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The Silvercore Podcast with Travis Bader

Travis Bader
Hunting
Mental Health
Resilience
Community
Trauma Recovery
CIA
Conservation
Community Support
African Hunting
Wildlife Conservation
Emotional Intelligence
Wellness
Mindset
Man Protect
Adventure
Elk Hunting
PTSD
Sustainable Hunting
Mental Resilience
Canada

The Silvercore Podcast explores the mindset and skills that build capable people. Host Travis Bader speaks with hunters, adventurers, soldiers, athletes, craftsmen, and founders about competence, integrity, and the pursuit of mastery, in the wild and in daily life. Hit follow and step into conversations that sharpen your edge.

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George Bumann can hear a coyote two miles away and tell you there's a wolf on

 the ridge. He's watched ravens rat out approaching eagles before they're visible. He's tracked a mountain lion by thinking like one until the birds around him started trea... more

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Torkel Norling does 200 to 300 wounded game recoveries a year. He gets called by Swedish police in the middle of the night to track traffic-hit wildlife, hunts brown bears and lynx with dogs he's bred himself, and just wrote the book on modern blood ... more

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Nathan James, known online as Sir Drifto, holds the world altitude record for the highest electric paramotor flight and has flown hundreds of miles in a vintage open cockpit biplane with his dad. He's also the kind of guy who once tried to fly a para... more

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Josh Botha showed up to his first precision rifle match with a blind-magazine .204 Ruger and no idea what he was doing. A decade later, he's a four-time Team Canada World Championship competitor, senior designer at MDT (Modular Driven Technologies), ... more

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George Bumann
Author of Eavesdropping on Animals; researcher on animal communication
Author, researcher
Episode: Ep. 184: The Secret Language of Animals: How to Hear What the Wild is Saying About You | George Bumann
Torkel Norling
Wounded-game tracking expert, author of Modern Blood Tracking
Author, Swedish tracking organizations
Episode: Ep. 183: Charged by a Brown Bear at 2 Meters - Torkel Norling on Tracking, Stress & the Never-Quit Mindset
Nathan James
Adventurer and pilot known as Sir Drifto; record-setting electric paramotor flyer
Episode: Ep. 182: "I Shouldn't Still Be Here" | Sir Drifto on Risk, Adventure & Knowing When to Stop
Josh Botha
Professional precision rifle shooter, MDT designer, and co-founder of North Star Precision Training
Modular Driven Technologies (MDT); North Star Precision Training; BC Precision Rifle League
Episode: Ep. 181: "The Old Version of Yourself Has to Die" | Josh Botha
Unnamed Guest
Co-host and participant in the Hot Wing Challenge
Episode: Ep. 179: Melt Your Face Off Hot Wing Challenge | The Wild Kitchen x Silvercore
Chris Butler
Use of force expert and host of The Trainer's Bullpen Podcast
The Trainer's Bullpen
Episode: Ep. 178: Why Training Fails Under Stress | Chris Butler on Perception, Video Evidence, and Use of Force
Sonny Smith
A veteran of the British Royal Marines and UK Special Forces, professional bare-knuckle boxer, and author of 'Man Protect.'
Episode: Ep. 177: SBS Special Forces Veteran on Violence, Awareness, and Self Protection
Kyle Lamb
Former Delta Force soldier known for his experience in the military and talks about family values.
Viking Tactics
Episode: Ep. 176: What Do You Want to Be Remembered For?
Amy Battams
Known for her humor and courage in addressing difficult topics.
Episode: Ep. 176: What Do You Want to Be Remembered For?

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Travis Bader
Host of The Silvercore Podcast with Travis Bader

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 248 ratings
  • Must Listen

    Always start my Tuesday mornings with The Silvercore Podcast. Each episode brings something new to the table and Travis is a fantastic host. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmilyKRose
    Canada5 months ago
  • Cam D

    If you’re into sport shooting, live the outdoors and that kinda lifestyle then this podcast is for you!!

    Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrkinker
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great talking points

    Just starting to get into it but great talking points

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laplante199
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Highly recommend a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luker4444
    Canada5 months ago
  • you need this podcast in your life

    Silvercore podcast is one of the must have podcasts for outdoor and shooting sports

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evil von Scary
    Canada6 months ago

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Canadian outdoor focus and safety-first approach resonate well with the audience.
High-quality guests and engaging storytelling are common positives.
Listeners praise practical, no-nonsense outdoor content.
Guests bring diverse, high-skill perspectives and actionable insights.

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#95
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#101
Sweden/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#204
Denmark/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#221
South Africa/Sports/Wilderness
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#226
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Ep. 184: The Secret Language of Animals: How to Hear What the Wild is Saying About You | George Bumann
Q: What is the single most important thing I can start doing right now to begin understanding the language of the animals around me?
Being quiet, sitting still, and listening is the foundational practice to start understanding animal languages.
Ep. 183: Charged by a Brown Bear at 2 Meters - Torkel Norling on Tracking, Stress & the Never-Quit Mindset
Q: How does stress management and mindset influence success in tracking wounded game?
Mental conditioning, vast experiential learning, and a never-quit attitude are pivotal; performers train to stay calm, visualize action steps, and use simple, repeatable processes to react optimally under threat.
Ep. 172: He Sold His House to Follow His Dream: Jesse Reardon’s Fishin' With Dad Story
Q: Right? You can only sabotage so many things in your life, right? Talk to me about that.
Jesse explains that the fear of failure and past doubts nearly stopped him, but ultimately he chose to push through, reframe 'imposter syndrome' as a driver to prove it to himself and others, and commit to building the Fishing With Dad Show despite the risks.
Ep. 179: Melt Your Face Off Hot Wing Challenge | The Wild Kitchen x Silvercore
Q: Why did you start The Wild Kitchen Podcast?
I think there's people that I wanted to talk to. And podcast gives me an opportunity to talk to these people and ask them questions.
Ep. 174: Inside the CIA: A Case Officer’s Untold Stories
Q: What have you learned about emotional intelligence and its significance in leadership?
Doug defined emotional intelligence as radical self-awareness combined with transparency leading to accountability, emphasizing that knowing oneself and being open to others is crucial for personal and leadership growth.

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The show centers on rugged excellence—combining outdoor skills, hunting, survival, military insight, and personal growth. Conversations frequently orbit safety, responsible gear use, ethical hunting, mental resilience, and how high-stakes training translates to daily life. Notable threads include real-world preparedness, leadership under pressure, and stories from extreme environments, along with guests who blend adventure with practical expertise. Its unique angle is a mix of Scandinavian precision in craft, Canadian outdoor culture, and veteran or elite-mlevel perspectives, which makes it appealing to listeners who want actionable advice, inspiration, and a grounded, safety-first approach to risk and mastery.

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1. George Bumann
2. Torkel Norling
3. Nathan James
4. Josh Botha
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7. Sonny Smith
8. Kyle Lamb

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