In this episode of Nockaholics: The Everyday Archers, Michael Walker joins us to talk about his 2025 hunting season, where every deer somehow ended up being a little better than the last one. From chasing adrenaline and sending arrows downrange to the obsession that keeps hunters coming back year after year, this episode is packed with hunting stories, laughs, and the passion that only true bowhunters understand.
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We swapped the usual routine for a hog hunt with The Blacktail Coach group and their prostaff at Boars all Day, and it did not disappoint. In this episode, we're sharing the highlights of the trip, the core memories we made, and some unexpected facts we learned along the way. It's an episode packed with good vibes, great company, and plenty of laughs.

Thinking about booking your own adventure? If you decide to lock in a hunt with Boars all Day, make sure to tell them that Mike and Dan from Nockaholics sent you!

Chad "Madman" Hepner joins the Nockaholics: The Everyday Archers Podcast to talk about the hunting addiction, the excitement of grabbing your bow and heading out, and the passion that keeps hunters coming back for more.

Not every hunt goes how you expect… and sometimes it gets intense fast. In this episode, Michael Cummings shares the story of getting up close with a mountain lion and what it’s really like in that moment.

We also dive into the addiction to archery, chasing the perfect shot, and why we keep coming back for more.

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Josh Waszak joins the Nockaholics crew to talk about traditional bowhunting, harvesting bison with a recurve, goose hunting with a bow, trapping beaver, and the dedication it takes to shoot a trad bow every day. From powerful hunting stories to practical archery advice, this episode is all about living the life of the everyday archer.

Success isn’t luck.

In this episode of The Everyday Archers Podcast, we sit down with Taunie Uhlenhake, one of the biggest supporters of Nockaholics, as she shares the unforgettable story of her first solo buck harvest. From intense buck fever and the importance of journaling every hunt, to family traditions and raw emotion in the woods, this is a conversation every hunter will connect with.

Michelle Leach joins us to share her unbelievable first bowhunting season, from buying a bow on a whim to harvesting multiple deer, learning hard lessons, and getting completely hooked on archery. A must listen for new hunters and anyone chasing that adrenaline rush.

Legendary Washington archer Kevin Krause shares a lifetime of hunting wisdom, a jaw dropping deer story, and why the mental game matters more than any piece of gear. A must listen for the everyday archer.

Success isn’t luck . It’s preparation, dedication, and the love of the hunt.

In this episode of the Nockaholics: The Everyday Archers Podcast, we sit down with avid hunter and archery enthusiast DJ Riley to dive deep into the world of blacktail hunting, preparation, and the mindset it takes to consistently find success in the field.

DJ shares his journey into hunting, lessons learned from years in the Pacific Northwest, and the story behind a hard earned solo blacktail buck that tested both patience and persistence. We also talk gear setups, tree saddle hunting, off season preparation, and why building a strong hunting community matters just as much as punching your tag.

Whether you’re a seasoned bowhunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with real hunting stories, practical insight, and the passion that keeps us all coming back to the outdoors.

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Cody Green joins us to talk about that moment every archer lives for—the second after release, when everything slows down and the arrow is still in the air. We dive into the grind, the miles, the mindset, and the quiet obsession that keeps us chasing that feeling. This one’s for the people who load up after work, wake up early, and wouldn’t trade the addiction for anything.