Best Forever House Team Podcasts (2024)

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EP. 284: Creating Public Lands with Biologist Matt Holland 1:06:30

6d ago1:06:30

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Host Bob St.Pierre visits with Matt Holland, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s vice president of grant development and a wildlife biologist, about the organization’s public land creation efforts in celebration of Build a Wildlife Area Week. The organization first created a public wildlife area in 1986. Since that time, PF & QF has worked on 1,8…

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From The Big House to Sold: How Estate Liquidators Simplify Downsizing and Home Sales" 39:55

13d ago39:55

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Navigating the emotional and logistical maze of downsizing is a daunting process. Discover the secrets to a seamless transition as we chat with Jeff Marks from Seattle Magpies. Jeff walks us through the entire process, from figuring out what to keep and what to sell, to managing the emotional toll of parting with cherished possessions. You'll hear …

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EP. 283: How to Improve Your Own Upland Photography 1:11:04

13d ago1:11:04

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Quail Forever Editor Ryan Sparks for a discussion with professional upland photographers Brian Grossenbacher and Aaron Black-Schmidt. The conversation starts with Sparks sharing his vision for a photo essay to capture a quail hunt from the very beginning to the final meal. The final result of that concept appears in …

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EP. 282: Previewing the Grouse & Woodcock Hunting Season with Ruffed Grouse Society 1:19:14

20d ago1:19:14

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Jon Steigerwaldt, the Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society’s forest conservation director for the upper Midwest, to preview the 2024 ruffed grouse hunting season. Jon describes the ideal habitat for ruffed grouse and woodcock, and offers plenty of tips to find more birds this season. The guys also discus…

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EP. 281: The Prairie Grouse Forecast, Hunting Tips, and a Game of Battleship 1:30:07

27d ago1:30:07

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever Editor Tom Carpenter and Quail Forever Editor Ryan Sparks for a conversation with professional dog trainer Clyde Vetter, who also happens to be husband to PF & QF President and Chief Executive Officer Marilyn Vetter. Each member of this conversation also considers themselves prairie grouse hunting j…

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Revive and Thrive. Remodel to Sell without Upfront Costs 26:25

27d ago26:25

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Can strategic renovations really boost your home's value by 20%? Join us as we chat with Jessica Morrow, the Chief of Staff at Revive, to uncover the game-changing strategies that homeowners can use to transform their financial futures. She's here to reveal how Revive not only connects homeowners with pre-vetted contractors but also fronts renovati…

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EP. 280: New PF & QF Board Chair and Vice Chair talk Pheasants, Quail, and Alligators 1:14:33

1M ago1:14:33

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s newly elected national board chair Jerrod Burke and vice chair Dan Forster. Burke hails from southwest Nebraska where he farms, works on habitat, and bird hunts. Forster is a biologist from Georgia where he chases bobwhite quail, ducks, and alligators.Episode Highlights:• Burke a…

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Top Five Reasons To Downsize Sooner, Rather Than Later 17:40

1M ago17:40

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In this episode, Dennis and his co-host Judy Gratton discuss the top five reasons why starting the downsizing process sooner rather than later is important. This episode discusses the financial and practical benefits of downsizing your home during retirement. It covers the costs associated with maintaining a large home on a fixed income and the fin…

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EP. 279: National Board Member Thomas Harris on his Passion for Bobwhites 32:19

1M ago32:19

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Host Bob St.Pierre visits with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever National Board member Thomas Harris about quail, bird dogs, wildlife art, and his commitment to volunteering. A passionate Alabamian, Harris talks about a very personal connection to his quail hunting property, and how his conservation ethic resulted in being named the Alabama Conse…

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EP. 278: Joining Forces with The Flush and Birdshot podcasts to talk Ruffed Grouse 1:26:03

2M ago1:26:03

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We’ve assembled a special upland bird hunter’s super show episode with Travis Frank of The Flush and Nick Larson of Birdshot Podcast for a conversation focused on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ new Bird Hunter Diary app and ruffed grouse drumming counts. Joining the conversation from the Minnesota DNR are Assistant Area Wildlife Man…

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EP. 277: U.S. Senate Agriculture Chair Debbie Stabenow on Farm Bill 23:50

2M ago23:50

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Vice President of Government Affairs Ariel Wiegard for a conversation in Washington, D.C. with U.S. Senate Agriculture Chair Debbie Stabenow focused on farm bill legislation. A democrat from Michigan, Chairwoman Stabenow talks about the bi-partisan nature of the farm bill’s conserv…

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A Community of Caring: Retirement Living At Its Best 37:11

2M ago37:11

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Ep. 47 Imagine seamlessly transitioning into a vibrant retirement community where your physical, mental, and social wellness are all top priorities. Tune in as we chat with Cayce Miller, Sales Manager at Fairwinds Brighton Court in Lynnwood WA, who shares his compelling journey and the innovative Prime Fit Wellness Program that sets this community …

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EP. 276: U.S. House Agriculture Chair Glenn “G.T.” Thompson on Farm Bill 44:00

2M ago44:00

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Vice President of Government Affairs Ariel Wiegard for a conversation in Washington, D.C. with U.S. House Agriculture Chair Glenn “GT” Thompson focused on farm bill legislation. A republican from rural Pennsylvania, Chairman Thompson talks about the bi-partisan nature of the farm b…

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"Chillin' and Relaxin': Your Hosts are on Vacation" 0:39

2M ago0:39

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We are on vacation this week to chill and relax. But, we'll be back with a new episode filled with valuable and useful information to help you right-size your life soon. Thanks for being a listener. We really appreciate your support. Dennis and Judy We Would Love to Hear Your Feedback! We Would Love to Hear Your Feedback!…

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EP. 275: Marilyn Vetter Recaps First Year as President & CEO and Unveils New Strategic Plan 1:31:19

2M ago1:31:19

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever President & Chief Executive Officer Marilyn Vetter for a conversation in which she reflects on her first year in the organization’s top leadership role. The pair also detail the vision, mission, values, and four strategic priorities comprising the organization’s new strategic plan …

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Conquering Clutter: Downsizing Your Stuff and Living Simply 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Is clutter driving you crazy and stopping you from making the change you long for? You are not alone! A cluttered household is a natural part of living an American consumer lifestyle and remaining in your home for a long time. Want to do something about it, but feel overwhelmed by the thought of sorting through all that stuff? Meet Lisa Hawkinson, …

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PODCAST EP. 273: Books Every Upland Bird Hunter Should Read 1:21:37

3M ago1:21:37

1:21:37

Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever Journal Editor Tom Carpenter and Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks for the first-ever meeting of the Upland Bird Hunters’ Book Club. The conversation starts with a discussion about Norman Maclean’s A River Runs Through It and how that book, and subsequent movie, changed the general public’s p…

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EP. 274: Chef Yia Vang on Wild Game Cooking and Outdoor Channel’s “Feral” 1:28:42

3M ago1:28:42

1:28:42

Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Yia Vang, a Hmong American chef, restaurant owner, and host of Outdoor Channel’s television show “Feral.” Vang talks about growing up as a small game hunter, going on his first pheasant hunt in Wisconsin, and his perspective on the Hmong “balanced” approach to food. Episode Highlights:• Vang talks about his journey f…

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EP. 272: Bird Dog Training and Falling in Love with Susanna & Ronnie Smith 1:20:03

3M ago1:20:03

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by the husband-and-wife dog training duo Susanna and Ronnie Smith. Ronnie comes from a long line of famous bird dog trainers that includes his father, Ronnie Sr., his uncle Delmar, and his cousin Rick. The couple talk about falling in love when Susanna brought her young German shorthaired pointer pup to Ronnie for train…

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Navigating the Mortgage Maze: Interest Rates and Financing Tips 33:37

3M ago33:37

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In Episode 45, Dennis Day and Judy Gratton will help you unlock the secrets to navigating the complex world of home loan interest rates with our special guest, Steve O'Donnell from CMG Financial. This episode promises to transform your understanding of mortgage rates by focusing on what truly matters—the monthly payments. Hear Steve’s expert take o…

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EP. 271: A Boy’s First Pheasant and Previewing the 2024 Season of The Flush 1:27:19

3M ago1:27:19

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Travis Frank, host of The Flush, to preview the television show’s new 2024 season on Outdoor Channel. The guys kick off the conversation with a fun debate about which characters they most resemble from 1990’s sitcoms, then talk about their philosophical differences in approaching podcast preparations. The highlight o…

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EP. 270: Use the Bobscapes App to Record Bobwhite Quail Encounters and Help Biologists 52:32

3M ago52:32

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Quail Forever’s Dr. Jessica McGuire, University of Georgia’s Dr. James Martin, and Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks for a conversation about the new “Bobscapes” mobile app. The group chats about citizen science, artificial intelligence, and using Bobscapes data to better understand bobwhite quail populations.…

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From Home to Supportive Housing: A Compassionate Approach 54:31

3M ago54:31

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What if you could ensure a smooth transition for a loved one from their longtime home to supportive housing, all while maintaining their dignity and quality of life? Join us as we sit down with Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements, who brings 25 years of expertise to this heartfelt conversation. Daphne sheds light on the emotional and logis…

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EP. 269: PF & QF Biologists Select Their Top 10 Wildflowers During Pollinator Week 1:01:02

3M ago1:01:02

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever biologists Ciera Garner and Heather Francis to talk about the intersection between pollinator habitat for pollinating insects and brood habitat for upland birds. Garner is the organization’s pollinator coordinator in Tennessee and Francis is a farm bill biologist III and on-boardin…

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Five Reasons You Should Offer a Buyer's Agent Commission When Selling You Home 17:25

4M ago17:25

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Should You Offer a Buyer's Agent Commission When You Sell Your Home? Dennis Day and Judy Gratton of the Edge Group Team and EXP Realty, offer Five strong reasons why you should. Are you prepared to navigate the new landscape of real estate in Washington State? This episode promises to equip you with everything you need to know about the recent chan…

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EP. 268: Quail, From Field to Fork with Chef Jesse Griffiths 1:03:26

4M ago1:03:26

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks for a conversation with Jesse Griffiths, a restauranteur, chef, cooking instructor, MeatEater contributor, and James Beard award-winning food writer. Griffiths wrote an article in the new summer edition of the Quail Forever Journal titled, “The Three Quail I’ve Known,” about w…

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EP. 267: Sharp-tailed Grouse in Wisconsin’s Brush and Barrens Habitat 1:45:25

4M ago1:45:25

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Mike Amman and Ashly Steinke, both volunteers with the Wisconsin Sharp-tailed Grouse Society, for a conversation about prairie grouse, barrens habitat, and dog training. When most folks think about sharp-tailed grouse and greater prairie chickens, they automatically think about the large expanses of prairie grassland…

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Help! I'm Almost 65: What Do I Do About Medicare? 33:41

4M ago33:41

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In this episode, our special guest Kevin Anderson, a licensed Medicare Advisor, will walk host Dennis Day through the process of choosing the right Medicare health care plan, just like he would any other client age 64 and 9 months. Learn the timing for enrolling three months before or after your 65th birthday to avoid coverage gaps, and understand …

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EP. 266: Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Making the Map for Grasslands 1:04:19

4M ago1:04:19

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Irene Liu, Wenfei Tong, and Tom Swartwout, along with web developer and software engineer Ben Cooley for a “behind the scenes” conversation about the creation of the Map for Grasslands. The map is the output of a partnership spanning two years between the Cornell Lab of Ornithology an…

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EP. 265: Women on the Wing Series Part 4: Conservation and Habitat Restoration in Quail Country 1:01:33

4M ago1:01:33

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Continuing Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s special Women on the Wing podcast series, host Ashley Chance is joined by co-host Britta Petersen for a conversation with Dr. Jess McGuire who is the Senior Working Lands for Wildlife (WLFW) Bobwhite Program Manager. Jess shares stories about working on a variety of research projects, the ups and dow…

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Decoding Blended Interest Rates: Your Key to Smarter Downsizing Decisions with Gary Kawano 27:33

5M ago27:33

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Unlock the secrets to financial stability in times of economic uncertainty with Gary Kawano of Success Lending, who sheds light on the intricacies of blended interest rates. If downsizing your home in a fluctuating interest rate market seems daunting, Gary's insights will guide you through the haze of mortgages, credit cards, and car loans, reveali…

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Stir It Up!: Simmering in the World of Blended Interest Rates 27:33

5M ago27:33

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Episode 41. Unlock the secrets of financial well-being with Gary Kawano of Success Lending as he shares his expert insights on Blended Interest Rates. This is a crucial exercise for anyone contemplating down-sizing. With thirty years in the mortgage industry, Gary shares a wealth of knowledge to our latest podcast episode. He skillfully breaks down…

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EP. 264: Nick Hoffman on Pet Pigs, Touring with Kenny Chesney, and Being a Hunting Mentor 1:05:15

5M ago1:05:15

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Nick Hoffman, a singer-songwriter, fiddle player, and host of “Nick’s Wild Ride” on Outdoor Channel and Bally’s Sports. At the age of 17, Hoffman ran away from his Minnesota home to chase musical dreams in Branson, Missouri, and then later to Nashville where he landed as the fiddle player in Kenny Chesney’s band. Fro…

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EP. 263: Volunteers Get Dirty Improving Public Lands Habitat 1:05:13

5M ago1:05:13

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Senior Regional Representative Will Clayton for a conversation with chapter volunteers Nina Hoekstra and Dave Scherf. All four participants in this episode recently contributed to projects as part of PF & QF’s Hands-On Habitat effort to improve upland acres across the country. Epis…

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From Title to Tranquility: Safeguarding Your Real Estate Investments with Jayne Boyle 35:25

5M ago35:25

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Unlock the mysteries of title insurance with the guidance of Jayne Boyle from Stewart Title, our expert for this week's "Getting Your Edge" podcast. As we navigate the twists and turns of home ownership and downsizing, we promise you'll come away with a sturdy shield of knowledge to protect your real estate investments. Jane not only demystifies th…

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EP. 262: Careers in Conservation with Levi Day 46:52

5M ago46:52

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s Conservation Leadership Program Manager Levi Day for a discussion about the organization’s effort to foster more interest in conservation careers, ranging from biologists to marketing professionals and accountants to educators. Episode Highlights:• Day recounts becoming a hunter,…

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EP. 261: Women on the Wing Series Part 3: Working with Chapters to Accomplish Mission Delivery 56:32

5M ago56:32

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Continuing Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s special Women on the Wing podcast series, host Ashley Chance is joined by co-host Britta Petersen for a conversation with North Dakota Senior Field Representative Renee Tomala. Renee talks to us about growing up in the outdoors, DIY dog training and how she works with Pheasants Forever Chapters to ca…

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EP. 260: Reverend Hunter Tony Jones on Hunting, Dogs, and God 1:13:55

6M ago1:13:55

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Tony Jones, an adult-onset hunter, theologian, author, professor, podcaster, and former pastor. Jones has just released a new book, The God of Wild Places with the subtitle “Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors.” In the book, Jones writes about the role pheasant hunting, bird dogs, and wild meat have play…

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Empowering Seniors: A Journey Through the Country's Busiest Senior Center 32:00

6M ago32:00

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Unlock the wisdom of Nathan Phillips, the innovative CEO steering the North Shore Senior Center, as we unravel the tapestry of services revolutionizing senior care. From vibrant fitness classes to critically-needed social services, this center isn't just a beacon for those in their golden years but a lifeline for individuals from 12 to 109, includi…

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EP. 259: Birds, Dogs, and New SportDOG FieldSentinel with Clay Thompson 54:38

6M ago54:38

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Clay Thompson, a SportDOG Brand pro staff dog trainer, for a conversation about his Oklahoma quail roots and his current South Dakota waterfowl and pheasant passions. The guys also discuss the new SportDOG Brand FieldSentinel, which Thompson equates to a dog’s “check engine light,” as it monitors a pup’s heart rate a…

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PODCAST EP. 258: Women on the Wing Series Part 2: Prescribed Fire Basics and Habitat Creation 59:36

6M ago59:36

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Continuing Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s special Women on the Wing podcast series, host Ashley Chance is joined by co-host Britta Petersen for a conversation with Iowa Senior Farm Bill Biologist Allie Barth. Barth is one of the longest tenured biologists in the organization and brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion focused on presc…

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Safeguarding Our Seniors: A Battle Plan Against Elder Scams with Kaitlin Cooke 49:41

6M ago49:41

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Elder Scam Prevention Resources are listed at the bottom of the descriptions and the end of the Transcript. Unlock the secrets to shielding our seniors from financial predators with Kaitlin Cooke, a former federal prosecutor turned guardian of elder justice. Through her seasoned lens, we investigate the disturbing increase in scams swindling the el…

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EP. 257: Lighting Fires for Wildlife and the New Book “Ignition” 1:14:42

6M ago1:14:42

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined Ben Wheeler, a Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever wildlife biologist and prescribed fire expert from Nebraska, for a conversation with author Maura O’Connor. The discussion focuses on O’Connor’s new book, Ignition, which is subtitled “Lighting Fires in a Burning World.” The trio talk about the importance of prescribed …

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From Fear to Freedom: Confronting Barriers to Downsizing 16:27

6M ago16:27

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Four million people will turn age 65 in 2024. Eventually, most of us have to downsize. In this episode we will discuss the beginning of Judy's Downsizing Adventure, with real stories. We explore the fears and concerns that often hold homeowners back from making the leap to a smaller home. Through personal anecdotes and expert advice, listeners gain…

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EP. 256: Introducing the Women on the Wing Podcast Series! 41:24

7M ago41:24

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Host Ashley Chance is joined by co-host Britta Petersen to introduce a special Women on the Wing series of the podcast focused on highlighting the women that make up the Habitat Organization. Learn about who Britta and Ashley are as hunters and conservation professionals as well as what inspired them to tell the stories of other women in this serie…

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EP. 255: SPECIAL REPORT on Wildfires in Texas and Oklahoma 1:09:07

7M ago1:09:07

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by three biologists from Oklahoma and Texas to discuss the massive wildfires in the panhandle areas of both states in recent weeks, as well as the impact those wildfires have had on upland birds. Those biologists include Tell Judkins, upland game biologist with Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation; John McLaughl…

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EP. 254: Twisted Stomach, Mean Seeds, and Hunting Dog Injuries in the Field 1:08:20

7M ago1:08:20

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by veterinarians Dr. RuthAnn Lobos and Dr. Seth Bynum for a podcast version of our “Ask a Vet” video series being presented by Purina Pro Plan. To kick off the conversation, Dr. Lobos and Dr. Bynum share their hunting and bird dog backgrounds, then Bob asks follow-up questions from the first six episodes of the video se…

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Part 2 - Five Clues your Real Estate Agent is Working for a Commission - And NOT You 20:10

7M ago20:10

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This episode is an extension of part 1: 5 clues you real estate agent is working for a commission, and not you. In episode one who described how you can tell if your agent is really working for you or a commission. In part 2, Judy and Dennis describe the qualities and actions you will see if your agent is truly working for you. We Would Love to Hea…

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EP. 253: Habitat Essentials Guide with PF Journal Editor Tom Carpenter 1:27:43

7M ago1:27:43

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Pheasants Forever Editor Tom “Carp” Carpenter and PF & QF Director of Communications Jared Wiklund to preview the special section, “Pheasant Habitat Essentials Guide” coming up in the spring edition of the Pheasants Forever Journal. The trio discuss nesting & brood-rearing habitat, winter habitat, food plots, pheasan…

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EP. 252: National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic Attractions for Entire Family 1:01:52

7M ago1:01:52

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Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by three Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever co-workers to provide overviews of family-centric attractions that’ll be a part of National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic coming up on March 1-3 in Sioux Falls. Episode Highlights:• Kim Cole, PF & QF’s Habitat Education Program Manager, provides an overview of the event’s You…

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