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Final Approach With Chris Gregory

Chris Gregory CJF, ASF, FWCF
Farriery
Aviation
Rodeo
Military Training
Horseshoeing
Entrepreneurship
New Mexico Military Institute
Horses
Personal Growth
Farrier
Cadet Life
Family
NMMI
Horse Training
New Mexico
Horsemanship
Cadet Experience
Cooking
Mental Health
Farrier Business

Welcome to Final Approach with Chris Gregory. I am a philomath, who is somebody who loves learn things. One of the things that I've learned is that everyone has a tale to tell and a lesson to teach. From pilots to farriers, to musicians, to authors, and creators. I'm going to explore my interests while introducing you to some amazing people. Pre-flight is complete and we have clearance, so let's k... more

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Latest Episodes

Timmy and Elin were two of the four farrier educators from the Lerums Vuxenutbildning school in Sweden that came to the Heartland to see how we teach our students to shoe horses. We had a great time sharing ideas and learning more about their culture... more

Dustin Smith has a gift for gab and we have a great conversation with a lot of fun stories and inspirational take aways. You'll be hungry for an Ozark Natural Steak by the time you get done with this one. Sit back and enjoy, we are cleared for takeof... more

Pedro Pechar is one of my great friends from Argentina. He came to the Heartland in 1996, our second year in business. From there, he returned to Argentina and has had a massive influence in the farrier industry. I got to sit down with him at Emilio ... more

Andrew DeVisser plays a lot of roles. Christian, husband, father, farrier, manufacturer, and author, Andrew has a lot of insights and thoughts on living your best life. This episode has the added advantage of Cody Gregory helping me to bring the stor... more

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Recent Guests

Dustin Smith
Cattleman and founder of Ozark Natural Steak
Ozark Natural Steak
Episode: Fire Sale with Dustin Smith
Pedro Pechar
Farrier and educator, taught extensively across Argentina
Mustad/Heartland/CPH
Episode: Pedro Pechar
Andrew DeVisser
Farrier, blacksmith, author of The Blacksmith's Guide to Financial Freedom
Fletcher Forge and Tool; Blacksmith author
Episode: Balanced Life & Budget with Andrew DeVisser, CJF
Robbie Miller
AWCF, ASF; farrier with international presence and educator
South Africa / International farrier community
Episode: Out Of Africa with Robbie Miller, ASF, AWCF
Joe Ryan
Christian, farrier, soldier, and instructor in the Heartland program
Heartland Horseshoeing / Former Army and National Guard member
Episode: Follow Me with Joe Ryan
Alexi Gutierrez
Farrier, horse shoer, inventor, founder of IFA
IFA (International Farrier Academy)
Episode: Havana Good Time with Alexi Gutierrez
Derek Poupard
Farrier with international experience in Africa, USA, Dubai, and England
Independent professional; renowned in equine hoof care
Episode: 3-D Derek. Derek Poupard, CJF
Lee Olson
Certified farrier with extensive experience in horseshoeing and rodeo.
Episode: Proverbs 27:17, Iron Sharpens Iron with Lee Olson, CJF
Paul Duddy
A well-known farrier and friend of Chris Gregory for nearly 30 years.
Episode: Irish Cream of the Crop with Paul Duddy

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Chris Gregory
Host of Final Approach with Chris Gregory

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • A refreshing and interesting take on the friends and associates a farrier meets in their career.

    Chris does a great job of making you feel like you are a third person joining in on a front porch conversation. His narrative is soothing and the topics tend to bounce from informative to comical. An audible experience that is often missed in other podcasts.

    Thank you Chris for your insights and sharing your experiences with us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blacksmith101
    United States2 years ago
  • A refreshing and interesting take on the friends and associates a farrier meets in their career.

    Chris does a great job of making you feel like you are a third person joining in on a front porch conversation. His narrative is soothing and the topics tend to bounce from informative to comical. An audible experience that is often missed in other podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blacksmith101
    United States2 years ago
  • It is so good to hear this in Chris' voice. I love the stories. Cant wait to hear more. Keep going !

    Audible
    5
    bethere
    United States3 years ago
  • love the story

    It is so good to hear this in Chris' voice. I love the stories. Cant wait to hear more. Keep going !

    Audible
    5
    bethere
    United States3 years ago
  • Podcast with Red is great!

    Once again, you make it sound like your guest is an old friend. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lionlover18
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the conversational, porch-chat vibe and feel like they're part of the conversation.
Episodes are easy to follow, with actionable takeaways and strong storytelling.
The host and guests come across as relatable, with thoughtful insights and humor.
The show blends practical craft knowledge with personal stories, appealing to a broad audience of makers and travelers.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#10
Ireland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#32
South Africa/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#84
Israel/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#95
Chile/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#101
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#233
Sweden/Business/Careers

Talking Points

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Fire Sale with Dustin Smith
Q: What challenges did you face breaking into premium beef markets and auctions?
The path required learning the auction business from the ground up, building trust with buyers, and proving quality with every batch. It also involved resisting easier but less sustainable options, growing the brand through chefs and markets, and managing the capital risk of scaling.
Hard Working Horseshoers. Bud and Hannah
Q: What do you think the future of horseshoeing is?
I think it will stay the way that it is, but there might be changes, like more glue products.
Hard Working Horseshoers. Bud and Hannah
Q: What do you think is the biggest reason that a young farrier fails?
Lack of communicating with their customers and not calling people back.
Feel the Burn with Tim Riegel
Q: What was the transition like after you left O'Sullivan?
It was challenging, but I leveraged my experience and eventually found success with Mozark and other ventures.
Feel the Burn with Tim Riegel
Q: What advice do you have for a person who wants to be an inventor and an entrepreneur like you?
Buckle up and ride on your passion. Trust yourself, and know that good things come to those who work hard.

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What is Final Approach With Chris Gregory about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across episodes, the show consistently centers on crafts, trades, and life journeys that blend entrepreneurship, mentorship, and resilience. Conversations span farriery, aviation, environmental stewardship, and personal growth, often weaving in family, faith, and mental health as core themes. The host tends toward warm, storytelling-style interviews that feel like candid conversations with friends, making it accessible for listeners who want practical career advice, real-world grit, and inspiration from people building unique paths. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from traditional trades to tech-enabled craft innovation—delivering both historical perspective and forward-looking insights for aspiring guests or sponsors seeking au... more

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Recent guests on Final Approach With Chris Gregory include:

1. Dustin Smith
2. Pedro Pechar
3. Andrew DeVisser
4. Robbie Miller
5. Joe Ryan
6. Alexi Gutierrez
7. Derek Poupard
8. Lee Olson

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