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Ep. 13 - Shane Smith - What's it like being a taxidermist? Greenland Eider hunting & more.

1 h 23 min · 4 de may de 2026
Portada del episodio Ep. 13 - Shane Smith - What's it like being a taxidermist? Greenland Eider hunting & more.

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The conversation with Shane Smith, a master waterfowl and bird taxidermist, covers his journey in the taxidermy industry, the emotional ties to hunting experiences, the evolution of taxidermy, the sustainability of success, and the challenges faced by taxidermists. It also delves into the business side of taxidermy, the impact of deposits, and the value of time and expertise in the industry. The conversation covers various topics related to taxidermy, customer interactions, time management, and the hunting of king eiders in Greenland. It also delves into the challenges and responsibilities of taxidermists, as well as the importance of compassion and understanding in the industry. Shane Smith shares his experiences of hunting in Greenland and emphasizes the importance of respecting and understanding different hunting cultures. He also recounts a heartwarming story of his daughter's act of kindness during a hunting trip. Takeaways * Emotional ties to hunting experiences * The impact of deposits on customer engagement Customer spending behavior: Customers who spend more money tend to be easier to deal with compared to those who spend less. * Time management and cash flow: Managing time and cash flow are critical challenges in taxidermy and other businesses. * Compassion and understanding: Both taxidermists and customers should have compassion and understanding for each other's challenges and responsibilities. Cultural Respect * Acts of Kindness Chapters * 00:00 Journey in the Taxidermy Industry * 05:14 Evolution of Taxidermy * 13:23 Challenges Faced by Taxidermists * 18:24 Business Side of Taxidermy * 29:32 Impact of Deposits * 36:47 Time Management and Cash Flow * 47:23 Compassion and Understanding in the Industry * 57:23 Hunting King Eiders in Greenland * 01:03:59 Hunting in Greenland * 01:24:03 Heartwarming Act of Kindness

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