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Before the Echo

Josh Teulker

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-teulker/subscribe Welcome to Before the Echo. A hunting podcast dedicated to educating hunters in the real world. Join your host Josh Teulker as he talks Hunting, Family, and Livfe with some of the best deer hunters in the country.
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  • July 2 · 25 min

    #236 - The Truth About Big Bucks Nobody Wants to Talk About

    Most hunters spend years chasing mature bucks, convinced there's a secret formula to consistently killing giants. But after years of hunting public land, following blood trails, making mistakes, and talking with hunters who get it done year after year, I've learned something different. In this episode, we're talking about the truths that don't get discussed enough. Some of these lessons might challenge what you've always believed, but they've made me a better deer hunter. Topics we cover: • Why big bucks aren't always the smartest deer. • How hunting pressure changes everything. • Why access is often more important than your stand location. • The biggest mistakes hunters make chasing mature bucks. • The role luck actually plays in killing giant whitetails. • Why consistency beats chasing the latest trend. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. What's one truth about mature bucks that you've learned the hard way? PARTNERS Latitude Outdoors Save 15% with code BTE https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com ASIO Gear Save 15% with code ECHO15 https://asiogear.com Hawke Optics Save 15% with code BTE https://us.hawkeoptics.com If you enjoy public land hunting, traditional bowhunting, deer hunting strategy, and honest conversations about becoming a better hunter, make sure to subscribe and join us every week for new podcasts and hunting videos. #BeforeTheEcho #Whitetail #DeerHunting #PublicLand #Bowhunting #TraditionalArchery #BigBucks #MatureBuck #HuntingPodcast #Whitetails

  • June 29 · 1 hr

    #235 - Thousands of Blood Trails Reveal the Truth About Wounded Deer

    Thousands of blood trails. Thousands of recoveries. What can they teach us about finding wounded deer? In this episode of Before the Echo, I'm joined by Shane Simpson to dive into the incredible data being collected through the TRAKR App and how it's changing the way hunters think about shot placement, blood trailing, wait times, and recovering wounded deer. We discuss: What thousands of real-world blood trails are revealing The biggest mistakes hunters make after the shot Common myths about wounded deer behavior When to track and when to back out How the TRAKR App is helping recover more deer than ever before Stories from Shane's years of tracking deer with dogs Whether you're a seasoned bowhunter or just getting started, this conversation could help you recover your next deer. Check out the TRAKR App: https://gettrakr.com Follow Shane Simpson Hunting: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShaneSimpsonHunting Partners of Before the Echo 🏹 Latitude Outdoors (15% OFF) https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/discount/BTE 🦌 ASIO Gear (15% OFF) https://asiogear.com/discount/ECHO15 🔭 Hawke Optics (15% OFF) https://us.hawkeoptics.com/discount/BTE If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment with your thoughts or questions. Your support helps us continue bringing on great guests and creating content for serious public land hunters. #Whitetail #Bowhunting #BloodTrail #TRAKR #DeerRecovery #PublicLand #TraditionalArchery #HuntingPodcast

  • June 27 · 36 min

    #234 - Everything I Ignore That Most Public Land Hunters Obsess Over

    Welcome back to the Before the Echo Podcast!This week we're diving into something that might ruffle a few feathers...Everything I Ignore That Most Public Land Hunters Obsess Over.There are countless things hunters spend hours worrying about—moon phases, scent control, weather apps, access routes, trail cameras, and more. But after years of chasing mature bucks on public land, I've learned that not everything deserves your time and attention.In this episode, I break down:The hunting trends I intentionally ignore.Why simplifying your approach can make you a more consistent hunter.What I choose to focus on instead.How overthinking can actually hurt your success in the woods.Whether you're a new hunter or have decades of experience, I hope this episode challenges you to think differently and spend more time focusing on what truly matters.I'd love to hear what YOU think. What is something most hunters obsess over that you don't? Let me know in the comments!👇 Support the companies that support Before the EchoLatitude Outdoorshttps://www.latitudeoutdoors.comUse Code: BTE (15% Off)ASIO Gearhttps://asiogear.comUse Code: ECHO15 (15% Off)Hawke Opticshttps://us.hawkeoptics.comUse Code: BTE (15% Off)🎧 Subscribe for weekly hunting podcasts, public land strategies, traditional archery content, and real conversations about becoming a better deer hunter.#PublicLand #Whitetail #DeerHunting #TraditionalArchery #Bowhunting #HuntingPodcast #BeforeTheEcho

  • June 24 · 26 min

    #263 - The Real Reason Hunters Fight About Crossbows

    Crossbows have become one of the most divisive topics in the hunting community. But after reading hundreds of comments and having countless conversations, I've come to realize that hunters aren't really fighting about crossbows. They're fighting about challenge. They're fighting about identity. They're fighting about what hunting means to them. In this episode, I dive into the real reasons hunters turn on each other over equipment choices and why these conversations often become much bigger than the gear itself. We discuss challenge vs. success, convenience vs. fulfillment, and whether making something easier always makes it better. This isn't an episode about telling anyone how they should hunt. It's an honest conversation about why we care so much about how other people hunt and what we might learn from those disagreements. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. --- 🦌 BEFORE THE ECHO PARTNERS Latitude Outdoors (15% Off) Code: BTE https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com ASIO Gear (15% Off) Code: ECHO15 https://asiogear.com Hawke Optics (15% Off) Code: BTE https://us.hawkeoptics.com --- 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly hunting videos, podcasts, public land strategy, traditional archery, and honest conversations about the future of hunting. #Crossbow #Bowhunting #TraditionalArchery #Whitetails #PublicLand #HuntingPodcast #BeforeTheEcho #DeerHunting

  • June 23 · 1 hr 11 min

    #262 - Why Deer Hunters Turn on Each Other

    Follow Fletcher and check out Solid Rock Targets:🌐 https://www.solidrocktargets.com/category/all-productsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solidrocktargets/Why do some deer hunters celebrate success while others seem to resent it? In this episode of Before the Echo, I sit down with Fletcher Shaw to talk about a topic that doesn't get discussed enough—why successful hunters often face criticism from within the hunting community itself.We dive into the culture of deer hunting, the backlash that can come with shooting mature bucks, and why social media has changed the way hunters view one another. Fletcher also shares his journey of leaving the security of a traditional job to chase his dream of building a business from the ground up. From the early struggles to creating Solid Rock Targets, this conversation is packed with lessons on risk, perseverance, and staying true to your passion.Whether you're a hardcore whitetail hunter, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone trying to follow a dream of your own, this episode has something for you.Topics discussed:🏹 Why some hunters turn on other hunters🦌 The controversy surrounding big buck success💼 Quitting a stable job to pursue a dream📈 Building Solid Rock Targets from the ground up🎯 Lessons learned from entrepreneurship and hunting🔥 Staying motivated when others doubt you🎯 Save on the gear I trust:🦌 Latitude OutdoorsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://www.latitudeoutdoors.com🌿 ASIO GearUse code ECHO15 for 15% offhttps://www.asiogear.com🏹 Razor BroadheadsUse code BTE for 20% offhttps://www.razorbroadheads.com🔭 Hawke OpticsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://us.hawkeoptics.com#DeerHunting #Whitetails #HuntingPodcast #BigBuck #Entrepreneurship #BeforeTheEcho #FletcherShaw #SolidRockTargets #PublicLandHunting #Bowhunting #HuntingLife #WhitetailDeer

  • June 19 · 1 hr 13 min

    #261 - Most Deer Hunters Are Buying the Wrong Optics

    In this episode of Before the Echo, we're joined by the marketing director Cameron Derr from Hawke Optics to break down one of the most important—but often misunderstood—parts of a hunter's setup: optics.We dive into Hawke's entire lineup, from budget-friendly options for new hunters to premium glass built for serious whitetail, western, and long-range hunters. If you've ever wondered how much you should spend on binoculars, a riflescope, or a rangefinder, this episode is for you.We discuss:• What separates entry-level optics from premium optics• When spending more money actually matters• The biggest optics mistakes hunters make• Choosing the right binoculars for your style of hunting• Scope options for deer hunters at different budgets• How Hawke designs optics for real-world hunters• Getting the best value for your moneyWhether you're looking to upgrade your current setup or buy your first piece of quality glass, this conversation will help you make a more informed decision before spending your hard-earned money.Check out Hawke Opticshttps://us.hawkeoptics.comUse code **BTE** at checkout to save money on your order.*What optics are you currently running, and what would you like us to cover in a future optics episode? Let us know in the comments!#BeforeTheEcho #HawkeOptics #DeerHunting #WhitetailHunting #HuntingGear #Binoculars #Riflescope #Optics #PublicLandHunting #Bowhunting

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