Keith Seidel

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Keith Seidel

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Feb 23, 2023

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In this episode, we visit with Keith Seidel who owns Seidel's Saddlery in downtown Cody, Wyoming. Keith has a long history in the custom saddle industry and we we enjoyed getting the oppurtunity to hear his story on our show. Be sure to visit his website www.seidelsaddlery.com or check him out on Instagram and Facebook.

Released:

Feb 23, 2023

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A show focused on the trade skills that have almost been lost to history and the male and female Craftsmen that keep them alive. I am Don Gonzales, a full time saddle maker of 15 years, and I dive into the world of "supposed" forgotten skills and trades.

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Kris Pope with Coyote Trapping School: In this episode, we take a look at the fur market with Kris Pope. Kris is a professional trapper and educator as well as a leather craftsman. I enjoyed visiting with him about the ins and outs of the fur market and how it led him into the... by Lost Trade
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Dustin Lauw with Duck's Heritage Custom Boots: Our first boot maker is on the podcast and its Dustin Lauw from Salado, TX with Duck's Heritage Custom Boots. Listen to see how a fourth generation leather worker niched down his craft and focused on mastering the skill of making custom cowboy boots.... by Lost Trade
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Nancy Martiny with Martiny Saddle Co.: In this episode we interview Nancy Martiny who owns and operates Martiny Saddle Co. in Idaho. I loved this interview and getting to know Nancy. She has a really cool story and tells us all about working with Dale Harwood and her history as a... by Lost Trade
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Scott Slusher Photography: I really enjoyed interviewing this artist and craftsman. Scott Slusher is a fantastic photographer who's passion is photographing cowboys and the western lifestyle. Hear how this freelance photographer brings a special type of... by Lost Trade
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Dusty Smith with WYO Custom Saddles and Trees: In this episode of Lost Trade, we interview Dusty Smith with WYO Custom Saddles and Trees in Buffalo, WY. Dusty is a custom saddle maker as well as a highly skilled custom saddle tree maker. We visit with him about his journey into the trade of... by Lost Trade
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Jeremiah Watt: In this episode we hear from Jeremiah Watt on saddle making, bit making, hardware design, and how he uses a bicycle to tour the world and our different cultures. Jeremiah is a big name in the western gear industry and many know and admire his... by Lost Trade
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Jeff Payne Bits and Spurs: This interview is with a great friend and fellow craftsman Jeff Payne. Jeff is a bit and spur maker from Glen Rose, TX. He has been equipping horses and cowboys with his bits and spurs for over 30 years. Hear how he got started in... by Lost Trade
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Big Sky Mohair Cinches: In this episode, I sit down with Dana and Tracy Eklund to visit about their business Big Sky Mohair Cinches. We talk about how they got into the world of mohair and tying cinches, how they grew the business, and what their plans are for the... by Lost Trade
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Bruce Johnson: Bruce is a Veterinarian and Leather Craftsman that found his true passion in refurbishing and preserving the tools of history. Many of you already know Bruce and may have purchased some tools from him already. If you don't know about him, be sure to... by Lost Trade
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135 min listen

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64 min listen
Jim Linnell with Elk Tracks Studio: In this episode, we visit with Jim Linnell who owns and operates Elk Tracks Studio. Jim has been a well known name in the leather craft community for 40 years or more. If you are interested in learning leather craft, then Jim is a figure... by Lost Trade
131 min listen
David Bond with Lucky B Design: In this episode we sit down with David Bond who owns Lucky B Design. David is a Traditional Sign Writer originally from ranching country in California and now resides in Waco, TX. I really enjoyed this interview and I think you will as well.... by Lost Trade
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