Passion for Craft | Episode 107: Corinthian Columns Are Too Hard

Brent discusses the obstacles his company had to overcome and the hoops they had to jump through to coordinate the construction of a 3 foot corinthian column. The guys talk about why you should never do this... and how they're planning on doing a doric and ionic one too.

Passion for Craft | Episode 103: Historical Detectives: Home Restoration (ft. David Supple)

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The guys are back in Boston! Listen in as they connect with David Supple, owner of an architectural design and remodeling company in Boston. They discuss the origin of the ICAA, and do some history sleuthing of a home that was owned by one of the Minutemen and modified over the years.

Passion for Craft | Episode 102: Should I Become an Architect?

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Brent and Jackson cover the topic of architecture. Where did it begin? How does it play into building today? What are some misunderstandings and problems in the industry?

Passion for Craft | Episode 101: Deep Dive into Cladding

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In this episode Jackson and Brent go into detail on the history and background of cladding. This is a part of building that has been "over-engineered" by new products and would be well served by looking to the past.

Passion for Craft | Episode 99: How to Make Money in Craft

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How do you break into the world of craft? How do you set yourself up for success? In this episode, Brent and Jackson discuss these questions and more all circling around the commonly requested topic: making money in craft.

Passion for Craft | Episode 98: What Brent DIDN'T Learn at NBSS

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Brent's long career began at North Bennet Street School and he considers the things he learned there the bedrock upon which he built the rest of his mastery... So what was learned during his time there and what did he have to dive deeper on and learn after?

Passion for Craft | Episode 97: How to Build a Pediment

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Jackson tries to build a pediment and needs Brent's help. Brent takes him step by step through the process and they only hit a few bumps along the way. Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Viewrail.

Passion for Craft | Episode 96: France Wrap Up

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Jackson and Brent address some unanswered questions of Jackson's about the philosophical side of building that he saw in France. They also have a brief catchup about NBSS.

Passion for Craft | Episode 95: Jackson Goes to France

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Join us as Jackson talks about his trip to France and what his takeaways were as he comes back to the states.

Passion for Craft | Episode 94: Roast My House

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Brent and Jackson totally DESTROY all the bad home trends right now... not really. Join Brent and Jackson as they talk about common design failings that Brent sees commonly in his consulting work with people and their homes.

Passion for Craft | Episode 93: Ins and Outs of Building

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Brent and Jackson are late to the trend, but they go over what is or should be in and out of building for 2025. We'd love to hear from you: What are your "ins and outs?"

Passion for Craft | Episode 92: The Five Voices

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Jackson talks about team building using a tool from giantworldwide.com. This company is so helpful and it has changed how I (Jackson) have led my teams, I would encourage anyone who this even remotely interested to check them out.