Whiskey & Wood Podcast

From Skeptic to Social Media Star: How Instagram Grew Blacktail Studio

Ever scroll through Instagram and see something amazing, then wonder how they built such a following? This week, we meet Cam Anderson of Blacktail Studio, a woodworker who went from "social media? what's that?" to woodworking rockstar on Instagram and YouTube.
Starting off skeptical and completely clueless about the platform, Cam took a leap of faith (thanks to his wife!), diving headfirst into the unknown. What followed was a rollercoaster of trial and error, with Cam gradually realizing the immense impact Instagram could have on his woodworking venture. From initially posting a handful of photos to mastering the craft of hashtags, Cam takes us through the evolution of Blacktail Studios' Instagram journey.
Listen in as Cam shares the candid ups and downs of his Instagram experience, shedding light on how this seemingly simple social platform became a game-changer for his business. Discover how Instagram not only boosted his online presence but also opened doors to a world of unforeseen opportunities.

Small Business VS Challenges - A tale with Ruben Custom Sawmill

Ever dreamed of quitting your day job to pursue your passion? This episode features Matt Ruben from Ruben Custom Sawmill, a woodworker who built a successful business from the ground up. But just when things were taking off, he faced a major setback. Listen in as he shares his story of perseverance and how he overcame adversity to keep his dream alive.

Beyond the Boards: Unlocking the Profit Potential of Live Edge Lumber

Live edge lumber - a unique and increasingly popular material sought after by furniture makers, designers, and homeowners alike. We're talking about how to turn selling those slabs into a business.
We'll be chatting with the experts from Odd Wood Lumber, who will share their insights on: 
The growing market for live edge slabs and lumber: Why is this material trending, and what are the key factors driving demand?
Unlocking the profit potential: Learn the strategies and techniques used by Odd Wood Lumber to source, process, and sell live edge lumber at a premium.
From mill to market: Discover the steps involved in the live edge lumber journey, from selecting the right trees to reaching your target customers.

Turning Logs Into Playgrounds With Urban Lumber

We are beyond excited to talk with Shaun Preston of @BaltimoreRecNParks Camp Small and the City of Baltimore! Shaun turned his city's "stump dump" into a pitstop instead of a final destination for Baltimore's trees, and now he uses that wood to create city park benches, playgrounds, and even habitat structures for the Baltimore Zoo!!! This episode is a great example of someone taking the Urban Lumber Movement by the horns and using it to directly benefit their community with products that would have been destined for the landfill.

Boost Your Business - An Online Ads Success Story

Find out what Matt Morgan did to make advertising work for his sawmill business and how it helped him leave his day job, buy a woodmizer sawmill, and succeed.

The Surprising Pivot: What inspired Wasioja Wood to Swap Media for Milling?

Have you ever dreamt of leaving your current path and pursuing a completely different passion? In this episode, we're sippin' with Wasioja Wood, who took a surprising leap from the world of media into the exciting world of wood drying.
Join us as we get into:
The unexpected pivot: What sparked Wasioja's decision to trade the newsroom for the sawmill?
From headlines to sawdust: Explore the challenges and triumphs Wasioja faced in navigating a completely new industry.
Building a wood empire: Discover the secrets behind Wasioja's success in establishing a thriving wood-drying business in under a year!

How To Quit Your Day Job And Start A Wood Business

Ever dreamt of ditching the cubicle for a life of sawdust and creativity? We're talking with Austin Keenan of Keenan Slab Works about how a chainsaw mill purchase ended with running a full-time wood drying, sawmill, and furniture business!