The Filthy Spoon Podcast

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast This episode covers a strange, mixed-opening duck season with wide-ranging reports — some hunters crushed it while others saw almost nothing. Hosts and callers discuss rice harvest progress, blind brushing, refuge water issues, and standout moments from the grasslands, including banded birds and memorable hunts. Guests include guides an...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast On this episode the hosts introduce sponsor shout-outs and sit down with Bill Weller of Farmer's Brewing to discuss the brewery's origins, making beer with locally grown rice, retrofitting equipment, the success of Farmer’s Light, canning during COVID, new cider plans, and the community of duck hunters that frequent the tap room after a...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon sits in for a solo episode with ranch owner Matt on Duck Season Eve, sharing sponsor shoutouts, hunting memories, and behind-the-scenes stories about managing a duck club. From Gray Lodge tales to club levee work, dogs, teal calling and opening day prep, they cover the culture and craft of California waterfowling. The conversation m...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast We cover pre-spot burn plans, the impact of recent rain on rice harvests, how th  Northeast and Oregon openers are going so far. we  also talk about this years spotburn sponsor High & Dry waders, recap recent hunts and banded birds, and share local hunting updates. Plus details about the Farmer's Brewery kickoff event, upcoming podc...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast In this episode Jon and Robert sit down at Slough House with Jason from Fowl Pursuer Outdoor Adventures to announce his new Gridley hunting lodge and share season news. Jason describes the lodge features — lodging, breakfast and dinner, a shop/bar hangout, dog kennels, a cleaning station and freezer, and space for boats and trailers — p...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Guided duck and goose opener in Northeast California at Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters: the crew scored 28 birds in an hour, including surprising mallards working a dry grain field and several big honkers. Highlights include coordinated calling, successful use of custom calls, a sprig among the mallards, and lively blind etiquette. The e...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast In this episode the Filthy Spoon Jon welcome Hoon and Logan from Foul Mouth TV for an honest, hands‑on conversation about breaking into duck hunting. They discuss refuges vs. private rice blinds, gear and decoy setups, shot timing, and practical tips for new hunters. The show also highlights local sponsors and the importance of mentorin...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon delivers a frank, humorous pre-season rant covering hunting gear, shotgun gauges, trucks, camouflage, public and private land etiquette, and guide etiquette. He also highlights local sponsors, upcoming hunts, and excitement for the Northeast opener while sharing strong opinions and practical advice for hunters.

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon hosts a solo episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast with sponsor shout-outs and a feature interview with Cody Griffith of Triple B Outdoors about Arkansas hunting. They cover dove, teal, goose and duck seasons, decoy and gear tips, and how weather and habitat shifts are affecting migration. The episode also includes sponsor highlights...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon talks with Scott White, General Manager of the Klamath Drainage District, about water management, refuge recovery, and how renewed flows helped wetlands and migratory birds after recent droughts. They discuss the district’s history, its role delivering Klamath River water to Lower Klamath, impacts on local communities and hunting, a...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Hosts and guests hunt dove and pigeons in Yuma along the border wall, contend with a surprise monsoon that floods fields and slows the birds, and share stories of canal rescues, helicopter flyovers, and late‑night pool antics. The episode also highlights sponsors and custom call makers, offers a special Tule Creek discount for listeners...

Support the show! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast On Dove Season Eve the hosts run through sponsor shout-outs (Willow Creek Custom Calls, Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters, G&T Truck Repair, 818 Inspections, Shannon J. Kelly, SCI Sacramento) and then sit down with Derek Shewick, Wildlife Habitat Manager for the Upper Butte Basin. The conversation covers dove habitat work, planting saff...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon and Robert bring listeners to Duck Days with interviews from sponsors and makers: Willow Creek Custom Calls, Duck Chugger, Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters, G&T Truck Repair and High and Dry Waders. The episode highlights new gear, sponsor shout-outs and show-floor energy. Guests include Brad Jones on the Mini Marsh call de...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Recorded live at Duck Days 2025, this episode features the Filthy Spoon crew chatting with special guests about upcoming duck and dove seasons, bookings, and local hunting properties. Sponsors and small businesses like Willow Creek Custom Calls, Duck Chugger, G&T Truck Repair, 818 Inspections, and SCI Sacramento are highligh...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon hosts a solo Filthy Spoon episode at Kittles Outdoors with guests Grayson and Reagan, highlighting sponsors and the upcoming Duck Days event. They cover a wild near-miss window incident, the custom Cerakote "rat-rod" shotgun and honky-tonkin' leather strap, gunsmithing work, and a lively discussion on sub-gauges, TSS shot an...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon hosts Scott Vix recording from Quail Point to talk sporting clay shooting, patterning a new left-handed 20-gauge Benelli, and practical tips on footwork, gun mount, and sighting that transfer directly to duck and dove hunts. They also discuss season predictions, local bird numbers, and upcoming events like Duck Days and the...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Jon interviews Brock Phillips and Fred Pitter of Western Plains Waterfowl about running a guide service out of Cherokee, Oklahoma, covering dry-field mallard hunts, geese, sandhill cranes, scouting, decoy spreads, and memorable band recoveries. They also discuss their lodge setup, booking approach, gear preferences, and stories...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Join Jon for a captivating episode of the Filthy Spoons podcast as he chats with Terry Denmon from Mojo Outdoors. Dive into the fascinating world of waterfowl hunting and innovations that revolutionize the experience. Discover the exciting new products from Mojo, including the much-anticipated Big Blade, and how it's set to chan...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Join Jon and Robert on an exciting episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast as they introduce their remarkable sponsors, bringing innovative hunting products to the table. Learn about Brad Jones from Willow Creek Custom Calls and his groundbreaking mini marsh duck call that's making waves in Oklahoma and soon in California at Duck Da...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Join Jon in this solo episode of the Filthy Spoon podcast as he dives into the latest updates and exciting news from the duck hunting world. With an exclusive focus on sponsors like Willow Creek Custom Calls and Duck Chugger, Jon highlights the innovative duck calls and the upcoming Duck Days event in Calusa, California. Meet Fr...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Welcome to the Filthy Spoon Podcast! In this bustling episode, Jon takes the lead solo, diving into exciting updates and announcements. He kicks off with shout-outs to their esteemed sponsors, including Willow Creek Custom Calls and Tule Creek Hunting Outfitters, who offer phenomenal hunting experiences and top-notch hunting gea...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Join us for a lively discussion on the Filthy Spoon Podcast as we broadcast live from Oklahoma City. Co-hosts John and Ivan explore the local hunting scene, sharing insights and stories with special guests like Tyler Bassfield from Duck Creek Decoy Works. Dive into sponsor shoutouts, humorous anecdotes, and the camaraderie of fe...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Join us for an exciting episode of the Filthy Spoon podcast, live from the heart of Oklahoma City, at the Delta Expo - the ultimate waterfowl gathering. We navigate through the bustling scene, highlighting key exhibitors like Willow Creek Custom Calls. Prepare for intriguing conversations as we reconnect with old friends and mak...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Join host Jon on the Filthy Spoon Podcast during an exciting conversation with renowned duck hunter Ramsey Russell. Discover the latest ins and outs of duck hunting, to expert tips from seasoned hunters like Ramsey. With insights into the exotic world of international hunts, including a deep dive into adventures in Pakistan and...

Support The Filthy Spoon! https://buymeacoffee.com/filthyspoonpodcast Welcome to the latest episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast. In this engaging installment, Jon hosts the episode solo, introducing an exciting guest from the Monterey Ducks Unlimited chapter, Sehra Evans. This episode is packed with insight as Sehra shares her passion for hunting and dives into the details of their upcoming Ducks...