No beating around the bush in this episode. Forrest Carpenter & Kile Jones join the Squadcast to get straight to the point in addressing the most common questions we receive on a daily basis. Do flocked decoys really make a difference? How much flocking do I need in my spread? What's the deal with the black and whites? Can you mix silhouettes and full bodies? We hope by addressing these topics in depth you will be more confident and successful next time you hit the field!

In the past, the main issue from our Canadian customers has been duties and brokerage fees attached to their orders once received by customs. We have always wanted a distribution center north of the border, but we had to be sure we found the perfect man for the job. After just a few conversations with Ben Commodore, we knew he had the drive, attitude, and experience to run Dive Bomb Canada with the same efficiency and attention to detail as HQ in St. Louis. In this episode, you'll learn more...

Keeping things in order while managing work and 3 young kids while your husband stays on the road over half the year is a tall task for any woman. In this episode, we sat down with Kelli Tolliver to find out how she maintains a healthy relationship and family under this ever-changing household structure. She also gives advice on how to support your significant other while they are chasing their dreams, what to look for in a new relationship, as well as her likes and dislikes of this unusual...

Bluestem Waterfowl has rapidly become an outfitter that everyone is keeping an eye on due to their consistent success day in and day out. In this episode we learn what prompted Arkansas native Michael Spain to leave the bucket list destination of his stomping grounds for North-Central Oklahoma. Michael also talks about what it takes to run a successful waterfowl outfit, expectations for the upcoming season, and his take on roost hunting. You'll also learn about an unusual routine he has...

As the best time of year gets closer, we have aggressively been expanding our already impressive line of products to meet customer demands in preparation for the upcoming waterfowl season. There has been a lot of talk about products that are on the way, and the boss Cody Stokes is here to reveal what's talk and what's truth. What's the scoop on the vertical field blind and when will they hit the market? Will Dive Bomb be releasing a fully comprehensive line of technical gear? We also discuss...

Brothers, both very talented duck callers and World Champions- Cory the 2019 World Live Duck Champion and Jody the 2007 World Champion. In Episode 40 of the Dive Bomb Squadcast we learn their background and the events that led to their success through the contest calling circuit over the past 2 decades. What kind of competition is there between one another? How do they feel about their performance at SquadFest last month? Who do they consider their toughest competitors and what makes them the...

Now that we've had some time to reflect on the first ever SquadFest, Kile Jones & Cade Trickey join us in Episode 39 to break down the event in more detail while answering some questions that have been raised about the future of the event. How did we rate SquadFest as a whole? What kind of feedback have we gotten from the vendors and attendees? Will we need a larger venue next year? We also put Kile on the hotseat regarding the GOAT conversation before briefly discussing the upcoming...

Being the first ever Dive Bomb SquadFest, we had no idea what to expect going into this thing. It didn't take long for us to see all the hard work and preparation paid off as this event turned out to be an absolute grand slam. Please excuse the background noise as we ran this set LIVE right in the middle of the action!First, we were joined by World Champion Duck Caller and one of our contest judges for the weekend, Mr. Todd Copley to hear his thoughts on the event. Next, Rams QB Devlin "Duck"...

From their impressive compilation of media work with some of the top outfitters & guide services in the world, to their intriguing articles & waterfowl inspired recipes, Split Reed has rapidly become one of the leading hubs for all things waterfowl. Having a team with this many moving parts can be quite complicated; listen along as co-owner Duncan MacLeod joins us to talk about the early stages of Split Reed, to the team they have assembled to make this company grow so quickly. You...

With the growing influence of social media and the ability to establish oneself as a outdoor media professional, there has never been more hunters capturing waterfowl through the hunt with high quality equipment than we are seeing now. Erik Guggenheim has been heavily invested in waterfowl media for a long time and had a major impact on this explosion of turning waterfowlers not only into guides, but also talented media professionals through his influence at Ranger Creek in Haskell, Texas. We...

Since its establishment in 2017, FowlCo Outfitters has exploded on the scene with their impressive piles, beautiful accommodations, and strong social media presence. We caught up with owners Josh Teff, John David Blagg, and Aaron Seifritz to learn the origins of FowlCo and how this insanely successful operation came to be. We also discuss how they met, how they decided on the location, as well as the highs and lows of running a full service waterfowl outfit.

Migratory waterfowl possess an incredible ability to constantly adapt to the changing climate and environmental factors. Add in the fact that lower Mississippi Flyway mallards are receiving an unprecedented amount of hunting pressure, and the patterns of the "good old days" start to change. Dr. Osborne cites the driving factors behind these behavior changes and what their banding data is revealing about the mallard migration to the deep south. We also discuss hybrid ducks, band programs of...

If you are the owner of a waterfowl retriever, you do not want to miss this one! In Episode 33, we caught up with Marty Roberts, owner of Sporting Life Kennels to talk all-things gun dogs. We touch on several controversial topics such as breaking dogs, whining dogs, and the pros and cons of British & American Labradors. You will also learn the story of "Simba," the Dive Bomb dog that almost never was. Marty also shares steps you can take to help turn your dreams of a Rockstar gun dog into...

There is nothing wrong with being pretty, but there is a stigma attached to pretty girls and hunting that it’s mostly smoke and mirrors. In Episode 32, we caught up with Danielle Halverson to discuss some entertaining topics such as social media “huntresses” and thirsty dudes in the DM’s. You’ll also learn all about her background, how she supports her passion for traveling and hunting, and what it takes for genuine female hunters to separate themselves from the fakes.

June 11th – 12th, LIVE at Dive Bomb Headquarters in Maryland Heights, Missouri we are holding the first annual Dive Bomb SquadFest. While this festival is centered around calling contests that will amount to over $30,000 in prizes that includes cash, Dive Bomb prize packages, guided hunt packages, and calls from our vendors, this event is going to have something to offer for everyone in attendance - Great food & drinks, informative seminars, new products, call vendors, raffles, warehouse...

Nick Costas has been a huge contributor to the growth of Dive Bomb Industries with his go-getter mentality & hard work over the last few years. The thing is, at some point in our lives we are all faced with making difficult decisions regarding our future & the path we should take. Within the last year, Nick has had some doors open & opportunities arise to pursue personal growth in this industry. What's been cooking that ultimately led to making the decision to walk away from Dive...

We often hear about hunting accidents, but it's normally through the grapevine and not a firsthand account. After we learned of this story that led to the loss of a man's life, we wanted to have our friend Armando Vendittozzi on to share his account of this tragedy that occurred in an effort to help spread gun safety awareness. We know the gun safety speech can be repetitive whenever you are hunting every day, but all it takes is a split second for an accident to occur that can change the...

SmackEM Outdoors is a collection of four outdoorsmen based out of Fargo, North Dakota with a growing YouTube channel & social media presence. In Episode 28 we caught up with one of the founders, Collin Clarey, to talk about how they all met, how they got started, & what we can expect from SmackEm in the future. We also hit the rewind button to October 22 to re-live the epic 134 bird burner in the blizzard we enjoyed together. If you want to hear all the inside details on how this epic...

On Episode 27 of the Dive Bomb Squadcast we get personal with Joey Vassallo, owner of Midwest Flyways. Joey has worked hard to become advanced on a call & has many successful calling videos on YouTube. Have you ever wondered why he has not competed in contests & if he ever expects to change that? We also talk about out why Midwest Flyways was created, long term goals, & a little about their uncensored podcast. We hope you guys enjoy this casual, laid back conversation!

Staying engaged with a wildly popular YouTube channel & operating a brand new waterfowl outfit while still being present with the family must be pretty challenging, right? On Episode 26, we catch up with Bobby Guy over the phone while out scouting to talk about the good, the bad, & the ugly of running a outfit in Central Kansas. Listen to what drives Bobby to consistently put Sandhill Flyway clients on high caliber hunts while staying on top of the YouTube channel that helped him...

Face tattoos, ear plugs, vibrant sunglasses... Cadillac Creek Outfitters are different. Whether you love 'em or hate 'em, there is no denying they have grabbed the attention of waterfowl hunters all over the country. In Epsiode 25 we talk to Cadillac Creek front man Toby Brohlin about the end of his music career, the beginning of Cadillac Creek Outfitters, the inspiration behind their style, & how their hunting technique has changed since exclusively running Dive Bomb decoys!

School is in session! Episode 24 is an hour & 45 minutes of pure waterfowl knowledge. Seasoned waterfowlers Rusty Heron & Brett Hendricks sit down to discuss some of the most frequently asked questions that surround chasing big Canada geese: Flocked vs un-flocked? Spread size & shape? Socks? Flags? What to do if birds are flying over & showing no interest? We cover all of these topics & so much more, you don't want to miss this one!

There is no magic waterfowl 8-ball, but if we can share a little information from our experiences to help someone along the way, that's always the goal! On Episode 23 we sat down with our very own Forrest Carpenter & Kile Jones to answer some user submitted questions directly from our Facebook group "Dive Bomb Industries Forum & Fan Page." How do you identify a good field for running traffic? How do you determine if you should setup for a front shoot or side shoot? What happened with...

Imagine being so good at something you are forced to retire at just 20 years old. After being the youngest caller ever to win the Senior World Goose Calling Championship at just 16 years old in 2003, his 2nd title two years later, & his 3rd title two years after that, Hunter Grounds was no longer allowed to compete in the World Goose Calling Championship. Episode 22 takes us back in time to the prime of Hunter‘s competition calling career & what he’d like to accomplish to cement his...