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Craftsman's Legacy
| Website: | http://www.craftsmanslegacy.com |
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| Next Airing: | Sun, Dec 3rd, 2023 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV |
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In A CRAFTSMAN'S LEGACY, host Eric Gorges goes on a quest to discover the true craftsmen in today's world. Traveling across the country, Gorges interviews the men and women responsible for carrying the tools, trades and traditions of fine craftsmanship into the 21st century. From a glass blower to a guitar maker, a weaver to a potter, every episode explains the history of a traditional craft and the importance of that craft in the United States today. Other tradespeople include: a woodworker, a snowshoe maker, a knife-maker, a boat-maker, a saddle-maker, a stone carver and a blacksmith. Gorges, a welder by trade, meets and interviews master craftsmen, and learns why they chose their craft, where they learned their skills, how they live using their talents, and the challenges and importance of keeping that tradition alive in a modern-day world. He then takes on the role of apprentice on a project under the guidance of the master craftsman. In these inspiring segments, Gorges proves that, with the right tools and careful direction, a person with no experience can learn the basic skills of a craft to create something of lasting value. As owner of Voodoo Choppers, Gorges creates custom motorcycles and stylish works of art for high-end restaurants and luxury homes. His one-of-a-kind choppers have been featured on The Discovery Channel.
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The Sword Smith
Host Eric Gorges takes a stab at sword-smithing with Master Bladesmith Kevin Cashen, learning about the mystical world of metallurgy, forging a spatha.
Next Airing: Sun, Dec 3rd, 2023 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Ski Makers
Eric hits the slopes on handmade skis he makes with son and father team Jeff and John Thompson.
Next Airing: Sun, Dec 10th, 2023 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Jeans Maker
Eric Yelsma has been drawn to sewing since a teenager. Now his shop makes jeans from American sourced, sustainable fabric that is constructed and sold in Detroit. Host Eric Gorges gets to stitching, confirming threads do make the man.
Next Airing: Sun, Dec 17th, 2023 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Table Maker
For his sixth birthday, Mark Whitley, was given a hammer and toolbox. Now an award-winning furniture maker in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, Mark and host Eric Gorges make a table together.
Next Airing: Sun, Dec 24th, 2023 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Still Maker
Christopher Kelley makes beautiful copper stills. Host Eric Gorges works with Christopher to make a moonshine still worthy of the most potent of spirits.
Next Airing: Sun, Dec 31st, 2023 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Brass Horn Makers
Eric shines the brass with master French horn makers and musicians Rick and Celeste Seraphinoff.
Next Airing: Sun, Jan 7th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Rocking Horse Maker
Master wood carver Jackie Wilson built a rocking horse for Prince George of Cambridge. On this episode she and host Eric Gorges make a rocking horse fit for a king.
Next Airing: Sun, Jan 14th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Arrow Maker
Cherokee National treasure Noel Grayson shows host Eric Gorges how to craft traditional Cherokee arrows using primitive tools.
Next Airing: Sun, Jan 21st, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Cowboy Hat Maker
Master Hatter Nate Funmaker is one of the only Native American Master Hatters in the nation. Eric travels to Texas to meet this extraordinary craftsman and tries his hand, and head, at hat making.
Next Airing: Sun, Jan 28th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Spur Maker
Texas cowboy and master craftsman Wilson Capron creates spurs that truly are a thing of function and beauty. Host Eric Gorges works with Wilson to make a pair of spurs.
Next Airing: Sun, Feb 4th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Spoon Maker
Legendary Lazy Spoon creator Jonathan Simons and host Eric Gorges dish up. Jonathan teaches Eric how to make a spoon.
Next Airing: Sun, Feb 11th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Murrini Glass Maker
Master glass maker Shawn Messenger calls her pieces Impressionistic. Shawn and host Eric Gorges create a paperweight from brilliant colored glass, sure to make a lasting impression.
Next Airing: Sun, Feb 18th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Tool Chest Makers
Host Eric Gorges meets the craftsmen behind the esteemed H. Gerstner &Sons brand and learns how to make the tool box that's been treasured for generations.
Next Airing: Sun, Feb 25th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/2/2017 to 9/1/2026 -
The Bicycle Maker
Oh, the freedom of two wheels! Host Eric Gorges discovers how master bicycle maker, Stephen Bilenky, brazes bikes and has made a living for over 30 years doing exactly what he loves.
Length: 00:26:47 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Chairmaker
The century old tradition of building the Windsor Chair is a practical and elegant pursuit - host Eric Gorges and master craftsman Curtis Buchanan give the viewer a front seat.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Cheesemaker
Cheese, please! Join master cheesemaker Bruce Workman and host Eric Gorges for an inside view of an award winning creamery. Who knew master cheesemakers started their day at 2am?
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Furnituremaker
Host Eric Gorges visits Alan Kaniarz, an innovator in the world of furniture design. Together they discuss the love of making furniture, environmentally conscious approaches to the craft and award-winning workmanship.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Medieval Armormaker
James Gillaspie has been making medieval/Renaissance armor for over 20 years. Host Eric Gorges plays to his base as a fellow metal shaper. James and Eric do a little jousting and a lot of shop-talk!
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Primitive Bowmaker
Experienced naturalist and wilderness survivor, Greg Anderson is also a master bow maker. Host Eric Gorges learns how to craft a traditional bow with Greg as his guide and tests his skills with the bulls-eye.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Quilter
Theadra Fleming hands over the needle and thread to host Eric Gorges as this quilter explains the African American tradition of quilting with a focus on colors, symbolism and the history of African textiles.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Shoemakers
Best foot (ware) forward! Host Eric Gorges picks up the hammer and nail to try his hand at being a shoemaker. Master shoemakers Jesse Moore and Marika Verploegh Chasse give expert guidance along the way.
Length: 00:26:50 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Weave Master
Weaver Jaunita Hofstrom wanted to have a place just for weavers to gather and pursue their love of weaving. She bought a little church around the corner from her house and started living that dream. Host Eric Gorges explores the ins and outs and up and overs of this traditional craft.
Length: 00:26:44 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024