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Cutting The Distance

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Jason Phelps and Dirk “The Bugler” Durham from Phelps Game Calls leverage their experiences as badass competition callers, call makers, and dedicated hunters to bring you the tips and tricks they use all season long that make them successful in the field. From turkey to elk and beyond, join Jason and Dirk every Thursday as they host the very best experts when it comes to hunting and calling. Tune in now so you too can get ’em close.

Episodes

Ep. 103: Answering Your Questions (LIVE), Part 1

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi answers listener questions live and in person at the Pope and Young Convention in his home state of Nevada. In part 1 of this series, he covers topics including dream hunts, difficult tags, and archery tackle. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Jul 22, 202144 min

Ep. 102: Summer Scouting Success

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi reminds us why summer scouting is so important, and guides us through the ways we can make the most of the dog days of summer. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 15, 202131 min

Ep. 101: Answering Your Questions, Part 20

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi answers more listener questions, covering topics like first hunts, cover scents, hunting pressured areas, and a whole lot more. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 08, 202144 min

Ep. 100: Looking Back, Looking Forward

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi celebrates episode 100 by taking a look back at some of his favorite stories and moments from the CTD archives. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 01, 202135 min

Ep. 99: Butchering

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi walks us through his techniques for butchering anything, anytime, anywhere. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 24, 202128 min

Ep. 98: Fun Games for Archery Practice

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi gets creative and shares his favorite games to keep archery practice fresh leading up to bow season. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 17, 202136 min

Ep. 97: You Drew a Tag, Now What?

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi talks us through the steps he takes after drawing a tag to increase his chances of success on a limited draw hunt. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 10, 202132 min

Ep. 96: Answering Your Questions, Part 19

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi answers more listener questions, covering topics like preferred method of pistol carry in the backcountry, getting charged by pigs, scoring an animal on the hoof, and a whole lot more. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 03, 202147 min

Ep. 95: Dealing With Large Predators

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi discusses the realities of sharing the woods with large predators, and how best to avoid -- or survive -- an encounter. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 27, 202145 min

Ep. 94: Locating Bears in Thick Country

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi tackles a common problem -- finding bears when glassing isn't an option. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 20, 202131 min

Ep. 93: Picking a Campsite

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi focuses on one of the most important aspects of a backcountry hunt--setting up camp. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 13, 202135 min

Ep. 92: Answering Your Questions, Part 18

This week on Cutting the Distance, Remi answers listener questions, covering topics like best all-around rifles, the differences and similarities between spring and fall bear hunting, and much more. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 06, 202145 min

Ep. 91: Packs

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi takes us through the components that make a good pack, including frame style, fit, and storage. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 29, 202143 min

Ep. 90: Spring Bears

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi talks about one of his favorite hunts--spring bear! Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 22, 202134 min

Ep. 89: Boots

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi "walks" us through boot selection. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 15, 202143 min

Ep. 88: Optics

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi offers his thoughts on optics, covering everything from his favorite all-around binos to angle compensating rangefinders. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 08, 202148 min

Ep. 87: Answering Your Questions, Part 17

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi answers your questions. Topics include side arms, antelope tips, mid-season elk calling, getting the family involved in your outdoor pursuits, and more. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 01, 202149 min

Ep. 86: From Workouts To Packouts

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi guides us through his off-season prep for more successful mountain hunts. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 25, 202140 min

Ep. 85: Remi's Top 5 Southern Hemisphere Fall Hunts

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi counts down his top 5 favorite fall hunts. . . in the southern hemisphere, that is. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 18, 202130 min

Ep. 84: Remi's Top 5 Spring Hunts

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi counts down his top 5 favorite spring hunts. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 11, 202133 min

Ep. 83: Answering Your Questions, Part 16

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi answers your listener questions covering a range of topics including: Tags Target Panic Planning Your Hunt Choosing a Big Game Species International Hunting Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 04, 202143 min

Ep. 82: Applying For Big Game Tags, Part 2

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi guides you through the basics of drawing a tag. In part two of this series, Remi reveals his thoughts on over-the-counter tags, and some basic application strategy for Colorado, California, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and New Mexico. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudi...

Feb 25, 202146 min

Ep. 81: Applying For Big Game Tags, Part 1

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi guides you through the basics of drawing a tag. In part one of this two part series, he touches on different point schemes, the unfortunate realities of point creep, and some basic application strategy for Wyoming, Nevada, Arizona, Utah and Montana. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork....

Feb 18, 202145 min

Ep. 80: Answering Your Questions, Part 15

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi answers your listener questions covering a range of topics including: Target panic Shooting with both eyes open Hunting from tree stands Archery shots vs. rifle shots Choosing a bow for the long haul Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Feb 11, 202137 min

Ep. 79: Archery 202

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi dives into the final installment of his four part miniseries on archery and bowhunting. In this episode, Remi gets technical, covering some finer points of bow tuning, including silencing your bow and adjusting the 3 axises you'll find on a quality bow sight. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...

Feb 04, 202136 min

Ep. 78: Archery 201

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi dives into the third installment of a four part miniseries on archery and bowhunting. In this episode, Remi transitions from the range to the field, covering his shot process on a real animal and what he believes is most critical to executing that shot, time and time again. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://...

Jan 28, 202127 min

Ep. 77: Archery 102

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi dives into the second installment of a four part miniseries on archery and bowhunting. In this episode, Remi tackles archery 102, covering everything from proper form to paper-tuning techniques with special guest Tim Burnett of SOLO Hunters. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See ...

Jan 21, 202139 min

Ep. 76: Archery 101

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi dives into his first installment of a four part miniseries on archery and bowhunting. In this episode, he tackles archery 101, covering everything from selecting the right bow to the arrows you shoot with it. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Jan 14, 202137 min

Ep. 75: Answering Your Questions, Part 14

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi answers your listener questions covering a range of topics including: Best all-around rifle caliber Choosing an entry level bow Ideal boots for different types of hunting Finding water in arid areas Shooting rests Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for ...

Jan 07, 202140 min

Ep. 74: 21 Tips for 2021

This week on Cutting The Distance, Remi shares the story of his most memorable hunt of 2020 and goes through 21 tips for a successful 2021 in the field. Connect with Remi and MeatEater Remi on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 31, 202038 min