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The Storied Outdoors

Bryan Gill & Brad Hill

A podcast somewhere between Lewis and Tolkien and Lewis and Clark, finding clarity in the stories we tell and the adventures that shape us.

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00:24:26

Ep 122: Consider The Lilies: Essay by Dr. Bryan Gill

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/05/22

In this episode, Dr. Bryan Gill contemplates what it means to “consider the lilies” in his latest essay. From fly fishing the Cahaba River and standing in awe of how the beautiful Cahaba Lilies thrive through adversity to reminiscing on days of his childhood walking through flower gardens with his Grandaddy, lilies are a constant theme in this essay. What does it mean to “consider the lilies?” Bryan explores parenting, worry, fear, and enjoying life despite the craziness happening around us all when

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01:03:56

Ep 121: Ty Walker: Owner of Smoke In Chimneys and The...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/05/15

In this episode on The Storied Outdoors we sit down with Ty Walker, the passionate owner of The Hatchery, where he and his family are on a mission to revitalize land stewardship. Ty shares the remarkable story of transforming a 1930s trout hatchery in Virginia into a beacon of sustainability and spiritual renewal. Fed by pure spring water and nestled in a nutrient-rich Virginia stream, The Hatchery boasts 7 ponds where trout are nurtured from eggs to full-grown fish, packaged, and shipped

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00:31:54

Ep 120: For a Single Duck: Essay By Brad Hill

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/05/08

In this essay Brad reflects on the experiences and thoughts during his first season of duck hunting. It begins with a contemplation on the spiritual aspect of adventure and the beauty of nature, beginning with noticing the flight patterns of wood ducks. Brad recounts his initial hesitation and eventual enthusiasm for duck hunting, guided by friends who invited him into the experience. He describes the early morning preparations, the thrill of the hunt, and the camaraderie shared with friends. He

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00:29:33

Ep 119: Live From Brookwood Baptist Wild Game Supper

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/05/01

This week’s episode is a live recording of Brad and Bryan speaking at a wild game dinner at Brookwood Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala. Their pal and former guest of the show, Richie, asked them to speak at this men’s gathering in the spring of 2024. They showed the YouTube film, “Fishing for something bigger than fish,” and then spoke about reflection and intentional storytelling. It was a great night with amazing people and food. If you or your church are looking for speakers for a wild game

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01:24:59

Ep 118: J. Wayne Fears: Prolific Outdoor Writer,...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/04/24

J. Wayne Fears grew up in the Cumberland Mountains roaming around on a mountain named Tater Knob. His dad was a trapper and an expert woodsman, and his mom was a country schoolteacher. From his dad, he learned to live in the wilds, and from his mom, he obtained a love of the written word. When other kids were playing team sports, J. Wayne was spending days, often alone, trapping, hunting, and fishing.J Wayne served in the U.S. Army. After his time in the Army, he graduated from Auburn

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01:02:14

Ep 117: Robin Taylor: Photographer And Painter

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/04/17

In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit on the tranquil front porch of Robin Taylor. Robin is a staple in the outdoor community of Alabama and creates some of the most striking photography and paintings. Birds were chirping and woodpeckers were rattling as we rocked in our rocking chairs overlooking a quiet pond in front of Robin's house. It was a fantastic conversation and we covered a variety of topics. We discussed everything from milky way photography to landscape

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00:53:37

Ep 116: Matt McPherson: Founder and Owner of Mathews...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/04/10

In this episode, we are so excited to share our conversation with Matt McPherson founder of Mathews Archery and McPherson Guitars. Both of these are industry leaders in their respective fields. Matt shares about his drive for excellence in everything he puts his hands to as a way of honoring God. His faith has driven him to do some amazing things as a businessman, but also as someone who strives to share the love of Jesus with everyone, he comes in contact with.Matt McPherson along with his

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00:12:34

Ep 115: Why We Do What We Can’t – Flies and...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/04/03

In this episode, Brad Hill reads an essay written by previous guest, friend of the show, and staple member of the Alabama flyfishing community, Andre Davis. This essay is a look into the passion that so many of us share in this world of flyfishing in the state of Alabama and beyond. We hope you will enjoy this essay, but more than that, we hope it encourages you to find your own adventures and write your own stories in the Storied Outdoors.

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01:14:08

Ep: 114 Andre Davis: Fly Fishermen & Founder of...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/03/27

In this episode we talk to Andre Davis. Andre is an avid outdoorsman who finds peace and restoration in the demonstrative power of God's nature. He is a proud big brother, uncle, son and husband. Andre' has spent a lifetime outdoors hunting, fishing, hiking, building, playing music and teaching. Married to a sixth grade teacher, his household is full of the desire to teach and lead our youth well, with the joyful expectation of watching them become better than ourselves. Andre' has a

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01:16:39

Ep 113: Cpt Robin Simms: Fly fishing guide and Boat...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/03/20

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Captain Robin Simms, who just received her certification to operate 150 foot vessels. Robin is a longtime friend of the show and vital member of the Alabama flyfishing community. We previously had Robin on the show in a mini episode at the international fly fishing film festival at Cahaba brewery last year. We go into more depth with Robin in this episode and discuss Alabama women on the fly, her guide services, and a host of other topics centered around a

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01:18:47

Ep: 112 Jacob Holsonback: Surfer & Surf Shop Manager

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/03/13

Jacob Holsonback, a native of Pace, Florida, is a manager at Innerlight Surf Shop in Pensacola, Florida, overseeing its four locations, including two in Pensacola, one in Gulf Breeze, and one in Destin. In the summer months, Jacob shares his passion for surfing with folks who take part in a surf camp sponsored by the shop.In this episode, we dive into the world of surfing with Jacob Holsonback, a true enthusiast and self-proclaimed surf junky; he is one of the managers at Innerlight Surf Shop on

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01:04:31

Ep 111: David Parham, Huntsville Adventurer & Wild...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/03/06

In this episode, we talk to David Parham about all of the amazing places in Alabama to find adventure. David grew up in Birmingham, attended college in Tuscaloosa, and currently lives in Huntsville working as an engineer. He grew up climbing and was driven outdoors by finding anywhere he could go climb. Climbing quickly turned him into a camper and as he would go climbing for a weekend and would need a place to sleep. Through camping and climbing he then turned into a waterfall hunter. Waterfalls

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01:01:49

Ep 110: Sam Bailey: Advertising Director Southern...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/02/28

In this episode, we talk with Sam Bailey about all things fly fishing, and those who helped us to get into the sport along the way. Sam tells us some great stories about working in fly shops with Mr. Craig Haney, and how that led to a love of the sport. He also talks about Southern Culture on the Fly, and the great things that they are doing to contribute to storytelling, flyfishing, and conservation in the South. We hope you will enjoy this episode of the Storied Outdoors with Alabama fly fishing

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01:20:40

Ep 109: Charles Martin & Sons: Alaska Stories And a...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/02/21

Ep 109: Charles Martin & Sons: Alaska Storied And a Conversation About ManhoodIn this episode, we sit down with former guest and New York Times best selling author, Charles Martin. However, this time we were joined by two of his three sons, Rives and Charlie. Charles, Rives and Charlie all spent some time in Alaska this past year, and we were not short on stories for them to tell. We talked about bear encounters, fishing for salmon, and what it means to be a man. Charles gets the

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01:27:28

Ep 108: Dorsal Outdoors: Film Making, Story Telling,...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/02/14

Ben Meadows and George Constantine from Dorsal Outdoors, a crew of lifelong buddies from Alabama who just couldn't put a good story down. These guys are insanely talented at crafting films about the outdoor experience. The people, The places, and The pursuits . From the time that Ben and George got stranded on an uninhabited island while trying to catch bonefish, Or the time Dan dropped into 400 feeding tuna, and left with only a headache. Or especially the time (every time) where they took

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00:50:08

Ep 107: Season 8 Introduction

The Storied Outdoors ·

2024/02/07

Brad and Bryan so down together in this episode and recall some of their favorite moments from season seven and preview season eight. They also talk about some of their personal adventures that they took during the break in-between seasons that took them everywhere from the upper Delta in Mobile to the great Smoky Mountain National Park in Tennessee, and all the way to Nicaragua. We are excited to start season eight and we hope that you will enjoy, the many different guests that we have on the show

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00:40:20

Ep 106: Hidden Wonders (A Christmas Story) by Dr....

The Storied Outdoors ·

2023/12/24

Grab a cup of hot chocolate and cozy up by the fire for this episode of The Storied Outdoors as Brad Hill reads “Hidden Wonders,” a short story written by Dr. Bryan Gill. “Hidden Wonders” follows the Heatherford’s, a family whose plans were thwarted by an unexpected blizzard that grounded all southbound flights out of New York—including theirs. With limited options, they decide to drop in on their eccentric Uncle Doc for the holidays. While this was not their original plan for Christmas, it might

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00:31:06

Ep 105: One Horse Open Sleigh (Christmas Story) by...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2023/12/23

“One Horse Open Sleigh” by Dr. Bryan Gill is inspired by the original lyrics of “Jingle Bells,” that read, “A day or two ago, I thought I'd take a ride And soon, Miss Fanny Bright Was seated by my side…” Bryan wrote this story about two little girls and a mahogany Clydesdale that loved nothing more than pulling a shiny red sleigh in the snow. The horse changes the lives of the little girls, but that’s not the only transformation that takes place. Enjoy this story that takes a peek into the fictional

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00:28:37

Ep 104: The Fox and the Fawn (A Christmas story) by...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2023/12/22

The Fox and the Fawn, by Dr. Bryan Gill is a whimsical story about a little girl and her father’s never ending love for her. Brad Hill masterfully reads this story and makes the characters come alive. We hope you’ll enjoy this heartwarming Christmas story, The Fox and the Fawn. Visit Redbeardsoutfitter.com and use promo code TSO for a 20% discount online and in store. They have some amazing apparel and gear to outfit you for your next adventure. We would love to hear from you, if you have any

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00:43:34

Ep 103: The Christmas Pageant (A Christmas Story) by...

The Storied Outdoors ·

2023/12/21

The Christmas Pageant (A Christmas Story) by Dr. Bryan Gill is the story of a sweet family trying to figure out how to navigate the holidays after a tragic accident that took their mother and left their son disabled. After a resurgence of the town’s Christmas Pageant that reunites a town, this family finds a way to redeem their sadness with new Christmas traditions. We hope you enjoy this Christmas episode written by Dr. Bryan Gill and read by Brad Hill. Intro music is also presented by Brad

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