STOKED EDC

What’s up, friend?! Welcome to episode 9 of the STOKED EDC podcast! STOKED stands for a Seriously Tactical Obsession: Knives and EDC My name is Zach and I’ll be your guide through conversations and explorations with artists, makers, and collectors To stay up-to-date link up with me on instagram @stoked_edc_podcast For this episode, I’m joined by the super humble and righteous brother who has been a professional photographer, master glassblower, and is currently a leather artisan crafting all things at Wolf Mountain Leather: Matt Sasha Hess The episode that follows is only the first part of a few episodes I will be releasing from my conversations with Matt. In this episode we get a super cool glimpse into the formative creative experiences and art forms that have been crucial to the development of what we see now from Wolf Mountain Leather. Matt is known by many names and titles: husband, father, paintballer, but as a new friend I can honestly share Matt embodies that rare breed of souls who clearly balances a thoughtful calmness and passion that develops into mastery with whatever and wherever his creative process leads him. In the episodes that follow as part of the Wolf Mountain Leather series we’ll get to hear both more about Matt as well as more details about what he has done and what we can expect from him moving forward. Link up with Wolf Mountain Leather on instagram @wolf_mountain_leather I’m grateful AND stoked to have Matt of Wolf Mountain Leather in the house! I’m so STOKED YOU, listening now, are here along for the ride! Hang on and get STOKED!

For this episode, I’m joined by the righteous, radical, and centered bro behind all things at Radical is Calm. Now that this episode is live, I’ve made a post on instagram that has three pieces of kit from Radical is Calm: two pairs of socks and the camo Yin Yang morale patch. To enter this giveaway engage the few steps announced in this episode. In the episode that follows, Radical is Calm talks about how it all started, what has been released thus far, as well as what we can look forward to in 2022. Furthermore, we get to listen in on important messages and concerns such as why it’s so crucial for us to continue to Check in on your homies. Link up with Radical is Calm on instagram @radicaliscalm and then check out the hashtags in the Radical is Calm bio including Mental Monday, COMM Unity, Goon Aesthetic, and Right Chest Gang. I’m grateful AND stoked to have Radical is Calm in the house! Hang on and get STOKED!

For this episode, I’m joined by the humane, bright-souled, Marine veteran Rachelle LaFleur. In the episode that follows, Rachelle shares aspects of her personal story that include becoming a Marine, being a single momma, her passion for supporting veterans, and even shares a bit about an upcoming trip to go snowboarding…which she clearly loves. …and that’s just it: listening to Rachelle, her directness is refreshing and her genuine care and concern for others is inspiring. Further, not only does Rachelle strike us as a caring individual, she is also clearly a take-no-shit warrior. So, here is a beautifully complex individual: she’s clearly a fighter but loves just as profoundly as well. For those listeners that have been with me through the last month, this may sound like a different episode. And, in ways, it is. Instead of a conversation about knives and gear, though we do get to meet Harrison Ford – trust me, you’ll get it after you listen – we get to hear from someone who has used various tools and technologies that trickle down to the hobbyists over time. I’ll leave it at that. To follow along with Rachelle’s adventures and themes she’s considering over the course of her day, link up with her on Instagram @freedom.and.fleurs. I’m grateful and stoked you are still with us, Rachelle! Hang on and get STOKED!

To enter this giveaway listen to this brief update, follow the three steps mentioned, and then engage on Instagram! Thank you Aaron of @52.graves.edc for donating these righteous items that will go to one lucky winner! Thank YOU, friends, for sticking with me through the weird hack-job that went down on Instagram last week. Good luck and, until next time, stay stoked!

For the fifth episode of STOKED EDC I’m privileged to be in conversation with and listen to righteous soul-man and EDC collector, Matt who is @blklbl6 on instagram. Matt talks about what he likes to collect, which makers inspire him, a few things that are on his wishlist for 2022 as well as talking about being a good dude, being a husband, a father…he even bites when I ask him about if pineapple has any business being on a pizza. — If you haven’t noticed, the STOKED_EDC instagram page has disappeared. I have no idea what happened and instagram has been totally unresponsive. For now, follow along on my personal page: zachary_edc. — Thank you Matt @blklbl6 for reasoning with me and reminding me it’s important to be humble yet live this life to the fullest! Thank you Charley of Pondium Arts for the STOKED EDC logo and helping fuel the stoke! Thank you Rich Patitucci for the jazzy riffs heard at the beginning and ending of the STOKED EDC audio cast. Thank YOU for listening and, until next time, stay STOKED!

For the fourth episode of STOKED EDC we have the magician-wizard Aaron Graves of 52 Graves sharing details about what he’s worked on, what he collects, and gives us a glimpse into what to expect from him in the not too distant future. Thank you Aaron Graves for talking with me about life, magic, and the goods we love! Thank you Charley of Pondium Arts for the STOKED EDC logo and helping fuel the stoke! Thank you Rich Patitucci for the jazzy riffs heard at the beginning and ending of the STOKED EDC audio cast. Thank YOU for listening and, until next time, stay STOKED!

With what I hope is a new series for the STOKED EDC podcast, today we have a check-in with artist, maker, and collector, Charley of Pondium Arts. As both Charley and I wake up and get back online for the day, we get to hear about the projects, drops, and other things on Charley’s mind. Enjoy and stay STOKED!

For the second episode of STOKED EDC we have Dave Lachioma of On the DL Brand talking about and sharing details about: What is a “ranger eye” patch? How are ranger eyes different from morale patches. What are “vandal eyes”? Dave then shares about early experiences designing and making patches. Furthermore, in this episode Dave talks about some collaborations, what his EDC usually consists of, and we even get a few stories, such as suffering through one of the world’s hottest peppers. The winners of the first #GaW giveaway are announced in this episode, which is part one of what will be two episodes featuring Dave Lachioma. Thank you to this episodes sponsor, Pondium Arts, Dave from On the DL Brand for his time, willingness, and friendly engagement, as well as to Rich Patitucci for the jazzy riffs heard at the beginning and end of this episode. If you, someone you know, or if you would like to be featured or reviewed on a future episode, reach out to @stoked_edc on iG.

For the first episode of STOKED EDC we have Charley McCoy of Pondium Arts talking about and sharing on numerous details: Who is the individual behind Pondium Arts? What does “Pondium” mean? What was a formative experience that led to a lifetime commitment to everyday carry? What can we expect to drop from Pondium Arts in the near future? These questions and more are explored and answered through this episode so tune in and get STOKED! Big thanks to Charley for his time, openness, and willingness to engage and share! Music and audio production help from Rich Patitucci. If you, someone you know, or if you would like to be featured or reviewed on a future episode, reach out to @stoked_edc on iG or FB.