The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Nick Offerman | Arch Madness
Oct 17, 2025
Nick Offerman, Emmy-winning actor and woodworking enthusiast, discusses his journey into craftsmanship and promotes his book "Little Woodchucks." He shares heartwarming stories about learning woodworking from family and his proudest projects, such as a romantic blanket chest. Nick emphasizes the importance of hands-on skills in a tech-driven world and highlights community events in his hometown, from Halloween parades to quirky crafts. His passion for woodwork ties beautifully into the values of good work and creativity.
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Join Local Events To Connect Offline
- Participate in community events to build local connection and shared experiences without screens.
- Bring practical items like earplugs to sensory events and expect playful local humor in small-town gatherings.
Raised Making Things With Family
- Nick Offerman learned tools from family as a child, starting around age four or five and practicing with relatives into adolescence.
- He credits hands-on family projects for building skill, confidence, and belonging.
A Blanket Chest That Won A Kiss
- In high school Nick built a blanket chest for a girlfriend and wood-burned Ecclesiastes inside the lid to impress her.
- The chest worked: he got the kiss he wanted.
