Easy Knife Life
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating*The struggle to cut certain things is real; the time wasted & The Dull Knife syndrome truly does exist. It's time to stop buying knives over and over and to eliminate the chance trips to the emergency room and instead cut as safely as possible.
*Knife EDUCATION for the average person isn’t really a topic that people often study, BUT We use knives every day!!
*Join me on my journey to helping knife users who have lived and relied on their own personal experience and truly help them to tap into the knowledge of thousands, making that transition from knife guessing & struggling to knife experts.
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Episodes
Wrapping Up Knife Shapes
June 02, 2022 19:27 - 5 minutes - 4.74 MBYou have made it to the final episode of the Knife Shapes! Glad to see you enjoyed all the previous episodes. Now, if this is a rare occasion and this is the first episode you're hearing... Be sure to go back to the beginning and listen to all of our podcasts! We are just here to provide you with the information to have an Easy Knife Life, which undoubtedly will create an easier life in the kitchen for you! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends and family!!
Speciality Knives
May 09, 2022 18:13 - 4 minutes - 3.83 MBWelcome back! I know it has been a while since I posted a podcast, and that's my apologies! As we are gaining more bandwidth to bring you podcasts, we will be dropping them once a month. Check out this incredible episode about a few specialty knives. Remember to share with your friends and family!
Mincing, Peeling, and Trimming
March 04, 2022 20:20 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MBHey, welcome back to another episode of the EasyKnifeLife Podcast. This is your host Jason Jeffrey! I just wanted to thank all the listeners who continue to come back and listen to our podcast. I know. I'm sorry we haven't been posting as frequently as before. That will soon change, just bear with us as we work to continue to work out some logistics on our end. In this episode we will continue to talk about knife shapes, the main focus will be on knives used for mincing, peeling, and trimming...
The Cleaver, Fillet and Fluting knife
January 18, 2022 17:00 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBWelcome back to the next episode of knife shapes! Just one quick announcement we have to make. If you're looking to purchase any of the knives we have talked about on our podcasts, we will be hosting a zoom event on Thursday at 12 pm MST (2 pm EST) to help you purchase these knives. Here's the link to the zoom call ------> https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3781753075 We hope to see you there! 😁 Now, back to the summary. We will be covering the cleaver, filet, and flute knife in this episode. Kno...
The Cheese Knife and The Brisket Knife
December 23, 2021 20:35 - 5 minutes - 4.6 MBWelcome back! Today's episode will be about two exclusive knives made by Cutco Cutlery. So of my favorite knives, and should be yours too. The Cheese knife isn't just for cheese but all sticky, starchy foods. It has slotted holes on the blade for not sticky and has Cutcos famous Micro D Edge that no other company has. The Brisket knife is also awesome for its super thin blade that isn't too thin that it loses integrity, but it allows for those super thin slices of cook meat like brisket hence...
Knife Shape Series Pt. 4
October 19, 2021 15:19 - 5 minutes - 5.28 MBWelcome back to the EasyKnifeLife Podcast! In today's ep we will be talking about three more knives. These knives are the Hardy Slicer, Salmon Knife, and Santoku Paring Knife. We recommend that everyone have these knives in their sets. The company developed these unique knives to help with the jobs that seem unbearable to perform with other knives. Owning these knives and knowing how to use them will help you in your day-to-day cooking experience allowing you to have an Easy Knife Life! If yo...
Knife Shape Series Pt. 3
October 01, 2021 13:00 - 5 minutes - 4.65 MBWelcome back! In today's episode, we bring you part 3 of the Knife Shape Series. We will be talking about choppers. Chopping knives are crucial for saving time when it comes to chopping veggies. We have noticed that many people tend to use the smaller serrated utility knife to cut their veggies, which is not that effective, knowing you will have to perform multiple slices, but when you use a chopper, you make one chop. We will talk about the many chopping knives in this episode to figure out ...
Knife Shape Series Pt. 2
September 27, 2021 17:30 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBWelcome back to the Knife Shape Series! Today we are bringing you part 2 of many more to come. In this episode, we will be talking about the bread knife, steak knife, carving knife, brisket knife, and a butcher knife. All these knives are essential to understand. Even though they are very similar in style and shape, each of these knives used correctly can save you tremendous time and effort. If you enjoyed this episode and learned something, remember to share it with your friends and family.
Knife Shape Series Pt. 1
September 09, 2021 16:07 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBWelcome back to another episode of your favorite knife podcast! Today we are going to switch up the flow and talk about different knives and their different uses. In this episode, we talk about the serrated utility knife, the cheese knife, and the boning knife. Each of these knives is purposed for different uses but has a similar look and feel. Knowing the difference will allow you to cut much easier and slice your prepping time in half when used properly. If you learned and enjoyed this epis...
Maintenance Pt. 3
September 01, 2021 17:28 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBWelcome back to the episode that everyone is waiting for! In this episode, we are talking about how to sharpen a knife! We know that everyone wants to know how to sharpen their knives but really doesn't know what to do when getting them sharpened. Step 1 knowing your knife. Step two would be understanding the bevel of your knife. Step three would be figuring out the angle. Step four would be having the correct equipment that sharpens your type of knife. We dig deep in this episode, so make su...
Maintenance Pt. 2
August 18, 2021 19:00 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBWelcome back! Today we are talking about knife maintence. We have concluded that having a good knife maintenance program is key to having an EasyKnifeLife. We cover all the tips and tricks to having a good knife maintenance system, from storing to cleaning to knowing what your knives are made of. Grab out your notebook and pen. You might want to take notes on this EP. If you enjoyed and learned from this episode, remember to share it with your friends and family!
Knife Safety Part 2
August 07, 2021 18:29 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBWelcome back! Today we are talking about knife safety. There are so many things that you need to know about the safety aspects when dealing with knives, from washing to storing to attention and on and on. Always keep your focus when handling a knife, and don't forget to use the claw method. Remember that cooking is one of the best social activities, so to have someone around is always best and grows relationships! If you enjoyed this episode, remember to share it with your friends and family!!!
Beyond Food Cutting Pt.2
July 01, 2021 20:33 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBWelcome back! Today we continue "Beyond Food Cutting" which we first touched on in episode 4. I will be talking about 6 different ways to cut food. When cutting some food, it can alter the taste when cooking it. Other things you may cut up might be for a garnish, and there are specific ways to cut food for that too. Also, I will touch on handling a knife if you have arthritis. Yes, there are secrets to handling a knife if you have arthritis, allowing you to enjoy cooking again! Remember if yo...
Recap Of The 10 Commandments
June 29, 2021 18:33 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MBWelcome back! In today's episode, we have the recap of "The 10 Commandments." We have two special guests returning, Adam & Josh! Together we will elaborate on the 10 commandments to give you a better understanding of them. Intertwined with a couple of stories, tricks & tips, and how-tos, we make this episode one you don't want to miss. If you have learned from this episode and enjoyed it, remember to share it with your friends and family!!!
Recap Of The 7 Deadly Sins
June 14, 2021 22:49 - 10 minutes - 9.96 MBWelcome back, everyone! Today we have a special episode with some special guests. Our special guests are Josh Gort, Adam Conroy, and of course, we brought back Adam too. This particular episode is a recap of sins where we get different points of view on various sins. So, please continue what you're doing and press the play button for our multi-featured episode. Remember if you learned something and enjoyed this episode to share with your friends and family!!!
Commandment 10 of 10 - Keeping Knives Sharp
June 04, 2021 21:53 - 7 minutes - 7.17 MBWelcome back to the final episode of The Commandments! In this episode, we talk about Keeping Knives Sharp. We mean that it will save you time and headaches if you maintain your knives. When you're constantly cutting with a dull knife cutting your food becomes the worst part of the cooking experience. When your cooking experience is troublesome or not enjoyable, you tend not want to cook meals due to the excessive time it takes to prep a meal. When your knives are sharp, cooking becomes a bre...
Commandment 9 of 10 - Choosing The Right Edge
May 19, 2021 16:59 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MBWelcome back! Today we have the second to last episode of The 10 Commandments series. Choosing The Right Edge when cutting food. There aren't many edges out there, but making sure the knife you're using is the correct one for the task at hand. We have serrated(double D edge) and straight edge. A general rule of thumb will be if it looks like a saw, then use it as a saw, and if it's straight, then cut straight down. Knowing this simple trick will save you a lot of time in the kitchen and put l...
Commandment 8 of 10 - Maintenance Plan
May 14, 2021 22:49 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBWelcome back! Today we will continue the 10 Commandments. We are at Commandment 8 Maintenance Plan; it's good to conjure up and enable a maintenance plan to keep the integrity of your knives. Owning knives comes with the responsibility to take care of them to create an easy kitchen life. Keeping them well maintained will make cutting much more simple, cutting down prep time when cooking. Make sure you find out if the company that made your knives do free in-home sharpening by professionals or...
Commandment 7 of 10 - Cut Foods Correctly
May 05, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBWelcome back! In today's episode, we are continuing The Commandments, and we are at Commandment 7 Cut Foods Correctly. Cutting food correctly can save your fingers and change the taste of the food too. For example, when you have a carrot, and you're cutting it down for a soup or strew, you need to make sure all the carrot pieces must be the same size, so they all cook evenly, creating better consistency and overall taste. If you're not paying attention to the food you're cutting and cut incor...
Commandment 6 of 10 - Choose The Correct Knife
April 28, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.84 MBWelcome back! Today we have Commandment number 6, Choose The Right Knife. This commandment is key to having an easy knife life. Choosing the right knife for the task at hand simplifies the process in the kitchen while allowing it to be more enjoyable. I know that there is one type of food that you deliberately choose not to cook anymore because it's a hassle to cut and consumes much of your time. Well, all that will come to an end when you have that right knife for the job, allowing you to be...
Commandment 5 of 10 - Professionally Sharpened
April 24, 2021 16:22 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBWelcome back!! Today, we are continuing The 10 Commandments, and we are at Commandment 5 Professionally Sharpened. We mean that when your knives do go dull, it's best to get them professionally sharpened. You can always try to sharpen your knives yourself, but most of the time, if you don't know what you're doing, you will probably ruin them even more. It's best to reach out to the company that made your knives and asks them what tool your should use and what angle the knife's edge is set at ...
Commandment 4 of 10 - Buying High-Quality Knives
April 20, 2021 19:16 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBWelcome back to the EasyKnifeLife podcast! In today's episode, we will be talking about Commandment 4, which is Buying High-Quality Knives. We explain and provide statistics that over time buying cheap, crappy knives will end up being more expensive than it is to buy one set of high-quality knives that also provides a generational warranty and free sharpenings. Also, we will chat about different materials that a knife can be crafted from and what materials you shouldn't buy. Remember, if you ...
Commandment 3 of 10 - Having A Good Cutting Strategy
April 14, 2021 21:39 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBWelcome back! In today's episode, we will be discussing Commandment #3, which is Having A Good Cutting Strategy. The reasoning behind why having a good cutting strategy is so critical is to have competence in what you're doing in the kitchen. There is no reason for you to compare yourself to a chef. We understand you watch a chef cut, and it might discourage you because you can't cut like them. We will explain to you what is " a good cutting strategy." The key is focusing on what you can do i...
Commandment 2 of 10 - Having A Good Safety Strategy
April 12, 2021 17:20 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MBWelcome back to another episode of the EasyKnifeLife podcast! Today, we are talking about commandment number 2, Having A Good Safety Strategy. In this episode, Jess, Adam, and I will expand your horizon and give you a better understanding of what a good safety strategy would be. Beware of the things you may do now that could potentially harm you and finding the best solution to be safer in the kitchen. You never know who is watching, so it's best to set a good example to the little ones! If ...
Commandment 1 of 10 - Cleaning Your Knives Properly
April 07, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBWelcome back to your favorite Podcast about knives!!! Today we start The 10 Commandments Saga. In this episode, we will discuss cleaning your knives properly and the best ways to do so. You need to identify your knife's brand and its quality to better understand how to clean them properly. So we tell you a few steps to figure that out. Watch out washing knives can be dangerous, so be very careful and maybe get some thick rubber gloves. Remember to share with friends and family!!!
Sin 7 of 7 - Cutting On A Slippery Surface
April 06, 2021 05:20 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MBWelcome back. We are glad to have you!!! Today is the final Sin of the Sin Saga, Cutting On A Slippery Surface. This short but essential episode talks about the dangers of cutting on a slippery surface. We have Jess and Adam to elaborate on this subject to close out The 7 Deadly Sins. I hope you enjoy it, and we will catch you on the next episode where we dive deep into The 10 Commandments! Remember to share!!!
Sin 6 of 7 - Never Use A Knife As A Tool
April 01, 2021 19:00 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBWelcome back to the EasyKnifeLife podcast!!! Continuing in the Sins saga is using a knife as a tool. I think we all might be guilty of this one, from using the tip of a knife as a screwdriver to using your scissors as a hammer. When you have super sharp knives sometimes, you'll want to rubber tiling or carpet tiling. This is something that destroys the knife quickly and is also dangerous. Take it from us, knife guys! Remember to share!!!
Sin 5 of 7 - Buying Low-Quality Knives
March 30, 2021 00:11 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWelcome back to the EasyKnifeLife podcast!!! Continuing in the Sins saga is the deadly sin of buying low-quality knives. This is such a common, easy mistake to make. The sin with potentially the biggest consequences involved... listen on!! Also, remember to share!
Sin 4 of 7 - Using The Same Knife For Everything
March 26, 2021 19:42 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBWelcome back to the EasyKnifeLife podcast bringing you the Sins Saga! In this episode, we are talking about using the same knife for everything. We understand that you can do this, but it's counter-productive. It complicates things and causes a struggle in the kitchen. When you are cutting every day, we want you to have a simple and much easier time. Once you try and own the correct knife for the job at hand, you'll never go back. We have come across many clients going through this struggle a...
Sins 2&3 of 7 - Never Cut On Hard Surfaces or Towards Yourself
March 23, 2021 19:32 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBWelcome back to another episode of EasyKnifeLIfe!!! In this episode, we will continue the Sins Saga as we talk about Sins 2&3. Sin 2 is Never Cut On A Hard Surface. Cutting on hard surfaces destroys the edge of the knife you're using making it go dull faster and creating a hassle when it comes to cutting with that knife again. Sin 3 is Never Cut Towards Yourself or Someone. This one is a little more simple, as you wouldn't want to cut yourself or cut someone that is in the kitchen with you. A...
7 Deadly Sins - Sin 1 The Dull Knife
March 21, 2021 17:03 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBWelcome back to a special section of the EasyKnifeLife podcast! The 7 Deadly Sins are what we will be going to cover in the next few episodes. Deadly Sin number 1 is cutting with a dull knife and for this episode, I have 2 special guests to tag along for the ride, Jess Mizer and Adam Jeffrey. Together we will drop some knowledge bombs and share a few stories about the horrors of cutting with a dull knife and why you should never use a dull knife in the first place. I hope you enjoy it and if...
Travel Hacks
March 21, 2021 17:01 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBWelcome back to your favorite podcast! Today will be talking about travel hacks. Just because you're traveling doesn't mean you can lose out on your knife skills. Also talking about how to be safe when traveling and utilizing Airbnb for housing. What you should do when you land and what to watch out for. I hope you enjoy this and can utilize these tips when you travel! May the safe travels be with you and remember to share!
How to Sharpen a Knife
March 07, 2021 05:43 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBWelcome back for the episode you've all been waiting for... How to sharpen a knife! Today, I will break down the foundational elements, singe bevel and double bevel. Knowing the bevel will allow you to understand how to sharpen the knife. Also, the difference between serrated knives and a double-d edge. I will also talk about the differences between sharpening and honing and tips and how to find out how to sharpen or hone your knives. If this episode helps you out, then remember to share!!!
Life Hacks
March 05, 2021 15:39 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBWelcome back to EasyKnifeLife! In today's episode, we are going to change the pace. We are going to dive deep into the ways you can improve your life in the day-to-day aspect. I hope you enjoy this episode and retain a bunch of knowledge, that you can plug in and play in everyday life outside of the kitchen. If you find this helpful don't forget to share and spread the knowledge!
Knife Shape
March 02, 2021 20:37 - 6 minutes - 6.24 MBWelcome back to another episode of EasyKnifeLife! In this episode, we are going to talk about 3 types of knives that are likely some of the most used knives in the kitchen. How to use them, what they are truly for, and keeping alignment with making things easy are all topics when it comes to the kinds of knives and the many shapes/sizes out there. Using specific knives for their particular purposes. The 3 knives we will talk about today are The Chef Knife, The Pairing Knife, and The Straight...
Knife Training
February 28, 2021 18:37 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBWelcome back! In today's episode, we will be talking about Knife Training and where it all began with the Cutco's initial training seminar. I've been in the knife industry for basically 2 decades and went through a "knife school". I will be breaking down some knife knowledge that people traditionally never learn in school or day-to-day life. This will be very informational but you already know I'm a pretty fun guy, so you will enjoy the whole episode. Thanks for tuning in and don't forget t...
Knife Safety
February 19, 2021 19:24 - 9 minutes - 8.64 MBWelcome Back to EasyKnifeLife!!! In this episode, Im breaking down the step by step to Knife Safety. Key Steps: Keeping knife sharp and honed, choosing the right knife and shape, picking up the knife correctly, always cutting on a stable surface, using the claw, cutting away from yourself, unintended usage of knife, don't catch a falling knife, and etc.
Healthier, Save Money and Cook Easier
February 18, 2021 22:38 - 8 minutes - 8.19 MBWelcome Back! Today in this episode we will discuss a few things. Unlike my other podcasts that we talk about one specific thing. In this one, I will be briefly touching on knife shapes, knife handles, and serrated knives. Ultimately, creating a healthier life, saving you money, and cooking much easier. Hope you enjoy it and don't forget to share!
Origins, Knowledge and Beyond Food Cutting
February 13, 2021 15:15 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBWelcome back!!! In this episode we are going to take a trip with me Jason Jeffrey, through the origins, knowledge and beyond food cutting of EasyKnifeLife. Understanding that the right knife and making an investment on a set of great knives can save you time and create an EasyKnifeLife. Also dropping other knowledge bombs that you can take from this podcast and use in your own life!
Knife Maintenance
February 08, 2021 22:32 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBReally breaking down Knife Maintenance with me, Jason Jeffrey! In this episode we are really going to break down some of the key steps to Knife Maintenance and how it creates an EasyKnifeLife. More on this topic in future podcasts, these keys should get us started off right! Hope you enjoy!!!
Maintenance, Knife Safety and How to Cut!
February 05, 2021 15:27 - 8 minutes - 7.85 MBDigging deeper into the knowledge banks with Jason Jeffrey. Elaborating on what is to come from EasyKnifeLife, this trilogy of promo episode hones more info about maintenance, knife safety and how to cut. If you hear birds chirping and the waves from the pound, it's our cabin in Maine. I was on vacation when it really hit me... Everyone needs a EasyKnifeLife. In that, knowing everyday, all across the world people are using knives but don't properly know how to use them. So right then and the...
Origins & Easy Knife Life for ALL
February 02, 2021 21:54 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MBAnother version of origin story will be on Youtube as well. Links to the Ebook will come, check back later.