In this conversation, Jason Cruz discusses his journey in the hunting industry, his role at Mossberg, and the evolution of hunting media. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling, finding a niche, and the challenges of self-filming. The discussion also touches on misconceptions about making a living in the hunting industry and the changing landscape of content creation, highlighting the need for differentiation and quality in hunting videos. In this engaging conversation, Jason Cruise, Parker McDonald, and Joey Bell delve into the intricacies of video production in the hunting world, emphasizing the commitment required to create quality content. They discuss the importance of storytelling in hunting videos, the intersection of faith and media, and the need to encourage the next generation of hunters. The conversation also touches on the evolution of turkey hunting gear, the significance of understanding choke patterns and ammunition, and the value of learning from mistakes. Mentorship in hunting is highlighted as a crucial element for growth, culminating in the introduction of Jason's new project, 'Wild in Kingdom,' which aims to address men's issues through the lens of hunting.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jason Cruz and Mossberg

03:05 The Evolution of Hunting Media

05:54 Misconceptions in the Hunting Industry

08:54 Finding Your Niche in Hunting Content

11:53 The Changing Landscape of Content Creation

14:52 The Importance of Storytelling in Hunting Videos

18:07 Differentiation in the Hunting Space

20:54 Challenges of Self-Filming in Hunting

24:07 The Role of Patience in Hunting and Filming

26:59 The Learning Curve of Video Production

30:02 The Future of Hunting Content Creation

38:16 The Commitment of Video Production

39:32 Storytelling in Hunting Videos

41:47 Faith and Media in Hunting

42:46 Encouraging the Next Generation of Hunters

43:51 The Evolution of Turkey Hunting Gear

46:10 Understanding Choke Patterns and Ammunition

52:04 Learning from Mistakes in Turkey Hunting

54:32 The Role of Mentorship in Hunting

56:54 Introducing Wild in Kingdom

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