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Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire

Sportsmen"s Empire

Welcome to the Hound Dog Podcast Network brought to you by the Sportsmen"s Empire. This channel is dedicated to those who love hunting with hounds. Whether you are a weekend coon hunter, competitive coon hunter, breeder, retrievers, or predator hunting dangerous game, we have something that will keep you attention. Stay tuned for more information!

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Home

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/04/13

Sometimes it only takes an hour down the road to feel like you’ve stepped into a different world.In this episode, I talk about a recent trip back to where I grew up—spending time fishing, reconnecting with old friends, and being reminded of what “home” really means. Not just a place you live, but a place that shaped you. That trip sparked a deeper thought—about hounds, and how even the best dogs operate differently when they’re back on familiar ground. There’s a lesson in that for all of us. IG -

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01:32:57

Were Coon Hounds Better Then or Now?

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/04/10

The prior week’s show featuring current PKC World Championship winner Willy’s Little Ann generated quite a stir across the podcast sphere as the guests, including host Steve Fielder, allowed that Little Ann may be the best coon dog of all time.Coon hunting entrepreneur Bruce Conkey posted his opinion of the matter on the Coon Hunting Conversations group page in social media drawing more than sixty comments in a couple of days. In this episode Steve reviews Bruce’s contribution as well as several

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00:26:06

Lessons Without the Leash

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/04/08

There’s a different kind of bond between a handler and a police K9—one built on long hours, shared risk, and a level of trust you don’t fully understand until you’ve lived it. In this episode, we’re not talking about deployments or war stories. We’re talking about the lessons that stick with you long after the dog retires. How our dogs can read us before you even make a move. How they pick up on things you don’t realize you’re showing. And how learning from that kind of awareness can make you

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01:07:38

Gone To The Dogs - The Amazing Little Ann

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/04/07

This episode features the owners of the current PKC World Coonhound Champion Willy’s Little Ann. Fresh off her latest in an amazing string of major wins including the UKC World Championship and the Tournament of Champions, Little Ann is writing a chapter in the coonhound record book that may never be duplicated. In this episode John Strickland, Ashley Oxendine and Randy Smith, three of the four partners that own the reining world champion in two major registries, join Steve to tell Ann’s story to

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00:36:52

Spring Woods, Dogs, Turkeys and Trout

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/04/06

Spring is finally showing up and it’s a great time to be in the woods. In this episode we talk about working hounds during the offseason, getting dogs back in shape, and keeping young dogs learning even after hunting season ends. We also discuss ** Turkey season right around the corner and what to look for while scouting the woods this time of year. Plus, a little fishing talk — the river has been kicking my butt lately, but the trout streams have been producing some nice Rainbow Trout and Brown

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01:01:12

Coon Hunting In The 70s

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/27

In this episode Steve covers topics that resonate with hunters that have been involved with the sport for several years as well as those that may be new comers to the sport.After raising the question in last week’s episode, “Who is the best coonhound pup trainer in the world,” Steve reviews several responses posted by members of his online Coon Hunting Conversations group. The segment segues into a discussion of the members of Steve’s local coon club in the 1970’s and recalls the names and the

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00:33:12

The Tailgate Test: What Your Hounds Really Did This...

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/18

The season may be over, but the work of becoming a better Houndsman is just beginning. In this episode, we take a hard, honest look at post-season evaluation—what your hounds actually showed you this year versus what you hoped they were doing. Every race, every loss, every cold trail tells a story. The hunters who improve year after year are the ones willing to sit on the tailgate after the season and ask the tough questions.We break down how to evaluate your pack honestly, what traits you should

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00:53:01

Of Hounds and Horses

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/16

This week Steve dons his racing silks and takes the listener to 800-horse two-year old thoroughbred sale in Ocala, Florida for a day of education and inspiration. Rarely does he do anything that doesn’t bring him full circle to his world of working dogs.The world of coon hunting, especially concerning the animals that are central to the sport, has many parallels to the horse-racing game. We extoll the value of breeding and proof of ancestry through pedigrees for dogs and horses, we value

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00:42:34

Stronger Together

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/12

Whether you are fighting as an individual or as an organization, what are your expectations? What does it mean and why does it matter? In this episode we break down what each means and how you can help. Getting involved is not an option, it’s a responsibility. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk Darkenergy OnX Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy: best-charging banks

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01:00:57

Gone To The Dogs - The Coon Hunter’s Handbook

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/09

In this episode Steve addresses the changes in the way coon hunters acquire information by reviewing two books written in 1948 and 1952 respectively.The American Trail Hound by Fred Streaver and The Coon Hunter’s Handbook by Leon F. Whitney, DVM and Acil B. Underwood were two important works designed to make the training of coonhounds a successful experience 75 years or so ago. Steve finds the more things change the more they stay the same as the methods of three-quarters of a century ago appear

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01:03:51

Is Life Hard?

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/06

In this episode of the Man Therapy Podcast, Dan and Kyle discuss the challenges of parenting, the complexities of life, and the importance of understanding and communication in relationships. They explore how personal experiences shape our perspectives, the burden of responsibility, and the need for empathy in navigating life's difficulties. The conversation emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence and finding common ground in relationships, while also addressing the challenges of

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00:42:54

Cold Weather Gear for Hound Hunting

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/04

Following up on how to take care of a hound in cold weather, we need to evaluate our gear. Can you stay out for long periods of time in cold or wet weather? Let's take a look at what works and what don’t. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk Darkenergy OnX Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy: best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Onx: subscribe

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01:57:59

GTTD Revisited - Larry Meeks

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/03/02

It’s old home week on the Gone to the Dogs podcast as Steve connects with his longtime friend and former boss, Larry Meeks. Meeks was the owner and served as CEO for Professional Kennel Club for thirteen years following his purchase of the popular coonhound registry in the fall of 1997. Fielder joined the organization in June of 1998 and served as its Senior Vice President through November of 2004. Conversation flows freely as Fielder urges Meeks to recall his meager upbringing in and around the

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00:40:31

Cold Weather Care

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/27

When the temperature drops, real houndsman don’t stop. We just have to adjust. In this episode we’re breaking down why winter care matters more than most handlers realize. From how frozen ground steals body heat to why elevation and dry bedding can make or break your kennel setup, we’re covering the fundamentals that keep your pack healthy, strong, and ready to hunt. Cold doesn’t harm dogs, poor preparation does. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt Follow our

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01:10:54

The UKC Winter Classic 2026

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/23

This episode concludes the coverage of the UKC Winter Classic in Batesville, Mississippi. Complete event coverage may be found on social media on the UKC Coonhound pages.Steve and Nubbin spent five days on the enjoyable annual trip including great rustic lodging and phenomenal food. The Winter Classic is a coonhound event Steve founded in 1988 when he was with United Kennel Club, and attracts coon hunters and their families from across the nation to Batesville each February. We would like to

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00:31:40

Wiley Coyote: Mistakes We Make

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/19

In part two we give some insight to breaking our dogs from running coyotes, if you don't want them too. We talk about some common mistakes that hinder our progress. If you get frustrated but your dogs running them, this episode is for you. IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors:Inukshuk DarkenergyOnX Double U Hunting SupplyQuick-track.comMuddy River Transport Inukshuk:Inukshukpro.comCorey.ca Darkenergy: best-charging banks on market. Discount code is

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00:47:45

UKC Winter Classic: Part One

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/17

In this episode we join Steve along a Florida highway on his road trip to the Winter Classic in Batesville, Mississippi. It’s day one of the trip and Steve records from the truck on US Highway 19 along the Gulf of America.The solo conversation is part history, part geography as Steve recalls the origins of the Winter Classic and plays tour guide along one of Florida’s least used highways along the famed Nature Coast.Here’s a chance to ride along with Steve on one of his many road trips to attend

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00:43:38

Unleashed: Fighting for our Hound Hunting Rights

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/16

After a trip to Richmond, it was discovered that the legal process of the legislative branch is more confusing than not. In this episode Heath is going to walk us through the sets of bill making and get us up to speed on where all three bills are at this stage and what's next. If hound hunting is your hobby, passion or way of life there is no time to waste, it’s all in now or never. IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors:Inukshuk DarkenergyOnX Double U Hunting

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01:19:52

Deep In The Hunt of Texas - Tracking Dogs 101 w/...

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/12

Most hunters underestimate how critical shot placement and tissue damage are—and how they can make the difference between finding your deer or losing it forever. Ricky Loftis (litehounds on Instagram) a renowned deer tracking dog handler with over a decade of experience, pulls back the curtain on the gritty realities of tracking wounded game, revealing surprising insights you'll want to hear before your next hunt.In this episode, Ricky shares how personal hunting failures sparked his passion for

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01:24:12

Coonhounds and Cabin Fever

Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen"s Empire ·

2026/02/10

Thirty-five degrees in Miami, Florida? Headlines read “Freezing in Florida: Artic chill reaches Sunshine State, breaking records and causing power disruptions.”Steve takes the opportunity to check on friends that are coping with the chilling effects of a Polar Vortex that is causing hunters across the country to stay by the fire. In many cases hunters are bringing in the hounds in order to cope with what has become one of the harshest winters in memory, even for octogenarian hunters like

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