The Big Honker Podcast

On this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by 3 time World Live Goose Calling Champion Scott Threinen to tackle all things waterfowl. Scott is also the owner of Molt Gear Inc. specializing in goose and duck calls. Scott is a true student of the waterfowl game and has an incredible understanding of not only the birds we hunt but the rich heritage that makes up our sport.

During this episode, Jeff and Andy, are joined by the one and only Blake Poppe. Blake worked as a waterfowl guide this previous hunting season for Stanfield Hunting Outfitters. In this episode, we get to know a little more about Poppe and his time as a waterfowler and waterfowl guide.

On this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, discuss an array of topics pertaining to goose hunting. Including, the power of the goose flag, head position in your decoy spread and how you can separate yourself from other hunters in your area. The guys also debate whether or not Bigfoot is roaming around the woods.

This episode, Coyote Man Clay Reid, comes back to sit down with, Jeff and Andy. They discuss more predator hunting and Clay shares more stories from incredible past, including the time he called in Bigfoot on one of his predator tournaments!

Quail specialist, Jerry Coplen, comes in to discuss quail hunting and quail habitat. Jerry explains what steps can be taken to improve land and ensure that quail hunting is passed down to the next generation of hunters. 

This episode is all about brotherly love as Jeff's brother, Tony Stanfield and Andy's brother, Zach Shaver, drop in to discuss what it's like to grow up along side their sibling in the hunting industry. Here, the guys air dirty laundry and past grievances from prior waterfowl seasons. It's all fair in love, war, and waterfowl season and there is nothing off limits in this episode!

On this episode, Erik Guggenheim, sits down with the guys. Erik is retired waterfowl guide turned world class photographer/ guitar maker. He is part of the RNT pro staff and worked on RNT-V. Erik has chased waterfowl all over North America and captured some of the most amazing photos of geese and ducks falling into his decoy spreads.

On this episode, Ron Stanfield is back in studio with the guys telling more tales and handing out dog training tips for the upcoming season.

During this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, dive into some of waterfowls most common myths. Do cloudy days produce the best hunts? Can you use all silhouettes? Can you shoot hens? Do you have to be fully decked out in camouflage? All are answered plus more!

On this episode, Jeff Stanfield & Andy Shaver, give a recap of the guests that have been on the show the past few weeks. They also discuss some of the current events going on in the world.

Special guest, Clay Reid, joins the guys in studio to talk predator hunting and predator tournaments. Clay finished 2nd in the 2018 National Predator Hunting Tournament. Clay shares his stories of predator hunt success along with some more colorful tales from his unbelievable past!

On this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, are joined in studio by Zach Shaver to discuss the basics of goose hunting. The guys talk about basic decoy spread, basic calling and what gear you will need to start your adventure in the waterfowl world. The guys also debate the new National Anthem rule in the NFL.

This episode features special guest, Wyman Meinzer. Wyman is a Texas legend who has published over 25 wildlife photography books, Wyman is also the only official State Photographer of Texas and his photos have appeared on more than 250 magazine covers throughout America. Wyman is the epitome of a true outdoorsman.

In this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, talk about how they handle the highs and lows that come with every waterfowl season. Being in the business of owning a hunting outfit these guys must push through every obstacle... 7 days a week... ALL hunting season! Here the guys discuss their mindset during the season.

During this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, discuss who calls the shot during their hunts. Calling the shot is an important piece of the puzzle on guided hunts and in this episode the guys explain how and why they have things setup the way they do. 

In this episode of The Big Honker Podcast, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, dive into having appreciation for the animals you harvest. They also go over what gear you need for early teal season in September. Also, this episode has a little bit of football talk and there is an important wager between the guys at the end of this episode.

Special guest, Eric Lewis, joins Jeff and Andy in studio. Eric is the owner of Pork Choppers Aviation, a helicopter hog hunting outfit, and hunting filmographer. In this episode, Eric explains the process of hunting hogs from a helicopter and shares his wildest stories from filming hunts all over the world.

On this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, cover a variety of goose hunting topics including, goose calling- Big geese vs Little geese, do's and don't's of early season goose decoy spreads and also, Jeff tells who he thinks his best hire was when it comes to shooting geese.

After the tremendous response from the first interview with Ron Stanfield, Jeff and Andy got him back in the studio to answer more questions and share more stories. Ron also gives a few dog training tips, including how to pick your next Labrador puppy.

During this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, talk about the rich history of waterfowl hunting and the ultimate waterfowl museum in Memphis, Tennessee. The guys discuss the primitive decoys and talk about one of the most tragic days in waterfowl history, Armistice Day, The Day The Duck Hunter Died. Also, Andy tells some of his more bizarre stories from inside the spread.

In this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, discuss hunter's etiquette and if it is ever acceptable to hunt your buddy's spot after he has taken you to his honey hole. With internet scouters everywhere today's waterfowl world, Jeff tells you how he can sniff them out. They also share a few hunting stories and give you a couple of decoy tactics. 

During this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, go inside the guides morning routine and rituals before they get to the field. They also discuss some of Andy's pet peeves and with special guest, Ron Stanfield in the studio, the guys look back on some of Andy's early days guiding hunts. Also, in this episode the guys explain how you can enter to win a 4 person goose hunt with Stanfield Hunting...

On this episode of The Big Honker Podcast, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, discuss weather and how weather plays a major role with the birds we hunt. 

On this very special episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, are joined by the man that started it all, Ron Stanfield. Ron is Jeff's dad and the one who introduced him to waterfowl hunting at a young age. This episode is a walk down memory lane as Ron discusses some of his favorite memories in the waterfowl industry. This episode has three generations of waterfowl hunters... don't believe a word...

During this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver, talk about which species are their favorite to hunt in the goose and duck hunting world. They also give their views on Duck Unlimited and how it has changed throughout the years. Finally, with the NFL Draft coming up, the guys give you their prediction on how the first 5 picks will play out.