Archery, Wildgame, and the Stories that Feed Us With Special Guest Chris Burghardt (The Red Outdoors)

We’ve officially hit 100 episodes of the Dreaded Archer Podcast! 🎯 Before diving in, I want to take a moment to thank all the Dreaded Listeners, supporters, and our partners at CarbonTV for being part of this journey. Your support has helped this podcast grow into a space where hunters, archers, and outdoor enthusiasts can come together to share stories, knowledge, and passion for the outdoors. This milestone is as much yours as it is mine, and I couldn’t be more grateful. To celebrate episode 100, I’m joined by Chris Burghardt, the creator behind Red Outdoors. Chris is an avid archer, hunter, and storyteller who’s built a passionate community on TikTok by keeping things authentic—sharing not just the success of the hunt, but the heart and meaning behind it. In this conversation, we dive into what first sparked Chris’s love for the outdoors and archery, how social media has changed the hunting scene, and the rise of hunting influencers and the responsibility that comes with having a platform. We also talk about whether the moon really affects deer movement, goals for this hunting season, and expectations for the 2026 bow launches—who’s coming out swinging and what new technology might be on the horizon. One of the best moments in the episode is when Chris talks about cooking his own venison and how telling the story behind the deer somehow makes the food taste even better. It’s a perfect reminder of what makes hunting so meaningful—being connected to the process from field to table and honoring the story that comes with it. This episode is about more than bows, broadheads, and gear—it’s about connection, storytelling, and what it really means to live the outdoor lifestyle. Thank you all for being part of the Dreaded Archer journey for 100 episodes. Here’s to the next hundred!