Hotline Bling

In this episode, we dive into the chaos of the holidays, swap stories about personal projects, and share our hopes for renovations and woodworking in 2025. From deciding when to DIY or call in the pros to tackling clutter and finding better storage solutions, we keep things honest and relatable.

We also chat about framing, drywall, and the appeal of tiny homes and ADUs, throwing around ideas for creative housing and workspace solutions. Whether it’s shipping containers or adding a new bathroom, the conversation has a little something for everyone who loves building, planning, and dreaming big.

It’s a laid-back chat about the highs, lows, and random moments of juggling home projects and running small businesses—and maybe a little bit about making space for what matters most.

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You can also check out the hosts!

Sam Raimondi:
https://www.instagram.com/diyhuntress/
https://www.youtube.com/@diyhuntress
https://www.tiktok.com/@diyhuntress
https://www.facebook.com/diyhuntress


Jef and Jess Behnke:
https://www.instagram.com/twomoosedesign/
https://www.youtube.com/@TwoMooseDesign
https://www.tiktok.com/@twomoosedesign
https://www.facebook.com/twomoosedesign

Mike Coffey
https://www.instagram.com/coffeycustombuilds/
https://www.youtube.com/@CoffeyCustomBuilds
https://www.tiktok.com/@coffeycustombuilds
https://www.facebook.com/coffeycustombuilds

Hotline Bling

On this episode of Self Made Pod, we kick back and talk about how the podcast is changing, what we’ve been up to over the holidays, and some personal projects—like trying (and maybe failing) to build guitars.

We get into the grind of making YouTube content and how tricky it can be to get things right from the start. We also share stories about sponsorships—figuring out when to take the money and when to walk away because it just doesn’t feel right. There’s some real talk about tough client situations, sticking to your prices, and learning to say no when it matters.

We also geek out about woodworking—stuff like jigs, CNC machines, and the random challenges that pop up. Plus, we touch on mental health, gaming to chill out, and some fun plans we’ve got for future episodes. Oh, and holiday giveaways. Because who doesn’t like free stuff? It’s a little all over the place, but that’s how we roll.

If you'd like to support the show, check out our Patreon page:
https://www.patreon.com/SelfMadePod

Check out Self Made on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok!
https://www.instagram.com/self.made.pod/
https://www.youtube.com/@SelfMadePod
https://www.tiktok.com/@selfmadepod

You can also check out the hosts!

Sam Raimondi:
https://www.instagram.com/diyhuntress/
https://www.youtube.com/@diyhuntress
https://www.tiktok.com/@diyhuntress
https://www.facebook.com/diyhuntress


Jef and Jess Behnke:
https://www.instagram.com/twomoosedesign/
https://www.youtube.com/@TwoMooseDesign
https://www.tiktok.com/@twomoosedesign
https://www.facebook.com/twomoosedesign

Mike Coffey
https://www.instagram.com/coffeycustombuilds/
https://www.youtube.com/@CoffeyCustomBuilds
https://www.tiktok.com/@coffeycustombuilds
https://www.facebook.com/coffeycustombuilds

Hotline Bling

In this episode, we start off with some laughs and share our Thanksgiving stories, reflecting on gratitude and family traditions. We chat about getting into the Christmas spirit, from decorating to the yearly struggle of picking the perfect tree. We also throw out some fun gift ideas for woodworking fans and talk about the joy of splurging on yourself during the holidays.

Along the way, we cover a mix of topics like tool organization, journaling, mental health, and even using AI for emotional support. We share our thoughts on therapy, crack some seasonal jokes, and geek out over 3D printing and product design.

Mike dives into the ups and downs of dealing with supply chain issues, transitioning to commercial projects, and a big opportunity with Trader Joe’s. We also talk about what it’s like scaling a business, managing growth, and finding balance between work and life. Through it all, we keep it real about staying grounded in the chaos of running a business.

If you'd like to support the show, check out our Patreon page:
https://www.patreon.com/SelfMadePod

Check out Self Made on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok!
https://www.instagram.com/self.made.pod/
https://www.youtube.com/@SelfMadePod
https://www.tiktok.com/@selfmadepod

You can also check out the hosts!

Sam Raimondi:
https://www.instagram.com/diyhuntress/
https://www.youtube.com/@diyhuntress
https://www.tiktok.com/@diyhuntress
https://www.facebook.com/diyhuntress


Jef and Jess Behnke:
https://www.instagram.com/twomoosedesign/
https://www.youtube.com/@TwoMooseDesign
https://www.tiktok.com/@twomoosedesign
https://www.facebook.com/twomoosedesign

Mike Coffey
https://www.instagram.com/coffeycustombuilds/
https://www.youtube.com/@CoffeyCustomBuilds
https://www.tiktok.com/@coffeycustombuilds
https://www.facebook.com/coffeycustombuilds