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Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible

Go from Animal to Edible with the Meatgistics Podcast presented by Walton’s Inc. In each episode, Jon and Austin talk about their favorite recipes and share some expert tips and tricks for making sausage, jerky, and snack sticks. Listen in as they have in-depth conversations with meat industry professionals and outdoor/hunting enthusiasts. Stay up to date on the latest news and current trends in the meat industry as we explore everything related to meat and more.

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All Episodes

52:36

March Meatness, Fast Food Debates & AI Nightmares

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/03/20

This week on the Meatgistics Podcast, Jon and Austin deal with a surprise raccoon at work before diving into March Meatness at Walton’s, debating their favorite seasonings and making some bold picks. They break down the confusion around sell-by dates, question what actually counts as fast food, and wrap things up with Gerald the Dolphin plus a wildcard segment featuring some seriously unsettling AI videos that leave Jon shook.

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41:04

Pizza Red Flags, Jalapeño Popper Sliders & Clean vs....

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/03/13

Today, Jon and Austin jump into a fun mix of food debates and taste testing. They start by discussing pizza toppings that might be red flags in men, sharing the funny, oddly specific, and surprisingly passionate opinions people have about what's on a slice. Jon then serves up his homemade Jalapeño Popper Sliders, and the guys dig in to give their honest thoughts. To wrap things up, they break down food labels (Clean Label vs. Organic) and debate which one matters more and which they’d prefer to

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40:31

Radio Jingles, Fish Sausage & Dry Cure Taste Tests

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/03/06

This week, Jon and Austin dive into some truly unexpected topics, starting with the power of radio ad jingles and why they stick in our heads long after the commercials end. They explore the unusual (and slightly questionable) idea of fish sausage, debating whether it could ever catch on. The guys also conduct a dry cure meat taste test, breaking down flavors, textures, and what makes a great cured product. To wrap things up, they react to a wild video of a man with an axe during a bear attack,

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37:15

Growth Gains, Snack Stick Debate, & Animal IQ Rankings

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/02/27

This episode, Jon and Patrick sit down to talk about the future of Meatgistics, including its growth, community momentum, and the potential for an exciting redesign. They jump into a snack stick taste test, trying out Fajita and Tex Mex flavors to see which one earns the top spot. Things take a hilarious turn as they blindly rank animals by assumed IQ, leading to some questionable (and entertaining) choices. They also touch on the recent USA hockey accomplishments at the Winter Olympics and wrap

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56:24

Pig‑Snout Bacon, Shark Teeth & Terrible Jerky Takes

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/02/20

This week, Jon and Austin break down a wild assortment of meat‑world oddities and questions. They kick things off with bacon that uncannily looks like a pig snout, followed by Jon showing off a shark tooth he recently got his hands on. The guys give a quick Olympics update, debate some truly terrible jerky flavors, and tackle the age‑old question: Is a snack stick actually a sausage? To wrap things up, they try to figure out how many hogs you can actually fit on a hog trailer—with some surprisingly

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42:43

Summer Sausage Showdown, Super Bowl Food & Custom...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/02/06

This week, Jon and Ali kick things off with a summer sausage taste test, sampling and comparing flavors to find out what truly stands out. They then dive into an age‑old debate: What is the best Super Bowl party food? After that, they review an impressive custom smokehouse owned by a Meatgistics community member, highlighting its unique features and craftsmanship. To wrap things up, they enjoy an exhilarating moment watching an exciting fish catch that’s sure to put a smile on your face. It’s a

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65:54

Deer Snack Sticks, Lab-Grown Meat & a Snow Leopard Scare

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/01/30

This week, Ali and Jon kick things off with a deep dive into deer snack sticks and how fat percentage affects texture, flavor, and overall quality. Next, they explore the growing headlines around lab-grown meat stepping away from the processing scene and what that could mean for the future of protein production. To wrap things up, they look into the aftermath of a recent snow leopard attack they found online, discussing what happened and the surprising details that followed. It’s a mix of meat

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83:35

Hard Work and Heart: The Homestead Way

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/01/23

Jessica and David Toevs of Prairie Creek Homestead share what it really looks like to build a life rooted in rural Kansas. From modern farming and raising kids on the land to balancing creative work, tradition, and hard physical labor, this conversation explores choosing a life you didn’t plan for and discovering it might be exactly what you needed. Honest, grounded, and shaped by generations of resilience, this is a story about growing where you’re

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60:43

Cast Iron Kennels: Bird Dogs, Better Breeding, &...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/01/16

This week, Ali and Jon sit down with Steve Hall, a bird hunting guide and owner of Cast Iron Kennels in Iowa, to talk all things upland hunting and dog training. Steve shares his experience running a breeding kennel specializing in English Setters, offering insight into what makes a great hunting dog, how he trains them, and what goes into guiding successful bird hunts. Whether you're passionate about upland birds, working dogs, or the craft behind a well-run kennel, this episode brings expert

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62:27

Nick Hoffman on Wild Hunts, Wagyu Jerky, & Country Music

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2026/01/09

Jon sits down with Nick Hoffman, host of Nick’s Wild Ride, for an unforgettable conversation that spans hunting adventures, culinary creativity, and music. Nick shares stories from his international hunts, including encounters with grizzly bears, poking sharks to keep them at bay, and harvesting a hippo that helped feed a community. They dive into his approach to celebrating culture through hunting, his experience making Wagyu jerky, and even his upcoming country music album set to release in 2026

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47:16

Cheap Eats, Beef Grades & a Bison on the Loose

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/12/26

We kick things off with some budget-friendly food chaos before jumping into the latest meat industry news. Then we break down USDA beef grades. Prime, Choice, and Select get all the attention, but what about the others? We explain Standard, Commercial, Utility, Cutter, and Canner, what they mean, and where those cuts actually end up.

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53:27

Christmas Movies, Football Fails, and Vintage...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/12/12

This week we countdown our top 10 Christmas movies, dive into the latest meat industry news, and laugh (and groan) at Jon’s football woes. We also take a nostalgic look back at one of our first older commercials and finish with a wild bear attack clip that you won’t believe. Tune in for laughs, nostalgia, and chaos.

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82:42

Mitch Petrie on Outdoor Media, Hunting & Wild Game...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/11/21

Jon sits down with Mitch Petrie, VP of Programming at Sportsman Channel and former Country Outdoors host and executive producer, for an in-depth conversation about the world of outdoor entertainment. Mitch shares his personal hunting stories, favorite wild game cooking techniques, and behind-the-scenes experiences working with top producers and TV personalities. They also explore how outdoor content has evolved over the past 20 years—from radio shows and podcasts to upcoming TV projects. If you love

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59:33

DOJ vs. Cargill, Crossing State Lines, & The Ultimate...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/11/14

Jon and Austin tackle some big topics this week! They discuss the Department of Justice investigating Cargill, the legalities of selling state-inspected plants and products across state lines online, and then have some fun by creating their own “Meat Lineup”—their dream team of seasonings sold at Walton’s. It’s a mix of industry news, legal insights, and a little bit of competition you won’t want to miss!

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54:16

A Sit-Down with Brett Walton: Leadership, Legacy &...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/11/07

In this special episode, Jon sits down with Brett Walton, CEO and co-owner of Walton’s, for a candid conversation. They cover a range of topics—from the journey of building Walton’s into a trusted name in meat processing to reflections on leadership, industry trends, and what’s next for the company. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to Meatgistics, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of the men behind the brand.

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50:57

Top 5 Sausage Dishes, Listeria Recalls & Aftermath of...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/10/03

Ali and Jon enjoy sausage in red sauce with pasta while Jon counts down his top 5 favorite dishes to make with sausage. They dive into GMO labeling, calorie talk, and recent listeria recalls before discussing the shocking aftermath of a brutal bear attack. A mix of food talk, health news, and wild survival stories all packed into one episode!

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69:09

Conservation, Cranberry Summer Sausage, and Cutting...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/09/26

This week on the Meatgistics podcast, Jon sits down with Kurt Ratzlaff from Backcountry Hunters & Anglers for a flavorful and insightful conversation. They sample cranberry summer sausage and discuss holiday brat ideas like reindeer sausage. The discussion also covers conservation efforts, hunting dog mishaps, and the unpredictable world of coyote hunting. Plus, Kurt finally got to process a Bison! Whether you're into wild game, gear talk, or just love a good outdoor story, this episode delivers

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45:36

Top 5 Deer Snack Stick Hacks and Restaurant Red Flags

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/09/19

This week we’re breaking down the top 5 hacks for processing deer snack sticks from grind to smoke, and everything in between. Then we switch gears and dive into the wild world of dining out, including some recent restaurant mishaps, when it’s okay to send food back, and whether leaving that Yelp review actually makes a difference.

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32:39

39 Years of Walton's, Helium High Notes, and...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/09/12

It’s Walton’s 39th birthday, and we’re celebrating with blind reactions to snack stick seasonings, Jon testing his helium-induced high pitch voice, and a greasy debate you won’t forget—how long is too long for a restaurant to keep using the same cooking grease? Join us for the laughs, the flavors, and some eyebrow-raising meat talk you won’t want to miss.

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57:08

Discontinued Fast Food, Government Cheese & Flaming...

Meatgistics Podcast: From Animal To Edible ·

2025/08/29

This week on the Meatgistics Podcast, we kick things off with a tough football loss before diving into our favorite discontinued fast-food items and debating if anyone could survive 10 minutes against some of the world’s most dangerous animals. We also tackle the legendary government cheese discussion, talk about animals that actually hunt humans, and wrap it up with the wild story of a vegan firefighter failing to put out… flaming steaks. This one’s packed with chaos and laughs!

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