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Bear Grease

MeatEater
Hunting
Turkey Hunting
Arkansas
Coon Hunting
Deer Hunting
Wildlife Conservation
Osceola
Bear Hunting
Duck Hunting
Hunting Culture
Conservation
Family
Mississippi
Rural America
Outdoor Adventures
Wildlife Management
Friendship
Whitetail Deer
Case Knives
Meateater Podcast Network

The Bear Grease Podcast with host Clay Newcomb delivers compelling storytelling through documentary-style episodes exploring the culture, traditions, and history of rural America. He’ll dive in deep with hunters, biologists, anthropologists, and hillbillies to learn about human nature and our ancient connection to the land. Bear Grease explores unique people, topics, and stories that reveal the in... more

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Brent’s taking a break from turkey tales this week to highlight a listener’s story. There’s a good lesson within the narrative that spoke to Brent and he’s hoping for you to feel the same. A simple story with a simple lesson that can impact generatio... more

Host Clay Newcomb is joined by Dr. Misty Newcomb, Bear Newcomb, Brent Reaves, and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker, along with special guest Jason Dean, whose story was featured in episode 451, Shot in the Back - The Jason Dean Story. Together, the crew ... more

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In deep time we know the earth was covered with dinosaurs and ice age megafauna. However, the story gets all the more real and tangible when you narrow it down and dive into a specific region or state. This week we’ll learn about the mammoths, giant ... more

Join Clay Newcomb live from the iHeartCountry Festival in Austin, Texas, for this special episode of Render, brought to you by Bobcat. Clay interviews country music superstars, Russell Dickerson and Dylan Scott, in the Bobcat Garage. Clay asks the ar... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Macaluso
Conservation advocate discussed in Pogie Boats episode
Unspecified in transcript
Episode: Ep. 450: Backwoods University - Bonus Episode: Pogie Boat Update
Judy Newcomb
Guest in the Tecovas hot seat, family member
Newcomb family
Episode: Ep. 448: Render - The Mena Connection
Gary Newcomb
Guest in the Tecovas hot seat, family member
Newcomb family
Episode: Ep. 448: Render - The Mena Connection
Josh Landbridge Spielmaker
Guest, collaborator
Episode: Ep. 448: Render - The Mena Connection
Jamie Quick
Turkey hunter and long-time contributor to Mississippi turkey hunting culture
Mississippi turkey hunting community
Episode: Ep. 447: Backwoods University - Turkey Stamps
Adam Butler
Wildlife biologist, turkey coordinator, deputy director of the Wildlife Bureau
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks / MS State connections
Episode: Ep. 447: Backwoods University - Turkey Stamps
Reed Barganier
The mind behind Reed's piano news on Instagram
Reed Barganier (Reed's Piano News)
Episode: Ep. 446: This Country Life - Reckless Abandon and Divine Intervention
Dave Gardner
Photographer and cinematographer
Self-employed photographer and cinematographer
Episode: Ep. 446: This Country Life - Reckless Abandon and Divine Intervention
Janet Davis
Historian with a PhD in US history, expert on circus history
University of Wisconsin–Madison (historian)
Episode: Ep. 445: “Killed by Circus Lion” - Graves From a Small Town

Hosts

Brent Reeves
Host of This Country Life; frequent voice in Bear Grease ecosystem with deep ties to rural America and hunting culture.
Clay Newcomb
Host of The Bear Grease Podcast; central figure in storytelling around logging, hunting, and Ozarks culture.
Lake Pickle
Host of Backwoods University with recurring involvement in Bear Grease projects.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12.9k ratings
  • Shot in the Back Episode

    This was really a great episode. I live 20 miles east of where these guys are from and had never heard this story. God definitely had his hand on Jason.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nortonshog
    United States11 days ago
  • Tragic?

    Would it have been tragic if it was a white man? There’s only one race, the human race!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ColoradokdDesigns
    United States14 days ago
  • Southern comfort

    A country podcast for country people that is intelligent as it is charming well done guys. I love hearing my culture presented in such a positive light.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cddkc
    United States21 days ago
  • Love this podcast

    Enjoyed this episode from This Country Life. As I get older this brings back so many memories of growing up with my dad hunting and fishing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve C Ham
    United Statesa month ago
  • This Country Life

    Feel like I’ve known Brent for years just by listening to him tell stories each week! Always great and he’s able to paint a picture with words. Great way to start out my Fridays with This Country Life

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DHill_78
    United Statesa month ago

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Guests and hosts are consistently relatable and down-to-earth.
Shows strong storytelling and authentic outdoor culture.
Some listeners want less background music or more concise episodes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#37
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#46
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#32
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#148
Canada/Sports

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 437: Backwoods University - Florida Water Crisis
Q: What happened to the proposed farm bill provision and why was it significant?
A disparagement clause was added to a farm bill proposal, threatening to sue people for speaking negatively about the sugar industry; activists mobilized, attended hearings, and ultimately the provision was removed, highlighting the power of public participation and free speech in environmental policy.
Special Drop: Clay's Utah Mountain Lion Hunt | 12 in '26
Q: What is it like to hunt dry-ground lions in Utah, and what are the expectations going into a five-day hunt?
The host expresses strong confidence in the Mecums and notes that optimal winter conditions, including snow and cold, were crucial; even with highly skilled teams, it's possible not to harvest a lion in several days, underscoring the unpredictability and difficulty of long hunts.
Ep. 438: Render - Turkey Girl on the Sorority Lawn
Q: What will you do with that degree?
The guest explains the plan is to become a chemical sales representative, with openness to other paths in sales tied to entomology.
Ep. 422: Backwoods University - Saving Wild Turkeys
Q: What was it like to see the change in turkey hunting over the decades?
Mr. Herring remarked on the explosion in turkey hunter numbers, acknowledging the connection between increased hunting participation and turkey conservation success.
Ep. 422: Backwoods University - Saving Wild Turkeys
Q: What was your experience like tracking and releasing turkeys?
Mr. Herring details the revolutionary process of trapping and relocating turkeys which significantly improved turkey populations in Mississippi over the years.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bear Grease

What is Bear Grease about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Bear Grease crafts documentary-style storytelling about rural America, focusing on hunting, conservation, and the cultural heritage tied to land and traditional livelihoods. Episodes frequently center on rugged work, family legacies, and authentic outdoor experiences, with guests ranging from loggers and biologists to longtime community figures. The show stands out for its intimate, memoir-like narration, strong sense of place, and a steady thread of mentorship, faith, and regional pride, making it appealing to listeners who value heritage, self-reliance, and authentic storytelling. It likely attracts outdoor enthusiasts, conservation-minded audiences, and people interested in Ozarks and countryside culture, with a mix of robust hunting lor... more

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Recent guests on Bear Grease include:

1. Chris Macaluso
2. Judy Newcomb
3. Gary Newcomb
4. Josh Landbridge Spielmaker
5. Jamie Quick
6. Adam Butler
7. Reed Barganier
8. Dave Gardner

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