KHC 156 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 13 with Marlon “Chito” Vera
Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast episode! This week we’re joined by Marlon “Chito” Vera - Ecuadorian professional mixed martial artist. Cam took Chito on his first ever Blacktail Hunt, and Chito’s here to talk about it - the hate comments, his thoughts on his first hunt, what he thinks could make the UFC better, and more!
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00:00:00 Chito’s Thoughts on Hunting
00:10:38 Hate About Chito Hunting … “Trophy Hunters”
00:13:55 Hours in the Woods & Holding Your Sh*t All Day
00:17:27 Gringos & Tortos
00:19:38 Re-Population of Elk, Bucks, Does, Etc
00:21:12 Cam’s Crazy Workouts Lately
00:25:28 Sh*t Talkers Weekly Shirts
00:33:43 Appreciation for Lineman
00:35:16 Hoyt’s New 2026 Bow
00:38:39 Chito’s Future Plans in Hunting & the Keeping the Tradition
00:47:14 The Emotional Impact of Hunting vs Fighting
00:54:08 Chito’s First Experience Having Dairy Queen
00:55:55 Chito’s Running Plans
01:03:28 Celebrity Boxing Matches & Money in Boxing
01:07:41 Pressure on the Fight Judges & How the UFC Could be Better
01:18:03 Who Would Chito Want to Fight in a Celebrity Fight?
01:20:14 F#*k, Marry, Kill: Cars, Hunting, Fighting
01:24:50 Final Thoughts, Guns, and F#*k, Marry, Kill for James
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1h 32m
KHC 155 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 12
Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast episode! This week Cam and James clear up the air from recent backlash about whether or not a 50K is a marathon, if it’s safe to run Cocodona after only training for a year, charity in running events and more!
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00:00:00 James is in Hot Water: Is a 50K an Ultra Marathon?
00:07:23 Koda Runs: Clearing up “Not a Runner” Statement
00:17:05 Social Media & Couch Quarterbacks
00:23:23 Having Delusional Goals Growing Up
00:33:56 Kallai Buyna: 75 Miles in 12 Hours
00:36:05 Chit Vera: Robbed in the MMA
00:38:46 Current & Upcoming Giveaways
00:43:18 Running for Charity: Thoughts on Paul Johnson’s Recent Race
00:51:25 Big’s Backyard Ultra
00:56:39 Government Shutdown & Backlash for Supporting Public Lands
01:03:52 Final Thoughts
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1h 12m
KHC 155 - Speedland Boots
New Boot Goofin? Join us for a conversation about Speedlands NEW boots, trial and tested through harsh mountain conditions by Cam Hanes over the last year.
Speedland - a premium trail running shoe brand founded in 2021 by former Nike and Under Armour designers Dave Dombrow and Kevin Fallon. Based in Portland, Oregon, the company focuses on creating high-performance footwear for trail and ultra running, emphasizing innovation, durability, and customization without compromises driven by mass production or cost-cutting. Their mission is to build "the best possible trail running shoes in existence" in limited quantities, drawing inspiration from elite athletes and specific terrains across the U.S.
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00:00:00 Testing New Shoes & Helping Cam at Cocodona
00:05:39 Working with Big Brands vs Running the Brand as a Founder
00:09:10 Tough Conditions, Blisters, & Human Performance
00:18:08 Connecting with People at Races: 2025 Races
00:20:31 The NEW Speedland Boot: XB:BLK
00:32:44 NEW: GS:BLK Running Shoe
00:34:51 Products & Finding a Balance with Perfecting the Details
00:37:24 Speedlands Culture & Focus of Branding
00:40:13 The Effect of Tariff's and Speedland’s Mission in Quality
00:42:27 Speedland Athletes
00:47:41 Goals: The Future of Speedland
00:49:55 Final Thoughts
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KHC 153 - Eli Wehbe
Eli Wehbe - ultra-endurance runner and former Hollywood nightlife entrepreneur. After leaving the club scene, he transformed his life through fitness, completing the Cocodona 250-mile race in 2025 (30th overall) and training for the Arizona Monster 300. He shares his journey of resilience, discipline, and self-discovery via Instagram (@eliwehbe) and his memoir Mask.
Join us for a conversation about ultra running, recovering from being at rock bottom, social media strategy in running, and more!
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00:00:00 From Nightclubs to Running an Ultra Marathon with David Goggins
00:05:53 Moab 240: The Will to Keep Pushing
00:07:57 The Love of Ultra Running & Being a “Run-Fluencer”
00:10:41 Connections with Celebrities from the Nightclub
00:12:55 Los Angeles “Dreams” & Sobriety
00:17:16 Andy Glaze, Social Media Fame: A Passion Project
00:25:21 Having a “Look” to Stand Out: The IT Factor
00:28:17 Upcoming Runners, Eli’s Dad, and David Goggins
00:36:20 Rock Bottom for Eli Wehbe
00:48:18 You Can Fight Your Way out of Rock Bottom
00:51:02 Eli’s First 100 Mile, Running on a Broken Toe, & Cocodona
00:57:42 Eli’s Training Regimine
01:02:09 From Vegan to Eating Meat
01:03:22 Lift. Run. Shoot., Messages on Social Media, and Podcasts
01:08:45 Starting a Run Club & Future Goals
01:12:20 Impacting Others to Live a Better Life
01:14:16 Believing in a Higher Power
01:17:09 Eli’s Old Misconceptions About Hunting
01:18:53 Eli’s Connection with Andy Frisella
01:22:13 Expensive Cars & Designer Clothes
01:28:50 Eli’s Connection with Bradley Martyn
01:31:21 Final Thoughts
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1h 39m
KHC 152 - Wounding
Talking about wounding an animal is taboo for most people – Join Cam Hanes and James Williams for a deep dive into wounding and the steps you can take to prevent it from happening, and if it does happen, what you can do to recover the animal. This is IMPORTANT, and this is why we’re talking about it.
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00:00:00 Stats: Wounding Game with a Bow VS Rifle
00:05:17 Ethics in Hunting
00:10:12 Different Types of Shots: Arrow & Bullet Wounds
00:15:39 A Bull Cam Wounded
00:18:58 Different Types of Blood: Knowing the Difference When Blood Trailing
00:27:06 Everything Matters: Confidence in Your Shot
00:30:12 Why Talking About Wounding in Taboo
00:34:55 1994: Wounding a Blacktail Deer
00:38:20 Following Tracks
00:44:39 High Percentage Shots
00:46:15 “Cute” Shots
00:48:54 Selecting the Right Broadheads
01:02:40 Final Thoughts
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KHC 151 - Ultra Risks
So, you want to run an ultra marathon? Cam Hanes delves into the extreme risks of ultra-marathon running. From debilitating injuries and relentless vomiting to dizziness, hallucinations, and the rare but real threat of death. Cam shares raw insights into the physical and mental toll of pushing the human body to its limits in these grueling races and what you can do to work your way into running a race like this … if you even should.
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00:00:00 50K Races (31.07 Miles)
00:07:45 100 Mile Race: The Holy Grail
00:18:40 “Mountain Legs”
00:27:53 The Reality of a Marathon: Running for the Wrong Reasons
00:32:27 There Are Consequences
00:34:22 Twin Cities Marathon & Cam’s Goals for Courtney Dauwalter
00:35:29 Upcoming Podcasts Guests
00:36:44 2025 Holiday Giveaways & Final Thoughts
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KHC 150 - Sh*t Talkers Weekly 11
Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast episode! This week Cam and James cover questions from Instagram, Truett’s marathon update, the Moab 240 and more!
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00:00:00 Hate Comments from Cam’s Bow Set-Up Video
00:05:56 Old Playboy Magazines
00:08:34 Hennessey Truck Giveaway Update
00:10:23 Cam’s Top 3 Favorite Rappers
00:11:51 St. George Marathon & Addressing the Haters
00:18:32 Moab 240, David Goggins, & Killian Korth
00:21:07 The Reality of Long Marathon Races
00:26:22 Moab 240: Andy Glaze
00:29:55 Industry Drama & The Ed Gein Story on Netflix
00:36:24 Thoughts on the Recent Leadville Film
00:38:32 Ambler Road Project
00:40:48 QA’s from Instagram
00:43:00 Wenaha Film Progress
00:45:44 Cam’s Jury Duty
00:55:52 Outro: Final Thoughts
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KHC 149 - Cam Hanes’ Bow Set-Up
Dive into the gear that powers bowhunter Cam Hanes through epic backcountry hunts. In this quick podcast episode, Cam breaks down what he uses for his bow, arrows, broadheads and more!
Whether you're a newbie archer or seasoned hunter, discover how this setup delivers deadly accuracy at any range.
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00:00:00 Arrows
00:07:03 Broadheads
00:11:54 Easton Arrows: The Gold Shaft Standard
00:14:58 The Role of Confidence & the Gear You Use
00:16:14 Releases
00:21:16 Bow String, Peep, and Kisser
00:23:45 Cam’s Bow Setup: Riser, Stabalizer, Wrist Strap, etc.
00:29:44 Importance of a Forgiving Bow
00:31:18 Bow Sight
00:40:59 Feather on Cam’s Bow: An Ode to the Old Days
00:42:15 Why Cam Doesn’t Use Lighted Nocks
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KHC 148 - Meat Care: Techniques to Properly Care for Your Game Meat
Join us for a quick dive into preparing for hunting season like a pro! In this short episode, Cam shares expert tips on gearing up for a successful hunt and proven techniques to properly care for your game meat. Learn how to minimize waste, prevent spoiling, and ensure your harvest stays fresh!
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00:00:00 Cam’s Thoughts on Losing Meat
00:03:11 Always Have a Good, Sharp Knife - Montana Knife Company Knives
00:08:31 Timing is Important: The Sun is Your Enemy
00:12:32 Order of Skinning and Remove the Meat After the Kill
00:16:42 Gutless Method
00:18:52 Removing Meat from the Head & Neck: Every Last Ounce
00:24:47 Solo Hunt Scenarios to Preserve the Meat
00:27:58 Meat Bags
00:31:18 Keep the Meat Clean
00:32:29 Keeping Bear Away From Your Harvest
00:36:50 Have a Plan Before Your Hunt
00:40:40 Cam’s Preferred Cuts: Taking the Meat to a Meat Processor
00:41:42 Keeping the Meat Cool & Dry in a Cooler
00:42:40 Final Thoughts: Gideon Compliments and Hate Comments
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KHC 147 - Elk Season Autopsy
Join us for recap of Cam’s hunting season - from a dream Oregon Wenaha hunt to his traditional yearly hunt at San Carlos. This podcast covers all the details of each hunt!
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 This Years Hunts & Hunting the Wenaha - Recap
00:10:33 Colorado Mule Deer Hunt
00:19:36 San Carlos Elk Hunt
00:31:56 Colorado Elk Hunt
00:37:24 The Man from Alaska: A God-Felt Meaningful Conversation
00:41:03 Utah Elk Hunt: Adam Greentree, Joe Rogan, and Evan Hafer
00:44:51 Hunting Wenaha: A Dream Hunt
01:16:02 Packing Out Cam’s Oregon Bull
01:21:07 Thrilled with the Wenaha Hunt After a 24-Year Wait
01:23:04 Feelings of an Undeserving Success in Bowhunting
01:28:08 Final Thoughts
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