Hunt Test Hobo Podcast
Welcome to the Hunt Test Hobo Podcast, your place for truck side chats and deep insights into the retriever game await.
Hosted by Chris Rud, a fellow retriever enthusiast and student of the game, this podcast is your go-to resource whether you're just dipping your toes into the retriever world or you're a seasoned handler looking to sharpen your skills.
Join us each week as we delve into the intricacies of retriever training, offering a blend of tips, tricks, and wisdom from both amateur enthusiasts and seasoned professionals. From tales of triumph to strategies for overcoming challenges, we explore it all, with a shared passion for forging unbreakable bonds with our loyal companions.
So grab your coffee, hop into the truck, and let's embark on this retriever adventure together. This is the Hunt Test Hobo Podcast, and I'm Chris Rud. Let's dive in.
Hunt Test Hobo Podcast
EP 29: Doing It All: Jeff Brezee’s Journey Through Every Retriever Game
In this episode of the Hunt Test Hobo Podcast, host Chris Rudd sits down with Minnesota’s own Jeff Brezee—a true student of the retriever game who’s done it all. From growing up as a bird boy in field trials to earning SRS podium finishes, breeding top-tier Labradors, and mentoring his wife into the sport, Jeff shares decades of insight and stories.
They dive into the evolution of training tactics, the joys and heartbreaks of breeding, and what it really means to build a family-centered retriever program. Plus, you’ll get the behind-the-scenes story of Jeff’s unforgettable second-place finish at the SRS Crown and a sneak peek into his wife Terri’s upcoming breeder’s guidebook. Whether you’re an amateur handler or chasing a ribbon in every venue, this episode is packed with real talk and retriever wisdom.