A Hunter's Legacy

There’s something about the first time a Minnesotan hits the Montana ridges—it humbles a man quick. For Peter Herzog, that move west wasn’t just about chasing bigger bulls—it was about building a life from the ground up.

Originally from small-town Minnesota, Peter’s story is full of grit, risk, and elk bugles echoing through the timber. He shares what it’s really like to go from managing a 30-man spray foam business to chasing elk across state lines, hunting 7 to 11 states a year, and raising five kids out near Bozeman.

This episode digs into the tangled mess of land access in the West—why apps like LandTrust have locals up in arms, how Montana’s outfitting laws create a gray area, and why private land’s not always as simple as a “yes” or “no.” Peter doesn’t sugarcoat it, either—he lays out the cultural clash between Midwest whitetail hunters and the Western mindset, and why chasing elk isn’t just different terrain—it’s a whole different code.

From building businesses to bowhunting bulls to parenting in wild country, Peter brings a perspective that’s raw, honest, and damn sure earned.

Give it a listen, and pass it on to the hunters who dream of heading west.

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She’s lived in eight states, fought wildfires in the Rockies, and worked inside some of hunting’s biggest companies. In this episode, Lexi sits down with Mitchell to talk about the long road from wildland firefighting to bowhunting, burnout, and rediscovering purpose beyond the industry grind.

From the back of a fire buggy to the marketing offices of Huntwise and Bowtech, Lexi’s story peels back the curtain on the hunting world—the corporate buyouts, the influencer culture, and the real people getting lost in the mix. She’s seen the good and the ugly, and she isn’t afraid to tell the truth about both.

But this isn’t just a story about walking away. It’s about getting back to what matters: soil, health, and legacy. Lexi shares how years on the road, long seasons away from home, and a growing disillusionment with consumerism pushed her toward regenerative agriculture and holistic living—where the goal isn’t more, it’s meaningful.

From Colorado elk hunts to Michigan whitetails, she’s learned that sometimes stepping away from the chase is the only way to find what you were really hunting for all along.

🎧 Listen in for grit, honesty, and a reminder that legacy runs deeper than the next tag.

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Some stories don’t start in the woods—they start with family, hard work, and a few twists life throws along the way. Forrest Been of Arkansas knows that better than most. A husband, stepdad, veteran, and roofing contractor, Forrest has lived a life built on grit and balance. From learning the ropes of trapping alongside his grandfather to competing in family squirrel hunts on Thanksgiving mornings, his hunting roots run deep.

In this episode, Forrest opens up about what hunting means to him now—raising kids, chasing mature bucks, and making the switch to bowhunting after years of gun hunts. He talks about the struggle and reward of getting close, the discipline that archery demands, and the one buck that kept him guessing for four seasons before he finally sealed the deal.

But this conversation isn’t just deer stories. Forrest shares his military journey as a mechanic in the Army Reserve, his hidden passion for art, and the role his wife and kids play in keeping him grounded. With campfire honesty, he reminds us that hunting isn’t just about trophies—it’s about the lessons, the laughs, and the legacies passed down.

Listen in for a mix of humility, humor, and hard-earned wisdom from a regular guy chasing big dreams in the Arkansas woods.

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Some hunts are about the woods. Others are about the journey a man takes to get there. Samuel, a 33-year-old military veteran from West Virginia, has worn a lot of hats—soldier, coal broker, business consultant, TV show founder, and now co-host of Hunt Life with his wife. But at his core, he’s still the kid who picked up a BB gun at four years old and never put it down.

In this episode, he talks with Mitchell about what it means to chase the North American Super Slam—29 big game species across the continent—and the price, both financial and physical, that comes with it. From bow malfunctions in Illinois to running ridge lines in New Zealand, Samuel shares hunts gone wrong, lessons from his grandfather, and the grit it takes to keep pushing forward.

The two dive into heated debates on cell cameras, drones, and hunting ethics, trade stories on Matthews bows and gimmicky gear, and laugh over those embarrassing “what just happened” moments every hunter has. But through it all, Samuel’s message is simple: surround yourself with people who get it, keep your priorities straight, and never forget why you started.

This isn’t a conversation about fame or trophies. It’s about legacy, hard-earned wisdom, and the hunt that never really ends.

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The story of Brett Morris isn’t polished—it’s built on cracked boots, busted arrows, and a stubborn drive that never lets up. A blue-collar construction worker from the Midwest, Brett has balanced long days on the job with even longer sits in the stand, chasing deer, turkey, and anything else that calls the woods home.

His hunting story started at 13, tagging along with his dad. Back then, sports had most of his attention. But by 15, the pull of hunting weekends outweighed the roar of the crowd, and Brett found himself hooked for life. From his first bow—an unforgiving Oneida Screaming Eagle with no let-off—to his more recent obsession with filming hunts on a Canon setup, Brett has walked the long road from scrawny kid to seasoned bowhunter.

This episode digs into it all: the unforgettable misses that still draw laughs around the campfire, the gear habits he swears by (and the new tricks that almost tempt him), and the monsters that roam just down the road—like a neighbor’s 217-inch bow buck. Along the way, Brett talks about the friendships built through hunting, from local buddies to unexpected connections made through TikTok and the hunting community at large.
Brett’s story is one of grit, humility, and staying true to what works. Whether it’s sticking to tried-and-true broadheads or calling out reckless long shots, he carries the voice of a hunter who puts respect for the animal above all else.

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Some stories start with blue jeans, old rifles, and lessons from Dad—and Levi Mason’s is no different. Growing up in west-central Illinois, Levi tagged his first turkey at eight, his first buck at ten, and never looked back. These days, he’s balancing life as a husband, father of two girls, Regional Director with the National Wild Turkey Federation, and a land professional helping folks chase the same dreams he’s lived.

In this episode, Levi shares how food plots, neighbors’ sightings, and a lucky call for permission turned into a farm that now holds “Mel,” a buck pushing 200 inches and the only deer on his hit list this fall. He opens up about shed hunting heartbreaks, lessons learned from shady outfitters, and the changes he’s seen in Illinois deer hunting over the past two decades.

From embarrassing donut-fueled mishaps in the woods to hard truths about deer evolving under hunting pressure, Levi’s stories bring equal parts humor and wisdom. It’s the kind of campfire talk that makes you nod, laugh, and remember why we all get up before daylight.

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Some kids grow up playing video games—Clint grew up as his dad’s “live trail camera,” sitting in a tree stand before he was even strong enough to pull a bow. In this episode, Iowa native Clint shares the stories that shaped him as a hunter, from shooting his first deer with a bow at just nine years old to tagging along on northern Minnesota bear hunts with a VHS camera in hand.

Clint talks about his years chasing ducks and building blinds that rarely got used, the lessons learned trapping raccoons and mink, and the shift from hang-on stands to saddle hunting for the mobility it offers. Along the way, he and Mitchell swap laughs over junk vehicles, busted gear, squirrel-chewed tree stand seats, and the expensive rabbit hole of new hunting tech.

It’s a conversation about more than just deer—it’s about family traditions, the grit of figuring things out the hard way, and why some of the best hunting memories don’t end with a trophy on the wall. Whether it’s bowhunting cold Iowa mornings, running bear baits up north, or working permission ground that’s “basically public,” Clint’s stories carry the kind of real-world hunting wisdom you can’t fake.

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Some hunters chase trophy racks. Chris Cannon chases stories worth telling. Hailing from southeast Tennessee by way of Georgia, Chris has been bowhunting since he was a kid—pulled into a tree with a rope by his dad and learning the ropes from his Uncle Jimbo. Over the years, he’s built a reputation not just as a skilled hunter, but as a storyteller, cameraman, and content creator for mom-and-pop hunting brands across the country.

In this episode, Chris and Mitchell swap tales of urban deer hunts that rival Midwest giants, the struggles and heartbreaks of a season gone wrong, and the months-long redemption arc that ended with a buck called “Iron Giant.” They dive into the gear that works, the patience it takes to self-film bow hunts, and how one random Facebook clip of his uncle in an “eye womb suit” racked up 18 million views.

From running a family-based YouTube channel to navigating the wild west of TikTok, Chris shares lessons learned about hunting media, embracing the hate, and why authenticity always beats polish. Along the way, the two touch on hot-button topics like drones, cell cams, and the gray areas in hunting laws—without pulling any punches.

Whether it’s urban hunting before it was trendy, finding big deer in small parcels, or seeing a sunrise with a red fox at 20 yards, Chris Cannon brings a mix of grit, humor, and hard-earned wisdom that every hunter will recognize.

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It started with a poor country boy chasing squirrels in the Louisiana woods and turned into a lifetime of chasing big game across the country. Roy Withers grew up in the swamps, running coon dogs and deer hunting, eventually finding a way to fund his out-of-state hunts by pulling century-old cypress logs from bayous and turning them into bar tops and furniture. His stories weave through public-land giants, the politics of hunting along the Mississippi River, and the gritty reality of growing up without a hunting mentor.

Roy shares the lessons that shaped him—from learning patience in the deer stand to taking troubled kids and veterans on hunts that changed their lives. He talks about Louisiana’s hidden big-buck pockets, the swamp’s “duck hunter barter system,” and how chasing inches eventually gave way to chasing experiences. From 175-inch whitetails at home to elk in Utah and moose in Alaska, Roy’s path is anything but ordinary.

Pull up a chair for a conversation full of grit, generosity, and good storytelling—the kind you only get from a man who’s lived it.

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Some stories smell like fresh-cut hay and sound like a gravel road under old tires. This one’s got both. Rusty grew up in the hills and hollers of southwest Missouri—working hayfields at five years old, chasing turkeys that scratched through cow manure, and hunting deer long before camo came in brand names. In this conversation, he shares decades of grit, humor, and lessons learned from farming, law enforcement, and a lifetime in the outdoors.

From food plots that wither in drought, to climate shifts that turn November hunts into T-shirt weather, Rusty lays it out plain—how weather, predators, and changing farm life have shaped the deer and turkey populations in his county. He doesn’t shy away from hot topics either: crossbows vs. compounds, baiting laws, CWD politics, and the pressures TV hunting culture puts on everyday hunters.

But the heart of Rusty’s story comes through in the moments that matter most—watching his wife take a buck during chemo, seeing his daughter drop her first deer, and remembering the old days when the check-in station was the town square. It’s a conversation about keeping hunting real, respecting each other’s choices, and passing on the legacy without losing the joy.

Pull up a chair at deer camp—this is one worth hearing start to finish.

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