Taking its support of wild turkey research into new territory, the NWTF recently established the first-ever National Wild Turkey Federation Distinguished Professor position with the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. Coming on the heels of the NWTF officially naming Dr. Mike Chamberlain as the chair of this po…

This week Jim and Todd take one for the team as we taste through five Stagg (Stagg Jr) releases over a six year period. Listen in as we taste, score and discuss the world of Stagg and Buffalo Trace. Can you guess the winner? Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will b…

This week Jim and Todd explore five whiskeys that are very deserving of a review. This is going to be great show with a couple of interesting surprises. Listen in for some great recommendations on bottles you should be on the lookout for. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving peop…

Paul Campbell and Pete Muller of the NWTF are joined by Leslie Thompson, the "Niche to Meet You" podcast host, to talk about her new miniseries that was just launched this past week covering wild turkey conservation. While Thompson chronicles her journey to learn about the history and conservation of our cherished bird and the people who play an im…

This week Jim and Todd dive into four bottles of Bookers which released between 2016 and 2024. In this deeep dive we explore the varied profiles and great richness of the Booker's expression. Listen in to find out which release takes the prize. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon lovin…

This week Todd todd invites his good friends Kelsey, Jeff and Durell from the Youtube Channel "Hello Again Whiskey Friends" for a few pours and some great discussions. Listen in as they talk about their favorite picks and distilleries of the year so far. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bou…

This week Todd take Jim off-roading with some interesting pours... "not bourbon". Listen in as we stretch our palates a bit with some interesting whiskeys and non-whiskeys as well. Lots of fun! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!…

This week Jim and Todd taste through four years of releases of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof bourbons to choose their overall winner. Listen in as we pay homage to this tried and true staple in Kentucky barrel proof bourbons. You might be surpised how well the current release fairs. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies"…

Jim and Todd hang out with Maile Hartsook from Brown Forman to talk about their commitment to sustainability from barrel to bottle. This is a great topic and something that is on everyone's mind. Join us for this informative session with one of the leaders in sustainability. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for…

Jim and Todd sit down with five new whiskeys to review. It has been too long since we had a big review show and now is the time. On this episode we take our time at The Bourbon Road Bar to taste and analyze some really fine whiskeys that you won't want to miss. There are some real stars in this show! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group,…

Jim heads to Colorado to catch up with Michael Myers at Distillery 291. In this episode, we focus on the Good Guy, Bad Guy and two exceptional Experimental whiskeys. A lot of fun and really great whiskeys on this Colorado road trip. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. Yo…

Jesse Warner, the NWTF's Northeastern R3 coordinator, is on location in Mobile, Alabama for the 2024 R3 symposium where more than 220 R3 professionals gathered to engage in and discuss hunting and shooting sports participation. Warner is joined by Bre Bashford, Georgia R3 coordinator, and Michael Addison, Nebraska R3 coordinator, to recount their s…

Jim celebrates a landmark episode by drinking through four unicorn pours with a good friend. He also announces his new co-host in this episode. Listen in for a great time and some really amazing pours. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open ar…

That's a wrap! Turkey season is over and we're joined by Beau Brooks and Maggie Williams to talk their favorite moments from the season, traveling for turkeys and more. Cover Photo by Casey Lyon. Become an NWTF member here.By Philip Matthews and Gilbert Randolph

Jim sits down with Bill McBrayer and Bill McBrayer Sr. to talk about their historic whiskey company McBrayer Legacy Spirits. They bring a couple of their finest expressions on this show and talk about the legacy of the McBrayer name and the history of whiskey in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Strap in for a great episode as we taste and talk. Thank you to…

Jim welcomes Tim Piersant, Founder and CEO of Chattanooga Whiskey to the show. Tim brings an incredible story along with two of his fine Tennessee High Malt Whiskey's. Listen in as Tim takes us through the startup story of this well respected distillery and their victory over the restrictive spirit laws that once governed Tennessee. Thank you to ou…

Conservation is contagious! On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast we're talking with the NWTF North East R3 Coordinator, Jesse Warner, NWTF National R3 and Relevancy Coordinator Morgan Evans and Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife R3 Coordinator Astrid Huseby about all things R3. R3 stands for recruitment, retention and…

Jim welcomes Vienna Barger from Southern Distilling to the show. This week Vienna introduces us to their award winning Southern Star Paragon Bottled-in-Bond Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey and their Southern Star Double Rye, a blend of straight rye whiskeys. Both are exceptional and your gonna want to hear about them. Listen in to get the whole st…

Todd Ritter makes a trip to The Bourbon Road Bar to execute his plan to explore "old" bourbons. These bourbons (and ryes) are all exceptional and contain the word "old" in their name. We also discuss dozens of other whiskeys that also contain the word "old" in their name. Great show, lots of fun. Join us and have a blast! Thank you to our sponsors,…

Jim is joined by Diane Strong, Amzie Wenning and Todd Ritter for this year's Bourbon on the Banks preview. We drink through four different special whiskeys while discussing this years upcoming event. Be sure to tune in to catch the discount on event tickets. Hurry before they sell out again this year! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Sh…

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're talking the 200 year cicada hatch! This convergence of two periodical cicada broods only happens about every 200 years and we are lucky enough to witness it in our lifetimes. Colton Zirkle of the Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation and NWTF District Biologist talk the life cycles of cica…

Jim spends some time with Danny Callaway (@DannyBardstown), VP of Product Development at Bardstown Bourbon Company. Together they explore the new Collaborative Series release Amrut which releases this Friday nationwide. Listen in as we taste and talk about this release and all things Bardstown Bourbon Company. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's B…

Jim joins Rob, Todd and Amzie in the Rare Eagle Bar for an exploration of American Single Malts. In this episode we each bring a bottle and discuss why this category of whiskey is on the rise. Listen and and be inspired to try these truly American malt whiskeys. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels. Be sure to che…

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're talking with Jonathan Wilkins, hunting guide, turkey fanatic, writer and cook. We cover everything from Kentucky Burgoo to DIY hunting vans. He is the owner of Black Duck Revival, a lodge in Arkansas, which you can learn more about here. Get connected with an NWTF Chapter in Arkansas here…

Jim sits down with Ryan Dewar of 10th Mountain Whiskey and Spirits Company. We talk about the great legacy of the 10th Mountain and the brave servicement that made up that division over the decades. We sip though three difference expressions including their bourbon, rye and amercan single malt whiskeys. Join us for a great time this week. Thank you…

In this episode of the Turkey Call All Access podcast, we're talking with James and Cody Harrison of Harrison Custom Calls about the oldest calling competition in Missouri, insights into the competition calling world and more! Find local calling competitions hereBy Gilbert Randolph

Jim heads down to the Louisville waterfront to join Shane McBride for some epic barbeque meats and select bourbons. In this episode we learn all about Pig Beach and their "World Champion" award winning BBQ. We also taste through a selection of their carefully selected bourbons. This is a must listen show... sorry in advance for a little bit of lip …

Jim gets to hang with The Pretty Goods and sip on some Bulleit 10 Year Bourbon as well as their 12 Year Rye. The Pretty Goods is a great band out of central Kentucky who will be ushering in this years Bourbon on the Banks event by playing the launch party at Whiskey Thief Distilling. This is great show with some original songs and great whiskey. Ch…

Jim hangs out with Ryan Lang, Owner and CEO of Middle West Spirits of Columbus Ohio. Ryan brings three of their core offerings to sample during this episode. Join in while we taste through the Middle West lineup and talk about the great expansion project underway at Middle West. There are some great whiskey things happening in Ohio these days! Than…