Off the Rails with The Stile Boyz

It has been a bit since we released an episode but non the less here we are!! We take some time to catch up on shop life, family and oh yeah... Mitch met Jesus!!

In this episode of the Off The Rails Podcast, hosts Travis and Mitch welcome guest Drew Fisher from Fisher's Shop. They discuss the journey from hobbyist to professional woodworker, the importance of embracing mistakes in the creative process, and the challenges of content creation.

Part 3 of 3 for Season 3 Episode 1Tools, Tool, Tools! Since we have been away for a bit we decided to go a little further than the tool of the week and catch everyone up on a couple of things we have found to be useful over the past few months. 

Part 2 of 3 for Season 3 Episode 1Emails answered and tips and tricks that we have discovered along the way. As per the usual we get a little lost down the tool rabbit trail!!

Part 1 of 3 for Season 3 Episode 1Where have we been and what have we been up to while we were away from the mics!!

We are back baby and we are coming back stronger than ever!!! Join us as we explain where we have been and where we are going!!!Full Episode Release

The Boyz are in the same state.. this could be dangerous!! Do we work too much and how do you define lazy???Listen for details on how to get a gift from The Stile Boyz!!!

It's colder than cold in Tennessee, how do you keep your shops warm? Deer Days of 2024, Mitch has a "tool" recommendation for everyone and Travis is still wrestling with compounding problems. We really dive into doing things differently and the mindset it takes to change. 

The road of the shortcut rarely is that!! We get an update on Mitch's surgery and how Trey is doing being the man of the shop. We review an electronic device while discussing a road trip and what the heck a VFD is!!

Happy New Year!! Welcome back, as we check-in with Mitch and his... medical condition. We try to show just how old we are trying figure out social media and electronic devices!

Whew, we made it through Thanksgiving and man do we have a lot to be thankful for!! This podcast is definitely one of them!! Join us as we recap the day of food, we discuss vanity standards and working with Alder as well. Feedback always welcome:[email protected] 

We divert off the tracks to discuss how to better manage an employee and the challenges of an employee who is also a friend. Feedback welcome [email protected]

Well we are back at it trying to fight the technology battle while trying out a new state of the art soundproof studio and trying to keep Mitch on task. 

The saga continues, Mitch is making process with builds and the new house is coming along where Travis seems to be stuck in a parallel universe that requires constant medical attention while also trying to sell a house!!

Heck if we know what we are doing but we are going to keep trying.  We are just catching up and Mitch completely confuses Travis with some small business stats... 

Despite the internet's request for us to stop recording we are back!! Life is what it is and we were forced to take a break but we are back. This episode is formatted a little differently than normal so let us know what you think. Don't worry we didn't make it through without a technical glitch!!Feedback [email protected]

Mitch goes on the weirdest road trip ever. We also get into a deep conversation about what our drive and motivation is for running our own business and what that means to us. 

We make an attempt to catch up and host a podcast but technology gets us again! We were able to sneak in a quick phone call with Butter Smooth himself to check on his medical status!!

Amazon is Amazing, Tape Measures Required, Monkey Butt Powder and Pay Day!! You have to listen to fill in the blanks!!Feedback welcome:[email protected]

Mitch brings us some industry updates for a new segment, face framers don't make friends and a move might be in the future sooner than planned for one Stile Boy!!Comments and feedback are always [email protected]

Family In The Business . Your Feedback Is Always [email protected]

No we didn't turn this circus into a traveling road show but Mitch did go to Tennessee to help Travis with the new shop. The road trip recap is one you will not want to miss!!!Feedback welcome:[email protected]

In this week's The Stile Boyz attempt to have a live, remote guest on the show for the first time.... you can imagine how it goes. Your feedback is always [email protected]

Mitch is in the middle of the biggest job he's ever done in the shop and the manhunt is one for a stolen dirt bike.Email us [email protected]

Mitch needs a Doctor for his Dr, Mower and The Stile Boyz start planning Travis' shop swap.Your feedback is always [email protected]

Mitch talks about his cow auction experience. And the Stile Boyz cover under tipping your waiter, working at a young age, and the struggle of undecisive customers.Your feedback is always [email protected]

Your feedback is [email protected]

What we pay for animals and goat antics.Your feedback is [email protected]

We are joined by Producer Tommy for the first time on camera as we discuss life in the cabinet shop. Rearing children is fun... well at least people think it is!!

Sweet Sixteen, This week The Stile Boyz discuss,  Co-Worker communication, Team leadership and the very important discussion of shoe brands.Your feedback is always [email protected]

No Boom Boom In The Bedroom. Mitch talks about Rv rentals and Travis talks about his love or tablesaws.

Sometimes you just have to say no. In this week, The Stile Boyz talk about; The pain of shaper bits, The frustration of bowing cabinet doors, and being upfront with customers and builders. Your feedback is always [email protected]

We are back!! And  Mitch is making progress with the house !!! This week we talk about, Hitch Hiker experiences, unprepared customers, and the struggle of damaged materials. Your feedback is always [email protected]

The importance of customer service and the much avoided topic of saw blades and blade changes is FINALLY discussed. Talk about an uncomfortable position for Travis. 

Sometimes being the bigger person isn't easy. And Mitch talks about ways to be thankful

Episode 10 with sniffles and Mitch!! Road trip recap, Mitch can’t seem to get the house ball moving and Travis has a hank in his room. We can't believe that we have made it through 10 episodes!!! Better yet most of you have stuck around for 10 episodes!!

Mitch is closing on the construction loan, so big times ahead for him. When builders become customers, and a couple of soap box moments about managing a business and how frustrating changes are especially when they feel unnecessary!! Feedback is always welcome [email protected]

If it wasn't for technical difficulties Podcasting would be easy!! We struggle through another one with a minor tech glitch but are able to catch back up with each other after a few extra days without talking. Life in the shop has never been better and boy are we glad to be able to share it with you!!Comments Welcome - [email protected]

We experienced some technical difficulties during the recording and the editing of this episode. This is the "corrected" version of the previous upload. This is too good of a conversation to scrap and redoing it loses the authenticity. We hope everyone enjoys the girls' perspectives. Thanks for enduring two dummies trying to make a podcast and as always feedback is appreciated [email protected].

The wives behind the businesses join the show to share their perspectives on starting a business and the ways to be supportive. This is not an easy task and these two ladies have been champions for our businesses and this podcast!! We encounter a few technical difficulties since this is our first experience with multiple guests but we couldn't edit them out, it is Off the Rails after all!!!!

We finally have an official email address!! Despite what we say in the podcast it is [email protected]!!  We cannot wait to hear from you so that we can talk about some audience inspired topics!!!! This week will not disappoint, well we hope not at least. 

This week we talk about shop and the the current goings but we have a special safety discussion and talk about the things that can happen in the shop. 

Nope not our anniversary but Mitch and his lovely bride celebrate 18 years of marital bliss.... but first we record!! Join us for more shop talk and discussions about running the business!!!

A discussion of managing customers and all the things that come with that. The customer is an essential part of the business in this industry but the best part of owning your own business is doing things the way YOU think they should be done. They are your rules, break them if you need to!! We now have email [email protected]!!!!

Small business life is great and comes with benefits but it also has its struggles. Being a business comprised of one employee changes drastically when you start adding others to the payroll. 

Join the podcast as Mitch and Travis begin to tell you about their individual stories and the vision behind starting this podcast.