Eastmans' Elevated
691 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 522 ratingsEastmans’ Elevated Podcast with host Brian Barney is the podcast for hardcore Western Big Game hunters. Brian does one thing every single episode, talks hunting! From tips and tactics for locating and stalking to shooting strategies and even photo taking advice, Eastmans’ Elevated keeps you up to date and in the know all while entertaining you as Brian and his guests take you along on their hunts and breakdown the skills and mindset needed to be successful in the Western Big Game hunting arena.
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Episodes
Episode 387: Mountain Hunts With Cole Kramer and Jonathon Blank
June 01, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes - 61.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Cole Kramer and Jonathon Blank. Jonathon is a military veteran who lost his legs in combat. He has an amazing approach to life and is living it to the fullest. He teamed up with Cole Kramer for an amazing adventure hunt for mountain goats. You have to hear about this hunt and watch the film, it is one-of-a-kind and made for an awesome episode this week on EE.
Episode 386: Epic Night Of Hunting With Dan Heavrin
May 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBIn this episode of Eastmans' Elevated, Brian sits down with his good buddy Dan Heavrin. The guys have been chasing spring bears hard and they just had an epic night of hunting. Sleep deprived but stoked from the previous night, they recount how it all went down. As they talk about the hunt there are plenty of tips and tactics you can apply to your own hunting. They also chat about adventures they have coming up. Another great podcast all about bowhunting this week on EE.
Episode 385: Finding Flo State With Braden Forsyth
May 18, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Braden Forsyth. Both of these guys are really into self optimization. They talk about some thoughts and theories and how it applies to Bowhunting. They also talk over some good books they have read lately that help with self improvement. We get one life to live, it's our job to get the most out of it! Another wonderful conversation and episode this week on EE.
Epidsode 384: Optics For The West With Sig Sauer
May 11, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Craig and Peter from Sig Sauer. These guys are good friends, hilarious and knowledgeable about western optica and they get into a fun chat about western hunting optics. They also talk about one of Brian's favorite products from the last 10 years, the Zulu 6 image stabilizing binocular. Brian now has the new, improved Zulu 6 12x42 and 16x42 and they are awesome! The guys wrap up by chatting about some of the new products and prototypes that will be hitting ...
Episode 383: Progression Of A Bowhunter With Andy May
May 04, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Andy May. Andy is a die hard bowhunter with a strong base hunting Whitetails. He has dove head first into hunting out west and has had great success. Andy is also a school teacher so is extremely limited on time in the fall. He makes the most of the time he does have by working extremely hard, having a good game plan and being proficient when given a chance. The guys discuss their progression as bowhunters and how to become more proficient out west. This ...
Episode 382: A Winning Approach With Tyler Geiger
April 27, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Tyler Geiger from Nock Performance podcast. Tyler is all about self-performance and self-improvement and that made for a great conversation as the guys talk about paying dues, learning and performing at a high level. They go deep about having a winning attitude and personal growth. Brian and Tyler also talk about developing good hunting instincts and being clutch when the opportunity presents itself. Another great episode of EE this week!
Episode 381: OTC Opportunities with Jason Castaneda
April 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBn this episode Brian sits down with Jason Castaneda. Jason is a highly skilled hunter who is successful on elk, mule deer and blacktail deer. He and Brian go in-depth about some of the blacktail opportunities out there. There are some awesome OTC opportunities for these deer out West. The guys chat about how it relates to other western game species and what tactics work best. Another great episode this week on EE.
Episode 380: Adventure, Bears and Perspective Solo With Brian Barney
April 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down for a solo podcast. He talks about his upcoming super-adventure out of the country. He goes into hunting different species in different habitats and how it makes him a better overall bowhunter. Then he dives into the thrill of spot and stalk hunting for bears in the spring. He lays out all the knowledge on this one including season, habitat, tactics, safety and the stalk. After that he wraps up with what living a meaningful life means to him and how he can cont...
Episode 379: A Better Life With Matt Payne
April 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Matt Payne. Matt decided a handful of years ago to turn his life around. He lost over 100 pounds and got himself into incredible shape. He found motivation in being there for his family and hunting out West. He is living out his dream now, coming out West each and every year to hunt mule deer and elk. He continues to stay disciplined and put in the work. It's a great podcast as the guys talk about how to find the motivation and both the physical ...
Episode 378: Epic Elk Hunting With Jon and Kylee Gabrio
March 30, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Jon and Kylee Gabrio. They are a hunting couple that had an absolute epic season last year. The pair are seasoned elk hunters and made the most of great tags. They talk about their prep, scouting and how the season played out. It's wild, they were able to arrow two great bulls just seconds apart. As the dark descended and rain began to pour down, the real work began. This is one heck of an elk hunting story and one you can't miss!
Episode 377: Student Of The Game With Tyler Johnerson
March 23, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Tyler Johnerson. Brian has wanted to get him on the show for a while now as he is an incredibly talented bowhunter, rifle hunter and houndsman. The guys have a great conversation all about the mindset and journey of being a hunter. They talk about becoming a student of the game and continuing to learn and evolve. This is an amazing conversation and episode this week on EE.
Episode 376: Follow Your Passion With Koby Owens
March 16, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Koby Owens. These guys met and became friends on a late-season mule deer hunt. Koby was filming and photographing for Brian and they chat about that. Koby is a young go-getter that has immersed himself in his passion. He is building a quality life growing his brand and reputation as a photographer and videographer. The guys talk about having a winning attitude, a quality path and living a fulfilling life. Another great conversation this week on EE.
Episode 375: Big Adventure With Brandon Purcell
March 09, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his good buddy Brandon Purcell. The guys start off laughing and joking about building their own houses. They then get into hunting deer, elk and bears in extreme terrain. They talk about the mental side of hunting and the thought process needed to come out on top. They also talk over the right mix of being aggressive and having patience. This made for an excellent conversation and episode this week on EE.
Episode 374: Gear and Bowhunting With Justin Sparks
March 02, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Justin Sparks. Justin is VP of operations at Kryptek and a die hard bowhunter. The guys talk over their technical mountaineering gear system for hunting the West, take a deep dive into bowhunting the West and discuss the advantages of creative thinking when coming up with hunting strategies. Justin and Brian also break down the challenges and what it takes to come out successful on big western hunts. This is a great conversation between a pair of...
Episode 373: Archery Elk With Dan Pickar
February 23, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his good friend Dan Pickar. The guys do a live podcast all about archery elk. Dan had an epic season, harvesting two of his biggest bulls to date. The guys discuss those hunts but really dive deep on modern elk tactics and insight gained from over 40 years of archery elk hunting. This is a must listen to if you are an elk hunter or fan of the podcast.
Episode 372: Extreme fitness and Hunting With Rich Froning
February 16, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with CrossFit legend Rich Froning. The guys go deep, talking about the adventure of western hunting. They discuss elk hunting and the learning curve involved with it. They chat about the advantages of being in superior shape. They also get into the mental strength and fortitude it takes to find success. It's a legendary conversation and epic episode this week on EE!
Episode 371: NFL And Bowhunting With Derek Wolf
February 09, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with former NFL star Derek Wolf. Derek has recently retired and is all in on western bowhunting. Derek recounts his archery season along with the story on this giant tom Mountain lion. These professional athletes have such focused intensity and ice water running through their vanes. Derek is proof of that and made for a great conversation this week on EE.
Episode 370: Life Change With Zach Hanson
February 02, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBIn this episode, Brian sits down with Zachary Hanson, who authored the book Turning Feral. He has a background in tech and found hunting and trapping and has never looked back. He moved out west and loves adventure hunting. The guys talk about that as well as elk and hunting the desert. They also talk about the learning curve involved with Western hunting.
Episode 369: One Chance At This Life Solo With Brian Barney
January 25, 2023 17:14 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBIn this episode Brian sits down for a solo podcast. He talks about making the moves to create a meaningful and fulfilling life, the balance between work, family and hunting. He goes in detail about this upcoming season and how he can be better, diving into time management, shooting, fitness and more. This is a good, authentic podcast all about building the quality life you want to live.
Episode 368: MTNTOUGH Fitness With Dustin Diefenderfer
January 19, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with MTNTOUGH founder Dustin Diefenderfer. The guys have a great, engaging conversation centered around mountain fitness. They dive deep on mental toughness, both in the mountains and in life. They talk about the correct training for the mountains and go through the right mix of strength and endurance. This is a great podcast that will surely help with your training and make you better in the mountains
Episode 367: What It Takes With Steve Evens
January 12, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Steve Evens. Steve just got into western hunting a few years ago but has seen tremendous success. How has he seen such great success in such a short period of time? That's exactly what the guys dive into. The commitment, dedication, mindset and personal growth. It made for a great conversation and great episode this week on EE.
Episode 366: Limited Time Success With Mitchell Rolan
January 05, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Mitchell Rolan. Mitchell is a hard working guy that was limited on time in 2022. He made the most of it by putting in the work during the off season and then going hard on his hunts. The guys discuss and break down his season bringing attention to the key things he did right. They talk over elk, deer and antelope hunting. It's a great conversation this week on EE.
Episode 365: The Archery Grind With Dillon Ness
December 28, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBThis week Brian sits down with his good buddy and hunting partner, Dillon Ness. The guys talk over the past season and what it means to grind. They talk about mule deer hunting, both early and late, and go in depth on stalking. They then dive into what makes a successful stalk, the nuances of it and how they can be better. Brian and Dillon also cover spot and stalk elk hunting and how effective it can be in today's day and age. Just another great conversation between a couple good friends.
Episode 364: Next Level Archery With Cain Rinehart
December 22, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Cain Rinehart. Cain is a die-hard bowhunter and has worked tirelessly at his craft to be consistently successful. The guys really get into the bowhunting mindset in this episode and how it takes sheer will to become a great bowhunter. Hear about the work Cain puts in and his year-long efforts to find success. This is a great episode all about bowhunting the West.
Episode 363: Finding Your Passion With Logan Stark Of Black Rifle Coffee Company
December 15, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Logan Stark from Black Rifle Coffee Company. The guys talk about life, business and finding your passion. They chat about good leadership; what it means and what it looks like. They also talk about skydiving and how growth comes from the uncomfortable. The guys at BRCC are in the midst of a new project right now to benefit veteran families and Logan breaks down the details. It's another fascinating and introspective conversation this week on EE.
Episode 362: Its All Mental With Matt Tillotson
December 08, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Matt Tillotson. Matt is young but an absolute go getter in the mountains. He has a bunch of huge bucks and bulls to his credit both with Rifle and the bow. The guys dive into his season and lessons learned. They really tap into mental fortitude and talk over their mindset and how much it aids them both in hunting and in life. This is an awesome episode this week on EE.
Episode 361: Bucks, Bulls and Accurate Rifles With Rodger Holscher
December 01, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Rodger Holscher. Rodger is a go getter and just harvested his best buck to date. Its a giant deer and he and Brian discuss the work and preparation that went into it. The guys also get into archery elk and using different tactics to be successful. They talk about still hunting and getting into that thick timber where the elk like to be. They also visit about life and dive into what goes into an accurate rifle. This is a really fun conversati...
Episode 360: Bowhunting Special Tags With Braden Forsyth
November 23, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Bowhunter Braden Forsyth. Braden had an archery sheep tag last season so the guys dive deep on having a once in a lifetime tag and hunt. They also visit on highcountry mule deer, elk and more. They chat about some of their working theories on finding consistent success. This is an awesome podcast between two great bowhunters.
Episode 359: Archery Bucks With Russ Carone
November 17, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBIn this podcast Brian sits down with his buddy Russ Carone. Russ is an amazing archery hunter and the guys visit about their season. Brian talks over his challenges finding a moose and how difficult archery hunting can be. The guys talk over early season mulies as Russ harvested a bomber buck this season. They also discuss late season bucks and the challenges that come with hunting them. Russ harvested an amazing, late-season deer after the guys recorded this podcast. Another great conversati...
Episode 358: Hunting Giants With JP Vicente
November 10, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with JP Vicente from Big Chino Outfitters. JP is based out of Arizona and is one of the best in the business at producing huge, mind blowing trophies. The guys chat about some of his tactics and specifics about Arizona. Along with that they talk about the enjoyment of the hunt and how to get the most out of the experience. There is great information throughout this podcast as JP is a wealth of knowledge.
Episode 357: Moose Success Solo With Brian Barney
November 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBIn this episode Brian sits down for a solo podcast. He recounts his latest Shiras' moose hunt, which spanned close to 30 days. He talks about how important positive self talk is and having the right attitude for success. He dives into the grind and how to be persistent to achieve our bowhunting goals. He also talks about the muley rut and hunting with his daughter. This is a classic, solo podcast as Brian has just completed one of his toughest challenges to date.
Episode 356: Physical Advantage With Preston Ward
October 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Preston Ward from Mountain Physio. Preston is a physical therapist and has catered his business to suit bowhunters. Preston is a die hard bowhunter as well and so the guys visit about that first. Then they get into recovering from an injury and preventative body maintenance. They also talk about the best preparation for the mountain hunts we all love. It's another great podcast this week on EE!
Episode 355: New Age Elk With Andrew Whitney
October 20, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 82 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Andrew Whitney from Stone Glacier. Andrew is a bow guy and consistently gets it done on trophy critters. The guys dive deep into the new age of archery elk hunting. They talk over tactics, animal behavior, thinking outside the box, attitude and mental toughness and what a huge role each of these play in being successful. This is an awesome episode and exactly why you come to listen to EE.
Episode 354: Predator hunting with Geoff Nemnich
October 13, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Geoff Nemnich from Eastmans' Predator Pros Podcast. The guys talk about off season hunting for coyotes and wolves. T hey also talk over rifles and cartridges. Along with that they talk about accuracy and how to get the most out of the guns we shoot. This is a great conversation between a pair of hardcore hunters.
Episode 353: Bowhunting With Sam Davis
October 06, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Sam Davis. Sam is a diehard bowhunter and year after year he has epic seasons. This year was no different as he was successful on a bison, bull elk, buck deer and buck antelope. He works tirelessly at his craft and his work shows in his consistent success. The guys break down his season and catch up this week on EE.
Episode 352: Elk Action with the Australia guys
September 29, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his two Austalia buddies Craig Hailes and Josh Rogers along with his good hunting buddy Dan Heavrin. The guys have been going hard for elk in the prime of the rut. They recount close calls and lessons learned. They chat about high pressure elk, locating bulls and go in-depth on the plays they made. It's a great late night podcast with a bunch of insights and laughs along the way.
Episode 351: Q and A With Brian Barney and Ryan Munsey
September 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Ryan Munsey for some Q and A. The guys answer questions about western hunting from hunters around the country; everything from mental toughness and discipline to personal happiness. They also get into tactics for chasing elk and mule deer out west. This is a different type of podcast but it's a great one this week on EE.
Episode 350: Season Recap Solo With Brian Barney
September 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIn this episode Brian sits down for a solo podcast. He recaps his season so far, including two deer hunts, antelope and elk. He talks about some things he has done right and also mistakes he has made. He talks about constant improvement and being clutch on stalks and shots. He also discusses finding new locations and still hunting when getting close. It's a great podcast where you get to catch up on Brian's season.
Episode 349: Time To Grind With Clint Casper
September 12, 2022 14:31 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Clint Casper. The guys talk over bowhunting the west. They talk about the ability to grind and what it takes to find success. They talk about their prep going into season and getting their mind right. They chat about the big adventures coming up and how tough bowhunting is. They talk about the importance of mindset and ability to adapt. This is a great during season podcast by the guys!
Episode 349: Time To Grind With Clint Casper
September 08, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Clint Casper. The guys talk over bowhunting the west. They talk about the ability to grind and what it takes to find success. They talk about their prep going into season and getting their mind right. They chat about the big adventures coming up and how tough bowhunting is. They talk about the importance of mindset and ability to adapt. This is a great during season podcast by the guys!
Episode 348: Bowhunting With Dan Pickar
September 01, 2022 19:03 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Dan Pickar. Dan also works at Eastmans' and is extremely successful with a bow in his hands. The guys really go deep on mule deer although the tactics can be applied to all western hunting. They talk about big adventures, being able to adapt on the fly and what it takes to find consistent success. They also talk about animals jumping the string and how sometimes it helps to be lucky. Enjoy this week's EE all about bowhunting.
Episode 347: Life As A Bowhunter With David Brinker
August 25, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his friend David Brinker. The guys have a great conversation centered around bowhunting and life. They talk about making a plan for being happy and living a fulfilling life. They get into being intentional with their career, family and hunting. The guys are super honest about good moves they have made and also mistakes and shortcomings. We get one life to live, better go out and get it!
Episode 346: Mountain Mule Deer With Marlon Holden
August 18, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Marlon Holden. The guys talk about hunting mulies and what it takes to be consistently successful, about the mountains being humbling and just how big they look in person. The conversation drifts to being able to adapt as no hunt ever goes as planned. Throughout the podcast the fellas discuss the challenge, enjoyment and thrill of hunting mule deer.
Episode 345: High Country Mulies Solo With Brian Barney
August 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBDescription: In this episode Brian is just hours away from leaving on a hunt. He goes in depth on hunting high country mulies, about the mindset going into it, the dangers and how to navigate them safely. He then gets into finding deer and what he is looking for in a stalk. Last, he dives deep into the "red zone". What to do, what speed to move, how to read the mannerisms of deer. This is a great solo episode where Brian is all fired up to go hunting.
Episode 344: All In With Tony Trietch
August 04, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Tony Trietch. Every year Tony leaves his house for months at a time to hunt out West. He hunts multiple species in multiple states. The guy knows a thing or two about consistent success. Brian and Tony chat over how he has structured his life to get the time to chase his western hunting dreams. They also talk over his extensive scouting and how he finds giants. Along with that, how the guys keep their heads right and having the ability to problem...
Episode 343: Hawaii, Scouting and Stalking With Brian Barney
July 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBIn this episode Brian sits down for a solo recording. He talks a bit about his work-life, handling stress and finding balance. Then he gets into his recent Hawaii bowhunt and how much fun he had. He talks about his encounters, fun with buddies and tells the stories behind a couple of his harvests. Lastly, he gets into next level stalking. He talks about keeping the element of surprise, a higher knowledge of the wind and using the topography. This is a classic solo episode of EE.
Episode 342: Archery Mulies With Isaac Aleman
July 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Isaac Aleman from BRCC. The guys both love to hunt mule deer with their bows so the episode is centered around that. They talk about hunting mulies back in the day, resources they used and mistakes they made. They also talk about family and balance and their motivation behind hunting. This is a great back and forth all about hunting the elusive mule deer.
Episode 341: Bowhunting Mulies With Matt Bateman
July 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Matt Bateman. Matt is one of those guys that is consistently successful with his bow. He hunts multiple species but both men share a love for mulies. The conversation goes into what it takes to find success. The guys talk about mindset, persistence and patience. They discuss the "red zone" and nuances of the stalk. They also get into broadheads and personal preferences as far as design and performance. This is a great in depth bowhunting podcast.
Episode 340: Spot And Stalk Is An Art With Dillon Ness
July 07, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with his good buddy Dillon Ness. Dillon is a die hard bowhunter and knows how to get it done on trophy critters. The guys talk over his recent spot and stalk bear and what it took to get it done. Along with that they dive deep on stalking elk, targeting large herd bulls. Also they talk about hunting mule deer both early and late. This is a great conversation between a couple good friends.
Episode 339: Western Adventures With Hunter McWaters
June 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBIn this episode Brian sits down with Hunter McWaters from the Hunter's Quest Podcast. The guys have a great discussion all about western adventure hunting. They talk about antelope, mule deer and elk. They chat about the challenges of both archery and rifle hunts. They also chat about a trip Hunter did on Kodiak for Sitka blacktails and how Brian missed out on an opportunity to go chase them with his bow. It's another great episode this week on EE.