{"podcast":{"title":"Nine Finger Chronicles - Deer Hunting Podcast","slug":"nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast-206111","podcast_index_feed_id":206111,"rss_url":"https://feeds.redcircle.com/dd85db3a-9530-43e2-8a97-4a75d8750ca6","website_url":"https://redcircle.com/shows/nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast","image_url":"https://media.redcircle.com/images/2026/2/20/17/eb9c44f1-3d85-4c2e-a062-71d9dae48abf_ninefinger-gold.jpg","author":"Dan Johnson, Sportsmen's Empire","episode_count":1076,"summary":"Going strong for over a decade with real relatable podcasts, The Nine Finger Chronicles covers in-depth hunting strategy, individual hunter profiles, hunting success stories, and current events surrounding hunting rules, regulations and conservation practices. Host Dan Johnson is a passionate sportsman whose year revolves around the outdoors, his crazy family, and his overall love for Mother Nature. This podcast is brought to you by the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T20:19:20.882648+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast-206111"},"episode":{"title":"From The Woods To The Stage with Rafe Carlson","slug":"from-the-woods-to-the-stage-with-rafe-carlson","published_at":"2026-05-29T09:00:53+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast-206111/from-the-woods-to-the-stage-with-rafe-carlson","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast-206111","url":"https://sportsmensempire.com/network/nine-finger-chronicles","audio_url":"https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/6821ce6f-474e-41d4-a557-651a60558705/stream.mp3","summary":"Most musicians chase Nashville dreams; Rafe Carlson built his from the ground up in Minnesota—playing small-town clubs, fending off industry pressures, and still making his unique Northwoods sound. In this unforgettable episode, Rafe shares the raw, unfiltered journey of quitting his day job and turning a leap of faith into a full-time career. From tiny gigs tipping $50 to festival stages supporting Jake Owen, he reveals the behind-the-scenes struggles and the defining moments that kept him going—like the night he played on Lake Superior's pier with tips in a milk jug and realized this was the real beginning. You'll discover:How a no-connection beginner from Hermantown broke into Nashville’s industry with nothing but grit and a plan The power of authenticity—creating music rooted in outdoor life, northern Minnesota, and honest stories that resonate, even when blending rock with country The ups and downs of chasing big dreams in a volatile industry, and the resilience required to keep pushing forward Why traditional industry expectations are evolving, and how niche sounds from the Northwoods can carve their own space in mainstream country and rock The importance of family traditions and outdoor pursuits—hunting, fishing, and disconnecting—to fuel creative inspiration and keep grounded amidst chaos Perfect for aspiring artists, outdoor enthusiasts, or anyone feeling the urge to chase a passion against the odds, this episode offers real lessons, candid stories, and a reminder that staying true to yourself is the ultimate success. Join Rafe as he gears up for his album release, shares wild stories from the road, and highlights what it truly takes to make it from the woods to the big stage—authentically, passionately, and on your own terms. Rafe Carlson is a Nashville-inspi…","meta_description":"Most musicians chase Nashville dreams; Rafe Carlson built his from the ground up in Minnesota—playing small-town clubs, fending off industry pressures, an…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3389,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast-206111/episodes/from-the-woods-to-the-stage-with-rafe-carlson/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nine-finger-chronicles-deer-hunting-podcast-206111/from-the-woods-to-the-stage-with-rafe-carlson.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}