One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast
The One Hell Of A Life Outdoor Podcast hosted by father-son duo Tony Vogel and Tristan Vogel, Owners of Zero Duck:30 and Zero Buck:30 . Our passion lies in bringing every hunter the REALITY of what it REALLY takes to hunt their target animal while equipping them with the knowledge to be a successful hunter and promoting the lost "old school values" that laid the foundation for the sport we love so much today.
Episodes
157 episodes
From TikTok To Tackle: Building Outdoor Brands | Brock Miller
We dive with Brock Miller into how he built Topwater Co. and Zook Fishing Co. by learning ads, prioritizing creative, and owning customer relationships. The talk moves from Meta’s AI shift and TikTok’s downturn to Amazon growth, brand partnersh...
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Episode 157
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45:58
Canada, Honkers, and A Waterfowl Addiction - Cal Mccarty
We sit down with our friend, Cal Mccarty to recap his recent Canada duck / goose hunting trip, talk about the ins and outs of hunting honkers in Illinois, and much more:• teal migration highs and lows across states• why northern ...
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Episode 156
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1:11:29
Colton Bailey on Coaching, Guiding, and the Real Joy of the Hunt
We sit down with our friend Colton Bailey—teacher, coach, and Arkansas waterfowl guide—to trace the path from the classroom to the pit blind and the values that tie them together. Mentors, faith, patience, and craft rise above limits and gear h...
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Episode 155
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1:30:29
Finding Peace Through Hunting, Fishing, and Ironman Training | Zach Maddox
Zach Maddox shares his journey from firefighter to Ironman competitor and how outdoor pursuits saved his mental health while inspiring his mission to help fellow first responders and veterans heal through nature and community support.• ...
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Episode 154
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1:21:20
What happens when you actually pattern your shotgun? | Ryan Burnett Co Founder of Pattern Pros
We sit down with Ryan Burnett, founder of Pattern Pros, who's revolutionizing waterfowl hunting with innovative shotgun shell variety packs that help hunters find their perfect ammunition match for improved accuracy and fewer wounded birds....
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Episode 153
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1:23:15
Travis Thompson on Conservation, Corridors, and Commitment
Travis Thompson shares his journey as a fifth-generation Floridian dedicated to conservation through All Florida, his duck guiding business, and his work with the International Order of Theodore Roosevelt. His passion for protecting wild spaces...
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Episode 152
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1:40:00
The man behind the viral duck decoy coaching video shares his story | Dawson Yates
Dawson Yates shares his journey from basketball player to waterfowl guide, showcasing how hunting became his passion and led to his viral TikTok videos including the famous duck coaching pool clip.• Started duck hunting as a young boy b...
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Episode 151
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46:29
From Sporting Clays Stand Out to Waterfowl & Upland Enthusiast: Dawson Peek's Outdoor Journey
Dawson Peak shares his journey from growing up on a family-owned sporting clay range and quail hunting preserve to becoming a college shooting champion and avid waterfowl hunter.• Growing up in a family business managing sporting clay c...
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Episode 150
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1:25:25
Billy Campbell & Dennis Loosier @ Frogg toggs Booth | Dux Expo! | Regulations, Respect, and the Road Ahead for Waterfowl Hunters
Dennis Loosier and Billy Campbell from Dr. Duck join us to discuss the challenges facing public land hunters and the importance of mutual respect in preserving hunting opportunities for future generations.• The increasing regulations on...
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Episode 149
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51:32
You can't control wild birds, but you can make UNFORGETTABLE memories | Delta Thunder Outfitters @ Frogg toggs Booth | Dux Expo!
We sit down with duck hunting guide Kade Weatherford at the Ducks Expo 2025 to discuss the realities of waterfowl hunting and what to expect for the upcoming season. Cade shares his firsthand experience of managing expectations and creating mem...
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Episode 148
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25:46
Lucas Haygood @ Frogg toggs Booth | Dux Expo!
Lucas Haygood shares his journey to become a passionate duck hunter and social media presence, highlighting the importance of mentorship in the outdoors. He explains how his uncle Kyle gave him purpose through hunting after losing his father at...
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Episode 147
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30:15
DUX EXPO | LIVE FROM THE FROGGTOGGS BOOTH WITH DON ESPEY | What happens when comfort meets affordability in the marsh?
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28:11
Carson Tharp is changing how duck hunters approach motion decoys forever. | Jahpoo Outdoors
When Carson Tharp got his first Labrador retriever in college, he had no idea it would lead to creating one of waterfowl hunting's most innovative decoy systems. But that's exactly what happened when his frustration with existing motion decoys ...
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Episode 145
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1:23:36
From Texas to Michigan: Logan Archibald's Journey
Logan Archibald joins us to share his journey from Michigan to Texas and back again, discussing wildlife management, deer guiding, and how hunting communities can better support conservation through understanding and cooperation.• Born ...
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Episode 144
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1:32:54
The Perfect Lawn Won't Make You a Better Hunter, But These Tips Might
Preparing for hunting season requires more than just buying tags and cleaning your gear – it demands understanding the landscapes, animal behaviors, and biological rhythms that dictate success. Summer offers deer hunters a critical...
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Episode 143
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51:52
Happy Father's Day | Big Announcement
Tristan and Tony celebrate Father's Day with some throwback stories about some of their favorite outdoor memories together. Stay tuned to the end to hear about the big announcement!Companies we LOVE | Ways to Support the Podca...
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Episode 142
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54:23
Surviving Duck Season Creator, Joel Strickland
If you're obsessed with duck hunting and love to hear tips and tricks, this is a great podcast for you. We had a great time getting to talk with Surviving Duck Season Creator, Joel Strickland. Joel has leaned on his experience as a duck guide o...
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Episode 141
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1:25:11
Exciting New Things Happening @ froggtoggs ! | Donny Espey | frogg toggs Director of Marketing
We're excited to have new frogg toggs Director of Marketing, Donny Espey on the podcast to talk about his journey throughout the outdoor industry, exciting new things coming to froggtoggs, share hunting stories and much more!
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Episode 140
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1:00:59
Inside The Life Of An Alabama Crappie Fishing Guide | Shiloh Shoppell | Crappie Fishing Tips
Today we have Shiloh Shoppell back on the podcast to drop us some more great tips about crappie fishing, share what goes into the day to day of being a crappie fishing guide, and much more! This is the third time we have had Shiloh on the podca...
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Episode 139
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1:14:07
Buck Heath | Co-Owner of Dirty Duck Coffee Company
Today we have Buck Heath, Co Owner of Dirty Duck Coffee Company back on the podcast to talk duck hunting, the coffee business, and much more! As always, be sure to use code Zeroduck15 for 15 percent off your coffee order from Dirty Duck!...
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Episode 138
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49:33
Hunting, Networking, & Success with Cal McCarty
Can waterfowl hunting open doors in your professional life? This week, we sit down with Cal McCarty-a seasoned business leader and die-hard snow goose hunter. We hope you enjoy!Companies we LOVE | Ways to Support the Podcast ↓...
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Episode 137
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1:23:59
Devin Smith | Treaty Oak Waterfowl | Texas Duck Hunting
Today we have Devin Smith , Co-owner of Treaty Oak Waterfowl on the podcast! This is a good one for anyone interested in some insight of what it's like to waterfowl hunt in Texas! You can find Treaty Oak Waterfowl on instagram @treatyoakwaterfo...
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Episode 136
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1:08:42
Dr. Mike Chamberlain | National Wild Turkey Federation Distinguished Professor
Today we bring you some more educational turkey information from one of the best sources you can find, Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Mike is the National Wild Turkey Federation's Distinguished Professor, Professor at the University of Georgia, and an a...
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Episode 135
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1:02:28
Matt Carey | Chasing The Turkey Grand Slam This Season
Today we have reoccurring guest Matt Carey back on the podcast to talk about chasing the Turkey grand slam this season. Matt tells some great stories and shares some great tips along the way and we get to hear about his recent success in Florid...
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Episode 134
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1:17:26
Truck Troubles On The Way To Trout Fish | Hunting Lull | Golf | Upcoming Delta Waterfowl Banquet
Tristan and Tony share a not so fun story about a truck issue that derailed a trout fishing trip recently, how it feels like we are in the hunting "lull", playing some average joe golf, and an upcoming local Delta Waterfowl Banquet!<...
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Episode 133
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41:38