Ryan Coakley

Hustle and Grind

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**Hustle and Grind** podcast is hosted by Ryan Coakley from Coakley Knife Company and Noah Bloomberg from Entiat River Forge. It's a weekly show where these two custom knifemakers talk about the world of bladesmithing and building a business around it. They cover topics like forging blades, grinding, heat treating, choosing handle materials, marketing and selling knives, handling customers, and the daily effort required to run a small maker business. The conversations stay light-hearted and fun, with plenty of humor, random stories, games they play, and times when the discussion goes in unexpe...

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Ryan Coakley

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Josh Prince 07.07.2026 2:05:08

Ryan and Noah sit down with Josh Prince Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESIGN Thanks to our mo...

Its not all about you bro. 30.06.2026 1:51:04

Ryan is joined by Noah,Jayden and Denis Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESIGN Thanks to our m...

Beating Dead Horses with Micah Dunn 16.06.2026 1:54:39

Ryan and Noah sit down with Micah Dunn from Md edgeworks Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESIGN...

half a 2 man half a 3 man with Bens cuts 09.06.2026 2:19:52

Ryan and Noah are joined halfway through by bens cuts knifeworks Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CA...

Colton Arias 02.06.2026 1:37:03

Ryan and Noah sit down with our homie Colton Arias the Barbell blacksmith. Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROS...

Jeremy from Simple Little Life 26.05.2026 1:24:15

Ryan and Noah sit down with jeremy from simple little life Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESI...

The Fellas 19.05.2026 1:50:52

Ryan and noah sit down with all the bros Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESIGN Thanks to our m...

Lex Rex Custom Knives 12.05.2026 1:23:48

Ryan and Noah sit down with Jordan from Lex Rex Custom knives Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD D...

Sharky 05.05.2026 1:47:59

Ryan and Noah sit down with Kyle from Flying shark Knives Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESIG...

Donny D 28.04.2026 1:27:05

Ryan and Noah sit down with Donny D! Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DESIGN Thanks to our month...

Baltic Blades is back! 21.04.2026 1:10:09

Ryan and a Hangry Noah sit down with Paulie from Baltic Blades Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD...

Ryan and Noah have hot takes 14.04.2026 1:13:49

Just a 2 man yan and Noah shoot the shit and Noah has some controversial opinions Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HID...

Taylor Walker of Walker Knives 07.04.2026 1:17:24

Ryan and Noah sit down with Taylor walker of Walker knives. Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE CAD DES...

Haters and Hot takes with Coy Baker 31.03.2026 1:40:04

Ryan and Noah sit down with Coy Baker the big man behind Baker forge Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.maritimeknifesupply.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER...

James Fleming Blade Texas recap 25.03.2026 1:23:52

This week Ryan and Noah recap Blade Texas with our buddy James Fleming of Wasteland Forge Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.maritimeknifesupply.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Two Basterds Smithy & Supplies on instagram Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES...

This is not curing cancer W/ TH blades 17.03.2026 1:58:29

Ryan and Noah sit down with Todd Harrington from TH Blades Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly supporters JC Stelzer...

Mareko Maumasi 10.03.2026 1:27:14

Ryan and Noah are joined again by the star of the Knife Talk podcast the Artisans of steel podcast and all around legend Mareko Maumasi Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FOR...

Fox River Blades 03.03.2026 1:19:27

Ryan and Noah are joined by Jaden of Fox River Blades Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly supporters JC Stelzer Vande...

The Slacksmith 24.02.2026 1:31:39

Ryan and Noah are joined this week by Jayden Simiski The Slacksmith! Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly supporters J...

Coal Iron 17.02.2026 1:09:05

Ryan and Noah sut down with Francis the General manager of coal iron works Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly suppor...

Austrian Cheese Burger 10.02.2026 1:30:10

This week Ryan and Noah are Joined By Martin Huber Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly supporters JC Stelzer Vanden G...

Tre' from 3rdhillcustoms 03.02.2026 1:15:08

Ryan and Noah sit down with Tre' from 3rdhillcustoms Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly supporters JC Stelzer Vanden...

Walker Knife Company 27.01.2026 1:15:15

**Episode Summary: Walker Knife Co. – Maine-Made Grit** This week we chat with [Guest Name/Taylor Walker] from **Walker Knife Co.**, handcrafting premium river and hunting knives in a small shed in Maine's woods. Born from years as professional river guides, their slim-profile river knives and tough field-tested blades prioritize reliability for whitewater pros, kayakers, hunters, and outdoor enth...

Seth Lopez of Dire Pacific 20.01.2026 1:18:45

Ryan & Noah Talk Shop with Seth Lopez of Dire Pacific Maine knife maker Ryan Coakley and co-host Noah Bloomberg chop it up with Seth Lopez—founder of Dire Pacific. They break down production knife work, building tough tools, shop tricks, materials, and the drive behind gear that lasts. Straight no-BS maker talk on heritage, resilience, and blade innovation. Knife fans and builders: don't miss...

Adam DesRosiers 13.01.2026 1:23:03

This week Ryan and Noah sit down for a chat with Adam DesRosiers Shout out and huge thanks to our sponsors www.ameribrade.com www.pheonixabrasives.com www.bakerforge.com www.evenheat-kiln.com www.texasfarriersupply.com Check out our small business spotlight members KHDAILY KNIVES ROCK SOLID SCALES PELICAN PASTE TIMBER TIGER FORGE HIDDEN ROSE FORGE (CAD FILES} Thanks to our monthly supporters JC S...