Off the Cut Podcast
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The One Where They Ram It | Off The Cut Podcast Episode 214
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Zac and Deric are flying solo this week! While Eric enjoys some time away, the guys get into the weeds on Zac’s new course (it’s like launching a ...
The One Where They Get Cattywampus | Off The Cut Podcast-Episode 213
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We finally solve the mysteries of the universe—or at least the ones involving aluminum cans and why your garage door is trying to kill you. We dive ...
The One Where We Boycott Bubly|Off The Cut Podcast Episode 212
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re officially declaring a boycott on Bubly—they took away our little tab greetings, and frankly, we’re taking it personal.Once we ...
The One Where They Run Out Of Tokens | Off The Cut Podcast Ep. 211
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be honest, half of this episode is just us battling the machines.Eric finally figures out why his gigabit internet is crawling (spoiler: mesh ...
The One Where They Put Up Trim | Off The Cut Podcast Ep. 210
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are back for Episode 210, and despite the technical gremlins trying to take down the live stream early on, we made it through. This week, Deric is ...
The One Where The Grid Collapses (Off The Cut Podcast Episode 209)
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Eric and Zac try to hold down the fort while Deric is soaking up the sun in Hawaii , and predictably, it ends with Eric's internet dying and a des...
The One Where They Find The Bleeder (Off The Cut Podcast Episode 208)
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We challenged Deric to keep up an Irish accent for the whole show, he didn't even last three seconds. We kick things off with a reality check on t...
The One Where They Spend A Fortune (Off The Cut Podcast-Episode 207)
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are bleeding money this week. Eric accidentally spends over $600 on just three sheets of walnut plywood after dealing with a breathless customer se...
The One Where They DONT Rig The Giveaway (Off The Cut Podcast-Episode 206)
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are investigating a potential crime ring in our own Patreon after the same person wins the giveaway... again. Are we rigging it? (Legally: No. Comi...
The One Where They Frame Prison Mike(Episode 205-Off The Cut Podcast)
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are kicking off this week with a massive confession: Eric accidentally stained... you know what, you'll have to listen to find out, it's ju...
The One Where They TEST The Algorithm (Episode 204-Off The Cut Podcast)
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We get deep in the weeds of YouTube strategy this week, debating whether ThumbnailTest.com is actually better than YouTube's native A/B testing to...
The One Where They Question Nano Banana (Episode 203-Off The Cut Podcast)
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are breaking down the "AI Lottery" theory—the idea that AI multiplies who you already are (so if you're a bad creator, you'll j...
The One Where They Go To Gridfinity And Beyond (Episode 202-Off The Cut Podcast)
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving into the cult of "Gridfinity" to decide if it’s actually the ultimate organization system or just a hobby that eats up 80 ho...
The One Where They Cook The Books (Episode 201-Off The Cut Podcast)
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Zac is back from exile (vacation), and we waste no time launching a conspiracy theory that the "Shop Sounds" podcast is inflating their give...
The One Where They... 200! (Episode 200-Off The Cut Podcast)
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We made it to Episode 200, and we celebrated by... getting rid of Zac? With the third host "exiled," Eric and Deric take the wheel to discus...
The One Where They Raw Dog It Internationally (Episode 1199)
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are on the brink of Episode 200, but first, we are going to commit international hot dog crimes. We discuss the genius (and legality) of a "Ho...
The One Where They Get Poke(d) Episode 198 -Off The Cut Podcast
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are kicking off the new year by discussing our "resolutions"—specifically the struggle to actually finish a project before starting the...
The One Where They Demand Green M&Ms (Episode 197-Off The Cut Podcast)
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are closing out the year by debating the ethics of selling 3D printed "dragons" at craft fairs and discussing when a maker business shoul...
The One Where They Crown The King Of Tools (Off The Cut-Episode 196)
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are wrapping up the year with the ultimate Showdown, a March Madness-style bracket to crown the absolute best power tool brand. We randomly assign ...
The One Where They Play Jeopardy (Episode 195-Off The Cut Podcast)
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is finally time for the "Sawdust Showdown!" We turn the podcast into a Jeopardy-style trivia game where Eric and Zac battle it out over c...
The One Where They Bankrupt Grandma
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are getting into the holiday spirit by discussing the beauty of "flat presents" (checks from grandma) and our secret strategies for deali...
The One Where They Get Crusty (Episode 193)
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are still recovering from Thanksgiving, which means we have strong opinions about leftover turkey and the tragedy of store-bought pies with lacklus...
The One Where They Can't Read (Episode 192)
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We kick things off with a dental emergency caused by a bad habit before diving into a deep debate about shop safety gear—specifically, whether those...
The One Where They Packed Out (Episode 191)
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving into the ultimate holiday gift guide for makers, but things quickly turn into a heated debate about shop organization. We discuss whethe...
The One Where They Stick To the Script (Episode 190)
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eric ran off to romp in the woods with his wife, so for Episode 190, we can do whatever we wanted all night long!We had a little fun, covering everyth...
The One Where They SPORTS!! (Episode 189)
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we dive into everything from viral content and controversial sports calls to tech upgrades, shop hacks, and the frustrations of Amazon!Tech ...
The One Where They Judge Your Home (Main Show 188)
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are back with episode 188, Eric, Zac and Deric share their latest building blunders, biggest pet peeves and judge your house.Eric shares the dramat...
The One Where They Call 9-1-1
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eric gets the cops called on him while attempting to repair his iPhone 12 mini, Zac calls the cops on his neighbors and Deric has to pick a new tool r...
The One Where They Mow4Less
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deric was MIA this week, but Zac and Eric partied like it was 2022 and managed to pull off an entertaining show for you all the same. Not to worry, we...
The One Where They Use Dumbwaiters (Episode 185)
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back with Episode 185, and this week we're diving into the madness of Amazon's multiple Prime Days, don’t people just buy what we ne...
The One Where They Talk Shop With Bill Burkel
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another week in the shop and another episode of the Off The Cut Podcast, we welcome special guest and sponsor Bill Burkel from WTB Woodworking. We div...
The One Where They Get Jiggy (Episode 183)
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're coming to you, just a few weeks before Zac’s wedding, and we're not stressed at all... mostly. We dive into the world of 3D printing, ...
The One Where They Go To Texas (Episode 182)
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Deric recaps his experience at the Texas Woodworking Festival. Sharing who he met, the interesting products he discovered, and the value of ...
The One Where They Have No Filter (Episode 181)
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've been making some big moves lately, including getting the podcast listed on IMDB and launching a new Spencley Design Co. Shopify discount cod...
The One Where They Get Splintered (Episode 180)
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We delved into Zach's current project, an educational course on console modification. He plans to make the course engaging but not boring, much li...
The One Where They Get Cantankerous (Episode 179)
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking about YouTube's new "Hype" button, the frustrations of IT support, and why trusting a handyman from places like Angie's List and Task Ra...
The One Where They Scam The Scammers (Ep 178)
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the wild world of online scams! We're talking about everything from ridiculously professional-looking emails from "Sony" th...
The One Where They Go Shot For Shot (Ep 177)
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 177 of the Off The Cut podcast, we go shot for shot, we jump right into some hot topics from the tool and content creation worlds. Kicking ...
The One Where They Name Zac's Tool (Ep 176)
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full crew is finally back! In this week's episode, join Zac, Deric, and Eric as we dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering everything from ou...
The One Where They Call Out Creators (Ep 175)
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Eric is on vacation and Deric gets big thanks for his genius idea that helped Zac perfect his 3D-printed soldering fume extractor, making i...
The One Where They Swab The Troughs (Ep 174)
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zac is back from his European adventures, and we immediately put him on the hot seat to confirm he didn't elope (spoiler: he didn't, but it cr...
The One Where They Front Load W/Scott Walsh (Ep 173)
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, with Zac still MIA, Scott Walsh fills in for a record 7th time! (and the second longest Aftershow ever!)This week, Scott dives deep into th...
The One Where They Are Deep... Deep In The Shag W/Keith Johnson (Ep 172)
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, with Zac MIA, we are joined by guest Keith Johnson for Episode 172 of "Off The Cut"! This week, Eric continues his grievances wit...
The One Where They Hunt For Intimidation (Ep. 171)
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome our newest sponsor, Bill Burkle at WTB Woodworking, who's absolutely crushing it with his expanding physical store and a huge...
The One Where They Go Ultrasonic (Ep. 170)
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We pull back the curtain on video editing, including how we "fake it till we make it" with B-roll. We're geeking out over 3D printer filaments, especi...
The One Where They Get Hooked On Craft! (Ep. 169)
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eric, Zac and Deric jump right into the "painting woes" of finishing woodworking projects, discussing the pros and cons of different finishe...
The One Where They Fart... For Science!
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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The One Where They Reuse Paint Tray Liners (Ep. 167)
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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The One Where They Haggle (Episode 166)
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are back with a fresh episode; discussing a recent large-scale building project, working with young tradespeople and a non-profit. We also touch on...
The One Where They Sell Their Streaming Rights (Ep165)
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What fuels our creative fire? This week, Zac and Eric explore motivation and the creator mindset, sharing what drives them to take on new projects and...
The One Where They Shop Small (Ep 164)
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Where's the best place to buy tools? The guys go head-to-head this week, comparing big box stores (Home Depot, Lowes), traditional hardware stores...
The One Where They Get A Pat Down (Ep 163)
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eric is back! We catch up with Eric and hear all about his adventures in the American Southwest, and a new feud with a certain airline, should we just...
Ep. 162 - The One Where They Shove Eric Into The Grand Canyon
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While Eric tries not to get lost in the American southwest, Zac and Deric continue on with a new episode. We take the opportunity to discuss the ins a...
Ep. 161 - The One Where They Get Treated
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are back and doing slightly better than last week. Join them as they discuss Zac’s big outdoor patio project with Mark Rayson and MicroPro ...
Ep. 160 - The One Where They Sign Autographs
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join the guys this week as they dive into a variety of topics, from 3D printing products on demand and the struggles of tax season to eye infections a...
Ep. 159 - The One Where They Palletize Themselves
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Off The Cut! In this week's live episode, we kick things off with some of our signature pre-show banter. Then we attempt to put on a s...
Ep. 158 - The One Where They Put The Robots To Work
05 Apr 2025
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Ep. 157 - The One Where They Make Shop Sounds With Jason Hibbs and Keith Johnson
30 Mar 2025
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Ep. 156 - The One Where They Swap Shoes
22 Mar 2025
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Ep. 155 - The One Where They Talk About Nothing With Keith Johnson @kjsawdust
15 Mar 2025
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Ep. 154 - The One Where They Finally Become Loyal
08 Mar 2025
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Ep. 153 - The One Where They Shoplift
01 Mar 2025
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Ep. 152 - The One Where They Get Salty
22 Feb 2025
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Ep. 151 - The One Where They Leave Their Fly Down
15 Feb 2025
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Ep. 150 - The One Where They Squeeze One Out
08 Feb 2025
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Ep. 149 - The One Where They Get Screwed By Big Furniture
01 Feb 2025
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Ep. 148 - The One Where They Discuss Everything BUT Plugs With Scott Walsh @scottydwalsh
25 Jan 2025
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Ep. 147 - The One Where They Try Biscuits With John Sexton @biscuittreewoodworks
18 Jan 2025
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Ep. 146 - The One Where They Do It TWICE
11 Jan 2025
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Ep. 145 - The One Where They Spill The Honey
28 Dec 2024
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Ep. 144 - The One Where They Learn About Amazon
21 Dec 2024
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Ep. 143 - The One Where They Raw Dog It
14 Dec 2024
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Ep. 142 - The One Where They Fondle Their Links
07 Dec 2024
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Ep. 141 - The One Where They Meet The Boss With Nick Starrett @bossdogwoodglue @nickscustomwoodworks
30 Nov 2024
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Ep. 140 - The One Where They Dive Into a Big Controversy
26 Nov 2024
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Ep. 139 - The One Where They Don't Meet The Cookie Deficit
16 Nov 2024
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Ep. 138 - The One Where They Start A Boy Band
09 Nov 2024
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Ep. 137 - The One Where They Tape A Knife To The End Of A Stick
02 Nov 2024
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Ep. 136 - The One Where They Thread The Needle
26 Oct 2024
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Ep. 135 - The One Where They Drench It
19 Oct 2024
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Ep. 134 - The One Where They Return
11 Oct 2024
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Ep. 133 - The One Where They Discover The Tripod Principle
21 Sep 2024
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Ep. 132 - The One Where They Flip The Switch
14 Sep 2024
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Ep. 131 - The One Where They
07 Sep 2024
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Ep. 130 - The One Where They Act Like They Love Scott Walsh
31 Aug 2024
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Ep. 129 - The One Where They Lose It Over A Toaster
24 Aug 2024
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Ep. 128 - The One Where They Investigate A Racoon Head
17 Aug 2024
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Ep. 127 - The One Where They Lead With The Meat
10 Aug 2024
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Ep. 126 - The One Where They Are WRONG With Clayton Juarez @theweekendbuilder
03 Aug 2024
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Ep. 125 - The One Where They Make An Emergency Landing
27 Jul 2024
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Ep. 124 - The One Where They Ramp a Prius
20 Jul 2024
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Ep. 123 - The One Where They Practice Professional Polygamy
13 Jul 2024
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Ep. 122 - The One Where They Do It 10% Different With Logan Newman @newmanspecialswoodwork
06 Jul 2024
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Ep. 121 - The One Where They Expose Fake YouTubers
29 Jun 2024
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Ep. 120 - The One Where They Cut It Up
22 Jun 2024
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Ep. 119 - The One Where They Tell The Truth About AG1
15 Jun 2024
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Ep. 118 - The One Where They Barf Through The Regulator
08 Jun 2024
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Ep. 117 - The One Where Eric and Zac Abandon Deric
01 Jun 2024
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This week, Deric, is stepping up to take the lead while Eric and Zac are on vacation & interviewing 6 of our most die hard fans: Joe @thedela...
Ep. 116 - The One Where Jason Wears Eric's Shoes
25 May 2024
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Ep. 115 - The One Where Suman Loses His Wood
18 May 2024
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Tonight we are joined by special friends of the podcast, Suman @WoodcraftBySuman and Scott Walsh @ScottWalshWoodworking ! Unlock the aftershow and to...