Lather Talk Wet Shaving Podcast

Episode 63 - When the Thrill is Gone

Jon and Gerard are joined by returning guest HD Shaves to discuss what happens when the thrill of the wetshaving is waning or gone. We also touch a little on the current state of the wetshaving hobby, the importance of getting more people to try wetshaving, and even the nature of friendships in a hobby setting. Trust us, it's all connected and we hope you enjoy the episode!

HD Shaves

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HDShaves

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hdshaves/

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Lather Talk Wet Shaving Podcast Episode 62

See You Later! Artisans Shutting Their Doors

Jon and Gerard discuss the recent slew of wet shaving artisans who have closed down and what implications it might have on the current state of the wetshaving hobby.

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Our guest this episode is wetshaving YouTuber Shaving with Greg Tardif! Greg has some of (if not the best) production quality in the wetshaving niche and we get down to talking about who some of his influences are, some of his favorite gear, and some of the hot topics concerning content creation!

**NOTE** There is some salty language used in the episode, so please use your best judgement if you're listening to the episode with children around.

MENTIONS

1. 5 BEST Things About Traditional Wet Shaving - https://youtu.be/7t1yEgcZ-nA

2. Soap Thing Project - https://www.youtube.com/@soapthing

3. Geofatboy - https://www.youtube.com/@geofatboy

4. I’d Lather Be Shaving - https://www.youtube.com/@IdLatherBeShaving

5. Shaving with Peg Leg - https://www.youtube.com/@shavingwithpegleg3813

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AFFILIATE LINKS

The Razor Company - https://bit.ly/3D0VcEM

PODCAST GEAR

1. Shure SM7B Dynamic Microphone - https://amzn.to/3ZDx2c2

2. Cloudlifter CL-1 Microphone Preamp -https://amzn.to/3J3VY5h

3. Rode PSA1 Boom Arm - https://amzn.to/3T0mfpK

4. Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface - https://amzn.to/3FckksB

5. Sony MDR7506 Headphones - https://amzn.to/3LaV4GD

It's time fo the second annual LATHER TALK AWARDS SHOW! This year we had YOU the audience help with nominating and voting for who would win the oh so prestigious HOGGIE AWARD! Here are the categories and nominees:

BEST RAZOR MAKER

BEST BRUSH MAKER

BEST BRUSH KNOT

BEST ORIGINAL SCENTS

BEST NEW WETSHAVING ARTISAN (2021-2022)

 FAVORITE PODCAST EPISODE OF 2022

BEST WETSHAVING ARTISAN OF 2022

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AFFILIATE LINKS

If you use the links below to buy something, I may earn a commission. Thanks!

The Razor Company - https://bit.ly/3D0VcEM

Murphy & McNeil - https://bit.ly/3RqesQe

Phoenix Shaving - https://bit.ly/3exI0ND

In the last episode for 2022, Jon and Gerard discuss some Christmas traditions and highlights from this past year!

VOTE for your favorites in the Lather Talk Awards: http://bit.ly/3vdJ0vj

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In this episode, Jon and Gerard discuss Thanksgiving traditions and the three year anniversary of Lather Talk. We also have a new Listener Spotlight with sloppybadger, who some of you might know from Instagram.

Check out the Lather Talk Discord to submit your nominations for the Lather Talk Awards: https://discord.gg/3TSsChVhT6

Sloppybadger's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sloppybadger/

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In this episode, Jon and Gerard speak with Kaleb Aylsworth, Founder and Lead Designer of Aylsworth Razors. They talk about how Aylsworth Razors premiere razor, the Drakkant, how Kaleb went about designing his own razor not long into his wetshaving journey, and also touch upon some of Kaleb’s career as a designer on a number of well known titles in the world of video games.

Aylsworth Razors

Website: https://aylsworthrazors.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aylsworth.razors/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0V6QuJtuUln9ILonlMz6Uw

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If you use the links below to buy something, I may earn a commission. Thanks!

The Razor Company - https://bit.ly/3D0VcEM

Murphy & McNeil - https://bit.ly/3RqesQe

Phoenix Shaving - https://bit.ly/3exI0ND

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In this episode, we talk to artisan brushmaker Rob Moffett of Chisel & Hound! We discuss how Rob got into brushmaking, the challenges of taking his hobby and turning it into a full-time venture, and get some insights on brush knots and how customer preferences have changed over time.

LINKS

Chisel and Hound 

Website - https://chiselandhound.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chiselandhound/

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In this episode, Jon and Gerard catch up after having a break in the podcast over the summer! They discuss the problem with having too many soaps and how can a hobbyist prevent hoarding and better appreciate the items in their collection. Jon shares how he is rediscovering boar hair brushes, but what does Gerard think of all this, is he fan of the boar? Last but not least, a new Listener Spotlight segment is here, featuring listener and wetshaving community member Matt Fox. We hope you enjoy the episode!

LINKS

Stop AAPI Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/

House of Mammoth: https://houseofmammoth.com/

Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shavingmatt77/

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On this week’s podcast, we have wetshaving YouTuber and professional musician HD Shaves on the show! We discuss what got him to start his channel, his love of single edge razors, as well as a peek into the life of a professional jazz pianist and organist.

LINKS

HD Shaves YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/HDShaves

HD Shaves Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hdshaves/

Henry’s Music Website - http://henrydickhoff.com/

Visceral Trio Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m5NSroE16moN6WmWm5szO_JAI-WQ-DvAQ

Merz Apothecary Promo - https://youtu.be/duG53zwZ3Vk

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