Bear Grease

Ep. 455: This Country Life - A Father’s Gift

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brent’s taking a break from turkey tales this week to highlight a listener’s story. There’s a good lesson within the narrative that ...

Ep. 455: Render - Jason is Here: The Guy Who Got Shot

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Host Clay Newcomb is joined by Dr. Misty Newcomb, Bear Newcomb, Gary Newcomb, and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker, along with special guest J...

Ep. 454: Backwoods University - Southern Dinosaurs

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In deep time we know the earth was covered with dinosaurs and ice age megafauna. However, the story gets all the more real and tangible when you narro...

Ep. 453: Render - Live from iHeartCountry Festival

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Clay Newcomb live from the iHeartCountry Festival in Austin, Texas, for this special episode of Render, brought to you by Bobcat. Clay inter...

Ep. 452: This Country Life - The Missouri Turkey Turnaround

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A trip that Brent looks forward to every year for the fellowship and hunting gets cut short by success. Getting what you're going after can leave a bi...

Ep. 451: Shot in the Back - The Jason Dean Story

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On December 26, 1990, 17 year old Jason Deane was accidentally shot in the back during a North Georgia deer hunt causing an injury he shouldn't have s...

Ep. 450: Backwoods University - Bonus Episode: Pogie Boat Update

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Last fall we published an episode called “Pogie Boats” where we dove into a long-standing conflict between the commercial menhaden fishing...

Ep. 449: This Country Life - Will’s Turkey for Today and My Turkey for Tomorrow

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Turkey season is still in vogue as Brent relates a story from one of his family members in Arkansas. Then he’ll wind up his recent trip to Alaba...

Ep. 448: Render - The Mena Connection

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As host Clay Newcomb rolls in from the Turkey woods with a fresh gobbler kill, special guests and Mena, Arkansas residents Gary and Judy “Juju&r...

Special Drop: Clay and Bear’s Alaskan Coast Black Bear Hunt | 12 in '26

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Clay Newcomb gives behind the scenes details and answers viewer questions about the Alaska boat-based black bear hunt feature in the new film for the ...

Ep. 447: Backwoods University - Turkey Stamps

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Wild Turkeys have been a shining example of conservation efforts since their recovery from the brink of extinction in the late 1900s. In this episode,...

Ep. 446: This Country Life - Reckless Abandon and Devine Intervention

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time for Brent’s annual Alabama turkey hunt with Reed Barganier. Just like most of Brent’s projects there's no shortage of cala...

Ep. 445: “Killed by Circus Lion” - Graves From a Small Town

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In small towns all over America, there are remarkable and tragic stories that if not told could easily slip into oblivion. These stories must be recou...

Ep. 444: This Country Life - Mentors, Giving, and Gobblers

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Brent’s favorite time of year and the turkey stories are rolling in. He’s gonna share a couple from some listeners that are gre...

Ep. 443: Render - True Confessions in the Turkey Woods

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The chips fly around the poker table as the crew wagers which topic will come up more: Lake Pickle and his turkey hunting woes, or Josh “Landbri...

Ep. 442: Backwoods University - Florida Cattle and Conservation

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Florida water crisis, remains the focus of our discussion. However, we are going to hear about it from a different perspective. Pat Durden is a mu...

Announcing: Blood Trails, Season Two

12 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Blood Trails is a true crime podcast born in the outdoors--and in Season 2, we're going even deeper. From the grisly killing of a mountain man in Mont...

Ep. 441: This Country Life - The One That Got Away And The One That Kind Of Didn't

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As promised, Brent's back with the second half of his trip to Mississippi. A hunt that has as many ups and downs as a carousel at the county fair. He'...

Ep. 440: Turkey Stories - Bears, Bows, and a Pot Belly Pig

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When Cody Villines prepared to draw down on three dark approaching turkeys, he definitely gets more than he expected. Janis Putelis hangs in for a fou...

Ep. 439: This Country Life - The Art of Turkey Hunting According to a Finger Painter

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's turkey week and Brent's got a tale hot of the presses from a recent trip to Mississippi. The ups and downs of chasing the King of Spring are well...

Ep. 438: Render - Turkey Girl on the Sorority Lawn

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Dr. Misty Newcomb and Josh Spielmaker, along with special guest and Turkey Stori...

Ep. 855: Clay's Utah Mountain Lion Hunt | 12 in '26

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Clay Newcomb answers your questions and breaks down his Utah mountain lion hunt captured in MeatEater's brand new "12 in '26" film series. He hunts wi...

Ep. 437: Florida Water Crisis

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of the state of Florida, a water crisis is likely not the first thing that comes to mind. However, There has been an ongoing fight for ...

Ep. 436: This Country Life - Knives, Shotguns, and Bears. Oh My!

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brent's first encounter with a bear happened many years ago on a hunt with his dad and a longtime family friend. It is a favorite memory involving an ...

Ep. 435: Turkey Stories - Getting Shot, Attacked by Bobcats, and Flintlocks

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast, it’s Turkey Stories time! We’ve gathered a lineup of hunters from Arkansas, Alabama, Virginia,...

Ep. 434: This Country Life - Jessi, Lily Beth, and the FFA

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brent's got his young hound Jessi out in the woods and her learning curve is falling flat. Patience is paramount during these times but Brent's is run...

Ep. 433: Render - Evan Felker & Dale Brisby-Horses, Mules, and Wild Hogs

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast after a full day of hog hunting in Oklahoma, host Clay Newcomb sits down with Dale Brisby of Rodeo Time and...

Ep. 432: Wild Turkey DNA

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Wild Turkey is one of the most beloved, and also most studied game birds. In this episode, Dr. Mike Chamberlain, also known as the Wild Turkey doc...

Ep. 431: This Country Life - From Corner to Corner

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a celebration of stories featuring ladies from both sides of the nation. One culminating in a single turkey season with her father and the ...

Ep. 430: Freezing to Death

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Description: In this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast, host Clay Newcomb welcomes Rob Argue, a retired Canadian conservation office to share the har...

Ep. 429: This Country Life - Service

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Brent's talking about serving others and how the inspiration to do so can come at an early age. It can also come after a lifetime of t...

Ep. 428: Render - Black Bear Mitts and Loggers

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast, host Clay Newcomb is joined by the OG Render crew—Brent Reaves, Dr. Misty Newcomb, Bear Newcomb, Gar...

Ep. 427: Backwoods University - Parachuting Beavers

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Beavers are an animal that notoriously get a lot of press. However, more often than not, it's negative press. Their damming everything up, they're cau...

Ep. 426: This Country Life - Bear, Brent, and Coon-Kabobs

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode discusses a two-hundred-year-old fable about coon hunting in Arkansas and a seemingly impossible task. The lessons are flying arou...

Ep. 425: American Loggers - Part 2: Teddy Villines

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast, host Clay Newcomb sits down with Teddy Villines, father to Cody Villines and uncle to Caylon Villines feat...

Ep. 424: This Country Life - The Arkansas Traveler

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For the past several weeks, Brent's been hitting the road from Tennessee to Pennsylvania as a goodwill ambassador, and meeting people from all over th...

Ep. 423: Render - Villines Logging

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, host Clay Newcomb along with Bear Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker are joined by Bear ...

Ep. 421: Backwoods University - Saving Wild Turkeys

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Back in the late 1960s a ground breaking initiative started in the wildlife conservation space that would lead to one of the greatest wildlife wins we...

Ep. 421: This Country Life - Expectations and Reality

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For many of us getting our children and the younger members of our family outdoors is a priority. How we get them outside and what we do onc...

Ep. 420: American Loggers - Part 1

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, host Clay Newcomb visits Newton County, Arkansas, to talk to Cody and Caylon Villines. They're woodsmen, h...

Ep. 419: This Country Life - Squirrel, It's What's for Dinner

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From a listener's story about passing down the appreciation for wild things to Brent's first solo squirrel hunt, this week's This Country Life is sure...

Ep. 418: Render - CBS Sunday Morning Behind-the-Scenes

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Dr. Misty Newcomb, Josh "Landbridge" Spielmaker, along with Backwoods Univer...

Ep. 417: Backwoods University - Lost Stories

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's officially February. During this month I know a lot of outdoors folks that find themselves wondering what to do. We're here to help! In this epis...

Ep. 416: This Country Life - Paige's Hunt, Snow, and Bad Boar Coons

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's no secret that snow and ice can disrupt the lives of people who don't get a lot of it. Brent's no different, and it may affect him more than most...

Ep. 415: The Thing About Mule Skinners

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, host Clay Newcomb dives deep into the world of mules, mule skinners, and the quiet kind of backcountry wis...

Ep. 414: This Country Life - Cold Hunter, Hot Gumbo

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week Brent's trying his hand at competition gumbo cooking. He and his friends from the Cache Bayou Hound and Mallard Club have entered a gum...

Ep. 413: Render - Boots, Bucks, and Willard the Mule

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb—alongside Bear Newcomb, Dr. Misty Newcomb, and Josh “Landbridge” S...

Ep. 412: Backwoods University - Mallard Declines

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a field report. Where we go and interview outdoorsmen, hunters, and anglers from all walks of life to get their opinions on different ...

Ep. 411: This Country Life - The Soundtrack of Our Lives

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brent's talking about music this week and the role it plays in his life. We can all relate to the moment when a song from your past takes you to a rem...

Ep. 410: Ty Evans - Transformative Mulemanship and Free Agency

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, Clay Newcomb interviews Ty Evans, one of the country’s top mule trainers and clinicians. After a bro...

Ep. 409: This Country Life - Who's Helping Who

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone needs help from time to time, and it's human nature to offer to do so. There are many ways to do it and this week, Brent's talking about how ...

Ep. 408: Render - Real Talk About Men's Health

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker are joined by their primary care physician, ...

Ep. 407: Backwoods University - New Year's Conservation

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's no better time than now to set some new year's resolutions. In this episode, we are going to learn about how you,me, and really anyone can get...

Ep. 406: This Country Life - Rabbits, Beagles, and a Creature Named Blade

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brent's out with the boys this week and they;re all chasing rabbits. Well, more like following the dogs that are chasing the rabbits. He's giving insi...

Ep. 405: Revisiting Jerry Clower

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast, we’re diving deep into the heart of southern cultural identity and the mind of Jerry Clower. Does th...

Ep. 404: This Country Life - The Project

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Projects come in many shapes and sizes. Sometimes they work out, other times, they don't. Brent's sharing a project that didn't work out like he'd hop...

Ep. 403: Render - MeatEater Live Tour Crew

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, Clay Newcomb is joined by MeatEater crew members Steven Rinella, Dr. Randall Williams, Janis Putelis, ...

Ep. 402: Backwoods University - Flying Reindeer

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Christmas-themed episode, we will be focusing in on the animal that seems to get all press and attention during the holiday season- re...

Ep. 401: This Country Life - It's All About the Christmas Trees

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing a tree in your house is only acceptable once a year. Do it any time outside of Christmas and people will think you're weird. Brent's got a fe...

Ep. 400: The Use of Lethal Force

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, Oklahoma game warden Jared Cramer recounts the harrowing events surrounding a lethal use-of-force incident...

Ep. 399: This Country Life - Being on Time

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Not being on time is a pet peeve for many, and not the first thing other folks chose to worry about. To them, close is good enough. Brent's gonna tell...

Ep. 398: Render - Behind the Scenes with Blood Trails

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode Clay is joined by the host of MeatEater’s new Blood Trails podcast, Jordan Sillars to go behind the scenes and learn how he find...

Ep. 397: Backwoods University - Where Have The Mallards Gone?

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last 20 years waterfowl hunters in the lower portion of the Mississippi flyway have been asking the same question. Where have the mallards go...

Ep. 396: This Country Life - The Things that Make Me Happy

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode, Brent's sharing a fishing story from a listener where no records were broken, nothing amazing happened, and no one got hurt or...

Ep. 395: The Unusual Death of Melvin “Bucky” Garrison

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In December 1971, Oklahoma Game Warden Melvin “Bucky” Garrison was found drowned in just two and a half feet of water in the Tiger Mountai...

Ep. 394: This Country Life - Inside the Secret Hideout

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brent's making good his promise to take us on a tour of his new Stor-Mor studio. While the building itself is enough to talk about, in this episode he...

Ep. 393: Render - Wolf and Buck Show-and-Tell

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Bear Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker along with special...

Ep. 392: Backwoods University - Exotic Game Birds

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This has a real shot at being the most unique wildlife conservation stories that we have in North American history. The ring-necked pheasant, a common...

Ep. 391: This Country Life - A First Buck in PA and My New Office

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The lengths parents will go for their children is immeasurable. It's even more impactful when it puts them completely out of their element. Oh this ep...

Ep. 390: Deer Stories - Dropping Bows and Dropping Bucks

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For the last Deer Stories episode of 2025, host Clay Newcomb dishes out a mix of stories that’ll keep you leaning in. Expect tree stand chaos, b...

Ep. 389: This Country Life - Never Give Up, But Know When to Say When

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Never give up. Brent's got two good examples on this episode where that old saying was put to the test. It's great advice, but there comes a time when...

Ep. 387: Render - We Are the Hunting Pressure

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Moe Shepherd, Bear Newcomb, Isaac Neale, and Josh “Landbridge&rdq...

Ep. 387: Backwoods University - Snipe Hunters

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a prank get carried on for over 100 years? How does a seemingly small piece of the natural world become so embedded in North American culture...

Ep. 386: This Country Life - Beach Shoes and Amy's First Deer

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about Brent's first born. His oldest daughter, Amy, decided she wanted to go deer hunting and had waited until becoming a teenager...

Ep. 385: Deer Stories - Narcs, Buckin’ Mules, and Fightin’ Bucks

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb leads us through another round of deer stories from a crew of storytellers out of Arkansa...

Ep. 384: Backwoods University - Menhaden Fishery Representative

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we dove into the topic of the menhaden fishing industry or pogie boats along the Louisiana coast, and the growing concerns from recreational...

Ep. 383: This Country Life - Two Bucks, A Broken Bus, and Jeremy's Dad

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Brent's sharing some listener-submitted stories he's enjoyed: an unexpected encounter with an angry buck, a country-boy skillset coming in ...

Ep. 382: Render - Ross Chastain: Watermelon Farmer and NASCAR Driver

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb sits down with six-time NASCAR Cup winner Ross Chastain to explore his unexpected journey...

Ep. 381: Backwoods University - Pogie Boats

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The menhaden commercial fishing industry has been around for over 100 years. Menhaden or "pogies" are a small saltwater fish that are used for a varie...

Ep. 380: This Country Life - A Valuable Lesson that Only Cost a Buck

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's said that the best things in life are free, but the best lessons learned come at a cost. Brent's story this week is a testament to that, putting ...

Ep. 379: Deer Stories - Spiders, Uncle Ar-ee, and the Buck they Gave Away

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s that time of year again. Deer stories are back! In this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, host Clay Newcomb welcomes storytellers from Al...

Ep. 378: This Country Life - On the Loose for Moose, Part 2

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're getting down to the meaty part of this Manitoba moose hunting tale. Brent left us all on the edge of our seats with his cliffhanger last time ju...

Ep. 377: Render - Bear Attack, Fred Bear, Ishi

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb along with Bear Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker are joined by Ishi s...

Ep. 376: Backwoods University - Should Grizzlies Exist?

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are Grizzlies Endangered? Should they be delisted? Do they even belong here? Grizzly bears are without a doubt one of the most polarizing species we h...

Ep. 375: This Country Life - On the Loose for Moose, Part 1

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With Brent just getting home from chasing moose in Manitoba, Canada, he's sharing the overwhelming dream experience with us on today's episode. This h...

Ep. 374: Ishi - Brothers of the Bow

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Podcast, host Clay Newcomb continues the story of Ishi, known as “The Last Stone Age Man,” following hi...

Ep. 373: This Country Life - Bears, Bait, and Broken Hearts

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to head to bear camp in Arkansas and Brent's hopes are high along with the temperatures. He and the regular cast of characters have rep...

Ep. 372: Render - Live from the Squirrel Cook Off

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb goes live from the 2025 World Champion Squirrel Cook-Off. He’s joined by event orga...

Ep. 371: Backwoods University - Life with Grizzlies

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Parker has been guiding in the Bob Marshall Wilderness since the 1970s, and local legend within his community- known for his hunting knowledge, ex...

Ep. 370: This Country Life - A Ghost Bull, Fox Ears, and The Giant

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has a story to tell and Brent enjoys hearing one as much as he likes telling them. This week he’s selected three stories that listeners...

Ep. 369: Ted Koppel - Story of an American Journalist

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ted Koppel, a renowned American journalist with a career spanning more than 60 years, joins host Clay Newcomb on this episode of the Bear Grease podca...

Ep. 368: This Country Life - Gravel Roads and Treasure

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes there's a delicate balance between being responsible and adhering to rules. Brent's waxing poetic about gravel roads and what he refers to a...

Ep. 367: Render - Artist and Outdoorsman Duane Hada

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Bear Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker for a conversation...

Ep. 366: Backwoods University - Eastern Elk

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's September and everyone's mind is on bugling bull elk. Today they are recognized as one of the most sought after western big game species, but hav...

Ep. 365: This Country Life - Small Knife, Big Life

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brent reflects on stories heard from old and new friends this past weekend at an event with Case Knives. Centered on the common thread of their love o...

Ep. 364: Ishi - The Last Stone Age Man

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On August 29, 1911, the last survivor of the Yahi people wandered into Oroville, California, naked, starving, and carrying with him a history and lang...

Ep. 363: This Country Life - Here, Have an Elk

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The first time doing anything with a high level of anticipation is a recipe for strong memories. That perfectly describes Brent's first elk hunt. It w...

Ep. 362: Render - Live from the Lonesome Dove Cabin

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Bear Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker, as well as good f...

Ep. 361: Backwoods University - America's Amazon

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear words like mountain, canyon, or forest, what areas come to your mind first? I would be willing to bet your mind doesn't immediately go t...

Ep. 360: This Country Life - Taking the Hounds to Town

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Contrary to what you might think from the title, we’re not headed to the local drive through for coffee and pup cups. In this episode, Brent&rsq...