Episodes

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The craftsmen are joined again by Michael Burrey inside of Kings Chapel. Completed in 1754 as Boston's first granite building, Kings Chapel has a massive timber framed roof and columns carved out of entire trees.

Dec 12

The Craftsmen are back with Brock Leiendecker at the Old North Church. One if by land, two if by sea, and three cheers for a really cool episode!

Dec 5

The guys are joined by Michael Burrey, the second year Preservation Carpentry program at NBSS.

Nov 28

The guys are joined by Ryan Foley, Jackson's classmate, to explore some of the historic properties owned by the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, MA. Ryan worked on some of the houses for his summer internship with Rich Friberg, a past Preservation Carpentry instructor at NBSS. Thanks to our Sponsor for this episode, Champion.

Nov 21

Explore Salem, MA with Brent, Richard and Jackson as they walk around the McIntire District and Brent nerds out...a lot. Thanks to our Sponsor for this episode, Rockwool.

Nov 14

Listen in on this conversation with Christine Franck, an architect in Denver, CO who introduced Brent into the world of the 5 orders of architecture.

Nov 7

Brent talks about the idea of "what got you here won't get you there". How do you take your business to the next level? Do you create a new branch or do you restructure and reorganize the inside. Find out what path Brent took in this episode.

Oct 31

There are ups and downs to running a business. In this episode, Richard covers his latest struggles and what he has learned from them.

Oct 24

Brent discusses the obstacles his company had to overcome and the hoops they had to jump through to coordinate the construction of a 3 foot corinthian column. The guys talk about why you should never do this... and how they're planning on doing a doric and ionic one too.

Oct 17

The guys were excited to sit down with guest, Patrick Moore. Pat is a classically trained stereotomist who studied in a timber framing compagnon in France. Now he brings this lost art back to North America. Stereotomy is a skill that defined the way we built in the past we hope can be used to improve our craft today.

Oct 10

Season 3 is here! The guys are back together after a busy summer—Jackson shares about his internship, Richard talks about growing his company, and Brent catches us up on hiring new employees. Of course, it wouldn’t be a proper reunion without some fun—Richard and Jackson kick things off with a practical joke on Brent. It’s good to have the trio back for another season of Passion for Craft.

Oct 3

The guys are back...all the guys. It's going to be a great year with some exciting conversations not only across the country, but the globe. As always, thank you for your passion for craft. When you become a patron of the podcast, you get first access to all episodes, bonus content, and more. Check it out at Patreon. patreon.com/passionforcraft

Jun 13

Join the Craftsmen for the last episode of Season 2! We are in Boston talking to Brock Leiendecker who is one of the two instructors for the carpentry program at NBSS.

Jun 6

The guys are back in Boston! Listen in as they connect with David Supple, owner of an architectural design and remodeling company in Boston. They discuss the origin of the AIA, and do some history sleuthing of a home that was owned by one of the Minutemen and modified over the years.

May 30

Brent and Jackson cover the topic of architecture. Where did it begin? How does it play into building today? What are some misunderstandings and problems in the industry?

May 25

In this episode Jackson and Brent go into detail on the history and background of cladding. This is a part of building that has been "over-engineered" by new products and would be well served by looking to the past. | Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Rockwool.

May 16

For our 100th episode, we had to go back to our roots and bring on Richard. Brent and Jackson hear updates with what has been going on in his world and talk about what’s next. We appreciate your support of the podcast and look forward to what is to come! | Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Truss.

May 9

How do you break into the world of craft? How do you set yourself up for success? In this episode, Brent and Jackson discuss these questions and more all circling around the commonly requested topic: making money in craft. | Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, MBrico.

May 2

Brent's long career began at North Bennet Street School and he considers the things he learned there the bedrock upon which he built the rest of his mastery... So what was learned during his time there and what did he have to dive deeper on and learn after?

Apr 25

Jackson tries to build a pediment and needs Brent's help. Brent takes him step by step through the process and they only hit a few bumps along the way. Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Viewrail. https://www.viewrail.com/

Apr 19

Jackson and Brent address some unanswered questions of Jackson's about the philosophical side of building that he saw in France. They also have a brief catchup about NBSS. Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Viewrail. https://www.viewrail.com/

Apr 11

Join us as Jackson talks about his trip to France and what his takeaways were as he comes back to the states.

Apr 4

Brent and Jackson totally DESTROY all the bad home trends right now... not really. Join Brent and Jackson as they talk about common design failings that Brent sees commonly in his consulting work with people and their homes.

Mar 28

Brent and Jackson are late to the trend, but they go over what is or should be in and out of building for 2025. We'd love to hear from you: What are your "ins and outs?"

Mar 21

Jackson talks about team building using a tool from giantworldwide.com. This company is so helpful and it has changed how I (Jackson) have led my teams, I would encourage anyone who this even remotely interested to check them out.

Mar 14

This episode, we tried out something new. We are talking about doing a longer form podcast where we discuss a topic more in depth. This was a trial run to see if we had the content to go the distance! Let us know what you think!

Mar 1

Jackson and Brent talk about how school subjects are taught, and how they get substantially more interesting when they have application. History is a huge part of craft because we build upon those who did it before us (pun intended). | Thanks to our sponsor, MBrico.

Feb 21

Brent and Jackson catch up about what Jackson is learning in school, and Jackson outlines the roadmap of what a modern day apprenticeship looks like. | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Feb 14

Join us as we get to talk with the creator of The Aggregate podcast and owner of New Age Artisans, Jeremy Mistretta. Plaster is an ancient art that is being lost to todays world, Jeremy seeks to do it right. Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Feb 7

The gang is back together again, Richard is back and gives us a great life update. Just some good friends catching up, talkin' craft. | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Jan 31

Brent was featured in a book called Your Hidden Genius. It features an assessment where you figure out what your aptitudes are. One of the first steps to being a strong business leader is to know yourself so you can play to your strengths not weaknesses. In this episode we got to talk to author Alex Ellison about how the book came about and why Brent was featured. | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Jan 24

Banks in the UK have stopped giving out loans to houses with spray foam insulation. Why is it so bad and what are the ramifications for the US? | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Dec 20, 2024

Listen in on a conversation with Kevin Jarvis, one of Jackson's classmates at North Bennet Street School. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Viewrail and Benjamin Obdyke.

Dec 13, 2024

The craftsmen sit down with Steven O'Shaughnessy, Jackson's first year instructor at North Bennet Street, and the department head of Preservation Carpentry. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Viewrail and Benjamin Obdyke.

Dec 6, 2024

Join us as we sit down with Brent's first instructor at North Bennet Street School, Robert Adam. We spoke with Robert inside his restored shaker house addition, and got to hear about how he got into preservation carpentry. | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Nov 29, 2024

Reusing old doors, windows, and other parts of a house is great. Is there a point where it is time to just build a new one? When does the character provided by reused parts of a house outweigh the wear and tear? Join the discussion on this episode of Passion for Craft. | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Nov 22, 2024

Brent and Jackson talk building styles. Jackson gives his hot takes, ranking them from best to worst with Brent's unforgiving reactions. Want to hear how Brent would rank all the styles? Join us on Patreon for an extra 10 minutes of this episode! | Thanks to our sponsor, Viewrail.

Nov 15, 2024

Brent reflects on his first Master Builder University (MBU). What was taught, what was the feedback, and will he do it again? Come and find out on todays episode! Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Viewrail. Learn more at www.viewrail.com

Nov 8, 2024

Season 2 is here! In September, Jackson started the Preservation Carpentry program at North Bennet Street School in Boston, MA. This episode, we'll get a glimpse into the true apprentices journey and see what he's been up to. Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Viewrail.

Nov 1, 2024

Jackson and Brent discuss what Season 2 will look like, some confirmed guests and some dream guests. Did you know that Season 2 has already begun to release exclusively on Patreon? Get first access to all episodes of PFC and more when you become a patron of the podcast. We appreciate your support and can't wait for the conversations to come this season. patreon.com/passionforcraft

Oct 25, 2024

When to say no.

Oct 21, 2024

Join the craftsmen for a book club! We (finally) are going through the book!

Oct 18, 2024

Join the craftsmen as they learn about Brent's time on Lone Star Restoration.

Aug 16, 2024

In this episode we are discussing a traditional approach to Build Science.

Aug 9, 2024

Continuing the conversation on Victorian style.

Aug 2, 2024

Join in as we discuss what it takes for a house to fall into the Victorian style.

Jul 26, 2024

Join in as we discuss what it takes for a house to fall into the arts and craft style.

Jul 19, 2024

We are talking about minimalism.

Jul 12, 2024

Join us as we look at some fun AI software and its potential implications on the future of building! Then, pick a side and hop in the comments as we talk about beauty. This was a fun episode, we are curious of y'all's thoughts on beauty.

Jul 5, 2024

In this episode we talk about a lot of different topics, from assembly lines, to things done poorly, to an impromptu book club that will be happening discussing the book, Mastery by George Leonard.

Jun 28, 2024

What is the period revival style and what are some key features of it?

Jun 21, 2024

What are the signs of a good builder? What can you do to elevate your craft?

Jun 14, 2024

The International Build Show recap with Brent! Will Richard and Jackson be there next year? What's great about it and whats not so great.

Jun 7, 2024

In the first of this series, we talk about what constitutes a "Ranch Style" home. The goal of this series is to put tools in the tool belt for identifying each architectural style.

May 31, 2024

Are we at a point where a new style is emerging?

May 24, 2024

Are we just fans of old architecture because of what has survived? Have beautiful bad homes just not survived and thats why we are where we are today? What will be said about this generation of homes?

May 17, 2024

Jackson finally begins his (official) Apprenticeship. Also some Youtube discussion.

May 10, 2024

What architectural styles are the hardest to make nowadays?

May 3, 2024

Come and see what Brent has cooking in his shop! From classic space heaters to 100 year windows its all there!

Apr 26, 2024

How did we get here? What styles led into the next, and what style are we in now?

Apr 19, 2024

We talk about what things we have held too hard of a line on in the past. Then we discuss why that is good or why it could be bad.

Apr 12, 2024

The Craftsmen talk about how building traditionally has way more benefits than disadvantages when it comes to environmental effects.

Apr 5, 2024

As we talked about in the McFarland House, there may be more similarities than differences between McMansions and Victorian era style!

Mar 29, 2024

Brent showcases some old books and we look at some lost history, even in todays architectural schools!

Mar 22, 2024

The craftsmen take a look at an ~interesting~ product on the market.

Mar 15, 2024

Setting goals for 2024!

Mar 8, 2024

Take an in-person tour of this Victorian Era House. It's full of incredible millwork and beautiful design.

Mar 1, 2024

Were back to finish off the rest of the YouTube Q and A we had! As always we love the comments and questions!

Feb 23, 2024

We jumped back on the Q and A train for our YouTube comments! We had some great questions, and it's exciting to answer some great questions!

Feb 16, 2024

Happy Thanksgiving!!! We go on-site in this episode to see some production builds in the area where Brent has a production build proof of concept.

Feb 9, 2024

Here we go, it's time to dive into something we have beef with on this channel... production builds. Get excited.

Feb 2, 2024

The dictionary defines Neoclassicism as the revival of a classical style or treatment in art, literature, architecture, or music. What will the craftsmen define it as in architecture? Let's find out

Jan 26, 2024

The craftsmen talk about what the modern portfolio looks like to a craftsman. Also, some key pieces in your portfolio. 'What is your elevator pitch?' is a question answered about each other and answered by the other craftsmen.

Jan 19, 2024

Halloween is a time for horror stories, and although we have shared some horror stories before, we have some more spooky ones!

Jan 12, 2024

Some fun looks at Brent's recent trip to Ireland. Castles, beautiful gardens, and more!

Dec 22, 2023

Join us for what starts out as a quiz but turns more into a showcase of how remodeling a home can go wrong very quickly!

Dec 15, 2023

Join us on another on-site visit to one of Fort Worth's most historic estates.

Dec 8, 2023

Another on-site format this week checking out one of Brent's jobs! Let us know how we can continue to make this format better and better! (This is best experienced as a video episode)

Dec 1, 2023

We are in the shop this week making some doors. Come watch how the apprentice, journeyman, and master all build out trim around a door.

Nov 24, 2023

Like the title suggests, this was bleak. The apprentice was optimistic, but not a lot of gems on the cheap side of building hacks.

Nov 17, 2023

Need a road map to check out the most incredible architectural sites in America? Well look no further! Check out this weeks episode to see what the US has to offer.

Nov 10, 2023

Join the craftsmen as they take a peek at Tom cruise, Robert Downey Jr, and a mystery $100,000,000 home! What is actually good in these houses and what is in desperate need of fixing up?

Nov 3, 2023

It's been a while since we've taken a look at the state of craft in America. Have the guys had an outlook change? How can we affect change in craft?

Oct 27, 2023

Jump in this week as the guys discuss modernism and whether or not it will stand the test of time.

Oct 20, 2023

Join us for some more shop talk as we hear of some stuff that Richard has in the works!

Oct 13, 2023

Custom or Production. Brent talks through the challenges at the shop and their struggle with custom vs production work. Maybe you have the same challenges. It's hard to figure out and to grow.

Oct 6, 2023

Hollywood: How movies and TV effect our buildings and our customers. Also why Richard has only seen 20 movies in his life. WHAT? Come join the fun.

Sep 29, 2023

Brent has started a new series on the Build Show called New House Old Soul. It generated mostly positive feedback but answering some of the haters gets to the heart of why we are doing this podcast. Come listen.

Sep 14, 2023

Last but CERTAINLY not least, the Richard episode! Get excited for a deep dive on your favorite finish carpenter.

Jun 30, 2023

Join the guys as they look at a couple of different houses and compare them to one another, talking about the nice features in the houses as well as the ones that need some work.

Jun 23, 2023

This week the guys are talking tools, finally. There was actually an earlier episode recorded but never posted, but here it is, the episode about tools.

Jun 16, 2023

If you've been asking yourself, "Who is this Jackson guy and why is he here?" So have we... Listen to Jackson's story and what a future in craft looks like.

Jun 9, 2023

We're back with more questions! Let us know any more questions you have in the comments. We are definitely doing this again, and we want to hear from you!

Jun 2, 2023

Thats right, we're back again with another question and answer podcast where we answer YOUR questions. Did we miss a question? Comment it below, but stay tuned for part 2!

May 26, 2023

When being in craft, it is crucial to have a good relationship with who you get your lumber from. Otherwise you'll be working with MDF and we all know how that goes!

May 19, 2023

Join the craftsmen to learn about Steve Quillian, a window maker from South Texas who builds windows like they used to!

May 12, 2023

We took on doors in episode 4, now we are back again with windows! From how they're hung, to how much they cost, to the 100 year window, join the craftsmen this week on the passion for craft podcast!

May 5, 2023

He was more than just our 3rd president, from designing one of the most iconic college campuses in UVA to writing the Declaration of Independence, there is no doubt this man was amazing. If we had to ask the question, which one was he better at: design or delegation?

Apr 28, 2023

Join Jackson as he learns about the 5 Orders and their application to more than just columns. Brent and Richard are too gracious of teachers...

Apr 21, 2023

Listen as Brent quizzes Jackson and Richard on their knowledge of one of America's most well known houses. Did you know all the answers?

Apr 14, 2023

It's finally here, the episode where we figure out who the heck this Brent guy is. Come check out Brent's story, all the ups and downs of the industry and what path Brent has taken to become a Master Builder.

Apr 7, 2023

The craftsmen talk Traditional Neighborhood Developments and New Urbanism. Is it possible to make a well designed city in todays day and age that can keep up with a massive influx of new residents?

Mar 31, 2023

Meet Lydia Crowder, better known as the Drywall Shorty! Hear her journey to becoming a master at drywall (one of the hardest areas of homebuilding to master).

Mar 24, 2023

The Craftsmen talk great customers, horror stories of bad customers, and the ULTIMATE secret to never having a bad customer ever again.

Mar 17, 2023

Join the Craftsmen as they interview Dan Parish on how he scaled his business, Millworks by Design, from 1 to 100 employees. See how Dan has set up infrastructure within his business so that it can scale.

Mar 10, 2023

Join the Craftsmen as they interview Dan Parish on how he scaled his business, Millworks by Design, from 1 to 100 employees. See how Dan has set up infrastructure within his business so that it can scale.

Mar 3, 2023

In a new show format, the craftsmen discuss George Washington and his impact on early architecture in the United States. From managing his home build while away at war, to the inspiration he got from things he saw on tour, George Washington was an incredible architect/designer.

Feb 24, 2023

From consumers preferring to buy the same cheap crap 5 times over 10 years when it keeps breaking, to people wanting something done as fast as possible at the sacrifice of quality, craftsmen have a customer problem on our hands. This is our solution.

Feb 17, 2023

Join the craftsmen when they get to hear from Gary Katz a master carpenter. Gary has trained carpenters on everything from basic techniques to advanced design and joinery. For many years, he was a popular presenter at national trade shows where he led hands-on workshops demonstrating finish carpentry techniques.

Feb 10, 2023

The craftsmen get to discuss what role the architect plays in building today. What role SHOULD an architect play in the process of building a home? Austin also shares his experience as a shipwright.

Feb 3, 2023

Our first featured Guest Eric Aune, speaks to the field of plumbing, being a master tradesman in another industry, and starting an online business called Mechanical Hub.

Jan 27, 2023

In 2022, the average cost of college was found to be ~$100,000 by educationdata.org. The craftsmen discuss the value provided from colleges versus going directly into the workforce of a trade.

Jan 20, 2023

The guys take a look at some comments on one of Richards videos and respond to a variety of topics, from material quality, victorian houses, and historic craftsmen. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all from the PFC team!

Jan 13, 2023

The guys take a look at one of Brent's videos on doors. They take on some of questions found in the comments. They also discuss what the cost of a door could be for all different levels of homeowners.

Jan 6, 2023

In this episode, the guys explore whether or not choice of materials affects the final product. Some materials are cheaper than others, is going cheaper better? It depends, but cheap-ing out has replaced lots of durable materials in your house with cardboard.

Dec 30, 2022

Brent, Richard, and Jackson discuss what it takes to become a Master Builder. Malcolm Gladwell said it takes 10,000 hours to master something, is that enough to become a Master Builder?

Dec 23, 2022

Welcome to Episode 1 of Passion for Craft Podcast. Meet Jackson, Richard, and Brent as they explain their backgrounds, the state of craft in America, and what it means to have a passion for craft.

Nov 25, 2022

In case you are wondering what content this podcast will have, this episode seeks to explain the "why" behind our podcast. After recording about 6 episodes, we got together to discuss why we are doing a podcast in the first place. The state of craft in America is off, and we hope to kickstart the solution!