Podcasts about great outdoors

Club 20 has been the political force on Colorado's Western Slope since the 1950s. The group's newest leader says he wants to be a lot louder fighting for issues in the region while also being more hospitable to Front Range politicians. Then, for Aging Matters, we share another "Portrait in Aging," celebrating our state's fastest-growing population. Today, an 80-year-old Arvada woman who still loves to work. Plus, the pushback and debate over coal power plants in Colorado. Also, Colorado's Great Outdoors is not always inclusive of people with disabilities; a new booking platform works to change that. And, we "Raise the Curtain" on the future of local theater and anticipated shows this season. 

In this episode, Pastor Mike Bull shares his journey of faith intertwined with a passion for hunting and the outdoors. Hosts Matt and Trent discuss their long-standing friendship with Mike, reflecting on the deep connections between hunting, God's creation, and ministry. Mike recounts his upbringing in a hunting family, his spiritual transformation at age 23, and his eventual path to full-time ministry. The discussion touches on navigating life's risks, the significance of having quality time with family in the wilderness, and leveraging personal passions for God's glory. Whether through hunting trips or everyday life, Mike emphasizes the importance of prioritizing faith, reading God's word, and embracing the opportunities for spiritual growth and ministry that come our way.   Did you know you can get a discount on the onX Hunt app? http://bit.ly/BRO_onXHuntShop  Use the promo code: BRO and you'll get a 20% discount!

This week on The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter breaks down why large-scale biofuel projects using Midwest grasslands and prairies failed to gain traction—and why those ideas might still work for our forests. Plus, an update on wolves out West.

@thefowlhunter sits down this week with Delta Waterfowl CEO Jason Tharpe to discuss his recent trip to Washingon DC for the House Committee of Natural Resources' meeting on Hunting and Fishing Access in the Great Outdoors. Among many things, this has kicked off three main objectives with our friends at Delta and Jason tells us about those and what it means moving foward. #enjoythejourney   Transcript and or full video and be found below for more information: https://youtu.be/YWJf7jNejBU https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=118813   Learn more about Delta Waterfowel by visiting: https://deltawaterfowl.org/  

This panel discussion at the Anchorage Museum featured experts addressing outdoor risks. Themes included learning from mistakes, preparing for emergencies, and the importance of effective planning and support. Each speaker emphasized building skills, fostering hazard awareness, and providing emotional support for direct and indirect victims of incidents, promoting long-term safety and well-being.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter welcomes Kerry Luft of the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation to explain why efforts to halt flooding corn fields for Louisiana waterfowl lack scientific backing and may threaten bird populations. Plus, a look at the future of hunter recruitment.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter dives into the damage threatening Venezuela's wetlands, updates us on the ECO Hunting Alliance's forest restoration efforts amid rising deer populations, and explores a surprising “fish disco” off the coast of Great Britain.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter discusses how the construction of wind farms is being put on hold across the U.S., as well as the disturbing effect of bird flu on the snow geese population.

On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don is joined by his daughter Cherie in Palco, Kansas! We let the audience vote on the baddest boys of the year, and enjoy the backend of the Christmas spirit.

On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don asks the audience what their outdoors wish is for 2026. We take a look at getting in the rhythm for hunting in the new year, the rut in Alabama's deer season, and how low tides are affecting local duck hunting.

2025 was a banner year for The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome—from moving to video content, to surpassing 300 episodes, to welcoming bucket list guests like Bear Grylls. In this best-of episode, Dirt takes listeners back to six of the biggest episodes of the year, including talking the great outdoors with Bear Grylls, pushing through difficulty with Maverick City Music's Dante Bowe, and what Biblical masculinity actually looks like with pastor Joby Martin. If you missed these conversations the first time around, there's no better time to catch up.  Links to original full length episodes:  God, Grit and the Great Outdoors with Bear Grylls: Apple | Spotify Developing Joy Beyond the Ups and Downs of Life with Dante Bowe: Apple | Spotify How to Put Your Phone Down and Live More with Darren Whitehead: Apple | Spotify The Adventure I Don't Want To Be On—A Cancer Conversation with BT: Apple | Spotify Biblical Masculinity Isn't Toxic or Tame with Joby Martin: Apple | Spotify MAN CAMP Builds Dangerous Men with Rory Lawrence & Matt Fortin: Apple | Spotify Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Do you enjoy climbing mountains and swimming in lakes? Beth and Phil talk about being outdoors, and our grammar guru Georgie explains how to use articles like 'a', 'an' and 'the'. TRANSCRIPT AND WORKSHEET: Find a full transcript for this episode and a worksheet ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/learning-english-grammar/251230THE READING ROOM: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_reading_roomFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ 6 Minute Vocabulary ✔️ The English We SpeakThey're all available by searching in your podcast app.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter reflects on the 2025 Farmer’s Almanac. Plus Charlie talks about the needed partnership between agriculture and conservation.

Explore the new John Candy biography with author Paul Myers. Discover powerful stories of the beloved comedian's true character, integrity, and unforgettable kindness.Episode Resources:Get your copy of "John Candy: A Life in Comedy" by Paul MyersConnect with Paul MyersIn this definitive John Candy biography deep dive, author Paul Myers reveals the untold stories behind one of cinema's most beloved figures. While we all know John Candy for his iconic roles in movies like Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, The Great Outdoors, and Cool Runnings, what was the man behind the laughter truly like? This conversation explores the incredible highs and heartbreaking lows of his life, from his early days in comedy to the secret pain he carried.Paul Myers, author of "John Candy: A Life in Comedy," shares intimate details sourced from those who knew him best. This episode unpacks the complex and admirable John Candy character, a man who stood up for pay equity for his female co-stars on SCTV and famously gave his own star trailer to screen legend Maureen O'Hara on the set of Only the Lonely. We explore his creative genius, tracing his journey from the legendary stages of Second City Toronto, where he honed his improv skills and developed characters like Yosh Shmenge, to his iconic status in Hollywood. The conversation also delves into the complex relationship between SCTV and Saturday Night Live, and how a single piece of advice from Candy inspired a young Mike Myers to pursue comedy.This comprehensive interview with Paul Myers, author and comedy historian, doesn't shy away from the difficult moments. Discover the story behind Candy's infamous conflict on the set of Stripes over the demeaning mud wrestling scene, a moment that highlighted his career-long struggle with body-shaming. We also explore the immense pressure he was under during his time as a co-owner of the John Candy Toronto Argonauts, a dream that ended in heartbreak following a fraud scandal. Finally, learn about the unprecedented and moving tribute from the LAPD, who shut down the 405 freeway for his funeral procession. From his most celebrated John Candy movies to the private battles he faced, this episode paints a complete picture of a comedic genius and a profoundly decent human being, based on the research from this essential John Candy biography.About Our Guest:Paul Myers is an author, musician, and journalist with a deep connection to the world of comedy. As the brother of comedian Mike Myers, he grew up surrounded by the industry and brings a unique, respectful perspective to his work. In this interview, he discusses the meticulous two-year process of interviewing legends like Dan Aykroyd and Martin Short for his definitive John Candy biography, "John Candy: A Life in Comedy."Timestamps:(0:00) Why John Candy's Story Still Matters(2:17) Crafting the Biography & The John Candy Family Documentary(5:38) How John Candy's Advice Launched Mike Myers' Career(14:58) The Rise of Second City Toronto & SCTV(19:18) The Origin of the Hilarious Shmenge Brothers(22:07) Fighting for Equity: John Candy's Stand Against SCTV Producers(24:21) A Noble Act: The Story of John Candy & Maureen O'Hara's Trailer(28:35) The "I Like Me" Scene: Analyzing Planes, Trains & Automobiles(35:51) The Conflict on 'Stripes': Why John Candy Hated the Mud Wrestling Scene(42:56) Johnny Toronto: The Dream and Heartbreak of Owning the Argonauts(47:52) A Final Farewell: The Unprecedented 405 Freeway Tribute

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares details surrounding the billion dollar Christmas present the Everglades are set to receive. Plus Charlie talks about the loss of bird habitat in the Mississippi Delta.

Joining the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc is captain Mike Gallo; and he gives us a update on how fish are moving as we dive deeper into the winter.

Mike Smith call into the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc from the duck blinds! He gives us a boots-on-the-ground report on the birds he's watching after duck season reopened this week.

On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, we take a look at duck flyover methodology as duck season reopens this week. We ask our guests for some last minute stocking-stuffer ideas, analyze where duck are at, and even talk to LWDF Lt Colonel Clay Marques on how YOU can help protect Louisiana's natural resources.

Our month of listener DEMANDS continues with a John Candy Classic. It turns out that John Hughes was pretty good at writing movies about bad family vacations.Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/botrcast Email: bestoftherestpod@gmail.com Social Media @BotRCast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Bonus content: Youtube Theme song (vocals) by Mark Benavides: Instagram Music by Mitch: BlueSky, SoundCloud Logo by Alex Brinegar: https://itsdesignthyme.com/ Additional artwork by Phillip Chacon, C7Productions: Instagram

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares why traveling with a puppy can be a messy affair and how poachers’ snares in Africa are devastating wildlife.  

On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don asks the audience what the most expensive outdoor toy they ever gave or received for Christmas was. We later take stock of the drastic winds set to hit south Louisiana, the limited reopening of red snapper season, and how a tough young man is trying to get back into the deer stands after personal tragedy.

We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett chats with Carlton & Leigh Wing, the Hosts & Founders of Wing Media Group and creators of the Arkansas Great Outdoors show. During the episode, Carlton & Leigh share their journey from broadcasting to media entrepreneurship. Leigh also shares her personal ties to trucking in the family and the appreciation everyone should have for truckers and their importance in keeping the country running. The Wings highlight Arkansas's incredible natural resources, emphasizing the state's diverse outdoor opportunities and the importance of getting people, especially youth, engaged with nature. Carlton also reveals his recent decision to step back from politics after serving in the House of Representatives for 10 years. Throughout the conversation, they stress the therapeutic benefits of outdoor experiences and the joy of discovering new activities like fishing, hiking, and exploring state parks. Don't miss it!Key topics in today's conversation include:Welcoming the Wings to the Show (1:18)Carlton's Broadcasting Journey (4:34)Personal & Family Background (6:12)Moving to Arkansas & Love for the Outdoors (8:11)Overcoming Career Setbacks (12:27)Birth of Arkansas Great Outdoors Show (14:51)Expanding Outdoor Content (18:24)Arkansas' Outdoor Reputation (22:15)Game & Fish Commission and State Parks (24:01)Carlton's Political Career (25:48)Future Plans for the Wings (29:30)Favorite Fishing Techniques (32:43)The Benefits of Getting Outside (35:50)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (39:11)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Captain Mike Gallo comes on to the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc and laments the lack of fishing available to him during recent inclement weather.

On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don wonders how bad the weather has to get before sportsman decide to stay home. He checks in with duck hunters across the state, speculates if Lake Salvador might become a fishing hotspot sometime soon, and details LDWF's process in recruiting future game wardens with special guest Colonel Stephen Clark.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares the story of when “Ma shot a duck” while on air with Spike O’Dell, and the many reasons why kids need nature.

Robbie Campo calls into the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc to give us guidance on early morning fishing through the thick fog.