The Storytelling Project Helping Firefighters and Preserving Traditions (Ep 790)

MONTHLY SPONSORS Old Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.com Savage Arms - https://savagearms.com Weatherby - https://weatherby.com Morton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.com Duck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com Discover how preserving hunting stories can support firefighter health and cancer prevention. Host Wade Shoemaker talks with Gray Schneider, founder of Season of Stories, a traveling journal project inspired by the loss of his brother-in-law, firefighter Wade Cannon, to occupational cancer. What began as a way to preserve outdoor memories and family stories has grown into a fundraising and awareness effort focused on helping firefighters gain access to life-saving cancer screenings. Along the way, the project has become a unique collection of hunting stories, personal reflections, and outdoor traditions written by hunters from across North America. In this episode: How Season of Stories was inspired by a firefighter’s fight against cancer Why handwritten journals still matter in a digital world The connection between storytelling, hunting traditions, and legacy How the project funds cancer screenings for firefighters The journey of a traveling journal through the hunting community Plans to expand beyond waterfowl into other outdoor pursuits Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback: [email protected] SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails: Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.