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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 commentary and influences of social media, as well as conversations with other knifemakers, collectors and notable figures in and around the custom knife world. Music: "noir guitar" by Stevie's Amp Shack, from the Free Music Archive, CC BY 4.0

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Episode 148: Fighters I

2026/02/02

Join us for a discussion about one of our favorite styles of knife: The Fighter! What makes a fighter? What fighters really get us spun up? Give this one a listen and you'll find out. We had so much fun with this, it's going to be a multi-part adventure. Be sure to check our Facebook group for a visual companion to our picks for this fun episode. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Tyler Holden

2026/01/19

Our buddy Tyler Holden sat down with us to talk about his life and his collecting journey. Tyler brings an interesting perspective that we think you'll find insightful. Like many, his interests have evolved over the years and you eventually find your niche and your people. Give it a listen when you have a moment, and we hope you find it as enjoyable as we did when we recorded together. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Season 9 Kickoff

2026/01/05

It's the start of Season 9 for Mark of the Maker so we look back a bit at 2025, talk about some challenges we all faced and then look forward to 2026 and our goals for the new year. 2025 was kind of a rollercoaster! We dig into shows, touch on trends, and chat about plans for where we all plan to be this year. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

2025 Holiday Picks

2025/12/22

We wind out the last of Season 8 with a Holiday Picks episode, as we often do. Four categories, three picks each, and lots of laughs as well as some amazing knives to check out. Some are stinkers, some are gems but all will likely make you say "oh yeahhhh" or "oh no..." Hope you have as much fun listening to this one as we did recording it. Thanks for riding with us for another season, stay tuned for more in Season 9! Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

What are you listening to?

2025/12/08

If there's one thing that knifemakers consume faster than candy or gas station burritos, it's audio content. Many like music, others prefer to fill their earholes with audiobooks or podcasts. This time we nerd out over audiobook selections as well as a few podcasts to the guys are enjoying and use as a tool to help stay focused on their work in the shop. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Rob Baptie

2025/11/24

Our buddy "Farmer" Rob Baptie of The HateDust Project found a few minutes to sit with us and chat about his knife collecting journey, the origins of the project and its evolution. Rob and his wife Andrea have generated over $2.5 million in charitable funding for a huge array of causes over the last 10+ years. If there's one thing we're even bigger fans of than knives, it's people being good to other people, so it was high time for Rob to join us and reminisce for a minute. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Blade West 2025 Recap

2025/11/10

Mark and Sean sit with Tom to hear about his experience at Blade Show West 2025. Pretty eventful weekend for Tom, winning Best MAC Knife and some cool stuff that he brought home with him. Join us to hear more about the show and whether you may want to add it to your schedule next year. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Halloween Monster Picks

2025/10/27

For this year's Halloween episode, we put together a picks episode about what you'd use to battle a monster (or monsters!) from the movie of your choice. As usual, we each went in a little different direction with our picks but we have a great time doing so. We'll share photos or links to our picks in the Mark of the Maker Facebook Group. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Isaac at Springfield EDC

2025/10/13

We sit down with Isaac Roesler to learn more about his adventure in starting a knife and EDC shop in Springfield, Missouri. Springfield EDC has been around for a few years now and Isaac shares some insight into what it took to get this business rolling and what it's like trying to launch a brick & mortar knife shop today. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Three Card Monte

2025/09/29

We managed to get the whole crew back together for a picks episode, each finding three knives with "wildcard" as the only rule. Some of us made predictable picks, but some took the wildcard assignment seriously and colored far outside their usual lines. Super fun one and some gems we found, so watch our FB group or have your search engine warmed up! Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Giant Mouse Jubilee Wrap-Up

2025/09/14

Mark and Sean recap their participation in the Giant Mouse Grand Opening and 10 Year Jubilee. We talk about the event and share some clips from discussions with some friends at the event. It was a great time, the folks at GMK know how to host a fine party. Big thanks to the GMK team for providing us a space at the Jubilee and for the hospitality! Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

PNWCI 2025 Recap

2025/09/01

Mark, Tom and Sean recap the 2025 Pacific Northwest Custom Invitational show. Mark and Tom recorded a bunch of clips from the show floor so this one's got lots of great interviews and fun stuff inside. It's a great show, be sure to check it out next year! Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mike Moran

2025/08/18

Traditional pocketknife maker Mike Moran joins us to talk about his work, about moving a shop across the country, and about his podcast and knife show he's hosting. We had a fun chat, and covered lots of territory. Give it a listen to learn more about this great maker. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mike Franklin Pt.2

2025/08/04

Here's Part 2 of Sean's interview with his friend and mentor, Mike Franklin of HAWG Knives. Such a great conversation, this one digs deep into the world of knifemaking and Mike's position at the center of a seemingly innumerable number of critical points along the path of tactical knives and their emergence on the scene. Sit back and enjoy more of Mike's story and his incredibly interesting journey. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mike Franklin Pt.1

2025/07/21

This time around we bring you Part 1 of Sean's interview with his friend and mentor, Mike Franklin of HAWG Knives. Mike shares some great stories from the earlier part of his life and his own personal journey. Super interesting insights and Mike is a great storyteller. Give it a listen, this is a special one for Sean. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

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4.9 out of 5

243 reviews

★★★★★

billyh6088 2023/02/27

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

★★★★★

Chris98SP 2022/07/27

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 e...

★★★★★

Dmeester92 2022/03/14

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?! ...

★★★★★

Abn.medic 2022/02/27

Listener

GREAT podcast! A regular conversation among knife enthusiast that are knowledgable and experienced. Great guests and history that always amazes me wit...

★★★★★

JESweetJ 2022/02/14

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 an...

★★★★★

Lathem 2021/03/15

The Best of the Knife Podcasts

No drama, no fads, no nonsense. The four hosts have been around the block once or twice (or more), and they know what they’re talking about. With that...

★★★★★

waccamawscout 2020/08/19

Great podcast

Love the podcast with all the knowledge and entertainment l’m always looking forward to the new podcast release

★★★★★

Calvin S. Wolfe 2020/08/18

One of the best

This podcast truly kicks butt! I’ve been listening for a long time, these guys are a fun, interesting, and addictive group. Production quality is am...

★★★★★

Bryan Absher 2020/03/12

Good Stuff

Having a blast listening and learning! I’ll have a hard time not acting like I’m best friends with you all when/if we ever meet in person! Keep on t...

★★★★★

Mar7y6 2019/07/03

The perfect podcast about Knives / knifemaking

I just finished episode 9 and I have enjoyed all of them so far. Very fun podcast filled with interesting historical facts on knives and makers. Thu...

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