Christian Outdoors Podcast

This week, I have my hunting buddy Chad Simpson with me as we discuss our upcoming trip to Wyoming chasing Mule Deer and Antelope. We cover planning the trip, equipment, lodging methods, weapons, and tools we use for plannigna dn getting ready for the trip out west. For all listeners who are looking to go west, this show will help you. Stay tuned for part 2 when we return from the trip.

In te world of Overlanding, one name stands above the rest. Lee Riser who is also the VP of Marketing for Realtruck, has been a staple in the overlanding world for more than 2 decades. Now starring in the television show "The Overlanders" airing on the Outdoor Network, she is part of an all female team that is traversing different challenges to come out on top. Ms. Riser is also an accomplished overlander outside of the television cameras. Enjoying many days afield taking her 4x4 to different areas of the country to explore and enjoy God's creation. She is also a woman of faith who openly professes her faith in Christ. Today's show is refreshing and fulfilling as we dive into many areas I am unfamiliar with. www.realtruck.com

200th Episode Celebration. In the world of Podcasting 90% of all podcasts end before their 10th episode. Of the 10% remaining, only .5% make it to 100 episodes. Today CHRISTIAN OUTDOORS PODCASTS celebrates 200 episodes of content designed to "discuss all things outdoors and how to enjoy God every day." For the past 4 years we have pushed, climbed, crawled and fought our way through every week of recording podcasts. I have grown as a host, and as a producer. Many new friendships have been started through this podcast and God has worked and moved through the conversations about the outdoors and his grace and love for us. God has blessed us beyond measure. What began as a small mission and ministry has grown into more than 1,600,000 downloads and a subscriber base of more than a million. It is truly humbling to see how God is working in and through this show. Today, Jon Goodwin, Pastor of Heartland Bible Church in Gasport, NY and Chris Taylor, pastor of Immanuel Baptist in Glasgow, Ky join me as they have done so many times before. We spend a few minutes reminiscing, and then we each "make a case for Jesus" By each of us encouraging the listener to accept Jesus as their personal savior. Three different men from different parts of the country and different churches all make a case for Jesus. This may be one of the most powerful episodes we have ever done. But don't worry, we are set in and season 5 looks to the best yet! I have great guests coming on board and some older ones are coming back as we continue to strive to "discuss all things outdoors and how to enjoy God every day." If you want to contact any of us from this show our emails are: Jon Goodwin: [email protected] Chris Taylor: [email protected] Pete Rogers: [email protected] Lastly, if you feel so inclined, please complete this short survey about this episode. Response Survey

After months of trying to get David Ellis on the show, we were finally able to corrall Yawt Yawt for our show. Today, David, also known in the YouTube world as YAWT YAWT is on the show and we dicsuss trapping hogs, YouTube, social media frenzy and his passion of Jesus. David is being candid, open and honest about his struggles, his pain and the trails that comes with being a YouTube sensation. We learn of his faith in Jesus and how that has sustained him through a lot of personal trials and struggles. This is a great episode and one you will listen to over and over. www.yawtyawt.com

If you want the best accuracy you can have with your rifle, it all starts with the stock that holds the action and barrel. And in the world of synthetic stocks there is none better than the folks at AG Composite. Co-Owner Matt Tandy joins us today to discuss gun stocks, methods and the the madness behind these stocks and why you need one. Matt also shares his passion for his faith along the way.

How do you carry your bow when hunting? Have you had issues hooking your bow to the backpack? David Merrell did, and it led to the development of a unique bow carrying system that keeps the bow close to your hand, easy to access and ready at all times... Bow Spider is designed to make your bow ready in a flash. With many different methods of attaching it to your hip, or your backpack. There is even a way to attach it to the headrest of your truck when driving. Bow Spider will revolutionize how you carry your bow. David is also a passionate christian and we have a great conversation about his faith and his passion for Jesus and bow hunting. www.bowspider.com

In the world of Backpacking the number one thing to consider is weight. Everything must be light, durable, dependable and affordable. Today's guest, Scott Jensen has created a company that meets all of those requirements. Near Zero is a backpacking company that defies itself by being as near to zero in weight for all products. From their "The Dean" pack to sleeping pads, tents, and more. Near Zero is helping beginners and advanced packers to perform better when afield. www.nearzero.co

The world of stock car racing is a highly competetive world. Today we have with us Howie DiSavino who is plowing his way through the ranks of the NASCAR world. Currently racing in the Xfinity series, Howie is passionate about his racing and driving. At just 22 years old, he is one of the younger drivers on the circuit. Howie shares with us how he has forged a path into this expensive and highly competetive market and doing so in the face of hardships. He shares the pain of the loss of his mother after a battle with cancer, and how that strengthened his faith along the way. www.howiedisavino.com

In the world of Bass Fishing there are a few names that stand out above the rest. Of those Hank Parker is considered one of the most accomplished, and respected members of the Bass fishing hall of fame. His ability to catch bass when it matters is well documented. And his television show, Hank Parkers Outdoor magazine has been on the air for 38 consecutive years. Hank is also well known for his passion for Jesus Christ. He does not shy away from an opportunity to share the gospel. As he says in the show; "it is your reasonable service to be a witness for Him". Join me today as Hank Parker and I discuss bass fishing, tournament fishing, and the wonderful love of Jesus in this episode. You will leave here a changed person. www.hankparker.com

Hunting black bear has long been on my list of adventuers to do. Today we have Brandon Freison of Bear Track Outfitters in Manitoba, Canada with us and he shares his secrets to taking hunters to successful black bear hunts. Brandon, also shares with us his passion for Christ as well. His testimony is powerful and deep rooted in his faith in Christ. Its a great show and I knnow you will learn a lot about hunting black bear and about following Jesus. www.beartrackoutfitters.com

In the world of competitive muzzleloading shooting, one name stands out above the rest. Barry Brakebill has won multiple National Championships in several disciplines of muzzleloading rifle competitions. Today we will break down the details it takes for someone to achieve elite level of competition shooting. Where perfect scores are required to even place in the money, getting perfect X shots are required to win. Barry breaks down the importance of powders, rifles, projectile differences, and how the barometric pressure will affect bullets in flight. But Barry Brakebill is also one of the most dedicated followers of Christ I know. His passion for Jesus is contagious and we have a great conversation about his faith and how it sustains him and is the center of his life.

With season planning well underway, I thought what better show than one on the Traveling Duck Hunter. And who better to discuss this than Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame inductee, Bill Miller. VP of Content Creation for Delta Waterfowl, Bill has been traveling to chase waterfowl for more than three decades and knows a thing or two about what it takes to get into the right position to find ducks. Waterfowl hunters know that traveling to find migratory wildlife is a gamble. Birds that are here today and gone tomorrow pose a risk for someone traveling several hundreds or thousands of miles to hunt them. Today, Bill gives us some inside information on when, where and how to hunt migratory waterfowl of the traveling duck hunter. https://deltawaterfowl.org/

This week we have with us Mr. Jeremy Stalnecker, Co-Founder of The Mighty Oaks Foundation. A ministry for veterans, first responders, and law enforcement. The Mighty Oaks Foundation is committed to serving the brokenhearted by providing intensive peer-based discipleship through a series of programs, outpost meetings, and speaking events. Our Mighty Oaks Warrior Programs hosts such Men, Women, and Marriage Advance Programs at multiple locations nationwide. The Warriors who attend are fully sponsored for training, meals, and lodging needs to ensure that upon arrival to the ranch, each Warrior is focused solely on his or her recovery and identifying purpose moving forward. The Mighty Oaks uses peer trainers who have been there to lead all of their events. With a biblical based curriculum, they are bringing healing to Veterans, First Responders, and Law Enforcement. The Mighty Oaks uses peer trainers who have been there to lead all of their events. With a biblical based curriculum, they are bringing healing to Veterans, First Responders, and Law Enforcement. https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/

What are we supposed to do? How are we supposed to respond? What would Jesus do? These and other questions are plaguing Christians today with teh cultural influence happening across our country. I sit down with Pastor Jon Goodwin of Heartland Bible CHurch in Gasport, NY and Pastor Chris Taylor of Immanuel Baptist Church in Glasgow, Ky and we discuss rich topics such as; Should Christians boycott businesses? How do christian parents respond to the current public school issues and the attacks on our children? What happens when the government and media seem to be attacking our faith constantly? This is a lively discussion with two of the best pastors and theologians I know. You will not want to miss this episode.

The Fellowship of Christian Athelets has been around since 1954. Only recently have they added opportunities for young adults to participate in the outdoor sports. Evenything from camping, to horseback riding, archery, shoting sports are part of the FCA-Outdoors program. Today we have with us Justin Weddle of FCA-Outdoors and we learn a lot about their programs and where you can participate. www.fcaoutdoors.org for more information.

In today's hunting world, its all about food plots. Whether you are chasing whitetails in the south, Midwest or elk in the Rocky Mountains. Landowners and managers are planting food for their wildlife. Today we have with us Todd Caron, one of the developers of AnabolicGro, an additive that is applied to seeds, prior to planting to enhance growth of your food plot. Regardless of the seed, it works to produce stronger, healthier, and stronger plants. We learn more about foodplots, agronomy, seeds, molecular biology and more as we listen to Todd explain why and how AnabolicGro works and why you need it before you plant for the fall. www.anabolicgro.com

In the world of Outdoor television, few names stand out more than Jim Shockey. This week on Christian outdoor Podcast I am pleased to have join me, Jim Shockey. There is so much to talk about with Jim. World travels, hunting animals most of us never heard of, television shows, muzzleloaders, outfitting for bears, moose, whitetails, and more. And we spend a few minutes discussing these items. But we quickly dive into the creation of "The Hand of Man" museum and its creation, and what his drive behind it was and is. Then we transitioned to his new novel. As if Jim hasn't conquered enough, now he jumps head long into the world of fiction novels and literature. His new novel "Call Me Hunter". Jim goes into a detail of how the book came about, his writing of it and the basis of the plot. He keeps much of the story a mystery, but suffice it to say, you will want to read this work. Praised by many in the literature world, "Call Me Hunter" is destined to be a best seller. At the end of the show, we get into some personal discussions, and you may see a side of Jim Shockey you've never seen. Either way, you do not want to miss this episode of Christian Outdoors Podcast. Brought to you by CVA.

How often do we let our dreams die because life gets in the way? When is the last time you chased your dream? Perry Gabbard sat on his dream for more than 40 years before taking that first step. As a teenager he dreamt of hiking the entirety of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). After retirement, he set out to realize his dream. But his path was not a cake walk….not at all. Perry shares with us his struggles, his turmoil and his path to recovery while learning how to trust God along the Pacific Crest Trail. His book "Stepping Out on an Adventure of Faith" What I learned about trusting God while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Is available through all book outlets including, Books a Million, Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and your local library. If you like to hike, enjoy the out of doors, or just enjoy reading someone's life journey. Get a copy today. You can find him at; www.inspiretoseek.com

Remington is America's oldest gun manufacturer. Opening in 1816, Remington has set the standard for quality American gun manufacturing and ammunition manufacturing for more than 200 years. Most of us know some of the struggles the company has faced including 2 different bankruptcies. But three years ago, Remington Ammunition company was revitalized and is making a strong comeback thanks to leadership like our guest today, Joel Hodgdon. Joel is the VP of marketing at Remington Ammunition and is leading the company into new and exciting areas of excellent products. but Joel is much more than this, he is also a dedicated follower of Jesus and today we discuss the revitalization of Remington, and we spend some time talking about his faith journey and his passion for Jesus. It is a great show and one I know you will enjoy.

This week on Christian Outdoors we have with us author Mark David Pullen whose new work is a fantasy/science fiction Christian book targeting young adults ages 8-14. Mark uses his gift for writing to capture the imagination of the reader and transport them into another world where the protagonist is facing strange creatures and obstacles but by using their ingenuity and their faith, they are able to overcome the challenges they face. Pullen is a great guest and his story of his faith journey while writing this first of a series of books in the land of the Oasis is needed and well written for today's audience who are starving for good reading material. www.theoasisking.com for more information

How many times have your plans been messed up. Your dreams delayed, or your goals altered? Today on this episode Pastor Jon Goodwin and I discuss life's transitions. What do you do when you are faced with uncertainity? Sudden move to a new town, loss of a job, unexpected divorce, bad diagnosis, deployment, death of a loved one and more. Life is difficult many times, and knowing how to deal with those moments and understanding where God is in those moments is the focus of this episode.

That's a wrap! the 2023 turkey season is over for me and in this episode, I share the high's and low's of the 2023 season. Little to no gobbling activity made for tough hunting. But hunting witht he CVA Scout .410 made it fun and rewarding. This little gun is a turkey killing machine. Listen to this week as I share my successes and failuers of the 2023 Turkey Season

Fellow Podcaster Chad Heflin of Marshfield Outdoors Podcast joins me today as we discuss his podcast, the outdoors and his faith. Along the way we discuss some of the nuiances of podcasting, turkey hunting, and faith. It's a great show you don't want to miss.

For the past 20 years Jeff Danker has been a staple on outdoor television. Known for killing giant whitetail deer. Jeff is one of the best hunters, and television producers in the industry. Growing up in central Oklahoma, Jeff cut his teeth in the outdoors in rodeo as a calf roper and team roping. Buckventures television was his way of making a product that shows a deep passion for hunting whitetail deer. Jeff's obsession with whitetail deer is on a different level. Matching wits with mature whitetail bucks and sharing his faith in Jesus is what drives him. An unapologetic Christian, Jeff shares with us his outdoor adventures and his passion for Jesus in this episode. It is one of the shows I have wanted to do for a long time, and we were finally able to get together and discuss his life and his faith journey. Jeff Danker is a class act, as real as it gets, and someone who's message will move you to action. @Buckventures. on IG Buckventures on FB and look for Buckventures on the Outdoor channel as his second show, The Woodsmen on Sportsman channel and MyOutdoor TV.

What is a mountain man? In days gone by, the mountain man was a rugged individual who carved his life out of the Rocky Mountains, Yukon or Alaska living off the land. Trapping, hunting, fishing and more. Many a boy grew up dreaming of living such a life, but few of us have pursued it with the passion and dedication as Billy Molls. Known as the Modern Day Mountain Man. Billy Molls has guided hunters across the Alaskan wilderness for more than two decades. Hunting Dall sheep and Alaskan-Yukon moose in the Brooks range, Grizzly bears in the western interior and Brown bears on the pennuslia and Kodiak island. Molls has lived a life many of us dream about. Chronicling most of this through a video camera, The Modern Day Mountain Man is a popular channel on YouTube and social media. Billy's open personality and willingness to share his struggles and his faith make his shows a "must-see TV" Today we discuss his life as a guide and his faith journey as he spends months each year in the wilderness of Alaska.

What happens whe you get your priorities out of order? What happens when your job is more important than anything else? Today David Blanton of Realtree joins us and shares his deep commitment to Christ and how getting his priorities out of order cost hium his marriage. David is realyl transparent here and shares his struggles and his faith in Jesus Chrsit and encourages you the listener to learn from his mistakes and to evaluate your life and see what Jesus means for you. It is one of my favoirte episodes and you will be blessed by listening to it. @davidblantonrt

It is Holy week, the last week of Jesus' life and as we approach Easter Sunday. I brought with me Pastor Jon Goodwin of Heartland Bible Church of Gasport, NY to talk with me, not about Easter Sunday, but rather we talk about Friday. The day Jesus dies on the cross. We discuss what that day means to us individually and then we dive into the theological side of what Jesus accomplished on the cross. More than anything we want the listener to know that what Jesus did on the cross, he did for you. He opened the door to the father for you. He took on the sin of the world for you. He conquered death for you. He came, suffered and died for you so you would not face the death of sin. He did everything he did just for you. If you have not taken the opportunity to accept the offer of salvation for you that is given through the blood of Jesus. Do not take another day without making that decision and commitment. If you want to talk about this with anyone, you can email me directly [email protected] I will be happy to talk with you about any of this so you can experience hope unleashed.

What happens when life suddenly changes? When your plans are trashed, and everything you planned for suddenly and drastically changes? Derek Demun was living the dream, A world class snowboarder, he was chasing winter across the globe. When at the age of 21 a construction accident changed it all. breaking his back at the T-8 Derek was suddenly a parapalegic from the chest down. How did he cope? What were his challenges? Where did he turn for help? Today, T-8 Outdoorsman is chasing his dream of hunting, fishing and more. In his wheelchair he continues to live his dreams, hunting elk, deer, alligators and more. Derek is an inspiration and he shares how his faith in Christ has sustained him through all of this. Now age 34, Derek is still in his wheelchair, and still rolling through life with a positive attitude and making the most out of his situation.

Is your church safe? Do you have an active resposne team? Are they well trained in helping with situations? Does your church have access to training, and implementation of a church security team? Today's guest, Micah Bender founder of Heavenly Arm is with us to discuss how his program can help churches to prepare for any emergency. Medical emergencies, disruptive issues, and beyond. Heavenly Arm (Active Response Ministry) is designed to provide churches with the necessary tools to develop, train and implement Active Response teams in your local church. We discuss this in detail as we plow thorugh some of the issues facing churches today and how to handle them in a professional and Christian manner. If you want to find out more, reach out to Micah at [email protected]

Part 2 with Lance Kreuger considered by many to be the nation's best wildlife photographer. In this part we get into more detail of photography, and we also spend a good bit of time discussing his passionate Christian walk and how that has influenced his life. How he uses his position in the outdoor community to exercise his "friendship evangelism" to lead people into relationships with Christ. It is a great show with one of the premier photographers in the world. www.lance-kreugercom is where you can find his material.

Part 1 of a 2 part discussion with who many consider the greatest photographer of wildlife in America. Lance Kreuger is best known for his pictures of whitetail deer and wild turkeys and today he and I discuss some of the nuisances of getting these epic pictures. How he got into the business of photography, how he gets some of his shots, and his equipment. Much of this discussion is technical for photographers who are interested in equipment, his transition from film to digital and why. But we also cover a lot of the details of how he gets close to mature deer and turkeys. The discussion is so good we kept talking and I decided to break it into two episodes. Next week we will get into more detail of photography, and we also discuss his passionate Christian walk and how that has influenced his life. www.lance-Kreuger.com is where you can find his material.

Every now and again you stumble across someone who is doing something right and for the right reasons. This happened to me when I ran across Oscar "Moosie" Williamson and his new hunting apparel company; Catch and Release Hunting Apparel. Seven years ago, Moosie set out to make the highest quality hunting clothing at an affordable cost. Realizing that the premium brands out there, while good, were insanely expensive and well beyond the avarage hunter or outdoor enthusiast. Moosie designed and developed a line of clothing that rival the top names in the industry at a fraction of the cost. Catch and Release Camo is not your run-of-the-mill camo. On the contrary, the material is the highest quality you will find and their price point is reachable by the average outdoor enthusist. In this episode we discuss his adventuers as he hunted Tahr in New Zealand, the plains of Africa and in his native Idaho. If you wan to learn more go to; www.catchandrelease.us

Brad Clay is the founder and host of Final Descent Outdoors. A faith based outdoor television show that is the longest running outdoor show on the Pursuit channel. Brad is also an ordained pastor and shares his passion for his faith openly. Today we discuss how he got called into outdoor television, some of the accomplishments as well as some stories about himself, his faith journey and his passion for sharing his faith through his platform. To learn more about Brad and Final Descent Outdoors, go to www.finaldescentoutdoors.com

Adventuers in the Yukon with Derek Baker is a great show! We are discussing hunting Alaska-Yukon Moose, Wood Bison and ice fishing. But also learning how Derek and his family are serving as missionaries in the far north. The Yukon is a dropping off place for many internationl folks heafing to Canada. Derek and his wife are working with SEND international (www.SEND.org) to help these folks assimilate into life in Canada. Before this, they spent many years in small village as missionaries to the First Nations People of Teslin, Yukon. He has a fascinating story of how he ended up in the Yukon and how his family is serving Christ in the far north. Like many missionaries, Derek and his family are self funded. Which means they rely on the generous donations of others to support them If you want to contribute to his ministry you can do so here www.send.org/bakerbits

When I met Heath Hyatt at SHOT show a few weeks ago, I knew I needed him on the show. Heath is a fellow podaster with his show. The Journey on Houndsman XP https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/houndsman-xp-sportsmens-empire/id1462431615 He is a dedicted and talented dog trainer. His passion is running bears with hounds. But Heath is also a K9 Trainer for law enforcement. This is a fascinating discussion about dogs and hounds. Throughout the discussion I was reminded of the poem by Francis Thompson where he writes; "As the hound follows the hare, never ceasing in its running, ever drawing nearer in the chase, with unhurrying and imperturbed pace, so does God follow the fleeing soul by His Divine grace." I think you will enjoy this episode.

In the world of outdoor television everyone knows Ronnie "Cuz" Strickland. One of the first employees of Mossy Oak in 1988, he is now Sr. Vice President of Media for Mossy Oak. Today we discuss turkeys and Jesus. We break down some turkey hunting tactics, tips and techniques. Cuz shares some stories of people and places he has visited and experiences he has had. We also discuss his faith and how it benefits his life and what he does.

Jeff Lindsay is founder and host of The Lindsay Way a television show dedicated to hunting whitetails in the midwest. While they do hunt other things, their passion is hunting old mature whitetails. Today, Jeff shares with us his passion for whitetails and then he shares his passion for Christ and how that relationship with Jesus has shaped his life, his television show and beyond.

If you listen to the show you know I love Wyoming and I am looking forward to hunting pronghorn antelope there in the fall of 2023. So today, I invited Trey and Melissa Aars the owners of Double A Outfitters from Moorcroft, Wyoming to join me and let's discuss their business, but mostly everything antelope. Trey opens his book of secrets and shares some insight in archery hunting antelope and rifle hunting and the differences between the two. We also discuss how faith plays a role in thier business. It is a great conversation with great folks. If you are interested in booking a hunt in the Black hills of Wyoming, Double A Outfitters is the place to consider. You can reach them at; 307-660-0511 or on Facebook under Double A Outfitters.

Truth in Nature Outdoors, (www.truthinnature.org) is a ministry that is focused on helping fatherless boys with positive male mentors. Began in 2009 by Jeff Davis of Dallas, Georgia. Davis felt a calling to help boys who were without a father. His life was shattered when his parents divorced and he lost his male role model, his wife suffered a similar situation when her father died when she was twelve years old. They recognized a need for boys to have a positive male role model and Truth in Nature Outdoors was formed. Today, they have 11 chapters across the nation and are helping hundreds of boys with positive male mentors. By using the outdoors to draw these young boys ages 11-18, they introduce them to outdoor activities and also the gospel. Every session includes time to discuss the love of Christ and how he can change their lives. Whether they are building fires, archery lessons, or learning how to be a gentleman in today's world, Truth in Nature Outdoors takes these boys and young men and shows them how Godly men are to behave and how they can have positive male mentors in their lives.

** ALERT ** ** ALERT ** ** ALERT ** This show is dealing with a sensitive topic and may not be suitable for your children. Please take notice and listen without your children present. Today we have Mr. Mason Cain. Mason is the owner and founder of Unchained Leader. Unchained Leader is a program designed to help men create a permanent break and freedom from pornography and other sexual addictions. They focus on 1st helping men permanently conquer their bondage, and then work to help these men develop as the Man and leader God created then to be. this is a topic I enter into with trepidation but one I feel God is leading me towards due to the epidemic that is occurring in our society with this issue. We discuss how to overcome the shame and seek help and where to get the help you need to defeat one of Satan's most effective method of confusion. Unchained Leaders is a necessary tool that God is using to overcome the bounds of this issue.

Ashley Nicholas is a rare breed. She is as passionate about bowhunting as anyone I have known, but she is equally passionate about following what God wants for her and sharing her faith when and where she can. As Content Creator for Final Descent Outdoors, she has found a place to exercise both her passions in one place. An up and coming star, Ashley is someone that is going to make an impact on the bowhunting community and for young ladies wherever she goes.

When God made the decision to enter into Mary's womb, it was no small undertaking. He came as a man to show us how we are to live our lives, how we are to treat one another and how we should be as those who carry the image of his father. He also came to prepare us a place, to bear the wages of sin, and to cleanes us from our sinful ways. This season we celebrate the birth of Jesus the Christ. Who came into the world as the son of God from the virgin Mary. It is no small wonder, and something humanity will celebrate. Join Pastor Jon Goodwin and I as we discuss the mystery of God becoming Man.

As the deer season is winding down in much of the country, hunters with tags still not punched are looking for late season opportunities. This week, Chris Taylor and I sit down and discuss some late season hunting tactics for whitetails. Mature bucks are usually run down after the rut and only one thing is on their mind. That is food. Finding good reliable food sources is critical for getting a late season buck. We discuss food plots, mast crops, and more as we bring the season to a close.

Hunting with handguns is a passion of mine and my guest's today. I have Jon Goodwin and Brandon Houston with me and we are discussing everything you need to know about hunting with handguns. We cover styles of handguns, calibers, optics and hearing protection. We even discuss tactics we use for handgun hunting. It doesnt take long to understand that we love the Taurus Raging Bull and the new Raging hunter revolvers. From the .44 Remington magnum to the .454 Casull and even the .460 S&W, big bore handguns are awesome to shoot and hunt with. This is a great episode for anyone considering handgun hunting.

Why does someone run an ultra-marathon? How does one's faith help them run ultra-marathons? Today we have Jesse Ellis with me and he discusses how he got into running long distance and ultra-marathon. he has completed more than 30 ultra marathons the past 9 years including a 100 mile run! But how his faith has helped him through some dark days is paramount to who he is. This is a great show as we hear from Jesse Ellis and his extreme running adn his extreme faith.

In the modern era of canceling everything that doesn't align with our thought process. I asked two pastors to join me today and let's discuss some myths in the church that need canceling. We made a list of 10 items, but only got through 7 before we ran out of time. Rev. Jon Goodwin and Rev. Chris Taylor join me on this show as we dicuss some of the myths in church and how to cancel them and why they need to be canceled.

It is the peak of the rut here in the southeast, and this week, I am discussing tactics for hunting big bucks with Chris Taylor.

Everywhere you look law enforcement is being attacked, defunded, and ridiculed. But all of us know we need and want those who swear to protect and serve. Today we have Lieutenant Brad Grice of the Greenville County Sheriff department with us to share his story of his career as a LEO and of the time he was shot by a suspect. Brad also shares with us his faith journey and how that helps him daily. Brad and I have known one another since 2008 when he coached my son and our sons played ball together.

Wildlife Biologist Brandon Houston joins me today as we discuss how his passion for the outdoors and his faith in Christ led him to the life he always wanted but in unexpected ways. Growing up Brandon admired noted wildlife biologist Larry Weishuhn and because of that entered into the world of managing wildlife. Now he and Larry are partners in a wildlife business. how this came to be is a great story you will not want to miss.

We start with a bear hunt in West Virginia and then move to an understanding of what it means to be Called. Pastors Jon Goodwin and Chris Taylor and I share stories of being called into vocational ministry and share what it means to be called to all of our tasks. Are you called to be a teacher, lawyer, accountant, mom, dad, pastor, missionary? God calls everyone to different roles. What is your role?