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Gundog Nation

A show to bring together gundog enthusiasts, trainers, and handlers with discussion focused on all breeds and styles of gundogs.

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68:46

Anna Blanton - When Authentic Music Beats The...

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2025/10/30

Send us a text #58 A fiddle on fire, a crowd roaring back, and a band sprinting from small-town stages to New Year’s Eve at the Ryman—this conversation with Anna Blanton of the Creekers pulls back the curtain on a rise that feels as electric as it looks. We start with roots: classical violin and Irish tunes, the discipline that builds precise hands, and the guts to throw out the page and play by ear. Anna explains how years backing singer-songwriters taught minimalism, then how the Creekers u...

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90:43

Dr. RuthAnn Lobos - From Marathoner To Vet: Gut...

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2025/10/28

Send us a text #57 Watch a well‑trained dog do what it was born to do—and keep doing it longer. Kenneth sits down with Dr. Ruth Ann Lobos, a senior veterinarian at Purina and lifelong athlete, to break down the simple changes that protect performance: proven probiotics for gut stability, joint support that starts young, and safer handling habits that save elbows and extend careers. We get clear on exercise‑induced colitis and why travel, training, and hard hunting can jolt a dog’s GI tract j...

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74:45

Roe Reynolds - From Arkansas To Alaska: Building A...

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2025/10/23

Send us a text #56 A life built around dogs doesn’t happen by accident—it’s earned in pre‑dawn loadouts, long tracks through brush, and quiet choices at the tree. We sit down with guide Roe Reynolds, who turned a youth of coonhounds into seasons guiding black bears in Idaho and brown bears and moose in Alaska, all while building spec homes back in Arkansas. Roe explains how he rigs from the box, why spring baits and fall fruit orchards require different strategies, and what makes a balanced b...

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Kristin Best - From Foundation to Field: Training,...

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2025/10/16

Send us a text #55 Want a calmer, sharper, more reliable gun dog without guesswork or gimmicks? We sit down with Kristen Best of Best Retrievers to unpack a training approach that starts with relationship, not reflex. She maps the Five Love Languages onto dogs—praise, petting, treats, retrieves, and quality time—and shows how meeting a dog where they are unlocks focus, trust, and speed. If you’ve ever struggled with steadiness at the line, a “doer” who won’t think, or a pup who needs confiden...

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62:06

Clayton Stark - What Keeps a Hunting Tradition Alive?

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2025/10/14

Send us a text #54 A good hound’s voice in cool October air can carry a lifetime of lessons. We sat down with filmmaker and houndsman Clayton Stark to unpack how he turned backyard pups and pleasure hunts into a thriving outdoor life—without trading joy for scorecards. Clayton grew up in northwest Ohio where mature oak woods meet endless corn and soybeans, and coons grow big on easy calories and low pressure. He shares why he hunts for love of the chase, not arguments in the dark, and how coa...

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86:58

Jeff Stanfield - The Big Honker: Building a Gun Dog...

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2025/10/09

Send us a text #53 A well-trained dog can turn hard work into wonder—and few people know that better than Jeff Stanfield of The Big Honker. We sit down at his North Texas lodge to unpack the real engine behind successful seasons: patient scouting at first light, guides who still love the grind, a kitchen that feels like a town square, and clear rules that keep hunts safe and fair for everyone. From puddle ducks and dove weekends to pheasants, quail, and deer, Jeff lays out how weather, habita...

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56:19

Chuck Williams - Building a Student Gun Dog Team, One...

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2025/10/07

Send us a text #52 A small Georgia school just rebooted what “sports” can mean for teenagers—and it starts with a whistle, a lead, and a steady dog at heel. We sit down with Principal Michael Langston and Coach Chuck Williams of Gordon Lee High School to unpack how a simple idea—bringing retrievers into an ag classroom—grew into a structured gun dog team where students learn handling, safety, and the kind of composure that carries through life. Along the way, you’ll hear from the students the...

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61:29

Kyle Sanders and Dustin Jones - From Garage Lathe to...

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2025/10/02

Send us a text #51 A great duck call feels inevitable when you hear it ring true—and that’s exactly where our conversation with 737 Duck Calls begins. We bring on co-founders Dustin Jones and Kyle Sanders to trace their path from a garage lathe to national shelves, and why a simple promise—every call hand tuned, every time—built a devoted following. Dustin breaks down call anatomy in plain English (barrel, insert, reed, cork) and explains how tiny choices in tone board sanding and reed length...

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Baylor Smith and Brittany Reese - Training, Heritage,...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text #50 The best dog work isn’t loud; it’s calm, clear, and earned one short session at a time. That’s the energy we bring as we sit down with Brittany and Baylor from Oklahoma—two hunters who prove you don’t need a pedigree in the outdoors to fall hard for working dogs, public land, and long miles under an open sky. Brittany didn’t grow up hunting; she jumped in to shake up her life and discovered a sense of peace and purpose that stuck. Baylor learned by doing—training friends’ d...

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84:28

Kenneth Laird - How a Beagle Owner Became a Gundog...

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2025/09/25

Send us a text #49 The seemingly predestined connection between Kenneth Laird and gundog artistry unfolds in this captivating conversation that weaves together shared Southern roots, childhood hunting experiences, and artistic evolution. Growing up in Memphis, Tennessee with a natural gift for art and a passion for rabbit hunting with beagles, Laird's journey from commercial illustrator to acclaimed gundog artist reveals the intersection of talent and authentic passion. Despite formal art ed...

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78:22

Ronnie Cowan - Engaging Youth in Gundogs and Hunting

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2025/09/23

Send us a text #48 In this conversation, Kenneth Witt and Ronnie Cowan discuss the importance of outdoor recreation advocacy, particularly focusing on youth programs in Tennessee that aim to engage young people in hunting and conservation. Cowan shares insights on the innovative approaches taken to introduce youth to gun dogs and hunting, the funding and support for these programs, and the significance of teaching hunting skills as part of wildlife management. They also touch on the ch...

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76:24

Tanner Horton - The Creekers: From Creek to Country...

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2025/09/18

Send us a text From creek beds to the country music spotlight, Tanner Horton shares the remarkable rise of The Creekers in this intimate conversation about authentic music, rural roots, and overnight viral success. The gravel in Tanner Horton's voice matches the authenticity of his story—a tale of musical passion born in the hollers of Eastern Kentucky, nurtured through family traditions, and suddenly thrust into the spotlight through a viral TikTok video. As lead guitarist and vocalist for ...

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74:22

Adrian Jackson - Breaking Points: How Training...

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2025/09/16

Send us a text Adrian Jackson shares his extraordinary dual career as a championship bird dog trainer and youth mentor at Cal Farley's Boys Ranch in Texas. His insights reveal the surprising parallels between training high-performance field trial dogs and helping at-risk youth overcome trauma and build successful lives. • Vice President of Home Life at Cal Farley's Boys Ranch for nearly 29 years, overseeing care for 116 children with capacity for 430 • Cal Farley's is privately funded with a...

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67:23

Summer Reynolds - Dog and Hunt Supply: From Foxhounds...

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2025/09/11

Send us a text #45 Summer Reynolds has hunting in her blood. From childhood nights spent howling alongside her father to call in coyotes, to building a nationally-renowned hunting dog supply store in tiny Quitman, Arkansas (population 765), Summer's life revolves around dogs that chase, tree, and track. During our conversation, Summer takes us through her remarkable hunting journey, starting with foxhound traditions that are gradually disappearing. "Friday night we'd get, Dad would come home...

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74:08

Josh Parvin - Gundog Training, Health, and Heritage

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2025/09/09

Send us a text #44 When disaster strikes in the field, are you prepared to save your dog's life? Josh Parvin of Cornerstone Gundog Academy and Retriever Training Supply shares the harrowing story that led to creating their best-selling First Aid Kit after his retriever hit a barbed wire fence at full speed during a Kansas hunt. That close call transformed his approach to emergency preparedness and sparked a mission to help fellow gundog owners be ready for anything. The conversation ex...

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81:40

Trevor Wade - Inside UKC's Lucrative Coonhound Circuit

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2025/09/04

Send us a text #42 Have you ever wondered why some dog sports offer substantial cash prizes while others only provide ribbons and titles? In this fascinating conversation with Trevor Wade, Coonhound Program Manager at United Kennel Club (UKC), we uncover the remarkable economics of coonhound competitions that have created a thriving circuit where handlers compete for serious money. Trevor pulls back the curtain on UKC's Tournament of Champions, which offers a jaw-dropping $250,000 purse with...

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66:20

Dave Bavero - Waterstone Labradors, Breeding and...

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2025/09/02

Send us a text #42 Dave Bavero opens a window into the nuanced world of British Labs, sharing insights from his 25-year journey with these remarkable gundogs. As the founder of Waterstone Labradors in Bernie, Texas, Dave has created more than just a breeding program – he's established a vital cultural bridge between American hunters and the centuries-old traditions of British and Irish retriever work. What sets Dave's approach apart is his unwavering commitment to authenticity. Rather than s...

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78:58

Bob Owens - Lone Duck Outfitters: What Makes a Great...

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2025/08/28

Send us a text #41 The journey to build a stronger connection with your hunting dog goes far beyond basic commands and whistle blows. Bob Owens, founder of Lone Duck Outfitters and Kennels, takes us deep into what he calls "the unspoken bond" – that magical connection between handler and retriever that transforms good dogs into exceptional hunting partners. Bob's path from college rugby player to respected professional trainer offers a masterclass in pursuing passion against the odds. Starti...

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60:06

Caleb Knight - Major League Baseball, Waterfowl and...

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2025/08/26

Send us a text #40 Ever wondered how professional athletes pursue their outdoor passions between seasons? In this captivating conversation, Kenneth Witt welcomes Chicago Cubs Triple-A catcher Caleb Knight to Gundog Nation, revealing the fascinating intersection of professional baseball and duck hunting. Caleb shares his journey from small-town Oklahoma to professional baseball, while maintaining his deep connection to waterfowl hunting and retriever training. Growing up in Chakotah (populati...

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100:03

Anna V - Finding Purpose in Wingshooting and Gundogs

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2025/08/22

Send us a text #39 From sporting clays champion to bird dog maven, Anna V's journey exemplifies the transformative power of saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities in the outdoor world. Her story begins with a short-haired pointer in 2014 and quickly accelerates into a whirlwind adventure through competitive hunting tournaments, championship sporting clays, and eventually mastery of both pointing and flushing dogs. What makes Anna's narrative particularly compelling is how she navigated the...

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