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Join CNC expert Andy Bird on The CNC Show, a live late-show–style hangout where makers find inspiration, learn practical tips, and hear real shop stories. Each week features special guests, fun segments, and CNC tips that help beginners and side hustlers create projects they are proud of.

  1. Oct 9

    Is a $12K Laser Worth It? - LIVE with ‪Miller Made Workshop‬

    Philip from Miller Made Workshop joins Andy in the shop to talk lasers: what to ask yourself before you buy, the real difference between glass-tube CO2 and RF lasers, and why wattage isn’t the number that matters most. Philip runs both a $6K glass-tube laser and a $12K RF Thunder Laser, and he breaks down what you actually get for the extra money. That includes build quality, tube lifespan, air vs. water cooling, support, and downtime. If you run a CNC business and don’t have a laser yet, this one’s for you. In this episode: Andy’s recap of IWF 2026, including SawStop’s new bandsaw and Harvey’s blade-saving saw stop technologyHobby vs. business: the first question to ask before buying a laserGlass CO2 vs. RF: beam quality, detail, tube life, and replacement costsWhy an 80W RF can outperform a 100W glass tubeCNC-mounted lasers: when they make sense and when they don’tDiode vs. CO2 for branding large projectsLightBurn vs. manufacturer softwareA round of CNC Taboo: Philip and Andy vs. the live chatA CNC Kickstart course giveaway Find Philip:YouTube and Instagram: @MillerMadeWorkshopmillermadeworkshop.comMiller Hardware and Tools Learn more about anything mentioned in this episode: andybirdbuilds.com

  2. Sep 25

    Develop CNC Products That Sell - LIVE with Pete Squared ​

    Are you tired of chasing video trends and ready to build a real CNC business? In this Season 3 premiere of The CNC Show, Andy Bird sits down with tech and video game industry veteran Pete from @petesquared23 to uncover what it actually takes to bring original products to market. From his garage shop to managing massive teams at Apple, Pete shares his unique blueprint for turning creative energy into profitable, real-world manufacturing. In this episode, we dive into: Overcoming Creative Block: How to transition from a blank screen to a product you are passionate about making.Design vs. Manufacturing: When to prototype in your garage and how to find the right partner to safely scale your inventory.Failing Forward: The reality behind product winners (like the Lego Sorter) and the "losers" that taught hard lessons about profit margins.Feature Creep & Perfectionism: Why waiting for a 100% "perfect" design is stopping you from making money. Plus, stick around for our fan-favorite segment, "Guess the Price," where we break down the retail pricing of wood and 3D-printed products on Etsy, followed by a rapid-fire community Q&A on everything from editing G-code with AI to fixing machine problems! Get into your shop and make something you’re proud of!

  3. Jun 26

    How to Make Fun Money - LIVE with Paul from Bees Boards

    We talk shop with Paul from Bees Boards! Check out our brand new course, CNC Fun Money! https://thecncsidehustle.com/fun-money-special/Free ResourcesCNC Supply Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/supply-guide/Perfect Project Checklist - https://thecncsidehustle.com/checklist/Pricing For Maximum Profits Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/pricing-profits/Join my Free CNC community - https://discord.gg/UtRjnsurc4The full list of tools and supplies I recommend - https://www.andybirdbuilds.com/tools-i-useCourses and Training:Create Projects You’re Proud Of - https://thecncsidehustle.com/kickstart-special/Turn Your CNC Woodworking Into Income - https://thecncsidehustle.com/special/Live CNC Side Hustle Group Coaching - https://www.cnc.school/membershipCNC Machines I Recommend:Shapeoko - https://shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbuildsAvid - https://www.avidcnc.com/creatorGenmitsu 4040 Pro Max - https://tidd.ly/4kCoThtAdditional Resources I Recommend:IDC Router Bits - https://idcwoodcraft.com/?ref=ANDYBIRDVectric CAD/CAM software - https://vectric.com/andybirdLearn Vectric Software - SAVE 10% with code ANDYBIRD https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/MFYZkVCUVacuum Workholding - https://airweights.com/?ref=nnmqojogSave 10% with code ANDYBIRDAffiliate Disclaimer: A great way to support Andy Bird Builds is to purchase through the affiliate links above, you get what you need and I may receive a small commission.#cncwoodworking #cncmachine #cncrouters

  4. Jun 12

    Sell Out Your Craft Fairs This Summer! LIVE with Alex from Duffey Woodcraft ​

    Join us live as we chat craft fairs with  @DuffeyWoodcraft  Free ResourcesCNC Supply Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/supply-guide/Perfect Project Checklist - https://thecncsidehustle.com/checklist/Pricing For Maximum Profits Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/pricing-profits/Join my Free CNC community - https://discord.gg/UtRjnsurc4The full list of tools and supplies I recommend - https://www.andybirdbuilds.com/tools-i-useCourses and Training:Create Projects You’re Proud Of - https://thecncsidehustle.com/kickstart-special/Turn Your CNC Woodworking Into Income - https://thecncsidehustle.com/special/Live CNC Side Hustle Group Coaching - https://www.cnc.school/membershipCNC Machines I Recommend:Shapeoko - https://shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbuildsAvid - https://www.avidcnc.com/creatorGenmitsu 4040 Pro Max - https://tidd.ly/4kCoThtAdditional Resources I Recommend:IDC Router Bits - https://idcwoodcraft.com/?ref=ANDYBIRDVectric CAD/CAM software - https://vectric.com/andybirdLearn Vectric Software - SAVE 10% with code ANDYBIRD https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/MFYZkVCUVacuum Workholding - https://airweights.com/?ref=nnmqojogSave 10% with code ANDYBIRDAffiliate Disclaimer: A great way to support Andy Bird Builds is to purchase through the affiliate links above, you get what you need and I may receive a small commission.#cncwoodworking #cncmachine #cncrouters

  5. May 29

    Are you using the right bits for your project? LIVE with Cody from Jenny Bits

    Join us as we talk about bits with Cody from Cadence Manufacturing (Jenny Bits)Free ResourcesCNC Supply Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/supply-guide/Perfect Project Checklist - https://thecncsidehustle.com/checklist/Pricing For Maximum Profits Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/pricing-profits/Join my Free CNC community - https://discord.gg/UtRjnsurc4The full list of tools and supplies I recommend - https://www.andybirdbuilds.com/tools-i-useCourses and Training:Create Projects You’re Proud Of - https://thecncsidehustle.com/kickstart-special/Turn Your CNC Woodworking Into Income - https://thecncsidehustle.com/special/Live CNC Side Hustle Group Coaching - https://www.cnc.school/membershipCNC Machines I Recommend:Shapeoko - https://shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbuildsAvid - https://www.avidcnc.com/creatorGenmitsu 4040 Pro Max - https://tidd.ly/4kCoThtAdditional Resources I Recommend:IDC Router Bits - https://idcwoodcraft.com/?ref=ANDYBIRDVectric CAD/CAM software - https://vectric.com/andybirdLearn Vectric Software - SAVE 10% with code ANDYBIRD https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/MFYZkVCUVacuum Workholding - https://airweights.com/?ref=nnmqojogSave 10% with code ANDYBIRDAffiliate Disclaimer: A great way to support Andy Bird Builds is to purchase through the affiliate links above, you get what you need and I may receive a small commission.

  6. May 15

    Level up your Vectric skills - LIVE with Kyle from ‪Learn Your CNC‬

    Come ask Kyle your Vectric questions!Free ResourcesCNC Supply Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/supply-g...Perfect Project Checklist - https://thecncsidehustle.com/checklist/Pricing For Maximum Profits Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/pricing-...Join my Free CNC community -   / discord  The full list of tools and supplies I recommend - https://www.andybirdbuilds.com/tools-...Courses and Training:Create Projects You’re Proud Of - https://thecncsidehustle.com/kickstar...Turn Your CNC Woodworking Into Income - https://thecncsidehustle.com/special/Live CNC Side Hustle Group Coaching - https://www.cnc.school/membershipCNC Machines I Recommend:Shapeoko - https://shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbu...Avid - https://www.avidcnc.com/creatorGenmitsu 4040 Pro Max - https://tidd.ly/4kCoThtAdditional Resources I Recommend:IDC Router Bits - https://idcwoodcraft.com/?ref=ANDYBIRDVectric CAD/CAM software - https://vectric.com/andybirdLearn Vectric Software - SAVE 10% with code ANDYBIRD https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/21...Vacuum Workholding - https://airweights.com/?ref=nnmqojogSave 10% with code ANDYBIRDAffiliate Disclaimer: A great way to support Andy Bird Builds is to purchase through the affiliate links above, you get what you need and I may receive a small commission.

  7. Apr 17

    What makes creating with Vectric so powerful and simple? LIVE w/ Todd and Beki from @Vectric

    https://www.vectric.com/Free ResourcesCNC Supply Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/supply-guide/Perfect Project Checklist - https://thecncsidehustle.com/checklist/Pricing For Maximum Profits Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/pricing-profits/Join my Free CNC community - https://discord.gg/UtRjnsurc4The full list of tools and supplies I recommend - https://www.andybirdbuilds.com/tools-i-useCourses and Training:Create Projects You’re Proud Of - https://thecncsidehustle.com/kickstart-special/Turn Your CNC Woodworking Into Income - https://thecncsidehustle.com/special/Live CNC Side Hustle Group Coaching - https://www.cnc.school/membershipCNC Machines I Recommend:Shapeoko - https://shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbuildsAvid - https://www.avidcnc.com/creatorGenmitsu 4040 Pro Max - https://tidd.ly/4kCoThtAdditional Resources I Recommend:IDC Router Bits - https://idcwoodcraft.com/?ref=ANDYBIRDVectric CAD/CAM software - https://vectric.com/andybirdLearn Vectric Software - SAVE 10% with code ANDYBIRD https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/MFYZkVCUVacuum Workholding - https://airweights.com/?ref=nnmqojogSave 10% with code ANDYBIRDAffiliate Disclaimer: A great way to support Andy Bird Builds is to purchase through the affiliate links above, you get what you need and I may receive a small commission.#cncwoodworking #cncmachine #cncrouters

  8. Apr 6

    Gap-Free CNC Inlay Secrets - Live with Nik from Broinwood ​

    This week we sit down and chat about perfecting our CNC inlay projects with Nik from  @Broinwood  Free ResourcesCNC Supply Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/supply-guide/Perfect Project Checklist - https://thecncsidehustle.com/checklist/Pricing For Maximum Profits Guide - https://thecncsidehustle.com/pricing-profits/Join my Free CNC community - https://discord.gg/UtRjnsurc4The full list of tools and supplies I recommend - https://www.andybirdbuilds.com/tools-i-useCourses and Training:Create Projects You’re Proud Of - https://thecncsidehustle.com/kickstart-special/Turn Your CNC Woodworking Into Income - https://thecncsidehustle.com/special/Live CNC Side Hustle Group Coaching - https://www.cnc.school/membershipCNC Machines I Recommend:Shapeoko - https://shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbuildsAvid - https://www.avidcnc.com/creatorGenmitsu 4040 Pro Max - https://tidd.ly/4kCoThtAdditional Resources I Recommend:IDC Router Bits - https://idcwoodcraft.com/?ref=ANDYBIRDVectric CAD/CAM software - https://vectric.com/andybirdLearn Vectric Software - SAVE 10% with code ANDYBIRD https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/MFYZkVCUVacuum Workholding - https://airweights.com/?ref=nnmqojogSave 10% with code ANDYBIRDAffiliate Disclaimer: A great way to support Andy Bird Builds is to purchase through the affiliate links above, you get what you need and I may receive a small commission.#cncwoodworking #cncmachine #cncrouters

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Join CNC expert Andy Bird on The CNC Show, a live late-show–style hangout where makers find inspiration, learn practical tips, and hear real shop stories. Each week features special guests, fun segments, and CNC tips that help beginners and side hustlers create projects they are proud of.

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  • Creator
    Andy Bird Builds
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Andy Bird Builds
  • Show Website
    The CNC Show

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