The Typical Sportsman

Dylan Ray
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For the true sportsman, it’s more than a pastime - it’s a way of life. Embrace the lifestyle of hunting, fishing, and the thrill of the wild. Live the life. BE TYPICAL!

  1. Oct 13

    Ep. 100: Scent Signatures - Aaron Ambur

    EPISODE 100 IS HERE… AND WE’RE GIVING AWAY $700 IN GEAR! We made it to EPISODE 100! To celebrate, Dylan and the crew at ScentLok are giving back to YOU, the listeners who have made this journey possible! THE GIVEAWAY: One lucky winner will take home a ScentLok Revenant Jacket & Bibs — a $700 VALUE! ENTER NOW: https://gleam.io/3Vnju/100th-episode-giveaway To celebrate this milestone, Dylan sits down with Aaron Ambur, President of Nexus Outdoors, to look back on the first 100 episodes, talk about what’s coming next, and, of course, talk HUNTING! Aaron shares his incredible journey from UPS to president of one of the leading companies in the outdoor industry. They discuss the lessons learned along the way, how the hunting industry has evolved, and the technology changing the game for hunters. Plus, they get into the SCIENCE behind ScentLok’s activated carbon! What is it? How does it work? What does it actually do? Aaron breaks down the technology, the research, and the extensive testing that goes into developing gear designed for hunters. 100 EPISODES. COUNTLESS HUNTING STORIES. AND WE’RE JUST GETTING STARTED! Thank you for being part of The Typical Sportsman. Here’s to the next 100! 🤘 Tune in, enter the giveaway, and let’s keep it rolling!

    Ep. 100: Scent Signatures - Aaron Ambur

  2. Oct 6

    Ep. 99: Greenland Adventures - James Zandstra

    What’s it REALLY like chasing caribou and giant muskox in Greenland? Dylan is joined by James Zandstra from The Fairchase to break down his recent adventure in one of the most remote and incredible hunting destinations on the planet. James came home with an incredible caribou AND a giant muskox, but the animals were only part of the story. From the insane landscape and challenging conditions to the unexpected cultural differences, this is one hunt you’re going to want to hear about. They get into the good, the bad, the unexpected, and the unforgettable from James’ trip — including what hunting in Greenland is really like. And they also talk about something brand new that we’re REALLY excited about… TROPHIUM — a social media platform built FOR HUNTERS, BY HUNTERS. If you’re tired of the typical social media platforms and want a place built around the hunting community, come join The Typical Sportsman Camp on Trophium TODAY! JOIN THE CAMP: https://clicks.trophium.co/BFL0?pid=app_share&c=Typical_Sportsman&af_channel=Social&af_sub1=Typical_Sportsman&deep_link_value=nIxaaAXZpAgX2wNqOz0lzKBUPI42&targetType=user&af_og_title=Check%20out%20Typical%20Sportsman%20on%20Trophium!&af_og_description=Click%20to%20view%20in%20the%20app.&af_og_image=https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/trophium-2025.firebasestorage.app/o/users%2FnIxaaAXZpAgX2wNqOz0lzKBUPI42%2Fuploads%2F1775768656984387.jpg?alt=media&token=2933a477-0f3f-410c-863c-a66b37af89ac&token=d4e12d63-c2e9-4817-9596-e16775623c9b&af_force_deeplink=true

    Ep. 99: Greenland Adventures - James Zandstra

  3. Sep 29

    Ep. 98: Kill More Ducks - Wade Skeen

    Want to shoot MORE ducks? Whether you’re brand new to duck hunting or looking to consistently kill more ducks, this episode is for you! Dylan is joined by world-class duck guide Wade Skeen of Skeen Outfitters to break down what it takes to put more ducks in the boat. The guys focus on early-season duck hunting tactics, with an emphasis on hunting small bodies of water and understanding where ducks want to be. From scouting and setup to decoy strategies and making the most of small-water opportunities, Wade shares the knowledge he’s gained from guiding duck hunters and chasing ducks at a high level. If you want to shoot more ducks this season, you don’t want to miss this one! Topics covered: - Early-season duck hunting tactics - Hunting small bodies of water - Scouting for ducks - Decoy strategies - Where ducks want to be - How to consistently kill more ducks - Tips for new and experienced duck hunters

    Ep. 98: Kill More Ducks - Wade Skeen

  4. Sep 22

    Ep. 97: Western Hunting - Kaleb Austin

    Why does hunting out west just seem to mean more? Why does the landscape, the challenge, and the pursuit stir up a deeper appreciation for the hunt? Dylan is joined by country music singer Kaleb Austin to talk about growing up hunting out west—and how those experiences shaped the way he sees hunting today. The two talk about Kaleb’s music career and the crazy world of being a recording artist, but also dive deep into his hunting journey, growing up as a kid bowhunting out west, and what makes those hunts so special. But the West has changed. The world of western hunting looks drastically different than it did years ago, and Kaleb is now experiencing some of those changes firsthand as he tries to introduce his son to the same pursuit that meant so much to him growing up. From chasing animals with a bow to passing the tradition on to the next generation, this is a conversation about hunting, family, the changing West, and why the pursuit means so much.

    Ep. 97: Western Hunting - Kaleb Austin

  5. Sep 15

    Ep. 96: Bow Shop Talk - Bryan Dickess

    Remember the good ol’ days when you’d go hang out at the bow shop just to TALK? Before social media, the bow shop was where you debated arrow setups, argued over broadheads, heard about the newest gear, talked smack about other bows, and—most importantly—swapped stories. Dylan is joined by Bryan Dickess from Mike’s Archery for some good old-fashioned SHOP TALK! From favorite bows and worst misses to changes in archery technology, new gear, hunting stories, and plenty of opinions along the way—this one is just two archery guys sitting around talking bows. No agenda. No sales pitch. Just SHOP TALK.

    Ep. 96: Bow Shop Talk - Bryan Dickess

  6. Sep 8

    Ep. 95: Arrow Ballistics - Nick Campbell

    Podcast:  Dylan is joined by Nick Campbell, founder of Fletched, to break down one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of bowhunting: your arrow setup. From arrow weight and speed to FOC, penetration, trajectory, and overall arrow performance, Fletched can give you a detailed look at your arrow’s ballistics and help you determine the setup that makes the most sense for your bow and the animal you’re chasing. Whether you’re building an arrow for whitetails, elk, or anything in between, this conversation will help you better understand what’s happening downrange—and how to build an arrow with purpose. The perfect arrow isn’t the same for every hunter. So what’s the perfect arrow for YOU?   #Bowhunting #Archery #ArcheryTips #BowhuntingTips #HuntingArrows #ArrowSetup #ArrowBallistics #ArrowWeight #FOC #ArrowTuning #CompoundBow #WhitetailHunting #ElkHunting #DeerHunting #HuntingGear #ArcheryGear #Fletched #TypicalSportsman #TypicalSportsmanPodcast #BowhuntingPodcast

    Ep. 95: Arrow Ballistics - Nick Campbell

  7. Sep 1

    Ep. 94: The Pioneers of Fishing - Rebel Lures

    How did the fishing industry become what we know it as today?  Dylan is joined by Patrick Marbury of Rebel Lures to dive into the pioneering history of one of fishing’s most influential lure brands. Rebel played a major role in bringing mass-produced, affordable, and accessible fishing lures to anglers everywhere—helping shape the fishing industry we know today. And they’re not done pioneering. Today, Rebel continues to push the industry forward while working to keep fishing affordable, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone. The history of Rebel Lures. The evolution of fishing. And where the industry goes next.

    Ep. 94: The Pioneers of Fishing - Rebel Lures

  8. Aug 18

    Ep. 93: Going Extinct - Mike Oropallo

    What actually happens when a species is listed as threatened or endangered? Who makes those decisions? And what does wildlife law mean for hunters and conservation? Dylan sits down with wildlife law attorney Mike Oropallo and Pope & Young Executive Director Justin Spring for a deep dive into the laws, policies, and international agreements that shape wildlife conservation in the United States and around the world. This conversation goes far beyond grizzly bears. We break down the Endangered Species Act, the 4(d) Rule, Chevron deference, Loper Bright, CITES, IUCN classifications, delisting criteria, and the role of socioeconomic factors in conservation decisions. In this episode, we discuss: • The 4(d) Rule and what it means for threatened species like grizzly bears • Chevron deference (1984) and why it mattered to wildlife law • Loper Bright (2024) and the end of Chevron deference • What the Endangered Species Act actually means by “harm” • The difference between threatened vs. endangered species under the ESA • What criteria are used to delist a species • How the IUCN classifies species and how that differs from U.S. law • What CITES is and how its listing system works • The role of the United States delegation in CITES • CITES listing criteria and potential changes being considered • Whether socioeconomic factors should play a role in conservation decisions • How socioeconomic considerations differ between CITES and the ESA • How species can be upgraded, downgraded, or removed from CITES Appendices • The role hunters play in wildlife conservation and management • Why understanding wildlife law matters to the future of hunting Wildlife conservation is complicated—and the laws governing it can have enormous consequences for hunters, wildlife, landowners, and the animals themselves. If you care about hunting, conservation, and the future of North American wildlife, you don’t want to miss this conversation.

    Ep. 93: Going Extinct - Mike Oropallo
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For the true sportsman, it’s more than a pastime - it’s a way of life. Embrace the lifestyle of hunting, fishing, and the thrill of the wild. Live the life. BE TYPICAL!

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  • Creator
    Dylan Ray
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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