In this episode, Kevin sits down with John Barklow, one of the most highly respected and knowledgeable experts in the outdoor industry. With decades of experience in backcountry hunting, mountain survival, gear design, and technical layering systems, John has helped shape how serious outdoorsmen and women prepare for harsh environments.

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Whether you’re into backpacking, hunting, mountaineering, overlanding, or backcountry skiing, this conversation is packed with practical, real‑world knowledge you can apply immediately.

If you want to become more prepared, more capable, and more confident outside, John Barklow is one of the best teachers you can learn from.

Kevin and Landen sit down with Jordan Sillars, host of the Blood Trails podcast, to talk about the intersection of hunting, the outdoors, and true-crime storytelling. Blood Trails blends real‑life outdoor mysteries, hunting‑related crimes, and backcountry investigations into gripping narrative episodes—and in this conversation, Jordan pulls back the curtain on how it all comes together.

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If you love hunting podcasts, true crime podcasts, or outdoor adventure stories—or you’ve ever wondered how a show like Blood Trails is researched and produced—this episode offers a unique look behind the scenes.

Kevin and Landen sit down with Adam from Weatherby, Inc. for an inside look at how one of the most respected rifle brands in the world designs and builds premium hunting rifles and high‑performance cartridges.

Adam walks through the full process from initial concept to the finished rifle in the field sharing how legacy, innovation, and real‑world hunting experience shape every Weatherby product.

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If you’re a big‑game hunter, rifle enthusiast, or looking to buy your next deer, elk, or western hunting rifle, this conversation will help you understand what sets Weatherby apart and what to look for in a truly field‑ready rifle.

Join Kevin and Landen as they sit down with Dr. Mike Chamberlain, “The Wild Turkey Doc” for a deep dive into wild turkey behavior, biology, and hunting strategy. Dr. Chamberlain is one of North America’s leading wild turkey researchers and a passionate turkey hunter, and he breaks down what his latest science means for turkey hunters in the field.

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Whether you hunt Easterns, Osceolas, Rio Grandes, Merriam’s, or hybrids, this conversation will help you find more birds, call smarter, and hunt more effectively—all while understanding the conservation work that keeps wild turkeys on the landscape.

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In this episode, we sit down with seasoned elk hunter and outdoorsman Rusty Smith to break down what it really takes to find consistent success in the elk woods. Elk hunting is not for the faint-hearted, and tagging bulls year after year is one of the toughest challenges in all of western big game hunting. Rusty shares the meticulous preparation he puts in before season, how he approaches scouting for elk, and how he reads terrain, sign, and seasonal patterns to stay on elk from opening day to the late season.

We dig into the art of perfecting your elk calling techniques, from location bugles to close-range setups, and talk about the patience and mental toughness required to execute when it matters most. Rusty also discusses how he optimizes his elk hunting gear, chooses setups based on conditions, and adapts his strategy when hunting pressure and weather change elk behavior. If you’re serious about improving your odds and becoming a more consistent elk hunter, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the strategies, mindset, and systems that lead to success in the elk mountains.

In this episode, the guys are back from a short break and dive straight into listener questions focused on elk hunting and backcountry performance. They break down practical mid‑season fitness tips to keep you strong and sharp in the field, along with strategies for staying mentally and physically ready when the grind of the season starts to catch up with you. The conversation covers what to do when elk are hard to locate, how to adjust your strategy when pressure moves animals, and how to read sign and terrain to relocate herds. They also share proven late‑season elk hunting tactics that can make all the difference when the weather turns cold, hunting pressure increases, and elk patterns change. Whether you’re in the middle of your elk season or planning your next move, this episode is packed with real‑world advice to help you stay in the game, hunt smarter, and improve your odds of success in the backcountry.

In this episode, we welcome David Houser, innovative engineer and part owner of Beast Broadheads, to talk about the world’s sharpest mechanical broadhead and its revolutionary design. David gives a behind‑the‑scenes look at the intricate challenges and triumphs involved in creating one of the most advanced hunting broadheads on the market. From engineering and design hurdles to manufacturing breakthroughs and field‑testing performance, he provides an insider’s perspective on what it takes to bring cutting‑edge broadhead technology from concept to the quiver of bowhunters around the globe. If you’re interested in archery gear, mechanical vs. fixed blade broadheads, or the future of hunting equipment innovation, this deep dive into Beast Broadheads and their design is a must‑listen.

For more on Beast Broadheads and David, check out Beast Broadheads – World’s Sharpest Mechanical Broadhead and follow David Houser (@davidhouser) on Instagram.

Host Landen Fidek sits down with Alaskan guide and professional hunter Adam Grenda from the popular YouTube channel “Stuck in the Rut” to break down moose hunting in Alaska from the ground up. Adam shares hard-earned insight on effective moose calling techniques, what sounds to make, when to call, and why certain vocalizations work on mature bulls. He dives into Alaska moose hunting strategy for remote, rugged country, explaining how he reads moose behavior, terrain, and conditions to consistently locate and close the distance on big bulls.  

Drawing on years of traplining and backcountry experience, Adam explains how time on the trapline has sharpened his understanding of animal movement and seasonal patterns, and how hunters can apply that knowledge to plan more successful hunts. Whether you’re planning your first DIY Alaska moose hunt or looking to refine your tactics as an experienced hunter, this episode delivers real-world advice on setups, shot opportunities, gear considerations, and how to hunt effectively in challenging northern terrain.

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with legendary mule deer hunter and author Robby Denning to dive deep into advanced mule deer hunting strategies for every season.

Robby Denning is widely regarded as one of the most knowledgeable mule deer hunters in the West. He breaks down proven tactics for early-season mule deer hunting in September, Pre-rut and rut mule deer behavior and strategies, and late-season mule deer hunts and cold-weather tactics

Whether you’re a seasoned western big game hunter or planning your first DIY public land mule deer hunt, this episode is packed with practical tips on scouting, finding mature bucks, reading country, and increasing your odds of tagging a trophy mule deer buck.

If you want to learn how to consistently locate and harvest big mule deer, don’t miss this in‑depth conversation with Robby Denning.

On this episode, backcountry elk hunting expert and industry personality Brian Barney joins Kevin Toye and Landen Fidek to talk next‑level Western elk hunting mindset and strategy. Brian shares decades of backcountry elk hunting experience, focusing on his core philosophy: adapt or die. He delivers actionable elk hunting tips on reading mountain weather patterns, adjusting failed tactics in real time, and staying mentally tough when steep terrain, pressure, and changing conditions stack up against you. Discover why flexibility and decision‑making beat expensive gear, how his elk hunting strategies have evolved over the years, and which old tactics no longer work in today’s heavily pressured elk country. Whether you’re a new elk hunter or a seasoned Western big game backpack hunter, you’ll learn how top hunters like Brian consistently fill elk tags by embracing change, hunting smarter, and becoming truly adaptable in the modern backcountry.