Episodes

  • #248 Dan Gates - Fighting for Wildlife with Coloradans For Responsible Wildlife Management

    #248 Dan Gates - Fighting for Wildlife with Coloradans For Responsible Wildlife Management
    Feb 21 2026
    Dan Gates - Executive Director of Coloradans For Responsible Wildlife Management ( C. R. W. M. ) Host of Though the Gates podcast joins Bobby Marshall in studio for a powerful, co-released episode focused on the future of wildlife management in Colorado. A lifelong sportsman and passionate conservation advocate, Dan has dedicated his career to protecting Colorado’s wildlife through science-based policy, ethical hunting, and responsible stewardship. As a leader of CRWM and the Save the Hunt Colorado campaign, he works at the front lines of legislative battles, commission decisions, and public advocacy efforts that directly impact sportsmen, landowners, and outdoor communities across the state.In this episode, Bobby and Dan dive deep into:• Colorado wildlife policy and the statutory mission of Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CRS 33-1-101)• The growing political influence shaping conservation decisions• Senate Bill 62 and its potential impact on rodenticide access, pesticide application, and trapping methods• The proposed statewide fur-sale prohibition petition• Beaver management strategy and harvest data• Wolf policy discussions and livestock compensation• Firearms-related policy proposals tied to wildlife governance• The importance of public testimony and engagement at CPW Commission meetingsDan breaks down why wildlife policy should be driven by science, data, and expert guidance — not emotion or political agendas — and explains why Colorado is becoming a “test market” for sweeping wildlife legislation.He also issues a call to action for the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Commission meetings (March 4–5 in Westminster and May 6–7 in Grand Junction), encouraging citizens to attend, submit testimony, and stay informed.Beyond policy, this conversation explores conservation ethics, biology, hunting tradition, archery, outdoor culture, and what it truly means to preserve wildlife responsibly for future generations.If you care about conservation, hunting rights, wildlife biology, or the future of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation — this is a must-listen episode.www.themountainsidepodcast.comShow Linkswww.SaveTheHuntColorado.comwww.youtube.com/@ThroughTheGatesPodcastAffiliates LinksSponsor Linkswww.ProTekt.comMountain Side listeners receive 10% off all ProTekt products! Use this link to receive discount code.www.SABObroadheads.comMountain Side listeners receive $10 off & Free Shipping on all SABO Broadheads!www.Knicpouches.comMountain Side listeners Use Discounts code: MOUNTAINSIDE15 to receive 15% off all K-Nic products!
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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • #247 - Suicide Prevention Awareness with Jacquelyn Clark

    #247 - Suicide Prevention Awareness with Jacquelyn Clark
    Feb 12 2026

    Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States — and it continues to impact families, communities, veterans, first responders, and everyday people at an alarming rate. This is not just a statistic. It’s a call to action. In this powerful and deeply important episode of The Mountain Side Podcast, Bobby Marshall sits down with Jacquelyn Clark for a courageous, honest, and solution-focused conversation about suicide prevention awareness, depression, responsible firearm practices, and how we can better show up for the people in our lives. If you are currently going through something — or know someone who is walking through a difficult season — this episode is for you. Jacquelyn Clark is a Suicide Awareness Advocate and the Founder and Co-Owner of Bristlecone Shooting, Training, & Retail Center in Lakewood, Colorado. She also serves as the Firearms Industry Partnership Manager with Pause to Protect through the University of Colorado Anschutz and holds the NSSF Board of Governors Range Seat. Her prior professional background includes seven years on the Executive Team of a $35 million company, with extensive experience in business development and accounting for mid-size and Fortune 300 companies. She is a Certified Pistol Instructor, Certified Defensive Firearms Coach, and active contributor to the Colorado Firearm Safety Coalition.


    Together, Bobby and Jacquelyn address:

    • Recognizing warning signs of suicide and depression

    • Breaking the stigma around mental health conversations

    • Safe firearm storage and responsible ownership

    • Practical ways to help someone who may be struggling

    • Building a culture of awareness, accountability, and compassion


    This conversation goes beyond awareness — it’s about responsibility, community, and courage. It’s about leaning into hard conversations instead of avoiding them. It’s about protecting life.


    In true Mountain Side fashion, this episode brings faith, resilience, leadership, and real-world practicality to a topic that affects us all.


    If this conversation resonates with you, share it. Conversations like this save lives.


    If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. In the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Immediate help is available.


    Subscribe, rate, and follow The Mountain Side Podcast for more meaningful conversations that matter.


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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • #246 Chef Josh Work - Chef & Mental Heath Awareness Advocate

    #246 Chef Josh Work - Chef & Mental Heath Awareness Advocate
    Feb 7 2026
    Chef Josh Work - is the culinary force behind The Wildflower Cafe, where elevated comfort food meets deep respect for land, season, and sourcing. Known for his relentless commitment to quality, Josh builds his menus around locally raised meats, responsibly harvested ingredients, and flavors inspired by both travel and tradition. But Josh isn’t just a chef — he’s a craftsman. A skilled butcher with a nose-to-tail philosophy, he understands food from the ground up. His work is rooted in sustainability, conservation, and honoring the animal — values shaped by his time as a hunter, angler, and dedicated forager in the Colorado mountains. Outside the kitchen, Josh shares a different side of his story under the moniker @emotionalsupportviking, where he speaks openly about emotional well-being, resilience, and the importance of honest conversation. It’s a raw, grounded extension of the same philosophy he brings to food: intentional living, connection, and respect for what truly matters. A lifelong traveler and student of culture, Josh draws inspiration from kitchens and wild places around the world — blending global influence with Rocky Mountain grit. In this episode, Josh joins Bobby Marshall in studio for a dynamic conversation and live culinary experience. They dive into wild game, butchery, foraging, sustainability, mental health, Colorado mountain life, conservation, and the deeper meaning behind gathering around food. This one is about more than cooking — it’s about heritage, stewardship, and living fully connected to the land. Subscribe and follow The Mountain Side Podcast for more conversations rooted in authenticity, adventure, and the mountain way of life.www.TheMountainSidePodcast.comAffiliates LinksSponsor Linkshttps://wildflowerevergreen.comhttps://www.themountainsidepodcast.com/episodes/185-chef-josh-workwww.Knicpouches.comMountain Side listeners Use Discounts code: MOUNTAINSIDE15 to receive 15% off all K-Nic products!www.SABObroadheads.comMountain Side listeners receive $10 off & Free Shipping on all SABO Broadheads!www.ProTekt.comMountain Side listeners receive 10% off all ProTekt products! Use this link to receive discount code.
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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • #245 Jordan Kurtz - Combat Sports Analyst & Commentator

    #245 Jordan Kurtz - Combat Sports Analyst & Commentator
    Jan 23 2026

    Jordan Kurtz is the owner/operator of Comments From The Peanut Gallery media aggregate and he co-hosts The MMA Plug on Mile High Sports radio. Kurtz is a credentialed media member who has also covered UFC, Bellator, and LFA events in various roles. He serves as a commentator for Fury Fighting Championship, Colorado Combat Club, and No Mercy Extreme Fighting. Kurtz's media production work has been featured across various platforms, including Mile High Sports, Fighter’s Only Magazine World MMA Awards 2018, and Fite TV. Kurtz is the personal media creative for a roster of MMA fighters and has started multiple spin-off projects with these fighters such as Outlaw Logic with Coach Marc Montoya

    For this episode, Jordan Kurtz join Bobby Marshall in studio to discuss sports training, professional athletes, UFC, MMA, sportsmanship, Factory X, family, Colorado, and much more. Please subscribe or like us on social media platforms for updates on shows, events, and episode drops.


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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • #244 Coach Marc Montoya - UFC & MMA Coach / Factory X

    #244 Coach Marc Montoya - UFC & MMA Coach / Factory X
    Jan 16 2026
    Marc Montoya - is a world-renowned UFC coach, Head Coach and Owner of Factory X Muay Thai / MMA / BJJ, accomplished martial artist, avid bowhunter and fly fisherman, devoted father, mentor, writer, and public speaker. With more than two decades of experience training, fighting, and teaching in the Denver area, Marc has helped shape some of the world’s top mixed martial artists and continues to be one of the most respected coaches in combat sports. Marc was nominated for 2018 Coach of the Year by the World MMA Awards and is a two-time Colorado MMA Awards Coach of the Year (2012 & 2014). Beyond the cage, Marc is known for his disciplined leadership, thoughtful approach to personal growth, and commitment to developing not just elite fighters—but well-rounded human beings. Through his writing and public speaking, he shares insights on mindset, resilience, leadership, faith, and navigating adversity both in sport and in life. In this episode, Coach Marc Montoya sits down with Bobby Marshall in The Mountain Side studio for a wide-ranging conversation covering a winning-and-learning mindset, UFC and MMA culture, coaching at the highest level, mentorship, faith, reading and books, overcoming cancer, family and friendships, outdoor ethics, bowhunting, fly fishing, and the deeper lessons found through discipline, struggle, and connection to the outdoors. This is a powerful and authentic conversation with one of the most influential coaches in MMA—offering wisdom that extends far beyond the sport. Please subscribe, like, and follow The Mountain Side Podcast on social media for updates on new episodes, events, and future releases.www.TheMountainSidePodcast.comShow Linkshttps://factoryxmuaythai.comhttps://www.guardiangym.org/factoryxhttps://savethehuntcolorado.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@ThroughTheGatesPodcasthttps://warpartymovement.comAffiliates LinksSponsor Linkswww.Knicpouches.comMountain Side listeners Use Discounts code: MOUNTAINSIDE15 to receive 15% off all K-Nic products!www.ProTekt.comMountain Side listeners receive 10% off all ProTekt products! Use this link to receive discount code.
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    3 hrs and 2 mins
  • #243 Eric Telly - Strength & Conditioning / Landow Performance

    #243 Eric Telly - Strength & Conditioning / Landow Performance
    Jan 10 2026
    Eric Telly - Sports performance coach and manager at Landow Performance of Colorado. Eric is a sports performance coach and manager at Landow Performance in Colorado, where he works with a wide spectrum of athletes—most notably work with top flight UFC professional fighters & members of the elite MMA community. With a strong foundation in sports science and high-level athletic development, Eric specializes in strength training, strength & conditioning, and performance optimization for athletes operating at the highest levels of competition. Before stepping fully into the world of sports performance, Eric proudly served as a United States Navy veteran, completing five years of active duty followed by service in the Naval Reserve while attending college. His military background helped shape his discipline, leadership style, and commitment to excellence—qualities that carry over directly into his coaching philosophy and approach with athletes. Eric’s roots in the state of Colorado run deep. He attended middle school, high school, and college in Colorado, where he continued to build his knowledge and passion for sports science, human performance, and elite training methodologies. Over the years, this blend of military experience, academic study, and real-world coaching has positioned Eric as a trusted figure within Landow Performance as Colorado’s high-performance training community for professional athletes and all walks of life. In this episode, Eric Telly sits down with Bobby Marshall in The Mountain Side studio for an in-depth conversation covering strength training, conditioning for combat sports, coaching at the professional level, the realities of social media, family life, Colorado culture, archery, the outdoor lifestyle, and much more. The conversation offers a grounded, real-world look at what it takes to build strong, resilient athletes—both physically and mentally. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and like The Mountain Side Podcast on your favorite platforms, and follow us on social media for updates on upcoming shows, events, and new episode drops.www.TheMountainSidePodcast.comAffiliates LinksSponsor Linkswww.Knicpouches.comMountain Side listeners Use Discounts code: MOUNTAINSIDE15 to receive 15% off all K-Nic products!www.SABObroadheads.comMountain Side listeners receive $10 off & Free Shipping on all SABO Broadheads!www.ProTekt.comMountain Side listeners receive 10% off all ProTekt products! Use this link to receive discount code.
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    2 hrs and 16 mins
  • #242 Dayna Monroe - SIG SAUER | Tactical Game Competitor | Hunter

    #242 Dayna Monroe - SIG SAUER | Tactical Game Competitor | Hunter
    Dec 27 2025

    Dayna Monroe - is a lifelong sportswoman, accomplished bowhunter/hunter, and a respected leader in the women’s outdoor and hunting space. With deep roots in the field and a competitive mindset, she brings firsthand experience from the mountains, the range, and the playing field —competing in Tactical Games and continually pushing the limits of physical and mental performance. As a women’s outdoor and hunting coach, Dayna is passionate about empowering others with the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to thrive in demanding environments. Her approach blends discipline, preparedness, and respect for the outdoors, making her a trusted mentor for women stepping into hunting, archery, and tactical competition. Professionally, Dayna serves as a Brand Relationship Manager at SIG SAUER, where she helps build authentic partnerships and represent one of the most respected names in firearms and outdoor innovation. Whether she’s coaching, competing, or cultivating industry relationships, Dayna Monroe stands at the intersection of performance, purpose, and modern outdoor culture. In this episode of The Mountain Side, Dayna Monroe sits down with Bobby Marshall in studio

    to discuss situational awareness, firearm safety, concealed carry, Sig Sauer, tactical games, hunting, social media use, brand management, and much more. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us across social media for updates on new shows, events, and episode drops.

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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • #241 Coach Jacob “Jake” Ramos - Elite Coaching, Combat Sports Legacy & Winning at the Highest Level

    #241 Coach Jacob “Jake” Ramos - Elite Coaching, Combat Sports Legacy & Winning at the Highest Level
    Dec 20 2025

    Coach Jacob Ramos - is one of the most respected and influential coaches in all of combat sports, with a résumé that spans the highest levels of competition worldwide. As the founder of Genesis Training Academy in Colorado, Jake has helped develop world champions and elite professionals across multiple disciplines. His coaching pedigree includes UFC World Champion Rose Namajunas, BKFC World Champion Chris Camozzi, BKB Female World Champion Khortni Kameron and a deep roster of standout fighters such as Grant Neal, Brandon Girtz, Brian Camozzi, Whitney Johns, Jason “The Dragon” Lee, and many more. His athletes have competed at the professional level in Professional Boxing, UFC, PFL, Glory, ONE Championship, BKFC, BYB, BKB, Pride, and King Of The Streets—cementing his impact across the global combat sports landscape. Before becoming a cornerstone of modern fight coaching, Jake was a professional soccer player, bringing a unique perspective on elite athletic development, movement, conditioning, and mental performance into the world of combat sports. That diverse background has shaped a coaching philosophy rooted in discipline, adaptability, and long-term success. Coach Jake Ramos sits down with Bobby Marshall in The Mountain Side studio for an in-depth conversation on coaching at the highest levels, playing professional sports, parenting, current events, facing adversity, personal growth, and life beyond competition. This episode offers a rare, unfiltered look into the mindset, values, and experiences of one of combat sports’ most accomplished coaches. Subscribe and follow The Mountain Side for updates on new episodes, events, and conversations rooted in adventure, resilience, and true human connection.

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    2 hrs and 40 mins