Jerm is the better half of our Nigel Baker in the shop. She's been a major supporter of Nigel, of Coal, and of others in the community by getting involved, wanting to learn, and overall just being a wonderful person to have around. Today she's bringing us some insight into her role as a mother, a creative, and as a partner to Nigel.

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Jonah Conrad put on an AMAZING demo for this years A. Davis Hammer-In. We're excited to get to share it with you! Check out Jonah and his work atCONRADBLACKSMITHING.COMCOALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - https://chillhop.com/creatorcred

We're joined by the amazing talents Leah Aripotch, Jonah Conrad, and Nathan Brandt LIVE at the 2025 A. Davis Hammer-In after *most* of the chaotic day 1 shenanigans have wrapped up. We hear about some of our demonstrators, their passions, and also some clarifying news for the Brandt family and their new endeavor within FARM SMITH. Enjoy this 3 piece interview and explore our guests through their websites.https://www.leaharipotch.com/https://conradblacksmithing.com/https://farmsmithco.com/COALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - https://chillhop.com/creatorcred

Paul Elkins has joined us in Indiana for our annual Andy Davis Hammer-In and to help @dirtsteel forge out a damascus billet for a very special sword. Check out this newly full-time knife makers story!

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Paul Kennedy plays a major role in the IBA and in the journeys of dozens of smiths who have made the trek into the realm of blacksmithing. His multifaceted expertise and positive mindset make Paul an amazing artist and a wonderful person. Come and see Pauls A. Davis Hammer-In demo this Saturday in Anderson, IN on DEC 6th at 9am!COALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - https://chillhop.com/creatorcred

We've got a big new toy in the Coal Iron Works shop. Today we're talking about our new VF4ss and WHY that was our choice in new machinery!COALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - https://chillhop.com/creatorcred

Before you comment "uhh the audio is out of sync with Josh's beautiful face" - We know. We had some difficulty with the recording software. Thank you for your concern :)We're back with the legendary "Dragon Daddy" as so many of you have called him. We're digging DEEP into the lore and story of the Dragon Forge Experience and the world that Josh has developed.

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Josh Prince is joining us this week to film a new class for the Coal School of Iron! Keep an eye out for his Blades and Creatures online course coming soon!

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Josh Weston is an outstanding member of the blacksmithing community and business owner. Josh spends his time cultivating experiences and processes to share his passion for the craft of forging. Through the rich lore of his many experience bassed businesses, he's touched the lives of countless people across the states who have been enriched through the culture of blacksmithing or employed by Josh as a professional maker to serve the wider community and bring more people closer towards the craft.

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We're talking power hammers and tooling that have really made history. Tune in for a peek behind the curtain. WARRIORSWAY.ORGCOALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - https://chillhop.com/creatorcred