AZ Quail Today Podcast
Welcome to AZ Quail Today, your go-to podcast for everything quail hunting in Arizona. From expert insights on local habitats to interviews with passionate hunters, join us as we dive into the world of quail hunting in Arizona.
Episodes
37 episodes
Episode #37 The Outdoor Explorer: Jason's Trail Cam Journeys in Arizona
In this crazy cool episode, Nate and Ryan sit down with the legendary Jason "Trail Cam" Miller, a true icon of the Arizona outdoors. Join us as we delve into Jason’s unparalleled expertise in capturing wildlife on trail cameras, unveiling timel...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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47:01
Episode #36 Opening Weekend Adventures: Quail, Gear, and Good Times
In this episode, Nate and Ryan kick off Arizona’s quail season with stories from opening weekend in the backcountry. They share highlights from the hunt, talk about essential gear and dog products they rely on, and discuss the latest updates an...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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49:38
Episode #35 Inside the Season: Goals, Gear, and Proposed AZ Game & Fish Commission Changes
Join hosts Ryan and Nate as they dive into upcoming season expectations, set hunting goals, and share packing tips for quail hunters. Ryan provides unique insight into developments with the Arizona Game & Fish Commission, covering proposed ...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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57:34
Episode 31: Brothers In the Barndominium Part 3
In this episode, we conclude the final part of our new mini-series, Brothers in the Barndominium. Ryan recently had the opportunity to visit his brothers back in Arkansas on the family Ranch and discuss their childhood memories of growing up an...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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1:14:45
Episode 30: Brothers In the Barndominium Part 2
In this episode, we continue part 2 of our new mini-series, Brothers in the Barndominium. Ryan recently had the opportunity to visit his brothers back in Arkansas on the family Ranch and discuss their childhood memories of growing up and huntin...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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22:12
Episode #29: Brothers In The Barndominium Part 1
In this episode, we begin our new mini-series, Brothers in the Barndominium. Ryan recently had the opportunity to visit his brothers back in Arkansas on the family Ranch and discuss their childhood memories of growing up and hunting together.
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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56:26
Episode #28 Durrel Smith: The Sporting Life Notebook
In this episode we talk with Durrel Smith: Owner & Founder, The Sporting Life Notebook | Co‑Founder & President, Minority Outdoor Alliance. Durrel is a passionate bird-dog handler, guide, artist, conservationist, and storyteller. <...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:35:44
Episode #27 Josiah Richards: Ross Outdoors
In this episode, we interviewed Josiah Richards, owner of Ross Outdoors. We talk about how he got into hunting, owning a business, and learn more about Ross Outdoors.Ross Outdoors specializes in high-end hunting and archery equipment, of...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:01:57
Episode #26 Kirby Bristow: Quail Hunting in Arizona, Review and Preview
Join us for an exciting episode as we dive into quail hunting in Arizona with Kirby Bristow, a seasoned biologist with the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), and Ryan Rice, President of Arizona Quail Today. Kirby Bristow has dedicated ye...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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1:25:55
Episode #25 John Smithbaker: Fathers In The Field
On todays episode we sit down with John Smithbaker. In 2005, John launched Fathers in the Field to share God’s love with hurting boys dealing with the same abandonment issues he dealt with for so long. His goal is to help prevent the devastatin...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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1:13:32
Episode #24 Wade Zarlingo: Birds, Dogs & the Desert
Join us on Wade Zarlingo’s Arizona Quail Hunt for a lively chat with Wade Zarlingo, a lifelong Arizona quail hunter and former Arizona Game and Fish employee. Wade calls this hunting season one of his best ever, with plenty of birds and great t...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:15:29
Episode #23 Ryan and Nate: Follow-up on Dog training
In this episode, we unpack some of the things we talked about last episode with Guy Mollicone. We dive into dog training, and what we have learned from that podcast.
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34:32
Episode #22 Guy Mollicone: Dog Training During The Off Season
We talk about off-season training for your dog with expert dog trainer Guy Mollicone. How to keep your dog in shape, dos and don'ts, and how he runs his training. Mollicone Kennels provides training services for all K9 situations fr...
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41:05
Episode #21 Dean Priest and Matt Russell: 24/25 Season Recap
In this episode, we are joined by legendary Arizona quail hunters Dean Priest and Matt Russell. Matt Russell is a native of Tucson, Arizona, and a professional hunting guide and founder of Double Aero Gui...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:18:33
Episode #20 Fathers In The Field: Todd Kehoe
Hey, AZ Quail Today friends check out this special episode with Todd Kehoe. Todd is a mentor father from Fathers in the field. Father's in the Field is a ministry partnership that helps mentor fatherless boys in all areas of life!
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:04:48
Episode #19 Ryan and Nate: Arizona Quail Season Update
In this episode, Nate and Ryan dive into the latest updates on quail season, sharing insights from hunter surveys across Arizona. They discuss the impact of the state’s unprecedented drought conditions on quail hunting and express their concern...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:06:22
Episode #18 Dan Priest: Hunting Gambel's Quail
In this episode. Dan Priest and Nate jump into tips, tricks, and strategies for hunting Gambel's quail in Arizona. They discuss the kind of cover you should expect to find them in, quail calls, and whether or not to chase singles and doubles.&n...
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1:13:14
Episode #17 Jim Graham: Marsupial Gear
In this episode, we are joined by Jim Graham, Owner and founder of Marsupial Gear. Jim Dives into how he started Marsupial Gear, some of the challenges he faced, and his favorite memories he made along the way. Marsupial Gear value...
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1:11:00
Episode #16 Robert Poor: Hunting With Different Dogs
Join us in this episode, where we talk with Robert Poor. Robert hunts with three different breeds of dogs, none of which are pointers! He tells us the benefits of using different breeds, and how he uses each of them to his advantage.
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1:13:58
Episode #15 Season forecast with Kirby Bristow, Shooter Smith, and Ryan Rice
Join us in this special episode as we chat with Kirby Bristow, Shooter Smith, Ryan Rice, and Nate Istrate. We dive into the different factors determining quail numbers' success in Arizona. We look at boots on the ground scouting, call counts, p...
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1:15:56
Episode #14 Shooter Smith: Preseason Prep, Dogs and Gear
Join us in this episode we talk with Shooter Smith. We dive into preseason prep for his dog and himself. We look at gear and must-have while out in the field quail hunting. Shooter tells us how he hunts with his Brittany and about the various d...
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1:37:34
Episode #13: Summer Recap With Ryan and Nate
In this summer recap episode of AZ Quail Today, Ryan and Nate dive into their adventures over the past few months and preview the upcoming hunting season. Ryan asks Nate about his bird dog training and exciting work with AZ Quail Today, includi...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:25:37