Most Hunters Are Getting Cold Weather Gear Completely Wrong | John Barklow

Most Hunters Are Getting Cold Weather Gear Completely Wrong | John Barklow

Episode 9 of the Sitka Southeast Podcas, Jake and Landon are joined by a very special guest, John Barklow—Senior Product Manager for Hunting at Sitka Gear and the driving force behind SITKA’s whitetail and western big game systems.In this episode, John walks us through his incredible journey from joining the U.S. Navy at 19, to decades of military service training special operations communities in extreme mountain environments, to becoming one of the most respected voices in modern hunting gear design. We get into the work behind the scenes at SITKA—how new products are designed, tested, and refined before ever reaching the hunter. We also cover the Fall 2026 lineup, including deep dives into whitetail and western systems and much, much more.As always, come into the store and mention the podcast for 15% off your next purchase.Host: Jake Norris (@jnorri15)Co-Host: Landon Pearson ( @BruteModeCollective  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCVCFj3BlES-CEvu6VM2ypcg] )Special Guest John Barklow ( @knowledgefromstorms8262  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC-8J2a0C15WUMVBBKF3fGaQ] )

Every Hunter Needs to Hear This | NC Game Warden Hunter Perdue

In Episode 8 of the SITKA Southeast Podcast, Jacob and Landon sit down with Hunter Purdue, a Master Wildlife Enforcement Officer with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, for one of our most informative conversations yet. We dive deep into what it really means to protect and manage North Carolina’s public lands while uncovering what hunters need to know before stepping into the woods this fall.In this episode we cover what a Wildlife Enforcement Officer actually does in North Carolina, how North Carolina game lands are acquired and funded, the biggest challenges facing North Carolina public lands today,t he most common game land violations officers encounter, and much more. If you hunt North Carolina Public Lands....the epsiode is for you.As always, come into the store and mention the podcast for 15% off your next purchase.Host: Jacob Norris (@jnorri15)Co-Host: Landon Pearson ( @BruteModeCollective  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCVCFj3BlES-CEvu6VM2ypcg] )Special Guest: Hunter Perdue (@ncwildlife)

Why You're Not Finding Mature Bucks | Rupert Medford

In Episode 7 of the Sitka Southeast Podcast, we're joined by North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission District 6 Wildlife Biologist, Rupert Medford.Rupert brings years of experience studying deer behavior and habitat management as he sits down with Jake and Landon to discuss what truly makes prime mature buck habitat and how hunters can learn to recognize it in the field. We dive into effective trail camera strategies, understanding deer movement, and practical ways to reduce human pressure on the properties we hunt.Whether you're managing your own hunting property, scouting public land, or simply trying to better understand mature whitetail behavior and habitat, this episode is packed with valuable insights from a professional wildlife biologist.As always come into the store and mention the podcast to receive 15% off your next purchase.Host: Jacob Norris (@jnorri15)Co-Host: Landon Pearson (@brutemodecollective)Special Guest: Rupert Medford (@ncwildlife)(@rupertmedford)

What's Really Happening Under Lake Norman? | Corey Oakley

Jacob, Jay, and Landon sit down with Corey Oakley, Chief of Inland Fisheries for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, for an in-depth conversation about the science and strategy behind managing North Carolina’s fisheries. In this episode, we dive into bass management (F1 Bass Program and Alabama Bass), the role of aquatic vegetation and plant life beneath Lake Norman, and how habitat impacts fish populations and angler success. Corey shares insight into fisheries management decisions, conservation efforts, and what anglers should know about the future of one of North Carolina’s most talked-about lakes. Whether you're a hardcore bass fisherman, conservation enthusiast, or just curious about what’s happening beneath the surface, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. As always come into the store and mention the podcast to receive 15% off your next purchase. Also, be sure to check out Corey's Podcast "Better Fishing with Two Bald Biologists" to learn how to apply sound science to more fishing success. Host: Jacob Norris (@jnorri15) Co-Host: Landon Pearson (@brutemodecollective) Fishing Wizard: Jay Stevens (@quackwhackpack) Special Guest: Corey Oakley (@ncwildlife) Stay tuned for the next episode where we dive into all things regarding whitetail habitat as well as iuman Interferance and deer behavior with NC Wild Life's very own District 6 Wild Life Biologist, Rupert Medford. Deer hunters... you don't want to miss this one.

Your Archery Practice Is Probably Wrong | Jeff Cordero

In this episode, Jacob, Landon, OT, and Jeff Cordero sit down to cover everything from Jeff’s career in NASCAR to balancing a demanding schedule with a passion for hunting. The crew dives into how Jeff makes time for the outdoors, early season archery preparation, practical bow practice tips, and advice on dialing in your archery setup before the season kicks off. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your shooting, fine-tune your gear, or hear how a NASCAR professional stays connected to hunting, this episode has something for every bowhunter. As always, come into the store and mention the podcast to recieve 15% off your next purhcase. Host: Jacob Norris (@jnorri15) Co-Host: Landon Pearson (@brutemodecollective) Gear Wizard: OT Mitchell (@owentatemitchell) Special Guest: Jeff Cordero (@jeffcordero_)Location: Stika Gear Charlotte (@sitkacharlotte) Stay tuned for the next episode where we discuss Lake Norman's F1 Bass Program, Lake Norman Drought Conditions, and much more with NC Wildlife Fisheries Biologist Corey Oakley.