Cutting The Distance

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Cutting The Distance

Jason Phelps and D**k “The Bugler” Durham from Phelps Game Calls leverage their experiences as badass competition callers, call makers, and dedicated hunters to bring you the tips and tricks they use all season long that make them successful in the field. From turkey to elk and beyond, join Jason and D**k every Thursday as they host the very best experts when it comes to hunting and calling. Tune in now so you too can get ’em close.

  1. 8 HR AGO

    Ep. 128: Tall Timber Elk Obsession

    Jason sits down with Bryant Sentman and Cory Toombs of Tall Timber productions. They talk about their most memorable day in the field, who they would hunt with if they had a chance, amongst a bunch of others. They then dive into the elk obsession project , how it originated and where it's going from here. Connect with Jason, Dirk, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    59 min

  2. 6 MAR

    Ep. 127: Ryan Carter Guiding Limited Entry Utah Elk

    D**k and Ryan Carter from DC Outfitters discuss guiding and scouting limited entry units in Utah. They cover trail camera seasons, shed antler hunting seasons, and the new requirement for Idaho non-resident shed hunters to purchase an Idaho hunting license. Connect with Jason, D**k, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    51 min

  3. 27 FEB

    Ep. 126: High BC Ashley Stuckless

    Jason sits down with Ashley Stuckless to discuss his journey. Ashley is an aspiring film producer and recently caught Jason's eye with a pair of stone sheep hunting films. The series of films takes you from the Lows to the Highs of sheep hunting. They discuss getting into backpack hunting, the approach you should take, Ashley's favorite adventures and the future of High BC. Connect with Jason, D**k, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    50 min

  4. 20 FEB

    Ep. 125: The Misadventures of Randy Wise

    D**k's best friend and brother-in-law Randy Wise joins the show today. Besides being jokesters, Randy and D**k have had some big adventures over the years. From Randy getting impaled on an elk hunt, to falling over 30 feet from a treestand breaking his body, their first elk hunt, and schoolboy shenanigans, they share some of their favorite moments. Connect with Jason, D**k, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 30m

  5. 13 FEB

    Ep. 124: Drawing a Line on Technology

    Jason and D**k discuss how the advancements in technology may push the boundaries of ethics, fair chase, and how it is shaping the future of hunting. They tackle subjects like thermal, smart scopes/sights, cell cams, drones and AI. Connect with Jason, Dirk, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 6m

  6. 6 FEB

    Ep. 123: Working in the Hunting Industry

    This week's Pendlton Whisky Q&A took us down a rabbit hole! "How do I get into the hunting industry?" D**k has a great conversation with hunter, entrepreneur, and good friend, Jon Gabrio. They recap Jon's black bear and elk hunt from last year, then take a deep dive into working in the hunting industry. Connect with Jason, D**k, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 13m

  7. 30 JAN

    Ep. 122: Chasing Dreams with Tucker Stanley

    Just a normal guy doing everything he can to chase his dreams. Tucker Stanley got a late start on hunting after playing college football as well as in europe but he's dead set on making up for lost time. In the last 6 years Tucker has killed a 200" muley, 170" mountain whitetail, some great bulls and we wanted to jump into the stories and how he has made it happen. Connect with Jason, Dirk, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 7m

  8. 23 JAN

    Ep. 121: Must Be Nice Hunting Out of State with Jeff Bynum

    New year, new me! Ever felt like "It Must Be Nice" when you see other hunters take to the field out of state? Dirk has a great conversation with financial adviser Jeff Bynum about how to afford those out of state hunts that you feel like they are just out of reach.  Financial Outfitters Group: https://www.finoutfitters.com/ Jeff Bynum and Financial Outfitters Group offers Investment Advisory Services through Coho Advisory Services, LLC (CAS), a registered investment adviser. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through Coho Financial Group, LLC (CFG) and individually licensed and appointed agents. This platform is solely for informational purposes and is not offering advisory services or sales of securities. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Connect with Jason, D**k, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    59 min
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About

Jason Phelps and D**k “The Bugler” Durham from Phelps Game Calls leverage their experiences as badass competition callers, call makers, and dedicated hunters to bring you the tips and tricks they use all season long that make them successful in the field. From turkey to elk and beyond, join Jason and D**k every Thursday as they host the very best experts when it comes to hunting and calling. Tune in now so you too can get ’em close.

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  • Channel
    The MeatEater Network
  • Creator
    MeatEater
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    254
  • Rating
    Clean
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