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131
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Jun 2026
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Welcome to Final Approach with Chris Gregory. I am a philomath, who is somebody who loves learn things. One of the things that I've learned is that everyone has a tale to tell and a lesson to teach. From pilots to farriers, to musicians, to authors, and creators. I'm going to explore my interests while introducing you to some amazing people. Pre-flight is complete and we have clearance, so let's kick the tires and start the fires.
Pedro Pechar is one of my great friends from Argentina. He came to the Heartland in 1996, our second year in business. From there, he returned to Argentina and has had a massive influence in the farrier industry. I got to sit down with him at Emilio Gionnotti's amazing place in Sierra de los Padres when Kelly and I were down there doing a clinic and FITS Exam. Let me introduce you to Patagonia Pedro. We are cleared for takeoff.
Andrew DeVisser plays a lot of roles. Christian, husband, father, farrier, manufacturer, and author, Andrew has a lot of insights and thoughts on living your best life. This episode has the added advantage of Cody Gregory helping me to bring the story to light, and we have a great coversation. Thanks for joining us, and I hope you enjoy it. We are cleared for takeoff.
Robbie and I first met over two decades ago in the Big Top at the World Champion Blacksmith Competition at the great Calgary Stampede. We have forged a friendship over our passion for the farrier trade and horses, and it is fantastic to share some of that history with you. Robbie has overcome more than most, and his story of coming up in the world is inspirational and fantastic. We also talk about how Robbie looks at a foot for trimming and a tool that he's developed to help that. Sit back and enjoy, we are cleared for takeoff.
From football to 11B Airborne Ranger to farrier to Long Island cop, Joe Ryan brings a Christian ethic and perspective to the Farrier Blacksmith Course. I love to interview interesting people, and everyone has a story. Joe will give you faith in the future and you will be rooting for his success as you listen to this episode that I call "Follow Me". We are cleared for takeoff.
I've known Alexi for a long time, and I consider him a great friend. He is sincere, funny, and has a great story. We had a lot of fun sitting down and talking together and you'll enjoy getting to listen in. We are cleared for takeoff.
Derek is a farrier that started off in South Africa, built a business in Virginia, and had to leave the US and start over. This led him and his family on an interesting journey through the deserts of Dubai and the racehorse yards of New Market, UK. Always the inventor, Derek has found his way back to the US and is still a huge part of the farrier industry, even though he isn't getting under horses anymore. You're invited to listen in on our conversation. We are cleared for takeoff.
Lee Olson is an admired businessman in Texas, running a very successful multi-farrier haul-in practice. A Christian, Father, Husband and Farrier, Lee does a great job of sharing some insights on what it takes to excel. Sit back and relax, we are cleared for takeoff.
My close friend of almost three decades, Paul Duddy, AWCF, sits down with me as we discuss the lives we've lived, people we've known, and the gift it is to be a farrier. Paul had a great impact on my young career and I learned a lot of small tricks from him that helped me get better at this great trade. Paul and I had a great conversation that you are going to enjoy. We are cleared for takeoff.
Let me introduce you to David Haubein. A natural storyteller that has lived an interesting life. Salesman, farmer, rancher, conservationist, plant builder, and innovator throughout, David shares a lot of insights into the world of modern regenerative farming. I've known David for almost 40 years, and we had a great conversation that I am proud to share with you. We are cleared for takeoff.
Bruce Dance has been an aviator for decades and now makes a living as an Ag Pilot. Years of experience teaching up and coming pilots have given Bruce some insights and methods of teaching that are quite helpful to new pilots. Bruce and I share a great conversation about planes, education, flying, and Christianity. Join us as we are cleared for takeoff.
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