Best Pit Shack Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 116: 40K Part Deux 1:06:30

20d ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Did you enjoy our previous episode about the weapons of Warhamer 40,000? If so, here's another for you to check out - and if not, go back and listen to the first one! Sean takes Mark and Tom on another journey into the grim darkness of the future, diving into the lore and some crazy weapons from that game and its massive ecosystem of accompanying l…

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Episode 115: Allure of the Obscure 2:02:26

3M ago2:02:26

2:02:26

Dive into a fresh picks episode with us! For this one, we pull in some unusual or obscure pieces in a few different categories. Obscure doesn't mean junk, just things we dug up from various dusty corners of the internet and our old knife books. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Faceboo…

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Episode 114: Blade TX 2024 Wrap-Up 1:11:15

3M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

Tom and Mark chat about Tom's experience at Blade Texas 2024 and how that show went. All accounts suggest Alicia and team did a great job so we talk details and walk through the awards presented at the show and some of the great makers who submitted pieces for consideration. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join …

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Episode 113: The Story of Knife Steel 2:05:45

4M ago2:05:45

2:05:45

Dr. Larrin Thomas joins us for a well-overdue visit to talk about his book The Story of Knife Steel: Innovators Behind Modern Damascus and Super Steels. It's a fantastic book and one you should add to your collection, with an incredibly deep and well-researched pile of information. Larrin walks us through some great stories about various steels and…

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Episode 112: Season 7 Kickoff 1:55:51

5M ago1:55:51

1:55:51

We kick off our 7th (!!) season with a look back at shows, trends, and some things we came across that we really enjoyed. There's also some talk about 2024 and what some of our hopes and aspirations look like for the coming year. Be sure to share your own goals with us, we'd love to hear them. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @mark…

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Episode 111: Holiday Money Picks 2:01:14

5M ago2:01:14

2:01:14

Do you sometimes get cash from folks for the holidays? We do, so we wrap up Season 6 with a picks episode with some things we might pick if we had some "gift yourself" money to spare. Four price points and some gear we like. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversat…

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Episode #37 (Trevor, Ryan) 1:09:11

6M ago1:09:11

1:09:11

A new, up to date pitshack!

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Episode 110: Shane Sibert 1:55:32

6M ago1:55:32

1:55:32

By Mark of the Maker

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Episode 109: Military Knives 2:12:42

7M ago2:12:42

2:12:42

Do you like Military knives? We sure do, so we put together this picks episode across a few different categories. Fighting knives, bayonets and more. We were left with a few questions, so if you know the answers, please reach out or join our FB group to discuss. **Apologies in advance on this one for an audio issue that we were only able to partial…

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Episode 108: Dr. Jim Lucie 1:59:42

8M ago1:59:42

1:59:42

Those of you familiar with the Scagel story (and our podcast on the topic) will also be familiar with the book Scagel Handmade, written by Dr. James Lucie. Dr. Lucie was not only the worlds foremost collector and expert on Scagel knives, but a truly interesting person and knifemaker in his own right. His daughter Stephanie Lucie joins us to help te…

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Episode 107: Treat or Trick 2:04:19

8M ago2:04:19

2:04:19

It's that time of year - Halloween is nearly here! This year we put together a picks episode, with some "treats" aka affordable knives that you'd be happy to give out to a friend and a few "tricks" as well. Our browser histories will never be the same, and after this one, neither will yours. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markof…

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Episode 106: If I Knew Then... 1:58:28

9M ago1:58:28

1:58:28

Have you ever asked yourself "if you could give some advice to the younger you, what would you tell them?" For Episode 106, we did exactly that, focused on knifemaking and collecting. A little bit of self reflection, a little bit of "Get Off My Lawn" and a little bit of fun along the way. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthe…

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Episode 105: Mathew Boisvert 2:04:15

9M ago2:04:15

2:04:15

We enjoy a great discussion on knifemaking and a passion for learning with Mathew Boisvert. You may recognize Mat's name, as we have mentioned him a few times previously on the show. He's a newer maker but has taken his craft to new levels through innovation and a love of learning and problem solving. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagr…

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Episode #36 (Ryan, & Trevor) 1:21:48

10M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Catch up with us on episode 36!

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Episode 104: PNWCI Wrap-Up 2:23:51

10M ago2:23:51

2:23:51

We sit down with our friends Billy Cho and Nick Rolfe to talk about the recent Pacific Northwest Custom Invitational show that they put on in Seaside, Oregon. By all accounts it was a great show, so we dig into what went right, what could have been better, and what the challenges look like when putting together a knife show. Find us at our Patreon …

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Episode 103: Three More Knives 2:00:51

10M ago2:00:51

2:00:51

Here's a fresh "picks" episode where we each pick three knives we think you should know about. Some are historically significant, others are just cool and may be outside what you've seen before. Or, maybe you're familiar with all of them and it's a trip down memory lane. Come geek out on knives with us! Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Insta…

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Episode 102: Todd Begg Pt.2 2:05:40

11M ago2:05:40

2:05:40

Todd Begg joins us for another round of discussion. This time we hit on design aesthetic and process, knifemaking influences, tools, the business of knifemaking, and his round trip from customs to semi-production and back again. We also talk shows and the role and complications of production partnerships in the business overall. Find us at our Patr…

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Episode 101: Todd Begg Pt.1 2:08:20

11M ago2:08:20

2:08:20

Award winning knifemaker, designer and President of The Knifemaker's Guild Todd Begg joins us to chat about his knife making journey. Todd tells us about his own timeline and shares some great insights as well as some stories about legendary makers he's had the honor of knowing and working with over the years. Find us at our Patreon and follow us o…

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Episode 100: The Centennial 2:08:32

12M ago2:08:32

2:08:32

Can you believe it's been 100+ epsiodes of Mark of the Maker? Hard for us to wrap our head around. We look back at how the show got started, some things we hope we've accomplished and where we hope to go from here. We wrap up with our own little "awards show" in celebration of Ep.100. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemake…

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Episode 99.5: Catching Up 1:56:17

1y ago1:56:17

1:56:17

Personal schedules have been crazy for the crew but we found time right after Blade Show 2023 to get together for a chat and to catch up. We talk vacation, New Orleans Show, and Blade Show and hear about some great finds and new things that caught our eye. It's been a minute, thanks all for sticking with us! Find us at our Patreon and follow us on …

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Episode 99: Oddities 2:05:43

1y ago2:05:43

2:05:43

The old Knives Annual Books had a category sometimes called "Oddities." We take a deep dive into that genre of stuff, across a very, very wide spectrum of creativity in the form of a picks episode. We each picked out some interesting stuff and did some research that we'll share with you, with a big time focus on the funky! Find us at our Patreon an…

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Episode 98: The Warhammer 40k Edged Weapons Episode - Sean Nerds Out 1:05:33

1y ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Sean takes Mark on a trip into the world of Warhammer 40k to talk edged weapons. What's Warhammer 40k? Why are you talking about this on a knife podcast?! What in the name of Kharn is a chain axe!?? Also, NERDS!!!!?! Yes, yes - we answer those questions and more and talk about some crazy weaponry found in this grim, dark, future world. Find us at o…

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Minisode: Blade Texas 2023 53:34

1y ago53:34

53:34

Tom gives us the scoop regarding his visit to Blade Show Texas 2023. Sounds like it was a great time and he gives us some insight on some cool things he saw at the show and what it was like being in Fort Worth again. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.…

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Episode #35 (Flordia In Review) 1:22:54

1+ y ago1:22:54

1:22:54

Sit down with Ryan Gillmore and Trevor Drake and get caught up on the IMCA CLASH on the COAST in the Anderews Autosports #01 and more!

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Episode #34 (Jim & Jimmy Body) 2:22:46

1+ y ago2:22:46

2:22:46

Get to know dirt track racings ultimate good guys Jim, and Jimmy Body. The father son combo travel the midwest racing, and playing music!

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Episode 97: History Combosode 2 1:47:04

1+ y ago1:47:04

1:47:04

We take a shot at our next History "Combosode" - a collection of shorter knife history spots, one from each of us on the team. Four legendary makers and a little bit about their stories: John Nelson Cooper, Bob Engnath, Bud Nealy and D. E. "Ed" Henry. Hope you find something interesting and maybe learn a cool piece of knife history along the way! F…

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Episode #33 (Troy Shute) 2:25:51

1+ y ago2:25:51

2:25:51

Get to know Norwalk Iowa native Troy Shute as we discuss streaming, kyle larson, dirt track branding, and more!

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Episode 96: Kitchen Knife Picks 1:56:51

1+ y ago1:56:51

1:56:51

What's the most used knife in your house? Chances are it's a kitchen knife, and sometimes not a very good one! We can help, and with some of our picks, we can dream. In Episode 96, we each make some kitchen knife picks in a series of price ranges. From affordable to "OH DAMN" we cover a lot of territory as usual. Dust off the googlebox and join us …

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Episode #32 (Jody Tillman) 1:46:51

1+ y ago1:46:51

1:46:51

Jody Tillman from Branson West bench races with us and talks racing, dirtbikes, racing life, and more!

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Episode #31 (Tyler Kidwell) 1:30:15

1+ y ago1:30:15

1:30:15

Get to know Chanute Kansas racer Tyler Kidwell as he discuss his start, current race plans, current events and more!

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Episode 95: Season 6 Kickoff 1:50:25

1+ y ago1:50:25

1:50:25

After a short break, we're back with the Kickoff of Season 6! We recap 2022 and talk about our experiences over the year, makers we made note of, and then got into what our plans and hopes are for 2023. Lots of new shows, some great makers now on our radar and a little reflection on where we all go from here. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on…

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Episode #30 (Terry Beckham Part2) 1:38:23

1+ y ago1:38:23

1:38:23

Get caught up with Terry for round 2 of this podcast!

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Episode #29 (Terry Beckham) 1:49:26

1+ y ago1:49:26

1:49:26

Tune in to hear from long time racer, and household name in the area, Terry Beckham Jr as he talks about past racing stories and more! check back soon for part 2!

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Episode #28 (Todd Staley) 1:38:43

1+ y ago1:38:43

1:38:43

Get to know the president of USRA and USMTS, Todd Staley as he discusses rules, payouts, sanctions, the return of 9time??? and more!

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Episode #27 (Scotty Allen) 2:23:56

1+ y ago2:23:56

2:23:56

Sit down and listen to Allen Autosports, and Dallas County Speedways very own Scotty Allen discuss USRA/POWRi, The Racers reunion, and life of a racer/chassis builder!

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Episode #26: (Eric Turner) 2:37:46

1+ y ago2:37:46

2:37:46

Get to know Hermitage Missouri's Eric Turner as he talks about his start to racing, current rules, Scott Bloomquest, and more!

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Episode #25 (Jeremy Duckworth) 1:51:28

1+ y ago1:51:28

1:51:28

As a bonus episode we sat down with Jeremy and had an excelled conversation! Dirt-to NASCAR-to dirt Jeremy has a unique perspective!

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Episode #24 (Bradley Busch) 1:21:44

1+ y ago1:21:44

1:21:44

Get to know Fort Smith Arkansas very own Bradley Busch. We recap the dome, and talk to Bradley about new car builds, Chassis ideas, and more!

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Episode #23 Welcome back!! 1:30:50

1+ y ago1:30:50

1:30:50

Have a listen with Ryan Gillmore, Trevor Drake, and Austin Johnson getting fired back up on the podcast!

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PitShack Podcast: Welcome back!! 5:33

1+ y ago5:33

5:33

we are back! Gonna test things out and get back to the show for a bit!

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Episode 94: Fall Camping Picks 2:16:41

1+ y ago2:16:41

2:16:41

The leaves are falling, the weather is turning cool and that means Fall is here! This time we take a swing at some picks for gear you might want to take on a fall hiking or camping trip, but with a twist. Fun one as always and you'll want to have your search engine ready or join us in our FB group for pics. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on I…

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Episode 93: Mike Quesenberry 2:22:54

1+ y ago2:22:54

2:22:54

For episode 93, we get together with renowned ABS Mastersmith Mike Quesenberry for a chat. Mike has been the recipient of numerous awards, including this year's Best Damascus award at Blade Show and is featured in the Greatest Living Knifemakers book. We talk about his path and his love for forging, integrals and making damascus. Find us at our Pat…

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Episode 92: Nick Swan 2:09:08

1+ y ago2:09:08

2:09:08

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…

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Episode 91: Kirby Lambert 2:21:47

1+ y ago2:21:47

2:21:47

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 t…

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Episode 90: Attack of the Mall Ninja 2:01:19

1+ y ago2:01:19

2:01:19

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…

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Episode 89: Justin Black of Spycraft101 2:04:08

2y ago2:04:08

2:04:08

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 Jus…

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Minisode: PNWCI 2022 51:47

2y ago51:47

51:47

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 wi…

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Episode 88: Pat Pruitt Pt.2 1:28:03

2y ago1:28:03

1:28:03

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 o…

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Episode 87: Pat Pruitt Pt.1 1:38:06

2y ago1:38:06

1:38:06

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 Insta…

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Episode 86: Tactical Picks 2:09:35

2y ago2:09:35

2:09:35

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 f…

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