Location:
United States
Description:
The Big Honker Podcast is your ultimate authority on all things waterfowl hunting!! The show's hosts are Jeff Stanfield, owner of Stanfield Hunting Outfitters and Andy Shaver, head guide at Stanfield Hunting Outfitters. You will not find a duo more knowledgeable about the hunting industry than these two! Join them as they give you an all access pass into what most hunters dream about, which is to hunt for a living! Not only will they be giving you a peek behind the curtain on what its like to run one of North America's largest outfitters but each episode will be filled with discussions on topics such as scouting, decoy spreads, migration and hatch reports, product reviews, retriever training, calling tips and techniques, as well as tactics they use everyday to make each hunt a success... Couple that with the occasional tall tale from past hunts and special guests interviews from waterfowl industry leaders this show will be a fun ride and a must listen for everyone from the most hardcore hunter to the hunter that only hits the field twice a year.
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.bighonkerpodcast.com
Episodes
Episode #1064: Trevor Austin & Alex Yerges
4/6/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Trevor Austin and Alex Yerges from Pacific Calls as they gear up for their 3rd annual Turkey Rodeo. The guys break down what to expect from this year’s event, including new additions and changes aimed at making it even more entertaining around the shop.
They also talk turkey numbers in the Pacific Northwest, reflect on a challenging waterfowl season, and share their perspectives on recent regulation changes affecting American freelance waterfowl hunters heading into Canada.
Duration:01:21:03
🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Dangerous Toys & Weddings
4/3/2026
In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.
In this episode, Jeff looks back at some of the most dangerous toys for children to ever come to market, and Andy tells how the modern wedding has grown to become a $65 billion industry.
This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.
Duration:00:14:28
Public Land - Delaware - Riley Hicks
4/3/2026
This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.
In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Riley Hicks from Delaware, who—unlike many others featured in this series—actually had a solid waterfowl season. Riley breaks down what made the difference for him in Delaware.
The guys dive into brant hunting along the Delaware coast, the brutally early wake-up calls required to be on the X, and the key windows that make or break a hunt in that region. Riley also shares some of the wild and unpredictable experiences he’s had hunting out on the ocean.
This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.
Duration:01:00:16
Episode #1063: World on Fire pt. 26
4/2/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver dive into some of the biggest headlines making waves right now. Recording just ahead of President Trump addressing the nation, the guys share their thoughts on rising tensions in Iran and how they think the situation could unfold, they look at new evidence in the Charlie Kirk assassination.
They also touch on the broader implications of what’s happening globally before shifting gears and ending on a lighter note—talking football and breaking down the latest storylines coming out of NFL free agency.
Duration:01:08:54
Episode #1062: Jeff Coats
4/1/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by one of the most well-known names in sea duck hunting, Jeff Coats of Pit Boss Waterfowl. Jeff breaks down his season chasing sea ducks along the Atlantic, including the highs, the challenges, and some of the unusual birds that mixed in with the typical species he sees each year.
The conversation also dives into the craft of hand carving decoys, and an epic waterfowl road trip he made through Canada last October that he plans to run back this year.
Duration:01:17:38
Episode #1061: Arthur Rhodes
3/30/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by former MLB pitcher Arthur Rhodes, who spent 20 years in the big leagues and capped off his career with a World Series championship with the St. Louis Cardinals. Arthur reflects on a career that spanned two decades, sharing stories from different eras of baseball and the changes he witnessed along the way.
He also dives into his mindset every time he took the mound, what a typical game day looked like throughout his career, and the intensity that comes with competing at the highest level. And even after all these years, Arthur opens up about a lingering grudge he still carries against a former player and why bad blood in baseball never truly fades.
Duration:01:17:32
🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨The Leather Man
3/27/2026
In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.
In this episode, Jeff discusses the history of modern household appliances while Andy shares a New England folklore legend of The Leather Man.
This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.
Duration:00:15:14
Public Land - Massachusetts - Kevin Patterson
3/27/2026
This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.
In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Kevin Patterson, who hunts the public marshes and coastal waters of Massachusetts. Kevin walks through what a typical morning looks like in New England, where changing tides dictate everything—from how ducks move to where they choose to roost.
The guys dive into his approach to fooling wary black ducks, the hard lessons he learned navigating unfamiliar public ground after making the move from Texas, and the unique challenges of hunting pressured birds in tight coastal environments. Kevin also shares his passion for honoring the roots of waterfowl hunting by choosing traditional wooden decoys.
This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.
Duration:01:11:08
Episode #1060: Tanner Horton
3/26/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tanner Horton of the bluegrass band The Creekers, fresh off signing a record deal with Warner Bros. Tanner shares the story behind the band’s rapid rise, including the viral hit that caught the attention of major labels and led to their big break.
The conversation dives into the resurgence of bluegrass music across America, the moment they officially signed with Warner Bros., and how the band approaches songwriting. They also look ahead to life on the road, with tour plans heating up for the spring and summer.
Duration:01:17:16
Episode #1059: Looking Glass Q1
3/25/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Logan Pyeatt and Rebel Herron from the Looking Glass Podcast for their quarterly “meeting of the minds”—where conspiracy theories get dissected, world news gets debated, and the bourbon flows.
This round is loaded with topics, including America’s military activity in Iran, recent developments surrounding newly released UFO-related files and the disappearance of a retired Air Force general tied to the UFO community, and Logan’s latest attempt to connect the dots on who is really to blame for most of the world’s problems.
Duration:01:42:25
Episode #1058: Zach Gibbs
3/24/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Zach Gibbs from Georgia to talk about a true hunt of a lifetime—chasing eiders in Greenland. Zach walks through the ups and downs of the trip, including an air travel nightmare that cost his group a full day of hunting, and what it’s like navigating the remote conditions of one of the wildest places on earth.
They also dive into the food and accommodations in Greenland, the challenges of hunting sea ducks in harsh conditions, and the moment Zach finally connected on a King Eider.
Duration:01:11:52
🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Cars & Conspiracy Theories
3/20/2026
In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.
In this episode, Jeff lists the top selling cars in America while Andy looks at government conspiracy theories that have turned out to be true.
This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.
Duration:00:15:29
Public Land - Louisiana - Wesley Sparkman
3/20/2026
This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.
In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Wesley Sparkman, who spends his off days chasing ducks in the great state of Louisiana. A member of the Bossier City Fire Department, Wesley talks about balancing life as a firefighter with the grind of hunting the public land on the Red River and making the most of every window he gets in the field.
The guys break down highlights from the past season, including the warm-weather, stale patterns that challenged waterfowl hunters across the country. They also dive into the benefits of a firefighter’s schedule for a serious hunter, swap stories about less-than-ideal blind conditions, and the kind of uninvited guests you sometimes run into when you’re tucked away in the timber.
This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.
Duration:01:11:41
Episode #1057: Seth Wooten
3/19/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Seth Wooten from the great state of Mississippi. Seth grew up duck hunting on the Mississippi River and he has learned all the hidden honey holes the river has hidden away.
They discuss learning to respect the power of the river at an early age, respecting other hunters nearby, memorable hunts in miserable conditions, the art of turkey hunting, and the time in his life where didn’t follow every hunting regulation to the letter of the law.
Duration:01:33:59
Episode #1056: Matt Roskam
3/16/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Matt Roskam to break down one of the hottest and most talked-about developments in the country right now: data centers.
Having worked in data centers all over the world, Matt brings firsthand knowledge to the conversation, explaining what a data center actually is, how these massive facilities operate, and some of the biggest misconceptions people have about them. He also discusses why the number of data centers being built across America is rapidly increasing and what that growth could mean for communities, infrastructure, and the future of technology.
Duration:01:18:36
🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Spam & Free Agency
3/13/2026
In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.
In this episode, Jeff explains how and why cheap food was invented, Andy looks at the top Free Agent signing in NFL history.
This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.
Duration:00:17:05
Episode #1055: Devlin Hodges
3/13/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Devlin “Duck” Hodges to talk about the launch of his new apparel line, Club County, a brand aimed at the crossover between the outdoor and golf worlds.
Devlin also looks back on his playing days at Samford University and how the modern NIL landscape might have changed the way he approached choosing a college. The conversation also turns to youth sports and where many parents may be missing the mark when it comes to their kids’ development.
They also dive into the role of positivity in the hunting community and how Devlin is creating a laid-back, entertaining space for hunters through his YouTube content.
Duration:01:11:30
Episode #1054: World on Fire pt. 25
3/12/2026
Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver tackle several of the biggest topics making headlines right now. The guys share their thoughts on the recent U.S. airstrikes in Iran and how they believe the situation could unfold moving forward, and how President Trump seems to be moving away from the “America First” slogan he ran on.
The conversation shifts to the growing difficulty of achieving the American Dream—especially when it comes to owning a home—as rising costs continue to put pressure on young families, before wrapping things up with a lighter discussion about the start of free agency in the National Football League.
Duration:01:27:14
Public Land Series - Ohio - Bridger Cline
3/11/2026
This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.
In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Bridger Cline, who spends his seasons chasing ducks and geese in the Buckeye State. Bridger breaks down the process of hunting public marshes in Ohio, how they stand out in a crowded marsh, and how the season ultimately shaped up for them. The guys also talk about some of the changes Bridger noticed this past year and what it might mean for future seasons.
This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.
Duration:01:02:25
🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨Mascots
3/6/2026
In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.
In this episode, Jeff lists the most watched shows of all time and Andy tells the crazy story of how Doritos were invented.
This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.
Duration:00:18:04