The Typical Sportsman

Remember the good ol’ days when you’d go hang out at the bow shop just to TALK?

Before social media, the bow shop was where you debated arrow setups, argued over broadheads, heard about the newest gear, talked smack about other bows, and—most importantly—swapped stories.

Dylan is joined by Bryan Dickess from Mike’s Archery for some good old-fashioned SHOP TALK!

From favorite bows and worst misses to ch...

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Dylan is joined by Nick Campbell, founder of Fletched, to break down one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of bowhunting: your arrow setup.

From arrow weight and speed to FOC, penetration, trajectory, and overall arrow performance, Fletched can give you a detailed look at your arrow’s ballistics and help you determine the setup that makes the most sense for your bow and the animal you...

How did the fishing industry become what we know it as today? 

Dylan is joined by Patrick Marbury of Rebel Lures to dive into the pioneering history of one of fishing’s most influential lure brands.

Rebel played a major role in bringing mass-produced, affordable, and accessible fishing lures to anglers everywhere—helping shape the fishing industry we know today.

And they’re not done pioneering.

Today, Rebel c...

What actually happens when a species is listed as threatened or endangered? Who makes those decisions? And what does wildlife law mean for hunters and conservation?

Dylan sits down with wildlife law attorney Mike Oropallo and Pope & Young Executive Director Justin Spring for a deep dive into the laws, policies, and international agreements that shape wildlife conservation in the United States and around the world.

This conversa...

Dylan sits down with three passionate women hunters—Courtney Kaufmann, Meghan Krohn, and Raegan Cox—to talk about their journey into the outdoors, the misconceptions surrounding women in hunting, and why more women are embracing the hunting lifestyle than ever before.

From building confidence in the field to finding mentors, overcoming challenges, and sharing unforgettable hunting experiences, this conversation offers a...

Buying the right hunting boots can be one of the best investments you’ll ever make—but choosing the wrong pair can ruin a hunt.

Dylan is joined by Jon Willis of Crispi Boots for the ultimate hunting boot buying guide. Whether you’re chasing whitetails, elk, or sheep in the mountains, this episode covers everything you need to know before spending your money.

If you’re shopping for hunting boots, don’t ...

What’s it like chasing world-record animals with a bow?

Dylan sits down with Allen Bolen, an unapologetic trophy hunter whose passion is pursuing the biggest animals on the planet. While most hunters would be thrilled with a mature buck or bull, Allen is willing to pass incredible animals in pursuit of true giants—potential world records.

In this episode, Allen shares the mindset, discipline, and patience it takes to ch...

Is this the most DANGEROUS hunter on earth? 

Dylan is joined by Tim Wells to hear about some of his closest encounters, scariest moments, and heart pumping stories. 

From being trampled by a water buffalo, staring into the eyes of a black mamba, spearing grizzly bears, and chasing down big game with a blow gun, Tim has some of the wildest moments. 

There aren’t many podcast episodes that’ll have you on th...

Does FOC really matter? Is higher FOC always better? Do heavier arrows outperform lighter arrows? Or has the archery world been chasing myths?

In this episode, Dylan sits down with Troy Fowler (The Ranch Fairy) for an in-depth conversation backed by real testing and real data. Together they break down what actually matters when building hunting arrows, how FOC affects arrow flight and penetration, and whether chasing extreme FOC is...

Want to grow bigger bucks and create a better deer property? This episode is for you.

Dylan sits down with Jared Mills to break down the summer habitat work that can completely change your hunting season this fall.

Managing deer isn’t something that starts a few weeks before opening day—it’s a year-round process. Jared shares the habitat improvements that provide the biggest return on your time and money, the mist...

Want to catch bigger bass more often? This episode is for you.

Dylan sits down with professional fisherman Glenn Walker for a deep dive into tournament-level bass fishing strategy, fish behavior, and how to consistently find and catch more fish.

Glenn shares his journey into becoming a competitive bass fisherman and breaks down the lessons he’s learned from years on the water.

In this episode, we cover: • How Glenn got starte...

The love story that leads to a backcountry elk hunt PROPOSAL! 

Dylan sits down with Ken Reece and Megan DiPerna to talk about their journey into hunting together. From Megan’s introduction to hunting, to the challenges of learning new skills, to the adventures and memories they’ve built along the way, this episode is packed with stories from the field.

The conversation culminates with Ken sharing the unforgettable ...

Javier Cantu, one of Mexico’s rising Olympic archers, joins Dylan in spring bear camp to talk about competing against some of the world’s best at a remarkably young age.

From the pressure of international competition to the culture of Olympic archery in Mexico, Javi shares what it’s really like pursuing excellence on the world stage. If you’ve ever wondered what Olympic archery looks like south of the border...

Dylan sits down with Waylon and Devon Herzig of Ace Outfitters from spring bear camp in Idaho to discuss what it takes to run a successful family-owned outfitting business and why that matters to their clients.

The conversation dives deep into proven spring bear hunting tactics, including baiting strategies, running hounds, locating mature boars, and the lessons they’ve learned from years of guiding bear hunters in the mounta...

Dylan is joined by Darrell Gogert, owner of Velvet Antler Technologies, to talk all things spring trophy care and how to properly care for your hard-earned kill in the field.

The two also dive into something the outdoor industry desperately needs more of — supporting the companies and people working to make hunting better instead of tearing them down over personal preferences or brand loyalty.

If a company is investing in hun...

Dylan sits down with Kevin Strong, SVP of Sales at Blocker Outdoors, to break down the development of Finisher — a complete turkey hunting system built FOR turkey hunters, BY turkey hunters.

What actually matters in turkey gear? What features do most hunters overlook? What’s worth spending money on… and what isn’t?

From mobility and comfort, to concealment and setup, this episode dives deep into what separa...

Dylan is joined by Ryan Colburn, owner of Mod Archery. Mod Archery is creating highly innovative tools that make building arrows at home easier and more accessible than ever.

From improving arrow performance to simplifying the entire process, Ryan breaks down how anyone can build better arrows without breaking the bank.

Tune in to hear about Mod Archery’s latest products and get a full rundown on how to build the best arrows&...