Petersen's Hunting Adventures
by Joe Ferronato and David Draper
Join co-hosts David Draper and Joe Ferronato, along with a rotating cast of the most experienced, successful hunters from around the world, as they relive their most memorable hunts, hardships and adventures in a fun no-holds-barred forum. Just like all our channels, the podcast will entertain and educate with cutting-edge tips and techniques and hard-won knowledge from our experienced staff who have been around the globe in search of hunting adventure. You’ll also get a close look at the latest and greatest gear, and hear from the industry leaders on what’s new in the world of hunting.
Episodes
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Episode 52: Rafe Nielsen and Shawn Skipper
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Shawn Skipper of Leupold and Rafe Nielsen of Browning. The three recount their amazing hunt for Arctic grizzly bears. Just three friends talking about an epic hunting experience and the journey to finding success.
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Episode 51: Rafe Nielsen and Shawn Skipper
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Rafe Nielsen and Shawn Skipper from Browning and Leupold. This podcast is three friends joking around the night before they embark on an epic hunt for grizzly bears in remote Alaska. They talk about gear, packing, excitement, anticipation and just have a good...
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Episode 50: Dave Matheny
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Dave Matheny, founder and CEO of Silencer Shop. The two discuss what spurred Dave to start the company, his passions for hunting and shooting, why suppressors are beneficial to the hunter, how easy it actually is to own a silencer and much more.
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Episode 49: Vici Peters
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Gold Ring Product Line Manager Vici Peters from Leupold. They go in depth on riflescopes, glass and function in the field. If you were wondering what goes into a scope and how the design and manufacturing helps field performance, you won't want to miss this one.
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Episode 48: Jim Shockey
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Jim Shockey. Jim has dedicated his life to hunting and understanding the pursuit around the world. The two talk about conservation, the war on wildlife, talking with anti-hunters, traveling, different hunting cultures around the world and much more. You won't...
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Episode 47: Rob Gearing
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Found and CEO Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision Equipment. Rob is a wealth of knowledge and a dedicated hunter. The two talk about Rob's background, hunting in England and the differences between our two countries, backcountry adventures, mountain equipment,...
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Episode 46: David Draper and Dale Evans
This week, the Petersen's HUNTING team talks about upcoming adventures, gear for the pursuit and whole lot more. This show covers all the fun hunts we have coming up this fall, what content you can expect to see from us and what new gear for 2023 we are excited to put to the test in the field.
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Episode 45: Nic De Castro
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Nic De Castro, founder of Land Trust. For those of you who don't know, Land Trust is basically the Airbnb for the outdoorsman. They talk about hunting, fishing and the outdoors, how land access is the greatest tool for keeping hunters in the field and how the...
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Episode 44: Chris Powell
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Chris Powell from Houndsman XP. The take a deep dive into running hounds, training, conservation and predator control. They talk about protecting the heritage of the sport, adventures with hounds and much more.
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Episode 43: Josh Walker
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Josh Walker. Josh is a retired NFL football player, an avid hunter and a wealth of great stories. The two discuss Josh's football career, what got him into hunting and how he is now retired and spending as much time in the field as he can. If you like…
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Episode 42: Del Barber
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Del Barber. Del is a Canadian musician who, when not on tour with his band or writing new songs, takes up farming and is an avid hunter. He spends as much time as he can in the outdoors which, in turn, inspires his music. The two talk hunting adventures,...
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Episode 41: Grace Sturdivant
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Digital Editor Dale Evans and Doctor of Audiology Grace Sturdivant. Grace is the owner and founder of OtoPro Technologies and the three discuss everything about ear protection in the field. It is important to protect your hearing, and Grace gives the best…
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Episode 40: Shawn Skipper
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Shawn Skipper from Leupold. The two talk about optics, hunting trips, red dots for hunting turkeys, Alaska adventures and much more. Also, hear about our 50th Anniversary giveaway.
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Episode 39: Josh Smith
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Josh Smith from Montana Knife Company. The two discuss heritage, hunting knives, what it takes to become a bladesmith, the idea for the booming company, the drive and dedication it takes to start a business and much more. You won't want to miss this one.
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Episode 38: Isaac Smith and Ben Eipert
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Isaac Smith and Ben Eipert, who are the brains behind Method Archery. The three discuss arrows, building a solid setup, the science about archery and clean kills, FOC, their arrow algorithm and much more.
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Episode 37: Jace Bauserman
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Jace Bauserman. Jace is a contributor to the magazine and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hunting the West, especially with a bow, and he's an ultramarathon runner. The two talk about Jace's hunting history, archery setups and techniques, different...
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Episode 36: David Draper
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by David Draper to discuss turkeys. David just returned form Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula chasing the elusive and unique oscellated turkey. The two talk about turkeys, the addiction that comes with turkey hunting, international adventure, food, cooking and the...
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Episode 35: Brian Lynn
This week, Joe Ferronato sits down with Brian Lynn from the Sportmen's Alliance. The two talk about myriad of issues facing hunters and anglers across the country. Anti-hunting groups are attacking our way of life and the Sportmen's Alliance is at the forefront of the battle against them. The two...
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Episode 34: Brad Brooks
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Argali Co-Founder and CEO Brad Brooks. Brad is a hardcore backcountry hunter who makes purpose-built gear for likeminded people.The two talk about Brad's background as a hunter, what spurred him to start the company, how he has adapted the gear to fit a…
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Episode 33: Joseph von Benedikt
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Joseph von Benedikt. Joseph, who is a long contributor to Petersen's Hunting, shares his knowledge on backcountry hunting, long-range shooting and much more. The two talk about adventure, skills, preparedness and how to make the most out of your next Western...
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Episode 32: Seth Swerczek
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Seth Swerczek of Hornady. Seth is the marketing and communications manger for the company but spent a long time behind the scenes developing some of Hornady's best-selling products. The two take a deep dive into ballistics, cartridge development, long-range...
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Episode 31: Scott Bakken
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by CEO and cofounder of Dialed Archery, Scott Bakken. The two talk about archery hunting, the need for competition in the industry, adventures and the grit it takes to build a quality product and launch a business in an overly saturated market. Scott and his…
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Episode 30: Josh Kirchner
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Josh Kirchner, or as many may know him Dialed in Hunter. Josh is a successful outdoor writer and has published a do-all book about backpack hunting. The two talk about backcountry adventures, gear, archery equipment, knowing your limits and much more. You…
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Episode 29: Tony Vandemore
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Tony Vandemore of Habitat Flats. Tony is a dedicated waterfowler and works hard to conserve and improve habitat for the birds he loves to hunt. They talk about conservation practices, hunting and what it takes to find success in the blind.
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Episode 28: Colton Heward
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Colton Heward. Colton is a frequent contributor to the magazine and is an expert on all things mule deer. The two talk about all-season strategies for big bucks, Colton's impressive season and a whole lot of adventure. You won't want to miss this.
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Episode 27: Sam Soholt
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined once again by Sam Soholt. They discuss Sam's Stamp it Forward conservation project and how the Duck Stamp is one of the greatest conservation tools for all wildlife, waterfowl hunting, whitetail hunting, public lands, stories of adventure and upcoming plans for...
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Episode 26: Kali Parmley and Tess Rousey
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by contributor Tess Rousey and Kali Parmely, editor in chief of Backcountry Hunter magazine. The three talk about Kuiu's new line of apparel for women, their experiences with it and Alaska hunting adventures. If you want to hear some great hunting stories and...
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Episode 25: Adam Weatherby, Kevin Steele and David Draper
Joe Ferronato is joined by Adam Weatherby, Kevin Steele and David Draper to talk about the documentary "Saving America's Monarchs." The four go into detail about what it took to make the documentary and the successes of hunter-driven conservation efforts that essentially saved the North American...
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Episode 24: Remi Warren
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Remi Warren. Remi Warren is a very accomplished hunter and thrives in the West. The two dive deep into preparation for this upcoming season. They talk elk, mule deer, antelope and more. You won't want to miss this one!
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Episode 23: Brian Lynn
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Brian Lynn from Sportsmen's Alliance. The two talk about hunting, fishing and adventure and how our lifestyle is under attack from anti-hunting organizations. They talk about how conservation organizations are at the forefront of the battle to save hunting…
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Episode 22: Shannon Waters and Dale Evans
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Shannon Waters of Gastro Gnome Meals and Dale Evans. The three enjoy some mountain lion boa buns and talk about what it takes to make superb backcountry meals. They also go over Shannon's origin story and how she dove head first into the world of hunting.…
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Episode 21: Dale Evans and David Draper
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Editor in Chief David Draper and the newest member of the team, Digital Editor Dale Evans. The three talk about Dale's background in hunting and media, hunting adventures, content to come, and much more. You won't want to miss this.
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Episode 20: Shawn Skipper and Adam Heggenstaller
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Shawn Skipper and Adam Heggenstaller. The three were hunting bears in Idaho with Table Mountain Outfitters and Sportmen's Alliance. They go over the adventure, close calls, up-close encounters, running hounds, sitting on bait and much more. You won't want to...
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Episode 19: Sam Soholt
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Sam Soholt. Sam is known for his conservation projects like Stamp it Forward, fueled by his company Public Land Tees. The two talk turkeys, hunting tactics, social media, conservation, public lands, hunting adventures, and much more. Don't miss it!
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Episode 18: Dustin Diefenderfer
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Dustin Diefenderfer of MTNTOUGH Fitness. Dustin founded MTNTOUGH because he understood the need to be both physically and mentally tough enough to take on the demanding adventures that we chase. They talk about entrepreneurship, hunting, MTNTOUGH programming,...
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Episode 17: Jack Carr
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Retired Navy SEAL Jack Carr. These two talk hunting, adventure, writing books, making TV shows, and escaping a fast-paced digital world. Carr tells stories of adventurous hunts from around the world, some of the same trips that inspired writings in his...
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Episode 16: Mike Tussey and John Bailey
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Mike Tussey of Osceola Outdoors and John Bailey from Eotech. The trio just spent a week pursuing Osceola turkeys and big alligators in South Central Florida. They talk turkey hunting, shotguns, ammunition, red dot sights, rifle optics for gator hunting, and...
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Episode 15: Brendan Burns
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Brendan Burns of Kuiu. The two discuss sheep hunting, conservation, Kuiu's Conservation Direct, sheep transplants, and more. Brendan has is a very accomplished hunter and is an authority on sheep and conservation. You won't want to miss this one.
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Episode 14: Off Season Blues with David Draper
This week Joe Ferronato and David Draper talk about the "Off Season," traveling internationally, training dogs, and spring hunts. Even though this time of year isn't considered prime hunting, there are plenty of opportunities to seek adventure around the globe. Go find your adventure.
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Episode 13: Steve Opat
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Steve Opat. He is an Alaskan resident, adventurer, wonderer, and a true renaissance man. They discuss gear for your Alaskan adventure, moving from the midwest to the final frontier, learning the ground you hunt, understanding how to interact in the woods...
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Episode 12: Nick Jones
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Staff Sergeant Nick Jones. He is a retired Marine Core Raider that was recently awarded the Navy Cross. They talk about Nick's amazing background and his introduction to hunting. They talk about adventure, learning, the journey of healing, and how hunting is…
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Episode 11: David Draper
Joe Ferronato is joined by Editor in Chief David Draper. The duo discusses, predator hunting and the stigmas it carries. They also talk about anti-hunting legislation, spring hunting adventures, and international travel.
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Episode 10: Brice Suhay and Scott Sladek
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Brice Suhay and Scott Sladek to talk about the pursuit of mountain lions with hounds. These three talk about the ethics behind hound hunting, the difficulty of the pursuit, and the achievement of a three-year grind for Joe to get his tom.
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Episode 9: John Draper and JJ Reich
This week, Joe Ferronato is hanging out in Kansas hunting whitetail deer. He is joined by John Draper from American Hunter and JJ Reich from Federal Ammunition. They talk about the hunt, ammunition shortages, and good hunting-camp camaraderie.
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Episode 8: Colton Heward
This week, Joe Ferronato is joined by Petersen's Hunting Magazine Contributor, Colton Heward. These two go over everything from rifle hunting elk in Colorado's third season, to bowhunting high-country mule deer. They thrive on adventure and won't stop pursuing it.
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Episode 7: Brice Suhay
Joe Ferronato is joined by his good friend Brice Suhay to tell hunting stories. Brice was lucky enough to draw a mountain goat tag in Montana this season and the hunt was a great adventure. These two talk about, high mountains, trekking countless miles, scaling cliffs, and finding a billy with...
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Episode 6: Christian Schauf
Joe Ferronato is joined by the Founder and CEO of Uncharted Supply Co. Christian Schauf. These two talk everything elk hunting, along with the discussions of the latest survival and preparedness gear from Uncharted.
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Episode 5: Midseason Recap
David Draper and Joe Ferronato go over their previous hunts and where the rest of fall is going to take them. They discuss successes, failures, and learning experiences. If you like cool hunting stories and want to learn how NOT to make the mistakes they have, you won't want to miss this episode.
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Episode 4: Andy "The Flip Flop Guy" Moeckel
This week, David Draper and Joe Ferronato sit down with Andy Moeckel to find out who the man is behind the Flip Flop. They discuss life, Andy's crazy adventures, international hunting, death threats, and some damn good cooking.
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Episode 3: Steinbeck Vineyards with RnA Outdoors
This week, we jump back to the middle of August while Joe Ferronato and Kevin Steele were hunting blacktail on the Central Coast of California. They sat down with Lucas Paugh of RnA Outdoors, Jason Morton of CZ-USA, and Ryan Newkirk who manages the vineyard, yes vineyard, they were hunting. They...
About this show
Join co-hosts David Draper and Joe Ferronato, along with a rotating cast of the most experienced, successful hunters from around the world, as they relive their most memorable hunts, hardships and adventures in a fun no-holds-barred forum. Just like all our channels, the podcast will entertain and educate with cutting-edge tips and techniques and hard-won knowledge from our experienced staff who have been around the globe in search of hunting adventure. You’ll also get a close look at the latest and greatest gear, and hear from the industry leaders on what’s new in the world of hunting.
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