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41:08

Dead Deer Don't Move - w/ Tony Hill

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2025/11/07

On this episode, we talk deer tracking with Tony Hill from Find a Fred Deer Tracking. Tony's been running blood trails for seven years with over 400 recoveries under his belt. I also share my recent gut-shot buck story, 9 hours of hell wondering if I'd lost him. Spoiler, I did. We also cover: -The #1 mistake of tracking deer -Wait times for gut shots, liver hits, and muscle wounds during the rut -What info trackers need: arrow photos, deer reaction, and honest assessments -Blood

48:24

Training for the Hunt w/ Todd Bumgardner

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2025/10/24

Mid-October means bucks are moving and we're deep into whitetail season on The Fair Chase podcast. This week, we're back with repeat guest Todd Bumgardner from H uman Predator Pack Mule to dive into the physical and mental demands of mobile public land hunting. We cover: - Why whitetail hunting fitness is more than just "walking to your stand" - The reality of tracking wounded deer and dealing with hunting's hardest moments - How getting comfortable with discomfort in training translates to

43:52

Cameraman Gets His Shot - Alaskan Bears with Jordan

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2025/10/10

Today, we bring on our cameraman Jordan to tell the Alaska story from behind the lens, and how it ended with his first-ever animal taken. We also cover: - Alder patch recovery on Joe’s black bear (and why it got spicy fast) - Starlink comms, 24-hour rule nuance, six-wheelers, and filming while trying not to break gear - Managing blown-out sun, puzzle-piece storytelling, and a GoPro mounted outside the airplane - Greasy hides, skull prep, tanning vs. rugs, timelines, and cost reality - What’s next,

41:23

The Bear Necessities with Joe Griffin

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2025/09/26

Fall is in full swing, and Joe and I are back with an update on what’s been a whirlwind season so far. From Alaska bears to Colorado mule deer and Michigan hunts, we’ve been busy, and we’re just getting started with whitetail season around the corner.Today we talk about: -Four-bear Alaska adventure: black bears, a grizzly, and Jordan’s first animal -A close-range bow stalk with a black bear at 9 yards -Colorado mule deer & elk hunts -Michigan bear hunts, bobcat tags, and chasing squirrels for

41:35

Tools and Hill Country Tactics with Codie Bhuyan

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2025/09/12

Summer’s winding down on The Fair Chase podcast, but we’re gearing up for fall with Codie Bhuyan from Tekton Tools. As Codie trains for a marathon to prep for the Ohio hills, we talk Tekton’s immigrant roots, activity-focused hand tools, and how they’re innovating for hunters like us. Codie shares a wild breakdown story where basic tools saved his whitetail hunt, proving why you can always use some pliers, wrenches, and zip ties.We also cover: - Tekton’s evolution: from buying cheap to crafting

38:08

The Queen of Carbon

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2025/09/05

The Fair Chase podcast catches up with Julie Chevrefils, President and CEO of Carbon TV (and newlywed!). From fashion modeling and pro poker to piloting, producing hunts, and now guiding hound pursuits in Arizona, Julie’s path is incredible. We tallk about her sunrise wedding, debunking hound hunting myths, and why mountain lion meat is so delicious. As Carbon TV evolves with Roku, affiliate tools, and new features, Julie shares how she’s streamlining the platform for both creators and

31:10

How to Bait Bears

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2025/08/22

On this episode, James and Joe talk black bear baiting. Joe's hunted bears in the UP since his teens and has learned a lot. As fall approaches, we break down our 2025 plans, from scouting natural food sources to camera strategies and avoiding bait pitfalls. Joe shares trial-and-error lessons on keeping baits hot, outsmarting wary boars, and why consistency trumps fancy setups. Whether you’re a newbie or vet, this episode packs practical tips for stacking the odds in your favor. We also cover:

40:57

Suppressor Talk w/ Darrell Morrow

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2025/08/15

Summer’s flying by on The Fair Chase podcast, with September hunts closing in fast! We’re diving into suppressors with Darrell Morrow, Huxwrx’s Senior VP of Sales and a lifelong hunter from Louisiana to Texas. Darrell breaks down suppressor myths, from Hollywood’s “silent assassin” BS to real-world perks like hearing protection and smoother shooting. We cover the 1934 NFA origins, the Big Beautiful Bill slashing tax stamps to $0, and why suppressors are game-changers for hog hunts and family

01:26:27

Kevin Vistisen Loves Scrapes

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2025/08/08

The Fair Chase podcast is back with fan-favorite Kevin Vistisen, voice of the Deer Hunter Podcast and founder of Deer Hunter Synthetics. As summer scouting heats up, Kevin breaks down his mock scrape system for hunting big Michigan bucks, from trail cam setups to synthetic scents and scrapes. We talk scrape locations, community hotspots, and why synthetics beat natural urine for consistency and legality. Whether you’re a Midwest road-hunter or like to go deep, Kevin’s tips will level up your

55:09

Climb, Conquer, Hunt w/ Ryan Holm

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2025/08/01

We’re joined by Ryan Holm, Leica Sport Optics’ marketing director and a lifelong outdoorsman. Ryan shares his journey from elite rock climbing to bowhunting, as well as his heart surgery, recovery, and training. We also cover: - How climbing’s mental edge translates to elk calling and bowhunting - Ryan’s first cow elk (spoiler: it’ll never be that easy again) - Battling AFib, surgery, and rebuilding fitness for the mountains - His work at Leica Follow us here:

49:26

Wild Pivots with Cliff Gray

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2025/07/18

In this episode of The Fair Chase podcast, we chat with Cliff Gray, a former finance guy turned wilderness outfitter, guide, and content creator. Cliff's great and shares his wild pivot from trading desks in Chicago and NYC to running hunts across the West. With a massive following on Instagram and YouTube, he talks about the realities of guiding, why public land management gets a D-minus, and biltong We also cover: - How he got into outfitting - Getting burned out - Backcountry meals and

41:33

Joe Goes on a Grizzly Hunt

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2025/07/03

Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast! Today, Joe and I are diving deep into his upcoming grizzly hunt in Alaska, now less than two months away. As summer heats up, the excitement is building for this unique adventure.Joe shares all the details about his return to a favorite Alaskan hunting ground, a place he considers his top spot with no close second. This is a dream hunt for Joe (and most other hunters!). We're talking about the pressure, the anticipation, and the unique

41:23

Flinging Arrows w/ Gary Cornum from Easton Archery

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2025/06/06

Today we talk with Gary Cornum, Easton Archery’s marketing director since 1993. As summer is getting started up in Utah and Michigan, we’re planning grizzly hunts and sneaking in some smallmouth fishing. But today's discussion is all about arrows. Gary tells us about Easton’s 100-year legacy, starting with handcrafted longbows to now cutting-edge carbon shafts. We talk about new arrow trends, a heart-pounding deer miss, and why tinkering with gear keeps archery fun all year. We also cover: -

35:57

Filming & Bison Recap w/ Jordan Parham

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2025/05/30

The Fair Chase podcast is back, and we’re diving into our wild bison hunt with Jordan Parham, our ace videographer. Fresh off releasing Frozen Arrow, we unpack the chaos of bowhunting bison in brutal -30°F South Dakota winds. Jordan talks about filming in frostbite conditions, juggling cameras, and capturing a rare pass-through shot that stunned our guide. We break down the hunt’s highs, lows, and why bison are tougher than nails.As we plan a grizzly hunt, Jordan shares how we balance epic

42:26

Mark's First Turkey Hunt

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2025/05/16

Turkey season’s wrapped in Michigan, and Joe’s off chasing bears, but The Fair Chase podcast is back with Mark Naida, editor of Michigan Enjoyer—a fresh outlet hyping the Mitten State’s lifestyle and politics. Mark’s a first-time hunter, and we took him on a wild turkey chase in Northern Michigan, trading his laptop for a shotgun. From the city to the woods, he got a crash course in calling, freezing in a teepee, and why turkeys are the smartest (and dumbest) critters we hunt. We break down our

43:41

Good Boots w/ Mike from Schnee’s

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2025/05/09

It’s all hands on deck in Michigan for turkey season on The Fair Chase podcast, but we’re hitting pause to talk boots with Mike Edwards from Schnee’s in Bozeman, Montana. Mike’s been steeped in boots and big game hunting since he was a kid, taking over the family business that’s been crafting legendary pack boots and mountain boots since the ‘80s. From chasing mule deer to obsessing over bow hunting, he knows what keeps your feet happy on the mountain. We nerd out on what makes a killer hunting

43:05

Know Where You Stand w/ Dylan Dowson

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2025/04/25

Spring is heating up on The Fair Chase podcast as we gear up for Michigan turkey chases and bear hunts! This week, we’re pumped to have Dylan Dawson from OnX, a decade-long veteran of the ultimate hunting app. Dylan’s a Montana native who’s been hunting since he was tagging along for a 190-inch mule deer at age 5, and now he’s driving OnX’s Western big game marketing.We dive into how OnX evolved from GPS chips to a phone app that’s a hunter’s best friend, plus Dylan’s excitement for drawing a

59:18

Predator Smackdown w/ Tom Schneider

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2025/04/11

Welcome back to The Fair Chase podcast! This week, we’re pumped to chat with Tom Schneider from Stuck N The Rut, hailing from Idaho’s wilds. Tom’s part of a hunting family that’s been killing it, literally, for decades, and their YouTube channel’s stacked with over 300 videos of raw, DIY public land hunts. From awesome elk chases to grizzly showdowns, they’ve built a huge following by keeping it real.In this episode, Tom covers how Stuck N The Rut went from local legends to YouTube heavyweights,

51:34

Breaking Rules w/ Jared Sheffler

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2025/03/28

In this episode of The Fair Chase podcast, we’re stoked to sit down with Jared Scheffler, the mastermind behind Whitetail Adrenaline. For 18 years, Jared’s been creating raw, sponsor-free, DVD-style hunting films that capture real hunts. Big wins, big fails, and everything in between. From his all-public-land roots to the latest “Uncuffed” season (with a bit of door-knocking permission hunts), Jared’s all about keeping it accessible and wild for the everyday hunter.We dive into his unique,

46:29

Bear Hunting Rocks w/ Kolby Morehead

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2025/03/21

In this episode of The Fair Chase podcast, we are talking spring bear hunting with Kolby Morehead from Bear Hunting Magazine. With warmer weather hitting Michigan, we're thinking about turkey and bear season. Kolby joins us to talk about why bear hunting is such a unique and fun hunt, whether you’re spot-and-stalking out West, running hounds, or deep in the backcountry.Kolby shares his journey from behind-the-scenes guy to taking the reins at Bear Hunting Magazine, the only publication dedicated

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