Whiskey & Whitetails

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066: Turkey Time Mar 28, 2022

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Matt and Gus sit down to enjoy some custom blended Old Forester and chat about all things Spring! New bow releases, new whiskey releases, turkey tips and strategies and our upcoming Lousiville, KY trip. We also chat about and reminisce about old car shows and high school senior photos. Lots of good laughs and old memories in this one!

This Episode is Powered By: Custom Old Forester 1915 Blend

Topics Discussed: The Old Forester 1915 blend. New compound bows coming out this year. New whiskey releases to look forward to. Some excited developments with potential packages for the Camp Hero benefit dinner this year. Wintersmiths clear ice mold that was sent to us to review. A boogie hot toddie recipe from Marth Stewart. Some tips and strategies for turkey season, particularly if you’re new. Some tentative planning for our upcoming trip to Louisville, KY for the Executive Bourbon Steward class and a few distillery tours. Reminiscing about car shows and high school senior photos.

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2022 SEWE Spotlight: Lt. Bruce - U.S. Coast Guard Mar 24, 2022

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Matt and Gus had a chance during SEWE to sit down with Lt. Bruch to talk about fishery management and the role the U.S. Coast Guard plays. As the Commanding Officer of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Southeast Regional Fisheries Training Center, Lt. Bruce oversees the training, curriculum, and certification for the more than 150 Coast Guard Law Enforcement Officers that annually enter the Fisheries Training Program in Charleston, South Carolina. Lt. Bruce was recognized as the 2021 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council. We had a great and very informative conversation we think you'll enjoy.
Topics Discussed: U.S. Coast Guard’s role fisheries management and federal fisheries law enforcement. How federal fishing laws are determined, established and enforced. The federal and national agencies that participate in the conservation and enforcement of regional fishery laws and regulations. The importance of science and research in the development of regulations related to the gear and equipment as well as the quantity and size limits of fish in federal waters. Boarding a international fishing vessel pulling a giant drag net. Having Japan be your first port of call. Recent introduction of regulations involving descending devices. The multiple hats that the Coast Guard wears in their day to day duties.
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065: with Kyle - Monster Whitetails Mar 21, 2022

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Matt and Gus sit down to talk with Patreon supporter and friend, Kyle Yelton from Monster Whitetails. We discussed some bottles he sent us to try and also talked about what inspires Kyle running his Monster Whitetail Instagram Page. We also talk about life and family and just about everything in between. This was a great conversation and we're looking forward to getting up Kyle's way for a little hunting and even more great conversation.

Monster Whitetails Instagram Page (@_monsterwhitetails_)

This Episode is Powered By: A Selection of Indiana Rye and Bourbon sent by Kyle!

Topics Discussed: Topics Discussed: Kyle’s access to great bourbon and Rye in Indiana. He and Matt’s fun bottle trade/exchange “game”. The rise of Indiana’s Rye selections and options across the state. Hunting pheasants and distillery tours for Kyle’s bachelor party. The growth of Whiskey & Whitetails as a community. The grind of balancing content creation and careers along with family. The Importance of taking time to enjoy family and friends and not getting hung up on the unimportant things. Cash payments for pictures of feet on Facebook. Kyle finding inspiration in the stories he finds on the Monster Whitetails Instagram Page.

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2022 SEWE Spotlight: Country Artist Andrew Beam Mar 17, 2022

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Matt and Gus had the pleasure of sitting down with rising country music artist Andrew Beam. Andrew is from South Carolina, calling the Lowcountry home. Is love for the Lowcountry, it's rich history and culture are evident in his music and laid back approach to life. We enjoyed talking about music, hunting and much more. Check out Andrew's newest single, The Billie B, and his new EP coming out April 29th!
Andrew Beam Instagram - @beamcountry
http://www.beamcountry.com/

Topics Discussed: Andrew's start in the world of singer songwriters. His earliest beginnings while serving as a South Carolina Game Warden. The absurdity of a Buc-ee's gas station and walking out with a life sized beaver. The criminal and pirate history associated with Hell Hole in the Francis Marian National Forrest. Some of Andrew's Lowcountry influences and inspirations in his music. A sample of his latest song, The Billie B. How he manages the constant grind of the music industry with his day to day life. His new EP coming out April 29th.
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064: Tin Foil Hats, Turkey Season & St. Patrick's Day Mar 14, 2022

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This week, Matt and Gus are coming to you a couple days ahead of St. Patrick's Day. The guys discuss some of the worlds current events, some "fun to think about" conspiracies, turkey season, making plans for whitetail season and this week's SEWE Spotlight episode with Andrew Beam.

This Episode is Powered By: Taconic Distillery Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Topics Discussed: Topics discussed: Ridiculous gas prices and fun conspiracies related to them. Vet bills and cat teeth extractions. A plug of the week that’ll help you make money when you fill up at the pump. The start of tourist season in Charleston. Getting caught up on admin tasks for the company while orders have slowed a bit. Government punishing citizens for collecting rainwater. Plans for turkey hunting this year and a plan for setting dates for whitetail hunts in the fall. Theatrics in a turkey calling competition. Getting 20k Instagram views by accident. The various pieces of content one can generate from a single bottle of whiskey. Matt’s latest experiences with melatonin induced dreams. The emerging and changing landscape of social media. Random facts of the week focused on St. Patrick’s Day. Hatching thousands of praying mantises in Matt’s house. Our next SEWE spotlight release with Andrew Beam!

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2022 SEWE Spotlight: Jenn - Fords Gin Mar 10, 2022

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During this year's SEWE weekend, Gus and Matt had the pleasure of sitting down with Fords Gin rep, Jenn to talk gin and bourbon! Jenn shared tons of fascinating details about the distillation process of gin, how Fords Gin sets themselves apart as well as some cool background on Old Forester bourbon as well. You can find Fords Gin, Old Forester, Brown-Forman and Jenn's personal social media below.
Jenn - Instagram (@fordsjenn)
Fords Gin
Old Forester
Brown Foreman

Topics Discussed: Cute puppies at SEWE. Fords Gin Navy Strength Gin. The detailed thought put into the Navy Strength Gin bottle. The definition and origin of Navy Strength gin. The legal distilling requirements and process for gin. Some of the similarities and differences between the distilling process for gin and bourbon. The Brown-Forman relationship with Fords Gin as their parent company. A unique history of the Old Forester company and brand. Ins and outs of the Fords Gin distilling operation and distribution.
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063: Money Fraud, Molotov Cocktails & Irish Jigs Mar 07, 2022

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Matt and Gus are back this week with a smattering of topics including a resolution to Matt's money fraud incident, a crazy whitetail season thanks to solid food plots, neighborhood Molotov cocktail parties and Irish Jigs. The guys also discuss a delicious Wild Turkey shared with us by one of our Patrons as well as the new St. Patrick's Day edition of Kentucky Owl.

This Episode is Powered By: Some old dusty Wild Turkey sent by one of our Patrons, Bryan!

Topics Discussed: The conclusion of Matt fraud escapade and jumping through all the hoops with USAA. A list of must do things to get your money back in the event you’re scammed out of money. Delicious Wild Turkey sent in to us by Patreon Bryan! Over 500 inches of antler between 3 bucks killed by 3 family members over a new food plot. The steep price of the newest Redbreast 21 release. Big dinner plans with all the great people we met at SEWE. An Irish themed Random Fact of the Week. The guys’ plans for the weekend. Inconveniently timed leaf falling by South Carolina live oaks.

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2022 SEWE Spotlight: Ryan Kirby Mar 03, 2022

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On this week's episode of the 2022 SEWE Spotlight, Matt and Gus had the privilege of sitting down with none other than Ryan Kirby! Ryan is an wildlife artist that has been creating some amazing artwork over the past several years, one of which is a center piece in Matt's living room. Ryan is an awesome, down to earth family man and outdoorsman. We were very excited to spend some time with him, learn some new things and reminisce on the last time we hung out.

Check out Ryan and all of his artwork at the links below!

https://ryankirbyart.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ryankirbyart/
Topics Discussed: Ryan's start in graphic design and art for the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). Ryan's previous clients and employers including Winchester Ammunition, Outdoor Magazine and many more. Challenges of running a business and making time for the outdoors and family. A little deep dive into the world of Bottled in Bond bourbons. The story of Ryan's painting of "Danger" for Mark Drury of Drury Outdoors. How Ryan's famous series of paintings of ducks for the flyways and his Growth and Maturity of the Whitetail Deer painting and prints got their inspiration. Hunting turkeys next to five foot rattle snakes. Planning some future turkey hunts.
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062: Southeastern Wildlife Expo Recap Feb 28, 2022

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Matt and Gus sit down for a quick recap of the whirlwind of a weekend called the Southeaster Wildlife Exp (aka SEWE). The talk about the good and the bad of the weekend, the lessons learned, laughs had and new friendships made. They also discuss the upcoming first episode of the special Whiskey & Whitetails SEWE Spotlight Series.

This Episode is Powered By: High West finished release samples sent by Scott from our Patreon!

Topics Discussed: Matt’s obsession with hoarding Buffalo Trace simply to spite other whiskey drinkers. Matt and Gus’ efforts to shed some pounds ahead of warmer weather. Day by day break down and recap of Whiskey & Whitetails at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo. Loading into the event in a muddy mess of an event space. Scheduling podcasts for the weekend with various guests and industry leaders. The challenges of recording at a live event and in an outdoor space. Getting to chat and talk about old hunts and new project with Ryan Kirby. Sinking into the ground during podcasts on the first day. Watching our family and friends work our booth and pitching in on the effort. Attending the Lowcountry Social and being on the news twice in the weekend. Matt’s unfortunate bank story that everyone can learn from. A brief discussion on the significance of ska music.

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061: Starlight Picks with Rocco from Camp Hero Kentucky Feb 21, 2022

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This week, the guys are joined by their good friend, Rocco, from Camp Hero. The guys catch up on what's going on with Camp Hero this year, awesome plans for the second annual American Heroes Bourbon & BBQ Bash and break down the 3 Barrel Picks coordinated by Camp Hero from Starlight.

This Episode is Powered By: 3 Starlight Barrel Picks from Camp Hero KY

Topics Discussed: Finishing off a bottle of George T. Stagg in under an hour the last time the guys did a podcast together. How the Starlight Barrel pick process went. How Camp Hero KY got its start and where its headed. Upcoming plans for Camp Hero to include more collaboration with the Kentucky Football and Basketball teams. A knife making and survival class. Python hunting in Florida as well as some fishing opportunities. Plans for this year’s Camp Hero BBQ Bash in Lexington, KY. Plans for some hunting trips to Kentucky this year.

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