Best Fields Association Podcasts (2024)

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Reshaping Our World: The Impact of Active Community Engagement 39:33

26d ago39:33

39:33

What if you could be the architect of your own neighborhood's future? Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Richard Sidebottom as we unravel the neighborhood planning process in Finchingfield and Wethersfield. This episode promises to reveal the power held by local residents in influencing critical aspects like building design, countrysid…

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Wethersfield's Mega Prison Debate: Insights from a Passionate Advocate 53:02

2M ago53:02

53:02

What if building more prisons isn't the answer to overcrowding and rising prisoner numbers? In today’s episode of The Fields Association On Air, we sit down with Frank Easton, who once passively attended parish council meetings but now passionately campaigns against the proposed mega-prison in Wethersfield. Frank takes us through his transformative…

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Is a Mega Prison at Wethersfield Really the Answer? 42:06

2M ago42:06

42:06

Is building a mega prison at Wethersfield Air Base the solution to the UK's prison crisis, or a costly misstep? This episode of the Fields Association On Air explores this pressing issue with Andrew Hull from the Wethersfield Air Base Scrutiny Committee. We dissect the alarming state of the UK's current prison system, from escalating violence to de…

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The Balancing Act: Navigating Planning Regulations and the Power of Local Voices with John Pearce 47:37

10M ago47:37

47:37

Unlock the mysteries of planning regulations and their real-world applications as John Pearce, a seasoned planning expert, joins us for a riveting exploration of development orders and local democracy. This episode is a must-hear for anyone keen to understand the tug-of-war between government mandates and community rights. We delve into the world o…

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John Strange on the Power of Resident Participation in Neighbourhood Planning 27:12

12M ago27:12

27:12

Ever wondered how your neighbourhood took shape? How decisions about housing, infrastructure, and amenities were made? Join us on a fascinating journey with John Strange, Vice Chairman of the Finchingfield Parish Council, as we unlock the secrets of neighbourhood planning! We lift the lid on the detailed process that shapes our local communities, f…

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Bridging the Justice Gap: Sue Willman's Fight for Legal Equity and Social Justice 37:17

1y ago37:17

37:17

Imagine a world where access to justice isn’t a privilege, but a fundamental right. That's the vision we explore with our guest, Sue Willman, a Senior Consultant Solicitor of Deighton Pierce Glynn (DPG). We delve into the struggle of marginalised communities to secure legal representation and the fight of 'lefty lawyers' to bridge this justice gap.…

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Challenging Change: Mark Ault's Fight for the Three Fields Ward and the Future of Wethersfield Airfield 40:42

1y ago40:42

40:42

Imagine turning a safe conservative ward into a thriving independent one, and challenging looming governmental plans – that's what our guest, Mark Ault, the new district councillor for the Three Fields Ward, has done. Mark shares his compelling journey to local council politics and his fierce commitment to the campaign to stop Wethersfield Airfield…

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Surviving the Unexpected: The Journey of an Army Base Community 30:38

1y ago30:38

30:38

Have you ever wondered what it's like to live on a military base, with power outages, water shortages, and the constant threat of unexpected relocation? Lesley, a Vice Chair of the Field Association and part of an Army family, gives us an intimate look into this not-so-ordinary life. She pulls back the curtain on a tight-knit community that was abr…

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Exploring Wethersfield Airbase: Unfolding History, Architectural Wonders, and Future Plans with Ross Stewart 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

37:20

Welcome to a journey back in time, as we navigate through the captivating history of the Wethersfield Airbase with our special guest, Ross Stewart. A dedicated veteran of the base museum for over a decade, Ross enlightens us with tales from his tenure, including the love stories between American servicemen and local lasses. Prepare to be mesmerised…

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Exploring the Severe Contamination Issues at Wethersfield Airfield 41:23

1+ y ago41:23

41:23

Unearth the shocking truth about Wethersfield Airfield's severe contamination issues, as revealed by Andrew Hull, chairman of the WASC. Discover the alarming contents of a 50-page report, which the Home Office only acknowledged after being presented by the Field Association. Our conversation not only highlights the struggle to make the government r…

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Citizen Power: Shaping the Future of Wethersfield 23:26

1+ y ago23:26

23:26

Ever wonder how citizen power can influence government decisions? Join me, your host Michelle Chapman, and my esteemed guest, Alan McKenzie, Chair of the Field Association, as we delve into how a collective voice can shape the destiny of a community. We'll take you through the birth and mission of the Field Association, an organization formed to co…

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Bowfishing 101, with Harvey Hood and John Blazys of Hood Outdoors, South Haven, MI 28:21

5+ y ago28:21

28:21

in this Episode, Rod recaps a fun night of bowfishing in Southwest Michigan with two new friends, Harvey Hood and John Blazys. They discuss everything from the bows to the boat they were using and how to get started in bowfishing. Bowfishing is not an expensive sport and doesn't require a boat. It can be done in just about any state and almost anyt…

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NFAA PC #002 Finding Fun at Tournaments- The Mascarenas Make Memories with Archery 28:28

6y ago28:28

28:28

This week on NFAA Talks with Rod White, he had the chance to sit down with Demetrio and Maria Mascarenas. The Mascarenas have been in the archery scene about two and half years, and made fast friends through their love of tournaments. Field, 3-D, and Indoor- they've done it all. While Demetrio picks the compound, Maria enjoys the recurve. She admir…

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November 23rd - The Final Episode...Thoughts on Late Seasons, Post Season Camera Work, Gear, and More! 15:32

6y ago15:32

15:32

This final Episode concludes the season wrap up for the 30 Days of Rut podcast series! Some last minute tips are included and thoughts about things to be thinking about for next season. Thank you all for following, sharing all of the episodes, and for sharing your successes as a result of this short series! Good luck everyone in the late seasons an…

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November 22nd - Thanksgiving Weekend Tactics 1:43

6y ago1:43

1:43

In this Episode I walk you through the last few days of Rut behavior, public land and private land thoughts, brief info about camera use this time of year and more. Big bucks will fall in the next few days, be one of the hunters who puts a tag on one!!!

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November 21st - Upcoming Gun Seasons and Post Rut Tasks 22:27

6y ago22:27

22:27

This episode of the "30 Days of Rut!" podcast contains some very valuable information that is vital for year to year success on targeting and hunting specific bucks. I cover gun season issues, scouting, cataloguing, and other key issues and tasks that you should be keeping up with as we move through the post rut period. In true, Rod White, no sleep…

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November 20th - Post Rut Tactics on Public Grounds 12:50

6y ago12:50

12:50

This podcast I highlight some thoughts in the early morning hours as I head across Southern Iowa to some new pieces of public ground I've never hunted. I talk about the way I go about picking out these properties, the characteristics of the properties I'm looking for at this time of the year, and I talk about how I've picked out potential stand loc…

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November 19th - Tenacity and Drag Rags...A Formula for Post Rut Success! 15:39

6y ago15:39

15:39

This episode finds all of us one of the best times of the year! The Post-Rut!!! I talk about the need for tenacity at this time of the year and how using a little tool called a "Drag Rag" can up your odds for success!

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November 18th - Perfect Learning Conditions 12:17

6y ago12:17

12:17

This episode I talk a little bit about the opportunity the snow has given us in the Midwest for those of you that have gotten some. Lots of you have had questions about how to identify bedding areas and travel corridors...well with a blanket of snow on the ground like this...there is no time like the present to learn!…

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November 17th - Bowhunting under Gun Season Pressure 13:16

6y ago13:16

13:16

In states where you can legally bowhunt during Gun Season, like so many of you are messaging me about, there are some tactical changes that need to be made. I cover some of those changes I make when hunting during gun pressure. I talk about the issues with calling and types of environments both younger and mature bucks seek when the guns go off. Th…

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November 16th - Breeding Grunts, Tending Grunts, and Rattling 21:17

6y ago21:17

21:17

In this episode, I talk about the use of breeding grunts and tending grunts as well as help define the differences between the two and how to use them effectively. I also talk about the role of rattling and blind calling as well as touch on expectations as we kick off the Post Rut!

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November 15th - The Fast Approaching Post Rut 12:39

6y ago12:39

12:39

With the coming of the end of the Lock Down phase are the reactivation and use of scrapes. i talk about what that means for you and your hunting plans, the use of trail cameras at this time of year, and the trigger that we need to kick off my favorite time of the year...the Post Rut!

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November 14th - Lockdown in Progress 5:11

6y ago5:11

5:11

Theres not a whole lot I can give you guys and gals for information. Today's podcast just sums up the simple truth that you have to be just darn, darn lucky to get an opportunity. So just take this time, if you have it off, to double check your gear, do some laundry, or pick a tree and hope for the best! Good luck everyone and stay safe!…

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November 13th - Post Rut Terrain and Map Info 36:05

6y ago36:05

36:05

In this episode I cover the important information on how I'm using my maps now and preparing for the next 7 to 10 days. Although I can't hunt all of them because of kid duty and Thanksgiving, these are the best days to capitalize on mature bucks opportunities. They'll be making a lot of mistakes and they'll be using terrain to cover as much ground …

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November 12th - Preparing for the Post Rut 43:13

6y ago43:13

43:13

This podcast I have the last appearance and last thoughts from Michael Lloyd of 41 Digital for the season on whitetails. Dustan Fenton, a very close friend of mine joins us as well. And we cover looking ahead to the Post Rut, my favorite time of the year! Multiple discussions are had around what to expect, the viability of cameras, wrapping up the …

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November 11th - Defining the Lock Down Phase 23:37

6y ago23:37

23:37

This episode I go into pretty in depth detail about what the Lock Down phase really consists of and why it exists. I talk about the strategy for success for this phase and the strategies of both mature and immature bucks. Specifically in regards to how they approach the multitudes of does coming into estrous and the days leading up to and away from…

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November 10th - Lockdown Details and Cold Weather Gear 24:14

6y ago24:14

24:14

This episode I head into some strategy of dealing with the dreaded "Lock-Down" phase that's upcoming and some suggestions on how to deal with cold weather in the stand. We also take a moment to chat about the upcoming Vegas Shoot, the world's largest indoor archery tournament!

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November 9th - Public Land Ethics 24:27

6y ago24:27

24:27

We're at the tail end of the peak rut days! That means 3 to 4 days of mind numbing lack of movement...but also means that immediately following we are going to have about a week to 10 days of the best opportunities you'll have all season at mature bucks in the Midwest! Along with...a few thoughts on public land ethicacy...if that's even a word! Goo…

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November 8th - Peak Rut Locations, Weather, and Food Sources 16:17

6y ago16:17

16:17

Snow has hit the Midwest! And, yes, even during the peak of the Rut, the first snow of the year can have a profound effect on the movement we hope to experience tomorrow! In this episode I cover thoughts on my experiences with the first snow of the year, changing food preferences for does in estrus, and the types of habitats I'll be targeting tomor…

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November 7th - No Apologies! 23:38

6y ago23:38

23:38

In this peak-rut podcast, I share some thoughts about not only the state of the rut as usual, and some tips and tactics about where I've found success at this time of the year, but I also talk with Michael Lloyd of 41 Digital and discuss a little about social media expectations and hunters who share their successes in the social media spotlight. Wh…

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November 6th - The 3 Busiest Days of the Season are Upon Us! 7:18

6y ago7:18

7:18

This is a super short podcast as I sum up my thoughts on these 3 biggest days of the year for most whitetail enthusiasts! I wish I could give you all golden words of advice, but the next three days require more luck than skill. Focus heavily on hunting bedding zones and travel corridors between bedding zones. Most of the bucks I kill during this ti…

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November 5th - Primetime Scent Time with Shawn Jenks and Michael Lloyd 51:21

6y ago51:21

51:21

Public land whitetails...here we come! These next 5 to 7 days are going to be you're best bet for hammering a mature whitetail across much of the midwest and in this LENGTHY, but information packed episode, I sit down with Shawn Jenks of Jinx'em Scents and Michael Lloyd of 41 digital to discuss all things scents. Most importantly, how to use them a…

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November 4th - Rain or Shine, You Should Climb! 13:39

6y ago13:39

13:39

The weather and phase of the rut we are in demand that we all be in a stand if at all possible! This podcast I highlight those conditions and encourage you to check out a very detailed and extensive podcast I did with Tyler Jones and K.C. Smith over at the Element Podcast. You can check out the episode here at this link... https://itunes.apple.com/…

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November 3rd - Midwestern Whitetails from a Western Perspective with Michael Lloyd of 41 Digital 38:21

6y ago38:21

38:21

A little different twist on this episode, I've got a good friend Michael Lloyd visiting from Montana who has a fascination with whitetails both in Montana and now in the Midwest. We have an interesting conversation about the differences of chasing whitetails between two completely different environments. We chat about EHD isolated issues, my tree s…

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November 2nd - Last Minute Scouting Tactics! 27:34

6y ago27:34

27:34

This episode is a mixed bag of items that need to be covered immediately! This is a partial follow up to the podcast with the public land map about arial scouting that I posted just a two days ago. I talk about creek systems, entry and exit strategies, and run and gun scouting. Lots of good information in here that you're gonna LOVE! Please Share w…

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November 1st - When Will the Rut Hit My Area 20:20

6y ago20:20

20:20

We are rolling into the number one week I would recommend that ANYONE, hunting in the Midwest at least, needs to spend some time in the timber. This podcast is all about the perception versus reality of the timing of the rut, a few indicators of rut activity, and two simple ways to keep your finger on the pulse of the activity if you're not able to…

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October 31st - Maps and Arial Scouting 35:38

6y ago35:38

35:38

This episode is built for those of you dying for info on map reading and arial scouting. I cover several topics with the use of the OnX Maps system. And although I can't give you a promo code or anything, because they aren't a sponsor...I can tell you there is a free trial that will get you through the fall. So I would suggest downloading the app t…

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October 30th - Decoying Whitetail Deer 20:01

6y ago20:01

20:01

Is a decoy strategy right for you? In this episode I break it all down for you. Not only to decide if it's wise for you to chase whitetails with decoys, but also which ones to choose if your answer is yes! I cover decoy positioning, shot setup, decoy types, and the 20/40 rule...all in this episode!

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October 29th - Keeping Expectations in Check! 16:03

6y ago16:03

16:03

This episode is all about keeping your emotions and expectations in check! I talk about the moon phase, deer breaking the space-time continuum, the ups and downs of the upcoming days, and what factors really are going to impact your success! Good luck everyone and stay safe!

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October 28th - Scent Control 19:09

6y ago19:09

19:09

This episode highlights my entire scent control process. Both elaborate and somewhat boring as it is, it is vital to be diligent in your scent control strategy in the coming weeks! I discuss the Phaze Scent Control line of products, Ozonics, and Chancy Walter's Big Buck Ruiner Cover Up Spray! There are tons of great products out there, but regardle…

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October 27th - Deer Communication, Rattling and Vocalizations 23:30

6y ago23:30

23:30

This episode I cover rattling in a detailed discussion and vocalizations you should be using these next few days! How, when, where, and why's are all discussed!

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October 26th - Treestand Setups - Rod's Run-n-Gun Setups 21:25

6y ago21:25

21:25

This and all of the episodes of the “30 days of Rut series” is brought to you by the National Field Archery Association, the largest target archery organization in the industry with it’s foundation built by and for bowhunters. With benefits included in your membership like hunting liability insurance, the largest network of shooting clubs and range…

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October 25th - Camera Setups 11:58

6y ago11:58

11:58

This and all of the episodes of the “30 days of Rut series” is brought to you by the National Field Archery Association, the largest target archery organization in the industry with it’s foundation built by and for bowhunters. With benefits included in your membership like hunting liability insurance, the largest network of shooting clubs and range…

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NFAA PC #001 - American Pride, Pro Tips, and Indoor vs Outdoor Setup with Shawnn Vincent 25:44

6+ y ago25:44

25:44

Rod White had a chance to sit down and talk with Pro Archer, Shawn Vincent, at the NFAA Indoor Nationals 2018 in Cincinnati. During the interview, the two chatted about Shawn’s initial interest in archery, and where he started competing. As a Pro, Shawn discusses what equipment he uses, and the differences between preparing for field archery vs ind…

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