The Fall Podcast

After 14 years behind a camera filming hunts, I finally sat down and answered the questions people have been asking me for years.

This episode goes way deeper than camera gear and self-filming setups. We get into how filming hunts has changed the way I hunt, whether social media and modern hunting content have helped or hurt the industry, and if I’d still film today if nobody ever saw the final product.

I also talk about the mental shift of going from filming projects like Dropped into whitetail season, balancing the pressure of capturing content while still staying present in the hunt, and how different productions like Dropped, Rival Wild, and GRIT all require completely different mindsets behind the camera.

We also dive into some things people rarely talk about publicly:

There are stories, opinions, and behind-the-scenes moments in this episode that I’ve never shared before. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes into filming hunts — physically, mentally, and emotionally — this one’s for you.

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Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

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Welcome back to another episode of Protect Our Bucks the series where five buddies sit around and talk about whatever comes to mind. Hunting, non hunting, dumb theories, camp stories… nothing is off limits.

In this episode we get into whether ticks are actually being dropped from planes, using boats to sneak into hunting spots, the best and worst parts about traveling to hunt, and why our Kansas camp is hands down the best camp out there and it honestly has very little to do with the hunting itself.

This one is exactly what Protect Our Bucks is supposed to be. Just a bunch of friends BS’ing, laughing, arguing, telling stories, and talking about the stuff every hunting camp talks about once the cameras are off. Enjoy.

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Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

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Most people know Jay's Sporting Goods as the giant Michigan sporting goods store… but very few know how it actually started.

In today’s episode, I sit down with Arlene Yost, Jeff Poet and JJ Poet to hear the real story behind the empire. What started in the trunk of Jay Poet’s car in the 1960s eventually turned into the largest privately owned sporting goods store in the country. Before the massive stores, packed aisles, and loyal customers… there was a one-car garage, a dream, and a family willing to bet everything on it.

This episode dives into the history, sacrifices, risks, and moments that built Jay’s into what it is today. Some of the stories in this one honestly sound too crazy to be real. If you love hunting, the outdoors, business, or just hearing how something legendary was built from absolutely nothing, you’re going to want to hear this one all the way through.

This was a special episode for me to record, and I’m incredibly thankful the Poet family sat down to share it. Enjoy.

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Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

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Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

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I'm not sure if anyone will like this but its something new I'm trying. Enjoy.

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Partner Websites:

Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/

Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA

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This week’s episode is for the guys who want to level up their self filming game in the whitetail woods. I sat down with JJ Dukart from The Deer Society to talk all things self filming deer hunts. JJ breaks down the camera gear and equipment he trusts in the field, how he efficiently films hunts completely by himself, and the little details that can turn average footage into a hunt film that actually tells a story.

We also get into the B-roll shots every self filmer should be capturing, mistakes guys make when filming their own hunts, and ways to make your footage look more cinematic without overcomplicating it. On top of all that, JJ takes us down memory lane and shares one of his all-time favorite self filmed hunts.

If you’ve ever thought about filming your own hunts, are struggling to make your footage better, or just love good whitetail stories, this episode is packed with useful information and plenty of BS along the way.

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Latitude Outdoors: thefall

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Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/

Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA

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This week on The Fall Podcast, I sit down with my good buddy Lee Herr out of Iowa, a guy who’s built a reputation for doing one of the hardest things in the whitetail world, picking one specific buck and dedicating entire seasons to chasing that deer until the job gets done. No bouncing between shooters. No settling. Just patience, discipline, and an obsession with figuring out one mature whitetail.

What makes this story even crazier is that Lee started hunting this buck with almost zero information. The only proof this deer even existed was a single shed antler he found the year before. No trail camera history. No daylight photos. No years of scouting intel. Just one giant shed and the belief that a world class buck was living somewhere nearby.

This season, all of that work paid off in a massive way when Lee wrapped his tag around an absolutely stud 254-inch non-typical giant that ranks number 6 in the state of Iowa all time with his bow on a small piece of property. But what makes this story even better is the man behind it. Lee is as humble and down to earth as they come, and this conversation dives way deeper than just antler score.

We break down the years of history with this buck, the mental grind of passing other deer, hunting pressured ground, the strategy behind targeting one animal, and what it really takes to consistently hunt at a high level. If you’re passionate about mature whitetails and the chess match that comes with hunting them, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Promo Codes:

Latitude Outdoors: thefall

Americas Best Bowstrings: TFP

Helix Broadheads:TFP

Faceoff Ebikes: TFP

Asio Gear: FALL20

Kuhle Archery: FALL25

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Partner Websites:

Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/

Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA

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This week’s episode features Joe Davis, a newcomer to the world of filming and producing hunts who is already all-in on learning the craft the right way. Last fall, Joe made a decision most hunters would struggle with he put down his bow and gun for the entire season and dedicated himself fully to filming his buddies in the field.

We dive into what it really takes to step away from your own trigger time and focus on capturing moments for others, and how difficult that sacrifice actually was once the season got rolling. Joe opens up about the mental grind, the discipline it took to stay committed, and what he learned about hunting, storytelling, and himself through the process.

One year later, we break down the progress he’s made, the skills he’s developed behind the camera, and how that decision has shaped his path moving forward in the hunting and content world. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to transition from hunter to storyteller or how much growth can happen in a single season this one’s for you.

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Latitude Outdoors: thefall

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Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/

Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA

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This week on Film The Fall, I sit down with one of the true pioneers of the hunting and outdoor filming world, Jared Scheffler of Whitetail Adrenaline.

For nearly two decades, Jared has been behind the lens and in the moment, capturing some of the most raw, real, and adrenaline-filled whitetail hunts ever put on screen. Whitetail Adrenaline isn’t just a show, it’s a series that’s helped reshape the way hunting is filmed and experienced, bringing an unfiltered intensity that’s inspired an entire generation of hunters and storytellers.

But Jared didn’t just change the game with a camera. He’s built his reputation doing it the hard way, on the ground, face-to-face with some of the biggest whitetails in the country, longbow in hand and no room for error.

In this episode, we dive into the evolution of hunting content, what it really takes to tell a story that hits, and the mindset behind consistently getting it done both behind the camera and in the woods. From lessons learned over 18 years in the industry to the moments that defined his career, this one is packed with insight, grit, and respect for the craft.

If you care about real storytelling, high-pressure encounters, and the roots of what makes hunting content great, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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Promo Codes:

Latitude Outdoors: thefall

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Faceoff Ebikes: TFP

Asio Gear: FALL20

Kuhle Archery: FALL25

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Partner Websites:

Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/

Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA

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This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Bryan Lemke of Almond Eye Productions, a seasoned field producer who’s spent years behind the lens capturing hunting stories across the country and around the world.

Bryan got his start working alongside Pat Reeve from Driven TV, one of the original high-end storytellers in the outdoor television space. From those early days to building his own production company, Bryan has seen firsthand how the industry has evolved, and what it really takes to tell a compelling story in the field.

In this episode, we dive into how Bryan broke into the industry, the reality that hunts never go as planned when a camera is involved, and how storytelling adapts on the fly. We also talk about how client expectations and deliverables have completely changed with the rise of social media and digital platforms.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes into filming a hunt beyond the final edit, this episode gives you a real, behind-the-scenes look at the craft.

Enjoy.

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Latitude Outdoors: thefall

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Asio Gear: FALL20

Kuhle Archery: FALL25

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Garmin Bow Sights -⁠ https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/⁠

Prime Archery -⁠ https://www.g5prime.com/⁠

Asio Gear -⁠ https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall⁠

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Michigan Buckpole - ⁠https://mibuckpole.com/⁠

Vitalize Seed Company - ⁠https://vitalizeseed.com/⁠

Kuhle Archery - ⁠https://kuhlearchery.com/⁠

Everland Outdoors - ⁠https://everlandoutdoors.com/⁠ 

Moonguide - ⁠https://moonguide.com/⁠

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you.⁠ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA⁠

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This week marks the launch of a brand new series on the podcast: Film The Fall, where we sit down with some of the best producers in the game to talk all things filming whitetail hunts.

In this series, we dive into the gear they trust, the strategies behind capturing a hunt the right way, and what it really takes to turn a moment in the woods into a powerful story on screen. From close calls to once-in-a-lifetime encounters, we break down real hunts through the eyes of the guys behind the camera.

To kick things off, we’re joined by Cody Cooper, a seasoned producer who’s worked with Lee & Tiffany on The Crush TV, Lee Ellis, and the Seek One crew. Cody walks us through his journey in the industry, how he got to where he is today, and what he’s learned along the way.

We also take a deep dive into one of the most talked-about hunts in recent memory, Lee Ellis’ spot-and-stalk Kansas buck in the rain. Cody was behind the camera for that hunt, and in this episode, you’ll hear the full story from his perspective , the challenges, the decisions, and what it took to capture it all in the moment.

If you’ve ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into filming a whitetail hunt, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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Lee Ellis's hunt in the rain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxWMg7zjxwc&t=2981s

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Latitude Outdoors: thefall

Americas Best Bowstrings: TFP

Helix Broadheads:TFP

Faceoff Ebikes: TFP

Asio Gear: FALL20

Kuhle Archery: FALL25

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Partner Websites:

Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/

Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/

Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/

Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/

Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/

Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall

Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/

Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/

Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/

Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/

Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/ 

Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/

Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/

Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA

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