Alaska bush pilot, hunter, entrepreneur and father Adam Grenda joins Ryan for one of the most honest and unpredictable conversations yet on The Hunt Stealth Podcast.

Adam lives in King Salmon, Alaska, with his wife and six adopted children. He shares how a fascination with Alaska’s bush planes led him to begin flight training at 19, eventually building thousands of hours of experience flying in some of the most unforgiving conditions in the world.

That experience did not come without mistakes.

Adam recounts crashing a Super Cub when he was young and nearly drowning in 39-degree water while trying to recover a drifting airplane. As his strength disappeared and he believed he might die, Adam says he heard the words, “I’m with you, my son.” That moment became one of several experiences that eventually helped lead him toward faith in Jesus Christ and membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The conversation moves from survival and bush flying into marriage, addiction, faith, entrepreneurship and fatherhood. Adam explains how meeting his wife challenged him to reevaluate the direction of his life and how faith gave his intense, addictive personality the structure he needed.

Adam and his wife also endured years of infertility treatments before becoming foster parents and eventually building a family through adoption. He opens up about learning that his own attitude sets the emotional tone inside his home and shares the three things he wants most for his children: to genuinely want a relationship with their parents, to become productive people who make a difference and to develop their own relationship with Jesus Christ.

Ryan and Adam also discuss honesty, overcoming people-pleasing, resisting the victim mentality and the importance of admitting your struggles instead of presenting a perfect highlight reel online. Adam shares his decision to speak publicly about pornography, nicotine and other personal battles because he believes vulnerability can help other men avoid the same mistakes.

They close the episode with hunting, cancel culture and practical advice for anyone trying to enter the hunting world. Adam encourages new hunters to pursue accessible opportunities, take ethical shots at legal animals, build experience and learn alongside hunters who are willing to mentor them.

This episode is direct, unfiltered and filled with lessons about faith, failure, family and becoming a better man.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Experience is built by surviving and learning from mistakes - A license or title does not automatically make someone competent. Real confidence comes from experience, humility and having multiple exit strategies before things go wrong.
2. Faith requires effort. Trusting God does not mean sitting back and waiting for everything to work out. Adam believes you must meet God in the middle by working, preparing and being willing to step outside your comfort zone.
3. A father sets the emotional temperature of his home. When dad is angry or stressed, everyone feels it. When he is calm, present and affectionate, the entire family feels more secure.
4. Accountability creates freedom - Hiding mistakes creates shame. Admitting struggles, seeking help and speaking honestly can strengthen marriages, families and personal faith.
5. New hunters need repetitions, not trophies - Start with realistic opportunities. Learn how to control your emotions, make a clean shot, recover an animal and complete the entire process before becoming consumed with chasing the biggest animal.

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with JT Maguire, outfield and base running coach for the Cleveland Guardians, to talk baseball, hunting, discipline, and the lessons that connect the diamond to the backcountry.

JT shares his journey from growing up in Maryland with baseball as his entire identity, to climbing the coaching ranks through high school, college, and eventually professional baseball. Along the way, he found hunting during the offseason in Arizona and quickly became hooked on mule deer, elk, scouting, and the challenge of the western mountains.

Ryan and JT dig into the parallels between baseball and hunting: preparation, failure, patience, aggressive decision-making, mentorship, and learning from mistakes. JT talks about the importance of being “selectively aggressive,” whether stealing bases or making a move on elk, and how scouting helped him harvest the biggest bull of his life just minutes into opening morning.

This conversation is for anyone who loves hunting, sports, personal growth, and the grind required to get better. Whether you’re a new hunter, a lifelong athlete, or someone trying to push yourself physically and mentally, JT’s message is clear: get in shape, lean on mentors, practice in real-world situations, and keep showing up. Success will come.

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Taylor Lyman to talk about his path back into hunting, the addiction of bowhunting, and the lessons that only come from time on the mountain. Taylor shares how he grew up around hunting, stepped away during his football and work years, then came back to Utah and dove headfirst into archery hunting.

The conversation covers early rifle success, the grind of bowhunting, hard lessons from missed or imperfect shots, tracking animals, building confidence through failure, and why hunting becomes more meaningful when you earn it the hard way.

Key Takeaways:

1. Taylor grew up around hunting but did not fully commit until later in life after returning to Utah.
2. His first rifle buck came quickly, but the experience left him wanting more challenge and more of the chase.
3. Bowhunting hooked him because of the grind, the emotion, and the reward that comes after putting in real effort.
4. Taylor shares stories from successful mule deer hunts, including lessons learned from shot placement, blood trailing, and patience.
5. Both Ryan and Taylor talk about how archery hunting exposes weaknesses, teaches humility, and rewards persistence.
6. Fitness, preparation, and time on the mountain are key pieces of becoming a better hunter.
7. Taylor’s biggest advice for new hunters: drop the ego, ask questions, talk to experienced hunters, and put boots on the ground.

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Tyler Turco — a hunter, outdoor filmmaker, photographer, and professional saddle bronc rider.

Tyler shares how he got started in rodeo, what it was like competing at places like Cheyenne Frontier Days, and how serious injuries forced him to adapt, including relearning how to shoot a bow after tearing his tricep.

The conversation also dives into Tyler’s hunting background, from growing up bird hunting to becoming a self-taught bowhunter. He shares advice for new hunters, including why learning from someone with experience can speed up the process and help you avoid years of mistakes.

Tyler also breaks down what it was like filming a tough Arizona Strip mule deer hunt, where it took eight days of grinding, glassing, and covering brutal country to finally turn up the right buck. He also shares an unreal elk story where three bulls hit the ground in one canyon within about thirty minutes.

This episode is packed with rodeo grit, hunting stories, filming insight, and hard-earned lessons about confidence, toughness, and staying in the game.

Follow Tyler Turco:

https://www.instagram.com/tylerturco_outdoors/

https://www.instagram.com/tylerturco_/

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I had the opportunity to sit down with Brian Call on The Gritty Podcast at BLK FLG HQ for a conversation about bowhunting, starting later in life, and what hunting has done for me personally.

In this episode, Brian and I talk about the story behind The Hunt Stealth Podcast, how my son Jaxon helped pull me into archery hunting, and why I wanted to build a podcast for people who are new to hunting. We also get into the early days of trying to figure out tags, units, gear, and what it feels like to draw back a bow for the first time and realize there’s something different about this pursuit.

A big part of the conversation centers around the learning curve of archery hunting. Brian shares years of hard-earned elk hunting knowledge, from reading wind and thermals to understanding how elk move from bedding areas to feeding areas. We talk about why the wind can make or break a hunt, how to identify pockets where the wind behaves consistently, and why mastering those little details can make a hunter far more effective.

I also share the story of my first close encounter with a bull elk: a moment where I was drawn back, watching him come through the scrub oak, only to have the wind shift at the last second. I never released an arrow, but that encounter hooked me for life. Brian breaks down why those moments matter so much for new hunters—because they prove that it’s possible.

This episode is packed with lessons for anyone trying to become a better bowhunter, especially those grinding through OTC tags, tough country, missed chances, and the frustration of learning by failure. We talk about patience, solo hunting, hunting with friends, building confidence, getting more “at bats,” and why every close call teaches you something.

For new hunters, bowhunters, elk hunters, and anyone chasing growth through hard things, this conversation is all about the process: showing up, learning the wind, staying patient, and falling in love with the grind.

5 Key Takeaways

Bowhunting gives you purpose beyond the hunt - Ryan talks about how archery and hunting helped him get healthier, stronger, more focused, and more disciplined.

Getting close is what hooks you - Ryan’s close encounter with a bull elk proved that success was possible, even without releasing an arrow. That moment made him want to chase elk forever.

The wind is everything - Brian breaks down how elk use wind and thermals to survive, and why hunters have to understand wind patterns before making a move.

New hunters need more “at bats" - Bowhunting is hard because every encounter teaches a lesson. The more opportunities you get, the faster you learn how animals move, react, and beat you.

Patience kills more animals than aggression - The episode highlights the importance of slowing down, watching, waiting, and not blowing up a good spot just because you’re eager to make something happen.

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In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan Uffens sits down with Nate Illignsworth for a raw, honest conversation about the realities of hunting, growth, and what it takes to level up in the field.

Nate shares his journey, lessons learned through failure, and the mindset required to push through the tough seasons every hunter faces. From strategy and preparation to the mental battles that come with chasing elk in the mountains, this episode dives deep into what separates average hunters from those who consistently find success.

This isn’t just about hunting... it’s about discipline, resilience, and becoming the kind of man who doesn’t quit when things get hard.

If you’re a new hunter or someone grinding to improve, this episode will hit home.

Key Takeaways:

1. Failure is part of the process - The best hunters aren’t the ones who avoid failure, they’re the ones who learn from it faster.
2. You don’t rise to the occasion, you fall to your level of preparation - Success in the field starts long before the hunt.
3. Mental toughness separates hunters - When things go quiet, cold, and frustrating, that’s where most people quit.
4. Consistency beats intensity - Small improvements over time will outperform random bursts of effort.
5. Hunting reveals who you really are - The mountains don’t lie... your mindset and discipline show up real quick.

Follow Nate Illingsworth:

Instagram: @nate_illingsworth

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In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan Uffens sits down with Kade Maddock of Madd Hunts to talk about growing up in a hunting family, building an outfitting business in Mexico, and the launch of the Creators Camp Collective—a collaboration of hunting creators working together to produce powerful storytelling and brand partnerships in the hunting industry.

Kade shares the story of a multi-year mule deer hunt, lessons learned from failure, and how patience, persistence, and boots-on-the-ground scouting ultimately led to success. The conversation also dives into predator management, hunting in Mexico, and why the journey of hunting matters more than the score of the animal.

Key Takeaways:

• Boots on the ground beats everything. The only way to truly understand an area and its animals is by putting in the miles.

• Patience kills more animals than aggression. Rushing stalks or forcing opportunities often leads to blown chances.

• Focus creates success. Hyper-focusing on one specific animal can deepen the hunting experience and sharpen your skills.

• Predator management matters. Coyotes and other predators can heavily impact deer populations and livestock if left unmanaged.

• The journey matters more than the score. The memories, experiences, and time spent hunting often outweigh the final measurement of an animal.

Follow Kade Maddock:

Instagram: @kademadd_hunts + @madd_hunts

Youtube: @MADDhunts + @CreatorsCampCollective

Website: www.maddhunts.com

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan Uffens sits down with Trevor Trifaux of Compass Grid Labradors to talk about hunting, dog training, and the lessons learned through years in the field. Trevor shares stories from growing up around predator control with his father, getting hooked on bowhunting, and the grind that comes with chasing bears, moose, elk, and deer. They also dive into Trevor’s work breeding and training Labradors, along with his mission to help veterans and first responders get dogs that can support them both in life and in the outdoors.

Key Takeaways:

• Hunting success comes from time in the field, patience, and learning from failure.
• Trevor’s passion for the outdoors was shaped early through hunting and trapping with his father.
• Dogs can play a powerful role not just in hunting, but also in supporting veterans and first responders.
• Labrador retrievers are incredibly tough, versatile hunting dogs built for harsh conditions and real work.
• The hunting lifestyle teaches resilience, adaptability, and respect for both the animals and the process.

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Lee Harrison, founder of Spark Media House, to break down the current state of marketing in the hunting and outdoor industry.

Lee shares his journey from small-town Colorado athlete to working with powerhouse brands like Kuiu, YETI, Leica, Schnee’s, and Sitka — and how that experience shaped his mission to help small and mid-sized outdoor brands “punch above their weight.”

The conversation dives deep into:

• Why in-person activations are becoming more powerful than ever

• The evolution (and current reality) of social media marketing

• Why affiliate marketing isn’t what it used to be

• The importance of stacking marketing touchpoints

• And how brands can build real loyalty instead of chasing one-time customers

Ryan and Lee workshop real-world examples (including BSN KNG) to show how small brands can grow through collaboration, community, and smart execution — not just ad spend.

If you’re a hunter, entrepreneur, or outdoor brand builder, this episode is packed with practical strategy you can apply immediately.

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In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, host Ryan Uffens sits down with Austin Malloy, an avid hunter and sales professional. They discuss Austin's journey into hunting, his memorable experiences with elk, and the importance of family in fostering a love for the outdoors. Austin shares insights from his recent successful elk hunt, tips for scouting and preparing for hunting seasons, and advice for new hunters on gear and mindset. The conversation highlights the thrill of the hunt, the respect for wildlife, and the supportive community within the hunting world.

Follow Austin Maloy

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aust.maloy/

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