Muley Freak Podcast

Episode 20: Hunting Insights With Zac Griffith

Erik and Aaron sit down with Cody Osborn, Marketing Manager of Walther Arms. They share insight and stories of why it is important to carry during hunts.

Episode 19: The Importance Of Carrying a Sidearm While Hunting

Erik sits down with Payton who filmed and edited "Last Chance" on the Muley Freak YouTube channel. They give more insight on what happens during this freezing one day adventure chasing mule deer in the rut in November. They had multiple challenges with the weather and hunting a unit they've never been in but ultimately came out on top with a buck.

Episode 018: Unpublished - The Behind The Scenes Grind of the Film "Last Chance"

Erik sits down with Seth Swerczek from Hornady to discuss about the 6.5 PRC. They give a little more background on how we have the 6.5 PRC. They mention the rapid growth and popularity that it has had in just the few years its been available. They breakdown situations and shot distances when it is and not a good idea to use the 6.5 PRC and how it is a great caliber to chase Elk and other big game.

Episode 017: 6.5 PRC on Elk with Seth Swerczek

Erik and Justin Shaffer sit down and talk about how they came to know each other. They talk about Ibex and what caught there attention to chasing these goats all over the world. Justin and Erik go more in depth on some of there extreme hunts that they have been on and what they learned from these experiences. They talk about problems most people face when hunting extreme places and how rewarding it is to chase these animals that live in unique places.

Episode 016: Extreme Mountain Hunting with Justin Shaffer

Erik sits down with Travis Stevens. They talk about some of the success that Travis has had recently in the National Rifle League. The experience that he has gained there and how it has helped him with guiding and preparing those he guides to make and take an ethical shot. Erik and Travis talk about shooting form and what you can do to have better front and rear support when your behind the gun.

Episode 015: Squaring Up On Your Rifle with Travis Stevens

Erik sits down with Spencer Bratt from Old Mexico Hunting Co. They talk about hunting in Mexico and what expectations you should have. Erik has taken multiple trips to Mexico and highlights why it's so important to go with the right outfitter. He recalls his hunt that took with Spencer and the success that he had harvesting two great bucks.

Episode 014: Hunting Mule Deer in Old Mexico with Spencer Bratt

Erik sits down with Mark Hayes, an engineer for Mathews Archery Inc. Mark Hayes has worked for Mathews Archery Inc. for 10 years. He talks about the growth that Mathews has had over the past few years and what drives them to continue to grow and improve their bows year after year. They compare the differences between western and eastern hunting and how being comfortable with you bow is key to success.

Episode 013: Built for Western Hunting with Mathews Engineer Mark Hayes

Erik speaks with Ben White (Weapons Development Engineer) and Nathan Bishop (Marketing Specialist) from proof research. Erik talks about when he decided to make the switch to Carbon barrels and the benefit that he has seen with proof barrels. Nathan and Ben give us more insight on the technology behind proof barrels. Why the military uses them and why you should too.

Episode 012: Carbon Fiber Barrels with Proof Research's Engineers

Aaron, Erik and Connor go more in depth about their early season Pronghorn hunt. The struggles that came with chasing these animals with a bow during a drought year and the success that they all had. Connor talks about how he got into chasing Pronghorn and gives us more insight on the mule deer buck that he harvested with his bow that was shown in the film.

Episode 011: Prairie Goats with Connor Brockhouse

Erik and Aaron talk with Travis Nowotny the founder of goat knives. Travis talks about the inspiration behind goat knives and the growth that it's taken since being released. They talk about how they got into bowhunting and the progression that has happened since they were little. Travis talks about his first kills with a bow.

Episode 010: The Progression of a Bowhunter

Is the 300 PRC legit or overhyped? Erik and Seth Swerczek from Hornady shed some light on the 300 PRC. They talk about how the 300 PRC caliber came to be. They compare it to other calibers.

Episode 009: 300 PRC Legit or Overhyped with Seth Swerczek

Erik and Dan talk about how they took interest in hunting. What drives them to be better and more successful hunters. They share how to mentally prepare for a hunt. Break down many mental challenges that will arise that can change the outcome of your hunt. How to close the distance on an animal and the do's and don'ts when stalking an animal. Failure and the role it plays and what it will take for you to be a successful bowhunter.

Episode 008: A Bowhunters Mindset with Dan Pickar

Erik and Nick sit down and talk about their hunt of a lifetime, hunting Mid Asian Ibex in Kyrgyzstan. They discuss what it takes to plan a trip to another country and what you should expect in the travel, food, culture and everything in-between. If you're interested in a hunt to Kyrgyzstan contact Erik on instagram and he can give you the details of the outfitter they used. This is definitely a hunt of a lifetime so be sure to check out the YouTube videos if you want to see their experience!

Episode 007: Kyrgyzstan Ibex Hunt with Nick Watson and Erik Van Woerkom

Episode 007: Kyrgyzstan Mid-Asian Ibex Hunt with Nick Watson and Erik Van Woerkom

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