In this episode of the Dreaded Archer Podcast, I sit down with Dontae Thorne, one half of the team behind Inhale Exhale Outdoors alongside his wife Arie. Together, they are building a brand centered around hunting, archery, firearms education, and living with purpose in the outdoors.

Dontae is a bowhunter, firearms instructor, and law enforcement professional who brings discipline, focus, and a strong code of ethics to everything he does. We talk about his journey into the outdoors, what it’s like building a platform with his family, and how their “Inhale Exhale” philosophy applies not just to shooting a bow—but to life.

Throughout the conversation we dive into representation in the outdoor community, the growing presence of African Americans in hunting and archery, and how we can better introduce the outdoors to new hunters. We also get into gear talk, the rapid evolution of bow technology, and where the archery industry might be headed next.

This episode is a real conversation between two brothers about legacy, discipline, and the future of the outdoors.

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On this episode of the Dreaded Archer Podcast, I sit down with Kurt Belding, the founder of Western Obsessions TV, to talk about chasing adventure, taking risks, and the mindset it takes to live life on your own terms.

Kurt shares his journey from the business world into the hunting industry and why he ultimately decided to walk away from the traditional “rat race” to pursue a life built around hunting, storytelling, and the outdoors. We dive into the concept of the rugged athlete mindset, the physical and mental preparation required for Western hunts, and why the real experiences in the mountains failures, mistakes, and hard lessons are often more valuable than the trophy photos.

We also get into the differences between hunting in states like Colorado and the extreme wilderness of Alaska, where Kurt once found himself nearly 70 miles from the nearest road while chasing grizzly bears. It’s a conversation about perspective, preparation, and the realities of true backcountry hunting.

If you’ve ever dreamed about pushing your limits in the outdoors, questioning the path you’re on in life, or just want to hear some real stories from the mountains, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

🎯 Topics in this episode:
• Leaving the corporate world to pursue hunting full-time
• The rugged athlete mindset
• Real vs highlight-reel hunting media
• Colorado vs Alaska wilderness
• Mental toughness in the backcountry
• Living a life with no regrets

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In this episode of The Dreaded Archer Podcast, Trey sits down with Steve and Darnell, founders of Southern Culture Outdoors (OSC), to talk about hunting, entrepreneurship, and building a brand in today’s outdoor industry. What started as a rejection from their favorite deer attractant company turned into motivation to create their own line and build something bigger than themselves.

We dive into how Southern Culture Outdoors got started, their vision for the brand, and the impact they want to make in the hunting community. The conversation also explores African American hunting culture, the growth of Black outdoor content creators, representation in the outdoor space, and what the focus should be moving forward for creators and conservationists alike.

From deer hunting and hog hunting to dream hunts like Alaskan moose and turkey, this episode blends real hunting stories with real conversations about ownership, legacy, and the future of the outdoors.

If you’re passionate about deer hunting, outdoor entrepreneurship, conservation, and the evolving culture of modern hunters, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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