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This week on the Midwest Flyways Podcast, the guys sit down with outdoor photographer, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and Chasing Passion Magazine founder Josh Bodkin.

Born in England, raised in Minnesota, and now calling Florida home, Josh shares his incredible journey from fishing guide to full-time creative, building Solar Wave Media, documenting adventures around the world, and creating a life centered around purpose rather than paychecks.

The conversation dives deep into entrepreneurship, storytelling, fatherhood, and what it really means to chase a passion. Josh opens up about the challenges of running a creative business, why learning to say "no" became one of the most important lessons of his career, and how becoming a father completely changed his perspective on success.

The crew also explores the connection between hunting, fishing, conservation, and storytelling. From Florida's red tide crisis and Everglades restoration efforts to Minnesota wetlands and waterfowl habitat, the conversation highlights how some of the strongest advocates for conservation are often the people who spend the most time outdoors.

Whether you're building a business, pursuing a passion project, or simply trying to create a more meaningful life, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and perspective from someone who has spent years documenting people who live life to the fullest.

Topics Covered:

Josh Bodkin's journey from Florida fishing guide to media entrepreneur
Building Solar Wave Media and Chasing Passion Magazine
Entrepreneurship and the realities of creative work
The power of saying "no"
Fatherhood and redefining success
Adventure, storytelling, and outdoor culture
Conservation through hunting and fishing
Florida red tide and Everglades restoration
Why outdoor enthusiasts are often conservationists first
Living a life driven by curiosity and purpose

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