The Mountain Side

Earl Strohl - Cutter Stabilizers| Antelope Obsession | Building an American-Made Archery Brand A passionate outdoorsman, conservationist, and entrepreneur, Earl shares how Cutter Stabilizers grew from a simple need in the antelope fields into one of the most respected names in hunting-specific archery equipment. He discusses his commitment to building durable, U.S.-sourced products, why authentici...

The Mountain Side Podcast | Independence Day Special – Celebrating 250 Years of America w/ UFC Light Heavyweight Dustin Jacoby This Fourth of July, The Mountain Side Podcast celebrates a historic milestone—the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America—with one of the toughest and most respected fighters in the game, Dustin Jacoby. Currently ranked among the top light he...

Doug Mathis - is one of the most recognizable voices in professional rodeo, earning a reputation as one of the sport’s premier announcers through decades of passion, authenticity, and unmatched knowledge. Known for his commanding presence behind the microphone and his ability to captivate audiences, Doug has become a staple at many of the nation’s most prestigious professional rodeo events, bringi...

Grant “The Truth” Neal - Light Heavyweight & Middleweight Fighter, Mix Martial Artist, Premed Student, Botanist, 2 Time State Wrestling Champion, D2 National Football Champion, & Outdoorsman. Grant Neal is currently the Ignite middleweight Champion, quickly climbing the ranks to become the MMA middleweight champion of the world. Born and raised in Colorado, Neal played as many sports as po...

David Booth - Retired Special Agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), serving more than 22 years in federal law enforcement, including assignments with the ATF Special Response Team (SRT) and the agency’s Quick Reaction Force teams. Prior to his career with the ATF, David served in the United States Army operating Bradley Fighting Vehicles and later worked as a wi...

Haze “The Huntsman” Hepi is rapidly rising as one of the world’s top-ranked heavyweight bare knuckle fighters, representing New Zealand and Australia’s Gold Coast with ferocious knockout power and warrior spirit. Known for his devastating performances inside the BKFC Ring, Haze is more than just a fighter — he’s a proud Māori warrior, dedicated family man, entrepreneur, and founder of his clothing...

Adam Nelson - dedicated conservationist, passionate outdoorsman, former first responder and paramedic, and co-owner of Salida Gun Shop in Colorado. Before fully immersing himself in the outdoor industry, Adam spent years serving others on the front lines as a paramedic, bringing the same discipline, resilience, and service-driven mindset he carries today. Deeply rooted in the values of hunting, wi...

Jason “The Dragon” Lee - Underground Fighter | K.O.T.S. Champion | Professional Mixed Martial Artist | Peak Performance TC Colorado Jason Lee is a fierce competitor born from hardship and shaped by resilience. Raised in a turbulent family environment, Jason’s early life took him through the rough neighborhoods of Charlestown and Lawrence, Massachusetts—places where struggle was part of the daily r...

Mel Tolone - is Australia’s own powerhouse—an elite-level athlete whose journey spans the brutal worlds of strength sports and bare knuckle fighting. A Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) heavyweight fighter, Mel brings a rare combination of raw power, resilience, and real-world grit into the ring. Before stepping into bare knuckle boxing, Mel made his mark as a world-class strongman competi...

Christine Koeppen - is a native Coloradan, mother, barrel racer, hunter, and a strong advocate for protecting the Western way of life she was raised in and now passes on. She has dedicated her life, education, and career to agriculture and conservation, firmly believing that the two must flourish together. Her roots are in horses. She came up in the barrel racing world, where she developed grit, t...

Chris Camozzi  – BKFC Cruiserweight World Champion | UFC Veteran | BJJ Black Belt | Colorado Native. Camozzi is a professional fighter, coach, and combat sports legend whose name has become synonymous with toughness, skill, and longevity in the fight world. A proud Colorado native, Camozzi has carved out an extraordinary career across multiple disciplines — including mixed martial arts, kickb...

Joe Gauvain - is an active-duty Chief in the United States Coast Guard and the co-founder of Drifter Hydration , an innovative hydration system built for the toughest environments on earth. Throughout his Coast Guard career, Joe has been stationed in multiple locations around the globe, spending much of his service in the rugged, unforgiving terrain & seas of the northwest and Alaska, where re...

Luke Caudillo  - Former UFC fighter, now a trainer/coach for some of the top UFC fighters like Justin Gaethje. Caudillo also has his own podcast  GU Unfiltered  and is the host of  Gladiators Unleashed  based on big game hunting. Born and raised in the railroad town of North Platte, NE. Like a lot of rural Americans, Caudillo began hunting and fishing with his brothers, co...

Jermaine Hodge  - World Elk Calling Champion, US Army Combat Medic Veteran, Team USA Wrestling Alumnus & USA Wrestling Coach. Jermaine is a multifaceted sportsman and serviceman known for his remarkable achievements in various fields. As a World Elk Calling Champion, he has demonstrated his exceptional skills in wildlife calls, earning widespread recognition in the hunting community. Beyo...

Dan Gates  - Executive Director of  Coloradans For Responsible Wildlife Management  ( C. R. W. M. ) Host of  Though the Gates  podcast joins Bobby Marshall in studio for a powerful, co-released episode focused on the future of wildlife management in Colorado. A lifelong sportsman and passionate conservation advocate, Dan has dedicated his career to protecting Colorado’s wi...

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States — and it continues to impact families, communities, veterans, first responders, and everyday people at an alarming rate. This is not just a statistic. It’s a call to action. In this powerful and deeply important episode of The Mountain Side Podcast, Bobby Marshall sits down with Jacquelyn Clark for a courageous, honest, and solutio...

Chef Josh Work - is the culinary force behind   The Wildflower Cafe , where elevated comfort food meets deep respect for land, season, and sourcing. Known for his relentless commitment to quality, Josh builds his menus around locally raised meats, responsibly harvested ingredients, and flavors inspired by both travel and tradition. But Josh isn’t just a chef — he’s a craftsman. A skilled butc...

Jordan Kurtz  is the owner/operator of  Comments From The Peanut Gallery  media aggregate and he co-hosts  The MMA Plug  on Mile High Sports radio. Kurtz is a credentialed media member who has also covered UFC, Bellator, and LFA events in various roles. He serves as a commentator for Fury Fighting Championship, Colorado Combat Club, and No Mercy Extreme Fighting. Kurtz's m...

Marc Montoya  - i s a world-renowned UFC coach, Head Coach and Owner of Factory X Muay Thai / MMA / BJJ , accomplished martial artist, avid bowhunter and fly fisherman, devoted father, mentor, writer, and public speaker. With more than two decades of experience training, fighting, and teaching in the Denver area, Marc has helped shape some of the world’s top mixed martial artists and continue...

Eric Telly   - Sports performance coach and manager at  Landow Performance  of Colorado. Eric is a sports performance coach and manager at Landow Performance in Colorado, where he works with a wide spectrum of athletes—most notably work with top flight UFC professional fighters & members of the elite MMA community. With a strong foundation in sports science and high-level a...

Dayna Monroe - is a lifelong sportswoman, accomplished bowhunter/hunter, and a respected leader in the women’s outdoor and hunting space. With deep roots in the field and a competitive mindset, she brings firsthand experience from the mountains, the range, and the playing field —competing in Tactical Games and continually pushing the limits of physical and mental performance. As a women’s outdoor...

Coach Jacob Ramos - is one of the most respected and influential coaches in all of combat sports, with a résumé that spans the highest levels of competition worldwide. As the founder of Genesis Training Academy in Colorado, Jake has helped develop world champions and elite professionals across multiple disciplines. His coaching pedigree includes UFC World Champion Rose Namajunas, BKFC World Champi...

Nikki Sjoden - also known as “2K’s,” is a fourth-generation Colorado native with a deep, lifelong connection to the mountains and the natural world. For Nikki, the outdoors is her temple—whether she’s hiking, practicing outdoor meditation and yoga, snowboarding, splitboarding, riding motorcycles, exploring the backcountry, or simply unplugging from the grid. Nature is where she finds clarity, grou...

Chris Pelle is the CEO of Complete Canine Training , a veteran, and one of Colorado’s most respected K9 training experts. His journey began with his first dog, Kira—a partnership that sparked a lifelong passion for understanding, communicating with, and training dogs at the highest level. What started as a personal interest has evolved into leading Colorado’s top dog-training facility, now home to...

Dr. Kate Pate  - Ph. D. neurophysiologist, military medical researcher, educator, and advocate for veterans and first responders. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in the neurological and physiological effects of trauma, stress, and environmental exposures. Her work bridges the gap between science and real-world application, improving care for those who serve. Kate’s research...