A Conversation with Jesse James

[@MyBiggiebig]

I was always a fan, from the first show of the Discovery Series, then I had the amazing experience of sitting next to Jesse on a 4 hour flight from Newark to Austin about 3 years ago. I was sitting in my seat when he came onboard and sat down next to me. I said, "well, I'm safe on this flight, I have the Pope sitting next to me." He laughed, put out his hand, and said "I'm Jesse". The next 4 hours was the best schooling I ever had. I was in between jobs and his words of wisdom, honest talk and perspective set me back on course. He is the genuine article. The real deal. And every penny he has made, he earned. Forget the tattoos and mystique. This is a solid smart and good human being. All the best Jesse, and thanks for the ride!

[@morejelloplease]

@@BoilinHotOil1 I met them both on lake Austin and towed their boat lol

[@VerissimusAurelius]

I had the same experience as a pilot flying a private jet for Pearl Jam. I met Eddie Vedder and Stone, thinking they were the "roadies" and it was really great to find out later they were the famous stars...and folks loved it when i posted that on youtube for eddies ukulele performance...folks LOVED knowing they werre the real deal.....I also started watching Discovery when Jesse started...did you ever see the trip he took with Kid Rock to Mexico? He is watching these kids piled in the back of this pickup...a ton of them...and him and kid rock say "that is freedom baby" or something like that....and how you can't do it in America...I love Jesse...he is the rebel spirit of America. we need more like him.

[@burnout9069]

It's funny siting back with a bit of life experience. Seeing thing personally and that from others around you. It's all to easy to judge standing on the outside looking in. You hear a story and with out thought people are quick to slander a man with out question. Until it happened to you, then you see how easy people, even friends will turn their backs believing some bullshit with out digging deeper. Yeah Jesse fucked up. And royally at that. No doubt that taints any man. But, he also came forward, openly admitting his mistakes. Not for press, not for fame. He was asked first. He never brought the topic up himself. How many people would do the same in a room full of family and friends watching you? Not to fucking many a can tell you. All to many times I've seen those who preach or moth off the loudest are the once whome vanish when their wrongs are shown. Hate the man or love him. But see him as a whole for the years he's become. Not the 5 minutes of stupidity. Fame can change any one. Don't think for a moment, you would be so (edit) graceful given thes same opertunities.

[@vibes3360]

Tattoos? What are you talking about?

[@markfryer9880]

That was a good comment to read. Thanks for making such an interesting comment.

[@ForOdin]

“People spend millions a year on therapy, I beat shit with a hammer”, that quote struck a cord with me, and it’s something I took to heart. I love fabricating, forming things with fire and hammers, and when I finish, I feel relaxed, satisfied, calm.

[@martinharris5017]

Exactly, the garage is my therapy session and my psychiatrist couch. Weld, grind, hammer and paint the stress away.

[@thehammer_7840]

100 percent!

[@murkstalinskitm5334]

Everybody that owns or runs a company needs to listen to this dude.

[@mobiledetail4you]

Every inspiring entrepreneur especially...

[@plopez5392]

Yup

[@predigested]

why is that?

[@nigelweldon6761]

@@mobiledetail4you m

[@walterperrault]

This has to be the best interview I ever watched of Jessie, he is the most down to earth, honest no bullshit, inspiring mani ever seen in my lifetime. He never quit or sold-out he remains true to himself

[@abundance8074]

Honest? I don't think so.

[@l80bug11]

I've been a Jesse fan since 2001, genuine dude. Great interview, thank you!

[@braapchop5925]

BoilinHot is a soy boy.

[@justingarnick6021]

I named my son Jesse James. Always appreciated the work ethic of JJ and try to teach my son the importance of doing what u love. He’s still keeping it real

[@white_devil73]

I don't care what anyone says. The man is good at what he does. He's made mistakes like we all have and he's owned them. People hate him because he's real and honest.

[@BattleGroundElite]

People hate him cause he is an asshole. Pure and simple. Jesse has mad skills etc. I am not saying anything about that. But his attitude...

[@bigbenstivers7717]

I did 20 years in the Navy retired as a Chief avation structural mechanic then got my airframes and power plant license, stayed another 30 years in the avation industry. I just retired again . The years I spent working for , with and the ones that worked for me. I thought them that your work IS your Signature be proud in what you do. And thank GOD that you have the chance to do so. Jesse is a perfect example and teacher in my book . Thank you from Big Ugly Ben AMSC USN Ret.

[@diamondmetalworks13]

The older i get the more I appreciate Jesse and his outlook on life and business. As a kid it was just all about the cool bikes. It’s so much deeper then that. Great interview

[@charliedougherty5833]

I am 55 years old and a great worker,all my life I have been looking for a boss that would see my potential but never had a boss like Jesse ,nothing but respect for you Mr. James.

[@joevald3]

I can't get enough of Jesse James . I'm much older Jesse . But I have to admire his honesty . What he says about work is absolutely true . Work is the best thing anyone can do . Makes a person feel the worth something . They have value . And he never forgets his friends .. Which is important .

[@mightress]

@@BoilinHotOil1 hoorah, he cheated in her like many other men/women do. Happens alot but the media blew it all out of proportion. They divorced, both went on with thier lifes.

[@kenthomson4627]

I was moved by James’ observation that work is where you should be able to go to focus and to achieve and to find relief from the tribulations of daily life. Smart man.

[@xisleprez]

That was one of the best interviews I've ever seen on Jesse. He's definitely grown to become a real stand up guy in my opinion, not only with his craft but as a man, a father.

[@flexjay87]

Jesse has evolved from a young , confused, bad ass kid, to a real inspired adult leader for his family and employee's. That is something to be proud of.

[@bruggmanbrandon5272]

He was a head security guard at a concert and watched his men kill a innocent concert attendee...... he's the definition of trash..

[@TmcIIIvideo]

Everything he decides to do he perfects! Talented is an understatement.......genuine and real!

[@heavilysalted_msg3264]

most wholesome thing I have ever seen is Jesse Friggin James get teary eyed by the thought of being an inspiration to complete and utter strangers, dude is the real deal.

[@Gcal1956]

JJ and kid rock riding thru Mexico on bikes built by JJ was one of the best video he has ever done. JJ is a true craftsmen. American pride in the flesh.

[@ScottyLo]

The copper bike and the Mexican copper dude selling copper pots on that ride was funny stuff. I loved the tv shows back then. ☠️

[@jeepdude7359]

I am proud to accept him as an official Texan! He honestly just seems happier here... well, that is until July and August!!

[@kenny8351]

LOL

[@RedneckBaller]

Buying tools every pay check is something I was told by a boss years ago and still do it

[@shanewoolsey940]

I was born in 1965 and I had those 70's parents. Saturday family night, pizza and roller disco. Sunday afternoon, hot dogs at the drag strip. Choppers were part of pop culture in the 70's and I was obsessed with them. Later in life I became addicted to heroin (a long and ugly story) and when I was fighting to kick, I saw the first motorcycle mania. I'm not going to say Mr. James saved my life, but he sure was inspiring. I moved back to the sticks, learned how to weld and now make an honest living. I haven't even spoken to a cop in years.

[@canders7133]

Jesse: (at 21:25) ...”what do you know about life ...if you’ve never broken anything?”... That’s the hard truth. None of us want to break ourselves, our relationships, our businesses ...whatever. We just do because we are a broken people in a broken world. Christ said: “In this world you will have trouble”. I know I’ve broken more than my share of all the above. God loved me anyway and gave his Son for me/those broken moments. That’s why I love Jesus! Mac, your interview with JJ was so genuinely well done I subscribed ...and I rarely subscribe to any of these content providers. Bravo! ...seriously BRAVO!

[@braapchop5925]

Awesome comment...

[@mariomuz8]

yeh awesome comment god bless you

[@ALL_that_ENDS]

Wow, never seen Jesse just casually talking about his work, without the sense of contradicting the interviewer. Even chocked up talking about it. Great work

[@ld3941]

idk how many years. That I have known about Jesse James but this guy just knows life. True inspiration!

[@lpis45]

One of the best interviews I've seen. Our youth could learn a lot from Jesse and others like him. Seems like we are loosing craftsman like him. Best of luck.

[@LPJMagicmusic]

It seems that way because we are all connected via the internet so you see the lazy people in force. But i believe or hope anyway that theres always going to be great minds like his around

[@gregorytimmons4777]

There are more people with more metalworking talent today than ever before.

[@chuckdawkins2747]

Ive often thought that about work. That it should clear your mind from personal life and life should clear your mind from work.

[@gordonbombay676]

As someone who was a manager for 8 years, you'll find quickly 80% of people don't look at it that way. I used to hear sob stories of everything everyone had going on outside of work. And never put my own problems on anyone at work. But always had to fix everyone elses problems. I used to tell people this should be a happy place. As soon as you walk though the front door at work you have nothing else to worry about until its time to go home. And people would think i was crazy for saying that.

[@sammyb.6129]

You are alot happier in life if you enjoy your job .... I get the part about working thru all of the hurt and pain...it keeps your mind off it.. For those 8 to 10 12 15 hours I used to stay way over at work just to get thru personal shit....

[@brentb5303]

It's a double edge sword. I've always done really well in my career but watched my home life crumble. Work is easy if your not lazy. Personal time isn't based on monetary gain and is much more nuanced.

[@alphamail6269]

Jesse James is an absolute Legend what a great interview thank you

[@johnkolinoff8591]

Alphamail 626 - Yes I agree..

[@alanward64aw]

I was baptized in a West coast chopper shirt

[@staceynico]

Train employees to a standard so that they can leave, Treat them so that they don't want to......

[@brandongollach]

Yup

[@royjonesrampage6684]

or dont do that and make money more easily.buissnesses are assholes but so are employees world is made of assholes who cares if asshole in power fucks over the weaker asshole(great band name btw "asshole in power" or "weak asshole" XD)

[@erickgregoryful]

Exactly. Right on time! Stacey

[@DanITGuy]

Exactly! Perfectly said!

[@DanITGuy]

Thank you Jesse! Your wisdom always leaves me in awe! So many companies these days treat you like a hammer, use you, and throw you away... America Needs More MEN Like You! Nobody's perfect, which is great! Its those imperfections that teach you who you are. Treat others like they matter and your friends will be many!

[@mustie1]

he got me into what l do today,

[@davestout844]

Betcha he'd like some of your home made bikes, they're all pretty neat.

[@mikegarcia2940]

Same here became a pipe welder because he made shop work look awesome!

[@AL-np5br]

Do you work at sizzler

[@Cerdo_asqueroso]

Same here. Thanks to him I became a recognized neurologist

[@jitsroller]

@@AL-np5br that's actually funny. No dis on the other comment but Jesse set it up and you put it down.

[@billdarnell5650]

Jesse was kind enough to take time out of his schedule to give me a tour of his shop in Long Beach. He has been a friend of my daughter all through school. I remember him as an ambitious kid into his adult years. I'm proud of you Jessie.

[@enriquesantanajr.4537]

I've always been one to admire Jesse James from the first time I heard of and saw his craftmanship. From his push of creativity in his choppers to his sincerity and even with the realness of his personal life. This interview only adds to the respect I already have for him. A Living Legacy = Mr. Jesse James.

[@kustomhooligans]

SPUR Leadership+ That was easily one of, if not the BEST JJ interviews I have ever seen! My family has had the toughest 3 years of our lives from April 2016, until now. I have a shop in Detroit where I restore and build cars & motorcycles and after the emotional trauma (for lack of a better word, actually that's a good summary) I closed my shop Dec 2017 and started to look at myself and my life and decided I seriously needed to change some things and now Im revamping everything, adjusting my focus, a little and relaunching my shop and even though I've been down this road when I first started, I have no safety net or family to help should things go sideways and there's no room whatsoever for mistakes. On one hand, I appreciate what I have, my familly, machinery, my talent, MY HANDS lol And this interview was exactly what I needed to hear tonight (its 4:08am and I'm actually working still while I listened to this, work never stops, which is an amazing thing!) Thanks Again for posting this. I hope a lot of people got as much out of it as I did!

[@ralphdavis2107]

Watching this interview, I gained a whole new respect for Jesse James.

[@tabcobra]

I’ve been a iron fence builder for many years, and just about every time I weld I think of Jesse James and how he’d do it.

[@jodyb91581]

I enjoyed this interview so much. I watched it twice. “Work should be salvation” is one of my favorite quotes of all time. Do what you love and love what you do. I appreciate this video!

[@nickmajdanski]

"Work should be Salvation." Best quote for those of us with a great work ethic.

[@jessefincher]

I love this guy. He is so real and honest. And he is also funny. I like the voices he uses when telling his stories.😆

[@pscottbx]

....see the Brian Brazeal style hammer!

[@anthonymiller8989]

Tony & Susan here, We met Jesse in 2001 at Sturges Rally , he was in turmoil with the show due to booth placement. But as soon as we walk in to his booth he stopped and spent time with us so friendly and accommodating. Watched all his Shit and love it . The real deal for sure. And I have broken many bones some at work and some at play , kind of feel a kindred spirit with this guy.

[@RichardGarcia-fz8be]

this is his best interview to date, he seems calm now.

[@chopper1168]

Jesse James is a inspiration to all who work with there hands. I love his attitude. He shows you hard work pays off and that the only thing holding you back is yourself.

[@markblankenship5788]

I could listen to Jesse for hours on end. His fab skills are incredible! Such an awesome dude

[@brianpersons8007]

I love storys like these .i was adopted by my grandparents an it was the best life .24yrs ago grandma past away i got a really nice gift from grandma an i bought everything to start what you do but i had a bad thing happend an i lost everything know im homeless watching i could of done but i am clean20 an sober 40yrs .just serviving .love this god bless you .brian p sonoma ca

[@earlbond007]

Thanks for doing this interview Jesse James is such a great example of what can happen when someone just doesn't give up and keeps pushing and still cares for those around him

[@craigttc]

My friend was his counselor at the juvenile hall in Riverside Ca. When we visited him at his shop in Long Beach where he owned the entire block, he took time off his schedule to talk to us and as we were about to leave he said take as much merchandise as you guys want. I think we took one or two West Coast Choppers shirts each and left with big smiles.

[@jeremywinston7199]

I think Jesse is genius!! I was rather shocked when he did those biker build offs with the Teutels and lost. I don't think the ppl that judged that competition really knew how skilled he really is. He didn't just cookie cutter a bike together. He hand crafted most of the parts himself. Not to mention his bikes actually hold enough gas to actually go somewhere.

[@tomupchurch4911]

Sounds like it was a bolt-on competition so at the end of the day he really didn't lose.

[@Popwarner-x1w]

@@tomupchurch4911 as long as they were buying Jessie's parts. That's all he cared about

[@timyattaw162]

I can relate. Jesse is a real person with a real dream. Loved everything I saw with him on television. Inspired greatly. Never stop being you.

[@KC-jq9kw]

I really like this guy. He is so talented and yet works so hard and not arrogant.

[@jonny555ive]

Your story about your grandma hit home with my heart. My grandma and I were best friends and I lost her at age 12 also. My heart really goes out to you sir, I COMPLETELY understand.

[@64crew4x4]

I started following Jessie shortly before Monster garage.... I have a MAC TOOLS monster Garage tool box I still pack tools in today.... I build outside the box custom stuff for Subaru and 4x4 rigs...I loved watching the shows because it gave me ideas and other outside the box creations.... great interview.... I too would enjoy shaking this mans hand one day...

[@izzynutz2000]

My father was a machinist and a machine salesman. . I grew up with a machine shop in my basementat nine years old I was making my own parts for my mini bike running a lathe or running a mill.. fabrication is 90% satisfaction to make something from nothing was the biggest life lesson I learned that is my salvation I can apply that to any aspect of my life.. keep On keepin On Jessie... Satisfaction is guaranteed in our lives because we make it so

[@seanmesaehable]

Great job with the interview. I would love to see more interviews with people who don't need a four-year college degree that do amazing things

[@markwarren5644]

He got a lucky break, there are a LOT of talented metal working fabricators out there who make incredible things, he was just in the right place at the right time. I'm not baggin him, but he's not the best I've seen, personally. If you have skills pass them on. JJ wasn't born with the knowledge, he was taught, and had the passion to create.

[@rtkl13]

@@markwarren5644 everyone is taught... and having a creative background just makes you that much better. In Jesse's defense I would not say he's the greatest ever, but there isn't too many people out there who possess the level of fabrication skills that he has and in so many areas.

[@P51]

Mark Warren they are EVERYWHERE...not unique for no-college (or high school dropouts) to be HUGELY successful

[@markwarren5644]

@@rtkl13 I live in a mostly rural area, some of the old timers I know have forgotten more than JJ will ever know. I knew a man who built and flew his own airplane back in the 50s. He could take anything apart and put it back together, from clocks and engines of any kind. He made furniture and his own working civil war replica cannon! I don't think the man ever slept, I do know he wasn't seeking fame or fortune, just doing what he loved/needed to do, to provide for his family and help others.

[@rtkl13]

@@markwarren5644 that's good, and you are right I have no doubt that there is some of these fellas you talk about. Jesse learned a lot from these type of men also

[@havingfun8192]

I was a huge fan of Jesse before and after west coast choppers blew up. Always loved to work with steel and weld things myself so I saw him as inspiration. After watching this interview he’s got more respect from me now then ever before. Great guy and a great interview.

[@mad4tarmac]

him and Indian larry my all time faves.

[@douglasfathers4848]

The only thing that could make this planet a better place is more people like Jesse James .

[@stevenwilson920]

Well if Jesse reads these comments, when you were in Gillette Wy back in maybe 2009, you had some guys interview a 70 year old welder, Mr. Harland Hess, he passed away a couple years later... he was a character and was freakin stoked that he chatted with you..and if you had the interview it would be cool to see it, he was a story teller!!🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@daviddavis6855]

It was good to see Jesse look like he is enjoying life his work an his family, I used to love to watch him do metal work on television I learned a lot by watching Jesse he is a master craftsmen. God bless you Jesse an God bless America.

[@BATworkshop]

outstanding interview. It is always a pleasure to listen to jesse james speak, he is truely a inspiration

[@ethansprofile6670]

The depth of a person's character is built on the lessons and mistakes of life. God Bless you Jesse and Mac!

[@richardolson5880]

Spectacular interview. Sooo rare for me to watch something all the way through. Been a fan of Jesse for a long time, one of the few people I truly admire. Great job!

[@DumpsterMarcus]

I watched jesse james since I was a kid and still LOVE watching anything he is on or interviewed for. such an awesome dude!

[@iceman308]

Love this man. He is a great inspiration for anyone and everyone. I've followed him and his work for years and consider him a great and respective person. Trails and tribulations have shown him to be a good and honest man.

[@coreya4825]

Highly inspirational brother! I met you in sturgis over 25 years ago. Always supported you and still rock my WCC gear! No expression!=Depression! My motto in life, and so true from us artisans and craftsmen! Love you man! From CBCinc.

[@michaelboyle9512]

He's always been an inspiration to me. I got into metal working by watching him. Well shit, I'm still in metal work and still striving to learn, and still watching him for lessons.

[@jacobjohnson8131]

Great job...ive worked a lot of jobs..but most of my life i have helped and worked for my dad..at junk yards and carlots...welding fabrication..all kinds of stuff...Jesse James has always been a hero..idol to me...he is so smart and such a great guy...i would love the opportunity to learn from him..he knows so much about metal..i wish i knew a 10nth a what he does about metal and building stuff...thank you

[@caragraham6154]

I've always been a big fan of Jesse James and West Coast Chopper's. His talent , intelligence and devotion to his passion is very inspiring.

[@southern04man]

I been a carpenter for 34 years and jesse from his first show got me interested in working with metal. I was glued to that tv watching him beat that sheetmetal on that cusion stool and ending up with a fender. Still my favorite show.

[@dougedwards5042]

Wow, jesse james if read the comments on this podcast I hope you read this one, man it's so refreshing to finally see someone with the same beliefs about the workforce whether you hire in for someone or you are hiring them to work for you treat people with respect the union rodbuster slash ironworker for many years talk about a cut-throat way of life work like a slave with no appreciation glad to see you there are people in this world with some decency as a employer thanks for restoring my faith in a world full of Cutthroats

[@MrRay3801]

The part where he talks about work being a salivation from all the troubles in your life really resonates with me.....I've always felt that way about my jobs. I've made every mistake a person can make and when going through those tough times I always felt relief when heading into work because I could escape for 8 to 10 hours a day and get my mind right. What a great interview!

[@waitaminute-vw9hf]

No matter what is going on in my life, work has always been good for me. I feel sorry for people that don't like work. It must be miserable for them.

[@ryanschaff123]

Same here, my work is my hobby, if I wasn’t doing it at work I would be paying to do it at home in my garage in my spare time. After 12 years I’m still excited every morning driving to work. Can’t imagine how miserable suckers get through their life working a job they hate

[@KeatonsCarlott]

So pleased to know i responded to his questions with the same positive mindset. Always made food for my staff every 6 hours . We worked 9am to 3am. We were family. Everyone became the best at their skills and moved forward. I ran out of amazing people to groom. Now im omw to designing a new powertrain.

[@freshstart3555]

Jesse you are and have been an inspiration for me for many years. Your life experience and especially your Work Ethic. Keep It Real and God Bless You. Just down the road a bit in Texas

[@JnixMarshel]

He's a cool ass dude. I've been following him for a long time. I live close to his shop too in Austin. I've ran into him a couple times. Just a nice dude.

[@drewdavis4614]

Excellent interview, well done and I have to say Jessie is an amazing individual whom has taught many but also knows he learns from others all the time. Our boss at our marine propeller shop treats all of us like family and we would take a bullet for him. I am 58 and worked hard all my life and grind metal and use hammers etc. I am staying shape and spend 13 plus hours a day and love it. Jessie is inspiring to hear talk about his life. Thanks for doing this.

[@TangibleExistence]

Thank you Jesse for always being a source of inspiration to those us who have come-up hard and worked hard to survive adversity. I look forward to seeking employment with you or God willing a person of your character.

[@user-fq1fb9zn6g]

This dudes been an idol of mine for decades now. It’s excellent to see him doing so well. Especially in the city that gave other great people, like Stevie Ray Vaughan, the necessary space to develop their art and craft; a perfect place for fresh starts n such.

[@Yahecniv]

"I am thankful for all of it, for all the drama and stuff i've been through, because I couldnt be the man, dad, husband I am today if I didn't do all that stuff"

[@ImagesPuppets]

Best Interview Ever. Appreciated Jesse's Honesty. Been A Creative Business Owner For 40 Years. Love This Guy.

[@puchitopuchito6531]

Art ist what kind of business do you have if you don’t mind me asking !

[@FrankieFlood]

I've always believed that God put us on this Earth to share our talents with others and to witness about the greatness of God and the blessings He bestows on us all (even through trials and moments that leave us realizing that we are all less than perfect). I've followed Jesse since his early days of TV and as a metalworker and teacher he has been a role model for work ethic and striving for perfection. As a Christian I am proud to call him a brother now and I'm so happy for his most recent success and how he is sharing his Faith with others. Thank you for sharing this interview.

[@ruready4adventure743]

@frankieflood Praise the Lord! I'm believing and praying for Jesse. #JesusIsLord

[@ichoozjc]

Is Jesse James now a Christian?

[@brianmax8147]

@@ichoozjc A resounding YES ! Jesse loves our Lord Jesus the Christ and that nothing is possible without Him. I am also proud to call him a brother .

[@ichoozjc]

@@brianmax8147 Wow that's awesome! I couldn't find any articles or anything. You have any links? I'd like to share the news but no one will probably believe me, lol.

[@alstone5257]

Jesse there is so much to learn from you, in all aspects of the art of fabrication, business, and what it takes to succeed in all of it.

[@GG-bl2vm]

That was Awesome. So much respect for Jesse and how he lays things out, says things, and work ethic. Thank you for a great interview.

[@rlbagbrlbagb6930]

I worked for Roger Penske in Grand Rapids, Michigan on 3rd shift and we met Roger one night there, he came in and cooked our dept a steak dinner! If you ever see him again you can ask him about it ! 2001 - 2003!

[@brody5563]

Wish i had someone like jesse to push me. I want to do what i think i may be good at, but i settled for what pays the bills. Im very happy to know there are still employers like jesse who know their family.

[@bigworm6635]

SO AWESOME TO HEAR the old stories of my heroes ! Jesse, Boyd, Foose top three in the business of the custom world. Hope to meet Jesse and Foose one day. I guarantee I could be the full time custom painter for either one of them. Hope to have my name up there with the best of them

[@bobhoward6420]

People will leave. When they talk about your company you want them to say, "That was the best job I have ever had." Many will come back and bring someone with them. That is valuable.

[@MAJ_TADean]

One of Jesse’s best interviews. It was a truly inspirational pleasure to listen to his journey. Would love to meet him one day and watch him bang out something.

[@unitedstatesofbuild4915]

Ive always been a fan of Jesse. He's learned a lot the hard way. I havent seen him on anything for a while. I enjoyed this. Thanks

[@1969Kakashi]

I miss this dude...he needs his own channel. An original, honest craftsman for the blue collar man. Thanks interviewing him.

[@kevincrookshanks2896]

Ive always respected Jesse, liked the interview and admire him and his work even more.....thanks

[@racetrucks10]

Jesse I have mad respect for you brother! Over the last couple years I have had some really bad times. From broken back too the mother of my child and I splitting up too addiction. The words you just spoke drive me too do great things. You show everyone that only I can change my outcome In life! Thank you brother keep motivating people too do great things! An I know you know but the company I worked for treated me like a number. Like that broken hammer. That company is no failing and I'm convinced that's y. The quality of there products is substandard now. Keep up the great place too work and create and it will be successful. Thank you

[@joedecesere7033]

Jesse is so successful on many levels, because he realizes people are his organization's most valuable assets.

[@TheJagjr4450]

20 years ago while as an executive at an international Paper Company I painted my own vintage Corvette in my 2 car garage in a neighborhood... did it in the middle of the night to not draw attention to the fact... after hounding by other Corvette owners I painted some more cars... with every job I bought a new piece of equipment... now I have a shop, a paint booth, and more than enough equipment to do nearly any job with ZERO debt. Because I love doing flawless paint jobs I was very lax at keeping track of hours in the beginning... I realized after thousands of hours that I cheated myself out of MANY PIECES OF EQUIPMENT!!!

[@danielridley9740]

Should start a repair service on the i.p boilers

[@geneva760]

What an excellent interview - ethical hard working guy - well done Jesse (from AUSTRALIA)

[@woodywoodog258]

Dude is my hero. Literally has the attitude in life we should all have. Been through shit but still about the love and hard work.

[@sandocheese45]

Love Jessie, from Liverpool England. Legend 👍👍

[@devolta]

I asked Jesse if he would be interested in doing musical instruments. He respected it but wasn't interested. James making instruments, they'd be some of the finest pieces. Awesome guy.

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

He's human. We share the same name, he's made mistakes, he's successful, he's man made. God bless you J.J.

[@garylivingston9052]

I am glad that age has humbled this guy down a bit..20 years ago i could not stand the arrogance and need for attention that surrounded him,but now i definitely see a change for the better in him.He is very talented along with many,many others that do custom fab work for a living ,keep up the good work man! I love that forge!....thanks for sharing....god bless

[@bradymcphail9690]

Jesse James has been my Kindred Spirit since I saw the first documentary about him 20ish years ago. I too have been a welder/ fabricator for over 40 years and now a beginning blacksmith not to his success however. Metalworking is my passion, and I've dreamt of getting out on my own for several years to build my business. I also believe I have a calling to build a youth missions ministry that will share our faith, enable, and help so many. Jesse is a very inspiring man to me. I wish I had 1/2 the talent he has in his thumbnail, but my experience comes from the different spectrum of welding/fabrication industry. I have sub'd to the channel as I am a Christian an very interested in what Mac has to say as well.

[@johnnydknox]

My 15 year son would thrive in an environment like this .hopefully he meets a guy like jessie to push him and mentor him.

[@michaelleyva6820]

Absolute great insight into @popeofwelding - Jess hit right on the head in many areas, even the ones explaining how the mistakes he's made along the way has helped shaped & changed him into a better father, business owner & PERSON. I especially agree with him about what he said at the very end - ".. work should be salvation .. you know .. you should be able to come in and do you job and ESCAPE from everything, because you're so focused on doing something great that you shouldn't - work shouldn't be like "oh man, all this stuff going on & now I have to go in & work" NO, work should be like, that's where I go 'cause that's what I do .." Very true, work should be the escape & if you are doing something you love - it can become that "zone" - that safety net - in order to be able to throw everything you are into it & know that no matter what - you still have the skills to come out the other side. Somehow it will all work out the way it should - it may not be what you want BUT it can be the door to get to what you do WANT. Thanks Jesse & Mac for doing this & showing the world this interview. "It doesn't matter how rich or famous someone is - we're all still human"

[@robertvezina4783]

How many of Us could endure the gauntlet of trials and tests His fame threw at Him? Glad to have seen this piece that shows a Man mellowing into the realization of His Good Fortune and i don't mean the money. Be Well Jesse James...Health, Happiness and Blessings to You and Yours.

[@geremymackay1900]

What a great interview. I could listen to him all night long

[@puchitopuchito6531]

GEREMY Mackay put the video on replay 😃