Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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What started as a magazine became something much bigger.

Welcome to Season 1 of Wood&Steel: The Podcast. In Episode 2, Taylor Guitars co-founders Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug share the origin story of Wood & Steel. How it began, why it mattered, and why it needed to evolve beyond print.

They speak candidly about storytelling, stewardship, and the responsibility of carrying a legacy forward while continuing to grow. This conversation sets the tone for what Wood&Steel is becoming. Not just a publication, but a platform for ideas, people, and craft.

🎸 Hosted by Jim Kirlin and Jay Parkin from Taylor Guitars
🎙️ Wood&Steel: The Podcast | Season 1, Episode 2

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About Taylor Guitars
Taylor Guitars is an industry-leading manufacturer of premium acoustic guitars headquartered in El Cajon, California. Founded in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the company is widely recognized for its innovative manufacturing techniques and tone-enhancing designs, and players worldwide love the easy playability of Taylor’s guitar necks. Taylor is currently led by Chief Guitar Designer, President, and CEO Andy Powers. In December of 2020, Taylor became 100 percent employee-owned.

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