In this episode, Spud Allison shares stories from a career that’s taken him from his forge in Warwickshire to horse shows and competitions around the world. He reflects on the changes he’s seen in shoemaking, what it takes to keep standards high, and how he’s passing those lessons on. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.

This week, we’re joined by Ben Schroeder, CJF, who shares how his interest in horseshoeing started as a kid on his aunt’s dairy farm and eventually turned into a full-blown career. From early mentors like Lee Olsen and Aaron Lohmann to working across Wisconsin, Colorado, and Texas, Ben talks about the ups, downs, and everything in between. He also shares what it’s like helping behind the scenes at the Chattanooga convention, and why staying connected to the farrier community means so much to him. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

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Tune in to our latest episode featuring a panel discussion from last year’s AFA Convention  with multi-farrier practice owners sharing what it takes to run a thriving, sustainable business.

From training apprentices and setting high standards, to pay structures, legal logistics, and how to handle mistakes - nothing was off the table.

Hear from: - Kayla & Lyle Shepherd (Tennessee) - Lee Olsen (Texas) - Jason Critton (Colorado)

Whether you're a solo farrier or dreaming of scaling up, this conversation is packed with real talk, hard-won advice, and a reminder that mentorship and community matter more than ever.

Special Bonus Episode!

For over 30 years now Heartland Horseshoeing School has been producing high calibre farriers and educating seasoned ones. I managed to get Kelly, Chris, and Cody to sit still for a brief period during the weekend anniversary celebration to discuss the past, present and future of their incredible school. From its humble beginnings, to Cody’s childhood working alongside his folks, to what it takes to become a successful Heartlander, we cover a lot of ground in this episode.

I hope you enjoy it…

As much as I did.

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From a South Dakota ranch to a successful haul-in practice in Texas, Lee Olsen shares the journey that shaped him into the farrier he is today. In this episode, we dive into his roots, work ethic, mentorship, business evolution, and the importance of balance in life and work.

Lee also opens up about the farriers who’ve inspired him, his unique four-year apprenticeship program, and why giving back to the farrier community matters more than ever.

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In this episode I sit down with Jason Critton CJF TE AWCF at the 2024 AFA Convention and we discuss all things horseshoeing. Many know Jason because of his very successful multi-farrier practice in Colorado but that is just the tip of the iceberg. His challenge oriented personality lead him to successfully pursue his AWCF and we discuss the intense regime of practice and studying he held himself to in preparation for the exam. We also discuss: his journey from Engineering student to full fledged farrier, work life balance, his methods for shoeing horses on fibre footing, stories of the mentors who helped him on his way, and many other topics. Be prepared to be inspired by Jason's contagious enthusiasm for our trade.

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In this week's episode of the Mullins Farrier Podcast, I sit down with Alex Mercer, a military-trained farrier from Leicestershire, England. Alex shares his journey from the King’s Troop to civilian practice, competing internationally, launching his own tool business, and teaching the next generation of farriers.

Tune in to hear about his experiences, the evolution of farrier practices, and the incredible support within the farrier community! 

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From apprenticeship to Assiociate, Stephen Britten has built an incredible career as a farrier, working in the UK . In this episode, he shares his journey - from learning under top mentors, to his journey through the US with the Cultural Exchange, to navigating the mental and physical challenges of the trade. We dive into the cultural differences in farriery, the importance of continual learning, and what it takes to run a successful business.

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