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Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul 109: Ryan LeamanThis week I'm joined by Missouri bow hunter Ryan Leaman. Ryan's been at the hunting game a while and hunts with a traditional bow in the last several years. He's had some great success. We discuss everything about his hunting and traditional archery journey. Hope you enjoy!
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Emrah
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2023-07-261h 43Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP104: Travis Stiles of Broken Compass KnivesThis week I catch up with Travis Stiles of Broken Compass Knives. Travis is a husband, father, traditional bow hunter and a custom knife maker. Travis has been building custom knives for several years now and he's really developed his craft, offering multiple hunting, hiking, and every day carry knives. We talk about last year's hunting season, the highs, the lows, knife-making and general goings-on in life. I hadn't talked to Travis since he was a guest over a year ago, so it was great getting caught up with him. Check out his products on Instagram under Broken_Compass_Knives.
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2023-04-171h 29Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP103: Josh Gull, Stuff and WhiskeyOn this episode we continue the trend away from bows and arrows to another recent hobby I've gotten into: bourbon! This week I'm joined by Josh Gull of the Stuff and Whiskey YouTube channel. Josh and his wife Erin have an amazing channel where they review whiskeys. They have a very down-to-earth approach that makes them incredibly entertaining and educational to watch. So glad Josh could join me tonight as I've been looking forward to this conversation for a long time. We dive into "bourbon 101" but also geek out over some more in-depth stuff. Had an awesome time with...
2023-03-281h 39Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP102: Nick Otto of HuntavoreIt's been a minute, but we once again, have Nick Otto of the Huntavore Podcast on the show! Nick is a foodie like me, so it's only natural we dive right into wild game and trying to use as much of the animal as possible. We all love burgers and backstraps but there's SO much more wild game bits and pieces we as hunters leave in the field. Some of these cuts and preparations may not be for everyone, but at least you know it's out there to try should you become a little more adventurous with your palate...
2023-03-091h 28Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP101: Hunting Texas Public Land with Jesse JohnsonPublic land hunting in Texas??? Yep. This week I speak with Jesse Johnson, a Louisiana native who moved to Texas and quickly figured out where public land was and how to hunt it successfully. Jesse is a consumate outdoorsman with a love of hunting and fishing whenever he can get out. He has a YouTube channel (under his name) and is a great ambassador for the hunting and fishing world. Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2023-02-221h 12Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP100: Josh Boram: New Owner of Damon Howatt BowsDamon Howatt is considered to be one of the founding pillars of traditional archery. Throughout the years, the company has been bought out several times by investment groups and has not had a chance to break free from under the umbrella of parent corporations. Well, new owner Josh Boram aims to change all that. The company is operating under it's own name and Josh plans to resurrect the brand with so much history and provenance. We have an amazing conversation about how he came to own the company and what his plans are for the future. So glad I...
2023-02-071h 29Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP99: Robert CarterI felt a little outclassed on this one! I speak to the one and only Robert Carter, or RC to those are fortunate enough to have made his acquaintence. Robert has been hunting in the south (Georgia to be exact) for a very long time and has amassed an incredible amount of hunting and woodsmanship experience. Plus, he harvests multiple deer and hogs every year with his traditional equipment. He's been at this game a long time and I tried to glean as much information as I possibly could in a little over an hour's conversation. I strongly recommend...
2023-01-261h 21Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP98: Great Plains Traditional Bow CompanyThis week I speak with Shane Unruh, owner and bowyer at Great Plains Traditional Bow Company. Shane and his crew not only put out some very beautiful bows but they are also creating some very cool content on their YouTube channel of the same name. We discuss his journey into traditional bows and what made him decide to buy a bow company and become a bowyer. Very cool conversation and some insight into the hard work, dedication and belief in one's self to make a dream come true. It was great talking to him and we'll definitely have to...
2023-01-111h 15Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP97: Tyler Skowronski of HIITing The DreamThis week I speak with Tyler Skowronski from New York state. Tyler has been hunting since he can remember and is a super passionate outdoorsman. We get into some of his success stories, his approaches to hunting new properties, tactics he uses and much more. It was great getting to chat with him. Check him out on his YouTube channel "HIITing The Dream" (that's two "I's in Hiiting). Please remember to share and rate this episode, it helps a lot!
And if you're looking to take your archery game to the next level, check out the amazing c...
2022-12-221h 33Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP96: Late Season Tactics With Blain SwansonThis episode I catch up with Blain Swanson. Blain lives in Minnesota like me, but lives and hunts quite a bit farther north than me. He had success on two deer so far this year after a grind of a season. We get into the stories behind those two deer, plus dive into late season tactics and setups for those of us who live in the frozen tundra. It was great catching up with him!
As always, this episode is brought to you in part by the Push Archery Center of Knowledge. Awesome courses to make you...
2022-12-061h 50Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP95: Catching Up With Jim DussiasFriend Jim Dussias recently moved from the Miami area to North Carolina. We haven't really talked at length since I went hog hunting with him in Florida earlier this year. We catch up on his move, how his season is going and general bowhunting conversation. Always great talking to him. Also, check out Jim on his YouTube channel, "Mangroves to Mountains" and also on his podcast of the same name. Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2022-11-161h 24Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP94: Tree Stand Safety and Self Recovery with Cary GibsonIn light of a recent tragedy in the saddle hunting world, I felt it was imperative that I did a detailed podcast on tree stand/saddle safety and self recovery techniques. No better person to discuss this with than Cary Gibson, a 20+ year professional arborist. We talk about everything from how to climb, the best equipment to use, how to set a tree stand safely and what techniques and equipment you need with you to get yourself down safely from a tree when something goes wrong when you're 18 feet up. Take this stuff seriously folks! You'll have to excuse...
2022-10-241h 56Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP93: Deer Season Kick-Off!Deer Season is here in Minnesota! This episode I run through the setup I'm starting the season with. Also get into the importance of pre-season practice, things I've learned and the changes I've made prior to the season starting. It's important to constantly re-evaluate your gear and your methods to eliminate waste and increase safety. And don't forget to check out the amazing PACK courses offered by The Push Archery at: www.thepusharchery.com
Enjoy the episode!
Emrah
2022-09-2951 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP92: St. Joe River BowsThis episode I speak with Tracey and David Balowski of St. Joe River Bows. Tracey and David produce beautiful longbows and recurves for the whole family, including a line of youth bows - one of which my own daughter has and loves. They are passionate not only about hunting, but also about promoting traditional archery and spending family time participating in the sport of archery. We did have technical issues (on my part) so the audio isn't the greatest at times, so sorry about that. Regardless, I had a great conversation with them and I hope it won't be t...
2022-09-141h 16Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP91: Cary and Mindy GibsonThis is a two-fer episode. I talk to Cary and Mindy Gibson. Cary is a traditional bowhunter and arborist by trade. His wife Mindy is relatively new to hunting in general, but has quickly taken up the passion. We get deep into tree stand and saddle safety, including climbing, descending, knot tying and self-recovery. Mindy has recently started St. Lawrence Traditional and has become a highly talented and respected string maker in a very short time. It was great getting to know Cary and Mindy. Great, informative episode!
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2022-08-312h 16Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP90: Travis ShirerIn this episode I speak with Travis Shirer of Ohio. Travis is a lifelong hunter with a passion for the outdoors. He is part of "Shedding Light Outdoors" YouTube channel, where he and a few other passionate hunters put out hunting content. We dove deep into a lot of topics on this one and certainly could have filled several more hours worth of conversation. Hunting history, the trails and tribulations of hunting with a stickbow. shooting techniques, hunting styles and filming. So glad to have Travis on and I look forward to having him and the "other" Travis on...
2022-08-171h 37Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP88: Mick ChambersToday I speak with Mick Chambers of Archery Geek. Mick is a die-hard traditional archery shooter and hunter. He has a very entertaining podcast called "Archery Geek". He also puts his podcasts up on his YouTube channel of the same name so you can check it out there as well. He always has a smile on his face and is a very funny, entertaining guy. So glad we got to finally chat.
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Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP87: Climbing Sticks and Saddle Hunting RedundancyIn this week's episode I'm going over some safety tips with regards to saddle hunting. Climbing safety, safety while hanging ,redundancy, self recovery techniques, etc. I also discuss my evolution of the "perfect" climbing system that works for me after trying multiple iterations over the course of several years. Enjoy the episode!
Emrah
2022-07-0447 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP86: Tim NebelOn this week's episode I'm joined by Tim Nebel. We all know Tim as one half of The Push. He's a bow hunter, a content creator and videographer. We go all over the board on this one. Learning about his hunting roots, how he and Matt Zirnsak created The Push, his setups, hunting styles and of course, we dive in to shooting ASL's. I've been wanting to talk to him for a long time now and I'm really glad we finally did. Hope you enjoy the episode!
Emrah
2022-06-081h 39Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP85: Luke ParkerThis week I'm joined by Alabama bow hunter Luke Parker. I stumbled onto Luke's video of him shooting a turkey with a recurve on his YouTube channel "That's Wild Hunting". Add to the fact he's from Alabama and I have a strange fascination with wanting to hunt whitetails in that state in the future, it was a no-brainer to reach out to him and do a podcast. He's a very dedicated hunter and his content is great to watch, and he's promised more content to come. Can't wait to see it. Hope you guys enjoy the episode. Remember to...
2022-05-251h 15Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP84: Guy With a Stickbow Josh NeilThis week I'm joined by Josh Neil of Oklahoma. Josh is relatively new to shooting a traditional bow (but not to hunting) and has had early success on Elk and Turkeys. Josh is the sort who seeks to continually improve skills and success and shares a lot of his journey on Instagram. Really cool guy to talk to so I'm glad we got a chance to record. Thanks for listening.
Emrah
2022-05-101h 35Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP83: Dan LisThis week I speak with Dan Lis. You may formerly know him as Longbow Dan from his YouTube channel. Dan is s fan of any projectile that goes down range and has an affinity for longbows. Dan loves to teach and share his knowledge of shooting and tuning. We had a great conversation about his traditional shooting history, why he prefers longbows, his preference for certain styles of longbows. He's a really knowledgeable guy and very passionate about archery. Hope you enjoy the episode! Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2022-04-271h 28Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP82: Elevating Your Food With Jarrod RobranSo I get to geek out on food this episode. This week I'm joined by Minnesota local Jarrod Robran. Jarrod lives very close to me and we hunt the same public land, though we've never actually ran into each other in the field. I started following him because he is a huge foodie and prepares incredible dishes with the animals he hunts. As usual, we were all over the board on this one. Hunting, food, CWD, being adventurous in the kitchen, processing equipment and even a little saddle hunting. Really glad we were able to connect. Hope you enjoy...
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The HuntavoreTrad Bows & Underused Turkey Cuts with Emrah OrucOn this Episode of Huntavore, Nick spontaneously calls up Emrah O of Bowhunting Soul Podcast to chat about trad bows, chasing turkeys, and how to get as much usage out of your harvested bird. Nick has strung up his long bow after a good long while and wanted to get some tuning tips. Trying to not blow our brains with information, Emrah gives some places to start, like brace height, and getting a correct spined arrow. Nick wanted to move into turkey dishes that utilizes underused cuts of the bird, and how plucking your whole bird can help. Emrah adds...
2022-03-1446 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP80: Mark Harrison of Omnivores Homestead and QuiversThis week I'm joined again by Mark Harrison of Omnivore's Homestead and Quivers. Mark is a hilarious, unfiltered trip. We get into so much in this episode I can't even begin to list everything. The only thing I'm certain of is this episode is most definitely rated explicit, so sensitive and young ears should not listen! Check out all of Omnivore's products at www.omnivoresquivers.com
Thanks for listening and please remember to like, share and subscribe! And please leave a rating!
Emrah
2022-03-021h 50Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP79: Hunting In Australia With Dylan SmithDylan is my first guest from Australia. He has the opportunity to hunt nearly 365 days a year and can chase a variety of species. He uses everything from rifles to traditional bows. We have an amazing conversation about what it's like to hunt in Australia, but that's just scratching the surface. We touch on everything from bow setups to hunting and conservation idealogies. Dylan is very passionate about what he does and you can follow him on his youtube channel (The Wilderlife) or on his Instagram of the same name. This is a longer episode, but it's one of...
2022-02-162h 04Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP75: St. Patrick Lake LongbowsThis week I'm joined by Minnesota native Erik Hoff of St. Patrick Lake Longbows. Erik is a relative newcomer to building bows but he's developed a very loyal following and garnered high praise in a very short time. We talk about his journey into traditional archery and what sparked the desire to build and sell his own bows. He has a very technical mind so I really enjoyed geeking out with him. His bows have quickly become known for their smoothness and shootability, so be sure to check out www.stpatricklakelonbows.com
Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2021-12-141h 16Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP74: Zach Owsley/Aerial AssaultThis week I'm joined by Zach Owsley of the YouTube channel Aerial Assault. Zach dove hard into mobile hunting and saddle hunting in particular. On his channel he reviews saddles, sticks, stands, platforms and just about everything else related to mobile/saddle hunting. He's a life-long passionate hunter so we also get to talking about his recent success on a very sweet Oklahoma buck. Hope you enjoy the show!
Emrah
2021-11-171h 19Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP73: Kalamazoo Bow WorksThis week I talk with bowyer Dave Darling of Kalamazoo Bow works. After a lifetime of hunting, Dave decided to turn his passion into a business, learned how to build bows and is now kicking out some beautiful longbows out of Michigan. Dave has a very old-skool mentality when it comes to traditional bow hunting and we certainly get into discussing a wide variety of topics. He's super passionate about the sport and continuing the traditions of hunters who came before us. He speaks his mind with a no-nonsense approach, which is much needed today. Hope you enjoy the e...
2021-11-022h 09Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP72: Mid Season Gear Review (And Tough Squirrels)Just me solo this episode. I touch on a few gear related topics. So.... enjoy.
Emrah
2021-10-1258 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP71: Genesis 3D PrintingHi folks! On today's episode I'm joined by Austin Kantola who, with his wife, owns Genesis 3D Printing. Genesis 3D offers 3D-printed products that make life easier for the mobile hunter. Bow hangers, hitch-tending devices, attachment clips, climbing stick accessories and a host of other innovative products. Austin and his wife saw a gap in the market for such products and being the entrepreneurs they are, decided to create a company and fill that niche. We had a great time talking about his history, hunting, the origin of Genesis 3D, and we even talk about the actual process of 3...
2021-09-2859 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP70: Traditions and Mule Deer Success With Trey ArentzThis week I'm joined by traditional bowhunter Trey Arentz. Trey grew up in a family rich in hunting traditions, with his grandfather being his most influential mentor. Trey recently had success in Nebraska with his first velvet buck. We talk about his history, shooting traditional bows, his YouTube channel and a bunch of other stuff. Hope you enjoy the show! Thanks for listening.
Emrah
2021-09-141h 20Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP69: DanO of Eastern Woods OutdoorsThis week I'm joined again by Dan Osterhuat (DanO) of Eastern Woods Outdoors. EWO caters primarily to the saddle hunting crowd by offering custom climbing sticks, ropes, carabiners, ascender/descender devices and just about everything else under the sun. Basically everything but the actual saddle. Dan's company has grown a bunch since we last spoke last year and that's great to see. He's a passionate saddle hunter and offers high quality gear for equally passionate customers. Be sure to listen to the whole episode as DanO makes a special offer to listeners of the Bowhunting Soul podcast. And be...
2021-08-311h 27Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP68: Alex EisnerIs it possible to go from never having ever shot a bow to running an archery shop in a year? Well, today's guest Alex Eisner did! Alex is the manager of the Oaktree Archery Club in Southern California. The archery bug bit Alex pretty hard. Not only is she consumed by archery, she is also looking forward to going on her first hunt this season. She's a really interesting person with a lot to offer the archery and hunting world. It was great talking to her. Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2021-08-171h 27Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP67: Entrepreneurship With Jason SamkowiakThis is a special episode. I talk with one of my favorite people, Jason Samkowiak of the Traditional Bowhunting and Wilderness Podcast. Jason is an entrepreneur and a go-getter to the core. After enduring the tragic loss of his son, Jason funneled his emotions and energy into making the most out of life. He's been extremely successful starting several new businesses and is working his butt off to be able to hunt, travel and enjoy life as much as possible. We talk about having a success-oriented mindset, entrepreneurship, hard work, successes, failures and lessons learned. There is not much...
2021-08-021h 39Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP66: Nancylia WoodsThis was a very cool conversation. Nancylia is relatively new to traditional bow hunting and hunting in general. Her story of what brought her here is very eye-opening. Sudden and relatively traumatic life changes have paved a path for Nancylia to re-focus her life and her surroundings. Archery, hunting and gardening have proven cathartic for her and now she's able to help others get through their own life challenges. She has a very positive message and an amazing story. I really enjoyed getting to know better. Thanks for listening! Please remember to like, share and subscribe!
Emrah
2021-07-201h 12Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP65: Hunting Deer and Hogs in Texas With Clay EppersonClay is an absolute killer. Living in Texas, Clay gets to put into practice his traditional archery skills on hogs pretty much year round. He's got a ton of experience doing it and uses anything from spot and stalk, to feeders to shooting them at night with a light. We get into his various hunting styles, tactics, and overall the overall hunting experience in Texas. Clay is very understated when it comes to social media, but he is ridiculously effective on critters! Hope you enjoy the show!
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2021-07-061h 20Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP64: Taking Nothing For Granted with Chris SekolSo this episode is a little different. When I first asked Chris Sekol to be a guest, it was with the intent of getting to know him better and BS about archery and hunting, just like any other episode. But this one turned into a detailed recount of his battle with cancer a few years ago. We do talk about bows and hunting a little bit, but the biggest takeaway from this episode is the importance of living life to the fullest and not taking anything for granted. Chris is a living example of rolling with the punches and...
2021-06-231h 13Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP63: Matt's Wild Point of View, Matt EldredThis week I'm joined by Matt Eldred of the YouTube channel "Matt's Wild Point of View". Matt is a lifelong hunter, having shot a traditional bow since he was a child. He has a ton of hunting and shooting experience and has recently started his channel. We dive into his history, his bows, hunting and shooting styles and a whole lot more. Check him out on his channel for more content coming soon.
Thanks for listening, and please remember to like, share and subscribe! And PLEASE leave a rating!
Emrah
2021-06-081h 29Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP62: Huntavore Nick OttoThis one is for you aspiring home chefs! Butchering, processing and cooking wild game is a huge part of the enjoyment of hunting for me, so whenever I can talk to someone who has similar passions, I want to take advantage of it. Nick Otto is a hunter, amateur chef and the host of the Huntavore podcast. Nick is about as passionate about wild game cooking as anyone I've met. We geek out hardcore on this one regarding processing, cooking, preparation methods, kitchen tools and a bunch of other stuff. Honestly we need to do a Part 2 because it...
2021-05-251h 31Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP61: Bow Shop Tech Garrett ProchaskaToday I talk with Garret Prochaska. Garrett is a bow technician at my local archery shop. He and I spend a lot of time talking (me shooting, him working) during my frequent visits to the shop. I figured it was high time he came on the show to get his opinion of archery, the industry, hunting, politics, etc. as someone who spends most of their time on the other side of the counter. He sees a lot of customers come through the shop so he has a broader view of the archery and hunting demographic. Very knowledgeable and cool d...
2021-05-111h 46Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP60: Travis StilesThis week I speak with custom knife maker Travis Stiles. Travis has a long hunting history and a passion for creativity and using his hands. He builds beautiful one-of-a-king knives that are as tough as they are works of art. His knives are reasonably priced to boot. As usual, we didn't start off without set questions. It was just a great conversation that took its own path, just as it should. It was great having him on. If you're interested in checking out his knives, you can find him on Facebook or Instagram.
Thanks for listening!
2021-04-282h 02Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP59: Bill Hoffman Journey To 300In this bonus episode we welcome back Bill Hoffman. As if he wasn't busy enough as an author, comedian, podcaster, YouTuber, magician and ordained minister, Bill has recently embarked on a target archery journey with his competition compound bow. His new YouTube series "Journey to 300" chronicles his path from every day "Joe Bowhunter" to competition archer. We talk equipment, competition archery organizations, the various games and how they're scored, and the ins and outs of what it takes to get started if you choose to follow his path. Check out his videos on the "Survive The Hunt" YouTube channel: h...
2021-04-141h 37Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP58: Bill LangerThere are a lot of guys who have hunting channels on YouTube (me included), but very few actually walk the walk as successfully as Bill Langer (I wish!) His channel, "Traditional Adventures TV", proves Bill is one heck of a hunter. In fact, he was one of the first people in the traditional hunting space to video his hunting adventures and sell them as DVD's. Bill is a deer hunting Connecticut native, but he's hunted all over, including elk out west, hogs in florida and a bunch of game in Africa. He's a damn good guy to boot. Hope y...
2021-04-061h 19Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP57: Deer, Hogs and Trad Bows with Josh TeulkerSo I was perusing YouTube and stopped on a video of a hog hunt with a traditional bow. Of course it got my attention. A few messages later and I was talking with Josh Teulker of Indiana. Josh is a die-hard hunter and creates content for his own YouTube channel "Before the Echo" as well as contributing to "The Hunting Beast". Good company indeed! We get into Josh's hunting history, dive into trad bows and get into detail about a pretty exciting hog hunt on public land. Thanks for the listen!
Emrah
2021-03-231h 05Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP56: Trevor and Hunter Brunk of Brunk OutdoorsThis week I talk with Trevor and Hunter Brunk of Brunk Outdoors. These guys are pretty awesome! Living in Iowa, they hunt whitetails on a mix of public and private land, as well as taking out of state trips out West. They're really about as humble, honest and dedicated a couple of guys as you're likely to find. They have a very successful YouTube channel (Brunk Outdoors) and their own podcast (The Modern Hunter). We had a fantastic talk about their hunting history, family, traditions, success stories and a bunch of other stuff. Truly an easy conversation with these...
2021-03-091h 37Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP55: Stumpstalker ArcheryThis week I'm joined by Blayne Prowse of Stumpstalker Archery. Blayne lives in a pacific northwest rain forest paradise, builds custom wood arrows and posts pictures and videos of him stump shooting in some gorgeous terrain. We had a great talk about his hunting and archery history. We dive into how he got into building custom wood arrows. And I ask a ton of questions regarding wood arrows in general because it's just a rabbit hole I've never dived down before. Blayne is really passionate about his work and a wealth of information on the subject. Check him out...
2021-02-241h 12Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP54: Drew Kohlhofer of Selway ArcheryAmerica needs heroes! In this episode, I talk with Drew Kohlhofer of Selway Archery. Drew is about as red-blooded a hard-working American as it gets. Together we try to sort out the problems plaguing the country today. Politics, divisiveness, censorship and a bunch of other stuff that got us riled up! Oh, we also talk about quivers and why Selway quivers are so good. I have two and absolutely love them. If you don't want to hear us rant about the goings-on in the country, you can skip past the 45-ish minute mark where we actually start talking about...
2021-02-091h 14Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP53: Tradlife TV/Gunshy ArcheryToday I talk to Tarrel from Gunshy Archery and Tradlive TV. I've been following his stuff for a couple years now and I'm glad I got a chance to finally talk to him. With a successful YouTube channel, a quiver business, and busy Instagram feed, there's never a lack of awesome content to talk about and enjoy. He and his son Beau have some great hunting adventures so be sure to check them out for yourself! Thanks for listening and be sure to like, share and subscribe!
Emrah
2021-01-261h 28Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP52: Here's To 2021!I'm pretty damned sick of hearing, "Well... that's 2020!" Sure, it wasn't the best year but it sure sounds like a lot of self-victimization and excuses. If you think 2021 will immediately be better, then you'd better start getting your excuses and memes ready for this year as well. Last year should have been a year of learning and reflecting, with the end goal of trying to make yourself and those around you better. Challenge accepted!
Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2021-01-0529 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP50: To All The Bows I've Loved BeforePart of the fun of this traditional archery journey is getting to try out different bows. Longbows, recurves, short bows, longer length bows, reflex/deflex, straight grip, locator grip, mass weight, draw weight... phew! There's a lot to unpack there! In this episode I discuss the bows I've had the pleasure to shoot over the past few years and some of the attributes associated with them. Just my rambling thoughts on what I've found works for me and what doesn't; all in the quest for "THE" ultimate bow!
Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2020-12-081h 03Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP 49: Dusty RobertsWhat a season Dusty Roberts has had! Dusty, an accomplished compound hunter, decided to pick up a stickbow in January of this year. Boy, did he get up to speed quick! He's killed several amazing deer already this season with no slowing down in sight. Dusty is a working class guy, driving a truck for a living. He spends what free time he has chasing deer and shooting his Bob Lee bow. His story is definitely not common. Most people who switch to traditional archery do not have this much success this quickly. This is a testament to not o...
2020-11-241h 29Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP47: Military Bowhunter, Shan MandrayarTonight I speak with Shan Mandrayar. Shan is an active duty Marine stationed in Virginia. He is a die hard traditional bow hunter and quite a successful one at that. We talk about his history growing up hunting in southern California, his move east after joining the military, what hunting is like in the Virginia/DC area, incorporating hunting time into military service, equipment, hunting methods, gear and a whole lot more. You can find Shan on Instagram under the handle Military_Bowhunter and on his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqRiLHXfgEbwRcRsR3Xgj4w
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2020-10-261h 18Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP45: Wild Traditions Outdoors with Greg KrauseGreg is a bow hunter to the core. He's taken many animals with a compound bow as well as traditional equipment, which is his current passion, as least as far as the pure chase of the hunt is concerned. He lives in New York state and has plenty of opportunities every year to fill not only his freezer but those of others as well. He even dabbles in shooting an atlatl, though he's yet to hunt with one. That's a good thing, because he needs to leave some deer for the rest of us!. We went all over the...
2020-09-281h 45Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP44: Schafer MagnantToday I talk with Schafer Magnant. Born and raised in Vermont, Shafer was shooting a traditional bow pretty much from the time he could walk. After all, he WAS named after the great Paul Schafer, so you know he'd be destined to sling some arrows! We have a great talk discussing just about everything under the sun. Growing up shooting a traditional bow, hunting in Vermont, shooting styles, hunting gear, and a ton of other stuff. This one went over 2 hours because Schafer is super passionate and easy to talk to. We could have BS'd for hours. He also...
2020-09-152h 07Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP43: Nate BenkofskeThis episode I talk with traditional bowhunter and Minnesota DNR Conservation Officer Nate Benkosfke. Nate and I met through mutual friends a a 3D shoot this past spring. We discuss lots of topics, ranging from his job, to laws to shooting traditional bows. A sad note to this episode is the recent passing of bowyer Chad Holm of Holm Made Traditional bows. Nate and Chad were close, and his passing was sudden an unexpected. This episode is dedicated to Chad. Thanks for listening.
Emrah
2020-08-311h 10Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP42: Mark Harrison/Omnivore's Homestead and QuiversGuys, this one's a hoot! I talk to Mark Harrison of Omnivore's Homestead and Quivers (www.omnivoresquivers.com) and boy is he a barrel of laughs! We dove into just about everything you could think of. Florida, hogs, deer, business, enrepreneurship, anti-hunters, self-sufficiency and about a hundred other tangents. Mark and his wife make custom quivers, tabs, string trackers and a host of other quality leather goods. Truly a craftsman who enjoys life to the fullest. Hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. Thanks for listening!
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2020-08-172h 11Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP41: Ali JutenThis week I chat with Ali Juten. Ali lives waaay up in northern Minnesota. She is a hunter, fisher, outdoor enthusiast and new mother. We only had a short lunch break to talk, but we cover a lot of topics. I first started following her on Instagram (@ali_upnorth) and I was interested in learning about her family heritage growing up hunting the family farm, her outdoor activities, juggling life, work, hunting and being a new parent. She's about as genuine as it gets and I'm glad we got a chance to get to know each other. Hope you...
2020-08-041h 03Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul BONUS Episode: Bill Hoffman/FREE "Twins Of Prey" PromotionToday we welcome back friend of the show Bill Hoffman. In this bonus episode we talk about the promotion he's running on Amazon for a FREE digital download of his first novel "Twins Of Prey" July 23rd through July 27th. This is a fantastic book. I read it in a few short hours. I'm definitely ordering books Two and Three. But you folks get to read the book totally free (digitally) by clicking on the following Amazon link:
Twins Of Prey digital download: https://amzn.to/3jCYsds
We also talk about his new podcast, "Survive T...
2020-07-2230 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP40: DanO From Eastern Woods OutdoorsDan Osterhout, also known as DanO in the saddle hunting world, is the owner of the website Eastern Woods Outdoors (www.doublesteps.com). Dan caters his business to the needs of saddle hunters, offering customized sticks, ropes, carabiners, ascender/descender units, and just about everything you need to hunt out of a tree. Basically anything you need with the exception of the saddle itself. He offers a TON of stuff and there's no way we could talk about everything on the website, but we do talk about climbing sticks, ropes, knots, platforms rapelling and much more. Thanks Dan for...
2020-07-201h 10Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP39: ILF 101 With Matt ZirnsakIf you have a stirring interest in dabbling into the ILF traditional bow game, there is no better person to talk to than Matt Zirnsak. Matt and Tim Nebel run The Push Archery website, podcast and YouTube channel. In just a few short years, they've turned the traditional archery world on it's head (in a good way). They offer coaching courses, discuss tech and tuning and really dive into the science of what makes an arrow fly. Today I talk with Matt about how to get started in ILF. What is it? What to look for? What to avoid...
2020-07-071h 11Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP38: Bob Smith of Big Stick ArcheryThis week I'm joined by bowyer Bob Smith of Big Stick Archery. Bob not only builds some amazing reflex/deflex longbows, but he's also an author, having published, "A Quiver Full of Arrows" last year. We talk about his start in bow building, his out of state hunts, successes, failures, writing a book and even hunting out of a Nissan Versa! Bob is a fun and outgoing guy and we had a great conversation. Thanks for listening and PLEASE remember to leave a rating! Super important!
Emrah
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2020-06-231h 14Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP37: Turkeys, Murder Hornets and RiotsBoy, what a weird couple of months. We've gone from Covid 19 to turkey hunting, all but skipped murder hornets, and went right into riots and looting. A few minutes of politics in the beginning, but this episode is a re-cap of my turkey hunting season. It was a truly exciting season for me. I had some very cool encounters, learned a ton about scouting, calling, ground setups and had one very incredible encounter where I got a shot off at 9 yards on the ground in a ghillie suit. Hope your season was a productive one!
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2020-06-0845 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP36: Nick ViauIn this week's episode I'm joined by Nick Viau. Nick is a traditional bow hunter with a preference for the longbow. He is also an author, having self-published his book "Life and Longbow" a couple of years ago. The book is an honest story about his journey into hunting, and more specifically, hunting with a longbow. Nick is creative, open and very humble and approachable about a variety of topics. This was a longer podcast, and honestly, we could have talked for a few more hours. Check out Nick as the co-hose of the Traditional Outdoors podcast with Steve...
2020-05-262h 18Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP35: Limb Driven TV With Isaac JestusOn this episode I welcome Isaac Jestus of the Limb Driven TV YouTube channel. Isaac and I dive deep into just about every topic under the sun. Ashby studies, arrow builds, FOC, broadeads, tuning, and even argumentative curmudgeons and haters on social media. This was a long but fun episode. If you like it, please like, share and subscribe. And please leave a review! Thanks for listening!
Limb Driven TV: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xEMrBRBmGImW0PpJYt96g
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2020-05-111h 46Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP34: Tuffhead BroadheadsThis week I'm joined by Jason Wojciechowicz (Wojo!), owner of Tuffhead Broadheads. Jason is an arrow and broadhead tuning nerd. He lives and breathes this stuff, so naturally I was incredibly jacked to have this geek-out session with him. We talk about the various broadhead offerings from Tuffhead, along with a host of other products designed to build an absolutely bulletproof arrow. I wish we had more time to talk, but had to limit it to one hour. I'm sure I'll have him back on the show in a future episode.
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2020-04-2755 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP33: Jonathan Wilkins of Black Duck RevivalWhat do you do with an old abandoned church in the middle of Arkansas? Turn it into a waterfowl lodge of course! Today, Jonathan Wilkins joins me to talk about his lodge and brand Black Duck Revival. We discuss his passion for hunting, the story of the Black Duck Revival lodge, southern hunting heritage and even touch on racism and what it means to be an African American hunter in the south. This was a very interesting and enlightening conversation for me, and I hope it is for you.
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2020-04-131h 40Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP32: Cliff Cadet/When The Hunt CallsCliff is a repeat guest. I had him on the show last year when he was a budding archer preparing for his first deer hunting season. On this episode, we catch up and discuss how his first season went, what he's learned, what went well, what went wrong and how he's changed is approach to hunting and a variety of other topics. Cliff also jumped into the podcasting game and now hosts the "When The Hunt Calls" podcast. I really enjoyed catching up with him!
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2020-04-061h 15Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP31: Jason SamkowiakThis is a podcast I've been looking forward to for a long time. Jason, who has the Traditional Bowhunting and Wilderness Podcast (and YouTube channel) has been pivotal in my decision to start a YouTube channel, a podcast, and many other ventures. He's a wealth of knowledge and there is no one in the traditional bowhunting world who is as open, approachable and helpful. I've leaned on him for most of my ventures over the last few years and consider him a friend. We talk everything from Coronavirus craziness, to prepping, to hunting deer, hogs, backpacks, mobile hunting, bow...
2020-03-232h 08Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP30: Don't Be a PandA-HoleWith all the craziness of this coronavirus outbreak, I think I've managed to coin a new term: Pandasshole. A pandemic asshole. Don't be one. Be kind. Be positive. And as much as I DESPISE the term (and the corresponding shirts) Keep Calm And Carry On, I think it's appropriate here.
Emrah
2020-03-1726 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP29: The StickboysToday I welcome Dalton Lewis of The Stickboys to the program. Dalton lives in western North Carolina, is a husband, an English teacher, and avid traditional bow hunter. He and his buddies run the YouTube channel "The Stickboys", where they chronicle their deer, turkey and hog hunting adventures. Their content is about as genuine as it gets. We talk all things hunting. Deer, hogs, turkeys, bows, arrow setups, stand setups and out of state hunting trips. Check them out on Instagram as well. Hope you enjoy the episode.
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NYC Bowhunting PodcastEp.5: Trad vs. Compound - Part 2 with Emrah OrucThis week, I get on a call again with Emrah Oruc. Emrah is the host of the Bowhunting Soul podcast and we continue our talk about bows...specifically compound bows.
2020-02-2530 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP28: It's a Freezer, Not a Time Machine!The title of this episode were sage words told to me by another hunter. His point was freezers are great, but stuff doesn't last forever in there. So if you're trying to figure out some different food preparations for that deer meat in your basement freezer, take note of this episode! Yes, we talk about burger, but also venison ribs, canned venison, and my personal favorite, blade roast. We even talk heart as a bonus option. I'll leave a link to the blade roast video I did last year https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX2oAKqiYEs. I'll also...
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NYC Bowhunting PodcastEp.4: Trad vs. Compound - Part 1 with Emrah OrucOn this episode, of WHEN THE HUNT CALLS, I get on a call with the host of the “Bowhunting Soul” podcast...Emrah Oruc. As an avid trad bow shooter, I wanted to pick Emrah’s brain and learn a little more about trad bows.
Emrah’s podcast, “Bowhunting Soul”, can be found on Apple Podcasts at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bowhunting-soul/id1455803917 You can also find Emrah on Instagram as: @bowhunting_soul
And if you’d like to learn more about trad bows yourself, check out these links provided by Emrah:
http://montanabows.blogspot.com/?m=1
http://northernmistlongbows.com
https://ww...
2020-02-1830 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP27: The Ranch FairyTroy Fowler is an interesting fellow to say the least. Better known as the Ranch Fairy, Troy has for years advocated for heavy arrows, high FOC (front of center), single-bevel broadheads for the big game we pursue. Troy shoots a lot of pigs which are probably some of the hardest animals to put an arrow through. We talk everything related to arrow build, penetration, weight, broadhead design and much more. Troy has a YouTube channel (also called the Ranch Fairy) and his delivery style is definitely unique to say the least, but don't let that fool you. This guy...
2020-02-101h 43Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP26: Kaitlyn MausThis week I talk to Kaitlyn Maus. Kaitlyn is a Pennsylvania native living in Missouri. She's a true hunter to her core and has an ever-growing social media presence. She also has a great YouTube channel documenting her hunting lifestyle, her successes and her failures. Her genuine love of the sport comes across in every thing she does. Hope you enjoy the episode!
Follow Kaitlyn on Instagram @k8linm_34
Kaitlyn's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3f91QE_1IaYDG_WaUQslcg
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2020-01-2757 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP25: Longbow Vs. RecurveAh the question. Longbow vs. Recurve. Which is better? And just what are the differences anyway? What are the benefits of each? Which is more accurate? Which is faster? Which is easier to shoot? Do the commonly held beliefs regarding them still hold true today? Let's dive in and discuss all things related to each. We'll also discuss some things regarding each style of bow you may not have thought about before.
If you like this episode, please leave a rating. It's VITALLY important! Also, please like, share and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2020-01-201h 11Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP24: All About Hog HuntingThose who know me know I love deer, but I have a special soft spot for hunting wild hogs. Well, ok, "wild" is a relative term when you're hunting them over a corn feeder. Join me on this episode as I talk about my hog hunting experience, some stories and lessons learned. Hog hunting, no matter how easy or free range you make it, can provide thrills and a new quarry to chase when deer season is over. I'll leave links below for a couple of the outfitters in Florida I've hunted with.
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2019-12-311h 17Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP23: Bear and Deer Hunting With Blain SwansonBlain Swanson has had a hell of a year. He not only harvested his first ever animal with a stickbow - a beautiful black bear - but he also shot a dandy buck. Blain is our first return guest on the show and we talk about his season, the ups, downs and lessons learned. Enjoy the episode and please remember to LEAVE A RATING! Thanks for listening.
Emrah
2019-12-171h 33Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP22: Christmas Gift Ideas for the HunterI recently did 10 videos on the Bowhunting Soul youtube channel outlining gift ideas for the hunter or outdoorsman or woman in your life. Some are very affordable, some are pricier, but worth the money. All of these suggestions are items I currently use and have used for many years (with the exception of one). Go ahead and watch those videos for a detailed description of each item, then click the amazon links below the description in the video. As always, please like, share and subscribe and please leave a rating! Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2019-12-1351 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP21: Hunting Mouflon Sheep With Peter JuulsgaardI've been looking forward to this one! Peter Juulsgaard is a Danish hunter, mostly with a traditional bow. On this episode, we talk about his very special trip to Spain to hunt Mouflon sheep and red deer. We talk about the logistics of the hunt, preparations, travel and get into the details of how his hunt unfolded. Peter is an understated guy, but he's got a lot of animals on the ground and is willing to share his knowledge and experience. Check out his YouTube channel for all of his videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/beheadingthedragon or just...
2019-12-021h 00Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP20: It's Muzzleloader Season!It's muzzleloader season (or will be) in many parts of the country. As much as love the bow, I really like taking a break from bow hunting and walking around with a smoke pole! This episode dives into how to get started with inline muzzleloaders, the tools you need, powder and bullet options, and best practices so you can make that one shot count! If you like this episode, please like, share and subscribe and be sure to LEAVE A RATING!!! Thanks for listening!
Emrah
2019-11-111h 12Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP19: My Mobile Hunting Setup (and Mid-Season Update!)This week I'm breaking down my public land mobile hunting setup. I've been using it for a couple of months now and have streamlined my pack, my gear and my process. This isn't just a "what's in my pack" type of review. I talk about specific items and how they are essential to the way I hunt. I also discuss the order in which I'm packing everything so I'm as quiet and as efficient as I can be when I hit the woods. I also discuss my season so far and some valuable lessons learned.
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2019-11-041h 11Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP18: Harmon CarsonIn this episode I talk with the Bayou Bowhunter, Harmon Carson. Harmon is a Louisiana native and is a straight up killer. No deer or hogs (lots and lots of hogs) are safe from this guy! He is mostly a traditional bowhunter, a taxidermist by trade, and an all-round good guy. We talk about taxidermy, terrain, deer, hogs, scouting and his bow setup. I really enjoyed talking to him. If you want to follow Harmon on social media, his youtube channel is "Bayou Bowhunter". His business is "New Life Taxidermy".
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2019-10-221h 30Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP17: EthicsWell, this one can be controversial. This episode is just me talking about my ideas on what fair chase is and isn't. And even if it isn't, does it matter? Maybe yes, maybe not. The subject of ethics covers lots of topics and even more emotions. There are some issues that are a definite go/no-go for me, while others fall under a grey area and may be situationally and geographically dependent. Either way, YOU have to be ok with the person looking back at you in the mirror. Hope you enjoy the episode!
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2019-10-081h 11Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP16: Tactisaddle With John TuckerJohn Tucker is a die-hard traditional bow hunter and saddle hunter. He's been designing and hunting out of his own saddles for almost 25 years. This year, he was finally convinced to bring his creation to market: the Tactisaddle. I talk with John about his start in saddle hunting, what he's learned along the way, the features of the Tactisaddle and much more. He's a great guy, super humble, and willing to spend time with you to answer all of your questions. I really enjoyed talking to him. I've been trying out the Tactisaddle and will be using it this...
2019-09-231h 07Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP15: Last Minute Checks Before Season Begins!As I post this, I'm less than one week away from opener of archery season here in Minnesota. Some states have been open for a while. It's never too late to do one final gear checklist to make sure your equipment is functioning and safe, all you gear organized and your hunting plans finalized. If you're not hunting yet, it's right around the corner so make sure your stuff is ready to go! Thanks for listening. If you like this episode, please subscribe and please leave a review!
Emrah
2019-09-091h 18Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP14: Bill Hoffman of Hoffman's Hunting HeritageThis week I'm publishing a swapcast I did with Bill Hoffman at Hoffman's Hunting Heritage. Bill is an interesting guy with about 10 jobs. No joke!. Police officer, author, podcaster, voice over artist, magician, comedian, ordained minister and a bunch I've probably forgotten! Bill is the author of the Twins of Prey series of novels and he's graciously given our listeners a free downloadable copy of the first book, so be sure to listen to the end to get the details on how to download that e-book. Hope you enjoy the podcast!
Emrah
2019-09-0251 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP13: Saddle HuntingIn this episode, I talk about my new foray into the world of saddle hunting. I've officially ditched the conventional tree stand and decided to hunt from a Tethrd Mantis tree saddle. I discuss the equipment, how I carry it all in, how I set it up and the pros and cons of hunting from a saddle. If you're interested at all about saddle hunting, this is a great episode for you!
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2019-08-191h 31Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP12: Warren WomackIn this episode I have the great pleasure of talking to an absolute legend,: Mr. Warren Womack. Warren is a 75 year old Louisiana bowhunter who has been hunting since he was 12 years old. This guy knows how to get it done. Currently there are some tactics being used by hardcore hunters that some consider "new". Going in deep. Backpacking. Mobile hunting. Quartering and packing deer out instead of dragging it for miles. Well, Warren has done ALL of that for decades, long before it was cool! Not only that, but at the ripe age of 71, he decides to try o...
2019-08-051h 15Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP11: Bareshaft TuningIn this episode I discuss bareshaft tuning. What is it? Why is it necessary? How do you go about it? What are the steps? It really bothers me when people say, "I don't shoot a bareshaft at an animal, I shoot a fletched arrow." I think bareshaft tuning is a vital step in tuning your bow and arrow setup. It shows you what the arrow shaft REALLY wants to do out of your setup without the aid of fletching. Fletching is only there to make minor corrections, not keep a wildly out of tune arrow from going sideways! Join...
2019-07-2242 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP10: Bear Hunting With Dylan DregoOn today's episode I talk to Dylan Drego. Dylan lives in British Columbia and has been bow hunting with traditional archery for just over a year. We talk about his successful bear hunt this past spring, his roots, family, and general life philosophy. Dylan is a very positive and inspirational guy and worth following on social media. If you like this episode, please subscribe and share this podcast. And remember, ratings are very important, so please leave a rating! Thanks for listening.
Emrah
2019-07-081h 12Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP10: Blain SwansonIn this episode, I'm joined by fellow Minnesotan Blain Swanson. Blaine lives and chases critters in northern Minnesota with his trad bows. In fact, he has a bit of a trad bow "collecting" problem. In this episode, we talk hunting deer, our love/hate relationship with turkeys and our passion for traditional bows. Lots and lots of trad bows. We geek out on some techy stuff regarding bows and arrow builds. Near the end we discuss how we're both diving into the world of saddle hunting this upcoming season. This is just a good old BS session with two gu...
2019-06-241h 13Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP09: Saddle Hunting With Greg Godfrey of TethrdI'm a newbie saddle hunter. I've ditched my stand and am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my Tethrd Mantis saddle. Today I talk with Tethrd co-owner Greg Godfrey about saddle hunting. I am approaching it from the point of a view of a total newb. How to do it, how to climb, what ropes are used, what knots I should know, and even terminology like splicing. Oh, and just what is a "bight" anyway? If you''re a beginner saddle hunter like me, I'm sure you've had similar questions. I hope I asked enough to answer the important ones. If...
2019-06-101h 03Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul EP08: Cliff Cadet of UrbanarcherynycInstagram is filled with people wanting to get Insta-famous. There is no lack of me-too chest pounding and self-promotion. However, every once in a while you come across someone who catches your attention for a good reason. Meet Cliff Cadet. His IG handle is @urbanarcherynyc. He doesn't fit the stereotype of a hunter. He's African-American. He's middle-aged. And to top it off, he lives in Queens. Somehow, an interest in archery and bow hunting was sparked inside of him and he's jumped head-first into the outdoor world. He is a very humble, open-minded guy who's Instagram account is filled...
2019-05-271h 13Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul Ep07: Omega Longbows With Kegan McCabeToday I talk with bowyer and owner of Omega Longbows Kegan McCabe. He's a younger bowyer, but Kegan has made quite a name for himself in the traditional world by building affordable, rock-solid longbows. We discuss how he got started, how he hunts and what made him decide to become a bowyer. We also talk about bow and limb design in general. Some neat "techy" stuff in this one. I very much enjoyed talking to him and I hope you'll enjoy listening!
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Emrah
2019-05-131h 03Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul Ep06: Beware The Trad Police!I love traditional archery. But I almost hate the term "Traditional Archery". Although the "trad" world is very open, accepting and helpful, there is definitely a subset of the genre that we refer to as the "Trad Police". Sights? Never! Aiming using your arrow? How dare you! Bareshaft tuning? Why would you want to do that? Don't you have feathers?
Personally, I'm tired of listening to crusty old crumudgeons telling new shooter (who actually want to HIT what they're aiming at) that they're not "trad" enough. It's not a total bash session, but this episode delves into...
2019-04-291h 04Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul Ep05: Tradbow "201". How Do I Shoot This Thing?You've bought your first traditional bow and some gear to get started. Now what? How do you shoot this thing? What should you be concerned with? What should you NOT be concerned with at this point? Is bareshaft tuning necessary? How about FOC? And what is "expansion" anyway? This episode discusses how to get started actually shooting this thing! If you like this episode, please leave a rating, and like, share and subscribe. Thanks for listening!
2019-04-151h 02Bowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul Ep04: How Do I Get Started In Traditional Archery?The interest in traditional archery booming! But how does one get started? If you are coming over from shooting a compound or are brand spankin' new to archery in general, in this episode I talk about some basic 101-level things to get you started on your traditional archery journey. If you like this episode, please leave a review and more importantly, please subscribe and SHARE! Thanks for listening!
2019-04-0152 minBowhunting SoulBowhunting Soul Ep01: An IntroductionHi folks! My name is Emrah Oruc and this is the very first episode of the Bowhunting Soul podcast. In this episode, I introduce myself, tell you a little bit about me, and set some expectations about this podcast. There are dozens (hundreds?) of hunting and archery related podcasts out there, and I listen to most of them. My goal with this podcast is to approach topics from a different angle than you may have previously heard.
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