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Joined this week by Bam Marshall. We cut through the noise around the Charlie Kirk assassination. We chase the contradictions, challenge the official timelines, and dig into the conspiracy theories — from “inside job” claims to questions about foreign influence — to figure out why this still doesn’t make sense.

Follow Bam's Journey @bambam0069 @wildchaospodcast

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This week I’m joined by Andy Austin. We dive into the launch of his new book Montana: Photographs from the Last Best Place, his experiences traveling the world, and the deep pride Montanans carry for their home state. Andy opens up about the grind of freelancing, the common threads that connect people everywhere, and the responsibility he feels to promote small towns and local businesses across Montana. We also touch on social media strategies, creative storytelling, and much more.

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In this episode, I sit down with Nathan Blumberg to dive into his journey from being a junior college student to owning a content agency in the sports world. We talk about the power of networking, the challenges of breaking into the industry, and what it really takes to create high-quality content. Nathan opens up about handling jealousy, grinding through the early stages of his career, and always being ready when opportunity knocks.

We dig into the importance of hard work, building real relationships, and embracing the fact that everyone’s path looks different. We also explore pe...

This week I’m joined by Dillon Ness. We dive into topics like the power of work ethic, what it means to show up when no one’s watching, and how to set the standard and build a winning culture within your business. We also unpack the difference between hard work and luck, why Dillon trains with such intensity, the importance of giving back + much more. Enjoy. 

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This week, I'm joined by Dan Farmer—a former U.S. Air Force F-4 pilot in the 1970's and someone I recently had the honor of meeting at our local gym. In this episode, we dive into the powerful life lessons the military taught him, his keys to a successful marriage, how to get ahead in life, money management, navigating hardship and loss, why staying physically active in your 70s matters, his passion for luxury watches, and much more. Enjoy.

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This week, I’m joined by Travis Kennedy — former U.S. Navy SEAL, BUD/S instructor, business owner, and now a dedicated law enforcement officer. In this powerful conversation, Travis walks us through his journey from SEAL training to life on the front lines as a cop. We dive into why fitness remains a foundational pillar for his success, the significance of command presence in law enforcement, and the challenges of being the “new guy” in any high-pressure environment. Travis opens up about decision-making under extreme stress, rediscovering purpose after the military, and the realities of today’s law enforcemen...

Today, I’m joined by my good friend Koby Owens for a deep and honest conversation. We dive into the evolution of his career, his biggest fears, what it truly means to be a Montanan, the values that guide his life, his future ambitions, and plenty more. Enjoy. 

Follow Koby's Journey @koby.owens

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This week, I’m joined by Cody Alford — a retired USMC Special Operations Marine who has since transformed into a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker. In this powerful conversation, we dive into topics like redefining success and happiness, cultivating self-awareness, personal growth, living with authenticity, discovering purpose, harnessing the power of positive self-talk, finding fulfillment through serving others, and so much more. Enjoy. 

Follow Cody's Journey: @thecodyalford / https://wedefythenorm.com/

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This week, I’m joined by Cody Rich for a discussion on entrepreneurship and the value of failing forward. We dive into practical advice for aspiring business owners, question whether anyone's truly qualified to give guidance, and explore if anyone really has it all figured out. We also chat about the long journey to success for archery elk hunters, dive into fatherhood, parenting, and plenty more. Enjoy the episode!

Follow Cody's Journey: @therichoutdoors

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This week, I’m joined by Kaleb Fossum. In our conversation, we dive into navigating life's challenges and embracing different seasons, the role of manifestation and self-awareness, the value of maintaining high standards in relationships, tapping into true masculinity, Kaleb’s powerful spiritual experience, and much more. Enjoy. 

Follow Kaleb's Journey: @kalebfossum & @passiverenovations

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This week, I’m joined by Josh Ciardullo for a conversation about his journey from full-time firefighter to cattle rancher. We dive into the financial challenges of ranching, the deep emotional bond with animals, and the contrast between city life and rural living. We also touch on parenting, the keys to a strong marriage, balancing work and personal life, and the impact of social media and content creation. It’s a wide-ranging, real, and insightful episode. Enjoy. 

Follow Josh's Journey: @ciardullo_cattle_co

Website: https://ciardulloranch.com/

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This week, I’m joined by former U.S. Navy SEAL Neil Dyer. In our conversation, we dive deep into topics like instilling strong values in our children, Neil’s personal journey to discovering his faith, and his powerful transition from elite operator to warrior priest. We also explore the dark realities of human trafficking and its ties to pornography, the essential traits of strong leadership, his impactful work with Warriors Rise, the mentorship he offers young men—and so much more. 

Follow Neil's Journey: @warriors_rise_training 

Website: https://warriorsrise.org/

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This week, I’m joined by former U.S. Navy SEAL Taylor Cavanaugh. We dive into the lessons he learned from the SEAL Teams, the key traits of a great leader, and the process of building new foundations. Taylor opens up about his challenges “off the field,” the power of self-awareness and reflection, and what it takes to create a sustainable lifestyle. Plus, we discuss what he wants to be remembered for and much more. Enjoy.

Follow Taylor's Journey @tcavofficial 

Website: https://www.taylorcavanaugh.com/

Elite Hunt Club: https://elitehuntclub.com/

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This week, I’m joined by Beau Ryan, founder of V23 Athletics. We dive into recognizing patterns in human behavior, trusting your instincts over societal noise, the power of routine in personal growth, managing anxiety, understanding stress and emotions, shifting perspectives, and much more. Enjoy. 

Follow Beau's Journey @_beauryan

Website: https://www.v23.fit/

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This week, I’m joined by returning guest AJ Kazmierczak. We dive into a wide-ranging conversation about the power of positivity and connections, entrepreneurship, the impact of a solid morning routine, discovering your "why," overcoming imposter syndrome, the necessity of self-auditing, fatherhood, and much more. Enjoy the episode!

Follow AJ's Journey @the_coffeeviking 

Website: https://www.jenningsjava.com/ 

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This week, I’m joined by Josh Clark for an insightful conversation about the journey of creating Hunt Montana, the challenges and growth of running a business, the realities of hunting success, and the struggles that come with self-imposed expectations. We also dive into the importance of physical conditioning, our spring bear weight loss challenge, fatherhood, marriage advice, and much more.

Follow Josh's Journey: @hunt_montana_official 

Website: https://huntmontana.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HuntMontana

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This week, I’m joined by Anton Mackey for a deep and impactful conversation. We explore the journey of fatherhood, the influence of alcohol on life decisions, redefining masculinity, overcoming ego and insecurities, the power of acceptance and community, healing childhood wounds, and much more. Enjoy. 

Follow Anton's Journey @antonmackey // https://antonyoga.com/

Elite Hunt Club: https://elitehuntclub.com/

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This week, I’m joined by my wife, Morgan. We discuss the kind of parents we aspire to be, the power of manifestation, and how husbands and wives can better support and uplift each other. We also reflect on our journey as a couple, the goals we’re striving toward, and how a single decision can completely shift the trajectory of your life. All that and more—enjoy.

Follow Morgan's Journey @morganlindsayc

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This week, I’m joined by Greg Anderson for a powerful conversation. We dive into what led him to leave law enforcement, the challenges veterans face in discovering their purpose beyond the military, and the impact of manifestation and positive self-talk. We also explore the importance of finding a supportive community, overcoming fear to build confidence, holding onto hope in difficult times, the role of martial arts, and much more. Enjoy.

Follow Greg's Journey @granderson33

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This week, I’m joined by Jesse Phillips for a deep and honest conversation. We dive into the journey of a storyteller, the meaning of “livin’ for a livin’,” finding balance and self-care, navigating personal struggles and mental health, the power of vulnerability and honesty, and even how scammers have used Jesse’s profile for catfishing. We also explore whether Jesse feels deserving of the blessings he’s received from God—and so much more. This episode is raw, real, and an absolute honor to share. Enjoy. 

Follow Jesse's Journey @thejesserphillips

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This week, I'm joined by Bam Marshall for an insightful conversation covering a wide range of topics. We dive into his time in the USMC, the advantages of homeschooling, parenting strategies, embracing life's risks, the importance of maintaining a close-knit circle, exposing fraud in the hunting industry, and more. A special thank you to Bam for hosting me in his studio for this episode. Enjoy.

Follow Bam's Journey @bambam0069
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This week, I’m joined by Dave Nisbet. We dive into topics such as the importance of strength training, teaching values to children, the world of stone lifting and strongman competitions, the significance of grip strength, and strategies for nutrition, supplements, and recovery. Plus, we explore why making your training enjoyable is key. Enjoy. 

Follow Dave's Journey @caveman.daveman
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This week, I’m joined by Drew Wallace, a former Army Ranger turned cowboy mounted shooter. We dive into how 9/11 inspired his decision to serve, his experiences during basic training, what it means to live in the grey, combat engagements, and the valuable lessons he learned in the military. Drew also shares how those lessons shape his life today, the importance of short-term focus in achieving long-term goals, three essential elements of mental management, and much more. Enjoy the conversation!

Follow Drew's Journey @therangercowboy

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This week, I’m joined by former NFL player and current Performance Coach, Brian Peters. In our conversation, we explore his journey from the NFL to civilian life, the power of positive self-talk and mindset, the critical role of environment and support systems, and the value of embracing constructive feedback. We also dive into the traits of high performers, the benefits of breathwork and mental skills coaching, the psychological approach to enhancing performance, and breathing techniques for endurance—perfect for athletes and hunters alike. Enjoy

Follow Brian's Journey @brian_peters10
Website: https://breathingforperformance.com/

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Joined this week by Veteran, knife maker, husband, father, & one of the most inspiring guests to date, Lucas O'Hara. Normally, I would cover talking points throughout our conversation within this description. This is not that. What I will  tell you is that this is a conversation about a man who is re-born again. A man that has seen the highest of highs, and lowest of lows. A man who was moments away from taking his own life. A man who now puts his family & faith before anything. This is a story of Lucas O'Hara.

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This week, we're joined by Tyler Minton, one of the world's most sought-after nutritionists. Tyler has worked with top-tier athletes, including Max Holloway, Daniel Cormier, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and more. In this episode, we dive into the critical role nutrition plays in athletic performance, debunk common nutrition myths, and explore how diet impacts mental health and overall well-being. We also discuss why cardio reigns supreme, the mindset of elite athletes, the pros and cons of Ozempic, nutritional needs across different life stages, the difference between refeeds and cheat days, and much more. Enjoy the conversation!

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This week, I sit down with Trevor Thompson—an explorer, hunter, base jumper, and former Navy SEAL. In our conversation, Trevor shares his journey to becoming a SEAL, his experiences in BUD/S, his mindset toward learning, the daily habits that drive his peak performance, his transition to civilian life, the value of physical challenges, and much more. Enjoy!



Follow Stephen's Journey @trevor.p.thompson
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This week, I’m joined by Stephen Prouse—missionary, firearms instructor, and Co-Founder of the Fourth Watch. In our conversation, we explore topics like the importance of finding your tribe, overcoming challenges in relationships, the concept of "dying to self," Stephen's unique experiences at The Playboy Mansion, the art of playing the long game, reflections on judgment and the afterlife, the impact of spoken faith, and the future of faith and society. Plus, so much more. Enjoy the episode. 

Follow Stephen's Journey @fifth.horse
Website: https://fourth.watch/

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This week, I’m joined by Brad Dunn, owner of Reliant Fitness. In our conversation, Brad opens up about his challenging past, his journey from being a firefighter to becoming a full-time business owner, and the philosophy behind "earning your coffee." We dive into topics like showing authenticity on social media, balancing family and business, the moment he realized his business would succeed, his choice to incorporate burpees into his routine, the struggles he faces daily, areas where he’s working to improve, prioritizing self-care for better relationships and much more. Enjoy. 

Follow Brad's Journey @reliant.fitness
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In this episode, I sit down with Pete Johnson from Archway Defense. Together, we dive into the power of positive self-talk, the importance of building a strong reference group, and why it’s essential to be intentional with your time. We also explore the benefits of extended fasting, the compounding effect of good habits, and the value of setting aside ego to embrace a student mindset. Pete shares insights into training Law Enforcement Officers through Archway Defense, potential threats American's may face + the limited information surrounding the first Trump assassination attempt + much more. Enjoy.

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It's Election Day—make sure to fulfill your civic duty and vote!

Today’s guest is Rich Wilkins, and together we explore a range of critical issues. We discuss our concerns about government integrity, cultural changes, and identity politics, along with topics like terrorism, national security, and preparing for uncertain times. We also dive into religious beliefs, social division, the importance of seeking discomfort, personal loss, life lessons, + so much more. Enjoy.

Follow Rich's Journey @patroit.rich

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Today's episode features professional surfer Matt Meola. Matt and I dive into topics like the right moments to take risks, his journey to becoming a pro surfer, thrilling shark encounters, near-death experiences, lessons from failure in hunting, the flaws in wildlife management, and much more. Enjoy the conversation!

Follow Matt's Journey: @mattmeola


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In this episode, I'm joined by 10-year NFL Vet Derek Wolfe. We discuss a range of topics, including why Derek chooses to be outspoken about his political views, the importance of standing up for your beliefs, and the implications of Prop 127. Derek also shares personal stories about his time with President Trump, the two types of voters in this year’s election, and his experience speaking at a Trump rally in Colorado. We also touch on keys to a successful marriage, why money doesn't guarantee happiness, and much more. Enjoy!

Follow Derek's Journey: @derekwolfe_95
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This week, I’m joined by Cliff Gray as we dive into his journey from financial trading to becoming a hunting guide. We explore a range of topics, including why women tend to manage buck fever better than men, common misconceptions and mistakes in elk hunting, and strategies for navigating the wilderness. We also discuss the dynamics of hunting pressure, how fitness levels affect hunting success, and the importance of experience and repetition. There's plenty more packed into this episode. Enjoy!

Follow Cliff's journey: @cliffgry
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This week, I’m joined by Kyle Hartzell, a former professional lacrosse player and now the head coach at the University of Texas. In our conversation, we dive into the sacrifices Kyle has made in pursuit of greatness, the qualities that define a great teammate, the keys to building a successful relationship, and the last time Kyle had to "spot check" himself. We also explore his most recent failures, and what his life might look like if he hadn’t fully committed to his path. Tune in for these insights and more. Enjoy.

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This week, I’m joined by Kip Fulks for an insightful conversation. We dive into Kip's path to success, the significance of taking risks and confronting fear, passing down valuable skills to the next generation, and the challenges of building a brand in a new industry. We also discuss the relentless nature of entrepreneurship, overcoming childhood obstacles, and how adding value is the ultimate key to success. There’s so much more packed into this episode—enjoy!

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In this week's episode, Tyler opens up about his identity and values. He also dives into the importance of manifesting your goals, the power of positive self-talk, understanding why some people feel envious of others' success, and shares some of the training techniques he's been using. Enjoy. 

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This week, we’re joined by Adam Grenda covering a variety of topics. We dive into the differences in big game meat, the mindset and pressure hunters face, the power of manifesting success, how jealousy plays a role in hunting, and why solo hunting reigns supreme, + plenty more. Enjoy. 

Follow Adam's Journey @grenda89
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAT7XECi55O62ZOsYxOO5A


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