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Build Things Better
by Bench Omaha
Informative interviews with makers from all-over the midwest. From furniture builders to jewelry makers, join us as we talk to folks working to build things better.
Episodes
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Ep. 11 - Jeff Spiehs
This week on Build Things Better we talk to Jeff Spiehs about his work with multiple non-profits and how that led him to his work with the Metro Area Planning Agency (MAPA). We hear from Jeff about what MAPA is working to achieve through the Heartland 2050 project, why that work is important, and...
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Ep. 10 - Jamie Feinstein
This week on Build Things Better we’re joined by, metal smith and jewelry designer, Jamie Feinstein. Jamie uses a unique technique called mokume gane, loosely transalted to “wood grain metal”. A technique that originated in Japan, mokume gane is created using multiple types of metal layered and...
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Ep. 09 - Heather Kita
On this episode of Build Things Better we talk to jewelry designer Heather Kita. While her eponymous business may be only a few years old, her experience in jewelry design stretches back 17 years. Like many makers, her journey to running her business took a number of different turns before she...
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Ep. 08 - Artifact
This week we talk to Chris Hughes, founder and owner of Artifact. Chris started Artifact in 2010 with a simple, waxed canvas lunch tote. The company has since grown into a powerhouse of handmade bags and vintage goods. Artifact products are marked by carefully considered design, high quality...
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June Update
Hey! Where have we been? Why haven't we released a new episode in a while? Is Zach still team cake? Listen to this quick little update to find out. Check out our website at www.benchomaha.com/podcasts/. Intro music by Leslie Wells for Flyover Country This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
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Ep. 07 - Dundry Hill Feltworks
On this episode of Build Things Better, we talk to Todd of Dundry Hill Feltworks. Todd's wife, Alison, started Dundry Hill in 2011, and Todd joined her later, when the business grew too large for one person. The company produces home accessories using the finest, German, merino wool felt. From...
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Ep. 06 - MTRL DSGN
On this episode of Build Things Better, we talk to Nick Mauer and Josh Powell of MTRL DSGN. Nick and Josh opened MTRL DSGN in September of 2012 and have been producing awesome goods, with the help of Helga, their laser, ever since. Click the link below to check out their website and see photos of...
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Ep. 05 - Andrea Stein
This week we talk to Andrea Stein, an oil painter from Omaha, NE with a beautiful and distinctive style. Using stiff brushes, Andrea applies thick coats of oil paint to achieve an almost frosting-like texture, lending depth and movement to her work. Andrea’s style is marked by bold and unexpected...
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Bonus: MADE Spring 2018
Have you been to MADE? Do you enjoy meeting the people that make your favorite products? Listen to this special episode of Build Things Better as we bring together makers and attendees to discuss why they love MADE. We hope to see you at MADE on Saturday, May 26th, 2018 at the MIDCO Supply...
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Ep. 04 - Omaha Screen Co.
Episode four of Build Things Better features Jeremy Dreier of Omaha Screen Co. According to their website, Omaha Screen Co “was started by two dudes, David Germer and Jeremy Dreier with the mutual interest to provide high quality screen printing and design services”. Jeremy and David started…
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Informative interviews with makers from all-over the midwest. From furniture builders to jewelry makers, join us as we talk to folks working to build things better.
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Build Things Better is created and hosted by Bench Omaha.
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