Antler Up Podcast

Antler Up Podcast
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The Antler Up Podcast is where hunting, self-improvement, and real-life grit collide. Every episode, host Jeremy Dinsmore digs deeper than tips and tactics—diving into the mindsets, habits, biology, and stories behind success in the woods and beyond. You’ll hear from world-class hunters, archery experts, NDA scientists, outdoor athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and relatable everyday folks who get it done without the spotlight. Whether you’re training in the offseason, grinding through November, or navigating the ups and downs of becoming a better human, this podcast delivers real conversations with real purpose. No fluff. No ego. Just growth, grit, and the pursuit of better—Antler Up.

  1. Sep 16

    The Weight We Carry

    In the final installment of The Becoming Series, Jeremy takes a step back from the pursuit and asks a bigger question: What are we actually leaving behind? Looking back on memories of hunting and growing up with his dad, Jeremy reflects on how hindsight changes the way we see the moments we once took for granted. We’re never guaranteed another hunt, another conversation, another opening morning, or another ordinary day with the people we love. But we are fortunate to still have the opportunity to make new memories—and sometimes, the moments we don't recognize as significant while we're living them become the ones we treasure most. Jeremy also gets personal about fatherhood, the pressure he puts on himself to be more and give more to his daughters, and what it means to look in the mirror and wrestle with the man you're becoming. Maybe legacy isn't about doing more, accomplishing more, or leaving something impressive behind. Maybe it's about being present, showing up, and leaving something good in the people we love. As the series comes full circle through preparation, identity, consistency, resilience, and finally legacy, Jeremy asks the question that may matter most: What are you becoming and what will remain because you were here? So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up!   www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com  www.sportsmensempire.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Weight We Carry

  2. Aug 26

    When the Woods Get Quiet

    We’ve spent the last few episodes talking about preparation, identity, and consistency—but eventually, every hunter reaches a season where the work doesn’t seem to be producing the results we hoped for. The cameras go quiet. The sign disappears. The buck doesn’t show. The plan falls apart. In Episode 320 of the Antler Up Podcast, Jeremy explores what happens when we’ve done everything we know to do and the outcome still doesn’t go our way. Because resilience isn’t tested when everything is working—it’s revealed when it isn’t. Jeremy also gets personal, sharing a season of his own life when rejection and uncertainty left him questioning what he was doing and where he was headed. Before becoming a teacher, Jeremy prepared for interview after interview, felt confident in his abilities, and still found himself repeatedly passed over. With a newborn daughter, student loans on the horizon, and no clear path forward, he found himself needing to step back, regroup, and keep moving. Looking back, what felt like failure at the time became redirection. In the woods and in life, we don't always get to control the outcome—but we do get to decide how we respond. Sometimes the season you most want to escape is the season that is building you. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    When the Woods Get Quiet

  3. Aug 12

    The Work No One Sees

    Everyone wants the result—the mature buck, the filled tag, the transformation, the moment when all the preparation finally pays off. But very few people see what it takes to get there. In Part III of The Becoming Series, Jeremy explores the quiet work that happens long before anyone sees the outcome. The extra arrows, the early mornings, the workouts, the hard conversations, the decision to keep showing up when motivation disappears. Because consistency isn't glamorous, but it's where real change begins. Jeremy also gets personal, sharing a recent moment at home that forced him to take a step back and recognize where he hadn't been at his best. Watching his daughters shoot their bows became an unexpected reminder that becoming a better hunter means very little if you're not also becoming a better husband, father, and person. The work that shapes us most often happens inside the four walls of our homes, in moments nobody else sees. Consistency shapes identity. Identity shapes character. And character becomes our legacy. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Work No One Sees

  4. Jul 29

    Stop Guessing: Using Data to Become a Better Archer w/ Christian Kelly

    What happens when a lifelong bowhunter, military aviator, and software developer sees an opportunity to make archery practice more intentional? In this episode of the Antler Up Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Christian Kelly, creator of the Archery & 3D Scorecard app, to discuss his journey from growing up in western Pennsylvania to serving as a Blackhawk instructor pilot, and ultimately combining his passion for bowhunting with technology. Christian shares how his experiences shaped the development of an app designed to help archers track performance, analyze trends, and become more consistent behind the bow. Throughout the conversation, Jeremy and Christian dive into the importance of simplifying the practice process, using data to build confidence, and why deliberate repetition often outweighs simply shooting more arrows. They also explore the future of technology in archery, the role it can play in helping hunters improve, and how thoughtful innovation can support—not replace—the fundamentals of becoming a better bowhunter. Whether you're preparing for 3D season, dialing in for fall, or simply looking to become a more disciplined archer, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you take your shooting to the next level. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Stop Guessing: Using Data to Become a Better Archer w/ Christian Kelly

  5. Jul 15

    What are you becoming?

    A few weeks ago, we talked about becoming the hunter the moment deserves—about the quiet work that happens long before the season begins. The early mornings, the extra arrows, the miles walked scouting, and the discipline to prepare when no one else is watching. But what if preparation isn't the destination? What if it's simply the beginning? In this episode of the Antler Up Podcast, Jeremy builds on that conversation by asking a question that goes far beyond whitetails: Who are you becoming because of this pursuit? Hunting has a way of revealing more than deer—it reveals our character. How do we respond when things don't go our way? What lessons do the woods teach us about patience, humility, gratitude, and resilience? In Episode 317, Jeremy reflects on the identity we're shaping through every season and challenges listeners to think beyond filled tags and antlers. Because someday the season will end, the stories will be told, and the antlers will collect dust. But the person you've become—that legacy will remain. This is a conversation about hunting, yes...but even more so, it's a conversation about becoming. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    What are you becoming?

  6. Jul 1

    Before the Moment

    As another whitetail season begins to take shape, it's easy to get caught up in hanging trail cameras, tuning bows, and obsessing over gear. But what if the most important preseason preparation has nothing to do with what's in your pack? In this solo episode of the Antler Up Podcast, Jeremy shares a different perspective on getting ready for the season ahead—one that shifts the focus from preparing for the hunt to preparing yourself. Through stories from his own offseason, including heading into the Pennsylvania woods to hang cameras, changes to his fitness journey, and lessons learned through teaching and photography, Jeremy explores the idea that opportunity doesn't create us—it reveals us. This isn't a hunting tactics episode—it's a conversation about stewardship, discipline, and becoming the kind of hunter who is ready when the moment finally arrives. Jeremy challenges listeners to think beyond trail camera photos and gear lists, asking one simple but powerful question: Who are you becoming before the moment arrives? Whether you're counting down the days until opening morning or simply striving to become a better husband, father, friend, or hunter, this episode is an invitation to invest in the one piece of equipment that matters most: yourself. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Before the Moment

  7. Jun 3

    Surviving the Pennsylvania TAC

    Most archery events are about punching targets and comparing scores. Total Archery Challenge is something entirely different. In Episode 315 of the Antler Up Podcast, I sit down with Jimmy, Tim, and the crew after an unforgettable weekend at the Pennsylvania Total Archery Challenge to relive the shots, stories, and experiences that make this event one of the most anticipated gatherings in archery. From steep terrain and demanding angles to targets that force you to trust your instincts, TAC pushes archers beyond their comfort zones and into a true test of skill, focus, and adaptability. Throughout the episode, we break down some of the course's most memorable shots—including the infamous bedded buck and a towering mule deer target stretching beyond 100 yards—while sharing the laughs, challenges, and camaraderie that unfolded along the way. We talk about the mental side of shooting, overcoming equipment issues in the field, and why the community surrounding Total Archery Challenge continues to grow year after year. Whether you're a bowhunter, competitive archer, or someone who simply loves outdoor adventure, this conversation captures what makes TAC so special: great people, unforgettable memories, and a chance to sharpen your skills while having an absolute blast in the mountains. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Surviving the Pennsylvania TAC

  8. May 20

    Progress Isn’t Always Pretty

    This week on the Antler Up Podcast, I’m giving a real-time update on where things are currently heading into a busy stretch of the season. After feeling frustrated with my shooting recently, I made a few small adjustments this past week that already seem to be helping mentally and physically. In this episode, I break down the mindset shifts I’m making, how slowing down and becoming more intentional has helped my confidence, and why I’m trying to focus more on execution rather than chasing scores as ASA approaches this weekend. I also dive into TAC season being right around the corner, some recent changes I’m making with fitness and nutrition using MTN Tough workouts, and the balancing act of trying to stay connected to turkey season while juggling work, content creation, photography, and life outside of hunting. I also touch on some current Pennsylvania hunting news and reflect on how hunting and archery seasons evolve over time. If you’ve been in a stretch where things haven’t fully clicked yet, this episode is a reminder that sometimes progress starts with a few small adjustments and simply continuing to show up. So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up! www.tethrdnation.com www.huntworthgear.com www.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Progress Isn’t Always Pretty
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The Antler Up Podcast is where hunting, self-improvement, and real-life grit collide. Every episode, host Jeremy Dinsmore digs deeper than tips and tactics—diving into the mindsets, habits, biology, and stories behind success in the woods and beyond. You’ll hear from world-class hunters, archery experts, NDA scientists, outdoor athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and relatable everyday folks who get it done without the spotlight. Whether you’re training in the offseason, grinding through November, or navigating the ups and downs of becoming a better human, this podcast delivers real conversations with real purpose. No fluff. No ego. Just growth, grit, and the pursuit of better—Antler Up.

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  • Creator
    Antler Up Podcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    326
  • Rating
    Explicit
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