Best Buck Fantastic Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. #226 - Mineral Site Placement and Predator Activity Special Memories of Fathers on Father's Day 1:11:38

3h ago1:11:38

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Takeaways Real World will be offering affordable trail camera batteries on their website, providing a cost-effective alternative to the expensive Energizer batteries. The delayed hay harvest has led to increased fawn mortality as the fawns are in the fields when the hay is being cut. This is a reminder of the cause and effect relationship in the ec…

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Italian Wine Adventure #12: Dolcetto! (Similar to Gamay, the Sommelier’s secret weapon) 46:05

1h ago46:05

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From the great wine region of Piedmont, Italy comes the red wine called Dolcetto, which means “little sweet one” - but don’t be fooled, this is not a sweet wine, although it is a red wine with flavors and aromas of crunchy red fruit. In our latest Italian Wine Adventure, we travel back to one of our favorite wine areas to see if Dolcetto should be …

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Episode 225 - Big Antlers this Spring Mean Big Decisions this Fall! 1:02:33

9d ago1:02:33

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In this episode, Don and Terry discuss the potential for an exceptional antler growing season due to favorable weather conditions. They highlight the importance of the current year's antler growth and how it may not be replicated in future years. They also discuss the challenge of deciding whether to shoot younger bucks that may have exceptional an…

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Malbec: The Ultimate Summer Cookout Wine! (A lush, fruity, inexpensive crowd-pleaser) 40:58

7d ago40:58

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Summer is here, and that means cookouts with family and friends! If you are wondering what kind of wine would be a crowd-pleaser and pair well with food and fun, we have the perfect answer: Malbec! This juicy, well-balanced wine from Argentina is an inexpensive wine that doesn’t taste or drink like it's inexpensive. You may ask why would a wine fro…

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Voice of Storms 35:58

8h ago35:58

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West Virginia psych-stoner metal band Horseburner's Adam Nohe, Jack Thomas, and Ryan Aliff dish on their upcoming 4th album "Voice of Storms, band history, stories behind the songs, and touring. The band discusses how COVID-19 impacted touring plans and how they juggle 9-5 jobs with writing, recording, and touring nationally. Guitarist Matt Stroebe…

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Episode 224 - Saving Fawns and Farming for Nutrients: Insights from Don Higgins 1:05:01

13d ago1:05:01

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Takeaways Understanding the challenges of managing fawns and the importance of protecting them during the birthing season. Recognizing the significance of farming for nutrition and the impact of regenerative agriculture on food plots. Appreciating the innovative approach of Real World Wildlife Products in developing high-quality, nutrient-rich prod…

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Minisode #13: Help! I Don’t Know How to Love White Wine! (Use the B-FAST method to learn to love White Wine) 17:58

7d ago17:58

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We introduce you to the B-FAST method in this minisode so you can become a white wine lover. What’s that you say, you’ve never heard of the B-FAST method? Well, that’s because it is a Wine Pair Podcast original! To love a thing, you have to learn about a thing, and you have to spend time with a thing. You can’t just go with your first impression! Y…

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Episode #223 - Why are Young Bucks Being Hit on the Roads This Time of Year? 1:02:23

18d ago1:02:23

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Takeaways It is important to provide food on your property year-round to attract and retain deer Young bucks are often killed on the side of the road during this time of year as they disperse from their birthplace Understanding the layout of your property and creating a plan is crucial for successful land management Residual herbicides can help pre…

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Minisode #12: What Are the Noble Grapes? (And Why Should You Care?) 14:17

12d ago14:17

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When it comes to wine grapes, it’s ok to play the field, but it is a good idea to get to know the Noble Grapes. And the good news is - you may already be really familiar with them. That’s because many of the most popular wines and wine blends, both red and white, are often made of these grapes. But what makes them Noble? We’ll tell you! And does th…

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Dreaming of Charleston 1:00:28

21d ago1:00:28

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Ann Magnuson reflects on her young life growing up in Charleston, West Virginia and dishes on her latest single "Ghost Cat". This lengthy interview dives into Magnuson's past, both on stage and screen, NYC nightlife, and dealing with loved ones passing from AIDS in the '80s and '90s. Magnuson discusses Making Mr. Right, landing Desperately Seeking …

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Episode #221 - Crop Rotations for Food Plotters and Deer Water Holes 59:44

19d ago59:44

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A fun episode this week as the guys were battling allergies from farm work. Key topics like Deer Fence, Water Holes, CWD, and crop rotations. You will enjoy this one. Have a blessed week.By Don Higgins

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #8: Jennie Murphy of Oxlee Graham Wines! (From forensics to wine making, being a woman in the wine industry 41:57

24d ago41:57

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Jennie Murphy is, like her grandmothers who she named her winery after, a tough, resilient, and determined woman. After losing her home in the 2017 wine country fires, she started to seriously think about starting her own winery. We learned a ton about the winemaking world in our conversation with her - things that the average wine drinker never th…

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WTF is White Grenache? (AKA Garnatxa Blanca and Grenache Blanc, an underrated white wine, an alternative for Chardonnay lovers, a good summer wine) 38:48

1M ago38:48

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Yes, it’s true, they make Grenache is white as well as red! And it’s a great summer wine! Popular in the Catalonia area of Spain where it is known as Garnatxa Blanca, and in the Rhône area of France where it is often used as a blending grape and known as Grenache Blanc, White Grenache is a tasty, complex, and food friendly white wine that deserves …

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Episode #219 - The Most Important Aspect of Hunting Whitetails 1:02:38

1M ago1:02:38

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Don and Terry try to catch up on answering some listener questions in this episode. Several good ones include Miscanthus, Chemicals, Food Plots, Shade and a great question from the state of New York about the most important aspect of Hunting Whitetails.By Don Higgins

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Spain’s Answer to Champagne: Cava! (A step up from Prosecco at a similar price) 42:17

1M ago42:17

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A 10 point wine in this episode! If you want a higher-class alternative to Prosecco at the same price point, then Cava is your wine. Cava is an underrated sparkling wine from Spain that is made in the same way as Champagne, but at a fraction of the cost. Cava is unique among sparkling wines - it is made with native Spanish grapes like Macabeo, Xare…

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Episode #218 -Spring Food Plots - Is it time to plant? 1:01:25

2M ago1:01:25

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Don and Terry spend time talking about each of the spring food plot types of seed and discuss timing and planting methods. New questions include hunting industry, mowing clover, screening / structure in food plots, and more.By Don Higgins

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WTF is Txakoli? (Fizzy, fruity, and fun dry white wine from Spain, aka Txakolina) 43:17

1M ago43:17

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It may be hard to pronounce and spell, but is it ever easy to drink! In this episode, we introduce you to a fun, quaffable, and not so serious wine called Txakoli which hails from the Basque region of Spain. Sometimes also called Txakolina, this slightly fizzy white wine is a perfect summer sipper. While tasting it, we had visions of sitting by the…

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Episode #217 - Now Don wants to go fishing! 1:07:21

2M ago1:07:21

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Don talks about how the most recent turkey hunt has made him want to enjoy other aspects of the outdoors. We have an update about Andrea and Lester's Feet before going into some listener submitted questions about Miscanthus and farm trails. Enjoy!By Don Higgins

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Costco Kirkland Signature 2019 Rioja Reserva Challenge! (A punch-you-in-the-face wine, perfect base for Sangria, for Cab Sauv lovers) 43:22

2M ago43:22

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Rioja is the big dog of Spanish wines, but the question on everyone’s lips is - how does the Costco Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva stack up to other Riojas? Amiright?!? Well, without giving it away, we’re here to tell you that the Kirkland Signature Rioja is a worthy contender! But did it win in a knockout, or was it a draw? You’ll have to listen…

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Episode #216 - Don Shoots His First Turkey - Friends Episode 1:01:39

2M ago1:01:39

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Don and Terry are welcomed by a good friend Brandon Epperson to hold a live podcast after Don killed his first turkey. The guys took the episode inviting some of them on air to ask questions or discuss different topics of the week. Hope you enjoy!By Don Higgins

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Spain’s Hidden Gem: Priorat! (One of the great wines of Spain, Grenache-based red wine) 38:16

2M ago38:16

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When we say hidden gem, we are not kidding! When people think of Spanish red wines, they immediately think of Rioja, but don’t sleep on Priorat. Hailing from the Catalonia area of Spain, Priorat is a Grenache-based red wine blend that completely blew away our expectations! Rich, complex, and oh so drinkable, this is a wine that deserves a lot more …

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Episode #215 - Could 2024 be a fantastic antler growing season? 56:27

2M ago56:27

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Don and Terry discuss a lot. Everything from finding a new ladder stand to antler growing season. Customer questions about what mineral to use as well as herbicides. Hope you enjoy!By Don Higgins

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High QPR Pinot Noir #4! (How the American wine palate has been programmed by big wine, Pinot is a polarizing wine) 43:30

2M ago43:30

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Pinot Noir can be a polarizing wine - some people love it, and some people just don’t get it. We think that happens for a few reasons. First, most wine drinkers have been trained to think that wines are supposed to taste like Cabernet Sauvignon - big, fruit forward, high in alcohol, and very tannic. Which is just not what a great Pinot tastes like.…

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Episode #214 - Don says, "MAKE TURKEY HUNTING GREAT AGAIN!" Easter Sunday 1:02:14

3M ago1:02:14

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The guys take some time to answer questions which end up getting Don on a little rant about some recent accusations of other hunters in the outdoor community. While Don takes up for some of the big names in the industry, he also talks about his upcoming turkey hunt in Kentucky.By Don Higgins

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Wallet-Friendly Wine Reviews: Two Buck Chuck and More! (Reviewing wines under $5, cheap Cabernet Sauvignon, some pleasant and unpleasant surprises) 43:35

2M ago43:35

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Believe it or not, 73% of the wine purchased in the United States is sold for less than $8. So, there are a LOT of people drinking those wines! But they don’t often get reviews, and so we thought we would take some time to taste and review some value wines to see just how different they are from slightly more expensive wines. The results: one of th…

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Episode #213 - Turning old cow pasture in deer sanctuary 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

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Don and Terry check in during March Madness and as consulting season winds down. Great questions including turning old cattle pasture into a deer bedding paradise. Hope you enjoy!By Don Higgins

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Bordeaux Bargains #1! (Haut-Médoc and Graves, Left Bank, why Bordeaux wines are so tricky to understand) 48:30

3M ago48:30

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Bordeaux is home to some of the most famous - and most expensive - wines in the world. But can you find a great wine at a great price?!? You can!!! There is no reason to spend more than $20 a bottle to find highly rated and very enjoyable wines from this classic region. In this episode, we focus on Left Bank wines, and we bring that up because Bord…

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Chasing Giants - Episode 212 - Don gets a visit from the police! 2:28:40

3M ago2:28:40

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An all-new episode covers a lot of ground. Spring is here! Ticks are already out! Don talks about his recent run in with law enforcement while on the road!By Don Higgins

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WTF is Muscadet? (Melon de Bourgogne, the Sur Lie method, batonnage, the ultimate fish wine, the best French white wine under $20?) 41:50

3M ago41:50

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If you’re like us, French wines can feel so confusing - and that’s exactly why we do these WTF episodes! This week, we dive into a great French white wine called Muscadet, which is not to be confused with Muscat or Moscato (which are, by the way, the same thing). Muscadet is a wine made in the Loire Valley from the grape Melon de Bourgogne - and th…

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Episode #211 - Live from RWWP Dealer Event - BINGO 1:16:51

3M ago1:16:51

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This episode is very different from others. In front of about 350 people, the audience played BINGO with some of the popular words said on the podcast. Of course, there were more questions about politics than normal to get Don wound up but there is also some great habitat and food plot questions to learn from. Hope you enjoy!…

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Italian Wine Adventure #11: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo! (An underrated and underappreciated Italian beauty, the ultimate cookout wine) 43:04

3M ago43:04

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Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is an easy wine to overlook. It is inexpensive, easy to find, and does not have the cachet that a Chianti or Barolo or Amarone has. But we are here to tell you that you should take a second look at this underappreciated and underrated Italian wine! In this episode, we tasted and reviewed three easy to find and reasonably pri…

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Episode #210 - What to do with Bush Honeysuckle 1:01:32

4M ago1:01:32

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Episode release on March 3, 2024By Don Higgins

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How Good Are Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Wines? (TJ’s is a great, inexpensive place to expand your wine horizons, is high-end cheap worth the price?) 48:29

3M ago48:29

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Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve wines are meant to compare with wines twice their price, and are said to be top wines from top winemakers in some of the most prestigious wine-growing regions, but just how good are they really? We seek to answer that question to save you time and money. In this episode, we try three different Platinum Reserve wines fr…

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Ep #209 Chasing Giants #209 - Myths about South Facing Hillsides 59:09

4M ago59:09

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Don talks about south facing hillsides. While understanding them can be important, do some land managers put to much emphasis on the bedding being on the south hillside? Some great questions in this episode we hope you enjoy!By Don Higgins

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WTF is Pinotage? (And WTF is Coffee Pinotage? South Africa’s signature wine) 44:59

3M ago44:59

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Ok, let’s be honest. Pinotage is a TRIP. It is like no other wine we have ever had before, and is flat out an experience that you have to try. You may not love it, or even like it, but you have to try it. Especially the Coffee Pinotage which in and of itself is an adventure (and is really a thing)! Pinotage is a wine that was invented in South Afri…

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Ep #208 - Live from the FAE Midwest Sportsman Classic! 1:00:34

4M ago1:00:34

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Don and Terry are live at the MEC in Shipshewana Indiana for episode 208. Terry surprises Don with some exiting news from Lester's Feet. Don and Terry take audience questions live and on the spot!Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/…

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Costco Kirkland Signature Pinot Noir Challenge! (The pros and cons of Costco’s wine selection, why few experts review Costco wines, Kirkland Signature Russian River Pinot Noir review) 44:59

4M ago44:59

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Costco sells a TON of wine, but finding expert reviews of their Kirkland Signature wines can be very tricky. We are happy to help fill that void! Find out why few wine reviewers bother to review Costco Kirkland Signature wines, and where you can find some pretty reliable reviews for those wines. But, most importantly, find out what we think of the …

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Episode #207 - Was Don a Hippie? 1:12:26

4M ago1:12:26

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Don and Terry take the time to answer questions and talk about the recent consulting visits they have been on. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... …

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Josh Wines Are . . . Meh. (The truth behind the hype. BTW, we did not give this episode a title until after we tasted the wines in our recording!) 45:59

4M ago45:59

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Josh Cellars wine has been all over social media recently, but the real question is - is it worthy of the hype?!? We gave Josh Cellars an honest-to-goodness opportunity to impress us. We tasted and reviewed three different Josh Cellar wines just to make sure that we were getting a proper sense of the breadth of their products, and the results were …

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Rewind the Walkman 32:16

4M ago32:16

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Justin Johnson, Chad Fisher, and Nathan Shrewsbury of West Virginia '80s pop-rock retro band Rewind The Walkman discuss their debut show at The Blue Parrot on February 17th, '80s music, their music videos, and whether Heart singer Ann Wilson should regularly perform a song she detests, "All I Wanna Do is Make Love to You." The band also chime in on…

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Ep# 206 - Is Access Really Everything? 1:00:41

5M ago1:00:41

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Don and Terry kick off the show showing some really good access spots they have found on recent farm visits. The guys get caught up on answering some great questions from listeners this week. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higg…

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Sweet Dessert Wines for Your Sweetheart! (Wines for Valentine’s Day, Savoring a meal and time with family and friends, WTF is fortified wine) 49:51

4M ago49:51

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If you think you are not a fan of dessert wines, we believe we can change your mind - because we changed our own minds in this episode! Dessert wines are perfect for romantic evenings, but also a great excuse to slow down and extend a meal with family, friends, and loved ones. If you are looking for something special to do this Valentine’s Day, ser…

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Ep# 205 - Don shares trail camera pictures from 2023 1:18:38

5M ago1:18:38

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Don takes some time this week to share some pictures from two cameras he let sit unattended the entire 2023 hunting season. Great discussion about these camera locations, rope scrapes, bedding areas, antler growth, buck behavior, and food sources. Join the guys as they try to describe these pictures to those listening on all platforms. Camo for Tre…

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #7: Drew Perry! (They make wine in Michigan! Head Winemaker for Simpson Family Estates: Good Harbor Vineyards and Aurora Cellars) 47:18

4M ago47:18

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Did you know they make wine in Michigan. Yes, yes it’s true! And not only that, they make REALLY GOOD wine in Michigan. Don’t believe us? Then you need to listen to our interview with Drew Perry from Simpson Family Estates, home of Good Harbor Vineyards and Aurora Cellars and we’ll set you straight! We had the great honor of interviewing Drew who, …

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Ep. 204 - Hinge Cutting - Don Critiques Specific Projects 1:06:10

5M ago1:06:10

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We try something new this episode! Don critiques some hinge cutting projects we found on google images. Some had good points while others had bad. We hope that those watching on video platforms will enjoy the visual approach to the podcast. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins…

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They Make Wine in Michigan?!? (The Riesling Belt, Leelanau Peninsula, and a bunch of other stuff we bet you didn’t know!) 48:16

5M ago48:16

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Look, we were skeptical too, but it’s true. Not only do they make wine in Michigan, they are making great wine! If you are like us, you didn’t realize that there is a burgeoning wine industry in Michigan, and that some highly rated wines are coming out of their 5 AVAs. And, in this episode we’ll taste some of these well rated wines and tell you wha…

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Episode#203 - Post Season Scouting and Project Advice 1:21:31

5M ago1:21:31

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Don and Terry talk about what each of us can do now that our season is over. Tips and tricks to get done in January while weather is not the best for being outside. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoor…

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Italian Wine Adventure #10: Fiano! (A nearly extinct ancient grape makes a comeback, bigger bodied white wine, famous foods from the Campania area of Italy, Chardonnay alternative) 50:34

5M ago50:34

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The Campania region of Italy, famous for the city of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and Mount Vesuvius, is also home to many of the most beloved Italian foods - like pizza! - but did you know it is also home to many of the best Italian wines?!? In this Italian wine adventure, we introduce you to a white wine called Fiano that you probably have not heard…

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When Porn Gets Political 51:50

5M ago51:50

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24-year-old pornstar Adam Awbride dishes on the Israel-Hamas War, immigration, and the 2024 Election. Awbride gives his opinion on porn mogul Michael Lucas slapping his name on an IDF missile headed towards Gaza and former scene partner Sergeant Miles's arrest for his involvement in the January 6th insurrection. And of course, Awbride speaks frankl…

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Episode #202 - Strange Sponsorship Requests with Joe Miles 1:26:37

5M ago1:26:37

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Don and Terry join Joe Miles on this episode for some good insight and some serious laughs. Hope you give this one a listen as the guys talk about the upcoming year. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoo…

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