Podcast In Paradise

Date: 2017-06-16 | Duration: 1h 44m

Episode Overview

The conversation centers around a unique outdoor experience on the island of Lanai, blending hunting, archery, and camaraderie in a remote paradise. Joe Rogan and his guests delve into the challenges and rewards of bow hunting exotic game like axis deer and elk, sharing insights on equipment, technique, and the deep connection hunters feel when harvesting their own food. They discuss the scarcity of quality bow shops in places like Austin, Texas, and the rising costs of hunting gear, highlighting the dedication required to pursue this lifestyle. A memorable moment includes a FaceTime call with big wave surfer Shane Dorian, tying together the themes of adventure and respect for nature. The group also reflects on the ecological impact of invasive species like goats on Lanai and the efforts to restore balance to the island’s environment. Throughout, the guests emphasize the mental and physical discipline involved in hunting, comparing it to practices like yoga and meditation. The episode captures a raw, authentic appreciation for wilderness, self-reliance, and the rituals that connect humans to the natural world.

Key Moments

– Big Wave Surfing
– Archery Hunting
– Bow Hunting Gear
– Wildlife Management
– Elk Hunting
– Hawaiian Ecosystems
– MMA History
– Firefighting Experiences
– Hunting Ethics
– Outdoor Cooking
– Photography in Nature
– Animal Behavior
– Hunting Techniques
– Sports Injuries
– Hunting Conservation
– Survival Skills
– Hunting Community
– Bowhunting Challenges
– Hunting Equipment
– Mental Preparation
0:00:00 – Introduction to Podcast In Paradise
0:00:28 – Introduction of Sam Suholt
0:01:02 – Discussion about beverages and atmosphere
0:02:21 – Rising prices of hunting equipment
0:04:47 – Limited safe hunting areas in Los Angeles
0:05:47 – Bow shops availability in Austin, Texas
0:07:51 – FaceTime call with Shane Dorian
0:09:11 – Story about police and legal trouble
0:12:10 – Environmental impact of black plastic on island
0:14:35 – Differences in deer species in New Zealand
0:16:16 – Discussion on high fence red stag hunting
0:18:25 – Sam Suholt’s photography background
0:20:53 – Heated wall tent for hunting comfort
0:23:51 – Neil Young concert security story
0:26:18 – Firefighting challenges in residential areas
0:29:34 – Smoking water technique for cooking
0:32:26 – Bow hunting arrow speed and effectiveness
0:35:11 – Strategy for shooting a doe with a bow
0:37:02 – Preparing for bow hunting destination
0:40:19 – George Foreman’s physical attributes and MMA
0:42:14 – Physical demands of elk hunting
0:43:29 – Muhammad Ali’s body shot technique
0:45:03 – Bow hunting arrow weight and broadhead damage
0:48:07 – Using multiple arrows in axis deer hunting
0:50:00 – Introduction to mouflon as Hawaiian sheep
0:53:41 – Physical impact of fighting in MMA
0:55:03 – Comparison of live fights and filmed surfing
0:57:50 – Arrow trajectory resembling an S pattern
1:00:00 – Discussion on animal defense mechanisms
1:02:42 – Arrow grain weight and force discussion
1:03:21 – Competitive canoeing background
1:07:09 – BJ Penn’s role as MMA promoter
1:10:45 – Kimo’s arm triangle choke victory
1:12:04 – Recap of March 5th, 2005 MMA event
1:15:12 – Tank Abbott’s knockout of Wesley Walls
1:16:16 – Discussion on erased fight records and conspiracies
1:20:29 – Mental and physical preparation for hunting
1:25:46 – First moose hunt experience with Sam
1:28:06 – Archery as a practice for vegans and hunters
1:31:35 – Hunting community embracing each other
1:34:17 – Wildlife biologists’ role in habitat management
1:36:18 – Speculation about alien intervention
1:38:38 – Veganism and emotional perspectives
1:39:51 – Plans to return to Lanai for hunting

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Joe Rogan Podcast, check it out! Starting point is 00:00:28 powerful Sam Suholt, Starting point is 00:00:45 And to his left left big wave surfer Starting point is 00:01:02 of beverages we're out here enjoying Starting point is 00:01:18 John Dudley is Insta-storing this. Starting point is 00:01:41 He tagged me, you, and Cam in his picture, and he had eBayed a Hoyt. Starting point is 00:02:21 this hunt, arrow prices, broadhead prices, and-priceless country prices are all going up. Starting point is 00:02:50 The weather sucks. Starting point is 00:03:02 And they bring in a rowboat. Starting point is 00:03:25 If it's cool, talk about it. Starting point is 00:04:03 good thing that's a problem right almost Starting point is 00:04:47 There's not enough safe areas. Starting point is 00:05:04 There's like maybe in the entire Los Angeles metropolitan area, there might be four or five. Starting point is 00:05:17 Where's Impact? Starting point is 00:05:29 Oh, Impact is in performance. Starting point is 00:05:47 I live in Austin, Texas. We've got one bow shop that's worth anything. Starting point is 00:06:04 You just go to Safari and type on the top. Starting point is 00:06:20 They suck. Which actually suck. Starting point is 00:06:41 Last night we had an amazing beach cookout. Starting point is 00:07:20 hunting he mentions like when we're talking about hawaii we're talking about elk hunting we're just Starting point is 00:07:51 With Joe's friend Andy Stump. Starting point is 00:08:17 This was actually our FaceTime to Shane Dorian. Starting point is 00:08:43 Yeah, I fucking want to do it. Starting point is 00:09:11 I was clearly, like if I was talking to a cop, if I was a cop, I'd just throw me right in jail. Starting point is 00:09:54 over for drunk driving but he had a bunch of coke in his sleigh have you guys ever seen it no he's Starting point is 00:10:28 and uh look this is we got one more day tomorrow morning this couldn't be oh you guys are gonn...

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