The Fowl Life

Chad Belding
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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.

  1. E568 - The Future of Outdoor TV | Mitch Petrie, Outdoor Channel

    2d ago

    E568 - The Future of Outdoor TV | Mitch Petrie, Outdoor Channel

    Mitch Petrie joins Chad from a campsite in Wisconsin, and the two get into it. They talk Wisconsin versus Minnesota, the political tension Mitch has watched build at home, and the infighting that's been creeping into the hunting community, including Chad's response to Matt Rinella's Hunt Quietly podcast and the argument that outdoor TV has done more harm than good. Mitch breaks down where outdoor television actually stands right now: the audience, the numbers behind My Outdoor TV and Game and Fish TV, why linear isn't dead even if it's changed, and whether a new producer could ever build a show like The Fowl Life from the ground up today. Chad and Mitch close it out talking sheep tags, axis deer recipes, and nineteen seasons of The Fowl Life still going strong. This episode is brought to you by Benelli Shotguns, Federal Premium Ammunition, Nutrien Ag Solutions, Travel Wisconsin, HiViz Sights, Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels, Avery Outdoors, Banded Brands, Corning Ford, Rob Roberts Custom Gunworks, LEER Truck Toppers, and GATR Coolers & Drinkware.

    1h 26m
  2. E567 - SCI Fowl Thoughts | This Is Why We Do It - Solo with Chad

    Jun 26

    E567 - SCI Fowl Thoughts | This Is Why We Do It - Solo with Chad

    Chad's got some thoughts. That's what this series is! Safari Club International's Fowl Thoughts! He starts where it all began. The toilet business. Portable units, job sites, construction managers, bid meetings. Learning customer service and communication and resilience and when to pump the brakes. Then a duck hunt with some buddies changed everything. From a duck mount on the wall of his toilet office called Strike Up the Band, of nine banded greenheads through flooded timber, to a phone call with a production company that fell through and started everything.. The blessing to go do it himself. And just like that, the dream was born. 18 seasons of Benelli's The Fowl Life on the Outdoor Channel. Year 15 with Benelli. Year 15 with Federal. Year 20 with Realtree. Year 20 with Mojo. All of it happened because of hard work, resilience, tenacity, and the people who showed up along the way. Chad talks about what this life has given him. The blinds, the musicians, the athletes, the military, the sick kids who got to hold a mallard for the first time. The moments that don't make the highlight reel but mean everything to him. Season 18 is getting ready to air. Season 19 starts filming in September, Banded Drake Ranch is growing, Seth Van Dover is playing the Silent Valor Project event at Caspians in Vegas on June 24th; There's a lot in motion! This episode of Safari Club International's Fowl Thoughts is proudly presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions and brought to you by Benelli, Federal Premium Ammunition, Banded Brands, Gatr Coolers, Corning Ford, Hi Viz Sights, Jack Link's, Mickey Thompson Tires and Wheels, and Avery Outdoors!

    37 min
  3. E566 - Frog Legs Field to Table | Scouting Season Starts Now - The Provider Eat Wild Series

    Jun 22

    E566 - Frog Legs Field to Table | Scouting Season Starts Now - The Provider Eat Wild Series

    The perfect early waterfowl scouting activity might just set you up with a gourmet meal in the process. In this Fowl Life Eat Wild series, Midwest host Joel Kleefisch and acclaimed chef Ellie Lawton team up with Banded pro staffer James Cooper to catch and cook frog legs, from the field to table. From the water to the pan, Chef Ellie makes it look easy and tastes even better. You're going to want to jump at the chance to check this out. This episode is brought to you by Travel Wisconsin, Banded Brands, Camospace, and Realtree Camo!

    18 min
  4. E565 - Freedom Hunters Nashville Classic | Texas Bound - Solo with Chad

    Jun 19

    E565 - Freedom Hunters Nashville Classic | Texas Bound - Solo with Chad

    Chad's got two big stops coming up, and he's fired up about both of them. First up is Texas for an Axis deer hunt during the rut with Jason Vanderbrink, CEO of the Kinetic Group. Benelli Lupo, Federal Premium Ammunition. Hayes Carl at Green Hall in New Braunfels. Dinner with Ted Nugent and Shemaine at the Nugent compound in Waco. And something personal he's keeping close to the heart. Then it's Nashville for the Freedom Hunters Nashville Classic, June 21st and 22nd. Sunday night at the Nashville Palace with Barrett Hobbs and Hobbs Hospitality! From the food and drinks, to the live auctions, silent auctions, speakers, four-star generals and admirals in the room, and live music headlined by Leith Lofton. Monday morning at the Hermitage Golf Club. Sunbelt Rentals is the title sponsor. Jack Daniel's is the official whiskey, and he wants YOU there! Chad's been involved with Freedom Hunters for over a decade. He's seen firsthand what getting veterans and active duty military back outdoors does for them. This event raises the money to keep those trips going. Tables of 10, VIP seating, and single tickets available. Go to freedomhunters.org. Season 18 of Benelli's The Fowl Life premieres on the Outdoor Channel in July. Season 19 starts filming in September. A lot of good things are coming, and we're glad you're here! This episode is presented by Mickey Thompson Tires and Wheels and brought to you by Bodyguard Bumpers, Leer Toppers, and Nutrien Ag Solutions, Realtree Camo, Banded Brands, Mojo Outdoors, and Almost Heaven saunas.

    28 min
  5. E564 - Wisconsin Turkey Hunt | Jeff Tarsi's First Wisconsin Bird

    Jun 15

    E564 - Wisconsin Turkey Hunt | Jeff Tarsi's First Wisconsin Bird

    Chad promised a Wisconsin turkey hunt recap, and here it is. Jeff Tarsi from Nutrien Ag Solutions came to camp, not just as a sponsor but as a hunter. Joel Kleefisch had boots on the ground, Chef Ellie was throwing down in camp (hear all about that in our Eat Wild Series), Jay Wando from Wando's Bar in Madison joined the crew, and the Dodgers-Brewers game at American Family Field was in the mix, too. But this episode is about the hunt. Running and gunning, finding birds, getting permission, calling them in close. Chad's favorite. No blinds, no ambushing, just calling, patience, and reading the bird. A tom in full strut at close range, tail fanned out, looking right at them. Jeff Tarsi squeezed the trigger. Federal TSS out of a Benelli, Rob Roberts R2 Raptor choke, HiViz sights dropped the birds instantly. It was the first Wisconsin turkey for Jeff Tarsi, and Chad couldn't be prouder of it. Farming, conservation, camaraderie, wild birds, great food. That's the Fowl Life. This episode is presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, and brought to you by Travel Wisconsin, Mickey Thompson Tires, Nutrien Ag Solutions, Benelli Shotguns, Federal Premium Ammunition, HiViz Sights, Rob Roberts Custom Gunworks, ESP Hearing Protection, Corning Ford, Bodyguard Bumpers, and LEER Camper Shells

    51 min
  6. E563 - Axis Deer in Texas | The Rut is in June - Solo With Chad

    Jun 9

    E563 - Axis Deer in Texas | The Rut is in June - Solo With Chad

    Chad just got back from Wisconsin, and he's not slowing down. Next stop is Texas for an axis deer hunt during the rut with Jason Vanderbrink, CEO of the Kinetic Group. When you think Federal, Remington, Speer, CCI, Heavy Shot, Black Cloud — this is the man behind all of it, and he's invited Chad down to the San Antonio hill country for a spot and stalk during one of the most exciting times of the year to be in the field. Chad's shooting a Benelli Lupo with Federal Premium Ammunition, and he is ready. The trip also includes Hayes Carl at Green Hall in New Braunfels, one of Chad's favorite venues and one of his favorite songwriters. Compadre's Tacos in Bertram. Jason's game room, and something personal Chad's keeping close to the heart. It's all happening! Season 18 of Benelli's The Fowl Life premieres on the Outdoor Channel in July before moving to MoTV, and Chad hasn't shot a big game animal in a while. He's an all-ducks, all-geese guy at heart, but axis deer during the rut in the Texas hill country? That'll do it! This episode is brought to you by Corning Ford, The Nashville Palace, Banded Brands, Avery Outdoors, Benelli, and Realtree camo.

    31 min
  7. E562 - Duck Tongue Stir Fry - The Provider Eat Wild Series

    Jun 6

    E562 - Duck Tongue Stir Fry - The Provider Eat Wild Series

    When you thought you’ve heard it all, you need to check out this Fowl Life Eat Wild Series. Award winning Chef Ellie Lawton teams up with Sous Chef Salazar and TFL Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch for Duck Tongue Stir fry. You won’t believe how delicious. To feed the whole camp, you’ll need to watch your bag limits! This episode is brought to you by Travel Wisconsin, Camospace, and Banded Brands!

    13 min
  8. E561 - Deconstructed Spring Rolls with Wild Turkey - The Provider Eat Wild Series

    Jun 1

    E561 - Deconstructed Spring Rolls with Wild Turkey - The Provider Eat Wild Series

    Just when you thought The Fowl Life Eat Wild series couldn’t get any better, TFL host Chad Belding and Nutrien Ag Solutions Jeff Tarsi joined Joel Kleefisch in the studio. Between Chef Lawton’s awesome Wild Turkey recipes and Turkey camp dinners, the crew hammered out strategies for Thunder chicken success and ag management importance that will make you look differently at wild game conservation. You’ll be yelling for more. This episode is presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, and brought to you by Travel Wisconsin, Camospace, Oakley Sunglasses, The Provider Culinary, Mojo Outdoor, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and Gator coolers!

    37 min
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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.

Information

  • Creator
    Chad Belding
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    500
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    The Fowl Life

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