The Maker’s Quest

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   1. How To Stay Curious to Stay Creative

   In this episode, the guys talk about the power of staying curious and how it will help you stay creative in your journey as a  maker.Show notes: https://www.themakersquest.com/how-to-stay-curious-to-stay-creative Hosted byGreg Porterhttps://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitarsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarageBrian Benhamhttps://www.brianbenham.com/Brian On Instagram: https://www.instagra

   May 26,2023 01:07:04
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   2. Gathering Inspiration For Designs - EP15

   In today's episode, Brian and Greg Talk about different techniques for gathering inspiration for their designs and then iterating from basic design principles to more abstract concepts and techniques.Show Notes:https://www.themakersquest.com/gathering-insperation-for-designs-ep15Hosted byGreg Porterhttps://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitarsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarageBrian Benhamh

   Apr 28,2023 01:00:25
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   3. Lean How to Lean EP14

   In this episode, Brian and Greg talk about how learning new things by learning how to learn.Setting aside preconceived notions about what you think something is about will help you approach learning with an open mind. Then they talk about Chat GPT and how to use it to help us learn and become better critical thinkers. Show notes: https://www.themakersquest.com/learn-how-to-learn-ep14Hosted byGreg Porterhttps://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/YouTu

   Mar 24,2023 01:05:48
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   4. How Makers Handle Challenges - EP13

   In this episode, we talk about how makers handle challenges. We talk about acquiring tools, acquiring skills, acquiring new clients, and how social media algorithms are diluting creativity.Website: https://www.themakersquest.com/ Greg Porter https://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitars YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarageBrian Benham https://www.brianbenham.com/Brian On Instagram: https://w

   Feb 24,2023 01:01:19
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   5. Building Motorcycles With Eric Gorges From The Craftsman’s Legacy - EP12

   We Talked with Eric Gorges about designing and building Motorcycles and his show on PBS, The Craftsman's Legacy, where he seeks out other master craftspeople to get at a taste of their craft and learn from their experiences.Show Noteshttps://www.themakersquest.com/building-motorcycles-with-eric-gorges-from-the-craftsmans-legacy-ep12You can find more about Eric Gorges At:The Craftsman's Legacy on InstagramVoodoo Choppers on InstagramWebsites http://voodoochoppers.com/ and https://www.craftsmansle

   Jan 27,2023 01:11:37
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   6. Eat Your Own Dog Food to Design Better - EP11

   In this episode, we talk about the phrase by Microsoft Manager Paul Maritz. Eat Your Own Dog Food. You should use and live with your own designs to know they are good. Test your design out, and iterate on better versions. Full Show Noteshttps://www.themakersquest.com/eat-your-own-dog-food-to-design-better-ep11

   Dec 16,2022 59:51
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   7. Bernie From WorksbySolo on Inventing With A Creative Mind

   In this episode, we talk with Bernie from @WorksbySolo about inventing with a creative mind. You Can find more about Berni at https://www.worksbysolo.com/ Your Podcast Hosts are:Greg Porterhttps://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitarsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarageBrian Benhamhttps://www.brianbenham.com/Brian On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benham_design/YouTube: https://www.you

   Oct 28,2022 01:01:12
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   8. Make It Work With What You Got

   In this episode, we talk about how to get the job done with the tools and skills we have on hand, even if they are not right for the job.How Notes Make it Work With What You GotHosted byGreg Porterhttps://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitarsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarageBrian Benhamhttps://www.brianbenham.com/Brian On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benham_design/YouTube: https:/

   Sep 23,2022 59:19
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   9. Andy Birkey Preserving History as an Architectural Restore EP8

   In this episode, we talk with Andy Birkey, who works as an Architectural Restoration Specialist, restoring old churches and gothic-style buildings in central Illinois. He has a wealth of knowledge, skill, and a loving spirit for all things.Andy Birkey's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andy_birkey/His YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/AndyBirkey Maker The Makers's Quest Website: https://www.themakersquest.com/ Greg Porter https://skyscraperguitars.com/Greg On Instagram: https://www.in

   Aug 26,2022 59:28
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    10. The Fudge Factor and Understanding Accumulative Error

     In this episode, the guys talk about The Fudge Factor and allowing for accumulative error in both your work and planning out your work.  Where do you hide the attentional errors or discrepancies, and how to prevent them? Website: https://www.themakersquest.com/ Greg Porter https://skyscraperguitars.com/ Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitars YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarage Brian Benham https://www.brianbenh

    Jul 29,2022 59:36
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    11. Machining With Tony Rouleau EP6 - The Makers Quest Podcast

    In this episode, we are joined by a professional machinist From Hillview Wood & Metal, Tony Rouleau.  Tony designs and manufactures heirloom tools for all types of craftspeople, from woodworkers to other machinists.  His dedication to quality, style, and a high level of functionality in the tools he makes is unmatched. You can find out more about him and the tools he makes at:Website: https://www.hillviewtool.com/Instagram @hillview_toolhttps://www.instagram.com/hillview_tool/Facebook: https://w

    Jun 24,2022 58:10
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    12. Developing Design Ideas EP5 The Makers Quest Podcast

    In this episode, we talk about developing new design ideas and how we present them to our clients. https://www.themakersquest.com/

    Jun 10,2022 50:41
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    13. Drawing On The Right Side Of The Brain - Betty Edwards EP4

    In This episode we talk about the book by Betty Edwards, Drawing On The Right Side Of The Brain. How to turn the left side of your brain off so the right side can show through and be more creative as well as learn to draw better.Show Noteswww.themakersquest.com 

    Apr 29,2022 53:52
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    14. The Over-simplification of Needing 10,000hrs to Master A Skill - EP3

    In today's podcast, we talk about the oversimplification of Malcolm Gladwell's theory that you need 10,000 hours to master a skill. It is more complex of a theory than you think.

    Mar 25,2022 48:04
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    15. Turning Points in our Makers Journey - Pricing Work Better & Increase Skills & Output EP2

    In this episode we talk about turning points in our journey as makers, touching on several topics about how to price your work better, stop doing bids for free, and invest in yourself to increase your skills and shop infrastructure.   https://www.themakersquest.com/

    Feb 18,2022 49:10
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    16. Episode 1: How We Became Makers - EP1

    Welcome to the Maker's Quest Podcast.  This is our first episode, so please join us to find out more about who we are, what we make, how we make, and our quest to make more.Please visit our blog for the Show Notes How We Became Makers - EP1Website:  https://www.themakersquest.com/

    Jan 21,2022 36:04