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The Coal Cast

Coal Iron Works
Blacksmithing
Knife Making
Coal Iron Works
Induction Forging
Coal Ironworks
Lean Manufacturing
Indiana
Rebus Brothers
Bladesmithing
Greek Mythology
CNC Machining
Quad State
Biblical Lore
Hephaestus
Inventory Management
James Watt
Hammer-In
California Blacksmith Association
American History
Education

The Coal Cast is a dynamic series about Blacksmithing, Entrepreneurship, Education, and Community with hosts Nathan Brandt and Francis Strole. The Coal Cast will feature a range of segments and episodes that feature our amazing community of creators, employees, and other entrepreneurs.

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Dan Berowski is the opening demonstration for the 2026 A. Davis Hammer-In! He's here today to tell us a bit about himself and his blacksmithing journey. COALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - chillhop.com/creatorcred

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Noah Beaver is a young smith hailing from the wonderful state of North Carolina, where he's pursuing knife making and entrepreneurship by utilizing great resources like the Bill Moran Museum to help him along in his journey. COALIRON.COMMusic provide... more

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The Geek mythologies and legends are widely spread and studied across the globe in many different ways- today we're talking about one of the twelve major gods of the Greek Pantheon: Hephaestus, the Greek god of fire, metalworking, volcanoes, and arti... more

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India hosts a long and complex history of legends, stories, and religions. We're diving into some of the extensive lore that India has to offer. COALIRON.COMMusic provided by Chillhop Music - chillhop.com/creatorcred

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Recent Guests

Noah Beaver
Young knife maker and Forge Cart winner
Independent/Knife Making
Episode: Noah Beaver | The Coal Cast - Ep 105
Kurt Ferenbach
Veteran blacksmith with extensive forging career, teaches and mentors
Independent blacksmith, partner in forging education
Episode: The Coal Cast - Episode 100
Bob Rankin
Blacksmith community member who shared personal story about his son
Independent blacksmith/community member
Episode: The Coal Cast - Episode 100
Lucas O'Hara
Blacksmith recognized with an award for excellence in craft
Independent blacksmith
Episode: The Coal Cast - Episode 100
Seth Lopez
Bladesmith, founder of Dire Pacific
Dire Pacific
Episode: Seth Lopez - Dire Pacific | The Coal Cast - Ep 97
David Baker
Bladesmith, forged in fire fame; creator of Baker's Blades YouTube channel
Baker's Blades (YouTube)
Episode: Baker's Blades: The Adventures of David Baker | The Coal Cast - Ep 96
Christopher Renee Choate
Employee with a leadership role in inventory management
Coal Cast / Coal Iron Works (employer)
Episode: Small Business Inventory | The Coal Cast - Ep 91
Haiden Scherer
Diesel mechanic internship applicant and student of Kurt's shop; part of the Coal Cast team's guest segment
Coal Ironworks (intern/guest)
Episode: Haiden Scherer | The Coal Cast - Ep 87
Chris Yackee
Guest knife/blacksmith involved with Northwest Ohio Blacksmiths (NOBS)
Northwest Ohio Blacksmiths (NOBS)
Episode: Christopher Yackee with the Northwest Ohio Blacksmithing Group | The Coal Cast - Ep 85

Hosts

Francis Strole
Host of The Coal Cast, currently involved in Coal Ironworks / The Coal Cast
Nathan Brandt
Co-host of The Coal Cast, involved with Coal Ironworks

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Joshua Prince - Creature Crafting and Bladesmithing | The Coal Cast - Ep 74
Q: How does Josh view the relationship between process and product?
He emphasizes a love of the process, seeing each forging step as an opportunity to learn, adapt, and iterate, with the final knife as a result of ongoing exploration rather than a fixed plan.
Joshua Prince - Creature Crafting and Bladesmithing | The Coal Cast - Ep 74
Q: What got Josh Prince into metalworking and knives?
Josh describes a gradual pull toward metalworking that began with childhood interests, expanded through school workshops, and intensified after discovering forging as a pathway to sculptural and functional pieces, ultimately focusing on knives as the primary medium.
Christopher Yackee with the Northwest Ohio Blacksmithing Group | The Coal Cast - Ep 85
Q: How did you first get introduced to blacksmithing?
Chris explains his route from college courses and open-forge opportunities to getting involved with SOFA and local clubs, which sparked his ongoing engagement with forging and mentorship.
2025 A. Davis Hammer-In-terview | The Coal Cast - Ep 79
Q: What drew Jonah Conrad to forging and how does media intersect with blacksmithing culture?
Jonah describes his entry through the craft culture surrounding shows and press, highlighting how media can amplify the maker community while also requiring careful, respectful storytelling of craft and relationships.
Leah Aripotch Creature Demo | 2025 A. Davis Hammer-In | The Coal Cast - Ep 80
Q: What tips would you give someone trying to replicate the leg segments?
Focus on original stock and straight, clean lines first; plan where bends will occur, and use precise heat control and cutting to avoid elongation, then finish with gradual grinding to maintain taper and mass.

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What is The Coal Cast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on blacksmithing, entrepreneurship, education, and community, with a practical, shop-floor lens on building and growing small manufacturing ventures. Episodes blend craft history, hands-on technique, business strategy, and community storytelling, often featuring guests who share real-world experiences—from brand founders and makers to educators and veterans—alongside hosts who tie lessons from the shop floor to broader industry trends. A notable strength is its consistent emphasis on mentorship, lean practices, and community-building within a niche but actively engaged craft ecosystem, making it useful for listeners exploring craft careers, small-business growth, or sponsorship opportunities in maker and manufacturing space... more

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1. Noah Beaver
2. Kurt Ferenbach
3. Bob Rankin
4. Lucas O'Hara
5. Seth Lopez
6. David Baker
7. Christopher Renee Choate
8. Haiden Scherer

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