Forged in Fire & Life: Brian Rognholt’s Journey Through Steel and Survival Episode Description: In Episode 17 of Behind The Anvil Podcast, host Michael Peterson sits down with Brian J Rognholt for a deep dive into a life shaped by fire, steel, and resilience. Brian shares how his blacksmithing journey began back in 1988, evolving from making simple crosses to tackling complex architectural ironwork and massive Damascus blades. The two swap behind-the-scenes stories from their time on Forged in Fire, revealing the intense pressures of filming, unexpected setbacks like broken blades, and the reality of competing under the clock. From gritty forge conditions in Brooklyn to the challenges of TV editing, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to perform on camera. Beyond the forge, Brian opens up about serious health battles,  ...