MeatEater’s Gear Talk Podcast

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MeatEater’s Gear Talk Podcast with Janis Putelis and Jordan Budd dives into the details and efficacy of the gear they use in the backcountry. From comparative reviews to complete pack dumps for specific adventures, Janis and Jordan explore the intricacies of different products, manufacturers, and materials to help you decide whether it’ll make your next trip a success.

06/29/2023

Ep.19: Guide to Car Camping with Clay Croft

This week Clay Croft joins Jordan and Janis once again. This time to discuss car camping! They discuss everything from sleeping on the ground to sleeping on top of your vehicle, the most badass kitchen setups, how to keep cool or warm and how to stay organized. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 49m
06/15/2023

Ep. 18: Mechanical Sympathy

This week we discuss getting your rig stuck and unstuck with Clay Croft from X Overland. We cover tires, traction boards, tow straps, jacks, chains, attachment points and how best to use the aforementioned equipment. If you travel down muddy, rocky, snowy, wet dirt roads in search of hunting adventure this episode is for you. To see more of what Clay Croft is up to check out: https://www.xoverland.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@ExpeditionOverland https://www.xoverland.com/xo-podcast/ List of items mentioned in the Gear Talk podcast: CLAY CROFT Hi lift jack https://hi-lift.com/hi-lift-jacks/ ARB air compressor, single and twin, portable https://arbusa.com/air-compressors/portable-air-compressors/ Maxtrax recovery kit https://maxtraxus.com/collections/4x4-recovery-gear Maxtrax recovery boards https://maxtraxus.com/products/maxtrax-mkii-signature-orange?_pos=3&_sid=2ca7e32c2&_ss=r Warn recovery kit (tow strap, snatch strap) https://www.warn.com/products-epic-recovery-kits Warn (or Factory 55) soft shackles https://www.warn.com/spydura-nightline-soft-shackle-102559 https://www.warn.com/spydura-soft-shackle-102556 ARB hydraulic jack https://arbusa.com/recovery/arb-jack/ ARB Tire repair kit https://arbusa.com/air-compressors/tire-accessories-2/ Slime repair kit https://slime.com/collections/tire-repair-kits General Grabber AT/X tires https://generaltire.com/tires/light-trucksuv/grabber-atx General Grabber X3 tires https://generaltire.com/tires/light-trucksuv/grabber-x3 Warn winches https://www.warn.com/products-winches-hoists Shovel (different levels, Home Depot to DMOS) DMOS Delta Pro shovel: https://alnk.to/3TYKquO DMOS Nomad shovel: https://alnk.to/dppFoyH Noco battery jump pack https://no.co/products/power/boost See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2h 25m
06/01/2023

Ep. 17: Flying With Guns, Packing Gear, and Shipping Meat

Interested in traveling to hunt? This podcast covers it all from packing your gear into duffels, checking your rifle with airlines, what to carry in your carryon, all the way to logistics of getting your meat home. If you have a question you want to submit to Gear Talk for discussion, email geartalk@themeateater.com. Want to comment on this episode? Visit https://www.themeateater.com/listen/gear-talk and join the conversation. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 20m
05/18/2023

Ep. 16: All About Bullets with Garrett Long

Janis and Jordan talk with MeatEater's own Garrett Long about everything that makes a great hunting bullet. They talk caliber, design, materials, and the performance we can (or can't) expect from our modern projectiles. They also discuss the nuances of copper, bonded, and cup and core. Additional topics include: why pinching a chainsaw is a real bummer, Jordan's plans to hunt Hawaii, and why a 7 Mickey Mouse used to get you laughed at. If you have a question you want to submit to Gear Talk for discussion, email geartalk@themeateater.com. Want to comment on this episode? Visit https://www.themeateater.com/listen/gear-talk and join the conversation. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 36m
05/04/2023

Ep. 15: Turkey Slams, Last Day Lions, Boot Inserts, Backcountry Stoves, and Wet Leather Boots

Jordan and Janis discuss a young woman’s 32-day turkey Grand Slam, their personal backcountry stove systems, how Janis protects his kids’ ears, inserts for hunting boots, Nemo’s Roamer car-camping pad, and handling leather boots in wet conditions. If you have a question you want to submit to Gear Talk for discussion, email geartalk@themeateater.com. Want to comment on this episode? Visit https://www.themeateater.com/listen/gear-talk and join the conversation. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 9m
04/20/2023

Ep. 14: Only One Gun, Cold Season Whitetail Clothing, Worthwhile Lightweight Gear, and More Listener Questions Answered

Jordan and Janis answer listener submitted questions. But first, an organizational gear hack Jordan stumbled upon while in the city and Janis’ continued lion hunting fails. They give their take on the best gun if you can only have one; clothing options for hike-and-sit whitetail hunting versus slow tracking-style whitetail hunting, which also translates to mountain hunting; rangefinding binoculars vs binos and a rangefinder; white gas vs canister stoves; the weight of their hunting packs; and what gear to buy that will actually save weight in your pack. If you have a question you want to submit to Gear Talk for discussion, email geartalk@themeateater.com. Want to comment on this episode? Visit https://www.themeateater.com/listen/gear-talk and join the conversation. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 31m
04/06/2023

Ep. 13: Shot Placement, Broadheads, and Whitetails with Taylor Chamberlin

This week we have Taylor Chamberlin on the podcast to discuss broadheads. We also discuss shot placement and why Taylor can’t have a deer running 100 yards after the shot. Taylor dives into mechanicals versus fixed blades and breaks down what he’s used and how they performed. If you have a question you want to submit to Gear Talk for discussion, email geartalk@themeateater.com. Want to comment on this episode? Visit https://www.themeateater.com/listen/gear-talk and join the conversation. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 42m
03/23/2023

Ep. 12: Knife Sharpening with Work Sharp

This week Jordan and Janis are joined by Steve Baker of WorkSharp to discuss knife sharpening. They discuss the tools needed, technique used, some problems you can run into and ultimately how to keep your knife sharp in the field. Also discussed this week is Jordan's guiding season, why you shouldn’t be scared to wash your outerwear, and Florida turkey hunting. If you have a question you want to submit to Gear Talk for discussion, email geartalk@themeateater.com. Want to comment on this episode? Visit https://www.themeateater.com/listen/gear-talk and join the conversation. Connect with Janis, Jordan, and MeatEater MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 12m

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Introducing: MeatEater's Gear Talk Podcast

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10/13/2022

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Great information

09/06/2023

Ftjcehjff

Don’t listen to the hate this is a great informational podcast
Great podcast

07/05/2023

Beer_skeletonizer

Great podcast! Disappointing to hear about the changes but looking forward to what you guys are cooking up in the future.
Super informative

06/16/2023

Vpop1

I think they learn as much as I learn while I’m listening. If you’re going to get influenced to buy a specific product because they talk about it that’s your issue to deal with. I like listening because it makes me think about my own situation and how I would go about either preparing or solving for a future issue. I don’t feel like I need to constantly buy new things just makes me plan ahead
Sales pitch

06/28/2023

Ryan70179

Basically a hour long sales pitch about all meateater products. Janis is painfull to listen to most shows. This is actually worse then the meateater Ben O’Brien show, swing and a miss

MeatEater’s Gear Talk Podcast with Janis Putelis and Jordan Budd dives into the details and efficacy of the gear they use in the backcountry. From comparative reviews to complete pack dumps for specific adventures, Janis and Jordan explore the intricacies of different products, manufacturers, and materials to help you decide whether it’ll make your next trip a success.

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The MeatEater Network
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MeatEater
Years Active

2022 - 2023
Episodes

20
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Explicit
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MeatEater’s Gear Talk Podcast