The Josh Smith Show

Jack Carr is widely known as one of todays prominent authors.  However Jack's path to becoming an author is different than most.   Jack was a Navy SEAL serving in the middle east conflicts among other missions throughout his career.  As a young man Jack loved to read and always knew he wanted to be a SEAL and an author. 

This April 13th Jack's newest book, The Devils Hand, will be released.  Preceding this book were his previous 3 books The Terminal List,  True Believer, and Savage Son.  Jack uses his experience as a Navy SEAL to build his stories.   His knowledge of weapons, tactics, and other gear allow him to accurately portray a real life situation in a fiction narrative.  

Jack's books are thrilling and available anywhere books are sold.  If you find yourself too busy to sit and read they make for thrilling listening while working in the shop or while working out.  

You can find Jack on Instagram or Twitter. @jackcarrusa and on his website www.officialjackcarr.com 

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In this solo episode Josh discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with people who inspire you and push you to succeed.  After coming off an event in South Carolina Josh talks about how to put yourself in a position to be motivated and improve yourself no matter what industry you are in.  As an American your opportunities to achieve greatness are unlimited no matter where you get your start from.  Hopefully you can find some value in the message here and it pushes you to seek out like minded people who want to be great.  

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In this episode Joe Maynard, talks about his Army career, flying the baddest chopper on earth, depression, and knives.  Joe openly talks about the struggles of adjusting to civilian life and how important it is for people to reach out for help.  Aside from his accomplished service to our nation Joe talks about how he found knife making through Laura Zerra and how it saved his life.  Going forward Joe now strives to help spread the power of the forge and hope to affect change in people struggling with purpose.  Please consider reaching out to Joe to help his cause with donations or sponsorships.  Check out Joe on Instagram @thejoemaynard or at his website www.primitivegrind.com  

You can find host Josh Smith on IG @joshsmithknives and @montanaknifecompany or on his websites www.joshsmithknives.com or www.montanaknifecompany.com 

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In this episode Joe Maynard, talks about his Army career, flying the baddest chopper on earth, depression, and knives.  Joe openly talks about the struggles of adjusting to civilian life and how important it is for people to reach out for help.  Aside from his accomplished service to our nation Joe talks about how he found knife making through Laura Zerra and how it saved his life.  Going forward Joe now strives to help spread the power of the forge and hope to affect change in people struggling with purpose.  Please consider reaching out to Joe to help his cause with donations or sponsorships.  Check out Joe on Instagram @thejoemaynard or at his website www.primitivegrind.com  

You can find host Josh Smith on IG @joshsmithknives and @montanaknifecompany or on his websites www.joshsmithknives.com or www.montanaknifecompany.com 

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In this podcast you will be inspired by a man, who at 73 years of age, lives life with incredible passion and purpose.  Even though Steve is a knife maker this episode is worth listening to no matter where your interests lie.  His infectious laugh, energy, and attitude make him an inspiration for all.  

Steve is most known for the being the father and master of powder canister damascus.  In addition to being an incredible bladesmith Steve tells stories of martial arts, power lifting after 60 years of age, and racing jet boats.  

Steve is a living legend and isn't done yet!

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In this podcast you will be inspired by a man, who at 73 years of age, lives life with incredible passion and purpose.  Even though Steve is a knife maker this episode is worth listening to no matter where your interests lie.  His infectious laugh, energy, and attitude make him an inspiration for all.  

Steve is most known for the being the father and master of powder canister damascus.  In addition to being an incredible bladesmith Steve tells stories of martial arts, power lifting after 60 years of age, and racing jet boats.  

Steve is a living legend and isn't done yet!

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In this episode Laura Zerra, Brandon Lilly, and Brandon Horoho join me for a late night B.S. session in the knife shop.  After a couple days of forging in the shop, eating great food, and talking about ways we as a group can help people we sat down to share our week with you all.  They may have been some whiskey involved or a little Baileys in our coffee.  Hopefully this episode will make you laugh and also make you think about what you can do to make your life better and maybe someone else life better.  I couldn't think of three better humans.  

Laura Zerra is rated as one of the top survivalist in the world man or woman.  She has been on "Naked and Afraid" several times.  What's amazing about Laura is that might be the most boring part of her.  She has truly survived on her own since HS purposely living homeless in the US and abroad with literally no money on her.  She can survive in harshest mountains and in an urban environment.  I could go on but instead I think I'll just have her on another podcast by herself!  

Brandon Lilly was once rated the most powerful weight lifter on the planet.  With raw lifts of 826 pound squat, 573 pound bench, and 804 pound deadlift he is clearly an athlete.  But as with Laura he's so much more.  Brandon is a passionate bow hunter, amazing chef, and fantastic speaker.  He motivates and inspires no only by the way he leads but also in the way he talks about his failures.  Brandon is an amazing human and my friend.  

Brandon Horoho, the quiet one on the podcast, is an incredible photographer.  He's a skier, snowboarder, avid hiker, and hunter.  Brandon is also part owner in Montana Knife Company.  He is incredible at marketing businesses and knows how to take a business from the ground to outer space.  Check out Brandon's incredible photography on his Instagram and at Montana Knife Company.   

Enjoy the show.

Josh Smith  (@joshsmithknives) 
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Laura Zerra (@laurazerra)
Brandon Lilly (@brandonlilly3)
Brandon Horoho (@horohophoto)

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In this episode Laura Zerra, Brandon Lilly, and Brandon Horoho join me for a late night B.S. session in the knife shop.  After a couple days of forging in the shop, eating great food, and talking about ways we as a group can help people we sat down to share our week with you all.  They may have been some whiskey involved or a little Baileys in our coffee.  Hopefully this episode will make you laugh and also make you think about what you can do to make your life better and maybe someone else life better.  I couldn't think of three better humans.  

Laura Zerra is rated as one of the top survivalist in the world man or woman.  She has been on "Naked and Afraid" several times.  What's amazing about Laura is that might be the most boring part of her.  She has truly survived on her own since HS purposely living homeless in the US and abroad with literally no money on her.  She can survive in harshest mountains and in an urban environment.  I could go on but instead I think I'll just have her on another podcast by herself!  

Brandon Lilly was once rated the most powerful weight lifter on the planet.  With raw lifts of 826 pound squat, 573 pound bench, and 804 pound deadlift he is clearly an athlete.  But as with Laura he's so much more.  Brandon is a passionate bow hunter, amazing chef, and fantastic speaker.  He motivates and inspires no only by the way he leads but also in the way he talks about his failures.  Brandon is an amazing human and my friend.  

Brandon Horoho, the quiet one on the podcast, is an incredible photographer.  He's a skier, snowboarder, avid hiker, and hunter.  Brandon is also part owner in Montana Knife Company.  He is incredible at marketing businesses and knows how to take a business from the ground to outer space.  Check out Brandon's incredible photography on his Instagram and at Montana Knife Company.   

Enjoy the show.

Josh Smith  (@joshsmithknives) 
Email: [email protected] 

Laura Zerra (@laurazerra)
Brandon Lilly (@brandonlilly3)
Brandon Horoho (@horohophoto)

Sponsors
@montanaknifecompany
@maritimeknifesupply

www.montanaknifecompany.com

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@montanaknifecompany
@joshsmithknives

Don Fogg is the reason we as blade smiths are here today.  I truly believe Don is one of the most important figures in bladesmithing history.  If you are a custom knife maker you should hear his story.  What's more amazing about Don is that he would never say that about himself.  He's most humble and never seeks praise or attention.  But he deserves both.  Don had foresight, artistic ability, and a questioning mind.  Don may be most remembered for his teaching.  He shared without hesitation and that standard he set still holds true in the knife community.  He was in the very first class of Master Bladesmith's and led the way in the rediscovery of Damascus steel.  In fact he was the bladesmith who discovered the "W's" pattern.  Don dove into metallurgy, carving, and forging.  I am was lucky enough to see Don's work when he was in his prime.  I was even more fortunate to get to see him teach on multiple occasions.  I could go on forever.   Please just listen and share this podcast.  Thank you.  Josh

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Master Bladesmith Rick Dunkerley goes in depth about how he came to Montana and rose to prominence as one of the best all around knife makers in the world.  Rick talks about training dogs in Air Force, outfitting, and becoming a knife maker.  Rick is a member of the prestigious Art Knife Invitational, former board member of the American Bladesmith Society, has taught and numerous schools, and has been featured in many publications.  Rick was also the man who taught the host, Josh Smith, how to make knives.  Rick can be found on Instagram, @rickdunkerley.  

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