Eastmans' Elevated

In this episode Brian sits down with Mike, the guys behind the IG meme page Making Hunting Great Again. The guys talk about Mikes antics on the page and some of the hypocrisy behind IG influencers and the companies that support them. The guys also get into hunting Midwest and out West and where the term Westie came from. Its a hilarious conversation where you get to know the guy behind MHGA.

in this episode Brian sits down with Steve Drake. Steve is an accomplished photographer and goes on some amazing adventures across the world. As good as Steve is at photography he is just as good at western hunting and shed hunting. The guys have a great conversation discussing everything from the industry to photos to shed hunting to hunting. Its a great authentic episode of Eastmans Elevated.

In this episode Brian sits down with Sam Davis. This guy flat gets after it. He has been bow exclusive for nearly 20 years and bowhunts all over the west. The guys talk mule deer, they talk elk, and then get into bowhunting sheep and moose. This is a great conversation where the guys really do a deep dive on how they go about hunting the west. If you like the podcast, this is a must listen!

In this episode Brian sits down with Russ Carone. Russ is a die hard bowhunter and the guys get right into it. They are both coming off late season hunts so they talk about that. They also get into the nuances of the stalk and talk about just how important patience is. Its a great back and forth between a couple blue collar bowhunters.

In this episode Brian sits down with Dioni Amuchastegui. Dioni has developed specific tactics for the region he hunts and also the season he hunts. He hunts mainly during general rifle which in most cases lands in pre rut, the toughest time to kill a mature buck. Dioni has cracked the code and shares his tactics and mindset during the season. Its a great episode all about hunting the wiley mule deer.

In this episode Brian sits down for a solo podcast. He talks about the keys to being successful in 2020. He talks about his own journey and things he wants to be better at. He gets into the balance of family, work and hunting. He recounts some of his resent hunts and gives insight into stalking and opportunities. Its all about the love of the game and enjoying the process.

In this episode Brian sits down with Shane Weigend from New Mexico pack burro's. Yep pack donkey's, its all new to Brian. He asks all kinds of questions and Shane does a great job of describing everything about using Burro's. They talk about ease of keep, cost, racing, hunting and everything in between. It's a great conversation about the inexpensive option of using pack burros.

This is the 200th episode of the Eastman's Elevated podcast. We have on the core Eastman's staff to talk over their hunting season. This is a great, authentic genuine podcast between a bunch of friends. The guys talk about challenges they faced and being "All in" on a hunt. The guys talk over epic western hunting and how it still exsists. There is ribbing, teasing and a lot of laughs in this podcast. It has seven guys on the podcast including Guy Eastman, Ike Eastman, Brandon Mason, Dan Pickar, Scott Reekers, Todd Helms and your host Brian Barney. An awesome, must listen to podcast!

In this episode Brian sits down for a live podcast with Mike Eastman. Ike Eastman and Dan Pickar also sit in on the conversation. This is a great episode as Mike Eastman is one of the pioneers of the western hunting industry. We talk about what Mike is passionate about, like photography and hunting dangerous game in Africa. Then we get to hunting giant muley bucks back in the hay day. There are some one of a kind stories here like when Mike almost froze to death. This is a super authentic, genuine podcast.

In this podcast Brian sits down with Eastmans own Scott Reekers. The guys dive into the subject of dealing with hunting pressure. This is a great in depth conversation of how to be successful despite the pressure. The guys share some of there tactics they rely on each and every season. They also talk about the enjoyment of the hunt and not letting the boot tracks get inside your head.

In this episode Brian sits down with John Dudley. John is a influential bowhunter that has been doing it for years. The guys talk about some of his resent coaching to guys like Joe Rogan and Jock Willink. John is a accomplished competitive archer and is a great resource for next level archery. The guys go deep down the rabbit hole talking about the nuances of archery and execution. A great podcast between a couple die hard bowhunters!

In this episode Brian sits down with Adam Moleski. Adam has been published in EBJ for a stone sheep he harvested. Along with that Adam is consistently successful with his bow all over BC and Canada. The guys talk about a trophy woodland caribou that took Adam over 80 days to harvest. They also talk about other mountain hunts including mountain goats and sheep. Its a great conversation and episode of Eastmans Elevated.

In this episode Brian sits down with Dan Solsman. Dan is a guy that just made up his mind he was going to be successful. He saw his path, changed the way he looked at things and put in the work. This is a great conversation full of motivation and tactics to apply out west. Dan harvested a great buck and slammer bull this year and I bet the trend continues.

In this episode Brian sits down with Jared Politz. Jared is a super passionate elk hunter. He has been published in EBJ and in consideration for another story. The interesting part of his story is he does so from his home base in Louisiana. He prepares non stop for his elk season which is one trip a year. Then he really goes all in when he is on the hunt. A super interesting conversation all about what he has leaned being an Elk hunter.

In this episode Brian sits down to recount his late season hunting. He had an epic solo backpacking trip he goes in depth about. Talking about hunting big remote country for rutting bucks. He also talks about an adventure hunt with his youngest daughter. He talks about catering the experience to them and how he got her prepared. Then last he talks about a hunt he just did with his family. Its a great podcast all about hunting late season Mule deer.