Welcome to Bryant Land! The Bryant Land Show is produced for people who are excited about hunting and the outdoors.We truly champion diversity in the outdoor community. That is shown in the diversity of guests on our show. Wether you are a new to hunting, a savvy veteran, black, latino, man, woman, disabled or anything in between all are welcome and this podcast has something for you.
Episodes
Monday Oct 28, 2019
Buckwild Hunting Club
Monday Oct 28, 2019
Monday Oct 28, 2019
AB3, Host of The Bryant Land Country Podcast, talks with Corey Bryant (no relation to AB3) President of the Buckwild Hunting Club in Sparta, Georgia. Corey talks about the growth of the Buckwild Hunting Club, an all-black hunting club that has expanded from 50 acres in Buckhead, Georgia to just under 2400 acres in Sparta, Georgia.
Episode Highlights:
- Corey Bryant talks about how the Buckwild Hunting Club started and expanded.
- What issues has the hunting club faced?
- Who taught Corey about hunting?
- What is the Quality Deer Management like in Sparta, Georgia?
- What does the club’s membership look like these days?
- What is the size of the primary area of the Buckwild Hunting Club and do they divide up the area for members?
- What is Corey Bryant’s hunting style?
- Corey Bryant shares a personal story about a ground blind experience.
- What types of bows does Corey use for hunting and competing?
- What is easier for hunting, Georgia or in the MidWest?
- Doe the Buckwild Hunting Club keep track of hunting records?
- In 2008, Corey Bryant’s father passed away and it had a strong impact on the club.
- There is a rich history of black hunting clubs.
3 Key Points:
- Corey Bryant’s father started the Buckwild Hunting Club 37 years ago with four other gentlemen.
- You are out there hunting for fun. The deer is out there for their life.
- The Buckwild Hunting Club gives out a trophy for the biggest buck killed on opening day and a trophy for the biggest buck killed all year.
Tweetable Quotes:
- “You have to know natural foods. You have to know what the deer are doing at certain times of days. You have to know what they are eating at certain times of years. You have to know what sign to look for.” – Corey Bryant
- “We are 30 members strong and we have just a little under 2400 acres.” – Corey Bryant
- “For hunting I’m shooting a Mathews Halon 5. And for tournaments I got a Mathews TRX 38.” – Corey Bryant
Resources Mentioned:
- The Bryant Land Country Podcast: bryantlandcountry.com
- Follow Bryant Land on social media: Linkedin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
- Buckwild Hunting Club: Facebook
Sunday Oct 20, 2019
Cooking with Chef Johnson
Sunday Oct 20, 2019
Sunday Oct 20, 2019
AB3, Host of The Bryant Land Country Podcast, talks to Chef Aaron Johnson, Sous-Chef at the Summit Hotel in Cincinnati, Ohio. Chef Johnson discusses his career experiences that include playing football, being a sous-chef, making his own apple smoked turkey sausage, making seasonings, the differences between dry aging and wet aging, and what to look out for when buying meat in the store.
Episode Highlights:
- AB3 talks about college football.
- AB3 introduces Chef Aaron Johnson.
- What is Chef Johnson’s best dish?
- Where is Chef Johnson from and where has he studied?
- Where does his cooking influence come from?
- What was Chef Johnson’s experience like playing football?
- He talks about being a father and playing college football.
- Where is he now as far as cooking?
- What is Chef Johnson’s turkey sausage-making process?
- What types of seasoning does he put on his sausage?
- How does he prepare a turkey?
- What is the biggest difference between wild game versus grocery-store-related?
- What does grain finished mean?
- How does Chef Johnson handle the wild game?
- How did he grow up hunting?
- What is his favorite type of hunting?
- Where does he travel for hunting and fishing?
- What is his weapon of choice?
- What is the next big thing he has going on?
3 Key Points:
- Chef Johnson hunts for turkey and makes apple smoked turkey sausage and does everything himself.
- For seasoning, grow your fresh herbs or buy them from a farmer’s market, dehydrate them, then grind them up yourself.
- Dry aging is done in your freezer or a cooler.
Tweetable Quotes:
- “I am the favored sous-chef at the premier wedding destination in Ohio, the Summit Hotel. That is in Cincinnati, Ohio.” – Chef Johnson
- (Buying meat) “If I do have to go that route, I’m going to see if there is a form that offers what I am looking for first. Just ask your basic questions. Are they fed with any antibiotics? Are they grass-fed or grass-finished?” – Chef Johnson
- “Turkey comes in before the dove season. I look forward to turkey.” – Chef Johnson
Resources Mentioned:
- The Bryant Land Country Podcast
- Follow Bryant Land on social media: Linkedin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
- Chef Johnson’s Instagram
Monday Oct 14, 2019
Return of Cliff Cadet from Urban Archery NYC
Monday Oct 14, 2019
Monday Oct 14, 2019
AB3, Host of The Bryant Land Country Podcast, talks to Cliff Cadet, Founder of Urban Archery NYC, from Queens, New York. Cliff returns after appearing on episode 13 of The Bryant Land Country Podcast, discussing a recent hunting trip with his cousin, shooting videos, valuable tips he has learned along the way, and building up his brand Urban Archery NYC.
Episode Highlights:
- AB3 answers questions from listeners.
- AB3 introduces Cliff Cadet from Urban Archery NYC.
- Cliff Cadet talks about shooting videos.
- Cliff discusses cautiously using a climber.
- What was Cliff's experience like doe hunting with his cousin?
- How was his cousin doing when things got frustrating?
- When is the best time to come down from your morning sit in the forest?
- When is the next time Cliff is going back hunting?
- What are things Cliff has recently learned about hunting?
- Failure is just a stepping stone.
- How has Cliff Cadet been building up his brand Urban Archery NYC?
- What changes would Cliff Cadet like to see happen in the hunting industry?
- What has one of the greatest things that Cliff has experienced since joining the hunting community?
3 Key Points:
- Squirrels may be little by they can make a big noise when you are hunting.
- Move with the purpose to avoid rustling leaves and so you can move in the right direction while hunting.
- A bad day in the woods is better than a good day at work.
Tweetable Quotes:
- “The rain coming down like it did, moistened up the leaves, so it wasn’t like it was for me like a week or so ago when I was walking through that same property and the leaves were crunching like Doritos.” – AB3
- “If you are not doing an all-day sit. If you are doing a morning and afternoon sit, the best time to come down from your morning sit is to wait for the forest to settle down.” – Cliff Cadet
- “Truth be told, in New York State, you can only hunt until sunset. If I am correct, some cities and states...you can start as early as 30 minutes before sunrise and as late as 30 minutes after sunset.” – Cliff Cadet
Resources Mentioned:
- The Bryant Land Country Podcast: bryantlandcountrypodcast.podbean.com
- Follow Bryant Land on social media: Linkedin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
Monday Oct 07, 2019
JA Caldwell
Monday Oct 07, 2019
Monday Oct 07, 2019
AB3, Host of The Bryant Land Country Podcast, interviews JA Caldwell, landscaper by trade, that AB3 calls ‘one of the most underrated deer hunters in the state of South Carolina.’ JA Caldwell talks about the mix of his landscaping business, comedy and deer hunting, using tree stands, and what resources he prefers to use for deer hunting.
Episode Highlights:
- AB3 talks about some health challenges he has recently faced.
- AB3 introduces JA Caldwell, a South Carolina-based deer hunter.
- AB3 talks about his landscaping work.
- Does landscaping help with deer hunting?
- What is JA’s experience climbing for deer hunting?
- What are JA’s preferences with positioning himself when hunting deer?
- What type of climber does AB3 use?
- What is the Tree Lounge Tree Stand?
- What happened to the company that sells the Tree Lounge Tree Stand?
- Is JA Caldwell a crossbow or a compound guy?
- AB3 talks about the Facebook hunting groups he is in.
- JA Caldwell discusses the areas where he goes doe hunting.
- What is JA’s hunting strategies?
- What is JA’s take on using golf carts for hunting?
- How did JA get involved in hunting?
- Adam is the most excited for this upcoming deer season that he has ever had.
- JA has not been into duck hunting?
- How has JA’s turkey season been?
- What type of rifles does JA Caldwell use?
- Does JA still do comedy?
- How was JA’s trip like in Aruba?
3 Key Points:
- Be more purposeful with your resources to get the results you want.
- When JA Caldwell hunts in a blind, it gets darker quicker, so he would rather hunt in the morning or afternoon to take advantage of the daylight.
- Corn and supplemental feed will keep a nice population of does around your property.
Tweetable Quotes:
- “Go to the doctor. Get your tests. Get your screenings. Whatever the case may be. Cholesterol, blood pressure, whatever. Make sure you get your cancer screenings done. Guys just go. Preventative care is the best care.” – Adam Bryant III
- “You can never put enough lime in your plot.” – JA Caldwell
- “Laurens County is known for having some of the bigger deer in South Carolina.” – Adam Bryant III
Resources Mentioned:
- The Bryant Land Country Podcast: bryantlandcountrypodcast.podbean.com
- Follow Bryant Land on social media: Linkedin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
- JA Caldwell: Instagram