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The Lockdown Farriery PodcastLFP 55 Farriery Skills & Knowledge Book Launch Dr Simon Curtis FWCF Jay Tovey FWCF Mark Trussler FWCFSend us a textFarriery text books are few and far between, and modern up to date ones are even rarer. Dr Simon Curtis one of our generations most prolific writers has teamed up with Jay Tovey FWCF and Mark Trussler FWCF to produce Farriery Skills and Knowledge a new Farriery text book. In this podcast we talk about the journey to produce it and the story behind it.Check it out at Farrier Focus!Thanks to the SponsorsThe Shoeing LabSilverback Chaps
2025-09-2437 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryThe Full Gregory Way: Cody Gregory, FWCF (Hons).Chris Gregory sits down with his son Cody Gregory, FWCF with honors, to discuss Cody's journey in the industry, their shared history, and insights into successful parenting and goal-setting. They talk about how Cody started as a young farrier, his experiences growing up around horseshoeing, and his journey to achieving his Fellowship with honors from the Worshipful Company of Farriers. The discussion also covers Cody's experiences starting a tool company, improving manufacturing processes, and his approach to homeschooling and raising children. The conversation emphasizes the importance of perseverance, goal-setting, and continuous learning, whether in their craft, personal development, or...
2025-03-171h 19
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 49 Final Days At The RanchPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 49 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-1406 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 48 Home StretchPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 48 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-1205 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 47 Spring Break in PurgatoryPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 47 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-1008 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 46 Green Tail Rope CompanyPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 46 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-0805 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 45 Shooting RabbitsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 45 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-0603 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 44 Bulldogging SchoolPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 44 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-0405 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 43 NMMI FarrierPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 43 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-11-0206 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 42 Playing Pull-OffPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 42 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-3111 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 41 Old Cadet LifePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 41 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-2906 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 40 Pizza RacesPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 40 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-2704 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 39 - Little Mike the SoldierPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 39 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-2603 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 38 - Rat Year Comes To A ClosePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 38 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-2405 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 37 - Memory Building ExercisesPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 37 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-2204 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 36 - StreakingPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 36 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-2003 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 35 - Pelvis Bucks Me OffPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 35 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-1806 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 34 - EpauletsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 34 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-1604 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 33 Rodeo PracticePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 33 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-10-0907 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 32 Old Cadet Corners and GrassPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 32 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-09-2510 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastLFP 45 A Tribute to David Gulley FWCFSend us a textDavid Gulley FWCF On the 2nd of May 2024 we received the sad news of the passing of David Gulley FWCF.Born on the 4th of August 1939 in Plymouth Devon, David grew up with an obsession for horses, his mother once telling him of his fascination of the Shire horses working in the streets Plymouth. When David reached the age of 15 due to the lack of farriery apprenticeships being available due to mechanisation, David took on a 4-year apprenticeship in Blacksmithing and Engineering. On com...
2024-09-161h 11
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 31 My Personal Tipping PointPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 31 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-09-1113 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryJonathan Nunn FWCFJonathan Nunn, FWCF, has been a good friend for a good long time. We competed against each other in farrier contests many times over the years and shared some great times in different parts of the world as we both pursued our dreams of becoming a better farrier. When Cody was 17 years old and chasing his associateship with the Worshipful Company of Farriers, he spent quite a bit of time with Jon in England. John is now an examiner for the Worship Company of Ferriers and was in the Heartland for a few days doing a high level clinic f...
2024-09-0245 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 30 RAT RaidPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 30 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-08-2809 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 29 Eating RATSPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 29 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-08-1413 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 28 The First Day of Hell WeekPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 28 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-07-3119 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 27 Pink SlipPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 27 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-07-1704 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 26 - Rat RacePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 26 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-07-0304 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 25 First Taste of New Mexico Military InstitutePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 25 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-06-1905 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 24 Summer of 1983Please enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 24 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-06-0508 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 23 La Bohemia WinePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 23 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-05-2204 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 22 - Tim's PaybackPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 22 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2024-05-0803 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 21 – Highschool Freshmen and Norm Please enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 21 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-04-2405 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 20 – Branding Traditions Please enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 20 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-04-1004 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 19 - Tecolote Cattle CompanyPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 19 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-03-2707 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 18 - Veterinary DreamsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 18 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-03-1312 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 17 - Teaching at an AnglePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 1 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-02-2802 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 16 - Cholla and Sambo'sPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 16 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-02-1405 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 15 - AllowancePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 15 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-02-0105 min
Forging Brains PodcastNigel Fennell FWCF (Honours) - The Jedi Knight Conquering All Things SteelKicking the year off right with what Nigel would refer to as a "belter!" of an episode! We had the privilege to sit down and chat with our first Englishman on the show, Nigel Fennell. It's amazing to hear about all the accomplishments and accolades Nigel has achieved throughout his career. He has achieved the highest level of certification in the Fellowship of Worshipful Company of Farriers, the FWCF with Honours. And he said that there's only a handful of people to ever achieve that since the beginning of the Fellowship in the early 1300's. Amongst all his achievements...
2024-01-242h 05
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 14 - Public SchoolPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 14 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-01-1704 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 13 Street SmartsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/ chrisgregoryasf@gmail.com
2024-01-0303 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 12 - Pony the CowboyPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 12 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-12-2006 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryThad Gouge CF ASFIn this episode, Chris Gregory, speaks with special guest, Thad Gouge. Thad, a farrier, missionary, and former home builder shares interesting stories about his various jobs and interests. He discusses his experience growing up in Bolivia, his work in Honduras, starting a sausage-making company in Bolivia, his stint in Vermont, and his experiences in horseshoeing. Thad reveals he had to leave his loved business due to health problems caused by exposure to black mold. He shares his recovery journey and plans that involve potentially partnering with his brother's roofing company. Chris and Thad also discuss the importance of integrity...
2023-12-1151 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 11 - In the MountainsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 11 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-12-0607 min
Final Approach With Chris GregorySteve Rawlings Steve is a great friend of mine who plays the bass guitar or the drums with Kelly and I when we perform on the worship team for the Lamar First Christian Church. He has had an interesting life and has spent his whole adulthood dealing with some health problems that no one would ever suspect. His generosity, friendliness, outgoing nature, all told a lie about what Steve was going through. But, as I got to know him, I got a glimpse of the trials that this liver disease caused. I first interviewed Steve in early 2023, and he tells about bein...
2023-11-271h 07
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 10 - Bug BattlesPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 10 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-11-2207 min
Mullins Farrier PodcastTom Smith FWCF – GradDIP ELR (Dist.) (RVC) - Master Farrier – ATFWelcome everyone. A little shopkeeping before we start. Dr. Simon Curtis is hosting his last webinar of the year on December 6th. It's called the Hough Rehab Webinar with Marty Sala and Paige Posse. For tickets to this event, go to www.eventbrite.co.uk and look up the Hoof Rehab Webinar with Dr. Simon Curtis. And don't forget to enter Mullins as the discount code at checkout. This episode is being released just after hosting my good friend Cody Gregory for a one-day forging clinic at Andrew DeVisser's shop in Paris, Ontario and then a two-day whol...
2023-11-211h 31
Final Approach With Chris GregoryBen Benson AWCFLet me proudly introduce to you Ben Benson. I knew Ben only by reputation before this interview. He and I both did clinics in Brazil for the same farriers out there, so I had heard his name and I knew of his reputation. When I was asked to speak at the BFBA, which is the British Farrier and Blacksmith Association Annual Farrier Focus in Stoneleigh for 2023, I got the chance to know Ben a little bit better. Now, there's a lot going on in the UK farriery at the moment, and so I thought this interview would b...
2023-11-131h 04
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 9 - Snakeskin FortunePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 9 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-11-0806 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryDusty Franklin, CJF, AWCF, ASFDusty and I have been friends since the mid-1990s when he pulled into the heartland to have a look around. He is one of those people that you can't help but like, and I have had the privilege of watching his meteoric rise in the Farrier trade. From his certified farrier run, his journeyman horse, competing with me and against me in Calgary at the Stampede, to where he is now, the owner of the farrier school known as Five Star Horseshoeing School in Minko, Oklahoma. He is one of my dozen featured mentors in my...
2023-10-3042 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 8 - Pen Full of ColtsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 8 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-10-2506 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryChuck DommerWell, folks, as you know, you can learn from anyone, but if that person is a Certified Flight Instructor with Instrument Rating, CFII, You know, you're going to learn from them. Well, I've been up with Chuck Dommer a few times now, and let me tell you sitting left seat next to this man just improves your flying every minute you're there So I asked him to sit across from me, and do this interview and I think you're going to enjoy it. He's lived everywhere and done everything and has had quite a full and amazing life. So...
2023-10-1629 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 7 - White Water RaftingPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 7 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-10-1106 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryGuy KarshIn the tradition of working with the best farriers in every country, I bring you Guy Karsh. This man is an Israeli farrier legend, and his work is world class. I met Guy while I was a clinician in Germany at the LUWEX, and we hit it off immediately. He invited me to Israel to do a clinic and took me into his home like I was a prodigal son. I had a great time, and saw places in the Holy Land that I had only read about. Let me introduce you to one of the world's great farriers...
2023-10-0240 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 6 - Dad's TrucksPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 6 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-09-2704 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryRed SteagallMy next guest was born in Texas in 1938 and has lived a life full of success that most can only dream of. Red Steagall was born to be a cowboy and touch and inspire the lives of millions through his music and poetry. Surviving polio at the age of 15, which damaged his shoulder to the point that he could not move his left arm, he still went on to become a famous guitar player and singer. Red discovered Reba McEntire and blessed our world by exposing her beautiful talent. He has worked with and become friends with...
2023-09-1842 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want Of A Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Chapter 5 - Staying Centered on a HorsePlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 5 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-09-1304 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryKevin Hatridge CJFWhen it comes to great friends and colleagues, almost no one fits the bill for me better than Kevin Hatridge, CJF of Colorado. We can always pick up right where we left off, whether there's been two weeks or two years. Kevin was one of my top 12 featured mentors in my memoir for the Want of a Nail the Shoe was Lost. It was high time we caught up, and you're invited behind the scenes. As Kevin and I discussed what it means to become an old farrier. We are cleared for takeoff. ...
2023-09-0455 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 4 - CousinsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 4 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-08-3002 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryJames ThayerIn my experience, the world is full of nice people regardless of the level of fame and popularity that they may have achieved. Well, no one exemplifies this more than master storyteller and author of 13 critically acclaimed novels, James Thayer. In my quest to learn more about the art of writing, I found Jim's book, the Essential Guide, writing a Novel, and then I found his podcast of the same name. I learned so much from every exposure, so I reached out to Jim to see if he would be a guest on my podcast. The humble...
2023-08-2139 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 3 - Work Ethic LessonsPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is the Chapter 3 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-08-1606 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryHarry SerioThis episode will introduce you to the man behind the Farrier 101 Professional Discussions Facebook page. Harry went from trainer to farrier decades ago, and he has a lot of interesting stories and observations to share with us. I had a great time getting to know Harry better, and I'm sure you will too. We are cleared for takeoff. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-08-0746 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor the Want of a Shoe The Horse was Lost - Chapter 2 - The Red BeltPlease enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF. Here is Chapter 2 from For the Want of a Shoe the Horse Was Lost. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-08-0205 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryTom RichardsWhen it comes to teaching and general aviation, Tom Richards is a legend. He's been flying for over 50 years and has thousands more hours in the right seat of an airplane than most pilots will ever have in their lifetime. Cody and I were honored to be amongst those that were able to learn from this great man and getting the chance to sit across the table from him for this podcast was amazing. Pilot, educator, editor, and author Tom Richards checks a lot of the boxes of the things that I'm interested in. You are in...
2023-07-2437 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryFor The Want of a Shoe The Horse Was Lost - Introduction and Chapter 1Please enjoy an excerpt from the book written by Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF Here is the introduction and Chapter 1 from For the Want of a Nail the Horse Was Lost For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-07-1910 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryEmilio Giannotti CJF TE ASF AWCFWhen it comes to hardworking farriers, it would be hard to find one that surpasses Emilio Giannotti CJF TE ASF AWCF. Emilio is a farrier from Argentina that is also a veterinarian and a scholar. He has been a close friend for many years and we have traveled together doing FITS exams and clinics in Mexico and Argentina. Emilio is fluent in Spanish and English and used his skills to translate Gregory's Textbook of Farriery into Spanish. Making it De Gregory. Enjoy meeting my great friend Emilio. We are cleared for takeoff. For...
2023-07-1058 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryJim Keith CJFWhen it comes to my farrier career, there are few people that I owe more to than my guest today. Jim Keith is a farrier legend that has done so much for our trade, writing, teaching, competing, making tools, and sharing with any that asked. He wrote the introduction to my textbook over a decade ago, and I was honored when he wrote the back cover of my latest book For the Want of a Shoe, the Horse Was Lost Jim's book, I Never Called Myself a Cowboy, is a wonderful look at the Cowboy way of...
2023-06-2643 min
Final Approach With Chris GregoryCris RodriguezMy next guest is one of the most generous and genuine men that I know. Cris Rodriguez has been a longtime friend and customer of Heartland Horseshoeing School. His fascinating and inspirational story deserves to be told. In 2022, Chris and his friend rode their horses from southwest Missouri to Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. You are going to enjoy getting to meet Chris, so sit back and listen. We are cleared for takeoff. For more information about Chris Gregory CJF ASF FWCF: https://chrisgregoryauthor.com/ https://www.heartlandhorseshoeing.com/
2023-06-121h 03
Final Approach With Chris GregoryBrian Mullins CJF ASFWelcome to my first episode of Final Approach with Chris Gregory. My first guest has become one of the most famous farriers in the business. From his contagious passion for our great trade and his distinctive, dare I say, sexy voice, Brian Mullins CJF, ASF is a longtime friend, a Heartlander, a fantastic farrier, a podcasting superstar, and one of the most amazing men I know. Since he is my inspiration for stepping out into this podcasting arena, it is my honor to welcome him as my first guest. We are cleared for takeoff.
2023-05-291h 04
Farrier Focus PodcastInterview with World Champion Farrier Steven Beane, FWCFIn this episode, we're privileged to talk with Steven Beane, FWCF of North Yorkshire, England. Steven is a five-time World Champion Blacksmith, three-time European Champion and three-time British National Champion. He has been selected for the English farrier team 16 consecutive years and is a renowned judge and clinician. Steven talks about how he got his start as a farrier, his practice regimen, and why he is so good as a competitor. He shares tips for farriers who want to be better in competitions and the sacrifices and price someone must pay to be at the top. ...
2023-02-2450 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastS02E04 Bone Spavin with Wayne Preece FWCF & Danny Bennett AWCF CertEdSend us a textBone Spavin is a common pathology seen in the hock joints of the horses hind limb.In this episode Wayne Preece FWCF and I discuss Bone Spavin, its causes and the available Farriery treatment protocols.
2023-02-111h 36
Mullins Farrier PodcastSteven Beane FWCFMy guest today needs no introduction, Mr. Steven Beane FWCF of England. He was the judge and clinician for our annual convention for the Ontario Farriers Association this year and I had the great honour to be able to sit down and interview him before the convention got started. I really appreciate Steven's raw honesty. He was quite forthcoming with a lot of really good wisdom. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.
2022-10-1047 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastS02E02 David "Slim" Symons FWCF HonsSend us a textNo living person has trained as many farriers in the UK as Slim Symons FWCF HonsI sat down with Slim and we spoke about his life and how he found farriery, and the route he took from joining the Army to be a Slaughter man and how he become one of only 2 living FWCF's with Honours. After leaving the Army after shoeing in different counties in the UK and Ireland he became the senior lecturer at the School of Farriery Hereford from where he finally retired at the age of 70. H...
2022-09-162h 24
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 30 Navicular Discussion with Wayne Preece FWCF CertEd & Daniel Bennett AWCF CertEdSend us a textIn this episode me and my good friend and ex colleague Wayne Preece FWCF sat down in his home and after an amazing home made curry we spent several hours discussing the filthy N-Word! That’s right we discussed Navicular! There is often confusion with anecdotal knowledge and modern scientific fact, disease, or syndrome. Hopefully you may learn or get something to think about from this conversation. We go off on tangents and openly chat about our experiences in conversation and not a formal lecture! I really enjoyed this conversation I hope you do...
2022-03-241h 34
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 27 Christmas Bonus Special David Gulley FWCFSend us a textDavid Gulley FWCF UK Farriery Legend.In this episode David tells us about his humble blacksmith background to being enlisted into the British Army and his career as one of the most eminent farriers who had a global international reach long before the internet! Enjoy happy Christmas and a happy new year to all the listeners! Stay safe
2021-12-221h 26Farrier Focus PodcastInterview with Dr. Simon Curtis, FWCF, Ph.D.In this episode, we talk with Dr. Simon Curtis, FWCF, PhD. He has been shoeing horses for 46 years. He is a Fellow of the Worshipful Company of Farriers by examination. Based in Newmarket, Simon has been a farrier since 1972. He is a 4th generation farrier. His family have been farriers and blacksmiths on the Cambridgeshire and Suffolk border for the past 150 years. He is a Past Master of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (2001-2002). He has been awarded an Honorary Associateship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. This is the first time that any farrier has received such an...
2021-12-041h 11
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 26 White Line Disease & Seedy Toe Explained Sarah Logie FWCFSend us a textIn this episode Sarah Logie FWCF explains the difference between White Line Disease (WLD) and Seedy Toe, what causes it, and of course how to treat and manage cases.
2021-10-2653 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 21 Pre Diploma Theory With Dr Simon Curtis FWCF & Daniel Bennett AWCF CertEDSend us a textPart 2 of the previous Pre Diploma Episode, this time we are joined by Dr Simon Curtis FWCF and we are talking all things theory. We talk at lengths about his years of experience as a examiner, about the common mistakes made and tips to gain them extra points.This episode is for the upcoming Diploma exam in May and is in response to the brilliant "Dip Tip's" ran by the British Farriers and Blacksmiths Association.
2021-04-291h 11
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 20 Pre Diploma Practical Simon Moore FWCF & Daniel Bennett AWCF CertEdSend us a textLast year the British Farriers and Blacksmiths Association (BFBA) launched "Dip Tips" as a way to create bite size information to diploma candidates in the UK. This year they have done it again and published some brilliant tips straight from the Examiners mouth! These tips are essential not just for the Diploma exam but any exam, test or assessment.I am joined by Simon Moore FWCF who is not just an examiner, but also had a long successful career as an Approved Training Farrier.
2021-04-281h 37
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 12 Science-Dissertations De-Bunked...... Simon Moore FWCFSend us a textSimon is a renowned lecturer and works as a referral and collective farrier for vets in Devon and Cornwall.His particular are of interest is in foals, performance horses and their individual shoeing solutions.He sat his Fellowship exam a few years ago and is very proactive within the Farriery industry.We sat down for an informative chat about the subject he researched for his thesis.Read Simon’s dissertation here:https://www.wcf.org.uk/fwcf-thesis?tid=c1d78f0...
2020-08-191h 04
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 11 Understandable Science-Dissertations De-Bunked..... Sarah Brown FWCF Thesis TalkSend us a textSarah Brown FWCF was the first female farrier to achieve Fellowship Status.Now her husband has achieve his FWCF, they are the first Fellowship household too.Sarah did her FWCF in 2015 and her thesis title was An Investigation into the effects on heel morphology following the insertion of 3° proprietary plastic heel wedge pads. In this episode we sit down and chat in simple terms why she chose this subject and how she planned it, and the results.Click here to read her actu...
2020-07-2733 min
Mullins Farrier PodcastTravis Burns, CJF, TE, EE, FWCFIn today's episode, I had the pleasure of talking to Travis Burns. Travis is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. He is a Certified Journeyman Farrier with both the Therapeutic and Educator Endorsements from the American Farriers Association. He is one of 6 Americans to become a Fellow in the Worshipful Company of Farriers by examination from the United Kingdom, the FWCF. He currently serves as the Chief of Farrier Services in the Equine Podiatry Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
2020-07-201h 15
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 9 Understandable Science-Dissertations De-Bunked..... Mark Trussler FWCFSend us a textIn this new series of talks, I talk to the farriers who have done real research in to farriery, whilst doing higher exams. As part of the Worshipful Company of Farriers, Fellowship (FWCF) exam you have to produce a thesis on a subject of your choice relevant to farriery.One of the biggest problems with science and farriery is when published it is hard to understand to those who have not been involved in scientific research. So in this new series I sit down with these people at the top of...
2020-07-011h 00
Mullins Farrier PodcastLove Of Anatomy With Chris Gregory FWCF #5Welcome to the fifth instalment of The Love of Anatomy with Chris Gregory FWCF. This is a spin-off series of short anatomy focussed segments geared to help all of us with future certifications and become better farriers. This information and much more can be found in Chris' textbook Gregory's Textbook Of Farriery found on Amazon and in most Farrier Supplies worldwide. Enjoy!
2020-06-0802 min
Mullins Farrier PodcastThe Love Of Anatomy With Chris Gregory FWCF #4Welcome to the fourth instalment of The Love of Anatomy with Chris Gregory FWCF. This is a spin-off series of short anatomy focussed segments geared to help all of us with future certifications and become better farriers. This information and much more can be found in Chris' textbook Gregory's Textbook Of Farriery found on Amazon and in most Farrier Supplies worldwide. Enjoy!
2020-05-2504 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 6 Co-Lateral Ligament Injuries Wayne Preece FWCF Robert Shave FWCFSend us a textIn this episode we are joined by Rob Shave FWCF and Wayne Preece FWCF CertED, and we discuss Co-Lateral Ligament Injuries.Please leave a review if you are listening on iTunes
2020-05-1655 min
Mullins Farrier PodcastThe Love of Anatomy With Chris Gregory FWCF #3Welcome to the third instalment of The Love of Anatomy with Chris Gregory FWCF. This is a spin-off series of short anatomy focussed segments geared to help all of us with future certifications and become better farriers. This information and much more can be found in Chris' textbook Gregory's Textbook Of Farriery found on Amazon and in most Farrier Supplies worldwide. Enjoy!
2020-05-0402 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 4 Counter Rotation of the Distal Phalanx with Sarah Brown FWCF & Jon Nunn FWCFSend us a textIn this episode we are joined by Sarah Brown FWCF and Jon Nunn FWCF where we have a relaxed informal discussion about this condition.
2020-04-241h 05
Mullins Farrier PodcastThe Love of Anatomy With Chris Gregory FWCFWelcome to the second instalment of The Love of Anatomy with Chris Gregory FWCF. This is a spin-off series of short anatomy focussed segments geared to help all of us with future certifications and become better farriers. This information and much more can be found in Chris' textbook Gregory's Textbook Of Farriery found on Amazon and in most Farrier Supplies worldwide. Enjoy!
2020-04-2002 min
The Lockdown Farriery PodcastEpisode 3 Revision & Exams with Jon Nunn FWCF & Sarah Logie FWCFSend us a textIn this episode we look at theory exam revision & exam technique.Sarah Logie FWCF served a four year apprenticeship in farriery with Mr R.Pape Dip.WCF and qualified in 2006. She gained a Diploma of the Worshipful Company of Farriers with Honours, the first female farrier to ever qualify with Honours in the 650 year history of the Company.She spent a year, travelling, working and competing abroad, in the U.S.A. and New Zealand. She then returned to Inverness-shire, and set up her farriery...
2020-04-171h 00
Mullins Farrier PodcastLove of Anatomy With Chris Gregory FWCFWelcome to the first instalment of The Love of Anatomy with Chris Gregory FWCF. This is a spin-off series of short anatomy focussed segments geared to help all of us with future certifications and become better farriers. This information and much more can be found in Chris' textbook Gregory's Textbook Of Farriery found on Amazon and in most Farrier Supplies worldwide. Enjoy!
2020-03-2702 min
Mullins Farrier PodcastMichael Wildenstein CJF FWCF (Hons)In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Michael Wildenstein CJF FWCF (Hons) at the International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio. Thank you to Dave Farley for the introduction. Michael was inducted into the International Horseshoers Hall of Fame in 2006. He is the former adjunct associate professor of Farrier Medicine and Surgery in the Department of Clinical Sciences of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University from 1991 - 2010. He specialized in the shoeing of lameness cases and heavy horses. He now spends much of his time coaching. Interested farriers, veterinarians or ho...
2020-03-0254 min
Mullins Farrier PodcastJonathan Nunn FWCFToday I have the pleasure of talking with Jonathan Nunn, FWCF. With over 34 years of farriery experience, Jonathan Nunn FWCF is based in Staffordshire England and has a multi farrier practice covering all aspects of farriery. Jon personally specialises in veterinary remedial work and performance horses nowadays. After many successful years in competitive farriery in the UK and internationally, Jon's simple, practical approach to horseshoeing is what he believes is key to maintaining soundness and good balance in the horses he trims and shoes. Jon attained his Fellowship of the Worshipful Company of Farrier's in 2017. As an examiner f...
2019-12-161h 20Farrier Focus PodcastInterview with Farrier Legend David Duckett, FWCFIn this interview, we talk about how Dave Duckett, FWCF began his career in horseshoeing and discuss the things he has learned along the way. He discusses his championships, how he mastered the skills of farriery, principles of his research regarding Duckett's dot and what he has learned from teaching farriers all over the world.
2019-07-301h 02Farrier Focus PodcastInterview with Michael Wildenstein, CJF, FWCFIn this episode, we talk with Michael Wildenstein, CJF, FWCF (Hons) of Sharon, Vermont. Mike is retired from teaching farrier at Cornell Vet School in Ithaca, New York and now offers his services as a referral or consulting farrier, working in a hands-on capacity with a horse's current farrier and/or veterinarian for special problems, or to help farriers improve their skill on their home ground with their own tools and their own horses. Mike is one of three people in the world to have passed the extremely distinguished Fellow of the Worshipful Company of Farriers examination...
2019-06-1851 minFarrier Focus PodcastInterview with Sarah Beane, FWCFIn this episode, we talk with Sarah Beane, FWCF. She is a native of Glasgow, Scotland and currently lives in North Yorkshire, England. Sarah is the first woman to receive the designation of Fellow in the Worshipful Company of Farriers (which she received in October of 2015). She is married to Steven Beane, FWCF who is a world champion farrier competitor. Sarah is also a world renowned competitor and a respected judge and clinician and shares how she got her start, lessons she has learned from shoeing horses for the past 17 years, and advice to farriers to improve...
2019-03-2055 minFarrier Focus PodcastInterview with Danish Farrier Henrik Berger, FWCFIn this episode, we talk with Danish farrier Henrik Berger, who is a Fellow in the Worshipful Company of Farriers. Henrik talks about how he got his start, his association with Jim and Allan Ferrie and how he passed the Diploma of the Worshipful Company of Farriers in 2007, his AWCF in 2011 and his FWCF in 2017. Henrik also discusses how he got into making tools and the benefits of working a multi-farrier practice. You will enjoy this interview with Henrik sharing his stories and experiences and how the farrier profession is similar wherever you go in the world.
2019-03-0554 minFarrier Focus PodcastInterview with Wayne Preece, FWCFIn this episode, we talk with farrier Wayne Preece, FWCF of the Midlands of England. He has been shoeing horses for more than thirty-three years. Wayne shares lessons he learned from teaching at Hereford College and some of the biggest mistakes he has seen beginning farriers and competitors make from his years of teaching and judging competitions. He also shares numerous lessons from his years of experience of being a farrier in the United Kingdom and why horsemanship is such a vital skill for farriers to develop.
2018-08-2150 minFarrier Focus PodcastInterview with AFA President Travis Burns, CJF, TE, EE, FWCFIn this episode, we talk with farrier Travis Burns. He is a Certified Journeyman Farrier (CJF), holds the Therapeutic (TE) AND Educator Endorsements (EE) from the AFA, and is a Fellow of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (FWCF). He was recently elected as the president of the American Farriers Association. He is currently the Chief of Farrier Services at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia and has been shoeing horses professionally for more than 16 years. In this wide ranging interview, we talk about how Travis got his start, l...
2018-03-141h 05