Fall Obsession Podcast
187 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago -Welcome to the official Podcast of Fall Obsession! Listen in as our experienced Staff, made up of everyday hunters and outdoorsmen, feed your hunting and outdoor obsession with a new episode EVERY MONDAY MORNING! Here we talk hunting, tactics, strategy, archery, and more with some of the greatest and most down to earth outdoors men and women you will ever find. With frequent guests joining us from across North America, we promise here you will always find content that is relevant to you, as well as educational and entertaining! Listen in and enjoy! www.fallobsession.com
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Ep. 184 "West Coast Long Range" | Mark Zorich & Sam Thrash
April 15, 2024 09:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBA small side-gig turned full-time job has proven to be nothing but rewarding and humbling for our friend Mark Zorich. Mark is a military veteran and former SWAT sniper and the very first winner of our Veteran Hunt Giveaway in 2021. While working in law enforcement, he started West Coast Long Range Precision Shooting; teaching shooters and hunters how to increase their proficiency with a rifle and build confidence shooting long ranges. Little did he know the impact his side hustle would ha...
Ep. 183 "Addictions & Obsessions" | Diego Otero & Sam Thrash
April 08, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBWe believe it is never too late to begin your journey into hunting and the outdoors! For some, that journey may begin much earlier than most. This week, we are joined by young Diego from MainBeam Addiction. As a youth hunter, Diego has already established a strong presence in the hunting industry with his MainBeam Addiction brand and one big goal in mind; to help get others, especially youth involved in hunting and the outdoors! In his quest to fulfill his own adventure, Diego finds hims...
Ep. 182 "Behind the Lens" | Britton and Maddy Wasmer & Sam Thrash
April 01, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBThere are many amazing content creators in the Hunting and Outdoor space, but those who have truly mastered the art of media production quite literally stand out among others. Britton and Maddy Wasmer have been passionate about photography, videography and editing for a long time, and the time spent to master their craft shows through their amazing work! We sit down with Britton and Maddy to talk about their journey into the outdoors and content creation. We talk hunting, production chall...
Ep. 181 "Saving Wildlife & Hunting" | John Stallone, Mike Costello & Sam Thrash
March 25, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBThe Wildlife Conservation Battlefield is one not normally occupied, nor perhaps even thought about by the every-day outdoors man and woman. Hunter's rights are constantly being attacked and manipulated by the anti-hunting community, and it may be closer than you realize to impacting you directly. However, organizations like HOWL for Wildlife are making it possible for every outdoor enthusiast and hunters to have their voice heard. Mike Costello and John Stallone are two faces of this orga...
Ep. 180 "New Things at Fall Obsession" | Todd Sellon & Sam Thrash
March 18, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBIt's been a while since Sam and Todd brought us an "in-house" episode, and the wait is now over! These two get together this week to cover a variety of topics. They recap some of the highs and lows from our 2023 seasons, some of the key accomplishments of our staff members last year, they look at what's coming up for Fall Obsession in 2024, and much more! Finally, they detail what all is involved when you participate in our 2024 Turkey Hunt Competition; happening RIGHT NOW! And if you wa...
Ep. 179 "Pursuing The Wild" | Kristy Titus & Sam Thrash
March 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBThe Western Lifestyle; landowner, elk and deer hunting, owning and raising pack mules, and if that's not enough you can include CarbonTV producer and the host of 3 shows! She even moved to Wyoming for the opportunity to do it all! Kristy Titus is our guest this week; host of the show "Pursue The Wild", the "Wild and Uncut" Podcast and her latest production, "Our Wyld Life". Kristy joins us to share her journey into hunting and the outdoor industry. She talks about the evolution of her s...
Ep. 178 "Working Class Bowhunter" | Curt Geier & Sam Thrash
March 04, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBThe best hunting and outdoor shows are not based simply off of quality; but also a host and subject matter relatable to the listener or viewer. Working Class Bowhunter Podcast has been around for a long time, and since the beginning has provided blue-collar listeners with "hunting camp talk" and every day bow hunting conversations that help get folks through tough times or long days. Curt Geier, host of the Working Class Bowhunter Podcast is our guest this week, and shares with us the orig...
Ep. 177 "2024 Colorado Big Game Tags" | Tim Berges & Sam Thrash
February 26, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBEvery year we have been seeing changes in various States' tags and draw applications, and Colorado is no exception. This week we are joined by our Western Regional Coordinator and Colorado resident Tim Berges. Tim is very well versed in Colorado's draw applications and tag/point systems, and comes on the show to give us some insight into what 2024 looks like. Tim describes this year's changes as not being as drastic as he anticipated, but whether it be because of conservational changes or...
Ep. 176 "Midwest Mindset" | Michael Tepe & Sam Thrash
February 19, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBGrowing big whitetails with strategic habitat and land management tactics has been a passion for Mike Tepe for over 23 years. It takes hard work, patience, persistence and the ability to hunt smartly and efficiently when the time is right. Mike is no stranger to our Podcast and returns this week to talk more than just deer hunting. Mike's journey through habitat management has evolved in and of itself; going from just grinding away on his own properties, to sharing his passion through the...
Ep. 175 "Arizona Bear Attack" | Braden Funderburg & Sam Thrash
February 12, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBA backcountry bear/mountain lion hunt turned into a life-or-death situation in the blink of an eye. The anticipation was high for Braden Funderburg as he and his dad set out into the Arizona wilderness; and it didn't take long for Braden to get on a big bear during the first hunt. Hunting behind dogs, they were led to a cave where the big bear had decided to make his stand. After putting 2 rounds in the bear from an already short distance, the 3rd round was fired at point blank range as t...
Ep. 174 "The Prince of Poachers" | Charles Beaty & Sam Thrash
February 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBCharles Beaty evaded capture for over 20 years, killing more world-class bucks in South Texas than most people will ever see in their lifetime. Now he joins us on our show as we hear about it all from the legend himself. Charles tells us what it was like living as an "outlaw" in the 1970's, 80's and 90's, including some stories he has NEVER SHARED until now! And these are not stories of "road hunting" in South Texas; Charles would spend days, sometimes weeks at a time packing back into the...
Ep. 173 "The Ultimate Predator" | Robson Pritchett & Sam Thrash
January 29, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBThis week we are joined by Robson Pritchett; one of the founders of Hoot Camo! Hoot is a brand built by blue-collar outdoorsmen, with a mission to put affordable high quality gear in the hands of your everyday hunters! Robson shares with us the origin story behind the brand, and how they have worked to perfect a product and a pattern unlike any before. Inspired by one of the most camouflaged predators on the planet; the owl has given Hoot Camo all the tools they need to design patterns th...
Ep. 172 "The Sophomore Slump" | Mike Behrens & Sam Thrash
January 22, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBEvery year is a learning opportunity, and season number 2 as an adult onset whitetail hunter was no exception for our friend Mike Behrens. Mike returns to the show to dive deep into his 2023 deer season with our show host, Sam. They talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of it all. Mike shares how his high exceptions were quickly put in check with a difficult mid-October kill, followed by weeks of struggles. It's not all bad, as Mike got to close out his year on a stud of a Texas whit...
Ep. 171 "Big Pig in a Stolen Truck" | Mark Thrash & Sam Thrash
January 15, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBThe 2023 hunting seasons held a lot of firsts for members of our team, and for our show host Sam Thrash. This episode brings us back to Texas deer camp where Sam sits down with his dad, Mark to bring their season to a close. They discuss the frustrations experienced this year on Texas Dirt, lessons learned from it, and how they look to improve upon such in year 4. We always have to end it with a bang, as the title of the episode eludes. Mark shares a story that you absolutely cannot make...
Ep. 170 "The Berges Buck" | Tim Berges, Michael Tepe & Sam Thrash
January 08, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThe Flatland Crew is back together for the 3rd and final installment in our Flatland Deer Country saga! In episodes 166 and 167 this same crew brought us two outstanding podcasts straight from Colorado deer camp, covering days 1 - 6 of an intense spot-and-stalk mule deer and whitetail hunt in the flat farmland of eastern Colorado. But at the time, a 7th and final day had yet to take place, and that was a story still to be told. Listen in as the guys cover the events of that 7th day, leadi...
Ep. 169 "The Maturing of a Bow Hunter" | Nick Powell & Sam Thrash
January 01, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBBow Hunting is a game of discipline. It comes with highs and lows; good days and bad ones. It takes time, discipline and patience to be successful. Our own Production Director Nick Powell has been chipping away at his archery game for the past several seasons. He has experienced all those milestone moments at their respective points, but he never would have guessed what 2023 would bring. Nick shares the story of his early season success with his bow, and the story of his first buck with...
Ep. 168 "Veteran Hunt 2023" | Bridget & Larry Seybert, Waylan Langford, Dylan Gann & Sam Thrash
December 26, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBEvery year we are privileged to give back to one individual who has served our country through our annual Veteran Hunt; courtesy of our Hunt Host Waylan Langford. This year, our 2023 Veteran Hunt winner is Bridget Seybert. Accompanied by her husband Larry, producer and show host Sam and other camp members, we spent a weekend in Texas deer camp enjoying the great outdoors and chasing big bucks. We sit down with this Veteran Hunt crew on the second night of the hunt to record this podcast e...
Ep. 167 "Flatland Whitetail" | Tim Berges, Michael Tepe & Sam Thrash
December 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBThe Colorado Flatland Deer saga continues! Hot on the heels of our mule deer episode, the same crew brings us another podcast from Colorado. However the focus has now shifted, and so have the dynamics. With Sam tagged out, the mission is now to get Mike a whitetail with a bow before the upcoming rifle opener. But the whitetails are few and far between, and that's not the only challenge facing them. The guys recap the 3 days that followed the mule deer hunt, the grind of finding whitetai...
Ep. 166 "Flatland Mule Deer" | Tim Berges, Michael Tepe & Sam Thrash
December 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBWe've all seen those hunts, whether online or on TV, where a hunter gets up close and personal with a wild animal in a spot and stalk situation. For some it is a dream to be able to do that for themselves one day; and that's exactly how it was for our Show Host Sam. This episode is recorded in Colorado Deer Camp with Tim, Mike and Sam after 3 days of hunting muleys in the flat farmland of eastern Colorado. The crew talks about the discouraging start to the hunt, with challenges such as ba...
Ep. 165 "When You Lose a Deer" | Todd Sellon & Sam Thrash
December 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBAs ethical hunters, we should all pride ourselves in being proficient marksman who execute clean and quick shots on wild game. However anyone who has hunted for any significant amount of time is bound to have experienced the gut wrenching feeling of making a shot on an animal and never finding them. It is a reality of hunting which no one is proud of and no one likes to talk about, but it does happen. Unfortunately for us, both Podcast Show Host Sam and Staff Manager Todd experienced this...
Ep. 164 "Public Land Mayhem" | Tanner Higgins & Sam Thrash
November 27, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBPublic land hunting hits different; and while more challenging at times, it can also be more rewarding. Most certainly when things come together on a shooter buck! For Fall Obsession Staffer Tanner Higgins, it all seemed to come together within seconds at first light, but then quickly turned for the worst when a blood trail never ended. This is a story that you cannot makeup; with one improbable event leading to another, and a determined hunter who saw it through to the end on Oklahoma Pu...
Ep. 163 "Lessons from Texas" | Mark Thrash & Sam Thrash
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBOne deep dive on whitetail hunting is all it takes to realize there is so much more to it than sitting in a stand and waiting on the first brown thing to walk by. This week we take one of those whitetail deep dives in deer camp with show host Sam and his dad, Mark. A lot has changed in 3 years on their Texas whitetail property, and they have had to grow as hunters along with it. They talk about those changes they have witnessed, how the deer have adapted with them, and how their hunting t...
Ep. 162 "PNW meets TX" | Johnny Mack & Sam Thrash
October 23, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWhat is it about hunting Texas that is so captivating? Why is having a deer lease with deer feeders highly sought after in the Lone Star State? These are the things Johnny Mack from Soul Seekers is now having to learn and understand for himself. Johnny, coming from the Pacific Northwest, has never hunted outside of the well-known "western style" of pursuit. A move to Texas a couple years ago has now forced him to adapt to a whole new playbook when it comes to pursuing wild game. Johnny ...
Ep. 161 "Indiana Monarch" | Michael Tepe & Sam Thrash
October 16, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBA giant has fallen... Mike Tepe is back on the podcast with an early season tag notched on a Midwestern Stud! Mike is the host of our Midwest Mindset series on CarbonTV, and has poured a lot of time, work and money into managing his various whitetail habitats in the Midwest. All that hard work finally paid off on October 8th, 2023! Mike shares with us the story; a cat-and-mouse journey of his pursuit of this buck once he began daylighting. It all came down to Mike being in the wrong sta...
Ep. 160 "Land of Giants" | Chad Alan Jones & Sam Thrash
September 25, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBEverything is bigger in Texas, right? This week we're joined by our friend and Fall Obsession Staff Member Chad Jones from The Lone Star State! Chad is no stranger to big bucks, and his trophy wall reflects that (check out the podcast video!) Sam and Chad sit down for a detailed conversation over whitetail behavior and habits, hunting strategies and tactics, and what it truly takes to fill your tag on a real giant! Chad tells us what activity and shifts in patterns he looks for on his ce...
Ep. 159 "First Responder Tribute" | Nick Powell & Sam Thrash
September 11, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBFirst Responders and Military Personnel hold a heavy place in our hearts and minds; and 9/11 is certainly no exception. In this episode two of our very own first responders, Sam and Nick, sit down to reflect on one of the most tragic days in American history. They discuss the gravity of that event and the lasting effects we can still see in the first responder community over two decades later. Sam and Nick talk about what it is like being on that red line today, the truthfulness of the jo...
Ep. 158 "Prepared For All" | Todd Sellon & Sam Thrash
September 04, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBThe new bows are in, and our Fall Obsession crew has been flinging arrows in preparation for deer season 2023! In this episode Sam and Todd sit down to talk archery, starting off with their new Elite Omnia's! From the second they came out of the box, these bows were poised for accuracy and deadliness. In this discussion, we talk the pros and cons of the new bows, today's technology in the archery industry, arrows, bow tuning, deer hunting, and more! Todd is also our Staff Manager at Fall...
Ep. 157 "The Best in the Midwest" | Michael Tepe & Sam Thrash
August 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBWhitetail Season is right around the corner, and no better person to catch up with than our very own Staffer Michael Tepe! Michael manages multiple whitetail properties in Michigan and Indiana, and is the host of our "Midwest Mindset" show on CarbonTV. Michael and Sam talk habitat management in this episode; covering a multitude of topics from summer food plots, setups, property improvement, whitetail behavior and much more! Texas whitetails and hog hunting on Sam's home turf also comes u...
Ep. 156 "How Far Can You Shoot?" | Mike Behrens & Sam Thrash
August 07, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBWe're back for another deep archery conversation between guest Mike Behrens and show host Sam! This time, the conversation stems from a simple question; how far can you shoot your bow? Inspired by a third-party article in which the author stated they would never take a shot from more than 30 yards on a live animal, Sam and Mike dive in to discuss the topic; bringing to light many variables that should be considered when determining the proper distance from which to release an arrow. The t...
Ep. 155 "A Voice for Radio" | Outdoors Dan & Sam Thrash
July 31, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBSam is joined by Outdoors Dan from The Outdoor Call Radio Show & Respect the Game TV! Dan has been in the hunting and outdoor industry for many years, and has certainly seen first hand how things have evolved over time. Despite an ever changing industry, two things have remained consistent; Dan's love for hunting and radio. Dan talks about his roots in radio and how it didn't take long to merge his two passions into an outdoor radio show. Dan tells us the origins of The Outdoor Call Radio...
Ep. 154 "Soul Seekers" | Johnny Mack & Sam Thrash
July 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB"You never know what spark is going to ignite a soul!" Our guest this week is Johnny Mack from Soul Seekers! Johnny has hit the ground running the past few years with his new and growing outdoor brand and a simple mission; Mentorship is Conservation. Johnny shares with us his passionate and unique journey, going from someone who had never hunted to an obsessed Washington Backcountry hunter, and now a resident of the great state of Texas! A journey with many hurdles and learning experienc...
Ep. 153 "Archery Life" | Mike Behrens & Sam Thrash
June 26, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBSam is back with guest Mike Behrens this week for one of our all time favorite topics... archery! Mike is a quick up-and-comer to bow hunting, while Sam has a few more seasons and some tech experience under his belt. The two team up and dive in deep to talk bow setups, arrow builds, sights and other accessories, and more! Sam brings our focus to where he believes every archer's mindset should be in the summer, and that is out shooting your bow preparing for fall. This is great conversati...
Ep. 152 "A Life in Outdoor Media" | RJ Cianciarulo, Aubrey Miller & Sam Thrash
June 19, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBOur guests this week are RJ Cianciarulo and Aubrey Miller from Content King Media! RJ has grown up in the hunting industry, learning the ins and outs from his parents (Ralph & Vicki) as he goes. Now accompanied by Aubrey, the two make up a big piece of the dream team behind Content King, and shows like "Archers Choice", "The Choice" and more! RJ and Aubrey share with us their journey and the ever evolving task of keeping up with the trends of social media, as well as keeping their own hun...
Ep. 151 "Big, Mature Whitetails" | Emily Schaad & Sam Thrash
May 30, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThe recipe for tagging big, mature whitetails year after year is a hard one to crack. It takes patience, consistency, discipline and a little bit of luck to bring it all together, and Emily Schaad is no stranger to any of that. Emily has been hunting big Ohio whitetails for years, mostly off of permission pieces and now her own recent land acquisition only adds to her future opportunities. Emily talks with us about her mindset behind hunting big deer, what makes a mature buck, scouting st...
Ep. 150 "The Theory of Camouflage" | Mike Behrens & Sam Thrash
May 15, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBWhat is a good camo pattern? Is there such a thing as a bad one? "The Theory of Camouflage" sums up the general topic we're seeking to break down in this week's episode. Joined once again by special guest and military veteran Mike Behrens, podcast host Sam leads detailed conversation over the very important, yet sometimes overlooked topic of concealment and stealth. The two talk about general camo patterns and the importance of shade, color and shape over leaf, grass and tree. They talk...
Ep. 149 "Hunting is Conservation" | Mike Behrens & Sam Thrash
May 08, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBAre you paying attention? Do you keep up with the "political landscape" as it relates to hunting, fishing and the outdoors? Politics has always been something podcast host Sam Thrash tries to steer clear of while on-the-air, but in this episode we get him to crack that door open a little bit. Mike Behrens is this week's guest, and he and Sam dive in deep covering some current events that "could" impact hunters under certain circumstances. This rich conversation continues to discuss the p...
Ep. 148 "Double Up on Day 1" | Michael & Sydney Tepe & Sam Thrash
May 01, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBThunderchicken's are dropping, and the Tepe's made quick work of their season! Michael an his wife Sydney join us this week to recap their stellar start to the year. With access to multiple different properties in their area, it was only a matter of time before they got on a bird. But for a family of 5, a sudden change in babysitter plans can mess up a hunting plan. Nevertheless, they adjusted, and the results spoke for themselves. We also catch up with Sydney and learn more about her b...
Ep. 147 "April Fool's Opener" | Kendra DeBerry, Todd Sellon & Sam Thrash
April 10, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBTurkey season is here! And man did it start off with a bang! A couple of them actually. We catch up with Todd after his trip to the Southeast for the GA turkey opener with Staffer Kendra DeBerry. The two teamed up in this year's Turkey Hunt Competition, and kicked things off with some bad weather and aggressive tactics. Kendra's tenure as a turkey hunter and experienced caller turned their luck for the better, and it wasn't long before Todd was looking at a respectable gobbler! The sto...
Ep. 146 "Talking Texas" | Outdoors Dan & Sam Thrash
March 27, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBThis podcast features Sam back on 1350 ESPN with Outdoors Dan and The Outdoor Call Radio Show! Sam joins Dan as one of his weekend guests again to talk some Texas Hunting! Sam and Dan discuss turkey hunting, off-season prep, hog hunting and the damages caused by feral hogs, Fall Obsession's 2023 Turkey Hunt Competition, and more! This is a great short episode, and we are thankful for our partnership with Outdoors Dan and The Outdoor Call Radio! For more hunting & outdoor content, visit h...
Ep. 145 "Game Plan" | Andy Meeks, Todd Sellon, Sam Thrash & Nick Powell
March 20, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBOur crew had one heck of a season last year, and we're gearing up for an even better one! Fall Obsession Production Director Nick Powell sits down with Andy, Todd and Sam to talk about their hunting plans and schedules for the 2023 seasons; yet the conversation goes many places with this fun group! They talk hunting feral hogs (and Bigfoot), waterfowl and sandhill crane hunting, deer hunting, and dream hunts; not excluding the highly coveted Alaskan Caribou hunt! This is an extremely fun a...
Ep. 144 "Texas Sandhill Crane Part 2" | Andy Meeks, Kessler Fisher, Todd Sellon & Sam Thrash
March 13, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBWe're back with the second half of the crew from crane camp for Part 2 of our Texas Sandhill Crane series! Andy and Kess join Todd and Sam this week to share their thoughts and experiences from the incredible weekend in Texas last December! They talk about where the original interest for this trip stemmed from, the incredible differences in hunting crane compared to other waterfowl, funny stories, favorite memories, and more! It's always a fun time with the crew, and this episode is no ex...
Ep. 143 "2023 Colorado Hunt Planner" | Tim Berges & Sam Thrash
March 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBPutting in for a Colorado Big Game Tag can be overwhelming; which is why we're grateful to have our Western Staff Coordinator Tim Berges on board. Tim is very well versed in the CPW rules and regs, and studies them diligently every year. Tim joins us this week to help break down the complex system, and give us the need to know information around draw applications. Tim breaks down the details around Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail, Pronghorn, Moose, Mountain Goat, Rocky Mountain Big Horn, and mo...
Ep. 142 "All Things Bird Hunting" | Andy Meeks, Todd Sellon & Drew Tvrdik
February 27, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBOur Mid-West team continues to dish out some legit episodes! For this conversation, Todd made the trip to Minnesota to sit down in person with Andy and podcast host Drew. Their conversation revolves around bird hunting, and not just one kind of bird hunting; any and all kinds! They talk waterfowl, the upcoming 2023 Fall Obsession snow goose hunt, upland game and their pheasant hunting efforts in MN, and even a little spring turkey talk! Tune in for the funny stories, hunt talk, tips and ...
Ep. 141 "Texas Sandhill Crane Part 1" | Todd Sellon, Tyler Wolf, Delaney Pfeiffer & Sam Thrash
February 13, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBSandhill Crane in west Texas is on many hunter's bucket lists; and our Fall Obsession crew is no exception to that! Half of our 2022 Sandhill Crane crew joins us this week to recap one of their most incredible experiences. Todd, Delaney and Tyler put the hurt on some Texas dinosaurs real quick, fast and in a hurry last December! The crew recaps their unbelievable experience, talking about the differences between hunting sandhill crane compared to other waterfowl, and more. As always, a F...
Ep. 140 "The Mental Game Part 2" | Todd Sellon, Michael Tepe, Nick Powell & Sam Thrash
February 06, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MBWe are back for part 2 of last week's conversation; "The Mental Game". Our crew returns to talk archery, bow hunting, target practice, hunt prep, gear, and knowing your limits as an archer and hunter. The conversation picks up where last episode's ended, and Todd, Michael, Nick and Sam dive into the intricacies of off-season prep, and other things such as the differences between what you're capable of in practice, versus what you're prepared to do in the woods. Part 2 of "The Mental Game"...
Ep. 139 "The Mental Game Part 1" | Todd Sellon, Michael Tepe, Nick Powell & Sam Thrash
January 30, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBIt's more than a stick and a string. It's more than the best bow, arrows, accessories or gear you can buy. It's discipline, consistency, dedication and repetition. We put together an awesome roster for this week's podcast, with each individual coming from a unique hunting and archery background. Yet all striving to for the same goal; to be the best archer they can be. In part 1, the team talks about the mental game behind archery and bow hunting, mental blocks and obstacles they've each...
Ep. 138 "The Farm" | Tim Berges & Sam Thrash
January 23, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBOur Western Regional Staff Coordinator Tim Berges joins Sam for this week's podcast. Tim has grown up hunting the family farm in Colorado, and so did his father before him. Tim shares with us the intricacies of the land, farming and wildlife management strategies, and deer & pheasant hunting tactics. Tim is well educated on Colorado tags and draw applications, and informs us of some potential new and upcoming changes to some OTC tags. Finally, Tim and Sam talk about what you can do to jo...
Ep. 137 "The Challenge" | Kim Sullivan & Sam Thrash
January 16, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBManaging your own whitetail property is a lot of work, yet very rewarding if you do it right. But what if you had to completely restart after years of hard work? That's exactly what this week's guest Kim Sullivan had to do. An off-season move from one town to another caused her to have to restart her whitetail property management journey, and it was nothing short of a challenge. Kim dove in head first on her new place scouting, gathering intel, and strategizing her season. It wasn't lon...
Ep. 136 "First Year For Everything" | Mike Behrens & Sam Thrash
January 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWe pride ourselves in finding guests whose stories may not have been told otherwise, and this episode is no exception. Mike Behrens is a military veteran, and one of the most down to earth blue-collar individuals you will ever meet. Until the 2022 season, Mike had never deer hunted. And he dove right in to the deep end; hunting 2 properties (one of them his own) and learning by trial and error how to play the cat and mouse game with some giant North Texas whitetails. As if that wasn't en...
Ep. 135 "Year In Review" | Mark Thrash & Sam Thrash
January 02, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBThe season is coming to an end, and we join Sam and his dad, Mark in deer camp once again to ring in 2023! Sam still has a buck tag to punch, and a target buck in mind, while his dad has tagged out! Mark shares with us the summary of his season, including the mature buck he took during the final week. The two guys dive into some of the greatest takeaways from year 2 on Texas Dirt, and cover their developing big plans to continue this whitetail management journey in 2023. This is our last...