Cutting The Distance podcast

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Jason sits down with Ashley Stuckless to discuss his journey. Ashley is an aspiring film producer and recently caught Jason's eye with a pair of stone sheep hunting films. The series of films takes you from the Lows to the Highs of sheep hunting. They discuss getting into backpack hunting, the approach you should take, Ashley's favorite adventures and the future of High BC. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 125: The Misadventures of Randy Wise 1:29:36

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Dirk's best friend and brother-in-law Randy Wise joins the show today. Besides being jokesters, Randy and Dirk have had some big adventures over the years. From Randy getting impaled on an elk hunt, to falling over 30 feet from a treestand breaking his body, their first elk hunt, and schoolboy shenanigans, they share some of their favorite moments. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 124: Drawing a Line on Technology 1:06:23

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Jason and Dirk discuss how the advancements in technology may push the boundaries of ethics, fair chase, and how it is shaping the future of hunting. They tackle subjects like thermal, smart scopes/sights, cell cams, drones and AI. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 123: Working in the Hunting Industry 1:13:24

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This week's Pendlton Whisky Q&A took us down a rabbit hole! "How do I get into the hunting industry?" Dirk has a great conversation with hunter, entrepreneur, and good friend, Jon Gabrio. They recap Jon's black bear and elk hunt from last year, then take a deep dive into working in the hunting industry. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 122: Chasing Dreams with Tucker Stanley 1:06:36

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Just a normal guy doing everything he can to chase his dreams. Tucker Stanley got a late start on hunting after playing college football as well as in europe but he's dead set on making up for lost time. In the last 6 years Tucker has killed a 200" muley, 170" mountain whitetail, some great bulls and we wanted to jump into the stories and how he has made it happen. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 121: Must Be Nice Hunting Out of State with Jeff Bynum 59:26

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New year, new me! Ever felt like "It Must Be Nice" when you see other hunters take to the field out of state? Dirk has a great conversation with financial adviser Jeff Bynum about how to afford those out of state hunts that you feel like they are just out of reach. Financial Outfitters Group: https://www.finoutfitters.com/ Jeff Bynum and Financial Outfitters Group offers Investment Advisory Services through Coho Advisory Services, LLC (CAS), a registered investment adviser. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through Coho Financial Group, LLC (CFG) and individually licensed and appointed agents. This platform is solely for informational purposes and is not offering advisory services or sales of securities. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 120: World Record Elk 54:30

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So you may have heard about the potential world record elk that recently was killed in Washington? It was everywhere on social media!!! You may have also saw others try to discredit the accomplishment. Jason and Dirk sit down to discuss the topic through their point of view. They discuss the legality, circumstances, finances required as well as public perception and give their opinion on what may have eased the negative attention the hunter received. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 119: Elk, Deer, and Antelope with Josh Boyd 1:09:13

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Dirk catches up with Josh Boyd every year, just exchanging hunting stories and expressing opinions and ideas from our experiences while hunting. This episode Josh recaps his amazing hunting season and then takes us down memory lane with the story of his giant whitetail buck from years ago. We also talk a little about the diseases that whitetail deer face and what game managers are doing about it. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 118: Phelps 2024 Recap, Highlights, and Gear Used 39:14

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Jason recaps his dream 2024 season, shares highlights from each of the hunts, as well as discusses some of the new gear he tried out and what will stay in the rotation. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 117: Overcome and Motivate with Sidney Smith 52:12

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We all face adversity everyday, and some days have some huge set backs. This week Dirk talks with motivational speaker and hunter, Sidney Smith. Sidney is a double amputee who has overcome loosing both legs, only to go on and lead an extraordinary life. Sidney still enjoys hiking in the mountains and hunting, not to mention competing in Iron Man, and Bodybuilding competitions. His story is uplifting and motivating to say the least. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 116: Spending Money to be a Better Shot with a Bow? 1:07:24

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Will the latest and greatest archery products help you shoot better? Jason sits down with Cory Miller and discusses what really matters when it comes to being a better archer. Cory gives his opinion on the bows, rests, sights, stabilizers, arrows, broad-heads and what affect they have on the accuracy. Jason also sprinkles in his own opinions on what matters to him when it comes to hunting and being effective. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 115: Blood Tracking Dogs 52:14

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Ever had your heart broken by shooting an animal and then not being able to retrieve it due to various circumstances? Dirk has a great conversation with filmmaker Matt Gagnon about his latest film, "Tracking: A K9 Film," where he takes you into the world of blood-tracking dogs where they work hard to recover big game. Matt answers questions regarding getting started training your dog and many best practices while working with your loyal pooch. You can watch the film on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wdkzEaMTPW0?si=F0dobnGfP5rrV713 Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 114: Unpacking the Trophy vs. Meat Hunting Controversy 53:22

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Jason and Dirk sit down to discuss trophy hunting. The conversation starts with the two struggling even to define what it is. They then make a strong case for what people consider trophy hunting. They discuss the value that hunting brings to the animals, they talk about the selective management taking place because of self-imposed maturity, as well as the amount of meat you "put in the freezer" because of harvesting more mature animals. The two also made sure to talk about where they feel trophy hunting may be hurting the genetics and age structure of the herd as well. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 113: Hunting Idaho Whitetails 20:08

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Dirk takes you on a walk down "memory lane" this week as he shares his journey of whitetail deer hunting in his home state of Idaho. Not hunting from a tree is the go-to tactic for Dirk and many other hunters in that region. Listen in on his take of Idaho whitetail deer hunting. Connect with Jason , Dirk , and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 112: Whitetail Rut with Randy Milligan and Brock Shelton 46:35

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