The HUNTXP Podcast

Two Hunters and an Enviormental Activist Walk into a Podcast... | ft Robin Greenfeild

Two hunters. One environmental activist. Twenty years since they last sat down together. In this episode of HUNTXP, Ashland, Wisconsin natives Jonny BeBeau and JD Larson reconnect with former high school soccer teammate and internationally known environmental activist and forager Robin Greenfield. What started as a reunion became one of our most unexpected conversations yet. Robin has spent years challenging modern food systems and exploring what it means to live in deeper relationship with the natural world. At the time of recording, he is immersed in a year-long campaign to forage 100% of his food and medicine—harvesting everything from herbs and greens to mushrooms, fruits, meat, and even salt while traveling with a mobile pantry of more than 30 wild foods and medicines to share at talks and interviews. Meanwhile… we’re hunters. So we asked the question: What do hunters and environmental activists actually have in common? Turns out—a lot. We talk conservation, fishing, food systems, sourcing protein from the land, sustainability, growing up in Ashland, old soccer stories, and why people often portrayed as opposites may share more values than they realize. Robin also shares about his new documentary film and his current work helping launch the 1 Million Community Fruit Trees Initiative. This one isn’t about agreement on everything. It’s about conversation. And it’s one we think more people should have. 00:00 – Reuniting after 20 years 05:20 – Robin’s return to northern Wisconsin 12:15 – What hunters and environmentalists have in common 22:40 – Foraging 100% of food and medicine 35:30 – Fishing, food sourcing, and conservation 49:00 – Sustainability, values, and community 1:02:00 – Robin’s documentary and what’s next Website: https://www.robingreenfield.org Year of Foraging: https://www.robingreenfield.org/foraging/ Why Robin Is Foraging 100% of His Food and Medicine: https://www.robingreenfield.org/foraging/why/ Foraging Guidelines: https://www.robingreenfield.org/foraging-guidelines/ 1 Million Community Fruit Trees Initiative: https://www.robingreenfield.org/fruit-trees/ Food Freedom (Book): https://www.robingreenfield.org/foodfreedom/ Start Here Guide: https://www.robingreenfield.org/start-here/ FAQ About Robin: https://www.robingreenfield.org/faq/ Robin in the Media: https://www.robingreenfield.org/media/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robjgreenfield/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RobinGreenfield Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobinGreenfield Website: https://huntxp.com Listen to The HUNTXP Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. #hunting #foraging #robingreenfield #conservation #podcast #wildfood #outdoors #huntxp #ashlandwi #sustainability #fishing #publicland #foodfreedom TIMESTAMPSLearn More About Robin GreenfieldFollow RobinMore from HUNTXP

HUNTSTOCK Founders Pat & Pat Explain Why Hunting Needed Its Own Festival

What happens when two diehard hunters with addictive personalities, event-planning experience, and a vision for bringing the hunting community together decide to build something different? You get HUNTSTOCK. In this episode of the HUNTXP Podcast, JD and Jonny sit down with Pat Burns and Pat Guyette — the founders of HUNTSTOCK — to talk about how this hunting festival was born, why traditional expos were missing the mark, and how they’re creating a true “deer camp meets hunting festival” experience for hunters across the country.The guys dive into: * The origins of HUNTSTOCK * Why community matters in hunting * What makes HUNTSTOCK different from a standard hunting expo * Stories from the Northeast hunting scene * Shed hunting obsession, suburban whitetails, and big woods hunting * The energy and atmosphere hunters can expect this summerIf you’ve ever wished deer camp lasted all weekend with live podcasts, hunting legends, gear vendors, campfire stories, and nonstop camaraderie — this episode is for you. 🔥 BONUS FOR LISTENERS 🔥Use code XP40 at checkout for $40 OFF your HUNTSTOCK registration.This code is limited to the first 10 people who use it — so don’t wait.Get tickets and learn more at: HUNTSTOCK Eventshttps://huntstockevents.com/

HUNT & HANG: The Hangr Co Story: Luc Douglas on Building Better Euro Mount Brackets

USE CODE “HUNTXP” for 15% off at theHangr.coLuc Douglas from The Hangr Co joins the HUNTXP Podcast to talk Kansas hunting, bowhunting, 3D archery, turkey season, and the story behind building a small hunting business from the ground up.Luc is a lifelong Kansan from Abilene who got pulled deeper into bowhunting through 3D archery and eventually started creating better ways to display European skull mounts. What began as a favor for a family taxidermist turned into The Hangr Co, a Kansas-based company making American-made skull mounting brackets for whitetail, mule deer, antelope, sheep, turkey fans, elk, moose, African game, and more.In this episode, we talk about the early trial-and-error versions of Luc’s skull brackets, why some euro mounts spin or sit loose, how his uncle helped simplify the design, and what makes The Hangr Co’s products different. We also get into Kansas deer country, turkey fan mounts, shed hangers, bowhunting antelope and aoudad, and why every trophy deserves to be displayed well.Check out The Hangr Co: https://www.thehangrco.com/Show NotesIn this episode, JD and Jonny sit down with Luc Douglas, founder of The Hangr Co, a small Kansas-based company making American-made brackets for European skull mounts, turkey fans, sheds, and other hunting trophies.Luc shares how he grew up around bowhunting in Kansas, how 3D archery helped pull him and his wife deeper into the hunting world, and how marrying into a farming family didn’t hurt his whitetail opportunities either. He also breaks down what Kansas hunting really looks like around Abilene and the Flint Hills: hedgerows, farm fields, creek bottoms, pinch points, and just enough timber to make things interesting.The heart of the conversation is the origin story of The Hangr Co. Luc started making skull hangers as a favor for his wife’s cousin, who was doing European mounts and wanted a better, more affordable bracket. After plenty of rough prototypes, spinning skulls, round bar designs, rebar experiments, welding, grinding, and trial and error, Luc eventually simplified the design into the flat bracket system that became the foundation of The Hangr Co.The guys also talk through The Hangr Co product lineup, including original wall mounts, standoff brackets, inside corner mounts, table stands, H2 brackets for bigger skulls, turkey fan mounts, and a new shed hanger Luc has been working on. Luc explains why fit matters, how to properly seat a skull on the bracket, and why he cares so much about making a mount that doesn’t distract from the trophy itself.They also swap hunting stories, including Luc’s Kansas turkey hunt, bowhunting antelope, chasing aoudad, and why turkey hunting can feel like the easiest thing in the world one minute and the most impossible thing the next.Key Topics* Luc Douglas’ Kansas hunting background* Getting into 3D archery and bowhunting as an adult* Hunting around Abilene, Kansas and the Flint Hills* How The Hangr Co started* Building a better European skull mount bracket* Why early designs failed or let skulls spin* American-made skull mounting brackets* Turkey fan mounts and beard/spur display options* Shed hanger prototypes* Displaying whitetail, antelope, sheep, elk, moose, turkey fans, and more* Small business, craftsmanship, and hunting stories

The Man & Story Behind Gobbler Ridge Turkey Calls

Turkey season is here—and instead of just talking tactics, we sat down with a guy who lives and breathes it from a different angle. This episode features Josh Ermer, owner and call maker behind Gobbler Ridge Turkey Calls—a small-batch operation built from the ground up by a diehard hunter who learned the craft the hard way. We get into how he went from a kid getting his first bird called in by his grandpa… to building calls that are now killing birds across the country This one’s part storytelling, part craftsmanship, and part practical advice on what actually works in the woods. Josh’s story is about as real as it gets: * Started turkey hunting at 12 * Shot his first bird in 2003 with his grandpa * Watched a box call pull birds from 600 yards * That moment stuck—and turned into an obsession   That early experience didn’t just hook him on hunting—it hooked him on how sound influences birds. Like most guys in this space, it didn’t start as a business. * Began experimenting with calls in high school * Started with box calls first, then expanded * Early production run: ~80 calls to test and learn   What stands out is how much of it was trial and error—not theory. One of the biggest takeaways from Josh: * Grain direction in wood is critical * The interaction between paddle and box creates the sound * Small variations = completely different tones   That’s the difference between: * A call that “makes noise” * And one that kills birds consistently Josh dropped something interesting: His take: * Box calls are the easiest to learn * They offer better range for locating birds * They’re one of the most effective tools—especially early And yet… tons of guys skip them entirely. If you strip it down to what works: * Start with a box call for volume and distance * Cover ground and strike birds from trails or high points   * Transition to softer calls (pot or mouth) * Close the distance and adjust based on response If you’re building a simple, effective kit: * His Stage 5 Cleaner (current go-to) * Slate → easiest to learn * Ceramic → more durable, works in wet conditions   * Split V or Batwing for versatility   Also worth noting: One of the best parts of the episode wasn’t about gear—it was about passing it on. Josh shared the story of his son’s first turkey: * Long hours with no success the first year * Came back the next season and did it right * Bird worked off the roost, into decoys, and got it done That full-circle moment—from being the kid to being the mentor—is what sticks.   * Calling matters more than most guys think * Box calls are massively underutilized * Sound quality comes down to craftsmanship details * There’s no “one-size-fits-all” call—especially with diaphragms * Teaching the next generation is as rewarding as killing birds There’s a difference between buying gear… and understanding it. Josh isn’t just building turkey calls—he’s building tools that reflect years of trial, failure, and figuring out what actually makes birds respond. And if you listen close in this episode, you’ll pick up a few things that might just help you kill one this spring. 🧠 How It All Started🔨 Getting Into Call Making🎯 What Actually Matters in a Turkey CallIt’s not just the call—it’s the details🦃 The Most Underrated Call in Turkey Hunting. A shocking number of hunters don’t even use a box call  🔊 Call Strategy (What He Actually Uses)Locating Birds Working Birds🧰 Recommended Call Setup (From Josh)Box CallPot CallMouth CallMouth calls are highly individual—what works for one hunter might not work for another.  🏹 The Moment That Makes It Worth It💡 Key Takeaways🔥 Quote From the Episode“I couldn’t believe that box call pulled those birds from 600 yards… that’s what stuck with me.”  🏁 Final Thought

BONUS: Dan Infalt on HUNSTOCK – What It Is & Why It Matters

This BONUS episode is focused on HUNSTOCK with Dan Infalt (The Hunting Beast). We break down what Hunstock really is, why it’s gained traction, and what hunters actually get out of it. Dan shares his perspective on the value of learning from others, adapting in the field, and surrounding yourself with serious hunters. If you’ve been curious about Hunstock—or wondering if it’s worth it—this episode gives you a real look at it.