
Bowjunky archery podcast
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NEW ATA President Matt Kormann
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by new ATA President Matt Kormann to talk about the journey that has lead him here including being an "Archery parent" to an up and coming tournament archer. Greg & Matt discuss a few ideas on how tournament archery plays a role in the overall industry and what issues he thinks the industry faces moving forward. Matt also talks about his plans for balancing his new position with his daughters archery/school schedule while learning the ins & outs of his own shooting/hunting growth.

Yukon adventures with Lee Lakosky
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by host of the Crush TV's Lee Lakosky to discuss his 6 weeks run which started in Utah where he harvested a 200" Mule deer then found him in the Yukon hunting Sheep. Lee then went to Alberta, New Mexico, Utah and Colorado. Lee has had the best Elk hunting year of his career. Greg & Lee also discuss the logistical & Scheduling that is needed to keep The Crush TV crew rolling along as they travel from Canada to New Mexico and all over in their Bus with 2 kids in tow. Lee also talks about his passion for this sport and what keeps him motivated.

Steve "Big Cat" Anderson
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by friend of the program and National Champion archer Steve "Big Cat" Anderson to discuss how he found himself working in the archery industry and the journey that has taken him to a Pro Staff manager/Marketing position at the world largest Arrow manufacture. Greg & Steve also talk practice routines, shoot schedule and how Steve manages stress under championship level pressure.

Braden Gellenthien & Danny McCarthy talk TRX 38
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Braden Gellenthien and Danny McCarthy to talk about the NEW Mathews TRX 38. Braden & Danny discuss the Top Hat system, Arrow rest location, Stabilization and their preferred tuning methods.

World Champion Stephan Hansen
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by World champion archer Stephan Hansen from Denmark. Greg & Stephan discuss his amazing year shooting around the globe which resulted in his being ranked the #1 FITA shooter in the world. The guys also get into how Stephan got into the sport and how his father has played a role in his success. Stephan also discusses some of his tuning methods and how he sets up a new bow.

World Champion Stephan Hansen
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by World champion archer Stephan Hansen from Denmark. Greg & Stephan discuss his amazing year shooting around the globe which resulted in his being ranked the #1 FITA shooter in the world. The guys also get into how Stephan got into the sport and how his father has played a role in his success. Stephan also discusses some of his tuning methods and how he sets up a new bow.

Archery Parenting 101
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Archery mom and host of the FB page "This Archery Parent's journey" Dawne Clayton. Greg and Dawne discuss the challenges facing parents of talented young kids in sports today from the pressure to perform, coaching decisions and of course the cost of traveling to over 20 events per year. Dawne also discusses how to recognize when your child is in need of a break, physical maintenance and of course how she manages to not get in the way of her own child's success.

WC Finals Champion Braden Gellenthien
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by the 2017 World Cup Finals Men's Compound GOLD medal winner Braden Gellenthien to discuss his amazing World Cup run this year culminating in a victory at the finals in Rome! Greg & Braden also discuss his favorite release, arrow set up and how switching from the Mathews TRX 8 to the X-Comp was just the thing he needed outdoors. The guys also discuss Braden's training philosophy and how his mental game has matured over the years.

ATA Chairman Ben Summers
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by ATA Chairman of the Board Ben Summers to discuss the new "Fake Product" stance of the ATA. Greg & Ben also discuss the Deer attractant ATA verification to help reduce the spread of CWD and how the ATA continues to work to protect the manufactures. They guys also discuss possible ATA actions to address FET violators and how companies that do not pay the Tax are hurting the industry and conservation in the US.

The REAL Dave Cousins
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by back to back NFAA Outdoor nationals champion and longtime professional archer Dave Cousins. Greg and Dave discuss how his career got started and what pushed him to become a world champion. Dave also gives us his thoughts on working in the Archery Industry and what he recommends for up and coming archers looking to break through. We also discuss the Mental game and get into Dave's gear to discuss Release options, Stabilization, bow geometry and the Carbon Express Nano Pro RZ arrow he has been shooting this year.

NFAA Rule changes with Chuck Cooley
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by NFAA Pro chair Chuck Cooley to discuss the new NFAA rule changes including new Pro qualifications, Pro dues and the NFAA going from 116 to 74 total classes.

OPA Champion Jesse Broadwater
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by the 2017 OPA winner Jesse Broadwater to discuss his win at the OPA and discuss his strategy headed into the event after taking 2nd last year. Greg & Jesse also get into his decision to switch to the TRX 7 instead of the 8 and the extensive arrow testing process he went through this year. The guys also get into Jesse's bow transition and form changes this year and how he has worked through them while staying highly competitive.

Levi Morgan OPA & IBO Triple Crown
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by OPA owner Levi Morgan to discuss the event and what he has planned for the future in addition to potential expansion and growth including more events. Greg & Levi also discuss his winning the 7th IBO triple crown of his career and how he stays motivated to perform at the highest level.

Lee Lakosky talks food plots
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by host of The Crush with Lee & Tiffany Lakosky and Professional Hunter Lee Lakosky to talk about his food plot preparation and what it takes to make any piece of property grow and keep deer year round. Lee also talks about how he is working to prevent CWD on his farms and the new method he intends to use.

NFAA Pro chair Chuck Cooley
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by NFAA Pro chair Chuck Cooley to discuss the NFAA Planning meeting that will take place the day after Outdoor nationals in Yankton SD and the Pro agenda items that will be presented. Greg & Chuck also discuss Chucks Independence day weekend at the Warrior games in Chicago where he MC'd the Archery event for disabled veterans. The continued growth of Safari events (Marked yardage with Orange aiming references) like Redding and the OPA come up with Chuck planning to attend the 1st New England Trail Shoot in a couple weeks.

Aron Snyder talks knock off products
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Kifaru International & Gritty Bowmen's Aron Snyder to discuss knock off products and how they effect the industry and legitimate businesses. Greg & Aron also discuss the ATA finally addressing knock off products & MAP violators. The guys also discuss FET violators and how companies are forced to deal with these issues on a daily basis in addition to how the end user plays a role in the continued availability of some knock offs.

Dominant Women's Pro Paige Gore
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by the most dominant outdoor Women's pro in America Paige Gore. Greg & Paige discuss how she grew up in the sport and what she had to go through growing up to learn how to compete at the highest level possible regardless of who she was shooting against. Paige's amazing run of 4 Redding wins in a row, OPA, FITA and what she has done to put herself in the position she has after shooting on the West coast for her entire life. Paige also goes through her equipment and some of the very unique things she does with her form, how she sights in and the incredibly complicated process she goes through to shoot 100 yards.

ASA Champion Danny McCarthy
BJM's Greg poole is joined by back to back ASA champion Dan McCarthy to discuss his success this year after recovering from a severe shoulder injury. Greg and Dan also discuss his 14 to win the London KY event and whether he had any other options, 3D strategy including judging in dark to light conditions, course management and the increasing upper 12 strategy being used by several 3D pros.

Archers Association of America founders Jake & Heather Kaminski
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Jake & Heather Kaminski the founders of the Archers Association of America. The Association is NOT a shooting organization. Its a service where members receive great discounts on flights, Hotels, rental cars, food, entertainment and of course Archery equipment!! All personnel involved with the service are ARCHERS! This will be a service EVERYONE looking to save money while traveling to Archery events, work trips or leisure will want to have!

Brian "Pigman" Quaca
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Brian "Pigman" Quaca to discuss his recent video where he acknowledged he unknowingly purchased the wrong license and how he took 100% responsibility. Greg & Brian also talk about his future in the industry and what his plans are moving forward.

Jim Shockey
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Professional Hunter, Conservationist, hunting guide, TV personality and businessman Jim Shockey to discuss his upcoming hunting season and the Park project he is putting together in Somalia. Greg and Jim also discuss how Jim stays in such incredible shape at nearly 60 years young and how a disciplined diet, work out and Mtn,Ops supplement program keep him in the shape he needs to be in for the amazing areas he frequently hunts.

Ted Nugent
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Legendary Rock Star, 2A defender and lifetime Archer Ted Nugent to discuss his recent visit to the White House to hang out with President Donald J Trump. Greg & Ted also discuss the upcoming NRA convention where the President will be speaking for the first time since Ronald Reagan and how the new administration is working to conserve and rebuild the outdoor & Hunting lifestyle. Ted also discussed going back on tour with his band this summer.

Bow Life TV's Levi Morgan
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by world champion archer and host of Bow Life TV Levi Morgan to discuss his first 3D win since returning to Mathews inc. Greg and Levi also discuss what it takes to get into the outdoor Industry and some of the typical pitfalls people find along the way. Levi also gives some very insightful pointers of how to make it the industry and also becoming a sponsored shooter and why companies do or don't offer sponsorship.

Fear No Evil's Chris Brackett
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Fear No Evil host Chris Brackett to discuss his decision to attend the ASA to shoot and compete in the Known Pro class while filming an Archery documentary. Greg & Chris talk about his preparation leading up to the event and what he learned after a rough weekend on the course.

Hunt Masters Gregg Ritz
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by legendary outdoorsman, business man and host of Hunt Masters Gregg Ritz to discuss Whitetail hunting strategy including shed hunting, Trail cameras and food plots. Gregg also discusses how he worked his way up in the industry after college from working midnight shift for $6 an hour to being one of the most successful Hunters in the industry. Greg & Gregg also discuss physical fitness and what led Gregg to take part in a competition to be on the cover of Mens Health magazine.

Aron Snyder on Hunting season prep
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Kifaru International & The Gritty Bowmen's Aron Snyder to discuss hunting season, Hiking, Backpacking and year round cardio health and preparedness in addition to Aron explaining what he packs on 3, 5 and extended stay hunts. Greg & Aron also get into shooting a hinge and the archery progression of Mr, Brian Call.

Olympian Jake Kaminski's new Book
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Olympian Jake Kaminski to discuss his new book called "Training for Archery".

ASA Recap & NFAA indoor nats with Chuck Cooley
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by NFAA Pro chair Chuck Cooley to discuss the up coming NFAA indoor nationals, Pro issues, Pro ams, Practice with the Pros and also recap last weekends ASA.

The "Big Cat" Steve Anderson
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by none other then The "Big Cat" Steve Anderson to discuss his Vegas/WI experience and how his training regime has stepped up with outdoors coming. Greg & Steve also discuss once again... Compounds in the Olympics and what it will actually take for archery to get the attention so many feel it deserves. We talk about his wife Linda and how she is working through an elbow issue but still shooting amazing scores.

Gritty Bowmen with Brian Call
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by The Gritty Bowmen's Brian Call to discuss The Gritty Bowmen's history and what it took to get the company where it is today. Greg & Brian also talk about his first meeting with Podcast co-host Aron Snyder from Kifaru International and how that relationship has helped the GB podcast become the juggernaut it is. Conservation, Haters, Joe Rogan, Cam Hanes and many other topics are discussed as well. '3cqmshya'

ASA Foley Recap & Bill McCall interview
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Jesse Broadwater for an ASA Foley recap of the events, shootdown and finishes of the event. Greg also talks with Bill McCall about his amazing comeback after falling 40ft from a tree last year to wining the Senior pro division!

2017 Vegas recap with George Ryals
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Archery Learning center's George Ryals to recap the events from the 2017 Vegas shoot.

NFAA President Bruce Cull
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by NFAA president Bruce Cull to discuss the upcoming Vegas shoot. Greg & Bruce discuss The growth of the shoot, the relationship between the NFAA and the South Point casino/event center and how they feel about the 8000 archers about to descend upon their facility. The guys also get into the incredible growth of this event with over 3480 registered archers so far!!! Last but not least, the new DRUG testing policy and implementation for the Vegas shoot and why it was desperately needed for the legitimacy of the sport.

LAS owner Rob Kaufhold & Elite pro Jacob Marlow
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Elite archery pro Jacob Marlow to discuss his recent performance at the LAS classic where he managed to roll several of the worlds best indoor archers enroute to taking 2nd to "Mr,Perfect" Mike Schloesser. We are also joined by Lancaster archery supply owner Rob Kaufhold to discuss the history of the event and where he sees it headed in the future.

#1 World ranked Sara Lopez
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by the 3 year running #1 ranked female compound archer in the world Sara Lopez to discuss her choice to shoot against the men at next weeks Vegas tournament in the Compound open division.

Jeff Hopkins new bow announcement
BJM'S Greg Poole is joined by Professional archer Jeff Hopkins and his wife Tara to discuss his recently announced change in bow sponsors! Greg & Jeff are also joined by a friend of Jeff's named Paul to discuss a new Military Veterans archery assistance program.

Levi & Samantha Morgan Back to Mathews
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by legendary 3D archers and Name the game TV's Levi & Samantha Morgan to discuss their move back to Mathews archery. We discuss the choice, equipment and the term of 10 years for this contract!

Long distance archery with Aron Snyder
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Kifaru International & The Gritty Bowmen's Aron Snyder to discuss long range Archery shots in hunting including the tuning, training, equipment, skill and ethics involved in harvesting animals from 80-100+ yards. Greg & Aron also discuss the growing debate between compound & traditional archery shot distances vs harvest rates.

Mathews pro Jesse Broadwater
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by newly announced Mathews pro Jesse "The Freakshow" Broadwater to discuss his decision to join Mathews. Greg & Jesse talk about the new Mathews bows, how Jesse has them set up and which bow he will be shooting this year.

Name the Game TV's Levi Morgan
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by legendary archer and host of Name the game TV Levi Morgan. Greg and Levi discuss the amazing hunting season NTG has been having and how Levi's father Mark influenced him to become the man and the archer he is today.

American Hero Kyle Lamb
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by none other then Ret Delta Force operator and American hero Kyle Lamb. In addition to owning Viking tactics and starring in the Viking Chronicles tv show, Kyle is an avid outdoorsman and Archer!!

MMA star & Outdoorsman Chad Mendes
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by MMA star Chad Mendez to talk about his career as a top tier MMA fighter and his passion for the outdoors. Chad owns a celebrity hunting guide service called Finz and featherz where hunters can book hunts of all kinds with one of many MMA, MLB, NFL, PBR or other celebrities. Greg and Chad also talk about Chad's love of Archery and how his father got him started at a very young age.

Nock On TV's John Dudley
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Nock On TV's John Dudley to discuss how John got started in Archery, The Ups and downs of his journey to becoming one of the most successful shooters in the industry. Greg & John also talk about what it takes to get into and make it in the outdoor industry and both guys tells some stories about the other.

Mathews Derek Phillips
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Mathews pro staff manager Derek Phillips to discuss all things staff shooting!! From Getting sponsored, what companies look for, what is expected from archers at each level of a staff program and how new comers need to build relationships with their local shop. Greg & Derek also discuss how the industry is not in the position social media would have people believing and talk about the misconception that most pros get paid to shoot.

Mathews owner Matt McPherson
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Mathews owner Matt McPherson. Greg and Matt discuss how Matt got into archery, his love for the technical side of everything he does and how his upbringing made music and faith an integral part of his life from a very young age. Matt also goes into detail about the very first bow he ever built in JR high and why McPherson guitars are unlike any others....and much more!

Kifaru's Aron Snyder
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Kifaru packs Aron Snyder to discuss his journey in the outdoor industry which started in 2001 in Oregon and some of his adventures along the way! Greg & Aron discuss his growth with the Gritty Bowman and how that led to his 2016 Hunting season with a long bow. Aron also goes into detail on why he chose the path he did and some of his most epic and life threatening hunting stories.

Ted Nugent
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Rock star, lifelong archer and defender of all things 2nd amendment and the outdoor Mr, Ted Nugent. Greg & Ted discuss Ted's beginnings in archery, Target panic, Fred Bear and many other topics.

Bowjunky podcast ep 17
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Archery learning center owner and Hoyt Pro staff shooter George Ryals to discuss all things archery and take questions from fans on the BJM Facebook.

Bowjunky Podcast Ep 16
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by the President of the Easton foundation Mr, Greg Easton. We discuss the foundations work to further the growth in archery and talk about the founder of Easton, Greg's Grandfather Doug and how Greg's father Jim took over where Doug left of to continue the tradition of Easton in the archery world. Greg also tells a few hunting stories and how archery has a played a role in his life.

Bowjunky media ep15
BJM's Greg Poole is joined by Hoyt President Randy Walk to discuss how he got started in archery and his journey to the pinnacle of the archery industry. We also discuss the new 2017 Hoyt product and associated technology.