Mark of the Maker

Mark of the Maker

Author: Discussion of knives, knifemaking, and knife collecting with makers Michael Language: English Episodes: 100
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 107: Treat or Trick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:04:19
It's that time of year - Halloween is nearly here! This year we put together a picks episode, with some "treats" aka affordable knives that you'd be happy to give out to a friend and a few "tricks" as well. Our browser h…
Episode 106: If I Knew Then... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:28
Have you ever asked yourself "if you could give some advice to the younger you, what would you tell them?" For Episode 106, we did exactly that, focused on knifemaking and collecting. A little bit of self reflection, a l…
Episode 105: Mathew Boisvert [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:04:15
We enjoy a great discussion on knifemaking and a passion for learning with Mathew Boisvert. You may recognize Mat's name, as we have mentioned him a few times previously on the show. He's a newer maker but has taken his…
Episode 104: PNWCI Wrap-Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:23:51
We sit down with our friends Billy Cho and Nick Rolfe to talk about the recent Pacific Northwest Custom Invitational show that they put on in Seaside, Oregon. By all accounts it was a great show, so we dig into what went…
Episode 103: Three More Knives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:00:51
Here's a fresh "picks" episode where we each pick three knives we think you should know about. Some are historically significant, others are just cool and may be outside what you've seen before. Or, maybe you're familiar…
Episode 102: Todd Begg Pt.2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:05:40
Todd Begg joins us for another round of discussion. This time we hit on design aesthetic and process, knifemaking influences, tools, the business of knifemaking, and his round trip from customs to semi-production and bac…
Episode 101: Todd Begg Pt.1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:08:20
Award winning knifemaker, designer and President of The Knifemaker's Guild Todd Begg joins us to chat about his knife making journey. Todd tells us about his own timeline and shares some great insights as well as some st…
Episode 100: The Centennial [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:08:32
Can you believe it's been 100+ epsiodes of Mark of the Maker? Hard for us to wrap our head around. We look back at how the show got started, some things we hope we've accomplished and where we hope to go from here. We wr…
Episode 99.5: Catching Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:17
Personal schedules have been crazy for the crew but we found time right after Blade Show 2023 to get together for a chat and to catch up. We talk vacation, New Orleans Show, and Blade Show and hear about some great finds…
Episode 99: Oddities [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:05:43
The old Knives Annual Books had a category sometimes called "Oddities." We take a deep dive into that genre of stuff, across a very, very wide spectrum of creativity in the form of a picks episode. We each picked out som…