Fall Obsession Podcast

What happens when mountain lions become a much bigger conversation about the future of hunting in Texas? In this episode of Fall Obsession Podcast, Sam sits down with Jeremy Harrison, founder of the West Texas Big Bobcat Contest and a longtime advocate for predator hunting and predator control in Texas.

Jeremy shares the story behind his battle surrounding predator hunting contests, his experiences with animal-rights activists, and ...

The outdoor industry is growing faster than ever. More creators, influencers, podcasts, brands, and voices are entering the space every day. And while that growth is exciting, it also raises an important question: What kind of industry are we building?

In this solo episode of Fall Obsession Podcast, Sam takes a look at the two very different sides of the outdoor industry. On one side are the people who believe in community—tho...

On this episode of Fall Obsession Podcast, Sam sits down with Casey Chamberlin from Baseline Maps, one of the rapidly growing mapping apps making waves in the fishing and hunting community. Casey shares the story behind Baseline Maps, how the app has grown, and what makes the community surrounding it so unique. They dive into the vision behind the platform, the constant evolution of the app, and Casey’s hands-on approach to l...

Jesse Johnson is back on Fall Obsession Podcast, and this time we're talking traditional bowhunting, a hard-earned black bear redemption hunt in Canada, hunting ethics, conservation, family, and what it really means to be a hunter. Jesse shares the story of returning to Canada after a previous unsuccessful bear hunt and finally punching his tag with a traditional bow. But this hunt was about much more than putting a bear on the gro...

What does it take to turn your ground into a productive whitetail habitat? In this episode we are joined by Brett Smith from Whitetail Land Management Services. Brett breaks down the fundamentals of whitetail habitat, from bedding and food sources to access, hunting pressure, timber management, and everything in between. We talk about the biggest mistakes landowners and hunters make, tactics and strategies for hunting mature bucks,...

This week we're joined by Kayla Harrod (@fit2hunt_kh) for an honest conversation about life, hunting, and navigating the outdoor industry as an authentic creator. Kayla shares how she found her way into hunting, the experiences that shaped her passion for the outdoors, and what it's really like balancing family, content creation, and life beyond social media. We also dive into the realities of being a female influencer in the hunti...

This week we're joined by outdoor content creator Gabe Robinson for a conversation that goes far beyond hunting. Gabe shares how his Christian faith has shaped his life, his approach to the outdoors, and the way he creates authentic content in an online industry that often pushes influence over purpose. We dive into Gabe's unique journey into archery, starting later in life and teaching himself the craft from the ground up. From ov...

In this episode of the Fall Obsession Podcast, we sit down with Morgan King to talk about her life built around the outdoors. From growing up with Southern Alabama roots to embracing the western lifestyle, Morgan shares how the outdoors and hunting have shaped who she is. We dive into chasing whitetails in both Alabama and Texas, we discuss what drew her to archery and we relive the excitement of her hunting adventures, including c...

This week we are joined by Tony Fazzino, the owner of Ambush Snack Bags on Fall Obsession Podcast!  Tony is an every day hunter and outdoorsman just like the rest  of us who had an idea for a simple product that could change the in-hunt experience for others.  That idea turned into the Ambush Snack Bag!  Tony join us to talk more than just his brand and product, but also public land hunting, big game hunting, sh...

Mountain lions are recently one of the more debated predators in Texas, and few people have spent as much time observing them on the ground as this week's guest, Brandt Buchanan.  For the past decade, Brandt has closely monitored mountain lion activity while managing ranches in west Texas, giving him a unique perspective on their behavior, distribution, and impact on wildlife.  In this episode, we discuss his experience w...

Want to know what it takes to tag a true giant in the Alaskan backcountry?  This week on the Fall Obsession Podcast, we're joined by Alaska big game guide Justin Bunting as he shares the unforgettable story behind his personal 75-inch Boone & Crockett bull moose.  From years of experience navigating the rugged backcountry to bringing it all together on a once-in-a-lifetime bull, Justin takes us through every step of t...

This week on the Fall Obsession Podcast, we're joined by Heidi Stout—huntress, outdoor advocate, founder of The Light Ranch, host of From the Ashes Podcast and someone whose personal journey has been shaped by faith, resilience, and a deep connection to the outdoors. In this episode Heidi shares her story, from her introduction to hunting and the outdoors to the struggles and experiences that have influenced her passion for h...

There are plenty of Conservation issues earning local and national spotlights, but what is happening right now behind the curtain in Texas may not be discussed enough.  Sam returns for a live solo show with a lot on the agenda.  Often covering conservation topics in other States, he takes this opportunity to share a concerning look behind the curtain in his home State of Texas.  While both residents and non-residents...

Trail cameras have come a long way from checking SD cards on your laptop. Today, hunters can receive real-time images from the woods, track deer movement from anywhere, and make decisions based on more information than ever before. In this episode, Sam sits down with Gregg Farrell - Vice President of Brand & Marketing at Tactacam. Gregg shares the story behind one of the most recognized brands in the hunting industry, how Tacta...

Michigan’s deer hunting landscape is changing in a big way, and this episode breaks it all down. We’re joined by Michigan residents Brandon Ostrowski and Todd Sellon to discuss Michigan’s new “One-Buck Rule,” the controversy surrounding it, and what it could mean for hunters across the state. We also dive into the recent changes to Michigan’s rifle line law, how those updates may impact safety, h...

For this episode we are joined by Eric Clark from the Okayest Hunter crew!  Eric has been a part of building an outdoor brand based on overcoming stereotypes, making it "okay" to hunt the way you want to hunt and having a healthy stewardship over our wildlife and habitats.  Our conversation covers a lot of ground to include social media misconceptions about hunting, public land hunting, conservation, the overall popularit...

We are back on the Wildlife Conservation Battlefield for this episode with one of our own team members, Colorado Resident John Kesler.  Colorado is continually in the spotlight when it comes to hunter's rights, extreme anti-hunting agendas and frequent attacks on science based wildlife management.  Once again, new actions are coming down the pipe in Colorado to include several that would be a continuation of current anti-...

People who are passionate about something stand out.  Very few are passionate about a multitude of things like Joy Van Wyngarden and able to effectively share all of them with the world.  The nickname "Joy of all trades" accurately sums up the extent of Joy's interests consisting of farming, agriculture, hunting, fishing, holistic health, fitness and conservation.  And we talk nearly ALL of it on Fall Obsession Podca...

We've never seen anyone get as fired up as Lawson McKee for Spring Turkey season!  Lawson joins us on the show this week to share his contagious passion!  We talk hunting experiences, bird behavior, hunting strategies, getting youth involved in turkey hunting, and much more!  Lawson is a master caller, and every year he calls in dozens of birds for other hunters.  He speaks their language and understands a turke...