Podcasts by Its Federal Season

Episode No. 42 - Late Season Ducks from 2022-12-08T00:01

MeatEater’s Janis Putelis guest hosts this episode with his waterfowl mentor Sean Weaver.  The duo discusses the best tactics and locations to take advantage of late season duck and goose huntin...

Episode No. 41 - Elk Ecstasy from 2022-11-10T00:01

MeatEater’s Janis Putelis guest hosts this episode for an in-depth conversation with Jason Phelps on elk hunting for the do-it-yourself hunter.  Phelps, an enthusiast who grew up and lives in el...

Episode No. 40 - Protection from Poachers from 2022-10-13T00:01

Every day, endangered species like Africa’s rhinos are under threat from illegal hunting. Facing perils alongside the wildlife are local rangers whose exhaustive work helps thwart poachers. Gues...

Episode No. 39 - Landing Gear Down from 2022-09-15T00:01

Guest host Chad Belding meets with Drew Keeth, CEO of Honey Brake Lodge, one of North America’s premier waterfowl destinations. They discuss what to look for when selecting a lodge for your next...

Episode No. 38 - Constructing A Retriever from 2022-08-11T00:00

Guest host Chad Belding meets with Mossy Pond Retriever’s owner and trainer Brad Arington to discuss retriever breed selection, tendencies and characteristics, as well as training methods for ge...

Episode No. 37 - Empower Yourself from 2022-07-14T00:01

Champion shooter Julie Golob hosts Craig Douglas of Shivworks for a discussion on self-defense mindset and mechanics. In the Tech Talk segment, Mike Holm, Federal’s Product Director for handgun ...

Episode No. 36 - Centennial Celebration from 2022-06-16T00:01

Guest host and Duluth Pack CEO Tom Sega sits down with Federal President Jason Vanderbrink and V.P. of Marketing Jason Nash to talk about Federal’s first 100 years. They discuss the people who b...

Episode No. 35 - Focused on Accuracy from 2022-06-02T00:01

Guest host Julie Golob and competitive shooter Krystal Dunn discuss the age old question: How do you balance speed and accuracy in competition? Dunn reveals how she got her start in matches and ...

Episode No. 34 - Golden Moments from 2022-05-05T00:02

Guest host Julie Golob, a world champion shooter, connects with Olympic champion Amber English. These two accomplished shooters talk about Amber’s experience in Tokyo, getting started in shootin...

Episode No. 33 - Gun Talk with Hickok45 from 2022-04-21T00:01

The “It’s Federal Season” podcast is back with guest host Julie Golob and Hickok45. They discuss a day in the life of the YouTube legend, how he started making his videos, and his favorite cartr...

Episode No. 32 - Talkin’ Turkey from 2022-04-07T00:01

Guest host and world champion shooter Julie Golob talks turkey with Realtree’s Tyler Jordan, a self-described fanatic. The duo talks concealment, tactics and favorite states to hunt. Federal’s S...

Episode No. 31 - A Firearms History Lesson from 2022-03-17T00:01

On this episode of the “It’s Federal Season” podcast, guest host and world champion shooter Julie Golob talks firearms history with The Gun Code’s Ashley Hlebinsky.

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Episode No. 30 - Writing For An Icon from 2022-01-18T00:01

Guns & Ammo contributor and Los Angeles Police Officer Jeremy Stafford joins the podcast to talk about the iconic publication, his start in the business, and his experience with the new 30 S...

Episode No. 29 - What’s In A Bird Dog from 2021-12-23T00:01

Tom Dokken joins us for this episode of the “It’s Federal Season” podcast. The 40-year veteran of dog training details his experiences, gives insights on specific breeds and shares his philosoph...

Episode No. 28 - The Buckmaster from 2021-11-17T09:48:07

For more than three decades, Jackie Bushman has been entertaining television audiences with his popular series “Buckmasters.” Join us for this discussion on the show’s origin, his favorite hunti...

Episode No. 27 - 3-Timer from 2021-10-20T08:14:02

Federal ambassador Vincent Hancock made history in Tokyo by winning his third Gold Medal in the Men’s Skeet competition. The questions are, how did he do it, and was that his last Olympics? We r...

Episode No. 26 - Gone Fishin’ from 2021-09-23T00:01

She’s tiny but mighty and her day job is far from ordinary. Hannah Barron and her father, Jeff, join the podcast to talk about the catfish noodling phenomenon that has brought them fame. But the...

Episode No. 25 - Olympic Excellence from 2021-08-26T00:01

They went to Tokyo with the dreams of being Olympic medalists. Years of training and sacrifice all paid off as these USA Shooting members made their dreams a reality. Join this special episode o...

Episode No. 24 - It’s Never Too Late from 2021-08-12T00:01

Ava Flanell, Federal’s newest ambassador, has a great story of switching careers midstream. While the change came out of necessity and loyalty, her story is inspiring and her passion for teachin...

Episode No. 23 - Completely Immersed from 2021-07-15T00:01

Remi Warren just doesn’t talk about being an outdoorsman, he lives the lifestyle to its maximum!  His adventurous spirit at a young age motivated him to learn about hunting and conservation.  He...

Episode No. 22 - Shooting for Glory Part 2 from 2021-06-10T00:01

Check out the second installment of a two-part series with shooters seeking gold on the world’s biggest stage. USA Shooting women’s skeet team member Austen Smith and women’s trap team represent...

Episode No. 21 - Shooting for Glory Part 1 from 2021-05-20T00:01

Part one of a two-part series talking with shooters seeking gold on the world’s biggest stage. USA Shooting men’s trap team members Derrick Mein and Brian Burrows join the podcast to discuss the...

Episode No. 20 - Crushed It from 2021-04-15T00:01

TV’s power couple of Lee and Tiffany Lakosky, hosts of Outdoor Channel’s top-rated show, “Crush with Lee & Tiffany,” join “It’s Federal Season” to discuss how they got started as well as sha...

Episode No. 19 - Getting Packed Up from 2021-03-18T00:00

Two Minnesota mainstays connect on this episode to talk about their legendary businesses and products. Duluth Pack’s Tom Sega and Federal Ammunition’s President Jason Vanderbrink discuss the inc...

Episode No. 18 - Ammunition Shortages from 2021-02-18T01:06

It’s one of the hottest topics on consumers’ minds. Federal Ammunition President Jason Vanderbrink answers real shooters’ most frequently asked questions about ammunition availability in this in...

Episode No. 17 - Working for Hunters from 2021-01-21T01:00

Safari Club International has been protecting hunter rights in the U.S. and globally for the past 50 years. Ben Cassidy, SCI’s Director of Government Affairs, joins the podcast to discuss the or...

Episode No. 16 - Onward and Upland from 2020-12-17T00:00

With COVID altering the landscapes for many conservation organizations and how they operate, the silver lining is more hunters are out social distancing and the license sales are proof of the in...

Episode No. 15 - Getting Fit for the Hunt from 2020-11-05T03:00

CrossFit Games founder Dave Castro joins the “It’s Federal Season” podcast to talk fitness for life and for hunting and shooting.  The former Navy Seal says CrossFit is certain to improve your h...

Episode No. 14 - 2nd Amendment Battle from 2020-10-22T00:00

Colion Noir is a tireless advocate for the 2nd Amendment. On this episode, he passionately defends law-abiding citizens’ rights to own and responsibly use firearms guaranteed under the U.S. Cons...

Episode No. 13 - Mallard Mania from 2020-10-08T00:00

Chad Belding, host of “The Fowl Life,” is afflicted with mallard mania, a lifestyle he says isn’t for everyone. As long as there are seasons open along the many flyways in North America, he’s on...

Episode No. 12 - Going to be a Wild Ride from 2020-09-17T00:00

With a fiddle in his hand or a Federal bullet loaded in his rifle, Anoka, Minnesota’s own Nick Hoffman has been on a journey that has taken him around the globe.  Hear his amazing story that sta...

Episode No. 11 - One Trick at a Time from 2020-08-20T08:26

Is there a trick shot that 22plinkster can’t make?  Dave Nash, aka 22plinkster, is among the best when it comes to innovation and imagination when designing tricks with his 22 pistol or long rif...

Episode No. 10 - World’s Best from 2020-07-16T00:00

Many of us remember our firsts—first whitetail, first love or first car. Federal-sponsored competitive shooter Josh Froelich can top all of that. When he competed for the USA in his first IPSC S...

Episode No. 9 - MeatEater Magic from 2020-06-18T00:00

The MeatEater dynamic duo of Steven Rinella and Janis Putelis join the “It’s Federal Season” podcast on location from the Black Hills of South Dakota.  Hear about the MeatEater beginnings, its c...

Episode No. 8 - Modern Day Wonder Woman from 2020-05-14T00:00

She sets shooting records.  She has served the United States.  She is on the front lines of protecting your 2nd Amendment rights.  That’s only half of the hats Julie Golob wears.  Find out how s...

Episode No. 7 - Customizing King from 2020-04-30T00:00

Rob Roberts, owner of Rob Roberts Custom Gun Works, gets in the hot seat to answer questions about his growing business and explain how hunters and shooters can improve their firearms’ performan...

Episode No. 6 - Bill Gray- Law Enforcement Hero from 2020-04-16T00:00

Hear about a life-and-death encounter from the man who survived one. We sit down with Special Agent Bill Gray, a former Wisconsin county investigator who used HST to defend himself during an att...

Episode No. 5 - The Influence of Realtree from 2020-03-19T00:00

David Blanton, iconic TV host and producer joins “It’s Federal Season” to talk about Realtree camouflage and concealment and the evolution of telling great hunting stories on TV, video, and now ...

Episode No. 4 - Raise the Flag from 2020-03-05T00:00

A special edition of the “It’s Federal Season” podcast welcomes World and Olympic Men’s Skeet champion Vincent Hancock to the microphone for an in-depth discussion on becoming one of the sport's...

Episode No. 3 - Outdoor Life&Outdoor Media from 2020-02-20T00:00

Outdoor Life’s Editor-in-Chief Alex Robinson joins the Federal team for a look at becoming an outdoor writer and the evolving landscape of the outdoor media.

Episode No. 2 - SHOT Show 2020 from 2020-01-19T23:59

SHOT Show is the firearm industry’s Super Bowl!  Jason Vanderbrink and Jason Nash discuss the importance of the event and Dan Compton introduces us to the revolutionary muzzleloader product ...