
Eastmans' Elevated
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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Latest episodes

Jul 21, 2022 • 1h 7min
Episode 342: Archery Mulies With Isaac Aleman
In this episode Brian sits down with Isaac Aleman from BRCC. The guys both love to hunt mule deer with their bows so the episode is centered around that. They talk about hunting mulies back in the day, resources they used and mistakes they made. They also talk about family and balance and their motivation behind hunting. This is a great back and forth all about hunting the elusive mule deer.

Jul 14, 2022 • 1h 24min
Episode 341: Bowhunting Mulies With Matt Bateman
In this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Matt Bateman. Matt is one of those guys that is consistently successful with his bow. He hunts multiple species but both men share a love for mulies. The conversation goes into what it takes to find success. The guys talk about mindset, persistence and patience. They discuss the "red zone" and nuances of the stalk. They also get into broadheads and personal preferences as far as design and performance. This is a great in depth bowhunting podcast.

Jul 7, 2022 • 1h 24min
Episode 340: Spot And Stalk Is An Art With Dillon Ness
In this episode Brian sits down with his good buddy Dillon Ness. Dillon is a die hard bowhunter and knows how to get it done on trophy critters. The guys talk over his recent spot and stalk bear and what it took to get it done. Along with that they dive deep on stalking elk, targeting large herd bulls. Also they talk about hunting mule deer both early and late. This is a great conversation between a couple good friends.

Jun 30, 2022 • 1h 15min
Episode 339: Western Adventures With Hunter McWaters
In this episode Brian sits down with Hunter McWaters from the Hunter's Quest Podcast. The guys have a great discussion all about western adventure hunting. They talk about antelope, mule deer and elk. They chat about the challenges of both archery and rifle hunts. They also chat about a trip Hunter did on Kodiak for Sitka blacktails and how Brian missed out on an opportunity to go chase them with his bow. It's another great episode this week on EE.

Jun 23, 2022 • 1h 20min
Episode 338: Everything Mule Deer With Jaden Bales
In this episode Brian sits down with Jaden Bales to talk about everything mule deer. Both of these guys absolutely love chasing mulies. They are both students of the game of western hunting and it comes out in this conversation. They dive in-depth on locating mule deer in the backcountry. They also talk about when is the right time to stalk and that critical in close red zone. A great podcast all about the elusive mule deer.

Jun 16, 2022 • 1h 16min
Episode 337: Power of Positivity With Mike Merrill
In this episode Brian sits down with fellow backcountry hunter Mike Merrill. Mike is constantly working on being his best. He is extremely motivated and disciplined. He works a full time job, has a family and still makes sure he gets his workouts in day in, day out. We dive into the power of positivity and where motivation comes from. It makes for a great conversation this week on EE.

Jun 9, 2022 • 1h 15min
Episode 336: Professional Athlete and Bowhunter Kevan Miller
In this episode Brian sits down with Kevan Miller. Kevan played professional hockey and has just recently retired. He is hooked on bowhunting and now spends a bunch of his time enjoying it. The guys had a great conversation about tough hunts and the challenges that come up. They chat about execution and being at our best for those moments. They also talk over the adventure of hunting and comradery between friends. This is a fantastic episode of Eastmans' Elevated.

Jun 2, 2022 • 1h 30min
Episode 335: Public Land Grind With Josh Jenni
In this episode Brian sits down with fellow DIY public land hunter Josh Jenni. The guys talk over the public land grind and what it takes to find consistent success. They chat about late season hunts, the challenges they face and what a good opportunity it is. They also touch on elk, early season hunts and desert sheep with a bow. It's more great back and forth between a couple friends on this week's episode.

May 26, 2022 • 1h 4min
Episode 334: Gear and Bowhunting with David Brinker and Brice Bishop
Edited Description: In this episode Brian sits down with David Brinker and Brice Bishop. The guys have a great conversation diving into niche gear for the backcountry hunter. They talk about the gear that has made the biggest difference in their comfort and hunting. They also dive deep into mindset, grit, and perseverance. It's a great conversation full of backcountry hunting gems.

May 19, 2022 • 1h 5min
Episode 333: Mountain Savvy With Laramy "Sasquatch" Miller
In this episode Brian sits down with Laramy "Sasquatch" Miller. The guys talk about building a good base of wood sense. They explain why you must have this base to be successful in the mountains. They talk about navigation, self care, storms and predators. They also get into building their hunting skill set. This knowledge base is what separates the consistently successful hunters from the masses. It's another great conversation this week on EE.