Best Campfire Convention Podcasts (2025)

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EP 100 Will Primos — The Truth About Conservation 42:43

18h ago42:43

42:43

Renowned conservationist and outdoorsman, Will Primos, recently announced a partnership with the National Wild Turkey Federation, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever to bring awareness to what conservation is and the role sportsmen and women play through the '…

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EP 99 SHOT Show Chats - John Wallace 44:50

23d ago44:50

44:50

In 2013, John Wallace launched his Wild Game Cook Instagram page as a way to provide everyday outdoorsmen and women with ideas for easy-to-make meals using wild game meat. Nearly 10 years later, he has taken this passion for food and education about wild game cooking, processing and more and made it a full-time gig. At SHOT Show 2025, we sat down w…

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EP 98 SHOT Show Chats - Foster Bartholow 24:35

24d ago24:35

24:35

Foster Bartholow, of Rapid City, South Dakota, is an accomplished trap shooter, an avid outdoor enthusiast and also is a talented videographer and photographer. When not spending his time dedicated to any of these pursuits, he also enjoys helping others with shooting techniques and getting kids into hunting. At SHOT Show, we sat down to talk about…

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Hellboy: The Crooked Man (2024) 49:13

27d ago49:13

49:13

BOOM! A surprise episode of the podcast dedicated to the half-demon hero, Hellboy! After more than 2 years, Kait and MDC return to discuss last year's Hellboy: The Crooked Man directed by Brian Taylor, written by Christopher Golden, Mike Mignola & Brian Taylor, and starring Jack Kesy as Hellboy. After listening, leave your thoughts about the latest…

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EP 97 SHOT Show Chats - Jeremiah Doughty & Cody Gill 50:09

28d ago50:09

50:09

During the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, we had a chance to sit down with Cody Gill and From Field to Plate chef Jeremiah Doughty to talk food, getting new people involved in the life-changing power of the outdoors and much more! Doughty is known for his recipes and food photography found on his social outlets, as well as Turkey Call magazine. And, …

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EP 96 2025 NWTF Convention and Sport Show 50:29

29d ago50:29

50:29

The National Wild Turkey Federation Convention and Sport Show is a celebration of a year of successes in delivering on the mission and bringing people together through the life-changing power of the outdoors. And, this year will be bigger than the last with new events and chances to win, a bigger Sport Show with more vendors and experiences, and mo…

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EP 95 SHOT Show Chats - King Pedford Haymaker Hunting 23:34

29d ago23:34

23:34

During SHOT Show 2025, we got a chance to sit down with King Pedford - retired boxer and host of Haymaker Hunting - to talk about his passion for turkey hunting and more. Pedford's show on Sportsman's Channel is described as a show that is meant "to educate and to share the joys, challenges, excitement, and my passion for hunting and fishing with y…

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EP 94 Forests and Flocks Initiative 31:09

2M ago31:09

31:09

This past fall, the NWTF launched its newest landscape-level, conservation initiative, Forests and Flocks. At the heart of this Northestern initiative is the NWTF’s dual mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hunting heritage. On this episode of the Turkey Call All Acess podcast, the NWTF's Paul Campbell sits down with two of the biol…

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EP 93 Island Adventures 51:43

3M ago51:43

51:43

Adventures are out there for those who are willing to take the path, or even water, less traveled. On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, the NWTF's David Gladkowski and Pete Muller sit down with Nashville recording artist and wild game chef Justin Adams to chat about the adventures had on a coastal island adventure, a trip full of …

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EP 92 Christina McGannon Jones 1:06:44

3M ago1:06:44

1:06:44

Christina McGannon Jones, of Oxford, New Jersey, has helped countless women get their start in the outdoors through the National Wild Turkey Federation’s Women in the Outdoors outreach program, but she wears many other hats. Today, she sits down with NWTF Northeastern R3 Coordinator Jess Warner to discuss her start in hunting, her journey to becomi…

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EP 91 Bottomland Book Club 1:16:01

4M ago1:16:01

1:16:01

The tradition of telling hunting stories goes back to some of the earliest discovered cave drawings known to man. While the medium for telling these stories has changed over millennia, stories of the hunt are how we share and connect with something that is so fundamentally human. Whether it's the tales of the hunt, the misadventures, our passions f…

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EP 90 Mossy Oak Gamekeepers 56:35

4M ago56:35

56:35

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, the NWTF's Paul Campbell travels to West Point, Mississippi to visit with the Mossy Oak Gamekeepers crew. Campbell is joined by Bobby Cole, Lannie Wallace and Dudley Phelps of the Gamekeepers to share a few turkey hunting stories and discuss all things private land conservation, turkey research…

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EP 89 Artemis Georgia & Academics Afield 59:39

5M ago59:39

59:39

Programs designed to share the life-changing power of the outdoors are a key component of the NWTF's mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hunting heritage. On this episode, NWTF R3 Coordinator for the Northeast Jesse Warner sits down with Bre Bashford and Coral Minchey to discuss two programs in Georgia — Artemis Georgia and Academi…

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EP 88 2024 Conservation Week - Hunter Advocacy 34:23

5M ago34:23

34:23

Hunter advocacy plays a crucial role in preserving our hunting heritage. As threats to public lands, hunting access and wildlife habitats grow, the need to advocate for America’s hunters is more important than ever to protect our outdoor traditions. For the final podcast discussion of NWTF Conservation Week, NWTF’s Morgan Evans and Jesse Warner joi…

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EP 87 2024 Conservation Week - Fire 33:49

5M ago33:49

33:49

It's NWTF Conservation Week, and today's discussion is about fire. NWTF Storyteller Hannah McKinney is joined by a panel of NWTF staffers — NWTF biologists Dave Nikonow and Ricky Lackey, NWTF Director of Conservation Operations West Patt Dorsey and NWTF Wildfire Crisis Strategy Manager Molly Pitts — for a talk about fire across the landscape and th…

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EP 86 2024 Conservation Week - Turkey Reproduction 47:17

5M ago47:17

47:17

NWTF Conservation Week continues with a deep five into a topic that will surely pique the interest of turkey hunters — wild turkey reproduction. Ensuring hens are able to successfully reproduce and recruit poults into adulthood is critical for maintaining a stable wild turkey population across the country. For today's discussion, NWTF regional biol…

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EP 85 2024 Conservation Week - Habitat Diversity 39:05

5M ago39:05

39:05

Wild turkeys and a host of other game and non-game species thrive in a patchwork of habitats, including forests, open grasslands, agricultural fields, water corridors and more. For Conservation Week 2024, NWTF district biologists Derek Alkire, Ryan Boyer and Mitch Blake sit down with NWTF Managing Editor of Web and Media David Gladkowski to talk ab…

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EP 84 2024 Conservation Week - Water 33:34

5M ago33:34

33:34

Who was it that once said, “To talk about conservation and not talk about water is just dry conversation.” As the NWTF celebrates its 4th Annual Conservation Week, we would be remiss to not talk about the incredible importance of water and its integral role to the NWTF’s mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hunting heritage. NWTF re…

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EP 83 Dr. Mike Chamberlain 1:04:59

6M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

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…

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EP 82 Leslie Thompson "Niche to Meet You" Podcast Host 1:06:42

6M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

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…

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EP 81 R3 Symposium 1:12:12

8M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

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…

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EP 80 Beau Brooks and Maggie Williams 45:17

8M ago45:17

45:17

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

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EP 79 Conservation is Contagious : R3 with Jesse Warner 44:21

9M ago44:21

44:21

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…

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Episode 19: Firecast019 39:18

9M ago39:18

39:18

Pete Lawrence and Diane Kutz welcome you around the digital campfire for the first time this year with a glide through what's arising for them this week, including the UK elections and our last minute appeal for Trailblazers to stand with us, singing around the campfire, our recent homeopathy session as well as the build up to this year's Campout. …

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Episode 22: An Italian Ghost? Now That's a GabaGHOUL (Ghosts And Ghostly Encounters) 1:34:33

9M ago1:34:33

1:34:33

In this episode we talk about ghosts and read some stories of ghostly encounters submitted by our friends Follow us: TikTok: @welcometocreepycamp IG: @welcometocreepycamp Letterboxd: coldxhands / palexhands

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EP 78 The 200 Year Hatch and Turkeys 50:59

10M ago50:59

50:59

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…

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EP 77 Jonathan Wilkins 1:37:40

10M ago1:37:40

1:37:40

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…

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EP 76 The Oldest Calling Competition in Missouri 44:59

10M ago44:59

44:59

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

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Episode 21: "He’s Naked, And I’m Terrified" (Terrified 2017 feat. Talking Horror Podcast) 1:46:33

11M ago1:46:33

1:46:33

In this episode were joined by our friends at Talking Horror Podcast to talk about 2017's Terrified

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EP 75 Hunting Pressured Turkeys with The Hunting Public 1:09:39

11M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

On this episode we're with the Hunting Public as they talk hunting pressured turkeys. From strategies on how to deal with hunting pressure to calling tips, there's something useful for everyone!By Gilbert Randolph, Dan Rensel

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EP 74 Meat Eater's Turkey Week with Phelps Game Calls 1:09:23

12M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

It's Turkey Week! We're sitting down with Jason Phelps and James Harrison of Phelps Game Calls to talk turkey calling with locator calls, MeatEater's Turkey Week and more. A special thanks to our partners, Nomad, Sawyer and Bass Pro Shops! Learn more about Phelps Game Calls here and make sure you check out the Turkey Week Episode from the MeatEater…

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EP 73 Matt Light 28:19

12M ago28:19

28:19

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're talking with Matt Light, 3x Super Bowl Champ and founder of the Light Foundation, an organization that focuses on connecting youth with outdoors experiences and building the long term values and skills they need to be successful! Matt is a lifelong outdoorsman and passionate turkey hunter…

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Episode 20: “Horny Teenagers Must Die” (Friday The 13th 1&2 feat Horror Junkies Podcast) 1:48:10

12M ago1:48:10

1:48:10

In this episode we talked with our good friends Mike and Pat from Horror Junkies Podcast about Friday The 13th Pt.1&2. If you like our stuff, you should definitely be following them as well.

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EP 72 Bret Collier, Mike Chamberlain and Mark Hatfield 2:17:24

1y ago2:17:24

2:17:24

We caught up with Bret Collier, Mike Chamberlain and Mark Hatfield to talk wild turkey research, questions about turkey behavior and more. Learn about our recent partnership with the Wild Turkey Lab here as well as our record investment in wild turkey research here! Photo Credit: Jeff PerotBy Paul Campbell, Gilbert Randolph

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EP 71 2024 Convention Insider 1:05:37

1y ago1:05:37

1:05:37

This episode is all about convention! Get the scoop on some of the most exciting auctions, seminars and events at the 2024 NWTF Convention and Sport Show in Nashville. Whether you're watching the best turkey callers show off their skills at the GNCC or perusing the hundreds of vendors available on the show floor, it's sure to be a great time. If yo…

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EP 70 BuckVentures 40:26

1y ago40:26

40:26

We sat down with BuckVentures at 2024 SHOT Show in Vegas to talk our new partnership and shared passion for conservation! Founded in 2003, BVO has gained acclaim for its high-quality outdoor shows, including “BuckVentures” and “The Woodsman.” As part of the partnership, BuckVentures Outdoors Productions will feature NWTF's conservation efforts in e…

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Episode 19: "The Revenge Of Rasta Rooster" (ChatGPT Horror Storytime) 47:07

1y ago47:07

47:07

In this episode we used ChatGPT to write 6 horror stories and then read them out loud. We hope you enjoy haha

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EP 69 Williams Gun Sight Company 31:51

1y ago31:51

31:51

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're sitting down with Brian Wright of Williams Gun Sight Company to talk their new Low Reflex Sight, specifically designed with turkey hunters in mind! If you're looking to upgrade your turkey gun in anticipation for the 2024 spring season, you won't want to miss this! You can learn more abou…

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EP 68 Rob Keck 44:31

1y ago44:31

44:31

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're sitting down the former NWTF CEO and turkey hunting legend Rob Keck! We talk the beginning years of the NWTF and some of the challenges of laying the groundwork for fifty years of conservation work. If you missed our other conversation with Rob Keck, you can watch the full thing here!…

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EP 67 The Five Gift Rule 54:05

1y ago54:05

54:05

This episode is all about the five gift rule! It's the holidays and if you're looking to get a thoughtful gift for someone who loves the outdoors, you know it can be tricky to pick something. The five gift rule is giving someone a gift they want, one they need, something to wear, something to read and an experience. We hope this holiday prompt spar…

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EP 66 Bourbon and Beards 1:04:12

1y ago1:04:12

1:04:12

On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're talking bourbon, white oaks and how all that ties back into wildlife habitat! We're joined by Ryan Boyer, Heather Wortley, Nick Mueller and Brandon Nutt. White oak trees are a vital part of a healthy forest ecology, occupying more than 104 million acres of public and private forest land a…

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Episode 18: "Ghoulish Guest": Justin Bryant (1126 Art Studio) 1:37:26

1y ago1:37:26

1:37:26

In this episode were joined by our good friend Justin Bryant and talked to him about his career in graphic design. Justin has done artwork for horror movies as well as some of your favorite bands.

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Episode 17: "According To Chandler, It's Alive!" (Horror Trivia) 1:15:17

1y ago1:15:17

1:15:17

Trying to get Chandler to behave is hard sometimes. In this episode we do more horror trivia and were a little better this time ha

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Episode 16: "A Dick In The Attic" (Horror Movie Creatures) 1:09:00

1y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

In this wild episode full of terrible puns and witty transitions, we talk about cool creature designs in the world of horror

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Episode 15: "Caucasian Shenanigans"-OG's vs Remakes Pt.1 (Feat Anti Social Horror Club) 1:14:16

1y ago1:14:16

1:14:16

In this episode were joined by our good friend Cody (Anti Social Horror Club on Tiktok) to talk about older films and their remake counterparts

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EP 65 Bumblebees and Bunkers 52:31

1y ago52:31

52:31

We're talking with Ryan Boyer, Pat McFadden, Doug Little and Scott Fetters about an exciting project that's establishing diverse, native plant habitat on golf courses! With their expanse of acreage — well over 100 acres on average ― golf courses provide untapped potential to benefit wildlife. That is why the NWTF is partnering with the U.S. Golf As…

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EP 64 Conservation and the Farm Bill 58:30

1+ y ago58:30

58:30

This episode of Turkey Call All Access is all about the Farm Bill and what it means for wild turkey conservation! Matt Lindler, Doug Little and Jared McJunkin dive into programs funded by this legislation and how it benefits both private landowners and the general public. Read more about the Farm Bill here.…

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EP 63 Firearms in the Home and Field 51:21

1+ y ago51:21

51:21

On this episode, we're talking with Joe Bartozzi, President and CEO of the National Shooting Sports Foundation and Jared McJunkin, Director of Conservation Operations in the Central Region. Whether you're a new gun owner or firearms have been in your family for generations, firearms safety is one of the most important topics to stay fresh on. We co…

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EP 62 Wild Turkey Research Rio Grande Turkey 38:50

1+ y ago38:50

38:50

The Rio Grande wild turkey, a distinct subspecies of North American wild turkey found primarily in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico, and Nebraska, face many threats, such as habitat loss, urbanization, climate change, disease and parasites, and these factors play a significant role in impacting the overall health of Rio Grande wild turkey popula…

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EP 61 Wild Turkey Research Florida Part 2 24:59

1+ y ago24:59

24:59

A new study in Florida is trying to better understand the survival of hens, their choices in habitat selection, nesting chronology and nest site selection. It will look at survival rates of Osceola wild turkeys, including both adult birds and their poults, while closely examining the factors that are linked to their mortality. It will also focus on…

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