marshall returns to talk tools and answer some listener questions.

Nov 20, 2020

Jim Marshall is a carpenter that invented the Safe Charge, tackling two of a site carpenter's biggest problems with one product- charging batteries and securing them from a thief! Jim also helps Clive answer some listener questions, explains the origins of his invention and how he got started in the trade.

Nov 13, 2020

In the second part of Dan's appearance we discuss his podcast in more detail as well as an invention he's in involved with and Clive reads out some of your comments about worst woodworking injuries.

Nov 6, 2020

Clive is joined by Dan from the Job & Knock Podcast for the first of a two parter. Dan gives us a detailed rundown of how he found his way into carpentry, the type of work he does and answers some listener questions.

Oct 29, 2020

Andrew joins us again to tackle some messages sent in asking for his expertise in tackling some carpentry queries and questions. Clive and Andrew also discuss the respiratory health of joiners and carpenters with some sound advice from Clive on what to be mindful of.

Oct 23, 2020

Sean Matthews, Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2020 joins Clive to discuss his journey to the top, how he got started in carpentry, answering some listener questions, telling us about his business S.M. Carpentry and giving a suggestion of a project for an aspiring carpenter that listens to the show.

Oct 16, 2020

Andrew often tackles some mad questions on this show and this appearance is no difference. Andrew also gives his take on whether you can learn carpentry effectively online and talks a little about how he got started in the trade himself.

Oct 9, 2020

Andrew joins us again after some advice he gave on a previous show was incorrectly executed by a listener with hilarious but potentially dangerous results. Remember Andrew is a professional and to be careful when trying his project ideas out at home.

Oct 2, 2020

Ian Nethercleft joins us one final time to round up last week's conversation, he discusses his experiences teaching in more detail, his workshop that he teaches in and more.

Sep 24, 2020

Ian Nethercleft who runs London Woodwork Classes joins Clive to discuss his business teaching joinery and woodwork to the people of London from all walks of life and how he's adapted to teaching on YouTube due to the pandemic

Sep 18, 2020

Richard from Peter Freebody & Co - a family boat building business established on the Thames for over 300 years joins Clive to discuss the building of their classic high end boats, the restoration work the company do and much more!

Sep 11, 2020

Andrew returns to finish off the enormous mailbag of questions we have for him here at Fix Radio.

Sep 4, 2020

Andrew Walker joined Clive to answer some of the questions we've had into the show following Andrew's last appearance - if you didn't hear yours answered - part 2 is coming soon!

Aug 21, 2020

Clive is joined by classical acoustic guitar maker, James Lister. James discusses his unlikely career change, the challenges of building and selling guitars and pricing. James will return next week for a much longer chat and explain in more depth how he gets from timber to timbre!

Aug 13, 2020

Andrew Walker is back for a follow up appearance after last week's incredible response from the listeners. Andrew has had a bit of an unfortunate accident which he will tell you about. He's also got some really interesting projects on and gives a bit of insight into what his process is conceptually when approaching work for clients.

Aug 7, 2020

Andrew Walker is back on the show to find out how he inspired a young listener, talk through his latest projects & why he might need your help with his new CNC Machine.

Jul 31, 2020

Matt Estlea returns to discuss his latest YouTube videos, what's in his toolbox, his favourite timber & more!

Jul 31, 2020

Jeff Wilson returns to discuss the tools in his shed, his favourite timber to work with, the importance of experienced Carpenters passing on their knowledge to the younger generation & much more!

Jul 17, 2020

Clive is joined by carpentry YouTuber - Matt Estlea - who has over 178K subscribers, more than 15 million views and also teaches carpentry too.

Jul 13, 2020

On this episode - Jeff Wilson - an admin for Woodworking UK joins Clive Holland. Woodworking UK is a social media community of British carpenters with over 28,000 members!

Jul 3, 2020

Simon Frost returns for another chat with Clive to discuss projects, what his favourite tools to use are and answer more listener questions.

Jul 3, 2020

Simon Frost joined Clive to discuss switching the pen for a spokeshave in his transition from a journalist to a carpenter. Simon writes a start up diary for The Woodworker Magazine!

Jun 19, 2020

Cameron Sidgwick returns for another chat with Clive to talk tools, his favourite projects and more!

Jun 12, 2020

Cameron Sidgwick joins Clive to discuss working in London for Maddison & Sons - Artisan Construction Company with Fine attention to Detail. Cameron also discusses is side projects creating unique and innovative furniture as - Rustic.Frames on Instagram.

Jun 5, 2020

Andrew Walker joins Clive for another chat, giving some fascinating insight into the history of carpentry tooling and some great tips on how to make summer projects look incredible.

May 29, 2020

Andrew Walker (awmaker.co.uk) returns for the first of an epic two parter. On this episode he answers listener questions sent in over the past few weeks and provides a lot of tips on how to get started on a river table.

May 21, 2020

Frazer Reid - owner of FAR Cabinet Makers in Fife, Scotland joins Clive