The Real Wood Matters podcast, produced by the Missouri Forest Products Association (MPFA), dives into the pressing issues and biggest questions facing the forest products industry. The show features guests from across the industry, ranging from interior designers to loggers to association members.
Chadd James from Daniel & Henry Co. discusses how insurance companies support businesses in the Missouri forest products industry in this interview episode.
16 Jun 2025
#6: Real Wood in Interior Design
Jenny Rausch, owner of Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath, shares her expertise on using real wood in interior design projects, highlighting the beauty and versatility of natural materials.
27 May 2025
#5: Look Out For Lumber Safety!
Certification Manager CHRIS LOHMANN discusses how the Missouri Forest Products Association provides life-saving certifications and educational programs to ensure lumber safety in a dangerous industry; this is an interview.
13 May 2025
#4: Contribute to Real Environmental Impact
Today’s episode of Real Wood Matters features HANK STELZER, a man of many titles: Associate Professor; State Extension Specialist in Forestry; Education Director, Natural Resources for MIZZOU Extension, and, our favorite, all-around nice guy. With the little free time he has, Hank gives us the surprising scientific rundown of how forestry and wood products affect our environment. For more information on Hank Stelzer, view his page on MIZZOU’s website: extension.missouri.edu/people/hank-stelzer (https://extension.missouri.edu/people/hank-stelzer). To read the full Carbon Report discussed in the podcast, use this link: www.moforest.org/wp-content/uploads/Carbon-report_Final2.pdf (https://www.moforest.org/wp-content/uploads/Carbon-report_Final2.pdf).
From $10 Billion worth of forest management, to 42,000 lumber professionals, to the latest trends in finishes and furniture, the Real Wood Matters podcast covers all the ins and outs of the forest products industry. Presented by the Missouri Forest Products Association, Real Wood Matters features forest experts from across the state and beyond, sharing their knowledge and expertise. Keep an eye out for new episodes every other week! For more information, visit choosewood.com (http://choosewood.com) and follow the MFPA on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/MissouriForestProducts/).
29 Apr 2025
#3: Learn the Benefits of Designing with Real Wood
On this episode of Real Wood Matters, SUSAN PILATO, CEO of Mantra Inspired Furniture, drops by to give us the big picture on using real wood in design, its benefits and how you can and why you should add real wood to your next project. For more information on Susan Pilato and Mantra Inspired Furniture, visit their website: www.mantrainspiredfurniture.com (https://www.mantrainspiredfurniture.com/).
From $10 Billion worth of forest management, to 42,000 lumber professionals, to the latest trends in finishes and furniture, the Real Wood Matters podcast covers all the ins and outs of the forest products industry. Presented by the Missouri Forest Products Association, Real Wood Matters features forest experts from across the state and beyond, sharing their knowledge and expertise. Keep an eye out for new episodes every other week! For more information, visit choosewood.com (http://choosewood.com) and follow the MFPA on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/MissouriForestProducts/).
15 Apr 2025
Support the Future of Our Forests
Join us on the second episode of Real Wood Matters, where Missouri Forest Products Association Executive Director BRIAN BROOKSHIRE details the future of our forests, from care and conservation to economic efforts.
From $10 Billion worth of forest management, to 42,000 lumber professionals, to the latest trends in finishes and furniture, the Real Wood Matters podcast covers all the ins and outs of the forest products industry. Presented by the Missouri Forest Products Association, Real Wood Matters features forest experts from across the state and beyond, sharing their knowledge and expertise. Keep an eye out for new episodes every other week! For more information, visit choosewood.com (http://choosewood.com) and follow the MFPA on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/MissouriForestProducts/).
1 Apr 2025
Episode 1: The State of the Forest
On this episode, Missouri Forest Products Association Executive Director BRIAN BROOKSHIRE joins us for our inaugural episode. Listen or watch along as Brian captures the heart and sustainable soul of Missouri forests and lays the foundation for future episodes of Real Wood Matters.
From $10 Billion worth of forest management, to 42,000 lumber professionals, to the latest trends in finishes and furniture, the Real Wood Matters podcast covers all the ins and outs of the forest products industry. Presented by the Missouri Forest Products Association, Real Wood Matters features forest experts from across the state and beyond, sharing their knowledge and expertise. Keep an eye out for new episodes every other week! For more information, visit choosewood.com (http://choosewood.com) and follow the MFPA on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/MissouriForestProducts/).
1 Apr 2025
Real Wood Matters Trailer
From $10 Billion worth of forest management, to 42,000 lumber professionals, to the latest trends in finishes and furniture, the Real Wood Matters podcast covers all the ins and outs of the forest products industry. Presented by the Missouri Forest Products Association, Real Wood Matters features forest experts from across the state and beyond, sharing their knowledge and expertise. Keep an eye out for new episodes every other week! For more information, visit choosewood.com (http://choosewood.com) and follow the MFPA on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/MissouriForestProducts/).
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Chadd James
Jenny Rausch
CHRIS LOHMANN
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34,123
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5.0 / 5
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Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100
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