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The MTNTOUGH Podcast

Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness

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Welcome to the MTNTOUGH Podcast, where we explore the intersection of physical fitness and mental toughness through the lens of backcountry hunting, military, mountain sports, and the great outdoors. Hosted by the founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, Dustin Diefenderfer, this podcast takes a deep dive into the physical and mental preparation required for the unique challenges of high-altitude, extreme-terrain adventures. Each episode features inspirational stories, advice, in-depth conversations ...
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Welcome to Wild & Uncut with Kristy Titus. This podcast gives you access to behind-the-scenes conversations as well as raw and uncut material with exciting guest appearances recorded during Kristy’s travels and adventures throughout the year. Enjoy in depth perspectives as well as more personal talks with her U.S. and international guests diving into free-market conservation principals, the Second Amendment, wildlife conservation and hunting advocacy as well as shooting sports participation.
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In the episode, Erik has on the creator of the .22 Creedmoor, Derrick Ratliff. They talk about why it was created, how it came to be, and everything 22 Creedmoor. They also talk about the newly released Muley Freak x Wombat action. Get yours today: https://shop.stilleractions.com/wombat-actions/special-edition---muley-freak-wombat Be sure to check …
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Trevor Farnes serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of MTN OPS, a dynamic energy and nutritional product company headquartered in Fruit Heights, Utah, catering to the outdoor industry. His primary mission at MTN OPS is to enhance lives through innovative products and foster a community that inspires individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their a…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is at the Western Hunt Expo with Dylan Dowson, of onX Hunt. onX Maps is known for revolutionizing the way outdoorsman and women think about mapping. It's been a decade since initially offering their mapping & property use program to recreationalists who were thirsty for a new way. Now, an in an unbeliev…
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In this week's episode, Erik hops on a call with Sean Murphy of KGM Suppressors to talk about how he joined the hunting industry. When he got into competitive shooting and the success he has had how KGM Suppressors work! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of M…
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Kyle Thompson, Oklahoma native, founded Undaunted Life in 2017. The mission of Undaunted. Life is equipping men to push back darkness. They do this by providing content that leads men to forge spiritual, mental, and physical resilience. Kyle is also the host of Undaunted. Life: A Man's Podcast, which has reached the top 10 and top 15 on the Apple P…
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Erik sits down with Mike Vause from Smith & Edwards to talk 1st Focal Plane vs 2nd Focal Plane, the new addition of Night Force scopes at S&E, and MOA vs MIL. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products. MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWz www.mul…
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Andy Galpin is a professor of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He is the Co-Director of the Center for Sport Performance and Founder/Director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Physiology Laboratory. He is a Human Performance scientist with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics and has collaborated with top-tier athletes across…
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Erik and Aaron talk about their recent trip to Alaska hunting black bears, and the upcoming meet and greet at Smith and Edwards on Friday, June 14th, and Saturday, June 15th. Be sure to check out the event! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off MagView products. …
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus sits down with her good friends Jen O’Hara, Norissa Harman & Morgan Mills. They talk good memories, how some things have changed and others have stayed the same, then look forward to what the future holds. Jen and Norissa are the co-founders of Girls With Guns. GWG started producing hunting gear for wom…
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Retired U.S. Navy Diver John Barklow spent more than two decades teaching U.S. Special Operations Forces. He’s also trained professional rescue groups and first responders. Currently, John develops clothing and equipment systems at Sitka Gear for the hunting industry.To learn more about John, follow him on Instagram at @jbarklow and check out knowl…
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Join us as we explore the mythopoetic men’s movement, inspired by Robert Bly’s "Iron John," and how it aimed to fill the emotional void left by distant paternal figures. We'll uncover the cultural significance of this movement, which relied on Jungian psychology and pagan spirituality, examining its rise in the context of post-World War II alienati…
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As the CEO and founder of Montana Knife Company, Josh has combined his passion for hunting and extensive knowledge of blades to create one of the fastest-growing US-based manufacturing companies in the US outdoor industry. Montana Knife Company specializes in high-quality hunting knives for hunters and blue-collar working people.Josh Smith, a fifth…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is as the SCI Show in Nashville sitting down with Seth Swerczek from Hornady & Gabriella Hoffman. Seth Swerczek Hornady’s Marketing Communications Manager. Seth plays a key role in the various methods of external communications on behalf of Hornady. Seth is a ballistic expert with a deep personal passio…
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In November 2024, Akshay will set foot in Antarctica to begin a 1,700 mile journey where he will drag a 400-pound sled filled with all his supplies needed to survive in one of the most unforgiving environments on the planet.For 110 days, he will endure temperatures below -40 degrees, and hurricane force winds as he makes his way across the coldest,…
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Erik and Aaron sit down to talk about their recent trip to Montana, with Ryan Watson from MTNTOUGH Fitness. They meet up with their good friend Wyatt O'Day and chase bears for the week. Erik is using his new .22 creedmoor to take down a bear and Ryan is going to use a Walther PDP 9mm to shoot a bear with the help of new friend Jake and his hounds! …
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The majority of Americans have been catechized to believe that psychologists are the experts when it comes to happiness and human flourishing. But as Abigail Shrier says in her new book, "Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up," it's probably true that psychologists are the last people on earth to consult about how to raise healthy kids. Why i…
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Jim Shockey is an award-winning outdoor writer, wildlife photographer, filmmaker, naturalist, wilderness guide, TV host, and outfitter. He owns several exclusive outfitting territories in Canada's wildlands, including the renowned Pacific Rim Guide Territory on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and the Rogue River Outfitting in the Yukon Territor…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is as the SHOT Show in Las Vegas sitting down with three members of Team Ruger: Doug Koenig, Abby Jackley and Lauryl Akenhead. It was wonderful to catch up with three amazing shooters and hear about how they came to be honored with becoming part of Team Ruger, as well as what they have planned for this …
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Today’s guest is Remi Warren. Remi is a hunter, guide, and conservationist who is passionate about sharing his knowledge and information with others. He’s worked as a hunting guide, outfitter, outdoor writer, photographer, videographer, and TV personality. At the age of 22, he opened Montana OutWest Outfitters in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana, s…
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Erik and Aaron sit down to talk about their recent Oryx hunt in New Mexico. This animal is native to the plains of Africa and in the 1960's it was brought in by New Mexico Game & Fish. 93 Oryx were orignally released onto the Tularosa Basin but their numbers have rapidly produced far exdeeding 7,000+ aniamls. They are tough, spooky and beautiful an…
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Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win, Dichotomy of Leadership, host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor.You can…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, host Kristy Titus is joined by co-founder of TETRA Hearing, Bill Dickinson. Live from the SCI Show in Nashville Kristy and Bill dive into what Tetra Hearing is all about. TETRA Hearing was conceived and founded by Bill Dickinson, Au.D. and David Gnewikow, Ph.D. With 50 years combined experience in the hearing care i…
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In this episode, I'll talk about why we should ridicule what is ridiculous and why we should smash idols in public. In particular, we'll talk about the three daughters of feminism—three visions for womanhood—that need to be dismantled. They are what I'm calling Girl Boss, Inc., Taylor Swift, and Yoga Pants. In Judges 6, Gideon was raised up by the …
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Cliff Gray is an avid outdoorsman, pilot and certified wilderness firstresponder. He has personally guided dozens of big game hunts, while his previous businesseshave operated more than a thousand wilderness expeditions. 🐏 Start Training with MTNTOUGH Get 6-Weeks Free:Use code MTNPOD on the monthly option at checkout at https://mtntough.com/ Do you…
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This week Erik has on MTNTOUGH Founder Dustin Diefenderfer. They talk about mindset, mental toughness, and overcoming adversity. Dustin shares his life after college where he and his wife quit their jobs and moved to Africa. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off …
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Today’s guest is Michael “Rod” Rodríguez. Rod is the President and CEO of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation. He joined the U.S. Army in 1992 and attended the Special Forces Assessment and Selection course to become a Green Beret in 1997. In 2013, he was medically retired due to numerous combat injuries. His last assignment as a Green …
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In his book, The Silver Chair, C.S. Lewis tells an interesting story about a dilapidated school run by a woman trying to be a Head. She is a picture of what happens when women are wrongly put in places of rule, and how weaponized empathy controls an environment—and eats it alive. We'll talk about male headship, why it is necessary, and why women ar…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is as the Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City. Kristy sits down with the founder of MTNTOUGH, Dustin Diefenderfer. Dustin helps individuals reach their specific personal and professional goals by pushing them to become more mentally tough. An ultramarathoner and backcountry hunter, Dustin focuses on mountain an…
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On this episode, Erik has on Utah Wildlife Biologist Dustin Mitchell. He shares information he's gathered over the years on bears and a couple of funny stories that have happened to him as well. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products. MTNTOUGH …
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Learn how to embrace struggle and live a more abundant life. Bert delivers extraordinary wisdom and breaks it down into simple and applicable mindset adaptations. Don't forget to Subscribe and Stay Dangerous.Growing up with a barbell in his hand has been pivotal in charting the course of his life and leading him to become a 4-time Division 1 All-Am…
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In this episode, Erik has on Blake Shmyr of Big Tine Adventures to talk about trophy black bears and how long it takes for a bear to mature to trophy class. They also talk about how to identify a bear's sex and different characteristics from boars to sows. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use …
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In this episode, I talk with Charles Haywood about his term, No Enemies to the Right (NETTR), and the updated version, No Enemies On the Right (NEOTR). It's not uncommon today to see conservatives attacking each other, but we talk about why guarding the right flank isn't the best strategy for winning the culture war. We also talk about Charles' wri…
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Sean Lake is the co-founder of BUBS Naturals. The BUBS namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB’ Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2012. In addition to remembering Glen for the patriot he is, the BUBS ethos centers around the passionate and adventure-seeking life that Glen lived. Sean is a former professional athlete, marketing execut…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is as the SHOT Show in Las Vegas. First, Kristy sits down Marisa LaRen who is an amazing tattooer and fine artist. She like to shoot, is learning to hunt and grew up spending time in the outdoors. Reginald Justin is a veteran, 2A advocate, firearms coach and content creator from Scottsdale, AZ. Make sur…
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Erik and Aaron head to Smith & Edwards, their favorite store out west and where they grew up buying hunting gear. They sit down with Mike Vause, who's worked for the company for 40+ years! Smith & Edwards started as a surplus military store back in 1947 and has been a staple in Farr West and the Odgen Valley for decades as one of the most unique st…
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Join us for an inspiring episode on the MTNTOUGH Podcast with Navy Seal Chad Wright:After overcoming an initial rejection by the US Navy to attend SEAL training, Chadd Wright became the first person in Naval Special Warfare history to undergo elective open heart surgery to remove an asymptomatic pericardial cyst and eventually push forward to flawl…
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In this episode, I talk with Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness, about his journey from the missionary fields of Africa to training the ultimate outdoor athletes on the mountain. We talk about overcoming adversity, honing mental toughness, and pushing through mental roadblocks. Dustin has built training programs with the help of Speci…
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Erik and Aaron have a call with Nick Hopkins the owner and founder of Boar Masters. What started as a passion for bear hunting turned into starting his own wild game attractants brand. Listen in as they discuss Nick's best tips for baiting bears and what he's learned over the years! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGHFitness and get 6 weeks free with cod…
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Join us for an inspiring episode with Joe De Sena, the founder of Spartan Race. Discover how Joe's passion for resilience and mental toughness is shaping a healthier, more patriotic world. Don't miss out on his valuable insights and advice on transforming our country towards a positive fitness and health direction. Subscribe now for more motivating…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is as the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo. Kristy sits down with the founder of Born Primitive, Bear Handlon. Born Primitive is an “athlete-driven, patriot-inspired,” apparel company, who dug its roots deep within the fitness industry; two years later they have expanded into the outdoor technical …
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Christian Schauf is not only the founder of Uncharted Supply Co., but he also has a unique background in music and service. Before diving into the world of entrepreneurship, Christian found himself on stages around the world, but his most memorable performances took place in the heart of conflict zones. As a musician, Christian traveled to conflict…
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Brian Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation and the author of Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential. He’s 50% Philosopher + 50% CEO and 101% committed to helping create a world in which 51% of humanity is flourishing by the year 2051. As a Philosopher/teacher, he’s helped millions of people from around the world, trained…
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Erik has been hunting bears for a while now and has compiled a list of 11 Spring Bear Hunting Tips that he has learned over the years! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products. MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWz 11 Spring Bear Hunting Tips Art…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus is as the NSSF SHOT Show. She sits down with Olaf Klutke of Zarges Cases, competitive shooter Rei Hoang & Sharenda Birts of wildHERness. Olaf Klutke is the Vice President and General Manager for Zarges Cases; Larges is making incredible cases for all of your safe storage needs. Rei Hoang is a competitiv…
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Bear, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Born Primitive, a fitness, athleisure, and outdoor apparelbrand and the co-host of The Born Primitive Podcast. In 2014, Bear co-founded Born Primitive, a company that began with a single product designand has since grown into a global lifestyle brand with a diverse line of high-performanceapparel. He is also a for…
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Erik welcomes back Seth Swerczek, AKA the Wizz Kid, from Hornady to talk about the best calibers for western big game hunting. Seth picks his top 3 and his overall favorite caliber he would use if he could only pick one caliber to hunt with. Be sure to check out MTN Tough Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFRE…
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When you picture a family business, do you think of bulletproof vests and ballistic protection? That's the unique world Alex Stewart of Premier Body Armor and I explored as we unraveled the company's journey from a small metal shop to the forefront of personal armor. Our conversation took us through the transformation of protective gear, touching o…
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Corey Jacobsen is an 11-time World Elk Calling Champion, the 2022 SIG Hunter Games Champion, and host of the Elk Talk Podcast. He has a distinguished career as a highly skilled hunter. Recognized nationwide as a leading authority in elk calling and hunting instruction, he is a highly sought after resource in the field. Corey is the founder of Elk10…
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On this episode of Wild & Uncut, Kristy Titus sits down with Kevin Guillen; Kevin does marketing for Wilderness Athlete. We talk about his 2023 season, and the adventures he had. We also go in depth on heath and what living a healthy lifestyle means for your adventures in the mountains. Wilderness Athlete has some amazing new products and are such …
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Erik, Aaron & Sheriff Paytey talk about the recent film "Coyotes Ate My 207 Colorado Buck!" They go into more detail about what happened on the hunt what led up to shooting the buck and everything after. They also talk about Muley Freak's new partnership with MTN Tough Fitness. Be sure to use code "MULEYFREAK" when you sign up for 6 weeks free. Use…
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