Bear Handlon: Veterans Day & Born Primitive Gives Back

Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric Wilson

Bear & discussed a number of exciting things for Born Primitive in 2025 but first and foremost focused on the companies commitment to veteran causes and specifically their medical debt initiative for veterans. In 2024 Born Primitive has paid off $2.5 million in Veteran medical bill debt. This Veterans Day Weekend, Born Primitive is pledging ALL PROFITS from bornprimitive.com to reach their goal of paying off $5 million in total Veteran medical bill debt by Veterans Day. The Freedom Capsule just launched on November 1 and includes two new patriotic Savage 1 color-ways, the Betsy Ross and Don't Tread On Me editions. This launch pays homage to two iconic symbols of the American Revolution, the Gadsden and Betsy Ross flags, and the values that established our country - freedom and opportunity. All purchases will go toward that goal, including purchases from the newly launched Freedom Capsule. Help change thousands of Veterans’ lives by shopping the cause at bornprimitive.com from November 8 - 11. All purchases from the Freedom Capsule from November 8 - 11 will go toward our goal of paying off $5 million in Veteran medical bill debt by Veterans Day. Bear Handlon is a former Yale football player & Navy SEAL turned fitness entrepreneur, and the co-founder/CEO of Born Primitive, a leading performance apparel company that has become a staple among athletes, tactical professionals, and fitness enthusiasts worldwide. With a background that fuses athletics and entrepreneurship, Bear brings a wealth of experience and passion to both his brand and his podcast, The Born Primitive Podcast. Under Bear’s leadership, Born Primitive has grown into a 9-figure global brand. The brand proudly cuts against the grain and places an emphasis on resilience, mental toughness, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Born Primitive is also unapologetic in its support for our military, first responders, and an overall love of our country. As the host of The Born Primitive Podcast, Bear explores topics that challenge the audience to think deeper about performance, leadership, and personal growth. He invites guests who are trailblazers in their fields, offering listeners actionable insights and inspiration to elevate their lives and careers. His ability to connect fitness, entrepreneurship, and mental resilience has made him a respected voice in the fitness and leadership community. Bear’s mission is to inspire others to embrace discomfort, build resilience, and live with purpose. Whether it’s through his brand, podcast, or personal journey, Bear’s commitment to excellence is contagious. You can find Bear and the Born Primitive Brand at the links below INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bearhandlon https://www.instagram.com/bornprimitive/ https://www.instagram.com/bornprimitiveoutdoor/ YOUTUBE: @BornPrimitiveApparel WEBSITE: www.bornprimitive.com You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Podcasts, and Podbean by searching Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric Wilson You can follow Eric Wilson on Instragram https://www.instagram.com/ericwilsoncoaching/ #bornprimitive #veteransday #veterans #hunting #elkhunting #bowhunting #muledeerhunting #westernhunting #gohunt #huntingpodcast #hunter #elk #huntinggear #muledeer #bowhunting #bowhunt #bowhunter #montana #huntmontana #hunter #hunt #hunterxhunter #jesus #faith #podcastformen #podcast #podcasts #huntingpodcast #trainingpodcast #whitetaildeer #whitetail #whitetaildeerhunting #deerhunter #deerhunting #deer #elkhunt #diyhunting #backcountryhunting #diyelkhunt #whitetails #deerhunting #deerhunter #deer #ruthunting #huntsmallparcels #publiclandhunting #archery

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