The Hail Call

By Mike Benjamin

What's The Hail Call about?

The Hail Call is your Go-To Source for leading edge information and education for all things Competition Calling and Waterfowl Hunting. Your host Mike Benjamin will have different guests to help further the sport of Contest calling.

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The Hail Call episodes:

06.20.2024
Episode 50 - We made it, a trip down memory lane, friendships.
Thank you all for your support! Episode 50 is here and we couldn't have done it without the overwhelming support. Genuinely, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for listening! ...
06.13.2024
Episode 49 - Upcoming Contests, Top 3 Hunting DVDs, How to Take Calling Criticism and Advice
This week the guys talk about some upcoming contests for the summer, as well as go over some advice and talk about taking criticism when it comes to getting calling advice. We close it out with a trip down memory...
06.06.2024
Episode 48 - 737 Contest and Callapalooza Recap, Contest Superstitions, Top 3 Hunting Influencers
This week Mike, Cory, Teddy and Matt are back recapping some recent contests, talking upcoming contests, superstitions, and their top 3 favorite hunting influencers. Enjoy the show? Rate us/leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Give us your feedback and support...
05.30.2024
Episode 47 - Pintail Limit Increase? Bass Pro Shops x Mack's Prairie Wings Partnership, Top 3 Duck Calls, Hot Takes
Just the guys on this week's episode. Mike, Cory, Teddy and Matt cover topics ranging from the newly proposed Pintail limits, the recent partnership of Bass Pro Shops and Mack's Prairie Wings, their top 3 duck calls, and some hot...
05.23.2024
Episode 46 - Molt Gear Founder Scott Threinen, Top 3 Canada Goose Calls
Founder/Owner of Molt Gear, Scott Threinen joins us on this week's episode where we talk duck and goose hunting, our top three Canada Goose calls and a little about Molt Gear. Enjoy the show? Rate us/leave a review wherever you listen...
05.16.2024
Episode 45 - Caller Spotlight, Hot Takes, Top 3 Post-Hunt Beverages
Just the guys on this week's episode. We introduce a few new segments and talk about who we think is making a name in the competition calling world, as well as who we'd like to see up on stage. Enjoy the...
05.09.2024
Episode 44 - Teddy Closes The Book on #TheQuestForOne, Jeff Foiles
In this week's episode, Teddy finally does it and kills a turkey and recaps the story for us. Jeff Foiles joined us this week and talks everything from turkeys to waterfowl. Enjoy the show? Rate us/leave a review wherever you listen...
05.02.2024
Episode 43 - The Refugeman, Keith Allen
Quite possibly one of the most rounded outdoorsmen and sportsmen there is - "The Refugeman" Keith Allen joined us in this week's episode. Keith is the owner of PureDuck Calls, a seasoned "OG" of competition calling, the creator of "The...
04.25.2024
Episode 42 - Britney Selig, Sanction Contest Chair - World's Championship Duck Calling Contest
This week, Britney Selig from the World's Championship Duck Calling Contest in Stuttgart Arkansas joins the show. Britney is a member of the rules committee for the contest and also serves as the sanction contest chair. Enjoy the show? Rate us/leave...
04.18.2024
Episode 41 - Chance Wadsworth and David Goos recap Mile High Hunt Expo Contest, Is Meat Duck Taking Over Main Street?
Our buddies Chance Wadsworth and David Goos jump on at the beginning of the show to recap the waterfowl calling contest Chance ran at the Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo. Mike and Teddy discuss Meat Duck contests vs. Main...
04.11.2024
Episode 40 - 2021 World Duck Calling Champion of Champions Michael Steinmeyer, Spring Turkey, Masters Picks, Addressing World Duck/World Goose Debate
World Duck Calling Champion of Champions Michael "Steiny" Steinmeyer jumps on the show with us this week. We covered a lot in this one from Turkey hunting, to our 2024 Masters picks (even Mike!!!), to a somewhat heated debate involving...
04.04.2024
Episode 39 - John Walls Talks Work, NASCAR Shed Hunting, Key Bridge Collapse, Product Spotlight
Mike, Teddy and Cory are joined by 2X World Goose Calling Champion John Walls. The guys cover a lot in this one from John's day job, NASCAR, shed hunting, the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, and introduce a new segment...
03.28.2024
Episode 38 -We're back! Season Recaps, Talkin' Turkeys, Future of the Podcast
They're back! Mike, Cory and Teddy are back in this week's episode talking about their hunting seasons, turkey season, and the future of the podcast. Sit back and enjoy and stay tuned until the end to catch the guys talk...
03.05.2024
Episode 37-Where Have We Been??
Mike, Teddy and Cory join us this week to kick off the 2024 Podcast Season! The off season is upon us, so be sure to join us each episode as we have lots coming for the 2024 season!
01.11.2024
Episode 36- World Duck Recap and Moving Forward
Join Mike, Teddy and David Goos as they recap the World Calling Contests. The guys talk about how the hunting has been in their areas. Now that we are rolling into 2024, we are going to be firing the podcast back...
12.11.2023
Episode 35- World Goose and Qualified Biased Judges
Mike, Teddy and Cory are back after a little time off from traveling. The guys go over the Worlds results, and talk about judging, and what is considered "qualified" or what makes a "biased judge". Part 2 to follow...
10.26.2023
Episode 34- Haiden Richard
Haiden Richard joins The Hail Call this week. Haiden is a World Duck Calling Champion, as well as seasoned hunting and fishing guide. The guys talk about everything from Teal hunting, migrations, Speck hunting, and running huge groups of hunters.
10.05.2023
Episode 33- Still Summer??
Mike, Teddy and Cory join for Episode 33. The Guys talk about the migration, camo patterns, blind bags, sports and good ol WWF Wrestling! The mild fall is bringing a slow start to hunting season, but the best time of...
09.14.2023
Episode 32- Bobby Heim
Bobby Heim is a commercial waterman, as well as a champion caller. The guys talk about Crabbin', Dummy Ducks, and how the migration is unfolding in Canada!
09.07.2023
Episode 31- Season Kickoff!
Mike and Teddy do a first week recap of the hunting season so far! As a reminder, always make sure to check your local state and federal game laws to make sure you are legal! We hope everyone has a...
08.31.2023
Episode 30- Jeff Foiles
Jeff Foiles is the founder of Foiles Migrators, and has been waterfowl hunting for 60 years! Jeff has helped pave the way to help make the waterfowl industry what it is today. You can check out their calls and merchandise...
08.24.2023
Episode 29- Cole Foiles
Cole Foiles is of the Foiles Migrators. Cole has been traveling the country with his father Jeff Foiles since he was a kid, and competitive duck and goose caller for over 26 years!
08.17.2023
Episode 28- Hitting The Pavement
Join Mike, Teddy and Cory as they talk about several of the shows that have been happening across the country, and what the next few weeks look like as we get closer to hunting season!
08.10.2023
Episode 27- Kelley Powers Pt.2
Kelley Powers is back for another great episode! Kelley Powers is the 1999 World Goose Calling Champion, and 2000 Champion of Champions, the founder of Powers Calls, and Owner of Final Flight Outfitters in Union City, TN. Kelley has been...
08.03.2023
Episode 26- Kelley Powers Pt. 1
Kelley Powers is the 1999 World Goose Calling Champion, and 2000 Champion of Champions, the founder of Powers Calls, and Owner of Final Flight Outfitters in Union City, TN. Kelley has been in the outdoor industry for many years and...
07.27.2023
Episode 25- Joe Heintz
Joe Heintz joins The Hail Call this episode. Joe is a Social Media Content Creator, Waterfowl Brand Ambassador as well as Champion Caller. Listen as Joe gives the guys some Social Media advice, as well as talks about how he...
07.20.2023
Episode 24- Shawn Stahl
Shawn Stahl is the 2000 World Goose Calling Champion, Owner of the Fowl Pursuit Video Series. Shawn has been in the outdoor industry for many years and is heads the Goose Division at RNT Calls.
07.13.2023
Episode 23- Hunter Morrow
Hunter Morrow is a Champion Caller, and gives us a look at what it is like to live and hunt in New Zealand and the unbelievable hunting and scenery the country has to offer!
07.06.2023
Episode 22- Field Hudnall Pt. 2
Episode 22 is Part 2 of the Field Hudnall Story! Part 2 kicks off where we left off and the guys talk about everything from Noodling, contest calling and where the industry is headed today! Make sure you listen to Part...
06.29.2023
Episode 21- Field Hudnall Pt.1
Field Hudnall is a 2 time world goose, world live duck calling champion. Field is the Founder of Field Proven Calls, as well as head media creator for Home Grown Experience. Part 1 gives a look inside how Field got...
06.27.2023
Episode 20- Seth Roussel
Seth Roussel joins The Hail Call Podcast on this weeks episode. Seth is one of the best Novice Duck Callers in the country, and the winner of the ICA Novice Duck Contest. The guys talk about hunting the southern states,...
06.22.2023
Episode 19- Ashur Tolliver
Ashur Tolliver is the VP Of Dive Bomb Industires. Join Ashur, Cory Niccum, and Mike Benjamin as they talk about a HUGE upcoming event, new Dive Bomb Products, where Divebomb is going, and some tips for getting involved in the...
06.15.2023
Episode 18- Scott Threinen
Scott Threinen is a 3-time World Live Goose Calling Champion and the owner and founder of Molt Gear. Join us for some really in-depth conversation about migrations, pressure, hunters, and well as a Callapolooza recap! This one will definitely get...
06.08.2023
Episode 17 - The Stories Continue!
The guys go over everything from Out of State Hunting and Draws, Callapalooza, New Zealand Hunting, Sales Reps and More! Lots of great stories in this episode!
06.01.2023
Episode 16- John Taylor Pt.2
Mike, Teddy and Cory Pick up where they left off last week with Part 2 of the John Taylor experience.
05.25.2023
Episode 15- John Taylor
John Taylor is a true Waterfowl OG. John is a multiple World Champion and is the owner of Bay Country Calls. This episode is a true history lesson!
05.18.2023
Episode 14- Jody Niccum
Jody Niccum joins The Hail Call on this weeks episode! Jody is no stranger to the waterfowl world and gives a new view on some of the changes in the duck calling world and industry. The guys also cover Teddys...
05.11.2023
Episode 13- Spring is HERE!
The guys talk about everything from Teddy's inability to find a turkey, tresspassing, roosting birds, fishing tournaments, new ways to hunt animals, contests, and eating toast! We also go over a new project for The Hail Call, and what the...
04.25.2023
Episode 12- David Goos
Episode 12 brings David Goos to The Hail Call. David has been an active competition caller for several years, and is working his way up in the ranks! Listen as he gives a new outlook on what competition calling has...
02.17.2023
Episode 11 - Whats Next For The ICA
Mike Benjamin and Teddy Hoover do a season recap, and go over what the future holds for the ICA, and talk about the upcoming Snowgoose Season.
01.20.2023
Episode 10- Ringing In The New Year!
After a hectic 2022... Mike gets back on track with a recap of the World Championships, life struggles, and kicks off the new year with a quick look at things to come for 2023!
08.25.2022
Episode 9-When Worlds Collide
Episode 9 is a blast from the past! Robbie Iverson, Kile Jones and Mike Benjamin reflect on humble beginnings and how they got started into contest calling, and what it takes to become the best! This episode not only gives...
08.12.2022
Episode 8- Winds of Change
We are in the heart of contest season! Mike, Teddy and Dan Goetz go over results from the past couple week of contests around the country, what a success the novice circut has been, and upcomming events! Are the winds of...
08.05.2022
Episode 7 - Man Drama/Egos
We go over all of the drama that has happened this week. Please be sure to tune in. Thank you for all of the support!
07.29.2022
Episode 6 - Squadfest Recap and Rigging Calling Contests
Mike, Cory, and Teddy review the first ICA Sponsored Calling Contest at Squadfest and how Novice events keep getting better and better! Also covered, and somewhat controversial, how are contests rigged, stacking judges, and how to combat going into contests...
06.21.2022
Episode 5- The ELITE, Best of the Best with Cory Niccum
In Episode 5 Mike and Cory go over a bunch of controversial topics inlcuding WHO the BEST callers, Call Makers, $5000 Duck Calls, Best Places to Hunt, and who would you choose for your dream hunts!
05.27.2022
Episode 4- Mike and Teddy Hoover Breakdown Contest Routines Pt.1
Thinking about getting into contest calling, but don't know where to start? Mike and Teddy breakdown what a contest routine is, and the structure of each style of contest. Make sure to tune in to this episode, as well as...
04.14.2022
Episode 3- Stein and Larry take on the WORLD!
In this Episode of The Hail Call we are introduced to Lawrence Mauck aka "Larry". The guys go over all things contest calling, hunting, how widespread waterfowl hunting is, and how Larry is going to expand contest calling Internationally!
03.10.2022
Episode 2- Mike and Mike in the Morning!
In this week's episode, Mike Benjamin and Michael Steinmeyer go over the start of Steiny's Hunting and Calling Career. The ICA Online Meat Duck Round 1 is starting. Mike and Mike go over the Salt Lake City Contest, as well...
03.01.2022
Episode 1- The Hail Call Intro
In this Episode Mike Benjamin gives a little bit of his background in Contest Calling and gives an introduction to the International Callers Association. We are excited to get this Podcast rolling and we THANK YOU for giving it a...

What's The Hail Call about?

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The Hail Call episodes:

Episode 50 - We made it, a trip down memory lane, friendships.

Episode 49 - Upcoming Contests, Top 3 Hunting DVDs, How to Take Calling Criticism and Advice

Episode 48 - 737 Contest and Callapalooza Recap, Contest Superstitions, Top 3 Hunting Influencers

Episode 47 - Pintail Limit Increase? Bass Pro Shops x Mack's Prairie Wings Partnership, Top 3 Duck Calls, Hot Takes

Episode 46 - Molt Gear Founder Scott Threinen, Top 3 Canada Goose Calls

Episode 45 - Caller Spotlight, Hot Takes, Top 3 Post-Hunt Beverages

Episode 44 - Teddy Closes The Book on #TheQuestForOne, Jeff Foiles

Episode 43 - The Refugeman, Keith Allen

Episode 42 - Britney Selig, Sanction Contest Chair - World's Championship Duck Calling Contest

Episode 41 - Chance Wadsworth and David Goos recap Mile High Hunt Expo Contest, Is Meat Duck Taking Over Main Street?

Episode 40 - 2021 World Duck Calling Champion of Champions Michael Steinmeyer, Spring Turkey, Masters Picks, Addressing World Duck/World Goose Debate

Episode 39 - John Walls Talks Work, NASCAR Shed Hunting, Key Bridge Collapse, Product Spotlight

Episode 38 -We're back! Season Recaps, Talkin' Turkeys, Future of the Podcast

Episode 37-Where Have We Been??

Episode 36- World Duck Recap and Moving Forward

Episode 35- World Goose and Qualified Biased Judges

Episode 34- Haiden Richard

Episode 33- Still Summer??

Episode 32- Bobby Heim

Episode 31- Season Kickoff!

Episode 30- Jeff Foiles

Episode 29- Cole Foiles

Episode 28- Hitting The Pavement

Episode 27- Kelley Powers Pt.2

Episode 26- Kelley Powers Pt. 1

Episode 25- Joe Heintz

Episode 24- Shawn Stahl

Episode 23- Hunter Morrow

Episode 22- Field Hudnall Pt. 2

Episode 21- Field Hudnall Pt.1

Episode 20- Seth Roussel

Episode 19- Ashur Tolliver

Episode 18- Scott Threinen

Episode 17 - The Stories Continue!

Episode 16- John Taylor Pt.2

Episode 15- John Taylor

Episode 14- Jody Niccum

Episode 13- Spring is HERE!

Episode 12- David Goos

Episode 11 - Whats Next For The ICA

Episode 10- Ringing In The New Year!

Episode 9-When Worlds Collide

Episode 8- Winds of Change

Episode 7 - Man Drama/Egos

Episode 6 - Squadfest Recap and Rigging Calling Contests

Episode 5- The ELITE, Best of the Best with Cory Niccum

Episode 4- Mike and Teddy Hoover Breakdown Contest Routines Pt.1

Episode 3- Stein and Larry take on the WORLD!

Episode 2- Mike and Mike in the Morning!

Episode 1- The Hail Call Intro