Best Eighty Five Audio Podcasts (2025)

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178: Field Guide – Going Solo vs. Hunting With a Crew 24:51

11h ago24:51

24:51

In this Field Guide episode, Mike breaks down the pros and cons of hunting solo versus with a partner or group. From safety and success rates to personal preference and pack-out logistics. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. To register, to become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the…

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177: Field Guide - Safety Gear 27:35

9d ago27:35

27:35

In this Field Guide episode, Mike breaks down the essential items you should pack in your safety kit—whether you're heading out for a day hunt or spending multiple days in the backcountry. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. To register, to become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the…

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The Heritage Chart Show Show Episode Eight 1:29:45

11d ago1:29:45

1:29:45

Our special guest this time is Louis Eliot from Rialto! In this episode we talk Sweet, Limahl, The Jam, Grace Jones and ping pong, pints of Fairy liquid, sandwich fillings, seeing famous people in supermarkets and all that surrounds the peculiar and marvellous alternative universe that is Mike Read's Heritage Chart. Rialto's new album Neon and Ghos…

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176: Field Guide - Tips For Your First Euro Mount 18:40

17d ago18:40

18:40

In this Field Guide episode we reach into the vault and share Kelly's overview of doing your first DIY Euro mount. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. To register, to become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the

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The Backrooms Travel Agency Explained 9:45

20d ago9:45

9:45

In this episode, we'll be discussing the Backrooms Travel Agency as a whole. As always, we'll be going over the faction's lore and its inner workings. So come with us as we go over the B.T.A! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_SharpA3⁠ 🔸Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ⁠ 🔸Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom⁠ 🔸Email: …

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175: Field Guide - Your First Backcountry Backpacking Trip 29:53

21d ago29:53

29:53

In this Field Guide episode of Rookie Hunter, Mike preps you for your first backcountry backpacking trips and covers topics such as choosing the right trail, necessary gear, and what to expect during the trip. He also emphasizes the importance of preparation, both physically and mentally, and offers practical tips to ensure a successful and enjoyab…

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174: Field Guide - Game Processing 42:23

23d ago42:23

42:23

In this Field Guide episode of Rookie Hunter, Mike and Kelly dive into the topic of game processing. They cover the basics of what you'll need and what to expect when you bring home your first big game animal. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. Registration for the 2025 Sheep Show in Reno Nevada is now live! To…

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Level Sixty-Three Explained 8:51

1M ago8:51

8:51

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 63 and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 63! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ 🔸Spotify:…

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173: Field Guide - Gear Regrets 46:23

1M ago46:23

46:23

In this episode of Rookie Hunter, Mike and Kelly dive into the topic of gear regrets—those impulse buys and overpriced items that didn’t live up to the hype. They share lessons learned, highlight common gear failures, and stress the importance of research and reliable advice. From optics to camping essentials, it’s all about finding the gear that w…

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The Heritage Chart Show Show Episode Seven 1:23:30

3M ago1:23:30

1:23:30

And... we're back! Welcome to season two of the Heritage Chart Show Show, with your hosts Pete Paphides and Siân Pattenden. This week's special guest is The Loft and Weather Prophet icon Pete Astor. Listen! As Pete navigates the choppy waters of Mike Read's Heritage Chart Show 4th anniversary "live show" special. Presented as a Top of the Pops-styl…

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172: Sheep Fever Podcast - Spotlight on Wild Sheep in British Columbia 1:10:24

3M ago1:10:24

1:10:24

We're switching things up today and playing an episode of Sheep Fever, which is the official podcast of The Wild Sheep Foundation. In Part II of their Spotlight on BC, Kyle Stelter, CEO of the Wild Sheep Society of BC, Scott Ellis, CEO of the Guide Outfitters Association of BC, and Sheep Fever host and Wild Sheep Foundation CEO Gray Thornton discus…

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171: Chasing Whitetail 51:45

4M ago51:45

51:45

In this episode, Mike, Kelly and Garrett reflect on 2024, make plans for 2025 and cover Garrett's November whitetail hunt. We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades throughout the year to the best storytellers. If you’d like to submit your story, please send it to us at [email protected] We're very proud to have Th…

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170: Happy Holidays 1:01:25

5M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

In this special holiday episode, we kick things off with a listener-submitted story and then dive into the vault to share a curated collection of hunting stories from 2018. Featuring Mark Hall, Mike Hawkridge, Gray Thornton, Ben O’Brien, Jeff Lander, Aron Snyder, and Shane Mahoney We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades…

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Almond Water Explained 9:06

6M ago9:06

9:06

In this episode, we'll be looking into one of the most well-known items within the Backrooms, Almond Water. As always, we'll be going over what Almond Water is and its different variants and effects! So, come with us as we go over Object One, Almond Water! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_SharpA3⁠ 🔸Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ⁠ 🔸Patreon: …

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169: Pork Roll and Failed Attempts at Fishing with Joe Cermele 1:15:45

6M ago1:15:45

1:15:45

In this episode, Mike chats with Joe Cermele for a rare fishing-themed conversation. They get into Joe’s extensive career in fishing media, cover all of the food they consumed on the East Coast and their failed attempts to catch striped bass along the Jersey shore. We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades throughout the …

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Backrooms Transportation Explained 7:42

6M ago7:42

7:42

In this episode, we'll be looking into the different conventional ways wanderers use to traverse the Backrooms. As always, we'll be diving into what each of the modes of travel has to offer for wanderers, as well as some of the pros and cons of each! So, come with us as we explain some Backrooms Transportation! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_Sharp…

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168: Backpacks and Black Bears 1:01:41

7M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

In this episode, Mike, Kelly and Garrett cover their late September backpacking trip for elk, mule deer and black bear. We also announce the first winner of our listener submitted hunting stories series, brought to you by North Arm Knives. We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades throughout the year to the best storytell…

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The Rat Master Explained 9:22

7M ago9:22

9:22

In this episode, we'll be looking into a rather interesting person within the Backrooms, The Rat Master. As always, we'll be going over some of their history within the Backrooms as well as some of their accomplishments, so come with us as we go over The Rat Master! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_SharpA3⁠ 🔸Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ⁠ …

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Level Seventy Six Explained 8:46

7M ago8:46

8:46

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 76 and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 76! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ 🔸Spotify:…

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167: A Scouting Trip Becomes a Successful Solo Elk Hunt 38:44

7M ago38:44

38:44

In this episode, Garrett shares the story about his scouting trip that turned into a successful solo elk hunt. We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades throughout the year to the best storytellers. If you’d like to submit your story, please send it to us at [email protected] We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep…

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Level Eighty Explained 11:43

8M ago11:43

11:43

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 80 and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 80! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ 🔸Spotify:…

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166: Misfire 45:11

8M ago45:11

45:11

In this episode, Mike tries his best to recap 6 days in the backcountry while sitting next to the campfire on the final night. We're also sharing a few more of your hunting stories. We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades throughout the year to the best storytellers. If you’d like to submit your story, please send it to…

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Level Four's Sub-Levels Explained 18:04

8M ago18:04

18:04

In this episode, we'll be explaining the sub levels connecting to Level 4 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip throughout these sub levels! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguid…

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165: Tales From The Backcountry 21:19

8M ago21:19

21:19

In this episode, Mike shares your hunting stories. We’ve teamed up with North Arm Knives and will be giving away blades throughout the year to the best storytellers. If you’d like to submit your story, please send it to us at [email protected] We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. Registration for the 2025 …

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164: The Wait Is Over 30:54

9M ago30:54

30:54

In this episode, Mike goes solo to give an update on the start of the season, shares some basic small game hunting and cooking tips, and hints at an unexpected outcome to a last minute scouting trip. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. Registration for the 2025 Sheep Show in Reno Nevada is now live! To register,…

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The Heritage Chart Show Show Episode Six 1:38:39

9M ago1:38:39

1:38:39

On this episode we talk to the exciting musical project that is Hifi Sean and David McAlmont, introducing them to a programme they had never witnessed before... Mike Read's Heritage Chart. Today the artists include: an old Gary Numan track which you probably couldn't release now, Reba McEntire, “Katrina” singing to her poodle, The Wombles, Albert L…

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Level Fifty One Explained 12:01

9M ago12:01

12:01

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 51 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 51! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.g…

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163: Dusty Portz - Hunting For The First Time at 40 57:20

9M ago57:20

57:20

In this episode, Mike and Garrett chat with longtime friend, Dusty Portz. Dusty shares his reasons for leaving a vegetarian diet and pursuing hunting for the first time at 40 years old. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor. Registration for the 2025 Sheep Show in Reno Nevada is now live! To register, to become a m…

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The Heritage Chart Show Show Episode Five 1:15:02

9M ago1:15:02

1:15:02

On this episode... Actor Caroline Catz dissects the Heritage Chart as she joins us on a journey of discovery, self-acceptance, bemusement and profundity that accompanies the liminal world of Mike Read's show. On this episode we discuss Deep Purple and their assistants, Pet Shop Boys' infinite sadness, Bill Wyman's double entendre's, Fairground Attr…

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Level Five Hundred Eleven Explained 12:48

9M ago12:48

12:48

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 511 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 511! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord…

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162: Over The Hills And Far Away 54:16

10M ago54:16

54:16

In this episode, Mike, Kelly and Garrett are finally back together to nail down some plans for the fall hunting season. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the

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Phenomenon Sixteen Explained 12:54

10M ago12:54

12:54

In this episode, we'll be discussing Destabilizing Storms within the backrooms, and what can be expected from them. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we go storm chasing! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https:/…

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Level Four Hundred Nine Explained 8:55

10M ago8:55

8:55

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 409 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 409! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord…

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161:The Wait Between Seasons 23:32

10M ago23:32

23:32

In this episode, Mike closes out the bear season, and covers some current topics and volunteer opportunities in BC. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the

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Level Thirty Three Explained 15:47

11M ago15:47

15:47

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 33 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 33! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.g…

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Level Two Hundred Fifty Eight Explained 9:07

11M ago9:07

9:07

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 258 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 258! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord…

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160: Down To The Wire 41:15

11M ago41:15

41:15

On this episode, Mike goes solo to chat fish farming plus a recap on spring bear hunting. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the

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Level Seventy Explained 8:29

11M ago8:29

8:29

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 70 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 70! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.g…

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Level Thirty Eight Explained 7:33

12M ago7:33

7:33

In this episode, we'll be explaining Level 38 within the backrooms, and what can be expected within. As always, we'll be dropping tips for travelers who find their way here. So come with us as we no clip into Level 38! 🔸Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SharpA3 🔸Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetothebackroom 🔸Discord: https://discord.g…

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159: The Range, Bears and Beavers 1:10:58

12M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

Mike and Kelly jump on the mics to discuss frustrations at the range, spring black bear, and beavers. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the

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The Heritage Chart Show Show Episode Four 1:25:59

1y ago1:25:59

1:25:59

Episode four of the Heritage Chart Show Show! Where we talk about a furious McFly, a sanguine Pet Shop Boys, Owen Paul (again) (and his mobile phone), the best hip hop bpm to jog to, Tony Hadley appearing in the night sky, bad green screen, Belinda Carlisle's lack of furniture and much, much more. Our guest is our man behind the wheels-of-steel, DJ…

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The Heretic Explained 8:48

1y ago8:48

8:48

In this episode, we'll be looking into a rather interesting person within the Backrooms, The Heretic. As always, we'll be going over how some of their history within the Backrooms as well as some of their accomplishments, so come with us as we go over The Heretic! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_SharpA3⁠ 🔸Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ⁠ 🔸P…

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158: Backcountry Bear Hunt 38:32

1y ago38:32

38:32

On this episode, Mike welcomes Kelly Veltri to the show to chat about his first time venturing into the backcountry in search of black bears. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join theBy Eighty Five Audio

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157: First Time Backpacker 46:00

1y ago46:00

46:00

On this episode Mike goes solo to talk about an upcoming backpack bear hunt with a prospective hunter, a bit of gear talk, and our impact on social media. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join theBy Eighty Five Audio

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Jobs within the Backrooms 10:45

1y ago10:45

10:45

In this episode, we'll be discussing some occupations that could be found within the Backrooms. As always, we'll be going over how one could best utilize these jobs within the Setting, so come with us as we go over some Jobs within the Backrooms! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_SharpA3⁠ 🔸Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ⁠ 🔸Patreon: ⁠https://w…

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156: Bear Hunt Recap 1:13:01

1y ago1:13:01

1:13:01

On this episode Mike, Kelly and Garrett do a bear hunting recap to get even more pumped up for the spring season. We're very proud to have The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join theBy Eighty Five Audio

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The Heritage Chart Show Show Episode Three 1:28:09

1y ago1:28:09

1:28:09

Episode three of the Heritage Chart Show Show! Where we talk about The Fizz, Tight Fit, Jive Aces, Owen Paul, UB40, the infinity of post-fame legal Band Name wrangling, meta band members, Ralph McTell (is Life), Professional Spooning and much, much more. Our guest is author, campaigner and cosmetics boffin Sali Hughes, who's a huge fan of the Herit…

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The Iron Fists Explained 10:38

1y ago10:38

10:38

In this episode, we'll be discussing the Iron Fists as a whole. As always, we'll be going over the faction's lore and its inner workings. So come with us as we go over the mega nation known as the Iron Fists! 🔸Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/_SharpA3⁠ 🔸Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/u6az3h3jjJ⁠ 🔸Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thetravelersguidetotheb…

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155: Gray Thornton 53:56

1y ago53:56

53:56

In this episode, Mike and Gray discuss Sheep 2024, how inclusion of non-hunters can influence AI, fishing at Pyramid Lake and a chilly March Stone’s Sheep capture in Northern BC. We're very proud to welcome back The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join the…

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154: Adam Janke 1:24:28

1y ago1:24:28

1:24:28

Beyond the Kill host Adam Janke joins Mike for a swapcast to chat about black bears, rattlesnakes, dogs and spring training. We're very proud to welcome back The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! To become a member, to renew your membership, and to join theBy Eighty Five Audio

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