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I remember my first woodworking experiences and what drew me into the field more and more was the direct experience with the wood itself, the scent, the texture, the beauty inherent in nature …

Social Media Influencers Recent years have seen the exponential growth of talking heads and social media influencers in the so-called mass media and social-media platforms. There are still …

Every decade or two a “new” material becomes the darling of big business, investment capital, manufacturing, and promotion. The method of promotion is typically ubiquitous propaganda driving adoption. …

Greenwashing, Virtue Signaling, & BS Certifications If the first two plus decades of the 21st Century could be summed up in just seven or eight words, they would be: Ab …

Versatility: One Tool for Countless Jobs Odie’s Oil and Mr. Cornwall’s Super-Duper Oil were made for wood but soon discovered to be the most versatile finishes on the mark …