The Backwoods Grind Podcast
Welcome to the Backwoods Grind Podcast, brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company and hosted by co-founders Jonathan Wilson and Zack Kile. This is a podcast dedicated to the Backwoods Grind lifestyle. We dive into topics ranging from hunting and fishing to building businesses in the outdoor industry. Enjoy!
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Ep. 45 - From the NWTF Convention 2024 in Nashville!
03/11/2024
Ep. 45 - From the NWTF Convention 2024 in Nashville!
Listen in as we talk about the NWTF Convention and give recaps on our Duck and Goose seasons. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 44 - Finding Bucks on Public Land
02/09/2024
Ep. 44 - Finding Bucks on Public Land
In this week's episode, Jonathan and Zack discuss the 2023-2024 deer and duck seasons. Jonathan shares the story of his successful public land deer hunt and the strategies he used to kill a mature public land buck during the Mississippi whitetail rut. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at . The podcast is also brought to you by Kilby Brake Outfitters. Check them out at .
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Ep. 43 - Chris Utroska on Photography, Public Land Hunts, and the Birth of Hanging Moss Media
12/13/2023
Ep. 43 - Chris Utroska on Photography, Public Land Hunts, and the Birth of Hanging Moss Media
Join us this week for a lively conversation with our buddy Chris Utroska from Hanging Moss Media. Chris dives into his journey of mastering photography and the thrills of public land elk and duck hunting. He also shares the origin story of Hanging Moss Media. Packed with laughs, this episode offers a glimpse into the exciting blend of hunting, photography, and the unexpected moments in between. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at . The podcast is also brought to you by Kilby Brake Outfitters. Check them out at .
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Ep. 42 - Kilby Brake - Adam Oltremari on Guiding, Hunting, and the Great Outdoors
11/09/2023
Ep. 42 - Kilby Brake - Adam Oltremari on Guiding, Hunting, and the Great Outdoors
This week, we're joined by Adam Oltremari from Kilby Brake Outfitters, nestled in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Our conversation with Adam paints a picture of a life devoted to the great outdoors, from his early days of hunting with his family to his professional journey as a guide for deer, ducks, and geese. As Adam gears up to unveil a new lodge this year, he shares the thrill of the hunt and the passion that fuels his dedication to providing exceptional hunting experiences. This episode is a must-listen for anyone enamored with the call of the wild and the stories of those who answer it. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at . The podcast is also brought to you by Kilby Brake Outfitters. Find them on and .
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Ep. 41 - The Quiver and The Quin: Nostalgic Stories of Hunting and Archery with Danny Quin
10/18/2023
Ep. 41 - The Quiver and The Quin: Nostalgic Stories of Hunting and Archery with Danny Quin
Join us for an enriching conversation with our friend Danny Quin as we explore not just the intricacies of traditional archery but also the broader canvas of hunting. 'The Quiver and The Quin' weaves together Danny's expertise in archery with evocative stories from his youth spent in the woods. This episode is a celebration of the traditions, adventures, and nostalgia that come with being a lifelong hunter. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 40 - Backwoods Echoes with Zack and Jonathan
09/27/2023
Ep. 40 - Backwoods Echoes with Zack and Jonathan
On this week's episode, Jonathan and Zack discuss upcoming plans for their hunting seasons. Jonathan shares some of the tools he's acquired recently that he plans to use for deer season, and Zack shares some stories from his most recent trout fishing trip with the family. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 39 - Duck Dogs and Hunting with Freddy King
09/06/2023
Ep. 39 - Duck Dogs and Hunting with Freddy King
This week on the podcast, we're excited to welcome Freddy King, a world-renowned duck dog trainer and duck hunter. We'll dive into Freddy's unique approach to dog training that yields championship-level hunting dogs and how his lifelong passion for duck hunting has influenced his career. Don't miss out on his entertaining stories and invaluable tips, whether you're a seasoned duck hunter or just getting started. Tune in for a can't-miss conversation full of laughs and expertise. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 38 - Hunting Memories and Airbnb Misadventures
08/03/2023
Ep. 38 - Hunting Memories and Airbnb Misadventures
Coming to you from the World Deer Expo in Birmingham, Alabama, Jonathan, Zack, and Mark tell of their Airbnb mishaps and the hunting adventures that helped mold their friendships. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 37 - Turkey Hunting: Wins, Fails, and Lots of Laughs!
06/20/2023
Ep. 37 - Turkey Hunting: Wins, Fails, and Lots of Laughs!
Join hosts Zack and Jonathan in Episode 37 of the Backwoods Grind Podcast as they share exciting stories of turkey hunting. Discover their epic victories, hilarious blunders, and plenty of laughs along the way. We hope it will leave you inspired and rolling with laughter. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 36 - NWTF Convention 2023
04/27/2023
Ep. 36 - NWTF Convention 2023
Welcome to Episode 36 of our podcast! In this episode, Zack, Jonathan, Chris, and Tyler share their insights and experiences from the NWTF convention. They discuss the latest turkey hunting equipment that caught their eye at the convention and how it could improve their hunting game. They also share their plans for the upcoming turkey hunting season, including strategies they plan to use. Whether you are a seasoned turkey hunter or just starting out, this episode is packed with information to help you prepare for the season.
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Ep. 35 - Stories of Pop-Tarts and Boats Full of Water
02/22/2023
Ep. 35 - Stories of Pop-Tarts and Boats Full of Water
Welcome back to another episode of the Backwoods Grind Podcast! This one is packed with hilarious tales from the 2022-2023 hunting season. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 34 - Company Updates and Public Land Hunting Ethics and Tactics with Zack and Jonathan.
12/28/2022
Ep. 34 - Company Updates and Public Land Hunting Ethics and Tactics with Zack and Jonathan.
In this episode, Zack and Jonathan share some news about Backwoods Grind (spoiler; we're not going anywhere). We also discuss some ethics around hunting public land and tactics for hunting when you don't have much time. We hope you enjoy the episode! The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 33 - Hunting Season Openers for Deer and Ducks on Public Land
12/13/2022
Ep. 33 - Hunting Season Openers for Deer and Ducks on Public Land
Tune in as Chris, Jonathan, and Zack discuss their deer and duck seasons so far this year. They talk about archery and saddle hunting equipment as well as some things they've tried that worked and some that didn't. As usual, you're sure to crack a smile a few times as they poke fun at each other. We hope you enjoy the episode! The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 32 - Public Land Deer Hunting Tactics with Kyler Moppert of Lost Hat Co. and Surcee Designs
09/13/2022
Ep. 32 - Public Land Deer Hunting Tactics with Kyler Moppert of Lost Hat Co. and Surcee Designs
Jonathan and Zack invite Kyler Moppert into the studio to talk about public land deer hunting tactics. Kyler shares with us some of the secrets to his success in the swamps of Louisiana and Mississippi. If you are wanting to increase your odds for success this season, you don't want to miss this episode! We also talk about Kyler's businesses, Surcee Designs and Lost Hat Co. The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 31 - Josh Raggio of Raggio Custom Calls and the Raggio Mercantile
08/30/2022
Ep. 31 - Josh Raggio of Raggio Custom Calls and the Raggio Mercantile
On this episode, Jonathan, Zack, and Chris hang out at the new Raggio Mercantile in Raymond, MS with Josh Raggio of Raggio Custom Calls. Josh tells us stories of he got started duck hunting and how he found his passion for building custom calls. He also talks about his new shop, the Raggio Mercantile and how it came about. It's a beautiful shop on the square in Raymond, MS that every hunter needs to visit. Josh is such an inspiration and we hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Visit Raggio's website at . You can also find his custom call Instagram here: and the Raggio Mercantile Instagram here: The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. Check them out at .
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Ep. 30 - Ducks, Dogs, and Turkeys with Jimbo Ronquest
07/26/2022
Ep. 30 - Ducks, Dogs, and Turkeys with Jimbo Ronquest
This week we're coming to you from Mr. Jimbo Ronquest's home in Stuttgart, AR. We were honored to visit with him and Ms. Rosie. We enjoyed an excellent dinner with them, had Jimbo tune our calls, and recorded this podcast episode. In this episode, we hear how Jimbo got started in the outdoor industry. If you know him, you know he's a great storyteller. He definitely did not dissappoint. Listen in as he tells us what calling sequences will make you a deadly duck hunter! We also discuss his involvement with Turkeys For Tomorrow and his passion for turkey conservation. We hope you enjoy the show! Please leave a review and let us know how we're doing. Your feedback is important to us! The podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at . The podcast is also brought to you by Lost Hat Co. If you are looking for excellent quality headwear for your brand, look no further! Check them out at .
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Ep. 29 - All About Apex Ammunition with Jared Lewis and Boomer Brown
07/19/2022
Ep. 29 - All About Apex Ammunition with Jared Lewis and Boomer Brown
Zack, Jonathan, and Chris had the pleasure of sitting down with Jared Lewis and Boomer Brown at the Apex Ammunition headquaters in Columbus, Mississippi for a great conversation about life, business, photography, and what it means to "Experience your best shot". Listen up as Jared (aka The Mad Scientist) talks about ballistics and why TSS is a superior load. Warning: this episode will likely cause you to spend your hard-earned money on ammo, whether you need it or not (who doesn't need it though?)! Check out Apex at ! We hope you enjoy the show! Please leave a review and let us know how we're doing. Your feedback is important to us! This episode is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee from our website at .
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Ep. 28 - Public and Private Land Turkey Hunting Success
05/03/2022
Ep. 28 - Public and Private Land Turkey Hunting Success
Welcome back to another episode of the Backwoods Grind Podcast! This week Zack and Jonathan share the ups and downs of hunting stubborn Mississippi Eastern turkeys on public and private land. We've had a banner year in the turkey woods and hope you enjoy hearing some of the lessons we learned and successes we've experienced. This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 27 - Hear the Hunt with Tetra Hearing
04/25/2022
Ep. 27 - Hear the Hunt with Tetra Hearing
On this weeks episode of the Backwoods Grind Podcast we have our friends William Frawley and Scott Shepherd from Tetra to talk all things hearing protection and enhancement. You'll want to tune in to this one. Hearing isn't something that comes back after being damaged so educate yourself and protect yourself so you can continue to enjoy those gobbles in the spring and whistling wings in the winter! We hope you enjoy the episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 26 - Arkansas Public Land Duck Hunting
04/21/2022
Ep. 26 - Arkansas Public Land Duck Hunting
This episode is coming to you from the Ducks Unlimited Dux Expo in Fort Worth, TX. Zack and Chris talk about their experience hunting Arkansas Public Land for ducks; the highs, the lows, and the in-betweens. We hope you enjoy the episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 25 - NWTF Convention Wrap Up and Fan Drooling Session
03/24/2022
Ep. 25 - NWTF Convention Wrap Up and Fan Drooling Session
On this episode Chris, Jonathan, and Zack talk about their experience at the NWTF Convention in Nashville, TN. Listen in as they shed some light on what goes on behind the scenes at Backwoods Grind. We hope you enjoy the episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at backwoodsgrind.com!
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Ep. 24 - The Public Land Grind with Chris Utroska
01/31/2022
Ep. 24 - The Public Land Grind with Chris Utroska
Here's an episode we recorded earlier in Duck Season with our buddy Chris Utroska. We give updates on how our seasons are going and talk about the grind of the 2021-2022 Duck Season. We hope you enjoy this episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 23 - Lost Brake with Brooks Tinsley and Harrison Gregory
01/04/2022
Ep. 23 - Lost Brake with Brooks Tinsley and Harrison Gregory
We were invited to the island for a few days to duck hunt with the Lost Brake crew and while we were there we got two of the guys on the podcast. Brooks Tinsley and Harrison Gregory tell us how they got started in duck hunting, why they started looking for a place of their own and some of the challenges of owning an Island in the Mississippi River. We think you'll enjoy the stories and might even pick up some waterfowl knowledge as you listen to these two guys hash it out! Check out Lost Brake on the Lost Brake on Instagram: This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 22 - Public Land Scouting Tips for Ducks with Chris Utroska
11/16/2021
Ep. 22 - Public Land Scouting Tips for Ducks with Chris Utroska
Our buddy Chris Utroska stopped by the shop to chat about our plan for opening day of duck season on public land. Chris is an accomplished public land duck hunter. In this episode we talk about the grind of public land duck hunting and what it takes to be successful. One of the main keys to success is scouting before season. Chris shares with us some tips, tactics, and gear he uses to be consistently successful hunting ducks on public land. Of course, lots of laughs were shared and shots fired at some of our other hunting buddies! We hope you enjoy this episode. Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 21 - Philosophical Musings and Other Randomness About Deer, Duck and Squirrel Hunting
11/09/2021
Ep. 21 - Philosophical Musings and Other Randomness About Deer, Duck and Squirrel Hunting
We're sorry we missed posting an episode last week! But this week's was a fun one! Zack and Jonathan chat about updates on their hunting seasons so far from squirrel hunting to duck scouting and deer hunting, and everything in-between. We also discuss the new Pinhoti Project website (pinhotiproject.com) that we were privileged to help with recently. Check it out and purchase some of that new Pinhoti merch! Enjoy the episode! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee and some merch at !
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Ep. 20 - Back to the Basics - Traditional Archery with Terry Green of TradGang
10/26/2021
Ep. 20 - Back to the Basics - Traditional Archery with Terry Green of TradGang
This week on the podcast, we have Terry Green founder of TradGang, a website and forum dedicated to the lifestyle of traditional archery. We've been a fan of Terry and TradGang for years now and are honored to have him on the podcast. We talk about his journey to traditional archery and how TradGang got started. The site has become much more than a hangout. The TradGang community has also raised over $900,000 for St. Jude Children's Hospital! We hope you enjoy this episode! This podcast episode is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag at .
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Ep. 19 - Backwoods Conversations
10/19/2021
Ep. 19 - Backwoods Conversations
This week Zack and Jonathan chat about the goings-on at Backwoods Grind, our interesting battle for the top spot in the search engines for terms that fit our brand, among other things. If you want a peek into the daily conversations between Zack and Jonathan, this is the episode to listen to. If you get nothing else out of this episode, we hope you'll get a good laugh at us! This podcast is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag at .
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Ep. 18 - Duck Season Shenanigans with Sam Teeples
10/12/2021
Ep. 18 - Duck Season Shenanigans with Sam Teeples
We finally got our buddy Sam Teeples to hop on the podcast and talk about the recent teal season and upcoming duck and goose seasons. Sam is an experienced duck hunter who hunts a lot of public land. He's made quite a few friends in the duck hunting community and is a wealth of knowledge. We were happy to have him on the podcast and look forward to sharing a duck hole with him soon! Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee at !
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Ep. 17 - Deer Hunting Strategies from the South to the Midwest.
10/05/2021
Ep. 17 - Deer Hunting Strategies from the South to the Midwest.
This week we have our buddy Andrew Giles on the line. As we have said previously, Andrew is an integral part of the Backwood Grind family. He is also an accomplished deer hunter and unofficial guide for friends and family. He and his friend Reed Wilson have taken their experience and started an outfitting service in Southern Illinois where he lives. They have already booked it up for the first season and are looking forward to providing an excellent hunting destination for years to come. In this episode, we talk about stand placement and the differences between hunting in the Midwest and the South. We hope you enjoy the episode! Give Andrew and Reed a follow on Instagram: This episode is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Snag a bag of coffee at !
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Ep. 16 - Let's Get Real About Quality
09/28/2021
Ep. 16 - Let's Get Real About Quality
This week Zack and Jonathan talk about quality and what it means to them and Backwoods Grind. It seems these days that companies are straying from their roots and leaving quality behind, but there are some that are still holding true to the quality they started with. We talk about some of our favorites and also how quality plays a major role in Backwoods Grind. We hope you enjoy the episode! This episode is brought to you by Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. Grab a bag on our website:
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