Fall Obsession Podcast

The Yukon is one of the most rugged, natural and vast wildernesses we have today on this planet, and one man stands out amongst all others as someone who not only takes on the challenges of these wildlands, but considers it a privilege and honor to live there, to connect with the land and to steward its wildlife.  The one and only Jim Shockey is our guest this week on Fall Obsession Podcast.  For decades Jim has been known for emba...

From day one, Aaron Davidson has been engineering more than just rifles.  He has been refining and perfecting long range hunting and shooting rifle.  Aaron joins us for this episode to talk about the journey and development of his company, Gunwerks.  In two decades, Aaron and his Gunwerks team have revolutionized the long range shooting experience through their innovative ambitions, bringing concepts to life and creating products t...

More information is readily available for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts than ever before.  An outdoorsman's ability to share their thoughts, express their opinions and likewise to learn from others has never been this easy.  It works both in our favor and against us.  In this episode, Sam sits down to share some more intentional and passionate discussion starters with us.  He talks about why hunters should be political and s...

Our friends from Vantage Point Archery return to the show this week, and they are here to talk everything ARCHERY!!!  Equipped with some new creations, products and ideas since we last spoke, the team at VPA is dedicated to engineering a quality American-Made product that is built to last for the every day hunter.  We talk about their broadheads, their development and testing process and some of the inspiration behind their new pro...

When we invited Michael Scrogan; host of The Hunting Stories Podcast on our show he had a special request.  He asked to have a "round table" conversation with some of our Fall Obsession team members and exchange hunting stories, hang out and just enjoy each other's company for an evening.  So, that's exactly what we did!  Michael, as a relatively new hunter himself shares a little about his journey and what insp...

In the midst of one of the greatest threats our North American public lands have ever faced, we are seeing hunters and outdoors men and women alike coming together and taking a stand against Utah Senator Mike Lee's greedy attempt to sell off what does not belong to him.  In a special episode release, we are joined by John Stallone from HOWL for Wildlife and Jesse Johnson; an avid public land owner to discuss this very issue.  ...

Sam is joined this week by two of our own Colorado Resident Hunters; Tim Berges and John Kesler to talk about some of the current hunting and conservation issues Colorado is facing right now.  There is a lot to unpack on this subject and in this episode, specifically 2025 hunting season expectations and game numbers, upcoming 2028 draw changes and what to do with your accrued points between now and then, the "Stop the Wolf&quo...

In an industry filled with podcasts and online creators it takes time, dedication, consistency and creativity to set yourself apart.  Add the highly sought after authenticity listeners and viewers seek, and you may just have yourself a pretty good show.  The Whitetail Advantage Podcast and host Brett Boven certainly encompass all of these things.  Brett joins us as a guest and we literally talk about pretty much everything!  A form...

They are not just safety glasses or "gas station glasses".  Since day 1 Wiley X has been building eyewear people truly enjoy wearing without sacrificing performance, protection or quality.  We are joined for this episode by Wiley X's North Texas Sales Rep Colin Beaty.  Colin is a veteran that didn't just find a job and career after his military service, but also a home and a family with Wiley X.  Colin talks abo...

Hunting and the Outdoors have been known to have a therapeutic impact on those who truly value and appreciate its power and significance.  But for some the events of life can continually encroach on natural God-given outlets, and some need assistance to help refocus and overcome challenges.  This week's podcast guest is Zack Butterfield; a therapist with a unique approach to mental health and helping his patients.  As the auth...

Hunting camp is where life-long friendships are formed, memories are made, stories are told and good times are had.  This year in Texas was no exception!  This episode joins Chad, Kess, Drew, Nick, Carter and Sam; the crew from Fall Obsession's 2025 Texas Turkey hunt as they recap an exceptional (and slightly warm) weekend chasing thunderchickens in the Lone Star State!  The guys talk about the highs and the lows, the challeng...

He's just a southern guy who loves hunting and the outdoors, but you may recognize him as one of the funniest and most relatable people on your social media feed.  Trent Ellis is our guest on this week's podcast, and we have one heck of a good time!  Trent is one of the most down-to-earth people you will ever find, and he shares with us his background and the journey that lead him to creating the online comedy videos and ...

It takes a lot of dedication, hard work and patience to make it in a saturated hunting industry filled with online content creators.  There are different avenues many follow during their own growth, and some are better than others.  This week our host Sam dives into the mindset of a Brand Ambassador in the outdoor industry.  The key takeaways from this episode include setting you and/or your brand apart, developing and cultivating ...

Our guest this week is Josh McKenzie, the host of the Caribou Media Outdoors Podcast!  Josh is an adult-onset hunter and an avid outdoorsman whose passion for hunting hit heavy and fast around 7 years ago!  In the current world of social media, it did not take long for Josh to begin sharing his passion and educational experiences with others online and through YouTube.  The Caribou Media Outdoors brand then began to take shape, lea...

This week's podcast is as good as they come!  Sam is joined by two of our own, Andy Meeks and Todd Sellon as they recap their recent Snow Goose hunt in North Dakota.  These guys have a passion for waterfowl, and love sharing their stories and experiences from the field.  Todd and Andy talk about their setups, migration, and some of their less-proud moments which always make for a good laugh.  This is a tight group of guys who ...

This week Sam sits down to give listeners a look behind the curtain of the podcast during the spring of 2025.  He talks about the recent "conservation crusade" that has been front and center of the podcast in recent episodes, and some of the key topics listeners should take away from it.  Sam talks about some of the personal challenges and accomplishments he and his family have faced recently in their personal lives, and ...

This week's guest is John Kesler; a hard-working, avid outdoorsman just like the rest of us!  He is a full-time hunting and fishing guide in the great state of Colorado and has a degree in wildlife biology with his previous background including having worked for the CPW in his earlier years.  As a resident hunter in Colorado, John actually found us through a TikTok comment on one of our reels which lead to a healthy discussion...

The term "wildlife conservation" encompasses so many different species of animals.  Mountain Goats are included in that, and may be considered a coveted or once-in-a-lifetime hunting experience for some folks.  But what you may not realize is Mountain Goats do not always get the focus they deserve when it comes to normal conservation efforts and funding.  That's where the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance does their work....

Every hunt has a story, a memory and special moments that are forever in our minds.  Taxidermy often helps us memorialize the animal and pay respect to our kill, while photos can also help us cherish and remember those significant moments in the woods.  This week our guest is Dylan Carlson from Trophy Edits.  Dylan and his team work very hard to help hunters, outdoors men and women, outfitters and others enhance and forever commemo...