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  • Elite, Unrivaled Performance in the Mountains | How does Sitka do it?

    Elite, Unrivaled Performance in the Mountains | How does Sitka do it?
    Jun 23 2025
    Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow John Barklow: https://www.instagram.com/jbarklow/ Follow Sitka: https://www.instagram.com/sitkagear/ Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro & Cam’s Journey with Camo 00:05:46 Base Layers 00:08:02 Pants 00:11:12 Active Insulation 00:13:34 Windstop Layer 00:16:36 Puffy Jackets: Synthetic & Down Insulation 00:21:52 Rain Gear 00:24:29 Developing the Best Gear 00:26:13 The 8-Piece System 00:29:17 Underwear Design 00:30:22 Outro
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    31 mins
  • KHC 138 - John Barklow

    KHC 138 - John Barklow
    Jun 17 2025
    John Barklow - a seasoned outdoorsman and 26-year U.S. Navy veteran. A diver by trade, he spent most of his career supporting Navy Special Warfare, often working with elite SEAL teams. Much of his time was spent in Kodiak, Alaska, training SEALs in cold-weather survival and night movement through technical terrain, known as Cliff Assault. After his service, John joined SITKA Gear, applying his military expertise to develop advanced clothing systems for hunters and outdoorsmen. Join us for a conversation about John’s experiences with helping grow the Sitka brand, the succession of hunting gear and how the gear has changed, some of John’s greatest hunt stories, and more! Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow John Barklow: https://www.instagram.com/jbarklow/ Follow Sitka: https://www.instagram.com/sitkagear/ Thank you to our sponsors: Ketone IQ: https://www.ketone.com/Cam use code CAM for 30% off your first subscription Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping Timestamps: 00:00:00 Montana Knife Company Video Series & a Unique Perspective 00:04:28 John’s Background (the NAVY & Teaching Survival Skills) 00:11:17 Understanding the Concepts in Gear 00:16:12 The Great Equalizers: Testing Guys in the Field 00:22:20 Survival Exercises 00:27:09 Finishing School for BUDS 00:29:07 Peer Reviews 00:31:56 Ad Break (Ketone IQ & Sig Sauer) 00:33:56 Diving & Getting into Hunting 00:36:18 When John got into Hunting 00:38:56 John’s Most Memorable Hunt 00:45:52 Hunting Mountain Goats 00:48:53 John’s Brown Bear Hunt 00:54:59 High Stakes in Hunting & Memories from the Hunt 00:59:31 John’s Buffalo Hunt 01:08:48 Takeaways from John’s Hunting Stories 01:13:10 John’s Best Elk Hunt Story 01:18:35 Hunters John Looked up to 01:22:03 How Much the Hunting Industry has Changed 01:29:03 Failure: The Foundation that Built Cam’s Hunting Career 01:30:51 Celebrating Success in Hunting 01:32:29 Measuring Success in Hunting 01:33:47 The Succession of Hunting Gear & Clothing (Down) 01:37:10 What’s Next for GORE-TEX Gear 01:42:29 Small Adjustments in Gear Make a Big Difference 01:44:44 Nobody Likes Being Cold 01:45:40 QA: F#$k, Marry, Kill: Backcountry Bowhunting, Diving, or Mountaineering? 01:46:48 QA: For Sitka - is Mountaineering a Good Place for Inspiration? 01:50:34 QA: If you had to Choose 1 Material or Textile to Use, What Would You Choose? 01:52:06 QA: How Would You Use High Pressure Situations to Help Develop Your Career Path? 01:54:21 QA: What’s One Non Negotiable for Your Daily Routine? 01:57:06 Outro
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    2 hrs and 2 mins
  • KHC 137 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 7

    KHC 137 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 7
    Jun 12 2025
    In this episode of Sh*t Talkers Weekly 7, Cam sits down with James Gideon Williams for a conversation that dives deep into Cam’s recent bear hunt with John and Jenn Rivet in Alberta. Cam also covers his recent trip to California for filming for the upcoming movie DREAM and more! Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow James (Gideon): https://www.instagram.com/james_g_williams/ Thank you to our sponsors: Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order MUD\WTR: https://mudwtr.com/cam use code CAM for 15% off Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro & the MAHA Movement 00:04:43 Positives from Cam’s Trip to DC 00:06:42 Cam’s Bear Hunt with the Rivets 00:09:27 Pain from Extended Hours of Sitting 00:13:47 James Highlights of the Bear Hunt 00:15:03 Animal Instincts & Fear 00:07:32 Beaver Diving 00:21:20 Hard Work, Bears, & the Ending to a Story 00:24:21 Ad Break (SIG Sauer & MUD\WTR) 00:26:35 Ending the Hunt: Two 8FT Bear 00:33:34 Cam’s Second Bear 00:39:34 John & Jenn Rivet 00:40:36 Bear Meat from Cam’s Hunt 00:42:22 Filming for the DREAM Movie 00:45:14 Ryan Sheckler and J.B. Mauney’s Part in DREAM 00:47:03 Forgetting Lines During Acting 00:49:09 J.B. Mauney 00:51:32 James’ “Bird Chest”
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    51 mins
  • KHC 136 - Land of Giants with the Rivets

    KHC 136 - Land of Giants with the Rivets
    Jun 6 2025
    The Rivets - John & Jenn Rivet have been living the dream together for over 32 years as avid outdoorsmen, big game outfitters, and chefs. Listen in as Cam, John and Jenn skin Cam’s bear and talk about bear management, bear meat, how you can hunt with the Rivets and more! Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow John & Jenn Rivet: John: https://www.instagram.com/johnnyrivet/ Jenn: https://www.instagram.com/jennrivet_/ Book a Hunt with the Rivets: https://therivetco.com/ Thank you to our sponsors: Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off GoHunt: https://gohunt.com/ use code CAM when you sign up for $50 towards the gear shop + 10% off the GoHunt store Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro - Mature Bears 00:04:12 Making a Successful Shot & Montana Knife Company Knives 00:07:13 Time in the Stand & Having Patience 00:11:55 Nothing is Guaranteed: Waiting on Big Boars 00:16:32 Key Equipment for Big Bear 00:18:56 Figuring out the Bears Gender 00:22:12 Managing the Bear Population 00:26:15 Ad Break (SIG Sauer & Montana Knife Company) 00:27:36 Bear Meat 00:29:54 Learning from the Rivets 00:33:54 Bear Behavior & Being Up Close 00:36:20 Montana Knife Packout Knife 00:37:42 Skinning the Loins 00:41:44 First Time Bear Hunters 00:42:45 Measuring Around the Muzzle 00:44:54 Where to Book a Hunt with the Rivets 00:47:23 Measuring a Bear’s Skull for Pope & Young 00:50:55 Skull Size and Cape Length
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    54 mins
  • KHC 135 - Bryan Callen

    KHC 135 - Bryan Callen
    May 19 2025
    Bryan Callen - stand-up comedian, actor, writer and podcaster. Bryan studied acting at the Beverly Hills Playhouse and then initiated his career as one of the original cast members on the sketch comedy series MADtv. Join Cam and Bryan for a discussion about Bryan’s comedy career, acting, philosophy, and more! Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow Bryan: https://www.instagram.com/bryancallen/ Thank you to our sponsors: Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off GoHunt: https://gohunt.com/ use code CAM when you sign up for $50 towards the gear shop + 10% off the GoHunt store Timestamps: 00:00:00 Success Rate - Throwing Rocks at Sparrows 00:05:44 Bryan’s Acting Career 00:08:05 Quick Wit, Reciting Old Movies, & Back Muscles 00:11:26 Reading People, Learning Culture, & Bryan’s Dad 00:16:08 The Negatives of Acting 00:20:45 Cult of the Amuture 00:25:29 Great Ideas of Philosophy & Beauty 00:30:50 Ad Break (SIG Sauer) 00:31:49 Bonds Made Through Comedy 00:34:03 Reliving Trauma Through Comedy 00:36:36 Grizzly Bears 00:42:06 Original Self Expression in Comedy 00:47:41 Bryan’s Testosterone 00:50:22 Coffee & Nicotine 00:51:59 Bryan’s Beautiful Wife 00:54:43 Cam’s Art Collection 00:55:36 Dall Sheep Hunt with Roy Roth 00:58:59 Horse & Gorilla’s Self Defense 01:04:47 Bryan’s Turkey Hunting Experience & Joe 01:05:49 Joe Rogan’s Friendship 01:09:54 Bryan’s New Comedy Special 01:11:28 Bryan’s Podcast & Carrot Top 01:15:08 Andrew Huberman, Faith, & the Science of Life 01:19:04 Human Consciousness & Suffering 01:28:39 Coming to Terms with Saying Goodbye in Life 01:30:23 You’ll Pay for Everything You Did & Didn’t Do 01:36:22 Outro
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • KHC 134 - Cocodona Recap

    KHC 134 - Cocodona Recap
    May 16 2025
    Join us for a recap on Cam’s recent Cocodona 250 race - a broken foot, sleepless nights, and a relentless pursuit to make it to the finish line. Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/james_g_williams/ Thank you to our sponsors: Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics MUD\WTR: https://mudwtr.com/cam use code CAM for 15% off Ketone IQ: https://www.ketone.com/Cam use code CAM for 30% off your first subscription Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off LMNT: Visit https://drinklmnt.com/cam for a free sample pack with any purchase Timestamps: 00:00:00 Conor Got Robbed & Cam’s a Grandpa 00:02:29 Thoughts Before Running the Cocodona 00:07:22 Cocodona Pre-Race Energy 00:10:58 Courtney Dauwalter 00:13:10 Mile 112 & Miles of Mud 00:16:34 Andy Glaze 00:18:29 Wet Weather, Wrecked Feet, & No Sleep 00:22:23 Mile 212, 67 Hours, & 55 Minutes of Sleep 00:25:03 Ad Break (LMNT & MUD\WTR) 00:27:26 A Goal to Finish Under 80 Hours 00:30:59 “I Can’t Walk, but I Can Run” 00:34:03 Walnut Canyon - 230 Miles 00:35:41 Wildcat Hill to Flagstaff 00:37:51 The Last Aid Station to the Finish Line 00:40:55 Cocodona Finish Line 00:42:47 Cam’s Highlight - Orion 00:43:25 The Keep Hammering Team’s Effort in Cocodona 00:48:26 Pushing Through Running During the Night 00:49:51 The Difficulties of Running After Short Naps 00:53:15 God Bless the Haters 00:56:08 Getting Sick After the Race 01:03:28 James’ Thoughts on Cocodona 01:05:00 The Unknown of How Your Body Will Respond 01:08:30 Conors’ Thoughts on Cocodona 01:11:16 Clearly Not a Poser 01:16:29 Outro - Larry’s Jokes & The White House
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • KHC 133 - Doug Collins

    KHC 133 - Doug Collins
    May 5 2025
    Doug Collins is an American lawyer, politician, and Air Force veteran serving as the 12th United States secretary of veterans affairs since 2025. Not only does Doug want to help make America great again, he wants to help improve the lives of veterans and reduce suicide rates by giving our veterens better tools and resources for their mental health and well being. Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow Doug: https://www.instagram.com/dougcollinsga/ https://x.com/RepDougCollins Thank you to our sponsors: LMNT: Visit https://drinklmnt.com/cam for a free sample pack with any purchase Ketone IQ: https://www.ketone.com/Cam use code CAM for 30% off your first subscription MUD\WTR: https://mudwtr.com/cam use code CAM for 15% off Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% offv Timestamps: 00:00:00 How Doug & Cam Met 00:01:45 Doug Collins’ Role in Congress 00:03:52 Working for Donald Trump 00:06:13 From a Pastor to Law School 00:10:24 Trump’s Cabinet 00:12:44 How Doug Got the Secretary of VA Position 00:16:35 Confirmation Process into Congress 00:21:41 The Media & Authenticity 00:28:50 Suicide Rates Among Veterens 00:35:27 Ad Break (Undeniable Book & Ketone) 00:37:33 Psychedelics for Medicinal Purposes 00:39:44 What Does Support Your Troops Really Mean? 00:46:28 Acknowledging Veterans & Help for the Veterans 00:51:34 Leadership Matters: “One Chance to Get it Right” 00:57:37 Addressing Specifics 00:58:56 Showing Up in Person 01:03:37 Deciding Which People to Cut 01:09:40 Hate from DEI 01:10:42 Protecting Soldiers from Brain Injuries & Mental Health Concerns 01:17:29 The Federal Cap Standard 01:19:12 Overcoming Adversity After War 01:27:57 “Don’t Treat Me as Though I’m Different” 01:29:42 Metrics in Suicide Rates & Building a Culture Change 01:36:39 What Gives Doug Collins Hope 01:38:54 Doug's Family & Making Them Proud 01:42:24 Good Stories from Old Men 01:48:03 QA: How Do We Change the Face of our Veterans to Strength? 01:55:26 QA: The Importance of Continuing to Tell Our Veterans' Stories? 01:59:49 QA: Does Our Veterans Treatment Reflect Our Character? 02:03:07 Outro: Montana Knife Company Packout Knife
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    2 hrs and 9 mins
  • KHC 132 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 6

    KHC 132 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 6
    Apr 23 2025
    Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast where Cam and James will be covering upcoming new apparel, Cam’s new book, upcoming races, tariff sales and more ridiculous stories you won’t want to miss! Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow James (Gideon): https://www.instagram.com/james_g_williams/ Thank you to our sponsors: Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping GoHunt: https://gohunt.com/ use code CAM when you sign up for $50 towards the gear shop + 10% off the GoHunt store Timestamps: 00:00:00 Disclaimers, Taxes, & Sperm Racing 00:03:05 TV Shows: Ransom Canyon & A Year with the Red Sox 00:09:26 Can You Get Away with Murder? 00:11:00 Boston Marathon: Truett Hanes 00:13:52 New YouTube Film: Running 100 Miles with Courtney 00:17:55 Truett’s Resting Heart Rate 00:19:07 New Training Regime for Cocodona 00:21:58 Tariff Sales 00:23:32 Box Tops 00:26:05 Ad Break (Ketone-IQ & LMNT) 00:28:21 Facetime from Nate Illingsworth 00:34:02 Stealing Flies for Fishing 00:36:38 Upcoming Shorts Restock & New Apparel 00:38:55 Upcoming UNDENIABLE Book & Podcast Tour 00:40:50 Multi-Day Races 00:46:57 Nate Illingsworth & Ultra Racing 00:48:51 Fun Facts from Larry & Outro
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    53 mins