The Backwoods Grind Podcast

Some guys hunt. Pastor Zach Wells is "built different". Pastor of Christ Temple Pentecostal Church in Jena, Louisiana, he calls himself a "professional small boy" who learned to deer hunt off of old Primos Hunting videos, and once hunted 66 days in a single Alabama season. In this one we sat down in his church office, swapped stories, and got into the stuff that actually matters: chasing big white...

Zack Kile, Jonathan Wilson, and Mark Busby sit down to break down the 2026 turkey season, start to finish. From hunting in the snow in Mississippit, to the birds that hung up just out of range. The hunts that came together when nothing should have worked. They get into all of it, the highs and the lows, and the moments that made this the best season any of them can remember. If you chased gobblers...

This week we're talking with our buddy Andrew Giles as he tells us about his exciting season achieving his single-season turkey slam.  The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com . The podcast is also brought to you by  Kilby Brake Outfitters . Check them out for guided goose and duck hunts.

Listen in as we talk about the NWTF Convention and give recaps on our Duck and Goose seasons.   The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at  losthat.com .

In this week's episode, Jonathan and Zack discuss the 2023-2024 deer and duck seasons. Jonathan shares the story of his successful public land deer hunt and the strategies he used to kill a mature public land buck during the Mississippi whitetail rut.  The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com . The podcast is also...

Join us this week for a lively conversation with our buddy Chris Utroska from Hanging Moss Media. Chris dives into his journey of mastering photography and the thrills of public land elk and duck hunting. He also shares the origin story of Hanging Moss Media. Packed with laughs, this episode offers a glimpse into the exciting blend of hunting, photography, and the unexpected moments in between. Th...

This week, we're joined by Adam Oltremari from Kilby Brake Outfitters, nestled in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Our conversation with Adam paints a picture of a life devoted to the great outdoors, from his early days of hunting with his family to his professional journey as a guide for deer, ducks, and geese. As Adam gears up to unveil a new lodge this year, he shares the thrill of the hunt...

Join us for an enriching conversation with our friend Danny Quin as we explore not just the intricacies of traditional archery but also the broader canvas of hunting. 'The Quiver and The Quin' weaves together Danny's expertise in archery with evocative stories from his youth spent in the woods. This episode is a celebration of the traditions, adventures, and nostalgia that come with being a lifelo...

On this week's episode, Jonathan and Zack discuss upcoming plans for their hunting seasons. Jonathan shares some of the tools he's acquired recently that he plans to use for deer season, and Zack shares some stories from his most recent trout fishing trip with the family. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com ....

This week on the podcast, we're excited to welcome Freddy King, a world-renowned duck dog trainer and duck hunter. We'll dive into Freddy's unique approach to dog training that yields championship-level hunting dogs and how his lifelong passion for duck hunting has influenced his career. Don't miss out on his entertaining stories and invaluable tips, whether you're a seasoned duck hunter or just g...

Coming to you from the World Deer Expo in Birmingham, Alabama, Jonathan, Zack, and Mark tell of their Airbnb mishaps and the hunting adventures that helped mold their friendships. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at  losthat.com .

Join hosts Zack and Jonathan in Episode 37 of the Backwoods Grind Podcast as they share exciting stories of turkey hunting. Discover their epic victories, hilarious blunders, and plenty of laughs along the way. We hope it will leave you inspired and rolling with laughter. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com ....

Welcome to Episode 36 of our podcast! In this episode, Zack, Jonathan, Chris, and Tyler share their insights and experiences from the NWTF convention. They discuss the latest turkey hunting equipment that caught their eye at the convention and how it could improve their hunting game. They also share their plans for the upcoming turkey hunting season, including strategies they plan to use. Whether...

Welcome back to another episode of the Backwoods Grind Podcast! This one is packed with hilarious tales from the 2022-2023 hunting season.  The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at backwoodsgrind.com . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at  losthat.com .

In this episode, Zack and Jonathan share some news about Backwoods Grind (spoiler; we're not going anywhere). We also discuss some ethics around hunting public land and tactics for hunting when you don't have much time. We hope you enjoy the episode! The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at  backwoodsgrind.com . The podcast is also b...

Tune in as Chris, Jonathan, and Zack discuss their deer and duck seasons so far this year. They talk about archery and saddle hunting equipment as well as some things they've tried that worked and some that didn't. As usual, you're sure to crack a smile a few times as they poke fun at each other. We hope you enjoy the episode! The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a...

Jonathan and Zack invite Kyler Moppert into the studio to talk about public land deer hunting tactics. Kyler shares with us some of the secrets to his success in the swamps of Louisiana and Mississippi. If you are wanting to increase your odds for success this season, you don't want to miss this episode! We also talk about Kyler's businesses, Surcee Designs and Lost Hat Co. The podcast is brought...

On this episode, Jonathan, Zack, and Chris hang out at the new Raggio Mercantile in Raymond, MS with Josh Raggio of Raggio Custom Calls. Josh tells us stories of he got started duck hunting and how he found his passion for building custom calls. He also talks about his new shop, the Raggio Mercantile and how it came about. It's a beautiful shop on the square in Raymond, MS that every hunter needs...

This week we're coming to you from Mr. Jimbo Ronquest's home in Stuttgart, AR. We were honored to visit with him and Ms. Rosie. We enjoyed an excellent dinner with them, had Jimbo tune our calls, and recorded this podcast episode.  In this episode, we hear how Jimbo got started in the outdoor industry. If you know him, you know he's a great storyteller. He definitely did not dissappoint. Listen in...

Zack, Jonathan, and Chris had the pleasure of sitting down with Jared Lewis and Boomer Brown at the Apex Ammunition headquaters in Columbus, Mississippi for a great conversation about life, business, photography, and what it means to "Experience your best shot". Listen up as Jared (aka The Mad Scientist) talks about ballistics and why TSS is a superior load. Warning: this episode will likely cause...

Welcome back to another episode of the Backwoods Grind Podcast! This week Zack and Jonathan share the ups and downs of hunting stubborn Mississippi Eastern turkeys on public and private land. We've had a banner year in the turkey woods and hope you enjoy hearing some of the lessons we learned and successes we've experienced. This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a...

On this weeks episode of the Backwoods Grind Podcast we have our friends William Frawley and Scott Shepherd from Tetra to talk all things hearing protection and enhancement. You'll want to tune in to this one. Hearing isn't something that comes back after being damaged so educate yourself and protect yourself so you can continue to enjoy those gobbles in the spring and whistling wings in the winte...

This episode is coming to you from the Ducks Unlimited Dux Expo in Fort Worth, TX. Zack and Chris talk about their experience hunting Arkansas Public Land for ducks; the highs, the lows, and the in-betweens.  We hope you enjoy the episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at backwoodsgrind.com !

On this episode Chris, Jonathan, and Zack talk about their experience at the NWTF Convention in Nashville, TN. Listen in as they shed some light on what goes on behind the scenes at Backwoods Grind. We hope you enjoy the episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at backwoodsgrind.com!

Here's an episode we recorded earlier in Duck Season with our buddy Chris Utroska. We give updates on how our seasons are going and talk about the grind of the 2021-2022 Duck Season. We hope you enjoy this episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at  backwoodsgrind.com !