The Fowl Life
As Chad chases the waterfowl migration, each new episode, brings you a behind-the-scenes experience at different Duck Hunting Camps across the U.S. Here you’ll get to hear from industry leaders, expert waterfowl hunters, professional athletes and folks that are just as obsessed as you are about waterfowl hunting. You’ll find advice on choosing the right gear, learn new hunting strategies, duck calling techniques, how to prepare wild game and so much more. So, join the conversation and subscribe to the podcast so you’ll get future episodes downloaded directly to your computer, phone or tablet.
Episodes
September 12, 2025 • 70 mins
In Part Two of Chad’s sit-down with Chadd Santerre and Kevin Vella of California Waterfowl Association, the conversation dives even deeper into everything we care about as waterfowl hunters. From perfecting your calling and bucket-list birds to sharing tips, tricks, and taste when turning waterfowl into a hard-earned meal. It’s a celebration of what makes this lifestyle special.
But it's not just storytelling; Chadd and Kevin expla...
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September 9, 2025 • 60 mins
California Waterfowl Association just marked their 80th anniversary, and Chad sat down with Chadd Santerre and Kevin Vella to talk about what that really means for hunters and the future of waterfowl in the Golden State.
With orchards pushing into the valley and development at an all-time high, protecting ground for birds has never been tougher or more important. The guys break down how land is secured for good, why it matters to e...
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September 6, 2025 • 79 mins
Chad sits down with Mason Watkins from ZLINE Kitchen and Bath for a conversation that connects the field to the kitchen. Bringing wild game home is only half the story! The other half is how you cook it, and that’s where ZLINE makes all the difference.
We are all about performance, pride, and giving your harvest the finish it deserves at The Fowl Life. ZLINE delivers pro-level appliances that belong in real kitchens, for real cooks...
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September 2, 2025 • 14 mins
You don’t have to be a sommelier to have an awesome waterfowl dinner with the perfect drink on the side, but it never hurts to have one on standby. Sommelier Megan Salazar and award-winning Fowl Life Chef Ellie Lawton Join Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch in this week’s edition of The Fowl Life Podcast, Provider Series Eat Wild Edition. Megan and Chef Lawton break down cocktails, wine, beer, and alcohol free options to take your game fe...
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August 29, 2025 • 33 mins
We’re back with Part Three of the Triple S Hot Seat with Rob from Sierra Strength and Speed! This one’s stacked with the questions hunters and athletes everywhere want answered.
How often should you really work your shoulders? How long does a workout have to be to actually matter? And the big one: how do you finally burn belly fat? Rob breaks down the myths and delivers the truth about intermittent fasting, protein intake, red meat...
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August 26, 2025 • 85 mins
In this episode, Chad sits down with his good friend and country music artist Drake White for an honest, powerful, and deeply inspiring conversation. Drake has a documentary coming out in a couple of weeks on his incredible and inspiring journey.
He opens up about the life-changing stroke that nearly ended everything for him. Paralyzed and facing an uphill battle, he leaned on grit, faith, determination, and an unwavering love of t...
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August 22, 2025 • 28 mins
In part two of the Triple S Hot Seat, Chad sits down again with trainer and good friend Rob from Sierra Strength and Speed to talk about the simple changes duck hunters can make right now to improve their game.
From the way you move, to how you fuel, to how you recover. Rob lays out why taking care of your body is just as important as taking care of your calls, your dog, or your shotgun. This is about sharpening your edge, staying ...
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August 18, 2025 • 17 mins
If you’re a wild game Provider, you can’t miss this Eat Wild edition! How to make sure your wild game is perfect for the table, even when it makes a pit stop in the freezer. TFL Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch, award-winning Provider Chef Ellie Lawton, and Professional Butcher Mike Kretschmer break down exactly how to make sure the birds you bag in the field are fresh as the day they’re harvested.
This episode is brought to you by The...
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August 15, 2025 • 20 mins
Waterfowl season doesn’t start in the blind...It starts in the gym, in the kitchen, and with the daily choices you make way before the first birds hit the decoys. In this special Fowl Life Podcast series, Chad Belding sits down with trainer and fitness guru Rob from Sierra Strength and Speed.
In part one of the Triple S Hot Seat, Rob lays out how small, intentional changes in your fitness and lifestyle can pay off big when it’s tim...
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August 12, 2025 • 70 mins
Chad sits down with Dan Compton, Global Product Line Director for Shotshell and Rimfire at Federal Premium Ammunition, and one of the gurus behind Federal Premium Black Cloud--The official ammunition of The Fowl Life Podcast, and trusted by serious bird hunters across the country.
Dan has spent decades perfecting shotshell performance, from pattern density and wad design to the cutting-edge technology that makes Black Cloud one of...
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August 8, 2025 • 14 mins
Rubs, spices, and sauces for summer drinks!? Level up your game with amazing, easy recipes for summer drinks with The Provider. Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch, Acclaimed Provider Chef Ellie Lawton, and foodie Megan Salazar dive into uncharted liquids in this short-format episode. Turn your drinks into the talk of the party. Buckle up, rim your glass, and get ready to spice up your splash in this edition of The Fowl Life Podcast, Provi...
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August 5, 2025 • 79 mins
In this episode, Chad sits down with Francis Hopping from Corning Ford, and they get into one thing we all care about...Trucks.
From engine packages to suspensions, towing setups to tech features, they break down what really matters when you’re buying your next rig and why Corning Ford is the #1 Super Duty dealer in the country. If you’ve ever wondered which truck fits your lifestyle, this one will help you dial it in. But it’s no...
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There is no better, easier summer slam dunk than kebabs on the grill. The Fowl Life’s Eat Wild Host Joel Kleefisch and acclaimed culinary master Chef Ellie Lawton take you from field to table with easy, no-fail kebab creations from hors d’oeuvres to dessert. These weekly short-format series will make you the Provider!
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July 28, 2025 • 67 mins
This episode takes a turn into new territory!
Chad sits down with Mason Watkins, Senior Director of Marketing with ZLINE Kitchen and Bath, to talk about the unspoken gear that brings your hunt full circle: your kitchen.
ZLINE is changing the way hunters and home chefs think about their space, offering professional-grade appliances at an attainable price. Whether you're cooking wild duck, backstrap, or a big weekend breakfast, you...
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July 25, 2025 • 57 mins
In part two of this two-part conversation, Chad continues the deep dive with Mark Hennelly of California Waterfowl Association, picking up where they left off with the questions every hunter has wondered.
They discuss the data on drakes vs. hens, and whether restricting hen harvest actually makes a difference in breeding success. And of course, they circle back to pintails, diving even deeper into why raising the limit is about mor...
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July 22, 2025 • 62 mins
In part one of this two-part conversation, Chad sits down with Mark Hennelly of California Waterfowl Association—one of the most knowledgeable voices in the country when it comes to waterfowl policy, conservation, and how hunting seasons actually get made.
Mark breaks down the science and strategy behind season dates, bag limits, hen restrictions, and why some states run longer seasons than others. You’ve probably heard that huntin...
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July 18, 2025 • 69 mins
Chad sits down with Austin Booth, the CEO of Banded Brands, for a conversation that digs into the grit behind leadership, hunting, raising a family, and running a company in today’s world.
Austin grew up in Arkansas and served his country as a Marine Corps lawyer. He spent time with the Arkansas Game & Fish, and now he’s running one of the most respected brands in the hunting industry. But his roots and passion are still in the dir...
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July 17, 2025 • 13 mins
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!
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July 15, 2025 • 67 mins
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 you think. Does college matter anym...
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July 10, 2025 • 80 mins
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 about every season. From early design t...
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