Explore every episode of the podcast Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible
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| Conservation with Kurt Ratzlaff, Jon's Shotgun Win, Alpha-Gal Ticks, and More Ice Cream Debates | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:58:49 | |
In this week’s episode of the Meatgistics podcast, Jon and Austin welcome Kurt Ratzlaff from Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) to discuss the latest in conservation efforts. Kurt shares valuable insights and updates on preserving our natural habitats. Meanwhile, Jon celebrates receiving the shotgun he won, and the team dives into the concerning topic of new alpha-gal ticks. To top it all off, they reignite their top-tier ice cream debates, making for a lively and engaging discussion. Tune in for a mix of conservation, celebration, and some sweet arguments! | |||
| Hunting, Fishing & Processing: The Wild Side of Meat with Travis Frank Take Two | 28 Mar 2025 | 01:41:50 | |
After a failed first attempt, we’re back with Travis Frank for a much-anticipated conversation! This time, we dive into meat processing, Walton’s top tools, and the state of wild game populations, including upland bird conservation. Travis shares insights on habitat changes, hunting trends, and the future of outdoor sports. We also discuss the importance of gun safety training and responsible hunting practices. Plus, Travis talks about his experiences hunting alongside legends like Dale Earnhardt Jr. and former NFL coach Mike Zimmer. Whether you’re passionate about hunting, grilling, or just great stories from the field, this episode is packed with can’t-miss conversations! | |||
| Leprechaun Outfits, Notre Dame Songs, Salsas, Dips, and the Latest Meat News! | 24 Jan 2025 | 00:50:11 | |
In this lively episode, Austin finally dons the leprechaun outfit and performs the iconic Notre Dame fight song! We indulge in a variety of salsas and dips, tasting bold flavors and discussing their perfect pairings with all things meat. Alongside the food fun, we dive into the latest meat industry news and share some juicy stories to keep you in the loop. Get ready for a mix of laughs, music, and all the meat knowledge you crave! | |||
| Lightning Steak | 03 Feb 2023 | 01:13:37 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin discuss a multitude of topics. How tall is the tallest cow? Most cattle ever struck by lightning? What the state bird really should be, and what seasoning goes best on wildcat? Listen to their answers and a lot more, right now! | |||
| Steak Yums | 27 Jan 2023 | 01:08:31 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try to sizzle up some instant steak on the podcast, can't be worse than the last protein they tried! What's your worst sandwich experience ever? Milk is to nut as fake meat is to real meat? Just listen, trust me. Enjoy this meat-heavy episode. | |||
| Playing Possum | 21 Jan 2023 | 01:29:16 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin eat... Possum. They find out if this particular protein actually makes for good eats or not. They discuss new punishment options for their weight loss challenge and what's worse, the wheel of torture or a vegan diet? You help decide. | |||
| Food Movie | 06 Jan 2023 | 00:58:33 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin discuss which food skyrocketed to the mainstream after being in a movie. They also try mystery meat! Which seasoning is it? I don't think we will truly ever know. That, and meat news right now, enjoy! | |||
| Freezer Burn | 30 Dec 2022 | 01:12:00 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin eat some leftover ribeye. They concoct a snack for the ages. Plus... A HUGE weigh-in. The guys start their weight loss challenge, I wonder what the loser will have to endure? Meat news to follow, enjoy! | |||
| Merry Christmas | 23 Dec 2022 | 01:30:41 | |
Listen along as Jon time travels and is joined by two guests! Enjoy a Merry Christmas intro with Jon and Austin, then get ready to switch gears to our pal from BHA, Kurt Ratzlaff. He and Jon, catch up and dive into new hunting stories and... of course, meat processing, beer, and wild game. Happy Holidays from everyone at Walton's. | |||
| Sausage Taste Test | 16 Dec 2022 | 00:55:13 | |
Listen along as the guys are joined by what else, more Waltons! Brett and Dylan sit in on this episode to help taste some meat, summer sausage in particular. They try all the summer sausage seasonings possible, and even an extra one we don't sell. Buckle up, there's a lot of chewing, enjoy! | |||
| Sweet Treats | 09 Dec 2022 | 01:11:40 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin dive into some special treats sent in just for them. Jon has a peculiar bone dilemma, and meat matters brings with it a realty chicken coop unwanted discount. I promise that the last part will make sense, enjoy this episode of the Meatgistics podcast! | |||
| Why We Need Patrick | 02 Dec 2022 | 00:57:39 | |
Listen along as Jon and eventually Austin talk about the Cyber-Monday and Black Friday Livestream and Sales, what we have upcoming and they test out a new Excalibur Marinade. Also, this is the first episode that Jon ever had to edit, so excuse any sound issues! In Meat Matters they discuss claims based meat, is Jon too old to digest meat and a bizarre article about meat eating being masculine and why that's apparently a bad thing. | |||
| Absolutely Pumped | 25 Nov 2022 | 00:59:10 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try some pheasant and quail with prosciutto, bacon, and cream cheese... yeah, it was good! Strap up for holiday sales and hear tales from Jon's most recent hunting outing and a funny story from a gas station. Happy Black Friday! | |||
| Dry Cures & Wild Pursuits: New Golden Doritos Flavor? Crazy Meat Spices and Additives & Jons Week of Vacation | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:40:45 | |
This week, the Meatgistics crew dives into a whirlwind of flavors and fun! We kick things off with a taste test of four perfectly finished dry-cured sausages that have everyone debating their favorite. Next, it’s time to unpack a massive bag of golden sriracha seasoning—spoiler alert: it’s a game-changer. We also explore the world of insane additives with a Meatgistics user, questioning how far science can take flavor. | |||
| Oh, Yes Deer! | 18 Nov 2022 | 01:12:07 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try some of the delicious back-straps from Jon's first deer kill of the season. They dive into some of their favorite seasonings to pair with wild game and, of course, meat matters and news to follow. Plus, news on a new injector. Enjoy, I know they sure did! | |||
| Ready Rest | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:32:47 | |
Jon sits down and talks to Sam from Ready Rest, a product that makes even long days of upland hunting more comfortable and safer for all ages and skill levels. They discuss the product's inception, and its features and provide a coupon code for listeners who want to purchase one. | |||
| We Meat Again | 04 Nov 2022 | 00:38:53 | |
Listen along as the guys welcome back the one and only, Brett Walton CEO/Owner of Walton's. They all scarf down a variation of the current faux meat trend, steak tips* (Not Real Steak). Also, did you know a Meat recession is coming? That and they catch you up on meat news and their plans for future hunting trips, enjoy! | |||
| Eating Eel | 28 Oct 2022 | 01:00:16 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try out eel! They found out if it will bbq, try some other items from the fridge and debated whether a brat can even be considered a burger. That and more meat news, right now! | |||
| Mentor Today | 21 Oct 2022 | 01:06:17 | |
Listen along as Jon is joined by our old pal, Mike Christensen from Pass it On Outdoor Mentors. He catches us up on all things pass it on, how he spent this last summer, and how you can become involved in this awesome program. That, and a lot of meat news Jon despises for you to enjoy! | |||
| From Around the Globe | 14 Oct 2022 | 01:09:44 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin eat more food, this time popular food from around the globe. Austin first raves about pork liver pate, then we move on to canned octopus and finish up with a really nice jerky alternative. Plus, Jon's fishing trip in MN, What could have possibly gone wrong? | |||
| Misteaks Were Made | 07 Oct 2022 | 01:09:16 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin eat some steaks cooked, or rather charred, by Jon. Another debate on internal cooking temperature, news out of Arkansas on meat matters, and much more! | |||
| Kangaroo Burgers | 30 Sep 2022 | 00:52:27 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try Kangaroo meat. Instant gut reactions to follow. Then they hop between discussions of continued surging meat prices and what it really means to rescue. Enjoy! | |||
| Chief Upland | 23 Sep 2022 | 00:51:02 | |
Listen along as Austin and Jon speak with Jake Lindemann, Owner of Chief Upland, about his line of upland hunting gear. He dives into his journey of entrepreneurship and what keeps him going with his daily grind. Jon tries on his new gear and experiences the first ever fully customizable front-loading upland hunting vest, enjoy! | |||
| Wild Flavor | 09 Sep 2022 | 01:08:43 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin taste test three seasonings and give you a snap review. That's right an eating episode, listen at your own chewing risk. The guys prep all their snacksticks, brats, and jerky for zoobilee. Plus an interesting segment of meat matters, enjoy! | |||
| Christmas Casings, Meat Stories, and Year in Review | 20 Dec 2024 | 00:53:11 | |
In this episode, we kick off the holiday spirit by sampling summer sausage made with our brand-new Christmas-themed casings—perfect for your festive meat creations! We also take a look back at the year, recapping highlights from Walton’s and sharing our favorite meat stories and moments. Tune in for some laughs, savory insights, and a sneak peek at what’s to come in the meat world.
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| Western Legacy Development Corporation | 05 Sep 2022 | 00:31:31 | |
Jon and Austin speak with Curtis Harper, COO of Western Legacy Development Corporation, to hear exactly what it takes to start up an 8,000-head-a-day cattle facility. What is the perception of those already in the industry? They talk about the positives and negatives one will definitely encounter in this venture to build the biggest plant in North America. | |||
| Bratfest 2022 Wrap-up | 26 Aug 2022 | 01:04:55 | |
Listen along as the guys wrap up the weekend that was Bratfest 2022! Who dunked who the most, and how much money did we raise for the Air Capital Flyers? Meat straws, where do we draw the line? How well can a vegan detect meat served by in-laws? And a pickle a cure and a marinade, oh my! Do I smell twinkies? | |||
| Solid Foundation | 19 Aug 2022 | 01:19:02 | |
Listen along as Jon talks yet again with Owner, Brett Walton, and Senior Accounts Manager Kurt Carter. This time... to get the inside scoop. What exactly does it take to make some of the best sausages in the country? Hear the tips, tricks, and stories that come with years of soaking knowledge of all things in the meat processing industry. There may be a beer or three involved, enjoy! | |||
| The Food Episode | 12 Aug 2022 | 01:15:38 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try yet another protein with the zesty mojo seasoning, shrimp this time. Austin becomes a taste tester and guesses some awesome brat flavors. Does fake jerky taste better minus the teriyaki? And Jon has a few choice words for those who meat shame in news articles, enjoy! | |||
| Snake It Until You Make It | 05 Aug 2022 | 00:45:51 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin get themselves hissed off and try some snake! They give you their reactions, talk about the real monsters that walk on four legs, dive into the origins of mad cow and say... what is the difference between a croc and gator? A full animalistic episode from the guys, enjoy! | |||
| Chicken Cereal | 29 Jul 2022 | 00:51:56 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin taste test a few items. They try our new Mojo seasoning on some chicken breasts and finish it up with a heaping pile of breakfast cereals. Plus, a long list of meat matters to get your weekend started right, enjoy! | |||
| Say No to Slugs | 22 Jul 2022 | 01:02:20 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin discuss what they might eat next, sounds like a snake is on deck! Enjoy breakfast sausage? The guys look to add an insert to the quick patty maker to do just that. They also show off an exclusive Brat Fest 2022 hat and try a Japanese beef stew treat and could Jon eat mashed potatoes again? | |||
| No Thanks, I’m Full | 15 Jul 2022 | 00:58:41 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin give their review of a non-traditional protein on the newly reinstated segment of Will it BBQ? Beaver Tail. Plus, who exactly eats hotdogs, what's the deal with grass-fed, and what's new about our stuffing tubes? These questions answered and a lot more meat matters stories on this week's episode. | |||
| The Kitchen Invitation | 08 Jul 2022 | 00:59:21 | |
Listen Along as Jon meets with a registered dietitian, Jessi Holden, to discuss nutrition. Find out why she's anti-diet, and how she helps others find their own path in the kitchen through food and self-care. If you care about food storage, you won't want to miss this one. | |||
| The Meat Sweats | 01 Jul 2022 | 01:05:58 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin discuss the meat sweats! They talk about upcoming guests, show what it means to be a true Patriot, and chow down on some new flavors that both happen to include ginger. Plus, meat matters, and a review of a new commercial collaboration we can't get enough of, enjoy! | |||
| Deer Camp Adventures: Hunting, History, and Sausage Stories in SE Kansas | 13 Dec 2024 | 00:55:23 | |
In this episode of the Meatgistics Podcast, Jon sits down with Todd King from a Southeast Kansas deer camp to recount their unforgettable experiences. From hunting deer and time spent at the gun range to uncovering local history and perfecting sausage processing, they dive into everything that makes deer camp special. Join us for an engaging conversation about the camaraderie, challenges, and rewards of the hunting lifestyle
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| We the People | 24 Jun 2022 | 01:03:03 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin discuss what (or what not to) put on a steak. They talk about potentially unusual methods of dry curing, argue about cheese temperature, and show off some seriously patriotic new threads. You won't want to miss this, check it out! | |||
| Cases of Seasoning | 17 Jun 2022 | 01:00:57 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin eat food! We received a tremendous amount of seasonings from Excalibur, help us pick our new favorites. Jon is also on the hunt for crazy news stories, 4 out of 5 meat eaters recommend this podcast, hope you enjoy it! | |||
| R-Calf USA | 10 Jun 2022 | 01:01:31 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin meet with Bill Bullard, CEO of R-Calf USA. They discuss what it takes to maintain dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle industry. R-Calf USA is the collective voice of U.S. cattle/sheep producers, in domestic and international trade and marketing issues. | |||
| Return of Will it BBQ? | 03 Jun 2022 | 00:55:14 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin reveal the list of not-so-typical proteins they will soon loath to consume. What is Nashville Hot, and is it overused? This and all your meat processing news in one awesome location. Check out the Meatgistics Podcast. | |||
| Almost Summer | 27 May 2022 | 01:00:12 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin try out some juicy drumsticks that helped get their tenderness from pineapple?! They also, drumroll… reveal their plans for Brat Fest 2022 at Walton’s headquarters in Wichita, KS. More details to come. But for now, relax and get caught up on all things meat news and processing related with the help of the Meatgistics Podcast. | |||
| Stay Sharp | 20 May 2022 | 00:52:10 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin are back from their trip to Montana, so naturally, they have stories. The guys also play guess the protein and seasoning, plus somebody takes a shot with the salt gun. New blade alert and all things meat news. | |||
| On the Road | 13 May 2022 | 00:54:53 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin are stuck in the truck traveling to Missoula, Montana, as they head to Rendevous put on by BHA. They spot wildlife, talk meat news and fight the urge to pee. Check it out and enjoy! | |||
| Just a Spoonful | 06 May 2022 | 00:48:34 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin do a taste test. Austin has brought some peculiar eats with him. Can Jon guess what it is? Also, relief is now available for those who suffer being bit by the lone star tick if they want to consume bacon from genetically modified pigs. Oh, and by the way, how early is too early to talk about probiotics? Enjoy. https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ | |||
| Meat of a Different Color | 29 Apr 2022 | 00:51:39 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin discuss who interrupts the boss more… But more importantly, they discuss and see what chemical changes in myoglobin can do to your meat. Are we at the apex of meat processing technology? And, what exactly is needed to make a raw snack stick edible? We ask all the tough questions on this installment of the Meatgistics Podcast. https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ | |||
| Stay in School | 22 Apr 2022 | 00:53:33 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin review Jon’s most recent adventure. A trip to Iowa State University for a short course in Dry & Semi-Dry Sausage. The guys also fry up a couple of types of bacon, give their opinions on home meal delivery services, and Jon gives an update to a very special list. Enjoy! https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ | |||
| Corn Dog Chronicles: Sampling carnival and carnivore favorites for fun | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:44:17 | |
In this episode, Jon takes a leap into uncharted territory—trying a corndog for the very first time! Plus, the gang tackles the latest Meat News, uncovering wild trends and stories from the world of meat processing. To top it all off, we sit back and watch some jaw-dropping videos, sharing our candid reactions.
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| The Rarest of Them All | 14 Apr 2022 | 00:47:17 | |
Listen along as Jon tries out a raw meat diet, for the episode at least. He consumes three different raw proteins and gives a full report on his instant reaction and his feelings the next day. Plus, some pretty exciting meat matters topics to round it out. I hope you enjoy it as much as Jon did! https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ | |||
| K.I.S.S. Keep It Sausage Stupid | 08 Apr 2022 | 00:58:38 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin go over what went right with the new website and taste test some cudighi sausage prepared two ways. They also try out our NEW jalapeno pork sausage seasoning and chew the fat on all current meat news and happenings. Enjoy! https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ | |||
| Wild Eats! | 25 Mar 2022 | 00:19:04 | |
Listen along as Jon and Austin sit down with Tex_77 of Meatgistics. They try... Mountain Lion! They go over the process of cooking it and what seasonings they think they might try next time. Oddly enough, they swear it reminds them of another protein. Plus, be on the lookout for the new Waltons.com! https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ | |||