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The American Dream Is ALIVE | Marine Turned Entrepreneur Nov 11, 2026

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500 EPISODES! We're celebrating a major milestone on the ElkShape Podcast with an absolute banger of a guest.

Meet Alex Mauri — follower of Christ, husband, father, United States Marine Corps veteran, former law enforcement officer, and the entrepreneur behind Star-Batt.

Alex's journey is anything but ordinary. From serving his country in the military and law enforcement to building a successful startup, his story is one of faith, grit, determination, and refusing to settle.

We dive into his remarkable entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building a business from the ground up, and how he balances success with what matters most — his faith and family in beautiful North Idaho.

We also break down Star-Batt, an innovative solution for hunters running the Starlink Mini in the backcountry. Since the Starlink Mini doesn't come with its own battery, Star-Batt provides a rugged, waterproof protective case with 24+ hours of potential runtime. Your Starlink can operate with the case closed, keeping you connected to family back home, hunting partners, or help when things don't go according to plan.

Whether you're coordinating an elk pack-out, checking in with loved ones, or dealing with an emergency deep in the mountains, reliable communication can be a game changer.

This episode is about more than hunting gear or building a business. It's about faith, family, hard work, taking risks, and creating a life worth living.

Thanks for being part of the ElkShape journey.

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The Science of Becoming a Better Elk Hunter | Dr. Stephan Mengoni Nov 04, 2026

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How FIT do you really need to be to hunt elk? And does your broadhead choice matter as much as you think? Today, Dan sits down with Dr. Stephan Mengoni, professor at Gonzaga University, dedicated bowhunter, husband, father, and host of the Kinesio Outdoors Podcast. Stephan brings a unique combination of academic knowledge, physical fitness, and real-world elk hunting experience to the conversation. We dive into the physical demands of chasing elk in rugged country, what it actually takes to prepare your body for the mountains, and the lessons Stephan has learned throughout his elk hunting journey. We also get NERDY on broadhead selection for elk. Fixed blades versus mechanicals, performance, penetration, and the considerations that go into choosing the right broadhead when the moment of truth arrives. Being fit doesn't guarantee success. Neither does having the best gear. But preparation can stack the odds in your favor. This episode is packed with practical insight for bowhunters looking to improve their physical capabilities, sharpen their decision-making, and become more effective in the mountains. Whether you're preparing for your first elk hunt or your twentieth, there's something here to help you level up. #ElkShape #ElkShapePodcast #ElkHunting #Bowhunting #BroadheadTesting #MountainFitness #KinesioOutdoors 💢 Discount Codes 💢 INITIAL ASCENT - 5% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE PODIUMARCHER.COM 10% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE https://www.podiumarcher.com/collections/all-products-1 BORN PRIMITIVE OUTDOOR - 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://get.aspr.app/SH1sot PEAX EQUIP - 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://www.peaxequipment.com/ CANVAS CUTTER - 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://canvascutter.com/ WILDERNESS ATHLETE | 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://wildernessathlete.com/ SHEEPFEET | 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://bit.ly/SheepFeet onXhunt ELITE Membership | 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://bit.ly/ONXHUNT OLLIN | 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://ollin.co/collections/snapshot DARK ENERGY | 10% Off CODE: ELKSHAPE - https://bit.ly/3P5x3BY BLACK RIFLE COFFEE | 20% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE20 - https://blackriflecoffeecompany.pxf.io/9LnW0E FOUNDATION OURDOORS | 20% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE - https://www.foundation-outdoors.com/?sca_ref=10392320.yNY8hl6qQLCpq TRICER GEAR | 10% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE ============================= 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The ElkShape Podcast HERE: ============================= Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elkshape/id1315352438 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EplB7OPWM5HcsT2c0HzEv ============================= This Video was Filmed Using: ============================= AMAZON STORE 👉 https://www.amazon.com/shop/elkshape?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_X57159T6BSR8HN6Z3T3W A CAM - SONY A1 BODY ➡️ https://amzn.to/3wLZLBW B CAM - SONY A7 IV W/KIT LENS ➡️ https://amzn.to/3InUGST SONY LONG LENS 70-200MM ➡️ https://amzn.to/433SXLW WIRELESS DJI MIC 2 ➡️ https://amzn.to/3uYPku5 STUDIO LENS 24-70MM ➡️ https://amzn.to/3PbhZD8 DJI DRONE ➡️ https://amzn.to/3TqrAZo DJI ACTION 4 ➡️ https://amzn.to/49FDPXA HEADPHONES ➡️ https://amzn.to/4bwRa6c ============================= We are selling hard work! Behind The Scenes: https://www.instagram.com/elkshape/ https://www.instagram.com/elkshapetraining https://elkshape.com/ #elkshape

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They Quit Their Jobs to Build a Life Outdoors Oct 28, 2026

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Steven and Elena wanted a life built around the outdoors—and they were willing to bet on themselves to create it.

Elena is an outdoor and wildlife artist. Steven is a professional outdoor photographer and videographer. Both archery hunt out West, and today they join Dan to share how they met, why they quit their jobs and what it takes to turn their passions into a living.

From documenting backpack hunts in northern British Columbia to building their own businesses, we dig into the adventures, uncertainty and work behind the life they’ve chosen.

If you’ve ever wanted to work for yourself and make more room for what matters to you, this conversation will hit home.

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