Best Flatlands Podcasts (2026)

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EP. 345: Action-Packed Public Lands Quail Hunt 1:05:23

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Wild bobwhite quail, public lands, and bird dogs collide in Kansas as our 16th installment of Rooster Road Trip takes flight. You’ll hear how the Rooster Road Trip ethos focused on hunting public land for five days with whatever conditions Mother Nature delivers has stayed consistent over the years, even as habitat challenges evolve. The group brea…

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EP. 344: Grouse Camp Comes Alive: Inside Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic’s Upland Gathering 54:49

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A first-of-its-kind “Grouse Camp” brings the prairies, forests, bird dogs, and upland community together under one roof. National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic has long been the premier gathering for the upland community, but 2026 raises the bar. In this episode, we preview the debut of Grouse Camp, a brand-new, immersive experience built for ser…

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EP. 343: Breaking Down 2026’s Projected Conservation Battles at the State Level 1:06:02

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Statehouse conservation battles are shaping your future experiences in the uplands. This episode provides a valuable state-by-state rundown of what’s coming in 2026 and how bird hunters can influence policy through advocacy efforts at the state level. From dedicated conservation funding to the restructuring of state natural resource agencies, the 2…

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Fearless Unscripted | Emma Rodriguez 47:28

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Emma Rodriguez has become a celebrity at Texas Tech this year. The U.S. Army aviator and wife of Red Raider star linebacker Jacob Rodriguez has garnered national attention as well. On a recent return to Lubbock, Emma took the time to sit down with Taylor Peters to talk about football, faith and what makes Texas Tech special.…

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David Eriksen: Aldersforskjell og ny småbarnsfase - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:10

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. Sesongens siste gjest er David Eriksen. De siste årene har han vært i et forhold med influenser Louise Angelica Riise, og til Ida forteller han om uventet kjemi og hemmelig dating. Forholdet deres ble avslørt da det ble omtalt i pressen, noe David selv beskriver som en sjokkerende opplevelse. I sam…

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EP. 342: A Holiday Recipe Featuring Quail in Red Wine and Mushroom Sauce 23:47

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A rich, winter-ready wild game dish that hunters can master with simple stock and sauce techniques. In this holiday feasting edition of On the Wing podcast, we dig into an upland-inspired meal built for cold evenings after long days in the field. Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks returns to the podcast and guides hunting cooks through his re…

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Birgit Skarstein: Å finne tilbake til ungdomskjærligheten - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:04

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. Denne uken har Ida besøk av Birgit Skarstein, og hun kommer med en kjærlighetshistorie som er nesten for god til å være sann. Etter 16 år fant hun nemlig tilbake til ungdomskjæresten sin. Den gang gjorde de det slutt fordi de ønsket forskjellige ting i livet, likevel klarte de aldri helt å gi slipp…

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EP. 341: Pretzel-Crusted Pheasant Cutlets with QF Editor Ryan Sparks 23:35

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A fall feast of pheasant, apples, and Passalacqua Winery’s white wine created for hunters who love wild game. In this snackable holiday edition of On the Wing podcast, Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks breaks down his pretzel-crusted pheasant cutlets with apple cream sauce, a cold-weather dish that blends upland hunting traditions with rich …

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Silje Nordnes: Å miste troen på kjærligheten - hør hele episoden hos Podme 0:59

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. Programleder Silje Nordnes er tilbake som gjest hos Ida, og de to har mange erfaringer fra singellivet å dele med hverandre. Da Silje var gjest i 2019, var hun nyforelsket og snakket varmt om å kaste seg fryktløst ut i kjærligheten. I dag føler hun det veldig annerledes. For etter flere forhold som…

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EP. 340: Building New Bird Hunters Through Volunteer Leadership 44:56

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In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of Illinois upland hunting with chapter volunteer leader and bird dog devotee Freddy Reyes. Aaron Williams, PF & QF’s regional representative for northern Illinois, also provides a boots-on-the-ground upland report for early-season pheasant and quail hunting. Together, they break down common struggles fo…

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Karsten Blomvik: Selvmordstankene som startet som barn - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:06

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. lav selvfølelse gradvis utviklet seg til et intenst selvhat, og til slutt tanker om ikke å ville leve. Han beskriver også hvordan frykten for å være til bry gjorde at han lenge holdt alt for seg selv, og hvordan det var å i alle disse årene stå alene med de tunge tankene. I dag har Karsten det bety…

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The Todd Carter Episode 1:37:24

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Send us a text Todd Carter was a part of the huge 80’s Ohio Flatland scene. He rode for Hutch in 1988 & 1989. He documented more old-school Flatland AFA events than anyone! Over the years, he has been heavily involved in organizing and putting on Flatland events & contests. Special Thanks to Shaun Jarvis for handling our socials. Support the show…

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EP. 339: Dennis Anderson on the Creation of Pheasants Forever and the Future of Upland Conservation 53:00

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A single newspaper column sparked one of America’s greatest upland conservation movements, here’s how it happened. Before there were banquets, chapters, or habitat acres on the ground, there was a typewriter and an idea. In this episode of On the Wing Podcast, PF & QF’s Bob St. Pierre and Jared Wicklund sit down with Star Tribune Outdoors Editor De…

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Petter Katastrofe: Brudd og alkohol som flukt - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:21

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. Artist Petter Katastrofe er gjest hos Ida i dag, og i denne episoden åpner han blant annet opp om en fortid med et trøblete forhold til alkohol. For noen år siden gikk Petter ut av et elleve år langt forhold, og i samtalen med Ida deler han ærlig rundt bruddet, kjærlighetssorgen som fulgte, og hvor…

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S5 | Episode Three | A $10K Degree 19:54

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In August 2025 Christie Loveless did something that was 40 years in the making. After leaving college in the mid-80s following a tragedy, she walked the stage as a Texas Tech University graduate in the same weekend as her son, Kolby. Texas Tech’s $10K Degree Completion Program allowed her to recognize that dream with an affordable, accelerated and …

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EP. 338: Chasing Prairie Ghosts: The Flatlanders’ Upland Bird Adventure Across the West 53:48

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Three hunters, six dogs, and three western states—one unforgettable pursuit for prairie chickens, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, and ptarmigan. This episode of On the Wing Podcast follows three Pheasants Forever volunteers, Kenny Reed, Colton Nefsker, and Justin Nie, as they return from an epic upland hunting road trip across South Dakota, Color…

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Katarina Flatland: Ventesorg og livet uten mamma - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:21

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. I dag er det Katarina Flatland som er gjest hos Ida. Sommeren 2023 fikk hennes mor diagnosen uhelbredelig kreft, og i februar i år mistet Katarina den hun beskriver som den viktigste omsorgspersonen i sitt liv. Det er tydelig at Katarina fortsatt er i sorg, men hun ønsker å bruke praten med Ida til…

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EP. 337: Alaska Ptarmigan Adventure: Conquering the Upland Bird Slam with Your Bird Dogs 1:09:12

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Chasing ptarmigan across Alaska’s tundra pushes bird dogs, hunters, and grit to their absolute limits. This episode of On the Wing Podcast transports listeners deep into the Alaskan backcountry as host Bob St. Pierre sits down with upland hunter Hunter Kamm, who just returned from a once-in-a-lifetime ptarmigan hunting trip. From the Kenai Peninsul…

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Julie Bergan: Overgrep, brudd og ny flamme - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:49

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. Julie Bergan er dagens gjest. Etter å ha vært i et forhold siden starten av 20-årene, ble Julie singel i fjor. Nå åpner hun for første gang opp om bruddet, hva som gjorde at forholdet tok slutt og kjærlighetssorgen som fulgte. Julie røper også at hun nå har en ny mann i livet sitt, og deler alt om …

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EP. 336: Inside PF & QF: How Membership Fuels Habitat, Access, and Bird Hunting 54:22

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Want more wild birds, better access, and stronger habitat? It all starts with joining the upland community. In the heart of bird hunting season, the On the Wing Podcast takes a closer look at what really keeps the upland tradition alive—its members. Host Bob St. Pierre sits down with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s membership team—Brian Essli…

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Espen Abrahamsen: Spiseforstyrrelsen ingen visste om - hør hele episoden hos Podme 1:37

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Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme. Endelig er en ny sesong i gang, og første gjest ut er komiker Espen Abrahamsen. Espen har spilt ishockey på toppnivå gjennom ungdomsårene og inn i voksenlivet. I samtale med Ida forteller han ærlig om hvordan en ambisjon om å prestere best mulig gradvis utviklet seg til å bli et trøblete forhold ti…

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Ny sesong! 0:51

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Kommer onsdag 29. oktober. Hør Ida med hjertet i hånden eksklusivt hos Podme.

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EP. 335: Why Target Shooting Builds Better Hunters and Stronger Conservation Support 18:55

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Discover how a simple day at the range can ignite a lifelong passion for hunting and wildlife conservation. In this “snackable” edition of On the Wing podcast, host Bob St. Pierre sits down with PF & QF’s Hunting Heritage Program Manager Ashley Chance to explore how target shooting creates the next generation of hunters and conservationists. Throug…

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S5 | Episode Two | Virginia Finster 41:20

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Virginia Finster went from being a young single mother of two, wondering what her next step was to becoming an ambassador for online education and a true story of success. Her determination and grit represent all we strive to be as Red Raiders. Learn more about Texas Tech Online: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/online/programs/?subNav=Online%2B…

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EP. 334: 2025 Quail Hunting Forecast | State-by-State Insights and Habitat Trends 50:58

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Find out where the best quail hunting opportunities are this season—and why bird numbers are rebounding across key states. Quail hunters across the country are gearing up for what could be one of the most promising upland seasons in years. In this episode of On the Wing podcast, we break down the 2025 state-by-state quail hunting forecast, covering…

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EP. 333: PF’s Tom Carpenter Delivers Strategies to “Mix it Up” this Season 1:01:39

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In this episode of On the Wing podcast, host Bob St. Pierre sits down with Pheasants Forever Journal editor Tom “Carp” Carpenter to unpack his new article, “Mix It Up.” Together they break down five fresh pheasant hunting tactics to keep your hunts productive all season long. From ditching rigid game plans and trusting your bird dog’s instincts to …

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EP. 332: Chukar Hunting Secrets and Habitat Insights from Biologists and Avid Hunters 1:27:02

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Discover the hidden world of chukar hunting with insider research, expert field reports, and hard-earned lessons. In this episode of On the Wing Podcast, we dive deep into the rugged and rewarding pursuit of chukar hunting. Host Bob St. Pierre is joined by biologist Catherine Isaac, conservation leader Levi Day, and upland hunter Andrew Vavra to ex…

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EP. 331: New Public Wildlife Area Honors Organization’s 1st Biologist 1:48:32

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In conjunction with Build a Wildlife Area Week, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are excited to announce the creation of a new public wildlife area in Iowa honoring Jim Wooley, the first biologist the organization hired during the mid-1980s. On this episode of On the Wing Podcast, host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Jim Wooley and two of his long-ti…

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S5 | Episode One | Marching On | The Story of Judith Johnson 16:21

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Judith Johnson is wrecking the idea of retirement. The 65-year-old Texas Tech student is studying music after retiring from a career in nursing. In fact, she's now become the oldest member to ever play in the Goin' Band from Raiderland. This trailblazer is not fazed by marching alongside students who could be her grandchildren – she’s actually quit…

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EP. 330: Hunting Forecast for 2025 Season with Ruffed Grouse Society 37:40

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As autumn arrives in the northern states, bird hunters look forward to ruffed grouse season. On this episode of On the Wing Podcast, Jeremy Collard from the Ruffed Grouse Society joins host Bob St.Pierre to discuss the 2025 outlook for ruffed grouse hunting. St.Pierre also shares his “Yooper” roots and highlights the release of PF & QF’s second Ope…

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The James McGraw Episode 1:52:28

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Send us a text James McGraw hails from Troy Michigan, is a long time Pro Flatlander and organizer of the second iteration of the AFA (American Flatland Association). He is also passionate about restoring classic cars. Special Thanks to Shaun Jarvis for handling our socials. Support the show

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EP. 329: South Dakota Pheasant and Grouse Hunting Forecast for 2025 Season 1:23:12

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South Dakota’s reputation as the nation’s pheasant hunting capital makes it a bucket-list destination for upland hunters. In this episode of On the Wing Podcast, host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Matt Gottlob, Pheasants Forever’s South Dakota State Coordinator, and South Dakota Game Fish & Parks biologists Alex Solem and Jake Wolfe to preview the 202…

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EP. 328: Finding Crippled Quail with Bobwhite Biologists 1:11:20

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by University of Georgia’s Dr. James Martin and Tall Timbers’ biologists Amanda Cramer and Justin Rectenwald for a conversation recapping the group’s three-year study focused on assessing crippling loss from bobwhite quail hunters. The results show hunters often wound more birds than they realize, many of which are neve…

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EP. 327: MeatEater’s Tony Peterson on his Love for Dogs and Bird Hunting 1:23:23

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by PF & QF’s Vice President of Marketing Andrew Vavra for a conversation with MeatEater’s Tony Peterson focused on his love of chasing birds with his Labrador retrievers. Peterson leads MeatEater’s dog content as the host of Houndations Podcast and DOG EDU. Peterson is also the father of two twin teenage daughters who h…

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EP. 326: Will There be a New Farm Bill in 2025? 1:07:28

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by PF & QF’s Vice President of Government Affairs Ariel Wiegard and Director of Government Affairs Andrew Schmidt to attempt answering the difficult question, “Will there be a new Farm Bill in 2025?” The trio also discuss the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and what the absence of a new Farm Bill means for the crown …

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EP. 325: Sharptails, Prairie Chickens, Sage Grouse, and Starting the Upland Season 1:30:49

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by The Flush’s Travis Frank, Western Wingshooter Podcast’s Tyler Webster, and Pheasants Forever Journal Editor Tom “Carp” Carpenter for a discussion focused on prairie grouse. The conversation covers late summer dog training during the “catch & release” season, habitat, dog work, hunting, and cooking approaches to sharp…

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Fearless Unscripted | Joey McGuire 30:52

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As Texas Tech head football coach Joey McGuire enters his fourth season at the helm of the Red Raider program, he sits down with Taylor Peters on the latest episode of Fearless Unscripted. The two talk about The Brand, supporting the players, what the Lubbock community means to him, the pressure of a new season and much more. Watch or listen wherev…

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EP. 324: PF & QF’s Habitat Work to Benefit 26 Upland Bird Species in the West 1:36:55

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Host Bob St.Pierre talks with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever leaders Al Eiden, Ron Leathers, and Andrew Vavra about habitat improvement efforts in eleven western states. They also discuss hunting opportunities for 26 upland bird species found in these regions. Episode Highlights: • Eiden and Leathers discuss PF & QF’s habitat work along the Be…

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EP. 323: Counting Pheasants and Exploring Season Changes with Minnesota DNR 1:07:12

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Host Bob St.Pierre speaks with Dave Trauba of Minnesota DNR’s Division of Fish & Wildlife about how the agency conducts August roadside counts and uses the data. Trauba also discusses the “Pheasant Action Plan” and efforts to solicity hunter feedback on possibly extending the season into January and adjusting the 9am start time.Episode Highlights:•…

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EP. 322: Introducing the Passalacqua Wine + Quail Forever Collaboration 1:08:54

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks for a conversation with Jason Passalacqua, owner of Passalacqua Winery, and Jessica Boone, Passalacqua’s winemaker. This episode celebrates a new collaboration between Quail Forever and Passalacqua introducing a Quail Forever Pinot Noir and a Quail Forever Fiano. A portion of …

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EP. 321: Started Bird Dogs, Weather & Wildlife, and Refreshed Brands 1:12:16

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s Vice President of Marketing Andrew Vavra and Praedictix meteorologist Todd Nelson. The conversation covers the intersection between weather, upland habitat, pheasants, and quail. Vavra kicks off the discussion with an overview of his experiences with bird dogs, including the rece…

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Fearless Unscripted | William Clark Green 37:27

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William Clark Green is a Texas Country music icon. Lubbock is the birthplace of his career that started while he was a student at Texas Tech. From touring across the world, to hosting one of the largest music festivals in West Texas, he doesn't plan to slow down anytime soon. Introduction Cotton Fest had its first sell out crowd with nearly 10,000 …

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EP. 320: Bird Hunting and Family Time with Travis Frank of The Flush 1:23:49

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s Director of Communications Jared Wiklund for a conversation with Travis Frank previewing the 2025 season of The Flush TV on Outdoor Channel. The discussion covers a wide array of upland bird hunting adventures spanning Ontario to Oklahoma and Indiana to Wyoming. The guys chat abo…

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EP. 319: Introducing Prairie Storm Bismuth Blend by Federal Ammunition 1:06:49

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Host Bob St.Pierre chats with Federal Ammunition’s Vice President of Marketing Jason Nash and Director of Community Relations Jon Zinnel about the innovative new Prairie Storm Bismuth Blend shotgun loads available in 12 and 20-gauge this summer. WATCH Federal’s video about the new load. There’s also some fun banter about the NFC North, Bon Iver, an…

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EP. 318: Pronghorns, Sage Grouse, and Migrating Across Big Sky’s Grasslands 1:10:59

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by The Nature Conservancy’s Kelsey Molloy, Wyoming Migration Initiative’s Andrew Jakes, Pheasants Forever’s Casey Sill and PF’s Montana State Coordinator Hunter VanDonsel for a discussion regarding the Montana Grassland Initiative. The dialogue spans the objectives for the initiative, emphasizing its advantages for Mont…

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S4 | Bonus | Pioneers of Practice: Vet School’s Inaugural Class 14:38

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In May, the Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine made history with its inaugural graduation — delivering on Texas Tech’s promise to bring critical veterinary care to rural and regional communities across the state. In this episode of Fearless, we meet the newly hooded doctors who will meet this purpose. Watch the Ceremony: https://youtu.be/JZds…

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EP. 317: Ballad of the Bird Dog 59:10

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks for a conversation about bird dogs with musician, hunter, and Pheasants Forever member Reese Glover. After the unexpected death of St.Pierre’s German shorthaired pointer, “Esky,” he wrote the blog, “The Story of a Bird Dog Going Out on Top.” Upon reading that blog, Glover sent…

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The Russell Summerville Episode 51:15

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Send us a text Russell Summeville hails from Suwanee, Georgia, by way of California. Currently residing in a Ford E150 van. He rides Park and street mostly and has been doing shows for over 17 years. Currently riding for “eastern” and a professional marine mechanic by trade. Woodward Footjam Front Flip https://youtu.be/VNBZwxa3qtk?si=I6sKCEsIkfwc_4…

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EP. 316: 1.8 Million Acres of CRP Opportunity and a Farm Bill Update 1:02:37

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s Director of Government Affairs Andrew Schmidt to discuss the current Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) signup and its relevance for bird hunters. There are currently 1.8 million acres available for CRP enrollment this fiscal year with a signup underway right now through June 6th…

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EP. 315: Thinning Trees to Create Better Bobwhite Quail Habitat 1:06:31

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Host Bob St.Pierre moderates a discussion with Quail Forever’s Louisiana State Coordinator Jackson Martini, Arkansas State Coordinator Ryan Parker, and landowner Andrew Wiesmann about improving bobwhite quail habitat in the Southeastern United States. The conversation covers how USDA Farm Bill programs can be used to burn or thin trees, decrease th…