The Fowl Life

No matter where you live in the U.S., there’s a bounty outside your doorstep. From dandelions to Pheasantbacks, side dishes grow under your feet in every state. TFL’s fun-gi Joel Kleefisch and Award Winning Provider Chef Ellie Lawton break down foraging into simple, easy ways to make sure there are delicious sides from the field on your table. There won’t be mush-room on your plate. Check it out!...

Chad and Tom are back at it! They're tackling the big issues, asking the right questions, and getting to the bottom of what’s happening in the world of business. From global tariffs and China’s shifting role in production, to the future of jobs and where work is headed next, this one is interesting from start to finish. Tom opens up about what he looks for when hiring, and it’s probably not what y...

There’s a reason Benelli sits at the very top of the game. When it comes to innovation, performance, and undeniable dependability, they continue to raise the bar year after year, and they’re not slowing down! In this episode, Chad is joined by Bret Maffett, Senior Project Manager at Benelli USA. Bret is one of the key minds behind the scenes, helping shape the products we trust, use, and talk abou...

Ain’t nothin fishy about this super quick and easy recipe to take fish from pond to plate. Fowl Life Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch, culinary master Chef Ellie Lawton and TFL contributor Megan Salazar literally catch fish and have it on the dinner table within an hour, and so can you. This short format Eat Wild edition shows you how Provider seasonings take the guesswork out of delivering 5 star fish...

The game’s changing, and not everyone’s thrilled about it. In this episode, Chad sits down with Fred Zink for a no-holds-barred conversation about where waterfowl hunting is headed. From the pressure outfitters are putting on birds, to the flood of American hunters crossing into Canada, to public land restrictions and the role of social media — it’s all on the table. Has all of it made Fred lose s...

We’re back with Part 3 of our conversation with Rick Scheen of PECOS Outdoor, and it’s another deep dive into what it really takes to build something from nothing. In a time when a lot of companies are facing uncertainty, PECOS is staying true to its roots — Made in America, built to last, and proud of it. And the truth is, American-made gear is standing strong. Chad and Rick talk through the real...

You will be the hit of the party or your family’s dinner table with this fool proof easy recipe for and game or store-purchased meat. Host Joel Kleefisch and award-winning Provider Certified Chef Ellie Lawton break down the recipe everyone asks about. Look, if they can take wild mountain goat from the Emerald Isle and turn it into a delicacy, anyone can make their wild game delicious. It’s versati...

What if the brand you grab off the shelf for a quick protein fix had a story way deeper than you thought? In this episode, Chad sits down with Hunter Qualls of Jack Link’s to explore the surprising heart behind the company: small-town roots, real American values, and a mission that goes far beyond snacks. Chad and Hunter get into the type of people behind Jack Link’s, like Troy Link, a man who’s b...

Chad sits down with Brad Arington and Lee Howard of Mossy Pond Retrievers, the powerhouse kennel that’s taken home the SRS Crown Championship two years running! The team at Mossy Pond go way beyond dog training. They are true hunting partner matchmakers, breeding strategists, and top-tier competitors at the highest level of the game. From the science behind elite breeding to the subtle art of know...

Travel the globe with The Fowl Life Provider Series Eat Wild Edition. Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and Provider’s award-winning Chef Ellie Lawton hunt and eat on the Emerald Isle. Irish waterfowler and big game guide James Fallon lets us in on a simple traditional Irish family recipe anyone can make with any wild game and the Provider lineup. And the crew touches on how to make even a wild goat abu...

Buckle up! Tony Vandemore is back on the mic with Chad for another waterfowl deep dive you won’t want to miss! From early teal to late-season birds, the guys break down what made last season great and what’s coming next. Listen in for the inside knowledge you need to keep your edge sharp. Here where the birds were flying, which guns they’re reaching for, how the migration is shifting, and why stay...

If you’re in it for the meat, the memories, and maybe a little mayhem, this one’s for you. Chad’s sharing the fire with Bone Collector’s own Nick Mundt and Canadian outfitter John Prosak in an episode that hits deep and hunts hard. Nick opens up about life on the road 300 days a year and how chasing big game never gets old, even after decades in the grind. From his early days behind the camera to...

Haggis, you say, “Not a chance!” Well, not so fast. Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and award-winning certified Provider Chef Ellie Lawton break out the camo kilts with a wild game version of the traditional Scottish dish, Haggis. And no joke, this recipe is outstanding! Ride along with the crew on another short-format series that will certainly put you on the cultural leaderboard for culinary creativ...

Today’s episode is all about some of the best tools in the game, Mojo decoys! Chad sits down with the one and only, Terry Denmon, the man who lit the fuse on a hunting revolution with MOJO Outdoors. From building his very first invention to launching a movement that turns ducks inside out from Canada to Arkansas, Terry breaks it all down. The grit, the grind, and the gear that changed the game for...

The Fowl Life crew hits the ground running—or tiptoeing—through the Florida woods, chasing the elusive Osceola turkey. In this episode, Chad shares his story of hunting with the Jack Link’s Outdoors crew in Florida, an outdoorsman's dream with its abundant fishing and hunting opportunities. Florida is the only state in the country where Osceola turkeys reside—one of the many reasons the state is s...

In this Fowl Life Podcast, Provider Series - Eat Wild Edition, Host Joel Kleefisch and award-winning Provider Chef Ellie Lawton cross culinary cultures with Wild Turkey Provider Birria Tacos. Joel gives up his foolproof method for cooking any protein and using it for any dish. Chef Lawton shows you how the latest, greatest version of the Mexican classic taco can be taken to new heights. This episo...

Travis "T-Bone" Turner, archery nut, Bone Collector, and all-around outstanding outdoorsman, is in the building. Chad and Travis dive into everything from the depth of hunting, how it’s so much more than just pulling a trigger. It’s about connecting with the wild, understanding the wind, the animals we chase, and yourself. They get into everything from talk bow setups and evolving techniques, and...

In this Fowl Life Podcast: Provider Series - Eat Wild Edition, Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and award-winning certified Chef Ellie Lawton drag fellow hunter Megan Salazar into the flock with a Filipino recipe for braised wild turkey tail. Learn a quick easy recipe for your gobbler that will blow your guests away! This episode is brought to you by The Provider Culinary, Travel Wisconsin, ZLINE, Oakl...

If you’ve ever wondered what the right way is to store your firearms and protect everything else that matters most, this is your episode. Chad is joined again by Tom Kubiniec from SecureIt, the industry leader that’s changed the script on firearm storage. They’re building systems that are smarter, safer, and way more affordable than the old-school vaults collecting dust in your garage. How has fir...

In this episode of The Fowl Life Podcast Provider Series: Eat Wild Edition Midwest, host Joel Kleefisch and award-winning Provider Chef Ellie Lawton get serious about turkey. That thunder chicken is down...Now what? They share easy tips and recipes that turn your bird into a knockout feast, guaranteed to leave your friends and family begging for seconds. If you’re tired of the same old dry turkey...

Chad is back with Carson and Jeff from CWA, for part 2 of the conversation you won't want to miss. The guys shift gears from the blinds and boats to the cutting boards and cleaning tables. Chad and the crew talk through what happens after the hunt—processing birds, following the law, and doing right by the resource. Is there a perfect way to clean a duck? Maybe not. But doing it with respect and p...

We ain’t sugarcoatin’ it—waterfowl hunting ain’t easy to get into. The gear, the regs, the access, the learning curve... it’s enough to turn folks away before they ever get a decoy wet. But in this episode, we sit down with the badasses from California Waterfowl Association who are making darn sure the tradition doesn’t die on our watch. From youth camps to veteran hunts, college outreach to first...

Transform your wild game, game! The Fowl Life Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and Provider award-winning Chef, French Culinarian, Ellie Lawton break down why sauces can be bosses for your wild game feast or fiesta! Joel and Chef Ellie show you quick, easy steps to turn any meal up a click. Learn how to Finish What You Started with our ongoing short format series the Fowl Life Podcast, Provider Series,...

In this episode, Chad sits down with Jeff Tarsi of Nutrien Ag Solutions to explore the connection between sustainable agriculture and wildlife conservation. Jeff talks about his passion for turkey hunting and his dream of spending every day of his retirement in pursuit of gobblers. They discuss how farmers are the OG conservationists, working tirelessly to leave the land better than they found it....

In this episode of The Fowl Life Podcast Provider Series Eat Wild Edition, Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and Provider Chef Ellie Lawton Break down an American Classic with a twist. Provider Right Wing Stuffed Meatloaf. It’s an easy, fast way to use any ground wild game or beef. We hope you enjoy! This episode is brought to you by The Provider culinary, Travel Wisconsin, Oakley sunglasses and Banded...