I wanted to originally call this episode “The Full Blast New Year’s Show with Noah Vachon”, but we really just had a good time talking and catching up it didn’t matter that it was the end of the year. When you talk to Noah Vachon, it’s a totally easy and engaging conversation that the “end of the year wrap up” plans were thrown out the window; so is that goofy title. Noah graciously returned to the show and it was fascinating to see how his experience as a guitar builder informed his methodology in knife making. His new shop has an incredible history in his life and we talked about how our age & life experiences definitely helped us in the development of each of our businesses. It definitely turned into “Knife Talk Jr.” but not enough to glaze over the eyes of the non-knife making listenership. (Don’t worry the only tip was how to make Charbroiled Oysters). Thanks again Noah, you have an open door policy.

Hope this finds you well and if you’re reading all the way down to here, I just want to say I wish you a peaceful and prosperous New Year. I appreciate all the kind words sent in to the show and stories of how this podcast & KTP got you through some dark times. I know how that feels- Radio was my companion when I was alone as a child; a friend keeping me company or a Nightlight to help me sleep. *(if you use this podcast to get you to sleep I’m banning you from listening P.S.) When I had a young child & I lost my job, I had to figure out how to make money I was frightened, trying to cobble up work in my shed I was grateful to have a podcast in my ear not judging me or scared for my situation but having a conversation, telling a joke and keeping my mind occupied so I could focus on work and not my own anxiety. You all rule and I’m looking forward to a new year. All the best,-GF

P.S. Besides thanking my sponsors, giant thanks to Craig Lockwood for all the help and guidance I really appreciate everything you do. 

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