{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65a70f971a69290016a72737/6aac45dcbf7eb386d30aa403?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why We Don't Use Metric | WT615","description":"<p>On today’s show, we’re talking about whether it’s finally time to go metric, using live oak for a workbench and dining table, and the Jointmaker Pro.</p><p>Wood Talk is proudly sponsored by&nbsp;<a href=\"https://bit.ly/4tFHoGv\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Woodcraft</a>, your trusted source for quality woodworking machines and power tools. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for your next upgrade, they’ll help you find the right tools to power your woodworking.</p><p>Use code&nbsp;<strong>WT2026</strong>&nbsp;for 10% off regularly priced merchandise. Cannot be combined with other offers, exclusions apply.</p><p>The show is also supported by the generous contributions of our patrons. You can support the show and get the ad-free version at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/woodtalk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Patreon.com/woodtalk</a>.</p><p>This week, we thank:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>John Emerson</li><li>Chris</li><li>Tim Dahl</li></ul><p>Sign up for the&nbsp;<a href=\"https://twwg.kit.com/94f711bd6f\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Wood Talk Newsletter</a>.</p><p><strong>What’s on the Bench</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Marc has been working on maker space upgrades and PM2000 fixes.</li><li>Matt is getting ready for sawing.</li><li>Shannon is doing fall cleaning, and his air filter finally gave up.</li></ul><p><strong>Kickback</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Kyle follows up on the smoke detector question from episode 614. He installed a&nbsp;<a href=\"https://flamedetector.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">flame detector</a>&nbsp;in his garage because he has lawn care batteries, two EVs, and a whole-home battery backup in there. It detects actual flame instead of smoke, and it sends him a phone notification.</li></ul><p><strong>Questions</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Mick Monahan asks whether it’s finally time to switch woodworking over to the metric system.</li><li>John Emmerson asks whether California live oak makes sense for a Roubo workbench, a dining table, and whether its density affects the finishing plan.</li><li>Lars asks Shannon when he actually uses the Jointmaker Pro and whether it earns its keep in a shop that already has a full set of tools.</li></ul><p><strong>Links and Resources</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://bit.ly/4tFHoGv\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Woodcraft</a></li><li><a href=\"https://twwg.kit.com/94f711bd6f\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Wood Talk Newsletter</a></li><li><a href=\"https://flamedetector.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Flame Detector</a></li></ul><p><strong>Woodcraft Deals</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>All Rikon bandsaws are 10% off through September 30.</li><li>Starrett bandsaw blades are 20% off through September 30.</li></ul><p><strong>Local Woodcraft Events and Classes</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>September 18 and 19, participating Woodcraft stores:</strong>&nbsp;Kreg Demo Days.</li><li><strong>September 19, Richmond, Virginia:</strong>&nbsp;<em>Art of the Blade Festival</em>.</li><li><strong>September 24, Columbus, Ohio:</strong>&nbsp;<em>Turning a Fishing Lure</em>.</li><li><strong>September 25 through 29, New England:</strong>&nbsp;Alex Snodgrass continues his&nbsp;<em>Maximizing Your Bandsaw</em>&nbsp;tour.</li><li><strong>September 26, St. Louis, Missouri:</strong>&nbsp;Woodcraft’s&nbsp;<em>Maker’s Resource Event</em>&nbsp;with Marc Spagnuolo, the St. Louis Woodworkers Guild, and local makerspaces.</li><li><strong>Store Classes and Events:</strong>&nbsp;Check your local Woodcraft store at Woodcraft.com.</li></ul><p><strong>Contact the Show</strong></p><p>Send questions at&nbsp;<strong>woodtalkshow.com</strong>, find us on Instagram at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/woodtalkshow/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@woodtalkshow</a>, or send us a voicemail using your phone to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:woodtalkshow@gmail.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>woodtalkshow@gmail.com</strong></a>.</p><p>You can find the guys individually on Instagram at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/mattcremona/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@mattcremona</a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/woodwhisperer/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@woodwhisperer</a>, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/renaissancewoodworker/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@renaissancewoodworker</a>.</p><p>Thanks to Todd and Margaret.</p>","author_name":"The Wood Whisperer"}