Build From Here
Welcome to the BuildFromHere Podcast. A podcast for the hunter and sporting dog enthusiast alike. Join your host, Joshua Parvin, as he interviews retriever owners and discusses the trials and triumphs that lead to a great gundog. BuildFromHere is presented by Cornerstone Gundog Academy- Online resources to help you train your retriever.Learn more at https://www.cornerstonegundogacademy.com/podcast
Episodes
81 episodes
How A Busy Dad Built A Calm, Confident Hunting Dog People Ask To Hunt With | Shawn Dyre's Story
What does it take to build a duck dog that other hunters respect?CGA member Shawn Dry joins Josh to share the real journey of training his own retriever—from first obedience reps to calm, steady work in the blind. They talk about ...
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Episode 81
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50:56
Starting With a 3-Year Old Dog. Is it Too Late? | Cody Lloyd's Story
When Cody Lloyd brought home his first retriever, he did what most of us do — pieced together training from YouTube, books, and whatever he could find online. He ended up with a “good enough” gun dog… but not the steady, reliable partner he kne...
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Episode 80
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1:03:16
They Said His Dog Would Never Hunt… What Happened Next Is Incredible | Chad Duckworth
From the very beginning of Cornerstone, Chad Duckworth has been part of the CGA family. In this episode, Chad shares one of the most powerful DIY retriever journeys we’ve ever featured—starting with his first dog, Moose, who was once labeled “n...
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Episode 79
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1:00:26
“What If I Fail?” to “Let’s Train Another Dog” | Chad Batton
Chad Batton’s story is one every handler can relate to: starting with doubt, feeling the pressure to “get it right,” and hoping to do justice to a well-bred dog. What began with a fear of failure quickly turned into a deep passion for training,...
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Episode 78
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1:02:15
Passing the Torch | Marshall Anliker
Josh sits down with longtime CGA member and founding supporter Marshall Anliker to talk hunting, dogs, and the power of community. Marshall shares how a blizzard goose hunt with his great-grandfather lit the fire for waterfowling, how th...
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Episode 77
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1:07:14
Train Small → Win Big | CGA Member Blake Allen
In this episode of the BuildFromHere Podcast, Josh talks with CGA Member Blake Allen. This episode covers Blake's journey from early failure to Grand title. Blake Allen explains how Cornerstone Gundog Academy helped him build a rock-solid found...
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Episode 76
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1:02:06
From Dove Openers to King Eiders: ALL IN | Russ Freehling
In this episode of Build From Here, Joshua Parvin talks with CGA member Russ Freehling about a lifetime of waterfowling, finishing the 41-species North American quest, and the rewards of training his own retriever—from backyard drills ...
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Episode 75
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1:04:45
Recounting an Epic Goose and Duck Hunt | Colin Berry
#073 Every dog owner remembers the moment everything clicked, but few journeys are as transformative as watching a nervous college student evolve into a confident hunting partner alongside his retriever. Colin Berry takes us through five incred...
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Episode 74
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45:25
CGA Nashville Chapter Inaugural Meeting | Kevin Wright
#72 What happens when the digital world of retriever training transforms into face-to-face connections? The answer lies in the groundbreaking Nashville Chapter event – the very first Cornerstone Gundog Academy chapter gathering that's changing ...
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Episode 72
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46:07
"Give This Dog Some Wins" | Blair Badham
#071 What happens when perfectionism meets a headstrong Labrador? Blair Badham shares his transformative journey from frustrated dog owner to confident trainer through perseverance, community support, and a crucial mindset shift.Blair's...
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Episode 71
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1:07:51
Mississippi Roots, Kansas Wings | Wade Skeen
#070 Wade Skeen's path from Air Force serviceman to Kansas waterfowl guide extraordinaire reveals how passion, community, and proper training methods can transform both careers and gundogs. As a longtime Cornerstone Gundog Academy member before...
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Episode 70
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1:17:38
Your Dog Gets To, Not Has To | Chris Rowland
BFH #069 When Chris Rowland's wife gifted him a Cornerstone Gundog Academy membership for his birthday, neither of them realized it would spark a transformative journey into the world of science-based retriever training. In this captivating con...
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1:18:52
When God Says "Go Train Your Dog" | Seth Vaughn
BFH #068 What do retriever training and life's toughest challenges have in common? More than you might think. In this heartfelt conversation with CGA member Seth Vaughn, we explore how training a golden retriever named Rusty became not just abo...
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Episode 68
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1:03:01
How Training a Boykin Spaniel Brought Us Closer | James Rousse
BFH #067: Ever wondered if you could train your own hunting retriever without professional help? James Rousse and his wife faced that question head-on when they brought home their Boykin Spaniel puppy, Benelli. What followed was a journey of pa...
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Episode 67
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53:57
Time with Your Hunting Dog Can Change Your Life | Kevin Wright
Dive into a heartfelt conversation with Kevin on building a memorable bond with his hunting dog, Mabel. We explore Kevin's journey from a novice hunter to a dedicated retriever trainer, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs along the wa...
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Episode 66
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1:01:39
Gundog Nation | Ken Witt
In this episode of the Build From Here podcast, host Josh Parvin interviews Ken Witt, a Founder's Member of CGA and the creator of Gundog Nation. Ken shares his journey from a rural upbringing in Kentucky to becoming a lawyer, military veteran,...
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Episode 65
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55:22
Anyone Can Take The Next Step: First Time Retriever Trainers | Jarod & Melody Free
Training a retriever can be a rollercoaster of triumphs and challenges. Jarod and Melody Free have grown familiar with these ups and downs over the past 18 months. Join us as Jarod and Melody share how one expensive house repair lead to them ta...
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Episode 64
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56:53
A SOCOM Veteran's Take on Dog Training: From First Turkey Hunt to Epic Retrieves in Rugged Alaska | Wayne Triplett
Every hunter has their start. Whether it was a friend inviting them to try hunting or a beloved father. In CGA Member Wayne Triplett's case, his grandad was the first one to introduce him to the outdoors when he took him on his first turkey hun...
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Episode 63
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1:22:01
An Unforgettable Opening Day | Todd Sanders
It's amazing how one simple duck hunt can change everything. Some 17 years ago, one simple duck hunt transformed CGA Member Todd Sanders from a deer hunter into a duck hunter nearly instantaneously. From that day forward, ...
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Episode 62
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53:05
"If We Can Do It, I Think Anybody Could Get it Done." | Scott Marquis
Every hunter deserves to have a hunting dog that they are proud to hunt with in the duck blind. So often, hunters end up settling for less because they just aren't sure how to train their dog or because they are overwhelmed by all of th...
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Episode 61
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1:03:17
First Time Hunting Dog Trainers: Overcoming Challenges | Steve and Cherie Strongman
Join us in today's episode as we talk with CGA Members Steve and Cherie Strongman. Steve and Cherie share the challenges they have faced as first-time retriever owners and how they have overcome those challenges and gained confidence on their r...
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Episode 60
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1:24:02
Building Excellent Duck Hunting Retrievers | Marty Haynes
Marty Haynes is an incredible man who exemplifies what it means to be a CGA Member. From walking the walk himself to helping other people on their journey of training a hunting retriever, Marty is always willing to learn and lend a hand. <...
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Episode 59
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57:09
Becoming Confident in DIY Retriever Training | Cody Weis
When Cody Weis recounts his first experiences in the world of duck hunting and dog training, it's more than just a story—it's a testament to the transformative power of perseverance and the deep bonds we share with our hunting retrievers. From ...
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Episode 58
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1:07:44
Love for the Outdoors, Hunting, and Retriever Training | Steve Ivaska
What if the love you harbor for the outdoors could be as profound as the bond you share with your dog? On our latest episode, we sit down with CGA member Steve, a seasoned outdoorsman with a wealth of wisdom to share on retriever training. Brou...
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Episode 57
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58:56
The Journey of Red: First Time Training Chronicles | Louie Pappas
Join us on a captivating journey as fourth-generation Floridian, Louie Pappas opens up about his experiences training his retriever, Red. With the support of the Cornerstone Gun Dog Academy (CGA), Louie chronicles the lessons learned from gener...
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Episode 56
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1:06:47