Shedding Light Hunting Stories Podcast

Send Travis a Text MessageWhat a way to start of turkey season in Ohio! On April 21st Travis Williams covered over 5 miles of private land and barely heard a gobble. Yet it all came together on a small chunk of public land. April 22nd Trav Shirer went out with the dream of killing a turkey with his recurve. Today we unpack both hunts and the lessons learned. 

Send Travis a Text MessageToday we get a little bit of everything with our guest! David Nelson shares some incredible bobcat hunting stories along with a special Montana elk hunt with his dad. We wrap it all up with a nilgai hunt in West Texas. Great conversation and some unique stories! 

Send Travis a Text MessageToday I'm joined again by my friend Dan Ray from Utah. Dan and I talk about a lot of lessons we have learned in the elk woods. We dive into some tactics but primarily focus on the attitude and characteristics an elk hunter will need to have a good trip and experience. If you'd like to come on the show, send an email to shedinglightod@gmail.com. 

Send Travis a Text MessageToday I'm joined by Jason Jones. Jason shares some traditional archery stories and some crazy tough experiences he's had in life. We talk how Jason has overcome obstacles and challenges that he's faced. Check out Jason and Austin's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JonesBoysHuntingSquad

Send Travis a Text MessageThe title kind of describes how crazy of a story this one is today! I'm rejoined by Jacob Silvey of Arkansas, He gives us an update on what's been happening in the woods since last episode (Ep. 174). He's found some success and most recently on a buck in Kansas. But it didn't come without some struggles along the way including falling out of a tree. Check out InGodwetrustbows on Instagram to see Jacob's buck and his handmade custom bows for sale. 

Send Travis a Text MessageToday I'm joined by Ben McKinnis from Spokane, Washington. Ben was on the show in 2020 on episode 80. He comes on today to share how he was able to take his first bull elk on an incredible hunt with a buddy. 

Send Travis a Text MessageToday I'm joined by my wife Kate Williams to unpack the events of October 21st when I was nearly killed in a car accident. We explain my injuries and rehabilitation and then how on my first hunt back in the woods I was able to take my largest buck to date. Have a story to tell? Send me an email at sheddinglightod@gmail.com

Send Travis a Text MessageToday I'm joined by local friend, Matt Deems, who was able to take down his first buck with a bow a couple weeks back! And not just any buck, a stud! He tells the story and how it all went down.

Send Travis a Text MessageIt's been a long while since we've had an episode and I am currently looking for guests if you were interested in coming on. Send an email at sheddinglightod@gmail.com. Today I come on to tell my daughters success story, and a couple of my blunders. Hope your season is going well!

Send Travis a Text MessageIf you've listened to this show you are familiar with a couple of my Australian friends, Joel Fulton and Daniel Mummery. A couple months ago, Daniel was able to get his first sambar deer stag. In early August, he and Joel went deep into the backcountry by bicycle and Joel was up on the trigger this time. With Daniel having some back trouble, they weren't sure how the hunt would go and some doubts started to creep in. All of a sudden, God decided to give them a gift.To watch the full hunt go here and subscribe to Daniel's YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntersministry

Send Travis a Text MessageDavid Nelson from Texas joins me on the show today to tell an incredible story from Africa. We hear some of his stories growing up in Texas and then we dive into a hunt that didn't go as expected. Cape Buffalo can be an extremely dangerous animal to hunt and David unpacks the story today. We also hear some life lessons this taught David and you'll benefit from them. Be sure to check out our latest videos on Shedding Light Outdoors YouTube channel. 

Send Travis a Text MessageToday I'm rejoined by Dan Ray (and his wife Denise provides some great commentary!). He tells the awesome story of his recent bear hunt in Utah. It wasn't an easy hunt and he unpacks how it all worked out on the day before his season would end. It's a fun conversation and some great life lessons at the end!

Today I'm joined by a local whitetail legend named Rich Wynn. Rich wouldn't call himself a legend. He'd just say he's been blessed. He's been able to harvest quite a few Ohio big bucks along with some from other states as well. Today he shares some of these stories along with his first elk with a recurve bow and the time he had to run down and tackle an antelope! We also get into the story of how his son fell out of a tree stand and how that forever changed their lives.  Please listen until the end! If you'd like to come on the show please send an email to sheddinglightod@gmail.com!

Today I'm joined by Joey Eichelberger from Wisconsin. Joey comes on to share some great deer and turkey stories. We hear an awesome story of how he shot his first compound buck on public land back deep in a swamp. He also shares about his new business called The Bass Raft. You can check it out at the link below: https://bassraft.com/

***Correction, I say episode 218...it's 217. My bad. Carry on.***For 20 years my Australian friend Daniel Mummery has chased Sambar deer and had hoped to take a stag with antlers. And for 20 years, it hasn't panned out. With limited time to hunt and a critter that is very elusive, opportunities have been few and far between. That is...until a couple weeks ago. Daniel comes on to tell the special story and how his 78 year old dad was along for the journey. Be sure to check out Daniel's YouTube channel and the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34M6l1j0fdE

Today I tell the story of how I started the day planning to film and call for a buddy in Ohio but wound up on a piece of public in West Virginia I'd never been to. An hour later I had a turkey over my shoulder and was headed back to the car. Hope you enjoy! 

Today on the show Nate Root and I talk about how it all went down for us to punch our 2024 turkey tags...19 minutes apart...on different properties...using a vary similar method. The past week and for Nate, the past year, have had some challenges with the turkeys cooperating. It all panned out yesterday and we share the stories. Be sure to check out our latest YouTube video below on an exciting hunt from youth season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPynGgnN5V8

Today I have Alex Rewa on from Unseasoned Outdoors. Alex had the opportunity last year to intern with Bill Winke and we hear what that experience was like along with Alex's great deer and turkey stories. Stay tuned to the end when I talk a little about my eclipse experience. 

There's certain hunting memories that will never leave us. Most of those are ones where family or friends were a part of it. Today Carsen comes on the show to tell a story about he took his grandpa turkey hunting and had an amazing morning in the woods. He also shares some of his other favorite turkey experiences and hunts. You can check out that hunt and the Tag Em Outdoor YouTube Channel here:https://youtu.be/x_wiM7ZK4oo?si=Tdz01u6FP1_mCODP

Today I'm joined by Brandon Guindon, senior pastor and elder at RealLife Ministries in Texas. Brandon is an avid hunter and today we talk elk, mule deer, and some of his hunts to Africa as well. Brandon and I also talk about discipleship and how we need to be intentional about it. In fact Brandon has written an excellent book on that topic which I highly recommend. You can check it out below! https://a.co/d/bvay38W

Today I'm joined by Trent Ellis from Mississippi. You've probably seen some of Trent's hilarious content on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube. If not, check out a couple of his clips, subscribe, and give this episode a listen! Trent is a down to earth guy that loves hunting and we hear some of his best stories today. We also dive into the importance of having Christian friends and how they can help guide us during some hard times. Be sure to check out his channel under his name and also his podcast: Just Your Average Hunter.

Today I'm joined by Mitchell Glantz of Iowa. Mitchell has been chasing the Super 10 and hunts a variety of species...mostly with his trad bow. We hear about some amazing hunts and animals he's been able to take. It's a fun interview...if you enjoy it...pass it along to a friend who might as well!

I'm back! Thanks for coming back for another episode and if you'd like to come on the show please send me an email at sheddinglightod@gmail.com!Today I'm joined by Memphis native Mat McGraw. We talk about his early years hunting deer with dogs to his passion for bowhunting now. We hear a lot of great stories and hear Matt's perspective on grace. 

Today I'm joined by Danny Ard to hear some awesome stories. Danny shares his traditional archery stories form the past few years which culminates in his first recurve buck. Danny was on episode 6 and it was great to catch up with him again! Merry Christmas and hope you enjoy!

Today Austin rejoins the show to share some great stories from his 2023 turkey season and deer season. Austin was able to turn his turkey season around in the last week and get multiple Toms down. And he was also able to take his biggest bucks to date in Alabama. 

Today I'm joined again by good buddy Matt Dove to talk about an incredible hunt he had a couple weeks back. Matt was able to take his biggest buck to date in West Virginia. Be sure to follow Matt's stories over on Instagram at Matt_Dove_Media. 

My friend from across the river Jansen McCloy comes back on the show to talk about his 2023 season and how he was able to take a very nice buck in town. Great guest with a positive attitude! 

Today's episode is a unique one and has 3 parts. Part 1 I bring you up to speed on my season as I travel from my hometown back home.Part 2 Trav Shirer joins me in the car as we head out to our hunting spot. He tells the story of an awesome buck he was able to take a October 27th. Part 3 We tell the incredible encounter of our hunt and what led to me punching my tag on my first recurve buck...while on the ground...using a decoy. If we sound excited, it's because we are! Thanks for all the kind words and support!Make sure to SUBSCRIBE on YouTube to see the video which will be coming out soon!

Today I'm joined by my 7 year old Ansley to tell the story of her first ever deer. We unpack what lead up to season, her first 3 hunts, and how it all came together in a crazy moment on her fourth. It's always crazy having a kid on but she did well! Look for the full video on YouTube soon!

Today I'm joined in person by my two Australian friends, Daniel Mummery and Joel Fulton! We unpack how they both made it to the states, Joel's moose/wolf hunt and then we tell the awesome stories of the past two days. We've had an incredible time and had two great hunts. Hope you enjoy and be sure to check out Shedding Light Outdoors and The Hunter's Ministry on YouTube to see the videos coming out soon!  

GIVEAWAY ALERT- We are closing in on 3000 subs on Shedding Light Outdoors YouTube channel. Help us get to 3000 by sharing our post on Instagram, Facebook, or Go Wild and get entered to win a free Richardson Hat with our logo on it! Today I'm joined by Utah resident and fellow Team 10Derloin Bowhunting.com Contest member Dan Ray...aka Old Carp. Dan shares some great deer and elk stories today and some of his great experiences over the years. We talk about what it means to leave a legacy. 

Never before have we had each and every team member of Shedding Light Outdoors in one episode. Today is the day! I sit down with co-founder Travis Shirer and team members Josh Castle, Nate Root, Ben Cunningham, and Eric Penrod to discuss their summer planning, their season gameplan, and goals. Each guy has a different way they look at things and different events happening in their lives that will affect their season. Definitely some great information and some laughs along the way.  We pray you all have a great and awesome season as well!

Today I'm joined by Tony Fall and his daughter Alexis. Tony has been hunting for years and has taken 68 whitetail mostly in NE Ohio. Today he shares some of his favorite stories and his daughter Alexis shares how she got her first buck. We also hear the tale of how a bear attempted to steal a buck!Tony and Alexis also share some deep thoughts on their faith and how it has helped them get through some very dark times. 

Today we celebrate the 200th episode! Thank you so much for your support! Here's to many more stories!Today I'm joined by Wayne McDowell from Colorado to hear some amazing elk stories. He, his wife (who was 27 weeks pregnant at the time), and his dad all got drawn to hunt the same trophy unit. Each of them found success in their own unique way. Amazing stories that you're gonna love. 

Today I'm joined by Candadian Cody Desranleau to hear some great stories. Cody tells some of his best experiences including his first bull moose. Hope you enjoy!

Today I'm joined by Hunter Willis from Georgia, who is soon heading back to his home state of Indiana. We talk everything today...first buck with a bow, his wife's first deer, hogs, turkeys, and more. It's a fun one! Stick around to the end where I talk a little but about how we can make it through the changes in our lives. 

Today I'm joined again by Shane Simpson. Last time Shane was on we talked turkeys and had a great time. Today we dive into some of Shane's deer and deer tracking stories and they are good ones! But before all that Shane shares some exciting news about a brand new app called TRAKR. This app will help hunters who need a tracking dog easily connect with a tracker. It was also be a place to get some great information and data as tracks come in. I encourage you to give this one a listen and download the app!https://www.shanesimpsonhunting.com/

Today I'm joined again by Brandon Roberts of Pennsylvania. Brandon comes on to share about his brand new YouTube and social channel called Rocket Outdoorz in honor of his grandpa (known as Rocket). We hear stories from his past season and how some things went well...and how some things did not. Brandon shares how we deal with mistakes and use them to our benefit. Hope you enjoy!Check out and subscribe to Brandon's new channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RocketOutdoorz 

Today I'm joined on the show by Kevin Dickenson of Colorado. Kevin shares some great stories today and some valuable life lessons. We hear the story of how he got several of his college buddies into hunting and how they all joined the recovery for a 150 inch buck he shot. We also hear some good turkey and coyote stories as well. Check out Kevin's page on IG and YouTube called Imago_Hunt. 

Today I'm joined by my two Australian friends Joel and Daniel. Both are repeat guests and we've enjoyed getting to know them over the past couple of years. In fact, Joel, his wife, and Daniel will be coming to the US to visit in October!Joel comes on today to tell an incredible story of his recent New Zealand Tahr hunt. He and his friends had an amazing adventure and we get the bonus story of the "bootlegged boots". Daniel shares some great memories he's recently made duck hunting and we have a great time in this episode. 

Today I'm joined by Jon from central PA to hear some of his traditional archery deer stories and also the story of the "piebald buck that came back to life" that his grandpa shot. Great stories and a fun guest!If you'd like to come on the show send me an email at sheddinglightod@gmail.com.And to check out the newest YouTube video of Matt Dove getting his muzzleloader buck...click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNLT7n95NF8

Today I'm joined in the car with my buddy, and personal trainer, Todd Hartman as we come home from the Total Archery Challenge. We had a great time at TAC! Todd just got into archery a couple months back and got to experience the camaraderie of archery and meet some nice folks. We unpack how he got into archery and how fitness relates to it. We also get to hear some of Todd's backstory and how fitness (and now archery) have helped him move beyond some of his challenges from the past.  

Today I'm joined again by Michigan native Jeremy Bugay. Jeremy was on episodes 98 and 144 and talked about deer hunting. Today he shares how for 4 years he's been going after turkeys and striking out. That is, until this year, when he sent out a letter and gained permission on a property that would lead to his first turkey harvest. Check out Jeremy's video here: https://youtu.be/GMRlP1AwCl8

Today I'm joined by Howard Wright from Nashville. Howard shares some great deer hunting stories and experiences and then we dive into his first bear hunt to Canada. 

Trav Shirer and I have had a fun and challenging turkey season. We both had some different experiences yet some things the same. We both started with a recurve. We both filled our tags with a shotgun. Call us quitters...or call us smart? Listen to this episode and we'll unpack the journey and the fun we had. Hope you enjoy. Be sure to check out my video on YouTube....link below!https://youtu.be/YLoCl4ClcnM

Local friend Jason Cue comes back on the show today to share some great stories from the 2023 turkey season. He's found success in 2 states and also helped his kids get on some birds. We also get a recap of Jason's 2022-2023 deer season and it's a good one as well!

Today I'm joined by my unofficial co-host Trav Shirer to talk about our turkey season so far. It's only a week in here in Ohio and we've had plenty of good action. Trav and I both have fired an arrow and we also had a great youth hunt with my daughter and my neighbor Cody. To watch Cody's hunt click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgbLYAiQjBM

Today I'm joined by my good friend Trav Shirer and the guys from Inside Twenty. Matt, Tim, and Mike share their passion for traditional archery, the vision behind their podcast, and the community they've created. They have some great stories and we have some fun in this one. Be sure to check out Inside Twenty's podcast and YouTube links below!https://open.spotify.com/show/3SbaeaxRB5aFeW1NBmyWL3https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-twenty/id1637012043https://www.youtube.com/@insidetwenty2081

Today I'm joined by chef Aaron Johnson. Aaron shares some of his favorite hunting stories including some urban hunts along with some of his background as a chef. Very educational and entertaining interview. Bon Appetite!

Always love it when guests reach out to me to share some stories! Today's guest is high school senior Austin Cunningham. Austin has had a lot of great hunting experiences and shares some of his deer and turkey stories. He then tells the tales of some of his hog hunting adventures....not a topic we have covered a lot on the show so far. Let's just say things get a little exciting for Austin and his friends. Hope you enjoy and if you'd be interested in sharing your hunting stories please send an email to sheddinglightod@gmail.com

Today I'm joined by a guy who didn't grow up too far down the river from me in West Virginia but now lives in Montana. Colton Gilman joins us today to share some of his favorite hunts including some close encounters with bear and elk. It's a great conversation that I hope you enjoy. You can check out the elk video Colton mentions that he is in here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K0ifAI8gtEAlso, be sure to check out our Turkey Takeaway Videos each Tuesday on YouTube and Facebook.