The Big Honker Podcast

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the first member of Congress is impeached, life in Auschwitz takes a turn for the worse, the oldest rookie to play in the MLB and debatably the greatest pitcher ever is born, and a Harlem gangster passes away. This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Dr. Mike Brasher, Senior Waterfowl Scientist for Ducks Unlimited, for an in-depth conversation on the state of North America's waterfowl. Mike shares insights from a recent Canada goose banding project, breaks down the latest report on declining bird populations in the U.S., and explains how changes in migration patterns and duck genetics are shaping the future of waterfowl management. The guys also look ahead to the upcoming migratory bird report and what hunters can expect moving forward.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a super power is born, and 4 former Presidents have passed away on this day.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the bloodiest battle of the Civil War comes to an end, a blockbuster powerhouse is born, and the Sheriff of Mayberry passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by full-time waterfowl and fishing guide Conner Gough for a deep dive into the life of a professional outdoorsman. Conner shares how he stays sharp through the long seasons, the changes he's witnessed in coastal fishing over the years, and why turkey hunting continues to hold a special mystique. With health being at the forefront of Conner's mindset the guys also touch on some eye-opening recent revelations coming out of RFK Jr.'s department.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a monumental Supreme Court justice is born, the creator of The Godfather passes away, and a super store opens its doors in America.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, movies get a brand new rating system, the postal service introduces a new way of sorting packages, a princess is born, and the man behind the “Little Joe” character passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ronnie Phillips and Alex Diecidue of Heartland Waterfowl, fresh off the premiere of their 13th season on the Sportsman Channel. The crew looks back on some of their favorite hunts across the U.S. and Canada, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories from filming the show. Ronnie shares how Heartland Waterfowl got its start, they recount some unexpected challenges at the Canadian border this spring and what waterfowl hunters might expect crossing the border this coming season, and offer a sneak peek at what fans can expect from the new season.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, one of boxings greatest champions is born, a major Hollywood production company changes hands, and a comedian that overcame Bell's palsy passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by one of the most recognizable personalities in professional bass fishing, Matt Robertson. The guys talk about Matt's tough stretch on the water leading into the summer break, the realities of life on the road—including some questionable motel experiences—and dive into the strange legend of the “blue people” of the Appalachian Mountains. Matt also shares his love for Key West, and the crew looks ahead to hunting season and time spent at The Big Honker Lodge.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a major piece of Americana is decommissioned, a spoiler candidate is born, and one of the greatest actors of a generation passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.This episode, Andy breaks down the set list of acts from Woodstock and how much each band was paid, and Jeff gives the rundown on Fanta soda and questionable marketing stunt from Kix cereal.This series is presented to you by the great folks over at Mallard Bay.Whenever you are looking to book your next outdoor adventure, head over to Mallard Bay and search through their list of verified outfitters to remove the guess work when booking.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, “the King” performs his last concert, one of the greatest female athletes to come out of Texas is born, and man that shook up Texas politics passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver sit down with legendary outdoorsman, author, and the Official Photographer of the State of Texas, Wyman Meinzer. Wyman shares his thoughts on how technology has transformed the world of photography, reflects on the harsher and more rugged days of the Texas prairie, and explains the personal impact journaling has had on his life and work. He also recounts the toughest photo shoot of his career and offers up a list of must-read books that have shaped his perspective. 

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the United States suffered one of its biggest defeats in its quest to expand west, the “King of Pop' passes away, and the original creator of ‘The Office' is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the United States takes a major step towards expanding all the way to the West Coast, the man that spent the most time on America's Most Wanted List is born, and the man playing Buford T. Justice passes away. This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver sit down with one of the most fascinating figures in the waterfowl world—Ramsey Russell. Known for his motto, “It's duck season somewhere,” Ramsey has made a life out of chasing waterfowl across the globe. He shares stories from some of his favorite hunting destinations, clears up misconceptions about hunting in Mexico, and offers insight into hunting in Muslim territories and the unique customs he's encountered. Ramsey also reflects on the honor of being inducted into the Mississippi Outdoor Hall of Fame and the years of sacrifice that went into the award. 

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a man loses his favorite appendage, the voice of the Johnny Carson show passes away, and a polio survivor turned Olympian is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver sit down for a wide-ranging discussion on the major global events making headlines. They offer their take on the escalating situation in Iran, the potential consequences of U.S. involvement, and how it could clash with the "America First" agenda that Donald Trump championed. With conflicting reports surrounding Iran's nuclear capabilities, the guys explore the difficulty in knowing who to trust. They also dive into the growing concerns about artificial intelligence and the warnings from experts about its impact on the American job market.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by retired Texas Tech legend Dr. Mark Miller, the most successful coach in collegiate meat judging history, bringing 15 national titles to Texas Tech. Dr. Miller shares how he built a powerhouse program at Texas Tech, breaks down how meat judging contests are structured, and explains how the intense pressure and decision-making in competition shape students for success well beyond college. The guys also dig into one essential question: what makes the perfect bite of steak?

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the first woman flies across the Atlantic Ocean, the “ Say Hey Kid passes away, and a member of the Beatles is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, one of the great 49ers running backs passes away, a singer with a career spanning over 5 decades is born, and America comes to halt to watch a “slow” speed chase.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the greatest baseball hitter of all time passes away, a West Coast rapper is born, and an iconic 80's movie makes its debut.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Travis Schneider, owner of Northern Prairie Outfitters in Alberta and Goose Busters Guide Service in Arkansas. They discuss the improving relationship between Canada and the U.S. and the strong ties Travis has built with Canadian farmers who help make his northern operation possible. The guys also reflect on the highs and lows of the past waterfowl season, explore shifting duck patterns and behaviors, and share what they look for in the next generation of waterfowl guides.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the arresting process is changed forever, child stars are born, and a legendary football coach passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.This episode, Andy shares a story of bible study turning deadly, and Jeff looks at literacy rates around the country and where the US compares to the rest of the world with nuclear families.This series is presented to you by the great folks over at Mallard Bay.Whenever you are looking to book your next outdoor adventure, head over to Mallard Bay and search through their list of verified outfitters to remove the guess work when booking.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, infamous mobster turned informant passes away, a former President is born, and South Dakota get a tv station.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a SEC college desegregates, the inventor of SCUBA is born, and an English heavyweight boxer passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Eric Lewis, owner of Pork Choppers Aviation and producer of this season's First Family of Waterfowl. The guys dive into the challenges of being a father and protector in today's world, the unique values of rural living, and the modern luxuries Americans have grown dependent on—along with the freedoms we may have unknowingly traded in the process. They also explore the ever-elusive goal of achieving true work-life balance.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, an iconic American author passes away, one of Hollywood's leading actors is born, and a treaty is signed in North Platte, Nebraska.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, we see a horse win the triple crown, a Roman emperor passes away, and an actor that made his legacy in the 80's is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by retired special forces medic, Michael Grohman.Michael served 27 years in special operations before retiring as the Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the Naval Special Warfare Development Group. He completed multiple deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Horn of Africa. Michael now serves as the COO for Big Country Veterans, helping fellow veterans reconnect and enjoy the outdoors as they transition to civilian life.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, American troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, Jeff reads letters written by family and friends from some of those that gave all on the beach that day.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.This episode, Jeff tells about the battle at Gettysburg and led to it being the site of such an important battle, and Andy shares the history of one of the worlds most iconic brands… Coca-Cola.This series is presented to you by the great folks over at Mallard Bay.Whenever you are looking to book your next outdoor adventure, head over to Mallard Bay and search through their list of verified outfitters to remove the guess work when booking.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a bunch of government secrets are exposed, the Republicans poster child passes away, and a Mexican outlaw is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Jake Hubbard from Brookhaven Farms, a farm dedicated to creating a healthier America through regenerative practices and pasture-raised animals—free from the chemicals often found in conventional farming. Jake shares how he first came up with the vision for Brookhaven, the hard work that goes into raising a variety of animals, how their approach stands apart from other “natural” farms, and the growing trend of Americans wanting to know exactly what's in their food.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the CEO of a major US franchise passes away, a singer from The Mamas and The Papas is born, and one of the MLBs biggest bungles happens.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, “Dr. Death” passes away today, the President of the Confederate States is born, and riots hit LA.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Mississippi hunter and online personality, Carl Ray Holifield.After receiving a citation following a morning duck hunt, Carl Ray took to Facebook with a video that quickly escalated the situation. The post led to an intimidation charge and set the crosshairs of Mississippi Fish and Game squarely on him, and after several tumultuous court proceedings, he ultimately entered a guilty plea.He gives his full account of what happened, the fallout that followed, and why he decided to accept a plea deal.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, an old school child actor is born, a legendary offensive lineman passes away, one of the greatest tv series makes its debut in 2002.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Stanfield Hunting Outfitter waterfowl guide and Poppe Farms #3 employee, José "Snacks" Nuño. The guys catch up on José's move to Grant, Nebraska, and life working with Blake Poppe. They dive into changing ag regulations around spraying, discuss the internet's bizarre fascination with Sydney Sweeney's bath water, and relive a hilarious hunting season blow-up when Jeff lost his temper with Blake over peanut Christmas treats. 

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a teenager is burned at the stake for heresy, a future President engages in a duel, and a hip hop artist is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.This episode, Jeff shares facts, stats and some hidden secrets about Disney and Universal Studios, and Andy tells about the amazing success of the Harry Potter franchise and J.K. Rowling and he also lets you know how you can tell someones sexual orientation by the length of two fingers.This series is presented to you by the great folks over at Mallard Bay.Whenever you are looking to book your next outdoor adventure, head over to Mallard Bay and search through their list of verified outfitters to remove the guess work when booking.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a war hero President is born, a great American sitcom is removed from the air, and an American actor and director passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, a tragedy strikes at the Cincinnati Zoo, Babe Ruth gets overtaken on the all time Home Runs list, and the “Empress of Soul” is born.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the “Commodore” is born, one of the greatest college basketball players passes away, and a miracle in World War II occurs.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, one of the legendary Packer's quarterbacks passes away, “The Duke” is born, and a strict immigration policy is adopted post WW1.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Capt. Charles Summerville, owner of Aleutian Island Waterfowlers and a true Alaskan legend. With over 40 years of experience living the dream in the Last Frontier, Charles shares what inspired him to leave upstate New York for the wild, untamed beauty of Alaska. The guys dive into the challenges of operating a remote hunting outfit at the edge of civilization, the harsh realities of backcountry logistics, and some harrowing stories—including plane crashes and near-misses in the Alaskan wilderness.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, American frontiersman and fur trapper passes away, an Alaskan singer is born, and America's most famous gangster couple is gunned down.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, the creator of Sherlock Holmes is born, the first First Lady of the United States passes away, and a slave ship goes to court over lost “cargo”. This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by professional golfer Chandler Phillips. Chandler talks about the challenges of balancing a packed PGA Tour schedule with his love for duck hunting, the importance of enjoying the good rounds and letting go of the bad ones, and how he handles nerves—whether it's on the golf course or dealing with a serious case of buck fever. The guys also look ahead at what's next for Chandler on tour.