The Filthy Spoon Podcast

On this Filthy Spoon episode Jon runs through sponsors and then interview Madison Grimm of Second Chance Flight, a young conservationist who built an aviary and launched an egg-salvage nonprofit. Madison explains how she obtained federal permits, pushed a state law change to allow game-bird egg salvage, rescued hundreds of ducks, pheasants, turkeys and more, and is working to band and track birds...

Jon hosts a solo episode from the Wack N stack bro boat meetup on the Feather River, featuring sponsor shoutouts, event highlights, and interviews with organizer Kevin, Mud-Buddy service pro James of Stanley Fetch & Son, and Brownwater Outfitters' Brandon and Lance. Topics include community and family-focused off-season duck hunting, raffle giveaways, local businesses and gear, boat repairs an...

Jon and Robert run through sponsor shout-outs, catch up with call maker Shannon Kelley about shows and new products, and share updates on the Filthy Spoon co-op blinds and upcoming Delta Waterfowl Expo. The episode mixes hunting prep (decoys, dog training, blinds), event plans, personal stories, and light-hearted rants — including a wild bum confrontation — all wrapped in casual podcast banter.

Jon sits down with Josh Hogan of BlindBook to demo an app that centralizes bookings, guide and club management, and hunt tracking for everyone from solo hunters to large outfitters. They discuss Wing ID (AI-assisted bird ID), data-driven pattern analysis, payment and booking tools, hunter education, conservation benefits, and upcoming shows where BlindBook will appear.

Episode 227 of the Filthy Spoon Podcast covers sponsor shoutouts, hunting stories, and a feature interview with Reed Speed — twin founders who created a pocket duck-call oil to stop reeds from sticking. Hosts John and Robert discuss gear, seasons, local hunts, and share humorous camp anecdotes. The show wraps with the Duck Chugger three questions segment, product release plans, and event appearanc...

Jon goes solo with a blunt, unfiltered episode from the middle of rice-planting chaos: work exhaustion, hunting talk, sponsor shoutouts, gear drama, and his "Johnny Cash" theory about fandom and hoarding. He also covers conservation efforts, worries about Oregon hunting restrictions, military pride, and what it really means to be a rice farmer and hunter.

Jon and Robert run through sponsor spots, hunting updates and regulation changes while prepping for duck season. They mix practical tips with personal stories — rice-farming challenges, bow-fishing mishaps, neighborhood rescues — and outline upcoming trips from fly-fishing to the Northeast opener.

Join Jon on this episode of the Filthy Spoon podcast on the Sacramento River at Slough House Social, Aaron Visger of Sky Chief Waterfowl shares old-school duck-hunting memories, hard-won gear advice, community stories from Sutter and Grey Lodge, and the inspiration behind his practical hunting products.

On this solo episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast, Jon sits down with John Stallone of Howl for Wildlife. They discuss Stallone’s background—from growing up hunting in New York to guiding and podcasting across the West—and the founding of Howl for Wildlife to push back on policies like plans to study reintroducing grizzly bears in California. They cover grassroots organizing, membership and fundrai...

Recorded live at the East Bay Delta Waterfowl Chapter dinner, this episode features sponsors, local outfitters, and club leaders as they discuss fundraising, blind builds, and regional conservation efforts. Guests share hunting stories, highlight youth involvement, and celebrate the community spirit that supports habitat projects and future generations of waterfowlers.

Jon sits down with Frank Alves — prescribed-fire specialist, lifelong goose hunter and veteran volunteer — to discuss marsh burns at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge, rice- and dry-field goose tactics, veteran's hunts, striper fishing reports, and highlights from recent Delta Waterfowl dinners. They cover gear and setups, memorable hunts and the role of prescribed fire in habitat management...

Jon and Robert run through sponsor shoutouts, hunting and fishing adventures, gear updates, and upcoming events including the Delta Waterfowl dinner. They share stories about turkey and striper outings, boat and motor shopping, jerky recipes, and community happenings in a relaxed, conversational episode.

On this episode Jon hosts Jamie Johansson candidate for California Assembly District 3  for a candid conversation about the challenges facing Northern California: farming and its rising costs, water and reservoir solutions, wildfire and forest policy, energy regulation, and preserving hunting and rural lifestyle. The show also highlights local sponsors and conservation partners, campaign updates f...

The Filthy Spoon podcast goes live from the Escalon Sportsman's Club at the Tri-Counties Delta Waterfowl dinner, capturing a rowdy, hometown vibe and interviews with chapter leaders, volunteers, and sponsors. Listeners hear local stories about duck hunting, conservation projects, sponsor shout-outs, and the community's efforts to support Delta Waterfowl California while raising funds for local hab...

Jon hosts Tyler of Duck Republic for a loose, unfiltered episode covering Tyler’s rise on social media, sneak-box salt marsh hunting in Massachusetts, and the big differences between East and West Coast waterfowling. They also talk fishing and commercial charters, hunting gear and sponsors, podcasting banter, and the lifestyle that keeps them chasing birds and fish.

Live from the Sacramento SCI 47th Annual Banquet, the Filthy Spoon Podcast hosts Jon and Robert talk with sponsors, board members, and hunters about custom duck calls, late-season goose hunts, bowfishing plans, and local conservation work. Guests include Willow Creek Custom Calls, Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters, and members of SCI and Battalion 1. The episode features sponsor shout-outs, candid hun...

The hosts Jon and Robert run through sponsor shout-outs, upcoming events and dinners, booking blinds and hunts, and gear talk as they reset after waterfowl season. They also discuss community projects, the Filthy Spoon co-op, trips (Reno, Delta Waterfowl, Tule Creek), shooting instruction, and plans for turkey and striper seasons.

Jon opens the episode with sponsor shoutouts and then interviews Rob Protzman of Weston Waterfowl about his hand‑carved, high‑detail duck calls, metal reed tradition, and decorative carving techniques. The conversation covers Rob’s path into waterfowling, Colorado hunting stories, species and gear, call‑making competitions, and where to find his work online—with additional sponsor mentions and upc...

Welcome to Filthy Spoon Podcast episode with guest Mike Marino of Marino Decoys. Sponsors and local outfitters open the show before a wide-ranging interview with Mike about carving hand-made gunning decoys, creating memorial "urn" decoys, his carving process, and turning a passion into a living. The episode also covers hunting tactics, favorite spreads, Duck Expo plans, and a candid conversation a...

The Filthy Spoon Podcast episode covers sponsor shoutouts (Willow Creek, Shannon Kelly, Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters, Snook Family Sporting Dogs, Duck Chugger and more), a season recap and the launch of the Filthy Spoon Co-OP  Jon and Robert discuss blind teardown, high water and hunting conditions, upcoming events including the Sacramento SCI banquet (use code SPOON2026), gear talk, dog training...

Jon hosts a solo episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast covering sponsor updates, upcoming events, and highlights from a youth duck hunt. He thanks sponsors like Willow Creek Custom Calls, Shannon Kelly Game Calls, Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters, Snook Family Sporting Dogs, and others. The episode features interviews with a dozen youth hunters sharing their first hunts, favorite birds, gear, and hunti...

Episode 14 wraps up a strange but memorable duck season — heavy fog, unpredictable flights, late goose action, and gritty hunts across rice, refuge and bro-boat spots. Host reflects on highlights like the Mag-10 return, Calusa shoots, and community fundraisers. Guests Casey Stafford, Frankie Andrade, Brian Sage and Mark from Sabaya Duck Club share season takeaways, gear talk, hunt stories and plan...

Jon hosts Ian and Mark McNair for a lively episode covering sponsor shout-outs, High and Dry waders, and the family tradition of carving wooden decoys. The guests recount their West Coast hunting swing—Washington to California—talking marsh and rice-field hunts, memorable calls, oysters, conservation, and upcoming events.

 Spot Burn, brought to you by High and Dry Waders, the bro waders without the bro price. You can find them at hndoutdoors.com. Good stuff. This episode wraps the final week of duck season with guest updates from guides and trainers, packed hunting reports, and personal stories — Casey Stafford’s strong finish, Rachel Snook’s new training partnership, and Scotty Vicks’ shooting tips. We also cover...

Welcome to a gritty, honest episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast — Jon sits down with Gabe Snyder to rip into goose hunting today: calling techniques, favorite gear (Redbone goose calls, SX4 shotgun), cheap panel-blind setups, the difficulty of modern speckle belly hunting, guide life, shells, and why sometimes simple solutions beat expensive gear.