Best Leatherwork Podcasts (2026)

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Leatherwork has been the constant in my life: Sarah Garvey | WAMCAST #111 1:32:00

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We sat down with We Are Makers repeat offender Sarah Garvey in her Arizona workshop and talked all things leatherwork, her journey, and where she is leaning now. Sarah was the cover feature of Edition Eight of We Are Makers. We get to go back and visit her and see what she has done since then, whilst recapping on her story and the importance her wo…

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Episode 23:From Leatherwork to 1911s: A Candid Talk with Scattered Hamlet’s Adam Jode 55:12

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Adam Joad of Scattered Hamlet discusses the band’s roots, blending country life with heavy music, the role of TikTok in their growth, and how authenticity shapes their songs and covers. They also share personal stories about leatherworking, hunting, firearms, and the realities of touring as independent musicians, plus reflections on community, resp…

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How grief forced hat making on Jessi: Jessi Lloyd | | WAMCAST #112 1:22:52

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On our recent trip through Albuquerque, New Mexico, we had the opportunity to meet Jessi Lloyd of Grey Collective Hats. Since her cover feature in We Are Makers Edition 12 Jessi has downscalled from her retail space, started, funded and planned a huge creative space before funding was pulled, rebuilt her shop in her garage, and found a beautiful wo…

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Episode 22: Ranch Life Unfiltered: Market Truths, Hunting, and Hard Work on a Southern Colorado Ranch 58:36

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Turner Kincaid, who runs the Average Hired Man social page, joins to share an honest look at ranch life in southern Colorado — his herd, summer mountain permits, winter feed, and running about 350 mother cows plus replacement heifers and bulls. The episode covers why locally sold beef costs more than the live cattle market price, the true costs of …

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Episode 21 with Rocking MST Leatherworks Tooling, Timelines, and Tough Choices in Handmade Leather 1:01:28

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In this episode Sarah from Rockin MST Leatherworks talks about how she got into leatherworking, running a small handmade business, and balancing family life with custom orders. Topics include tooling and patterns, pricing and selling (Etsy and craft shows), the time‑consuming nature of hand‑stitching, learning from mentors, and finding customers wh…

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Episode 20: Country Living Conservative: Raising Kids, Hunting Ethics, and Standing Up for Rural Life 39:39

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Bree joins a live conversation about life on and off the homestead — sharing her journey from Instagram’s Country Living Conservative to hands-on hunting, hound and trap experiences, deer and bear hunting, and managing chickens, goats, and other animals while preparing for winter. The episode also covers bigger themes: staying connected to where fo…

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Episode 19:Tires, Tarantulas & Trophy Plans: True Outdoor Stories with Pat Cummings 46:24

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Pat Cummings joins the podcast to share tales of hiking, hunting, fishing mishaps, moving to Arizona, mentoring young hunters, fitness goals, and upcoming African hunts. The episode mixes outdoor talk with personal reflections on family, a few laughs we have shared and making the most of our active years. Something we all need to focus on more ofte…

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Episode 18 Bailey Lyle Stitching Stories: A Leatherworker’s Heritage & Hustle 1:40:44

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Bailey chats about growing up around livestock and leatherwork, learning crafts from family, and the time and care behind handmade leather goods. We discuss pricing, patterns, the intricacies of the craft, storytelling and preserving cowboy traditions, plus the role of social media in sharing and sustaining the trade and navigating an ever changing…

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Bears, Moose & Hounds with Bullfrog Outdoors 1:23:24

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A long-form conversation with a Maine outfitter about guiding bear, moose and deer hunts, running and training hound dogs, and the rhythms of the hunting season. We discuss dog breeds and kennels, baiting versus rigging, trapping, injuries and recovery, winter hog hunts in Florida, travel for hunting, and the realities of outfitting as a way of lif…

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Inside the Fiddle with Jacie Sites 59:20

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Five-time national fiddle champion Jacie Sites joins High Country and Handmade to discuss her musical journey, moving back to Pendleton, and forming her new band, the Knit Pickers. Jacie explains her teaching philosophy, practice tips, the difference between fiddle and violin, and how she helps students reach competition and performance success whi…

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Ep. 85: Dominick Lemerise-Gauvin, Can-Am On-Road 53:19

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Episode 85 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is sponsored by Western Power Sports. Our guest is Dominick Lemerise-Gauvin, Manager of Global Product Strategy for Can-Am On-Road. We discuss the launch of Can-Am’s on-road program with the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RS, the evolution of its 3-wheel vehicle platform, the Can-Am Canyon Redrock being selected…

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Trap Line Secrets with Andrew Lovick 1:07:27

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Andrew Levick of 360 Sportsman and Wildlife Creations walks through practical trapping techniques—from boiling and waxing traps to freeze-proofing sets, baiting cubbies, and using lures like Gusto. He explains trap placement, using multiple traps per location, and tips for bobcat and coyote lines. The episode also shares real-season stories from No…

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Kevin Thomas. Outlaw Grit: Touring, Songwriting, and Chasing Freedom 1:24:07

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Kevin Thomas shares his journey from Kentucky roots and a hand-me-down guitar to quitting a steady federal job and pursuing outlaw country full time. He talks about writing, co-writing, playing covers, the grind of social media and touring, and the financial and personal sacrifices required for a music career. The episode also covers his upcoming U…

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The Minkman, Pest control with dogs and mink 1:55:31

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From rats to muskrats we learn all about the art of pest control with mink and dogs. The advantages and disadvantages of the different breeds and styles. I learned a bunch and look forward to experiencing it someday. The recording app decided we were done just after the hour and 55 min mark. We will continue the conversation another day. Thanks for…

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Honky-Tonk & Hound Dogs: Chase Richburg on Music, Hunting, and Last-Minute Gigs 1:04:46

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Chase Richburg, a Texas country singer-songwriter, joins the podcast to talk about his music career, last-minute bookings, and opening for bigger acts. He shares stories from life on the road and growing as an artist while releasing new music. The conversation also dives into hunting adventures — bear hunting, hound seasons, Montana trips, and gear…

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Pack Goats, Backcountry Gear & Wild Hound Encounters with Nathan Putnam 48:10

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Nathan Putnam of Putnam Pack Coats talks about raising and training pack goats, designing lightweight aluminum saddles and panniers, and tailoring gear for backcountry hunters. He explains breed choices, horn care and heat management, and the custom approach behind his equipment. The episode also shares vivid backcountry stories — hounds, bear enco…

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Episode 10 with Anna Wescoat 1:18:32

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Anna Westcoat joins the podcast to talk about her musical upbringing, playing dozens of instruments, and honoring old-school country traditions while navigating modern platforms like TikTok and Spotify. The conversation covers songwriting, performing, creative routines, balancing family and art, leatherwork and outdoors life, and the value of slowi…

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High Country and Handmade Ep 9 with Sunni Leavell 1:15:06

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Today we had a very fun and educational interview with cattle rancher and author, Sunni Leavell. We discussed her upcoming books, the importance of predator management, how things may be changing for the better and the uphill obstacles we all face as lovers of everything related to the outdoors and nature. Thank you for joining us and let us know h…

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Ep. 84: JT Nesbitt of Bienville Studios, designer of the Magnolia 4 1:15:06

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Episode 84 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is sponsored by FLY Racing and the Big East Powersports Show. Our guest is JT Nesbitt, who runs Bienville Studios in New Orleans. We talk about JT’s past projects with Confederate and Curtiss, and his latest creation, the Magnolia 4, the first American-made inline-Four in 83 years. LINKS: Bienville S…

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Today was a somber beginning with the events of the day. We can never condone violence against anyone. The talk today was scattered and followed the squirrel with the tin foil hat but please, keep an open mind to others ideas. None of us are greater than the next. Pray for those afflicted and keep your eyes and minds open. God bless and love to all…

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Episode 7 with Caleb Pocernich 56:05

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Today we had a great conversation about the great American hound puppy giveaway and how the program is growing and impacting the next generation of hound hunters.By Standing S Leather ([email protected])

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High Country and Handmade Ep. 5 Casey and Sid Vantress 56:47

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A discussion with Casey and Sid Vantress about how they got in to hound hunting and the enjoyment of dog math, where 2 dogs turn into 10.By Standing S Leather ([email protected])

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High Country and Handmade. Ep 4. Follow up with Manuel Clark 55:47

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Follow up to the last episode with OTHA president Manuel Clark. We discuss hunting in general, the field trial and more hound talk. Was extremely enjoyable and fun. Thanks for joining us!!By Standing S Leather ([email protected])

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High Country and Handmade Ep 3 with Manuel Clark President of the OTHA 52:19

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Today we had a great conversation with Manuel about the OTHA field trials, a bit of his history with hounds and his dogs now. A very fun conversation and I’m looking forward to talking to him again. As always if you like what you hear, share, follow and like.By Standing S Leather ([email protected])

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Ep. 83: Ken Engelman, Rider Group National Account Manager 38:49

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Our guest on Episode 83 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is Ken Engelman, the National Account Manager for Rider, American Rider, Woman Rider, and Powersports Business. Greg talks to Ken about building engagement between our audience and industry partners through our publications and at events like Daytona Bike Week, Americade, AMA Vintage Mot…

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The second attempt at this. The first one didn’t have both sides of the conversation. Oops. On today’s episode we are joined by my niece Jesica, aka the artist in the family. Hope you enjoy the show!!By Standing S Leather ([email protected])

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High Country and Handmade 32:26

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Episode 1 introduces me to you. It’s a bit of a ramble. Hopefully someone enjoys it!!By Standing S Leather ([email protected])

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lürgen Volbach 1:42:00

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In this episode, we are visiting with lürgen Volbach from Germany. lürgen is an amazing artist and craftsman that specializes in floral carving and 3D embossing works. He also spends a lot of his time, both here in the states as well as Germany, teaching others that want to learn this amazing skill set. We met him the first time in Sheridan at the …

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Adam Love with Hermann Oak Leather 1:27:36

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In this episode, we visit with Adam Love with Hermann Oak Leather. Adam works with Hermann Oak to bring leather craftsmen the best possible veg tanned leather that we all know and love. We talk about the process of making leather from specific quality hides in the same location as the company's founding over 100 years ago. Adam not only sells the l…

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Ep. 82: Eric Trow, Contributing Editor at Rider 44:52

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Episode 82 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is sponsored by FLY Racing. Our guest is Eric Trow, a contributing editor at Rider and the head of Stayin’ Safe Advanced Rider Training. We discuss some of our favorite rides, the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and other highways, and the story behind Eric’s grandfather’s Indian Chief.…

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Inside the Life of a Modern Cobbler with Tobias Crislip | WAMCAST #0109 53:05

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In North Carolina, working from a 100-year-old cabin on his land, Tobias Crislip is keeping a traditional craft alive. As part of the small, family-run business Wyatt & Dad, Tobias doesn’t just fix boots, he gives them new life.Cobblering is often overlooked. It’s not about starting from scratch, but about repair and preserving what matters. Tobias…

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Design, Illustration & Ceramics: Hanging Out with Becca Jane In Nashville | WAMCAST #0108 56:12

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In this episode, we sit down with Becca Jane Koehler, a ceramic artist and illustrator based in Nashville, TN. We visited Becca at her home studio back in May while passing through the area and had a great conversation about her creative journey. We've followed Becca's work on Instagram for a long time, so was really great to see her work in person…

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Ep. 24: Camp Crafts 11:05

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This camp crafts episode is full of nostalgia and lacing and probably breathing in fumes I shouldn't be. Join the Sparkle Squad! Join the Glitterfox Media Discord Watch me craft things on Twitch! Email me: [email protected] Visit our website at lazyfoxcreates.com Follow Lazy Fox Creates on Bluesky Follow my personal Bluesky account, glomdi Vi…

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Alexander Levy 1:16:27

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In this episode, we are visiting with Alexander Levy. Alexander is a leather worker and floral carver based out of Mason, TX. His shop produces many different beautiful leather craft items, but one of his specialties is cowboy leggings or chaps. Working in the shop with his wife and kids, Alexander's leather craft journey is interesting and we are …

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The Making of Coal Iron Works with Nathan Brandt | WAMCAST #0107 1:48:19

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For this episode, we travelled to Indiana to meet Nathan Brandt – CEO of Coal Iron Works – and hear the remarkable story behind the company’s founding. What followed was a powerful, emotional, and deeply personal conversation. Nathan opens up about the origins of Coal, the hardships they’ve faced, the lessons learned, and the profound loss of co-fo…

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Ep. 23: Watch Making 8:17

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My actual job involves my hands, but probably not how you'd expect. (Unless you've listened to Talon's episode cause we touched on it a little bit there.) For my 7–3:40, I go to a factory and make watches! More specifically, I used to make watches, and now I've moved on to being the one to figure out what went wrong when the ones that were made don…

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After Losing His Job and Moving House, Daniel Swartz built a New Life in Letterpress | WAMCAST #0106 1:00:34

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For this episode, we travelled to rural Indiana to meet Daniel - a former creative professional whose career was upended by the layoffs of 2020. With an industry in collapse and no clear next step, Daniel and his family made a life-changing move: back to the farming community where he was raised, to start over from scratch.What began as an experime…

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Ep. 22: Cross Stitching, Tablet Weaving, and Shuttle Tatting with Imriel 24:16

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Imriel (they/xe/negm) came on to talk about xer fibers arts, some of which are cross stitching, tablet weaving, shuttle tatting. We talk about creating for the joy of it, some of the negatives of selling online, and how Imriel has had a great experience selling to fellow LGBTQIA+ folks at Pride! HAPPY PRIDE!!! I'm so sorry about the cat meowing in …

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Ep. 81: Kyle Bradshaw, Nelson Rigg 41:47

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Episode 81 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is brought to you by Shinko Tires. Our guest is Kyle Bradshaw, brand manager for Nelson-Rigg, a California-based company that has been making high-quality motorcycle luggage, covers, and apparel since 1982. Bradshaw shares Nelson-Rigg’s backstory as a family business and tells us about the Nelson-Rig…

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A Chance Meeting with Jordan from Wright & Rede | WAMCAST #0105 1:41:49

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Have you ever experienced an inspiring encounter that was completely unplanned? That happened to us on the road in the USA. We dropped in on Jordan Wright of Wright & Rede and were blown away.... he used the hashtag madeinclevland on instagram and that's how we found him!In this episode, you’ll hear:– How this spontaneous stop led to one of our fav…

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Ep. 21: Funko Pops 9:19

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Did y'all know I made custom funko pops? It's so much fun and time consuming and I might never make one again. Join the Sparkle Squad! Join the Glitterfox Media Discord Watch me craft things on Twitch! Email me: [email protected] Visit our website at lazyfoxcreates.com Follow Lazy Fox Creates on Bluesky Follow my personal Bluesky account, glo…

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Ep. 20: Etsy updates, craft rooms disasters, and hopefully my plant lives 10:28

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This is just a real open episode about where I've been (mentally) lately in regards to my creative endeavors, and where I want them to go. Desires change and that's okay, and I'm trying to be more open to that. Join the Sparkle Squad! Join the Glitterfox Media Discord Watch me craft things on Twitch! Email me: [email protected] Visit our webs…

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Tools Change. Values Don’t - Settlement Post and Beam | WAMCAST #0104 1:34:01

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Our USA trip continues where we stopped and visited this amazing family business in Sylvain, Pennsylvania. We speak with Connie & Kayle Sickler. This conversation features a family running a timber frame business and explores their philosophy and journey. They discuss the origins of the business, tracing a love for timber framing through generation…

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Steve Van Plew 1:10:21

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We are visiting with Steve Van Plew in this episode. Steve is an accomplished leather craftsman and aspiring saddle maker residing in California. Steve's career has been in the television and video industry and he uses these skills to help promote and document his passion for the leather craft industry. He creates instructional videos to help craft…

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Why This Maker Left Teaching to Build Tools by Hand - Will Adams | WAMCAST #0103 1:56:33

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In this episode, we hang out with Will Adams – the maker behind Honey Brook Tools. Based in Vermont, Will creates beautiful, functional hand tools for woodworkers, all crafted with care in his one-man workshop. We talk about his journey from teaching to toolmaking, what inspires his designs, and how he’s built a business focused on quality, honesty…

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Ep. 19: Tattoo Culture with Talon Part 2 53:39

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Part 2 of my conversation with Talon about tattoos and body mods! If you've browsed his IG since last time, you'll know he's a very talented artist, and I learned so many interesting things in these conversations, and I know you will, too! Talon's Instagram Join the Sparkle Squad! Join the Glitterfox Media Discord Watch me craft things on Twitch! E…

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Under Lock and Key with Thomas Boucher | WAMCAST #0102 1:38:13

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Our first podcast back in the US took us to New Hampshire where we had the honour of sitting down with Thomas Boucher, the skilled hands and curious mind behind Greasy Luck Forge. From growing up in his father’s blacksmith shop to becoming one of the few traditional locksmiths in the U.S., Thomas is on a mission to preserve and share the intricate …

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Forging Ahead with Alex Pole | WAMCAST #0101 2:25:06

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In this episode, we return to the forge of Alex Pole - blacksmith, maker, and previously featured maker of We Are Makers. First featured in Edition One, Alex has spent over three decades honing his craft and building his business.We talk about how he got started, how the craft has evolved, and why he’s shifting away from social media to embrace mor…

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Ep. 80: Scott Calhoun, Butler Maps 47:22

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Our guest on Episode 80 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is Scott Calhoun, who co-founded Butler Maps with Fred and Court Butler. We talk about how Butler Maps got started, what goes into ranking the best motorcycle roads, and how Butler Maps are created. There are more than 50 Butler Maps for the U.S. covering the best paved roads, dirt roads…

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Ep. 18: Tattoo Culture with Talon Part 1 43:20

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Talon came on to talk about how he got into tattooing, and his roots as a piercer. I was fascinated by the way some tattoo artists hold onto their history, and how hard it can be getting into the profession. Talon's Instagram Join the Sparkle Squad! Join the Glitterfox Media Discord Watch me craft things on Twitch! Email me: [email protected]…