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Mark of the Maker is a panel discussion with renowned custom knife makers Tom Krein, Sean Kendrick and Michael Burch, and hosted by Mark Stheiner. The format is much like a group of friends sitting around in The Pit at Blade Show, talking knives - a look at life from the perspective of the maker as well as the collector. Covering broader topics such as tactical knife history, trends, industry comm... more

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This is Part 2 of Mark's chat with Jim Wirth from Giant Mouse Knives. We talk knives, watches, and one of Jim's hobbies - metal detecting. His collection is fantastic and he's got some great stories about why he loves metal detecting and what he has ... more

Here's another in our growing series of live on-site interviews. This one's with Jim Wirth, one of the founders of Giant Mouse Knives. Jim came into the knife world as a collector of many things before he, Jesper Voxnaes and Jens Anso launched Giant ... more

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We're back with Part II of our deep dive into Fighting Knives! This time around we all make picks for Dagger, Art or Ceremonial and Anything Goes. This one, like most picks episodes, is one where we'll each have companion posts in our Facebook group ... more

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Sean had some special fighting knives he wanted to talk about in light of our recent deep dive into Part I of Fighting Knives, so he got together with Mark and Michael to have a look together. Some great pieces in here and with some interesting histo... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Wirth
One of the founders of Giant Mouse Knives
Giant Mouse Knives
Episode: Episode 151: Jim Wirth Pt.1
Tyler Holden
Knife collector with diverse interests and a deep connection to the community.
Episode: Episode 147: Tyler Holden
Rob Baptie
Custom knife maker, member of the knife community, and founder of The Hate Project.
Episode: Episode 143: Rob Baptie
Isaac Roessler
Owner of Springfield EDC, a knife and everyday carry gear store
Springfield EDC
Episode: Episode 140: Isaac at Springfield EDC
Greg Stevens
Craftsman known for his watch straps and leather goods
Greg Stevens Design
Episode: Episode 138: Giant Mouse Jubilee Wrap-Up
Jesper Vox
Co-founder of Giant Mouse and designer known for his knife aesthetics and craftsmanship.
Giant Mouse
Episode: Episode 138: Giant Mouse Jubilee Wrap-Up
Jim Worth
Co-founder of Giant Mouse, experienced in community building within the knife industry.
Giant Mouse
Episode: Episode 138: Giant Mouse Jubilee Wrap-Up
Jeremy Horton
Brings a variety of knives including a new model named Hilux.
Episode: Episode 137: PNWCI 2025 Recap
Richard Rogers
Showcases handmade knives at the show.
Episode: Episode 137: PNWCI 2025 Recap

Hosts

Mark Steiner
Prominent figure in the knife community and central to many conversations; associated with the maker/design world.
Mark Stheiner
Co-host and organizer within the maker community; often represents the group's perspective in discussions.
Sean Kendrick
Co-host and frequent guest, active participant in knife design and community events; key voice in discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 321 ratings
  • Dr. Rachel Parikh

    If I may quote the great Sean Kendrick, listening to episodes with Dr. Rachel Parikh will make you “…less ignorant”. You guys are the best!

    -MB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billyh6088
    United States3 years ago
  • My New Favorite Podcast

    Couldn’t really get into podcasts for the longest time, finally found one that I can’t stop listening to. Great for information as a new maker in my early 20’s and also highly entertaining. Not great for my wallet, ordered a Randall and a Hinderer in O1 since I’ve started listening LOL

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris98SP
    United States4 years ago
  • The best

    If your into knives, swords, axes, hatchets, spears, or any edged weapon or tool, and you're not listening to Mark of the Maker, what are you doing?!

    Fantastic group of fella’s with a wealth of knowledge, strong opinions, and a completely different styles. Super entertaining. Literally the only podcast I listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dmeester92
    United States4 years ago
  • Listener

    GREAT podcast! A regular conversation among knife enthusiast that are knowledgable and experienced. Great guests and history that always amazes me with how interesting it is.

    I have listened to the entire library and liked all of them..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abn.medic
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesomeness

    So much info on knives, knife making, knife history, legendary makers, great book recommendations, shout outs to all sorts of makers and knives new and old. Great format, great hosts and guests. Shop talk, great banter, entertaining stories about your upbringing, families, dogs, cat, grills, guns, conspiracy theories lol. You guys have it all. Truly informative, entertaining, and inspirational. Thankyou! -JESweetJ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JESweetJ
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the show's depth on knife craft and history, plus entertaining hosts.
Guests and topics are consistently informative for makers and collectors alike.
The format blends technical insight with camaraderie, making it engaging and approachable.

Chart Rankings

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

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#122
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Apple Podcasts
#20
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Apple Podcasts
#112
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Apple Podcasts
#166
South Africa/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#246
Denmark/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

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Episode 146: Season 9 Kickoff
Q: What are you looking forward to in the upcoming year?
The hosts expressed hope for better economic conditions in 2026 and shared personal plans related to their families, projects, and knife making.
Episode 146: Season 9 Kickoff
Q: What were the high points for you in 2025?
Sean enjoyed sponsoring movies locally and had a blast attending various knife shows. Tom had an exciting year with lots of shows, connecting with the community.
Episode 140: Isaac at Springfield EDC
Q: So, you're not very old at all. How old are you?
I just turned 26 this month.
Episode 140: Isaac at Springfield EDC
Q: So what was your first knife? What was the one that got you beside that?
The first decent knife I ever bought myself was a Kershaw Leek I got on Black Friday.
Episode 132: Blade 2025 Wrap-Up
Q: Jarrod, what about getting ready for the show? How much ahead of time did you start?
I tried to get started a good deal before I did last year. This year, I had a few blades that I had started for last year that I didn't get to.

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A discussion-driven show centered on the craft, history, and culture of knife making. Across episodes, the panel dives into fighting knives, historical blades, and contemporary design, while weaving in show coverage, community stories, and the dynamics between makers and collectors. The panelists—seasoned makers, collectors, and design-focused guests—bring a mix of technical insight, industry commentary, and generous camaraderie, often exploring the social side of the knife world, events, and collaborations. A standout trait is the strong sense of community and shared storytelling, which makes it engaging for listeners who enjoy deep technical context plus entertaining banter.

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1. Jim Wirth
2. Tyler Holden
3. Rob Baptie
4. Isaac Roessler
5. Greg Stevens
6. Jesper Vox
7. Jim Worth
8. Jeremy Horton

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