Episode #286
Ep. 286 "Building a Bigger Table" with Sam Thrash
The outdoor industry is growing faster than ever. More creators, influencers, podcasts, brands, and voices are entering the space every day. And while that growth is exciting, it also raises an important question: What kind of industry are we building? In this solo episode of Fall Obsession Podcast , Sam takes a look at the two very different sides of the outdoor industry. On one side are the people who believe in community—those who celebrate others, share opportunities, support smaller creators, build relationships, and genuinely want to see the people around them succeed. On the other are those who view everything through a transactional lens, constantly asking, “What can you do for me?” This isn't about calling out specific people or brands. It's about culture, character, and the kind of outdoor community we want to create. Follower counts, sponsorships, and reach don't tell the whole story. True influence isn't always measured in numbers—sometimes it's measured by the people you encourage, the opportunities you create, and the lives you impact. The outdoors has always been bigger than one person. It's about sharing experiences, passing down traditions, helping one another, and bringing people together. Because there should always be room for another person at the table—and maybe it's time we start making the table bigger. Fall Obsession Podcast is sponsored by: Hoot Camo Company ( https://hootcamo.com/ ) - use code "fallobsession15" to save with Hoot Bear River Archery ( https://www.bearriverarchery.com/ ) - use code "fallobsession" when shopping online with Bear River Tactacam Reveal Cameras ( https://www.tactacam.com/ ) The Outdoor Call Radio App ( https://www.theoutdoorcallradio.com/ )
