First Age Woodworking

In this episode, Paul is honored to have David Treadway as his guest. David is a full time banker and very accomplished actor. Paul and David met in a book club that focused on the Lord of the Rings. David and Paul discuss the craft of acting, David's conversion to Catholicism, and their thoughts on modern cinema. If you stick around to the end, you will even hear us discuss our thoughts on the Lord of the Rings movies. I hope David's testimony will enrich your life as much as it has mine! Recommended sources that you can find some of David's work: -Theater of the Word Incorporated - This is an organization that David has helped with through the years with a mutual friend of ours, Kevin O'Brien: https://ondemand.ewtn.com/free/Home/Series/ondemand/video/en/theater-of-the-word -Socrates Meets Jesus - Here you can see David Portray Professor Nuance, which is one of the characters we discussed in this Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWxop3Kz8Fg -David also mentioned his friend, Maria Romine, who is an actress and has her own website that does pirate shows: https://www.swordsandroses.com/about-us

In this episode, Paul discusses the meaning and importance of Memorial Day.

In this episode, Paul reflects on one of his favorite characters, Faramir, from The Lord of the Rings. Paul shares some of what he learned from his LOTR book club as it relates to Faramir and the characteristics of a good man. Join us for a discussion of wisdom, courage, duty, and most importantly, love.

In this episode, Paul discusses how it is very hard to separate the various aspects that make up our lives from one another. Therefore, if we are going to do something, then we should do it to the best of our ability. Failure to do this seems to result in a rot of the soul. However, if we dedicate ourselves to the good in every aspect of our lives, then it can lead us from darkness to light.

In this episode, Paul speaks with an old war buddy, Josh Johnson. They reflect on their lives before, during, and after the Afghan War in 2010. Josh is an incredible man that has dedicated his life to the service and protection of others. He has accomplished this as a member of the military and the police force. Thank God for men like Josh Johnson!

In this episode, Paul discusses getting things back on track. He had to put Podcasting and woodworking on the back burner for a time. However, he is ready to begin discussing a variety of topics that revolve around philosophy and craftsmanship.

In this video, Paul discusses what all goes into a design by walking through his favorite piece of furniture, which was a table built for a church.

This episode is an audio version of a speech Paul delivered to the graduating seniors of Holy Trinity Catholic church. He was asked to speak by the man who organized the event, Greg Wellman. A big thanks go Greg for inviting Paul to speak and Betsy Minnich for introducing him.

Paul gives his thoughts on hand planes by discussing their purpose, what makes a good hand plane, and what to look for when buying a hand plane. This is not meant to be a course where Paul teaches anyone about how to use them, sharpen them, etc. It is more so aimed at trying to peak someone's interest in woodworking by showing how interesting and amazing the tools of a craftsman are.

In this episode, Paul reflects on Holy Week. He does this by discussing what this week means and the impact that it has on life going forward. He also discusses his goals with regard to teaching and woodworking for the year ahead.

Paul interviews his dear friend, Paul Szymczak. Paul Szymczak has had a profound impact on Paul's life. He is the person that first got Paul interested in woodworking by making him a keepsake chest. Paul Szymczak has acted as a mentor, fellow teacher, and great friend to Paul over the course of the past several years. In this episode the two discuss their thoughts on creativity and Paul Szymczak's life as a teacher and woodworker.

In this episode, Paul discusses his thoughts on creation, creativity, and how this has impacted him as a craftsman.