The Good Ol' Blades Podcast
Join me as I talk to other knifemakers, craftsmen and artisans in my journey to unpack the mysteries of knifemaking, and the culture by which it's built. This podcast features interviews with many of the men and women who have built, or are building the industry of knives and knife making as we know it today. Visit us at thegoodolbladespodcast.com!
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Episodes
96 episodes
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Sale Slump? Adopt A Knifemaker
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the state of knife sales and the economic impact to makers in the market today, and implores customers to support your makers, and how important it is to the continuation of the craft and innovat...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Joining The Knifemakers' Guild
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks a little about joining The Knifemakers' Guild, the inspection process, and some of the reasons he joined the Guild.
Episode 7 - Fixed Blade Finesse with Night Watch Knives - Alex Harrison
Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford had the opportunity to talk fixed blades and knife business with Kansas City, MO royal - Alex Harrison from Night Watch Knives, on this episode of the podcast.Alex talks about how he got in...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Life Events & Expectation Setting
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about almost dying from food poisoning, how he contemplated delays to work, and some ideas on expectation setting when life events cause delays.
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife Show Etiquette
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about knife show etiquette, not only for show goers, but for knifemakers who intend on meeting up with other makers.
Episode 6 - A Rising Star Alabama Custom Slipjoint Maker - Matt Collum
Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford got to share some southern hospitality with a rising star in custom slipjoints, Matt Collum, on this episode of the podcast.Matt talks a little about himself, how he got into pocket knives,...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Oubaitori & Knives
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about Oubaitori, an ancient Japanese concept of non-comparison, associated with the four spring blossoming trees: cherry blossoms, plum, peach, and apricot and how it relates to knives and knife making...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Hand Grinding Vs. Grinding Jig
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the differences of hand vs. grinding jigs, stigmas associated with them, and a different way to think about using a grinding jig as a tool.
Episode 5 - A Good Ol' Texas Slipjoint Maker - Stanley Buzek
Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford had the opportunity to talk the venerable Stanley Buzek on this episode of the podcast.Stanley talks about the pronunciation of his last name, his Czech background, Kolach, and Texas czech culture....
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Big Knife, Little Knife
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about little knives, some of the perception around them as being feminine or dainty, ways to change the way we think about size of blades, and their utilitarianism.
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife Photography
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about knife photography, both personal and professional, and tips for preparing for photography to get the most bang for your buck, and result for your time.
Episode 4 - Mississippi Blacksmith, Christ-following Husband, Father, Forged in Fire Champion - Derek Melton - Pt. 2
Take some time with Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford to get to know the fascinating Derek Melton in this two part series!Featured on Forged in Fire Season 5, ...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Proper Shop PPE
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the importance of shop Personal Protective Equipment or PPE. Food for thought, tips on how to address common risk factors in the shop, and first aid recommendations.
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - The Last 10% of Knifemaking
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the last 10% of knifemaking. What it takes to introspect on how you finish out a knife, the measuring stick you hold your own work quality up to, and ideas on how to look at your own work critica...
Episode 3 - Mississippi Blacksmith, Christ-following Husband, Father, Forged in Fire Champion - Derek Melton - Pt. 1
Take some time with Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford to get to know the fascinating Derek Melton in this two part series! Featured on Forged in Fire Season 5,...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Shop Lighting & Build Sheets
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the importance of shop lighting, strategies for how to light your shop, and how to use build sheets for your knifemaking.
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Handle Finishing Tips
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks handle finishing techniques.
Episode 2 - This Guy... - Aaron Lawvere
Get to know the guy who gets by with a little help from his friends, the mystical and oft overestimated, Aaron Lawvere! We get to sit down and talk to Aaron about his knifemaking journey, life, and other fun stuff on the 2nd episode of the podc...
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Bolster Fitup & Finishing
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about bolster fit up and finishing, which includes helpful tools and operations.
The Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Social Media Security
In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks Cyber Security, Social Media, and how that relates to not only knifemakers, but social media users in general. Aaron talks about different attack vectors that are present today
Episode 1 - The Man, The Myth, The Legend - Chris Crawford
Take some time to get to know the man, the myth, the legend, Chris Crawford! We get to sit down and talk to Chris about his life, knives, and random other topics in the inaugural 1st episode of the podcast! We get to hear a lit...