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A Traditional Bowhunting Podcast

Schafer Magnant and Chris Sekol


    • May 26, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 29m AVG DURATION
    • 170 EPISODES


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    Episode 169: Coltin Hurst of Hurst Bows

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 86:13


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we get to know Coltin Hurst.  We discuss his bow business and all of his bow designs and as usual... all things bowhunting.  

    Episode 168: Getting To Know Paul Brunner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 85:45


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn the short time we've got to know Paul, he has had us laughing harder than we have in a long time.  He is clearly one of a kind and a true legend in the traditional bowhunting community.  He has strong opinions that most of us will agree with, tons of hunting tales, and he is just an amazing human.  I have no doubt this will not be the last episode we see from Paul.  

    Episode 167: The Fellowship of the Longbow With Ben Mahr

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 54:49


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comAnother classic sit down with our good friend Ben Mahr

    Episode 166: Where Have We Been

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 46:54


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we're playing catch up.  We discuss The Tennessee Classic, PA Turkey opener, The Spring Classic Trad Shoot, and everything in between.

    Episode 165: Taking Bowhunting Josh Snyder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 93:34


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis was a fun one.  This week we get to know Pennsylvania traditional bowhunter  Josh Snyder.  This was a fun episode to record and one that has been in the making since last fall.  Josh is loaded with stories and nonsense that we all appreciate so much so this one won't disappoint.Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 164: Getting to Know David Schneider of Whiskey City Trad

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 122:29


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comDavid from Whiskey City Joins us this week and it's an episode that doesn't disappoint!

    Episode 163: Talking Bowhunting with TJ Escue

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 80:15


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis one's been a long time coming.  This week we sit down with TJ Escue from West Virginia!

    Episode 162: Talking String Trackers with Norm Parks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 103:31


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comNorm Parks, owner of Trad Tracker (Trad Trackr) to talking all about using a string tracker and why his are unique.  This episode is a blast and it was fun to learn more about these amazing ;little devices.  Plus we're able to get some good hunting stories in along with a few left hand turns as usual.  

    Episode 161: Talking Primitive Seasons with Michael Arnette

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 58:36


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comMichael Arnette is back and this time we're discussing new Traditional Only hunting seasons in Utah!

    Episode 160: Getting to Know Nick Reddy of Reddy Made Strings

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 93:18


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we sit down with Nick Reddy from Reddy Made Strings and discuss his traditional archery path, some good hunting stories, and some left hand turns as usual.Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 159: Going Traditional With Noah Oakley

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 82:57


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we have Noah Oakley joining to discuss his traditional adventure, share some great hunting tales, and a bunch of laughs.

    Episode 158: Catching Up With Chris Shelton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 102:57


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comTalking elk, sika deer, saddles, filming, and a whole bunch of other stuff.  Chris is back and we couldn't be happier to be hanging out with him!

    Episode 157: Dangerous Game With Randy and Denny

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 89:54


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis is an absolute hilarious and hair raising episode you won't want to miss.  Join us as we bring back Denny Sturgis and Randy Cooling to talk about dangerous game!

    Episode 156: Gaining Permission with Colton Gilman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 78:06


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comColton is back and this time we're discussing the best approach to gaining private land access.  Colton has been very successful in this are and wanted to share his approach with others.

    Episode 155: New Offerings From Safari Tuff and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 111:03


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comRandy is back and a good time was had by all as usual.  We're covering new offerings, colors, etc. from the Safari Tuff line up, some hunting tales, arrow selection and tuning, and a whole slew of other banter.

    Episode 154: The Pig Hunt Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 100:53


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we are joined by our substitute co-host Newman Landa, and guests Derek DiRuzza, Lance Martin, and Porter Mitchell to discuss the most recent PBS pig hunt.  We had a blast hearing about their recent hunt, the lessons learned, and a bit of success!

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    Episode 153: If There's A Will, There's A Way With Big Ed Schlimme

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 84:14


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we get to know Big Ed and quickly learn this man has no quit in him.  His story is absolutely fascinating and is a true display of grit and determination.

    Episode 152: A True Campfire BS Session With Gary Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 83:05


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comA true all over the place conversation with our buddy Gary Hall of DM Custom Arrows.  Enjoy.

    Episode 151: Catching Up With Luke Chase

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 79:58


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comLongbow Luke is back with another fun episode.  From bows, broadheads, and a great hunting season, this episode is full of good conversation.

    Episode 150: Colton Gilman on Turkeys from the Green Mountain Tradcast Archives

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 53:44


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comWith us and everyone else being busy around the holidays we figured we would at least put something out there for everyone to listen to. Here is an episode with Colton Gilman about the basics of Turkey Hunting with a Stickbow.Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 149:Dave Darling Of Kalamazoo Bow Works and Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 77:33


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we sit down with Dave Darling of Kalamazoo Bow Works and the Kalamazoo Traditional Bowhunting Expo.  We catch up on what's new in the bow shop, with the expo, and hear all about his hunting season!

    Episode 148: Perseverance Pays Off With Dan Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 120:00


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comA super fun podcast talking about hunting mountain bucks, learning lessons, and a whole bunch of other fun stuff.  

    Episode 147: Listener Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 64:52


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comToday we're answering your questions.  Thanks to all that submitted.

    Episode 146: Youth Christmas Giveaway and More With Damion Howard

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 76:11


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we sit down with Damion Howard and learn more about him and how the Christmas Bow Giveaway came about.

    Episode 145: PA Hunt Recap (A Broken Archery Season)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 101:12


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we're Joined with Ryan Job of Laurel Mountain Outfitters to discuss our 2024 PA archery season.  Schafer tells about his first PA buck and Chris gets soft and talks about how he over comes doubt and the story ends happily ever after.  Enjoy.

    Episode 144: Mid Season Banter and Mobile Setups with Josh and Tony

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 88:38


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comWe dive deep into mobile setups and hacks and also answer some questions.  Enjoy

    Episode 143: Hard Work Pays Off With Blaine Swanson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 101:49


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we sit down with Blaine Swanson to catch up and discuss his recent buck he shot in Minnesota.  Unfortunately we do have a few connection issues, but this episode doesn't disappoint and Blaine has a fantastic story for us.  Enjoy!

    Episode 142: Getting to Know Iron Will Bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 101:32


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we are joined by Bill Vanderheyden of Iron Will Outfitters.  We go deep into the weeds discuss broadheads, Iron Will's backstory and get into some good hunting tails.  This is an awesome episode you don't want to miss!Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 141: Compton Youth Hunt Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 61:46


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we get to meet Nora, Katie, Liam and Jacob and here all about their most recent trip to Plum Creep and the adventures they shared there.  Thanks Compton for putting together such an amazing hunt for some lucky youth hunters.

    Episode 140: An Epic Elk Hunt With Shan Mandrayer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 124:37


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comSome technical issues didn't stop us from hearing an absolute epic elk hunt story.  Join us we welcome Shan Mandrayer back to the podcast for some banter and good ol' hunting tails.

    Episode 139: Pre Season BS'ing with Derek Diruzza

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 106:05


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comA straight up BS session with our buddy Derek.  We had a blast as always and listen as we discuss our tactics, Derek's bows he makes, and more.

    Episode 138: Alaska Recap with Vance and Eric

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 100:20


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comFrom HVAC to Alaska we cover it all in this episode.  We welcome back Vance Henry and Eric McKee to the podcast to discuss their recent moose hunt in AK.

    Episode 137: The Grizzly Hunt with Brian Koelzer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 79:35


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this episode we're talking Grizzly Bears in Alaska.  Brian Koelzer is back to talk about his recent Grizzly Bear hunt and you don't want to miss it! Also Brian was on his way to hunt Mule Deer so pardon the occasional service interuptionGene Wensel Auction https://mtba.org/Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 136: Phil Holcombe of the PA Bowhunter Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 62:42


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis week we have Phil Holcombe of the Pennsylvania Bowhunters Festival.  We learn all about the history of the shoot, the generations of volunteers, and the heritage of this Sullivan County treasure most of us PA folks hold dear to our hearts.

    Episode 135: Pre Season Talk with The Clouds

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 89:26


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThe Clouds come back to the podcast this week and we get to catch up on the trip to Colorado, a new PL, and Bailey Gal's no role helping out at Compton Traditional Bow Hunters.  Gene Wensel Auction https://mtba.org/Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 134: Pre Season Talk and More With Ryan Jobe

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 92:34


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comFrom elk season to past whitetail hunts, we hit it all in this episode.

    Episode 133: Catching Up With Andy Ponce

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 77:05


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comThis is one you don't want to miss.  We catch up with our longtime friend and first partner here at the Broken Arrow, Andy Ponce of Addictive Archery.  A seriously good episode that digs at what's really important in life.

    Episode 132: Randy Cooling and The Origin Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 116:43


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comRandy is back on the show and we hit everything from Taipan builds and painting to his first traditional kill.  

    The Forgotten Intro: Winner Announced!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 9:15


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comI was in a fog Sunday night and failed to add in the intro Schafer and I did just prior to the episode with Brian.  Our 10 shot giveaway winner is announced along with some other important news.  Enjoy!

    Episode 131: Grizzlies, Trees, and More with Brian Koelzar

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 102:38


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comSome of the best hunting stories to grace this podcast. Sit down with a coffee or bourbon and just listen.Gene Wensel Auction https://mtba.org/Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 130: The Search for Apple with Jake Hawkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 91:44


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comWe had a last minute cancelation and our good friend, Jake Hawkins jumped in at the last minute as this weeks guest.  Jake comes in full of great hunting stories from last season, his pre-season prep, and everything in between.Partners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 129: The Compton Arrow Raffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 30:54


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comWho loves a mid week surprise podcast?  Tonight we sat down with Brad Bixler and Bryan Burkhardt and talk about the Broken Arrow Arrow raffle!  For the second year in a row we've teamed up with Compton Traditional Bowhunter Hunters to build out a dozen Surewood Shafts, complete with custom painted camo and custom spliced feathers.  Whether online or in person at ETAR, be sure to check in with Compton and get in on this raffle!

    Episode 128: “Hiki No” with Chris and Gavin Guadiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 94:52


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comPartners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 127: Catching Up With Eric McKee of Great Northern Quivers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 78:36


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comBear hunts, upcoming trips to AK for moose, Great Northern Quivers and everything in between.  Join us for a nice chat with our good friend, Eric McKee of Great Northern Quivers.

    Episode 126: A Sawmill Campfire with Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 51:18


    Send us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIt was another great year at the Sawmill Traditional Archery shoot.  Join us as we sit down around the fire and enjoy some fun conversations.

    Episode 125: Traveling To Hunt Learning Curves With Josh Neil

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 77:46


    Send us a Text Message.Josh is back and this time to discuss what he learned in his latest fly to hunt trip.  There's some fantastic tidbits of info that may help you navigate your next fly to hunt trip.  And a good hunting tale for good measure

    Episode 124: Listener Q and A

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 68:45


    Send us a Text Message.A solid Father's Day BS session with Chris and Schafer answering your questions.

    Episode 123: First Time At The Rendezvous With Father Thomas Hunyor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 81:38


    Send us a Text Message.This is a fun and informative episode for all of you about to hit you first Rendezvous.  As always, some pretty epic hunting stories sprinkled in for good measure.

    Episode 122: Getting to Know Jerry Gowins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 101:18


    Send us a Text Message.An episode covering photography, bowhunting, caribou, and everything in between with a incredibly fun person to talk to.  Join us as we sit down with Jerry Gowins and get to know him a little better.  

    Episode 121: At the Flip of the Coin with Josh Neil

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 83:18


    Send us a Text Message.In this episode we sit down with Josh Neil from Oklahoma and hear about his journey down the big game hunting path, his many choices of weapons, and some other fun stuff in between.Email- thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comPartners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

    Episode 120: The Mental Side with Newman and Brad

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 117:34


    Send us a Text Message.Can't keep your shit together at full draw?  This episode is for you.Email- thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comPartners Black Widow Bowshttps://www.blackwidowbows.com/Addictive Archeryhttps://www.addictivearchery.com/Safari Tuffhttps://safarituff.com/Great Northern Quivershttps://greatnorthernquivers.com/Laurel Mountain Outfitters - Brokenarrow10 for 10% OFFhttps://laurelmountainoutfitters.com/VPA Broadheads- Brokenarrow10 for 10% offhttps://vparchery.com/

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