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The Josh Smith Show

Josh Smithwww.buzzsprout.com
Listen along as Josh Smith, CEO of Montana Knife Company, talks to some of the most interesting people that he meets. Conversations vary from fellow business owners, politicians, hunters, and anyone else Josh finds interesting. If you enjoy the show, please share it with friends and make sure to subscribe.
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Episodes

JORDAN JONAS – WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, ALONE, AND GROWING UP IN IDAHO – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 38

Guest : Jordan Jonas Instagram : @hobojordo Jordan won season 6 of History Channel's Alone show, spending 77 days in the Arctic while also successfully hunting a bull moose, a wolverine, dozens of rabbits, squirrels, grouse and numerous fish. They dive into what it takes to survive Alone, as well as how he became so adaptable in the outdoors. Enjoy the episode! Want more information about Montana Knife Company? https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/

Nov 13, 20231 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 38

BRETT BENTON - GUIDE FOR EATING BEAR MEAT - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 37

GUEST: Brett Benton Instagram : @brettbenton_ The Campfire Fund Instagram: @thecapfirefund Brett Benton returns to talk everything BEAR MEAT, why it's his all time favorite meat, and different ways to prepare it. While some shy away from bear meat, Brett does everything he can to make sure that bear is a staple in his household. Brett and Josh talk the dangers of bear meat when not prepared correctly, recipes, and why bear can be some of the best tasting meat. Enjoy the episode! Want more inform...

Nov 06, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 37

TOMMY MEREDITH – TRAINING K9's & FLYING BLACKHAWK HELICOPTERS – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 36

GUEST: Tommy Meredith https://www.dirtybandanaworkingdogs.com/ Tommy is a professional pilot and a combat veteran with almost 15 years of military service. He flies Blackhawk helicopters for the Montana Army National Guard as a Maintenance Test Pilot and Operations Officer. When he is not flying broken helicopters, Tommy enjoys training with working K9’s, focusing largely on the disciplines of protection, competition obedience, and tracking/trailing. He competes in PSA with his two K9’s Hans and...

Oct 30, 20232 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 36

ANDREW OLIVER pt.2 – REDEFINING THE AMERICAN DREAM – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 35

GUEST: Andrew Oliver IG: @adrwolvr Andrew and Josh discuss what it means to build the American Dream in Montana, and what success means to them. Part 2 with Andrew Oliver, a native Montanan, MKC’s Chief Operating Officer, Army Veteran, and former Amazon operations expert, talks with Josh about growing up, combat, and making the hard choices with family and service. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.faceb...

Oct 23, 20231 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 35

ANDREW OLIVER - FIREFIGHTS AND NAVIGATING MARRIAGE AS AN ARMY RANGER – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW – EP: 34

GUEST: Andrew Oliver IG: @adrwolvr Part 1 with Andrew Oliver, a native Montanan, MKC’s Chief Operating Officer, Army Veteran, and former Amazon operations expert, talks with Josh about growing up, combat, and making the hard choices with family and service. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/MontanaKnifeCo #montanaknifecompany #madeinamerica

Oct 16, 20231 hr 52 min

JAMES MARTISHIUS - MOTORBIKE WRECKS, ELECTROCUTION, AND MOVIE SETS. THE JOSH SMITH SHOW – EP: 33

GUEST: James Martishius James Martishius is known for his work on Iron Man 3 (2013), The Black Phone (2021) and Scream (2022). But more than that, he's an amazing individual who's overcame more hurdles than most and has kept a great attitude along the way. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/MontanaKnifeCo #montanaknifecompany #madeinamerica

Oct 09, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 33

GREG PUTNAM – BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS THROUGH CATTLE – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 32

GUEST: Greg Putnam WEBSITE: www.littlebeltcattleco.com INSTAGRAM: @littlebeltcattleco Little Belt Cattle Company is a family owned and operated American brand founded by combat veterans. They care about raising high quality beef that improves the land we all love in the process. Nestled into the foothills of the Little Belt Mountains, Little Belt Ranch consists of over 20,000 contiguous managed acres with tremendous history, strong watersheds, and impressive game. Sharing a 5 mile border with mi...

Oct 02, 20232 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 32

FRANCESCA RITCHIE w/ TETON LEATHER – THERAPY THROUGH WORK – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 31

GUEST : Francesca Ritchie INSTAGRAM: @francescathemaker @tetonleathercompany WEBSITE: www.tetonleather.com Francesca is an avid outdoorswoman, from gardening, hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, to snowboarding in the winter or surfing, she loves the outdoors and nature. "When I'm not working on leather and designing... I'm outside doing something that is inspiring me to go back home and work on leather and design. It's this cycle that I go through and it's very fulfilling. We spend time outside ...

Sep 25, 20231 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 31

HARVEY DEAN - THE JOURNEY TO BECOMING A MASTER BLADESMITH – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 30

GUEST : Harvey Dean Harvey has been handcrafting knives since 1981 and began hand-forging blades in 1986. As a member of the American Bladesmith Society he received his Mastersmith rating in 1992. In the summer of 2004, Harvey was selected to serve on the American Bladesmith Society Board and served as Chairman of the Board from 2015 through 2019. In 2007 Harvey was honored to be selected as one of twenty-five knife makers to exhibit at the Art Knife Invitational. Harvey shares his knife making ...

Sep 18, 20231 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 30

MICAH FINK – CEO OF HEROES AND HORSES, HELPING VETS HELP THEMSELVES – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 29

GUEST : Micah Fink INSTAGRAM: @heroesandhorses WEBSITE: www.heroesandhorses.org YOUTUBE: Heroes and Horses Micah Fink is the CEO and Founder of Heroes and Horses. Heroes and Horses provides a 360-degree model of experiences necessary to create the environment for this shift to happen. Today, solutions are failing and that is an undeniable fact. We need to rethink human development to focus on the total human, redefine success, and reject perpetual institutional failures. This is a short film of ...

Sep 11, 20232 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 29

RYAN WATSON CMO of MTNTOUGH FITNESS - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 28

GUEST : Ryan Watson INSTAGRAM: @ryanunderbigsky @mtntough_fitness YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@mtntoughfitnesslab Ryan Watson, MTNTOUGH’s new Chief Marketing Officer, was born and raised in Missoula, Montana, on a steady diet of hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. An avid martial artist, Watson has competed nationally in Olympic-style Taekwondo in high school and as a college athlete at the University of Montana. Prior to his new role, Watson served as Director of Growth Marketing and Marke...

Sep 04, 20231 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 28

SANKEY PRO RODEO & PHENOM GENETICS - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP: 27

GUEST : Wade Sankey and Matt Scharping INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK: @sankeyprorodeo – @phenomgenetics YOUTUBE: @sankeyprorodeoandphenomgen4535 TIKTOK: @sankeyprorodeo Sankey Pro Rodeo raises world class bucking horses in Joliet MT. Started by Ike Sankey in the ‘70s now with over 40 years of bucking horse genetics it is owned by Wade Sankey and Matt Scharping. Headlining their set of horses is current World Champion Saddle Bronc hose The Black Tie! Phenom Genetics founded in 2007 by Matt Scharping in ...

Aug 28, 20231 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 27

TIM MONTANA – BIG SKY TO BIG CITY – THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP : 26

GUEST : Tim Montana INSTAGRAM: @timmontana WEBSITE: timmontana.com Raised in the wilds near Butte, Montana, Tim Montana (yes, it’s his real name), entered the world as an off-the-grid thrill-seeker. He and his buddies would take to the nearby mountains to fish, hunt and raise hell as an escape from their rustic home lives — Montana grew up without electricity. Soon, however, he sought out a different high: the kind that only comes from performing live music. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https:...

Aug 21, 20231 hr 23 minSeason 1Ep. 26

MASTER BLADESMITH x MASTER ARCHER - JOHN DUDLEY - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW - EP : 25

GUEST : John Dudley INSTAGRAM: @nockontv WEBSITE: nockonarchery.com John Dudley is a leading professional archery and one of the highest respected archery coaches worldwide. He was introduced to archery over 30 years ago as a way to harvest organic wild game for his family. He is the face of Nock On Archery and runs the business with his wife Sharon. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/Montana...

Aug 14, 20231 hr 39 minSeason 1Ep. 25

THE ART OF TAXIDERMY W/ JOHN HAYES - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW - EP : 24

GUEST : John Hayes INSTAGRAM: @hayestaxidermystudio John Hayes sits down with Josh to discuss the art behind taxidermy. He's been practicing professionally for 22 years, and owns Hayes Taxidermy in Libby, Montana. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/MontanaKnifeCo #montanaknifecompany #madeinamerica #Taxidermy

Aug 07, 20231 hr 15 min

REMI WARREN - MAKING A LIFETIME CAREER OUT OF HUNTING

GUEST : Remi Warren INSTAGRAM: @remiwarren Remi sits down with Josh to discuss how he started guiding, and how he's made a career out of hunting. He is a TV host, husband, dad, hunter, guide, writer, video game character, and nomad. Living off wild meat & documenting his trips with a camera #livewildhunthard FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/MontanaKnifeCo #montanaknifecompany #madeiname...

Jul 31, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 23

HOW TO MARKET LIKE YETI w/ ANDREW JONES - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW - EP : 22

GUEST : Andrew Jones INSTAGRAM: @somecallmejoe @YETI Andrew works for YETI as the Community Marketing Manager. He sits down with Josh for a deep dive into what his job entails and what lead him to pursuing his passions. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/MontanaKnifeCo #montanaknifecompany #madeinamerica #yeti

Jul 24, 20231 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 22

THE NOSLER CREW - AMMUNITION & HOW NOSLER WAS STARTED 75 YEARS AGO - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP : 021

GUEST : John & Madi Woodward INSTAGRAM: @NOSLERINC @MADIIIWOODWARD Nosler, Inc. is an American manufacturing company based in Bend, Oregon, known for producing ammunition and handloading components and specializing in high-performance hollow-point and soft-point hunting bullets. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanaknifecompany/ https://www.facebook.com/MontanaKnifeCo #montanaknifecompany #madeinamerica #bullet #guns...

Jul 17, 20231 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 21

BERT SORIN - WINTERSTRONG AND PERSONAL GROWTH - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW EP : 20

GUEST : BERT SORIN INSTAGRAM: @bertsorin @sorinex @sorinex_outdoors Bert is currently the President and Co-Owner of Sorinex Exercise Equipment, a very successful family run business founded by his father, another big name in the iron game, Richard Sorin. Bert pushes each day to find the best in people, and to assist in their exploration of their potential and maximize their value to the cause. FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY : https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montanakn...

Jul 10, 20231 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 20

NICK MERRICK - GREEN BERET RACING - THE JOSH SMITH PODCAST EP : 19

GUEST : Nick Merrick Instagram: @green_beret_racing_ Nick claims Colorado Springs as home and is a member of 10th Special Forces Group. Nick's passion and drive show in his daily desire to push Green Beret Racing forward. He has a passion to see GBs finish both life and races in the best place they can. He believes that competition is the best way to get those hurting in our Regiment back on their feet and back into the day-to-day fight we all assume. Nick competes in both dirt bike racing and U...

Jul 03, 20231 hr 44 minSeason 1Ep. 19

DANNY BOLTON - SHARPEN YOUR TUSKS - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW : EP : 18

Danny Bolton is truly a Jack of All Trades, but to say he's a master of none would be misleading. He is an athlete, bow hunter, fisherman, spear fisherman, diver, skateboarder, BMX rider, surfer, cook, off road driving instructor, knife maker, and that is only to name a few. Danny grew up in Hawaii and now travels around the world connecting with great humans, setting out on epic adventures, and at the end of the day is an amazing dad. Josh and Danny sit down for an in depth conversation about l...

Jun 26, 20231 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 18

PREPARED - MIKE GLOVER - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW : EP : 17

Mike Glover is a former US Army Special Forces member renowned for his expertise in tactical training and preparedness. With a commanding presence and sharp intellect, he passionately shares his knowledge with Josh through engaging teaching methods. Through his company, Field Craft Survival, he offers comprehensive training programs and resources for military personnel and civilians, empowering them to enhance their personal security and resilience. Glover is a respected authority in the field, ...

Jun 19, 20232 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 17

THE GREAT DEPRESSION AND OVERCOMING HARDSHIP - GEROME WEINAND - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW - EP : 16

Gerome has been making knives since 1982. Born in the middle of the Great Depression, grit and hard work are ingrained in Gerome. Following a career in the construction industry, Gerome has taught himself much of the skills necessary to build quality custom knives. He is a founding member of the Montana Knifemakers Association, and his advice has been sought by numerous knifemakers from around the country. Want more information about Montana Knife Company? https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ ht...

Jun 12, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 16

GRIZZLY, WOLF, AND ANIMAL MANAGEMENT - Host of SKULL BOUND TV - JANA WALLER

Jana Waller is a well-known outdoor enthusiast, hunter, and television personality. She is best known for her network TV show Skull Bound, and her digital series Skull Bound Chronicles now exclusively on CarbonTV. Jana founded the Skull Bound brand, which encompasses a hunting lifestyle, conservation, and showcasing the beauty of wildlife through skull artistry. On "Skull Bound TV," Jana Waller shares her hunting adventures, focusing on ethical and fair chase hunting practices. The show also hig...

Jun 05, 20231 hr 51 minSeason 1Ep. 15

GIRLS, GUNS, AND GRIZZLY BEAR ENCOUNTERS - Laura Zerra, Brooke Bartleson, and Heather Lynn

Crazy stories and fun convo with these 3 badasses on this weeks episode. -Laura Zerra is an American survivalist, adventurer, and television personality known for her appearances on outdoor and survivalist shows. She gained recognition as a contestant on the reality TV series "Naked and Afraid". Laura has demonstrated her survival skills and knowledge of the wilderness in various challenging environments. Her expertise in primitive skills, bush-craft, and survival techniques ha...

May 29, 20231 hr 43 minSeason 1Ep. 14

BRETT BENTON - Bears, Hill Country Blues, & Men's Mental Health - The Josh Smith Show - EP. 013

Alabama-born and Southern-raised, Brett Benton is a husband, bear hunter, and musician who has been obsessed with country blues ever since he was a child. Known for his fierce rhythmic finger picking, melodic slide guitar and booming voice. His passion for music and the loss of a good friend, fueled the start of the nonprofit @thecampfirefund that raises money to support men’s mental health. Now living out West, he has also been involved in the outdoor industry for the past few years, including ...

May 22, 20231 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Jordan Leitsch - GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY AND KIDS WITH HUNTING - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW - EP : 010

Jordan Leitsch is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Program Charity Coordinator for Ravin Crossbows. Jordan has taken point on making sure efforts to support organizations like Helicopters for Heroes, Boot Campaign, and the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation make a real difference. Jordan’s job is to coordinate with beneficiary organizations, assist with hunting excursion logistics so stories can be shared, work fundraising events, and pretty much do whatever’s necessary to keep the support fl...

May 01, 202358 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Will Stelter - POWER HAMMERS, NEW SHOP, AND JOURNEYMAN TESTING - THE JOSH SMITH SHOW - EP : 009

Will Stelter is a skilled knife maker based in the Bozeman, MT. With a passion for metalworking, he has honed his craft over several years and has developed a reputation for creating high-quality, handmade knives that are both beautiful and functional. Will's knives are known for their attention to detail, exceptional sharpness, and the use of high-quality materials. His work has been featured in various knife publications and has gained a dedicated following among collectors and enthusiasts. Wi...

Apr 24, 20231 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 9
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