Big Hunt Guys

This week on the Big Hunt Guys Podcast, Brady, Lorenzo, and Trail sit down with Rody Best of Best Retrievers for a full deep dive into what it really takes to build a high-level retriever. Rody Best is a premier Texas-based dog trainer and founder of Best Retrievers, located in Paige (near Austin), specializing in elite gundog and retriever training. Best Retrievers has a 120-acre facility and offers comprehensive 4–5 month programs, focusing on obedience, bird introduction, gun steadiness, and technical water retrieves for hunting and competition. From picking the right breed for your hunting style to choosing the best pup from a litter, Rody shares the traits and temperament markers that serious hunters should be paying attention to. Whether you're chasing waterfowl in flooded timber or upland birds in open country, not all retrievers — or training approaches — are created equal. Tune in the hear how Rody develops some of the best retrievers in the world.

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In this solo episode of the Game Trail Podcast, Trail dives into the haunting and fascinating stories of two of the last grizzly bears ever killed in Utah in the early 1900s. From frontier livestock conflicts to the rugged backcountry where these giants made their final stand, this episode explores the hunters, the landscapes, and the turning point when grizzlies disappeared from the state forever. Tune in to hear the stories of Ol' Clubfoot and Ephraim, two giant grizzly bears that reeked havoc on cattle ranchers at the turn of the 19th century.

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Mason Roth joins Brady from Mason’s family’s ranch to talk about his unlikely path from city life to hunting and conservation. Brady and Mason dive into pig hunting as a year-round pursuit, why population management matters for pigs, and what makes hunting them so challenging and fun to hunt in the mountains. Mason also breaks down the new documentary Killing Catalina and the fight to stop mule deer eradication on Catalina Island.

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This week on the Big Hunt Guys Podcast, Brady, Lorenzo, and Trail break down Oregon’s controversial Initiative Petition 28 and why it has hunters, ranchers, and rural communities paying attention. What is it, what could it change, and why we should all be so concerned. Later, the guys sit down with Matt McElligott, past president of the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association, to hear the ranching perspective and what this proposal could mean for livestock producers, the future of animal use and the economy in Oregon.

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New Gear Watchlist: Archery and Hunting Equipment I’m Paying Attention ToIn this solo episode of The Game Trail Podcast, Trail dives into the latest archery and hunting gear that’s been dropping recently and breaking into the conversation. From new sights, rests, tripods, boots, releases and stove systems, this episode highlights products that genuinely spark interest and deserve a spot on your radar.

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Brady sits down with Danny Barreto of Airlock Industries to dig into what makes the Zero Gravity suppressors such a standout for hunters—especially when ounces, durability, and real-world performance all matter. Plus, the backstory on how he helped Brady rethink using a suppressor for hunting.

They break down Airlock’s engineering-first design philosophy—more time spent in development and testing, less time chasing flashy marketing hype—and what that means for backcountry hunters. From rifle setup and hearing protection to practical field considerations, this episode covers how to think about suppression as part of a complete hunting system. And Brady gets to the big question: why does Airlock seem to be everywhere so fast? If you’ve been curious about going suppressed for hunting (or you already do and want to nerd out on the why), this one’s for you.

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Wildlife policy battles are heating up across the country. In this episode, the Big Hunt Guys sit down with Charles Whitwam of Howl For Wildlife to discuss their recent documentary "Killing Catalina" and the Catalina Island Conservancy's plan to eradicate all mule deer on the island in the name of habitat restoration, reduce wildfire risk, and to benefit other wildlife species due to an "overpopulation" of deer. Later the guys talk with Dane Gates of CRWM about Colorado legislation that threatens trapping, fur markets, and rodent control tools. Dan also offers a current update on the reintroduction of wolves in Colorado. We explore how these efforts gained traction, why they matter beyond state lines, and how hunters can engage before ballot initiatives permanently reshape conservation.

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Tyson Fisher joins Trail to talk baseball roots, life behind hounds, and the unforgettable experience of bowhunting bison in Utah. Tyson tells the full story of his recent Utah archery bison hunt, from drawing the tag, the equipment he used, and how difficult it actually is to find success on a DIY public land free-range bison.

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Anthony Cuomo joins Brady Miller to talk shooting under pressure, NRL Hunter lessons, and why rifle competition makes you a more confident and capable hunter in real-world scenarios. They dive into essential gear for NRL Hunter, time management on the clock, and how range skills translate directly to success in the field.But this conversation isn’t just about precision rifles and shooting drills. Brady and Anthony also get into other fun stuff — from truck camper builds like the Go Fast Campers setup to maximizing truck-bed comfort and capability with Anthony’s homebuilt system. Anthony breaks down the customizations that turn his rig into a mobile hunting basecamp — diesel heat, power systems, storage solutions, and more — giving you ideas for your own gear setup.

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The Big Hunt Guys are back, Lorenzo, Brady, and Trail recap a busy stretch that took them from the Sheep Show to SHOT Show—talking wild gear, auction tags, and the stuff that actually caught their attention. Mid-episode, things take a left hook when they call Luke Caudillo and Justin Gaethje, breaking down the recent fight and sharing their thoughts on UFC 324. From fight prep and mindset to crossover lessons between elite hunting and elite competition, this episode covers way more ground than expected.

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