The Filthy Spoon Podcast

Jon and guests broadcast live from the Grey Lodge check station the Thursday before opener, sharing sponsor shout-outs, on-the-ground hunting culture, and plenty of banter from the Brown Spoon community.

The episode features interviews with longtime refuge regulars, a charity raffle for an X-Runner pack benefiting Delta Waterfowl, updates on water and hunting conditions, and a live performance from singer-songwriter Tyler Appelgarth.

Expect a mix of hunting stories, gear talk, community spirit, and local music as the crew gears up for opening day.

Jon hosts a solo Filthy Spoon episode with sponsor shout-outs, updates on rice-season hunts and blind prep, and a long interview with Alabama hunter Judson Crump about Southern duck hunting styles, habitat challenges, and cooking tips.

Conversation topics include duck calls and gear, public-land management and conservation, hunting stories from the field, and practical advice for the season ahead.

Host Jon sits down with Assembly candidate Jamie Johansson at Lavender Ranch for a wide-ranging conversation about rural California’s biggest challenges — water management, wildlife policy, wildfire preparedness, and the economic pressures on family farms.

They also touch on energy and regulatory costs, public safety and juvenile services, conservation and hunting, and Johansson’s campaign priorities as ballots approach.

The Filthy Spoon team broadcasts from the Tangle Free Warehouse with hosts Jon, and guest hosts, Gribble, and Ivan, plus guest appearances and a 30% off sale. Sponsors and vendors showcase custom calls, hunting guides, dog trainers, and conservation groups as the community gears up for duck season.

Brock from the East Bay Delta Waterfowl Chapter joins to discuss the event’s turnout, local hunting culture, and upcoming chapter dinner on April 25th — a snapshot of Bay Area waterfowl camaraderie and last-minute prep for the season.

Join the Filthy Spoon Podcast with guest Skyler Ray of Flyway Fleet as he recounts converting a church bus into a camo-covered Drake/Mossy Oak mobile, driving a massive duck boat across the country (and into the Bahamas), meeting hunting legends, and turning tailgating into a traveling community. From sponsor shout-outs to wild road stories and Coast Guard run-ins, this episode mixes hunting passion, family adventures, and Southern humor.

John hosts a solo episode highlighting sponsors and interviews Terry Denman of Mojo Outdoors. They discuss the Texas teal opener, duck and predator gear, decoy and call innovations, and supply issues caused by tariffs and global disruptions.

The episode also covers hunting stories, upcoming Mojo TV hunts, new products like the Dabbler and Big Blade, plus practical tips on callers, TSS ammo, and conserving today’s changing waterfowl patterns.

Jon and Robert record from the Slough House Social and interview Whitney - Brim DeForest of the Rice Experiment Station about California rice: its history, varieties, breeding work, and the research done to manage weeds, water, pests, and organic vs. conventional systems.

The episode also covers surprising pests like tadpole shrimp, how rice fields provide vital habitat for waterfowl, industry field days and outreach, and where listeners can find more resources such as the Thoughts on Rice podcast and UC rice extension materials.

Jon hosts Scott Baroni of Ace High Guide Service to break down Delta waterfowl hunting: guiding tactics, decoy and blind setups, top calls, gear, and tips for first-time and veteran hunters. They also run through sponsors and hunting highlights.

The episode touches on El Niño flood concerns, dove/pheasant/pigeon offerings, conservation and outreach, and how to book a Delta hunt with Ace High.

The Filthy Spoon Podcast records live at the Delta Flyway 101 inaugural dinner in San Mateo, featuring sponsor spotlights, auction highlights, and on-site interviews.

Guests include custom knife makers, local guides, and outfitters who discuss hunts, conservation (heritage funds and blind repairs), and community efforts to support youth and refuges.

Expect hunting stories, sponsor plugs, event updates, and a look at the grassroots work keeping local waterfowl habitat and traditions alive.

Jon hosts Alex Johnson of Grindfest Outdoors to discuss premium custom waterfowl rigging, including Texas rigs, swaged coated cable, mushroom and bank sinker weights, and practical tips for making decoys perform and last.

They also cover casting lead, manufacturing challenges, hunting in Minnesota and the Dakotas, and quick setup and repair hacks for hunters of all skill levels.