The Pope & Young Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Dylan and Tim are joined by Justin Spring, the NEW Executive Director of Pope & Young. The three discuss the organization, their conservation efforts, some misconceptions around P&Y, why you should join, and Justin’s vision and hopes for the organization moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Tim are joined by living archery legend, Neil Byce III. Neil was Papa Bear’s last student, and still runs the operations at Bear Archery’s production factory today. The three talk about the legacy of Mr. Bear, the development of technology through the years, and the future of bowhunting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Tim are joined by Pope & Young Board Member, Jack Culpepper. Jack recently became an official measurer for Pope & Young, so the three discuss the process that a person goes through to become a measurer. They also discuss the upcoming Bowhunters Bash in Texas, and what it means to be an ambassador for Pope & Young, and the importance of protecting our rights as bowhunters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim and Dylan are joined by new world record holder, Daniel Welker! Daniel killed his GIANT Velvet Woodland Caribou in 2021, and with the score being verified at The P&Y Panel in April of this year, Daniel was awarded his new WORLD RECORD at the Pope & Young 33rd Biennial Convention this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pope & Young Podcast is BACK! New cohost, upcoming events, big game records, and bow hunting stories. It’s all here and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Kyle Hudgins and his guide Rachel Ahtila to share the story of his recent tough sheep hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jason and Dylan are joined by Gary Cornum of Easton Archery. The three discuss the evolution of the arrow over the years, some of their favorite arrows of all time, and hit on some of the greatest bowhunters of all time.
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Jason and Dylan sit down this week with Corey from Liberty Ranch to tell you all about their outfit and how you can win a trip to hunt with Chuck Adams! Click the link to enter: https://rafflecreator.com/pages/29991/living-legend-hunt-raffle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Nicole Miller to tell the story of her potential female world record deer! They also hit on some important topics such as getting your children involved, and the rise of female hunters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jason and Dylan are joined by Frank Noska. They discuss practice techniques, sights, blinds, tactics, and everything in between. Anytime Frank is on the show, you stand to learn a lot; don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Dylan and Jason and rejoined by Dennis Dunn to tell more bowhunting adventure stories! Dennis has been there and done that, and how he is here to tell more about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jason and Dylan are joined by Laden Force from North American Whitetails. The three share stories of crazy times in the woods, some of their favorite hunting stories, and everything going on at NAW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Drew Kohlhofer from Selway Archery. This episode focuses on their love of traditional archery, but there is plenty of general hunting information along the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Blake McPhaul from Axis Archery in Paige, TX. They call the winner of the youth free California Blacktail hunt live on the show, talk all things hunting, and how to get a an elk hunt in exchange for a honeymoon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan give us all an update on their hunting season so far this year, and announce the chance to win a FREE blacktail hunt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Marilyn Bentz of the National Bowhunter Education Foundation. The three discuss the importance of bowhunter education, the history between the two organizations, and everything else bowhunting along the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with long-time Pope and Young outfitter, Mike Parsons of Crow Creek, as he shares what he's all about as a hunter and outfitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Ken Taylor, official measurer who is FULL of awesome hunting stories! Tune in to hear about a couple special giveaways, and opportunities found in the episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by non other than Lee Lakosky. They talk all things hunting, why whitetails hold a special place in a midwesterner’s heart, get one of the greatest answers ever to the big question, and even have a guest appearance by Tiffany! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Tavis Rogers to hear all about his World Record Non-Typical Columbia Black-Tail; winner of the Glenn St. Charles Award! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hunt Stand is the newest Pope and Young Corporate Partner. Jason and Dylan sit down with Brian Murphy this week to learn what sets Hunt Stand apart and why they are a great fit with Pope and Young. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Rodney Cockeram this week to get the lowdown on his World Record Velvet Central Canada Barren Ground Caribou. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down this week with Justin Spring, director of big game records for Boone and Crockett. The trio discuss the crossover between the work of Pope and Young and Boone and Crockett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Peter Churchbourne of the NRA to discuss the important work they are doing for ALL hunters. Cultural acceptance of hunting is hugely important for you as a bowhunter; learn what's being done in the fight to keep that number high, and what needs to continue to happen in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Jim Mesh, of the John V. Mesh Memorial Scholarship. They discuss the founding of the scholarship, the Mesh family's hunting history, and Jim's past and future hunts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Corky Richardson. Corky shares the story of his world record bison, along with stories from his lifetime of bow hunting and involvement with Pope and Young. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with the own of Anxynt, Andrew Miller. They discuss everything from the benefits of moccasins, dream hunts, and the challenged of owning a small business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down this week to recap the recent Inter-Mountain Bowhunter's Bash. The event was so awesome, they didn't even need a guest to make them more interesting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Brandon from Mountain Archery Fest. They break down all the incredible things happening at this year's festivals, and why you should definitely be there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jason and Dylan are joined by Melissa Bachman, to talk all things bowhunting. Everything from dangerous big game hunts in Africa to decoying whitetails! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with good friend and outfitter, Gabe Ledbetter. They talk turkey and elk, with some bear, pig, and rattle snake sprinkled in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Bryan Burkhardt and Jim Eeckhout, the masterminds behind the Fred Bear Tribute Hunt. They give some behind the scenes info on the hunt, and chat about their favorite animals and locales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with the owners of Annihilator Broadheads. They share what makes their broad heads unique and sets them apart, as well as some tips and tricks for arrow setup and tuning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Chad Jones as he gives us the story of his 233 7/8 in. buck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by the host of The Game TV, Matt Jennings. They cover everything from hunting in Oklahoma to their biggest regrets and the tension around record books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Joe Coy of Fourth Arrow and Wyndscent as he gives them the lowdown on their game changing products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Frank Bennett. They chat about differences between hunting various animals and regions, as well the importance of conservation and advocacy for hunters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by past P&Y president, Jim Willems to shoot the breeze on all things bow hunting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Bam Marshall of Wishes for Warriors. Bam shares with us the incredible ways he is helping our wounded veterans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Charles Whitwam of Howl for Wildlife. They discuss the important role ALL hunters should play in conservation efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Thomas Mifsud of Universal Outdoor Products. They discuss traditional archery, bear hunting, and making a positive impact in the hunting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Gus Congemi. Gus is passionate about getting making new hunters, and he shares that passion with us in this episode! Don't miss it!
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Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Joni Marie. She fills us in on her writing career, personal struggles, and feelings about snakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan take some time out from ATA to sit down with Chris Parrino. Chris walks them through his introduction to hunting, and more specifically traditional archery. He has tons of wisdom to share for those looking to hunt bear, and for all hunters in general! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Pope and Young Records Director Tim Rozewski. They discuss the importance of record keeping for the good of wildlife and bowhunters, how you can get your animals measured and in the books, and even how to become a measurer yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Dennis Dunn. Dennis shares with them some stories from his incredible career as a bow hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down to recap an incredible first year full of top-notch guests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by two very special guests, Allen Bolen and Chuck Adams. Allen, the current world record holder for velvet typical Sitka blacktail is passing the torch on to none other than Chuck Adams, who just shot an incredible 109 7/8” velvet typical sitka blacktail to take the new world record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Tom Clum of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear this week to give you some great tips and tricks for getting into the world of traditional archery! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Baker Leavitt, from new corporate sponsor, Black Rifle Coffee! They discuss the important role that hunters play in conservation efforts, and tell a lot of great stories along the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Mike from St. James Sporting Properties to discuss their partnership and the role they're playing in conservation efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Jana Waller for an important discussion on the role hunters play in conservation (and a lot of other great stuff too!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Brian Marsing from one of our amazing Corporate Partners: Bakcou Bikes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Dr. Warren Strickland. They discuss bear hunts, collectibles, and the important work that Pope and Young is doing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Kristy Titus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Jason and Dylan are joined by Jon and Teri from FeraDyne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Dave Thomas of Bowhunter Planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, guest-host Zack Walton sits down with Blacktail Bob to talk all things blacktail deer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Andrew Santana and Isabella White to celebrate their engagement, and Pope and Young's involvement in the proposal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Luke Brewster to chat about his world record whitetail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Steve Felix as he retells the story of his world record elk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Jason are joined by Brian Butcher and friends to talk through the entire process of the hunt leading up to the second largest archery whitetail ever, and one CRAZY looking buck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Jason and Dylan are joined by Shellee Fulton to discuss her world record mountain lion and upcoming hunts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Nick Olano from American Hunt. They discuss their starts in bowhunting and the importance of conservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by none other than the legendary Chuck Adams! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Dylan and Jason sit down to catch up with PJ Riley from Lancaster Archery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Vice President of Pope and Young to discuss the exciting future of Pope and Young! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Aaron Ambur, president of Nexus Outdoors, to catch up and talk hunting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Jason and Dylan are joined by Chris Hamm of HHA Sports. Chris gives us the low down on the past, present, and future of HHA, including what they're doing to give back to our nation's veterans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Cuz Strickland from Mossy Oak, to discuss changing bow technologies over the years, engaging new hunters, and birds vs. bucks (again!). You might even hear Jason geek out on camo patterns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Warren Holder for a bitter debate: Birds vs. Big Game!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Remi Warren this week. They discuss a little bit of everything, from video games to memorable hunts and trash bags. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Harv Ebers, founding member of the Pope and Young club, joins Jason and Dylan this week. Harv shares about the early days of the club, as well as his faith in the current state of things, and his hope for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Brandon Waddell from Mountain Archery Fest! Brandon let's us know what to look forward to at their events, (which might even include golf archery in the future!) and chats about the partnership between Pope and Young and Mountain Archery Fest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Bow hunting has a long and storied heritage. Join hosts Jason and Dylan as they chat with the Bone Collector himself, Michael Waddell about the role the Pope and Young Club has played and continues to play in that heritage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Jack Culpepper, board member of Pope and Young. They discuss the benefits of being a Pope and Young member, as well as what makes Convention special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Mike Oropallo, partner with the Barclay Damon law firm, and newest member of the Pope and Young board, as Membership Chairman. They discuss the work Mike is doing on behalf of hunters everywhere, and the exciting future of the Pope and Young Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by James Jean, trick shooter extraordinaire! James talks about how he got his start, everything that goes into making and filming awesome trick shots, and how it all relates to hunting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Shawn O'Shea. Shawn talks about his new world record elk and some tips and tricks for hunting big game in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Jim Willems, past president and current board member for Pope and Young. Jim relives some of his favorite hunts and touches on some general hunting advice along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Jason are joined this week by one of The Bone Collector's: Nick Mundt! They chat about Nick's start in hunting as well as how Bone Collector came about, and touch on various tips and tricks along the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Jake Meyer of Mossy Oak, and his brother Brandon. The guys recount the story of Brandon's first big buck after years of difficulties hunting; and the lifetime of obstacles leading up to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by John Dudley of Nock On. John gives us some great practical advice on improving our shot and helping others to do the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined LIVE at Panel by Frank Noska! This ones a bit different! The boys take a few minutes away at Panel to hear tales of Frank's prolific bow hunting career. Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Charles Whitwam to discuss the important role hunters can and should play in conservation. Charles discusses how he successfully had a bill pulled that proposed a ban on bear hunting. This is an important one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Joe Griffin to talk about bringing up new hunters. They talk about what Joe has done to involve his son in hunting, and the importance of raising up new hunters in general. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined today by the legend himself, Jack Frost. Jack tells a few stories from his many travels, shares his favorite locations and game to hunt, his favorite meat, and a few tips and tricks on bear protection and tracking your kill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Nick Pinizzotto of the National Deer Association to discuss steps needed to care for our deer populations as well as get more people involved in hunting and conservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by the Adventure Bowhunter himself, Tom Miranda. Tom shares with us some of his adventures, and the mindset it takes to overcome certain difficulties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week the boys are joined by John Fossel, founder of the Jack Creek Preserve. John fills us in on the Preserve and what goes on there, including some opportunities you have to win a hunt there. He also has plenty of stories to tell from his travels all over the world hunting everything you can imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined this week by Jay Scott. The trio discusses several aspects of hunting both in Mexico and in the western states. They cover a lot of ground...just like Jay's ranches! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Jason are joined by Ben Salleras to discuss hunting in Australia. They guys talk fun hunts, good food, and future dream hunts! Australia is now on both Dylan and Jason's bucket list! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What exactly is the "Fred Bear Way?!" Jason and Dylan are joined by Chris Parrish and Ryan Shutts of Bear Archery to discuss that topic and many more. From the history of Bear to the science of bow design, shot placement, or tracking, and even the psychology of tasting wild game! This is one wild ride you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Robbie Kroger of Blood Origins. Hunting is so much more than killing an animal. That's what Pope and Young and Blood Origins are here to tell you in this episode. This is one you'll want to listen to, and pass along to all your non-hunter friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Jason are joined by Tom Nelson, The American Archer to talk about Tom's journey in bowhunting. Tom shares some of his favorite stories from 47 years of bowhunting, and even gives Dylan some much needed tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Jason are with TJ Tavegie from Bear Track Outfitters. Bear Track is a premier pronghorn, mule deer, and elk outfit who have long been good friends and supporters of The Club. The guys discuss what it looks like to hunt with Bear Track as well as some tips and tricks for hunting antelope, and share some stories along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan sit down with Justin Gordon to hear all about his World Record Velvet Non-Typical Mule Deer. This poster comes in at 338 7/8", and the story of how Justin got him is just as awesome! The guys also let you know why you should definitely submit your next kill, whether it's a world record or not, for the good of hunters everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason and Dylan are joined by Allen Bolen and his son Jake, to talk Allen's new WORLD RECORD! Allen recently shot a new world record velvet typical sitka blacktail, and he is here to tell us all about his 108 1/8" GIANT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices