Free Castin'

Hound Hunting: What a Waste!

The Most Overrated Things in Hound Hunting On this episode we're opening a can of worms and asking a question that every houndsman has an opinion on: What's the most overrated thing in hound hunting? Are we spending too much money on gear, dog food, supplements, tracking systems, lights, dog boxes, trucks, and gadgets that don't actually put more game in the tree? Or are some of these investments worth every penny? From social media-famous dogs to expensive equipment, we're separating what truly matters from what might just be draining our wallets. This isn't about bashing brands or people—it's about honest discussion from houndsmen who have spent years behind good dogs and learned what really makes a difference. Tonight we'll discuss: 🐾 Dog food and supplements 🐾 Tracking systems and technology 🐾 Dog boxes and truck builds 🐾 Hunting gear and gadgets 🐾 Bloodlines, papers, and hype 🐾 What actually makes a better houndsman Join the Conversation: What is the most overrated thing in hound hunting today? Drop your answer in the comments and tell us what piece of gear, trend, or product you think gets more credit than it deserves. Hounds, Mules, and Everything in Between. #FreeCastin #AnecdoteOfAHoundsman #HoundHunting #Houndsmen #LionHunting #BearHunting #CoonHunting #WorkingDogs #DogTracking #Garmin #HuntingPodcast #HoundDogLife #Conservation #ArizonaWorkingDogAlliance #HoundsMulesAndEverythingInBetween #HuntingGear #DogFood #OutdoorPodcast 🔥 Live Wednesday at 6 PM MST 🔥 On YouTube channel "Anecdote of a Houndsman"

OHV or back of a MULE?

This episode we're diving into one of the biggest debates in the hound hunting world: Mules vs. OHVs — Which is the better hound hunting rig? From pack mules in the backcountry to side-by-sides on the trail, we're breaking down the pros, cons, costs, access, reliability, and hunting experiences that come with each. Has modern technology made us better hunters, or have we lost something by leaving mule power behind? Whether you're riding a mule into rough country or chasing hounds from behind the wheel of a OHV, this conversation is for you. 🔥 Mule Power vs Horsepower 🔥 Wilderness Access vs Speed 🔥 Tradition vs Technology 🔥 Real Stories from Real Houndsmen #FreeCastin #HoundsMulesAndEverythingInBetween #HoundHunting #MulePower #OHVLife #SideBySide #Houndsmen #LionHunting #BearHunting #CoonHunting #MuleLife #HuntingPodcast #WorkingDogs #BackcountryHunting #ArizonaHoundsmen #HoundDogLife #ConservationThroughHunting

What’s REALLY Killing Hound Hunting?

On this episode of Free Castin’, we tackle a conversation that’s been building for a long time… What’s REALLY killing hound hunting? From division inside the hunting community and social media drama to rising costs, disappearing mentorship, technology dependence, and public perception — we break down the biggest threats facing modern houndsmen and the future of hound hunting itself. Are anti-hunters really the biggest problem… or are some of the issues coming from inside our own community? This episode gets honest about the state of hunting culture, conservation, young hunters leaving the sport, and what needs to change if we want the next generation to experience the same traditions we grew up loving. Whether you agree or disagree, this is a conversation every houndsman needs to hear. #FreeCastin #HoundHunting #Houndsmen #BearHunting #LionHunting #PredatorHunting #HuntingDogs #Conservation #PublicLand #OutdoorCulture #Garmin #Podcast Arizona Working Dog Alliance https://azwda.com [https://azwda.com] Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman https://www.youtube.com/@awda24 [https://www.youtube.com/@awda24] Mountain Daily Star mountaindailystar.com [http://mountaindailystar.com] https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/ [https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/] Cold Strike Gear https://coldstrikegear.com [https://coldstrikegear.com] https://www.youtube.com/@ColdStrikeGear [https://www.youtube.com/@ColdStrikeGear] Arizona Hound Hunters Rendezvous http://azhhr,com "Born 100 Years Too Late" https://www.youtube.com/@BrettVaughnB100 [https://www.youtube.com/@BrettVaughnB100] "Interviews, Stories and Tales" https://www.youtube.com/@InterviewsStoriesandTales [https://www.youtube.com/@InterviewsStoriesandTales] "Louisiana Hunting" https://www.youtube.com/@louisianahunting [https://www.youtube.com/@louisianahunting] CMW Investigations, LLC http://cmwpi.com "Anecdote of a Houndsman" live podcast "Free Castin" https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman [https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman] Watch these podcast live every Thursday night at 6PM MST!

Young dogs and their handlers, who's the worst?

Tonight on Free Castin’, we dive deep into one of the most debated topics in the hound world — young dogs. From starting pups too early, genetics vs training, trash breaking, grit, brains, pressure, and the mistakes that ruin more dogs than people realize, this episode is packed with honest opinions and real experience from houndsmen who’ve lived it. We talk about what separates average dogs from great ones, whether elite hounds are born or made, and how patience — or the lack of it — can completely shape a young dog’s future. The crew shares stories about pups that exceeded every expectation, dogs that never made it, and the lessons learned from both. If you’ve ever started a pup, ruined one, trained one, or dreamed about raising that once-in-a-lifetime hound, this episode is for you. Expect strong opinions, real stories, plenty of laughs, and a conversation every dog man can relate to. #FreeCastin #Houndsmen #YoungDogs #BearDogs #LionDogs #DogTraining #HoundHunting #WorkingDogs #HuntingPodcast #AnecdoteOfAHoundsman Arizona Working Dog Alliance https://azwda.com [https://azwda.com] Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman https://www.youtube.com/@awda24 [https://www.youtube.com/@awda24] Mountain Daily Star mountaindailystar.com [http://mountaindailystar.com] https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/ [https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/] Cold Strike Gear https://coldstrikegear.com [https://coldstrikegear.com] https://www.youtube.com/@ColdStrikeGear [https://www.youtube.com/@ColdStrikeGear] Arizona Hound Hunters Rendezvous http://azhhr,com "Born 100 Years Too Late" https://www.youtube.com/@BrettVaughnB100 [https://www.youtube.com/@BrettVaughnB100] "Interviews, Stories and Tales" https://www.youtube.com/@InterviewsStoriesandTales [https://www.youtube.com/@InterviewsStoriesandTales] "Louisiana Hunting" https://www.youtube.com/@louisianahunting [https://www.youtube.com/@louisianahunting] CMW Investigations, LLC http://cmwpi.com "Anecdote of a Houndsman" live podcast "Free Castin" https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman [https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman] Watch these podcast live every Thursday night at 6PM MST!

The problem with modern houndsmen!

Welcome back to another episode of Free Castin’! This one’s a packed house with stories, opinions, laughs, and straight-up houndsmen talk from across the country. Joining the show: * Chris Watson from the YouTube channel Anecdote of a Houndsman * Brett Vaughn from Born 100 Years Too Late * Jeremy Purvis from Louisiana Hunting * Dustin with Cold Strike Gear * Jarrod Fischer with South Ridge Guide Service Later in the episode, Cody King jumps on to talk about his recent hunting trip down in Mexico. We cover everything from a jaw-dropping $100,000 mule sold at auction, to the reality of rattlesnake-bit dogs, and then dive deep into the pros and cons of the modern houndsman. From old-school values to social media, technology, competition, and the changing culture around hunting dogs, nobody holds back in this episode. If you enjoy real conversations about hounds, hunting culture, dogs, western life, and the people keeping the tradition alive, this episode is for you. #FreeCastin #Houndsmen #BearDogs #LionDogs #MuleStories #ColdStrikeGear #HuntingPodcast #AnecdoteOfAHoundsman #Born100YearsTooLate #LouisianaHunting Arizona Working Dog Alliance https://azwda.com [https://azwda.com] Where we talk a lot of politics that effects the American Sportsman https://www.youtube.com/@awda24 [https://www.youtube.com/@awda24] Mountain Daily Star mountaindailystar.com [http://mountaindailystar.com] https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/ [https://mountaindailystar.com/free-roaming-arizona-horses-series-episode-1-heber-horses/] Cold Strike Gear https://coldstrikegear.com [https://coldstrikegear.com] https://www.youtube.com/@ColdStrikeGear [https://www.youtube.com/@ColdStrikeGear] Arizona Hound Hunters Rendezvous http://azhhr,com "Born 100 Years Too Late" https://www.youtube.com/@BrettVaughnB100 [https://www.youtube.com/@BrettVaughnB100] "Interviews, Stories and Tales" https://www.youtube.com/@InterviewsStoriesandTales [https://www.youtube.com/@InterviewsStoriesandTales] "Louisiana Hunting" https://www.youtube.com/@louisianahunting [https://www.youtube.com/@louisianahunting] CMW Investigations, LLC http://cmwpi.com "Anecdote of a Houndsman" live podcast "Free Castin" https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman [https://www.youtube.com/@AnecdoteofaHoundsman] Watch these podcast live every Thursday night at 6PM MST!