Whiskey & Wood Podcast iDRY Systems

Ever scroll through Instagram and see something amazing, then wonder how they built such a following? This week, we meet Cam Anderson of Blacktail Studios, a woodworker who went from ”social media? what’s that?” to woodworking rockstar on Instagram and YouTube.

Starting off skeptical and completely clueless about the platform, Cam took a leap of faith (thanks to his wife!), diving headfirst into the unknown. What followed was a rollercoaster of trial and error, with Cam gradually realizing the immense impact Instagram could have on his woodworking venture. From initially posting a handful of photos to mastering the craft of hashtags, Cam takes us through the evolution of Blacktail Studios’ Instagram journey.

Listen in as Cam shares the candid ups and downs of his Instagram experience, shedding light on how this seemingly simple social platform became a game-changer for his business. Discover how Instagram not only boosted his online presence but also opened doors to a world of unforeseen opportunities.

Ever dreamed of quitting your day job to pursue your passion? This episode features Matt Ruben from Ruben Custom Sawmill, a woodworker who built a successful business from the ground up. But just when things were taking off, he faced a major setback. Listen in as he shares his story of perseverance and how he overcame adversity to keep his dream alive.

Discover the Unbelievable Success Story of Odd Wood Lumber: Thriving Against All Odds During the Pandemic!

Starting a business amidst the COVID pandemic may sound crazy to some, but witnessing a business not only survive but thrive during these challenging times is truly remarkable.

Prepare to be amazed as we dive into the inspiring journey of Odd Wood Lumber. They embraced the opportunity and took the leap, defying the odds. In this captivating episode, we’ll uncover the comical story behind their distinctive logo and how it evolved to truly embody the Odd Wood Lumber spirit.

Brace yourself for a fascinating exploration of their innovative approach to utilizing ”junk wood” and turning it into something extraordinary. This is an episode filled with excitement, inspiration, and valuable insights that you simply cannot afford to miss.

We are beyond excited to talk with Sean Preston of Camp Small and the City of Baltimore on this episode of Whiskey & Wood!

Sean turned his city’s ”stump dump” into a pitstop instead of a final destination for Baltimore’s trees, and now he uses that wood to create city park benches, playgrounds, and even habitat structures for the Baltimore Zoo!!!

This episode is a great example of someone taking the Urban Lumber Movement by the horns and using it to directly benefit their community with products that would have been destined for the landfill!

If you ever stress about starting a business because you don’t have a perfect plan written out, DON’T! Matt at M2 Lumber took things in stride and changed course with the changing needs of his business until he went from part-time hobbyist with a full-time day job to a full-time wood business owner. Check out his story on this episode of Whiskey & Wood!




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In this episode, we’re talking with Colin Calbalka of Wasioja Wood. He went from working in media to buying an iDRY and creating a successful wood-drying business in less than a year! Find out how he did it in this episode.

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