The Secret to Success in the Outdoor Industry with Julie McQueen from CarbonTV

Ever wondered how a passion for the outdoors can turn into a successful career? In this episode, the hosts chat with Julie McQueen from Carbon TV. They learn about her impressive journey, which started with her making simple gun cleaning videos in her kitchen and led to her becoming a leader in the outdoor media world. Julie shares that she's done almost everything in the industry, even starting as a volunteer cameraman, which she still loves to do. She believes this background helps her understand and support the more than 300 producers who create content for Carbon TV.Julie also talks about how amazing it is to see more women in the hunting and shooting community. She remembers a time when there weren't many, and now she loves that it's normal to see successful, talented women everywhere at events like SHOT Show. Her company, Carbon TV, has a 50-50 workforce of men and women, which she feels brings balance and new ideas. The discussion moves to how Carbon TV is changing the game by offering a free streaming service. They've added all kinds of outdoor shows, not just hunting and fishing, so there's something for everyone. This way, they reach a bigger audience and help more people enjoy the outdoors.To learn more about their content or to submit your own show idea, you can visit the Carbon TV website.LinksOtis Technology: A gun cleaning company where the podcast is recorded. (00:05)Carbon TV: The free streaming service for outdoor content where Julie McQueen is a leader. (00:44)YouTube: The platform where Julie created her first gun cleaning videos. (01:20)Dallas Safari Club: A conservation organization where Julie was a guest speaker. (04:47)Wild Sheep Foundation: A conservation group with the Ruby Mayflower Lake Legacy Fund, of which Julie is a board member. (07:16)Vizio, Samsung, LG TV: Brands of smart TVs where CarbonTV is pre-loaded. (18:46)CarbonTV Website: The site where people can submit content and watch shows for free. (20:54)Key PointsJulie McQueen filmed gun cleaning videos. (01:20)She transitioned to a corporate role. (02:50)Carbon TV was founded by someone else. (03:10)She spoke at Dallas Safari Club. (04:47)Carbon TV has a 50-50 workforce. (06:05)Her favorite adventures are with loved ones. (07:56)Carbon TV diversified content library. (13:17)She wants a live puppy camera. (15:48)Carbon TV is preloaded on smart TVs. (18:20)Content creators can submit content. (20:54)KeywordsAmateurs and Experts, podcast, Otis Technology, Julie McQueen, Carbon TV, gun cleaning videos, YouTube, producer, TV shows, commercials, corporate role, cameraman, producers, content, Dallas Safari Club, guest speaker, conservation, ladies luncheon, empowering females, women, workforce, Ruby Mayflower Lake Legacy Fund, Wild Sheep Foundation, healing through nature, best friend, Jana Waller, houndsman, camaraderie, storytelling, kids, kids organizations, family events, mothers, shooting, marksmanship, archery, hikes, normalized conversation, friends, camaraderie, future, content library, hunting, fishing, outdoor, cooking shows, aviation, survival, overland, scuba, short films, documentaries, live cameras, eagle cam, puppy