Before the Echo

Have you ever looked back on your deer hunting journey and realized you no longer believe the things you once swore by? In this episode of Before the Echo, I share the biggest ways my thinking about deer hunting has changed over the years. From scouting and hunting pressure to wind, gear, and chasing mature bucks, experience has taught me lessons I never expected. Some of these opinions completely...

Most hunters spend their time trying to copy what everyone else is doing. Josh from The Untamed has built a reputation by doing the exact opposite. In this episode of Before the Echo, we sit down with Josh to talk about why he hunts differently, the hunting "rules" he ignores, and how independent thinking has helped him consistently find success. We dive into public land strategy, mature...

Most hunters spend years chasing mature bucks, convinced there's a secret formula to consistently killing giants. But after years of hunting public land, following blood trails, making mistakes, and talking with hunters who get it done year after year, I've learned something different. In this episode, we're talking about the truths that don't get discussed enough. Some of these le...

Thousands of blood trails. Thousands of recoveries. What can they teach us about finding wounded deer? In this episode of Before the Echo , I'm joined by Shane Simpson to dive into the incredible data being collected through the TRAKR App and how it's changing the way hunters think about shot placement, blood trailing, wait times, and recovering wounded deer. We discuss: What thousands of...

Welcome back to the Before the Echo Podcast! This week we're diving into something that might ruffle a few feathers...Everything I Ignore That Most Public Land Hunters Obsess Over. There are countless things hunters spend hours worrying about—moon phases, scent control, weather apps, access routes, trail cameras, and more. But after years of chasing mature bucks on public land, I've learne...

Crossbows have become one of the most divisive topics in the hunting community. But after reading hundreds of comments and having countless conversations, I've come to realize that hunters aren't really fighting about crossbows. They're fighting about challenge. They're fighting about identity. They're fighting about what hunting means to them. In this episode, I dive into the...

Follow Fletcher and check out Solid Rock Targets:🌐 https://www.solidrocktargets.com/category/all-productsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solidrocktargets/Why do some deer hunters celebrate success while others seem to resent it? In this episode of Before the Echo, I sit down with Fletcher Shaw to talk about a topic that doesn't get discussed enough—why successful hunters often face criti...

In this episode of Before the Echo, we're joined by the marketing director Cameron Derr from Hawke Optics to break down one of the most important—but often misunderstood—parts of a hunter's setup: optics. We dive into Hawke's entire lineup, from budget-friendly options for new hunters to premium glass built for serious whitetail, western, and long-range hunters. If you've ever wond...

Could Oregon become the first state to effectively ban hunting, fishing, and trapping? In this episode of Before the Echo, I break down Oregon Initiative Petition 28 (IP28), also known as the PEACE Act. Supporters say the proposal is about expanding animal protections, while opponents argue it would remove legal exemptions that currently protect hunting, fishing, trapping, farming, livestock produ...

The Counterintuitive Path to Following Jesus | John 12 Bible StudyIn this episode of the Rooted & Raised Podcast, we dive into John 12 and explore one of the most challenging truths Jesus ever taught:"Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit." – John 12:24The world tells us to chase comfort, success, and self-preserv...

What if becoming a better hunter isn't about doing more—but doing less? In this episode of Before the Echo, I break down 15 things I stopped doing over the years that ultimately made me a more successful and consistent deer hunter. From over-hunting good spots and chasing every new trend to buying gear I didn't need and ignoring access routes, these are real lessons learned through trial, error, a...

**The Future of Deer Hunting: Better or Worse? | Solo Podcast**Is deer hunting headed in the right direction, or are we losing something that made it great in the first place? In this solo episode of Before the Echo, I share my thoughts on where deer hunting is headed over the next 5–10 years. From advancing technology and social media influence to public land pressure, recruitment of new hunters,...

Turkey season never really ends. In this episode of **Before the Echo**, we dive into some of the biggest topics in turkey hunting today, including:🦃 The best turkey guns and setups🦃 Hunting out West vs. hunting back East🦃 Is Iowa worth the cost for non-resident hunters?🦃 Public land challenges and opportunities🦃 Travel hunts, scouting, and hunting pressure🦃 What we'd do differently if w...

In John 11, we walk through one of the most powerful moments in all of Scripture — the death and resurrection of Lazarus. Why did Jesus wait? What does His response teach us about suffering, faith, grief, and the glory of God? And what did Jesus mean when He said, “I am the resurrection and the life”? In this Bible study, we break down the story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus verse by verse and look...

What would I do differently if I started hunting from scratch today? In this episode, I sit down and honestly talk through the mistakes, wasted years, bad habits, and lessons I’ve learned throughout my hunting journey. From gear obsession and overcomplicated tactics to public land pressure, scouting, fitness, and balancing hunting with family and faith — this is the advice I’d give myself if I had...

In this episode of Rooted & Raised, we dive into Gospel of John Chapter 10 and one of the most powerful statements Jesus ever made: “I am the good shepherd.”What does it mean to truly know the voice of Jesus? How do we recognize the difference between the Shepherd and the thieves of this world? And why does John 10 bring so much comfort to believers today? We talk through:Jesus as the Good She...

Michigan just made some BIG changes to the deer regulations… but what do they actually mean for hunters? In this episode of Before the Echo, we break down the newest Michigan deer season regulation changes, the confusion around the “1 buck” discussion, and how these updates could impact public land hunters, weekend hunters, and deer management moving forward. Are these changes good for the future...

What 45 Years of Public Land Hunting Taught Dan InfaltTonight on Before the Echo we sit down with legendary public land hunter Dan Infalt for a deep conversation about the lessons, mistakes, strategies, and mindset he’s developed over nearly 45 years of chasing mature bucks on public land. Dan has become one of the most respected and influential whitetail hunters in the country by consistently doi...

Just figured I’d share the 20 YouTube channels I actually watch on a regular basis. Nothing crazy here… just the stuff I tend to throw on whether I’m driving, working, or just killing time. Some hunting, some mindset, some random stuff mixed in. If you’re looking for something new to watch, there might be a few in here you haven’t seen before. And if not… at least you know what I’ve been wasting m...

What if you could see… but still miss the truth right in front of you? In this episode, we break down one of the most powerful miracles in the Gospel of John—when Jesus heals the man born blind. But this chapter is about way more than physical sight. It’s about spiritual blindness, pride, and what it really means to see Jesus for who He is. The religious leaders had perfect vision… yet they couldn...

In this episode of Rooted & Raised, we break down one of the most intense and controversial chapters in the Gospel of John — Chapter 8. From the woman caught in adultery… to Jesus declaring “I am the Light of the World”… to one of the boldest statements He ever made: “Before Abraham was, I AM.” This chapter forces a decision. 👉 Are you walking in truth… or just believing you are? 👉 Are you a...

In this episode, we break down John 7 and one of the most powerful moments in Jesus’ ministry. The crowd is divided. The religious leaders are trying to arrest Him. And yet… no one can lay a hand on Him because His time had not yet come. Why? We dive into what Jesus meant when He said, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink,” and how so many people completely missed who He really was—eve...

Michigan could be on the verge of a major deer hunting change — moving from a 2 buck tag system down to just 1. But nothing is finalized yet… and the decision is coming soon. In this episode, I sit down with Dave Buikema from Razor Broadheads to break down what’s actually happening, why it’s being considered, and what it could mean for hunters across the state. Is this the right move for herd mana...

Most people will follow Jesus… until it gets uncomfortable. In John 6, we see one of the most shocking moments in the Bible—Jesus goes from feeding thousands and gaining a massive following… to watching the crowd walk away almost overnight. Why? Because He stopped giving people what they wanted… and started telling them what they needed. In this episode of the Before the Echo Podcast, we break dow...

The game has changed… but most turkey hunters haven’t. In this episode of the Before the Echo Podcast, we break down what’s really going on with today’s pressured gobblers—and why so many hunters keep getting close… but can’t seal the deal. We dive into:How hunting pressure is changing turkey behaviorThe small mistakes that cost you birdsWhat successful hunters are doing differentlyThe subtle sign...