Modern Craftsman
Modern Craftsman
The Modern Craftsman is a podcast for builders who think beyond the jobsite. Hosted by Nick Schiffer and Tyler Grace, this show explores what it takes to build a better business, a stronger team, and a more sustainable career in the trades.
Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.
Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.
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Jul 11, 2022 • 2h 11min
#221 Jimmy Diresta DESIGNER. BUILDER. MAKER.
Jimmy Diresta the godfather of maker content joins Nick and Tyler to talk about everything from making money to hating kids. https://jimmydiresta.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/jimmydiresta Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://linktr.ee/themoderncraftsman Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jul 4, 2022 • 2h 36min
#Revisiting Norm Abram
Norm Abram, a legendary woodworker known for his iconic shows, shares the highlights of his 60-year career. He recounts the evolution of 'This Old House' and the importance of educating homeowners about renovations. Norm discusses building his own house and the unique challenges he faced in Nantucket. The conversation dives into mentorship's role in the trades and the critical need for practical education for future generations. He emphasizes the joy of craftsmanship and the impact of young apprentices on the industry.
Jun 27, 2022 • 2h 14min
#220 Chief Performance Officer Steve Canter
Steve Canter is the Chief Performance & Safety Officer at Sweenor Builders (This Old House). Steve talks about his depth chart for performers in the company and knowing where everyone ranks. https://www.instagram.com/canterzone/ https://www.instagram.com/sweenor_builders/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://linktr.ee/themoderncraftsman Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jun 20, 2022 • 2h 10min
#219 Architect Brenda Izen
Brenda Izen is an Architect and owner of Izen Architecture out of Toronto. https://www.instagram.com/izenarchitecture/ https://izenarch.ca/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ *Merch https://shop.upstatemerch.com/themoderncraftsmanpodcast/shop/home Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jun 13, 2022 • 2h 6min
#218 Clark & Co Custom Homes
Emily & Dan Clark own Clark and Co Homes and build custom homes in Idaho. https://www.instagram.com/clarkandcohomes/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ *Merch https://shop.upstatemerch.com/themoderncraftsmanpodcast/shop/home Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
May 23, 2022 • 1h 58min
#217 Loren Wood Builders
Loren Wood owner of Loren Wood Builders went from 2 employees to 65 two years ago. https://www.instagram.com/lorenwoodbuilders/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ *Merch https://shop.upstatemerch.com/themoderncraftsmanpodcast/shop/home Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
May 16, 2022 • 2h 3min
#216 Commitment with Mike Telich
Mike Telich owner of Telich Custom Homes. http://telichcustomhomes.com Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ *Merch https://shop.upstatemerch.com/themoderncraftsmanpodcast/shop/home Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
May 9, 2022 • 2h 13min
#215 Essential Craftsman
Scott Wadsworth is the Essential Craftsman. Where to find our guest: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzr30osBdTmuFUS8IfXtXmg https://essentialcraftsman.com/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ *Merch https://shop.upstatemerch.com/themoderncraftsmanpodcast/shop/home Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Apr 29, 2022 • 2h 9min
#214 Designer Drew Reilley
Drew Reilley is a partner of Slash creative agency. Designer for NS Builders and The Modern Craftsman. Where to find our guest: https://www.slash.wtf/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Apr 25, 2022 • 2h 20min
#213 Jacob Reinbold
Jacob Reinbold owner of Reinbold, Inc : Interior Renovation & Fine Tailored Woodwork operating out of Amarillo, Texas Where to find our guest: https://www.instagram.com/reinboldinc/ https://www.reinboldinc.com/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
