Eastmans' Elevated
Brian Barney
Eastmans’ Elevated Podcast with host Brian Barney is the podcast for hardcore Western Big Game hunters. Brian does one thing every single episode, talks hunting! From tips and tactics for locating and stalking to shooting strategies and even photo taking advice, Eastmans’ Elevated keeps you up to date and in the know all while entertaining you as Brian and his guests take you along on their hunts and breakdown the skills and mindset needed to be successful in the Western Big Game hunting arena.
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Episodes
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Dec 18, 2025 • 48min
Episode 523: Late Season Mulies Solo With Brian Barney
In this episode Brian Barney sits down for a solo podcast. He recaps his November late-season mule deer hunts. It's been an epic fall and Brian shares great insight into finding big deer, stalking deer, mistakes and mindsets. He also talks about his plans for the off season and next year. It's a great story about grit, determination and self improvement.
Eberlestock - https://bit.ly/Eberlestock-Eastmans
Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans

Dec 12, 2025 • 1h 6min
Episode 522: Solo Backpacking With Cash Madden
In this episode Brian Barney sits down with Cash Madden. Cash had great success this year on a great archery bull and a couple nice mulies. He did it all while solo backpack hunting. The guys talk about the mindset and some of the fear that comes with hunting solo. They talk about problem solving and coming out on top. They also visit about some tactics when hunting mule deer in different seasons and calling elk. It's a great episode this week on Eastmans Elevated.

Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 16min
Episode 521: Giant Bulls and Sitka Blacktails With Cody Rich
This week on Eastmans Elevated, Brian sits down with Cody Rich. The guys have known each other for a long time but it's been awhile since they sat down for a podcast. Cody had an epic season and harvested a giant bull. The guys visit about that, onX scouting and tough seasons. Along with that, Cody also did an early season Sitka blacktail hunt on Kodiak. It's an awesome DIY adventure everyone can do for under 3K. Cody did this trip early but has also gone late during the rut, so he is able to compare and contrast. It's a great podcast this week on EE.
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Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans
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Nov 28, 2025 • 1h 12min
Episode 520: Hunting For A Living With Dillon Deitz
In this episode Brian Barney sits down with Dillon Deitz. The guys talk about Dillon's season and how he has found a way to become proficient at hunting. His brand is Elk Don't Exist, but he seems to be finding them and talks about some of the changes he has made to find success. He talks about filming his hunts and how difficult and frustrating it can be. Along with that he talks about putting himself out there and finding his voice and how anyone can do it. It's a great conversation this week on Eastmans Elevated.
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Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans

Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 7min
Episode 519: Grinding Out A Season With Dillon Ness
In this episode Brian Barney sits down with his good buddy Dillon Ness. The guys hunted a bunch together this season and they share their war stories. They talk about hunting with a partner and how they made it all work. They talk about Dillon's giant bull and just how tough it was to close a deal. It's a great episode this week on Eastmans Elevated.
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Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans

Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 39min
Episode 518: How To Find Consistency With Marlon Holden
In this episode of Eastmans Elevated Brian Barney sits down with Marlon Holden. Marlon finds consistency year after year on good bucks. Along with that he also harvested his first bull elk this season. The guys visit about some of his recent hunts and then get into what it takes to find success. They visit about the changing landscape of western hunting and how to adapt to it and enjoy the now. They also talk about what they are currently working on and thinking about. It's a great conversation between these two this week on EE.
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Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
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Nov 6, 2025 • 59min
Episode 517: Closing The Deal With Vance Johnson
In this episode of Eastmans Elevated, Brian sits down with Vance Johnson. Vance is an Alberta resident and absolute go-getter. He's structured his life to be able to spend tons of time in the field and takes on a bunch of archery and rifle hunts every year. The guys talk about some of his big adventures including a recent goat hunt. Along with that they talk deer and elk strategy and how to seal the deal with a bow in hand. A great episode this week on EE.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 30min
Episode 516: Perseverance With Chris Burandt
In this episode of Eastmans Elevated host, Brian Barney sits down with Chris Burandt. Chris is a professional snowmobiler and has a deep love for bowhunting adventures. This season Chris poured his all into an elk hunt and tells the story in its entirety. The details are so fresh and he goes through his scouting, mistakes he made, the hunt and more. It's an amazing hunting story and there is great insight into what it takes and what it means to be persistent.
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Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
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Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans

Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 6min
Episode 515: Next Generation With Adam Cunningham
In this episode of Eastmans' Elevated, Brian Barney sits down with Adam Cunningham. Adam is a young hunter that is getting after it. In fact, Adam and Brian were chasing the same bull in 2024. The guys visit about that and then talk over their elk hunting strategies. They have a great back and forth all about chasing critters across the West. It's a great conversation with Adam who is part of the next generation of western hunters.
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Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans

Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 24min
Episode 514: Mountain Fitness With Mike Mulligan
In this episode Brian Barney sits down with Mike Mulligan. Mike has a wealth of knowledge about fitness, nutrition and chasing bulls. The guys have a great conversation talking about what it takes to be primed for the mountains. They break down nutrition and Brian asks the hard hitting questions like, "Can I have candy on a hunt?" They also talk over elk hunting and what it takes to find and kill mature bulls. A great episode this week on EE.
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Federal Ammunition - https://bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans
Forever Barnwood - https://bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans
Kryptek - https://bit.ly/Kryptek-Eastmans
Mathews - https://bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans
MTN TOUGH - https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH-Eastmans
Outdoor Edge - https://bit.ly/OutdoorEdge-Eastmans
onX - https://bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans
Sig Sauer - https://bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans
Silencer Central - https://bit.ly/SilencerCentral-Eastmans
Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - https://bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans
SecureIt - https://bit.ly/SecureIt-Eastmans
Zamberlan - https://bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans


