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Kenneth Adkins was a dedicated disciplined breeder of Bluetick hounds. Ken Fischer and  Jacob Campbell join Houndsman XP host Chris Powell for an in depth look at the man, Kenneth  Adkins. Ken and Jacob have dedicated their lives to continuing Mr. Adkins work. Listeners will  enjoy their historical journey that includes a look at the most notable men in blue tick history.  

Listeners will hear about the character of Mr. Adkins and how he successfully bred his line of  Bluetick Coonhounds that are currently being used for bear hunting, lion hunting and  coonhunting.

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Kolby Morehead also known in the right circles as the “Bear Tech”. Kolby is the  producer and often times co-host of the Bear Hunting Magazine Podcast. He also works for  Bear Hunting Magazine, a high quality, premier print magazine. Bear Hunting Magazine  encompasses all things bear hunting and has feature articles discussing bear hunting with  hounds. 

Kolby is a bright, insightful person who has added dimension to the Bear Hunting Magazine  Podcast. As you listen to this episode you will get an inside look at his depth of understanding  and passion of the hunting culture. 

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In this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast, Chris takes the gloves off. There  has never been a more outright and blatant assault on Freedom in our culture. Chris is joined  by Australian Houndsman and defender of hound hunting rights, Alex Krstic. Alex is making his  second appearance on the Houndsman XP Podcast for an unabridged discussion about  Freedom. 

With recent events unfolding in the U.S. and what could be perceived as a the greatest divide  in the U.S. population since the onset of the U.S. Civil War, Chris and Alex look at what is  happening square in the face. The discussion covers how the erosion of freedom on a large  stage will ultimately effect individual freedoms and lead to attacks against hunting and the  ability to hunt with hounds.  

Without sounding like alarmists, Chris and Alex talk about solutions to the problem. The  discussion includes some well thought out plans for defending the freedoms of Houndsmen  across the globe.

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Chris chats with good friend and Freedom Hunters CEO Anthony Pace to kick off a new year  for the Houndsman XP and Freedom Hunters collaborations. Chris and Anthony recap the  Freedom Hunters event for 2020 that include bob cat hunts, lion hunts, deer hunts, bear hunts  and coon hunts; all with hounds to honor America’s heroes. 

This episode is one Team HXP is ver y proud of. Freedom Hunters is an organization that  allows us an honorable opportunity to honor our U.S Military Veterans. “From Field to Field”  Chris and Anthony discuss how Houndsmen can Preserve, Protect and Promote the life style  we live all while supporting a worthy cause.

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Happy New Year Houndsman XP fans! In this episode, the HXP Team gets together and  catches up on recent bear hunts, coonhounds and coursing dogs. The conversation quickly  goes to the tradition of making New Year’s resolutions. 

The Houndsman XP Team lays out five New Years Resolutions that every houndsman should  keep. Whether your a coonhunter in southern swamps, rabbit hunter in the thickets of the  Midwest, bear or cat hunter in the mountains or a high octane Houndsmen chasing game with  sight hounds, there are valuable take aways for you here. Each Resolution will serve our  mission to Preserve, Protect and Promote the houndsman lifestyle.

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West Virginia Bear Season is in full swing and Chris is joined by Evan Workman,  Carl Schoettel and Johnny Hager. Evan and Johnny have been long time friends and have  made their mark on the plot breed with historical reproducing plott hounds, winning in  competition nite hunts on some of the sport’s biggest stages. Carl is the president of the  Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association. 

The four discuss bear hunting, plott pedigrees, and successful hound organizations. Listeners  will enjoy this conversation between these experienced and effective Houndsmen.

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In this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast, Chris talks with Megan and Danny  Perez. Megan and Danny are no stranger to the coonhound community and are familiar with  the getting their picture taken at the big coonhound events. 

Listeners will enjoy this informative episode that is full of great advice for coonhunters at every  stage of their development. Megan talks about the importance of conformation in our hounds  and how that translates into performance in the field. Danny talks about how to prepare a  hound for competition and what the vital traits he looks for to keep them in the winners circle.  

Get a cup of coffee, sit back and take in this episode. Be prepared to laugh, learn and take  your hounds to the next level of Xtreme Performance.

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The Houndsman XP Team discusses eating critters. To eat or not to eat? That is  the question. With the recent Covid issue and an infusion of newcomers to the outdoor  lifestyle, this episode is a fun but in depth discussion about eating wild game. 

The team discusses recent trends in wild game cooking and the culture surrounding it. What  animals are taboo? Is it a fad? Is it a recurring tradition that is resurfacing in modern man?  Listeners will get the Houndsman XP answers to all of these questions and more. The team  also discusses pitfalls to avoid and some real health hazards that potential wild game chefs  should consider before eating the critters they catch. 

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Chris heads to the North Country for some fast action snow shoe hare hunting in  Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with Allen Gingerich. Most know Allen from his role at UKC and he  is making his third appearance on the Houndsman XP Podcast. What you may not know is  about his lifelong passion for chasing hare with his own pack of beagles. 

This episode is light and recorded on the road while the thrill of the hunt is still fresh. Allen and  Chris talk about beagles and the heart and soul of the noble beagle. Allen describes what he  looks for in a beagle, training and how a new comer can get a firm start as a beagle  houndsman. You’re gonna love it. 

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The Houndsman XP Team tackles hot button issues about dog training, the practice of culling, and wolf management. It’s complicated.

The Houndsman XP team is not afraid to tackle tough questions and give listeners the straight talk about complex issues. Chris answers some listener questions and expands on the recent episode about scent and training. Culling is an effective practice among the most astute breeders and has become a sensitive matter that is in direct conflict with modern cultural trends. The team has an open discussion about the practice and how it fits into modern society. With the gray wolf being recently delisted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the team discusses the future processes, the cultural impact and the broader picture of wildlife management.

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