The HuntLeague Podcast

In this episode of the HuntLeague Podcast, Tate Cunningham joins Jared Newman as they discuss the journey from college friends to passionate fathers and outdoor enthusiasts. They reflect on their shared history, Tate's transition from a music career to family life, and the legend of Smith Cunningham coming up clutch to finish out his Little League career.

The conversation then shifts to their hobbies, including rock climbing and fl...

In this episode, we sit down with Brad Brooks, founder and CEO of Argali Outdoors, to delve into the world of backcountry hunting gear innovation. Brad shares his journey from avid hunter to gear designer, discussing the inception of Argali and the philosophy behind creating ultralight, durable equipment tailored for serious hunters.

Topics Covered:

• The origins and mission of Argali Outdoors -Balancing entrepreneurship with a ...

Hunter Larson, owner of RYDR Industries joins the HuntLeague podcast!

After meeting Hunter at the Mile High Expo, Jared sits down with him to hear more of the story behind RYDR Industries. Hunter, at only 27 years old, is an experienced guide and outfitter chasing some of the biggest deer found in North America.

Since his early years, he has always been the type of person that likes to take things apart and figure out how they work...

HuntLeague sits down with KC Davies from SEVR Broadheads: what sets SEVR’s broadheads apart, real-world bowhunting stories, and the exciting news of SEVR joining the Sweet September league inside the HuntLeague mobile app.

I was the hunter that never wanted to touch a mechanical broadhead. Then I saw with my own eyes how a Sevr performed on a once in a lifetime buck on a less than ideal shot.

If you want field point accuracy, relia...

Steve Green is traveling the West with the Skre Gear booth showing hunters what Skre has to offer.  No matter the season or conditions Skre has you covered.  

Quality gear makes a HUGE difference in the field.  Staying comfortable and being able to push through tough conditions can often be the difference between success and eating tag soup.

If you have ever hunted with me you will notice I mismatch all my gear almost on a daily ba...

In this HuntLeague Podcast, we sit down with Armando Martinez, the owner of Bow Hitch. You have to watch the first few minutes to find out how you can win a fully guided New Mexico elk hunt! Every purchase from The Bow Hitch website between now and May (2025) gives you a chance to win this incredible experience.

Armando shares his journey as a hunter, firefighter, and police officer, and how his diverse background shaped his busine...

The wait is over! The 2024 HuntLeague Outdoorsman of the Year has arrived, showcasing the best hunters in the game. This prestigious honor represents the highest achievement in the

hunting world, celebrating those who embody skill, perseverance, conservation, and leadership in the outdoors.

This year, three elite hunters have risen to the top:

🔥 Brandon Anderson – A relentless hunter with unmatched precision. He finished first on ...

In this episode, I sit down with Steve Osterholzer, founder of Of Mountains and Men, a faith-based ministry that takes young men on life-changing wilderness adventures. Steve shares his incredible journey—from his 26-year career as a U.S. Army lieutenant colonel to his passion for mentoring young men through hunting, fishing, and backcountry expeditions.

We dive into the origins of Of Mountains and Men, the powerful experiences the...

In this episode, we chat with Rich Mayes from San Diego, California, a 2024 HuntLeague Outdoorsman of the Year finalist. Rich’s incredible year includes drawing a coveted Arizona archery elk tag and dominating the Sweet September league. After seven years of persistence, he finally harvested a San Diego buck with his bow and topped the leaderboard in daily challenges among the finalists. Rich also finished second overall on the Hun...

Join HuntLeague as we sit down with Joshua Katanik, a finalist now in back to back seasons competing for the 2024 HuntLeague Outdoorsman of the Year title, the most prestigious honor in the HuntLeague community.

In this podcast episode, Joshua shares his story from 2024. He is a machine checking the daily challenge boxes, working full time while volunteering at the local fire department, a husband & new father, and still found ...

Join HuntLeague as we sit down with Brandon Anderson, a finalist for the 2024 HuntLeague Outdoorsman of the Year, the most prestigious honor awarded inside the HuntLeague community. In this exclusive podcast episode, Brandon shares his story from 2024. You will see his passion for hunting along with his dedication to logging hunts, scouts, and daily challenges inside the HuntLeague app.

You will quickly find that the HuntLeague Out...

Lucas Paugh is a professional guide and outfitter and the legend behind Hogue Hunting's new knife lineup specifically designed for hunters.  

Lucas lives in California where he has incredible year round hunting opportunities.  He has hunted multiple continents and works as a Huntin' Fool advisor connecting hunters with dream hunts around the world.  

We talk elk hunting and calling strategies along with product testing and buil...

In this podcast, Jared sits down with Cody Manzi, the 2023 Gobbler King. Cody had another phenomenal season in 2024. On opening day in Oregon, he and his wife were able to get their first double with a baby in the blind! Not only was it a double but Cody harvested a super rare color phase bird.

We share stories and talk gear: pistol grip shotguns, red dots, Canebrake Calls, and Remington's TSS ammo. Cody's passion is contagious and...

Brandon Anderson "Brandon338" joins the HuntLeague Podcast and shares his expertise on Long Range Hunting.

In the first few minutes you get a glimpse into Brandon's long range hunting resume as we touch on several stories from just 2023. He was there to help his fiance take her longest shot ever harvesting a deer at 786yds only to beat it a month later with an elk at 998yds! We talk through a few of the scenarios he faced last seas...

Join us for this exclusive Turkey Calls & Tactics episode with Matt Mays, the mastermind behind Canebrake Call Company in South Carolina. With a passion for crafting custom turkey calls, Matt specializes in slate, glass, and diaphragm calls, each meticulously designed to produce lifelike turkey sounds that drive gobblers wild.

Discover the unique qualities of slate, glass, and diaphragm calls, and learn how to choose the right ...

Brian Austin joins the HuntLeague Podcast. Brian is the founder of Beast Mode Archery Challenge (BMAC) where archery, fitness, and bowhunting intersect. Brian has combined his life long passion for bowhunting with over 20 years of fitness training and coaching to create some of the most dynamic archery events in the country.

Beast Mode Archery Challenge (BMAC) hosts the Quiver Shiver, Endurance, King of the Mound/Hill, and the BMAC...

Wally King is no stranger to league finals at this point.  In 2023 he was nominated as a finalists in the Western Hunter, Sweet September, and now for the Outdoorsman of the Year title.  Although the crown has been elusive he has proven himself inside the HuntLeague community as a trusted voice and leader.

Wally is known as "ocdhunter" in the app.  He is a planner, methodical, and a constant student of the game whether that be read...

Cody Paratore for the second year in a row returns to the finals competing for the 2023 HuntLeague Outdoorsman of the Year title.  This year we added a new wrinkle to the competition by having our former Outdoorsman of the Year champions select the finalists from our pool of candidates. 

Many people know Cody from last year's finals but he also won the On Point Experience league this year and was able to go on his first bear hunt w...

Joshua Katanik was one of three finalists selected for the 2023 HuntLeague Outdoorsman of the Year.  This year we added a new wrinkle to the competition by having our former Outdoorsman of the Year champions select the finalists from our pool of candidates.

Some of you may have already been introduced to Joshua late last year as he was a newcomer in the app but was able to finish on top of the Sweet September (archery elk) league. ...