The ForgeCast Podcast
1) Episode 265: The Fringe and Finding Fun
In this Episode Sam is back again solo talking one of his favourite blacksmith myths/stories, as well as the concept of fun in how we approach making and our goals as makers.
2) Episode 264: Zac is Back! Talking 2025
In this episode Zac from Laughing Fish Forge returns to the ForgeCast to discuss what he and Sam got up to over their year hiatus that covered most of 2025, as well as some plans for the year ahead!
3) Episode 263: Carolyn Farris, Talking Mental Health and Smithing
The ForgeCast is back! Sam is back in the host seat after nearly a year away from the internet, and he brought on a guest to help discuss why and how it all happened, as well as explore the nature of ...Show More
4) Episode 262: Perth Knife Show and Blade and Leather
In this episode Sam and Zac discuss their experience at the recent Perth Knife show, and the coming maker event Blade and Leather, hosted by Zac himself!
5) Episode 261: Salt Pots and Sand
In this episode a rather molten Sam discusses using Heated salt or sand for heat treating!
6) Episode 260: Listener Questions
In this week's episode Sam takes some time to answer listener emails regarding steels, bayonets, refractory, and more!
7) Episode 259: Zac Returns! Talking 2024 and 2025
In this episode Zac is back! Sam and he take a chance to explore some 2024 memories and talk about what's coming in 2025
8) Episode 258: The end of 2024, and No Excuses
In this episode Zac was unfortunately unable to join us for the last episode of 2024. In his absence Sam takes the opportunity to talk about a passion project he talks about all the time, the no excus...Show More
9) Episode 257: Church Window Anvils
In this epsiode Sam dives into the topic of the mysterious "church window" anvil, and where it originated, exploring the mythos and rumor surrounding the design, and the deeper concepts of function, a...Show More
10) Episode 256: The Evolution of Blacksmithing Through History
In this episode Sam dives into the evolution of metalworking and blacksmithing specifically throughout the ages, and how it impacted both the field of battle, but also peoples daily lives!