Swapcast - Podcast On A Plane with John Dudley

Date: 2019-06-21 | Duration: 1h 29m

Episode Overview

John Dudley joins Joe Rogan for an in-depth conversation that weaves together hunting, archery, and the art of performance. They dive into the technical aspects of bowhunting, discussing gear like Sitka camo and the advantages of hex suits for stealth in the woods. Dudley shares vivid stories from the field, including a memorable elk hunt in Utah that pushed his skills to the limit with a long-distance shot. Their talk highlights the precision and patience required in archery, emphasizing the importance of consistent technique and mental focus. Beyond hunting, Dudley reflects on the parallels between archery and comedy. He explains how both demand continual practice and a beginner’s mindset, even after years of experience. This mindset keeps the craft fresh and challenges the performer to evolve. The episode also touches on Dudley’s approach to coaching and the value of authenticity, whether on stage or in the wild. Throughout, the conversation balances technical insight with personal anecdotes, offering listeners a unique look at the intersection of sport, art, and discipline.

Key Moments

– Archery
– Bow Hunting
– Whitetail Deer
– Hunting Gear
– Hex Suit Camouflage
– Pool Cue Technique
– Comedy Performance
– Podcasting
– Wildlife Behavior
– Elk Hunting
– Pellet Grills
– Reverse Sear Cooking
– MMA Fighting
– Sparring Techniques
– Philosophy
– Video Games
– Animal Reaction
– Migratory Birds
– Hunting Ethics
– Audience Engagement
0:00:17 – Tequila and Red Bull comparison
0:00:33 – Appearance of the cat lady
0:03:24 – Discussion of Sitka gear with built-in knee pads
0:04:40 – Effectiveness of early season whitetail breakup pattern
0:06:12 – Owls causing surprise in whitetail stands
0:07:08 – Federal grants for tracking migratory birds
0:09:31 – Imagining podcast near a bonsai tree
0:12:17 – Shooting an elk at Tohon Ranch, Utah
0:14:38 – Animal fight or flight reaction explained
0:16:55 – Aiming technique focusing on front leg of animal
0:20:20 – Comparing accuracy of different shooting styles
0:22:36 – Pool cue grip technique like Spider-Man
0:25:12 – Attraction to archery explained
0:27:04 – Becoming a beginner again in comedy every two years
0:33:16 – Subjects that can't be brought up publicly
0:36:11 – Discussion about killing or loving cats
0:38:26 – Writing routine starting early morning
0:42:35 – Ricardo Lamas fighting Calvin Cater
0:43:32 – Being 100% authentic in public persona
0:46:14 – Planning how to get meat home after hunting
0:49:03 – Archery podcast compared to successful cable show
0:54:27 – Organized civilizations and cultures discussion
0:55:22 – Discovering podcast before meeting guest
0:56:19 – Use of carbon shafts by top archers
1:00:29 – Playing pool and long-term skill advantage
1:04:07 – Generating power with correct technique
1:05:38 – Technique importance in comedy and life
1:07:33 – Sparring for fun and learning techniques
1:10:34 – Initial attacker often gets submitted in sparring
1:12:05 – Challenges of soaking in teaching
1:13:28 – Explanation of reverse sear cooking method
1:15:18 – Love for smoky flavor from pellet grills
1:17:53 – Cooking brisket in foil pan outdoors
1:21:15 – Learning from positions in combat sports
1:22:47 – Hunting as a litmus test for character
1:23:41 – Mutual appreciation developed through conversation
1:25:22 – Audience rooting and surprise fighters discussion

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 And we're rolling. Cheers. Starting point is 00:00:17 It's like tequila and Red Bull. Starting point is 00:00:33 And then the cat lady appears. Starting point is 00:00:54 And I'm like, what? Starting point is 00:01:15 Remy had left. Starting point is 00:01:42 just was kind of grabbing i think I was consuming more than most, Starting point is 00:02:28 Like, we'll both go opposite directions. Starting point is 00:03:24 excellent but if you if you if you use a different kind of camo first of all you shouldn't Typically, our Sitka gear pants have built-in knee pads, which are excellent. Starting point is 00:03:45 The Sub Alpine is the bomb. Starting point is 00:04:00 Everything is one step better. Starting point is 00:04:40 Early season whitetails, midway through the season for whitetails, 100% effective. Starting point is 00:05:17 Yeah, it's a perfect breakup pattern. Starting point is 00:05:44 Yeah, the movement is big, but I became an even bigger believer in the hex suit while I was here. Starting point is 00:06:12 what'll wig you out is when owls when i'm in a whitetail stand and owls will come in and be like Starting point is 00:07:08 I shouldn't say federal, but like granted tests to track migratory birds Starting point is 00:07:53 some people are still skeptical though yeah i mean you know some people say hey you know it seems like Starting point is 00:08:45 and they just didn't know what the hell we were when where it's like some of the times in the Starting point is 00:09:31 Imagine me and Joe Rogan tucked up next to kind of a bonsai tree. Starting point is 00:10:01 When they're bedded, you might see one or two that's standing up at the time, Starting point is 00:10:41 They were everywhere. Starting point is 00:11:31 just slow slow and sweet and as soon as I heard it go I just looked right at the axis and I heard Starting point is 00:12:17 did because i shot my uh elk last year in utah with aback. I shot that amazing elk at Tohon Ranc...

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