The Mountain Dude Podcast
Welcome to the Mountain Dude Podcast, brought to you by Initial Ascent – where we share stories of grit, determination, and the relentless pursuit of growth. This is a space where backcountry hunting meets the deeper lessons of life – success born from struggle, and the art of carrying heavy loads more comfortably, both physically and metaphorically, through faith and perseverance.
Podcasting since 2025 • 18 episodes
The Mountain Dude Podcast
Latest Episodes
Behind the Lens with Clint Easley (Filmmaking, Storytelling & Real Backcountry Grit)
In this episode, we sit down with Clint Easley, filmmaker, hunter, and founder of Revol Entertainment, to uncover what really goes into crafting powerful hunting films in the backcountry. From wedding shoots to wild terrain, Clint shares the hi...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:21:06
Become a Better Shooter: Rodger Holscher
Last week's episode's audio was the story part, btw. We apologize.In this episode of the Mountain Dude Podcast, we sit down with Rodger Holscher—law enforcement officer, lifelong hunter, and one of the most dialed riflemen you'll ever me...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:17:37
Elk at 12 Yards, Bears in the Dark & No Spoon for 3 Days with Rodger Holscher
Rodger Holscher is back in the studio—and this time, it’s not just tactics and gear talk. This is full-on story mode.From nearly bonking out after three days without a spoon to punching his tag on a bull at 12 yards, Rodger walks us thr...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:13:29
Why Most Hunters Quit Early (And How to Push Through): Chris Young
Welcome back to the Mountain Dude Podcast by Initial Ascent. In this solo episode, host Chris Young dives deep into the one factor that separates successful hunters from those who come home empty-handed: mental toughness.From chasing bu...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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44:03
Training, Faith & 40+ Packouts a Year: "Hollywood" Dave Beronio
In this episode, we sit down with “Hollywood” Dave Beronio, elite athlete, guide, packout machine, and wedding officiant with over 1,500 ceremonies under his belt. From the ski slopes of Lake Tahoe to hauling 50 animals a year off Utah’s peaks,...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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