The Big Honker Podcast

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Dr. Mike Brasher, Senior Waterfowl Scientist for Ducks Unlimited, for an in-depth look at the current state of waterfowl across North America.They break down how conditions in the Prairie Pothole Region are shaping up as ducks and geese head into the breeding season, and what it could mean for the upcoming duck hunting season. The conversation also touches on the return of Black-bellied Whistling Ducks to Knox City, including one compelling theory behind their growing success in the region.The guys also explore the potential impact of expanding data centers on traditional waterfowl migration patterns and wintering habitats, raising questions about how shifting land use could affect ducks and geese in the years ahead.To wrap it up, Dr. Brasher dives into the hot topic of flooded corn and duck hunting, explaining why it may not be the only factor influencing waterfowl behavior.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Christian Zeron of Theo & Harris, a vintage watch expert who’s recently found himself diving headfirst into the hunting and outdoor lifestyle.Growing up around New York City, Christian wasn’t raised around hunting or the outdoors. But after discovering it later in life, he hasn’t looked back—embracing every new opportunity with energy and curiosity as he builds a deeper connection to the outdoor world.The guys cover a wide range of topics including the current vintage watch market, what’s driving value in luxury timepieces, and the buzz around Rolex potentially discontinuing the iconic “Pepsi” GMT. Christian also shares insights on which watches hold value best, along with stories from his first duck hunt, and how stepping into hunting has reshaped his perspective.They wrap it up with a conversation on why the pull toward the outdoors might be something ingrained in all of us—and how Christian plans to grow his newfound passion for hunting, duck hunting, and the outdoor lifestyle.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Corey Lucas, owner of Cedar Run Decoys, to unveil two new decoy lines set to launch this summer. Corey pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes work it takes to bring a product to market, from concept to final production.The conversation also shifts beyond the blind, as the guys talk about Corey’s Bible study group and the importance of men having spaces to connect with peers and mentors. They dive into building a lasting legacy, passing values down to the next generation, and what it means to run a business that truly stands behind the “Made in the USA” label.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tony Stanfield for another round of conspiracy talk, where nothing is off limits and everything gets questioned.The guys dig into reports of more than a dozen missing nuclear scientists, the spread and impact of the Lone Star tick, political redistricting in Virginia, and the ongoing conflict in Iraq.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Gary Joe Koetter and Andrew Lindemann, the duo behind the wildly popular Instagram page tracking all the ways Gary Joe manages to get fired up throughout the day—now closing in on a quarter million followers.The guys share more stories from Gary Joe’s glory days, dive into the latest farm-related mishaps and meltdowns, and, in a shocking turn of events, Andrew may have brokered a peace deal between Gary Joe and one of his longtime arch enemies.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.In this episode, Jeff dives into the surprising amount of money being spent on personal grooming, and Andy shares the wild story of how KFC once found itself in a legal battle involving Colonel Sanders.This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tommy McGee, who built a successful electrical business in the Houston, Texas area. Tommy shares the story of a near-death experience early in life and how it shaped the man he became.The conversation also looks back on growing up in the 1980s, lessons learned along the way, and Tommy breaks down just how much electricity modern data centers actually consume—and what that could mean moving forward.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ben Commodore of Cloud 9 Outfitters in Alberta. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including discussions around Alberta’s political climate and the idea of separation, as well as Ben’s perspective from living and working north of the border.They also break down the exceptional waterfowl season Ben experienced, including the impact of a warm, dry winter that kept large numbers of birds in Canada, the noticeable boom in specklebelly geese, and the increasing challenges surrounding visas for American waterfowl guides looking to work in Canada.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Zac Lujano from Kansas, who put together a solid duck season in the heart of the Central Flyway.They break down how waterfowl hunting in Kansas has changed over the years, the growing pressure from out-of-state hunters, and what continues to make Kansas a true honey hole for ducks.This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Trevor Austin and Alex Yerges from Pacific Calls as they gear up for their 3rd annual Turkey Rodeo. The guys break down what to expect from this year’s event, including new additions and changes aimed at making it even more entertaining around the shop.They also talk turkey numbers in the Pacific Northwest, reflect on a challenging waterfowl season, and share their perspectives on recent regulation changes affecting American freelance waterfowl hunters heading into Canada.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Riley Hicks from Delaware, who—unlike many others featured in this series—actually had a solid waterfowl season. Riley breaks down what made the difference for him in Delaware.The guys dive into brant hunting along the Delaware coast, the brutally early wake-up calls required to be on the X, and the key windows that make or break a hunt in that region. Riley also shares some of the wild and unpredictable experiences he’s had hunting out on the ocean.This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by one of the most well-known names in sea duck hunting, Jeff Coats of Pit Boss Waterfowl. Jeff breaks down his season chasing sea ducks along the Atlantic, including the highs, the challenges, and some of the unusual birds that mixed in with the typical species he sees each year.The conversation also dives into the craft of hand carving decoys, and an epic waterfowl road trip he made through Canada last October that he plans to run back this year.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.In this episode, Jeff discusses the history of modern household appliances while Andy shares a New England folklore legend of The Leather Man.This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.