Best Justin Schmidt Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. #13 - James Angus - Addiction & Recovery 1:07:42

1y ago1:07:42

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I speak with my friend James about his personal experience with addiction and how he navigates his current, ongoing recovery. There are some real life moments in this discussion that I hope will inspire, support and encourage you. James is a Real-estate agent in the Ottawa area. He is also huge music enthusiast supporting the local music scene thro…

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29: FrankieDTankie -Digital Art Collector and Patron 1:17:25

2y ago1:17:25

1:17:25

My guest on this episode is FrankieDTankie, a digital art collector in the Web 3 community. Frankie is a well known patron and collector with an impressive gallery of photography, digital art, and collectibles. We spent time talking about his background in the technology world working in a variety of positions, from Fortune 500 companies to startup…

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Help Your Taxidermist & Trapping Season is Coming - Charlie and Justin from Hoosier Trapper 1:14:43

2y ago1:14:43

1:14:43

You may know Charlie and Justin from Hoosier Trapper Supply for their trapping exploits, but they also have a pretty successful taxidermy studio as well. And if you've ever talked to taxidermists, you know, they all have horror stories. But we don't want you to help contribute to them. We kick off this episode talking about mistakes hunters make wi…

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Take Better Trophy Photos - Aaron Morgan - ICT Creative 41:44

2y ago41:44

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You put months of work into finally hanging your tag on that buck of a lifetime. In the aftermath you're so caught up in showing him off to your buddies and getting him to the taxidermist and processor that you don't take the time to get some good photos with your deer. It doesn't just happen to you. Lots of hunters do this every year. The truth is…

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Processing Your Own Deer - Will Morgan, Outdoor Edge Knives 40:46

2y ago40:46

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Deer season is here, and as we start to fill our tags we are left with venison we need to get processed and into the freezer. Have you thought about doing your own, but don't know where to start? Think you don't have the tools or skills you need to get it done? We're talking turning deer into venison on this episode! Hunters already know the name O…

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Dan Schmidt of Deer & Deer Hunting talks Season Outlook, Overrated/Underrated States, Trail Camera Bans 49:16

2y ago49:16

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As the Editor of Deer & Deer Hunting magazine Dan Schmidt has seen a lot over the years. We spray to all fields in this conversation with Dan and get a little controversial! As the 2022/23 hunting season is opening up across the country, we talk about the general outlook for deer hunters across the country and what they may be able to expect in the…

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Last- Minute Season Prep with Steven Fuller of The Huntin' Grounds 34:07

2y ago34:07

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September is just around the corner and that means seasons are about to open. If you have last-minute things to get done before season you're starting to run out of time. When it comes to pre-season habitat improvements and strategy, Steven Fuller of The Huntin' Grounds is one of the best, and he joins us to talk about a wide variety of subjects wi…

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Justin Martin of Duck Commander on becoming a dad, serious duck hunting, and what it's like working at Duck Commander 1:04:28

2+ y ago1:04:28

1:04:28

On this episode of the SPYPOINT Podcast we are joined by Justin Martin. Many of you probably know Justin as the General Manager at Duck Commander. In addition to his duties there, Justin has his own YouTube channel and social media following and stays active in the industry in many capacities, including his partnership with Academy. Justin has a lo…

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Beating the Heat with Backwoods Life 1:00:58

2+ y ago1:00:58

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We're in the dog days of summer, and while we are ready for the cooler days of fall, seasons don't always open with the frosty mornings we would like. With Kevin in Florida, and Michael in Georgia, the Backwoods Life guys are more accustomed than most to hunting in the heat. We talk about special considerations for early season or warm-weather hunt…

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Competitive Shooting, Gunsmithing and Shooting Tips with Dustin Sanchez 1:00:36

2+ y ago1:00:36

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Dustin Sanchez of Real Avid is a gun nut and knows a lot when it comes to the firearms industry. With fall rapidly approaching, now is the time to start shooting your rifles and shotguns. Dustin brings a lot of great tips to the podcast when it comes to becoming a better shot, utilizing your optics and taking care of your firearm during the offseas…

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Trail Camera Tips, Tricks & Best Practices 52:18

2+ y ago52:18

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Summer has arrived and so has the time to start setting trail cameras for the season. Trent Marsh and Tanner Cherney sit down and talk all about trail camera tips, tricks and best practices. With antlers starting to grow, food plots emerging and the countdown to bow season looming in the back of everyone's minds; now is the time to get your trail c…

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Sam Ayers of The Wild Initiative Podcast 31:29

2+ y ago31:29

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It hasn't always been The Wild Initiative, but when Sam Ayers picked up and moved from California to Montana, the old name didn't seem to fit anymore. So, like Sam does, he made a change. Now, living outside of Havre, those who knew him 10 years ago would hardly recognize the podcast and knive-making empire he has built. We cover a lot of ground in…

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Curt Geier of Working Class Bowhunter Talks Consumer Shows, What Hunters are Messing Up and, and Setting Goals 52:40

2+ y ago52:40

52:40

Curt Geier and the crew at Working Class Bowhunter are no strangers to podcasting. With over 500 shows under their belt since 2015 and weekly shows, they are one of the originals in hunting podcasts. With winter behind us we have the opportunity to sit back and talk about the consumer show grind and where Working Class Bowhunter has been in the pas…

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Melissa Bachman on a Crazy Brown Bear Hunt, Hunter Recruitment, and Coyote Popsicles? 45:42

2+ y ago45:42

45:42

When Melissa Bachman burst onto the outdoor scene, she quickly gained a reputation as one of the hardest working people in the industry. Over the years she has built an incredible fan following and constantly delivers some of the best outdoor television you can find. It's always fun to talk to Melissa, and after we caught up at ATA I knew we had to…

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Roger Raglin on His Favorite Hunts, Do-Overs, and How the Industry has Changed 1:01:22

2+ y ago1:01:22

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Roger Raglin is an industry legend that requires no introduction for most anyone that has paid attention to outdoor entertainment over the last four decades. As a pioneer of outdoor film and television, Roger has been a staple of the modern hunting industry since it began. A big part of what has made Roger so successful and led to his longevity in …

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Kicking off Habitat Improvement Season with Josh Pretzer 1:18:10

2+ y ago1:18:10

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Spring is officially here, even if the weather across the country isn't making it feel like it. Chances are, you're already thinking about your habitat improvements for this year. In this episode of the SPYPOINT Podcast, we talk to Josh Pretzer about what he has in store for his farm, recap last year's hunting season, and get caught up in a half do…

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NWTF Convention Recap, Help the Yelp and more with Mark Hatfield from NWTF 36:39

2+ y ago36:39

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In this episode we talk to National Director of Conservation Services for the National Wild Turkey Federation, Mark Hatfield. We caught up with Mark just as he was coming out of the Convention and Expo in Nashville. Attendance was strong for the expo, and in addition, the NWTF launched the Help the Yelp campaign to recruit more members to NWTF to h…

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Ralph, Vicki, and RJ Cianciarulo on Moving, Three Decades in the Outdoor Industry, and Staying Healthy 51:59

2+ y ago51:59

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Ralph, Vicki, and RJ Cianciarulo join the SPYPOINT Podcast to talk about all they have going on these days. The last year or two has been crazy for a lot of us, but even more so for the crew of The Choice. Fans will remember at the end of last year illness hit the whole team hard and prevented them from attending the trade shows. This came on the h…

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Carrie Zylka of the HuntFishTravel Podcast 35:19

2+ y ago35:19

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Carrie Zylka, host of the HuntFishTravel Podcast joins us (finally) to talk about a recent three-state, three-day trip chasing great ice fishing in the upper-Midwest. Cell service and weather issues delayed getting the podcast recorded! Carrie had planned to hit popular ice fishing destinations in South and North Dakota, as well as Minnesota at Lak…

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28: Justin Snead - Storm Chasing Photographer 1:05:19

2+ y ago1:05:19

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My Guest on this episode is Justin Snead, also known as the Dreadlock Traveler. Justin is a Storm Chaser and photographer with a career as a traveling health care professional. This career allows him to be mobile across the midwest United States during the active storm season each year. We talked about how he discovered this passion, how his career…

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The State of the Trapping Industry with Hoosier Trapper Supply | The SPYPOINT Podcast 31:49

3y ago31:49

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As hunting seasons start to wind down, a lot of people take to the woods for trapping during the off season. A lot of technologies in the hunting industry have changed drastically over the last few decades, trapping on the other hand has stayed relatively true to its roots. Charlie Masheck & Justin Jett from Hoosier Trapper Supply join Brian on thi…

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27: Tom Lupton- Portland based Fashion Photographer 1:14:26

3y ago1:14:26

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My guest on this episode is Tom Lupton. Tom is a Portland Oregon based Fashion photographer who creates absolutely stunning conceptual photos for designers and as part of his personal artistic growth. We recently met through some mutual friends in one of my favorite remote places where I was able to watch him put together one of his signature shoot…

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Story Time with the GameChangers - Billy Lawson Joins the SPYPOINT PODCAST 33:44

3y ago33:44

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November is a time for deer camps, friends, family, and thanks. Brian and Billy might not be family, but they might as well be. They've spent as much time in blinds and stands and trucks together as just about any two guys could. Since we've arrived at that time of the year where we all like to tell stories about our best day in the woods, our favo…

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26: Kristopher Shinn - Seattle WA based film photographer 1:43:08

3y ago1:43:08

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My Guest on this episode is Kristopher Shinn, a Seattle Washington based photographer. I got to know Kris through his film photography project, By Way of Water, documenting his time on the Ferries around the Seattle area. In addition to being a fantastic photographer, he has become a leader in the NFT photography community over the last few months.…

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Tron Peterson of Peterson Outdoor Ministries 36:38

3y ago36:38

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Peterson Outdoor Ministries is a non-profit organization committed to serving our injured and recovering veterans by getting them into the outdoors through hunting and fishing. Tron Peterson founded Peterson Outdoor Ministries in 2006, and has since expanded to include Lodge of Hope. The mission for POM is pretty clear, provide our veterans a place…

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25: Brynn Alise Schmidt - Colorado Based Nature, Wildlife, and Landscape Photographer 1:14:25

3y ago1:14:25

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My Guest on this episode is Brynn Alise Schmidt, a Colorado based Nature, Wildlife and landscape photographer. Brynn has a breathtaking portfolio of imagery that spans locations, conditions and subjects. We talked about what it takes to be a wildlife photographer, the ethics involved as well as the carbon footprint of being a photographer. https://…

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Interview with Curt McAllister from Toyota about the Outdoors and more 22:56

3y ago22:56

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While you might not know it, Toyota is active and committed to promoting hunting, fishing, and conservation. As active members of multiple outdoor writer organizations and sponsors of outdoor communicator scholarships, Toyota is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to supporting outdoor enthusiasts. Curt McAllister joins us to talk ab…

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Founder of Hunter Safety System, John Wydner is here for Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month 41:05

3y ago41:05

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September is Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month. As hunters return to the field, or are about to, making sure you are able to stay safe when you leave the ground is critical for having a successful season. Tree stand safety has evolved a great deal in the last couple decades, as many things have in the outdoor industry. HSS has played a huge part in…

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24: Matt Payne - Colorado based Landscape Photographer and Mountain Climber 1:31:31

3y ago1:31:31

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My Guest on this episode is Matt Payne, a Landscape photographer, mountain climber and podcast host based in Colorado. In addition to making stunning photos in incredibly remote mountain areas, Matt has one of the most extensive guest lists ever on his podcast F Stop Collaborate and Listen. We talked about his current book project, our thoughts on …

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Ep. #12 - Toxic Masculinity...what does that even mean? 1:05:14

3y ago1:05:14

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I'm joined by relationship coach Brian Sheppard, for a candid discussion on the trend surrounding the idea of toxic masculinity. This is a topic with great depth and we only scratched the surface in this episode. I hope you enjoy the show and that it provides you some value in considering how we look at the terms presented to us by our background, …

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23: Jerad Armijo- Portland based Fine Art Nature Photographer and Artist 1:08:46

3y ago1:08:46

1:08:46

My Guest on this eposide is Jerad Armijo, a Portland Oregon based photographer and artist who is originally from New Mexico. His imagery is profoundly beautiful, blending breathtaking images from nature with his signature color work and conceptual process. We talked about the recent release of his collection in the NFT space as well as his process …

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Ep #11 - David Ibarra 58:21

3y ago58:21

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I talk with David Ibarra, Leadership Consultant, Speaker and Author of the book "Stop Drifting". David is also the President and CEO of Think Grow Rich, Latin America and Founder of the Ibarra Foundation, an organization that invests in the future success of the Latino community. We discuss David's humble beginnings, his transition to business and …

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22: David Johnston - Tennessee based nature photographer and NFT Artist 1:23:53

3y ago1:23:53

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My guest on this Episode is David Johnston, a Tennessee based nature and landscape photographer who has been moving into new markets and styles with success in the NFT community. We talked about the way his photography has evolved, how he balances family and business and the future of digital art. https://www.davidjohnstonart.com/ https://opensea.i…

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21: Tommy Spencer – Portland-based Street, and Live Music, Film Photographer 1:32:02

3y ago1:32:02

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My Guest on this episode is Tommy Spencer a street and live music photographer in Portland Oregon who specializes in film. Tommy and I have been friends for a few years and have been recording another podcast since last summer. He works in the photo industry and has a formal education in Art with a focus on photography. We talked about his career p…

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National Shooting Sports Month, +One and More with Justin Morrissey of the NSSF 33:20

3+ y ago33:20

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August is National Shooting Sports Month, and with hunting seasons just around the corner there is no better time to introduce someone new to the shooting sports and all the different facets and forms that can take. Justin Morrissey, Manager of Social Media for the NSSF, joins Brian on this episode of the podcast to talk about National Shooting Spo…

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Chris Hamm of HHA Sports and HHA USA Talking Archery and More | The SPYPOINT Podcast 39:59

3+ y ago39:59

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HHA Sports is a on the cutting edge of archery accessory design and technology, and we are thrilled to have Chris Hamm, Co-Owner and VP of Operations of HHA Sports on the podcast to talk about everything going on at HHA. After starting with just one product, HHA has become a category and industry leader, with 17 straight years as the customer's fav…

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Ep. #10 Fear & Overcoming It! - A Conversation with Brian Sheppard 1:28:53

3+ y ago1:28:53

1:28:53

Brian and I discuss the top is of fear, how it factors into everyday life and relationships.

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Fishing, Fish Stories and More with Josh Lantz of Traditions Media | The SPYPOINT Podcast 37:59

3+ y ago37:59

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Angling has exploded during COVID as people look to get back outside, and Josh Lantz shares fish stories, and the latest trends from the world of angling. Josh Lantz of Traditions Media works with some of the biggest names in the industry for both hunting and fishing, but with ICast just around the corner, and the best fishing of the year happening…

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20: Tara Workman, Portland Oregon Based Landscape photographer 2:07:53

3+ y ago2:07:53

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My Guest on this episode is Tara Workman, a Landscape and Nature photographer based in Portland Oregon. She was Born in Barbados, and moved to the US to pursue a career in Medicine as a family physician. Her imagery is subtle, studied, and unique, and it was a pleasure learning about her approach to photography, the community she has built with oth…

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Steve McGrath of Camp Chef talks grills, smokers, summer grilling season and more. 32:09

3+ y ago32:09

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Camp Chef is one of the most iconic names in outdoor cooking equipment. They've been around forever and have brought some incredible products to the market. From camp stoves and grills to pellet smokers and pizza ovens, Camp Chef has almost anything you could think of when it comes to cooking in your backyard or the great outdoors. Steve joins Bria…

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19: Gritchelle Fallesgon, Oregon Adventure and Cycling Photographer 1:09:39

3+ y ago1:09:39

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My Guest on this episode is Gritchelle Fallesgon, a Portland Oregon based photographer who specializes in Outdoor Adventure and lifestyle Photography, and the Cycling world. We talked about how she found a career in photography by way of graphic arts, and how she has focused on making art that celebrates diversity and people getting Rad. https://in…

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Food plot tips, do vehicles bother deer, and more | Ask Me Anything with Josh Pretzer 24:36

3+ y ago24:36

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Spring means food plots are on everyone's mind, and the questions this time show it! You guys drive the bus on what we talk about in the Ask Me Anything series with Josh Pretzer, and it's pretty clear what you all are thinking about these days, food plots! From tips for first timers, to the best all-around food plot for deer and turkeys, Josh and C…

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Ep. #9 Interview with Heather - Female Firefighter 41:40

3+ y ago41:40

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I talk with Heather about her work as a female firefighter in a male dominated profession. We chat about positive inclusion in the workplace and navigating mental health on the frontlines of emergency services.

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Lake of the Woods Minnesota Winter Ice Road, Things to Do at LOW 28:20

3+ y ago28:20

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Joe Henry, Director of Lake of the Woods Tourism, joins Brian to talk about some of the challenges Lake of the Woods has dealt with in the last year with the border closing, the ice road they built, and how they've managed to overcome many challenges. They also spend time talking about the great fishing opportunities Lake of the Woods has to offer,…

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Ep. #8 Interview with Kevin Crowe of Give A Mile 53:36

3+ y ago53:36

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I chat with Kevin Crowe of giveamile.org about his journey from the loss of his friend Ryan and that led him to bring a mission of hope in providing compassion care flights for families around the globe. We also explore Kevin's phenomenal practice around mindfulness and how that has positively impacted his family and who he has become. www.giveamil…

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18: Brian Atkins- Portland Based Landscape and Lifestyle Photographer 1:00:04

3+ y ago1:00:04

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My guest on this episode is Brian Atkins, a Portland Oregon based landscape and lifestyle photographer. Originally from the bay area of California, Brian spends his time alternating between mountain biking, hiking, and photography. We talked about what brought him to the Pacific Northwest and how he started creating imagery for outdoor brands. http…

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Ep. #7 Interview with Darren Schmidt - Family Lawyer 1:00:29

3+ y ago1:00:29

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I talk with Darren about navigating through separation, divorce, co-parenting and finding a mindful balance amidst the emotion.

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Ep. #6 Interview with Justin Crespo - Laughing Through Life 44:55

3+ y ago44:55

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I chat with Justin about the role humor plays in life and how his faith has gotten him through some tough times. You can catch Justin a.k.a. @justinfreakinray on Tik Tok and Instagram. Hi jokes, wheezy-laugh and fun videos are a reminder to enjoy life and do what makes you happy.

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Non-Traditional Food Plots, Tips, and Changes at the NDA with Lindsay Thomas | The SPYPOINT Podcast 40:47

3+ y ago40:47

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Everyone knows about clover and soybeans, but are there other food plots you should consider? Lindsay Thomas of the National Deer Association joins Brian to talk about that and more. Lindsay Thomas has been with the National Deer Association since it started, following many years there when it was the QDMA. He has a wealth of knowledge when it come…