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#2426 - Cameron Hanes & Adam Greentree

The Joe Rogan Experience

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Cameron Hanes is a master bowhunter, outdoorsman, elite athlete, author, and a host of the podcasts “Keep Hammering Collective," "Sh*t Talkers Weekly," and "Lift. Run. Shoot." His most recent book is "Undeniable: How to Reach the Top and Stay There." www....

Highlights

In this compelling conversation, two seasoned bowhunters delve into the raw realities of predator behavior, wildlife management, and the profound personal transformations shaped by life in the wild. Far from romanticized views of nature, they confront the brutal balance between survival and conservation, while exploring how hardship fosters resilience and meaning.
06:15
Regulated lion hunting in Colorado funds conservation efforts.
13:11
Mountain lions in the Bay Area have a 50% pet-based diet.
15:34
Some mountain lion killings in California are conducted by ranchers under official permits.
28:07
Taylor finished second in the Arizona Monster 300-mile race in 88 hours
32:43
Animals see humans as prey, not companions.
37:30
A camera captured 16 mountain lions at Tohono Ranch in California.
39:43
Hunting brings money into conservation and utilizes the meat.
46:28
Shark bans lead to rise in fatal attacks and fish theft from lines
49:00
An intelligent man has lived in the Arctic Circle since the 1970s, finding fulfillment in hunting and fishing
51:39
Primitive lifestyles may have protected against depression due to constant connection with nature.
57:13
Suffering meaningfully can be a source of happiness.
1:04:34
It was the pinnacle of life, something not everyone could do.
1:12:25
The happiness from hunting a bull alone surpasses winning a championship fight.
1:19:18
The elk's bugle sounds like a demon's scream, evoking fear or confusion in the uninitiated
1:21:57
Even those who start hunting in their 40s can find success through persistence and modern physical optimization
1:29:32
Shooting into the sun is a necessary skill that must be practiced, not avoided.
1:31:46
Animals around big predators are tough, clog wounds quickly, and bleed less.
1:33:57
A peaceful death in hunting is believed to improve meat taste.
1:38:29
Jilly Roll's transformation shows that anyone can achieve their goals.
1:43:27
Reframing a walk as a run marks the beginning of lasting change
1:46:01
People with Ph.D.s aren't necessarily smart; emotional maturity and responsibility matter more.
2:24:32
Thermal optics make hunting too easy and undermine the skill and challenge of the sport.

Chapters

What happens when a mountain lion kills a cow—and why it changes everything
00:00
How predators shape ecosystems—and why we can’t afford to ignore them
05:02
Why Japan’s bear crisis mirrors California’s mountain lion problem
10:20
How many mountain lions really die each year in California?
15:34
Why hunting rules vary so drastically from state to state
21:09
A hiker’s terrifying encounter near Los Angeles—and what it reveals about fear
30:06
Why hunting lions is harder than anything else in the wild
35:16
Can we teach city voters the truth about wildlife management?
39:43
What happens when you can’t use dogs to hunt lions and bears?
44:09
Are shark attacks increasing—or are we just more afraid?
49:00
Does living in the wild protect your mental health?
51:39
Is suffering necessary for real happiness?
57:13
How carrying hundreds of pounds of meat builds brotherhood
1:01:52
What Israel Adesanya’s fight victory teaches us about hunting
1:07:12
Why no bowhunter will ever be perfect
1:16:58
Can you stay elite in the wild as you age?
1:21:57
What one missed sable shot taught about confidence and light
1:29:32
Why some animals don’t go down easily—even with a clean hit
1:31:46
Does a calm death mean better-tasting meat?
1:33:57
From 540 pounds to bowhunting: how one man changed his life
1:36:13
How Jelly Roll went from prison to becoming a beacon of hope
1:41:01
Is wisdom something you learn—or something you live?
1:46:01
How being a father shapes who you are in the wild and at home
1:51:34

Transcript

Joe Rogan: The Joe Rogan Experience. Cameron Hanes: Train by day, Joe Rogan podcast by night, all day. We're live? We're live. Adam Greentree: Gentlemen, what's happening? Cameron Hanes: What is going on? Good to see you. Joe Rogan: Good to see you guy...