ElkShape

Today we’re dissecting mountain whitetail bucks on public land with Troy Pottenger—a legendary whitetail subject-matter expert with decades of hard-earned experience. Troy breaks down how he prospects for big, cagey mountain bucks, the role trail cameras actually play in his system, and how he identifies and hunts community scrapes in rugged terrain.We dive deep into the topography he looks for, how mature bucks travel through mountainous country, and how to read the landscape to stay one step ahead. Troy also shares an incredible story that highlights just how tough whitetails truly are, along with practical shot-placement advice—how to avoid deflection, where to aim based on stand height, and why he chooses not to use a rangefinder.This episode is packed with real-world mountain whitetail tactics you won’t hear anywhere else.

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Dan jumps on the mic for a quick bonus episode with a timely reminder you don’t want to miss.Elk draw deadlines are creeping up fast, and if you’re serious about hunting elk every year, you need more than luck — you need a system.Dan breaks down how to track deadlines, plan your states, and stack the odds in your favor so you’re not sitting on the sidelines each fall wondering what went wrong.Then the conversation shifts.He dives into the world of “influencing”… how ElkShape got started, what this platform has grown into, and what he actually hopes to influence people to do with their lives.Spoiler:It’s not buying gear.It’s becoming stronger men.Better dads.More prepared hunters.Living with intention and building a legacy that lasts.

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Live from deer camp in South Texas, the fellas break down real-world observations after putting multiple flagship broadheads through a dozen bucks over the course of the week. What worked, what surprised them, and what matters when it counts. As a bonus, Dan puts his buddy Cody in the hot seat to uncover how a Texas resident somehow manages to have an elk tag in his pocket year after year.

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Join Dan of ElkShape and MFJJ of Podium Archer as they break down all the details for the 2026 Elk Immersion.This annual event is built for hunters who want to dedicate multiple days to sharpening their archery skills and elevating their elk-hunting craft. The fellas dive into what makes Elk Immersion different—live elk butchering, Joel Turner’s ShotIQ course, and Mark Livesay of Treeline Academy teaching the skills and art of e-scouting—plus much more.

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Join Dan as he breaks down next-level strategies for planning your first elk hunt. From how to properly vet outfitters—and separate the good ones from the bad—to cutting through the noise and confusion that overwhelms most first-timers, this episode gives you clear, practical guidance so you can plan with confidence and hunt with purpose.

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Join Dan on today’s episode as he announces several big updates heading into 2026.

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Today, Dan sits down with fellow passionate bowhunter Zach from western Oregon to break down his pursuit of a high-country public-land blacktail. The conversation goes beyond tactics and terrain, diving into the often unspoken reality of hunting as a selfish pursuit—and how it can evolve into something deeper and more spiritual. Together, they unpack the balance between work, family, and time in the mountains, and challenge listeners to examine the why behind their hunt. This episode is an honest reflection on purpose, discipline, and what the pursuit truly gives back.

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Dan sits down with Cody Rich, founder of Bridger Watch, and puts him on the hot seat. They dive straight into the hard questions—when this watch will actually be ready for market, what separates it from every other smartwatch on the shelf, and why it matters for serious backcountry users.Cody breaks down what Bridger Watch can do for fitness, from performance tracking to real-world durability, and how it’s being built with hunters and mountain athletes in mind—not office desks. They also get into mapping and navigation in the backcountry, including how the watch is designed to function when you’re off-grid and miles from help.A no-fluff conversation about timelines, technology, and whether Bridger Watch can live up to the expectations of people who depend on their gear when failure isn’t an option.

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Today we’re sitting down with Scott Engles, manager of All Sport Powersports and an avid bowhunter. The guys break down the ongoing shenanigans unfolding in Washington State involving Fish and Game and the Wildlife Commission—where state politics collide head-on with wildlife management and hunter access.

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Today Dan sits down with Carl Jocumsen—Australia’s most accomplished bass angler and a relentless example of chasing a dream against the odds. Carl grew up in Toowoomba, Queensland, where his passion for fishing took hold early. He entered his first bass tournaments at just 14 and went on to dominate the Australian circuit for more than a decade, earning multiple ABT victories, three Angler of the Year titles, a televised AFC Series win, and the prestigious Grand Final Championship.

In 2010, Carl made the bold decision to leave Australia and pursue the Bassmaster Elite Series in the United States. After four grinding years of learning a completely new fishery system, he made history as the first Australian to qualify among the world’s top 100 Elite Series anglers. He has since earned multiple top-10 finishes, appeared on Bassmaster Live, and qualified for his second Bassmaster Classic in 2024.

In 2019, Carl captured his first Elite Series win on Lake Tenkiller, taking home the coveted Blue Trophy.With unshakable belief, the backing of his family, sponsors, and fans, Carl continues to push forward—competing in the 2024 Bassmaster Elite Series and inspiring anglers around the world. This is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what it really takes to bet on yourself.

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