Duck Hunting and Goose Hunting is in our blood and we live it everyday! The Midwest Flyways Podcast is an authentic take on waterfowl hunting from Midwest Flyways. Duck and goose hunting has continued to evolve throughout the years and we aim to connect duck hunting traditions with the future of waterfowling. If you‘re passionate about ducks and geese then come hang with Joey Vassallo and Cal Ness as they talk duck hunting, goose hunting and everything else in between.
Episodes
Aug 14, 2025
Aug 14, 2025
56 min
This week we welcome back one of our founding members, Conor Olstad. Conor owns a media company called Olstad Media and he works with lots of different outdoor companies producing media and assisting with multiple other facets of media direction and production. He talks about some of his recent projects and travels as well as some of his hunting experiences. We talk elk, the backcountry and then we draft worst rookie hunter mistakes. Go check out what Conor has been up to on Instagram and his website. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Aug 12, 2025
Aug 12, 2025
14 min
This week we welcome back one of our good friends and co-founder of Midwest Flyways, Conor Olstad! Conor has travelled all over the country hunting birds, deer, big game and more. Join us for Ten Minute Tuesday as we play a new round of Say What! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Aug 7, 2025
Aug 7, 2025
58 min
This week we’re getting in that waterfowl season mindset. Things are starting to feel like we’re almost there with shows in full swing and the prospects of early goose hunting right around the corner. We talk about some funny life stuff, Joey and Carter share their love of soap cutting videos and we play Say What?! Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Aug 5, 2025
Aug 5, 2025
20 min
This week we draft what we think are things that are overrated. Some answers may hurt some feelings but we keep it real! Have you used or seen something that’s become popular that you just don’t understand? So have we and we break it down on this week’s Ten Minute Tuesday. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Aug 1, 2025
Aug 1, 2025
1 hr 16 min
This week we talk about a few current events including what in the world is going on with Christian Wilkins and him kissing his teammates. We also spend most of the episode breaking down our top ten male athletes of all time. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Jul 31, 2025
Jul 31, 2025
1 hr 4 min
This week we’re joined by Ben Marleau from Beavertail and DOA Decoys. We talk about his last season and what it’s been like for him and his buddies to take their kids out in the field with them. There can’t be enough said for taking new hunters, young or old, out to experience a duck or goose hunt for their first time. That’s always been our goal at Midwest Flyways. We also talk whether he likes ducks or geese better, how tariffs are affecting costs, and plenty of hunting poop talk to mix things up! Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Jul 29, 2025
Jul 29, 2025
15 min
This week we’re joined by special guest, Ben Marleau to play Say What for Ten Minute Tuesday. Having someone new give perspective to how wild Carter’s questioning has gotten. Cal and Joey stay neck and neck down the stretch. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Jul 25, 2025
Jul 25, 2025
47 min
This week we wanted to break down the most clutch shooters in NBA history. Things get a little contentious as the boys go through their lists and some of us are a bit more prepared than others. Do you agree with our lists or did we miss something? Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Jul 24, 2025
Jul 24, 2025
58 min
This week we get into some questions that were sent in to us by some of you guys! We talk especially about early season hunting. A little early but why not get our minds headed in that direction! We also draft guys we wouldn’t lend our gear to and Joey’s family drops by for an impromptu guest appearance! We talk with Joey’s dad Rob about all the land management work he did back in the day to create duck habitat. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP
Jul 22, 2025
Jul 22, 2025
21 min
This week we have a very special TMT for you guys. A Say What presented by Joey Vassallo himself. Joey came up with what he claims are the best questions ever. Carter and Cal play to see if Carter actually knows as much ball as he says he knows. Listen in for epic failure. At least for one side. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
(Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby
Support Conservation: DU
(Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Live Free: Turtlebox
Add motion to your spread: Flashback
Better Merch: /SHOP