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EP58 - Jay Bruce, Big Leagues to Sure-Shot Game Calls Apr 04, 2022

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14-year big league veteran, 3-time All-Star, 2-time Silver Slugger, and now the owner of legendary Sure-Shot Game Calls, Jay Bruce, joins us on this episode of the Squadcast. We had a blast on this one as Jay took us back to his roots of waterfowl hunting, shared some incredible stories from his time in the major leagues, and how he came to be the owner of a call company that's been around since 1959. Jay has big plans on how they will put Sure-Shot Game Calls back on the lanyards of waterfowlers across North America and rejuvenate this iconic brand. If you are a sports fan with a passion for waterfowling, you will love this episode!

EP57 - Dog Training for Practical Hunting Situations with Kyle Fagler Mar 21, 2022

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Kyle Fagler, owner of Guides Choice Retrievers out of Burns, Wyoming, joins us on this episode to talk about several great topics. We first touched on some new Dive Bomb products such as the dog vest, dog bumpers, and bumper bomber that Kyle had been prototyping for us all season. We then dive a little deeper into real hunting situations one will encounter while in the field with their gun dog and how to approach them. This episode is a must-listen for any gun dog owner looking to maximize their off-season training sessions and prepare for the obstacles ahead during the season.

EP56 - Uniting Hunters with Howl For Wildlife Mar 07, 2022

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In this episode, we interview Mr. Charles Whitwam, the founder of Howl for Wildlife. We dive deep into the conversation about their dedication to protecting our wildlife resources and how all outdoorsmen have the opportunity to have their voices heard. We learn about the driving forces behind this organization, why it started, and their goals over the next few years.

EP55 - Dave Owens of Pinhoti Project Feb 21, 2022

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Join us on this episode of the Squadcast as Forrest, Cade, and Kile dive deep into conversation with Dave Owens of Pinhoti Project. Conservation, ethics, contest calling, trapping, and stewardship to the sport are all hot topics of discussion, and we enjoyed every minute of this spirited conversation.

EP54 - Talking Taxidermy with Gunner Pickett Feb 07, 2022

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When you spend as much time chasing wild game as Gunner Pickett, it becomes natural to want to preserve these memories through the art of taxidermy. Listen along to hear what's been going on in his world and the awesome story of how he came to be the owner of a taxidermy business. From guiding waterfowl, turkeys, and big game to an incredible hunting story of his recent 198-inch whitetail harvest on his family property in Colorado, we had a lot of fun catching up on this one!

EP53 - Turkey Hunting Ethics with Hunter Farrior Jan 24, 2022

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With the advancements of technology playing a larger role than ever in the game of turkey hunting, we sit down with Hunter Farrior, owner of Spring Legion and author of Ballad of a Turkey Hunter, to discuss some of his "old school" ways of thinking, preserving the resource that we love, and what it is that drives that niche group of hunters to the spring woods with such a passion.

EP52 - Tactics for Tricky Geese with Jeff Colwell Jan 10, 2022

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On this episode of the Dive Bomb Squadcast, we talk with the one and only Jeff Colwell of Front Range Guide Service. We had a great conversation about the Front Range of Colorado, and why it is one of the most difficult places to consistently kill Canada geese, as well as a few tricks you can use to consistently kill geese where you live! We also talk about Jeff’s early days as a guide, and the road that led him to where he is now! You won’t want to miss this one!

EP51 - Doug Steinke Talks Emotion in Hunting Photography Dec 27, 2021

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With numerous cover shots, two-page spreads, and over 350 photos published in DU Magazine alone, there’s no doubt that if you’re a waterfowler, you’ve seen the work of Doug Steinke. He’s well known as a man who has a knack for capturing emotion in his photography, and in this episode of the Dive Bomb Squadcast we dig into how he pulls it off. We also touch on the different stages a hunter goes through, and a wealth of Central Flyway waterfowling knowledge so buckle up and get your notepad out because this information-packed episode is guaranteed to have something for everybody.

EP50 - Matt Judy, The Denim Dangler Dec 13, 2021

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The wigeon king of the Pacific Northwest, The Denim Dangler! Matt Judy doesn't run an outfitter, he doesn't run a guide service, so what does he do that allows him to chase waterfowl day after day? You guys are going to love the back and forth in this one as we talk about his love for Mtn Dew Kickstart, the scout loop, hunting with big groups, and huge piles. We appreciate Judy and everything he has done for Dive Bomb Industries- he has been a great ambassador for the brand and has become a very close friend!

EP49 - Mike Benjamin, Historic Night on Stage Nov 29, 2021

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On November 13, 2021 the World Waterfowl Calling Championships in Easton, Maryland were turned into the Mike Benjamin show. Mike opened up the night with a win in the 2-man live goose before capturing another win in the 2-man live duck. Then came the solo stuff- a win in the live goose, a win in the live duck, and a 2nd place finish in the open goose. In this episode, we caught up with Mike to talk about his historic night on stage and what this means for his future in contest calling. You'll also hear about the redemption he wants at SquadFest next summer as well as how he plans to use a 2nd place finish in the contest he wanted the most to motivate him moving forward. Mike is one of the most stand up individuals in the waterfowl industry and we couldn't be happier for him and his success!

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