Best Charlie Jacoby Podcasts (2025)

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Is the Proficient Deer Stalking Certificate 1 for you? 16:35

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10d ago16:35

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Here is the story behind the PDS1. David Wright talks to the man who came up with it, Peter Jones – and asks the question: is the Proficient Deer Stalking Certificate 1 for you? You can find the PDS1 in our shop, priced at £395 For more ways to listen to this podcast, visit FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast131…

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BASC on the lead shot ban 27:58

24d ago27:58

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Ian Bell and Terry Behan from BASC join Nick Levett-Scrivener from non-lead cartridge importer Shooting Star to discuss the Westminster government's plan to restrict lead cartridges. They join Charlie on stage at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2025. Click here for the latest from BASC on non-lead ammo. For Shooting Star, go to ShootingStarCC.co…

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Writer and critic Patrick Galbraith 19:26

1M ago19:26

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Daily Telegraph environment correspondent Patrick Galbraith comes to the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre in July 2025, two months before he takes up his job, to talk to Charlie about his latest book, Uncommon Ground. For more ways to listen to this podcast, go to FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast129 For Patrick's book, Uncommon Ground,…

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Women in Westminster 20:03

2M ago20:03

20:03

Iona Campbell, who set up Women Who Work in Fieldsports, and BASC vice chair Claire Sadler, who runs Women in Shooting, come to the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre in July 2025 to explain their work to Charlie Jacoby. For more ways to listen to this podcast, go to FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast128 For more from Iona, visit WomenWhoW…

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Science and trophy hunting 20:11

2M ago20:11

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Professor Adam Hart talks to Charlie Jacoby at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre in July 2025 about the threats facing hunting tourism and the scientific evidence that it is good for conservation. For more from Adam, visit https://x.com/adamhartscience For more ways to listen to this podcast, visit https://fieldsportschannel.tv/fieldsportschannelp…

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Rewilder works with gamekeeper 21:05

3M ago21:05

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Benedict Macdonald is the author of Rebirding and founder and director of Restore. He is working with Charles Whitbread's Southill Estate in Bedfordshire, which combines a mix of grey partridge shooting and arable. Benedict and Southill gamekeeper Paul Dunn explain how 'restoring' nature and shooting can work together, including restoring wetlands …

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Neil Parish at the 2025 Game Fair 38:22

3M ago38:22

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Talking to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre at the end of the three-day Game Fair at Ragley Hall, farmer and former MP Neil Parish comments on what we have learned from DEFRA, and what's coming up on the rural agenda. Click here for Neil's own podcast.

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The future of the GWCT 17:30

3M ago17:30

17:30

Talking to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, GWCT chairman Sir Jim Paice and new chief executive Nick von Westenholz set out their vision for the charity.

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DEFRA minister Daniel Zeichner at the 2025 Game Fair 18:32

3M ago18:32

18:32

Talking to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, DEFRA minister Daniel Zeichner defends the British government's record on the countryside, including the family farm tax, lead ammo ban, trophy imports, Countryside Stewardship schemes and whether he is in favour of nationalising farming.…

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Greg Smith MP at the 2025 Game Fair 15:07

3M ago15:07

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Talking to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, Greg Smith MP says how he spoke up for grouseshooting, even though his constituency is in Buckinghamshire. Plus he examines other threats to shooting sports.

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Robbie Moore MP at the 2025 Game Fair 17:17

3M ago17:17

17:17

Talking to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, Robbie Moore MP talks about how he and others disposed of the attempt by BBC TV's Chris Packham to force a ban on grouseshooting.

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Sir Geoffrey Clifton Brown MP at the 2025 Game Fair 21:22

3M ago21:22

21:22

Talking to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, Sir Geoffrey Clifton Brown MP explains the threats to shooting sports from the Labour government.

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James Martin, part 2, with Merlin Griffiths 20:55

4M ago20:55

20:55

TV chef James Martin and his friend, celebrity barman or 'mixologist' Merlin Griffiths, came to the Game Fair in 2024 – James to run the restaurant and Merlin to pour the drinks. They came and sat down with Charlie Jacoby at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, where they talked about food, booze and how to make a great cocktail. For more ways to li…

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Bridging Two Worlds: How Jason Brings Civilian Tech Expertise into the Army Reserves 28:33

4M ago28:33

28:33

As Reservists Day approaches, TechVets sat down with Jason, a seasoned service manager in the civil nuclear sector and an Army reservist with 13 Signal Regiment. His story is a compelling example of how tech professionals can bring critical skills into the Armed Forces—while also growing as individuals and leaders. Jason’s route into the reserves b…

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James Martin, part 1 11:41

5M ago11:41

11:41

TV chef James Martin came to the Game Fair in 2024 to run the restaurant. He took time out to visit Charlie at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, where he talks about his life in cooking and the challenges facing game meat marketing. Click here for more ways to listen to this podcast.

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Sika deer are here to stay: Rory Putman and Niall Rowantree 31:46

6M ago31:46

31:46

Professor Rory Putman and deer expert Niall Rowantree discuss Scotland's next big deer problem: sika. The Scottish government has successfully wiped out large numbers of iconic Scottish red deer. In their place are coming a new, invasive species, Japanese sika. More a horde than a herd, our experts expect they will be Scotland's number one deer wit…

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How did animal rights extremists evolve? 20:00

6M ago20:00

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Charlie's dad, Martin Jacoby, explains how the hunter-gatherers of 200,000 years ago slowly evolved into both sport hunters and animal rights activists. Find Martin's book on Amazon For more ways of listening to this podcast, visit FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast116

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Thermal drone deer counting 25:50

7M ago25:50

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Ben Harrower from BH Wildlife Consultancy uses a thermal drone for a unique aerial view of how the six UK deer species populations, and our wild boar, are expanding and contracting across the UK. As part of our filming for A Year in the Life of Sika, Ben covers all aspects of his work from the advances in drone tech to the incredible wildlife momen…

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Gamekeepers Welfare Trust 14:48

7M ago14:48

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Ian Grindy from the Gamekeepers Welfare Trust tells the story of the charity and explains why it is needed more than ever. He talks to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024. For more from the GWT, visit TheGamekeepersWelfareTrust.com For more ways to listen to this podcast, go to FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportchannelpodcast106…

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The story of the rabbit – FieldsportsChannel Podcast, episode 110 18:51

7M ago18:51

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They shot 5,000 rabbits in one day in Shropshire and 7,000 in one day at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. The rabbit has had a relatively short but dramatic history in the UK, from Roman food source through population explosions, and becoming one of the most prized quarry species of the great Victorian shots. Shooting writer Simon Reinhold tells the…

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From Military Musician to Cybersecurity Expert: The Unconventional Journey of Jonathan Sproule 29:32

7M ago29:32

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For many veterans transitioning out of the military, the path to a second career often leads to fields like cybersecurity, leveraging skills in discipline, risk assessment, and strategic thinking. But for Jonathan Sproule, his journey took a truly unique route—from a professional musician in the Band of the Welsh Guards to a specialist in cyber ris…

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Hunting Ethics by Nick Fox 26:06

8M ago26:06

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Nick Fox has been working on this book all his life. The hunter, zoologist and falconer has brought out Hunting Ethics: A Personal Journey. In this podcast with Charlie Jacoby, he talks about different elements of the book, including why it is innate within us to hunt – and governments can't ban hunting. For more ways to listen to this podcast, go …

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Teresa Dent CBE from the GWCT 13:01

8M ago13:01

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Teresa Dent CBE led the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust as chief executive for 22 years. In the spring of 2025, she retires. In July 2024, she came to the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre to talk about the trust's work, and the difficulty of producing science that politicians can use. For more ways to listen to this podcast, go to FieldsportsChann…

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How Beckie McAnespie Transformed Her Military Skills into a Cybersecurity Career 31:12

8M ago31:12

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At TechVets, we’re always excited to share success stories from veterans who have transitioned into the tech industry. In this interview, we spotlight Beckie McAnespie, a former soldier who's now a Senior Consultant in Information Assurance at Accenture, whose career journey showcases the power of resilience, learning, and community support. Become…

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Country Food Trust 16:34

8M ago16:34

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SJ Hunt runs the Country Food Trust, a charity that delivers game, venison, poultry and vegetarian meals to food banks and the homeless. It is the major market for pheasants, partridges and deer carcases. Talking to Charlie Jacoby at the 2024 Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre, she explains how it works. For more ways to listen to this podcast, go to F…

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Value of shooting 14:03

9M ago14:03

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BASC chief executive Ian Bell explains the new Value of Shooting report , which shows how vital the sport is to rural economies. He is talking to Charlie Jacoby at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024. Click here for more about the report For more ways to listen to this podcast go to FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast111…

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Eat Wild's Louisa Clutterbuck 12:29

9M ago12:29

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Louisa Clutterbuck from the game meat marketing agency Eat Wild explains her role, and how it fits in with other agencies such as Game To Eat and Eat Game. She talks to Charlie at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024. (And she had the baby, a boy called Jasper). For more, go to Eat Wild's: Website Instagram Facebook X.com…

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Greg Smith MP 16:05

9M ago16:05

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Greg Smith MP says how to deal with the Labour government. Of course, he was talking to Charlie at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024, just after the general election, and much water has gone under the rural bridge since then – but his advice stands. To listen to the whole podcast, go to FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportchannelpodcast108…

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Ferreter Simon Whitehead 33:24

10M ago33:24

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Simon Whitehead has been a 'celebrity ferreter' all of his working life. He talks about the job to Charlie Jacoby in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024. ▶ Find Simon on Instagram, on YouTube or on his webpage ▶ For more ways to listen to this podcast, go to FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportchannelpodcast107…

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From RAF to Cybersecurity: How Alex Daly Found a New Mission with Cisco 26:25

10M ago26:25

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Transitioning from the military to civilian life can feel like navigating uncharted territory. For Alex Daly, a Customer Delivery Security Architect at Cisco, it was a journey shaped by adaptability, opportunity, and support from TechVets and Cisco's military-focused programs. Alex’s story offers inspiration and practical advice for service leavers…

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Escape To The Chateau's Dick and Angel 18:22

10M ago18:22

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Dick and Angel Strawbridge from the Escape To The Chateau TV series head to the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024 to talk about their lives with Charlie Jacoby. Click here for more ways to listen to this podcast.

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Jeremy Wade 46:13

10M ago46:13

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The star of River Monsters, Jeremy Wade, joins Charlie in the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024. This podcast is an amalgamation of two interviews in the theatre, where he talks about the series that made hinm famous, and what projects he plans to do next. For more from Jeremy, go to JeremyWade.co.uk For more ways to listen to this, go to Fieldsp…

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Splitting Image Taxidermy's story 16:57

11M ago16:57

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Douglas Cockcroft went from hunting guide to founder of South Africa's most impressive taxidermy business, Splitting Image Taxidermy, based in Port Elizabeth and operating all over southern Africa. He tells his story. For more about Splitting Image Taxidermy, visit SplittingImageTaxidermy.co.za Thanks to Safari Club International's Life Hunter Advo…

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Josh Kime – Navigating the Transition from Navy to Tech 34:38

11M ago34:38

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Josh Kime’s career journey is an inspiring tale of determination, adaptability, and a passion for problem-solving. After three and a half years in the Royal Navy, Josh embarked on a new chapter, diving headfirst into the world of tech. His story is a testament to how skills learned in the military can be leveraged for success in civilian life, espe…

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Future of deer with Niall Rowantree and Prof Rory Putman 1:00:14

12M ago1:00:14

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Deerstalker and wildlife manager Niall Rowantree talks to deer biologist Professor Rory Putman about the remarkable sika deer, as part of our filming of the Year in the Life of Sika. Rory explains why sika are so successful when reds struggle, how their range is increasing and why they are so difficult, in fact now impossible, to get on top of. The…

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Woodcock 13:27

12M ago13:27

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Andrew Hoodless of the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust is a woodcock specialist. He explains the difference between migratory birds, resident breeding birds, and why they are not actually that endangered at all – despite what the anti-shooters like to claim. Andrew talks to Charlie at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024. For more ways to lis…

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From Royal Marine to Release Train Manager: How Robin Cleave Found a New Mission in Tech 51:27

12M ago51:27

51:27

Robin’s story highlights the potential for veterans to find meaningful careers outside the military. By leveraging his skills, reaching out for help when needed, and staying adaptable, he successfully transitioned into a role he never expected. For anyone considering a similar journey, Robin’s experience serves as both inspiration and a roadmap. Wi…

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How IFAW kills people with elephants 24:11

1y ago24:11

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Mike Labuschagne has been working as a wildlife ranger in Malawi for more than 30 years. He used to have funding from the US-based animal rights organisation IFAW, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, to help the elephants of Kasungu. Now he believes that IFAW should be charged with the murder of local people for wilfully releasing 263 elepha…

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From RAF to Tech: Robbie Ramsay's Journey into the IT World 21:29

1y ago21:29

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Robbie Ramsay’s story is a testament to how dedication and adaptability can drive a successful career transition, even into a completely new field. From serving in the Royal Air Force to building a promising career in IT, Robbie’s journey is one of determination, lifelong learning, and a passion for new challenges. Read his story in full: https://w…

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Marina Gibson wins Flyfishers' Club men-only debate 17:05

1y ago17:05

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The Flyfishers' Club has been men-only since its foundation in 1884. A chance remark by Marina Gibson at the Hay Festival sparked a media storm that has forced club members to vote on whether to allow women members. Marina explains to Charlie Jacoby and an audience at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024 the reasons she is right. Click here for …

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Will Labour ban gamebird release? 18:57

1y ago18:57

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What has the Westminster government got in store for gamebirds and shooting? The news from the GWCT is good – but their top staff warn us not to be complacent. Sir Jim Paice and Roger Draycott from the GWCT talk to Charlie Jacoby at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2024 Click here for more ways to listen to this.…

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2024-2025 gameshooting prices and prospects 26:34

1y ago26:34

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Speaking to Charlie Jacoby at the Carter Jonas Game fair Theatre, Digby Taylor from GunsOnPegs.com announces his new research. It's the most accurate predictor of prices for gameshooting around. For more ways to listen to this, visit FieldsportsChannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast96

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From Soldier to Software Developer: Adrian Montague’s Journey 33:26

1y ago33:26

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Adrian Montague joined the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) in 2020 and commissioned into the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME). During his military career, he served with 8 Field Company (Para) in Colchester before becoming a Platoon Commander in Lyneham. Before joining the British Army, Adrian studied Mechanical Engineering …

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The man who beat the police 19:36

1y ago19:36

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When the police took the guns from Chris Sharp after Chris was the victim of an assault, he turned to lawyers for help. One of them, Peter Glenser KC, joins Chris on stage at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre to tell Charlie what happened, and where he has got to now with his case. Click here for more ways to listen to this. For more on this story…

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Charlie Jacoby: Might Hunters and Hawkers be a Protected Group Under the Equality Act? [6 min Listen] 6:04

1y ago6:04

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You may have seen the story: the 2010 Equality Act could protect people who hunt. Here’s how it could play. An interview at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre has led to column inches and TV debates. Ed Swales of Hunting Kind, a group dedicated to ‘natural hunting’ with hound, ferret and hawk, obtained legal opinion which says that people who hunt …

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Charlie Flindt - Tigger the Terracan: From Farm Workhorse to Retirement Riddle [11 min listen] 10:59

1y ago10:59

10:59

My faithful farm truck sits in the yard, not exactly sure how it is supposed to spend its days - or justify its hefty running costs. What's the future for such a loyal beast? Join me, if you will, in some automotive anthropomorphism, and spare a thought for Tigger the Terracan, who sits in the farmyard, having a bit of an existential crisis. Tigger…

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Camilla Swift - A Year in the Life of a Huntsman - and a foxhound [8 min listen] 8:14

1y ago8:14

8:14

The life of a huntsman can sound idyllic – but life in kennels is tougher than it might look For many a young thruster, or a hound-loving puppy walker, being a huntsman is the ultimate dream job. To have your very own pack of hounds who look to you for instruction; to lead the pack in your scarlet coat, and uncover the mystery of the ‘golden thread…

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Simon Reinhold - Into the Wild: Quail Hunts, Verdant Valleys, and Hidden Graves [7 min listen] 7:09

1y ago7:09

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We pay a high price for the privilege of getting lost in the back country - but is it worth it? I was not new to it - it was my third day hunting quail in Arizona so I knew what I should expect, but the frigid air that hit me was a surprise. I had never had to travel in the small hours before. It was necessary to get where we were going and leave e…

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Patrick Laurie - The Glorious Twelfth - the new season is here [8 min listen] 8:16

1y ago8:16

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Looking ahead to the new grouse season, I think about my own birds in Galloway and the national picture at a time of great change and upheaval in Scotland. The signs are set for a decline into autumn, and the moor grass has turned into straw. The start of the grouse season is upon us, and there’s a certain amount to look forward to in the hills of …

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Richard Negus: Crafting a Future - The Need for Rural Apprenticeships [9 min listen] 9:22

1y ago9:22

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With record numbers of A level students shunning University courses, can Modern Apprenticeships be the means of filling the gaps in our 'lost rural skills'. For over one million young Brits, the next few days will be a time of heightened nervous excitement and anticipation. They wait on tenterhooks for the 15th August, when the results of their A l…