The Tool Cafe

Join woodworker, furniture maker, and lumber enthusiast Matt Berger as he explores the captivating world of woodworking in this video podcast series. Based in scenic Santa Cruz, California—nestled among the ancient coastal Redwood forests, rolling foothills dotted with Live Oak, Manzanita, Madrone, Black Acacia, and Eucalyptus—Matt takes you behind the scenes with local artisans, makers, and lumber experts. Discover the craft, stories, and skills that bring wooden objects to life, from the forest to the workshop. A former editor at Fine Woodworking magazine and founding editor of FineWoodworking.com.