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The ONLY podcast that talks about technical fabrics, MYOG, and gear design.
Top 7% of global podcasts
Over 210,000 downloads
Average listener rating of 4.8 stars
With an international base of listeners and guests, ROTR's performance is touted as breaking the top 10% of all podcasts.
Since 2021, the podcast has grown steadily. Attracting guests and listeners to tune in episode-after-episode.
"The authenticity, humor, and passion of the hosts is fantastic and I’m grateful for their willingness to share with the community."
The Latest Episode
Sewing Machine Maintenance Guide
Episode: 149
Guest: Matt Evans
Description: Most sewing machine problems don’t start with catastrophic failure—they start with the small maintenance habits makers ignore for too long. In this episode, Matt Evans joins us to break down the practical upkeep, adjustments, and troubleshooting skills every DIYer should know to keep their machines running smoothly and sewing clean.
Recent Episodes
The Crisis of American Sewing
Episode: 148
Guest: Carolina Textile District
Description: Most of us like the idea of American-made production, but very few of us understand the complexity (or the role DIY makers can play in rebuilding it). This conversation explores what it actually takes to build sewn products sustainably in America without losing sight of the people behind the products.
Sewing EVERYTHING For a Thru Hike
Episode: 147
Guest: Eliza Sweeney
Description: Any project is a serious undertaking—but sewing everything for your thru-hike is next level. That’s exactly what Eliza did for the CDT. She breaks down what it actually takes to design, sew, and trust a full 15-piece kit when failure isn’t really an option.
How to Think Like a Product Developer
Episode: 146
Guest: Kyle Rogers
Description: The line between professional gear and great DIY gear is hard to define. Instead of guessing, we brought in a pro. A product developer with Patagonia and Yeti experience breaks down what actually matters and what makers can learn from the big companies.