In this episode of Free Castin’, we dive into the hard truth about hounds versus wild canines—built to hunt vs built to survive. We break down the differences in drive, intelligence, grit, and instinct, and ask the question every houndsman has thought about… are we making our dogs too soft?

But this one takes a serious turn when Cody King jumps on and shares a real-life, gut-wrenching story about a hunt that went wrong—when a swarm of bees turned deadly and cost him his dog. It’s a powerful reminder of the risks our dogs face and the reality of the country we hunt.

This episode is raw, honest, and one every houndsman can relate to.

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

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Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman

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Mountain Daily Star

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https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/

Cold Strike Gear

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"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

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On this episode of Free Castin’, we sit down with Monte Williams to talk about growing up in Arizona’s White Mountains and the lifestyle that comes with it. Monty shares firsthand stories from his upbringing in the high country, where the land, wildlife, and tradition all play a part in shaping who you are.

We dive into the history and reality of the wild horses roaming the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests—how they got there, how they survive, and the ongoing conversations around managing them. From horseback experiences to life in the mountains, this episode is packed with real perspective from someone who’s lived it.

If you’re into the outdoors, western heritage, and the untold stories of Arizona’s backcountry, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Mountain Daily Star

mountaindailystar.com

https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman

https://www.youtube.com/@awda24

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

On this episode, we sit down and get into the gritty reality of running hounds in the West. From chasing bear and lion to the challenges that come with it, nothing is off the table. We talk about the ever-present danger of rattlesnakes—dogs getting bitten, how those encounters happen, and what you can do when it goes sideways.

We also dive into one of the oldest debates in the hound world: what dog truly works harder—a bobcat dog, a lion dog, or a bear dog? Each brings a different level of grit, endurance, and instinct, and we break down what separates them when it counts.

If you live the hound life, this one will hit home—real stories, hard lessons, and honest opinions from the field.

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman

https://www.youtube.com/@awda24

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

I went to Texas and hung out with Cody King, it wasn't all work!

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman

https://www.youtube.com/@awda24

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

Just a bunch of us not talking about a whole lot of nothing!

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman

https://www.youtube.com/@awda24

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

Brett Vaughn joins us and we talk a little trash, talk a little hounds and talk a little social media!

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman

https://www.youtube.com/@awda24

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

We talk to some Virginia boys about what's going on in that part of the country, and Dustin with Cold Strike Gear tells us how the hunt went with Scott Allan, our good ol' Englishman!

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

https://www.youtube.com/@awda24

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

Another episode of stories, politics and rabbit holes!

If you have any ideas or suggestions for topics or guest send us an email: [email protected]

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

Every once in a while we have to talk politics! Nobody likes it!

If you have any ideas or suggestions for topics or guest send us an email: [email protected]

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

CMW Investigations, LLC

http://cmwpi.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!

Scott was in Arizona chasing mountain lion with Dustin from Cold Strike Gear and Jarrod with South Ridge Guide Service! And he has some stories to tell.

If you have any ideas or suggestions for topics or guest send us an email: [email protected]

Cold Strike Gear

https://coldstrikegear.com

Arizona Working Dog Alliance

https://azwda.com

"Anecdote of a Houndsman"

https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman

Watch these podcast live every Wednesday night at 6PM MST!