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Phil Huber and John Doyle discuss woodworking topics and listener comments in a back-to-school edition of the ShopNotes Podcast.

Phil Huber and John Doyle are back for a special back-to-school edition of the ShopNotes Podcast. This week, they dig into listener comments on radial arm saws, cabinet joinery, woodworking books, and even the ongoing Buc-ee’s debate. They also share what’s happening around the Woodsmith shop, including upcoming events, new tools spotted at IWF, Phil’s finishing course and desk build, and John’s latest outdoor chair project. Plus, there’s plenty of talk about shop maintenance, bandsaw surprises, and the busy woodworking season ahead. To find out more information on the topics discussed on the podcast, check out our show notes page: https://www.woodsmith.com/podcast/

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