The Big Honker Podcast

The Big Honker Podcast

The Big Honker Podcast is your ultimate authority on all things waterfowl hunting!! The show's hosts are Jeff Stanfield, owner of Stanfield Hunting Outfitters and Andy Shaver, head guide at Stanfield Hunting Outfitters. You will not find a duo more knowledgeable about the hunting industry than these two! Join them as they give you an all access pass into what most hunters dream about, which is to hunt for a living! Not only will they be giving you a peek behind the curtain on what its like to run one of North America's largest outfitters but each episode will be filled with discussions on topics such as scouting, decoy spreads, migration and hatch reports, product reviews, retriever training, calling tips and techniques, as well as tactics they use everyday to make each hunt a success... Couple that with the occasional tall tale from past hunts and special guests interviews from waterfowl industry leaders this show will be a fun ride and a must listen for everyone from the most hardcore hunter to the hunter that only hits the field twice a year.

Episodes

July 15, 2025 16 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, a hidden “key” unlocks a forgotten language, a man is gunned down outside of his Miami mansion, and a painting superstar is born.


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Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Aaron Moore, retired Force Recon Marine and author of the new apocalyptic novel Fractured States. The story imagines an EMP strike that collapses the U.S. power grid, forcing a former Marine to fight his way home from the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. 


Aaron shares what inspired his leap into writing after 22 years in the Marine Corps, how his deployments shaped the realism in his storytel...

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July 14, 2025 18 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Yesterday in history, one of the greatest franchise owner passes away, the star behind “Indiana Jones” is born, and the headwaters to a great American river is discovered.


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July 11, 2025 19 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, the course of World War II is almost altered, a fashion icon is born, and a ‘Shining’ star passes away.


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In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.


This episode, Andy tells the story of the Monopoly game and advancements in AI, while Jeff shares how one new dish changed Europe's perspective of tomatoes.


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July 10, 2025 11 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, a town bully loses his life to an angry mob where no one saw a thing, on of the top college coaches is born, and a record setting heat wave hits America in 1936.


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July 10, 2025 129 mins

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Erin Nimetz, a high school forensics teacher from Iowa Park, Texas, who’s keeping students engaged with one of the most unique classes in the school. 


From blood splatter analysis and body decomposition to court case reviews and the class favorite “Serial Killer Friday”, Erin brings real-world intrigue into the classroom. 


They discuss the value of non-traditional courses in modern...

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July 9, 2025 13 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, the Supreme Court makes a pivotal decision in Oklahoma, a singer/actress known for her partying is born, and the man that changed shaving passes away.


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July 8, 2025 10 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, a visionary is arrested in Saint-Martin, an infamous Madam passes away, and the woman who gave Jeff life is born.


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July 7, 2025 15 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, the first member of Congress is impeached, life in Auschwitz takes a turn for the worse, the oldest rookie to play in the MLB and debatably the greatest pitcher ever is born, and a Harlem gangster passes away. 


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July 7, 2025 67 mins

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Dr. Mike Brasher, Senior Waterfowl Scientist for Ducks Unlimited, for an in-depth conversation on the state of North America’s waterfowl. 


Mike shares insights from a recent Canada goose banding project, breaks down the latest report on declining bird populations in the U.S., and explains how changes in migration patterns and duck genetics are shaping the future of waterfowl managemen...

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July 4, 2025 13 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, a super power is born, and 4 former Presidents have passed away on this day.


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July 3, 2025 17 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, the bloodiest battle of the Civil War comes to an end, a blockbuster powerhouse is born, and the Sheriff of Mayberry passes away.


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July 3, 2025 135 mins

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by full-time waterfowl and fishing guide Conner Gough for a deep dive into the life of a professional outdoorsman. 


Conner shares how he stays sharp through the long seasons, the changes he’s witnessed in coastal fishing over the years, and why turkey hunting continues to hold a special mystique. With health being at the forefront of Conner’s mindset the guys also touch on some eye-openi...

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July 2, 2025 12 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, a monumental Supreme Court justice is born, the creator of The Godfather passes away, and a super store opens its doors in America.


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July 1, 2025 17 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, movies get a brand new rating system, the postal service introduces a new way of sorting packages, a princess is born, and the man behind the “Little Joe” character passes away.


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Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ronnie Phillips and Alex Diecidue of Heartland Waterfowl, fresh off the premiere of their 13th season on the Sportsman Channel. 


The crew looks back on some of their favorite hunts across the U.S. and Canada, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories from filming the show. Ronnie shares how Heartland Waterfowl got its start, they recount some unexpected challenges at the Canadian borde...

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June 30, 2025 12 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, one of boxings greatest champions is born, a major Hollywood production company changes hands, and a comedian that overcame Bell’s palsy passes away.


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June 30, 2025 78 mins

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by one of the most recognizable personalities in professional bass fishing, Matt Robertson. 


The guys talk about Matt’s tough stretch on the water leading into the summer break, the realities of life on the road—including some questionable motel experiences—and dive into the strange legend of the “blue people” of the Appalachian Mountains. Matt also shares his love for Key West, and the ...

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June 27, 2025 15 mins

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.


Today in history, a major piece of Americana is decommissioned, a spoiler candidate is born, and one of the greatest actors of a generation passes away.


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