WhipCast

Podcast #19: Finding the Pathway Back, Chain Whips, Feeding The Same Bird For 3 Years, Upcoming Events

Nick Schrader — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:16:01 +0000

It's been a while, friends. Welcome back to Whip Cast.

Podcast #18: Tips on starting your own whipmaking business, birdwatching, dealing with the pandemic.

Nick Schrader — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 08:09:03 +0000

On this episode of WhipCast, I am working on a custom order late at night whilst discussing my thoughts on the best steps to starting a whipmaking business, as well as bird watching, and dealing with the pandemic.

Podcast #17: Johnny Öhgren & Blake Gorey - 2020 Los Angeles Whip Convention Week

Nick Schrader — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:58:41 +0000

On this episode of WhipCast, we'll be talking with Johnny Öhgren of Witchcraft Whips from Sweden, and Blake Gorey of Smokey Mountain Whips from North Carolina. Johnny and Blake are among the most genuine and down to earth people out there, and it was a real pleasure meeting them for the first time in person, and spending the week with them in Los Angeles for the 2020 Whip Convention. They do unbelievable work, and if you're looking for a well made roo hide whip, look no further.

Podcast #16: History of the LA Whip Meet, Cracking Whips in Public Places, and More - With Adam Winrich, Blake Bruning, and Steve Townsend

Nick Schrader — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 04:59:47 +0000

On this episode of WhipCast, we discuss the Los Angeles Whip Convention, cracking whips in public without making people mad, and more.

Podcast #15: Franco Zoccali

Nick Schrader — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 19:49:34 +0000

Franco Zoccali has been making whips for over 20 years. He's also been working in the filmmaking industry for 32 years, spending time in all departments of film production. Alongside Blake Bruning and Steve Townsend, we'll discuss with Franco his whip making history as well as different building techniques and experiences we've all had along the way.

Podcast #14: Blake Bruning, Steve Townsend, Nick Schrader - Favorite Whips, Q&A session, Leather/Nylon Discussions

Nick Schrader — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 06:34:27 +0000

On this episode of Whipcast Blake Bruning, Steve Townsend, Nick Schrader sit down and discuss some of their favorite whips, answer various questions on the show, and discuss various whip making techniques.

Podcast #13: April Jennifer Choi & Bethany Byrnes

Nick Schrader — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 19:51:22 +0000

On this episode of Whipcast we'll hear from my friends April Choi and Bethany Byrnes who are both professional fire performers as well as whipmakers. April, who is a mechanical engineer and multi Guinness world record holder was recently featured on the popular YouTube channel Smarter Every Day to help research what happens at the exact moment a whip cracker breaks the speed of sound. We'll discuss fire whip construction, our first time making a whip, April and Bethanys journey to where they are today and more.

Podcast #12: Steve Townsend, Blake Bruning, and Nick Schrader - Late and Rainy Night Conversation

Nick Schrader — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 02:05:30 +0000

During a rainy, late night at Trinity Whip Co. HQ, three whip bros (Steve Townsend, Blake Bruning, and Nick Schrader) have an in-depth conversation about their whip making careers, the difference between nylon and roo, thoughts on plaiting, and their whip making goals, etc.

Podcast #11: Andrea Fischer of Andrea's Snake Pit

Nick Schrader — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 17:23:42 +0000

In this episode of WhipCast, I visit my friends Nico and Andrea Fischer in Germany, who have generously invited me to stay at their home for a week. In addition to all of the great visiting with them, whipmakingand sightseeing, I was very glad to be able to record an interview with Andrea who has been making whips for almost 2 years now. Be sure to check out her website! https://snakepit-peitschen.de/

Podcast #10: Adam Winrich Interview

Nick Schrader — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 23:11:56 +0000

In this episode of WhipCast we'll talk with 23-time world record holder, whip maker, whip cracker, and performer, Adam Winrich. Blake Bruning invited Steve Townsend, myself, and Adam over for two fun days during which we helped Adam setup two new whip related world records.

Podcast #9: Interview with Steve Townsend of Townsend HandCrafted Whips

Nick Schrader — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:51:28 +0000

On this episode of WhipCast, We're hanging out over at Trinity Whips HQ. Blake Bruning, Steve Townsend and Nick spend the weekend over at Blake's place making some videos, cracking some whips and, recording a podcast. In this episode, you'll hear an interview with Steve Townsend of Townsend Hand-Crafted Whips. Steve is an outstanding craftsman and If you are looking for some high quality, kangaroo hide whips, I'd highly recommend visiting his website townsendhandcraftedwhips.com. Enjoy!

Podcast #8: Whipmaking Supplies, Crackers for Sale, Knot Foundation Material

Nick Schrader — Sat, 31 Mar 2018 07:26:42 +0000

On this episode of WhipCast, Nick talks about the upcoming spring - a great place to buy whipmaking supplies, some ideas on heel knots, and as always answers your whip related questions. This podcast is also available in video form via the link below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tb1Dc2gGGO8&t=25s

WhipCast Episode #7: LA Whip Meet Recap, Thoughts on Atheism, Heel Knot Foundations

Nick Schrader — Sun, 18 Feb 2018 09:09:33 +0000

In this episode of Whip Cast, Nick talks about the great time spent in CA with his brother at the LA Whip Meet and as always, answers your whip related (and not so whip related) whip questions.

Podcast #6: Blake Bruning of Trinity Whip Co.

Nick Schrader — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 10:21:02 +0000

In this episode of WhipCast, Nick sits down with his good friend Blake Bruning of the Trinity Whip Company for a fun, in depth discussion about whip making. Blake makes some absolutely beautiful kangaroo hide bullwhips, so definitely check out his website trinitywhipco.com!

Podcast #5: King of Random, Rules for LA Whip Meet Competitions, Thinking Positively.

Nick Schrader — Sat, 02 Dec 2017 22:28:09 +0000

In this episode of WhipCast Nick discusses the official rules for the competitions at the 2018 Los Angeles whip Cracking Convention coming up as well as some thoughts on looking at things in life positively. As always all questions on the YouTube channel will be answered on the air.

Podcast #4: Windy Cessna 172 Flight, New Tutorial, Plaiting Tightly

Nick Schrader — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 05:27:57 +0000

In this episode we'll discuss the possibility of plaiting too tightly, some good portable clamps for plaiting, and the new tutorial that is coming out in the next couple of weeks.

Podcast #3: Los Angeles Whip Cracking Convention 2018 Dates, Florida Family Visit, New Youtube Channel

Nick Schrader — Sun, 22 Oct 2017 06:40:06 +0000

We are closing in on 2018, and with the beginning of a new year comes along with it perhaps the greatest whip related events on the planet; The Los Angeles Whip Cracking Convention. In this episode I discuss this fantastic event as well as talk about a recent family visit in Florida. As always I answer your questions on the air.

Podcast #2: King Salmon, Waterspouts, and Wooden Handles

Nick Schrader — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 06:16:32 +0000

Episode #2 is late, but nonetheless is here! We focus heavily on the wooden handle tutorial in this episode with countless expert carpenters and woodworkers coming to the rescue with their expertise.

Podcast #1: Welcome to WhipCast!

Nick Schrader — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 04:47:11 +0000

In this pilot episode of WhipCast, we'll jump right in and get to those questions. Along the way, we'll discuss ideas for this show and what to expect!