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Self Made Pod
Hosted by 4 small business owners, this show deep dives into the ups and downs of owning your own business. All 4 hosts (Jef & Jess Behnke of @twomoosedesign, Mike Coffey of @coffeycustombuilds & Sam Raimondi of @diyhuntress) are content creators who make content around their respective businesses.
Episodes
61 episodes
Episode 61: Side, Side Hustle w/ Drew Witt
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we sit down with Drew Witt and hear how he went from being a pastor to a full-time woodworking YouTuber — not exactly the career path they tell you about in school. Drew talks about how woodworking hel...
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Episode 61
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Episode 60: THERE WILL BE NO EDITING!
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we cover a little bit of everything—from the ripple effects of tariffs on woodworking prices to the chaos of handling emergency projects and the joys (and headaches) of DIY electrical work in a van bui...
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Episode 60
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Episode 59: Yeah Brother
We’re back with more chaos, more pop-punk nostalgia, and more unhinged life updates. Sam’s still healing from her utility knife duel (spoiler: she lost), Jef’s knee-deep in reno projects, and Mike may or may not be building a business empire ou...
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Episode 59
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Episode 58: Spicy Sam & Business Mike
This one’s a ride. We dive face-first (literally) into health mishaps, van build setbacks, and the horror of utility knife injuries. Sam breaks her 35-year no-stitches streak, Mike becomes Business Mike™, and Jef debates whether to bri...
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Episode 58
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Episode 57: "I'm Always Right" - w/ Shara from Woodshop Diaries
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we welcome Shara from Woodshop Diaries for a great conversation about her journey into full-time woodworking, navigating social media, and the tricky art of pricing digital woodworking plans. Shara sha...
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Episode 57
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Episode 56: Self Made After Dark
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we’re switching things up with a late-night recording session—drinks in hand instead of our usual morning coffee. We chat about everything from Sam’s latest updates on her van renovation (including som...
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Episode 55
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Episode 55: Buckle The F*ck Up!
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we chat about everything from running our small businesses and dealing with tricky client interactions to navigating the constant rollercoaster of social media. We share frustrations about Instagram an...
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Episode 55
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Episode 54: It's Been A Journey
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we’re reflecting on our experiences at WorkbenchCon—a conference for creators, DIYers, and woodworking enthusiasts. We chat about how the event has evolved over the years, share some favorite moments, ...
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Episode 54
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Episode 53: Eggcelerated!
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we celebrate one year of podcasting with a mix of laughs, reflections, and plenty of random tangents. We chat about the ongoing egg crisis, the chaos of pet ownership, and share some personal stories—i...
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Episode 53
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Episode 52: Who's Pants Are These?
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we dig into the challenges of creating content in the woodworking space on YouTube. We talk about the importance of having a clear “why” behind our projects, making videos that connect with a broader a...
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Episode 52
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Episode 51: Jurass-kicked
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we kick things off with some laughs about eggs and dad jokes before diving into the real talk—figuring out income streams, content creation strategies, and the ups and downs of selling plans online. We...
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Episode 50: Joe Huntress
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we dive into the ups and downs of running a business, from dealing with tricky clients to figuring out pricing in a competitive market. We share personal stories about custom work challenges, the frust...
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Episode 49: Eggpocolypse
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we dive into everything from the egg shortage (because apparently, grocery shopping needed to be more complicated) to personal health updates and reflections on wellness. We also have some fun engaging...
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Episode 49
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Episode 48: Self Made Eggs
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we cover everything from the tragic (but kind of funny) end of Skelly the skeleton, who couldn’t survive a windstorm, to the excitement of future projects and adventures. We share laughs about Skelly’s...
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Episode 48
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Episode 47: Girl Pasta Dump Scene
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we’re kicking off the new year with a laid-back chat about everything from egg shortages (seriously, bird flu?) to custom projects and our shared love for coffee. It’s a mix of light laughs, personal s...
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Episode 47
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Episode 46: Tortellini Angels
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we reflect on how the podcast has evolved—from business-focused discussions to a more relaxed, humorous vibe. We share stories about creative projects, like woodworking and landscaping, and dive into t...
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Episode 46
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Episode 45: Hand Stuff W/ Erik Curtis & Larissa Huff
In this episode of Self Made Pod, we’re joined by Larissa and Erik for a fun and thoughtful conversation about woodworking, creativity, and life online. We kick things off with some laughs before diving into deeper topics like handling...
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Episode 45
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Episode 44: Popular At The Dump
In this episode, we dive into the chaos of the holidays, swap stories about personal projects, and share our hopes for renovations and woodworking in 2025. From deciding when to DIY or call in the pros to tackling clutter and finding better sto...
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Episode 44
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Episode 43: Abdominal Snowman
On this episode of Self Made Pod, we kick back and talk about how the podcast is changing, what we’ve been up to over the holidays, and some personal projects—like trying (and maybe failing) to build guitars.We get in...
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Episode 43
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Episode 42: Charlie Brown Tree
In this episode, we start off with some laughs and share our Thanksgiving stories, reflecting on gratitude and family traditions. We chat about getting into the Christmas spirit, from decorating to the yearly struggle of picking the perfect tre...
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Episode 42
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Episode 41: I Want My Money Back
In this episode, we dive into the many facets of content creation, from navigating the challenges of copyright laws and the burden of FTC disclosures to the pressures of producing holiday content. We share personal stories about our social medi...
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Episode 41
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Episode 40: Live. Laugh. Love.
In this episode, we catch up with Sam, who’s back from an amazing trip to Europe, exploring the UK and Amsterdam. We chat about the highs of traveling, the struggles of juggling work and vacation, and where things stand with Sam’s van build—inc...
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Episode 40
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Episode 39: Beefy Tees w/ Michael Alm
In this episode, we sit down with Michael Alm to chat about the ups and downs of pre-sale merchandise. We cover everything from making high-quality products to meeting customer expectations and building a real connection with your audience. Mic...
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Episode 39
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Episode 38: Cranky Mike
In this episode, we chat about the ups and downs of being a content creator on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. We get into the details of Instagram subscriptions, why staying consistent on YouTube is key, and how ad revenue affects our ch...
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Episode 38
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