Wilderness Warrior Podcast

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Surviving the Great Reset Jun 11, 2021

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In this episode, hosts Eric Conn and Dan Berkholder talk about how you can survive The Great Reset. We'll also talk about some of the top Scotches on our list right now, great books, and strategies for winning in 2021.
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Masculine Christianity, Zach Garris
Man of the House, C.R. Wiley
The Household and the War for the Cosmos, C.R. Wiley
Durable Trades, Rory Groves
The Creature from Jekyl Island, G. Edward Griffin

On Me: Delta Force MSG Joshua Wheeler on Memorial Day May 31, 2021

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In this episode, guest host Kyle talks about the story of MSG Joshua Wheeler, who died facing danger for the sake of his men and the mission. He’ll talk about how the lessons of Wheeler’s life and actions can fuel men in pursuit of masculine virtue.

Interview with Bill Rapier, Navy SEAL, DEVGRU (SEAL Team 6), AMTAC Shooting May 15, 2021

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In this episode, host Eric Conn interviews Bill Rapier, who served for close to 20 years as a Navy SEAL and member of DEVGRU (SEAL Team 6). An expert at hand to hand combat with both knives and firearms, Bill is also a Christian father and husband, serves in his local church, and invests his time training boys and men. We talk about Bill's training classes, the fundamental skills men need to know, and how they can get in adequate shape to be faithful warriors.
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AmTac Shooting (Bill's training company)
Modern Minute Man Physical Training Program
AmTac Shooting Instagram page

Men Are Made to be Protectors May 08, 2021

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In this episode, hosts Dan Berkholder and Eric Conn talk about why men are responsible for the protection of their family and other innocents. From weapons to personal defense, men are made to defend the perimeter and shed blood for the sake of their family, community, and country. We'll examine the historical understandings of defense of life and talk about why some Christians today are mistakenly pacifists.
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Men Are Made for Provision Apr 22, 2021

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In this episode, Dan Berkholder talks about how and why men are to be providers. There’s a primal instinct for men to provide food, protection, and shelter for their people. A great way to harness these skills today is by sharpening them in the wilderness.

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Knife Making with Evan Siembida Apr 01, 2021

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In this episode, I talk with Evan Siembida, owner of Siembida Custom Knives, about the art of making knives. We also talk about Evan's wild game appetites, which range from turtles to coyote. Yes, coyote. Finally, we'll explore some of the ways the wilderness can shape men today and create space for creative passions.
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Siembida Custom Knives
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Mastering Wild Game Meat with Quinn Bible Mar 18, 2021

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Quinn Bible is the owner/operator of Salt and Strings Butcheryin Illinois. He's an expert at venison butchering and specializes in premium cuts of beef and pork, too. He joins hosts Eric Conn and Dan Berkholder as we talk about best tips for meat care, some great recipes for neck roasts, and Quinn's amazing corned venison recipe. Learn how to get the best meat cuts ready for your dinner table.
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Why Men Need to Be Sages Mar 12, 2021

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What is a sage? It's a man who is mature in wisdom, which is a skill for navigating well through a complex world. He knows how to sharpen an arrow, stalk an elk, run a small business, cultivate a strong household, and so much more.
In this episode, Eric Conn and Dan Berkholder talk about how men can become sages, and why it's important. So many of our wilderness heroes were deep, thoughtful, well-read men, something we aspire to be today.
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Carry A Big Stick, by George Grant (Teddy Roosevelt biography).
Endurance, Alfred Lansing (Shackleton's antarctic voyage).
Future Men, Doug Wilson (on raising sons).
My friend Joseph von Benedikt has a great podcast (Backcountry Hunting Podcast)
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Morel Mushroom (and Bear) Hunting with Matt Breuer Mar 06, 2021

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In this episode, we talk with Matt Breuer, of North Country Guide Service in Northern Minnesota. Matt is an outdoor gun writer, health care worker, and hunting, fishing, and wild edibles guide. Matt talks about expert tips for finding morel mushrooms, prepping them to eat, and his favorite wild game dishes to prepare them with. We also talk about bear hunting—including a 500+ pound bear Matt guided a hunter to kill—plus walleye fishing, and some of the opportunities you can capitalize in Minnesota as a sportsman.
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Why Men Need a Gang Feb 27, 2021

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Hosts Dan Berkholder and Eric Conn talk about why men need a gang. Whether you're hunting in the backcountry or starting a small business, men were made to thrive in the midst of a brotherhood of other men. We'll talk about what makes a good tribe for men, as well as ways you can build or join your own.
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