Mark of the Maker

Mark of the Maker

Author: Discussion of knives, knifemaking, and knife collecting with makers Michael Language: English Episodes: 175
Imagine pulling up a chair in the corner of a bustling knife show, where the air hums with the shared passion for finely crafted steel. That's the feeling you get with Mark of the Maker. Hosted by Mark Stheiner, this podcast gathers renowned custom knifemakers like Tom Krein, Sean Kendrick, and Michael Burch for conversations that flow as easily as if they were just friends talking shop. The discussion goes far beyond simple tool reviews, diving into the entire culture and craft surrounding blades. You'll hear authentic perspectives from both the creators at the forge and the collectors who cherish their work, offering a full-circle view of this unique world. Each episode might explore the nuanced history behind tactical designs, current trends shaping the field, or candid commentary on the industry itself. They also tackle how modern influences, like social media, impact traditional craftsmanship. It’s a genuine and deep exploration for anyone fascinated by the art of knifemaking, the stories behind the tools, and the community that brings it all to life. Tune in for a podcast that captures the essence of the craft, straight from the voices that define it.
Episodes
Episode 78: JB Stout Pt.1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:27:26
Knifemaker Jason aka JB Stout of Stout Knife and Tool joins us for a chat this time around. He tells us about his machining background and how that experience has influenced the way he designs and makes knives. Great cha…
Minisode: Michael's Press Odyssey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:13
Michael talks with Mark about his latest project - building a forging press. As part of an overall goal to do more sole authorship work, he describes some of the challenges he ran into along with the tools and skills he…
Episode 77: Season 5 Kickoff [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:07:35
Our 5th season? Yeah, seems crazy to us too. We discuss trends, makers and experiences from 2021 and look forward to new things, changes to our plans, makers to watch and where we think trends and the show topology may g…
Episode 76: Rachel's Top Ten [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:44:01
Dr. Rachel Parikh joins us again, this time to walk us through her attempt at a "Top Ten" favorite historical Arms and Armor objects. Rachel is always a pleasure to chat with and she takes on a great tour and deep dive i…
Episode 75: NYCKS and Holiday Picks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:13:18
We cover a lot of ground this episode, with both a recap of the NYCKS in Nashville show and some holiday picks. Sean and Mark share some comments about the NYCKS show as well as some clips from the show floor. Our holida…
Episode 74: Jens Anso [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:29:16
Danish designer and knifemaker Jens Anso joins us to share his knife making journey and some insight into how he developed his unique style and approach to design. Jens background is both similar and different than many…
Minisode: Krein Regrinds [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:47
Mark and Tom talk regrinds! We start with basic edge geometry and get into what a regrind is, why you might want one, when they work best, and when they don't. Tom gives us some history about how long he's been doing the…
Episode 73: Switchblades and BB Guns [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:37
Author, collector and all-around enthusiast Neal Punchard joins us to talk about two truly fun topics. It seems most knife nerds have many life interests and experiences in common and who doesn't remember their first tim…
Episode 72: Fall Catch-All [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:54
The weather is starting to turn cooler and we check in with our crew to talk about the art knife show Arts in Metal, adventures, upcoming shows and projects, and plans for this winter. Lots going on for the entire team t…
Minisode: Back to School - Part 6 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:10
Sean talks wraps up the Back to School series in this final installment post-graduation from his machining program. He gives some insights about the kinds of things he learned, how he's been able to use them and offers s…