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Prayin and Slayin
by Aaron Stonehocker
Prayin and Slayin podcast brings you the hearts, minds, and opinions of two mustache sporting sportsman who bring the exploration and inspiration of God through his Great Outdoors.
Episodes
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SPLIT: A Tennessee Velvet Buck | Spencer Odle
A target buck. Three weeks without a picture. One opening-weekend opportunity. Spencer Odle joins the Prayin' and Slayin' Podcast from West Tennessee to tell the story of "Split"—a mature velvet 9-point that Spencer had his sights set on all summer. Spencer grew up hunting and fishing alongside…
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SPECIAL NETWROK DROP: Birthdays, Pronghorn, and Prairie Dogs - From Field To Future with Jeremy Chvilicek
What do you get a six-year-old for his birthday? For Jack, the answer was easy: go speed goat hunting with Dad. In this special episode of the Prayin’ and Slayin’ Podcast, we’re handing the mic over to Jeremy Chvilicek, host of From Field to Future, for a father-son adventure that captures…
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PRAYIN’ AND SLAYIN’ SPECIAL FEATURE: THE DEADNUTS STORY WITH COLE DANIELS
“If the market doesn’t provide the solution, you build it yourself.” In this special partner feature of the Prayin’ and Slayin’ Podcast, we’re bringing you the origin story of one of our premier network partners: DEADNUTS Outdoors. Aaron sits down with DEADNUTS co-founder Cole Daniels to take it...
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The Solo Spring Bear: Grit, Discernment, and "Goin' Out for a Rip" with Kade Davis
In this episode of The Prayin' and Slayin', Podcast we hit a major milestone: our first-ever bear hunting story on the podcast. Joining us is Kade Davis, a Canadian-born hunter now living in Montana, who brings a heavy dose of grit and some classic northern flavor to the show (yes, he actually…
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Wet Turkeys in Texas with Benjamin Slocum
The Road Back to Texas: Homesteading, Family, and the Long Game with Ben Slocum From the rugged coast of Oregon back to the heart of Texas, Ben Slocum’s journey is a testament to following the "call" home. In this episode of Prayin' and Slayin', Ben sits down with Justin Wilson to share his story...
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OPERATION HUNT - From the Tundra to the Southern Alps: Service, Stewardship, and the Trip of a Lifetime with Craig Greer
"Humility isn't thinking less of yourself; it’s thinking of yourself less." In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, I’m joined by an old friend and fellow Iowan, US Army Veteran Craig Greer. Craig’s journey has taken him from the small towns of Iowa to the rugged wilds of Alaska, and...
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The Courage to Ask: Zi's First Turkey and the Power of Mentorship | Jason & Zi
Everyone starts somewhere—but no one succeeds alone. In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we're joined by Jason and young hunter Zi as they share the story behind Zi's first successful turkey hunt. While the longbeard was the goal, the real story is about mentorship, humility, and...
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The Harvest of Persistence: Sunday Hunting, Conservation & Service with Kristen Kopehafer
What happens when faith, perseverance, and servant leadership come together? This week on the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we're joined by Kristen Kopehafer—Pennsylvania Game Commission District 1 Commissioner, conservation advocate, entrepreneur, and passionate outdoorswoman. Kristen shares the...
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Hunt Like Jesus is In The Blind: God First, Family Second, Hunt Third - Hunter and Megan Alsip
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we sit down with Hunter and Megan Alsip to break down a season that perfectly illustrates the hierarchy of a life well-lived: God First, Family Second, and Hunt Third. The Alsips share the incredible story of their Ohio season, which kicked off…
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FIRST FROM THE SADDLE | HAYDEN CRASS
The Standard of Execution. In this episode, we sit down with Hayden Crass from Kentucky. Hayden is a man who understands the grind of the construction industry and carries that same work ethic into the timber. We dive into the details of his recent milestone: harvesting his first buck out of a...
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OPERATION: Hunt | 22 Years of Leadership, Big Bucks, and the Turkey Woods with 1SG/MSG Jess Todd
"The rank changes, but the mission to lead remains." In this episode of Prayin and Slayin, we sit down with a true pillar of the Central Texas veteran community: retired Army First Sergeant/Master Sergeant Jess Todd. After 22 years of service, Jess has transitioned his tactical precision and...
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THE STORY OF CYCLONE: 177" OF COLORADO HERITAGE | COLTON TALTON
🎙️ THE STORY OF CYCLONE: 177" OF COLORADO HERITAGE | COLTON TALTON "Let us not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up." — Galatians 6:9 In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we sit down with Colton Talton of…
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OPERATION: HUNT | DEVON ROUNSAVILLE: FAITH, FIREPOWER, AND THE FRONTLINE
🎙️ OPERATION: HUNT | DEVoN ROUNSAVILLE: FAITH, FIREPOWER, AND THE FRONTLINE Service. Struggle. Absolute Grit. In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we sit down with retired Oklahoma Army National Guard Soldier Devon Rounsaville. This isn’t just a hunting story; it’s a blueprint for...
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Quentin Owen | First Buck with a Bow, Saddle Hunting, and Faith Through the Journey
Quentin Owen | First Buck with a Bow, Saddle Hunting, and Faith Through the Journey In this episode of the Prayin & Slayin Podcast, we sit down with Quentin Owen out of Tennessee as he shares the story of his very first buck with a bow — and to make it even better, it also came from his very…
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Reflections & Forward Motion: 2025 Recap + 2026 Vision | Prayin & Slayin x Hunting The Frontlines
Episode Description: In this special co-hosted episode, Prayin and Slayin Podcast host Aaron Stonehocker joins Hunting The Frontlines Podcast host Justin Wilson for a candid, unscripted conversation reflecting on 2025 — the lessons, the growth, the hard moments, and the wins. Together, they…
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OPERATION: Hunt – Enjoy it While You Got it with Mike Unruh | Retired MP, Former K9 Handler, The Fallen Outdoors, Ridge 2 River
In this OPERATION: Hunt episode of the Prayin & Slayin Podcast, we sit down with Mike Unruh — Retired Military Police Officer, former K9 Handler, and current Operating Officer of The Fallen Outdoors. The Fallen Outdoors is the largest non-paid, all-volunteer organization in the country dedicated…
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2026 Annual Kickoff | Year One Recap + The Network Launch + License to Kill Initiative
Welcome back to the Prayin’ & Slayin’ Podcast, and thank you for helping make our first full year something special. In this Annual Kickoff Episode, Aaron recaps the biggest wins from 2025 and lays out what’s coming in 2026 — including the launch of the Prayin’ & Slayin’ Podcast Network, the…
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Hunt Slow and Talk Pretty with Joel Raether of H30 + PUCK Outdoors
In this episode, we sit down with Joel Raether from Hunt Hike Harvest to talk elk hunting, his newest venture Puck Outdoors, and the role functional strength plays in long-term wellness and success in the mountains. Joel shares how slowing down, staying intentional, and building strength the…
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Corn Dog Food Trucks and Long Shot Muley Bucks with Tyler Dunn of ID!
Faith, Family & Corndogs with Tyler Dunn In this episode, Aaron sits down with Idaho’s own Tyler Dunn to talk about life, raising kids in faith, and his family’s 2025 Idaho deer and elk season where he took a nice mule deer buck at 750yds! Tyler shares how he got into working in the outdoors...
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OPERATION: Trailhead - Make Your House a Home (Mile: 2)
Operation Trailhead: Mile 3 — Make Your House a Home Before you can make your house a home, you’ve got to make your heart one. In this Mile 3 reflection, Aaron talks about what it means to prepare your mind and body as a dwelling place for the Holy Spirit — and how that presence should flow…
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Belly Crawl and Pop-It with North American Pronghorn Foundation!
Operation: Conservation In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we sit down with Eric Dippold, Bryan Suchey, and Joshua Newsted from the North American Pronghorn Foundation. These men are working tirelessly to conserve one of the most iconic species of the American West—the pronghorn....
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OPERATION: Trailhead - Manufactured Hardship (Mile: 2)
On this Operation: Trailhead reflection, Aaron sits on the back porch and draws lessons from the sparrows—birds that don’t complain, don’t compare, and don’t manufacture struggle. In a world overflowing with comfort, we often create “hardship” in our minds instead of choosing the kind of real...
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Living on the Edge and Billy's vs. Nannies: Kendrick Chittock and Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance
OPERATION: CONSERVATION Guest: Kendrick Chittock – Partnerships, Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance In this episode, we sit down with Kendrick Chittock of the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance to talk about pushing boundaries and capturing moments in the wild. Kendrick shares his passion for hunt…
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OPERATION: Trailhead - Just Strong Enough to Resist
OPERATION: TRAILHEAD – Just Strong Enough to Resist When the trail is rough and the way forward isn’t clear, you don’t have to be the fastest, smartest, or strongest to make it through—you just have to be strong enough to resist. In this episode, Aaron shares a revelation from some time spent...
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Bullseyes and Breakthroughs: ENDEX Archery with Jason McCoy
OPERATION: Hunt – Healing Through the Bowstring w/ Jason McCoy of ENDEX Archery In this powerful episode of OPERATION: Hunt, we sit down with Jason McCoy, founder of ENDEX Archery, to hear the story behind the mission. A veteran himself, Jason opens up about his personal battle with PTSD and how...
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🎙️ New Horizons & Mid-Year Wins | Solo Update with Aaron Stonehocker
🎙️ New Horizons & Mid-Year Wins | Solo Update with Aaron Stonehocker In this special solo episode, Aaron hops on the mic to bring you behind the scenes with a mid-year update from Prayin and Slayin. From exciting new ventures to heartfelt gratitude, this one’s a personal check-in you won’t want…
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OPERATION: Conservation - Ironman Outdoors with Patrick Tyndall
🎧 EPISODE: Ironman Outdoors – Where Brotherhood Meets the Backwoods In this episode, we sit down with the crew from Ironman Outdoors, a ministry changing lives one hunt and one retreat at a time. From treestand talks to post-hunt prayers, these guys are giving men space to unplug, connect, and...
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OPERATION: CONSERVATION - NWTF with Baylee Taylor
🎙️ OPERATION: CONSERVATION — NWTF with Baylee Taylor In this episode of Prayin and Slayin, we're diving into the mission and impact of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) — and we’re joined by special guest Baylee Taylor, a key player on the NWTF Merchandise Management team. Baylee gives…
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OPERATION HUNT: Goal Post (Pt. 2) with US ARMY Vet - Justin Wilson
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we pick up where we left off with Justin Wilson, a US ARMY vet. This episode is part 2 of 2 where Justin shares the story of a jaw dropping Indiana 6 point: "GOAL POST" . Be sure to check us out at www.lightthefireoutdoors.com where you can…
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OPERATION HUNT: Goal Post with US Army Vet - Justin Wilson
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we are back with anther OPERATION HUNT series installment where we bring in US Military Veterans to talk about military life, careers, and share some stories from their service, and cap it off with a story from their latest successful hunting...
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American Bear Foundation - Joe Kondelis
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we host Joe Kondelis, Founder of the American Bear Foundation, as he dives into the inception of the organization and their reach and impact today. American Bear Foundation is an 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving our…
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Determined Pack Goats and Image Stabilized Spring Bears with Jeremy Chvilicek
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we bring on Jeremy Chvilicek after a long break between appearances and talk about his most recent hunting rabbit hole: Pack Goats! We also dive deep into spring bear hunting after several years of successful hunts and fine tuning his technique to...
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HHA USA: Serving Veterans Through Archery - with Chris Hamm
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we host Chris Hamm, Co-Owner of HHA Sports, as he takes us on a journey of faith and introduces us to HHA USA. HHA USA is an 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to Veteran Support by getting vets together at special events centered around...
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1st LTFO Business Partner: DEADNUTS OUTDOORS with Cole and Corey Daniels
Prayin and Slayin Podcast – LTFO Partner Series Episode: DEADNUTS OUTDOORS with Corey & Cole Daniels Welcome to the first-ever LTFO Partner Series episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast! In this series, we highlight businesses that have partnered with LTFO Consulting, sharing their journey,...
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OPERATION HUNT: Taylor Philpot and "HONK" and BONUS 8! (Pt. 2)
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we pick up where we left off with Taylor Philpot, who you might recognize from our first Conservation Series episode about REVIVE Outdoors, and his time serving in the USAF. This episode is part 2 of 2 where Taylor shares the story of an Alabama...
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OPERATION HUNT: Taylor Philpot and "HONK"
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we kick of our OPERATION HUNT series where we bring in US Military Veterans to talk about military life, careers, and share some stories from their service, and cap it off with a story from their latest successful hunting season. This episode is...
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Hunting with Purpose: REVIVE Outdoors’ Journey of Faith, Conservation, and Mentorship
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, we host Taylor Philpot as he takes us on a journey of faith and introduces us to REVIVE OUTDOORS. Revive Outdoors is an 501(c)3 organization created to make a positive and eternal impact in the outdoor community through events, outings and content...
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Prayin and Slayin 2025 Season Launch Pod!
Here we grow again! We are so thankful for all of your support over the years and pumped to kick off the 2025 Season of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast! There were some big changes for the team in 2024 and God has opened some huge doors for 2025 and beyond! Tune in as Aaron fills you in and get…
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FIX YOURSELF with Ken Graham (Pt. 3)
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, Ken continues telling his story of working through the heartbreak of losing his son, while working towards being a man of action for the boys he is still blessed to lead here on earth.
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FIX YOURSELF with Ken Graham (Pt. 2)
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, Ken and Aaron pick up where part 1 left off and the guys get deeper into the places that life has taken a down turn, but also how they have taken their shot to flip the script on where life had them. If you want to support Veterans, Conservation,...
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FIX YOURSELF with Ken Graham (Pt. 1)
This episode has Aaron and his buddy, Ken Graham, getting into some fun banter before diving into some inspirational truths learned through one of the hardest and darkest seasons of Ken's life. The fellas discuss: manhood, fixing yourself, fatherhood, dogs, and this is just scratching the…
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Big Brothers and Big Game 1sts with Chris Stonehocker (Pt. 3) The final story
In this episode of the Praying and Slaying Podcast, Chris and Aaron finally get to the story of their first annual "StonehockerFest" successful big game hunt in WY. Chris recaps his first take of a big game animal. The brothers recap shooting for an audience. And they both share laughs as they...
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Big Brothers and Big Game 1sts with Chris Stonehocker (Pt. 2)
On this episode of the Praying and Slaying Podcast, Chris shares the story of how his first ever hunt, almost got him out of hunting for good. The guys talk about a scary IA shotgun deer drive, why Big Brothers are better salesmen, and cap it off with a beat box session with a herd of sheep in…
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Big Brothers and Big Game 1sts with Chris Stonehocker (Pt. 1)
On this episode of the Prayin and Slaying Podcast, Aaron is joined by his younger brother Chris. In part 1 of this series, the brothers throw it back with stories of airgun rabbit hunts on their grandparents farm, potato gun builds worthy of college credit, and what got them into the world of...
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Taking the Long Road: An Antelope Story
On this episode of the Praying and Slaying Podcast, Aaron tells the story of his wife and his first rifle hunt of the '21 season: Chasing Montana Antelope. He reflects on the story and how sometimes in life, the best plan doesn't make sense in the moment, but always seems to work out. Jess takes...
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Sleepless Elk Dreams: A Colorado Archery Elk Hunt
Come along on a new season with Aaron from Light The Fire Outdoors as he shares and reflects on the story of his '21 Archery Bull Elk from Colorado. This is his first ever archery elk, and the story will keep you on your toes. This hunt reminds us that things don't always happen based on our plan...
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A Turkey Hunting Odyssey: Chasing the U.S. Super Slam with Bonce Stanley (Pt. 2)
Do to others as you would have them do to you. Luke 6:31 In this episode, the guys jump right back in where they left off with Bonce Stanley of Bayside Legion, as he goes over the ins and outs of chasing the US Super Slam! Love the Podcast? Be sure to check out www.lightthefireoutdoors.com to get...
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A Turkey Hunting Odyssey: Chasing the U.S. Super Slam with Bonce Stanley (Pt. 1)
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, all three hosts join together to welcome the FIRST EVER guest on the show: Bonce Stanley of the Bayside Legion, and pick his brain about his quest for the U.S Super Turkey Slam. They discuss the travels, tips, and tactics Bonce has used to achieve...
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Helga Housekeepers, Silent Crippled Turkeys, and Good Ol' Luck!
In this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, John is back again to co-host with A-Aron as he tells the story of his most recent and only 2021 turkey hunt in Eastern Montana. The fella's discuss why housekeepers are worth your investment during hunting season, how sometimes you just need a...
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Turkey Takers '21: Antlered Monkeys and Sunburnt Pipeline Workers!
On this episode of the Prayin and Slayin Podcast, John Landrus re-emerges from the pipeline mud to make another cohost appearance. They guys discuss why it is important to set a solid ratio of fun to seriousness when hitting the field on any hunt, how social media can negatively impact your...
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Prayin and Slayin podcast brings you the hearts, minds, and opinions of two mustache sporting sportsman who bring the exploration and inspiration of God through his Great Outdoors.
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Aaron Stonehocker
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