<![CDATA[Color of the Collar]]>Color of the Collar is a podcast about the people, stories, and experiences behind the work we do.

Travis and Jason sit down in their shops to talk about careers, challenges, success, lessons learned, and everything that happens beyond the job title.

Whether the collar is blue, white, or somewhere in between, every career has a story — and we want to hear it.

🎙️ Real people. Real careers. Real conversations.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:27:09 GMTMon, 10 Aug 2026 11:15:31 GMT60Jason Thomas<p>Color of the Collar is a podcast about the people, stories, and experiences behind the work we do.</p><p>Travis and Jason sit down in their shops to talk about careers, challenges, success, lessons learned, and everything that happens beyond the job title.</p><p>Whether the collar is blue, white, or somewhere in between, every career has a story — and we want to hear it.</p><p>🎙️ Real people. Real careers. Real conversations.</p><p></p>episodicJason Thomasjthomas12101@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Episode 9: THAT's gonna leave a mark!]]>The conversation opens with a humorous exchange and a reference to a popular meme. It then transitions into a discussion about the hosts' recent experiences, including a visit home, a woodworking project, and a kidney stone incident. The main theme of the conversation revolves around injuries and safety in the context of woodworking and personal experiences. The conversation covers a series of woodworking accidents and injuries, including table saw incidents, angle grinder mishaps, and planer accidents. Each story highlights the importance of safety, vigilance, and proper equipment use in woodworking. The speakers share personal experiences and lessons learned from these incidents. The conversation covers a woodworking accident involving a planer, a humorous incident with a live stream, and a dramatic injury story. The conversation covers a range of topics including personal experiences, Patreon live episodes, woodworking, and dealing with negative comments. It also includes discussions about potential future content and the engagement with the audience.

Takeaways

  • Memes and humor play a role in setting the tone of the conversation.
  • The discussion centers around personal experiences, including a visit home, a woodworking project, and a kidney stone incident.
  • The main theme of the conversation is injuries and safety in the context of woodworking and personal experiences. Safety first
  • Vigilance is key Woodworking accidents can be severe and unforgiving, requiring extra caution and safety measures.
  • Humor and lightheartedness can be found in unexpected situations, even during an injury.
  • Emergency room experiences can be both intense and comical, creating memorable stories. Resilience in the face of adversity
  • Engagement with the audience is key

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Topic of Injuries and Safety in Woodworking
  • 53:29 Planer Accidents
  • 55:39 Woodworking Accident and Safety
  • 57:06 Humorous Incident with a Live Stream
  • 01:05:19 Dramatic Injury Story
  • 01:22:45 Personal Experiences and Stories
  • 01:24:03 Patreon Live Episodes and Audience Engagement
  • 01:25:23 Woodworking and Product Endorsement
  • 01:29:27 Podcast Growth and Audience Interaction
  • 01:30:40 Future Content and Engagement with the Audience
  • 01:33:57 Dealing with Negative Comments and Resilience
]]>26cd5a7f-f4b6-4645-9ce5-d3a2e53219aaThu, 10 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation opens with a humorous exchange and a reference to a popular meme. It then transitions into a discussion about the hosts' recent experiences, including a visit home, a woodworking project, and a kidney stone incident. The main theme of the conversation revolves around injuries and safety in the context of woodworking and personal experiences. The conversation covers a series of woodworking accidents and injuries, including table saw incidents, angle grinder mishaps, and planer accidents. Each story highlights the importance of safety, vigilance, and proper equipment use in woodworking. The speakers share personal experiences and lessons learned from these incidents. The conversation covers a woodworking accident involving a planer, a humorous incident with a live stream, and a dramatic injury story. The conversation covers a range of topics including personal experiences, Patreon live episodes, woodworking, and dealing with negative comments. It also includes discussions about potential future content and the engagement with the audience.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Memes and humor play a role in setting the tone of the conversation.</li><li>The discussion centers around personal experiences, including a visit home, a woodworking project, and a kidney stone incident.</li><li>The main theme of the conversation is injuries and safety in the context of woodworking and personal experiences. Safety first</li><li>Vigilance is key Woodworking accidents can be severe and unforgiving, requiring extra caution and safety measures.</li><li>Humor and lightheartedness can be found in unexpected situations, even during an injury.</li><li>Emergency room experiences can be both intense and comical, creating memorable stories. Resilience in the face of adversity</li><li>Engagement with the audience is key</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Topic of Injuries and Safety in Woodworking</li><li>53:29 Planer Accidents</li><li>55:39 Woodworking Accident and Safety</li><li>57:06 Humorous Incident with a Live Stream</li><li>01:05:19 Dramatic Injury Story</li><li>01:22:45 Personal Experiences and Stories</li><li>01:24:03 Patreon Live Episodes and Audience Engagement</li><li>01:25:23 Woodworking and Product Endorsement</li><li>01:29:27 Podcast Growth and Audience Interaction</li><li>01:30:40 Future Content and Engagement with the Audience</li><li>01:33:57 Dealing with Negative Comments and Resilience</li></ul>no01:04:569Episode 9: THAT's gonna leave a mark!full<![CDATA[Episode 8: King of the Collar]]>In Episode 8, we’re settling one of the most important debates nobody asked us to settle: Who are the greatest fictional blue-collar characters of all time?

From quarry workers and mechanics to handymen, tradesmen, and some picks that might be a little harder to defend, Jason and Travis each bring their own Top 5 to the table. We debate who actually deserves to be called blue collar, who we’d want working beside us, and who probably wouldn’t make it through their first week on the job.

Expect questionable rankings, strong opinions, plenty of trash talk, and absolutely no agreement.

Grab your lunchbox, clock in, and join us for Episode 8 of Color of the Collar.

]]>6125a8fe-e71e-43d8-bb8d-856e28dd357cThu, 03 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>In Episode 8, we’re settling one of the most important debates nobody asked us to settle: Who are the greatest fictional blue-collar characters of all time?</p><p>From quarry workers and mechanics to handymen, tradesmen, and some picks that might be a little harder to defend, Jason and Travis each bring their own Top 5 to the table. We debate who actually deserves to be called blue collar, who we’d want working beside us, and who probably wouldn’t make it through their first week on the job.</p><p>Expect questionable rankings, strong opinions, plenty of trash talk, and absolutely no agreement.</p><p>Grab your lunchbox, clock in, and join us for Episode 8 of Color of the Collar.</p>no00:46:508Episode 8: King of the Collarfull<![CDATA[Episode 7: Humble Beginnings]]>In this episode, we wanted to talk about how we got started. It begins with a discussion about our woodworking journey, followed by insights on overcoming intimidation and comparison, and concludes with a focus on influential woodworking brands. The conversation covers the early woodworking journey, experiences with building and selling on Etsy, the transition to full-time woodworking, and insights into pricing and customer relations. It delves into the challenges and learning experiences encountered in the woodworking business, providing valuable insights for aspiring woodworkers. The conversation delves into various aspects of customer interactions, including miscommunication, expectations, feedback, preferences, consultation, engagement, satisfaction, collaboration, trust, influence, challenges, decision-making, expertise, and loyalty.

Takeaways

  • Start woodworking with passion, not just for profit
  • Comparison can be detrimental to progress
  • Influential woodworking brands can inspire and influence woodworking enthusiasts Transitioning to full-time woodworking requires strategic planning and a clear understanding of business operations.
  • Pricing strategies and customer relations play a crucial role in the success of a woodworking business. Effective communication with customers is crucial for understanding their needs and expectations.
  • Building trust and satisfying customer preferences are essential for long-term customer loyalty.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Starting the Woodworking Journey
  • 06:00 Overcoming Intimidation and Comparison
  • 19:20 Influential Woodworking Brands
  • 22:40 Early Woodworking Journey
  • 23:57 Building and Selling on Etsy
  • 29:51 Transition to Full-Time Woodworking
  • 46:54 Pricing and Customer Relations
  • 51:44 Customer Interactions
  • 53:28 Customer Miscommunication
  • 54:24 Customer Expectations
  • 55:22 Customer Feedback
  • 56:09 Customer Preferences
  • 57:00 Customer Consultation
  • 59:36 Customer Engagement
  • 01:01:24 Customer Satisfaction
  • 01:02:25 Customer Collaboration
  • 01:04:02 Customer Trust
  • 01:05:36 Customer Influence
  • 01:06:06 Customer Challenges
  • 01:07:30 Customer Decision-Making
  • 01:09:09 Customer Expertise
  • 01:10:09 Customer Preferences
  • 01:11:06 Customer Feedback
  • 01:12:09 Customer Expectations
  • 01:13:01 Customer Engagement
  • 01:14:17 Customer Satisfaction
  • 01:15:48 Customer Loyalty
]]>caa1418c-6416-452e-a964-94b93ad92d0bThu, 27 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, we wanted to talk about how we got started. It begins with a discussion about our woodworking journey, followed by insights on overcoming intimidation and comparison, and concludes with a focus on influential woodworking brands. The conversation covers the early woodworking journey, experiences with building and selling on Etsy, the transition to full-time woodworking, and insights into pricing and customer relations. It delves into the challenges and learning experiences encountered in the woodworking business, providing valuable insights for aspiring woodworkers. The conversation delves into various aspects of customer interactions, including miscommunication, expectations, feedback, preferences, consultation, engagement, satisfaction, collaboration, trust, influence, challenges, decision-making, expertise, and loyalty.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Start woodworking with passion, not just for profit</li><li>Comparison can be detrimental to progress</li><li>Influential woodworking brands can inspire and influence woodworking enthusiasts Transitioning to full-time woodworking requires strategic planning and a clear understanding of business operations.</li><li>Pricing strategies and customer relations play a crucial role in the success of a woodworking business. Effective communication with customers is crucial for understanding their needs and expectations.</li><li>Building trust and satisfying customer preferences are essential for long-term customer loyalty.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Starting the Woodworking Journey</li><li>06:00 Overcoming Intimidation and Comparison</li><li>19:20 Influential Woodworking Brands</li><li>22:40 Early Woodworking Journey</li><li>23:57 Building and Selling on Etsy</li><li>29:51 Transition to Full-Time Woodworking</li><li>46:54 Pricing and Customer Relations</li><li>51:44 Customer Interactions</li><li>53:28 Customer Miscommunication</li><li>54:24 Customer Expectations</li><li>55:22 Customer Feedback</li><li>56:09 Customer Preferences</li><li>57:00 Customer Consultation</li><li>59:36 Customer Engagement</li><li>01:01:24 Customer Satisfaction</li><li>01:02:25 Customer Collaboration</li><li>01:04:02 Customer Trust</li><li>01:05:36 Customer Influence</li><li>01:06:06 Customer Challenges</li><li>01:07:30 Customer Decision-Making</li><li>01:09:09 Customer Expertise</li><li>01:10:09 Customer Preferences</li><li>01:11:06 Customer Feedback</li><li>01:12:09 Customer Expectations</li><li>01:13:01 Customer Engagement</li><li>01:14:17 Customer Satisfaction</li><li>01:15:48 Customer Loyalty</li></ul>no00:56:117Episode 7: Humble Beginningsfull<![CDATA[Episode 6: Put That Thang Down, Flip It, and Reverse It]]>In this episode, Travis and Jason talk about fictional blends of their favorite rap artists and tools in the shop. The guys get a bit carried away with AI and have some hilarious renditions that you have to see. This one was definitely a knee slapper for sure. Get ready to laugh your butt off, and thank you so much for tuning in!

Chapters

  • 00:00 Navigating Social Media Pressures
  • 00:58 The Impact of Social Media Relationships
  • 01:35 The Frailty of Humanity and Social Media
  • 01:51 Self-Reflection and Self-Criticism
  • 02:13 Sponsorship and Unboxing
  • 03:02 Safety and Humor
  • 04:35 Rap Music and Influences
  • 06:13 Influencer Charades and Social Media Challenges
  • 06:40 TikTok and Burner Numbers
  • 07:00 Rap Music and Influential Locations
  • 07:19 Rap Music and Influential Locations (Contd.)
  • 24:03 The World of Cutting Boards
  • 26:33 Sponsorship Shenanigans
  • 29:32 Rapper-Inspired Sponsorship
  • 30:01 The Notorious J.I.G.
  • 32:06 Pusha Stick T and Virginia Beach
  • 32:39 Missy Elliot and The Neptunes
  • 33:39 Rap Lyrics and Woodworking Mishaps
  • 36:50 Serious Grit and Glue Troubles
  • 45:21 Ice Cream Truck and Lactose Intolerance
  • 47:37 Remembering Mac Miller
  • 50:50 Gucci Mane and Christmas Albums
  • 51:43 Music Preferences and Dislikes
  • 54:36 Meek Mill and Nostalgic Songs
  • 01:00:38 Rick Ross and Grass Art
  • 01:06:04 Patreon Exclusive Content
]]>4fd6d38a-01a7-463b-a408-07cfdbfbfd05Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Travis and Jason talk about fictional blends of their favorite rap artists and tools in the shop. The guys get a bit carried away with AI and have some hilarious renditions that you have to see. This one was definitely a knee slapper for sure. Get ready to laugh your butt off, and thank you so much for tuning in!</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Navigating Social Media Pressures</li><li>00:58 The Impact of Social Media Relationships</li><li>01:35 The Frailty of Humanity and Social Media</li><li>01:51 Self-Reflection and Self-Criticism</li><li>02:13 Sponsorship and Unboxing</li><li>03:02 Safety and Humor</li><li>04:35 Rap Music and Influences</li><li>06:13 Influencer Charades and Social Media Challenges</li><li>06:40 TikTok and Burner Numbers</li><li>07:00 Rap Music and Influential Locations</li><li>07:19 Rap Music and Influential Locations (Contd.)</li><li>24:03 The World of Cutting Boards</li><li>26:33 Sponsorship Shenanigans</li><li>29:32 Rapper-Inspired Sponsorship</li><li>30:01 The Notorious J.I.G.</li><li>32:06 Pusha Stick T and Virginia Beach</li><li>32:39 Missy Elliot and The Neptunes</li><li>33:39 Rap Lyrics and Woodworking Mishaps</li><li>36:50 Serious Grit and Glue Troubles</li><li>45:21 Ice Cream Truck and Lactose Intolerance</li><li>47:37 Remembering Mac Miller</li><li>50:50 Gucci Mane and Christmas Albums</li><li>51:43 Music Preferences and Dislikes</li><li>54:36 Meek Mill and Nostalgic Songs</li><li>01:00:38 Rick Ross and Grass Art</li><li>01:06:04 Patreon Exclusive Content</li></ul>no01:04:156Episode 6: Put That Thang Down, Flip It, and Reverse Itfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: Maine Woodworking Event DAY 2]]>Travis is back with the recap from day two in Maine — and this one's got a little bit of everything. Travis and Jason talk through some potential partnerships that came out of the event, the new faces he met along the way, and (because of course) somehow end up on a long tangent about underwear. It's a mix of real business talk and total nonsense, which is basically the whole point of this show.

]]>dcd699ab-0e68-4820-bb99-9eaeaaf8f12fMon, 10 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT<p>Travis is back with the recap from day two in Maine — and this one's got a little bit of everything. Travis and Jason talk through some potential partnerships that came out of the event, the new faces he met along the way, and (because of course) somehow end up on a long tangent about underwear. It's a mix of real business talk and total nonsense, which is basically the whole point of this show.</p>no00:56:534Episode 4: Maine Woodworking Event DAY 2full<![CDATA[Episode 3: MEAN Customer Comments & Maine Woodworking Event]]>Nothing toughens you up quite like the comment section. In this episode, Travis and Jason dig into some of the meanest, most unhinged comments they've gotten online — plus a few in-person zingers that hit even harder. Then it's a shift in gears as Travis recaps his first day at the Maine Woodworking Event, sharing what it was like meeting people face-to-face after months of hiding behind a screen. Equal parts thick skin and good stories — this one's got a little bit of everything.

]]>2dd76819-9637-47dd-9f98-d937c87c9aa1Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT<p>Nothing toughens you up quite like the comment section. In this episode, Travis and Jason dig into some of the meanest, most unhinged comments they've gotten online — plus a few in-person zingers that hit even harder. Then it's a shift in gears as Travis recaps his first day at the Maine Woodworking Event, sharing what it was like meeting people face-to-face after months of hiding behind a screen. Equal parts thick skin and good stories — this one's got a little bit of everything.</p>no00:41:203Episode 3: MEAN Customer Comments & Maine Woodworking Eventfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: Juggling All The Things]]>Full-time job. Full-time dad. Full-time husband. And somehow also running a woodworking business and cranking out content on the side. In this episode, Travis and Jason get real about what it actually looks like to juggle it all — the late nights in the shop, the missed dinners, the "just one more video" moments, and the constant guilt of never feeling like enough in any one lane. No polished advice here, just two guys figuring it out in real time and laughing about it along the way.

]]>df9493e1-f91e-4708-8d0e-24853874467dMon, 10 Aug 2026 16:34:30 GMT<p>Full-time job. Full-time dad. Full-time husband. And somehow also running a woodworking business and cranking out content on the side. In this episode, Travis and Jason get real about what it actually looks like to juggle it all — the late nights in the shop, the missed dinners, the "just one more video" moments, and the constant guilt of never feeling like enough in any one lane. No polished advice here, just two guys figuring it out in real time and laughing about it along the way.</p>no01:00:002Episode 2: Juggling All The Thingsfull<![CDATA[Episode 1: Pilot/Get This Party Started]]>In this episode, we introduce ourselves, what we do, and who we are. We want everyone to be able to relate to two normal dudes trying to make it through life and be the best dads, husbands, employees, and people that we can be. Take a peek behind the curtain at our lives, and laugh a little along the way!

]]>b793f282-a741-4d14-83b4-6741d6ae8757Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:17:57 GMT<p>In this episode, we introduce ourselves, what we do, and who we are. We want everyone to be able to relate to two normal dudes trying to make it through life and be the best dads, husbands, employees, and people that we can be. Take a peek behind the curtain at our lives, and laugh a little along the way!</p>no00:34:311Episode 1: Pilot/Get This Party Startedfull