Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Graham travels to Austin, Texas to profile reality TV star and master craftsman Jesse James. The West Coast Choppers founder discusses his transformation from motorcycle legend to world-class gunsmith and also reflects on childhood trauma, his five failed marriages, and finding stability with wife Alaina. James shares his "Do It Now" philosophy from his new book while showcasing custom firearms built for celebrities and his mission to teach traditional craftsmanship through his series "American Craftsmen."
#podcast #craftsman #celebrity
Jesse James' new book, The Art of the Craftsman, is available for pre-order now! Check it out through our affiliate link here: amzn.to/45YEC6j
0:00 - Introduction & Reconnecting
1:54 - Writing & The New Book
5:05 - Blue Collar Work & Self-Value
12:39 - Starting West Coast Choppers
14:20 - Discipline & Work Ethic
16:46 - Regret & Childhood Trauma
19:53 - Relationship with Father
32:54 - Grandmother's Impact
35:23 - Parenting & His Kids
38:10 - Son Jesse & Carla's Alzheimer's
45:17 - Being a Different Dad with Bishop
49:02 - Money & Homelessness
55:30 - Best & Worst Financial Decisions
1:01:30 - Five Marriages & Relationships
1:08:20 - Meeting Alaina & Making It Work
1:10:54 - Alaina's Past & Their Connection
1:13:24 - Learning to Prioritize Relationships
1:18:01 - Getting Into Guns
1:19:46 - Guns vs Bikes
1:23:58 - Building Guns for Famous People
1:28:30 - Shop Size: Then vs Now
1:30:05 - Doing the Work Yourself
1:32:13 - True Success & Self-Value
1:35:15 - New Network: Pay Up Sucker
1:37:15 - Huntsville Prison Episode
1:44:44 - West Coast Choppers Resurgence
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Episode debuted nationwide in 2026.
Graham travels to Austin, Texas to profile reality TV star and master craftsman Jesse James. The West Coast Choppers founder discusses his transformation from motorcycle legend to world-class gunsmith and also reflects on childhood trauma, his five failed marriages, and finding stability with wife Alaina. James shares his "Do It Now" philosophy from his new book while showcasing custom firearms built for celebrities and his mission to teach traditional craftsmanship through his series "American Craftsmen."
#podcast #craftsman #celebrity
Jesse James' new book, The Art of the Craftsman, is available for pre-order now! Check it out through our affiliate link here: amzn.to/45YEC6j
0:00 - Introduction & Reconnecting
1:54 - Writing & The New Book
5:05 - Blue Collar Work & Self-Value
12:39 - Starting West Coast Choppers
14:20 - Discipline & Work Ethic
16:46 - Regret & Childhood Trauma
19:53 - Relationship with Father
32:54 - Grandmother's Impact
35:23 - Parenting & His Kids
38:10 - Son Jesse & Carla's Alzheimer's
45:17 - Being a Different Dad with Bishop
49:02 - Money & Homelessness
55:30 - Best & Worst Financial Decisions
1:01:30 - Five Marriages & Relationships
1:08:20 - Meeting Alaina & Making It Work
1:10:54 - Alaina's Past & Their Connection
1:13:24 - Learning to Prioritize Relationships
1:18:01 - Getting Into Guns
1:19:46 - Guns vs Bikes
1:23:58 - Building Guns for Famous People
1:28:30 - Shop Size: Then vs Now
1:30:05 - Doing the Work Yourself
1:32:13 - True Success & Self-Value
1:35:15 - New Network: Pay Up Sucker
1:37:15 - Huntsville Prison Episode
1:44:44 - West Coast Choppers Resurgence
Become a member to watch full episodes and get exclusive access to content: bit.ly/3q4TjAb
Subscribe to watch the latest interviews: bit.ly/1R1Fd6w
Episode debuted nationwide in 2026.
