Ep. 153: The Government Is Watching - And Stéphane Monette Knows It

For over 1,775 episodes, Stéphane Monette has spoken his mind. An extremely positive, and passionate lifelong hunter, entrepreneur, and CEO of Fermé Monette, he built a business around the outdoors—only to find himself on a government watchlist for speaking out. This episode dives into the hard truths behind social media censorship, the battle over hunting rights, and the real impact of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) on the industry. 🔥 What’s inside this episode: 🎯 The shocking moment Stéphane learned his content was being monitored 🎙️ How he fought back against social media bans & government pressure 🦌 The hidden reality of CWD and its devastating effect on the hunting industry 🛑 Why anti-firearm policies are built on myths, not facts 🏹 Life on Anticosti Island—115,000 deer, no predators, and a hunter’s paradise 👊 What it takes to succeed in business and life This isn’t just another hunting story—it’s a wake-up call for anyone who values personal freedom. 🔔 Subscribe now & hit the bell so you don’t miss out.   This episode isn’t just about hunting—it’s about who controls the narrative. 📢 What do you think? Are hunters and firearm owners being silenced? Drop a comment below.   [email protected]  https://www.instagram.com/stephmonetteonjase/ https://www.facebook.com/smonette https://onjase.live/ https://fermemonette.com/   Connect with the brands talked about in this episode (Sako, Beretta, Norma, Tikka...); https://www.stoegercanada.ca https://www.instagram.com/sako_international/ https://www.instagram.com/tikka_international/ https://www.instagram.com/normaammo/  https://www.instagram.com/berettaofficial   ______ Silvercore Club - https://www.silvercore.ca/club Online Training - https://www.silvercore.ca/course/category Other Training & Services - https://www.silvercore.ca/course/category Merchandise - https://www.silvercore.ca/collections/all-merchandise Blog Page - https://www.silvercore.ca/blog Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav Silvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors ____ Show Notes: [00:00] Introduction Travis introduces Stéphane Monette, highlighting his experience in hunting, media, and business. [02:00] Meeting at SHOT Show Discussion on SHOT Show 2024, industry trends, and the reality of post-event sickness. [06:00] The Business of Hunting Products How Fermé Monette evolved from real deer urine attractants to synthetic solutions. The impact of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) on hunting regulations. [12:00] Anticosti Island & Early Days as a Hunting Guide A deep dive into life on an island with over 115,000 whitetail deer and no predators. Stéphane’s journey into guiding at just 16 years old. [18:00] Cooking, Hunting & The Wild Food Movement How his culinary background influences his connection to hunting and food. The growing trend of hunters embracing ethical food sourcing. [24:00] The Social Media Battle & Censorship of Hunting Content The challenges of posting firearms-related content on Facebook, YouTube & Instagram. How Stéphane built his own platform after being restricted online. [32:00] Government Monitoring & The Hunting Industry Stéphane shares shocking details about government agencies monitoring his content. How he uses his platform to push for fair regulations. [40:00] The Role of Firearms in Outdoor Life Firearms as a tool vs. the political debate around gun ownership. The misconceptions about handguns in Canada. [50:00] The Power of Consistency in Media & Business Stéphane has hosted 1,775+ episodes of his show, Angeas, and reveals the secret to longevity. The impact of daily content creation on influence and business growth. [56:00] Final Thoughts & Advice Why perseverance, staying true to values, and daily effort make all the difference.