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For Flux Sake The Brickyard Network
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5.0 • 133 Ratings
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Matt and Rose Katz of the Ceramics Materials Workshop will answer your burning questions about clay and glaze. Each episode co-host Kathy King will present listener submitted questions that will be answered in a comical, but also insightful way. This show will have you laughing, and learning, about the chemistry behind ceramics in no time.
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Electric Kiln 101 with Freddy Fredrickson pt. 1
Join Matt as he dives deep into kilns with Freddy Frederickson, the legendary founder of Fredrickson Kiln Company. For over 30 years, Freddy wasn't just building kilns at The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, he was perfecting the craft as their master kiln builder. In this first episode of our two-part interview, Freddy shares his remarkable journey. From the evolution of electric kiln technology to filling and firing an even kiln, listen in as he answers some of your burning questions about using your electric kiln.
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
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This week’s episode features the following topics:
Electric Kiln, Firing, Kiln, Kiln Troubleshooting, Kiln load, kiln firing -
Should I bisque higher than I glaze?
Thanks to everyone who came out to our live taping at NCECA. We had a blast and look forward to airing that episode in a few weeks. Today on the show the gang talk about the effect of mold in clay, bisque firing higher than your glaze temperature, and the wild wild west of slip formulas. If you need assistance with a ceramic chemistry problem, send us a voice memo with your question to forfluxsakepodcast@gmail.com.
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
Bray Poxy archiebrayclay.com
This week’s episode features the following topics:
Slip casting, Mold, Clay Durability, Glaze Application, Slip Formula, Bisque temperature -
How can I make durable floor tiles?
This episode of Flux Sake is a technical delight! Rose and Matt unpack the fascinating world of commercial clay body profiling with Ceramic Material Workshop's ongoing research project. They'll unpack the different tests used and what they reveal about a clay body's performance. Need to know the perfect clay body and glazes for your project? We've got you covered! The gang tackles listener questions on finding durable materials for high-use barware and crafting long-lasting floor tiles. Feeling the spray gun frustration? You're not alone! The episode wraps up with solutions to a clogged spray gun, with insights from Kathy, Rose, and Matt on keeping your glaze application smooth.
Join the Flux Sake Crew Live! Catch the whole gang for a live recording at the NCECA conference in Richmond, VA on Friday, March 22nd at 11 am. Don't miss out!
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
Bray Poxy archiebrayclay.com
This week’s episode features the following topics:
Food Safety, Functional Ceramics, Utilitarian Ceramics, Dinnerware, Restaurant ware, Clay Durability, Glaze Durability, Coefficient of Friction, Ceramic Tile, Glaze Application, Glazing with spray gun -
Should I be afraid of lead leaching?
The For Flux Sake crew is gearing up for NCECA! Tune in to find out their plans and where you can catch them live at the conference. They also dive deep into listener questions, tackling concerns about lead leaching in your kiln from past firings and fish tank safety. Can your ceramic pieces pose a hidden danger for you or your aquatic friends? Learn the facts with us and stay safe!
Got a perplexing ceramic problem? Send the crew a voice memo with your question to forfluxsakepodcast@gmail.com and they might just feature it on a future episode.
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
Bray Poxy archiebrayclay.com
This week’s episode features the following topics:
Lead, Leaching, Toxicity, Lead Toxicity, Lead Testing, Lead Leaching, NCECA, Studio Safety -
What are those symbols on my glaze label?
On today’s episode the gang talk about deciphering the labels on your commercial glazes. They also answer listener questions about standard bisquing temperatures in the U.S., and if there is a toxicity risk when using lead glazed wares from the 19th century. If you need assistance with a ceramic chemistry problem, send us a voice memo with your question to forfluxsakepodcast@gmail.com.
Kathy, Matt, and Rose are excited to be participating in this year’s NCECA conference in Richmond, VA. Come on out and bring your friends for a live taping of the show on Friday March 22nd at 11 am. Hope to see you there.
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How often can I recycle my clay?
On today’s episode the gang talk about recycling clay, knowing how hot a slip or glaze can be fired, and tips for running a community studio. If you need assistance with a ceramic chemistry problem, send us a voice memo with your question to forfluxsakepodcast@gmail.com.
As we head into the new year, we are having a comment drive. This is one of the easiest ways to support this show, and the best part is that it’s totally free. To participate simply leave a review and a rating for the show on your favorite podcast app. Thanks everyone for listening and supporting the show!
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Customer Reviews
The Best!
I love this podcast from my favorite teachers Matt & Rose Katz. Fun and informative.
Love the Content and the Banter
Balancing the audio between the hosts (some higher pitch and one low) could make it easier to listen to when your hands are dirty with clay.
Other than this, I love everything about this podcast.
Amazing podcast!!
Not only is the show humorous but the information is interesting and I love that it is based on researched facts! Kathy, Matt and Rose…you guys are the best!!
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