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The Big Honker Podcast

Andy Shaver & Jeff Stanfieldwww.bighonkerpodcast.com
The Big Honker Podcast is your ultimate authority on all things waterfowl hunting!! The show's hosts are Jeff Stanfield, owner of Stanfield Hunting Outfitters and Andy Shaver, head guide at Stanfield Hunting Outfitters. You will not find a duo more knowledgeable about the hunting industry than these two! Join them as they give you an all access pass into what most hunters dream about, which is to hunt for a living! Not only will they be giving you a peek behind the curtain on what its like to run one of North America's largest outfitters but each episode will be filled with discussions on topics such as scouting, decoy spreads, migration and hatch reports, product reviews, retriever training, calling tips and techniques, as well as tactics they use everyday to make each hunt a success... Couple that with the occasional tall tale from past hunts and special guests interviews from waterfowl industry leaders this show will be a fun ride and a must listen for everyone from the most hardcore hunter to the hunter that only hits the field twice a year.
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Episodes

Episode #1079: Erin Nimetz

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined once again by Erin Nimetz for another deep dive into the world of true crime. The group examines the bizarre and disturbing details surrounding the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping, discussing the twists, unanswered questions, and public fascination surrounding the case. They also explore America’s ongoing obsession with serial killers, true crime documentaries, and why these stories continue to captivate audiences. To wrap things up, they preview the second “Tr...

May 20, 20261 hr 42 min

Episode #1078: Adam & Madison Grimm

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Adam Grimm, a three-time winner of the Federal Duck Stamp Competition, along with his daughter Madison Grimm, a three-time winner of the National Junior Duck Stamp Contest. Adam became the youngest artist ever to win the Federal Duck Stamp Contest, while Madison made history as the youngest winner of the National Junior Duck Stamp Contest. The guys discuss Adam’s time in art school and how his passion for painting ducks and wildlife often made him an ...

May 19, 20261 hr 31 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Texas Made

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff lists several of the inventions that have come from the great state of Texas, and Andy looks at the story of the invention and marketing ploy of Crisco. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

May 15, 202617 min

Episode #1077: Rant & Rave

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver rant and rave over a wide range of topics in this episode, starting with the anticipation surrounding the upcoming NFL schedule release and the buzz around the league heading into the new season. The conversation then shifts to the growing struggles facing the American farmer, and the economic pressures hitting rural communities. The guys also discuss the growing dissatisfaction many young adults feel about the current state and direction of the country, the lack o...

May 15, 20261 hr 41 min

Episode #1076: Jon Deeter

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Jon Deeter from Guyette & Deeter following their record-breaking April auction. The guys discuss several of the rare and historic pieces that each sold for more than $1 million, many of them coming from the legendary Jim Cook and Diane Cook collection. Jon shares what makes these antique duck decoys so valuable and why the market for vintage waterfowl collectibles continues to grow. They also break down how someone can get started collecting duck ...

May 13, 20261 hr 27 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Accidental Inventions

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff looks at modern inventions that were found by happenstance, and Andy shares some staggering stats on Nick Saban’s dominance of college football. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

May 08, 202623 min

Public Land - Colorado - Trenton Forbes

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Trenton Forbes from Colorado. The guys discuss the highs and lows from Trenton’s season in Colorado, the three most harvested ducks in Colorado, his process for accessing the public hunting grounds in his state, and his pursuit of the 41 species of du...

May 08, 202652 min

Episode #1075: Michael Sims

The guys discuss how a passion project that started in a college apartment grew into a successful business in the competitive watch industry. Michael shares how he taught himself the art of watchmaking from the ground up, the challenges of building a brand, and the lessons learned along the way. They also dive into the evolving watch market, how Hook and Gaff is thinking outside the box to stand out in the outdoor and lifestyle watch space, and what separates their brand from other watch compani...

May 07, 20261 hr 25 min

Episode #1074: Zach Sieler

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Zach Sieler of the Miami Dolphins. Zach and his wife, Hannah Sieler, founded the Sieler Safe Haven Foundation to provide outdoor education, hunting, and fishing experiences for youth, especially those with disabilities or from underserved communities. They discuss what inspired them to launch their nonprofit, Zach’s journey from being waived by the Baltimore Ravens to earning a major contract extension in the NFL, and how the outdoors, hunting, and fi...

May 06, 202658 min

Episode #1073: Dr. Mike Brasher

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Dr. Mike Brasher, Senior Waterfowl Scientist for Ducks Unlimited, for an in-depth look at the current state of waterfowl across North America. They break down how conditions in the Prairie Pothole Region are shaping up as ducks and geese head into the breeding season, and what it could mean for the upcoming duck hunting season. The conversation also touches on the return of Black-bellied Whistling Ducks to Knox City, including one compelling theory be...

May 04, 20261 hr 29 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Candy & Grocery Stores

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff shares the story of an invention found in every office today and bets Andy some money on top selling candies in the US, while Andy explores the ways that grocery stores trick you into spending more money. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

May 01, 202621 min

Episode #1072: Christian Zeron

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Christian Zeron of Theo & Harris, a vintage watch expert who’s recently found himself diving headfirst into the hunting and outdoor lifestyle. Growing up around New York City, Christian wasn’t raised around hunting or the outdoors. But after discovering it later in life, he hasn’t looked back—embracing every new opportunity with energy and curiosity as he builds a deeper connection to the outdoor world. The guys cover a wide range of topics includ...

May 01, 20261 hr 23 min

Public Land - New Jersey - Brian Paulus

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Brian Paulus from New Jersey to talk waterfowl hunting in the Garden State—from the marshes along the Delaware Bay to the coastal waters near Atlantic City. Brian breaks down how he splits his season between the marsh and the coast, his favorite speci...

Apr 30, 20261 hr 9 min

Episode #1071: Corey Lucas

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Corey Lucas, owner of Cedar Run Decoys, to unveil two new decoy lines set to launch this summer. Corey pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes work it takes to bring a product to market, from concept to final production. The conversation also shifts beyond the blind, as the guys talk about Corey’s Bible study group and the importance of men having spaces to connect with peers and mentors. They dive into building a lasting legacy, passing value...

Apr 29, 20261 hr 35 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Pound of Gold

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff dives into the history of oil prices and who makes the most money on a gallon of gas, and Andy pulls a fast one on the weight of a pound of gold. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Apr 24, 202620 min

Episode #1070: Tony’s Conspiracy Corner

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tony Stanfield for another round of conspiracy talk, where nothing is off limits and everything gets questioned. The guys dig into reports of more than a dozen missing nuclear scientists, the spread and impact of the Lone Star tick, political redistricting in Virginia, and the ongoing conflict in Iraq.

Apr 24, 20261 hr 37 min

Public Land - Michigan - Paul Hinman

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Paul Hinman from Michigan to break down the ins and outs of hunting waterfowl on public land in the Great Lakes State. Paul talks about the heavy pressure on crowded WMAs and how he finds ways to set himself apart when the marshes fill up. The convers...

Apr 24, 20261 hr 26 min

Episode #1069: Gary Joe Koetter & Andrew Lindemann

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Gary Joe Koetter and Andrew Lindemann, the duo behind the wildly popular Instagram page tracking all the ways Gary Joe manages to get fired up throughout the day—now closing in on a quarter million followers. The guys share more stories from Gary Joe’s glory days, dive into the latest farm-related mishaps and meltdowns, and, in a shocking turn of events, Andrew may have brokered a peace deal between Gary Joe and one of his longtime arch enemies....

Apr 22, 20262 hr 22 min

Episode #1068: Jerry Coplen

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Knox County Extension Agent Jerry Coplen to discuss the proposed Farm Bill, including language around “live lure” that could have implications for dog trainers and upland hunters. The conversation also dives into the challenges facing American farmers, the current state of the beef market, and what it was like growing up on a farm. Jerry shares his thoughts on raising resilient kids, and the guys touch on the growing skepticism many Americans have tow...

Apr 20, 20262 hr 47 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Bush & KFC

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff dives into the surprising amount of money being spent on personal grooming, and Andy shares the wild story of how KFC once found itself in a legal battle involving Colonel Sanders. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Apr 17, 202615 min

Public Land - California - Tanner Castillo

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Tanner Castillo from California. Tanner breaks down the intense pressure he faces from other hunters every time he steps onto public ground, the long list of rules and regulations that come with hunting waterfowl on public land in California, peak tim...

Apr 17, 202654 min

Episode #1067: Tommy McGee

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tommy McGee, who built a successful electrical business in the Houston, Texas area. Tommy shares the story of a near-death experience early in life and how it shaped the man he became. The conversation also looks back on growing up in the 1980s, lessons learned along the way, and Tommy breaks down just how much electricity modern data centers actually consume—and what that could mean moving forward.

Apr 16, 20261 hr 45 min

Episode #1066: Bryce Elder

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Bryce Elder of the Atlanta Braves. Bryce breaks down the offseason adjustments that have fueled his hot start this season and how he’s evolved on the mound. The conversation also dives into the growing role of technology in baseball and how the game is balancing innovation while still keeping the human element with umpires. They touch on the recent bench-clearing moment between the Braves and the Los Angeles Angels, and Bryce shares how he’s staying m...

Apr 15, 20261 hr 26 min

Episode #1065: Ben Commodore

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ben Commodore of Cloud 9 Outfitters in Alberta. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including discussions around Alberta’s political climate and the idea of separation, as well as Ben’s perspective from living and working north of the border. They also break down the exceptional waterfowl season Ben experienced, including the impact of a warm, dry winter that kept large numbers of birds in Canada, the noticeable boom in specklebelly geese,...

Apr 14, 20261 hr 59 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Lies that Rewrote History

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff looks at the tourism industry in Mexico, and Andy explores the biggest lies that have shaped all of our lives, and discoveries that science still cannot explain. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Apr 11, 202620 min

Public Land - Kansas - Zac Lujano

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Zac Lujano from Kansas, who put together a solid duck season in the heart of the Central Flyway. They break down how waterfowl hunting in Kansas has changed over the years, the growing pressure from out-of-state hunters, and what continues to make Kan...

Apr 10, 20261 hr 7 min

Episode #1064: Mary Morgan Robinson

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Mary Morgan Robinson, a nurse with the QoLA Kids Program in Memphis, Tennessee, which partners with St. Jude to provide palliative and hospice care for children. Mary Morgan shares what it takes—mentally and emotionally—to do this kind of work, and how her background led her to what she believes is her calling. The conversation offers a glimpse into walking alongside families during some of their most difficult moments, the strength required to suppor...

Apr 10, 20261 hr 9 min

Episode #1064: Trevor Austin & Alex Yerges

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Trevor Austin and Alex Yerges from Pacific Calls as they gear up for their 3rd annual Turkey Rodeo. The guys break down what to expect from this year’s event, including new additions and changes aimed at making it even more entertaining around the shop. They also talk turkey numbers in the Pacific Northwest, reflect on a challenging waterfowl season, and share their perspectives on recent regulation changes affecting American freelance waterfowl hunte...

Apr 06, 20261 hr 21 min

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Dangerous Toys & Weddings

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff looks back at some of the most dangerous toys for children to ever come to market, and Andy tells how the modern wedding has grown to become a $65 billion industry. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Apr 03, 202614 min

Public Land - Delaware - Riley Hicks

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Riley Hicks from Delaware, who—unlike many others featured in this series—actually had a solid waterfowl season. Riley breaks down what made the difference for him in Delaware. The guys dive into brant hunting along the Delaware coast, the brutally ea...

Apr 03, 20261 hr
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