Edge & Flow Podcast
TJ Schwarz & Lucas Burnley
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2025 Wrapped
Lucas and TJ reflected on their first year in their new shop, discussing their transition from a garage setup to a mature production company and highlighting their progress with various manufacturing…
Fire Drill
In this meeting, TJ and Lucas discussed a recent fire incident at a nearby bar and the importance of having business insurance, which TJ confirmed was in place for his shop. They reviewed their…
Value Proposition
Lucas shared his hunting experiences and reflections on gear reliability, while comparing hunting to his work as a knife maker. TJ discussed fixture upgrades for knife models and manufacturing…
Folding Knife Development
TJ and Lucas discussed TJ's journey in knife manufacturing, including his transition from fixed blades to folders and the challenges of prototype production and scaling operations. They explored…
Fixing Machines and Choosing Air Compressors
In this meeting, TJ and Lucas discussed their experiences at the Blade Show West and Lucas's plans to refocus on custom folders, while also addressing machine maintenance issues and tool life…
Financial Structures of Knife Companies
Lucas and TJ discussed the upcoming Blade Show West and its unique characteristics compared to other knife shows, emphasizing its value for newer collectors and employees seeking firsthand customer…
Fish Camp
Lucas and TJ discuss a Worksharp sponsored salmon fishing trip and the importance of spending time with colleagues outside of a work environment.
Ernest Emerson
Ernest Emerson shares his journey from martial arts enthusiast to renowned knife maker, detailing how his upbringing in Wisconsin, passion for functionality, and chance encounters with Navy SEALs…
Burnout
The episode began with Lucas sharing his experience with burnout and his efforts to develop better self-care routines and work patterns, including using tools like ChatGPT to map out his workflow.…
Coastal Adventures (PNWCI)
Lucas and TJ return from a podcast hiatus. This episode is a recap of Pacific Northwest Custom Invitational as well as shop happenings over the last few months.
Tying Up Loose Ends
Neither Luc nor TJ are attending Blade Show 2025. This was a big decision and made for good discussion.
Tarrifs
Trade wars disrupting the knife industry and artificial intelligence fixing machines.
Bevel Grinding Wins
Luc returns from Blade Show Texas and has a new machine on the way. TJ has a big bevel grinding breakthrough.
Just In Time Manufacturing
Luc and TJ discuss the merits of "just in time" manufacturing.
Know Yourself
Lucas announces his investment property purchase and plans to replace his Haas. The conversation migrates to philosophy and the things that motivate different creative minds.
Delegation
Luc and TJ discuss business trajectory after Luc toured the Good Art facility over the holidays.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=87729999
2024 Year End Review
It was a huge year of struggle, learning, and growth for Luc, TJ, and friends of the podcast.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=87729999
Crucible Financial Troubles
The X9 is Reeve grinding. Crucible (CPM) has announced the potential for a closure.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=87729999
Machines Down
Both TJ and Luc have a machine down. Discussion about healthy growth later ensues.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=87729999
Dinner and Knives
Luc recaps the dinner and trunk show he put on in San Jose. The Syil X9 has almost landed at the Schwarz shop.Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=87729999
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Edge & Flow Podcast has published 99 episodes since June 2022, covering topics in Arts, Business.
Edge & Flow Podcast is currently declining with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 3m.
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