The Nomad Strength Show

Today I'm joined by Chance Skelton, the founder of Rut Holsters. We explore our shared love for the outdoors and hunting, and dive into the story of Rut Holsters' growth from a side gig to a successful business. Episode Highlights: How Ross and Chance connected through Instagram and their mutual passion for the outdoors The journey of Rut Holsters from a side project to a thriving business Innovat...

In today's episode we have a great conversation with Matt Eich, the owner of Mule Resonator Guitars. We explore Matt's journey in building resonator guitars and the fascinating overlap between his passion for music and his involvement in fitness and jiu-jitsu. Highlights: - Matt's journey in building resonator guitars - The synergy between music and jiu-jitsu - Training, stone lifting, and finding...

Zach Even-Esh joins us today to discuss; coaching, training, and the importance of multi-dimensional development, the value of time and patience in achieving success and highlight the need for athletes to participate in multiple sports and activities, the changes in training as they age and the importance of proper nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle, the value of finding solutions and being resourcef...

Tate Taylor joins us to discuss cross-country moves, his passion for training and fitness, experiences with ultra-endurance events, challenges of long-distance running, and the beauty of running in the dark. We also highlight dedication and perseverance in endurance sports, share personal stories of training for races, and introduce their project, Be Regenerated, a men's community focused on healt...

Today we've got the one and only Pat McNamara joining the show. We chat about his experience with traditional archery and his journey through illness and recovery. Pat shares how he was drawn to traditional archery after witnessing it at Winter Strong events and how it provided a mental escape from his chronic illness. He discusses his battle with polymyosarumatica, a rare disease that caused chro...

Eric Clark, also known as the Okayest Hunter, shares the origin story of the Okayest brand and his journey into hunting. We discuss the challenges of balancing family life with hunting and the importance of humility and authenticity in the hunting community, the concept of egoless hunting and the need for more authentic representation in the outdoor community, the strategic approach to hunting tri...

Brandon Horoho from Montana Knife Company joins the show to discuss the success of their company and the factors that have contributed to its growth. We get into all kinds of actionable advice for marketers and business owners in this one. Brandon emphasizes the importance of consistent effort and focusing on the core fundamentals of marketing. Montana Knife Company is focused on bringing back Ame...

Scottish stone lifting is a tradition that embodies the strength, resilience, and spirit of the Scottish people. Stone lifting competitions and events, such as the Highland Games, serve as displays of physical prowess and celebrations of Scottish pride and camaraderie. The practice of stone lifting is deeply intertwined with Scottish culture and serves as a reminder of the enduring strength and re...

Today marks the return of Eric Spector, the man behind Bellmade and Touch Grass Company. We had a lot to catch up on and go over; the networking and community-building aspect of kettlebell events, hard style and sport juggling workouts, incorporation of sandbags into routines, and the usage of heavy kettlebells, the evolution of the kettlebell community, the journey of building a website and custo...

Join us for this episode as Anthony Diehl shares his transformative journey from a strongman competitor to a bodybuilding enthusiast, emphasizing his renewed focus on health and longevity. After a significant health crisis, Anthony dives into the crucial changes he's made to his lifestyle and training routines. He discusses the vital role of intensity in workouts, explores the intersection of Fait...

In this episode, we dive deep with Austin Jochum into the world of strength training, coaching innovation, and athletic performance. Austin shares his journey from traditional strength and conditioning to creating a more unique, athlete-centric approach that challenges the status quo. We also cover; the transformation of coaching philosophies, the psychological aspects of coaching, the entrepreneu...

Today we have the return of an OG to the pod, Ray Zingler of Zingler Strength and conditioning. In our time together today we talk about the importance of making training fun and engaging for kids, rather than focusing on strict technique, emphasizing the need for kids to develop a wide range of athletic skills and expose them to different sports and movements, the misconception of suboptimal move...

In this episode, we journey with comic book artist and storyteller Chris Hunt as he shares his personal and professional evolution, from childhood sketches to creating a social media explosion with his Instagram page, Code of the West. We delve into the profound influence of mentorship, the art of storytelling in branding, and the philosophical parallels between stoicism and cowboy culture. Chris...

Welcome back and welcome to the official start to "Season 2" of the Nomad Strength Show. Today we've got a killer episode as we welcome Kris Koerper, the founder of Full Strength Father, to delve into the synergistic relationship between fitness and fatherhood. Discover how physical discipline can not only enhance your role as a father but also elevate your leadership and influence in all walks of...

Don't call it a come back...

The World is Not Just Stuff. Today I'm chatting Ben Garrett, co-host of the Haunted Cosmos podcast. We discuss the fascination with mysteries and the written accounts that explore the supernatural. We dive into the topics of; sea monsters, Atlantis, and the power of mythology, the connection between horror and truth, the importance of good storytelling, and the Christian perspective on tragedy and...

Welcome back to the program everyone. After some time off we are back with a great episode with my good friend, Logan Hanks. We talked about various interesting topics like the development of farming, the struggles of small-scale farmers, and the impact of GPS technology on farming. We also shared our thoughts on some recent films, particularly a 'Civil War' movie that we found interesting. Like m...

In this episode of the show, we dive deep into the life of Cody D' Acquisto - a dedicated athlete, skilled archer, and entrepreneur. From his early years in bodybuilding and powerlifting to his present venture into CrossFit, Cody's journey is a testament to his passion for fitness and its profound influence on his approach to hunting. Our conversation touches on his experiences in competitive powe...

Today marks the return of podcast favorite and friend of the show, Luke Day. Luke is the Head of Strength and Conditioning for the University of South Carolina football program, and creator of Manchild Media. In this conversation, Ross and Luke discuss; the impact of the transfer portal and high turnover in college football, and how it affects building a sustainable culture, the importance of comm...

We're back after a couple weeks off and in this episode where we're going deep into traditional archery and deer hunting with Matt Zirnsack from The Push. This episode is chock-full of golden nuggets of knowledge, fascinating stories, and secret tricks of the trade that'll help you step up your game in hunting whitetail and mule deer, and improving your technique. We're talking about different hun...

In this episode, I chat with guest Jeff Hairston about our shared various passions, including jiu-jitsu, archery, strength training, and fatherhood, so you can imagine we have a lot to talk about. We take a deep dive into Jeff's experiences with Starting Strength, his data tracking methods for improvement, and his recovery from back surgery. He also shares his personal jiu-jitsu approach, the role...

Today on the show I'm joined by former Navy SEAL, professional skydiver and BASE jumper, big game hunter and guide, and a million other awesome things, Trevor Thompson. There's a certain mindset you have to have in order to chase all of the adventures I just listed, and in this conversation we dive into what drives someone to do just that. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5 star rating and rev...

James Nash is a guide and outfitter at the 6 Ranch in Oregon, a ranch that has been in his family for almost 150 years. James and I sat down to talk about conservation, salt curing and meat preservation techniques, bear meat, Lewis and Clark's bacon, James' conspiracy belief about Roosevelt elk, and a lot more. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5 star rating and review! Join the Nomad Strength...

My guest today is a legend in the outdoors/hunting/conservation world, Jim Shockey. Jim is an award-winning outdoor writer, wildlife photographer, videographer, naturalist, outfitter, and guide. Jim joins me today to talk about his new book, Call Me Hunter, his first novel releasing October 17th. We explore his writing process, the journey to getting a book published, having a story to tell vs. ju...

Today I'm joined by Clint Lowery, guitarist for Sevendust to talk health and fitness as a touring musician, sobriety, band and crew post-show ice baths, touring schedules, longevity in music, the state of the music industry, and a ton more. Check out Sevendust's upcoming tour and new album Truth Killer out now.