The Repertoire Podcast

Learn to Teach, Teach to Learn with Mareko Maumasi - Ep. 82

Nov 9, 2018

Mareko Maumasi, a professional artist and founder of Maumasi Fire Arts, discusses topics such as the value of sharing trade secrets in knife making, pursuing potential in one's career, choosing the right knife for cooking, the importance of proper knife care, exploring the technique of dry welding in knife making, fascination with Anthony Bourdain and Szechuan cuisine, and the philosophy of teaching and promoting knife care clinics.

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Quick takeaways

Creating personalized knives that suit the user's preferences and cooking style is crucial for a natural and controlled cutting experience.

Efforts are being made to enhance the customer experience by providing regular progress updates, improving packaging, and overall customer service.

Introducing a line of ready-made knives alongside customization options can help scale the business and provide immediate high-quality craftsmanship for customers.

Deep dives

Tailored knives for individual needs

The process begins by understanding the customer's specific knife needs, including their preferred style, cooking habits, and usage requirements. The goal is to create a knife that feels like a natural extension of the user's hand and offers maximum control during cutting and chopping.

Introduction

2min

Knife Making, Trade Secrets, and Education

7min

Pursuing Potential

28min

Choosing the Right Knife for Cooking

16min

The Importance of Knife Care

17min

Exploring the Technique of Dry Welding in Knife Making

3min

A Fascination with Anthony Bourdain and Szechuan Cuisine

2min

Teaching, Empathy, and Knife Care Clinics

6min

Maumasi Fire Arts: https://www.maumasifirearts.com/about

http://instagram.com/maumasifirearts

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