Hunt Talk Radio

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Ryan Callaghan - Hunter, Advocate, Leader | Episode 277 Jan 08, 2026

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by long-time friend, Ryan Callaghan. Topics covered include their work to improve public lands and protect the conservation infrastructure necessary for habitat and hunting, the mirage of political parties being concerned, the importance of speaking up, how you can make a difference, challenges ahead, and Ryan's new role as CEO of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, why hunters are eternal optimist, and many other topics normally heard around a campfire.

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2025 Season - Broken Legs & Broken Promises | Episode 276 Dec 31, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy and Marcus put a wrap on the 2025 seasons. Topics covered range from a mountain goat hunt resulting in a broken leg to a season disrupted by many policy changes that represent broken promises by our elected officials. Lots of good topics in between to describe what was the toughest season Fresh Tracks has ever had.

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Elk Hunting with Theodore Roosevelt IV | Episode 275 Nov 06, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by returning guest Theodore Roosevelt IV, the great-grandson of President Theodore Roosevelt. Following a successful elk hunt in Montana, they dive into a critical and urgent conversation about the future of hunting, conservation, and public lands.
Ted brings a unique, non-partisan perspective forged by his family's legacy and his own life experiences. He issues a powerful call for hunters to become engaged advocates and discusses the vital need to protect the American model of public land access for generations to come.

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Corner Crossing Legal Update - From the Attorney Himself | Episode 274 Sep 17, 2025

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The Wyoming corner-crossing case is headed to the U.S. Supreme Court, and in this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy Newberg is hosting the lawyer who made it happen. Attorney Ryan Semerad details the story of the four Missouri hunters he defended and the high-stakes legal battle that followed. They dissect the landowner's arguments, the potential outcomes, and why this case is so critical for every American who values public land access. Get the inside story from the legal mind on the front lines of the corner-crossing legal battle.

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HPA/NFA update with Silencer Central | Episode 273 Aug 28, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is at the HQ of Silencer Central to catch up with the CEO, Brandon Maddox and talk about the many updates since the last podcast six months ago. Topics covered include funding conservation, Silencer Central's effort to reform the National Firearms Act and pass the Hearing Protection Act, the difficulty of getting changes in DC, the benefits of silencer deregulation, and a lot of other topics related to hunting and owning suppressors.

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South Dakota Antelope Foundation | Episode 272 Aug 22, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Robert Mahaffey of the South Dakota Antelope Foundation. They discuss the background of the SD Antelope Foundation, antelope herd history in South Dakota, impacts of human expansion into pronghorn habitat, and a bit of trivia. You can learn more about the South Dakota Antelope Foundation at https://www.sdantelopefoundation.org/.

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Corner Crossing with PERC | Episode 271 Aug 15, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, host Randy Newberg is joined by Dylan Soares, an attorney and conservationist with the Property and Environment Research Center (PERC), to dive deep into the legal and practical implications of corner crossing—a hot topic in public land access.

The discussion begins with an overview of the high-profile Wyoming corner-crossing case, where four hunters were acquitted of criminal trespass but later faced a civil lawsuit. Dylan explains the legal nuances between criminal and civil trespass, the role of the Unlawful Enclosures Act, and how the 10th Circuit Court ruled that state trespass laws are preempted in cases where public land is effectively blocked by private landowners.

Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice. Always consult an attorney for legal matters.

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Brownell's - A Legacy of Leadership in Hunting and Shooting | Episode 270 Aug 08, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Pete Brownell, President of Brownell's. Brownell's has been a family name in hunting, shooting, and gunsmithing since 1938. Pete is the third Brownell generation to lead the company from its headquarters in Iowa. Topics covered include the history of Brownell's, Pete's volunteerism and commitment to shooting sports, Pete's more recent efforts to get changes to the NFA with his lobbying in DC, support for the Boone & Crockett Club, and the Brownell history of working to improve hunting and shooting for the next generations.

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Leupold - American Values and Ingenuity in Manufacturing | Episode 269 Aug 01, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Leupold CEO, Bruce Pettet, about leading an American company with 700+ amazing employees and dominating the rifle scope business by sticking to the core values of the company. In addition to the launch of the new VX5HD GEN2, topics covered include manufacturing in America, growing talent from within, the need for ingenuity, listening to your customer, conservation is doing right for your customer and their future, being a leader in the volunteer world, with some hunting stories added along the way.

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Jim Zumbo - Living Legend and Humble Hunter | Episode 268 Jul 23, 2025

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy spends a day with one of his friends and most admired mentors, Jim Zumbo. Jim needs no introduction, having introduced so many of us to the world of western big game hunting. Topics covered include Jim using his platforms to promote conservation, his lengthy career as a writer and advocate for wild things, his commitment to elk and RMEF, Jim's mentorship to many, a lot of hunting stories, and sixty years of hunting wisdom from a humble man whose knowledge can't be adequately summarized in two hours.

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