Episodes 33
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2024
Latest Episode Apr 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
62%
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

Hugh McNeill is a talented craftsman in Crystal Glass Cutting & Engraving. He has worked professionally in this field over the past 45 years. He trained under Eddie Flavin a master glass cutter from Waterford Crystal Glass in Ireland.
Hugh has created pieces for many famous people over the years and has established his name in this field.
Hugh has a growing concern for old styles hand made crafts that are slowly dying out and not being taught to next generations. These podcasts are to bring awareness to these crafts provoking new craftsman to take up a dying craft that is now on the ”In danger of being extinct list of which there is well over 100 skilled crafts in danger of being forgotten forever.

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Recent Episodes

Made With These Hands Podcast Interviewing Adam Jenkins of Now Strike Experiences

Apr 27, 2026 59m

In This Episode Hugh McNeill of Made With These Hands Podcast interviews Adam Jenkins of Now Strike Experiences. Growing up, our guest’s journey didn’t follow a straight line, but rather a series of…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill Interviews Gunta Andrews

Mar 07, 2026 47m

My guest today is Gunta Andrews, a textile artist whose work beautifully combines personal history, hand-stitching, and storytelling. Growing up as the daughter of immigrant parents in a city still…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill Interviews Engraver Chris Ainslie

Nov 23, 2025 50m

In this engaging conversation, Hugh McNeill from the podcast Made With These Hands interviews one of Britain's leading glass engravers Chris Ainslie. He shares his remarkable journey as a glass…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviews Ella Merriman

Nov 07, 2025 40m

In this episode, Hugh McNeill from Made With These Hands Podcast, interviews the lovely Ella Merriman, a Rush basket maker based in London, she shares her journey into the world of handmade crafts.…

Made With These Hands Podcast, Hugh McNeill Interviews Amelia Skachill Burke from E&M Glass

Aug 02, 2025 1h 2m

In this episode Hugh McNeill from "Made With These Hands Podcast" Chats to Amelia Skachill-Burke. She shares her journey from growing up in Manchester to becoming a skilled glassblower at E&M…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill Interviewing Anna Rennie "The Steel Maiden"

Jul 21, 2025 40m

In this episode of Made With These Hands, host by Hugh McNeill, he chats to the remarkable Anna Rennie, also known as the "Steel Maiden." Anna is both a talented silversmith and one of only four…

Made With These Hands Podcast With Hugh McNeill interviewing The Blind Woodturner Chris Fisher.

Jul 04, 2025 49m

In this inspiring episode, Hugh McNeill from Made With These Hands Podcast Interviews Chris Fisher, known as the Blind Woodturner, Chris shares his journey from losing his sight to becoming a skilled…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviews Louise West Lace Designer

Jun 24, 2025 37m

In this conversation, Hugh McNeill from Made With These Hands Podcast speaks to the wonderful Louise West from Louise West Lace Design.  They explore the rich history and personal journey of lace…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill Interviews Karen Willis Ceramicist

Jun 15, 2025 35m

In this engaging conversation, Hugh McNeill from Made With These Hands Podcast interviews Karen Willis. Karen shares her journey from growing up in a creative household to becoming a successful…

Hugh McNeill Made With These Hands Podcast interviewing Ross Alcock Horologist.

Jun 08, 2025 50m

In this conversation, Hugh McNeill interviews Ross Alcock from A J Alcock and Son, Horologists. Ross shares his journey into the world of horology, detailing his early influences, education, and…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill Interviews Jeweller Lucy Martin

Jun 01, 2025 30m

In this conversation, Hugh McNeill from Made with these hands Interviews Lucy Martin, a jeweler based in London, she shares her journey into the world of jewelry making, discussing her early…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviewing Kate Sproston

May 25, 2025 37m

In this conversation Hugh McNeill interviews embroider Kate Sproston from Kate Sproston Design, They explore her journey as a textile designer, delving into her early influences, the significance of…

Made With These Hands Podcast, Hugh McNeill interviews Sean Evelegh Designer and Woodworker

May 10, 2025 45m

This conversation Hugh McNeill interviews award winning designer Sean Evelegh already a Master craftsman at the tender age 24.  Sean is a Woodworker based in the beautiful county of Kent. They…

Made With These Hands Podcast: Hugh McNeill being interviewed by Chris Edwards

Apr 18, 2025 53m

In this conversation, Hugh McNeill shares his journey from his upbringing in Coventry to his experiences in Ireland, exploring how his background influenced his creativity and work ethic. He…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill Interviews Phil Howard one of the last Clog makers in the UK

Apr 12, 2025 31m

This episode Hugh Interviews one of the last Clog makers in the UK Phil Howard. Their conversation explores the significance of Morris dancing and clog making in British culture, the challenges faced…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviews weaver Kathryn Tomasetti

Apr 04, 2025 38m

In this episode of Made With These Hands, host Hugh McNeill speaks with award-winning weaver Kathryn Tomassetti about her journey into the world of weaving, the cultural influences that shape her…

Made With These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviews Helen Brough Glass Artist

Mar 30, 2025 40m

In this conversation, Hugh McNeill interviews Glass Artist Helen Brough. She shares her journey from early creative influences to her current work in glass art. She discusses the importance of…

Made with these Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviewing Sarah Brown of Sarah Brown Glass.

Mar 22, 2025 38m

In this engaging conversation, Hugh McNeill interviews Sarah Brown. Sarah shares her journey from a creative childhood in Essex to becoming a renowned glass artist in Cheltenham. She discusses her…

Made with These Hands Podcast Hugh McNeill interviews Ed Griffiths from Green Shoes

Mar 16, 2025 37m

In this episode Ed Griffiths talks about the journey of a craftsman transitioning from woodworking to leatherworking, highlighting the importance of sustainability, the craft of shoemaking, and the…

Made With These Hands, Hugh McNeill interviews engraver Tracey Sheppard

Mar 07, 2025 28m

In this engaging conversation, Tracey Sheppard, the renowned glass engraver, shares her journey from a creative childhood to becoming a prominent figure in the glass engraving community. She…

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How many episodes does MADE WITH THESE HANDS have?

MADE WITH THESE HANDS has published 33 episodes since November 2024, covering topics in Arts, Crafts.

Is MADE WITH THESE HANDS still active?

MADE WITH THESE HANDS is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 39m.

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