48 min
James Findler Mullins Farrier Podcast
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- Business
In this podcast, our guest, James Findler of Langley, British Columbia, shares his expansive career as a farrier with us. From his early days of finding passion in horseshoeing, honing his skills, and competing at world-class levels to mentoring future farriers, James shares his experiences, challenges, and achievements. He also discusses the importance of continuous learning, the mental aspects of the job, the evolution of the farrier industry, and his advice for the younger generation. James emphasizes the significance of preparing well in advance, valuing quality over speed, and not only focusing on the present task but also looking ahead when shoeing horses.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:05 First Encounter with James Findler
03:31 James Findler's Experience at the World Championships
03:56 The Early Days of Horseshoeing
04:09 The Formation of the First Canadian Horseshoeing Team
04:46 The Influence of Legends
06:47 The Journey to Becoming a Farrier
15:51 The Importance of Proper Horseshoeing
19:11 The Impact of Competing at a Higher Level
24:51 The Honor of Judging at Major Competitions
26:17 Preparing for the Big Moment
26:55 Dealing with Pressure and Nerves
28:03 The Power of Preparedness
28:14 The Importance of Focus and the 'Zone'
29:55 The Role of Apprentices and Team Members
30:56 Advice for the Younger Generation
31:17 The Joy of the Farrier Industry
32:24 The Evolution of the Farrier Industry
34:18 The Stratum Tectorium: Short Answer Questions
39:16 The Future: Retirement and Beyond
39:44 The Challenges and Rewards of Being a Farrier
46:19 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
Buy The Show A Virtual Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/mullinsfarrierpodcast
Swag Shop USA: https://urstore.net/group/mullins-farrier
Swag Shop Canada: https://urstore.ca/group/mullins-farrier_531000
In this podcast, our guest, James Findler of Langley, British Columbia, shares his expansive career as a farrier with us. From his early days of finding passion in horseshoeing, honing his skills, and competing at world-class levels to mentoring future farriers, James shares his experiences, challenges, and achievements. He also discusses the importance of continuous learning, the mental aspects of the job, the evolution of the farrier industry, and his advice for the younger generation. James emphasizes the significance of preparing well in advance, valuing quality over speed, and not only focusing on the present task but also looking ahead when shoeing horses.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:05 First Encounter with James Findler
03:31 James Findler's Experience at the World Championships
03:56 The Early Days of Horseshoeing
04:09 The Formation of the First Canadian Horseshoeing Team
04:46 The Influence of Legends
06:47 The Journey to Becoming a Farrier
15:51 The Importance of Proper Horseshoeing
19:11 The Impact of Competing at a Higher Level
24:51 The Honor of Judging at Major Competitions
26:17 Preparing for the Big Moment
26:55 Dealing with Pressure and Nerves
28:03 The Power of Preparedness
28:14 The Importance of Focus and the 'Zone'
29:55 The Role of Apprentices and Team Members
30:56 Advice for the Younger Generation
31:17 The Joy of the Farrier Industry
32:24 The Evolution of the Farrier Industry
34:18 The Stratum Tectorium: Short Answer Questions
39:16 The Future: Retirement and Beyond
39:44 The Challenges and Rewards of Being a Farrier
46:19 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
Buy The Show A Virtual Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/mullinsfarrierpodcast
Swag Shop USA: https://urstore.net/group/mullins-farrier
Swag Shop Canada: https://urstore.ca/group/mullins-farrier_531000
48 min