Matt updates us on where he is at on his projects and how close to the finish line he is.  Michael deep dives his laser welding experiences and more.  Settle in, time for a little Oak and Steel.  

The boys are back in America and they brought mustaches. Our first real podcast fight broke out and it's what you would expect it to be about. Let's get to gabbin'.

Matt is well rested and back in action. Michael has grand plans to be a parade Marshall. But mostly, the guys just chop it up like usual. OAK AND STEEL IN.

Matt's leaving on a jet plane, we do have a decent idea of when he will be back again. But, he hates to go.

Tune in and find out what the boys are chatting about before his trip(s). Must be nice to take vacation...

We have a completed project to talk about! Matt let's the dogs out on that. We talk about imposter syndrome that comes with running a business. Michael talks a little about what he took away from the book he has been reading (riveting stuff)!

A little less content talk and more from the peanut gallery. Enjoy the pizza rant and updates. We are back on schedule now!

WE ARE BACK BABY! It's been a bit of an extended break, but the guys are back. Not as many projects being worked on this episode, but we talk business and a bit of philosophy. Do you have any habits you are trying to break? What's your cookie?

References:

https://www.vinhandalishow.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto/id939293583

https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Power-of-Habit-Audiobook/B007C64916?source_code=GPAGBSH0508140001&ipRedirectOverride=true&gclid=CjwKCAjw57exBhAsEiwAaIxaZkIHxjSXTLaTzz05KJgp9YyManVYczevEAtm5R8tFFLF7zjcoCZi7BoCVLgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Well one of us got the MWYF community talking again, you can guess which one. We recap the ups and downs of leather working, trips to different countries, and spend a little time talking about our good friends over at Menards. Saddle up and let's get chatting.

A not so seamless attempt to try a new recording platform. We do have some good content in here (believe it or not) and talk abrasives.

No intros were harmed in the making of this podcast. Dog kennels and k cup machines on the brain, the fellas are back at it to talk shop.

The shop talk is with an eye on design. Sketch up, Fusion 360, and why. The guys get into the weeds, per usual, which unearths some stuff that we didn't know about each other.

Last podcast until Matt gets back from his trip.  He has plenty to do before he goes, will he get it done?  Listen in an find out what the plan is. 

The winter weather caused nothing but slowdowns here, so we are leaning into it and talking about snow removal. Yup, snow removal. Little did you know that people can talk for almost an hour about this topic but we did and you know what else, it's freaking riveting.

2024 BABY! Oak and Steel is hard charging to start the year. Matt's at the farm. Michael's revitalized and even considering a MWYF2024 project.

JUST DO IT!

That is a wrap on 2023. We put a bow on what has been a BUSY year. Cheers to all of your that have listened and for a little R and R to end the year. Happy Holidays, just not a Happy New Years...

We recap the year and talk about some end of the year projects. A little Pumpkin Pie talk. And we are about to put a bow on 2023!

If you are wondering what Michael is talking about with the vice jaws, here is a link:

https://www.snapjaws.com/

Still feeling a little Grinchy, the boys talk about some of the things they are eyeing up for Christmas this year. We find out where things stand on the "Die Hard" saga along with a lot more.

Matt and Michael are on different ends of the spectrum when it comes to this time of the year. Like usual, its a little shop talk and then a whole lot of Midwesterners yacking about whatever else.

No one knows how to navigate like a dad in a corn maze, with tired kids in tow. Michael recaps his time in field. Matt rehashes is time in the barn. The boys are back to yacking after only one week. We hope you enjoy.

It has been a minute, but WE ARE BACK.

The guys stay on topic for the usual length of time and cover a load of different topics. GOOD TO BE BACK!

Barns, back issues, and work to be done.

The guys have a busy end of September, but some slower times are ahead for the Oak and Steel boys.

Barn updates, service calls, and a broken arm

Deep diving on some other podcast experiences and talking Dirty Jobs.  

A lot of work to get done in the next two weeks.  Let's get to work! 

The guys briefly stay on topic and then dive into a discussion on dining recommendations. Because you need to know what fuels these engines... right?

#bodybyCulvers

https://www.culvers.com/

Raising a barn... well the corner of one.

Matt has a question for Michael.

And a good minute of incoherent laughter.

Show links:

https://www.smartsheet.com/content/make-a-gantt-chart-apple-numbers

https://www.smartsheet.com/gantt-chart-excel-templates

Barns are getting fixed, machines are going out the door, the boys are busy.

Matt is BACK. Fresh off of getting hitched and chasing around the hills of Oregon. The guys talk about some new equipment on the content side of things.

Side note, Spotify took away my little musical spots... so I guess I need to make an intro and outro.

Looking for what we are talking about:

https://www.youtube.com/@ParkerWalbeck

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Alpha-ZV-E10-Interchangeable-Mirrorless/dp/B09BBLH4SG

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Alpha-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera/dp/B01M586Y9R/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2JDECYM2DPHFT&keywords=Sony+A6500&qid=1688920367&s=electronics&sprefix=sony+a6500%2Celectronics%2C95&sr=1-3

The guys catch up on what has been going on, Matt's big news coming up, and spend a little time talking about "kids these days". A few minutes of yelling at clouds never hurt anyone, right?

This episode of OAS (have we done this long enough yet to abbreviate?), the guys dive in on a load of topics. We find out their stance on how their coffee cup is treated. Matt talks about some of his shenanigans. And, a whole lot more.

The boys are BACK. Matt and Michael talk about their trips away, chat a little tool brand etiquette, and give you the low down on the "Midwest Good Bye".

Big thanks to the guys over at the Working Hands Podcast for giving us a shout out.

Mr. Make It Happen, Matt Sutter, talks about his time on his roof. Michael's "Hey, I gotta question for ya" asks about CNC work and it's place.

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The guys are back together to talk about projects, shop hygiene, bumps and bruises, and more.

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The boys recap their visit with the Working Hands Boys.  We catch up on what's going on and what's coming up.  AND we talk a little soup season.  Rosin up that bow, it's Oak and Steel time!!

After a practice episode, the guys are back talking shop.  A final stamp on the cookie chat.  And WHO would be the judges on your version of the Voice.  

Is it a hobby or a hustle?  What are you doing?

Matt has a few new toys to talk about. Updates all over the place. Let's go!

Apologies for the audio being a little wonky this week. We will get back on track next time!

Do iPhones catch fish? What happens when you truly go "off the grid"? Check out the latest episode of Oak and Steel to find out more.