Lost Trade

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.

Paul Van Dyke 03/25/2025

Paul Van Dyke Paul Van Dyke is an award winning saddle maker from Sheridan, WY. In this episode, we visit with him about his love for quality gear and quality horses. Through his history and travels, he has crafted a career that allows him to enjoy both on a daily basis. Paul divides his time making quality horses, quality saddles, as well as teaching other craftsmen the skill of saddle making. Visit his website, , to see some of the fine craftsmanship that he creates as well as learn more about his Saddle Making Courses that he offers during the year. If you have been wanting to learn the art of saddle making, this would be an amazing course to take. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/35858140

Julie Baugher 10/17/2024

Julie Baugher In this episode, we visit with Julie Baugher about how she got started in leather craft and how she became one of the most well known educators for chaps and leggins in the industry. Along with teaching and mentoring many folks getting into the leather industry, she is also an accomplished saddle maker. Julie attends many leather trade shows and shares her knowledge about leather craft in her very popular classes. We had a great time visiting with her on the podcast and learning her story! /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/33506112

Pedro Pedrini 09/06/2024

Pedro Pedrini Pedro Pedrini is a renowned saddle maker and a member of the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association. He is originally from France and in this episode we visit about his journey into becoming a master in the art of custom saddle making. You can find out more about Pedro on his website at or on social media. The TCA also has information about him on their website. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/32949322

Scott Reed 07/25/2024

Scott Reed Scott Reed is a knife maker from Oklahoma who makes the "Cowboy Switchblade." I found him through a friend that told me about his knives and I'm so glad I did. Scott is a very interesting guy to visit with and I truly enjoyed interviewing him for this episode. Along with his knife work, Scott also makes his own sheaths for all his knives and as a leatherworker myself I appreciate that. Be sure to check him out on Facebook and Instagram and see some of the unique knives that he makes for working cowboys and knife collectors. If you are interested in visiting with him about a knife, reach out to him and he can fix you up. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/32297832

Matt Wanner 06/28/2024

Matt Wanner We are visiting with Matt Wanner who is a saddle maker out of Utah. Matt works for Burns Saddlery in Salina, UT. He is a man of many hats with Burns. He not only builds fantastic custom saddles for himself and Burns, but he also manages and trains many of the amazing craftsmen that work there creating pieces for the store. Matt is also a lead instructor for the leather craft education side of Burns Saddlery through their online course program called Illum. He has worked to develop saddle making courses as well as other educational material that helps those interested in getting into the saddle making and/or leather working trade. You can find Matt on Instagram as well as the website. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/31932252

Shaun Woodsum 06/14/2024

Shaun Woodsum In this episode we visit with Shaun Woodsum who owns and operates Cross Winds Forge in Arizona. After a long career as a farrier, Shaun made a change and put his blacksmith skills to work designing and making knives. His main focus now is leather craft knives. As a leather crafter himself, he is focused on creating knives that are not only sharp but also work specifically for leather craftsmen. Be sure to visit his website at as well as on Instagram to see some of the beautiful knives that he creates in his shop. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/31752417

Joe Meling 05/15/2024

Joe Meling Joe Meling is a leather craftsman based out of Pendleton, OR who specializes in teaching floral carving and leather craft. He and his wife are the owners and operators of 23+ where folks from all over come to improve their skills and goals in leather work. You can find Joe and all the information about his social media, products, and resources by visiting his website at www.twentythreeplus.com /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/31304432

Nicole Morgenthau 05/08/2024

Nicole Morgenthau This episode is an interview with Nicole Morgenthau who is a photographer who's passion is taking portraits. Her favorite subjects are the folks who are experiencing the West like the trappers and settlers that lived in and explored the wild west of the 1800's. Based in Salt Lake City, UT she travels to rendezvous held in many states to capture amazing photos of people doing what they love in period dress in gorgeous landscapes. She also makes turquoise jewelry that she shows on Instagram on her page called "Sandstone Sky Jewelery." You can find her on Instagram and see a lot of her work as well as find her Instagram for the jewelry that she makes. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/31204877

Kent Rollins 04/04/2024

Kent Rollins This episode is an interview cowboy chuckwagon cook Kent Rollins. Kent has an amazing YouTube channel where he shows how to prepare some of the traditional cow camp meals, grandma's meat loaf, or even his version of the Big Mac. My family and I love tuning into his channel every week to see what he is up to and what he's cooking. You can find information about his videos, recipes, and other great things he offers at his website, /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/30683178

Trent Johnson 12/29/2023

Trent Johnson In this episode we are visiting with Trent Johnson who owns and operates Greeley Hat Works in Greeley, CO. I really enjoyed getting to visit with Trent about his path to business in the hat industry. I think you will really enjoy his story and mindset on business in the western industry. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/29273538

Todd Broussard 11/30/2023

Todd Broussard In this episode, we sit down with a man that I have known online for almost a decade and only we only just met in person at the Heart of Texas Leather Show in Waco in 2023. His name is Todd Broussard and he is the owner/operator of T-Pop Leather Shop in Louisiana. Todd is a rodeo cowboy, farrier and leather craftsman that has found his passion in building rodeo chaps and saddles. His style and attention to detail are unique and spot on. His story is not only interesting, but also inspiring to all of us that have always worked for ourselves or for those wanting to take the oppurtunity to work for yourself. You can see Todd's work and connect with him on Instagram and Facebook by searching for T-Pop Leather Shop. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/28867568

Robert Beard 06/17/2023

Robert Beard This episode of Lost Trade is a visit with one of the most well known custom stamping tool makers in the leather industry. Robert Beard is known around the world for his completely hand crafted stamping tools. We had the honor of sitting down with him and hearing just a glimpse of his amazing life and adventures through his leathercraft journey. We did this interview before we went to the Rocky Mountain Leather Trade Show in Sheridan, WY. For this reason, there is some talk during the interview of the "upcoming show" and obviously that has already occured. I truly enjoyed this interview and the oppurtunity to visit with such an icon in our industry. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/27182097

Chuck Dorsett 05/20/2023

Chuck Dorsett This episode is an interview with Chuck Dorsett from Weaver Leather. Chuck does fantastic leather craft videos on YouTube and offers great instruction. His videos are high energy and very informative. Check out his videos on the Weaver Leather YouTube channel. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/26897307

Barry King 04/28/2023

Barry King Barry King is one of the most well known leather stamping tool makers in our industry. If you tool leather, then you for sure have seen his tools and may own a fair amount of them. Barry is a very interesting guy and makes some fantastic stamping tools that I use every day. Be sure to visit his website at or even better, stop by his booth at the next leather show and check out some of his tools. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/26687589

Doug Hansen 04/10/2023

Doug Hansen In this episode, we visit with Doug Hansen who owns and operates Hansen Wheel and Wagon Shop in Letcher, SD. His shop builds and restores wagons of all shapes and styles. The amount of research and history that he and his team possess is astonishing. I really enjoyed visiting with him and learning about how he started his shop. Be sure to follow him on Instagram and visit their website at /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/26495802

Keith Seidel 02/23/2023

Keith Seidel 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 or check him out on Instagram and Facebook. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/26023218

Wyman Meinzer 02/04/2023

Wyman Meinzer In this episode, we visit with wildlife biologist and photographer Wyman Meinzer. His story starts out with him self funding a scientific study of the Coyote, living in a half dugout in the middle of thousands of acres, trapping/hunting then becoming the Official State Photographer of Texas. Being known for his accomplishments and long career as a successful wildlife photographer, his personal story on developing his craft and passion for the subject matter is truly amazing. Wyman lives in Benjamin, TX where he was born and raised. He still spends his days calling in coyotes and other wildlife working to capture photos of these amazing wild creatures. Be sure to follow him on Facebook and Instagram to see his daily posts of interesing photos and story. You can also purchase one of his many books that he has published on his website at /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/25829574

Bob Park 11/12/2022

Bob Park In this episode, we visit with Bob Park about how he got started tooling leather and becoming one of the most well known floral designers in the industry. For many of us that tool leather, we have known of Bob and his teachings as well as read his book on the subject. I really enjoyed hearing his story and learning more about his life in the military in the Special Forces. He is an interesting craftsman and creates some of the most beautiful floral patterns in our industry today. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/24987765

William James Brown 10/13/2022

William James Brown In this episode, we visit with William James Brown with William James Leather. I met Willy shortly after moving to Moulton in 2020. We quickly became friends and I was excited that we could finally have him on the podcast to hear his story and thoughts on social media in our industry. Follow him on Instagram and visit his website at /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/24675024

Christopher Andre 09/30/2022

Christopher Andre Christopher Andre is the owner of Slickbald Customs where he creates holsters and amazing tooled pieces in the leather craft industry. In this interview, we here how he got started in leather work as well as how he got involved in competitive shooting sports. This brought together his love for shooting and holster making for a perfect match. You can see his work on instagram and can also find him teaching tooling classes at various leather trade shows during the year. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/24550182

Hemlock and Hyde Leather Goods 07/28/2022

Hemlock and Hyde Leather Goods In this episode, we visit with Nick and Leanne who own and operate Hemlock and Hyde Leather Goods. This husband and wife team create beautiful designer bags, leather accessories and even custom felt hats. I really enjoyed visiting with them and hearing their story as well as their ideas on the business. You can follow them on Instagram, tiktok, or visit their website at /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23893626

Bob Brenner with Pikes Peak Saddlery 07/15/2022

Bob Brenner with Pikes Peak Saddlery /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23755394

Nevada Watt 06/30/2022

Nevada Watt In this episode we visit with Nevada Watt. She is a silver smith and jewelry maker living and working on her husband's family ranch in South Eastern Oregon. She has a new website that helps to teach cowboy gear trade skills to those wanting to learn. You can also see her work at and Instagram. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23593397

Chas Weldon 06/17/2022

Chas Weldon /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23462117

Sarah Garvey with Western Skies Handmade 06/02/2022

Sarah Garvey with Western Skies Handmade In this episode, we visit with Sarah Garvey with Western Skies Handmade. Sarah creates beautiful handbags with a very unique design and style. We hear how she got started in leatherwork as well as how she operates her business. Be sure to follow her on Instagram or visit her wesite /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23306141

Troy Flaharty 05/20/2022

Troy Flaharty Troy Flaharty is a bit and spur maker based out of Hico, TX. A high end bit and spur maker with an amazing talent for silver engraving, Troy also produces a line of Barrel Horse bits used by competitors from all over the country. Check him out on facebook and instagram or visit his website at /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23177774

Revisit with Odin Clack 05/05/2022

Revisit with Odin Clack A visit with our good friend Odin Clack with Odin Leather Goods. Way back in episode #3 we sat down with Odin to hear his story. This was one of our most popular episodes. Since then he has been super busy growing his business and we thought it would be great to get an update on where OLG is today. Visit his website And be sure to follow him on instagram and facebook. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/23022329

Bruce Cheaney 04/22/2022

Bruce Cheaney This episode is an interview with Bruce Cheaney from Gainsville, TX. Bruce is a well known saddle maker who also makes bits and spurs. Bruce also has a large youtube channel where he shares a lot of content for other craftsmen to benefit from. Visit his website, as well as his social media on instagram and facebook. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/22877468

Gary Dunshee with Big Bend Saddlery 04/07/2022

Gary Dunshee with Big Bend Saddlery In this episode, we had the oppurtunity to visit with Gary Dunshee who owns and operates Big Bend Saddlery in Alpine, TX. His business has a lot of history as one of the oldest big shops in Texas and I couldn't wait to hear his story. You can find them on Instagram, Facebook, and their website. /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/22715702

Jason Thigpen with TX Heritage 03/25/2022

Jason Thigpen with TX Heritage Jason Thigpen is a wood worker and leather worker with many other skills including being a master auto technician. He is the owner and operator of Texas Heritage where he creates beautiful and useful resources for all types of craftsmen. You can find him on Instagram and Facebook as well as his website at /episode/index/show/losttrade/id/22569974

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