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The “Average” Alaskan Podcast
by Michael Swoboda
In this podcast we will explore the ins and outs of what it means to be an “Average” Alaskan. We will highlight the unique characteristics and experiences that create the person that is an Alaskan resident outdoorsman or outdoors-woman. I hope to build an interactive community of Alaskans that love everything Alaska whether it be chasing sheep in the mountains, salmon in the rivers, or mushrooms in the forest. Follow along and join the “Average” Alaskan family as we dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of Alaskan life and the outdoors!
Episodes
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Episode #64 Homer Winter King Salmon Tournament
Episode #64 Homer Winter King Salmon Tournament On this weeks episode we are talking everything winter king salmon and our participation in the 31st annual winter king derby with a grand prize of $70,000. We take you down our journey to get to this point. from buying our boat remodeling it and...
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Episode #63 WE ARE BACK!!!
Episode #63 WE ARE BACK!!! We have a lot of explaining to due... in this episode we discuss why we have been gone for the last year and what has happened in that time. A lot of exciting things have happened and we are excited to dive deeper into all these exciting adventures in episodes to come....
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Episode #62 A-Team Outfitting - Tyler Kuhn
Episode #62 A-Team Outfitting- Tyler Kuhn This week we are joined by owner and operator of A-Team Outfitting Tyler Kuhn! We discuss the details of what it means to be an Alaskan outfitter. Tyler shares great insight on the current state of the Alaska hunting industry as well as his thoughts on…
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Episode #61 Winter Warm-Up – Jake Richter
Episode #61 Winter Warm-Up – Jake Richter This week we are joined by podcast favorite Jake Richter! Winter is finally starting to show up on the peninsula so it’s time to talk Winter. This episode is loaded with up coming winter plans. Ice-fishing, skiing, Hunting, and world records! Jake also...
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Episode #60 How to Move to Alaska -Trevor Roellchen (LIVE Listener Call)
Episode:#60 How to Move to Alaska -Trevor Roellchen (LIVE Listener Call) This week on the “Average” Alaskan podcast listener of the show Trevor Roellchen joins Michael to discuss the logistics of moving to south central Alaska. Moving from the lower 48 can be a daunting task and for good reason.…
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Episode #59 Two Years and 10k Later
Episode #59 Two years and 10k later – AA Family This one is for you; we sit down and thank all of you listeners. We sit down this week and break down what the last two years have been like and where we have come and gone while on this crazy adventure. We thank you guys for the support and...
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Episode #58 Is Alaska Worth it? - Alaska Day
Episode #58 Is Alaska Worth it? – Alaska Day October 18th is a special day for Alaskans. Alaska day is a day to enjoy and reflect on the beauties of Alaska but is Alaska worth it? Sean and Michael discuss the beauties and bad sides of Alaska. Is the vast expanses of empty wilderness worth the...
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Episode #57 Crazy Hectic Alaskan Fall
Episode #57 Crazy Hectic Alaskan Fall After a crazy end of summer and a moose season full of adventures, Sean and Michael sit down for the first time since hunting season. Catching up on stories from hiking resurrection pass, duck hunting Kachemak Bay, and of course moose season on the Kenia...
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Episode #56 Independence Day Catch-Up
July is busy! the Fourth, birthdays, fish are running and softball is full swing. Sean and I sit down and cover an incredible independence day clamming trip and dip netting bay run. Thank you guys for the support as we take on another year. Love you guys!
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Episode #55 How to Plan a Remote Alaska Hunting Trip
Episode #55 How to Plan a Remote Alaska Hunting Trip You just drew your once in a lifetime Alaska hunting tag, now what? In this episode we sit down and break down everything you need to know and think about when planning your once in a lifetime dream hunt. Not everyone is prepared or…
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Episode #54 Surviving Alaska’s Deadliest Lake
Episode #54 Surviving Alaska’s Deadliest Lake We Survived. But only one made it back to record this. Listen along as I sit down solo and breakdown what happened on our recent trip to Tustumena Lake. What happened, what could of happened, and what we did wrong and ways to prevent it in the…
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Episode #53 Epic trips, Seabirds, and Sea Kayaks - Jake Richter
Episode #53 Epic trips, Seabirds, and Sea Kayaks - Jake Richter This week Jake Richter from episode #3 joins us again with more great stories. Jake just returned from a world class sea bird trip in Cordova, Alaska and gives us all the details. In the wake of that amazing trip Jake wasted no time…
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Episode #52: Successful Coastal Alaskan Black Bear Hunt – Sean Love
Episode #52: Successful Coastal Alaskan Black Bear Hunt – Sean Love We are back and we brought trophies! Sean and I catch up and break down the first hunt of the year! Black bear hunting in Alaska this time of year is just hard to beat. Beautiful country, long days, big bears, what else does a...
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Episode #51 Life as an Alaskan Commercial Fisherman -Vincent Waddell & Bryce Donich
Episode #51 Life as an Alaskan Commercial Fisherman -Vincent Waddell & Bryce Donich This week’s episode Sean and Michael sit down with two old friends and maritime professionals Vincent Waddell & Bryce Donich. Vincent has been commercial fishing his whole life all over Alaska and the western…
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Episode #50 Hunting Regulation Proposal – Sean love
Episode #50 Hunting Regulation Proposal – Sean love Join this week’s exciting episode of the “Average” Alaskan Podcast. In this week’s episode Sean and Michael breakdown the proposals and potential changes for southcentral Alaska hunting regulations. Decreased deer tags, longer bear season, and...
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Episode #49 Once in a Lifetime Opportunity– Tanner Anderson
Episode #49 Once in a Lifetime Opportunity– Tanner Anderson This week join us on the “Average” Alaskan Podcast as we sit down with long time friend of the show Tanner Anderson. Tanner shares information about his upcoming once in a lifetime opportunity to hunt an Alaskan brown bear with a...
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Episode #48 Alaska’s Hottest Issue –Sean Love
Episode #48 Alaska’s Hottest Issue –Sean Love Join in this episode of the “Average” Alaskan Podcast, Sean is back in the studio and Michael is back from vacation! We catch up on what has been happening in the past weeks and then dive neck deep into the biggest hot button topic in Alaska right…
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Episode #47 State of The Podcast Address 2023
Episode #47 State of The Podcast Address 2023 Join in this episode of the “Average” Alaskan Podcast, Michael is left stranded alone in this episode as Sean continues his education in far of lands and unforeseen circumstances caused a last-minute cancelation. This meant only one thing, opportunity...
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Episode #46 West Texas Hunting Experiences – Marshall Strain
Episode #46 West Texas Hunting Experiences – Marshall Strain Join in this episode of the “Average” Alaskan Podcast, Michael has an interesting conversation with a childhood mentor. Our special guest Marshall Strain shares his stories and insight on growing up hunting in west Texas. Everything…
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Episode #45 LIVE Alaska Draw Results!
Episode #45 LIVE Alaska Draw Results! Join in this special episode of the “Average” Alaskan Podcast where Sean and Michael sit in LIVE on the Alaska hunting draw results. To spice up this Alaskan holiday we create a high stakes game that comes down to the wire and reveal if the draw system is...
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Episode #44: Alaskan UFO's & Tag Anticipation – AA Crew
Episode #44: Alaskan UFO's & Tag Anticipation – AA Crew Welcome to the "Average" Alaskan Podcast. In this episode, hosts Sean and Michael cover Alaska's draw results and recent UFO sightings. You'll get the inside scoop on the Alaska draw systems and backcountry water systems, as well as a unique...
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Episode #43 Spring Hunting Season Prep - Alaska Draws and State of the Union Discussions
Episode #43 Spring Hunting Season Prep - Alaska Draws and State of the Union Discussions Join Sean and Michael for a thrilling episode of the “Average Alaskan” podcast where they dive into the world of politics and state of the union. With the highly anticipated Alaska draw results set to come…
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Episode #42: Surviving the Alaskan Ice - A 3-Day Ice Fishing & Camping Adventure
Episode #42: Surviving the Alaskan Ice - A 3-Day Ice Fishing & Camping Adventure Join Sean and Michael on the Average Alaskan Podcast for an immersive adventure into the Alaskan wilderness. The duo will take you on their three-day camping and ice fishing trip, where they braved the elements to...
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Episode #41 Alaska’s Biggest Flaws & Birthday Ice Fishing
Episode #41 Alaska’s Biggest Flaws & Birthday Ice Fishing Join Sean and Michael on the "Average Alaskan Podcast" as they dive into the gritty reality of living in Alaska. From the harsh weather to the isolation, they'll share their honest experiences and struggles. But they're not all doom and...
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Episode #41 Hunt of a Lifetime “Alaskan Dall Sheep” – Ian Gargasz
Episode #41 Hunt of a Lifetime “Alaskan Dall Sheep” – Ian Gargasz Join us on this week's episode of “Average” Alaskan Podcast as we take you deep into the Alaskan wilderness for an unforgettable sheep hunting experience. We sit down with Ian Gargasz, who accomplished something most outdoorsmen...
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Episode #40 Whitetail, Muley, Bear, and Antelope – Tanner Anderson
Episode #40 Whitetail, Muley, Bear, and Antelope – Tanner Anderson Join us as we welcome Tanner Anderson back to our podcast for an exciting episode discussing his successful fall hunting expeditions across various states in the U.S, including the wilds of Alaska. We'll delve into the logistics,...
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Episode #39 New Year’s Special – Vegas, Skiing and Draws
Episode #39 New Year’s Special – Vegas, Skiing and Draws Start the New Year off with a bang and join the "Average" Alaskan Podcast for an exciting episode filled with skiing and Las Vegas stories. Hosts Michael and Sean will take you on a journey through their skiing and draw applications...
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Episode #38 Chewing the Fat
This week’s episode is hosted by Sean Love and is joined by Samantha Jacobsen. Keeping it short and sweet, the two talk about Samantha’s successful fall cow moose hunt. Along with some fun short stories and a nice catch-up. Leave a message and be included in a future episode! Connect with us on…
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Episode #38 Best and worst gear picks of 2022!
Episode #38 Best and worst gear picks of 2022! Sean and michael put a bow on the 2022 hunting season by giving there best and worst gear used in the field this year. Everything from electronics to socks we cover it all in this episode. Just in time for the holiday season all your hard to shop for...
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Episode #37 Swamp Donkey -LEVI WOMACK
Episode #37 Swamp Donkey - LEVI WOMACK This week we go back to moose camp and enjoy an in the field interview with a member of the Ultimate Alaskan Adventures team Levi Womack. Michael and Levi share their experiences and stories of their fall adventures in the Alaska range. Sitting around a...
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Episode #36 WE ARE BACK!!!
Episode #36 WE ARE BACK!!! Michael is back from the woods, and we are back in the studio! We get caught up on all the exciting events that have been happening in our lives and most importantly how our fall hunting seasons went! Our hunting seasons are coming to an end and we are gearing up for…
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Episode #35 SEAN AND SAMS 2022 ADAK HUNT
Episode #35 SEAN AND SAMS 2022 ADAK HUNT Sean Love sits down with Samantha Jacobsen and discuss their hunt last week in Adak, Alaska. These two share the intense details of their hunt as well as converse about what gear is appropriate in the tundra on Adak. Everything from tarps to crocs are...
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Episode #34 How to Hunt Kodiak Island – AA Crew
Episode #34 How to Hunt Kodiak Island – AA Crew IT’S OFFICALLY HUTING SEASON!! Hunting season has officially started in Alaska! We dive into the details of Hunting Kodiak Island. Sitka Black-Tail deer has officially opened across Alaska and we cover the gear you will need, what you should expect...
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Episode #33 EXO MTN GEAR & Goat – Mark Huelsing
Episode #33 EXO MTN GEAR & Goat – Mark Huelsing Mark Huelsing from Exo Mtn Gear joins us this week to discuss their innovative pack systems. Exo creates some of the most functional backcountry hunting packs on the market. American made and built for the most dedicated of hunters, Exo leads the...
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Episode #32 AA meeting – The Boys
Episode #32 AA meeting – The Boys Sean and Michael sit down have a couple drinks and answer listener questions, discuss the possible closures for dall sheep hunting on federal lands and test the waters of their relationships by judging their partners fishing and cooking abilities. Leave us a...
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Episode #31 Backcountry Gear – Sam Jacobson
Episode #31 Backcountry Gear – Sam Jacobson The amazing Sam Jacobsen joins us again and we cover the new gear we are taking into woods this upcoming fall hunting season! Adak caribou, Alaska range sheep and fall moose are all on the table and we figure out what we are taking into the field with…
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Episode #30 Adventure Photographer – Spencer Warren
Episode #30 Adventure Photographer – Spencer Warren This week we are joined by local photographer Spencer Warren. Spencer is a former hockey athlete that fell into to the world of photography by necessity. We sit down and talk about his journey and the intense locations it has taken him. Spencer...
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Episode #29 Solving the Worlds Problems
Episode #29 Solving the Worlds Problems This week me and Sean sit down have a couple drinks and do our best to solve all the worlds problems. We discuss current events, upcoming politics, and the inevitable robot takeover. Our tin-foil hats were fitted properly, and discussions were juicy. Roe v....
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Episode #28 Top Summer Fishing Opportunities
Episode #28 Top Summer Fishing Opportunities With summer in full tilt there is one thing on the mind and that is fishing! we sit down this week and discuss the best fishing opportunities for anglers looking to fill the freezers and enjoy their time doing so. With inflation on the rise there is no...
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Episode #27 Dream Fishing Trip – Brandon Kneebone
Episode #27 Dream Fishing Trip – Brandon Kneebone This week we have a very special guest a longtime friend of mine former teammate and roommate Brandon Kneebone. Brandon came up to Homer, Alaska to visit Alaska for the first time and go on a true dream fishing adventure. With his trip ending we…
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Episode #26 Summer Fishing & Bear Viewing
Episode #26 Summer Fishing & Bear Viewing This week we are sitting down to recap our week and discuss our upcoming fishing trips. With fishing on the mind, we discuss the recent emergency closures and state fishing politics. With two fishing trips this week we are talking halibut and salmon! Sean...
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Episode #25 A Fresh Beginning – Jack Hiembold
Episode #25 A Fresh Beginning – Jack Hiembold We are joined by a new member of the “Average” Alaskan family! Jack Hiembold is a long-time friend and has recently returned to Alaskan from a stint in Hawaii. Jack has been a lifelong commercial fisherman targeting Crab, salmon, halibut and more. He...
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Episode # 24 Heart Attacks & Beach Bruins – Sean love
Episode # 24 Heart Attacks & Beach Bruins – Sean love Michael is back in the studio after being in the field for a week transporting hunters. After a crazy turn of events including a near death experience and a life flight trip the boys sit down and catch up on the events of the last week. The...
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Episode #23 Can I Share that Story? – Sean & Sam
Episode #23 Can I Share that Story? – Sean & Sam This week Sean and Sam share their goals for summer 2022 and share past summer tales. We talk about harvesting everything from mushrooms to salmon. Leave us a message and well answer it in the next Episode! You can contact us HERE: Instagram:...
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Episode #22 LIVE Q&A! Gear Tips, Favorite Childhood Recipes & Spring Bear Hunting
Episode #22 LIVE Q&A! Gear Tips, Favorite Childhood Recipes, & Spring Bear Hunting This week we sit down LIVE and answer your questions! From the gear we are using to our favorite childhood food dishes. We plan out our upcoming bear hunt, letting y’all know where we are hunting and what gear we...
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Episode #21 The Young Guides - Kyle & Keaton
Episode # 21 The Young Guides – Kyle & Keaton This week we sit down with another couple of like-minded individuals. Kyle and Keaton are the hosts of the young guides podcast and are avid anglers. Both work as professional fishing guides specializing in trout and salmon. Kyle is in Anchorage…
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Episode # 20 Author, Podcaster & Outdoorsman - Jeff Lund
Episode # 20 20 Author, Podcaster, & Outdoorsman This week we are joined by fellow podcaster host of The Mediocre Alaskan Podcast Jeff Lund. Mr. Lund has a background in journalism and that has been translated into one of the best Alaskan resources for the outdoors and life in southeast Alaska....
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LFTB #1 LIVE From the Backcountry Black Bear opening weekend
Sean and I take you along side us in our first bear hunt of the season. Live action in the field with plenty of ups and downs. Get the real emotions as they happen, let us know how you enjoy this type of episode and what you would like to hear more of!
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Episode # 19 Weekend Warrior Black Bear Trip
Episode # 19 Weekend Warrior Black Bear Trip The first week of black bear season has come and gone and we sit down and discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of our weekend trip. Bears, moose, and boatloads of birds this and much more in this episode of the podcast. Don’t forget to send us your...
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Gear Dump #1 Spring Black Bear - Sean Love
Gear Dump #1 Spring Black Bear - Sean love We sit down and dump the packs and share what we will be taking on the first bear hunt of the season for the “Average” Alaskan team! Optics, Rifles, Clothes and more! All the fun nerdy stuff we all love. Leave a message and be included in a future…
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In this podcast we will explore the ins and outs of what it means to be an “Average” Alaskan. We will highlight the unique characteristics and experiences that create the person that is an Alaskan resident outdoorsman or outdoors-woman. I hope to build an interactive community of Alaskans that love everything Alaska whether it be chasing sheep in the mountains, salmon in the rivers, or mushrooms in the forest. Follow along and join the “Average” Alaskan family as we dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of Alaskan life and the outdoors!
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Michael Swoboda
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