156. Don't Use Fibrecement Jointing Compound!

September 06, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

Some updates from the last 2 weeks.

Sign up to the VWA Newsletter here: https://vwa.org.au/subscribe

Website: https://vwa.org.au

VWA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicwoodworkers/

Artist in Residence - https://www.instagram.com/calebbiffanti/

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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155. Bryan's Helping Build A House Out Of A Forest

August 23, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

Some updates from the last 2 weeks.

Sign up to the VWA Newsletter here: https://vwa.org.au/subscribe

Website: https://vwa.org.au

VWA Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/vicwoodworkers/

https://www.facebook.com/VicWoodworkers

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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154. Some Exciting News ft Dave De La Cruz

August 09, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We have some exciting news to share in this episode and it’s brought to you by Dave De La Cruz.

Sign up to the VWA Newsletter here: https://vwa.org.au/subscribe

Website: https://vwa.org.au

VWA Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/vicwoodworkers/

https://www.facebook.com/VicWoodworkers

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Dave’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave.delacruz.woodworks/

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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153. Joey's In Debt

July 27, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

Joey might’ve gone in over his head on a very cool piece of kit.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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152. Some Jobs You Run A Mile

July 12, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We get into a job that Robin’s been quoting that really shouldn’t go ahead.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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151. You've Seen His Work At A Shopping Mall Near You ft Dan (Leighton Builds)

June 28, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We talk shop with Dan from Leighton Builds, about his unique world of temporary activations.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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150. 150 Episodes, What A Milestone!

June 15, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We get into one of Robin’s designs and talk in depth on how to attach glass to a timber display cabinet,

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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149. So How's That New Ferrari

May 31, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

So much good stuff this episode including a good news story from Robin, a bad news story from Bryan, and a new anthem from Jem. We also talk about the new Ferrari design.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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148. Hypothetically Speaking

May 17, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

Joey’s got another addition to the client corner and Robin talks about hypotheticals.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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147. Let’s Go For Round 8

May 04, 2026 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 8 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We’re back!

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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146. That's It For 2025

September 27, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We’re all done for season 7, and the year. Have a good rest of the year and we’ll see you in 2026.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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145. 6 Arms Are Better Than 1 ft LikeButter

September 14, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

This is our last guest for the season and who else deserved that spot more than Jem from LikeButter. He updates his story with us and goes into detail about the new robotic arms he’s integrating into his process.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Jem’s Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/likebutter.au/

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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144. Robin Got A Frickin' Laser

August 31, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

As the title suggests. Bryan’s also got some bad news about the blackbird…

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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143. The Craziest Use Of A Byproduct ft Bolaji Teniola

August 17, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We got to talk to acclaimed designer, Bolaji Teniola. He has some amazing designs, one of which is made from timber shavings.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Bolaji’s Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/bolajiteniola/

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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142. More Live Design

August 05, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We work though another live design session this episode, and catch up with what we’re up to.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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141. We're Building Doors!

July 20, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

Joey and Robin are thinking about doors and how to build them.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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140. Slow Down And Play ft Isabel Avendaño Hazbún

July 06, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

This week we have Isabel on the show to talk about her recent success and process as a designer and teacher at the VWA.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Isabels Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/isabel_avendano_hazbun/

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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139. Joey's Got Some Work Finally....And It's A Lot

June 22, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

After weeks of no work, Joey finally has some jobs on the books. And it’s a lot of work, enough to keep a small army busy!

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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138. Banksia Boi ft Mark Lilly

June 08, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We talk to Mark Lilly, the creator of one of the most unique chairs we’ve seen in ages.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Marks Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/mannerfurniture/

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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137. Our First Realtime Design Session

May 25, 2025 / Robin Lewis

Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau).

We get into a few updates from Robin, mostly around client work. We also do a live, on screen design session for a quote that Robin’s working on. Bryan gives an update on his time so far at Craft Lab 2025 in Ballarat.

If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.

Robin Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/robinlewismakes/

Joey Chalk: https://www.instagram.com/kingposttimberworks/

Bryan Cush: https://www.instagram.com/sawdustbureau/

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