Hunting The Frontlines

The mission continues as we pick back up with Drill Sgt. Matt Rigg to explore the transition from the parade field to the hunting grounds. In Part 2, Matt shares his roots in the outdoors, detailing the specific challenges and rewards of hunting across Missouri and Texas. Hunting the Frontlines is dedicated to shortening the learning curve for service members stationed across the United States. Ju...

Basic training is the forge of the American Military member, but behind the grit and discipline lies a collection of stories that every veteran carries. In Part 1 of this series, host Justin Wilson—a 22-year veteran—sits down with Active-Duty Drill Sergeant Matt Rigg for a "Back to Basics" deep dive. We’re stripping away the polish to share the raw, the difficult, and the undeniably hilarious expe...

🎙️ SEABEES, WYOMING ANTELOPE, AND OLD FRIENDS | ERIC MYERS Justin sits down with former Navy Seabee Eric Myers to catch up on life, service, and the dirt. This one is a long-overdue conversation between two old buddies who spent years serving their country and now spend their time chasing game in the great outdoors. What we cover: * Navy Life: Eric talks about his time as a Seabee and how that "Ca...

Back To Basic | Jess Todd – Basic Training Stories from the Army Introducing a new segment on the Hunting The Frontlines Podcast: Back To Basic . This series is dedicated to sharing the stories that come out of one of the most defining experiences in a service member’s life — Basic Training. From funny moments to soul-crushing days, to the ones that built who we are today, these stories are as ind...

Jess Todd | Ft. Hood Hunting, Bionic Backbones, and Staying in the Fight Outdoors In this episode of the Hunting The Frontlines Podcast , Justin sits down with Jess Todd, Retired U.S. Army, to talk about hunting opportunities around Ft. Hood, overcoming physical wear and tear from years of service, and what it takes to keep getting after it with “bionic backbones” and worn-out knees. This conversa...

Episode Description: In this special co-hosted episode, Prayin and Slayin Podcast host Aaron Stonehocker joins Hunting The Frontlines Podcast host Justin Wilson for a candid, unscripted conversation reflecting on 2025 — the lessons, the growth, the hard moments, and the wins. Together, they unpack: The biggest takeaways from this year in podcasting and life Where both shows are headed in 2026 Visi...

In this episode, we head to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas , to talk hunting, service, and life beyond the uniform with retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Michael Bennett . CSM Bennett shares his experience hunting on and around one of the Army’s most historic installations, the unique opportunities and responsibilities that come with it, and how time in the outdoors remained a steady anchor throu...

🎙️ Hunting The Frontlines | Ft. Chad Parsons — Finding Purpose Beyond Service Through the Outdoors In this episode, host Justin Wilson sits down with U.S. Army Retired Chad Parsons , founder of the Veteran Help Foundation of Wyoming , a 501(c)(3) dedicated to helping disabled veterans rediscover purpose and belonging through the healing power of the outdoors. Chad shares his personal story of tran...

🎙️ Hunting The Frontlines | Ft. Joe Barry — Dog Handling, Hogs & Hidden Gems on Ft. Rucker, AL In this episode, host Justin Wilson sits down with former Army SFC. Joe Barry to talk about life as a military dog handler , the unforgettable bonds forged in service, and the wild stories that followed him into the woods. Joe shares his experience hunting on Ft. Rucker, Alabama — one of the military’s b...

Justin Wilson welcomes back USAF veteran Jeremy Bell on Hunting the Frontlines for a follow-up conversation sparked by their last episode together. After a flood of listener questions about Indiana hunting, Jeremy returns to break it all down—covering public land access, pressure, scouting strategies, and how he makes the most of his time chasing whitetails across the Hoosier State. Whether you’re...

🎙️ Episode 2: Hunting Indiana with Jeremy Bell — Public, Private & Camp Atterbury Host Justin Wilson sits down with Jeremy Bell , a USAF veteran and die-hard public land hunter who’s been grinding it out across the Hoosier state. In this episode, they cover everything you need to know about hunting in Indiana — from private land access to navigating public opportunities and dialing in on one of th...

🎙️ Episode 1: Welcome to Hunting the Frontlines — with Guest Aaron Stonehocker In this launch episode of Hunting the Frontlines , host Justin Wilson kicks things off with a special guest and fellow veteran, Aaron Stonehocker , to introduce listeners to the mission behind the mic. This podcast is dedicated to giving veterans and active-duty military a leg up on hunting and outdoor opportunities at...