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Episode #1069: Gary Joe Koetter & Andrew Lindemann

2026/04/22

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Gary Joe Koetter and Andrew Lindemann, the duo behind the wildly popular Instagram page tracking all the ways Gary Joe manages to get fired up throughout the day—now closing in on a quarter million followers. The guys share more stories from Gary Joe’s glory days, dive into the latest farm-related mishaps and meltdowns, and, in a shocking turn of events, Andrew may have brokered a peace deal between Gary Joe and one of his longtime arch enemies.

Episode #1068: Jerry Coplen

2026/04/20

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Knox County Extension Agent Jerry Coplen to discuss the proposed Farm Bill, including language around “live lure” that could have implications for dog trainers and upland hunters. The conversation also dives into the challenges facing American farmers, the current state of the beef market, and what it was like growing up on a farm. Jerry shares his thoughts on raising resilient kids, and the guys touch on the growing skepticism many Americans have toward institutions—highlighted by ongoing debates over something as fundamental as dietary guidelines.

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Bush & KFC

2026/04/17

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff dives into the surprising amount of money being spent on personal grooming, and Andy shares the wild story of how KFC once found itself in a legal battle involving Colonel Sanders. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Public Land - California - Tanner Castillo

2026/04/17

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Tanner Castillo from California. Tanner breaks down the intense pressure he faces from other hunters every time he steps onto public ground, the long list of rules and regulations that come with hunting waterfowl on public land in California, peak time in his area of California, and how his tactics have to evolve as the season wears on. This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.

Episode #1067: Tommy McGee

2026/04/16

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tommy McGee, who built a successful electrical business in the Houston, Texas area. Tommy shares the story of a near-death experience early in life and how it shaped the man he became. The conversation also looks back on growing up in the 1980s, lessons learned along the way, and Tommy breaks down just how much electricity modern data centers actually consume—and what that could mean moving forward.

Episode #1066: Bryce Elder

2026/04/15

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Bryce Elder of the Atlanta Braves. Bryce breaks down the offseason adjustments that have fueled his hot start this season and how he’s evolved on the mound. The conversation also dives into the growing role of technology in baseball and how the game is balancing innovation while still keeping the human element with umpires. They touch on the recent bench-clearing moment between the Braves and the Los Angeles Angels, and Bryce shares how he’s staying mentally sharp as he plays through the final year of his rookie contract.

Episode #1065: Ben Commodore

2026/04/14

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ben Commodore of Cloud 9 Outfitters in Alberta. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including discussions around Alberta’s political climate and the idea of separation, as well as Ben’s perspective from living and working north of the border. They also break down the exceptional waterfowl season Ben experienced, including the impact of a warm, dry winter that kept large numbers of birds in Canada, the noticeable boom in specklebelly geese, and the increasing challenges surrounding visas for American waterfowl guides looking to work in Canada.

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Lies that Rewrote History

2026/04/11

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff looks at the tourism industry in Mexico, and Andy explores the biggest lies that have shaped all of our lives, and discoveries that science still cannot explain. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Public Land - Kansas - Zac Lujano

2026/04/10

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Zac Lujano from Kansas, who put together a solid duck season in the heart of the Central Flyway. They break down how waterfowl hunting in Kansas has changed over the years, the growing pressure from out-of-state hunters, and what continues to make Kansas a true honey hole for ducks. This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.

Episode #1064: Mary Morgan Robinson

2026/04/10

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Mary Morgan Robinson, a nurse with the QoLA Kids Program in Memphis, Tennessee, which partners with St. Jude to provide palliative and hospice care for children. Mary Morgan shares what it takes—mentally and emotionally—to do this kind of work, and how her background led her to what she believes is her calling. The conversation offers a glimpse into walking alongside families during some of their most difficult moments, the strength required to support them, and the powerful, often unexplainable moments of hope and miracles she’s witnessed along the way.

Episode #1064: Trevor Austin & Alex Yerges

2026/04/06

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Trevor Austin and Alex Yerges from Pacific Calls as they gear up for their 3rd annual Turkey Rodeo. The guys break down what to expect from this year’s event, including new additions and changes aimed at making it even more entertaining around the shop. They also talk turkey numbers in the Pacific Northwest, reflect on a challenging waterfowl season, and share their perspectives on recent regulation changes affecting American freelance waterfowl hunters heading into Canada.

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Dangerous Toys & Weddings

2026/04/03

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff looks back at some of the most dangerous toys for children to ever come to market, and Andy tells how the modern wedding has grown to become a $65 billion industry. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Public Land - Delaware - Riley Hicks

2026/04/03

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Riley Hicks from Delaware, who—unlike many others featured in this series—actually had a solid waterfowl season. Riley breaks down what made the difference for him in Delaware. The guys dive into brant hunting along the Delaware coast, the brutally early wake-up calls required to be on the X, and the key windows that make or break a hunt in that region. Riley also shares some of the wild and unpredictable experiences he’s had hunting out on the ocean. This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.

Episode #1063: World on Fire pt. 26

2026/04/02

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver dive into some of the biggest headlines making waves right now. Recording just ahead of President Trump addressing the nation, the guys share their thoughts on rising tensions in Iran and how they think the situation could unfold, they look at new evidence in the Charlie Kirk assassination. They also touch on the broader implications of what’s happening globally before shifting gears and ending on a lighter note—talking football and breaking down the latest storylines coming out of NFL free agency.

Episode #1062: Jeff Coats

2026/04/01

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by one of the most well-known names in sea duck hunting, Jeff Coats of Pit Boss Waterfowl. Jeff breaks down his season chasing sea ducks along the Atlantic, including the highs, the challenges, and some of the unusual birds that mixed in with the typical species he sees each year. The conversation also dives into the craft of hand carving decoys, and an epic waterfowl road trip he made through Canada last October that he plans to run back this year.

Tony from NETX 2026/03/12

Public Land hunting series

I always enjoy your podcast, it’s definitely one of best out there. As a long time public land waterfowler (46 years) myself, I’m really enjoying this...

Dirty Joe6.2 2025/02/06

Every episode

Just got done listening to the last episode and that made 935 I have listen to every episode love the show hoping to come hunt with yall here soon

Hoffles&bacon 2025/03/03

Hunting!

Get em!

rits2401 2024/08/10

The Big Honker

Trump 2024

diverduckhunter17 2024/07/21

Hook and Gaff

Best all around podcast, waterfowl content and a large variety of topics with nothing but true honesty. Keep up the great work and can’t wait to see w...

Taylorfournier3 2024/07/21

Ever since that first episode I knew this was the best podcast out there. I love the joking banter, current events, history and that it’s not just abo...

Josh Hudman 2024/07/15

Hook & Gaff

Love what you guys stand for!

Deeder1989 2024/07/14

A great show! Highly recommend!

lucky-89 2024/07/13

Hook & gaff

Always a good time listening to the big honker. They are all wonderful people hunted down there last year and will be going back this year.

Michelle Bronson 2024/07/13

Holy smokes!! These boys know how to put a show together. They tell it like it is, give your their honest opinions ( whether you want them or not ) an...

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