The Hunt Stealth Podcast

You can shoot hundreds of arrows on the range, but when a buck finally steps into range, you might only get one shot. Are you actually ready to make it? In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, I sit down with Eric Christie, founder of Transcend Archery and creator of the Skyhook, to talk about bowhunting, preparation, innovation, faith, and what it really takes to build something from the gro...

After returning home from Afghanistan, Jay McCoy was struggling with depression, anger, sleepless nights, and the weight of losing six teammates during a deployment. He had stopped doing many of the things he loved. Then one day, he noticed his bow case collecting dust in the garage. He picked it up and headed to the range. For the next two hours, something happened that he hadn't experienced...

On December 21, 2015, six of Jay McCoy's teammates were killed during a patrol in Afghanistan. It was a mission Jay was originally supposed to be on. When he returned home, the weight of that loss followed him. Anger, depression, sleepless nights, and isolation became part of his everyday life. Then one day, he found his bow collecting dust in the garage. He took it to the range and spent two...

From Wild Living to Faith: Adam Grenda's Unexpected Journey | Hunt Stealth Podcast What happens when a hard-partying Alaska bush pilot who never imagined himself becoming religious starts questioning the direction of his life? In this Hunt Stealth Podcast mini episode, Ryan Uffens sits down with Alaska bush pilot, hunter, and entrepreneur Adam Grenda for a conversation that goes well beyond hu...

What does it take to survive as a bush pilot in one of the most unforgiving environments in the world? In this Hunt Stealth Podcast mini episode, Ryan Uffens sits down with Alaska bush pilot, hunter, and entrepreneur Adam Grenda to talk about the hard-earned lessons that come from flying in the remote Alaskan wilderness, where one bad decision can have deadly consequences. Adam shares an analogy t...

In Episode 093 of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Michigan hunter Art’om Rank for a conversation about what actually makes hunters better over time. Art’om grew up hunting from a young age and brings an analytical approach to mature whitetails that was shaped in part by his background in competitive baseball. They talk about why the best hunters often spend more time scouting than hu...

Jeremiah Plyer had been building points for years, originally thinking moose was the once-in-a-lifetime hunt he wanted. Eventually, he shifted his attention to desert bighorn sheep because the draw landscape looked different, even though he admits he knew very little about sheep hunting at the time. Then one spring, instead of just buying another point, he put in for an archery sheep tag in the Di...

In Episode #092 of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Tanner Davis and Seth Anderson to talk hunting technology, archery innovation, learning through failure, and what actually helps someone become a better hunter. Tanner is the co-founder of Kiba Outdoors, an off-grid mapping and communication system designed to help hunting partners stay connected when cell service disappears. He expl...

Sometimes becoming a better hunter means doing less. On Episode 091 of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, I sit down with Curtis Bryner to talk about the lessons he's picked up through years of hunting across the West and beyond—and the biggest one might be the simplest: patience. Curtis grew up hunting the Wasatch Front here in Utah and has spent years working in the hunting industry. But some of the...

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Kellen Hansen for a conversation that starts with fly fishing, hunting, food, and the outdoors... but eventually goes somewhere much deeper. Kellen shares how growing up in southeastern Idaho and losing his dad at a young age shaped his connection to the outdoors. He tells the story of catching his first cutthroat trout on a grasshop...

n this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast , Ryan sits down with James Nash of Six Ranch Outfitters , a lifelong hunter, rancher, Marine Corps veteran, and guide with more than two decades of experience in the field. James brings a completely different perspective to becoming a more effective hunter—one built around patience, observation, understanding animal behavior, and learning to think like a...

On this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast , Ryan sits down with Josh Terry, owner of Juniper Meat Company , for a conversation that goes far beyond wild game processing. Josh shares his unlikely journey from military and law enforcement intelligence to building a business centered entirely around wild game, including the failures, hard lessons, and moments of doubt that came with taking the leap...

On this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Wyoming hunters and cousins Garrett King and Devan Moody to talk about growing up outdoors, becoming everyday working-class hunters, and why the experience matters just as much as punching a tag. Garrett and Devan share the story of a Wyoming mule deer hunt that started with a late-night drive, a few too many alarms getting snoozed a...

At just 22 years old, Joey Visser is already building a name for himself in the hunting industry through hard work, great storytelling, and a willingness to bet on himself. In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, recorded at the Total Archery Challenge in Seven Springs, Joey shares how he walked away from college football to chase his lifelong dream of hunting and creating outdoor content for...

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan Uffens sits down with Brayden Staples at the Wilde Arrow Archery range to talk about hunting, family, personal growth, and the lessons that only time in the outdoors can teach. Brayden shares how hunting with his father in the Kamas and Coalville areas shaped his childhood and created memories that had far more to do with time together than the ani...

Alaska bush pilot, hunter, entrepreneur and father Adam Grenda joins Ryan for one of the most honest and unpredictable conversations yet on The Hunt Stealth Podcast. Adam lives in King Salmon, Alaska, with his wife and six adopted children. He shares how a fascination with Alaska’s bush planes led him to begin flight training at 19, eventually building thousands of hours of experience flying in so...

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with JT Maguire, outfield and base running coach for the Cleveland Guardians, to talk baseball, hunting, discipline, and the lessons that connect the diamond to the backcountry. JT shares his journey from growing up in Maryland with baseball as his entire identity, to climbing the coaching ranks through high school, college, and eventuall...

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Taylor Lyman to talk about his path back into hunting, the addiction of bowhunting, and the lessons that only come from time on the mountain. Taylor shares how he grew up around hunting, stepped away during his football and work years, then came back to Utah and dove headfirst into archery hunting. The conversation covers early rifle...

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan sits down with Tyler Turco — a hunter, outdoor filmmaker, photographer, and professional saddle bronc rider. Tyler shares how he got started in rodeo, what it was like competing at places like Cheyenne Frontier Days, and how serious injuries forced him to adapt, including relearning how to shoot a bow after tearing his tricep. The conversation also...

I had the opportunity to sit down with Brian Call on The Gritty Podcast at BLK FLG HQ for a conversation about bowhunting, starting later in life, and what hunting has done for me personally. In this episode, Brian and I talk about the story behind The Hunt Stealth Podcast , how my son Jaxon helped pull me into archery hunting, and why I wanted to build a podcast for people who are new to hunting....

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast , Ryan Uffens sits down with Nate Illignsworth for a raw, honest conversation about the realities of hunting, growth, and what it takes to level up in the field. Nate shares his journey, lessons learned through failure, and the mindset required to push through the tough seasons every hunter faces. From strategy and preparation to the mental battles that...

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast , Ryan Uffens sits down with Kade Maddock of Madd Hunts to talk about growing up in a hunting family, building an outfitting business in Mexico, and the launch of the Creators Camp Collective —a collaboration of hunting creators working together to produce powerful storytelling and brand partnerships in the hunting industry. Kade shares the story of a mu...

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast , Ryan Uffens sits down with Trevor Trifaux of Compass Grid Labradors to talk about hunting, dog training, and the lessons learned through years in the field. Trevor shares stories from growing up around predator control with his father, getting hooked on bowhunting, and the grind that comes with chasing bears, moose, elk, and deer. They also dive into T...

In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast , Ryan sits down with Lee Harrison, founder of Spark Media House, to break down the current state of marketing in the hunting and outdoor industry. Lee shares his journey from small-town Colorado athlete to working with powerhouse brands like Kuiu, YETI, Leica, Schnee’s, and Sitka — and how that experience shaped his mission to help small and mid-sized o...

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, host Ryan Uffens sits down with Austin Malloy, an avid hunter and sales professional. They discuss Austin's journey into hunting, his memorable experiences with elk, and the importance of family in fostering a love for the outdoors. Austin shares insights from his recent successful elk hunt, tips for scouting and preparing for hunting seasons, and a...