The Mountain Dude Podcast
The Mountain Dude Podcast
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Welcome to the Mountain Dude Podcast, brought to you by Initial Ascent – where we share stories of grit, determination, and the relentless pursuit of growth. This is a space where backcountry hunting meets the deeper lessons of life – success born from struggle, and the art of carrying heavy loads more comfortably, both physically and metaphorically, through faith and perseverance.
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The podcast explores themes related to backcountry hunting, personal resilience, and life lessons learned from outdoor experiences, with episodes like the one featuring Martin Chagnovich discussing his journey to harvest a 200-inch mule deer and the foundational episode focusing on faith, family, and personal growth.
Welcome to the Mountain Dude Podcast, brought to you by Initial Ascent – where we share stories of grit, determination, and the relentless pursuit of growth. This is a space where backcountry hunting meets the deeper lessons of life – success born from struggle, and the art of carrying heavy loads more comfortably, both physically and metaphorically, through faith and perseverance.
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In this episode of The Mountain Dude Podcast, we sit down with Cody McCarthy—elk caller, Slayer Calls pro, and man of faith—to hear his incredible journey from killing his first bull at 12 years old to becoming one of the most respected voices in the elk hunting world. Cody shares raw, emotional stories from his early hunts with family, lessons learned from football and overcoming major health challenges, and how faith has shaped every step of his life.
We dive into elk calling tactics for early, mid, and late season, complete with live demos and practical tips you can replay on the road to elk camp. Cody also opens up about family, conservation, humility in the hunting industry, and the importance of doing hard things the right way. Whether you’re new to elk hunting or chasing your next big bull, this episode is packed with wisdom, motivation, and strategies you can take straight to the field.
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