In this episode, Truth talks with Terry Shanks – a renowned bladesmith and purveyor of nefarious wares from Ft. Worth, Texas... The two discuss Terry’s background,  the processes involved in handcrafting / forging  knives and other street weaponry, the importance and coolness of handmade art and craftsmanship, finding inspiration, not being able to work for other people, paying dues, the polarization of the country, music, choppers / motorcycles, learning how to run a business, personal freedom, and more!   For more info: IG: @terryshanks   As always, please hit the subscribe button if you like and support what we do! You'll get early access to new episodes! Also please leave a review! Follow us on IG: @bigtruth For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com   The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: - Manscaped (IG: @manscaped / www.mandscaped.com) – use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order and free shipping!! - Law Tigers (IG: @lawtigers / www.lawtigers/com) - Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) - Chopcult (IG: @chopcult / www.chopcult.com) - Omerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order! - Pitchfork (IG: @pitchforkny / www.pitchforkny.com) - Full Speed Ahead (IG: @fullspeedaheadshow / www.fullspeedaheadshow.com)