Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this lively episode of The HOTWASH by Born Primitive Tactical, recorded live at the Western Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City inside the HUXWRX bootH, host Bruno Fallon gathers the Born Primitive Outdoor team—Aron Snyder, Dan Staton, and Kristy Titus—for a candid, unfiltered conversation blending humor, camaraderie, and industry insights. The group shares wild stories of playful brawls at trade shows, deep friendships forged through shared hardships, and the gritty realities of Western big-game hunting (backpack hunts, solo efforts, stock management, and mental toughness), while contrasting the brotherhood of the tactical world with the more competitive, pay-to-play dynamics of the outdoor industry. They emphasize authenticity, hard work, and integrity over shortcuts like faking content or unethical practices (including AI-generated photos and thermal cheating), critique the rise of inauthentic influencers, and discuss evolving media from print/TV to raw social content. The episode closes with appreciation for the team's ethos, upcoming Born Primitive product teases (like puffy pants, fleece, and the Near Zero barefoot boot), and a heartfelt nod to grit, respect, and rising together in a demanding field.
Follow Aron on Instagram at: instagram.com/aron_snyder/?hl=en
Follow Dan on Instagram at: instagram.com/elkshape
Follow Kristy on Instagram at: instagram.com/kristytitus/?hl=en
To check out our brand visit: bornprimitivetactical.com
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/bornprimitivetactical
Follow Born Primitive Outdoor on Instagram at: instagram.com/bornprimitiveoutdoor/?hl=en
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@BornPrimitiveTactical
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Self-Improvement
14:58 The Grit of Outdoor Adventures
30:01 Building Relationships in the Outdoor Industry
34:07 Evolution of the Outdoor Industry
38:09 The Impact of Social Media and Authenticity
46:47 The Ethics of Hunting and Fair Chase
51:05 Navigating the Outdoor Industry's Challenges
01:07:12 Hunting Regulations and Personal Experiences
01:11:53 Safety and Training in the Wilderness
01:15:44 The Role of Preparation in Hunting
01:19:05 Innovations in Hunting Gear
01:26:41 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
In this lively episode of The HOTWASH by Born Primitive Tactical, recorded live at the Western Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City inside the HUXWRX bootH, host Bruno Fallon gathers the Born Primitive Outdoor team—Aron Snyder, Dan Staton, and Kristy Titus—for a candid, unfiltered conversation blending humor, camaraderie, and industry insights. The group shares wild stories of playful brawls at trade shows, deep friendships forged through shared hardships, and the gritty realities of Western big-game hunting (backpack hunts, solo efforts, stock management, and mental toughness), while contrasting the brotherhood of the tactical world with the more competitive, pay-to-play dynamics of the outdoor industry. They emphasize authenticity, hard work, and integrity over shortcuts like faking content or unethical practices (including AI-generated photos and thermal cheating), critique the rise of inauthentic influencers, and discuss evolving media from print/TV to raw social content. The episode closes with appreciation for the team's ethos, upcoming Born Primitive product teases (like puffy pants, fleece, and the Near Zero barefoot boot), and a heartfelt nod to grit, respect, and rising together in a demanding field.
Follow Aron on Instagram at: instagram.com/aron_snyder/?hl=en
Follow Dan on Instagram at: instagram.com/elkshape
Follow Kristy on Instagram at: instagram.com/kristytitus/?hl=en
To check out our brand visit: bornprimitivetactical.com
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/bornprimitivetactical
Follow Born Primitive Outdoor on Instagram at: instagram.com/bornprimitiveoutdoor/?hl=en
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@BornPrimitiveTactical
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Self-Improvement
14:58 The Grit of Outdoor Adventures
30:01 Building Relationships in the Outdoor Industry
34:07 Evolution of the Outdoor Industry
38:09 The Impact of Social Media and Authenticity
46:47 The Ethics of Hunting and Fair Chase
51:05 Navigating the Outdoor Industry's Challenges
01:07:12 Hunting Regulations and Personal Experiences
01:11:53 Safety and Training in the Wilderness
01:15:44 The Role of Preparation in Hunting
01:19:05 Innovations in Hunting Gear
01:26:41 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
