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Save it for the Blind Podcast
Welcome to the Save it for the Blind Podcast. Dive into the world of duck hunting, conservation, and legislation. Join us for insightful discussions on preserving both tradition and nature. Our podcast isn't complete without tackling the legislative side of things. Discover how local and national policies impact hunting seasons, bag limits, and wetland preservation. Interviews with experts and policymakers will shed light on the intricate balance between hunting traditions and the need for…
Episodes
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 69: Season Recap & Insights from the Field with Guides and Wildlife area Managers
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard are joined by duck hunting guides RJ Waldron, Casey Stafford, and Jason…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 68: From the Diamond to the Duck Blind: A Conversation with Hunter Strickland
Join hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard on this exciting episode of Save it for the Blind as they sit down with MLB pitcher and passionate outdoorsman Hunter…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 67: Golden Beaver distillery discussions with Kris Koenig & Mike Peeters
In this special episode, join hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard at the Golden Beaver Distillery in Chico, California, our hosts welcome back legendary guests…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 66: Matthew Cagle - President & Founder of Rig 'Em Right
Join hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard as they sit down with Matthew Cagle, the founder of Rig Em Right, in this insightful episode. They delve into the…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 65: Cooking Wild: A Culinary Journey with Scott Leysath, The Sporting Chef
In this flavorful episode of Save it for the Blind, Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard welcome Scott Leysath, also known as The Sporting Chef, to share his culinary…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 64 Mid-Season Waterfowl Recap: Storm Impacts, Guide Insights, and Draw Deadlines
In this exciting episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard dive into the heart of the waterfowl season with a mid-season recap…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 62: Ducks, DNA, and the Future of Conservation: A Conversation with Dr. Philip Lavretsky
In this captivating episode of Save it for the Blind, Jeff, Carson, and Brian Huber welcome Dr. Philip Lavretsky, a wildlife geneticist and seasoned duck…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 61: Behind the Blind: Insights from California's Wildlife Area Managers
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, Jeff and Carson are joined by three exceptional wildlife area managers from California: Scott Sewell of San Jacinto…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 60: Chasing Dreams and Waterfowl with Chad Belding
In this special episode of Save it for the Blind, Jeff and Carson welcome duck hunting legend Chad Belding to the blind. Known for The Fowl Life Podcast…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 59: Live Q&A with Mike Kellogg
In this special episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson sit down with Mike Kellogg, the California Waterfowl Veteran Hunt Coordinator, for a…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 58 Insights and Mentorship with Holly Heyser: Breaking Down Hunter & Harvest Stats for 2023-2024
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson sit down with the knowledgeable and passionate Holly Heyser—writer, hunter, and mentor—to dive…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 57 Preserving the Wild: A Conversation with Taxidermist Gary McDaniel
On today’s episode of Save it for the Blind, Jeff and Carson sit down with master taxidermist Gary McDaniel, the proud founder of McDaniel & Son's Wildlife…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 56 Back in Action with Colton McKivitz – 49ers, 2024 Duck Season, and My Cause My Cleats
In this exciting episode, Jeff and Carson sit down once again with the one and only Colton McKivitz, right tackle for the San Francisco 49ers. Catching up…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 55 Guiding Legends: Insights from Roc Merlo and Ryley Haugh of Merlo Waterfowl Co
In this exciting episode of the Save It For The Blind podcast, hosts Jeff and Carson welcome duck hunting legends Roc Merlo and Ryley Haugh from Merlo…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 54: Diving into Waterfowl Biology: Habitat Conservation with Luke Matthews & Jason Coslovich
On this episode of Save it for the Blind, our hosts Jeff and Carson sit down with Luke Matthews, Nesting Bird Habitat Incentive Program Coordinator for CDFW…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 53: New Innovations & Conservation Conversations with Federal Premium
In this insightful episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson welcome Federal Premium's Brian Kelvington and Adam Moser. Tune in as they reveal…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 52 Benelli Unleashed: The Latest Shotgun Innovations for Waterfowlers & why the SBE is the best.
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, we sit down with Benelli influencer and shotgun specialist Seth Dortch to dive deep into this year’s shotgun…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 51 From the Blind to the Trail: Rue Mapp on Outdoor Afro’s Role in Hunting, Heritage, and Nature
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rue Mapp, founder of Outdoor Afro and life member of CWA, as she shares her remarkable journey in the world of…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 50: 2024-2025 Hunt Season Outlook: Live Q&A, CWA Properties Updates, Predictions & New Duck Report Show.
Get ready for the 2024-2025 duck season as we break down everything you need to know! We’ll cover the latest hunting regulations, what to expect on CWA…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 49: 2024 Gear Guide Unleashed: CWA Hosts Put the Latest Gear to the Test & you can get it for free!
In this episode you will hear all about Jeff & Carson's thoughts on many brand new hunting gear available for the 2024 season. We also are giving away nearly…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 48: Building the Perfect Hunting Partner: Bird Dog Training Tips and Common Pitfalls with Brendan Hinkle
In this episode of "Save it for the Blind" by California Waterfowl, we sit down with professional dog trainer Brendan Hinkle from B & B Dog Training, a…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 47: On location - From First Camp to Future Hunts: Inspiring the Next Generation with camp guests & more
In this episode, which is a special on location edition, we sit down with a father and son attending their first outdoor camp and a dedicated Hunter Education…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 46: Passing the Torch: California Waterfowl's President on Successes, Threats & the Future For CWA
In this episode of "Save it for the Blind," we delve into the legacy of California Waterfowl's outgoing President in "Passing the Torch: California Waterfowl's…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 45: From the Field to the Blind: Will Primos on Duck Calls, Hunting, Heritage, and Filming True Hunts
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, we’re honored to have Will Primos, the founder of Primos Hunting, as our guest. Will shares his journey from a…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 44: Mastering the Call: 2024 California State Duck Calling Competition & Outdoor Expo at Kittle's Outdoor
Join us for an in-depth look at the 2024 California State Duck Calling Competition and Outdoor Expo, happening on August 24–25 at Kittle's Outdoor in Colusa…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 43: Tetra Hearing with Lucas Mashtare
In this episode of the Save it for the Blind podcast, our hosts sit down with Lucas Mashtare, VP of Marketing and Communications for TETRA HEARING. Join us as…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 42: Behind the Badge: Game Wardens & Hunting Regulations Explained. Shotgun regs, ammo limits & more.
In part 2 of this episode, we dive into some additional viewer questions and best practices surrounding hunting regulations and enforcement: We will discuss…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 41: Your Questions Answered: The Duties of a Game Warden with CDFW Lt. Sean Kenady & Officer Tyson Hulse
In the first two part series of Save it for the Blind podcast brought to you by TETRA Hearing, titled "Your Questions Answered: The Duties of a Game Warden,"…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 40: Wildlife Wonders: Banding, Wood Ducks, and Rocket Netting with Brian Huber and Jason Coslovich
In this new episode, we dive into the world of bird conservation efforts with waterfowl biologists Brian Huber and Jason Cosvlovich. We explore the recent…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 39: Crafting Heritage: The Art of Wooden Decoys with Rick Banko & Jim Burcio
In this episode of the Save It For The Blind podcast, hosts Jeff and Carson are joined by two esteemed guests from the Pacific Flyway Decoy Association: Rick…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 38: Protecting the Grasslands with Ellen Wehr & Ric Ortega
In this captivating episode of the Save it for the Blind podcast, hosts Jeff and Carson sit down with three influential guests to explore the vital role of…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 37: Wingshooting, Birds Dogs & more with Anna V
Join hosts Jeff, Carson, and Brad as they welcome Anna V, a true Southern gem hailing from small-town Georgia, to the Save it for the Blind podcast. In this…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 36: Turning the Tables: Jeff and Carson's Hunting Journey
In this special episode of Save it for the Blind, our dynamic hosts Jeff and Carson take a break from their usual role of question-askers to become the…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 35: Protecting Wildlife: A Conversation with California State Game Warden Captain Shawn Olague
Join Jeff and Carson on this episode of Save it for the Blind Podcast as they delve into the world of wildlife conservation and enforcement with a special…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 34: Navigating the California Draw: Insights from expert, J.R. Young
Join Jeff and Carson on this riveting episode of Save it for the Blind as they delve into the world of California big game hunting with special guest, J.R…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 33: Exploring the World Through Hunting: A Conversation with Ramsey Russell
Join Jeff, Carson, and Scott on a thrilling episode of Save it for the Blind as they welcome the legendary hunting guide Ramsey Russell from GETDUCKS.com to…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 32: Hunting, Filming, and Conservation with Kristy Titus
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson are joined by the renowned Internet personality and hunting influencer, Kristy Titus. Together…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 31: From the Gridiron to the Great Outdoors: A Conversation with Cam Smith
On this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson are joined by an eclectic mix of guests, each bringing their unique perspectives to the table…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 30: Conserving the Skies- Inside California Waterfowl's Wood Duck Program
Join hosts Jeff and Carson on this episode of Save it for the Blind as they delve into the fascinating world of wood ducks and conservation efforts with two…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 29: From Skeptic to Hunter with Brad Isbell
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson invite Brad Isbell, the Marketing Director for California Waterfowl, and Elijah Kay, a…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 28: Season recap and highlights with Casey Stafford and Jason Adversalo
Join hosts Jeff and Carson as they welcome back the hunting-guide legends, Casey Stafford from CICC Outdoor Adventures and Jason Adversalo from Fowl Pursuer…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 27 : Positive Developments in the Klamath Basin: Insights from US Fish and Wildlife Biologists and CWA Task Force
In the latest episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson delve into the remarkable turnaround of the Klamath Basin's water situation. After…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 26 : Waterfowl Hunting in New Zealand with Geoff Hay
On this captivating episode of Save it for the Blind, our hosts Jeff and Carson embark on an international adventure as they sit down with New Zealand native…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 25 : Turkey Talk with Kevin Vella & Dan Skalos
Join host Carson in this exciting episode of Save it for the Blind as he delves into the fascinating world of turkey hunting with two esteemed guests: Kevin…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 24 : Pintail regulations, bag limits and all about the Tule Goose with Dan Yparraguirre retired CDFW Biologist.
Join hosts Jeff and Carson on a captivating journey into the world of duck hunting regulations as they welcome two esteemed guests to Save it for the Blind…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 23 : Terry Denmon with Mojo Outdoors
Join hosts Carson and Scott on a riveting episode of Save it for the Blind as they welcome Terry Denmon, the visionary behind Mojo Outdoors, the foremost…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 22 : Lundberg farms and CWA Egg salvage
Join host Jeff on this enlightening episode of Save it for the Blind as he delves into the world of conservation and sustainable agriculture. Jeff sits down…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 21 : Custom Gunsmithing and Shotgun Practices with Rob Roberts
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson embark on a captivating journey into the world of precision craftsmanship with none other than…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 20 : GPS Backpacks, flight patterns & history of tracking with Mike Casazza
Join hosts Jeff and Carson on a riveting episode of Save it for the Blind Podcast as they delve into the fascinating world of tracking waterfowl with special…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 19 : Easements with Kevin and Jake
Join hosts Jeff and Carson on a riveting episode of Save it for the Blind as they delve into the intricate world of California waterfowl conservation. In this…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 18 : Scott White with Klamath Drainage District & discussions of replumbing the basin
In this compelling episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson welcome two distinguished guests, Scott White from the Klamath Drainage District…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 17 : Bill Daniels - Founder of Riceland Custom Calls
Join hosts Jeff and Carson on this episode of Save it for the Blind as they sit down with the legendary Bill Daniels, founder of Riceland Custom Calls. Dive…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 16 : Jen O'Hara - Founder of Girls with Guns clothing
In this captivating episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff, Carson, and Brad dive into the fascinating world of outdoor advocacy and hunting with a…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 15 : Best Game recipes and hunting in Southern California
Join hosts Jeff, Carson, and Scott on another exciting episode of Save it for the Blind as they embark on a flavorful adventure with Southern California Wild…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 14 : College Camp & Surviving a hunting accident
In this riveting episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff and Carson are joined by special guests Jake Messerli, Chief Operating Officer, and Kevin Vella…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 13 : Golden Beaver + Veteran Hunt Program - Proper Whiskey Tasting
Life on the high seas, incredible oceanic storms, a machete at the throat of this veteran, avid duck hunter and distillery owner @goldenbeaverdistillery. On…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 12 : Hunting stories and Development at CWA
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, your host Carson sits down with two extraordinary guests who bring a unique blend of expertise and passion to the…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 11 : Wetland Development
In this episode of Save it for the Blind, your host Jeff Smith delves deep into the world of wetland conservation with two esteemed guests, Jake Messerli- (CWA…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 10 : FUNdraising and fun hunting stories with CWA Fundraising team
Join us in the latest episode of Save it for the Blind, where we dive deep into the heart of fundraising with the passionate team behind the scenes at the CWA…
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 9 : Egg Salvage, Delayed Wheat and other Conservation efforts of 2023
In this highly anticipated episode of Save it for the Blind, your host Carson reunites with Brian Huber and Jason Caslovich for an insightful and engaging…