Right On The Mark

John Bergman, aka Jimmy Big Time, joins our host, Keith Mark and they discuss their shared memories from years of producing and hosting years of television programming on Outdoor Channel. They discuss what life is like after TV and how raising the next generation of hunters is so enjoyable. John’s alter-ego concept, Jimmy Big Time, was ahead of his time in the outdoor TV world but that life is behind him now. Or is it? 

Guest: Cuz Strickland, Senior Vice President of Mossy Oak and host of the “Fist Full Of Dirt” podcast.

 Description: Outdoor legend, Cuz Strickland is one of the most approachable and genuine character in the world of hunting. Cuz and our host, Keith Mark, reminisce about how they met and trade stories of their times with Shawn Michaels. Cuz and Keith are both fans of the WWE so both were excited to meet Shawn at a Shot Show years ago.  Shawn went on to co-host  MacMillan River Adventures with Keith and Mossy Oak was a key sponsor. 

 Cuz talks about his early days at Mossy Oak. He shares how he and Toxie met and the struggles they faced building a camo brand and then trying to create entertaining hunting TV shows in the early days of portable video gear. Today, he hosts his own podcast, “Fist Full Of Dirt” which is popular with all ages. 

 These stories and much more with Cuz Strickland.

Guest:  Cuz Strickland, Senior Vice President of Mossy Oak and host of the “Fist Full Of Dirt” podcast.

Description: Outdoor legend, Cuz Strickland and our host, Keith Mark, pick up where they left off last week and get down to telling hunting stories and how they met.

Cuz tells stories of some of his all-time most memorable hunts and one story that is sure to bring a tear to your eye.

He and Keith also discuss the current threats to hunting today and the need to unify hunters and get them to register and vote. Cuz shares his perspective on what hunters need to do to ensure their passion is passed onto to future generations. 

Guest: Chad Belding- Host of “The Fowl Life” on Outdoor Channel

This episode starts with a tornado warning siren blaring in the background as host, Keith Mark welcomes Chad Belding to the show and they share a warning of their own for the American hunter. Along with discussing problems facing hunters today, these two share hunting stories and great times with friends and family. Chad is best known for his expertise in all things waterfowl, and he shares some of his tricks of his success. 

Chad explains how he went from owning a portable toilet business to founding and growing brand of outdoor products, Banded in 2008. From modest beginnings as a t-shirt business, to his own line of duck calls to over 4,000 product SKUs in the Banded brands family of products.

Chad’s genuine humility comes through as he shares hunting stories starting as the “funny guy” to becoming one of the faces of waterfowl hunting. His reputation as someone who helps others improve their skills and results. He recounts stories of hunting with first responders and veterans that inspire him to continue to strive to be better. His dedication to hunting has led him to support Hunter Nation and their efforts to bring unity to the sport. 

The show concludes with a hint of what the next episode holds as Chad tells a story of hunting with one of Keith’s favorite baseball players of all time, George Brett. 

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Guest: Chad Belding- Host of “The Fowl Life” on Outdoor Channel

New “Provider” digital TV series, drill down on the food side of hunting: field to fork, butchering, prepping, seasoning, cookbook. 

Chad reflects on growing up watching Keith and Shawn Michaels on MacMillan River Adventures and how inspired he was. He also shares a recent phone conversation he had with Ted Nugent thanks to an introduction by Keith and how he feels so privileged to be 

Co-host, Josh Ishmael gets Chad to share some of his greatest tips to improve your waterfowl hunting success and getting the best flavor from your harvests. 

Chad also explains why he is so concerned about anti-hunting groups and people who oppose traditional American values. He explains why he joined Hunter Nation and feels it so important for every hunter to join and get involved by registering to vote and voting.

He emphasizes that hunting is still a privilege and, right or wrong, it can be taken away and that the youngsters are the future and we must engage and inspire them. 

The episode wraps up with Keith shamelessly asking for an introduction to George Brett and Chad’s promise to make it happen along with a great story of how generous George is with his time and talents.  

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Guests: Michigan Upper Peninsula residents Jordan Hoover and writer Richard P. Smith 

Deer hunting in the U.P. of Michigan was once the envy of the state. Today, deer herds are in decline while wolf populations are proliferating. Our guests feel they have reason to believe a large part of the problem involves corruption in their Natural Resource’s Board. ROTM’s host, Keith Mark, drills down on the details and what he is told, if true, should disturb every Michigan hunters and hunters all across the land.    

Gretchen Smith is a United States Air Force veteran who grew up in a challenging environment. Her father was a Vietnam veteran who returned home struggling with complications from Agent Orange and PTSD. She joined the military to get structure and purpose in her life and it worked. After losing her father too soon, Gretchen founded “Code Of Vets” as a tribute to his memory. Today, Code Of Vets utilizes Social Media outlets to identify veterans with needs and then connects them with what they need. As a non-profit, Code Of Vets delivers 98% of the donations they receive directly to those families or veterans in need. Sadly, she says some Social Media sites are blocking her efforts and she now needs help more than ever. 

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Valerius “Val” Geist was a biologist, educator, author, hunter and expert on North American big game, their habits and habitat and true conservation.

Val Geist was an authority on wildlife in North America and should be a household name, but he refused to bend to mainstream media and so-called conservation experts who bristled at his belief that wolves are not endangered and must be managed like all predators.  

Mr.  Geist was a Canadian biologist and professor emeritus at the University of Calgary, but he spent as much or time in the wilderness as he did in the classroom. When he wasn’t teaching or learning, he was writing, He was author of 24 books on the big game species that roam North America. 

Sadly, Professor Geist passed away weeks after this extended, 3-part podcast. His messages are timeless and important at many levels. His combination of wilderness field experience, book smarts and the common sense of an experienced hunter combine to provide our audience with a wealth of information and a valuable perspective. 

Val was born in Russia to German parents shortly after World War 2 and took to the woods at a young age. In 1953, he moved to Canada and began his love affair with hunting and nature. He perused a career in biology by studying mountain sheep in the wild for six years. He continued his field studies, classroom learning and research and went on to become a professor. 

He resents so-called “conservationists” who have never hunted or spent time in the wild with the wolves and other animals they claim to understand. 

His research and real-world experience in the wild taught him that predator management is a crucial part of conservation. Along with colleagues around the globe, he helped define and spread the word on the concept of a “predator pit”. Predator pits occur when apex predators like the wolf go unmanaged. The results of predator pits are devasting to all wildlife.  

Professor Geist warns the American hunter of the dangers of not being involved in the politics and points out a clear bias in most media sources. He clearly states the he feels the American hunter is all the still stands in the way of eliminating the 2nd Amendment. 

Do not miss one minute of this extended, 3-part version of Right On The Mark and join us all here in wishing this unsung hero Godspeed and a peaceful repose of his soul. 

Val Geist was an authority on wildlife in North America and should be a household name, but he refused to bend to mainstream media and so-called conservation experts who bristled at his belief that wolves are not endangered and must be managed like all predators. 

Mr.  Geist was a Canadian biologist and professor emeritus at the University of Calgary, but he spent as much or time in the wilderness as he did in the classroom. When he wasn’t teaching or learning, he was writing, He was author of 24 books on the big game species that roam North America. 

Sadly, Professor Geist passed away weeks after this extended, 3-part podcast. His messages are timeless and important at many levels. His combination of wilderness field experience, book smarts and the common sense of an experienced hunter combine to provide our audience with a wealth of information and a valuable perspective. 

Val was born in Russia to German parents shortly after World War 2 and took to the woods at a young age. In 1953, he moved to Canada and began his love affair with hunting and nature. He perused a career in biology by studying mountain sheep in the wild for six years. He continued his field studies, classroom learning and research and went on to become a professor. 

He resents so-called “conservationists” who have never hunted or spent time in the wild with the wolves and other animals they claim to understand. 

His research and real-world experience in the wild taught him that predator management is a crucial part of conservation. Along with colleagues around the globe, he helped define and spread the word on the concept of a “predator pit”. Predator pits occur when apex predators like the wolf go unmanaged. The results of predator pits are devasting to all wildlife.  

Professor Geist warns the American hunter of the dangers of not being involved in the politics and points out a clear bias in most media sources. He clearly states the he feels the American hunter is all the still stands in the way of eliminating the 2nd Amendment. 

Do not miss one minute of this extended, 3-part version of Right On The Mark and join us all here in wishing this unsung hero Godspeed and a peaceful repose of his soul. 

Guest:  Valerius “Val” Geist wa s a biologist, educator, author, hunter and expert on North American big game, their habits and habitat and true conservation.

Val Geist was an authority on wildlife in North America and should be a household name, but he refused to bend to mainstream media and so-called conservation experts who bristled at his belief that wolves are not endangered and must be managed like all predators. 

Mr.  Geist was a Canadian biologist and professor emeritus at the University of Calgary, but he spent as much or time in the wilderness as he did in the classroom. When he wasn’t teaching or learning, he was writing, He was author of 24 books on the big game species that roam North America. 

Sadly, Professor Geist passed away weeks after this extended, 3-part podcast. His messages are timeless and important at many levels. His combination of wilderness field experience, book smarts and the common sense of an experienced hunter combine to provide our audience with a wealth of information and a valuable perspective. 

Val was born in Russia to German parents shortly after World War 2 and took to the woods at a young age. In 1953, he moved to Canada and began his love affair with hunting and nature. He perused a career in biology by studying mountain sheep in the wild for six years. He continued his field studies, classroom learning and research and went on to become a professor. 

He resents so-called “conservationists” who have never hunted or spent time in the wild with the wolves and other animals they claim to understand. 

His research and real-world experience in the wild taught him that predator management is a crucial part of conservation. Along with colleagues around the globe, he helped define and spread the word on the concept of a “predator pit”. Predator pits occur when apex predators like the wolf go unmanaged. The results of predator pits are devasting to all wildlife.  

Professor Geist warns the American hunter of the dangers of not being involved in the politics and points out a clear bias in most media sources. He clearly states the he feels the American hunter is all the still stands in the way of eliminating the 2nd Amendment. 

Do not miss one minute of this extended, 3-part version of Right On The Mark and join us all here in wishing this unsung hero Godspeed and a peaceful repose of his soul.