#71 : Blake Kuwahara - Eyewear Designer and CEO of Blake Kuwahara
Release Date: 07/21/2023
Ep 78 : Dan Spitz former Lead Guitar Player for Anthrax now a full on Watchmaker
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
From the ground floor of Thrash Metal playing Lead Guitar with Anthrax to a full on master watchmaker Dan Spitz is the definition of passion. Tune in and hear how he became a watchmaker on today’s episode of The Grail. Thanks for tuning in my friends and dont forget to join my Patreon for over 160 bonus episodes. All my tour dates are here Thanks for all your support. DDR
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#77 : Andrew Brodrick owner of Freenote Cloth. Denim made in Los Angeles
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
Today on a brand new Let There Be Talk / The Grail my guest will be Andrew Brodrick owner of Freenote Cloth. Andrew and his brother Matt make all the Freenote clothing right in Los Angeles with the finest materials made at the highest level of craftsmanship. Denim, Leather Jackets and incredible flannels are just a few things these guys do. I love supporting small business especially when they are kicking ass and family owned. Give them a follow and spread the word. Freenote has offered a 20% off code for 1 week call them of hit the website of go...
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#76 : Greg DeLuis of DeLuis Guitars
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
Today I do a full deep dive into Custom Guitars with Luthier Greg DeLuis. Greg makes some of the most incredible hand made guitars in the tradition of master luthier Doug Irwin. If you have seen Jerry Garcia's guitars like Tiger, Wolf or Rosebud you know that these are not some off the shelf store bought guitars. The amount of detail and work put into building those guitars is almost a forgotten craft. Greg continues the tradition even hand cutting all the inlay himself. Hear this mans amazing journey on this episode of Let There Be Talk / The Grail. Check out all of Gregs Guitars on...
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#75 : Kii Arens - Church Of Color / Artist, Director, Rock n Roller
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
Today I sit down with Artist, Director, Kii Arens. This man got his start in the art world back in 1994 working for Michael Lang on Woodstock 94 and his whole world changed. You may of seen his videos he's directed for Glen Campbell, Ringo Starr and DEVO or some of his amazing Hollywood Bowl Rock Posters. Tune in and hear Kii's story and take the trip into The Church Of Color. Thanks for supporting The Grail Subscribe and leave a Review. DDR
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#74 : Tay Herrera, Master Motorcycle Engraver
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
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#73 : Josiah Citrin - Culinary expert and veteran of Los Angeles’s gourmet dining scene.
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
Today on The Grail I sit down with Josiah Citrin and talk all things food including the pressures of being a 2 Star Michelin Chef. Josiah is one of the most incredible Chefs in the industry and also a very cool Human. Josiah is a two-star Michelin chef and owner of Santa Monica's highly-acclaimed Mélisse, Charcoal Venice,Charcoal Sunset and Dave’s Doghouse at the Staples Center in Downtown Los Angeles and Indian Wells Tennis Garden. His culinary philosophy, “In Pursuit of Excellence” sets the standard for all of his concepts, whether fine-dining or casual. Citrin discovered his...
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#72 / The Grail with Rich Lasner VP of Development at Vox Guitars
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
Today I sit down with Rich Lasner VP of Development at Vox Guitars. This mans history in the guitar world is incredible. From his early days at Ibanez working with Steve Via and Paul Gilbert to helping with the 5150 Combo at Peavey to Designing one of the biggest selling guitars ever at Yamaha. Rich has been on the ground floor for some of the greatest guitar designs ever. His cool Eddie Van Halen stories alone are worth the listen. These days he's at Vox Guitars working on all kinds of cool stuff. His story is incredible and I really think you guys will dig this one. Don't forget to...
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#71 : Blake Kuwahara - Eyewear Designer and CEO of Blake Kuwahara
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
After a 6 month hiatus I return today with my guest the great Blake Kuwahara owner and designer of Blake Kuwahara Eyewear. This man has been in the Eyewear game for 40 years. He started out as an Optometrist then worked his way into the eyewear industry as creative director of Liz Claiborne becoming a designer for 7 different brands including Jordache. Blake then started his own line called KATA ended up selling that brand and now he has a brand new company that is absolutely taking it to the next level in the Eyewear world. Sit back and hear us dive into all kinds of topics from...
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#70 : Josh Rosenberg of Dean Safe
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
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#69 : Walter Carter / Carter Vintage Guitars Nashville
THE GRAIL with Dean Delray
Today I sit down with a man that has been in the guitar game for most of his life Mr Walter Carter of Carter Vintage Guitars in Nashville. Walter's knowledge of Vintage Guitars is incredible and his reputation in the guitar business is next level. Sit back and enjoy this mans story on today's episode of The Grail. Have a great week and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and YouTube and please leave a review. Thank You DDR
info_outlineAfter a 6 month hiatus I return today with my guest the great Blake Kuwahara owner and designer of Blake Kuwahara Eyewear.
This man has been in the Eyewear game for 40 years. He started out as an Optometrist then worked his way into the eyewear industry as creative director of Liz Claiborne becoming a designer for 7 different brands including Jordache.
Blake then started his own line called KATA ended up selling that brand and now he has a brand new company that is absolutely taking it to the next level in the Eyewear world.
Sit back and hear us dive into all kinds of topics from Architecture,Denim, Design and Glasses. I hope you guys enjoy his story.
Thanks for understanding about the time off that I needed.
Keep the candles lit and have a fantastic week.
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