Episodes
Another week, another hostile take-over of the fowl front podcast. This time 3 other podcasts and 6 youtube channels joined in... Don't worry... 2021 is going to be a new... better year folks. This week on the Fowl Front the boys sit down and talk with the Flyways Collective about Goose Hunting in Kansas. Josh from Outdoor Limits Titus from Mid Valley Mercenaries Elliott from Freelance Duck Hunting Jordan from Duck Gun Chronicles Topics Discussed: The Cajun Crunch will give you the 'Rona,...
Published 12/22/20
Topics Discussed Season Updates, Why Ben's a terrible waterfowl hunter, Thomas's disfigurement, Matt's bed bugs, Alex's terrible packing skills, A goose that knocked Thomas out, How much everyone weighs, Remote baggage delivery services by plane, sleeping in Kodiak with no sleeping bag, 5 yards from death and not understanding it, How you get a dozen and half decoys into the back-country, how to retrieve ducks, when to quit & we talk about Sitka...well one of the cohosts does and much...
Published 11/13/20
Thomas and Matt neglected to send me show notes... so.... here ya go.
Published 08/07/20
This week we sit down and talk with two/thirds of the "Your Mountain Podcast" in Dave Willms and Nephi Cole to talk about the Great American Outdoors Act. You're probably pretty tired of hearing about this, and may think it's a moot point, but we cover some ground here to understand what the GAOA/LWCF really is and how its going to affect our future. We also talk about a bunch of dumb stuff too...maybe even some waterfowl hunting.
Published 08/03/20
Welcome to the Fowl Front. This week, hosts Matt, Ben, Alex & Thomas get into the weeds on summer projects and left to do's before the season. Talking Points -Summer Updates -Pre Season Project Breakdowns -Public Land Blues -"Cut the Red Wire" -Matt Ruins the Show -Ben Quits -Rocket Ships -Boat Projects Continued... -Tree Saddles -Snake Fish -Upcoming Season Plans -Can Duck Hunters Be Deer Hunters? As always, we encourage you to hit us up about what you want to hear!
Published 07/27/20
This week the crew talks about Flocking... does it help? Does it matter? We cover it all and much more.
Published 07/13/20
Welcome Back to the Fowl Front Waterfowl Podcast... it's been a while and we have a TON of content coming out in the future as well as some new voices on the show. We wanted to make sure you got introduced to them during this "Nothing Entertaining" podcast... however... we have some great topic based conversations coming up, some serious, some light, some scientific, some social and all of it Important. Topics Discussed: Where we've been, The worst thing you've done to someone on public...
Published 07/03/20
Dave Willms, Co-Host of the "Your Mountain" Podcast sits down and we talk Policy, Flash Floods, Burning Feces and why he won't let his Co-Host hunt his Goose Lease with him anymore...we end up covering the good, the bad and the ugly of policy affecting Wild People today. The Your Mountain Podcast happens to be one of my Favorite Podcasts and is both entertaining and educational... I was very excited to have Dave on the show and hope that you will all go check out the "Your Mountain Podcast"...
Published 04/05/20
This week Ben & Alex sit down and talk about how the season turned out and some lessons learned, gear used and some of the highlights of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/06/20
This week Alex discusses the history, development, and operation of duck boats, specifically mud-boats with none other than the founder of Go-Devil, Warren Coco. We take a deep dive into how they were developed as well as tips and tricks for operating them and why you may want to consider adding one of these capable machines to your arsenal of duck equipment. www.godevil.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 01/20/20
In this episode we tackle getting started in hunting waterfowl. Ben and Alex talk with certified beginner turned intermediate (after his first serious season) Scott Gibson to address the concerns we all faced if we weren't born into waterfowling. Packed full of tips and tricks regarding: What Gear to start with Mentorship Ben's Senior Year Hurdling Being a good mentor Locations Spousal integration to the addiction (or tolerance of it) Regrettable expenses Facebook resources A brief word on...
Published 01/13/20
The Gist: This week hosts Ben & Alex discuss their thoughts on concealment and some tips, tricks and tactics they have picked up in the last several years. Topics Discussed: Recording from Bathrooms Bare Shore Hunting Agreeing to Disagree Shooting Ducks out of a Car Does what you wear matter? Duxedo's Turkeys & Tires Flannel Rattle Can Rescue Stickin' IT in the Mud Paint Jobs DIY Blinds You got some paint on your face... Vest Life is the Best Life Bucket Sitters Icky Mud Alex's...
Published 01/06/20
The Gist: This week host Ben Paige sits down with MeatEater's Fishing Editor Sam Lungren who's not only a big time fish guy but an avid waterfowl hunter and has a couple thoughts on Chili, Goose Hunting, Duck Chasing, MeatEater & The Death(?) of Print Journalism. Topics Discussed: Montana Weather Diver Ducks The death of Print Journalism Reaching out to non hunters Hunters vs Anglers How I thought Ben Obrien lied to me (waterfowl content in season 8 of MeatEater) How Ben Obrien didn't...
Published 12/30/19
With more and more hunters having "smart devices" the number of resources now easily accessible to even the most "seasoned" hunters out there has sky-rocketed. Everything from weather to water levels and even the most basic of hunting questions such as "where are the ducks going to swing in?" can now be answered at your fingertips. Tune in this week as Ben and Alex cover their favorite hunting applications to make your hunt more efficient and productive as ever! Learn more about your ad...
Published 12/23/19
This week Ben and Alex discuss the migration report, J.C. Penny, Utah and Hunting with the other dad's from Daycare . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/20/19
This week, Ben, his Dad "Doc/Coach" and Friends Dave and Bryce head down to to Sky Panda Outdoors with Chad Dawson to hunt big geese over little water. They recap the hunt, and the memories made and what Bryce (a first year waterfowl hunter) gained from the experience. Head on over to https://www.skypandaoutdoors.com/ if you want to check out the operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/16/19
This week Ben & Alex discuss the cold front moving across the U.S. from West to East, the Hunting implications of that front and what podcasts they listened to while receiving reports from the listeners and Powderhook users. For your chance to win an entire case of Federal Premium Black Cloud head on over to the Powderhook app and submit your waterfowl report or harvest report today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/13/19
This week Alex and I talk run you through what you need to know for your first waterfowl hunt. You've been invited on a hunt... and someone sent you here or you're trying to get it all figured out before you head out!
Published 12/02/19
Alex and I sit down and discuss the impending snow storms ripping through the central flyway... the east coast and its promising forecasts and talk about the Powderhook User's Waterfowl Reports submitted this week... they also discuss how the lowest form of duck hunting are those that seek Spoonbills.... and... Venison Pinwheels for Thanksgiving.
Published 11/28/19
Talking to Jamison Thies the founder of Snows Down Low on how you can start preparing yourself for the conservation order...and how to extend your season without breaking the bank.
Published 11/26/19
Follow along as we talk, podcasts,s youtube and THE MIGRATION IS ON!
Published 11/22/19
When it all [actually] goes wrong. This week, Alex and I sit down and talk about how a small mindset change can set you up to have a safe and disaster free season. Too often we glaze over this topic and it doesn't surface until we've had a near death or have heard of someone else's tragedy. In this episode you'll find helpful techniques, principles and some actual tactics to stay safe out there.
Published 11/18/19
Ben, Scott and Bryce talk about their recent hunts and what content they took in from the outdoor world this week.
Published 11/15/19
This week I sit down and talk with my wife following her first real duck hunting experience and everything that we both learned and how you can benefit from our experience.
Published 11/11/19
This week I sit down and Talk with Land Tawney, President and CEO of Back Country Hunters and Anglers to talk about why Duck Hunters and BHA go hand in hand.
Published 10/28/19