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117. Jamie Gale

Jamie Gale is one of the most influential and forward-thinking voices in the guitar world. He is the founder of the Boutique Guitar Showcase, but his perspective goes far

116: Paco Chorobo

For episode 116, we're joined by Spanish guitarmaker Paco Chorobo from Úbeda, Spain.   Paco shares his journey from telecommunications engineer to full-time luthier and d

115. Marco Bortolozzo

For Episode 115 of the podcast, we're joined by classical guitarmaker Marco Bortolozzo. In our conversation, Marco tells us about the mentorship that launched his caree

114. Thierry André

Working out of his solo shop in Quebec, Thierry André is a builder of truly one-of-a-kind instruments. For episode 114 of the podcast, Thierry dives into his design pro

113. Sean McGowan

For episode 113 of Luthier on Luthier, I'm joined by guitarist and educator Sean McGowan.    We focus on his recent Archtop Foundation recording project, featuring 20 tra

112. Otto D'Ambrosio

For episode 112 of the podcast, I'm talking with Otto D'Ambrosio. Otto wears two hats—as a solo luthier and Chief Designer at Eastman Guitars—and he walks us through hi

111. Raymond Kraut

For Episode 111, I'm joined by highly respected guitar builder Raymond Kraut.   Ray shares why he's embraced unconventional sound ports while staying true to his traditio

110. Ben Wilborn

On this episode of Luthier on Luthier, I'm joined by guitar maker Ben Wilborn. Based in Reno, Nevada, Ben brings a musician's perspective to his designs, drawing on his b

109. Juha Ruokangas

For episode 109 of Luthier on Luthier, we're joined by Juha Ruokangas, a Finnish guitar maker pushing the boundaries of instrument design. We dive into his innovative V

108: Fred Carlson

On this episode of Luthier on Luthier, I talk with the endlessly creative Fred Carlson. Fred shares his path into instrument making—from early sculptural dulcimers with

107. Rory Dowling (Taran Guitars)

For Episode 107 of the Luthier on Luthier podcast, I'm joined by Rory Dowling, the owner and builder behind the beautifully crafted Taran Guitars. https://www.taranguit

106. StewMac's Brock Poling and Gene Imbody

On Episode 106 of the Luthier on Luthier podcast, I'm joined by Brock Poling and Gene Imbody from Stewart-MacDonald—the original luthier supply company.   Brock and Gene

105: TJ Thompson

For episode 105 of the Luthier on Luthier podcast, my guest is TJ Thompson — widely regarded as the foremost authority on vintage Martins and a master guitar maker in his

104. Michael Sankey

On Episode 104 of the podcast, I talk with Michael Sankey, a wildly creative guitar maker from Ottawa. Michael's work combines old-school methods like hand tools and hide

103. Andy Manson

For episode 103 of the podcast, we speak with legendary guitar maker Andy Manson. Andy shares stories from his early days of building and tells us about his commitment

102. Michel Pellerin

For episode 102 of the podcast, I talk with Michel Pellerin, an inspiring guitar maker from Québec. Michel shares his journey, from teaching guitarmaking at lutherie sc

101. Peggy White

On Episode 101 of the podcast, we welcome Peggy White, an exceptional acoustic guitar builder from Ontario, Canada. Peggy has honed her craft under the guidance of some o

100. Jim Olson

For episode 100 of the podcast, I talk with the legendary Jim Olson. Jim should need little introduction to most Luthier on Luthier listeners. His guitars have been pla

99. Maegen Wells

Maegan Wells is known for her beautifully crafted archtop guitars and mandolins made in her one-person shop in Northern California. For episode 99 of the podcast, Meaga

98. Gary Southwell (Southwell Guitars)

For episode 98 of the podcast, I am joined by renowned classical guitar maker Gary Southwell. Based on the banks of the River Rede in Northumberland, England, Southwell h