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Bay WavesWe Found A Master of Maps. And Put Him to the Test (ft. LatitudeMaps aka John Griffis)John Griffis (LatitudeMaps) 3D prints topographical maps of states, countries, and regions and creates video content detailing the process of producing these beautiful maps. This episode features a hilarious chat with John, and an insane display of map and geography knowledge, as we pit John up against Dylan in a battle of geography. The twist? He's blindfolded :) Throw us a follow and a 5 star review if you're enjoying the podcast (if not, send Dylan a glitter bomb)Check out LatitudeMaps on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latitudemaps/ Check out the site and purchase...
2026-03-251h 06
The Typical SportsmanEp. 74: New Adventures - Nick HoffmanDylan is joined by Nick Hoffman, host of Nick’s Wild Ride, to give you some really good insights on some incredible adventures that you can do very affordably!
Try something new, go somewhere new, hunt something new, find new adventures!
2026-03-242h 15
The Typical SportsmanEp. 73: Leigh McNastyHunting is for EVERYONE!
Dylan is joined by the incredibly funny Leigh McNasty, and the two talk about how hunting is for EVERYONE!
It doesn’t matter what you look like, how you dress, where you come from, or any other hobbies you might enjoy. ANYONE and EVERYONE can get out and enjoy hunting!
They talk about Leigh’s journey into taking over the internet with his comedy, his hunting background, the social acceptance of hunting, and share some stories!
2026-03-171h 31
The Typical SportsmanEp. 72: The Truth About CWDFacts that hunters NEED to know about CWD!
Dylan is joined by Sonja Christensen, Assistant Professor for the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University, and Justin Spring, Executive Director of Pope & Young, to share the TRUTH about CWD.
Wading through all the information out here about CWD can be super difficult. What’s factual? What’s a myth? What can we as hunter actually do? What are long terms solutions?
Sonja is here to help YOU understand the TRUTH about CWD and how we as hunters...
2026-03-131h 02Bay WavesThe Bay Area's Favorite Improviser - Conor AllenConor Allen is an Oakland-based comedian teaching and performing improv with All-Out Comedy, Improv All Stars, Puppet Party, Endgames Improv, and various venues across the bay.This episode features a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly honest conversation about Bay Area improv, weird shows (improv with bird masks anyone?), bad date ideas, sports betting temptation, and the anxiety of trying to build a creative life that actually works.Throw us a follow and a 5 star review if you're enjoying the podcast (if not, send Dylan a glitter bomb)Check out Conor on...
2026-03-111h 27
The Typical SportsmanEp. 71: Dan Mathews - The Nomadic OutdoorsmanDylan is joined by Dan Mathews from The Nomadic Outdoorsman and We Are Dan & Sam.
The two sit down to discuss a little bit of everything; becoming internet famous, experiencing new outdoor adventures, some western hunts that’ll never be forgotten, and yeah, even helping the police catch thieves in a chase.
2026-03-102h 06
The Typical SportsmanEp. 70: Turkey Gear and Tips - Aaron WarbrittonWhat all do I NEED to go turkey hunting? What’s the best kind of gun? What’s the shot placement on a turkey?
Dylan is joined by Aaron Warbritton from The Hunting Public to talk through turkey hunting gear, shot placement on a bird, and some tips and tricks he’s learned over his years of turkey hunting that you can use to make yourself a better turkey hunter!
2026-03-061h 08
The Typical SportsmanEp. 68: Turkey Tactics - Nate HosieThere’s more than one way to kill a gobbler.
Dylan is joined by Nate Hosie to break down proven turkey hunting tactics for chasing long-beards in every scenario. From aggressive run-and-gun setups to slowing down on pressured birds, we dive into the strategies that consistently get it done.
If you’ve ever wondered how and when to implement different tactics for chasing those spring gobblers and becoming more consistent this turkey season, this episode is packed with practical, real-world insight. If you’re obsessed with chasing gobblers… this one’s for you.
2026-03-041h 23
The Typical SportsmanEp. 67: Turkey Habitat - Dr. Michael ChamberlainWhy Are Turkeys Where They Are?
If you understand habitat, you stop chasing turkeys and start predicting them.
Dylan is joined by Dr. Michael Chamberlain, who has spent more than three decades studying the iconic game bird, balancing his role as a leading academic with his passion as a hunter. He was named the NWTF Distinguished Professor at the University of Georgia—the nation’s first endowed position devoted solely to wild turkey research.
There aren’t many people on the planet who understand a turkey’s habitat as well as Dr. Chamberlain, and he’s h...
2026-03-031h 19
The Typical SportsmanEp.66: Turkey Passion - Michael WaddellTo kick off TURKEY WEEK, Dylan is joined by Michael Waddell to share his passion for turkey hunting, and help fire the listener up to get out this spring and chase those gobblers!
The passion for turkey hunting is something that runs DEEP in many, but none as deep The Bone Collector!
2026-03-021h 35Bay WavesWhat Even Is “Electronic Math Rock”? ft. ShoefingerShoefinger is a technomage guitarist/musician/DJ with a super unique sound he describes as electronic math rock (with cumbia and indie influences). Oh, and bet you didn't think he competes in Smash Melee tournaments across the Bay.This episode features discussions around odd time signatures, guitar tapping, growing up with salsa + chants + rock, Bay Area music scenes, DJing, Smash Melee tournaments at bars, and a truly unhinged lightning round.Throw us a follow and a 5 star review if you're enjoying the podcast (if not, send Dylan a glitter bomb)Check out Shoefinger...
2026-02-251h 09
The Typical SportsmanEp. 65: Paying Tribute - Bryan BurkhardtDylan is joined by Bryan Burkhardt to relive one incredible hunt, paying tribute to Fred Bear and Glenn St. Charles: The Little Delta Tribute Hunt.
Bryan is FULL of incredible bowhunting stories, but none as great as setting out to pay tribute to bowhunting legends and slipping an arrow into an incredible bull moose!
2026-02-241h 21
The Typical SportsmanEp. 64: Bucky Ihlenfeldt - The Sheep HunterWhat would it be like to WIN a SHEEP HUNT!?
Dylan is joined by Bucky Ihlenfeldt, who was drawn for the
2026-02-171h 38Bay WavesShe Dropped A Marketing Career to Pursue Art (w/Alex Berg)Alex Berg left a stable marketing career to bet on graphic design, right as AI is flipping the creative world upside down. In this episode, Alex breaks down what a career pivot actually takes, what she’d do differently, and why our podcast logo is total garbage.Throw us a follow and a 5 star review if you're enjoying the podcast (if not, send Dylan a glitter bomb)Alex Berg is a Bay Area graphic designer, illustrator, and improviser. After years in social media marketing, she pivoted into design, building a freelance client base while earning gr...
2026-02-111h 23
The Typical SportsmanEp. 63: Falconry with Tyler SladenHunting with…FALCONS!?
Dylan is joined by falconer, Tyler Sladen, along with one of his good friends, John Gardner, to take a deep dive into the world of falconry.
Falconry is the OLDEST form of hunting, and it’s not really something you can just START. It’s a long, hard process, taking THOUSANDS of hours to train a bird.
Dylan has a ton of questions for Tyler as he tries to understand this incredible lifestyle of hunting with falcons!
2026-02-101h 46
The Typical SportsmanEp. 62: "I Am a Hunter" with Cade ColeDylan is joined by Wyoming big game outfitter Cade Cole to talk about why people insist on being defined as a bowhunter, rather than simply a hunter. Is it pride? Is it ego? Does being a bowhunter make you better than someone who uses a different weapon?
At the end of the day, we are HUNTERS, and we should all support ALL hunters!
2026-02-031h 08Bay WavesThe Bay This Week: Coyotes Love a Prison Break, SF Sketchfest, & Ringing RepublicansThis week we chat about what news is making waves across the Bay Area, including an insane swim from a coyote to Alcatraz, the energy around SF Sketchfest, and a new payphone that allows you to call a Republican (which we think is a bad way to spend your day). Throw us a follow and a 5 star review if you're enjoying the podcast (if not, send Dylan a glitter bomb)Title Song is ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cassette: https://linktr.ee/supercassetteFollow Bay Waves acro...
2026-01-2841 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 61: Building Habitat with Ethan StubbsDylan is joined by Ethan Stubbs in the Tuo booth at ATA.
Ethan is someone who pours everything he has into building better habitat for the deer. He shares some advice on how you can do the same: what to look for, what to do, things to add/takeaway, and what to be doing this time of year to better the deer on your property.
You also get to hear about Ethan’s roller coaster of a deer season with all of the highs, and the lows!
2026-01-271h 04
The Typical SportsmanEp. 60: Justin Zarr - Bowhunt or DieDylan is joined by Justin Zarr, from Bowhunt or Die, in the ScentLok booth at ATA 2026.
The two discuss Justin’s journey and the beginnings of Bowhunt or Die. They also talk about Justin’s season and punching a tag on an absolutely incredible public land buck in Kansas!
You get a sneak peak of some of the new pieces from ScentLok, and a rundown of some of Justin and Dylan’s favorite pieces.
2026-01-201h 11
The Typical SportsmanEp. 59: Skyler BradleyDylan is joined by the guy behind the deer costume, Skyler Bradley, in the Blocker Outdoors booth at ATA.
The two talk about Skyler’s REAL passion for the outdoors, how he’s a product of his environment, all the good times in camp, and Skyler’s pursuit of the WHITE turkey.
Buckle in, because as you learn who Skyler Bradley REALLY is, you’re SURE to laugh.
#skylerbradley #hunting #bowhunting #deerhunting #turkeyhunting #podcast #typicalsportsman
2026-01-131h 17
The Typical SportsmanEp. 58: Influence, Elk Hunting, and the Bridger WatchDylan is joined by Cody Rich to talk about the power of YOUR voice and doing something FOR YOU and nobody else.
Cody also shares some good tips on how you can be a more successful elk hunter and kill bigger bulls more often!
Cody then shares all the new details on the ALL NEW Bridger Watch!
2026-01-061h 34Bay WavesHow a Dungeons & Dragons Campaign Became a Fantasy Novel (w/ author Barak Engel)On this episode we’re joined by Bay Area author Barak Engel, who took a Dungeons & Dragons campaign he was running and turned it into a full-blown fantasy novel. Turns out being a great Dungeon Master helps when you decide to write a book (and it also helps that he wrote some other cybersecurity non-fiction books before). We talk about how the world was born at the table, the unexpectedly useful mushroom trip that helped finish the story, his deep love of nerd culture, and naturally, we take some time to bully Dylan for not reading enough.Ch...
2025-12-311h 14
The Typical SportsmanEp. 57: The Okayest RantDylan is joined by Eric Clark, The Okayest Hunter, and the two go on some rants about how we treat people on social media, the dangers of jumping to conclusions, and the impact we have on the future and culture of hunting.
2025-12-301h 27
The Typical SportsmanEp. 56: Recaps, Stories, and Getting StartedDylan is joined by The Tree Cru TV guys, Shea, Jake, and Nick, to talk about their start, how Tree Cru came to be, and the constant grind they’re on to getting it rolling.
They also give recaps of their VERY exciting seasons, share some stories, and talk about dream hunts they hope to go on one day!
2025-12-231h 42
The Typical SportsmanEp. 55: Stories, Camo, and Gen ZDylan is joined by Ronnie “Cuz” Strickland from Mossy Oak to share stories and talk about camo. Camo has changed over the years even though the purpose it serves is the same (and is still vitally important). They also have an important talk about Generation Z and the hope they bring to the future of hunting and our country!
2025-12-091h 31
The Typical SportsmanEp. 54: Cheating DeathDylan is joined by Kurt Belding of Western Obsession TV to relive a hunt he’ll never forget!
The hunt of a lifetime - Alaska Intercoastal Grizzly - that turned into a WILD RIDE with charging grizzlies, grizzlies coming into camp at night, and Kurt cheating death to punch his tag and live to tell the tale!
2025-12-021h 18
The Typical SportsmanEp. 53: The Outdoorsman's PerspectiveDylan is joined by Devin Apple, founder of Hunt BNB. The two talk about the awesome new website helping hunters find good lodging for their next hunt.
But the heart of the episode is getting down to the perspective of an outdoorsman: remembering why we do what we do and not getting caught up in a short sided self-comparison of ourselves to other hunters.
If you’re already thinking about what kind of photos to take and how many likes they might get on social media, you’ve got it all wrong. So, why do we d...
2025-11-261h 07
The Typical SportsmanEp. 52: Jaelen Johnston - Kansas' Own SonDylan is joined by Jaelen Johnston, runner-up on the most recent season of The Voice, along with Wade Skeen, owner of Skeen Outfitters.
The three are all passionate Kansas outdoorsmen, who love Kansas and the incredible hunting opportunities that it has to offer. The three talk through their favorite things to hunt, and all of the great things Kansas has to offer for hunters.
In many places, it’s the middle of the rut and the temps are in the 80’s with terrible wind directions, and Dylan has been struggling in the woods. Wade shares some t...
2025-11-181h 36
The Typical SportsmanEp. 51: The New Prime DivideDylan is joined by Brian Anderson from Prime, along with PJ Reilly from Lancaster Archery.
Brian gives the details on the NEW Prime Divide and their new ability to let the customer build the EXACT bow they want, with the specs they want!
PJ gives his reviews of the bows, and then goes into details on the benefits and setbacks of different axle to axle lengths and different brace heights, what ATA and BH does for the overall shooting experience, and gives some advice to help YOU choose the best option for YOU!
2025-11-121h 10
The Typical SportsmanEp. 50: The 40 Year Anniversary BuckDylan is joined by Darrell Gogert to relive the story of his most recent mule deer hunt. Darrell shot this incredible buck 40 years, to the day, after the first buck he ever killed.
Then on the pack out it dawned on him: this would be the last time he would ever have the ability to hunt those Nevada mountains that have made him who he is.
Go back and hunt those special places with the people that mean the most to you, because soon those opportunities will be gone and you’ll wish you had.
2025-11-041h 11
The Typical SportsmanEp. 49: The Psychological EvolutionDylan is joined by Chris Parish and Justin Spring to talk about evolutionary psychology and how it influences predictable yet thoughtless behavior in hunters. The whole “think before you react” to a natural stimulus thing. It’s what should differentiate between the animal and human world, yet we are all products of biological forces.
As hunters, we have the opportunity to think about our gut reactions. Use the information we have and make decisions that promote the future of hunting and better stewardship of wildlife and wild places.
2025-10-281h 39Bay WavesIs Wrestling the Wildest Art Form in the Bay Area? (w/ Dark Sheik)What does it take to be a Bay Area wrestler? Dylan and Johnny figure out while getting headlocked with Sam Khandaghabadi, better known by her wrestling persona DARK SHEIK. Sam is the owner and operator of the Bay Area's biggest and wildest wrestling org, Hoodslam (now SlamTown). Sam chats about why wrestling is the perfect live entertainment, how Dark Sheik got her origin, and how she stays healthy in a profession full of slams (hint, it involves raw meat). Check out Dark Sheik and Hoodslam (SlamTown) on Instagram: - Dark Sheik: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-10-221h 15
The Typical SportsmanEp. 48: The Super Slam 3xDylan is joined by Frank Noska, one of the most accomplished bowhunters in the WORLD!
Frank is just a couple animals away from completing the North American Super Slam…for the THIRD TIME; all with a bow!
Dylan and Frank talk about his journey into becoming a bowhunter, his bowhunting accomplishments, and developing killer instincts. Frank also shares some of his most INSANE encounters, like being attacked by a grizzly bear!
2025-10-211h 25
The Typical SportsmanEp. 47: New World Record BullThe Casey Brooks bull is OFFICIALLY the new WORLD RECORD Non-Typical American Elk!
Dylan is joined by the man himself, Casey Brooks, to tell the full story! Casey is the KING of killing big bulls, and this one TOPS THE CHARTS!
Casey shares the 2 year long story of chasing this bull, all leading up to a car crash, leaving his shoulder completely tore up, and shooting this bull on the LAST DAY, in the LAST HOURS of the hunt!
You’ll also get to hear from Casey on some of his techniques for hunti...
2025-10-151h 48Bay WavesThe Bay's Biggest Showman - Jamie DeWolfDylan and Johnny sit down with Jamie DeWolf, the larger-than-life emcee, filmmaker and creator behind The Ruckus Revival, a one-of-a-kind vaudeville-style variety show that's been running in the Bay for more than 25 years. If you've ever seen a wacky performance in the Bay, odds are good Jamie was the emcee. Watch now as Jamie dives DEEP into the art of commanding a crowd as an emcee, peels back the curtain on the operation and evolution of Ruckus, and spills the deets on his creative start (which involves pissing off both middle school teachers and Barnes & Noble open mic patrons).
2025-10-081h 12
The Typical SportsmanEp. 46: Public Land TacticsDylan is joined by Zach Ferenbaugh from The Hunting Public to talk chasing deer on public ground!
The two talk about how Zach’s style of hunting has changed over the years, becoming a mobile hunter, how he goes about attacking a piece of public ground, and the sick world of social media.
2025-10-072h 12
The Typical SportsmanEp. 45: Conrad the Coues' KingDylan is joined by his FAVORITE fan, Conrad Sheley, The KING of Coues’ Deer!
The two talk about Conrad’s tactics for consistently killing big mature Coues’ Deer andJavelina.
They also talk through Conrad’s journey into becoming a passionate member and measurer for P&Y, the importance of learning the history of archery, and tackle the question of why some areas have such a high population of color phase black bears while others don’t.
2025-09-301h 34Bay WavesClowning Isn't Child's Play for a Horror Clown - April Garro aka 'Loony the Clown'Dylan and Johnny sit down with April Garro, also known by her alias Loony the Clown! We dive into April’s journey of discovering her clown, from scaring audiences in haunted houses to mastering the art of THE CACKLE. April also gives us the lowdown on her favorite moments working at Pirates of Emerson Haunted Theme Park, and teaches us about a whole new form of meditation called 'Laughter Yoga'. Scared of Loony the Clown? Don't be! They are fun and great with kids and only hold knives sometime and I promise that red splotch on their shirt isn't bl...
2025-09-2459 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 44: Early Season WhitetailsDylan is joined by The King of Camo, President of ScentLok, Aaron Ambur.
Aaron and Dylan take a deep dive into early to mid season whitetails. Prep work, tactics, do’s and dont’s, tips and tricks, and how to dress accordingly to help ensure the best chances of success. All that and more!
2025-09-231h 15
The Typical SportsmanEp. 43: Huntin' OvertimeDylan is joined by MMA World Champion Corey “Overtime” Anderson to talk about balancing the fight life with his passion for hunting. The two also talk about the impact that people who reach a diverse crowd can have on how the general public views hunters, because Corey can and will reach an audience with the good of hunting that Dylan would never have the chance to reach.
2025-09-1654 minBay WavesTap Dancing is Percussion From the Sole - Casey TessierDylan and Johnny sit down with Casey Tessier, a Bay Area tap dancer and award-winning percussionist, to explore the art, rhythm, and joy of tap. We've never seen anyone SO passionate about dance. Casey dives into the history of tap dance, breaks down different styles and techniques, and shares her creative approach to teaching that blends percussion, drumline, and even...math. Along the way, we get personal: from the importance of stretching (for all of us with weak ankles) to a close-up look at Casey’s gleaming tap shoes.Check out Casey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
2025-09-111h 13
The Typical SportsmanEp. 42: Mechanics, Tuning, and TransitionsDylan is joined by Matt Zirnsak from The Push Archery to talk all things archery. Building better
mechanics, tuning bows, aiming methods, making the switch from a compound to a recurve,
and a whole lot more!
2025-09-092h 11
The Typical SportsmanEp. 41: Florida Black Bear HuntDylan is joined by Justin Spring, Executive Director of the Pope & Young Club, to talk about Florida recently reinstating a bear hunt.
This is a HUGE win for conservation and proof that the North American Wildlife Conservation works.
Why was it taken away in the first place? What does it look like over the next few years? What could come of the season? The two talk about all of it and more!
2025-09-0254 minBay WavesLeveling Up in Indie Pop and Video Games - Max Gerlock (Super Cassette)Dylan and Johnny sit down with Max Gerlock, lead guitarist, vocalist, and founder of Super Cassette. Since 2016, Super Cassette has been serving up irresistibly catchy indie-pop across the Bay, and if you haven’t tuned in yet, now’s the perfect time to catch the wave! In this banter-filled episode, Max pulls back the curtain on their creative process, which balances sharp analysis with raw introspection and a relentless chase for melody. We also dig into the video games that shaped their love of music, proving once again that geeks and nerds reign supreme. This time, with an indie rock...
2025-08-281h 02
The Typical SportsmanEp. 40: The South, Humor, and MistakesDylan is joined by Trent Ellis to talk life in the South, Trent’s journey into making content, stand up comedy, and how to respond when people with influence make mistakes.
2025-08-261h 28
The Typical SportsmanEp. 39: The Stick Bow StalkerDylan is joined by South Cox, owner of Stalker Stickbows. There are a lot of good bowyers out there. There are also a lot of bad to the bone killers out there. South just happens to be BOTH.
The two talk through South’s bowhunting journey, becoming a bowyer, and his addiction to stalking in close to big game with his recurve in hand! You’ll hear some of South’s most exciting tales, from close encounters with big bulls to crawling in on giant bedded mule deer! Don’t miss it!
2025-08-191h 43Bay WavesThe Bay is Obsessed with Labubus and We are NOT PleasedOn this episode of Bay Waves, Johnny and Dylan chat about the Labubu craze taking over the Bay Area, Dylan's fraught birthday plans at Great America, and the Dog Surfing Championship held in Pacifica. Raw opinions about the Labubus may rub some the wrong way, but just remember all trends go away sometime (we hope). Title Song is ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cassette: https://linktr.ee/supercassetteFollow Bay Waves across socials @baywavespod:InstagramTikTokXSubscribe to Bay Waves on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BayWavesPodFoll...
2025-08-1436 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 38: Complete Broadhead BreakdownDylan is joined by Bryan Broderick from Day Six Gear to give you a COMPLETE guide to broadheads! Shapes, sizes, designs, functionality, material, and EVERYTHING in between! The goal: give you a complete guide to making the most educated choice about your broadhead selection!
At the end of the day, the broadhead you choose is the FIRST thing to come in contact with the animal, and often times, the ONLY thing to come in contact with the animal. So, shouldn’t it be the MOST considered part of our gear?
2025-08-121h 54
The Typical SportsmanEp. 37: Complete Optics Breakdown
Dylan is joined by Reuben Aleckson from Vortex Optics to do a complete break down on building an optics kit for hunting! Ever wondered what size of spotting scope or binoculars to run for a certain hunt? We all have!
The two breakdown what to look for in a set of binoculars or a spotting scope, and some things to consider when choosing different sizes for different types of hunts!
2025-08-051h 48Bay Waves1000 Standup Sets is Easy for a Dream Interpreter - Geulah FinmanDylan and Johnny are joined by Geulah Finman, a Bay Area standup comedian, Neo-Futurist performer, and daughter of a literal clown. Geulah dives into her quest to hit 1,000 standup sets, unpacks the strange art of dream-reciting, and gives sage advice to a few guys with existential crises. Dylan and Johnny butcher her name enough times to leave her thirsty for a prayer and a coffee from Caffe Trieste. Check out Geulah and find her next showtimes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geulah_/Title Song is ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cass...
2025-07-311h 22
The Typical SportsmanEp. 36: Public Lands, Bow Builds, and ContentDylan is joined by Sam Soholt to discuss the recent threat to public lands and how to navigate through the different bills to really understand what is actually going on. We should celebrate these wins, but we shouldn’t kick our heels up and act as though the fight is over; we need to keep fighting and stay diligent about standing together.
The two also discuss bow setups, tuning bows, and how to make changes to your equipment.
Check out the NEW Legends of the Wild Podcast, hosted by Sam:
2025-07-291h 41Bay WavesColor Blind Painters are the Best Painters - Seth VargasDylan and Johnny are joined by Seth Vargas, a Bay Area sign-painter and muralist. Besides being absolutely floored that Seth is color blind and thriving as a painter, we chat through the meticulous art of sign painting, the fun with creating new fonts, and we watch as Johnny gets absolutely torched in a Bey Blade battle.Check out Seth’s work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleightofhandsigns/Title Song is ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cassette: https://linktr.ee/supercassetteFollow Bay Waves across socials @baywav...
2025-07-171h 16
The Typical SportsmanEp. 35: Be Selective
When Jason Matzinger began making his films, what he brought to the world was an entirely new way to look at a hunt. Dylan and Jason talk about his journey into film making, but really take a deep dive into his most recent film, Selective, and what it means to be a selective hunter.
Don’t get it confused with trophy hunting. SELECTIVE hunting is understanding what animals need be taken off of the landscape, and targeting those animals. Selective hunting is understanding that sometimes we pass bulls with bigger antlers to shoot the older more mature bu...
2025-07-151h 45
The Typical SportsmanEp. 34: Talkin' Turkeys with HosieDylan is joined by turkey addict Nate Hosie from Head Hunters TV.
The two talk about Nate’s spring season, getting new hunters out in the turkey woods, and the importance of slowing down and remembering what it’s all about.
2025-07-081h 16
The Typical SportsmanEp. 33: The Wild Heart of Manitoba
Dylan is joined by Todd Wohlgemuth, owner of Baldy Mountain Outfitters, to share the story of Dylan and Krissy’s recent trip to the Duck Mountains of Manitoba!
You’ll get to hear about the slow starts, the close encounters, and the story of Dylan’s gorgeous cinnamon bear! Dylan and Todd also talk about the way bears move and act through the year, recommended gear, and when to take the shot!
2025-07-011h 16
The Typical SportsmanEp. 32: Cell Cam Ethics
Dylan is joined by Mark Olis from Moultrie and Justin Spring, Executive Director of Pope & Young, to discuss the ethics of using a cellular trail camera.
Why did Pope & Young say they were unethical in the past? What caused them to change their position on them? Can cell cameras become unethical? Is there any reason states should actually ban the use of cell cameras?
Get ALL the answers to the ethics behind the use of cellular trail cameras here!
The Pope and Young Club is North America's leading voice and supporter of bowhunting...
2025-06-241h 05
The Typical SportsmanEp. 31: Complete Trophy CareDylan is joined by Darrell Gogert, owner of Velvet Antler Technologies, to discuss complete care of your trophies!
From how to care for hides and velvet in the field, to restoring antlers and keeping the trophies clean on the wall; we want to take care of our animals!
You also get to hear the story of the gorgeous piebald deer that Darrell shot in Maryland!
2025-06-1757 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 30: The Story of Two FirstsFrom Idaho bear camp with Ace Outfitters you get to hear the incredible stories of TWO firsts.
Dylan’s wife shot her FIRST animal, which was a GREAT bear. 20 yards on the ground, with a
bow, makes a memorable story. And Dylan’s son got to tag along for his first bear hunt and be
there while Dylan shot his bear.
Dylan is joined by Michael and Joel from Ace Outfitters and his wife Krissy to tell the stories
and share lessons learned along the way!
You might even get to hear Tucker share...
2025-06-1050 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 29: Controversial CrazinessDylan is joined by Scot Evans for a TikTok live podcast; answering questions, and navigating controversial topics that the people want to know about!
2025-06-031h 55Bay WavesSlamming Down Poetry and Dumplings in the Bay - Jordan RanftDylan and Johnny are joined by Jordan Ranft, a Bay Area slam poet and host of the Santa Rosa Poetry Slam. Jordan munches on dumplings while opening up about his history with spoken word poetry, his creative process, and his cameos in classic Pixar films,Follow Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_ranft/Check out the next dates for the Santa Rosa Poetry Slam: https://www.instagram.com/santarosapoetryslam/Title Song is ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cassette: https://linktr.ee/supercassetteFoll...
2025-05-291h 15
The Typical SportsmanEp. 28: Becoming a Bowhunter
Dylan is joined by Jim Willems from Pope & Young, to talk about his journey to becoming a bowhunter, the success the North American model of wildlife conservation has had in Kansas, the changes that have taken place in Pope & Young, and what the future looks like for the organization.
2025-05-201h 54
The Typical SportsmanEp. 27: Fine Tunin'Dylan is joined by Ricky Brule from Vaportrail to talk about tuning your compound bows to get the best performance! How do you choose a rest, and then how do you go about tuning your bow? The tune is the single most important thing that you can put your time and efforts towards, and we should never settle!
2025-05-131h 36
Sportsmen's Empire - Western Big Game HuntingThe Range - Dylan Ray: Typical SportsmanIn this conversation, Ricky Brule interviews Dylan Ray, the marketing director for the Pope and Young Club and host of the Typical Sportsman Podcast. Dylan shares his journey from growing up in the South, where he was introduced to hunting, to becoming a passionate bow hunter. He discusses his transition into the media and marketing side of the hunting industry, including his experiences with various companies and podcasts. The conversation also covers Dylan's recent bear hunting experience, the importance of bow tuning, and the joy of sharing hunting with his children. Dylan shares his experiences and insights f...
2025-05-1256 min
The RangeDylan Ray: Typical SportsmanIn this conversation, Ricky Brule interviews Dylan Ray, the marketing director for the Pope and Young Club and host of the Typical Sportsman Podcast. Dylan shares his journey from growing up in the South, where he was introduced to hunting, to becoming a passionate bow hunter. He discusses his transition into the media and marketing side of the hunting industry, including his experiences with various companies and podcasts. The conversation also covers Dylan's recent bear hunting experience, the importance of bow tuning, and the joy of sharing hunting with his children. Dylan shares his experiences and insights f...
2025-05-1256 min
Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail HuntingThe Range - Dylan Ray: Typical SportsmanIn this conversation, Ricky Brule interviews Dylan Ray, the marketing director for the Pope and Young Club and host of the Typical Sportsman Podcast. Dylan shares his journey from growing up in the South, where he was introduced to hunting, to becoming a passionate bow hunter. He discusses his transition into the media and marketing side of the hunting industry, including his experiences with various companies and podcasts.
The conversation also covers Dylan's recent bear hunting experience, the importance of bow tuning, and the joy of sharing hunting with his children. Dylan shares his experiences and insights f...
2025-05-1057 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 26: Protecting Public LandsDylan is joined by Randy Newberg to talk about the attacks on our public lands, and what we as sportsmen can do to help protect them. Your voice DOES matter, as long as you make sure it’s heard!
2025-05-061h 24Bay WavesFinding Jokes from Riding BART - Joe KlocekDylan and Johnny are joined by Joe Klocek, an evergreen force in the Bay Area stand-up scene. We talk about Joe's joke writing process, his insane experiences with glitter and on BART, and we convince him to have children even though we don't. Learn more about Joe: https://stagejoe.com/Find Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standupjoe/Title Song is ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cassette: https://linktr.ee/supercassetteFollow Bay Waves across socials @baywavespod:InstagramTikTokXSubscribe to Bay Waves on YouTube: https://www.yout...
2025-04-291h 13
The Typical SportsmanEp. 25: Lead It Go
Dylan is joined by Chris Parish and Neil Thagard from the North American Non-Lead Partnership Program for an incredibly thought-provoking conversation on the importance of considering EVERYTHING we do as sportsmen and the impact we are having on the landscape.
Sometimes you’re following all the laws and rules, and doing everything “ethical” to your understanding, but what kind of impacts could you be having on other species?
2025-04-292h 24
The Typical SportsmanEp. 24: Breaking Records with Tom HoffmanDylan is joined by the legend himself, Tom Hoffman. Tom shares the story of his new WORLD RECORD Velvet Mountain Caribou.
Tom also shares about some of his craziest adventures, some his most haunting misses, and some of his greatest hunts!
2025-04-2251 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 23: The Dire Wolf TruthDylan is joined by Jim Heffelfinger, Wildlife Science Coordinator for Arizona Game and Fish, Full Research Scientist, and Author. The two talk about the TRUTH behind the “Dire Wolf”, the introduction of Javelina as a recognized big game species in both Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young, and the importance of sportsmen learning the truth surrounding wildlife conservation issues.
2025-04-151h 22
The Typical SportsmanEp. 22: Adventuring Arkansas
Dylan is joined by Blane Howard, a country music singer and outdoor enthusiast. Blane hails from the great state known as the Natural State: ARKANSAS!
The two talk about the state they both have such a deep love for and all of the incredible outdoor experiences the Arkansas has to offer.
2025-04-081h 07
The Typical SportsmanEp. 21: Deer, Wardens, and PoachersDylan is joined by his friend, country music artist, Chris Colston. The two talk about their shared obsession with deer hunting, their mutual hatred for poachers, and the desperate need we have all across the country for more GOOD game wardens.
2025-04-011h 34
The Typical SportsmanEp. 20: Convention BreakdownDylan is joined by Justin Spring, Executive Director of Pope & Young to give a full breakdown of the upcoming 34th Biennial Convention, April 9th-12th in Glendale, AZ.
Seminars, auction items, workshops, off site tours, speakers, raffles, and MORE! Tune in to find out everything you need to know to get ready as you head to the convention!
About half way through the episode, you’ll hear a special phrase. Tell Dylan that phrase at Convention and get a FREE GIFT!
2025-03-311h 05Bay WavesBay Area Musical Improv is Alive and Thriving! - Jed LevineDylan and Johnny are joined by Jed Levine, the now labeled ‘vanguard’ of musical improv in the Bay. Jed runs the Bay Area Musical Improv Festival, the successful show Knockoff Broadway, and is currently writing his second musical play. Listen as they chat and compete for Dylan's heart in a beyblade competition!More Jed Levine: https://www.alloutcomedytheater.com/jedlevine- Bay Area Musical Improv: https://bayareamusicalimprov.com/- KnockOff Broadway at All Out Comedy: https://www.alloutcomedytheater.com/knockoff-broadwayTitle Song - ‘Island’ by Super Cassette. More Super Cassette: https://linktr.e...
2025-03-271h 16
The Typical SportsmanEp. 19: Mid-Life Adjustment
Dylan is joined by Kurt Belding, host of Western Obsession TV. After taking a look at his life, Kurt made a mid-life adjustment to be out in the woods more, going to wild places, and doing wild things. The two discuss how so many people need to look at their lives, how they spend their time, money, and resources, and work to build the life they actually want.
2025-03-251h 33
The Typical SportsmanEp. 18: Predator Hunts with EichlerDylan is joined by Fred Eichler, the man who has hunted predators on 3 different CONTINENTS! The two talk about predator management, share some crazy stories, and Fred shares some of his best tips and tactics to help you kill more predators.
2025-03-181h 18
The Typical SportsmanEp. 17: Stereotypes, Podcasts, and Community
Dylan is joined by Cameron Robson, KING of hunting stereotypes! The two talk about hunting stereotypes, the hunting community, and answer a question on everyone’s mind: what does the hunting podcast you listen to say about you?!
2025-03-111h 36
The Typical SportsmanEp. 16: Tags, Technology, and Tips
Dylan is joined by Remi Warren to talk about drawing tags, how to get the most out of putting in for tags, the development of technology in hunting, and elk hunting tips and tactics.
2025-03-041h 48
The Typical SportsmanEp.15: Cook Wild - Bison Curry
Dylan is with Chef Mike whipping up some curry with bison that Trent Murphy brought by after a successful hunt!
2025-02-2815 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 14: Bear Hunting Breakdown
Dylan is joined by Kolby Morehead, Owner and Publisher of Bear Hunting Magazine to do a full bear hunting breakdown!
The two talk all things bear hunting, from states that offer phenomenal opportunities at a great price, to the incredible table fair, and even discuss shot placement and broadhead choices when it comes to bear hunting.
2025-02-251h 29
The Typical SportsmanEp. 13: Dialed InnovationDylan is joined by Scott Bakken, one of the owners of Dialed Archery.
The two talk about Dialed as a brand, the changes you’ll see in the Pruf, and the importance of continuing to innovate to advance our industry.
Innovation drives advancement, and if companies don’t continue to innovate and advance, there WILL be a decline.
2025-02-181h 34
The Typical SportsmanEp. 12: Be PrimalDylan is joined by Mike Merrill, co-owner of Primal Performance Supplements, and co-host of The Primal Pursuit Podcast.
Dylan and Mike talk about Mike’s start in hunting, and the difficulties that come with hunting as a kid when you have 13 brothers and sisters. The two also talk about what it looks like to live a healthy lifestyle so we can be better hunters, better fathers, and better husbands.
Also, you get to hear from a VERY exited Koda reliving the story of his first deer! And the first thing he wanted to do after kill...
2025-02-111h 17
The Typical SportsmanEp. 11: Non-Hunter to Sheep HunterDylan is joined by Joe Griffin in the Tuo booth at ATA. Joe shares an incredible story about going from a non-hunter to a sheep hunter! Joe was raised in a family that was adamantly against hunting, but after writing his parents a persuasive letter about letting him hunt while he was in GRADE SCHOOL! Joe jumped in completely and never looked back.
2025-02-041h 26
The Typical SportsmanEp. 10: Wild Game ShowdownOn this month’s Conservation Spotlight we are discussing WILD GAME MEAT! To highlight the First Annual Pope & Young Wild Game Showdown, Dylan is joined by Justin Spring, Brooks Hansen, Mike Castaneda, and Michael Pendley!
The three discuss the importance of utilizing the entire animal, and cover in depth what to expect from the Wild Game Showdown!
Hear about some of their favorite recipes, some meat that has surprised them, and some meat that they simply didn’t like!
2025-01-311h 02
The Typical SportsmanEp. 9: Archery ShenanigansThis one gets WILD.
Dylan is joined by Scot Evans and Dave Thomas and the three just have a good time talking about some of their favorite products, some “gimmicky” products, and the industry as a whole.
Get the full scoop on the industry, the future of the three as media personalities, and plenty of laughs!
2025-01-281h 53
The Typical SportsmanEp. 8: Whitetail FrenzyDylan is joined by Kenny Davis, Host of Whitetail Frenzy, from the Blocker Outdoors booth at ATA. The two discuss everything from Kenny’s start, to his son’s incredible success in the field, and the reasons they enjoy hunting!
Also, get a full rundown on all of the products from Blocker Outdoors, that are SURE to help you get ready for turkey season!
2025-01-211h 08
The Typical SportsmanEp. 7: Why I HuntDylan is joined by Nate Hosie and Randy Birdsong from Head Hunters TV in the ScentLok booth at ATA.
The three share in a conversation about why they hunt. It’s more than chasing a trophy, it’s a part of us! It’s the memories made, the camps shared, the relationships made, and the lessons learned.
2025-01-1443 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 6: Working Class BowhunterDylan is joined by Curt Geier from Working Class Bowhunter to talk about the stigma behind what it means to be a working class bowhunter. They also discuss some issues that the hunting community blows way out of proportion and some things they don’t take serious enough! You’re definitely going to laugh, but you also might hear some things of value!
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2025-01-071h 29
The Typical SportsmanEp. 5: Cook Wild - Chorizo
Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda from The Food Network to teach you how to take your ground venison to the next level by making...CHORIZO!
Chorizo:
1 lb venison
1 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 t oregano
1/2 t thyme
1 tbsp garlic
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp chile powder
2 tbsp paprika
3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2024-12-3118 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 4: Conservation SpotlightDylan is joined by Justin Spring, Executive Director of The Pope & Young Club, for a monthly look at what’s going on in the world of conservation. The two take a deep dive into the world of Pope & Young and discuss the topics of current bowhunting conservation.
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2024-12-241h 08
The Typical SportsmanEp. 3: Dream Hunts & The NFLDylan is joined by Trent Murphy, retired Defensive End for the Buffalo Bills. Trent began hunting out of necessity: when a team dietitian said he needed to start consuming wild game, he went out and started his pursuit. Now retired, Trent has the time and ability to go on some once-in-a-lifetime dream hunts, and he’s making them count! Trent shares about the incredible 2024 year he has had, and some of his upcoming dream hunts he looks forward to marking off!
#typicalsportsman #nfl #trentmurphy #hunting #wildgame #health #conservation #performance #bigbuck #grizzly #bigbear #outdoors #sportsman
2024-12-1759 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 2: The Prime Form, RVX+, & BroadheadsDylan is joined by Brian Anderson from Prime/G5 to talk about the HIGHLY anticipated 2025 Form! Introducing the Prime Form has been a DECADE in the works, and it’s finally here. The highly regarded RVX has also been updated and redone with the RVX+. Along with the new bows, the two do a deep dive into the topic of broad-heads: what they like, what they don’t like, and everything in between.
2024-12-1054 min
Growth HouseHow to make $100,000 selling sneakers at 20 years old | Dylan Sanglay GH 114Join Jesse Ray in an inspiring conversation with Dylan Sanglay, a Las Vegas-based entrepreneur and content creator. Dylan shares his story of launching his business at a young age, overcoming challenges in rebuilding his brand, and mastering the art of sneaker flipping and memorabilia reselling. Discover the power of negotiation skills, the importance of personal growth, and valuable lessons from celebrity encounters. Explore the realities of entrepreneurship, the value of a supportive network, and the secrets to creating compelling content. This episode is packed with insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and content creators alike!Watch t...
2024-12-0430 min
The Typical SportsmanEp. 1: New Pursuits & Being TYPICALYour host, Dylan Ray, is joined by Aaron Ambur and Steve Allie from Nexus Outdoors to discuss the BRAND NEW Podcast: The Typical Sportsman! The three talk about Dylan’s history of podcasting that has led him to this point, and the exciting vision and direction of THE TYPICAL SPORTSMAN! The three talk through what it means to be a Typical Sportsman, and what you can expect to get out of The Typical Sportsman!
2024-11-291h 14
Chillin with DylanLove Island Games - Exit Interview w/ Ray GanttRay Gantt from Love Island US 1 and Love Island Games joins me to talk about Justine turning on him, where he and Imani stand now and more!Dylan Deckard Social Media Links:Chillin with Dylan InstagramDylan Deckard InstagramDylan Deckard TikTokDylan Deckard TwitterRay Gantt's Social Media Links: Ray's InstagramRay's TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chillin-with-dylan--5842699/support.
2023-11-2021 min
Wake and CakeWake and Cake with Comedian Dylan Ray SullivanYEEHAW!!! Steers n Queers, Nuts n Fruits. This Texas made Writer, Actor and Comedian has left LA to come back to his roots and get in on the ground level of the Austin comedy scene that's about to explode.
Dylan Ray Sullivan was born in San Antonio and now he's returned to life off the Southbound 35 enjoying cheaper rent, in home washer/dryers and never-ending restaurants named with puns.
"I love moving, I've always been a person who likes fresh starts, I go to one city and get my bad reputation, then move...
2021-04-0240 min
The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceIntriguing NBA Up-and-Comers with Adam Spinella and Dylan Hunter CarterRay is joined by two guests today: Adam Spinella, an esteemed basketball writer and assistant coach at Dickinson College and Dylan Hunter Carter, podcaster and basketball writer at FanSided. The trio discusses some of the intriguing young players around the NBA including three rookies, two sophomores and two wildcards!Follow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesFollow Adam on Twitter @Spinella14Follow Dylan on Twitter @DylanHCarterCheck out the best in basketball writing at BasketballIntelligence.net!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around...
2020-12-2034 min
Apologetics Profile07 The Supremacy of Scripture - Dylan Manley Interview (Part 2 of 2)In this episode of Apologetics Profile, Daniel Ray concludes his conversation with Dylan Manley focusing on the preeminence of Scripture in apologetics and ministry. Known as the Bearded Apologist, Dylan Manley has served in student ministry for almost 20 years. He is a popular speaker and author of youth discipleship curricula. He is currently completing a Ph.D. at Trinity Evangelical Seminary on the question "What are the fundamental differences between evangelical Christianity and Mormon theological terminology in the 21st Century?"Daniel and Dylan address several critical theological and apologetics topics and answer some key questions:
2020-04-1326 min