Episodes

  • KHC 141 - Brian Deegan

    KHC 141 - Brian Deegan
    Jul 22 2025
    Brian Deegan - American freestyle motocross rider, X Games medalist, and off-road racer. Brian’s known for founding Metal Mulisha, landing the first 360 in FMX competition, and later winning championships in off-road and rallycross racing. He’s also the father of professional racers Hailie and Haiden Deegan. Join us for a conversation about Motocross, dangers in the sport, how Brian manages his business and social media channels to continue to grow, 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 Brian: https://www.instagram.com/briandeegan38/ Thank you to our sponsors: MUD\WTR: https://mudwtr.com/cam use code CAM for 15% off Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics Ketone IQ: https://www.ketone.com/Cam use code CAM for 30% off your first subscription 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 Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Timestamps: 00:00:00 Business and Social Media Presence 00:06:29 Credibility on Social Media 00:09:33 Taking Risks to Build the Deegan Empire 00:13:53 Forks in the Road: How Brian Almost Died 00:17:48 Any Regrets on the Edge of Death? 00:20:33 Brian’s Crash that Almost Killed Him 00:23:41 Being a Supportive Dad Through Kids Growth 00:36:52 An Avenue Out of Being Average 00:38:32 14 Years Old & Finding a Place to Train Year-Round 0041:44 Taking Risks as a Kid 00:47:55 Pressure from Travis Pastrana 00:50:48 Crusty Demons of Dirt 00:52:57 Metal Mullisha 00:56:11 Action Sports Vibe in the 90’s 00:57:25 Action Sports to Truck Racing 01:02:31 Providing Through Marketing & Licensing 01:04:58 Documentaries - Are the Deegans Bigger than Motocross? 01:06:54 Navigating Deals & Sponsors 01:10:34 Navigating Partnerships 01:18:44 Behind the Scenes - The Side You Don’t See 01:23:07 The Dangers of Motocross 01:29:19 Long Term Healthcare in Motocross & Supercross 01:34:47 What Makes the Best Riders, the Best 01:41:10 Raising Tough Kids 01:45:20 The Effect of Bodyweight in Racing 01:50:14 Difficulty of Riding Through Shadows 01:51:59 Is Haiden Deegan Ready to Race 450? 01:53:20 Training Motocross Kids to be the Best 01:59:22 The Secret to Success: Having Goals 02:02:42 F#$k, Marry, Kill: Motocross, Freestyle, & Truck Racing 02:06:03 Outro Badass Raptor Giveaway:https://cameronhanes.com/pages/hennesseyraptor
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    2 hrs and 13 mins
  • KHC 140 - Conner Mantz

    KHC 140 - Conner Mantz
    Jul 8 2025
    Conner Mantz - an American long-distance runner, who specializes in the marathon. Conner ran collegiately for Brigham Young University and won the 2020 and 2021 NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships. He was also the winner of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Join us for a conversation about how Conner got into running, his training, the Olympic Trials 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 Conner: https://www.instagram.com/connermantz/ Thank you to our sponsors: Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off LMNT: Visit https://drinklmnt.com/cam for a free sample pack with any purchase MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Timestamps: 00:00:00 Conner’s Backstory with Running 00:05:04 Embracing for Hard Times 00:10:29 Tickets to Conner’s Race 00:12:44 The Benefit of a Sports Psychologist 00:15:44 The Olympic Trials & Running Weather 00:18:08 Conner’s Favorite Event 00:19:01 Gratitude During Running 00:20:48 Trail Running, Sponsorships, & Prize Money 00:23:12 What Stood Out About Western States to Conner 00:25:06 Altitude & Climbing as a Stimulus for Running 00:26:11 Training & Thinking Less to do More 00:35:15 Ad Break (Grizzly Coolers & Black Rifle Coffee) 00:37:59 Western States: Adam Peterman 00:40:12 Failure in Running 00:42:31 American Record in the Half-Marathon 00:47:15 Conner’s Motivation as a Kid to Run 00:51:18 Truett’s Running Success Over the Years 00:53:11 Conner’s First Marathon & Coach Ed Eyestone 00:57:21 Testing Blood Lactate Level, Training, & Recovery 01:02:50 Conner’s Mission in Ghana - Only Training for 30 Minutes 01:05:25 Lessons from Ghana & Training Less01:13:17 Having a Plan for Podcasts 01:14:50 QA: Challenges in Switching from College Running to Professional Running? 01:19:08 QA: Do You Have a Routine or Ritual Before Big Races? 01:22:40 Lessons from Losing Races 01:26:22 QA: How Do You Balance the Comradery of Running While Running to Win? 01:31:44 Outro Badass Raptor Giveaway: https://cameronhanes.com/pages/hennesseyraptor⁠
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • KHC 139 - Ryan Callaghan

    KHC 139 - Ryan Callaghan
    Jul 1 2025
    Ryan Callaghan - MeatEater's Director of Conservation and a national board member of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. Ryan grew up out West hunting, fishing and, guiding and has been passionate about the outdoor community ever since. Join us for a conversation about our public lands and why selling them would take away from more than just bowhunters. Ryan talks about how he got connected with MeatEater, his experiences with conservation, 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 Ryan Callaghan: https://www.instagram.com/olcal406/ Thank you to our sponsors: Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics 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 Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Timestamps: 00:00:00 Why People Call Ryan “Ol Cal” 00:01:53 Ryan’s Education 00:08:26 How Ryan Got Connected with MeatEater 00:18:37 Steve Rinella: Wild Within TV Show 00:23:31 Missouri Breaks: Joe Rogan’s First Buck 00:26:10 Conversation as a Tool 00:27:21 Conservation in Clothing Lines 00:32:18 Ad Break (Ketone IQ & MUD\WTR) 00:34:36 First Elk Hunters Ryan Guided 00:37:06 First Lite’s Correlation with Public Land 00:41:00 The Threat of Selling Public Lands 00:52:36 Speculations Behind Senator Mike Lee’s Motivation 00:55:21 The Appreciation of the Outdoors 00:57:55 The Volume of Calls to the Senator 01:09:01 “Hidden” Threats to Public Lands 01:14:12 Land Biden Attempted to Sell 01:16:54 The Government's Intentions Behind “Affordable” Housing 01:21:13 Spreading the Word with Social Media 01:22:59 Takeaways from the Recent Public Land Dispute 01:26:34 Consumers in the City VS Independent People in the West 01:31:11 Trusted 3rd Party People & Resources 01:34:36 Sons of Smokey Non-Profit 01:39:10 Animal Migration in Value Land Segments 01:42:33 Lack of Early Engagement in Selling Public Lands 01:51:16 The Negatives that Come with Politics 01:53:17 Weighing in to Make a Difference 01:59:53 Shared Passion for the Mountains 02:02:37 Outro Badass Raptor Giveaway: https://cameronhanes.com/pages/hennesseyraptor
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    2 hrs and 12 mins
  • 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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    53 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