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
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Our good buddy, Paul Heigel, joins the podcast again to talk about a bunch of different things. Paul is busy spacing away pushing snow around in MN and we’re all freezing our asses off. Paul is known to be quite the chef, so we talk a bit about his favorite ways to cook duck and learn a couple new recipes. With a few people lately we’ve had some wild stories about the early days of spinning wing decoys and Paul shares a couple of his memories of them coming out before getting on to some other fun stories from his early days of waterfowl hunting. 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
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
This week Cal is joined by Luke Timmons from Wild Faith. Wild Faith is a channel and podcast centered around Faith and how it intersects with life in the outdoors. Luke and Cal recap their trip to Kansas and what worked vs. what didn’t. We also talk about finding something more and the effect that can have on your life. Luke shares some stories from his hunts this past year including sketchy overnights on public land, running a marathon with a crazy injury and more. 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
Friday Feb 07, 2025
Friday Feb 07, 2025
This week we had some weather move into MN that made travel a bit difficult so we tried out a virtual podcast. Apologies for any crappy audio you might hear, we’re working on fixing audio quality for these should we need to be virtual again. This week we discuss the insane Luka trade to the Lakers and why anyone would ever make this trade in the first place. We also talk Super Bowl preview and make our picks and predictions for the big game. 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
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
This week the boys get back together after being on the road separately for a few days. We talk about the hunts Cal and Joey went on to finish their years including some cool stories and what worked vs what didn’t. We also talk about the good and bad from the 2024 season and finish with a Say What segment. 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
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Are the missed calls in the Buffalo vs. KC series tainting Patrick Mahomes legacy as he looks to become the new GOAT? This week we discuss a debated topic concerning Patrick Mahomes and what he’s really looking to accomplish in his career. We discuss the Buffalo Bills vs. Chiefs saga and ask whether or not these little calls being missed are changing the outcome of the game. How can they not be? We also talk quarterbacks being too protected now and how the NFL needs to change its tendencies to improve the game. 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
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
This week Joey and Carter meet up to talk about Joeys recent hunt where he shot a banded cinnamon teal. He also talks about bringing birds home in his carry on luggage, what’s happening at shot show, and his duck call being stuck bad on his recent trip. 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
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
This week we wanted to highlight some of the people we grew up watching on shows and films that inspired us to pursue outdoor traditions hunting and fishing. I’m sure our listeners have some people they looked up to growing up and even now. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson
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
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Gear Guy Gavin is fresh off a trip to St. Paul Island to hunt King Eider. For most of us, this would be considered a dream bucket list type hunt. Even the pinnacle trip for many. Gavin relives the trip and gives us a look at what it really takes to make a trip for king eiders work. From the planning and how to get there to the actual hunting, he gives a great view of what that trip really involves. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson
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
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
This week for Ten Minute Tuesday, Cal and Gavin are fresh off a couple of hunting trips and we want to revisit how to pack for a trip. We’re doing this in part because Gavin is realizing he always overpacks, a realization Cal had last year. We discuss how to pair things down and be realistic about what you actually need on a hunting trip. Lugging around extra gear is only a pain in the ass for one person, YOU! Listen in to rethink how you travel. Be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson
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
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
The NFL Playoffs are in full swing and the boys get together to discuss. Cal, Gavin and Carter are joined by our buddy Nathaniel and we get into some good back and forth about what has transpired in sports lately. We also relive some of our worst takes of the year, including Carter’s awful MVP prediction. And don’t worry, we discuss the painful close to the season for the Minnesota Vikings as the heartache and suffering continues in the North. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Dream Job: Nick Johnson
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