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In this episode, Grant & Jessy are joined by Joel Camassar of Chapman Manufacturing to talk about the challenges of creating products that are truly made in America. Join us to talk about supplier issues, just in time manufacturing, the importance of quality tools, and why those bulk drill bits from China are SO terrible. Want 15% off a Chapman  Master Screwdriver Set? Use code CLAMP24 during checkout! >>>>>>>2024 CLAMP Challenge The 2024 CLAMP Challenge is now open! Share your clamp-related project on Instagram and tag us @clampcast and use the hashtag #CLAMPchallenge2024. (Both for in process shots and the final project!) Last day to enter is April 30th. Mentions:   @HouseMadeUS  @katzcreates @gnomehammerforge   CLAMPmendations: Joel: buy a molcajete!Jessy: Anything Goes Contest winners on InstructablesGrant: Silverhair And Sawdust  Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp Southern Support the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam, Grant & Jessy catch up after missing a week of recording. Also discussed: things we wanted to be when we were kids, weaving looms, making decisions as a hormonal teenager, bigfin squid, powder coating and more! P.S. Jessy said the loom had been there a couple days. She meant YEARS. Mentions: Audrey Obscura Griffin MakesMaker CampStephanie from Uncommon OutpostDave BauerBigfin squid link CLAMPmendations: Grant: 65ford "Old Oven Into Shop Heater"Adam: Key & Peele "When a Text Conversation Goes Very Wrong"Jessy: Honus on Instructables & Instagram Ask Us Anything question: "Out of the things you've made, what are you most proud of?" - @time.capsule.scratch.builds Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp Southern Support the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam & Grant are joined by Nick Tobin (@pickle_kutterz) to talk about making things you like and charging enough to make it worth it. Also discussed: toenails, closing cabinets, and getting hacked. Check out Nick's work: https://picklekutterz.comFacebookInstagram Mentions:  Work For It podcastHellrazr BBQHouseMadeUncommon OutpostGnome Hammer ForgeApril Wilkerson West Coast Customs CLAMPmendations: Nicholas: Maritime Knife Supply  Adam: "Everyone On This Train Is A Suspect" bookGrant: @matthiaswandel - "YouTube channel got hacked: how, timeline, and recovery."  Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp SouthernSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

This week, Adam, Grant & Jessy get off-topic and answer some questions from Adam. Topics include: interviews, learning French, greatest fears, favorite curse words, Blockbuster, and more. Support CLAMP: Join our Discord Buy our Merch Follow us on Instagram Mentions:  Jimmy Diresta Gnome Hammer Forge TFTurningCLAMPmendations: Adam - American Nightmare on NetflixJessy - Momos75 on InstructablesGrant - Andrew Richard Makes: Crafting My Ultimate Woodworking Workbench: Unveiling My Masterpiece!Ask Us Anything question: "What inspired you to start podcasting?" - @davebauerartThank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp SouthernSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode of CLAMP, Adam, Grant & Jessy talk about when things don't go as planned. Can you really prepare for the unexpected? Support CLAMP: Join our Discord Buy our Merch Follow us on Instagram Mentions:  Uncommon Outpost Mancrafting HouseMadeAl's Hack ShackFools with Tools podcast Gnome Hammer Forge Dave Bauer CLAMPmendations: Grant: Enshitification Adam: The Sky King Jessy: Mikeasaurus (Mike Warren)  Ask Us Anything question:  "What's the best pet for a maker?" - @warrenmatten  Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp SouthernSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam, Grant & Jessy discuss things they've made while away from their home/workshops. Support CLAMP: Join our Discord Buy our Merch Follow us on Instagram Mentions: Andrew SzetoDean DuplantisGnome Hammer ForgeHouseMadeDave BauerMaking Problems to Solve podcast Working Hands podcast Make What You Fear #MWYF2024Ethan CarterInstructablesMaker CuisinePhilip PullmanNick Offerman Tsugumi Ohba CLAMPmendations: Adam: Silent NightJessy: Brooklyntonia on InstructablesGrant: Grow NOLAWorksAsk Us Anything question: "Who is your favorite author? Why?" - @dwwoodbuildsThank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp Southern Support the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam, Grant & Jessy chat with Ryan from Gnome Hammer Forge about staying passionate. Join us to hear his tips for avoiding burnout while growing a business! Follow Ryan on Instagram & Tiktok.  Mentions:  Loen Design BambuAutodesk FusionI Like to Make StuffEstwing High Caliber CraftsmanHarbor Freight Warwood Tool Hoffman BlacksmithingHousemadeJimmy DiRestaBroadbeck IronworksKeith Decent Work For It podcastWorking Hands podcast Make/shift podcastMaritime Knife Supply CLAMPmendations: Grant: Doctor WhoRyan: Howling Winds Axe and Tool Jessy: Sam Smith's Tiny Desk Concert Adam: James Randall, GTA roleplaying Ask Us Anything question: "Where do you get inspiration? Museums? Pinterest? IG feed? Craft shows? IKEA?" - @overallmakerworksSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam, Grant & Jessy have all the technical issues. They also chat about how 2023 went and what they're looking forward to in 2024. Support CLAMP: Join our Discord Buy our Merch Follow us on Instagram Mentions:  Autodesk FusionLeah Learning Storyteller's Tavern Podcast Catskill Mountain Maker CampDean Duplantis Dean & Grant's Storyteller's Tavern episode Working Hands Podcast Rowsome DesignsDigitally Creative Podcast Maker's Waffle Podcast Keith Drennan earl3.xyz Workbench Con Printables Chris Powell Pi Hut Instructables  CLAMPmendations: Jessy: randomona on Instructables, randomonart on Instagram Adam: Cold Ones YouTube channelGrant: The Last of Us Part II Ask Us Anything question: "If you had to start over making, would you choose a new path?" - @phil_worx Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from DaSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

Unfortunately Grant and Jessy were unwell this week. We will see you on Jan 1st😁 Support the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam, Grant & Jessy discuss the concept of experts. How do you become an expert? How do you know an "expert" online is the real deal and not a conman? What are the differences between an expert and a know it all? Jessy note: I said Idaho but meant Utah. I never promised I was good at states. Support CLAMP: Join our Discord Buy our Merch Follow us on Instagram Mentions:  Mr Beast I Like to Make StuffCrime in Sports Instructables CLAMPmendations: Jessy: cfb70ok on Instructables & Instagram Adam: GIVE HIM RECOMMENDATIONSGrant: Ethan Carter Designs  Ask Us Anything question: "Refurbish or build from scratch?" - @warrenmatten Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp Southern Support the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

In this episode, Adam, Grant & Jessy are joined by the Wooden Maven, Char Miller-King, to learn more about teaching in the shop. P.S. Check out the Decatur Makers community makerspace! Here's a quick tour. Mentions: This Old HouseSawStopPenland School of CraftMaker CampThe Woodsmith Shop (Char is on the December 23rd episode)Woodworker's Guild of AmericaGeorge VondriskaPopular Mechanics Rockler CLAMPmendations: Jessy - Knot & Splice Char - Classical Pop Covers, Dip Night for Dinner, "Black Friend: Essays" by ZiweAdam - 60 Days In tv how Grant - Cochrane Kayak  Ask Us Anything question:  "What are the three primary chemical reactions in concrete?" - @dwwoodbuilds Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp SouthernSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.

This week, Adam, Grant & Jessy talk about putting all your eggs in one basket (or not). Should you maintain a social media presence across multiple platforms? Do you need your own website? Are newsletters still a thing? Want to give us your opinions on this episode? Join our Discord or reach out on Instagram!  Mentions: Instructables Bobo Design Studio OMG AI! WTF?!Brian of HouseMadeGithub PrintablesSawStop Chris of Full Steam Designs Make Shift podcast Penolopy BulnickThe Garage Avenger  CLAMPmendations: Grant - Ford vs Ferrari Jessy - Instructables Halloween Contest Adam - Matt Spears Ask Us Anything question: "What is your favorite screw thread type for clamps?" - @dwwoodbuilds  Thank you to our top patrons: Chad's Custom Creations David Wood from dwwoodbuildsBrad from I'm Gonna Make Joe Hrdina Scott Oram from Dad it Yourself DIY Jarrad Jenkins Miguel Angel Vilela Overall Makerworks Tripp SouthernSupport the showWhere to find us: Adam - @makermackey on Youtube and Instagram and at makermackey.com Grant - @thegrantalexander on Youtube and Instagram and at thegrantalexander.com Jessy - @jessyratfink on Instagram CLAMP - @clampcast on Instagram , on YouTube and at clampcast.com Want to support CLAMP? Check out our Patreon! Also, big thanks to TFTurning for the theme music.