Podcast

The Josh Smith Show

Business, Entrepreneurship

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.

Episodes
151
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 30 min
On air since
2021
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

151 episodes, newest first

  1. Steven Mcbee - Farmer, Rancher, and TV Star - EP 127

    Show notes

    This week our guest is Steven Mcbee. Steven is an American farmer & rancher, helicopter pilot, and entrepreneur. He also stars in TheMcBeeDynasty on Bravo & Peacock.

    1 hr 16 min
  2. Dylan Truesdale - Army Ranger 100 Miles for $100k - EP 126

    Show notes

    Dylan served in the military as Army Ranger with the 3rd Ranger Battalion. After his time in service he struggled with mental health and decided Veteran mental health isn't something people talk about enough. He decided to ruck 100 miles to raise $100k for Mission 22 a non profit organization raising money for Veteran's mental health. Find out more about Dylan and his 100 mile ruck for charity at https://donate.mission22.org/campaign/814545/donate and at www.trsdl.com

    2 hr 38 min
  3. Aaron Flint - Montana GOP Candidate for Congress - EP 125

    Show notes

    Aaron Flint is a decorated combat veteran, a father and husband, and a fifth-generation Montanan who has been fighting for our Western way of life every day on the radio. Now he’s raising his hand to serve Montana again by running for Congress. Find out more at https://flintformontana.com

    2 hr 8 min
  4. Kristy Titus - TV Host and Outdoorswoman - EP 124

    Show notes

    This weeks episode Josh sits down with Kristy Titus. Kristy is a powerhouse in the outdoors industry and a role model for young women getting into the outdoors. A life long outdoorswoman, hunter, TV host, mentor and more!

    Find more about Kristy on her social channels @kristytitus and her Pursue the Wild podcast.

    1 hr 16 min
  5. Matt Merritt - Professional Barrelman and Rodeo Clown - EP 123

    Show notes

    Known for his impeccable humor and impressive dancing skills, Merritt is a rodeo clown favorite for fans of all ages. He started working with the PBR in 2014. Matt’s been a professional rodeo clown for 20 of his 41 years. It’s his job to do the comedy and entertain the crowd when there are gaps in the show and during commercial breaks. Besides being an entertainer, Matt’s also a barrel man, meaning that during the bull riding portion of the rodeo, he gets inside a padded barrel and distracts the angry bull long enough to for the cowboys to make their escape.

    1 hr 34 min
  6. Adam Weatherby - Managing a Multigenerational Family Business - EP 122

    Show notes

    Adam Weatherby is President of Weatherby, Inc, and a third generation leader of the company. Weatherby, Inc. is an American gun manufacturer founded in 1945 by Roy Weatherby. Adam helmed moving the company to from California to Wyoming and leads continuing to grow it from there.

    1 hr 7 min
  7. Chuck Matto - Pitmaster and Owner of Chuck's Flavor Train - EP 121

    Show notes

    Chuck Matto, the Bay Area pitmaster behind Chuck’s Flavor Train, has spent nearly a decade building a fusion barbecue style that pulls from different cultures and pays no mind to the rulebook. He’s appeared on Food Network’s “Fire Masters” and “BBQ Brawl,” been featured in a TikTok duet with Gordon Ramsay, and published “Chuck’s Flavor Train: Your Ticket to Smokin’ Hot Barbecue” through Simon & Schuster. Get Chuck's Book here! https://a.co/d/09WaDYhm

    1 hr 16 min
  8. THE RIVETS - PROFESSIONAL BIG GAME OUTFITTERS - EP 120

    Show notes

    John and Jenn Rivets have been outfitting for over 30 years with a combined experience of 60+ years. They have both been avid outdoorsmen since a very young age whether they were fishing, hunting, trapping, camping, farming, mining, hiking in the wild, off-roading, quadding, or whatever took them outdoors! John has been guiding Big Game animals and more for over 37 years. They are also manufacturers of hunting scents & calls, as well as fishing tackle manufacturers and developers.

    Visit therivetco.com to learn more!

    1 hr 39 min
  9. Andrew Jones - Director of Marketing and Sales at Kifaru - EP 119

    Show notes

    This week on the Josh Smith Show. Andrew Jones stopped by to talk with Josh. Andrew is well established in the outdoor industry where he spent years with Yeti and is now the Director of Marketing and Sales at Kifaru.

    1 hr 2 min
  10. BOBBY KENNEDY - GRIZZLIES FOOTBALL HEAD COACH - EP 118

    Show notes

    This weeks episode is with University of Montana's Head Football Coach, Bobby Kennedy. Coach Kennedy a 30-plus year coaching veteran at the game’s highest levels with a national championship pedigree, who has coached in 17 bowl games, including four BCS contests (two BCS championship games, two Rose Bowls and one Fiesta Bowl).

    1 hr 28 min
  11. Dusty Tuckness - 10x PRCA Bullfighter of the Year - EP 117

    Episode 117

    Show notes

    Dusty Tuckness is a legend in the pro rodeo space. With 10 PRCA Bullfighter of the Year awards and 17x WNFR appearances he is renowned as one of the best to ever do it. On top of his rodeo accolades Dusty is now an ambassador with Montana Knife Company. Follow Dusty on social media @dusty_tuckness

    1 hr 52 min
  12. Chase Rice - Country Music Singer & Songwriter EP 116

    Episode 116

    Show notes

    Chase Rice is a country music singer, songwriter, and avid outdoorsman. Outside of his time spent touring and writing music he spends his time hunting and fishing. From big game out West to duck hunting with his dog Jack. Find out more about Chase on his socials @ChaseRiceMusic and @ChaseRice and stream his new single Connie Lou https://open.spotify.com/track/1jVZ4yvMOrnYZchC8DbeNe?si=0439f3e5d6784592

    1 hr 4 min
  13. Will Primos - Founder of Primos Hunting EP 115

    Episode 115

    Show notes

    Will Primos is a legend in the outdoor and hunting space. Pioneering his turkey call company into a hunting and sporting goods giant spanning thousands of hunting and outdoors items. From Primos Hunting Videos to the Hoochie Mama elk call. Will has truly made a huge impact in the hunting space.

    1 hr 3 min
  14. Richmond Champion - Legendary Bronc Rider - EP 114

    Episode 114

    Show notes

    Recently retired bareback bronc rider Richmond Champion stops in for a conversation. His decade spanning career saw him become an instant millionaire when his 90-point ride won the bareback riding and $1.1 million. He retired at the Calgary Stampede with a 90-point ride to close his legendary career. Follow Richie on social media @richmondchampion

    1 hr 34 min
  15. Rachel Ahtila - Backcountry Guiding in the Northwest Territories - EP 113

    Episode 113

    Show notes

    This week's episode we have Rachel Ahtila stopping by. Rachel is a bad ass hunting guide working in British Columbia and the North West Territories in Canada. She is an expert packer and guides from horseback. At age 11 she started going to the mountains of northern British Columbia and by 19, she was leading hunts on horseback, eventually turning it into her career.

    1 hr 36 min
  16. Johnny Martinez - Rowing Across the Pacific Ocean - EP 112

    Episode 112

    Show notes

    Fresh off of the incredible feat of rowing across the Pacific Ocean. Johnny Martinez is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu coach, podcaster, and endurance athlete. Through Anahata Jiu Jitsu Academy, where he provides free training for veterans, and his show, The Warrior Healer Podcast, Johnny is dedicated to rebuilding community and inspiring others.

    2 hr
  17. Should You Quit Your Job?

    Show notes

    When is the right time to quit your job to pursue your entrepreneurial dreams? Josh discusses how he quit his job to start Montana Knife Company, what it took, and what he learned from doing it.

    29 min
  18. Business and Leadership #1 - A New Kind of Conversation

    Episode 1

    Show notes

    Introducing a new kind of conversation for The Josh Smith Show. On top of guest interviews Josh is sitting down and answering your questions and sharing his experience in creating and running a business. This is an introduction to this new show format from the new studio at Montana Knife Company's location in Missoula, Montana.

    7 min
  19. Paul Flannigan - STUMPTOWN AXES - EP 111 - The Josh Smith Show

    Show notes

    Welcome to the official home of The Josh Smith Show!

    In this episode, Josh sits down with Paul Flannigan, founder of Stumptown Axes. From growing up on military bases overseas to running a bike shop in Virginia, Paul shares how a dark season in Seattle led him to restore vintage axes and build a thriving brand in Whitefish, Montana. They dive into the joy of working with your hands, the power of social media for makers, and why restoring old tools beats buying new every time.

    Follow Paul Flannigan:

    stumptownaxes.com

    instagram.com/stumptownaxes

    FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY and JOSH SMITH:

    http://www.montanaknifecompany.com

    instagram.com/montanaknifecompany

    instagram.com/joshsmithknives

    1 hr 30 min
  20. Tim Sheehy REAIR - Putting Americans First - EP 110 - The Josh Smith Show

    Show notes

    This week's REAIR episode's guest is Tim Sheehy. Tim is a father, husband, combat veteran, a patriot, and an entrepreneur. He completed several deployments and hundreds of missions as a Navy SEAL Officer and Team Leader, deploying to Iraq, Afghanistan, South America, and the Pacific region. Sheehy was involved in dozens of engagements with enemy forces, earning him multiple combat decorations, including the Bronze Star with Valor for Heroism in Combat and the Purple Heart Medal. IG : @sheehyformtFOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY :https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ / montanaknifecompany / montanaknifeco #montanaknifecompany #madeinamerica

    1 hr 22 min