The Storied Outdoors

Oct 29 2024 125 ep. 49 mins 31

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A podcast somewhere between Lewis and Tolkien and Lewis and Clark, finding clarity in the stories we tell and the adventures that shape us.

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Ep 125: Season 9 Introduction: Shore Burgers and a Catfish

Oct 29 2024 59 mins

Each season of The Storied Outdoors is a new chapter, wrapped up and delivered as a gift to our incredible listeners who continue to support this journey. Season after season, your loyalty fuels the adventure, and we’re grateful for every mile we walk together.Since the close of Season 8, we've trekked from global destinations inspired by Indiana Jones himself to the wild peaks o

Ep 124: Season 8 Wrap Up

Jun 04 2024 65 mins

In this season wrap-up of "The Storied Outdoors" podcast, hosts Brad and Bryan take you on a journey through their recent fishing trip, sharing stories and memorable moments from the day. They also revisit the standout episodes from season eight, offering insights and reflections on the diverse range of topics and guests featured. Additionally, Brad and Bryan discuss thei

Ep 123: Gates Shaw: Retired Pastor, Passionate Quail Hunter, & Outdoorsman

May 28 2024 85 mins

Rev Gates Shaw, the esteemed retired Pastor of St. Mary's on-the-Highlands Episcopal Church, is a man of multifaceted interests and unwavering commitment. Renowned for his passion for quail hunting and the great outdoors, Rev Shaw's influence extends far beyond his pastoral duties. Despite his retirement from Church work in 2013, he remains deeply engaged in serving his co

Ep 122: Consider The Lilies: Essay by Dr. Bryan Gill

May 21 2024 24 mins

In this episode, Dr. Bryan Gill contemplates what it means to “consider the lilies” in his latest essay. From fly fishing the Cahaba River and standing in awe of how the beautiful Cahaba Lilies thrive through adversity to reminiscing on days of his childhood walking through flower gardens with his Grandaddy, lilies are a constant theme in this essay. What does it mean to “con

Ep 121: Ty Walker: Owner of Smoke In Chimneys and The Hatchery

May 15 2024 63 mins

In this episode on The Storied Outdoors we sit down with Ty Walker, the passionate owner of The Hatchery, where he and his family are on a mission to revitalize land stewardship. Ty shares the remarkable story of transforming a 1930s trout hatchery in Virginia into a beacon of sustainability and spiritual renewal. Fed by pure spring water and nestled in a nutrient-rich Virginia str

Ep 120: For a Single Duck: Essay By Brad Hill

May 07 2024 31 mins

In this essay Brad reflects on the experiences and thoughts during his first season of duck hunting. It begins with a contemplation on the spiritual aspect of adventure and the beauty of nature, beginning with noticing the flight patterns of wood ducks. Brad recounts his initial hesitation and eventual enthusiasm for duck hunting, guided by friends who invited him into the experien

Ep 119: Live From Brookwood Baptist Wild Game Supper

Apr 30 2024 29 mins

This week’s episode is a live recording of Brad and Bryan speaking at a wild game dinner at Brookwood Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala. Their pal and former guest of the show, Richie, asked them to speak at this men’s gathering in the spring of 2024. They showed the YouTube film, “Fishing for something bigger than fish,” and then spoke about reflection and intentional stor

Ep 118: J. Wayne Fears: Prolific Outdoor Writer, Survivalist, and Explorer

Apr 23 2024 84 mins

J. Wayne Fears grew up in the Cumberland Mountains roaming around on a mountain named Tater Knob. His dad was a trapper and an expert woodsman, and his mom was a country schoolteacher. From his dad, he learned to live in the wilds, and from his mom, he obtained a love of the written word. When other kids were playing team sports, J. Wayne was spending days, often alone, trapping,

Ep 117: Robin Taylor: Photographer And Painter

Apr 16 2024 62 mins

In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit on the tranquil front porch of Robin Taylor. Robin is a staple in the outdoor community of Alabama and creates some of the most striking photography and paintings. Birds were chirping and woodpeckers were rattling as we rocked in our rocking chairs overlooking a quiet pond in front of Robin's house. It was a fantastic conversation

Ep 116: Matt McPherson: Founder and Owner of Mathews Archery & McPherson Guitars

Apr 09 2024 53 mins

In this episode, we are so excited to share our conversation with Matt McPherson founder of Mathews Archery and McPherson Guitars. Both of these are industry leaders in their respective fields. Matt shares about his drive for excellence in everything he puts his hands to as a way of honoring God. His faith has driven him to do some amazing things as a businessman, but also as someo