Public land hunting hits different; and while more challenging at times, it can also be more rewarding. Most certainly when things come together on a shooter buck! For Fall Obsession Staffer Tanner Higgins, it all seemed to come together within seconds at first light, but then quickly turned for the worst when a blood trail never ended. This is a story that you cannot makeup; with one improbable event leading to another, and a determined hunter who saw it through to the end on Oklahoma Public...

One deep dive on whitetail hunting is all it takes to realize there is so much more to it than sitting in a stand and waiting on the first brown thing to walk by. This week we take one of those whitetail deep dives in deer camp with show host Sam and his dad, Mark. A lot has changed in 3 years on their Texas whitetail property, and they have had to grow as hunters along with it. They talk about those changes they have witnessed, how the deer have adapted with them, and how their hunting...

What is it about hunting Texas that is so captivating? Why is having a deer lease with deer feeders highly sought after in the Lone Star State? These are the things Johnny Mack from Soul Seekers is now having to learn and understand for himself. Johnny, coming from the Pacific Northwest, has never hunted outside of the well-known "western style" of pursuit. A move to Texas a couple years ago has now forced him to adapt to a whole new playbook when it comes to pursuing wild game. Johnny joins...

A giant has fallen... Mike Tepe is back on the podcast with an early season tag notched on a Midwestern Stud! Mike is the host of our Midwest Mindset series on CarbonTV, and has poured a lot of time, work and money into managing his various whitetail habitats in the Midwest. All that hard work finally paid off on October 8th, 2023! Mike shares with us the story; a cat-and-mouse journey of his pursuit of this buck once he began daylighting. It all came down to Mike being in the wrong stand...

Everything is bigger in Texas, right? This week we're joined by our friend and Fall Obsession Staff Member Chad Jones from The Lone Star State! Chad is no stranger to big bucks, and his trophy wall reflects that (check out the podcast video!) Sam and Chad sit down for a detailed conversation over whitetail behavior and habits, hunting strategies and tactics, and what it truly takes to fill your tag on a real giant! Chad tells us what activity and shifts in patterns he looks for on his cell...

First Responders and Military Personnel hold a heavy place in our hearts and minds; and 9/11 is certainly no exception. In this episode two of our very own first responders, Sam and Nick, sit down to reflect on one of the most tragic days in American history. They discuss the gravity of that event and the lasting effects we can still see in the first responder community over two decades later. Sam and Nick talk about what it is like being on that red line today, the truthfulness of the job,...

The new bows are in, and our Fall Obsession crew has been flinging arrows in preparation for deer season 2023! In this episode Sam and Todd sit down to talk archery, starting off with their new Elite Omnia's! From the second they came out of the box, these bows were poised for accuracy and deadliness. In this discussion, we talk the pros and cons of the new bows, today's technology in the archery industry, arrows, bow tuning, deer hunting, and more! Todd is also our Staff Manager at Fall...

Whitetail Season is right around the corner, and no better person to catch up with than our very own Staffer Michael Tepe! Michael manages multiple whitetail properties in Michigan and Indiana, and is the host of our "Midwest Mindset" show on CarbonTV. Michael and Sam talk habitat management in this episode; covering a multitude of topics from summer food plots, setups, property improvement, whitetail behavior and much more! Texas whitetails and hog hunting on Sam's home turf also comes up,...

We're back for another deep archery conversation between guest Mike Behrens and show host Sam! This time, the conversation stems from a simple question; how far can you shoot your bow? Inspired by a third-party article in which the author stated they would never take a shot from more than 30 yards on a live animal, Sam and Mike dive in to discuss the topic; bringing to light many variables that should be considered when determining the proper distance from which to release an arrow. The two...

Sam is joined by Outdoors Dan from The Outdoor Call Radio Show & Respect the Game TV! Dan has been in the hunting and outdoor industry for many years, and has certainly seen first hand how things have evolved over time. Despite an ever changing industry, two things have remained consistent; Dan's love for hunting and radio. Dan talks about his roots in radio and how it didn't take long to merge his two passions into an outdoor radio show. Dan tells us the origins of The Outdoor Call Radio...

"You never know what spark is going to ignite a soul!" Our guest this week is Johnny Mack from Soul Seekers! Johnny has hit the ground running the past few years with his new and growing outdoor brand and a simple mission; Mentorship is Conservation. Johnny shares with us his passionate and unique journey, going from someone who had never hunted to an obsessed Washington Backcountry hunter, and now a resident of the great state of Texas! A journey with many hurdles and learning experiences,...

Sam is back with guest Mike Behrens this week for one of our all time favorite topics... archery! Mike is a quick up-and-comer to bow hunting, while Sam has a few more seasons and some tech experience under his belt. The two team up and dive in deep to talk bow setups, arrow builds, sights and other accessories, and more! Sam brings our focus to where he believes every archer's mindset should be in the summer, and that is out shooting your bow preparing for fall. This is great conversation...

Our guests this week are RJ Cianciarulo and Aubrey Miller from Content King Media! RJ has grown up in the hunting industry, learning the ins and outs from his parents (Ralph & Vicki) as he goes. Now accompanied by Aubrey, the two make up a big piece of the dream team behind Content King, and shows like "Archers Choice", "The Choice" and more! RJ and Aubrey share with us their journey and the ever evolving task of keeping up with the trends of social media, as well as keeping their own...

The recipe for tagging big, mature whitetails year after year is a hard one to crack. It takes patience, consistency, discipline and a little bit of luck to bring it all together, and Emily Schaad is no stranger to any of that. Emily has been hunting big Ohio whitetails for years, mostly off of permission pieces and now her own recent land acquisition only adds to her future opportunities. Emily talks with us about her mindset behind hunting big deer, what makes a mature buck, scouting...

What is a good camo pattern? Is there such a thing as a bad one? "The Theory of Camouflage" sums up the general topic we're seeking to break down in this week's episode. Joined once again by special guest and military veteran Mike Behrens, podcast host Sam leads detailed conversation over the very important, yet sometimes overlooked topic of concealment and stealth. The two talk about general camo patterns and the importance of shade, color and shape over leaf, grass and tree. They talk about...

Are you paying attention? Do you keep up with the "political landscape" as it relates to hunting, fishing and the outdoors? Politics has always been something podcast host Sam Thrash tries to steer clear of while on-the-air, but in this episode we get him to crack that door open a little bit. Mike Behrens is this week's guest, and he and Sam dive in deep covering some current events that "could" impact hunters under certain circumstances. This rich conversation continues to discuss the...

Thunderchicken's are dropping, and the Tepe's made quick work of their season! Michael an his wife Sydney join us this week to recap their stellar start to the year. With access to multiple different properties in their area, it was only a matter of time before they got on a bird. But for a family of 5, a sudden change in babysitter plans can mess up a hunting plan. Nevertheless, they adjusted, and the results spoke for themselves. We also catch up with Sydney and learn more about her...

Turkey season is here! And man did it start off with a bang! A couple of them actually. We catch up with Todd after his trip to the Southeast for the GA turkey opener with Staffer Kendra DeBerry. The two teamed up in this year's Turkey Hunt Competition, and kicked things off with some bad weather and aggressive tactics. Kendra's tenure as a turkey hunter and experienced caller turned their luck for the better, and it wasn't long before Todd was looking at a respectable gobbler! The story...

This podcast features Sam back on 1350 ESPN with Outdoors Dan and The Outdoor Call Radio Show! Sam joins Dan as one of his weekend guests again to talk some Texas Hunting! Sam and Dan discuss turkey hunting, off-season prep, hog hunting and the damages caused by feral hogs, Fall Obsession's 2023 Turkey Hunt Competition, and more! This is a great short episode, and we are thankful for our partnership with Outdoors Dan and The Outdoor Call Radio! For more hunting & outdoor content,...

Our crew had one heck of a season last year, and we're gearing up for an even better one! Fall Obsession Production Director Nick Powell sits down with Andy, Todd and Sam to talk about their hunting plans and schedules for the 2023 seasons; yet the conversation goes many places with this fun group! They talk hunting feral hogs (and Bigfoot), waterfowl and sandhill crane hunting, deer hunting, and dream hunts; not excluding the highly coveted Alaskan Caribou hunt! This is an extremely fun and...

We're back with the second half of the crew from crane camp for Part 2 of our Texas Sandhill Crane series! Andy and Kess join Todd and Sam this week to share their thoughts and experiences from the incredible weekend in Texas last December! They talk about where the original interest for this trip stemmed from, the incredible differences in hunting crane compared to other waterfowl, funny stories, favorite memories, and more! It's always a fun time with the crew, and this episode is no...

Putting in for a Colorado Big Game Tag can be overwhelming; which is why we're grateful to have our Western Staff Coordinator Tim Berges on board. Tim is very well versed in the CPW rules and regs, and studies them diligently every year. Tim joins us this week to help break down the complex system, and give us the need to know information around draw applications. Tim breaks down the details around Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail, Pronghorn, Moose, Mountain Goat, Rocky Mountain Big Horn, and...

Our Mid-West team continues to dish out some legit episodes! For this conversation, Todd made the trip to Minnesota to sit down in person with Andy and podcast host Drew. Their conversation revolves around bird hunting, and not just one kind of bird hunting; any and all kinds! They talk waterfowl, the upcoming 2023 Fall Obsession snow goose hunt, upland game and their pheasant hunting efforts in MN, and even a little spring turkey talk! Tune in for the funny stories, hunt talk, tips and...

Sandhill Crane in west Texas is on many hunter's bucket lists; and our Fall Obsession crew is no exception to that! Half of our 2022 Sandhill Crane crew joins us this week to recap one of their most incredible experiences. Todd, Delaney and Tyler put the hurt on some Texas dinosaurs real quick, fast and in a hurry last December! The crew recaps their unbelievable experience, talking about the differences between hunting sandhill crane compared to other waterfowl, and more. As always, a Fall...

We are back for part 2 of last week's conversation; "The Mental Game". Our crew returns to talk archery, bow hunting, target practice, hunt prep, gear, and knowing your limits as an archer and hunter. The conversation picks up where last episode's ended, and Todd, Michael, Nick and Sam dive into the intricacies of off-season prep, and other things such as the differences between what you're capable of in practice, versus what you're prepared to do in the woods. Part 2 of "The Mental Game" is...