Shows
Edge & Flow PodcastTarrifsTrade wars disrupting the knife industry and artificial intelligence fixing machines.2025-04-151h 00
Edge & Flow PodcastBevel Grinding WinsLuc returns from Blade Show Texas and has a new machine on the way. TJ has a big bevel grinding breakthrough.2025-03-1858 min
Edge & Flow PodcastJust In Time ManufacturingLuc and TJ discuss the merits of "just in time" manufacturing.2025-02-2555 min
Edge & Flow PodcastKnow YourselfLucas announces his investment property purchase and plans to replace his Haas. The conversation migrates to philosophy and the things that motivate different creative minds.2025-02-181h 29
Edge & Flow PodcastDelegationLuc and TJ discuss business trajectory after Luc toured the Good Art facility over the holidays.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992025-01-0849 min
Edge & Flow Podcast2024 Year End ReviewIt was a huge year of struggle, learning, and growth for Luc, TJ, and friends of the podcast.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-12-2351 min
Edge & Flow PodcastCrucible Financial TroublesThe X9 is Reeve grinding. Crucible (CPM) has announced the potential for a closure.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-12-171h 00
Edge & Flow PodcastMachines DownBoth TJ and Luc have a machine down. Discussion about healthy growth later ensues.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-12-101h 01
Edge & Flow PodcastDinner and KnivesLuc recaps the dinner and trunk show he put on in San Jose. The Syil X9 has almost landed at the Schwarz shop.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-11-1847 min
Edge & Flow PodcastKydex SheathsKydex sheath design and process development never ends.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-10-2853 min
Edge & Flow PodcastReeve GrindingReeve (Cup Wheel) Grinding...Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-10-211h 04
Edge & Flow PodcastFinancing CNC MachinesKihoku production continues, a new machine is coming, and Blade Show West was a blast!Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-10-1459 min
Edge & Flow PodcastNew EyeballsTJ returns from The Maker's Syndicate. Lucas continues his effort to strengthen his brand's social media presence.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-09-2355 min
Edge & Flow PodcastGhost ProblemsLucas and TJ get some R&R. Issues with a mismatch between the Tormach and the Syil appear. Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-09-101h 20
Edge & Flow PodcastWhat's The Brain's Duty Cycle?The work life balance discussion resurfaces.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-08-1955 min
Edge & Flow PodcastMore Than a Knife BrandIn addition to general shop updates, Luc and TJ discuss peripheral products and brand image awareness.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-08-051h 10
Edge & Flow PodcastSteer the ShipLuc returns from PNWCI. Discussion ensues about building a business that can be steered.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-07-291h 07
Edge & Flow PodcastWhere Does Life Fit?After Blade Show and a long month of personal commitments... we're back.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-07-151h 33
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Blade Show BubbleThe Blade Show sphere of influence is real.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-06-0345 min
Edge & Flow PodcastCAM Is a NegotiationBlade Show prep is in full swing. Lucas is excited about completing his first fully CNC machined fixed blade. Machine purchase discussion ensues.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-05-201h 13
Edge & Flow PodcastHunting KnivesLucas kills a turkey and gains insight on hunting knife design. The LT5 is in production!Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-05-061h 06
Edge & Flow PodcastJens AnsoJens Anso is a world class knife maker and designer as well as a long time friend of the pod. He was an obvious choice for our first ever guest. Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-04-152h 02
Edge & Flow PodcastBecause You Like ItDeveloping products that you like vs. what you think will sell.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-04-081h 10
Edge & Flow PodcastSteel Finishing NuancesA more technical episode about various finishes on Magnacut. Updates on the LT5 and various production battles.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-03-251h 03
Edge & Flow PodcastGrinding Posture SolutionsThe 2x72 belt grinder can be the ultimate neck kinker. Also, Luc brings up time management challenges.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-03-181h 10
Edge & Flow PodcastThe New Shop Lives!Lucas talks about a great experience at Blade Show Texas. Schwarz Knives has officially moved.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-03-111h 06
Edge & Flow PodcastIs Constant Improvement Possible?The Schwarz Knives shop is closer to completion. Constant improvement mentality, can it be toxic?Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-02-1258 min
Edge & Flow PodcastProducts are WeirdWhat sells and why? SHOT Show is going on and the Schwarz shop continues the moving process.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-01-291h 02
Edge & Flow PodcastRat's NestThis week was chaotic. Also, the lease is signed. Schwarz Knives is moving.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-01-221h 03
Edge & Flow PodcastRhythmDaily, weekly, monthly, yearly rhythm.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-01-1559 min
Edge & Flow PodcastNew Year GoalsIn the last episode we spent some time reminiscing on 2023. Now it's time to look forward.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-01-101h 11
Edge & Flow Podcast2023 Year In Review2023 was a whirlwind year. Luc and TJ recap their successes and struggles of the last 12 months.Patreaon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992024-01-081h 03
Edge & Flow PodcastLucas Learns Fusion 360Luc dives into his new found CAD abilities.patreon.com/user?u=877299992023-12-211h 09
Edge & Flow PodcastInstagram EarthquakesLuc gets surgery, shop updates, Instagram scare and laser vs waterjet.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992023-12-1159 min
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Toolbox FallacyHow many tools do you need to start a project?Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992023-11-2056 min
Edge & Flow PodcastKnife Naming Is HardCad courses are coming along and knives are hard to name.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=87729999 2023-11-1357 min
Edge & Flow PodcastInstinctual Decision MakingTrusting our gut. Taking action.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992023-11-0657 min
Edge & Flow PodcastHow to sharpen a knife?Luc and TJ answer questions from the Patreon group. Including one very big question.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=877299992023-10-301h 03
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Great Dane Comes to IdahoJens Anso puts in some travel miles, Luc works to migrate his CAD workflow to Fusion 360, and TJ recaps Blade Show West.2023-10-231h 01
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Patreon ExperimentPatreon, shooting, and the Archer!Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=877299992023-10-1045 min
Edge & Flow PodcastGrowing SlowlyLuc and TJ talk about the benefits and drawbacks of slow business growth as well as various adjustments to their business models.2023-10-0458 min
Edge & Flow PodcastWe're Not BusyLuc and TJ have more to do than ever, but are no longer busy.2023-09-2558 min
Edge & Flow PodcastUSN Recap and Terns ShipLuc returns from a successful outing at the USN Gathering in Las Vegas, TJ and Luc celebrate Terns arriving in customer hands for the first time.2023-09-1848 min
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Tern is GoLuc and TJ are busy in the shop. The Tern lives!2023-08-281h 01
Edge & Flow PodcastBreaking and EnteringWe have a lot of random things to talk about and we briefly have two guests on the podcast.2023-08-0750 min
Edge & Flow PodcastWe're Alive!Luc skipped the country and TJ saved a cabin from certain demise.2023-07-271h 06
Edge & Flow PodcastIn Over My HeadWhat is success as a maker? How successful do we feel right now?2023-06-2757 min
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Collaboration Takes a TERNLuc and TJ continue progress on the collaboration project. Conversations about business growth ensue.2023-06-191h 02
Edge & Flow PodcastOne Year of Edge & Flow!We are happy to announce that the podcast has officially survived one year! Thank you all for supporting us over the last 12 months.2023-06-131h 00
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Devil Is in the DetailsNew product development decisions. Do fixed blade knives need weight relief? Should the scales be removable?2023-05-3049 min
Edge & Flow PodcastProcess ImprovementShop improvements and AI talk.2023-05-221h 10
Edge & Flow PodcastIs the Process the Product?Lucas bought a Truck, TJ is on a design bender, the Nova-1 game plan is changing.2023-05-151h 05
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Monetization GameEmployees, monetizing the pod, Blade Show, and Burnley wants a new truck.2023-05-081h 04
Edge & Flow PodcastEmployees and TurkeysIs turkey hunting a downshift?2023-05-0157 min
Edge & Flow PodcastClone WarsWhen does inspiration become clone/counterfeit?2023-04-1054 min
Edge & Flow PodcastWhen the Muse VisitsLuc gets a visit from the ever fickle muse, TJ talks about his Down Shift.2023-04-0352 min
Edge & Flow PodcastRandosode (Fusion is Down?)Employees, Fusion is down, Nova-1, Down Shifts, pre-orders, international shipping, and new cats!2023-03-271h 01
Edge & Flow PodcastCAD The Schwarz WayLucas interviews TJ on his CAD process. Red X Day finally gets a new name.2023-03-201h 15
Edge & Flow PodcastCAD The Schwarz WayLucas interviews TJ on his CAD strategies and philosophies. We finally renamed Red X day.2023-03-201h 15
Edge & Flow PodcastGainful EmploymentNova-1 updates and a meandering conversation about employees and inventory management.2023-03-1359 min
Edge & Flow PodcastHow Burnley Builds a BrandWe're turning the spotlight on Lucas today for a deep dive on the magical world of brand building.2023-03-051h 10
Edge & Flow PodcastRed X Day?A day off with intentionality. Maintenance for the most important tool.2023-02-241h 06
Edge & Flow PodcastUnited In FrustrationThe domino effect. Dealing with poor decisions that stack.2023-02-1754 min
Gearing Up: An Everyday Carry PodcastEpisode 133: Lucas Burnley Teaches Me The Game of KnifeIn this episode of Gearing Up, I’m joined by knife maker Lucas Burnley to talk about his 20-year tenure in the industry. Lucas and I talk about his work, the Burnley Knives Facebook group, production knives, and changes to the industry since he began in 2003. Thanks again to Lucas for joining me - and be sure to check out the Burnley Knives Facebook GroupThis episode is sponsored by KnafsGearing Up is an everyday carry podcast made for the community.The show features in...2023-02-141h 04
Edge & Flow PodcastWhat is Work?Working hard or hardly working?2023-02-1355 min
Edge & Flow PodcastShopisode | Friends and DelaysReaching out to old friends. Naming knives. Manufacturing risk mitigation.2023-02-021h 01
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Transparent ProjectWhat does the inside of a design licensing deal look like from beginning to end? You're about to find out.2023-01-231h 08
Edge & Flow PodcastHappy Little KnivesAll the little knives and a bit of mass market design talk.2023-01-131h 02
Edge & Flow PodcastGrowing PainsWe went into this episode with no topic in mind, but the conversation seemed to revolve around various sticking points involved with growth.2023-01-0956 min
Edge & Flow PodcastGrowing PainsWe went into this episode with no topic in mind, but the conversation seemed to revolve around various sticking points involved with growth.2023-01-0956 min
Edge & Flow Podcast2022 Year End Review2022 was a great year with lots of ups and a few downs.2023-01-0258 min
Edge & Flow PodcastHow does one sell a knife?So you've made a knife. How do you sell it?2022-12-191h 04
Edge & Flow PodcastGoing Back on Our WordGoing back on our word hurts, but sometimes it makes sense.2022-12-0758 min
Edge & Flow PodcastLearning vs EarningTo learn or to earn, that is the question.2022-11-1757 min
Edge & Flow PodcastTimelinesHow can we better manage expectations, internal and external?2022-11-041h 02
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Process is the ProductWhat is it we're trying to sell?2022-10-281h 04
Edge & Flow PodcastBlade Show West and Shop UpdatesAnother more random episode. Blade Show West is coming up, the Syil is cranking out Overlands and Luc is continuing his process of perfecting his weekly schedule.2022-09-2458 min
Edge & Flow PodcastGoals and PlanningAre goals and planning important, overly confining and restrictive, or both?2022-09-141h 05
Edge & Flow PodcastMaker vs Manager ScheduleThe schedule of the maker and the manager and how they are different. From here on out episodes will begin to include more general shop updates.2022-09-071h 11
Edge & Flow PodcastBevels Bevels BevelsThe ultimate crux of the knifemaker. How is it done and why is it difficult?2022-09-0159 min
Edge & Flow PodcastProduction vs R&D MindsetIn a one man shop we've found difficulty switching back and forth from designing new product to making existing products.2022-08-261h 04
Edge & Flow PodcastIs Multitasking a Myth?Join our general conversation on the concept of multitasking in shop and business environments.2022-08-191h 15
Edge & Flow PodcastThe Self Promotion ProblemIs promoting ourselves important? How do we put it on balance with being productive in other ways.2022-08-121h 12
Edge & Flow PodcastWe Need Some AirTrips, new machines, whole shop air systems. We have a lot going on and wanted to recap our last few weeks.2022-08-031h 13