The Blacksmith's Pub Podcast

Happy Holidays!!! We spend some time with @sunsetforgenj, @thetradesmanchannel, @dkforgeworks, and @shipwrightskills.  We find out what they're up to and see what they're doing for the holidays. Sadly @sunsetforgenj lost his connection at some point and our realization that he was gone and the ensuing conversation wound up on the cutting room floor.  We try to never edit content, but sometimes it's necessary. Those of you that don't appreciate a little swearing might want to skip this episode.  Also, know that if there is swearing or other adult behaviour in an episode we mark it as Explicit so you can filter it out if you like.

We spend some time talking about family, booze, projects, anvils, smoke in the shop, and chimneys.

Summary: James Johnson from Anyang USA joins us and tells us how he came to be an Anyang distributor, a little about how the hammers work, and shares some stories from his journey so far.   Links: www.anyangusa.net USAforging@gmail.com @james_johnson_anyang_usa on Instagram   Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes

Summary: It's been awhile, but we're back. Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes

Summary: In this episode we check back in with the one, the only @SmithinStu!  We cover a lot of ground here and talk about ABANA, forging, power hammers, bees, and hot dog dies.  Lots of names and info were dropped.  Have a pencil handy.  This one is not to missed.  Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Summary: We check in with Steven and see how is weathering the stormy economic seas. Duration: 48 minutes

Summary: Jesse and Rick talk a little shop and catch up on what’s new. Duration: 39 minutes

Summary: Jesse and Rick catch up after not talking for awhile. Duration: 54 minutes  

Summary: Leigh, President of ABANA stops by to share exciting news and happenings with the organization. Duration: 45 minutes

Blacksmith Signs, Birdhouses, and a Bow from 1969 Summary: The title says it all. Duration: 40 minutes

Luke Proctor Summary: We talk with Luke (@lukeproctorblacksmith on Instagram) about his business, his family, and his new shop and house build. Links: lproctorironworks.com Duration: 57 minutes

Recurves & Belt Buckles Summary: Jesse visited Keith (@shipwrightskills) for some pro tips.  Rick bought some recurve bows.  Another great conversation… Duration: 42 minutes

EP 82 - Nails & Such Summary: The guys talk about nails and what they’ve been up doing recently. Duration: 27 minutes

EP 81 - Toby, Fire & Steel Summary: Toby from the Toby, Fire & Steel Podcast drops in for a chat. Links: @tobyfireandsteelpodcastyoutube on Instagram TheBurnNetwork.com Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes

EP 80 - Jesse Gets Lathe Summary: Jesse got a new wood lathe and we have Keith Mitchell (@shipwrightskills) drop by to give us an education on wood and turning. Keith recommends the Chairmaker’s Notebook by Peter Galbert. He said, “It has excellent information and very good drawings of green woodworking and wood turning, etc.  It is published by Lost Art Press (lostartpress.com); a true gem of a publisher.” Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes

EP 79 - Never Let the Truth Get in the Way of a Good Story Summary: We were entertained in this episode by Matt Jenkins (@cloverdaleforge on Instagram.  Matt and his partner Karen “Rudy” Rudolph (@ruderock on Instagram run Cloverdale Forge in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.  We had a great time with Matt and we think you will too. Links: cloverdaleforge.com Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com) Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes

Quickie EP 5 - The Manager’s Special with Dave Kurdyla Summary: Dave Kurdyla’s taking the reins for this one and making sure we’re towing the company line.  We had a lot of problems connecting and had to wrap it up quick at the end when we hit more difficulties and couldn’t all get back on the phone.  Sorry.  But, we had so much fun, I’m sure we will do this again.  Let us know if you liked this episode.  If you did, give us some love on iTunes.  If you didn’t, we’ll refund your money.  LOL Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes

EP 78 - On The Road with Anna Koplik Summary: We are graced with the energy and enthusiasm of Anna Koplik.  She is a journeyman blacksmith, bladesmith, and teacher.  We caught up with her on her way to the Austin Forging Competition in Texas. Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com) Duration: 49 minutes

Quickie EP 4 - Mr. Lucky, Alan Curboy @LuckyNailBlacksmith Summary: A full-fledged conversation with the one, the only, Lucky Nail Blacksmith! Duration: 1 hour

Quickie EP 3 - Wooden Hammers and Sound Effects Summary: Another slider episode to enlighten and make you shake your head. Duration: 39 minutes

EP 77 - Austin Handel from The Catskill Mountain Makers Camp Summary: Rick and Jesse visit with Austin (@themakerscamp on Instagram) to find out all about the 2020 Makers Camp on Oct 9th - 12th.  This is a quick one, but packed with good info! Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com) Duration: 32 minutes

Quickie EP 2 - Spring is in the Air! Summary: Another quick episode to give those stuck at home a laugh or two. Duration: 25 minutes

EP76 - Patrick Quinn of Center for Metal Arts   Summary: Patrick Quinn comes on to share all that is happening at Center for Metal Arts.  LOTS of great content in this one.   Links: https://centerformetalarts.org https://centerformetalarts.org/press/ http://www.patrickjquinn.com Pennsylvania Regional Meet at Center for Metal Arts   Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com)   Duration: 59 minutes

Quickie EP 1 - Don’t Panic! Summary: We are trying to keep it light and get some updated info out about previously recorded episodes and changes to events given the uncertainty happening in the community. Links: Donate to ABANA Duration: 46 minutes

EP75 - I’ve Seen Your Wife.  What Kind O’ Anvil You Got?   Summary: The guys talk melancholy, new tools, anvils, losing things, vice mounting strategies, and a bunch of other stuff.   *** Bonus points for anyone who can name the movie that inspired the title of this episode!  1st prize is a hug from Dave Kurdyla.  Last prize is a hug from Dave Kurdyla.  LOL DM your answers to @barter_rick on Instagram   Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com)   Duration: 59 minutes

EP74 - Chuck Faught from Flame Tech   Summary: Chuck Faught (@lucky_chuckie on Instagram) from Flame Tech (@flametech_scorpion on Instagram) comes on to discuss torch cutting and the types of things his company provides.  He is a wealth of knowledge in flame cutting and schools us pretty well.  We also get to hear about other cool projects of his.   Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com) ABANA 2020 Conference (ABANA2020.org)     Duration: 42 minutes

EP73 - Bob Menard for the ABANA 2020 Conference Summary: We catch up with Uncle Bob about the ABANA 2020 Conference which is swiftly approaching.  There was a TON of information discussed as well as some tips for the conference. Sponsors: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com) ABANA 2020 Conference (ABANA2020.org) Duration: 52 minutes

EP72 - Jeff Van de Walker   Summary: The guys talk with Jeff Van de Walker (@javosironworks on Instagram) about his work, inspiration, how he made his power hammer and hydraulic press, and all the different work he does.  And at the end Jesse goes intergalactic and turns into a robot!   Links:      Hydraulic Press Build      Tunnel Mill Crafts      DF in the Shop   Sponsor: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com)   Duration: 49 minutes

Guest: Spencer from Evenheat-Kiln.com   Summary: The guys talk with Spencer from Evenheat Kiln (@evenheatkilns on Instagram) about their business and products.  Then the guys discuss Rick’s new anvil.   Sponsor: Evenheat Kilns (evenheat-kiln.com)   Duration: 49 minutes

Summary: Jesse and Rick catch back up and talk about goals and plans for 2020.   Duration: 52 minutes

EP69 - The last hurrah before the holidays!   Guests: John Erianne (@sunsetforgenj on Instagram) Jordan Goodwin (@axe_and_anvil on Instagram) Joey Winkler (@caffiendsforge on Instagram) Eric Monasterio (@racerracks on Instagram) Geoff Feder (@federknives on Instagram)   Summary: Jesse and Rick talk with friends new and old before taking a break for the rest of the year.  It was a whirlwind with Jesse and John pulling overtime to reign Rick in.  Good conversation was had with all our guests and we thank them for spending their valuable time with us and sharing of themselves.  What a great evening.  Thank you all!   Duration: 1 hour 49 minutes

EP68 - Just Say No To Crack…   Names dropped: Chuck Faught (@lucky_chuckie on Instagram) Chemolene (@chemweld on Instagram)   Summary: Jesse and Rick talk for awhile about current events and then call Dave Kurdyla to see what he’s up to and take some time to thank our sticker peeps!  It was a good time.   Duration: 58 minutes

EP67 - The New England Vampire Panic   Names dropped: Anna Koplik (@arkoplic on Instagram) Roy Scott (@VintageAxeWorks on Instagram) Chris Cash (@mt_phillip_metal_works on Instagram) Legitimus Podcast (@legitimuspodcast on Instagram)   Summary: The boys talk about current and upcoming events before diving into some scary stuff that actually happened in New England from the late 1700s through the 1800s.  Happy Halloween!   Duration: 48 minutes

Summary: The guys chit-chat about the latest bottle opener class at CMA, the Modern Forge gang at the upcoming Maker Camp, and what they’ve been up to lately.  As usual there were some tangents.   Duration: 31 minutes

EP65 - Vampire Bunnies & Criminal Sheep   Guest: Willow Zietman @WillowTheWispMetalwork on Instagram   Summary: We had a lively chat with Willow about her work, teaching, her demo for the New England Blacksmiths, and her farm.   We had some connection issues and issues with wind, etc., but we didn’t want to sacrifice the flow and continuity of the conversation by chopping up the episode too much.  So, please bear with the slight imperfections in sound quality and enjoy our conversation with Willow in all its natural glory!   Duration: 53 minutes

Guest: Nick Downing @DowningArts on Instagram   Summary: We hung out with Nick and talked about his work, his teaching, and lots of other stuff.   Duration: 59 minutes

Guest: Geoff Feder @FederKnives on Instagram   Summary: Geoff Feder stops by to hang out, tell us what’s up in his world, and we talk about Jesse’s trip to England and Rick’s trip to Greece (Which we’re not even sure he went because he doesn’t remember very many details about it. Let’s face it. He can be a bit of a veg...)   Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes

EP62 - Sometimes the magic works: 40 Years a Smith with Steven Bronstein   Guest: Steven Bronstein @blackthorneforge on Instagram   Summary: We check in with Steven Bronstein and see what he’s up to and what’s going on in his world.   Names Dropped: John Switzer @blackbearforge on Instagram Mark Aspery Willow Zietman @willowthewispmetalwork #150mmchallenge on Instagram   Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Guest: Brent Bailey @brentbaileyforge on Instagram Summary: Brent Bailey stops by to talk about his new show coming to Vimeo, The Iron Road. As usual, we take care of business and enjoy some twists and turns along the way. Names Dropped: Geoff Feder - @federknives on Instagram ForgingMagazine.com Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes

EP60 - Chris Cash - The man in black…smithing   Guest: Chris Cash @mt_phillip_metal_works on Instagram   Summary: We get to chat with Chris Cash about his metalworking journey and all the tools he buys/sells/trades.   Names Dropped: Andrew Alexander: @blacksmithtools on Instagram Brent Bailey @brentbaileyforge on Instagram Aaron Cergol @cergolforge on Instagram Jimmy Diresta @jimmydiresta on Instagram Cliff Dufton @cjdufton on Instagram John Erianne @sunsetforgenj on Instagram Matt Harris @matthew_harris_studio on Instagram Phil Kratz @philsanvilsandantiques on Instagram   Duration: 53 minutes

Summary: Sorry we’re late on this one.  It's my (Rick) fault, but what are you going to do?  Life is busy sometimes.  We talk about a bunch of stuff.  Enjoi!   Duration: 41 minutes

Guest: Fred Crist - facristmetalsmith.com   Summary: We talk with Fred Crist about his journey in sculpture, blacksmithing, and photography and his time in the shop of Samuel Yellin.   Duration: 56 minutes

Guest: Emmit Hoyl (@hammerhoyl on Instagram)   Summary: Emmit Hoyl is a single jack rock driller from Colorado.  We had a great conversation with him about his training at Hereford College of the Arts in the UK, his tool making, his rock drilling competitions, and life in general.   Links: https://youtu.be/J-hRTsNRuGU https://youtu.be/mWGAj_6kLpM   Sponsors: The letter “H”   Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes

Guest: Ellen Durkan (@ironmaidenforge on Instagram)   Summary: We talk with Ellen about beer, her shop, her process, and her awesome fashion designs.   Sponsors: Evenheat-Kiln.com and AdirondackFolkSchool.org   Duration: 48 minutes

Guest: Cliff Dufton (@cjdufton on Instagram)   Summary: We talk about The Blacksmith’s Pub Spoon Challenge and get the low down on Cliff Dufton and his marvelous machines.   Links: Steven Bronstein (@blackthorneforge on Instagram} Chris Cash (@mt_phillip_metal_works on Instagram)   Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com   Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes

Guest: Leigh Morrell (@leighmorrell on Instagram)   Summary: We share some time with Leigh Morrell, President of ABANA.   Notes: To volunteer at the ABANA 2020 Conference, contact Dana Flanders at: president@habairon.com   Links: @MorrellMetalsmiths on Instagram   Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com   Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes

Summary: We talk about The Blacksmith’s Pub Podcast Spoon Challenge inspired by the 150mm Challenge at Hereford Arts College in the UK.   Correction: Ernst Schwarzkopf’s book is _Plain and Ornamental Forging_     Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com   Duration: 42 minutes

Guest: Colleen du Pon (@cduponartist on Instagram)   Summary: We visit with Colleen from Dorset, UK.  We talk about how she got her start in smithing, her work and shop, and lots more.  We also find out how she terrorizes local charitable organizations when they come to her shop.  :)      Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com   Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes

Guest: John Erianne aka Uncle Sunset (@sunsetforgenj on Instagram)   Summary: We bring John Erianne in for some more talk about finishes and find out he doesn’t like smells among other things.   We talk about the Thistle Rock Forge (@thistlerockforge on Instagram) yearly clinic in honor of @hammeredforge on March 22, 23, 24.   We talk about Rachel David’s (@__redmetal__ on instagram) show: Meta-Formation: Experiments and Rituals March 14 - July 19 at the Appalachian Center For Craft (@ttucraftcenter on Instagram).   And (spoiler alert) Rick did NOT make it to CMA because he pulled his back doing farm work and now everyone hates him and thinks he’s a liar.  Take a number motherf*ckers!    Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com   Duration: 1 hour 13 minutes

Guest: Michael J Budd Summary: We had a very enjoyable and special visit with Michael Budd. Many topics were covered. Many things were said. Much fun was had by all. Get ready to hear about Johnny the Lip and Other Stories! Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com Duration: 2 hours

Summary: We’re re-visiting finishes for ironwork.  We also call Dave Kurdyla and see what he uses for finishes.  As usual, Rick runs off all over the place and Jesse has to rein him in.   Sponsor: Evenheat-Kiln.com   Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes