Christmas with Jimmy Diresta

Jimmy Diresta is back and we had a great time talking about holiday childhood memories, how to capture your ideas and will there be a second season to the Emmy award winning Netflix series “Making Fun”. Lots of behind the scenes and what it takes to get a TV show rolling. Jimmy rules and is always super forthcoming and candid about his life. Many thanks to Jimmy as always and I look forward to what 2023 sends your way. Many thanks to the support of the listeners for all your kind words about Full Blast. It’s still fun and there’s more on the way. Thank you to the generosity of the sponsors who have been amazing. And thanks to Craig Lockwood for all the behind the scenes producing. You’re my boy Blue!! Happy holidays and heres to peace and prosperity for 2023. See you then- GFFollow Jimmy on instagram https://www.instagram.com/jimmydiresta/Follow his Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@jimmydirestaFollow The Full Blast Podcast on Instagram:https://instagram.com/thefullblastpodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Please subscribe, leave a review and tell your friends about the show. it helps me out a lot! Welcome to our new Sponsor- EVENHEAT- Manufacturers of the best heat treating ovens available.  To find your next oven go to Evenheat-kiln.comFollow them on Instagram: Brodbeck Ironworks Makers of an Incredibly versatile grinder, with Many different attachmentsLeather sewing equipment and even abrasives Check out Brodbeck Ironworks for yourself:https://brodbeckironworks.com/Follow Brodbeck Ironworks on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/brodbeck_ironworks/Trojan Horse Forge Get your THF Stabile Rail knife finishing vise at https://www.trojanhorseforge.com/And when you use the promo code “FULLBLAST” you’ll get free shipping in the USFollow them on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trojan_horse_forge/ TotalBoatAdhesives, paints, primers and polishing compounds.Go to https://www.totalboat.com/And put in “Fullblast10” for 10% off Go get yourself some all natural , food safe Axe WaxGo to https://axewax.us/And get 10% off with promocode: FULLBLAST10Welcome Maritime Knife Supply!MARITIME KNIFE SUPPLIESMaritimeknifesupply.CAAll your knifemaking needs, belts abrasive, steals, kilns forges presses, heat treating ovens anvils and everything you need to get started or resupply. Including AxewaxThey’re in Canada but ship to the US with ease and you can take advantage of the exchange rate The steel selection is always growing and Lawrence just got 3900 lbs. of steel in.10% off on abrasive belt packs of 10 get a hold of https://www.instagram.com/maritimeknifesupply/ and see what the fuss is about.Get your Blacksmith hammers from John Erianne akahttps://www.instagram.com/sunsetforgenj/http://sunsetforgenj.com/new-productsGo look at the course curriculum at CMA:https://centerformetalarts.org/workshops/** Taking classes from some of the best in forging at one of the best facilities in the country is an excellent opportunity to propel yourself as a blacksmith. Not to be missed. And with housing on the campus it’s a great way to get yourself to the next level. Visit CMA’s website:https://centerformetalarts.org/***DON’T MISS THE CAMBRIA CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 17TH! Tap here for details: https://centerformetalarts.org/cambria-iron-conference-2/There are still spots available for my next Forged Friction Folder workshop at CMASept 3 & 4th:https://centerformetalarts.org/product/friction-folder/***** The episode with Kev Slattery had an overpowering reaction and I want to reiterate that Kev has started a crowd funding page to help raise money for the procedure he needs to fix his back. If you can contribute please do so here:https://www.mycause.com.au/page/297254/multiple-disc-replacement-spinal-surgery&utm_source=Personal+Cause+-+Transactional+Emails&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Personal+Cause+-+272877+Create+FRP&utm_content=SHARE****This episode gets intense and we talk about mental health and suicide. It’s a story of personal growth and rebuilding. I’m very very glad Kev is here. And it’s important to know when you need help. You are not alone, you matter and if you feel like you need to talk to trained professionals, please please do so. Suicide Crisis lifeline in the UShttps://988lifeline.org/Or call or text 988In Australia-https://www.lifeline.org.au/UK-https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/International directoryhttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/  Follow Kev on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kevinslattery_customknives/Knife making Down Under interview of Bob Kramer:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bob-kramer-on-knifemaking-downunder-we-do-our-best/id1476631954?i=1000501342318Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy