CRÜZR RADIO

In this milestone 50th episode of CRÜZR Radio, we sit down with Travis Avery from Sawyer Products to talk about something every outdoorsman needs to hear: outdoor protection. Travis walks us through Sawyer’s game-changing permethrin spray, why tick-borne diseases are on the rise, and how a simple step before your hunt can prevent Lyme, Alpha-Gal, and more. Plus, we go beyond the woods—diving into...

After a week filled with turkey talk at the convention, turkeys are still top of mind—and who better to dive deep with than Jason Lupardus from Turkeys for Tomorrow? In this episode of CRÜZR Radio, Jason shares what’s really happening with wild turkey populations, why numbers are declining, and what hunters and conservationists can do to protect the future of these iconic birds. From surprising in...

Join us on this lively episode of CRÜZR Radio, recorded live from ATA, as we sit down with Connor and Cole from The Road Outdoors. We dive into a world of game-changing hunting tech, unforgettable buck stories, and the ups and downs of a challenging deer season. From innovative bino harness designs to a gyro-stabilizer that keeps your aim true, you’ll hear about the latest gear shaking up the hunt...

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of CRÜZR Radio (Episode 47), the team gathers around the mic for a special send-off as they bid farewell to Hunter. Between the goodbyes, they relive some of their most memorable moments from the hunting season – from near misses with bucks, stolen cameras, and late-season coyotes to broken drop tines and all-out struggles in the woods. Hunter’s departure mar...

Join us on From the Field as we sit down with CRÜZR Ambassador Clay Cannon to dive into his 2023 hunting season. From near misses to the challenges of pursuing a buck with nine lives, Clay shares his passion, perseverance, and lessons learned. This is one episode you won’t want to miss! =================================================================================== CRÜZR's Socials : Instagram:...

Join us for an exciting episode of From The Field by CRÜZR Radio as we welcome Jeremy Stiehl of Locked In Productions. From unforgettable whitetail hunts to capturing every moment on camera, Jeremy shares his journey in the outdoors. Discover his approach to balancing hunting passion with professional videography, hear about his favorite gear, and learn how he maximizes success in the field. Wheth...

Join us for episode 46 of CRÜZR Radio as we dive into the fascinating world of wildlife ecology with Dr. Bradley Cohen, professor at Tennessee Tech University. Dr. Cohen shares insights into his journey from New York suburbs to becoming a leading wildlife researcher, exploring topics like deer vision, turkey population studies, and the science informing hunting regulations. Discover how his work o...

In this episode of CRÜZR Radio, we dive deep into the realities of modern hunting, from juggling family life and careers to mastering the art of hunting during unpredictable rut seasons. Join the team as they share stories of trade show adventures, encounters with record-breaking bucks, and the evolution of hunting tactics. Topics include debates on trail cameras’ influence on deer behavior, the v...

In this episode of CRÜZR Radio, we’re taking you behind the scenes! Join the CRÜZR team as they dive into the highly anticipated launch of the new Solution Sticks, sharing the story behind their design and development. You’ll hear unfiltered hunting stories from early season successes to surprising wildlife encounters. From tales of close encounters with coyotes and tracking elusive bucks, to test...

Welcome to From the Field, a new CRÜZR series hosted by Andrew Taylor! In each episode, we dive into real-time hunting stories and experiences straight from CRÜZR ambassadors across the country. Today, we’re joined by Connor Mobley, a CRÜZR ambassador and producer of The Road Outdoors, who takes us through his season so far. From securing last-minute hunting permissions to capturing the action on...

In this episode of CRÜZR Radio, host Andrew Taylor sits down with TWRA officers to delve into the responsibilities of a wildlife officer and the critical role of conservation in Tennessee. Discover what it means to be a game warden, explore recent hunting laws, and hear the unique challenges and regulations that come with modern hunting technologies. From public land hunting tips to managing bear...

In this episode of CRÜZR Radio, host Andrew Taylor is joined by three-time CrossFit Games athlete Luke Parker. They dive into a rich conversation about Luke’s journey in fitness, his deep-rooted faith, and his love for the outdoors. Luke shares stories from his experience as a CrossFit athlete, how his faith has shaped his life, and how bowhunting has become a newfound passion. Tune in for discuss...

In this episode of CRÜZR Radio, host Andrew Taylor is joined by CRÜZR founder Chad Rice and special guests Sam Brown and Marissa Wright, former agriculture teachers who are revolutionizing ag education through the “Field to Fork” program. They discuss how agro-tourism and upland bird hunting are being used to teach students the skills and values that come from working the land and hunting. Learn h...

In this episode, we’re joined by Andy Melton and David Williams from Midwest Whitetail as they share their insights and experiences from the field. We kick things off with a discussion about turkey hunting and how gaining permission to hunt on private land has evolved as the sport grows in popularity. Andy and David dive into the unique challenges of filming their hunts, and how modern technology—...

In this episode, we talk with the manager and a top volunteer of the Hunters for the Hungry program in Tennessee. Learn how this initiative connects deer hunters with local food banks and shelters, providing over 147,000 pounds of donated venison to feed an estimated 600,000 meals last year. Discover the impact this program is making in people's lives and how you can get involved, whether you hunt...

In this episode, host Andrew Taylor is joined by special guests Evan Winnie and Justin Ryan as they dive into the details of prepping for the upcoming whitetail season. From setting up trail cameras to fine-tuning your saddle hunting gear, the crew shares key tips to get your setup ready. The discussion also covers scouting techniques, saddle safety, and some memorable stories from recent hunts. W...

Andrew Taylor sits down with Chad Rice and Hunter Harris to talk about the 2024 Tennessee velvet and dove seasons. They dive into the ups and downs of hunting in the heat, unexpected success with doves on public land, and share a few wild stories, including run-ins with snakes and poison ivy. They also break down a remarkable deer hunt in Livingston, discuss the impact of urbanization on deer size...

Episode #36, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter Harris. This week on the podcast we are joined with Founder, Chad Rice, and Lifetime outdoor enthusiast/teacher Scott Cronin. Today we talk about education for hunters, hunting ethics, and getting back to our roots as outdoorsmen and women. =================================================================================== CRÜZR's Socials : Instagr...

Episode #35, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter Harris. This week on the podcast we are joined with CRUZR Ambassador Member, John "RedBeard" McCormick. RedBeard takes us through his experiences of hunting Elk out in Utah and some of the difficulties and challenges associated with it. We also talk about predator populations and the "reintroduction" of certain predators into some states. Will it h...

Episode #34, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter Harris. This week on the podcast we are joined with Director of Eastern Operations at Skre, Locke Wheeler. What is the best food plot for deer? We discuss one of the best ALL YEAR food plot options and how to have a higher chance at killing BIG MATURE bucks. Locke has 30 PLUS years of experience in the deer woods and shares some of his best advice...

Episode #33, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter Harris. This week on the podcast we are joined with Evan Wennie. In this episode we talk about Chad and Evan tagging out in turkey season, one of our favorite hobbies during the summer (bowfishing), and an insanely hot crawfish boil we went to at the 2023 Total Archery Challenge. CRÜZR Website: https://www.cruzr.shop/id/15 =========================...

Episode #32, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter. This week on the podcast we are joined with Terry Shores. We are happy to have Terry back on the podcast! We talk about ways of getting permission properties for hunting, some trailer park deer that Terry has been hunting for the past few seasons, and hunting boots that work for a ll 4 seasons! CRÜZR Website: https://www.cruzr.shop/id/15 =========...

Episode #31, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter. This week on the podcast we are joined with Tristin Williams. Tristin is the owner of Final Cut Productions, helps film Bassmaster TV shows, and a multitude of other projects in the production industry! CRÜZR Website: https://www.cruzr.shop/id/15 Final Cut Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finalcutoutdoors/ Facebook: https://www.facebo...

Episode #30, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter Harris. This week on the podcast we are joined with Founder Chad Rice and Host of the 4 Fletch Podcast, Andrew Taylor. Our new posting schedule will be every week on Tuesdays at 8am so be sure to tune in to each episode! CRÜZR Website: https://www.cruzr.shop/id/15 4 Feltch Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2HKlgxof0y1mO93ggMpsbB ===============...

Episode #29, Hosted by Michael Brandon and Hunter Harris. This week on the podcast we are joined with Ed "The Dragon" Stewart and The Movement Specialist, Justin Ryan. Square pillows are apparently a thing. What is the cost to get into Backpacking? We learned today that medical Botox is a thing? CRÜZR Website: https://www.cruzr.shop/id/15 ===========================================================...