Midwest Flyways Podcast
Episodes
Unpopular Opinions
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, the whole gang sits down and gets into a conversation surrounding hunting and what the purpose is or i...
Gavin Kolles; Premeditated Insults
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joey and Cal sit down with friend and dog trainer Gavin Kolles for some looks back on Gavins season last year as well as a good hour of insults and la...
HOT TOPIC: Shooting the Roost
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 diffe...
Muskrat Huts & Border Patrol with Hunter Rud
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joey and Cal sit down with videographer and photographer Hunter Rud to talk about filming in the outdoor industry and some of his waterfowl hunting ex...
All 43 Species in One Season with Mark Peterson
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out the film here We all have stories from a lifetime of waterfowl hunting, but this guy has all those stories and more from one season. We sit ...
Hunting the Front Range of Colorado
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before you go, leave us a review! It helps more people learn about our channels! In this episode Conor talks about hunting geese in Colorado and we br...
Fed Up With Waterfowl
03 Feb 2022
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Before you go, leave us a review! It helps more people learn about our channels! In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey, Conor and Cal ta...
Mustache, Double-Chin
29 Jan 2022
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Leave a review! It helps more people learn about our channels! In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal talk about the most succes...
Duck Hunting Gear Review 2022
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before you go, leave us a review! It helps more people learn about our channels! In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal break do...
Tippman 98-Custom
31 Dec 2021
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Before you go, leave us a review! It helps more people learn about our channels! In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey, Conor and Cal ta...
Big Life Changes & Podcast Giveaway
24 Dec 2021
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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 ...
WORST DUCK HUNTING TRIP EVER
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
DON'T MISS THIS! Leave us a review! In this new episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey and Conor are missing Cal who is out with Covid. Joey brea...
RIVER RATS Part 2 w/ Keaton Rowe, Sam Chadwick, and Derek Helms (DUCK HUNTING)
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
DON'T MISS THIS! In this part 2 of 2 episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey travels to Nebraska to hunt and sit down with Keaton Rowe, Sam Chadwi...
RIVER RATS w/ Keaton Rowe, Sam Chadwick and Derek Helms
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey travels to Nebraska to hunt and sit down with Keaton Rowe, Sam Chadwick and Derek Helms. They talk...
Midwest Flyways Tattoos and Nasty Hands
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we recap Joey and Cal's recent duck hunting trip to North Dakota and talk about how season is going so ...
Aging Birds After Shooting and Ammo Shortage Problems
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Cal and Conor talk about hanging birds after you shoot them to age the meat for better taste. We also...
Shooting Ditch Mallards
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Cal and Joey talk Joeys latest hunts where he shot mallards in a roadside ditch. We also break down so...
How Much Does Weather Affect Your Season?
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
DUCK HUNTING Opener 2021 (Huge Success)
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal talk about duck hunting opener here in MN, and how our first day of the season got going!...
Molt Migrators are INTENSE!
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast , Joey and Cal dig deep into the Molt Migration. From how to hunt migrators better, to when to expect ...
Yeah, No, Yeah with MaggieJo Outdoors
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we sat down with MaggieJo Outdoors to talk about hunting, fishing, women in the outdoors and everything...
Early Teal Preview
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ou...
No Bull with Alex Langbell
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Langbell is a major part of the waterfowl world as one of the guys behind multiple waterfowl hunting tv shows, different products in the industry...
Oil; Game Fair Shenanigans
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we sit down and talk about Game Fair 2021. We talk about some fun times had and we look ahead to early ...
Pacific Calls; Easy-Bake Ovens and Dial-Up
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Cal and Joey sit down with Trevor and Alex, owners of Pacific Calls to talk about their growth in the ...
Hunt AND Keep Your Girlfriend w/ Kristin Vassallo
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Derek Helms; Honestly, Let's Be Honest
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we sit down with one of our favorite people, Derek Helms. Derek is a content creator/wildman in the out...
Toby Brohlin; A Life I Didn't Picture
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal sit down with Toby Brohlin, Owner of Cadillac Creek Outfitters and talk about his path to...
Erik Guggenheim; Is the Waterfowl World In a Bad Spot?
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we connect with renowned photographer Erik Guggenheim, and Toby Brohlin, owner of Cadillac Creek Outfit...
FOWL FEATHERS: Dan and Jimmy On Hunt Clubs and Geese
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we sat down with two of the founding members of Fowl Feathers Hunt Club. They talk about Fowl Feathers ...
Cooking Ducks and Geese with Jordan's Harvest
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by Jordan Nisly of Jordan's Harvest to talk cooking ducks and geese and other fun stuff! Jordan is a butcher, chef, and YouTuber with way...
Nick Johnson; One Giant Experiment
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Johnson is a walking experiment. The guy tries anything and everything in the name of knowledge and research. Is it stupid sometimes? Yes. But ev...
Lance Kraemer; Flicking Mallard Feet, Crazy ND Hunts
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lance Kraemer of Soundgear joins us. We've become great buddies with Lance over the years and the stories are endless. Join us for this one! Leav...
Ducks On a River
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk ducks on a river. Set up, decoys and so on. Please leave us a review and let us know what you think of the podcast!
Joe Heintz; Iguanas and Belizean Street Dogs
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Heintz, dog whisperer, sits down with us to discuss avoiding rabies and his best wisdom on waterfowl hunting. Thanks to Camoretro.com for sponsori...
Our Boat Setup Sucks
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we go through our crappy boat setup, off season plans and other nonsense. Thanks to Camoretro.com for...
2 Turkeys At Once, Next Season Goals
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we talk about our goals for the coming year and Conor's latest off season activities. Please take a min...
Layouts On a Sandbar, Group Hunting...You Asked, We Answered
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 sp...
Make Hunting Fun Again | Ten MinuteTuesday
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this Ten Minute Tuesday, we talk about our top 3 tips for having fun in your duck blinds Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0WZ5z9vUldc Me Time: ht...
Stan Guse | Old School Waterfowling
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we sit down with long time waterfowl guide Stan Guse. Stan has been guiding since the mid 90's and has ...
Team Goose Calling | Ten Minute Tuesday
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 Cal...
A Hunting Tradition; Simon Carlson
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we sit down with photographer and hunter Simon Carlson. Simon has been involved in multiple outdoor pro...
Hunting With Your Girlfriend / Virtual Salsa Dancing
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, the guys talk about Joey's experience hunting with his girlfriend, virtual salsa dancing, and everythi...
Decoy Comparison | Ten Minute Tuesday
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this Ten Minute Tuesday we compare Joey's duck decoys, rating the best to worst. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qAo8SpUxKuQ Duck Calling Tut...
Snow Geese & Sheep Ranch Life
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, the guys talk about snow goose hunting, life on a ranch, and everything in between. Our podcast is bro...
Traveling Vagabonds; Cole Peplinski & Colbi Geis
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we catch up with a couple dudes who seem to literally ALWAYS be on the road. Cole Peplinski and Colbi G...
Using Advanced Duck Calling (Part 2) | Ten Minute Tuesday
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
What it takes to be a true Bird Nerd with Nick Johnson
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Johnson, the nerdiest of bird nerds, pops a bottle of sangria and sits down with us for an hour to dump his wisdom and share some nicotine patche...
So you want to get a hunting dog (Part 2) Ten Minute Tuesday
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
All Things Dog Training with Gavin Kolles
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
So you want to get a hunting dog (Part 1) Ten Minute Tuesday
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have Gavin Kolles on the podcast with us to talk about the decision and process of training a hunting dog. If you have had or ever want to ge...
Hunting Property Going ByeBye and Plans to Chase the White Devil
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Camoretro - you won't regret it. This week we run through a few topics regarding hunting property, spring snows, and bow fishing, but lets...
What is Camoretro | Ten Minute Tuesday
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Camoretro here! 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 ...
Joey Got Shot?! Listener Questions Ep. 4
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Midwest Flyways Podcast is an authentic take on waterfowl hunting in today's world. In this listener questions episode, we break down scariest thi...
Land Em, Check Em, Eff Em
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The guys headed down to Kansas to round out our waterfowl season and had a blast with a great group of fellow hunters at Sandhill Flyway. We review ou...
How To Scout Waterfowl; Ten Minute Tuesday
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Ten Minute Tuesday we break down the basics of how to scout waterfowl! Leave us a review and let us know if there's a topic you want us t...
Experiences Hunting In Different States
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we talk about our experiences hunting in different states and how each new place has something special ...
DNR and the Feds
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast we talk about some shocking news in the waterfowl industry and our experiences with the DNR/Feds.
What Shot Sizes We Use; Ten Minute Tuesday
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ten Minute Tuesday we break down shot sizes and how we use them in different scenarios.
Scouting Reports; Are You Lying?: Listener Questions Ep. 3
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had a buddy call and say there's a million birds in a field? Sound like a load of crap? Midwest Flyways dives into how to trust a scouting report...
Harlequins and Oklahoma Red Dirt
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are back together for a couple weeks before heading out to Kansas. Conor is back from shooting a Harlequin and Joey just finished a stint in ...
Duck Calling; When and How Part 1: Ten Minute Tuesday
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this Ten Minute Tuesday we break down how and when to use basic duck calling techniques. Give it a listen and subscribe for more awesome content! ...
Best Field Hides; Ten Minute Tuesday
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Ten Minute Tuesday we go through our favorite ways to hide in a field and the different scenarios we run into!
Joey's Childhood; Flyways Are Changing!
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joey and his dad sit down for a one on one podcast to talk about how things have changed in waterfowl over the last decade including the continued shi...
Has Hunting Culture Changed? Listener Questions Ep. 2
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Has hunting culture changed? If so, for better or worse? Joey and Conor break it down along with a couple other questions we got last week. Submit a l...
Kansas; Bobby Guy & Cody Stokes (Divebomb Founder)
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 hi...
Duck Calls, Beginner to Advanced; Ten Minute Tuesday
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joey and Conor go through some of our favorite duck calls whether you're just starting out or looking to be a higher end call! Let us know if we misse...
Listener Questions Ep. 1; Girls, Gear and Weather
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 kin...
Best Cheap Gear: Ten Minute Tuesday
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This gear is not only cheap but it truly works. You don't always have to spend top dollar to make in impact in your waterfowl hunts! Leave a revi...
Understanding Calling at Ducks and Geese
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Ten Minute Tuesday; Goose Calling
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's your go to goose calling cadence? Joey and Cal talk about calling geese and how it can help or hurt your hunt! Leave a review for us!
Conor and Cal Are Cursed
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Ten Minute Tuesday: Intermediate Camera Setup and Tips
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ten Minute Tuesday, Conor breaks down a perfect intermediate camera setup for hunting film and photo. Tune in next week for a quick...
Does Canada Shoot All Our Birds?
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Ten Minute Tuesday; Beginner Camera Setups
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ten Minute Tuesday is a new series we're starting to add a shorter podcast to our regular weekly pods. Some of these will be Conor Olstad, as our tech...
Kile Jones & Forrest Carpenter; What Waterfowl Means to Us
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joey and Cal sit down with Kile Jones and Forrest Carpenter and talk about contest calling, Tim Grounds, and what waterfowl means to us. You won't wan...
Matt Rustad; "I'd Rather Shoot Pigeons"
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 experienc...
Hides and Decoy Spreads
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored we talk about different hides we use to be successful hunting as well as tips for your decoy spread.
Duck Opener 2020
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored we talk about our plans for opening weekend and how we're set up to be successful.
Trash in’ Turkeys, The Vortex Boys
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored, the team made the trip to Vortex HQ to meet up with the coolest crew in optics. We talk hunting from ev...
Derek Helms; Adak Island Alaska
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The boys sit down with photographer/videographer Derek Helms to talk about his part in photographing Donnie Vincent's Adak Island hunt with Benelli. D...
Migration & North Dakota Birds
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored the guys talk about migration patterns, hunting in North Dakota and a bunch of other nonsense!
Decoy Myths, Stories Worth Telling
30 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored, the guys tell their wildest hunting stories and talk about how important your decoys can be to hunting ...
Instagram Betrayal
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 planne...
Joe Heintz; Entering The Haunted
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cal and Joey hang with Grinder Heintz and swap stories you won't want to miss!
Rob Vassallo: Joey Grew Up Hunting with Who?!
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Midwest Flyways Uncensored we talk with Rob Vassallo and he shares legendary stories about hunting in the 90's.
Nick Johnson: "Goose Flags are Garbage"
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Johnson joins the guys to talk about bird migration, hunting stories, and to debate tactics!
Snow Goose Trials with Wade Shoemaker & Jeff Smith
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joey, Jeff, and Wade talk about their snow goose hunting difficulties from the weekend.
Hunt Tactics, & the Fattest Squirrel Ever
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joey, Cal and Conor talk about new hunting tactics for the coming year, where we're headed next season, and the fattest squirrel that ever lived.
How to Get Permission!
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Joey, Cal and Conor talk about strategies for gaining permission and access to new hunting property.
Joe Heintz; Band Magnet
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cal & Joey sit down with the grinder himself, Joe Heintz, to talk about how he's managed to shoot so many bands and to hear about his hunting experien...
Wade Shoemaker & Louisiana Hunting
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with Wade Shoemaker, photographer and avid outdoorsman to talk about the wild, amazing people of Louisiana, hunting, and a...
Best Hunts of 2019
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cal, Joey, and Conor look back at our favorite hunts of the year and recap 2019. We also spend a little time looking ahead to 2020 and sharing some pl...
Bobby Guy Gets Real
01 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Cal, Joey, and Conor talk with well known youtuber and waterfowl Bobby Guy of Bobby Guy Films. Listen to the guys chat with Bobby abou...
Sea Ducks & Late Season Goose
14 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Conor went to Maine to hunt Eiders and other sea ducks while Joey and Cal did some late season goose hunting in the Midwest. For all the gear we use...
What Makes a True Waterfowler?
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about what makes a true waterfowler and some upcoming trips!
EPISODE 3: Talkin' Birds
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about what we've been up to this season, how the hunting's been, and whatever else!
EPISODE 2: MWF; ANOTHER POD
31 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Midwest Flyways Uncensored we hear perfect Schwarzenegger impressions, talk duck and goose hunting, and lots of BS.
The Start of Midwest Flyways
17 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 1 we talk how we started MWF, waterfowl hunting, and whatever else in between.