What happens when a military targeting specialist applies high-level intelligence gathering to hunting? Bill Thompson, founder of Spartan Forge, joins us for a mind-blowing conversation about how military-grade AI, LiDAR, and historical data are revolutionizing the way hunters, researchers, and even amateur archaeologists interact with the natural world.
We dive deep into:
- How military intelligence cycles inspired Spartan Forge
- The game-changing power of LiDAR and ground-penetrating radar
- Discovering lost Native American camps with technology
- The forgotten art of primitive survival skills
- The addiction trap vs self-reliance and holistic longevity
- Bill's powerful personal story of escaping addiction and finding purpose through service
Whether you're into hunting, outdoor adventure, ancient civilizations, self-reliance, or the intersection of cutting-edge tech and primitive skills, this episode will blow your mind.
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