Next up in our string of interviews is Nick Swan.  Nick came into knives as a user and collector and eventually found his path to becoming a maker.  We talk about his personal knifemaking journey, his influences, his mentors and his process.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Here's a great interview with one of the nicest custom knifemakers in the game - our friend Kirby Lambert.  For those not familiar, Kirby is a Canadian maker and makes some of the cleanest knives around.  From growing up skateboarding and his interests in martial arts and guitars, to the guidance of some great mentors, we cover lots of territory in this great chat.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

If you ever remember flipping through knife catalogs and seeing crazy stuff that made you shake your head for a sec (or secretly fell in love with), this fun picks episode is for you.  We each pick a scenario and the gear to go along with it from the gas station / mall ninja world / "affordable fantasy" world.  Part guilty pleasure, part "WTF is THAT?!" - we had a blast with this episode.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

We've talked about the IG account @Spycraft101 many times on the show, and this time we are joined by its creator, Justin Black.  Super interesting discussion, talking about crazy spy stuff from a new book Justin has out called Covert Arms: Weapons from the World of Spycraft and Espionage. Really fun chat and some great insights and stories from Justin that we know you'll enjoy. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mark talks with Michael and Sean about their recent experience at the new Pacific Northwest Custom Invitational show.  This was a first attempt at a small regional show from our friends and recovering MotM guests Billy Cho and Nick Rolfe.  A solid show by most accounts and one that pulled in some fantastic makers from around the country.  Listen in with us for more. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.  

Here's the second half of our discussion with artist and metalsmith Pat Pruitt.  In this second installment, we dig into collaborations, more on technology, and how COVID drove changes for many of us.  Pat is a great interview and we hope you enjoy this one as much as we did.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Artist and metalsmith Pat Pruitt joins us for a great chat about his work and how he found his path.  Another example of a unique background and a journey that is unlike any of the others we've explored.  We talk art, technology, and design - and dig into what it means to be a maker and creator of things.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

We always enjoy the "picks" episodes and this one was no exception.  As usual, we set up some scenarios and use them as an excuse to go find some cool blades and gear to talk about.  We go new school, old school, funky school - you name it.  Fun episode and one we hope you'll share your OWN picks for in our Facebook group. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Jade Marsh of RMJ USA joins us for a chat about his background and some of the kickass things going on in the RMJ world.  Jade grew up in southern California during an important time in knifemaking and shares some great stories with us.   We talk history, shows, business, and a bit about how recent times have changed our landscape.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mark, Tom and Michael talk about Blade Show 2022 in Atlanta.  This year's show had a little different feel to it so we talk about what it was like, how it went, and what all came home with Michael and Tom.  What was YOUR Blade 2022 experience like?  Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.