I'M BACK | EP 1

Great video, Phil - always appreciate the insights that you bring. Keep up the good work!

Nice to see you back on the mic, that’s really good. As far as podcast topics, TRAUMA might be a good “off-rifle”topic. Childhood, business, life brings all sorts of valleys and maybe you can touch on that if you have any life experiences in that area it might be interesting

you do not ever wake up and regret MEPs? =O I will never forget that place. Humor aside - Best wishes. Congratulations on the baby. Keep at it. Good thing you got custody. Glad for you. That can be rough.

Been a huge fan of your work since TES. My “this dude is the real deal” moment was when you offered those NATIONAL GUARDIANS time on your podcast and took their win seriously. That is probably the epitome of dropping the gates and building trust with the rest of us normies. Can’t wait until the wife and I finish these student loans so I can get behind a gun for real for real.

Glad your hiatus worked for you. If you feel the burnout again, just produce at whatever rate keeps you around! I speak for us all!

Yeahhhh! Congrats on the baby boy news! That’s awesome.

It seems like you’re doing some serious evaluation of life. It’s cool to see you searching. What about religion? What is your stance on God? Do you have a religion?

Emanuel -God with us

Your family is or was a family of believers in Christ

I would hope you know Him. But it is even more important that He knows you.

Jesus is King

Hey, Phillip! Long time no see! nice to Catch Up with You Again dude.

Your content is A+, I've learnt so much and have improved a huge amount because of you. Thanks and keep it up. PS. i dont comment much but yours was needed. Cheers Aaron

Welcome back, Phil from the Casual Shooters Podcast.

Thank you welcome back sir

Good to see you talking and commenting, Phil.

Phillip, I really enjoyed learning from you through the six part BotW series and now plan to tag along on this journey. As a father and grandfather, I'm so proud of you for making the tough life choices to be with your daughter. I can say from experience that when you are old, the time you spend with your children will be a lot more valuable to you than all the trophies you've collected or even the money you've earned and one of my greatest joys has been seeing the world all fresh and new through the eyes of the little ones, like my grandsons. Enjoy the ride!

Mahalo for the quick Bio always watch your footage. I live AK but from HI and new to prs awesome community wish I started earlier. Welcome back brah!

I am new to your channel and I enjoy your content and your adventures. I would like to see some favorite recipes, maybe a cooking demo, for spicing up wild game. Also, go over the actual financial commitment and time involved in recording hunts or range events for viewers who are interested in that. Good and proper equipment aren't cheap and neither is the software. Great audio is essential. The financial commitment and time needed to shoot well could be another series. I learned the fundamentals at an Appleseed Project event. May be a good starting place for the others. I'm happy for you, taking the step into learning cinematography. Also, if you do any off-road pursuits, would love to see some quick tips on outfitting your transport for hunting, first aid EDC, etc. Finally, you live in some beautiful country up there. Don't skimp on the mountain scenery. Those of us who live in other areas really enjoy seeing the wide, open spaces and snow-streaked mountains. I will check out the BOTW. God bless you and your family as you grow and learn together.

Great to see you back.

How you found the love for videography and photography

It's good to see you back Phil. I've been following your content for years and really digging all of it. I have to say that your sister's advice was/is spot on and it's something I try to convey to others. For the simple reason that as someone who is 30+ years into his career and someone who realized 20+ years ago that I should have changed tactics 5 years into my career, I know the weight and toll of doing something you regret doing and continuing in a field you don't want to be in. It's to late for me, but if I can directly or indirectly help anyone to get on a better life path and a more fulfilling career, then I consider myself blessed to have been of use and help to my fellow man.

Thank you for coming back! Perfect timing as I’m about to begin teaching my youngest son how to hunt this season!
I do have a question and seeing as that you’re a family guy and have gone through some stuff it seems fit to ask you. I worked finance/office jobs for about a decade and was raising my 3 kids alone back then as well. Around the time Covid hit, I began to get into fire/law enforcement/emergency management. I started out in fire as a firefighter and volunteered with my local EM before going on to become a LEO at a local college. I worked my way up to be a federal law enforcement officer and was sent to the USMC Police Academy at FLW. I loved the challenges and the pressure and I loved helping people but unfortunately had to back out for a bit due to some well just say trauma.. I went on to volunteer with another fire department and became a coroner and then one day I came home and my son asked me, “If you die, who would take care of me?” To which I could not name anyone. At this point I decided to back out of the first responder world and focus on him, my other two and fixing some other issues from past trauma.
It’s been two years now and I’ve been through a few jobs that just didn’t seem to “fit “ it’s like I don’t feel like I have a purpose anymore because I’m not doing what I love but I am timid to go back into it because of my lack of support at home and God forbid something happen and I would have to leave him in this world alone. How did you decide when enough was enough of the running and gunning and how did you find purpose or the ability to sit at a desk again when you know you’re meant for more? I feel like it’s a catch 22 either way because if I settle for another desk job my kids are also seeing me “give up” on myself (or at least that’s how I feel) and I know if I go back to doing what I love that I’m going to miss out on so much of their lives and that’s time I won’t get back. I know in some states there is no age limit so I have time to back down and stay focused on them before returning later on. I want to do this and I keep getting good job offers for desk jobs but something inside me just keeps wanting more. Did you ever go through this? If so, how do you shut it off, at least for a few more years?

Congrats on your new path and excited to see what's to come. I found you through trying to learn about precision shooting but became a fan because of your calm, humble and authentic demeanor.

I don't know who the fuck you are to be fair.

Welcome

Yesssss

Hey Philip, thanks for sharing where your at in life. You are top of my list when it comes to rifle development skills. I live in N. Ireland, I'm 67yrs old. I'm in a very progressive gun club shooting with guys like yourself. I've learned so much from them and they pointed me to you.
Phil, while I'm a tradesman in joinery & other areas, I worked in outdoor education for years. A coach at advanced levels for 40yrs. I took responsibility & the job to seriously, I burned 🔥 out big time. It was so bad I had to retire in 2017. My brain will never fully recover due to the stress & anxiety caused by not being able to let the job go. Shooting has become my place of peace and contentment. I tell you thus because I know burn out & work removed me from family. My illness, while it took me to hell & mostly back, it has been a gift. I have a relationship with my wife & 3 adult kids that I never had before. Keep your face in the gun, but make sure most of what you do is for your needs first. You ever want to come to Ireland, bring your family and you can stay here with us. Take care, God bless, Hugo Dale

Congratulations on the new little boy on the way man

Good to see you back man. Gotta put family and yourself first always. I think we all struggle with that from time to time. Can't wait to see where this goes

My man!! Stoked for this brother, look forward to the episodes! 🤙🏻🔥

Love to see this man. Just going at it. I am also trying to figure some things out. I've been a police officer for over 6 years and I'm just tired of it. Definitely not even close to what I thought it was. I want something more rewarding. I want to actually feel like I'm helping people and giving back.

I wouldn't mind doing some podcast stuff. But there's a ton to learn that is - unpodcast related to put it all together. Not really sure on it. Kind of struggling for ideas.

Keep it up tho man! Can't wait to see more of you.

Excited to see what you end up doing and how you run on your own man!

Congratulations on the baby!

Happy to see you doing what’s best for you and yours.

Great to see you back, love the honesty!

Good shit brother!⚡⚡

Let's talk hunting. I love big game hunting, but also love bird hunting. Have you tried bird hunting? I have a 33 year-old son who lives South of Jackson, WY. He's always looking for someone to shoot and hunt with.

So good to have you back in the mix!

Welcome back

Let's see some more with Pat Ginder, he's a beauty.

Welcome back Phil! Would love to hear your experience with work/ family balance after the military as you have transitioned to civilian life. As a father to 3 young kids it’s hard to balance work/ training and family! Would love to hear your experience in this area!

Heck yeah! Phil is back!!
Bro... I have to say, your content is among some of my absolute favorite to watch. Your tone and tamber— your down-to-earthness, it's absolutely enjoyable to watch. This may sound odd, but when having a bad day, or feeling stressed — I sometimes watch one of your videos and it brings calm to my soul, lol.
As well as the good instruction and tips on the art of precision shooting, your videos are also therapeutic for me, ha. Thank you for your hard work. Hope to train with you someday. So glad you're settling in to your new venture post-MDS, and finding your groove. Looking forward to what the future holds for you. Cheers 👌

Welcome back!

Missed you, thanks for getting me in on Tikka

I think that some of things you want to cover can also be incorporated into a podcast episode, perhaps as a segment, rather than always dedicated episodes to it. Happy with any of it though! One thing that comes to my mind on the life subject. How are you approaching raising your daughter to help her avoid some of the mistakes and/or bad choices you made when younger or even just witnessed being younger? How are you looking to be an example to her to be the kind of model of someone who is committed, and decrease likelihood of her having to get divorced (assuming she marries, etc)? The latter isn’t always avoidable, but also I’d say is never the ideal situation because it is ultimately wasn’t the desire when a couple got together. With long rage shooting, there are fundamentals, what do you see as those for parenting?

I had a "cody high school Broncos" sticker on my top dresser drawer all growing up.

I lived in central WI. I think it was a gift from my aunt who lived there. Many years later, I moved to Cheyenne and fell in love with WY.

Welcome back Phil
Mindset and business sense but cool to see what you do.
Came from MDS and followed for you for awhile.

Awesome!

Your film style set you apart in the shooting world, always like showing new shooters your stuff to just give them better visual of what we do (even if you don't answer IG messages, lol). Excited to see where your road leads, would love to see stuff on how you set up "shots" on camera, gear, etc.

Bienvenido Big Dawg. Much love on Filipino:) Fyi: Best Siopao in L.A, @ Mami King Restaurant!

Glad you have “returned.” Looking forward to watching the voyage. Thanks for sharing.