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Gritty Podcast

Brian Call

This is the GRITTY podcast where we talk about ALL things GRITTY. Life isn't fair and a little GRIT can make all the difference.

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  • Aug 9, 2016 · 1 hr 9 min

    EPISODE 151: SOLO HNTR & Trophy Places

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we hang out with friend, Tim Burnett of SOLO HNTR. Earlier this year, I showed Tim a film I was working on to get his opinion on my edit of the film. Long story short, the hunt is a solo blacktail deer hunt. Tim asked me if I wanted to share my film on his TV Show, SOLO HNTR, and the rest is history. The film first debuted at the Full Draw Film Tour earlier this year. But now you can see the film on the SOLO HNTR TV Show that airs this week, starting August 9th on the Outdoor Channel. For more TV show times, go to SOLOHNTR.com or look-up SOLO HNTR on the Outdoor Channel. But if you're like me, and you don't really do the TV thing, Tim crushes it on Youtube. You can find a ton of great of content on the SOLO HNTR website and the SOLO HNTR Youtube channel. If you miss my film on the TV show, you can still see it when Tim posts it to YouTube. I hope you enjoy this podcast. I always enjoy hanging out with Tim Burnett. Tim is real. What you see is what you get and I find that refreshing.

  • Aug 4, 2016 · 2 hr 15 min

    EPISODE 150: Entrepreneurship; The Outdoor Industry & The Hush Life with Hushin

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we hang with the Hushin boys in our Hotel room after midnight at the Total Archery Challenge. Hush is a group of guys who share their hunting and fishing adventures on their YouTube Channel, HUSHIN. On this podcast you meet the guys behind HUSHIN; Casey Lavere, Eric Chesser, and Brian Mclrea. There is sooo much to love about these guys it's no wonder they have the largest digital hunting channel on the web. These guys are genuine to the core. They're super funny and they never take themselves too seriously. And in a world of judgemental keyboard warriors; the HUSH crew is a breath of fresh air--always respectful and open and kind to everyone they meet; Slow to judge and unafraid to be themselves. This is a good podcast. You don't want to miss it. After the show, check them out at gethushin.com and at hushin on YouTube. Today, 9:40 AM

  • Aug 3, 2016

    EPISODE 149: Sitka Gear & Guitars with David Brinker & Aron Snyder

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder and myself, visit with our friend, David Brinker, of Sitka Gear. We recorded this podcast at the ATA Show, more than six months ago in January of this year. This is a podcast you should watch if you have time. You will never see a more uncomfortable and awkward Aron Snyder in your life; which is well worth watching. But the best part of this podcast is watching Brinker bust out songs on his guitar in the middle of the ATA Show at the MTN OPS booth for all to see. And David shares a song he wrote himself. And I love the song. I love the song for many reasons, and some these reasons are pretty-well summed up by these quotes: "The music I listen to will tell you more about me than my mouth ever could." AND "If anyone tells you a song is important to them, you should turn it up loud; close your eyes and really LISTEN. Because in the end, you will know that person much better." "Music has a great power for bringing people together. With so many forces in this world acting to drive wedges between people, it's important to preserve those things that help us experience our common humanity." I could not help but notice how Brinker's talents brought disparate people together; blurring boundaries between competing brands and companies. And I learned more about David by listening to his song than I ever could in a 1-hour conversation on a podcast. And the next time you're outside watching the sun rise, I hope you don't take for granted how splendid it really is. If you're like me and you really enjoyed Brinker's song, "Something 'Bout a Sunrise"--you can download the mp3 from the show notes of this podcast at Grittbowmen.com. The song is free. It's just about sharing a good hunting song and bringing people together. Do me favor, get on Facebook and Instagram and follow David Brinker Music--I love to see people pursue interests that fulfill them and change the lives of the people around them. David Brinker Music is one of those things. Give him a follow and if you like his music, and if you ever see David, stop by, shake his hand and let him know what you think.

  • Jul 27, 2016 · 1 hr 57 min

    EPISODE 146: Stag & Tahr Hunt In New Zealand With MTN OPS - Total Archery Challenge After Midnight

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we hang out with Casey and Jordan Harbertson of MTN OPS in the hotel after midnight at the Total Archery Challenge in Utah. This is just a fun podcast among good friends. Mostly we talk about Casey and Jordan's recent trip to New Zealand where they hunted Tahr and Red Stag. It's good stuff. Makes me want to take a trip to Middle-Earth someday soon for my own epic adventure

  • Jul 24, 2016 · 24 min

    EPISODE 145: Aron Snyder PHOTOGRAPHY

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about launching the Aron Snyder Photography website and Aron shares more details on how to get those outdoor shots.

  • Jul 21, 2016 · 1 hr 30 min

    EPISODE 144: Russ Meyer & Christopher Claunch - Fitness, Risk, Work & Reward

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with friends Russ Meyer and Christopher Claunch, post Train To Hunt event at Cascadian Bowmen, in Noti Oregon. On this podcast we talk about all sorts of things; we talk about Claunch's fitness journey. We talk about the Gritty Bowmen early days, which aren't really, all that long ago. We talk about bow shooting. Claunch and I geek-out on entrepreneurship and some of the many influences that have impacted our lives, and more. Christopher Claunch and Russ Meyer couldn't be more opposite. And yet, they are friends. I like that. And these two men inspire me; albeit in different ways. I hope there are a few bits and pieces in this podcast that positively impact your life, like they impacted mine.

  • Jul 21, 2016 · 47 min

    EPISODE 143: What's Up with Aron & The Tradlife

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron and Brian talk about the tradlife, the recent British Columbia Bear Hunt, the Total Archery Challenge in Snowbird UT, Aron's hunting style preference and previous hunting experiences and more.

  • Jul 14, 2016 · 40 min

    EPISODE 142: The Tale of Two Train To Hunt Athletes, Anderson & Frazier

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with Matt Anderson, his wife Sharon, and Brian Fraiser and his wife Kara. This is just a fun discussion among friends. Matt and Brian competed against each-other at the Enumclaw Washington Train To Hunt event, but partnered-up and competed in the Team Event for Oregon. I have a fun hanging out with these two couples and getting to know them a little better. Matt Anderson won the Washington TTH event and Brian Fraiser came in 2nd place. Together, they took second-place in the Team division in Oregon. In this podcast we talk about how they prepare for Train To Hunt--both have very different preparations; but each of them have achieved a high-level of fitness. We also talk about supplements and we laugh a lot. It was a pleasure meeting their wives, Kara and Sharon, and gathering their input too. Whether you are into Train To Hunt or not, I believe you'll enjoy this podcast. At the end of the day, we're all hunters and we have a passion for the outdoors. I hope you laugh; I hope you learn something new and I hope feel inspired by these gritty people.

  • Jul 7, 2016 · 1 hr 42 min

    EPISODE 141: Hunting Roosevelt Elk With Angry Spike Productions

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we visit with Shannon Mobbs and Cory Ford of Angry Spike Productions and we talk Roosevelt Elk hunting. I remember when I bought my first Angry Spike Productions DVD more than 10 years ago. I bought the DVD from good friend Cory Miller, who was in a couple of those early DVDs. I remember watching these guys call-in elk, on over the counter tags in thick coastal, rain forest country--Shannon Mobbs can hunt Roosevelt elk. He's a Roosevelt killing machine and his wall at home displays some amazing coastal bulls, which I have included in the video version of this podcast. He's also been blessed to shoot a Rocky Mountain Bull Elk, on a draw tag, that scores just shy of 400 inches. Shannon knows how to hunt elk. He's been consistently getting it done in the elk woods for multiple decades. On this podcast he shares his opinions and experiences calling-in elk. It's a fascinating show whether you're into Roosevelt elk hunting or not--in many ways, an elk, is an elk, is an elk. Angry Spike Productions quit producing DVDs a few years ago. So, we got them set-up online and now you can digitally download their old DVDs on a link on the Gritty Bowmen Website. Just go to grittybowmen.com and click the VHX link and follow the prompts from there. Type in the coupon code 'GRITTY' at checkout and you can get 50% off each DVD download. It's a cool thing. I tremendous much respect for anybody who attempts to film and produce video content from their hunts--these guys have done it. The footage is a little old but the call-ins and the bugling are solid. I learned a lot from watching these guys hunt on these old films. Listen to this podcast and see what you think. And then go download one of their videos from our website and enjoy some raw and real roosevelt elk hunting. And hopefully, these guys will produce a new film this year--get on Instagram and follow them at AngrySpikeProductions. And feel free to send them your questions and to ask them about producing a new and updated elk hunting film for 2016--rumor has it they're sitting on tons of great elk hunting video.

  • Jun 30, 2016 · 1 hr 1 min

    EPISODE 140: Addictive Archery's Andy Ponce, Master Arrow Builder

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we visit with Andy Ponce and friend Robert Bourland. Andy is the owner of Addictive Archery and a master arrow-maker. Andy is a real craftsman when it comes to building arrows. His arrows are works of art. And he makes these incredible arrows out of wood; although he does build beautiful arrows out of carbon shafts too--it's the wood arrows that really get your attention. According to Andy, wood arrows have a bad rap due to the fact that the majority of wood arrows on the market are poorly made. Andy geeks out on wood arrows. He pays attention to detail--ensuring that his arrows all weigh the same and have the same spine from batch to batch. And he builds some amazing footed arrows--where the front of the arrow is built out of Ironwood or some such hardwood while the main shaft is built out of cedar or fur--making the tip of the arrow very strong while ensuring the overall straightness and weight of the arrow shaft is ideal for accurate and effective shooting. You can go to addictivearchery.com to see pictures and pricing for Andy's arrows. And you can look him up on Instagram at addictivearchery--all one word. Whether you shoot compound and want some sweet, custom carbon arrows for your rig or you shoot traditional and want the creme de la creme of wood arrows; give Andy Ponce a jingle and get yourself some.

  • Jun 27, 2016 · 1 hr 14 min

    EPISODE 139: Filmmaking with the Inspirational Grady Rawls

    In winter 2014 I decided I wanted to learn how to make a good outdoor film. I bought a computer, some editing software and some online tutorials. I started teaching myself how to make a movie. It didn't take me long to realize I needed help. I stumbled across a 3-day film school hosted by the Full Draw Film Tour. Little did I know, this school would have a profound influence on my life and the advent of the Gritty Bowmen. On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen, I visit with a most excellent friend of mine, Grady Rawls. Grady was one of two instructors at the Full Draw Film School--Kody Kellom was the other. I drank from the proverbial firehose that weekend and I learned more about outdoor filmmaking in those 3 days than I had learned at home in the previous 3 months combined. But it wasn't what I learned that would change the direction of my life--it was the confidence and the encouragement to follow my passion, given to me by the people I met over those 3 days. People like Grady, Kody, South Cox, Kristy Titus, Ty Stubblefield, Jason Phelps, Josh Keller and more. The Film School dumped gasoline on what previously had been just a spark of a flame. In the subsequent months, I began producing GRITTY content. And whenever I posted a video or a podcast and it seemed that nobody was watching or listening, Grady Rawls was ALWAYS there. He was a teacher and a mentor--but more than that, Grady believed in me and never stopped heaping gasoline on my fire. And for that, I am deeply indebted to him. Featured on this podcast: Grady's Wedding Videography Living Sky Productions Grady on Facebook Grady on Instagram Rode NTG-3 Rode Video Mic Pro Beachtek Zoom H4N Sony Alpha A7R II

  • Jun 21, 2016 · 1 hr 45 min

    EPISODE 138: The Secret Sauce of Born and Raised Outdoors

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we travel to Roseburg Oregon to the "quote, unquote" "Kellom Ranch" and we talk elk hunting with Trent Fischer and Kody Kellom of Born and Raised Outdoors. I've been a huge fan of Born And Raised Outdoors since I got my hands on one of their early DVDs, "The Reason." I own every one one of their DVDs and every July, August and September I watch them over and over again. I like to run their show in the background in my basement while I'm working out. My wife and kids are sick of Born and Raised but I never get tired of them. They're real. They are genuine. What you see on camera is who they are in real-life. To me, the Born And Raised crew represents the quintessential public-land, over-the-counter-elk hunter. They find a why to kill elk with a bow year after year. AND, they capture it on film in a way that's real. Just like how it is for me with my hunting buddies. I've come to know these guys on a personal level--with Kody Kellom and Ty Stubblefield becoming what I consider close friends. On this podcast they tell us about their secret sauce for consistently killing elk. We share hunting stories and we talk about how they got started. It's all GRITTY stuff. Do me a favor and go and follow Born And Raised Outdoors on Instagram if you aren't already. They are the good guys--good ole' fashion Oregon boys who love to hunt. And check-out their Youtube Channel and subscribe. They've got some killer elk-hunting video on there and they're adding new stuff weekly. Finally… for those of you wondering if Born And Raised Outdoors is EVER going to produce another DVD--you can stop wondering. They FINALLY did another DVD--it will be available on July 1st at www.bornandraisedoutdoors.com

  • Jun 15, 2016 · 1 hr 6 min

    EPISODE 137: University of Elk Hunting Online Course with Corey Jacobsen

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we hang out with Corey Jacobsen of Elk101, Kody Kellom of Full Draw Film Tour and Born And Raised Outdoors, and our mutual friend Clint Radford--elk hunter, blacktail hunter, high school teacher, Sitka gear-junky, and family man. On this podcast we finally talk about #PROJECTSUCCESS or rather, UEH. The University of Elk Hunting--this is Corey's new online elk hunting course. This course is the culmination of 30-years of elk hunting experience. In fact, the course is more than 120,000 words, has more than 70 video components and hundreds of diagrams and images. This course is seriously awesome. On this podcast, Clint tells us about his thoughts on the training courses. This podcast can't help but come off as a giant sales-pitch to get you to buy this online course--and even though that's kinda what this podcast is--it's also way more than that. I really do believe that the course is worth every penny to every elk hunter out there. And, shamelessly, I would love to see Corey get wildly rewarded for the work he's put into this course and for the knowledge he freely shares to help elk hunters across the world find greater success year after year in the elk woods. Corey has worked his butt off to make this online course come to life. So sit back, listen to the show and if you like what you've heard--do yourself a solid, and enroll in UEH. The discount code is GRITTY40--the word GRITTY, G R I T T Y and the number 40--with this discount code you'll save 40% off the University of Elk Hunting online course. The code expires on Halloween night. It's $59 bucks with the code and $99 dollars without it. It's worth every penny. Stay GRITTY friends! http://www.elk101.com/onlinecourse/

  • Jun 8, 2016 · 1 hr 12 min

    EPISODE 136: How To Adjust Your Pack For Train To Hunt - Running With 100lb. Pack Loads

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Brian gets some schooling on how to adjust a backpack for running a race with 100lbs. vs. hunting and packing your meat out. Brian also gives us the run down of the recent Train To Hunt event in Enumclaw, Washington where he decided to run the 100lb. meat pack event "for fun". Aron shares his knowledge on the ins and outs of pack adjustment and weight distribution. For more information on properly adjusting your backpack check out Episode 14: Is this pack adjusted right? http://www.grittybowmen.com/gritty-podcasts-blog/2015/6/25/episode-14-is-this-pack-adjusted-right Featured on this podcast: Jeff Lander primitiveoutfitting.net https://www.instagram.com/primitve/ kifaru.net http://traintohunt.com

  • Jun 6, 2016 · 1 hr 11 min

    EPISODE 135: The Hunter's Fitness Solution with Josh Nordwick

    On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I visit with friend Josh Nordwick of Mountain Fitness: The Hunters Fitness Solution. I know many people who exercise regularly but are plagued with pain in their low-back, hips, knees, shoulders, and more. And I have friends and family members who have lived sedentary lives behind computers or behind the wheel of a truck and now suffer with chronic back and neck pain and more. In this podcast Josh and I talk a little about how to get your body back--how to get your back pain, knee pain, neck pain... to go away. It's about proper body movement to build strength and correct bad movement patterns. If you're body feels like it's falling apart, learn how to fix it and make it strong again. Josh is a young dude who geeks out on health and fitness. He loves to help people who have lost hope. Who don't think they can live an active, outdoor lifestyle any longer--who think that age has caught up to them and it's time to cash in their chips and just watch the young hunters get it done without them. I hope you like Josh and you learn something new from this podcast--and maybe, just maybe some of you will find a way to get your body back. Connect with Josh at joshnordwick.com and on Facebook at Mountain Fit: The Hunters Fitness Solution. Disclaimer: Before you start any exercise talk to a medical professional.

  • Jun 3, 2016 · 39 min

    EPISODE 134: Rachel Vandevoort & Kimber Firearms at BHA Rendezvous

    SUBSCRIBE: iTunes / RSS/Stitcher/Podbean/Android Okay friends! On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Mark Brownlee and myself visit with Rachel Vandevoort, of Kimber Firearms, at the annual (BHA) Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Rendezvous. Kimber is an American company that designs and manufactures premium firearms for individual, sporting, and law enforcement and military markets. Basically, Kimber makes sweet guns. And Rachel is the Trade Relations Manager at Kimber. Rachel shares her thoughts on guns, calibers, conservation, hunting and more. She talks about bear spray vs. guns and she's adept at helping people rationalize the purchase of new firearms. Rachel is fun! And she's a wealth of knowledge. We like her because like because we think she's pretty dang GRITTY. We had a great time visiting with her--and we think you will too.

  • Jun 1, 2016 · 1 hr 47 min

    EPISODE 133: Western Hunting With The Eastmans' & Aron Snyder

    SUBSCRIBE: iTunes / RSS/Stitcher/Podbean/Android On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder and myself hang out with the Eastmans, Guy and Ike Eastman of the Eastmans' Hunting Journal, Eastmans' Bowhunting Journal and Eastmans' TV. The Eastmans' tradition began in 1956 with Gordon Eastman. Gordon was a true pioneer in adventure hunting and outdoor wildlife cinematography. His first project was in the wilds of Alaska. He was also among the first to ever film in the North Country, and built such a solid reputation that Walt Disney himself hired Gordon to film outdoor productions in the 1960s. Today Mike, Guy and Ike carry on Gordon's legacy by producing the industry-leading publications of Eastmans' Hunting and Bowhunting Journals in combination with the award-winning Eastmans' Hunting TV show that airs 52 weeks a year and showcases fair chase rifle and bow hunts on all western big game. This is just a fun podcast with some solid dudes! If you're not subscribed to Eastmans' Hunting Journal and/or Eastmans' Bowhunting Journal you should go to www.eastmans.com and get signed-up. Eastmans' has been around for a long time and continues to be a powerful influence for good in the hunting industry. Get involved, support their work and get yourself a sweet western hunting magazine to boot.