Chris Johnston - Modern-day Blacksmith Lives Off-Grid in the Bush Shares Why he Left Corporate World

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Chris Johnston - Modern-day Blacksmith Lives Off-Grid in the Bush Shares Why he Left Corporate World
Welcome to Episode 10 of Baird Country! Join host Jim Baird from Jim Baird Adventurer as he delves into an inspiring conversation with Chris Johnston, a modern-day blacksmith who traded a high-paying corporate career for the simple life off the grid in the bush. In this episode, Chris shares his courageous journey of leaving the corporate world behind to pursue a life of authenticity and purpose as a skilled blacksmith. Discover how Chris finds fulfillment in off-grid living, the art of blacksmithing, and the profound joy of creating practical tools that embody craftsmanship and connection to nature. Tune in to learn how Chris's decision to follow his passion has led to a life rich in creativity, self-sufficiency, and the profound beauty of living in harmony with the wilderness in the heart of Baird Country.
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Watch all the episodes of Baird Country here:
• Baird Country - Jim Ba...
0:00 Intro of Chris Johnson, Blacksmith
0:57 Chris tells the unlikely story of how he got into blacksmithing
4:45 Surfshark VPN Review & Coupon Code
6:41 Coming full circle
7:35 Jim is embarrassed to admit how old he was when he learned that Pioneer Village is not real.
14:24 Chris talks about Hudson Bay Axes and the artifact of an old axe head he found
33:53 Chris on why he drives a 25 year old truck & self-sufficiency
40:56 Chris’s Hudson Bay Axes & what makes sense to make and sell as a modern day blacksmith
49:40 Chris doing the math on quitting his corporate job and moving to the bush.
1:02:00 Go small, go now - sailing & living the life you want to live
1:05:17 What positive impact would everyone having the ability to fix things have?
1:12:16 Jim explains why you need to think beyond money to live the life you want
1:17:20 Living off-grid, Solar Panels & Batteries
1:39:15 Chris on Getting sucked into the trap - the rat race
1:49:55 The fascination of blacksmithing brought on by the immortality the trade gives the artisan.

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@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching / listening! Please let me know what you like the most about this episode and you can catch all the episode of my podcast through the playlist linked here. kzfaq.info/sun/PLdWkde9gml__GpO_JouKEWl1UdckeYDeg&si=0F7bPM_yiGSusYJA

@c.johnstonblacksmith 3 ай бұрын

Had a blast Jim, always a pleasure to sit and chat, this one just happened to be recorded! Thank you

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome Chris. I had a blast hanging out and sitting down for this chat man. Much appreciated.

@davemayers9342 3 ай бұрын

I almost became a blacksmith when I left school, but my dad went out of his way to persuade me to go into engineering instead. 45 years later, I wish I had stuck to my guns and been a smith. My great grandad was a blacksmith in County Waterford, Ireland over 100 years ago. Great interview Jim.

@broadriverforge 3 ай бұрын

cool live chat, down to earth and refreshing

@KIRUZIN 3 ай бұрын

Jim, your podcast gives me a breath of sanity when im stuck at my desk in the office doing nothing. Thank you again for the excellent content.

@BrownDogDays 3 ай бұрын

Jim! Love ya bud but why do you always upload these right before the hockey game? 😂 just kidding man gunna watch this one in a couple hours 👍👍

@DavidJones-ly9bh 3 ай бұрын

Very interesting guest and chat ...thank you both ..

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@bonnieconley1057 3 ай бұрын

I enjoyed this Jim! My way of thinking... simplicity!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@lauracasey830 3 ай бұрын

Another great podcast. Each episode has me glued to the TV. You have a knack for scouting interesting lifestyles.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!! Glad you like it and thanks for watching

@user-fn7gg1pz7m 3 ай бұрын

This has been absolutely interesting. Thank you for a great podcast, Jim❤

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome!

@antonwilloughby2002 3 ай бұрын

Oh awesome - I remember the video where you and a buddy travel down the magnetawn hitting some rapids before stopping off at this guy's place? Love the podcasts and huge Baird family fan... For those who don't know, the Baird Brothers represented Canada and won season 4 of Alone! Don Cherry voice* GREAT CANADIAN KIDS 😅

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Haha, love it and I tried harder for Canada!! That’s the same blacksmith too. I solo canoes down to his place last year as well.

@jasonmcclennan6443 3 ай бұрын

Great episode... these are the ones I enjoy the most, the guys with the new stories I haven't heard

@halinawiecek2297 3 ай бұрын

Jim I always like to watching you, special this video talking about blacksmith my dad was blacksmith.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Very cool to hear, thanks

@fhazen01 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, will check it out.

@MrJamesdCarter 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Jim, for this very interesting video. Your guest was great!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

@charliedeaton9727 3 ай бұрын

What a great share my family is all loggers from the Columbia River on up to Vancouver

@shelleypakenham9129 3 ай бұрын

Walking along the trails in Quetico was an experience. To know the history of travelers and to stand where Paul Cane painted. We were awe struck. They have found so many tools and pipes in that area. So interesting

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Definitely interesting to me as well.

@rosemountfarms2897 3 ай бұрын

Interesting listening to this Jim We have Ironwood trees in our bush My husband had a baseball bat made for our kids to practice with That wood is so heavy You get quite the swing with that Great interview

@marygordon3032 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Jim, I appreciate the conversation and it was very informative and interesting! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯

@teresakinney955 3 ай бұрын

You always get the most talented speakers (and they are always so nice). Talented people don't have to show off.

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Well thanks very much and that is true about talented people from my opinion.

@foobazabar 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic conversation thank you!

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@Runningoncoffee05 3 ай бұрын

Inspiring conversation, something about the simplified life really struck a chord with us! And my husband has a Hudson Bay axe he can't live without. That and his Cold Steel knives 😊

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Nice! Well I’m glad you found it engaging. Sounds like your husband is a solid dude lol!

@kjames8299 3 ай бұрын

Another interesting guest

@fhazen01 3 ай бұрын

On my way, thank you

@jasonmcclennan6443 3 ай бұрын

There it is again.... procrastination is foreplay leading to regret. ... same lesson seems so reoccurring for me right now

@erinstanton1790 Ай бұрын

I have a Boy Scout ax. Pretty heavy, but nicely balanced. I was told the Boy Scouts were test groups for equipment. I'd like your thoughts.

@joelnoela 2 ай бұрын

Great interview Jim altough I may be a little bias on this one having grown up in the Parry Sound area. Looking forward to reading Waub's books this summer when spending time camping on Georgian Bay.

@cariedormaier9389 Ай бұрын

👍🏻 nice chat

@thebronzeserpent 3 ай бұрын

Hello

@BerkleyColburn 3 ай бұрын

Hello

@jasonMMorris 3 ай бұрын

Jim, I have thought of some merch ideas for you. A book accompanied with a DVD Sing along with Jim 😁

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

I feel like I hit the notes pretty well there right! Haha

@fhazen01 3 ай бұрын

Does Chris have a KZfaq channel? I would like to see more of his lifestyle, blacksmith works, etc. Enjoyed the podcast 👍

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

He does, it’s CJ Johnston Blacksmith

@c.johnstonblacksmith 3 ай бұрын

Would be happy to have you come over to the channel and check things out!

@wendypederson243 3 ай бұрын

So are you two going to do a canoe trip together?

@JimBairdAdventurer 3 ай бұрын

Maybe!

@tomlorenzen4062 3 ай бұрын

Curious what happened to your brother?

@pbtg6805 3 ай бұрын

I enjoy your show topics. Each time I “scrolled” forward and stopped to listen to the guest, it’s Jim Baird talking. I enjoy listening to Jim but when he has a guest I do wish he would keep his comments/stories shorter in order to hear more from that guest.