<![CDATA[An Axe Throwing Podcast]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwingRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:44:37 GMTMon, 13 Jul 2026 03:51:05 GMT60Bill FienbergInterviews with people from the axe throwing communityepisodicBill Fienbergbillfienberg@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Episode 43: Stormy (Part 2)]]>Stormy is an iconic athlete in the axe throwing community. In Part 2 of this interview, she talks about overcoming serious health challenges, competing under pressure, and building community in the sport.


]]>f27d0b0a-9ad4-4655-8656-116ccba40270Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:05:48 GMT<p>Stormy is an iconic athlete in the axe throwing community. In Part 2 of this interview, she talks about overcoming serious health challenges, competing under pressure, and building community in the sport.</p><p><br /></p>no01:43:27Episode 43: Stormy (Part 2)full<![CDATA[Episode 43: Stormy (Part 1)]]>Stormy is an iconic athlete in the axe-throwing community. In Part 1 of this interview, she talks about her path into the sport, competition, and building community.

]]>ecef8316-8973-418b-a698-1aab8431131bWed, 07 Oct 2026 16:58:19 GMT<p>Stormy is an iconic athlete in the axe-throwing community. In Part 1 of this interview, she talks about her path into the sport, competition, and building community. </p>no01:51:36Episode 43: Stormy (Part 1)full<![CDATA[Episode 42 (Part 2): Jeb Bisset, 2026 IATC Knife Champion]]>In this marathon conversation, Jeb Bissett—also known as Jebalicious—takes us through four years of competitive axe throwing, knife duels, weightlifting, and disc golf. From early tournaments in Connecticut and Colorado to bigger competitions and new formats, this episode looks at the mindset, community, and routine behind his approach to the sport.Jeb talks about his background in recreational therapy, lacrosse, and snowboarding, and how those experiences connect to his work as a competitor and coach. The conversation covers practice habits, nerves, tournament structure, and the role of community in improving at a niche sport. It also includes stories from events, travel, and the sport’s culture, along with discussion of training under fatigue, handling pressure, and balancing competition with enjoyment. If you want a straightforward look at how one athlete approaches axe throwing and related sports, this episode gives a clear picture.

Guest Credentials:
Jeb Bissett is a two-time world champion, axe and knife thrower, and recreational therapist based in Colorado. He has years of experience competing, coaching, and building community in axe sports.

📸 Photo by @AxeMasterPhotography (Mike King)

]]>08f8797b-e8a3-44fc-8f33-02823975c6b9Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:06:34 GMT<p>In this marathon conversation, Jeb Bissett—also known as Jebalicious—takes us through four years of competitive axe throwing, knife duels, weightlifting, and disc golf. From early tournaments in Connecticut and Colorado to bigger competitions and new formats, this episode looks at the mindset, community, and routine behind his approach to the sport.Jeb talks about his background in recreational therapy, lacrosse, and snowboarding, and how those experiences connect to his work as a competitor and coach. The conversation covers practice habits, nerves, tournament structure, and the role of community in improving at a niche sport. It also includes stories from events, travel, and the sport’s culture, along with discussion of training under fatigue, handling pressure, and balancing competition with enjoyment. If you want a straightforward look at how one athlete approaches axe throwing and related sports, this episode gives a clear picture.</p><p></p><p>Guest Credentials:<br />Jeb Bissett is a two-time world champion, axe and knife thrower, and recreational therapist based in Colorado. He has years of experience competing, coaching, and building community in axe sports.</p><p></p><p>📸 Photo by @AxeMasterPhotography (Mike King)</p>no02:29:07Episode 42 (Part 2): Jeb Bisset, 2026 IATC Knife Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 42 (Part 1): Jeb Bisset, 2026 IATC Knife Champion]]>In this marathon conversation, Jeb Bissett—also known as Jebalicious—takes us through four years of competitive axe throwing, knife duels, weightlifting, and disc golf. From early tournaments in Connecticut and Colorado to bigger competitions and new formats, this episode looks at the mindset, community, and routine behind his approach to the sport.Jeb talks about his background in recreational therapy, lacrosse, and snowboarding, and how those experiences connect to his work as a competitor and coach. The conversation covers practice habits, nerves, tournament structure, and the role of community in improving at a niche sport. It also includes stories from events, travel, and the sport’s culture, along with discussion of training under fatigue, handling pressure, and balancing competition with enjoyment. If you want a straightforward look at how one athlete approaches axe throwing and related sports, this episode gives a clear picture.

Guest Credentials:
Jeb Bissett is a two-time world champion, axe and knife thrower, and recreational therapist based in Colorado. He has years of experience competing, coaching, and building community in axe sports.

📸 Photo by @AxeMasterPhotography (Mike King)

]]>3e78bfb5-e7b4-4d69-b527-4b3d675d4dfcMon, 03 Aug 2026 15:02:24 GMT<p>In this marathon conversation, Jeb Bissett—also known as Jebalicious—takes us through four years of competitive axe throwing, knife duels, weightlifting, and disc golf. From early tournaments in Connecticut and Colorado to bigger competitions and new formats, this episode looks at the mindset, community, and routine behind his approach to the sport.Jeb talks about his background in recreational therapy, lacrosse, and snowboarding, and how those experiences connect to his work as a competitor and coach. The conversation covers practice habits, nerves, tournament structure, and the role of community in improving at a niche sport. It also includes stories from events, travel, and the sport’s culture, along with discussion of training under fatigue, handling pressure, and balancing competition with enjoyment. If you want a straightforward look at how one athlete approaches axe throwing and related sports, this episode gives a clear picture.</p><p></p><p>Guest Credentials:<br />Jeb Bissett is a two-time world champion, axe and knife thrower, and recreational therapist based in Colorado. He has years of experience competing, coaching, and building community in axe sports.</p><p></p><p>📸 Photo by @AxeMasterPhotography (Mike King)</p>no02:26:2942Episode 42 (Part 1): Jeb Bisset, 2026 IATC Knife Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 1: Jesse Hummel from Throvv]]>In this episode, Jesse talks about how he got into axe throwing, his time in the coast guard, photography, van life, his axe collection, and more.

instagram.com/throvvllc

facebook.com/Throvv

facebook.com/jesse.hummel.12

Photo: Ashley Shep

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-1-Jesse-Hummel-from-Throvv-e1dvbtr9bb3b187-757e-4dfb-9d88-4cd2241af15dSat, 05 Feb 2022 13:54:48 GMT<p>In this episode, Jesse talks about how he got into axe throwing, his time in the coast guard, photography, van life, his axe collection, and more. <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">instagram.com/throvvllc</a></p> <p><a href="http://facebook.com/Throvv" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">facebook.com/Throvv</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/jesse.hummel.12" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">facebook.com/jesse.hummel.12</a></p> <p>Photo: Ashley Shep</p> no00:44:4911Episode 1: Jesse Hummel from Throvvfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: Joshua Russo from Valkyrian Steel]]>In this episode, Joshua Russo talks about transitioning from wrestling to axe throwing, Valkyrian Steel Axe Throwing Club, competing at a high level, the mental aspect of competition, the Melee Championship Series, and more.

Correction: During the podcast, I mistakenly said "IATC" when I meant "WATC." I apologize for the mistake and any confusion/frustration that may have caused.

Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-8-Joshua-Russo-from-Valkyrian-Steel-e1gbu7ka46c6eb0-9969-4c8b-9612-1ad417096fb7Mon, 28 Mar 2022 06:56:47 GMT<p>In this episode, Joshua Russo talks about transitioning from wrestling to axe throwing, <a href="https://valkyriansteel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Valkyrian Steel Axe Throwing Club</a>, competing at a high level, the mental aspect of competition, the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/meleechampionshipseries/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Melee Championship Series</a>, and more.<br /> <br /> Correction: During the podcast, I mistakenly said "IATC" when I meant "WATC." I apologize for the mistake and any confusion/frustration that may have caused. <br /> <br /> Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Throvv</a></p> yes00:51:5918Episode 8: Joshua Russo from Valkyrian Steelfull<![CDATA[Episode 26: Colby Dean, 2022 WATC Hatchet Finalist]]>In this episode, I interview Colby Dean, who took 2nd place in Hatchet at the 2022 WATC.

Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:

  • Colby being a 4-time state champion wrestler
  • Colby singing Rick Astley's Never Gonna Give You Up to himself on ESPN
  • How your height affects your throw
  • 2022 WATC
  • The BIZNIZ

Photo Credit: Dakota Unrau of Daksthetics Media for the World Axe Throwing League

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-26-Colby-Dean--2022-WATC-Hatchet-Finalist-e1t6gqi3f8c2328-9753-412c-a6a4-11468c74bdb5Sat, 07 Jan 2023 14:22:38 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview Colby Dean, who took 2nd place in Hatchet at the 2022 WATC. <br /> <br /> Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:</p> <ul> <li>Colby being a 4-time state champion wrestler</li> <li>Colby singing Rick Astley's Never Gonna Give You Up to himself on ESPN</li> <li>How your height affects your throw</li> <li>2022 WATC</li> <li>The BIZNIZ</li> </ul> <p>Photo Credit: Dakota Unrau of Daksthetics Media for the World Axe Throwing League</p> yes01:32:08126Episode 26: Colby Dean, 2022 WATC Hatchet Finalistfull<![CDATA[Episode 20: Kyle Durrant from Cascadia Axe Co]]>In this episode, I interview Kyle Durrant from Cascadia Axe Co. 

Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:

  • Mounted archery
  • Tattoos
  • Mental health
  • Spending 30 hours making a single axe

Photo credit: Matty H Photography

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-20-Kyle-Durrant-from-Cascadia-Axe-Co-e1ogtce501bbea2-b3b4-4f98-b757-f4498de306beWed, 28 Sep 2022 19:20:57 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview Kyle Durrant from Cascadia Axe Co. </p> <p>Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:</p> <ul> <li>Mounted archery</li> <li>Tattoos</li> <li>Mental health</li> <li>Spending 30 hours making a single axe</li> </ul> <p>Photo credit: Matty H Photography</p> yes01:31:23120Episode 20: Kyle Durrant from Cascadia Axe Cofull<![CDATA[Episode 29: Jonathan Morgan AKA Fancy Lad]]>In this episode, I interview Jonathan Morgan AKA Fancy Lad. 

Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:

  • Fancy Land
  • his path to IATC 2020
  • staying out until 4am the night before WATC 2020
  • quoting Robin Williams' Hook
  • the stolen car story

Photo credit: Jesse Hummel AKA Throww

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-29-Jonathan-Morgan-AKA-Fancy-Lad-e200ne83ea327bf-9fcd-4e7c-ab16-12daf02385c8Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:48:46 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview Jonathan Morgan AKA Fancy Lad. </p> <p>Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:</p> <ul> <li>Fancy Land</li> <li>his path to IATC 2020</li> <li>staying out until 4am the night before WATC 2020</li> <li>quoting Robin Williams' Hook</li> <li>the stolen car story</li> </ul> <p>Photo credit: Jesse Hummel AKA Throww</p> yes04:04:34129Episode 29: Jonathan Morgan AKA Fancy Ladfull<![CDATA[Episode 25: Mike Kump, 2022 WKTL Champion]]>In this episode, I interview Mike Kump, the 2022 World Knife Throwing League champion.


Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:

  • Fulfilling the villain role to make the sport more entertaining
  • Having 50 people celebrate when he lost his perfect season
  • Receiving hate mail from strangers
  • How we won the 2022 WKTL championship
]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-25-Mike-Kump--2022-WKTL-Champion-e1sm7sd3354d1b7-2bf8-43ac-9f27-2099d0b4bf1dSat, 24 Dec 2022 16:41:58 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview Mike Kump, the 2022 World Knife Throwing League champion.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:</p> <ul> <li>Fulfilling the villain role to make the sport more entertaining</li> <li>Having 50 people celebrate when he lost his perfect season</li> <li>Receiving hate mail from strangers</li> <li>How we won the 2022 WKTL championship</li> </ul> yes02:34:00125Episode 25: Mike Kump, 2022 WKTL Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 41: Coleman Bates, 2024 WKTL World Champion]]>In this episode, Bill Fienberg chats with Coleman Bates, the 2024 World Knife Throwing League World Champion. Bill hopes to keep the conversation under two hours, but fails after going down rabbit holes about pants, Tim Robinson's "I Think You Should Leave," and more. They also delve into practice routines, visualization, and meticulously organized notebooks. It's a quirky mix of sport and absurdity, perfect for your next tournament road trip.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-41-Coleman-Bates--2024-WKTL-World-Champion-e3a6n4m98d04473-cdf8-4159-94a0-57cbb08a7ff7Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:23:42 GMT<p>In this episode, Bill Fienberg chats with Coleman Bates, the 2024 World Knife Throwing League World Champion. Bill hopes to keep the conversation under two hours, but fails after going down rabbit holes about pants, Tim Robinson's "I Think You Should Leave," and more. They also delve into practice routines, visualization, and meticulously organized notebooks. It's a quirky mix of sport and absurdity, perfect for your next tournament road trip.</p> yes03:11:2341Episode 41: Coleman Bates, 2024 WKTL World Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 3: Matt Paton from Urban Axes]]>In this episode, Matt talks about moving from Australia to Canada to the US, working a corporate job while opening an axe throwing venue, surviving the pandemic, and more.

Also, I want to apologize to Matt for mispronouncing his last name, Paton, right out of the gate. I thought it was pronounced like Patton, but it's actually pronounced like Payton. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-3-Matt-Paton-from-Urban-Axes-e1eb6if662feebb-6e07-4994-859d-1b69757a885dSun, 13 Feb 2022 16:19:04 GMT<p>In this episode, Matt talks about moving from Australia to Canada to the US, working a corporate job while opening an axe throwing venue, surviving the pandemic, and more. <br /> <br /> Also, I want to apologize to Matt for mispronouncing his last name, Paton, right out of the gate. I thought it was pronounced like Patton, but it's actually pronounced like Payton. </p> no00:42:2013Episode 3: Matt Paton from Urban Axesfull<![CDATA[Episode 21: Will Gelatko AKA Uncle Willy]]>In this episode, I interviewed Will Gelatko AKA Uncle Willy.

Some of my favorite highlights from this episode include hearing about:

  • The Philly Practice Space
  • Learning how to make handles and teaching others
  • Clutchies, The Challenger Series, and Canada vs US
  • Merging the worlds of fashion and axe throwing
]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-21-Will-Gelatko-AKA-Uncle-Willy-e1q9r5reb84b1d3-b4b7-4799-84e5-5a1ad7924605Sat, 05 Nov 2022 17:10:51 GMT<p>In this episode, I interviewed Will Gelatko AKA Uncle Willy. <br /> <br /> Some of my favorite highlights from this episode include hearing about:</p> <ul> <li>The Philly Practice Space</li> <li>Learning how to make handles and teaching others</li> <li>Clutchies, The Challenger Series, and Canada vs US</li> <li>Merging the worlds of fashion and axe throwing</li> </ul> yes02:08:33121Episode 21: Will Gelatko AKA Uncle Willyfull<![CDATA[Episode 24: Tabitha Fisher, 2022 WATC Head Judge]]>In this episode, I interviewed 2022 WATC Head Judge, Tabitha Fisher.

Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:

  • Dogs
  • Owning a venue
  • Judging
  • Ohio food (pretzels/pierogi/kielbasa/buffalo chicken dip)

Photo credit: Jesse Hummel of Throvv

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-24-Tabitha-Fisher--2022-WATC-Head-Judge-e1sapmu5659e8bc-fe53-4feb-b3fa-adb211057df9Thu, 15 Dec 2022 23:43:56 GMT<p>In this episode, I interviewed 2022 WATC Head Judge, Tabitha Fisher. <br /> <br /> Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:</p> <ul> <li>Dogs</li> <li>Owning a venue</li> <li>Judging</li> <li>Ohio food (pretzels/pierogi/kielbasa/buffalo chicken dip)</li> </ul> <p>Photo credit: Jesse Hummel of Throvv</p> yes02:15:48124Episode 24: Tabitha Fisher, 2022 WATC Head Judgefull<![CDATA[Episode 34: Dave Alviso AKA Canexican]]>Dave Alviso AKA Canexican is a competitive axe thrower from Pittsburgh, PA. In this interview, Dave talks about coming in second at the 2023 International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC) in Toronto, CA, being a pilot, being a parent, and more.


Photo credit: Sir Panda Photography

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-34-Dave-Alviso-AKA-Canexican-e265tb54314b33b-ab24-43cd-b153-d0d7f106f6a4Sun, 25 Jun 2023 16:41:06 GMT<p>Dave Alviso AKA Canexican is a competitive axe thrower from Pittsburgh, PA. In this interview, Dave talks about coming in second at the 2023 International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC) in Toronto, CA, being a pilot, being a parent, and more. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Photo credit: Sir Panda Photography</p> yes03:37:07134Episode 34: Dave Alviso AKA Canexicanfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: Michael Barton AKA Iron Man]]>In this episode, Michael Barton talks about starting businesses as a teenager, discovering axe throwing from a celebrity's tweet, experimenting with different axe designs/specifications, and more. 

Here's the tweet that started Michael's axe throwing journey: https://twitter.com/lights/status/1107105233593761799

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-4-Michael-Barton-AKA-Iron-Man-e1fle9kc10b7ed6-f25f-4c1f-a778-5c523053f575Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:30:36 GMT<p>In this episode, Michael Barton talks about starting businesses as a teenager, discovering axe throwing from a celebrity's tweet, experimenting with different axe designs/specifications, and more. <br /> <br /> Here's the tweet that started Michael's axe throwing journey: https://twitter.com/lights/status/1107105233593761799</p> yes00:54:5214Episode 4: Michael Barton AKA Iron Manfull<![CDATA[Episode 14: Nick Guthrie AKA Airborne Axes]]>In this episode, Nick Guthrie talks about learning how to make axes via trial and error, some of his favorite axe throwing memories, and his upcoming retirement from axes.

Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv (https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-14-Nick-Guthrie-AKA-Airborne-Axes-e1it5lq979002f5-a083-4b85-9cc1-af35b68b6644Sun, 22 May 2022 19:01:10 GMT<p>In this episode, Nick Guthrie talks about learning how to make axes via trial and error, some of his favorite axe throwing memories, and his upcoming retirement from axes. <br /> <br /> Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv (https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc)</p> yes01:14:11114Episode 14: Nick Guthrie AKA Airborne Axesfull<![CDATA[Episode 6: Mark Mirasol, 2021 WATC Big Axe Champion]]>In this episode, Mark Mirasol talks about opening a venue after a road trip, winning the 2021 WATC Big Axe Championship, the similarities between competing in tennis and axe throwing, competing at a high level, and more.

Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv (https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-6-Mark-Mirasol--2021-WATC-Big-Axe-Champion-e1fthnn4810771f-ff41-4049-9011-12f9419fc897Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Mark Mirasol talks about opening a venue after a road trip, winning the 2021 WATC Big Axe Championship, the similarities between competing in tennis and axe throwing, competing at a high level, and more.<br /> <br /> Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv (https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc)</p> no00:50:2716Episode 6: Mark Mirasol, 2021 WATC Big Axe Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 27: David McIntyre AKA DMAC]]>In this episode, I interview David McIntyre AKA DMAC, who is known for posting a lot of axe throwing memes and being a smartass. 

Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:

  • Comparing and contrasting the International Axe Throwing Federation (IATF) and  the World Axe Throwing League (WATL)
  • Craft beer
  • Working in tech/project management
  • Pop culture (movies/wrestling/video games/etc)
]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-27-David-McIntyre-AKA-DMAC-e1ugh194ab5bffd-1e54-4333-aede-1f2ca03b1527Sun, 05 Feb 2023 19:13:55 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview David McIntyre AKA DMAC, who is known for posting a lot of axe throwing memes and being a smartass. </p> <p>Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:</p> <ul> <li>Comparing and contrasting the International Axe Throwing Federation (IATF) and  the World Axe Throwing League (WATL)</li> <li>Craft beer</li> <li>Working in tech/project management</li> <li>Pop culture (movies/wrestling/video games/etc)</li> </ul> yes03:28:01127Episode 27: David McIntyre AKA DMACfull<![CDATA[Episode 39: Cameron Dubrow AKA Ziggy Stardust]]>Cameron Dubrow is a competitive axe thrower from New Jersey, winner of the 2023 US Championship at Ace Axe Throwing and winner of the 2023 Urban Open.


Photo Credit: Urban Axes (Stacie McChesney)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-39-Cameron-Dubrow-AKA-Ziggy-Stardust-e2acrifbeaec127-1397-4b7e-9228-2f009fc46be6Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:34:45 GMT<p>Cameron Dubrow is a competitive axe thrower from New Jersey, winner of the 2023 US Championship at Ace Axe Throwing and winner of the 2023 Urban Open. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Photo Credit: Urban Axes (Stacie McChesney)</p> yes03:01:21139Episode 39: Cameron Dubrow AKA Ziggy Stardustfull<![CDATA[Episode 30: Tony Luce, 2022 WKTC Finalist]]>In this episode, I interview Tony Luce. Tony is a finalist from the 2022 World Knife Throwing Championship.


Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:

  • Opening a venue (The Cut in College Station, TX)
  • Hosting a Tier 2 WATL tournament
  • Throw mechanics
  • Stories from his time in China
  • His take on hitting the wrong killshot in the WKTC finals

Photo credit: AI (DALL-E)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-30-Tony-Luce--2022-WKTC-Finalist-e21adc2ef72e346-3b68-44cd-80c0-67d9a92f004cSun, 02 Apr 2023 15:40:17 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview Tony Luce. Tony is a finalist from the 2022 World Knife Throwing Championship. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:</p> <ul> <li>Opening a venue (The Cut in College Station, TX)</li> <li>Hosting a Tier 2 WATL tournament</li> <li>Throw mechanics</li> <li>Stories from his time in China</li> <li>His take on hitting the wrong killshot in the WKTC finals</li> </ul> <p>Photo credit: AI (DALL-E)</p> yes03:06:56130Episode 30: Tony Luce, 2022 WKTC Finalistfull<![CDATA[Episode 37: Chris Ross (The Yearathon, Total Axe, World Blade League)]]>Chris Ross is the owner of Total Axe Throwing and the founder of the World Blade League. In this interview, Chris talks about running an axe throwing venue, the first marathon league, The Yearathon, and more.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-37-Chris-Ross-The-Yearathon--Total-Axe--World-Blade-League-e28v9dma07a33e6-6699-4677-9696-a10766611305Tue, 05 Sep 2023 22:50:18 GMT<p>Chris Ross is the owner of Total Axe Throwing and the founder of the World Blade League. In this interview, Chris talks about running an axe throwing venue, the first marathon league, The Yearathon, and more. </p> yes02:30:14137Episode 37: Chris Ross (The Yearathon, Total Axe, World Blade League)full<![CDATA[Episode 40: Christopher "Poppa Bear" Rios]]>Christopher "Poppa Bear" Rios is a competitive axe thrower out of Urban Axes in Austin, TX. He recently placed 4th at the 2023 Choptober Challenge, and secured himself a bid to the 2024 International Axe Throwing Championship.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-40-Christopher-Poppa-Bear-Rios-e2ce5gl1a861a76-3b59-470d-ad28-523d0481cc2aSun, 26 Nov 2023 17:06:41 GMT<p>Christopher "Poppa Bear" Rios is a competitive axe thrower out of Urban Axes in Austin, TX. He recently placed 4th at the 2023 Choptober Challenge, and secured himself a bid to the 2024 International Axe Throwing Championship. </p> no02:00:55140Episode 40: Christopher "Poppa Bear" Riosfull<![CDATA[Episode 7: Jessica Renner, owner of Titanium Design]]>In this episode, Jessica Renner talks about art, making a living doing something she loves, being denied entry into a women's only tournament for being trans, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-7-Jessica-Renner--owner-of-Titanium-Design-e1g1dvlfebacda9-63f9-452b-8899-05ec565dd71fMon, 21 Mar 2022 13:58:06 GMT<p>In this episode, Jessica Renner talks about art, making a living doing something she loves, being denied entry into a women's only tournament for being trans, and more. </p> yes01:23:3117Episode 7: Jessica Renner, owner of Titanium Designfull<![CDATA[Episode 17: Vail Cook, Ironside 2022 Big Axe Champion]]>In this episode, I interviewed Vail Cook AKA Nipples, the 2022 Ironside Open Big Axe Champion. We chat about hitting a wasp with an axe, the monetary costs of competitive axe throwing, the difference in energy between IATF and WATL tournaments, and more. 

Photo credit: Jesse Levi Hummel of Throvv

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-17-Vail-Cook--Ironside-2022-Big-Axe-Champion-e1m8dpsf2449576-d76f-40a5-8566-457cb6a4771cMon, 08 Aug 2022 14:43:13 GMT<p>In this episode, I interviewed Vail Cook AKA Nipples, the 2022 Ironside Open Big Axe Champion. We chat about hitting a wasp with an axe, the monetary costs of competitive axe throwing, the difference in energy between IATF and WATL tournaments, and more. <br /> <br /> Photo credit: Jesse Levi Hummel of Throvv</p> yes01:31:17117Episode 17: Vail Cook, Ironside 2022 Big Axe Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 13: Nick and Kendra Kolomyja]]>In this episode, I get to know Nick and Kendra Kolomyja. I learned about hosting leagues/tournaments in your garage, Chinooks, how important QATL was during lockdown, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-13-Nick-and-Kendra-Kolomyja-e1hsovb88af69ee-3428-4f0e-9a80-113cc2c83c58Sat, 30 Apr 2022 13:45:11 GMT<p>In this episode, I get to know Nick and Kendra Kolomyja. I learned about hosting leagues/tournaments in your garage, Chinooks, how important QATL was during lockdown, and more. </p> yes01:53:37113Episode 13: Nick and Kendra Kolomyjafull<![CDATA[Episode 15: Tim Stivers AKA Big Time]]>In this episode, Tim talks about his time working as an axe coach, throwing a double 81 for his first 81, giving out awards to show gratitude, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-15-Tim-Stivers-AKA-Big-Time-e1jkb2c27af446b-e0b1-4a60-94bb-1c13d08e4106Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:46:21 GMT<p>In this episode, Tim talks about his time working as an axe coach, throwing a double 81 for his first 81, giving out awards to show gratitude, and more. </p> yes00:51:06115Episode 15: Tim Stivers AKA Big Timefull<![CDATA[Episode 36: Austin Agosti, 2022 IATC Finalist]]>Austin Agosti AKA Daddy is an axe thrower from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this interview, Austin talks about journalism, working at an axe throwing venue, practice routines, IATC 2022 and IATC 2023, the Pittsburgh axe community, and more.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-36-Austin-Agosti--2022-IATC-Finalist-e27gga285d87001-13e0-456b-9a54-1a4a23e611c7Sat, 29 Jul 2023 00:01:36 GMT<p>Austin Agosti AKA Daddy is an axe thrower from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this interview, Austin talks about journalism, working at an axe throwing venue, practice routines, IATC 2022 and IATC 2023, the Pittsburgh axe community, and more. </p> yes02:15:47136Episode 36: Austin Agosti, 2022 IATC Finalistfull<![CDATA[Episode 32: Nicholas Rich AKA Homeless Nick]]>Nicholas Rich AKA Homeless Nick is an axe thrower from Texas. He took 3rd at the 2022 World Axe Throwing Championship (WATC).

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-32-Nicholas-Rich-AKA-Homeless-Nick-e23fom64d616ef9-a135-4026-9320-6ba1c149d597Thu, 04 May 2023 07:52:37 GMT<p>Nicholas Rich AKA Homeless Nick is an axe thrower from Texas. He took 3rd at the 2022 World Axe Throwing Championship (WATC). </p> yes03:12:54132Episode 32: Nicholas Rich AKA Homeless Nickfull<![CDATA[Episode 11: Rander "Kuya" Marquez, 2020 IATC Champ]]>In this episode, Rander "Kuya" Marquez talks about winning IATC 2020, not being able to practice during quarantine, maintaining a positive mindset, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-11-Rander-Kuya-Marquez--2020-IATC-Champ-e1gqdvl63f253ac-87ca-4be1-9c3f-96bc5512bfc5Wed, 06 Apr 2022 12:54:04 GMT<p>In this episode, Rander "Kuya" Marquez talks about winning IATC 2020, not being able to practice during quarantine, maintaining a positive mindset, and more. </p> yes00:58:35111Episode 11: Rander "Kuya" Marquez, 2020 IATC Champfull<![CDATA[Episode 22: Jesse Hummel from Throvv #2]]>In this episode, I interview Jesse Hummel from Throvv for the second time.

Some of the highlights include:

  • his relationship
  • his 2022 travels
  • his new photography gear
  • Wesley Powell's fundraiser (https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-wesley-powell-fundraiser)
  • the relationship between the athlete, the venue, and the photographer AKA The Holy Trinity
  • addressing rumors/conflicts
  • mental/physical health

Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv #throvv 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-22-Jesse-Hummel-from-Throvv-2-e1r1cvuc7e854d5-cefe-48e3-8b2f-e05792bb54eaSat, 19 Nov 2022 23:03:45 GMT<p>In this episode, I interview Jesse Hummel from Throvv for the second time.<br /> <br /> Some of the highlights include:</p> <ul> <li>his relationship</li> <li>his 2022 travels</li> <li>his new photography gear</li> <li>Wesley Powell's fundraiser (https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-wesley-powell-fundraiser)</li> <li>the relationship between the athlete, the venue, and the photographer AKA The Holy Trinity</li> <li>addressing rumors/conflicts</li> <li>mental/physical health</li> </ul> <p>Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv #throvv </p> yes02:14:13122Episode 22: Jesse Hummel from Throvv #2full<![CDATA[Episode 31: Jorge Sanchez, Texas Made Tool Co.]]>Jorge Sanchez is a competitive axe and knife thrower from Texas. He's the owner of Texas Made Tool Co. And he recently won 1st in duals at Clash at The Cut in College Station, TX in March 2023 throwing with Michael Barton.


Photo credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-31-Jorge-Sanchez--Texas-Made-Tool-Co-e22p1hv66f76bcc-1ff0-4d4e-948e-c879df042e88Fri, 21 Apr 2023 03:57:31 GMT<p>Jorge Sanchez is a competitive axe and knife thrower from Texas. He's the owner of Texas Made Tool Co. And he recently won 1st in duals at Clash at The Cut in College Station, TX in March 2023 throwing with Michael Barton.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Photo credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv</p> yes01:48:29131Episode 31: Jorge Sanchez, Texas Made Tool Co.full<![CDATA[Episode 10: Mike Philabaum, 2021 WATC Hatchet & Knife Champ]]>In this episode, Mike Philabaum talks about working at an axe venue, making handles, winning tournaments, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-10-Mike-Philabaum--2021-WATC-Hatchet--Knife-Champ-e1gommsc3d79320-4ce0-4e09-9372-3833c47d37d6Tue, 05 Apr 2022 14:16:04 GMT<p>In this episode, Mike Philabaum talks about working at an axe venue, making handles, winning tournaments, and more. </p> yes00:37:25110Episode 10: Mike Philabaum, 2021 WATC Hatchet & Knife Champfull<![CDATA[Episode 18: Lucas Johnson, 2020 & 2021 WATC Duals Champion]]>In this episode, I interviewed Lucas Johnson. I learned that Lucas has done over 500 escape games, some of the the challenges of owning an axe throwing venue, simulating a cold start in practice, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-18-Lucas-Johnson--2020--2021-WATC-Duals-Champion-e1mipq8bbef1d0c-a8fb-4ff1-8806-9b84b1b5efb5Tue, 16 Aug 2022 22:49:16 GMT<p>In this episode, I interviewed Lucas Johnson. I learned that Lucas has done over 500 escape games, some of the the challenges of owning an axe throwing venue, simulating a cold start in practice, and more. </p> yes00:36:53118Episode 18: Lucas Johnson, 2020 & 2021 WATC Duals Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 19: Mark Tishko, 2022 US Open Hatchet Champion]]>In this episode, I interviewed Mark Tishko. Mark is a champion axe thrower from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

  • 2022 US Open Hatchet: 1st
  • 2022 ThrOhio Hatchet: 1st
  • 2022 Rust Belt Rumble III Hatchet: 1st
  • 2022 Capitol City Classic Hatchet: 1st
  • 2022 Capitol City Classic Big Axe: 2nd

Some of my favorite highlights from the podcast included hearing about throwing his grandfather's old axe, embracing his dad after winning the 2022 US Open, nerding out about managerial accounting, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-19-Mark-Tishko--2022-US-Open-Hatchet-Champion-e1nndqs9533c6ff-3537-413b-ab10-9e422800d50dMon, 12 Sep 2022 12:26:23 GMT<p>In this episode, I interviewed Mark Tishko. Mark is a champion axe thrower from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. </p> <ul> <li>2022 US Open Hatchet: 1st</li> <li>2022 ThrOhio Hatchet: 1st</li> <li>2022 Rust Belt Rumble III Hatchet: 1st</li> <li>2022 Capitol City Classic Hatchet: 1st</li> <li>2022 Capitol City Classic Big Axe: 2nd</li> </ul> <p>Some of my favorite highlights from the podcast included hearing about throwing his grandfather's old axe, embracing his dad after winning the 2022 US Open, nerding out about managerial accounting, and more. </p> yes01:06:40119Episode 19: Mark Tishko, 2022 US Open Hatchet Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: Michael Dolan AKA Dr. McNasty]]>In this episode, Michael Dolan talks about growing up in Texas, playing drums, how he get started throwing axes, his axe collection, and more.

https://www.facebook.com/Talktomiked

https://www.instagram.com/drmcnastyaxes/

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-2-Michael-Dolan-AKA-Dr--McNasty-e1dvdlcf3abc8dd-063c-4053-a6cf-8deafdeffd02Sat, 05 Feb 2022 14:21:56 GMT<p>In this episode, Michael Dolan talks about growing up in Texas, playing drums, how he get started throwing axes, his axe collection, and more. <br /> <br /> https://www.facebook.com/Talktomiked</p> <p>https://www.instagram.com/drmcnastyaxes/</p> yes00:41:3212Episode 2: Michael Dolan AKA Dr. McNastyfull<![CDATA[Episode 16: David Cycon, IATC 2022 Champ]]>In this episode, David Cycon talks about winning the 2019 Canadian Open, winning the 2022 International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC), practicing at The Philly Space, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-16-David-Cycon--IATC-2022-Champ-e1l2v8sa952620f-d669-47e8-8409-9f9ff32dd0c4Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:05:47 GMT<p>In this episode, David Cycon talks about winning the 2019 Canadian Open, winning the 2022 International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC), practicing at The Philly Space, and more. </p> yes01:14:09116Episode 16: David Cycon, IATC 2022 Champfull<![CDATA[Episode 12: Vin Crescenzo AKA Jean-Claude Vin Damme]]>In this interview, Vin Crescenzo talks about throwing in six leagues in one week, learning to make axes from YouTube, trying to explain tournament prizes to an accountant during tax season, and more.

Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel / Throvv

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-12-Vin-Crescenzo-AKA-Jean-Claude-Vin-Damme-e1hcdn0f8fda563-a897-497d-890a-6879141012cbTue, 19 Apr 2022 10:48:48 GMT<p>In this interview, Vin Crescenzo talks about throwing in six leagues in one week, learning to make axes from YouTube, trying to explain tournament prizes to an accountant during tax season, and more.<br /> <br /> Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel / <a href="https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Throvv</a></p> yes01:08:35112Episode 12: Vin Crescenzo AKA Jean-Claude Vin Dammefull<![CDATA[Episode 28: Dylan "Sweet" Teets, 2022 WATC Hatchet Champion]]>In this episode, I interviewed the 2022 WATC Hatchet champion, Dylan "Sweet" Teets. 

Some of my favorite highlights from this episode include hearing about:

  • Being a musician/performer (percussion/juggling/dancing/etc)
  • Being a model
  • Going to school to be a sign language interpreter
  • Practice Routine
  • Throwing the First 46 in WATL Big Axe competition
  • Competition Mindset

Photo Credit: Dakota Unrau of Daksthetics Media for the World Axe Throwing League

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-28-Dylan-Sweet-Teets--2022-WATC-Hatchet-Champion-e1vdaujefadbbbb-fa37-4cc1-a9d0-a370a408ada2Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:21:56 GMT<p>In this episode, I interviewed the 2022 WATC Hatchet champion, Dylan "Sweet" Teets. </p> <p>Some of my favorite highlights from this episode include hearing about:</p> <ul> <li>Being a musician/performer (percussion/juggling/dancing/etc)</li> <li>Being a model</li> <li>Going to school to be a sign language interpreter</li> <li>Practice Routine</li> <li>Throwing the First 46 in WATL Big Axe competition</li> <li>Competition Mindset</li> </ul> <p>Photo Credit: Dakota Unrau of Daksthetics Media for the World Axe Throwing League</p> yes02:20:49128Episode 28: Dylan "Sweet" Teets, 2022 WATC Hatchet Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 33: Dan Ceballos AKA Dr. Dan]]>Dan Ceballos AKA Dr. Dan is a competitive axe thrower and manager at Fondy Axe Company.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-33-Dan-Ceballos-AKA-Dr--Dan-e23gabgecad9430-4d4a-4f97-a0ff-72a4e4779e02Thu, 04 May 2023 15:22:49 GMT<p>Dan Ceballos AKA Dr. Dan is a competitive axe thrower and manager at Fondy Axe Company. </p> yes03:44:31133Episode 33: Dan Ceballos AKA Dr. Danfull<![CDATA[Episode 38: Brandon "Showtime" McClester]]>Brandon "Showtime" McClester is a competitive axe thrower from Pittsburgh, PA.


Photo Credit: Urban Axes

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-38-Brandon-Showtime-McClester-e2a9efa174bd999-eb12-472a-8be0-a7be6e2467f9Sat, 07 Oct 2023 16:19:35 GMT<p>Brandon "Showtime" McClester is a competitive axe thrower from Pittsburgh, PA. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Photo Credit: Urban Axes</p> yes02:00:14138Episode 38: Brandon "Showtime" McClesterfull<![CDATA[Episode 35: Tyler Flynn]]>Tyler Flynn is an axe and knife thrower from Cleveland, Ohio. In this interview, Tyler talks about his competition history, being a teacher, spicy dice, the 2024 World Axe Throwing League (WATL) Rules Proposal, Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), and more.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-35-Tyler-Flynn-e26lr3f805812c5-047e-40a5-8533-65e0561d3b67Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:46:29 GMT<p>Tyler Flynn is an axe and knife thrower from Cleveland, Ohio. In this interview, Tyler talks about his competition history, being a teacher, spicy dice, the 2024 World Axe Throwing League (WATL) Rules Proposal, Dungeons and Dragons (D&amp;D), and more. </p> yes05:18:08135Episode 35: Tyler Flynnfull<![CDATA[Episode 23: Zach "Zeus" Crawford, 2020 WATC Big Axe Champion]]>In this interview, I get to know Zach "Zeus" Crawford, the 2020 WATC Big Axe Champion.

Some of my favorite highlights included hearing about:

  • WATL Team Melee
  • Valkyrian Steel 
  • The bull/killshot shrinking overnight for the 2020 WATC finals

Photo credit: Jesse Hummel/Throvv

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-23-Zach-Zeus-Crawford--2020-WATC-Big-Axe-Champion-e1s05pk441baae6-2865-4443-a582-f38735ceee23Fri, 09 Dec 2022 03:43:13 GMT<p>In this interview, I get to know Zach "Zeus" Crawford, the 2020 WATC Big Axe Champion. <br /> <br /> Some of my favorite highlights included hearing about:</p> <ul> <li>WATL Team Melee</li> <li>Valkyrian Steel </li> <li>The bull/killshot shrinking overnight for the 2020 WATC finals</li> </ul> <p>Photo credit: Jesse Hummel/Throvv</p> yes00:58:40123Episode 23: Zach "Zeus" Crawford, 2020 WATC Big Axe Championfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: Fran Lopez AKA Franimal AKA The Frandalorian]]>In this episode, Fran Lopez talks about how much the axe throwing community means to her, throwing in leagues while traveling, the mental aspect of the sport, and more. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-5-Fran-Lopez-AKA-Franimal-AKA-The-Frandalorian-e1fsffv4f650715-d065-46ef-b834-d66ec43ac14fThu, 17 Mar 2022 22:32:41 GMT<p>In this episode, Fran Lopez talks about how much the axe throwing community means to her, throwing in leagues while traveling, the mental aspect of the sport, and more. </p> yes00:56:0015Episode 5: Fran Lopez AKA Franimal AKA The Frandalorianfull<![CDATA[Episode 9: Jave "Yoshi" Yoshimoto]]>In this episode, Jave talks about art, travel, mental health, making axes, and more.

You can learn more about Jave at the following links:

  • https://www.instagram.com/javethrows/
  • https://www.instagram.com/javebrave/
  • https://www.javeyoshimoto.com/
  • https://www.facebook.com/JaveBrave

Photo credit: Niki Knight of United States Axe

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axe-throwing/episodes/Episode-9-Jave-Yoshi-Yoshimoto-e1gfhhs675b32e0-2ac7-4928-af77-09cc2d0d34c5Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:22:19 GMT<p>In this episode, Jave talks about art, travel, mental health, making axes, and more. <br /> <br /> You can learn more about Jave at the following links:</p> <ul> <li>https://www.instagram.com/javethrows/</li> <li>https://www.instagram.com/javebrave/</li> <li>https://www.javeyoshimoto.com/</li> <li>https://www.facebook.com/JaveBrave</li> </ul> <p>Photo credit: Niki Knight of United States Axe</p> yes00:51:2719Episode 9: Jave "Yoshi" Yoshimotofull