Behind The Anvil

About Behind The Anvil

Behind the Anvil – Join bladesmith Michael Peterson, with over 30 years of experience, as he takes you inside the world of bladesmithing, knife-making, and the craft behind Mike’s Damascus Knives LLC. From insights on the American Bladesmith YouTube series to shop talk, interviews, and wherever the conversation leads, Behind the Anvil is your forge-side seat to the art and stories of the blade.

Publisher

Michael Peterson

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

4 Aug 2025

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

67 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Blades, Bucks, Gas & Nuclear Power: From Blade Show West to Utah’s Energy Future

   Blades, Bucks, Gas & Nuclear Power: From Blade Show West to Utah’s Energy Future In this episode of Behind The Anvil, Michael Peterson and Brad sit down for another wide-ranging conversation that goes from knives and hunting to fuel prices, technology, military security, and the future of energy in Utah. Michael talks about his recent trip to Blade Show West, meeting industry contacts, checking out other makers, and gathering plenty of inspiration. They also discuss the upcoming move of the show to Indiana while the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City undergoes its massive renovation. From there, the conversation takes a turn toward the economy and the price of fuel. With gas pushing nearly $5 a gallon and diesel even higher, Michael and Brad discuss refinery closures in California, refining capacity, storage, regulations, and what may really be driving fuel prices. And because this is Behind The Anvil, the conversation doesn't stay on one subject for long! They get into California politics and investigations, Iran, military security in Britain, warning labels and safety regulations, technology's effect on dating and relationships, and the differences they're seeing between generations. Brad also shares the story of his recent pronghorn hunt, including a heart-stopping moment when his bow limb delaminated during the shot. The guys talk hunting techniques, exotic hunts, whitetails, and even the debate over introducing modern technology to indigenous communities. Finally, they turn their attention to something hitting close to home: Utah's energy future. Michael and Brad discuss Valor Atomics' plans for small modular nuclear reactors near Price, Utah, the decline of Utah's coal industry, solar manufacturing, and whether nuclear power could be part of the solution to America's growing energy needs. It's another episode where you truly never know where the conversation is going to go! Listen in as Michael and Brad talk blades, bucks, gas prices, technology, politics, and nuclear power—all from the perspective of two guys just trying to make sense of what's happening around them. Behind The Anvil with Michael Peterson From blades to comics and everything in between.

2. 

   5 Oct 2026

   BEANS ON TOAST?! The Most American British Food Ever?

   BEANS ON TOAST?! The Most American British Food Ever? In this episode of Behind The Anvil, Michael Peterson somehow finds himself going down the rabbit hole of one of Britain’s most famous meals: beans on toast. But here's the question… why does beans on toast sound more American than British? After watching some hilarious content from Habitual Linecrosser and British Dad Reacts, Michael starts wondering how this strange-sounding combination became a British staple. Naturally, that leads to a little Google research and a whole lot of opinions! Michael digs into the history of beans on toast and discovers the interesting connection to Heinz, America, and a 1927 marketing campaign in the UK. Somehow, an American company helped turn this simple meal into a British classic. And of course, Michael can't leave well enough alone. He talks about his own experiences with beans and ham hock, then starts coming up with ways to make beans on toast a little more American — bacon and eggs because apparently plain beans on toast just isn't enough! The conversation also touches on how beans became an important source of protein during World War II rationing and why this simple, inexpensive meal became such a staple. Plus, Michael talks about his plans to renovate and remodel the Behind The Anvil studio and his goal of raising around $1,500–$2,000 to help make it happen. Future supporters and sponsors may even get some recognition on upcoming episodes! And as always, Michael wants to hear from YOU: Do you eat beans on toast? Have you ever tried it? What would YOU put on it? Is beans on toast actually British… or did America secretly start this whole thing? Drop your thoughts in the comments! Michael is also pushing toward 1,000 YouTube subscribers, and once we get there, who knows… there might just be a giveaway! YouTubers Mentioned Habitual Linecrosser https://www.youtube.com/@habitual_linecrosser (https://www.youtube.com/@habitual_linecrosser) British Dad Reacts https://www.youtube.com/@BritishDadReacts (https://www.youtube.com/@BritishDadReacts) HELP SUPPORT THE BEHIND THE ANVIL STUDIO If you'd like to help Michael remodel and improve the Behind The Anvil studio, donations are greatly appreciated! PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MDKPeterson (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MDKPeterson) Every bit helps, and supporters who contribute toward the studio remodel may have an opportunity to be featured as sponsors on future episodes. Thanks for watching, listening, subscribing, and being part of the Behind The Anvil family! Never know where the conversation is going to go! #BehindTheAnvil #MichaelPeterson #BeansOnToast #BritishFood #AmericanFood #HabitualLinecrosser #BritishDadReacts #Podcast #Bladesmith #KnifeMaking #BehindTheAnvilPodcast #MDK #MikePeterson #StudioRemodel

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   The Episode We Forgot to Record | Michael Peterson & Brad Well… oops

   Behind The Anvil — The Episode We Forgot to Record | Michael Peterson & Brad Well… oops. In this episode of Behind The Anvil, Michael Peterson and Brad sit down for another one of their wide-ranging conversations covering everything from hunting, food, preparedness, technology, space, nuclear energy, workplace security, and some good old-fashioned rabbit trails. There’s just one problem… Mike forgot to hit record after coming back from the break. So what you’re hearing is only part of the conversation. Rather than throw everything away, Michael and Brad decided to release what was actually recorded — and continue the conversation next week. In the recorded portion, Michael and Brad talk about: Michael's crazy work schedule, lack of sleep, exercise, and his plans for steak tacos Star Trek: Picard and Discovery Brad's recent antelope hunt and plans for taxidermy Swan hunting, eating wild game, and how the taxidermy process works Hunting trophies, museums, and unusual historical artifacts Housing, mortgages, and the cost of living Michael's book-writing progress and a new scene he's working on for The Walk Food storage, preparedness, and why you should actually store food you know how to use Beans on toast and Michael's research into how the dish became popular in Britain Michael's idea for an American-style beans-on-toast video using tacos or fajitas AI, engineering, technology, chip manufacturing, and Starlink Workplace security and the dangers of sharing too much information online Home security cameras and keeping kids safe around ATVs and other equipment How Michael got the nickname "Chainsaw" Hunting, kayaking, boat motors, wildlife, and outdoor safety Fuel prices, energy production, energy policy, and nuclear technology Valor Technologies and its plans involving advanced nuclear reactors Historical nuclear accidents and some controversial theories surrounding major historical events And, of course, plenty of the random conversations and rabbit trails you've come to expect from Behind The Anvil And just when the conversation was really getting rolling… We realized we weren't recording. Yep. That's one of those podcast moments you can't make up. So consider this Part 1 of the conversation. Michael and Brad will pick things back up next week and continue where they left off. Because on Behind The Anvil, you never really know where the conversation is going to go — even when Mike forgets to hit record. Thanks for listening and supporting Behind The Anvil! Hosted by Michael Peterson #BehindTheAnvil #MichaelPeterson #Brad #Podcast #Hunting #Preparedness #Bladesmith #KnifeMaking #OutdoorLife #Technology #NuclearEnergy #SmallBusiness #TheWalk #Oops #PodcastFail

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