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KHC 155 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 12 Oct 28, 2025

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Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast episode! This week Cam and James clear up the air from recent backlash about whether or not a 50K is a marathon, if it’s safe to run Cocodona after only training for a year, charity in running events and more!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 James is in Hot Water: Is a 50K an Ultra Marathon?

00:07:23 Koda Runs: Clearing up “Not a Runner” Statement

00:17:05 Social Media & Couch Quarterbacks

00:23:23 Having Delusional Goals Growing Up

00:33:56 Kallai Buyna: 75 Miles in 12 Hours

00:36:05 Chit Vera: Robbed in the MMA

00:38:46 Current & Upcoming Giveaways

00:43:18 Running for Charity: Thoughts on Paul Johnson’s Recent Race

00:51:25 Big’s Backyard Ultra

00:56:39 Government Shutdown & Backlash for Supporting Public Lands

01:03:52 Final Thoughts

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KHC 155 - Speedland Boots Oct 24, 2025

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New Boot Goofin? Join us for a conversation about Speedlands NEW boots, trial and tested through harsh mountain conditions by Cam Hanes over the last year.

Speedland - a premium trail running shoe brand founded in 2021 by former Nike and Under Armour designers Dave Dombrow and Kevin Fallon. Based in Portland, Oregon, the company focuses on creating high-performance footwear for trail and ultra running, emphasizing innovation, durability, and customization without compromises driven by mass production or cost-cutting. Their mission is to build "the best possible trail running shoes in existence" in limited quantities, drawing inspiration from elite athletes and specific terrains across the U.S.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Testing New Shoes & Helping Cam at Cocodona

00:05:39 Working with Big Brands vs Running the Brand as a Founder

00:09:10 Tough Conditions, Blisters, & Human Performance

00:18:08 Connecting with People at Races: 2025 Races

00:20:31 The NEW Speedland Boot: XB:BLK

00:32:44 NEW: GS:BLK Running Shoe

00:34:51 Products & Finding a Balance with Perfecting the Details

00:37:24 Speedlands Culture & Focus of Branding

00:40:13 The Effect of Tariff's and Speedland’s Mission in Quality

00:42:27 Speedland Athletes

00:47:41 Goals: The Future of Speedland

00:49:55 Final Thoughts

KHC 153 - Eli Wehbe Oct 22, 2025

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Eli Wehbe - ultra-endurance runner and former Hollywood nightlife entrepreneur. After leaving the club scene, he transformed his life through fitness, completing the Cocodona 250-mile race in 2025 (30th overall) and training for the Arizona Monster 300. He shares his journey of resilience, discipline, and self-discovery via Instagram (@eliwehbe) and his memoir Mask.

Join us for a conversation about ultra running, recovering from being at rock bottom, social media strategy in running, and more!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 From Nightclubs to Running an Ultra Marathon with David Goggins

00:05:53 Moab 240: The Will to Keep Pushing

00:07:57 The Love of Ultra Running & Being a “Run-Fluencer”

00:10:41 Connections with Celebrities from the Nightclub

00:12:55 Los Angeles “Dreams” & Sobriety

00:17:16 Andy Glaze, Social Media Fame: A Passion Project

00:25:21 Having a “Look” to Stand Out: The IT Factor

00:28:17 Upcoming Runners, Eli’s Dad, and David Goggins

00:36:20 Rock Bottom for Eli Wehbe

00:48:18 You Can Fight Your Way out of Rock Bottom

00:51:02 Eli’s First 100 Mile, Running on a Broken Toe, & Cocodona

00:57:42 Eli’s Training Regimine

01:02:09 From Vegan to Eating Meat

01:03:22 Lift. Run. Shoot., Messages on Social Media, and Podcasts

01:08:45 Starting a Run Club & Future Goals

01:12:20 Impacting Others to Live a Better Life

01:14:16 Believing in a Higher Power

01:17:09 Eli’s Old Misconceptions About Hunting

01:18:53 Eli’s Connection with Andy Frisella

01:22:13 Expensive Cars & Designer Clothes

01:28:50 Eli’s Connection with Bradley Martyn

01:31:21 Final Thoughts

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KHC 152 - Wounding Oct 20, 2025

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Talking about wounding an animal is taboo for most people – Join Cam Hanes and James Williams for a deep dive into wounding and the steps you can take to prevent it from happening, and if it does happen, what you can do to recover the animal. This is IMPORTANT, and this is why we’re talking about it.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Stats: Wounding Game with a Bow VS Rifle

00:05:17 Ethics in Hunting

00:10:12 Different Types of Shots: Arrow & Bullet Wounds

00:15:39 A Bull Cam Wounded

00:18:58 Different Types of Blood: Knowing the Difference When Blood Trailing

00:27:06 Everything Matters: Confidence in Your Shot

00:30:12 Why Talking About Wounding in Taboo

00:34:55 1994: Wounding a Blacktail Deer

00:38:20 Following Tracks

00:44:39 High Percentage Shots

00:46:15 “Cute” Shots

00:48:54 Selecting the Right Broadheads

01:02:40 Final Thoughts

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KHC 151 - Ultra Risks Oct 19, 2025

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So, you want to run an ultra marathon? Cam Hanes delves into the extreme risks of ultra-marathon running. From debilitating injuries and relentless vomiting to dizziness, hallucinations, and the rare but real threat of death. Cam shares raw insights into the physical and mental toll of pushing the human body to its limits in these grueling races and what you can do to work your way into running a race like this … if you even should.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 50K Races (31.07 Miles)

00:07:45 100 Mile Race: The Holy Grail

00:18:40 “Mountain Legs”

00:27:53 The Reality of a Marathon: Running for the Wrong Reasons

00:32:27 There Are Consequences

00:34:22 Twin Cities Marathon & Cam’s Goals for Courtney Dauwalter

00:35:29 Upcoming Podcasts Guests

00:36:44 2025 Holiday Giveaways & Final Thoughts

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KHC 150 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 11 Oct 15, 2025

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Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast episode! This week Cam and James cover questions from Instagram, Truett’s marathon update, the Moab 240 and more!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Hate Comments from Cam’s Bow Set-Up Video

00:05:56 Old Playboy Magazines

00:08:34 Hennessey Truck Giveaway Update

00:10:23 Cam’s Top 3 Favorite Rappers

00:11:51 St. George Marathon & Addressing the Haters

00:18:32 Moab 240, David Goggins, & Killian Korth

00:21:07 The Reality of Long Marathon Races

00:26:22 Moab 240: Andy Glaze

00:29:55 Industry Drama & The Ed Gein Story on Netflix

00:36:24 Thoughts on the Recent Leadville Film

00:38:32 Ambler Road Project

00:40:48 QA’s from Instagram

00:43:00 Wenaha Film Progress

00:45:44 Cam’s Jury Duty

00:55:52 Outro: Final Thoughts

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KHC 149 - Cam Hanes’ Bow Set-Up Oct 06, 2025

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Dive into the gear that powers bowhunter Cam Hanes through epic backcountry hunts. In this quick podcast episode, Cam breaks down what he uses for his bow, arrows, broadheads and more!

Whether you're a newbie archer or seasoned hunter, discover how this setup delivers deadly accuracy at any range.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Arrows

00:07:03 Broadheads

00:11:54 Easton Arrows: The Gold Shaft Standard

00:14:58 The Role of Confidence & the Gear You Use

00:16:14 Releases

00:21:16 Bow String, Peep, and Kisser

00:23:45 Cam’s Bow Setup: Riser, Stabalizer, Wrist Strap, etc.

00:29:44 Importance of a Forgiving Bow

00:31:18 Bow Sight

00:40:59 Feather on Cam’s Bow: An Ode to the Old Days

00:42:15 Why Cam Doesn’t Use Lighted Nocks

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KHC 148 - Meat Care: Techniques to Properly Care for Your Game Meat Oct 06, 2025

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Join us for a quick dive into preparing for hunting season like a pro! In this short episode, Cam shares expert tips on gearing up for a successful hunt and proven techniques to properly care for your game meat. Learn how to minimize waste, prevent spoiling, and ensure your harvest stays fresh!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Cam’s Thoughts on Losing Meat

00:03:11 Always Have a Good, Sharp Knife - Montana Knife Company Knives

00:08:31 Timing is Important: The Sun is Your Enemy

00:12:32 Order of Skinning and Remove the Meat After the Kill

00:16:42 Gutless Method

00:18:52 Removing Meat from the Head & Neck: Every Last Ounce

00:24:47 Solo Hunt Scenarios to Preserve the Meat

00:27:58 Meat Bags

00:31:18 Keep the Meat Clean

00:32:29 Keeping Bear Away From Your Harvest

00:36:50 Have a Plan Before Your Hunt

00:40:40 Cam’s Preferred Cuts: Taking the Meat to a Meat Processor

00:41:42 Keeping the Meat Cool & Dry in a Cooler

00:42:40 Final Thoughts: Gideon Compliments and Hate Comments

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KHC 147 - Elk Season Autopsy Oct 01, 2025

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Join us for recap of Cam’s hunting season - from a dream Oregon Wenaha hunt to his traditional yearly hunt at San Carlos. This podcast covers all the details of each hunt!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 This Years Hunts & Hunting the Wenaha - Recap

00:10:33 Colorado Mule Deer Hunt

00:19:36 San Carlos Elk Hunt

00:31:56 Colorado Elk Hunt

00:37:24 The Man from Alaska: A God-Felt Meaningful Conversation

00:41:03 Utah Elk Hunt: Adam Greentree, Joe Rogan, and Evan Hafer

00:44:51 Hunting Wenaha: A Dream Hunt

01:16:02 Packing Out Cam’s Oregon Bull

01:21:07 Thrilled with the Wenaha Hunt After a 24-Year Wait

01:23:04 Feelings of an Undeserving Success in Bowhunting

01:28:08 Final Thoughts

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KHC 146 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 10 Sep 30, 2025

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Join Cam and Gideon (James Williams) for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly episode! On this episode they cover the Mammoth 200 race, which cereals are the best, struggles during Cam’s Wenaha elk hunt, and more!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Sh*t Talkers Weekly Disclaimers

00:04:52 Paul Skenes & the San Diego Pirates

00:23:20 Mammoth 200 Race

00:10:16 Mark Dowdle - Backyard Ultra

00:13:20 The Great Debate: Poptarts, Cereal, and Veggies

00:20:24 Struggles in the Wenaha: No Water and Cramps