One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast

Tristan Vogel & Tony Vogel
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The One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast hosted by father-son duo Tony Vogel and Tristan Vogel, Owners of One Hell Of A Life Outdoors . Our passion lies in bringing every  hunter the REALITY of what it REALLY takes to hunt their target animal while equipping them with the knowledge to be a successful hunter and promoting the lost "old school values" that laid the foundation for the sport we love so much today. 

  1. Turkeys For Tomorrow | How Private Land, Predators, And Smart Harvest Can Rebuild Turkey Populations

    23H AGO

    Turkeys For Tomorrow | How Private Land, Predators, And Smart Harvest Can Rebuild Turkey Populations

    We sit down with biologist and CEO Jason Lupardus to break down turkey declines, the power of private land co-ops, and a bold, multi-state predator-prey research push. We share practical harvest math, habitat tips, and a new citizen science tool that puts real data in hunters’ hands. • why two poults per hen is the stability line • how small parcels create black hole overharvest • forming 2,500-acre cooperatives to match turkey biology • when habitat alone stalls and why imprinting matters • targeted predator management around roosts and roads • nine-state research testing trapping impacts at scale • cicada hatches, fur markets and telling correlations • funding gaps, enforcement needs and durable policy • how to join a local TFT flock and self-regulate harvest • citizen science app to log sightings and guide action If anyone out there wants to learn more about us, turkeysfortomorrow.org, you can find us, you can find us on any of the platform. Just look us up. If you got a question, reach out, call us, send us an email, we will respond to you because we want help. DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    1h 17m
  2. Inside The Art Of Waterfowl Taxidermy

    6D AGO

    Inside The Art Of Waterfowl Taxidermy

    We sit down with Georgia taxidermist Seth Farmer to unpack the craft behind lifelike waterfowl mounts, from field care and skin prep to eyes, materials, and creative showpieces. Along the way we talk hybrids, realistic timelines, budget options, and how mounts can preserve a final hunt with a dog. • why field care after the shot sets the mount’s ceiling • how to package birds for freezing and avoid freezer burn • intake decisions that shape pose and salvage damage • skinning, fleshing, washing, tumbling, and drying steps • species differences between divers and puddle ducks • why eyes and quality materials transform realism • timelines, expedite options, and honest workload math • hybrids, rare birds, and identification tells • competition mounts and building convincing habitats • budget alternatives like feather art and partial work • cooking notes from specs to carnitas for goose • mentors, schooling, and continuous improvement Find Seth at Nature’s Woods Taxidermy on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and natureswoodstaxidermy.com. Located in Dublin, Georgia. DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    1h 15m
  3. How Sharing Real Hunts Can Save Outdoor Culture And Inspire The Next Generation | Hunter Stanley & Hunt Digest

    FEB 18

    How Sharing Real Hunts Can Save Outdoor Culture And Inspire The Next Generation | Hunter Stanley & Hunt Digest

    We sit down with Hunt Digest founder Hunter Stanley to explore why stories matter more than staged photos, what guiding really takes behind the scenes, and how public land ethics, mentorship, and honest media can grow the next generation. From golf pro to guide trucks and 25,000-mile seasons, Hunter shares a path built on grit, gratitude, and community. • origin of Hunt Digest and focus on story over photos • guiding realities, miles, scouting and client care • public land etiquette, safety and ambassador mindset • small wild moments that anchor memory • threats to access and why advocacy matters • mentorship, recruiting new hunters and honest media • processing the weight of a kill and hunter progression • turkey goals, multi-state plans and mountain birds • how to submit a story and what Hunter looks for DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    1h 44m
  4. Louisiana Marsh Hunting, Conservation Conversations, & Kade "Biskit" Bidstrup

    FEB 12

    Louisiana Marsh Hunting, Conservation Conversations, & Kade "Biskit" Bidstrup

    We swap deer stands for marsh blinds with Biscuit, tracing a teal hunt that set a lifetime hook and the hard-won lessons of Louisiana waterfowling. From diver spreads and coot decoys to refuge myths, flooded corn debates, and mental health, we push for honesty, conservation, and smarter seasons. • early deer roots and a teal hunt that changed everything • work, school, and the cost of missed scouting • Georgia access limits vs Louisiana tide and marsh nuance • diver tactics, coot confidence, and pintails that won’t finish • mixed bags, canvasbacks, and ethical bird care • Arkansas road mishaps, frozen guns, and hard truths • flooded corn, rice efficiency, pressure, and hen harvest • DU vs Delta expectations and ROI on habitat • refuge data, minimal-pressure quota ideas, and local fixes • nutria, gators, erosion, and real economic impact • building Wet Birds, posting authentically, not just highlights • mental health, faith, and giving life “one more day” DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    1h 40m
  5. Hand-Carved Decoys, Faith, And The Hunt Experience | Mike Marino

    FEB 6

    Hand-Carved Decoys, Faith, And The Hunt Experience | Mike Marino

    We sit down with Colorado decoy carver and pastor Mike Marino to explore how lifelike cork rigs change hunts, shape memories, and connect craft with faith. From first flawed blocks to competition wins and urn decoys that carry a retriever’s ashes, this is about experience over excess. • origin story from bad plastics to first carve • why cork floats, moves, and endures better • field results versus big plastic spreads • study methods, scaling, and build details • pricing tiers and access for blue-collar hunters • the “experience” mindset over shooting piles • memorial urn decoys for dogs and healing • mentors, materials, and starter carving kits • faith parallels, refuge, and weekly duck devos • legacy, gifting, and conservation donations www.marinodecoys.com DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    58 min
  6. From South Carolina Swamps To Arkansas Limits: Crafting A Woodsman’s Mindset | Colton Hayes

    FEB 5

    From South Carolina Swamps To Arkansas Limits: Crafting A Woodsman’s Mindset | Colton Hayes

    We launch a new listener spotlight with South Carolina hunter Colton Hayes, exploring how a woodsman’s mindset turns hard country into consistent success. From tight river traffic and wood duck tactics to blue-collar grit and a soulful turkey story, the day belongs to patience, motion, and mentors. • listener series kickoff featuring Colton Hayes • wood duck tactics using motion, short spreads, concealment • scouting swamps by fishing and noting water clarity • calling cadence for wood ducks, yes it works • trafficking birds in rivers and understanding pressure • slow-burn hunts versus quick impoundment limits • adapting principles from Montana to Arkansas • ethics, limits, history of wood ducks and mentorship • trade careers, heavy equipment, leadership parallels • faith, family, and a moving double-gobbler story DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    1h 35m
  7. How Kade Weatherford Started Delta Thunder Outfitters In NE Arkansas | This Year's Severe Drought | Snow Goose Looking Promising

    JAN 30

    How Kade Weatherford Started Delta Thunder Outfitters In NE Arkansas | This Year's Severe Drought | Snow Goose Looking Promising

    We unpack a rain-starved duck season in Northeast Arkansas and why Kade Weatherford is very optimistic about snow goose season! We talk about the grind behind guiding and the real costs. • Delta Thunder’s origin, philosophy, and pricing • How drought and floods reshaped habitat and duck behavior • Lease pressure, access challenges, and post-COVID crowding • Duck species quirks, calling, and why mallards mislead • Record keeping that proves no “best” January date • Why dry years can favor snow geese strategy • Roost protection, spread placement, and traffic setups • Lodging basics, local food options, and logistics • Booking info and a tongue-in-cheek promo code If you call me and you want to book a hunt and you text me “zero duck a luck a ding-dong,” I’ll give you five dollars off your hunt DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    1h 13m

  8. JAN 23

    Duck Weather... A Little Too Late For Most | YOU Could Be Our Next Podcast Guest | Upcoming Vets Hunt / Snow Goose

    We share big family news, then dig into a rare freeze that could flip a tough duck season into a southern surge while setting up a prime snow goose run. Along the way, we launch a listener-guest drawing, talk shop on careers in the blind, and map plans for the veterans hunt in Arkansas. • late freeze pushing ducks south and locking shallow water • timber depth and canopy helping hold birds • tougher outlook for rice fields and shallow sheet water • potential once-in-a-decade action for Louisiana and Texas • snow geese sliding ahead of storms and timing the thaw • veterans hunt window and public timber strategy • community-first guest drawing for listeners • networking and career conversations from the blind • sponsor highlights and affordable outfitter options DM One Hell of Life podcast on Instagram or TikTok to enter the monthly listener drawing Call or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip, Williamson Outfitters Use code ONEHELLOFALIFEOUTDOORS for 15 percent off your order @ www.froggtoggs.com Dirty Duck Coffee: use code onehellofalife15 for 15% off Call Kade at Delta Thunder Outfitters at 870-926-7944 for snow goose dates Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en

    44 min
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The One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast hosted by father-son duo Tony Vogel and Tristan Vogel, Owners of One Hell Of A Life Outdoors . Our passion lies in bringing every  hunter the REALITY of what it REALLY takes to hunt their target animal while equipping them with the knowledge to be a successful hunter and promoting the lost "old school values" that laid the foundation for the sport we love so much today. 

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  • Creator
    Tristan Vogel & Tony Vogel
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    174
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast
  • Show Website
    One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast

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