The Hatmaker's Podcast - 'Beyond the Brim'

In this episode of the Hat makers Podcast I connect  with Genis Whylan from WhyHats from Valencia, Spain. We hear about a chance meeting with a vagabond hat maker in Ibiza that sparked a fire in him and caused him to take a gamble on a chasing his passion and build a business that has seen him travel the world making hats and forming special relationships. We hear how his rock'n roll lifestyle...

In this episode of the Hat makers Podcast I sit down with Myia from GetOutside Co. from the south east coast of Australia We speak about how she got involved in hat making, what its like to work in shared workspace, building her brand through her local community, as well what tools she uses to make her hats including a very cool formillion and conformateur. I'm your host BamBam, welcome to Bey...

In this episode of the Hatmakers Podcast I sit down with Ryan from Trovador customs in Austin Texas. We speak about his hat making journey and how it started for him, what his inspirations are as well as get a tour of his amazing retail/workspace that he has created to build a community of like minded artists. I'm your host BamBam, welcome to Beyond the Brim.

On this episode of the hat makers podcast were chatting with Jessi Lloyd from the Grey Collective. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Jessi has been making hats for over 6 years.   A creative by nature, Jessi is a self confessed 'jack of all trades' who not only makes hats, but also does her own leatherwork, makes her own sweatbands, and is a silversmith of beautiful hat pendants In this ep...

On this episode of The Hat Maker's Podcast we're chatting with Austin Zito from Zito Hat Co. Based in Encinitas, California, Austin is a skateboarder and motorcycle enthusiast, who has been making hats for over 8 years.   Currently expanding and relocating his hat shop to larger premises, Austin is committed to making hats of the highest quality while curating the perfect custom hat fittin...

On this episode of The Hat Maker's Podcast we're chatting with Canadian hat maker, Jaxon Howell. A woodworker and photographer by trade, Jaxon found hat making over 4 years ago and has since transitioned from his other businesses to become a full time hatter. Based in Vancouver, Canada, Jaxon has built his business through word of mouth, by producing high quality custom made hats with exce...

On this episode of the Hat Makers Podcast we're chatting with Willee Roberts from Hampui Hats. Based out of San Francisco, California, Willee’s hat making journey began with a pilgrimage to South America. From sitting along side traditional Bolivian hatters, to working for the Goorin Brothers Hat Co, from learning the craft for himself to now working with furriers to create the highest quality...

On this episode of the Hat Makers Podcast we're chatting with Jordan McCarthy from McCarthy's Hat Company. Based out of Fairbanks Alaska, Jordan is relatively new to the hat making world, having only begun her journey in April this year. In 6 short months she has collected an assortment of tools, taught herself to make hats from Youtube, Tik Tok and Instagram videos, and has gone on to cre...

On this episode of The Hat Maker's Podcast we’re chatting with Chris Morris from Mr. Legbas. Based on the East Coast of Australia, Chris has been making hats for almost 16 years. From humble beginnings making his own felt, to now supplying premium hat bodies, Chris has mastered the art and craft by doing the hard yards, learning his trade from the ground up. Combining his skill in leatherwork,...

On this episode of The Hat Maker's Podcast, we're chatting with John Fish from This is Folklore. Based out of Portland, Oregon, John has been making hats for over 8 years. John’s dedication to the history of hat making has resulted in a collection of vintage machines and an obsession in refining his art and craft. Using traditional techniques, and attention to the subtleties in shapes and style, J...

On this episode of the Hat Maker's Podcast were chatting with Jay Mitchell from Coup de Tete. Based out of Toronto, Canada, Jay has been making hats for over 10 years. His signature high crown wide brim hats, rooted in western styles and infused with a healthy dose of rock and roll, have inspired hat lovers and hat makers alike. Refining his craft over the last decade, Jay is taking his brand...

On this episode of the Hat Maker's Podcast we’re chatting with Lil Grizz from Hats by Grizz. Based out of New Almelo, Kansas, Grizz has been making and shaping hats for over 50 years. With a deep love of hats and respect for American history, Grizz makes his hats using no electricity, using only vintage tools, and old school techniques. With the help of his wife, Grizz has documented much of his w...

On this episode of The Hat Maker's podcast we're chatting with Braeden from Paterson Hat Company. Based on Vancouver Island, Canada, Braeden has been making hats for over 8 years. Bringing classic traditional shapes into the modern day, Braeden’s goal is to marry style and function to create a great looking hat that can go to work. Using beaver felt and palm leaf hat bodies, Braeden’s clean, flowi...

On this episode of The Hat Makers Podcast we're chatting with Paul from Paul Ventress Bespoke Hatters. Based out of York, England, Paul has been making hats for over 12 years. His iconic tricorn pirate hats and Johnny Depp style fedoras have been long time favourites of hat enthusiasts around the world, and his signature style distressing techniques are second to none. In this interview Paul g...

On this episode of The Hat Makers Podcast were chatting with Mar Calvo from Calvo Hats. Based on the beautiful island of Ibiza, Mar creates one of a kind, hand crafted hats for her clients from all around the world. Using predominantly wool felt hat bodies, Mar has taught herself the art of hatmaking and has refined her craft to create her unique brand of hats which she describes as; approachable,...

On this episode of The Hatmakers Podcast, we're chatting with Darryll from Hat Blocks Australia. A second generation hat block maker based in the Adelaide Hills of South Australia, Darryll makes and supplies hand crafted timber hat blocks to hatters and milliners from around the world. Working with a selection of high grade timber and simple hand & power tools, Darryll makes the shapes and...

In this episode of The Hatmakers Podcast we're chatting with Matt Kitto from Sierra and South. Matt is a hat maker based out of London in the UK. A professional musician by trade, Matt has branched out into the world of hat making and draws from a wide range of influences from Western Couture to high end fashion. His attention to detail and use of high quality materials results in his beautifully...

In this episode of The Hatmakers Podcast we're chatting with Meg from Mad Patti Hat Co. Based out of Maine in North Eastern USA, Meg has been making hats since 2017 and specialises in custom made and ready to wear fur felt fedoras. Balancing attention to detail with the concept of 'Wabi Sabi', Meg continues to be an example of what it means to refine one's craft while being open to...

In this episode of The Hatmakers Podcast we're chatting with Damien from Haberdash Hats. Based out of San Diego, California, Damien's hats have caught the eye of many admirers from around the world. With a thriving Instagram following, an actual bricks and mortar store, and instagram reels boasting more that 6.5M views, stay tuned to hear the story behind the brand, and get an insight into...

Welcome to the Tea Party! In the first episode of The Hat Maker's Podcast we'll be chatting to Dave from BXMBXM, a hat maker from Bondi, Sydney, Australia and we'll hear all about how he got started making hats, what his creative process is like, who he has been making hats for and what he is up to next! Check out Dave's work at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisbxmbxm/ W...