The Black Duck Revival Podcast

Episode 78 features a conversation with Gilbert Randolph of Art Ducko Calls . Jonathan and Gilbert discuss the perks of being generalist hunters as opposed to specialists and the importance of bringing your full self to your creative endeavors. Follow Gilbert and for information about his calls: artduckocalls.com Instagram Facebook Follow Jonathan: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

Jonathan sits down for a conversation with the wildly and innately talented singer/songwriter, Adam Faucett. They discuss the "why" behind the impetus to create, when hard living gives way to the pursuit of longevity, and how to lean into the notion of running your own race. At the end of the episode, Adam performs the song, "Lean Into Trouble." Follow Adam Faucett and listen to his music: adamfau...

Episode 76 features Arkansas muralist, Jessica Jones . Jonathan and Jessica discuss the uncertainties of life, artistic motivations and maintaining creative integrity while balancing the realities of making a living and supporting a family. Follow Jessica Jones: artbyjessicajones.com Instagram Facebook Follow Jonathan Wilkins: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

In episode 75, Jonathan analyzes his turkey hunting exploits this spring and relates the hard lessons learned from his 2026 season. To end the episode, Jonathan speaks with his daughter Eloise, about integrity and owning your mistakes. Follow Jonathan Wilkins: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

Jonathan visits with Georgia native, George Copelan Jr. They discuss George's efforts to preserve his family land and improve the conservation/wildlife potential of it. They also have a difficult conversation around their very different perspectives on the antebellum, Civil War and the legacy of The South. Follow Jonathan Wilkins: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

On Episode 73, Jonathan reflects on his time spent traveling and hunting in Mississippi during the 2026 turkey season. Follow Jonathan Wilkins: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

Episode 72 features the return of Mississippi forester and biologist, Alex Harvey of Legacy Land Management . Alex and Jonathan discuss the stunning natural beauty of Mississippi, their shared love of the Deep South and the complicated realities about living in a place with a tumultuous history. Follow Alex Harvey: Instagram Facebook Follow Jonathan Wilkins: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

Episode 71 features Hunter Farrior - a dyed in the wool turkey hunter from the hardwoods of Mississippi. Hunter is the founder of Spring Legion , a turkey gear and apparel brand as well as the Spring Legion podcast. He's also an accomplished author with two books devoted to the pursuit of turkeys to his credit. Jonathan and Hunter discuss the esoteric pursuit of the turkey hunter, southern drawls,...

Episode 70 features Ramsey Russell of GetDucks.com and the Duck Season Somewhere podcast. Ramsey discusses his exploits as one of the most prolific and well traveled waterfowlers of all time. He also explains why the human connections he's formed while traveling the globe are the "trophies" he's most proud of. Follow Ramsey Russell: YouTube Instagram Facebook Follow Jonathan Wilkins: YouTube Insta...

Episode 69 features noted bowyer, professional trapper, and flintlock aficionado Mike Yancey. Jonathan and Mike discuss Mike's passion for the complicated processes that lead him to being a multi-disciplined craftsman and adventure hunter for the past several decades. Pine Hollow Longbows Follow Mike on Instagram Follow Black Duck Revival: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

On episode 68 of the podcast, Jonathan discusses springtime plans, new BDR projects and the mindset he's approaching 2026 with. Follow Black Duck Revival: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com

On this episode Jonathan speaks with Brad Green, NWA based conservationist, hunter, trapper, and international man of leisure. Brad is a longstanding and founding member of the Arkansas chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. BHA - Arkansas Chapter Follow Black Duck Revival: YouTube Instagram blackduckrevival.com  

Zach Brandenburg is a student The University of Arkansas, graduating this year with a degree in Environmental Soil Science as well as 3 science-based minors. On the precipice of independence, Zach and Jonathan talk about life and the realities of blazing your own trail. blackduckrevival.com Follow Jonathan @blackduckrevival

For this week's episode, Jonathan speaks with professional trapper, Dale Billingsley, of Billingsley Brand Trapping Lures. Follow Dale on YouTube      blackduckrevival.com Follow Jonathan @blackduckrevival

On this episode, Jonathan speaks with Sarah of No Life Till Leather. This podcast was originally recorded in Spring of 2024. Follow Sarah @the_leather_tramp   blackduckrevival.com Follow Jonathan @blackduckrevial

For episode 63, American novelist, David Joy , appears on the podcast for the second time. This podcast was originally recorded in the Spring of 2024. david-joy.com blackduckrevival.com Follow Jonathan Wilkins @blackduckrevival

Jonathan visits the state of Mississippi to meet with artist, outdoorsman, and entrepreneur Jason Roberts for a lively discussion of turkey hunting, oil painting, crawfish farming, food, and the state's history among other topics.  For more information, follow Jason on Instagram @jasonroberts.art and @mscrawfishcompany . https://jasonrobertsart.com/ Black Duck Revival on Instagram blackduckrevival...

Jonathan chats with south Florida gladesman, Richard Martinez, who is known for his expertise in hunting the elusive Osceola Turkey.  Follow Richard on Instagram .   (00:00:00) - Catching up with Jonathan (00:10:51) - Episode Introduction (00:16:34) - Conversation (01:36:11) - Outro/Announcements Black Duck Revival on Instagram blackduckrevival.com

For episode 60, Jonathan speaks with legendary waterfowl hunter, Dale Bordelon. Dale is the owner of Bayou Beast Calls where he hand makes a wide variety of precisely pitched duck calls. The gentlemen delve into the rich history of duck hunting in Louisiana and how Dale's approach to hunting and duck call making is deeply rooted in the past. And of course there is some gator talk for good measure....

On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan speaks with Stephen Bateman - owner and operator of Down the River Forge . Stephen is a skilled knife maker. Born and raised in New Orleans, he grew up immersed in the outdoors hunting and fishing, where sharp and effective tools are a necessary means for survival. What began as a creative outlet has evolved into a pursuit to make beautiful and functional k...

Episode 58 features Beau Martonik -  hunter, freelance writer, and host of East Meets West Podcast . We had a great conversation after spending a few days together for an event in Utah at the end of July.  For more information on Beau:   https://www.instagram.com/beau.martonik eastmeetswesthunt.com   This week's episode is sponsored by Hunters of Color , a non-profit organization working on increa...

Episode 57 features Elias Cairo, co-owner and lead salumist at Portland, Oregon's Olympia Provisions . We talked about Elias' journey from being a teenage pro skater and later completing a chef apprenticeship in Switzerland to what he is doing currently in Portland with his passion for charcuterie.    https://www.instagram.com/eliascairo https://www.olympiaprovisions.com/   This week's episode is...

Episode 56 welcomes Jimmy Flatt! Jimmy is the Co-Founder and COO of Hunters of Color . This is the third year we have hunted turkeys together. We had a few outings in northern California and Oregon. Afterwards, we sat down for a nice conversation to talk about our hunts as well as the progress of Jimmy's mission with Hunters of Color.    This week's episode is sponsored by Hunters of Color , a non...

Episode 55 features the return of Jay Beyer - the podcast's first repeat guest! Jay is a Utah based adventure/outdoor photographer, entrepreneur, and shredder of gnar. For more information about Jay, please check out his website: https://www.jaybeyer.com/ Instagram   This week's episode is sponsored by Hunters of Color , a non-profit organization working on increasing BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Peo...

The 2023 "Turkey Bebop" continues and on this episode, Jonathan has a cozy chat with Bryan Rogala. Bryan is a creative producer and the founder of Mountain Standard Creative which focuses on video production and content creation in the outdoors space. He also writes regularly for Outside Online . https://www.bryanrogala.com/ https://mountainstandardcreative.com/ Instagram     This week's episode i...