halbrn Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 I get a little behind on what goes on with the woodtalk show cause I'm still catching up, but I just read the email about people sending emails about you leaving? Screw them, you guys are an awesome combination and I think Matt brings a lot of life to the show with his humor. I've watched other woodworking programs and when it's over I don't feel as if I learned a thing. Why? Because I thought the hosts were so boring I ended up making fun of them then paying attention to the content. So keep up the good work guys the show is great 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPCV_Woodworker Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 If Matt were to leave, I would unsubscribe. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 He posted about it on FB recently. He also said that he has no plans of leaving. There are haters everywhere and it's tough to learn to ignore negativity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Melton Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 It's amazing how many people will complain about things they get for free. The company I manage does a lot of free educational webinars, blog posts, and meetings and there are always people that think you should be doing more for them or feel they have the right to criticize. Eff'em. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orbb Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 It's amazing how many people will complain about things they get for free. The company I manage does a lot of free educational webinars, blog posts, and meetings and there are always people that think you should be doing more for them or feel they have the right to criticize. Eff'em. +1. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G S Haydon Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 I look forward to Matt's ongoing contribution to the show. The contrasting personalities and skills are what make a good show, the "magic" would be lost should Matt decide to leave. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcK Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 I look forward to Matt's ongoing contribution to the show. The contrasting personalities and skills are what make a good show, the "magic" would be lost should Matt decide to leave. +3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CessnaPilotBarry Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 WTO needs Matt's Magic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgreenb Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 I was disgusted to read Matt's post on this. I've been on the earth for over three decades now and I'm still constantly surprised by the number of a-holes out there, especially ones who hide behind a keyboard. Good for Matt sticking it out and not letting a few rotten apples spoil the bunch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pbmaster11 Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 link to post? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G S Haydon Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 http://mattsbasementworkshop.com/i-owe-you-an-apology-apparently/?fb_source=pubv1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barron Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 The only 'generous' explanation for the negative comments is that some listeners are expecting only a technical woodworking show. While I've learned a lot listening to the show, it's also entertainment. Some folks just can't seem to grasp this. I have listened to every show, and while the early shows were good, the three together are what makes the show really work! Marc, Matt, and Shannon--keep up the good work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 Seeing this made me think of the audience surrogate trope, which got me reading that page on TVtropes, and then I realized... Matt Vanderlist is Bilbo the Hobbit! So, does that make Shannon == Gandalf and Marc == Thorin? [ I cringe at the enormous number of people I've just offended ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpt life Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 As an LOTR fan (the novels in 4th grade, the movies, eh.....) I can enjoy the humor in that statement. Is Matt a moderator here? Is he appreciating the support we offer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerofly0610 Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 I guess some people never heard of the saying... If you don't like it then shut up and listen to something else........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdie Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 Just read Matt's comment and the only thing I have to say is if some don't find his contributions to the show purposeful they probably don't really need a show like that to listen to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jHop Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 Three grape sodas per show? I'll chip in! I have to agree with the comments here. (And since I'm off the sinus meds, I might be aable to explain my comments on his site... and then agoon naybe mot.) If matt ever left woodworking, it would indeed be a sad day for us. I appreciate that Matt is a hobby guy. He's never made any bones about being anything but a hobby guy. This is something he does for fun, not work, and he's made it work very well. Why should he (or any other woodworker who falls into his shoes) be expected to be a professional wood worker? Just because they have a camera, a microphone, can splice together images into something informative, and have a great speaking voice, doesn't mean that they should be expected to collect a paycheck for it. I'm sure that Matt would appreciate getting paid for his hard work. We all would. For him to offer humor, skill, caution, and a fantastic perspective and not ask for much in return... That to me is the sign of a good egg. (It's one of the reasons I listen. The humor, the knowledge, the fact that the group works well together, the fact that they aren't begging for money like those PBS stations all the time... I wouldn't still be here if I didn't like it.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post thewoodwhisperer Posted September 24, 2013 Popular Post Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 A little known secret is that Matt tries to leave the show every year at about this time and I never let him. I have to remind him that once you're in, you never get out. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post bobcrosley Posted September 24, 2013 Popular Post Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 Just when I thought I was out... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trip Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 ==> Just when I thought I was out... OK here we go... I'll take, "Obscure '80s and '90s Movie References" for $100 Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mattvan Posted September 24, 2013 Popular Post Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 OUCH...my ears are ringing...I knew someone was talking about me... CHORTLE! Thanks everyone for the kind words and the support! Marc is absolutely right about not being able to leave. No sooner do I think the show would do better with someone else... then I realize my co-hosts wouldn't have anyone to befuddle them with mixed up figures of speech or mispronounced words. They'd get away with murder! PLUS, I keep thinking we're only days away from that full-on Grape Soda sponsorship. How could I miss out on that opportunity??? And besides...I can't let the trolls and haters win, they'd like that too much. Thank you again everyone, I'm not going anywhere...I bleed Wood Talk! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milo Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I have my steel toed boot on.... Anyone know where I can plant my foot...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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