Midwest Flyways Podcast (Midwest Flyways)
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| 17 Dec 2020 | Conor and Cal Are Cursed | 01:00:00 | |
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored we break down a curse that's been plaguing Conor and Cal hunting alone. We also go through some listener questions including a quick gear breakdown. Leave us a review with your thoughts on the podcast! | |||
| 24 Apr 2025 | Most Revolutionary Product | 00:38:31 | |
Special birthday podcast for Joey! This week we’re in the new studio with Gavin and although we haven’t decorated and finished everything we do our first episode with all the big stuff setup. Can’t wait to post pictures and show you guys the new studio as a whole. We talk about what we think are the most revolutionary products in waterfowl in the last fifteen or so years. When you take away the spinner you wonder what products we can come up with next. We also talk about the best way to get your significant other and kids out for a great experience waterfowl hunting. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 28 Mar 2025 | Sports Guyz Only; Not March Madness, Transfer Portal Problems | 00:55:07 | |
This week on Sports Guyz Only, we try to make sense of who exactly the Giants plan to start at QB and make bets on whether or not certain coaches and gm’s will lose their jobs after this season. We also talk March Madness, which hasn’t had as much madness as we’re used to this year and it’s got us wondering why. We discuss whether NIL or the transfer portal are partially to blame. Cal eats his take on Saint John’s winning it all and we break down coaching hires around the college basketball world. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 02 Nov 2023 | Cold Beers and Cold Fronts, Pontoon Season | 01:00:15 | |
The guys are all gas half way through MN hunting season. Good news, the pontoon blind is live and in use and it couldn’t be any sweeter. We’ve been seeing some cold fronts and we chat upcoming hunt plans as well as how seasons going so far. Daydreaming gets the best of us and we talk about our ideal hunting properties. Leave us a rating or review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 2023 DUCK OPENER! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP
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| 10 May 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday ”Turkey Hunting Tips” | 00:16:06 | |
This week our Ten Minute Tuesday is all about some quick tips for hunting turkeys. Hunter Dillon gives us some easy pointers to help you be more successful while you're out chasing turkeys! Don't miss it! ----------------------------- New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | All 43 Species in One Season with Mark Peterson | 01:17:21 | |
We all have stories from a lifetime of waterfowl hunting, but this guy has all those stories and more from one season. We sit down with Mark Peterson and talk about his quest to shoot all 43 species of North American Waterfowl in one season. He is the owner of Worldwide Trophy adventures and has a YouTube channel that shows all of his adventures. Thank you to CamoRetro for sponsoring this podcast. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe! /SHOP | |||
| 11 Apr 2025 | Sports Guyz Only; NCAA Chokes, Ja Morant Gun Addiction | 01:05:26 | |
This week we sit down to talk about the NCAA men’s basketball tournament and specifically discuss the massive choke job by both Duke and Houston. Carter tried to swindle himself a bet that never happened and Gavin is lucky to have missed our bracket challenge. We also discuss the NBA playoff race, including Ja Morant being unable to shake gun dreams as he parades around NBA arenas shooting finger guns and tossing air grenades. Lastly we take a minute to reflect on Ovechkin setting a new goal record in the NHL and we put into perspective just how dominant Gretzky was in his time. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 05 Sep 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Best Way to Cook Duck with Cory Loeffler | 00:15:43 | |
What’s your favorite way to cook ducks and geese? Cory relies on wild game for almost all of his meat and he tells us his favorite ways to cook waterfowl during different times of the year.
New Waterfowl Film out now! 15 BANDS IN ND Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 15 Aug 2024 | Shawn Stahl; Game Laws and Spoonie Dreams | 01:15:42 | |
This week our good friend Shawn Stahl joins us in the Ducks Unlimited Studio at Gamefair. We talk about some of the game laws and what could be better for hunters to be able to transport and harvest waterfowl. Shawn gives us some insight on hunting tactics and Joey gets him going on some awesome spoonie stories. Be sure to follow Shawn where you can find him. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 20 Apr 2021 | Team Goose Calling | Ten Minute Tuesday | 00:09:44 | |
In this Ten Minute Tuesday, we talk about team goose calling and our tips for the best calls. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/au3IigMx_Lk Goose Calling Tutorials: https://youtube.com/playlistlist=PLJf6ZzjJz7oKNFrAWdwZEPPKvv2VDAK5R
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| 23 Jan 2025 | Gear Guy; King Eider Adventure | 00:56:10 | |
Gear Guy Gavin is fresh off a trip to St. Paul Island to hunt King Eider. For most of us, this would be considered a dream bucket list type hunt. Even the pinnacle trip for many. Gavin relives the trip and gives us a look at what it really takes to make a trip for king eiders work. From the planning and how to get there to the actual hunting, he gives a great view of what that trip really involves. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 16 Jan 2025 | On the Road Recaps | 01:11:20 | |
This week we’re coming off our trip to Iowa and setting up for some other trips we have coming up. We talk about what our recent hunts have been like as well as where we’ve had success and where we’ve missed. This season we also got a new trailer and we discuss our thoughts and ideas for trailer build out and next years plans. Lastly, we draft Best Yard Games! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 24 Dec 2021 | Big Life Changes & Podcast Giveaway | 00:53:18 | |
GIVEAWAY!!! Leave us a review and enter our giveaway at this link: FREE STUFF In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast the boys are all back in town and some major changes are happening for Joey and Conor. We preview our upcoming schedule and look ahead to 2022. Use promo code MWF20 for 20% off your OnX Hunt membership! OnXHunt If you're in the Midwest check out Kwik Trip, the only gas station worth stopping at! Do us a favor and leave a quick rating of 5 stars and don't forget to /SHOP | |||
| 08 Aug 2024 | Gear Guy Kolles; Wild Game, Waterfowl Predators, Wolf Populations | 00:55:54 | |
This week on the podcast Cal and Gavin talk about a bunch of different topics starting with wild game meat and what’s the best wild game to eat. Gavin claims antelope but we’ve heard mixed reviews. We also talk about predator hunting, wolf populations in Minnesota and how those things have an effect on our favorite types of hunting. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 31 Oct 2024 | Canada Wasn’t So Friendly | 00:43:51 | |
Cal and Joey break down our recent trip to Canada including our successes and failures. The birds were tough and our timing wasn’t ideal but we had some fun and still managed to get on some birds. We go through what we might do differently and why certain situations were either good or bad. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Goose Hunting in New York! Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU Get your Ducks Unlimited MN Gun Calendar: https://www.duckscalendar.org Or Venmo $64 with your phone number, name, and address to: @wcmndu (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 22 Feb 2024 | Life, Hunting Land and the Hatch | 01:05:27 | |
Cal and Joey sit down with Gavin to talk about the hatch for this coming season and how it may be different with the weird weather patterns we’ve experienced. We also take a chance to talk about life and what we’ve been up to lately and things we’ve realized as we get a little older. Joey brings up some questions surrounding buying hunting or agricultural land and how hard it is to get some real acreage. Thanks for listening as always and leave us a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 02 Aug 2022 | Hunting Stories and Rigged Band Draws | 00:57:15 | |
Welcome to the new and improved Midwest Flyways Podcast! This week Cal and Joey talk about some awesome duck and goose hunting stories from their past few years out and share some great memories. We also break down some pieces of how conservation and hunting go hand in hand and Joey tells a story about a potentially rigged band draw. NEW MERCH IS OUT: /SHOP Podcast is brought to you by our partner Soundgear. Check them out here: Soundgear Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe! | |||
| 21 Sep 2022 | The Balance (Trouble At the Border) | 00:39:43 | |
On this episode, Cal talks about some trouble brewing at the Canadian border for waterfowl hunters. He also breaks down a favorite hunting story and location (Louisiana), changes at wmf, and an early season tip for you all! Leave us a review! Thanks for listening! | |||
| 10 Feb 2021 | What Shot Sizes We Use; Ten Minute Tuesday | 00:10:20 | |
In this episode of Ten Minute Tuesday we break down shot sizes and how we use them in different scenarios. | |||
| 21 Oct 2022 | Playin’ Bangers, Slingin Beef (MEAT RAFFLE) | 00:54:33 | |
Enter the Midwest Flyways x Betterfed Beef "Midwest Meat Raffle" by clicking the link here: FREE BEEF Today on the pod the boys are all in studio and we talk about: -Joey's recent adventure to acquire a pontoon/duck blind for one of our local spots. -Unhappiness had to be inevitable for our ancestors. -heavily shootable birds. -wild weddings Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | TMT; Walleye Tournament Cheaters | 00:13:43 | |
Ten Minute Tuesday topic this week: -Jacob Runyan and Chase Cominsky were caught this week at a Walleye Tournament weigh in with some added baggage. -The two had stuffed lead sinkers in the bellies of their weigh in fish to win the tournament. We break down this insane moment in tournament fishing. -Joey was once accused of helping a goose caller win a tournament.
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| 15 Sep 2023 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 03) “Pre-Season Predictions & Gavin Loves the Patriots” | 00:31:07 | |
Cal, Gavin and Carter give their bold pre-season predictions, proving some of us still might not know ball. Gavin even thinks the Patriots are going to be good. Yikes.
New Waterfowl Film out now! 15 BANDS IN ND Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 25 Jul 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Shortstopping Geese, Budget Hunting | 00:11:38 | |
Joined by Austin Schelander, we talk about what to do if you get short stopped by geese or if geese are landing in a different spot in the field you’re hunting. We also break down some good ways to hunt and be successful if you’re on a tight budget!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 12 Mar 2021 | All Things Dog Training with Gavin Kolles | 01:20:55 | |
Check out Camoretro - you won't regret it. This week we talk about top tips for dog training with Gavin Kolles. We did a Ten Minute Tuesday about dog training to give you all more info so check it out! | |||
| 01 Mar 2024 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 11) Top 10 QB’s, Trade Rumors | 00:53:09 | |
Gavin gets the podcast started with a question about the most important players on a football field and that leads us into a debated conversation about our top 15 Quarterbacks currently playing. We debate that and then talk a little NBA basketball, college hoops and more. We tried to keep things from getting too out of hand this week! Thanks for listening! New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 25 Feb 2025 | Heaven in Cold Bay with Charlie Summerville | 00:15:24 | |
This week Charlie Summerville and his daughter Stephanie join the show to talk about Cold Bay Alaska and the different types of hunting they take part in. One would commonly assume all of their hunting takes place on the ocean, but it doesn’t! We hear about all the different birds they hunt and the different ways they do it. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 22 Sep 2022 | 10 Minute Wednesday (Duck Opener 2022) | 00:14:43 | |
Conor and Cal breakdown New Fling, Steady Love, Old News - Duck Opener style and talk about some fun stuff coming out this week on the channel. Leave us a review! Thanks for listening! | |||
| 27 Nov 2024 | David Schuessler; Duck Hunting Traditions & Into The Vault | 01:19:59 | |
This week we had the chance to sit down with David Schuessler, National Director of Fundraising for Ducks Unlimited, to talk about his stories and memories hunting waterfowl from a young age. We also hear some about some crazy days in the field and David talks with us about an amazing event Ducks Unlimited is putting on called Into The Vault. This fundraiser has a bit of everything for everyone and you don’t want to miss it. Be sure to check it out at the link in the description. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and review!
Check out the Into the Vault auction: Into The Vault New Waterfowl Film out now! Goose Hunting in New York! Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU Get your Ducks Unlimited MN Gun Calendar: https://www.duckscalendar.org Or Venmo $64 with your phone number, name, and address to: @wcmndu (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 06 Jan 2021 | Kansas; Bobby Guy & Cody Stokes (Divebomb Founder) | 00:55:00 | |
Joey sits down to hang with Bobby Guy, Cody Stokes, the founder of Divebomb, and Cade Trickey. They talk all things hunting, what Bobby is up to at his new lodge and what Dive-bomb has planned for the future. | |||
| 24 Dec 2020 | Understanding Calling at Ducks and Geese | 00:51:51 | |
Breaking down how and when to call at birds as well as answering a lot of questions from our Instagram followers. Joey and Cal run through it all on this episode. If you want to submit a question, message us on Instagram! Merry Christmas everyone! | |||
| 13 Aug 2024 | Gamefair, Why Go? | 00:06:22 | |
This week Joey and Cal sit down in the Ducks Unlimited Studios at Gamefair to talk about why you might want to get out there and attend some of these outdoor shows. From meeting some of the people you’ve learned about hunting from to cool new products that haven’t fully hit the market yet, there’s so many good reasons to go. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 14 Oct 2024 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 14) “Bo Nix is the Next Tom Brady” | 01:13:36 | |
This week we have a lot of discussion about who actually knows ball in this room. Gavin and Carter practically compare Bo Nix to the best quarterback that ever lived, bringing into question their sanity (which was already in question). We also talk about Caleb Williams’ rough start and we talk about the current NFL standings. Also, are the Vikings the best team in football right now? Nobody expected this from Sam Darnold. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Last Minute Spread Change | 00:37:59 | |
Joey and Cal meet up to recap their trip to North Dakota with 24.7 and talk about what worked and what didn't while hunting fields and potholes alike. We also talk about some of our favorite moments of that week with some awesome friends and what made it all such a good trip. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 10 Nov 2022 | Uncle Spaulding ”It’s a Good Day To Die” | 01:00:26 | |
Cal and Joey sit down with a man who knows exactly what he's about: life experiences. Spending a week with the guys from 24.7 Hunt we got to meet Robert Spaulding, one of the most authentic people we've ever hunted with. We talk about our trip, duck hunting North Dakota with a huge group of awesome people who all love the same thing: hunting. This guy is genuinely one of the funniest people alive. Listen and you'll agree. We cried laughing throughout this podcast! He has like 8 different degrees and he loves hunting to his core. His life experiences are a true story! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 19 Oct 2021 | How Much Does Weather Affect Your Season? | 00:55:48 | |
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal talk about how much the weather during season affects your hunting success. Conor shot a wolf and we break that down. We talk upcoming hunts and what we've been up to! If you aren't using OnX Hunt please start; and use promo code MWF20 for 20% off your membership. If you're in the Midwest check out Kwik Trip, the only gas station worth stopping at! If you have a weird obsession with old Camo, or new Camo like we do then check out CamoRetro. Do us a favor and leave a quick rating of 5 stars! Don't forget to /SHOP | |||
| 10 Oct 2024 | Bad Dogs and Good Hunts | 01:03:42 | |
This week Cal and Gavin talk about dog training for hunting including some basic do’s and dont’s especially if you have a new puppy like Gavin does. With his new hunting buddy still learning and growing we thought it would be a good time to review some things you should know before getting a hunting dog and what you should expect to have to do to take that dog to a new level. We also do a crazy “Say Whatttt?!” segment and list our bucket list hunting destinations. Don’t miss it! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 03 Aug 2023 | Joe Heintz; Early Season, Crazy Hunts, Decoy Strategy | 01:29:35 | |
We figured this would be the perfect podcast to get everyone ready for early season goose hunting by bringing back one of our favorite recurring guests, Joe Heintz. Joe and Joey talk about early season goose hunting, a crazy hunt they shared in North Dakota last year and decoy strategy among other awesome topics all in the spirit of what’s coming shortly! Thanks for listening and please share this with a friend/leave a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 29 Sep 2023 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 04) “Early Season Overreactions, Tua Time” | 01:00:21 | |
Tua looks unbelievable and that’s a great place to start with our early season overreactions. We get all fired up about where each team is at to start the NFL season. We also talk about how bad the Oakland A’s are at giving gifts and Gavin is still riding the 49er bandwagon. Also, Eagles fans might just be bad people. Thanks for listening! Leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 2023 DUCK OPENER! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 30 Jul 2024 | Pigeon Hunting | 00:11:21 | |
Joey and Cal chat about pigeon hunting and why it’s the perfect off season hunting to get you ready for duck hunting. We talk benefits of pigeon hunting and some tips as well that will crossover from pigeon to waterfowl. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 13 Jun 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Water Hunting Techniques | 00:11:41 | |
This week on Ten Minute Tuesday; Cal, Joey, and Gavin talk about some different techniques for water hunting including some unusual tactics. Joey saves a duck and Gavin keeps things light. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 08 Jun 2023 | Snow Geese, 4 Turkeys in 4 Days | 01:06:12 | |
This week Cal, Joey and Hunter talk about Joey’s snow goose hunt, and Hunters 4 Turkeys in 4 days. We also enlighten Hunter on a must see movie. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 25 Jun 2024 | Cooking Wild Game | 00:17:22 | |
This week we’re joined by Cal’s brother, Micah who is an avid hunter and outdoorsman. We draft our favorite ways to prepare wild game and we lay out how to make it. We’ve had a chance to eat so many types of wild game and have learned to make some of our favorites. Is waterfowl your favorite wild game to cook? What’s your go to recipe? Send a DM and let us know! Thanks for listening and be sure to review and subscribe.
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 20 Aug 2024 | Team Calling; How to Help and Lead | 00:09:30 | |
This week we wanted to talk through some of the important points to remember when you get out in the field with friends this season, especially as it pertains to calling. You don’t have to be a contest caller to contribute on a hunt with callers that are better than you. Breaking down how and when to call can make the hunt that much better. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 18 Nov 2020 | Matt Rustad; "I'd Rather Shoot Pigeons" | 01:13:27 | |
Matt Rustad is a duck calling maniac and the new face of waterfowl hunting at Scheels Outdoors. He joins us on our podcast to talk about his experiences hunting in Minnesota and South Dakota. | |||
| 21 Feb 2025 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 20) Super Bowl Recap, Gavin Was Right | 01:17:00 | |
Well the Eagles kicked the crap out of the Chiefs and Gavin has never been more right in his whole life. He takes a brutal victory lap and rubs it in with Cal and Nathaniel. We talk about what we expected versus what actually happened, including what went right and what went wrong for both teams. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 18 Apr 2025 | Sports Guyz Only; Rory Almost Chokes | 00:46:45 | |
It’s been 11 years since Rory McIlroy won a major. He’s choked away many opportunities but Nathaniel had never bet on him before, until this past week. Nathaniel placed his dinner bet on Rory to the shock of everyone and lo and behold it finally happened. Turns out, Rory has Nathaniel to thank as his good luck charm and Carter has to take an earful from Nathaniel after all the chirping following his 36% performance in the NCAA basketball bracket. We also talk NBA playoffs and make our predictions even though we sound like a bunch of homers. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
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| 02 Apr 2024 | How to ACTUALLY Hunt a Loaf Pond | 00:08:24 | |
Hunting a loaf pond can be a little tricky. It’s hard to know how to set the spread and what the birds you’re going to be hunting have actually been seeing. Joey and Cal have some advice to help avoid those birds from short stopping you. We also talk about a few ways you can set decoys to give a more realistic look to your spread. Have questions? Shoot us a DM and let us know how we can help! Thanks for following along and let us know what we can talk about next!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 26 Dec 2023 | Waterfowl Bands | 00:15:49 | |
Austin Schelander joins the guys to talk about the bands that he’s shot and their stories. We also chat about bands in general and their relevance all of us duck and goose hunters. Thanks for listening and leave us a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! 111 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 14 Jul 2023 | (Bonus) Kansas Buckles Down, Gamefair and Good Hunts | 01:05:46 | |
This week the boys sit down to talk about Kansas telling out staters how it’s gonna be by changing their access. We also preview an upcoming gamefair and summer show szn along with a look back at some good hunts.
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 13 Feb 2024 | Snow Goose Prep | 00:10:12 | |
Cal and Joey talk about an ideal snow goose hunt and start to think about spring conservation as our normal duck and goose seasons around the country are coming to a close. Snow goose hunting is always a touchy topic as it can be feast or famine. The best times are usually about putting together the right crew. Thanks for listening! New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Listener Questions Part 2 | 00:08:41 | |
Part 2 of listener questions! Listen to part 1 if you haven’t already. Just Joey and Cal answering some of the most common questions we get asked ranging from duck and goose calls to shot sizes and hunting strategy. Leave a review or rating!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 2023 DUCK OPENER! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP
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| 05 Jun 2025 | Joe Heintz Pt. 1; Northline Calls and Migrator Hunts | 01:28:00 | |
Joe Heintz is back with us in the new studio as our most recurring guest. Joe has been busy designing and building his new call company, Northline Calls. If you listened to TMT this week then you got to hear Joe blow those calls on the podcast and they sound awesome. We talk about a bunch of different topics including crazy people online, Joe’s favorite migrator hunts, and Egyptian geese. Joe breaks out his new lanyard extension for 2025 and talks about how long the thing can really get. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 28 Oct 2024 | Twins Pitcher Chris Paddack; “More Than Baseball” | 01:22:59 | |
This week our friend Chris Paddack joins the show. Chris is a pitcher for the Minnesota Twins and the owner of Mad Duck Outfitters, a waterfowl guide service based in Texas. Chris is passionate about others experiencing the outdoors and one of his goals is to push athletes from all levels and all sports to get outside and experience hunting and fishing. We talk about his experience so far starting a guide service and his plans beyond baseball. We also chat life, and especially life as a professional athlete. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Goose Hunting in New York! Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 21 Jul 2023 | THE DRAFT -Wade Shoemaker- “Guys Not to F*ck With at the Boat Launch” | 00:21:51 | |
NEW SEGMENT ALERT The Draft is a game we play where we break into teams and draft different characters back and forth based on a category. This weeks category is: “Guys Not to F*ck With at the Boat Launch” and we had a blast recording. Please drop a comment to let us know what you thought of it and if you have any good ideas for future categories!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 14 Apr 2020 | Snow Goose Trials with Wade Shoemaker & Jeff Smith | 00:34:50 | |
Joey, Jeff, and Wade talk about their snow goose hunting difficulties from the weekend. | |||
| 03 Jun 2025 | Joe Heintz; Goose Calling Breakdown + Team Calling | 00:16:02 | |
This week we had our friend, Joe Heintz stop by the new studio and sit down for a long podcast that’ll be coming later this week on Thursday. While he was here, we wanted to have him break down some calling situations. At the same time, we got Joe and Joey to do some team calling so you guys could hear what said can sound like when two people are on the same page and working together. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | Snow Goose Hunting Tips with Nick Johnson (Q&A) | 00:18:54 | |
We asked what you wanted to hear from Nick J and he delivers. From becoming a dad, to spring snow goose advice and competition duck calling. Tune in for some great info from Nick and leave us a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! 111 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 25 Oct 2022 | TMT; Scouting Tips | 00:09:05 | |
On Ten Minute Tuesday we talk about some easy tips that will help you make the most of your scouting and how it relates to your success hunting! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 24 Aug 2022 | The Truth About the Industry | 00:49:48 | |
Bienvenidos! In this episode of the Midwest Flyways podcast, Cal and Conor talk about the ins and outs of the waterfowl industry. We break down some truths behind sponsorships, how small the market actually is, and how you can get into the industry. NEW MERCH IS OUT: /SHOP Podcast is brought to you by our partner Soundgear. Check them out here: Soundgear Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe! | |||
| 04 Jun 2024 | Back In Time, When the Skies Were Black | 00:08:04 | |
This week for TMT, we discuss a listener suggestion we got on Instagram. If you could choose any time period to go back to and hunt for a few days, which would it be? Joey and Cal both talk about taking a trip back in time to when “the skies were black”. Carter shares his ideal time to go back and hunt as well and we talk pros and cons of hunting in that time as well as what we’d hope to see. Thanks for listening and be sure to suggest some other topics for us as well! Subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 28 Mar 2022 | HOT TOPIC: Shooting the Roost | 00:47:28 | |
Joey and Cal discuss an extremely hot topic on this weeks podcast; Shooting the Roost. Many of us have done it, some of us haven't. Opinions are different on when it's acceptable if ever. We also chat about what products in the industry need to change and how waterfowl can progress from a gear perspective. Don't miss it! NEW MERCH IS OUT Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe! /SHOP | |||
| 02 Mar 2021 | What is Camoretro | Ten Minute Tuesday | 00:13:10 | |
Back in 2016 we had the chance to hunt with an old timer that offered up his retro shirt to Joey just because he had showed interest in it. Since then we have had our eyes out for retro apparel that used to be the go-tos for hunting. Camoretro is the answer to that and so much more. Check them out and leave us a review! This is also on YouTube here | |||
| 16 Sep 2024 | Matt Judy; Wigeon Whisperer/Goat Herder | 01:08:02 | |
Matt Judy joins the podcast to talk about hunting in the Pacific Northwest and what he loves so much about it. Just incase you missed it, Matt is the wigeon whisperer, known for his insane wigeon hunts and hunting travel across the country. One thing you don’t know about him: he’s pretty much a full time goat farmer now. Tune in for this one and hear about Matt’s hunts across the US! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 23 Jul 2024 | Upland Update with Ben Brettingen | 00:12:16 | |
Ben Brettingen, upland hunting aficionado and one of our favorite guests, joins us to give you an update on upland hunting, changes that have happened and how bird numbers are looking. For all you upland guys and girls out there you won’t want to miss it. Ben has tons of knowledge and experience hunting upland birds. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 21 Oct 2022 | Joe Heintz; Trailer Park Meter Man | 01:19:35 | |
Welcome to Midwest Flyways video podcasts! Joe Heintz joins us in studio to talk about his summer job at the trailer park, how to be a better goose hunter, and some of his upcoming plans and goals. We have a blast and laugh our way through it all! Don't miss a chance to soak it up from one of the best goose hunters in the country. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 11 Dec 2020 | Does Canada Shoot All Our Birds? | 00:56:56 | |
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored, Conor and Cal cover some juicy topics and Conor gets a little conspiracy theory weird on us. Give it a listen and leave a review for us! | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | Banded Bird Memories | 00:11:31 | |
We sit down with Ron Hendrickson who owns geese as pets and has also hunted waterfowl for many years. He brought a few of his old bands to the studio and we talk about some of his favorite memories from shooting banded birds throughout the years. Not only did Ron bring some bands, he brought one of his actual geese, Pablo to the studio to hang with the boys. Do not miss this weeks episodes for more!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 11 Jul 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Hunting Gear Ideas | 00:11:27 | |
This week we talk about some awesome ideas we have for easy improvements to some waterfowl hunting products and gear that we can’t believe aren’t already out there. What gear are you guys looking for that nobody’s figured out yet?
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 15) Chiefs Are Scary, Vikings Are Fun | 00:33:04 | |
Cal and Carter sit down for a podcast fresh off the first Vikings loss of the year. The Chiefs are looking worse than ever and still know how to beat anyone, anytime. Which is a scary deal for the rest of the NFL. We also talk Deshaun Watson’s injury and what the Raiders are going to do now with O’Connell out. Are there any teams that could use Bryce Young or is he just done? Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Goose Hunting in New York! Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 20 Feb 2024 | Duck & Goose Calling Practice | 00:14:51 | |
Joey sits down with Cal to walk through some of the most common issues people have when learning to blow a duck and goose call. These few simple tips may help you while you practice this off season. We also talk about some of the mental hurdles and how to approach practice with the right mindset. Thanks for listening and leave us a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 03 Feb 2023 | Farewell Duck Season | 01:01:46 | |
On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey and Cal sit down in Cal's home studio where the balance is recorded for a change of scenery. We talk about different regulations, crazy stories we've heard of and preview our trip to see some friends as we closed out duck season 2022. It was an incredible year and we couldn't have done it without our followers and listeners. Leave us a review and help us get to 1,000 reviews! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 27 Jun 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Taxidermy, Do’s and Dont’s | 00:15:08 | |
This week’s Ten Minute Tuesday is all about Taxidermy. When you decide you finally want to mount a bird, where do you go? What does it cost? We break down what to expect and what to look out for.
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 31 Dec 2020 | Listener Questions Ep. 1; Girls, Gear and Weather | 00:22:16 | |
Listener Questions is a new weekly series we're doing where we compile a list of questions that you guys submit and we answer a few each week that kinda work together. This week we talk about girlfriends in the blind, favorite waterfowl products, and other topics. Give us a shout on Instagram or email us at www.midwestflyways.com to submit a question! | |||
| 12 Oct 2023 | Duck Season is Here, Canada Preview | 01:01:19 | |
Joey and Cal talk about duck season being here and the hunts we’ve been on so far. We look back a bit on Duck opener, and tell some fun stories. Also looking ahead to our trip to Canada and our expectations for the trip! Let us know what you wanna hear more about and leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 2023 DUCK OPENER! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP
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| 30 Jan 2025 | Cinnamon Teal, Secret Carry on Luggage | 01:00:19 | |
This week Joey and Carter meet up to talk about Joeys recent hunt where he shot a banded cinnamon teal. He also talks about bringing birds home in his carry on luggage, what’s happening at shot show, and his duck call being stuck bad on his recent trip. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 01 Oct 2024 | Sneak Boats | 00:18:22 | |
This week for TMT we wanted to talk about sneak boats! Joey and Gavin chat about their plans to hunt with their sneak boats. We go through pros and cons and what we like about the chances they give you! We also know there are some negatives to consider. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 30 Apr 2021 | Layouts On a Sandbar, Group Hunting...You Asked, We Answered | 00:55:00 | |
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we answer some of your questions and talk about some cool hunting scenarios. Thanks to Camoretro for sponsoring this episode! Check them out to buy and sell hunting gear. Leave us a review! Cause that helps. | |||
| 21 Sep 2023 | Conor Olstad; On the Road, In the Woods | 01:01:54 | |
Conor Olstad joins the guys this week to catch up on what he’s been up to and some of his most recent adventures. He’s never home and always in the woods.
New Waterfowl Film out now! 2023 DUCK OPENER! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP
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| 04 Mar 2025 | Waterfowl Taxidermy | 00:13:38 | |
This week we talk a little bit about waterfowl taxidermy. If you’ve ever mounted a prize bird then you know there are differing prices and skill levels of taxidermists. Some have many years of practice while others are just getting started. That doesn’t always mean one is better than the other especially if someone specializes in waterfowl or focuses only on bird taxidermy. We discuss the difficulty of taxidermy and what makes the greats so good. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 03 Oct 2024 | NY Recap, Current Conditions | 01:39:37 | |
Joey is fresh off his trip to New York and Gavin is planning out his year. The boys sit down to recap what they’ve been up to lately, including traveling to hunt and what things have been like around home in Minnesota. It’s been hot and we need some cold weather to push new birds into the states. We also talk a bit about growing up hunting deer with lots of people thinking about deer season right around the corner! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 11 Apr 2024 | Trap Shooting: Helps or Hurts? | 00:56:56 | |
With Cal out this week, Joey and Carter talk about trap shooting and how it relates to shooting birds. Especially in the off season, we’re always looking for ways to improve as hunters. Lots of folks shoot trap to stay sharp with their shotgun. We talk about whether or not this is an effective way to become a better waterfowl shooter. They also talk about the best guys you can bring with you on a hunt, and Joey calls Carters dad. Thanks for listening and watching! Be sure to subscribe to get all of our content! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 09 Sep 2021 | Early Teal Preview | 00:52:15 | |
The Midwest Flyways Podcast is an authentic take on duck and goose hunting. In this episode we talk about hunting geese in ND, early teal in MN and our upcoming plans. Stay tuned for more great podcasts. Leave us a rating or review! | |||
| 26 Sep 2024 | Jordan Davenport & Fisher Noland; Foggy Mornings in New York | 01:06:23 | |
This week Joey and Carter were out in New York hunting with our buddies from Twin Valley Outfitters, Jordan and Fisher. Hunting in New York was truly unbelievable and one of those crazy experiences you need to see first hand. You can feel the history in all the surrounding areas and hunting on land that has been being farmed for hundreds of years was incredible. The fog rolled thick but the boys had a blast. Tune in to hear more about our experience! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 31 Jan 2025 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 18) Mahomes Legacy Being Tainted? | 01:03:36 | |
Are the missed calls in the Buffalo vs. KC series tainting Patrick Mahomes legacy as he looks to become the new GOAT? This week we discuss a debated topic concerning Patrick Mahomes and what he’s really looking to accomplish in his career. We discuss the Buffalo Bills vs. Chiefs saga and ask whether or not these little calls being missed are changing the outcome of the game. How can they not be? We also talk quarterbacks being too protected now and how the NFL needs to change its tendencies to improve the game. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 20 Jun 2023 | Ten Minute Tuesday: Duck Hunting + Social Media | 00:17:47 | |
Cal, Joey and Carter talk about the effect social media has had on hunting pressure, a negative stigma and some of the positives it can provide if it’s used properly. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 14 Nov 2024 | Dylan Farrell; Band Chaser | 00:47:46 | |
This week we sit down with our friend, Dylan Farrell to chat about all things Duck and goose hunting. Dylan shares a bunch of awesome stories from his hunting career so far, including some epic band hunts. Dylan has enough of these band stories to make you sick if you’ve been dreaming about shooting your first band. We also talk about his path into the outdoor industry and how he got his start. Don’t miss this one! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Goose Hunting in New York! Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU Get your Ducks Unlimited MN Gun Calendar: https://www.duckscalendar.org Or Venmo $64 with your phone number, name, and address to: @wcmndu (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 24 Dec 2024 | Sketchy Season | 00:11:25 | |
Merry Christmas to all of our listeners! With all this new ice and snow in Minnesota, we wanted to do a quick Ten Minute Tuesday on some basic safety reminders for hunters that are in the thick of some late season hunting. Ice, cold water, slushy rivers and snow packed fields present some of the best hunting opportunities. With it, comes a lot more danger and the need for a sharpened awareness. We highlight a few pieces of this and hope our listeners will be smart while closing out the year! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU Get your Ducks Unlimited MN Gun Calendar: https://www.duckscalendar.org Or Venmo $64 with your phone number, name, and address to: @wcmndu (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 16 Mar 2021 | So you want to get a hunting dog (Part 2) Ten Minute Tuesday | 00:11:53 | |
Today we have Gavin Kolles back on the podcast with us to talk more about the decision and process of training a hunting dog. If you have had or ever want to get a hunting dog, give it a listen. Watch on YouTube as well a https://youtu.be/_xOjO8w6r6g Check out some merch at Midwestflyways.com/shop | |||
| 18 Jan 2024 | Ben Brettingen; Dream Hunting Locations, Canada Hunts | 00:56:37 | |
This week Cal sits down with our good buddy Ben Brettingen from onXhunt. Ben is on the road constantly and his stories are pretty much never ending. He spent some good time in Canada this year so we chat about his experience there including stacked up mallards and getting permission. We also share some of our dream hunt locations and situations and reminisce on some good times we’ve had. When you think about the kind of guy you want working at your favorite hunting brands trying to make them even better, Ben is that guy. Leave us a review and thanks for listening! New Waterfowl Film out now! 111 Birds in Canada! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 29 Oct 2024 | Chris Paddack: Most Important Hunting Factors Then vs. Now | 00:17:19 | |
Twins Pitcher Chris Paddack joins us for a ten minute Tuesday talking about what he thinks the most important aspect to waterfowl hunting is now versus what he thought when he first started hunting. Over years of hunting, our perspectives change and so does our focus on the details of the hunt. What did you think was super important when you were young that you don’t put as much emphasis on now? Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Goose Hunting in New York! Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 28 May 2024 | Hype Me Up with Ben Marleau | 00:13:31 | |
Joey and Gavin are joined by Ben Marleau from Beavertail/DOA to draft their favorite hype songs for before the hunt. Send us your favorite hype songs for our playlist this year! Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review and subscribe for more waterfowl content! New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 25 Apr 2024 | Logan Webster; 60 vs. 90 Day Season, Duck Land Management | 00:59:41 | |
Our good friend Logan Webster joins us this week for an in depth conversation. We talk about his upbringing chicken farming and what he’s doing to help chicken farmers. This leads us to chicken feet and apparently how they’re a delicacy. Who knew? We also debate a 60 vs. 90 day season and how each has its pros and cons. We’ve long discussed moving the season back in Minnesota and this debate gets into that a little bit as well. Things wrap up with conversation about land management for ducks and some of the ways Logan thinks through improvements to their duck club in Arkansas. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Also leave a review on Apple and Spotify!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 16 Aug 2021 | Hunt AND Keep Your Girlfriend w/ Kristin Vassallo | 00:58:09 | |
In this episode we sit down with an older, wiser Vassallo. Joey's sister Kristin walks us through the ins and outs of women in the industry and how to not sacrifice your relationship for hunting. Something every waterfowl hunter needs to know! Leave us a review or just quit listening. | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Derek Helms; Shenanigans and Stories From the Dusty Trail | 01:23:46 | |
Our great buddy, Wild man Derek Helms joins the podcast and we hear about his stories and experiences from life on the run lately. He might have spent more days in the field than anyone we know. From hunting lodges to filming a hunting show with a real perspective and a new podcast sponsor! Thanks for listening!
New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 23 Mar 2021 | Using Advanced Duck Calling (Part 2) | Ten Minute Tuesday | 00:12:39 | |
In this Ten Minute Tuesday we break down how and when to use advanced duck calling techniques. Give it a listen and subscribe for more awesome content! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hos0KOlOGUg Listen or watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/OSTqtFvOEr0 Duck Calling Tutorials: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJf6ZzjJz7oJMSfhGVVUPKe-T-CUxU8-8
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| 07 Feb 2025 | Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 19) Luka Trade, Super Bowl Predictions | 01:10:22 | |
This week we had some weather move into MN that made travel a bit difficult so we tried out a virtual podcast. Apologies for any crappy audio you might hear, we’re working on fixing audio quality for these should we need to be virtual again. This week we discuss the insane Luka trade to the Lakers and why anyone would ever make this trade in the first place. We also talk Super Bowl preview and make our picks and predictions for the big game. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 18 Jun 2020 | Instagram Betrayal | 01:00:27 | |
In this episode the crew is joined by the other man behind the lens, Nate Hite. We talk about our instagram blunders, hunting, and what we have planned. | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | Ashur Tolliver; Memories Worth Making | 01:14:35 | |
Ashur Tolliver joins us to talk about what he’s been up to, places he’s been and ducks he’s hunted. We reminisce as Ashur talks about being a young kid chasing ducks and not knowing exactly what he was doing with his buddies but they figured it out over time. We also talk a little about how baseball relates to hunting and how Ashur was able to translate that passion for baseball back into his career and hunting following his baseball career. Dont miss this one! Thanks for listening and be sure to like and subscribe!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||
| 20 Aug 2022 | Live and Learn with Alex Langbell and David Maestas | 01:42:06 | |
Alex Langbell from GunDog Outdoors and David Maestas from The Finisher join us for an awesome conversation this week! Alex Langbell is a well known figure in the waterfowl industry. His background is expansive, from guiding and filming to producing some of the most successful waterfowl tv shows ever made. David created and owns The Finisher and is an innovator in the outdoor market. We sit down with these two and talk about Gamefair, owning a business in the outdoor space, and lots more about life and hunting. Don't miss it!
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| 25 Jul 2024 | Ben Brettingen; MEA Weekend Was Lit | 01:30:13 | |
This week we’re joined by our friend, Ben Brettingen from onX. We talk about who has been instrumental in Ben’s passion and success in both hunting and his professional career in the outdoors. We also talk about Ben’s MEA weekend trips with the boys hunting birds and more hunting stories and memories. Things get wild for The Draft “Worst Guys To Drink With” and we recap the current political climate. Thanks for listening and be sure to review and subscribe!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Better Merch: /SHOP | |||