Jeremiah Craig: Balladeer

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Hi my name is Jeremiah Craig. I'm a Balladeer & Singer/Songwriter with a passion for telling stories. These are my musings about folk music, my path as an independent artist, and random thoughts with the Anchor community. Call-ins, songs, discussions, interviews, and more. Lend an ear!

Jeremiah Craig


    • May 21, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Making Custom Cowboy Boots for Those Who Need Them Most: Bill's Boots & Vicky's Bags

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 56:13


    I talk to Bill and Vicky about custom cowboy boots and why they make them almost exclusively for folks with orthopedic needs. Learn more about Bill's Boots and Vicky's Bags on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/2HeartsLeatherProductsLlc

    Ask the Bootmaker with Jarrett Van Curen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 48:36


    I chat with Jarrett Van Curen of Van Curen Leather in another episode of Ask the Bootmaker! Learn more about Jarrett Van Curen at https://www.vancurenleather.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VanCurenLeather/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/van_curen_leather/

    Ask the Bootmaker with Steven Christo of Perrin Creek Custom Cowboy Boots!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 51:47


    Join me for an Ask the Bootmaker interview with Steven Christo of Perrin Creek Custom Cowboy Boots. Learn more about Perrin Creek Custom Cowboy Boots at Website - https://www.perrincreekcustomboots.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/perrincreekcustomboots/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/perrincreekboots Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Ask the Bootmaker with Jose Chavez of BNV Boots!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 50:52


    Learn more about BNV Boots by contacting him at bnvboots@gmail.com or by phone at 915-861-2403. Follow BNV Boots on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bnvboots/ Get an "Old Boots Got Soul" keychain at https://jeremiahcraig.com/oldbootskeychain Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Ask the Bootmaker with Morgan Buckert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 55:06


    I speak with Morgan Buckert, custom cowboy boot maker in Idaho. Learn more about her at https://morganbuckert.com/ and send me your questions before live streams by commenting below or on FB and IG. Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    How Chase DeForest Uses Technology and Art When Building Custom Cowboy Boots

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 48:25


    I spoke with Chase DeForest, custom boot maker in Washington D.C. about her process, her beginnings and her artistic capabilities. She incorporates many modern processes when designing and preparing the boots she makes and it was an awesome experience speaking with her. Listen here on the podcast or watch on YouTube! YouTube Link Learn more about Chase DeForest and her Custom Boots at https://chasecustomboots.com/ Follow Chase DeForest on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/chasecustomboots/ Thanks for listening! Please rate and share the podcast and help spread the news about this great custom cowboy boot maker!

    MD Custom Boots Builds Cowboy Boots Mathematically!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 46:36


    Matt Defer of MD Custom Boots talks about his process in building boots with a mathematic focus. Learn more about MD Custom Boots! On Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/md_custom_boots/ Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    How Tomasso Arditti Became a "TOP 25" Custom Cowboy Boot Maker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 71:24


    On this session of Ask The Bootmaker, I speak with Tomasso Arditti who has been named a Top 25 bootmaker by Texas Monthly Magazine twice. Website: https://tomassoarditti.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomassoarditti/ Get a Try Easy Foldable Boot Jack here - https://jeremiahcraig.com/bootjack ----------------------- Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Revamping Life the Custom Made Cowboy Boot Way with Aly L!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 39:53


    Alyssa Lennell-White is a custom boot and shoe maker in Wyoming and we talk about the sneaker industry vs the cowboy boot industry, where the term revamping came from and her style of custom cowboy boots! Learn more about Aly L's Custom Boots and Shoes at her website and social media:

    Long Lasting Impacts of a Cheap Divorce - Break Room Balladeer episode featuring Supportive Divorce Solutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 31:54


    I recorded this episode in April of 2019 and the world may have changed a lot since then but not in the area of divorce finances. Jillian Jones of Supportive Divorce Solutions tells me about the importance of making sure your finances are in order before signing on the dotted line to have ultimate freedom when you finally are divorced. Looking into Jillian's industry inspired me to write the song "What's After?" which you can hear on your favorite streaming platforms at the links below. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/5zqjBbW9UiW3TlLssFmYGQ?si=1y1AXUSeSzWpA58xuO-pOg YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6FfyNFj6XY Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/whats-after-single/1528827127 Amazon Music - https://amzn.to/3aTngd9 Bandcamp - https://jeremiahcraig.bandcamp.com/track/whats-after Learn more about Supportive Divorce Solutions at https://supportivedivorcesolutions.com/ Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Did you like this content? Consider leaving me a tip at https://jeremiahcraig.com/tips/ Let’s Be Friends Facebook: https://facebook.com/jeremiahcraig.music Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremiahcraig Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremiahcraigmusic YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jeremiahcraig Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jeremiahcraig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahcraig/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeremiahcraig

    Becoming a Full Time Custom Cowboy Boot Maker with Savannah River Boot Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 55:00


    I speak with Sean Mosley or Savannah River Boot Company, custom boot maker in Savannah, Georgia and making the jump to full time, his inspiration in making boots and more! Follow Savannah River Boot Company on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/savannah_river_boot_co/ and visit their website at https://srbcompany.com/

    Jake Houston: Touring Musician to Custom Cowboy Boot Maker!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 38:14


    Join me for another "Ask the Bootmaker" featuring Jake Houston from Houston Boot Co. as he talks about being a touring musician, thoughts on the industry, what got him into boot making and more! Learn more about Houston Boot Co. on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houstonbootco/ Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    How La Saboteuse Mixes Art and Custom Cowboy Boots in Massachusetts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 45:52


    La Saboteuse is a custom cowboy boot maker in Massachusetts who mixes her experience in art and architecture into making cowboy boots. Learn more about La Saboteuse at http://www.saboteuse.com/ Follow La Saboteuse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saboteusebespoke/ Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Did you like this content? Consider leaving me a tip at https://jeremiahcraig.com/tips/ Join my Facebook Cowboy Boot Group: https://jeremiahcraig.com/bootgroup Get 10% off cowboy boots and find merch at https://jeremiahcraig.com/store/ My eBay Store: https://www.ebay.com/usr/jeremiamothersel-0 Why I Make YouTube Videos: https://youtu.be/KJJnpWnzhxk ----------------------- Find my Music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UBkXeXm4IfyzjiB71OTa2?si=NxT28_1KR9-SvnbihwSc8g Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/jeremiah-craig/432664795 Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/m/Aticapamu35e25mgz4tci5euexe?t=Jeremiah_Craig Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Onx1aR Let’s Be Friends Facebook: https://facebook.com/jeremiahcraig.music Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremiahcraig Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremiahcraigmusic YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jeremiahcraig Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jeremiahcraig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahcraig/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeremiahcraig

    From Shoe Repair to Custom Cowboy Boots with Paul Krause

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 46:39


    I chat with Paul Krause of PK Bootmakers out of Presscott, AZ about his career starting out in shoe repair and then making custom cowboy boots. Learn more and order your own pair from PK Bootmaker at http://www.pkbootmaker.com/ Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Music City Leather on Making Custom Cowboy Boots in Nashville

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 45:48


    Wes Shugart of Music City Leather joins me for an Ask The Bootmaker session live on Instagram and we talk about what it's like making custom cowboy boots in Nashville, his background as a bootmaker and more. Learn more about Music City Leather at https://www.musiccityleather.com/

    3 "Click" Moments for My 3 Passions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 9:56


    Learn a little bit more about me as I talk about when I realized I should pursue Music, Cowboy Boots and Marketing more seriously. There's always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com and feel free to call me and leave a message at 253-254-5898.

    The Characteristics of a Traditional Cowboy Boot (featuring Hondo Boots)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 11:23


    Fil from Hondo Boots joins me to explain what makes up a traditionally made cowboy boot. Learn more about Hondo boots at http://hondoboots.com and remember you can call me with your comments, questions or suggestions at 253-254-5898 leave a message and I may use it in future videos and podcasts. Thanks for listening!

    Yeehaw Cowboy Support Small Facebook Live Concert

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 56:24


    Take a listen to my Support Small Facebook Live Concert originally performed on April 20th, 2020. Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Don't Be Insecure About Wearing Cowboy Boots!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 7:52


    Many people have asked me about how to get over their insecurities about wearing boots and what people might think of them when they do... I'm here to tell you not to worry about any of that! Listen to find out why.... Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com and my phone line is open for voice messages at 253-254-5898.

    New Songs from the Week 5/24/20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 7:28


    I wrote two new songs this week. The first is "Make this now then" and the second, more energetic, is called "Someone's Gotta Pay." Cheers and thanks for listening!

    What Makes Good Songwriting with Levi James

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 12:22


    Levi James joins me as we talk about what makes for good songwriting. Find Levi online at https://www.facebook.com/levijames.musician/

    Appreciating the Perfect Custom Cowboy Boot Fit with Dustin Lauw

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 54:27


    I talk with Duck's Heritage Custom Cowboy Boots owner and bootmaker, Dustin Lauw about fit, favorite leathers, trends and more. Follow Duck's Heritage Cowboy Boots on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ducksheritageleather/ Like Duck's Heritage Cowboy Boots on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ducksheritagecowboyboots/ Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Did you like this content? Consider leaving me a tip at https://jeremiahcraig.com/tips/ Join my Facebook Cowboy Boot Group: https://jeremiahcraig.com/bootgroup

    My Top 4 Musical Influences

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 5:35


    Thanks to Rich Allen for the question! I talk about my top 4 musical influences when it comes to songwriting.

    How to Spread Contagious Joy for Cowboy Boots!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 9:56


    Spread contagious joy for boots not COVID! Call me and leave a message at 253-254-5898 and I may use your message in future videos and podcasts

    JW Boot Company Support Small Facebook Live Stream

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 92:37


    I play a Facebook live stream concert on JW Boot Company's Facebook page as a part of my Support Small live tour Call me and leave a message at 253-254-5898 and I may use your message in future podcasts or videos!

    5/17/20 New Songs of the week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 6:02


    New song "Race Against the Spectors" was this week's only song I wrote. I hope you like it!

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    Finding Your Singing Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 5:24


    More music at jeremiahcraig.com

    How The Mad Tailor Makes Cowboy Boots Wearable Art

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 37:36


    I talk with The Mad Tailor about his process in becoming a boot maker. Follow him on Instagram @mad_tailor_leather.

    Having a Musical Family

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 6:29


    Listen to more music at jeremiahcraig.com

    Why Hondo Makes Cowboy Boots the Old Way

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 37:02


    I talk with Fil Guijarro of Hondo Boots about the cowboy boot industry and why they continue to make cowboy boots they way they used to when starting in 1965.

    Fox Farm Vineyards Support Small Live Stream Concert

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 81:39


    Performed on Fox Farm Vineyards Facebook page on 4/18/20. Call my Google Voice number and leave a message! 253-254-5898

    New Songs This Week 5/10/20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 6:37


    Here are a couple new songs I wrote this week! One for Mother's Day called "WWMD" and another called "Cherry Blossoms in the Wind." If you have any suggestions, questions or comments, call me at 253-254-5898.

    How Long Does It Take To Write A Song?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 7:10


    I answer this question then play a song I wrote in five minutes. Call me at 253-254-5898 and leave a message for questions, comments or suggestions, Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    How Lisa Sorrell Became One of The Best Custom Cowboy Boot Makers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 36:18


    Lisa Sorrell is a legend in the custom cowboy boot industry! We talk about her YouTube channel, making boots for Arnold Schwarzenegger and so much more. Learn more about her boots at https://customboots.net/. Also feel free to leave me a message on my Google Voice at 253-254-5898 and I may use it in future videos or podcasts.

    Why I Started Making Cowboy Boot Videos

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 4:15


    While hanging out with Raul de Lara in Provincetown, MA we got to talking about why I make videos about cowboy boots! I hope you enjoy this episode. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, leave a message on my Google Voice at 253-254-5898. Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Why Sarah Ford Makes Ranch Road Boots in Spain!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 24:07


    I talk with Sarah Ford of Ranch Road Boots about why she makes Ranch Road Boots in Spain and more! Call me at 253-254-5898 and leave a message to be featured in future podcasts and videos.

    Support Small Live Stream Concert with Vintage Vino & Espresso

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 82:40


    Originally live streamed on 4/17/20

    Characteristics of Traditional Folk Ballads

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 10:00


    I talk about the characteristics of traditional folk ballads in this podcast episode. Call 253-254-5898 to be featured in future podcasts and videos!

    How Jose Diaz Sells Cowboy Boots Online with Yeehaw Cowboy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 30:55


    I chat with Jose Diaz, owner of Yeehawcowboy.com about his strategy in selling boots online, how he got into the business and so much more! I hope you enjoy this interview. Call me and leave a message at 253-254-5898 if you want your question or comment featured in future content.

    All Businesses Have Their Own Unique Path

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 6:02


    Here's a little segment from Break Room Balladeer episodes I did in the past. Remember you can call me a 253-254-5898 and leave a message to be featured on future podcasts and videos.

    Will Roman made the Chisos Cowboy Boot Company in Just 11 Months

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 25:34


    I talk with Will Roman of Chisos Boots. We chat about his quick leap into the cowboy boot industry and how he approaches his business. Remember you can call me with questions or comments at 253-254-5898 and I can include those messages in future podcasts and videos.

    Let's Ride Boots and Apparel Live Stream Concert

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 75:42


    This is a live stream concert I played on Let's Ride Boots and Apparel's Facebook page on 4/16/20. Call me and leave a message at 253-254-5898.

    #AudioMo Day 4: Late one

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 12:59


    Late day but sticking to it!

    #AudioMo Day 3 - Trying New Formats?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 13:40


    Thinking about new ways to do the podcast during this month. I put in a segment when I was recently on the Over Conversation podcast.

    #AudioMo Day 2: Buying Weed in Washington vs Massachusetts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2019 29:46


    I have a show with Levi James in Webster, NY and buy weed in Massachusetts. Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    #AudioMo Day 1: Getting Back Into It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2019 17:45


    #AudioMo is a challenge to record audio every single day throughout June and I'm getting back into podcasting! More at https://jeremiahcraig.com

    Writing a Song about Boots

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 23:41


    I have a Break Room Balladeer episode coming up at a Montana boot and shoe repair shop and here is my process writing a song for that episode. Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Find my Music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UBkXeXm4IfyzjiB71OTa2?si=NxT28_1KR9-SvnbihwSc8g Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/jeremiah-craig/432664795 Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/m/Aticapamu35e25mgz4tci5euexe?t=Jeremiah_Craig Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Onx1aR If you want to use my music in your videos and podcasts for free, go to http://royaltyfreemusic.jeremiahcraig.com/ Let’s Be Friends Facebook: https://facebook.com/jeremiahcraig.music Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremiahcraig Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremiahcraigmusic YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jeremiahcraig Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jeremiahcraig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahcraig/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeremiahcraig Coffee & Music Schedule Monday: YouTube Tuesday: Facebook Wednesday: Instagram Thursday: Twitter/Periscope Friday: Twitch

    What is a Folk Ballad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2019 18:58


    I explain the rules of folk ballads and celebrate International Women's Day on Coffee & Music

    Blending All My Passions Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 25:06


    I ramble on about seeing my passions of music, marketing and cowboy boots mix together Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Find my Music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UBkXeXm4IfyzjiB71OTa2?si=NxT28_1KR9-SvnbihwSc8g Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/jeremiah-craig/432664795 Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/m/Aticapamu35e25mgz4tci5euexe?t=Jeremiah_Craig Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Onx1aR If you want to use my music in your videos and podcasts for free, go to http://royaltyfreemusic.jeremiahcraig.com/ Let’s Be Friends Facebook: https://facebook.com/jeremiahcraig.music Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremiahcraig Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremiahcraigmusic YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jeremiahcraig Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jeremiahcraig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahcraig/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeremiahcraig

    The Struggles Adopting New Technology

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 20:06


    We're getting back into things talking about time management, music and the struggles adopting new technologies. Coffee and Music #212 features "The Connector" and "Lass of Glenshee" Want to chime in on the podcast? Call 253-254-5898 and leave me a message! Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Find my Music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UBkXeXm4IfyzjiB71OTa2?si=NxT28_1KR9-SvnbihwSc8g Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/jeremiah-craig/432664795 Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/m/Aticapamu35e25mgz4tci5euexe?t=Jeremiah_Craig Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Onx1aR If you want to use my music in your videos and podcasts for free, go to http://royaltyfreemusic.jeremiahcraig.com/ Let’s Be Friends Facebook: https://facebook.com/jeremiahcraig.music Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremiahcraig Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremiahcraigmusic YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jeremiahcraig Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jeremiahcraig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahcraig/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeremiahcraig

    Let's Try This Again For Real

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2019 27:04


    I haven't been serious about podcasting of late because it just wasn't fun but I miss how it made me feel so I'm gonna give it a go the way I used to again. I'm talking about why I wasn't as active a podcaster and the pressure of releasing advice content. The Coffee & Music segment features "Thistle Bill" and "One Shot" Thanks for listening! Always more at https://jeremiahcraig.com Find my Music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UBkXeXm4IfyzjiB71OTa2?si=NxT28_1KR9-SvnbihwSc8g Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/jeremiah-craig/432664795 Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/m/Aticapamu35e25mgz4tci5euexe?t=Jeremiah_Craig Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Onx1aR If you want to use my music in your videos and podcasts for free, go to http://royaltyfreemusic.jeremiahcraig.com/ Let’s Be Friends Facebook: https://facebook.com/jeremiahcraig.music Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremiahcraig Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremiahcraigmusic YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jeremiahcraig Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jeremiahcraig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahcraig/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeremiahcraig

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