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The Knife Junkie Podcast

Bob "The Knife Junkie" DeMarco
Knife Making
Knife Collecting
EDC (everyday Carry)
Fisher Blade Company
Knife Design
American Manufacturing
Trained Monkey Blade Co.
Beckwith Covert
Self-Defense
Custom Knives
Customer Service
Japanese Aesthetics
Jack Wolf Knives
Knives
T.kell Knives
EDC Knives
U.S. Marines
Boker USA
Blade Testing
Martial Arts

The Knife Junkie podcast is the place for knife newbies and experience knife collectors to learn more about knives and knife collecting and become true "knife junkies." Twice per week, Bob DeMarco talks knives and brings you special sections such as Knife Life News, pocket checks and more. In addition, your calls and comments will be featured on the podcast -- dial The Knife Junkie Listener Line a... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of The Knife Junkie Podcast, Bob "The Knife Junkie" DeMarco sits down with custom knife maker and designer Calvin Richardson. Calvin is the creative mind behind the Steadfast, a popular design produced by Work Tuff Gear. They talk abo... more

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What makes a production folder a modern classic? In Episode 646 of The Knife Junkie Podcast, host Bob DeMarco shares his personal list of 10 modern classic production folders that changed the knife industry.

These are not custom pieces or vintage co... more

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What happens when a knife reviewer gets tired of waiting for the perfect blade? He designs it himself. This week on The Knife Junkie Podcast, host Bob DeMarco talks with K.C. Spiron, the founder of Tempest Knives and host of the popular KnivesFAST Yo... more

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Episode 644 of The Knife Junkie Podcast celebrates the tanto blade shape. Host Bob DeMarco presents some of the coolest tanto designs in modern knife making. This blade style combines Japanese tradition with contemporary performance.

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Recent Guests

Calvin Richardson
Custom knife maker and designer
Calvin Richardson Custom Knives
Episode: Calvin Richardson, Custom Knife Maker and Designer: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 647)
KC Spiron
Founder of Tempest Knives and host of The KnivesFAST channel
Tempest Knives
Episode: K.C. Spiron, Tempest Knives: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 645)
Scott Baldwin
Knife Tuber Extraordinaire from Choirboyz Outdoors
Choirboyz Outdoors
Episode: Scab, Choirboyz Cutlery Outdoors!!: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 643)
Tomas Alas
Knife tube and knife gram phenom, known for product reviews and martial arts demonstrations
The Tactical Tavern
Episode: Tomas Alas, The Tactical Tavern: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 641)
Paulo Rubio
Martial artist and media producer, known for his instructional content on martial arts and knife training.
Funker Tactical
Episode: Paulo Rubio: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 639)
Jeff Schafer
Cusco knife maker known for custom knives and experience in martial arts.
Schafer Knives
Episode: Jeff Schafer, Schafer Knives: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 635)
Ben Belkin
Founder of Jack Wolf Knives and renowned knife maker, known for slip joint knives and innovative designs
Jack Wolf Knives
Episode: Ben Belkin, Jack Wolf Knives: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 633)
James Williams
Luminary of the Knife Design and Martial Arts World; serves in the U.S. Army
Episode: James Williams: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 631)
L.T. Wright
Owner and knife maker at L.T. Wright Knives
L.T. Wright Knives
Episode: L.T. Wright, L.T. Wright Knives: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 629)

Host

Bob DeMarco
Host of discussions on knife culture, reviews, and interviews with experts in knife making and martial arts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • This podcast, any and every episode, will make you a better person. Try it!

    I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for (and also recommend) Episode 391 with Michael Jarvis of Auxiliary Manufacturing. As a new maker, listening to the two of you talk about freehand grinding vs. using a jig and the idea of using every tool at your disposal, was the single best piece of advice I have received in my few short months of trying to find my way in this new world. Encouraging everyone to do their own thing and not try to be like others really helped me out. It helpe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billyh6088
    United States3 years ago
  • Nonsense

    You can’t make a list of best USA made blades without Medford considering they’re the best. Why even say the words cold steel?! Garbage from the 80s! Nonsense.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Puro Trash
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Podcast... looking forward to it every week

    Bob has a great thing going on. Has the best guest speaker list and is very friendly on his approach. One of my favorite podcasts on knives...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ALllT13
    United States6 years ago
  • All about knives.

    It’s fun, informative and very listenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flat-tracker
    Australia7 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Friendly, Informative and to the point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mich Rap
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast is praised for its focus on practical advice regarding knife choices and care, helping both newcomers and experienced collectors.
Listeners appreciate the informative and amusing nature of the content, often highlighting the engaging discussions with guests.
The interaction with the audience through comments and listener calls is commendable, creating a community feel.

Chart Rankings

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

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#195
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#182
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#228
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Calvin Richardson, Custom Knife Maker and Designer: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 647)
Q: What's your design process like for custom knives?
Calvin starts by sketching the knife to scale, transfers the design to steel using layout die, and then conducts all grinding freehand to achieve the desired balance and edge geometry.
Calvin Richardson, Custom Knife Maker and Designer: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 647)
Q: What inspired the design of the Steadfast knife?
Calvin Richardson was inspired by the need to fill a market niche for combat utility knives and wanted to create something that improved on the capabilities of the K-Bar.
K.C. Spiron, Tempest Knives: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 645)
Q: What has changed in the knife industry during the last few years?
There's been an explosion in knife popularity driven by trends such as fidgety mechanisms and a shift towards collecting knives for both utility and enjoyment.
K.C. Spiron, Tempest Knives: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 645)
Q: What inspired the design of the Tornado?
KC wanted to create a small knife based on a clip point design, with inspirations drawn from his need for a compact and functional tool.
Scab, Choirboyz Cutlery Outdoors!!: The Knife Junkie Podcast (Episode 643)
Q: Do you ever think of making knives yourself?
Part of me wants to learn how to make them, but I love doing what I'm doing, man.

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2. The Bladeology Podcast
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Recent guests on The Knife Junkie Podcast include:

1. Calvin Richardson
2. KC Spiron
3. Scott Baldwin
4. Tomas Alas
5. Paulo Rubio
6. Jeff Schafer
7. Ben Belkin
8. James Williams

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