The Outdoor Life Podcast

Outdoor Life

Compound Bows

Turkey Hunting

Crossbows

Bass Fishing

Thermal Optics

Conservation

PFAS

Duck Hunting

Hunting

Big Game Hunting

Hunting Ethics

PSE Mach 30DS

Budget Bows

Technology In Hunting

Hunting Regulations

Firearms Industry Trends

Wildlife Management

Raven R29

Lancaster Archery Supply

Lever Action Rifles

Outdoor Life has been publishing hunting, fishing, and conservation stories since 1898. Its flagship podcast brings deep-dive journalism to the issues that are most important to sportsmen and women. Hosted and produced by the editors with field reporting from our best contributors, the show airs weekly.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	160	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	SportsWilderness

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Latest Episodes

The Animal-Rights Movement Is Getting Weirder

There is some really strange stuff going on these days in the world of anti-hunting and animal-rights activism. Dr. Robbie Kroger of the Origins Foundation explains why.

Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson.

Produced by executive editor Natalie ... more

8 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 2 min

Why Some Rifle Cartridges Thrive, and Others Die Out

There are more new cartridges being introduced today, and more marketing hype around them, than ever before ... right? Not so fast. Senior staff writer Tyler Freel explains.

The Living Cartridges, and the Dead, by Jack O'Connor — tinyurl.co... more

1 Apr 2026 • 47 min

Turkey Calling Secrets with Champion Caller Dustin Jones

Dustin Jones is an accomplished competition turkey caller, hunter, and call maker. He's got plenty of awards to his credit (like winning the 2025 Grand National Calling Championship in the friction division), and plenty of tips for turkey hunters loo... more

25 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 10 min

They Lived in the Boundary Waters for an Entire Year

A decade ago Dave and Amy Freeman spent a year living in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Now, as the fate of the wilderness hangs in the balance again, they revisit their epic adventure, and the place they call home.

House votes to stri... more

18 Mar 2026 • 44 min

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Recent Guests

Tyler Freel

Staff writer, gun tester, lifelong Jack O'Connor fan

Outdoor Life

Episode: Why Some Rifle Cartridges Thrive, and Others Die Out

Dustin Jones

Champion turkey caller and pot call maker

Blackstone Custom Calls

Episode: Turkey Calling Secrets with Champion Caller Dustin Jones

Dave Freeman

Explorer, author of A Year in the Wilderness

Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters / Boundary Waters protection efforts

Episode: They Lived in the Boundary Waters for an Entire Year

Amy Freeman

Explorer, author of A Year in the Wilderness

Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters / Boundary Waters protection efforts

Episode: They Lived in the Boundary Waters for an Entire Year

Andrew McKean

Outdoor Life hunting editor who led the elk hunt

Outdoor Life

Episode: The Full Story Behind Our Controversial Helicopter Hunt on Landlocked Public Ground

Patrick Wightman

National Director of Wild Turkey Research for the National Wild Turkey Federation

National Wild Turkey Federation

Episode: NWTF's Top Researcher Explains the Turkey Decline

Brian Nesvik

Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Episode: Director Brian Nesvik on the Future of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Jon Durtka

President of the Michigan Spearfishing Association and advocate for expanded spearfishing regulations

Michigan Spearfishing Association

Episode: Spearfishing for Walleyes Is Coming to the Great Lakes. And That's Not a Bad Thing

Levi Morgan

The greatest 3D archer of all time and a very accomplished bow hunter

Episode: Levi Morgan’s Whitetail Secrets

Hosts

Alex Robinson

Editor-in-chief and lead host; associated with field reporting and editorial leadership for Outdoor Life's podcast.

Natalie Krebs

Executive Editor; long-time producer and on-air contributor.

Dak Collins

Host of the show in several episodes; News Editor with responsibilities covering hunting, conservation, and policy topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings

Great podcasts, and I’m not a hunter or fisherman.
I’m older now but still enjoy the outdoors. The podcasts are almost always interesting and give real glimpses into human and animal nature, and how technology addresses it all. Very well done.
Apple Podcasts
5
ggreen29
United States8 months ago
Other side Episode 109
The other side of the debate. Now that the citizens of the western states want to limit out of state hunters. The states make the fees higher and the preference points system more difficult. Why would I care if they sell all the public land out west. I will never be able to hunt on it. If they sell all the public land pay down the debt my taxes will go down. I might be able to buy land in my own state to hunt on. If western states are raising fees to limit access it is no use to me to have publ... more
Apple Podcasts
4
Midwest Bowhunter
United Statesa year ago
Turkey Episode with Van Cise = 5 Star Review
I really enjoy this podcast. Lots of interesting discussion on various topics. I especially appreciate the turkey episode with Matt Van Cise - keep the Turkey episodes coming! Denny Gulvas should be next.
Apple Podcasts
5
GSwigart
United Statesa year ago
Partnering with Harris/Walz?
It’s quite shocking one of if not the oldest Outdoor publication would partner with the campaign that hates everything a hunter cares about. Great job outdoor life. You screwed yourself.
Apple Podcasts
1
Bad Bama
United Statesa year ago
Great Podcast
You guys are doing a great job with this podcast. Just like the magazine, great, timely info, well reported!
Apple Podcasts
5
JDE11111
United States2 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, data-driven approach even when topics are controversial.

Fans want more survival stories and real-world hunting insights alongside policy discussions.

Some listeners note uneven interview pacing but praise storytelling and depth.

Overall, content is seen as timely, well-reported, and engaging for outdoors enthusiasts.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts	#100	United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#19	Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#150	United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#224	Australia/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#246	Germany/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#127	Finland/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Some Rifle Cartridges Thrive, and Others Die Out

Q: What are the common threads you see that predict whether a modern cartridge will become a lasting success like the 6.5 Creedmoor?

A successful cartridge typically combines an improved design with broad, practical rollout—easy to load, accurate, and supported by a wide selection of rifles and ammunition; availability across markets and ongoing industry adoption are key.

Why Some Rifle Cartridges Thrive, and Others Die Out

Q: There's a ton of interesting stuff in this story that we'll dig into, but just off the top, what's the biggest thing that stood out in the story that you're like, man, this is written decades ago, but it's still relevant today?

Freel points to the recurring theme that cartridges rise or fall based on practical factors like the number of guns chambered for them and the availability of factory ammo, not just on paper ballistics, and notes the ongoing relevance of O'Connor's observations in modern cartridge ecosystems.

They Lived in the Boundary Waters for an Entire Year

Q: What surprised you most about the experience?

They were struck by how the senses continued to heighten even after months, how isolation shaped daily life, and how encounters with visitors helped spread the message to protect the Boundary Waters.

They Lived in the Boundary Waters for an Entire Year

Q: How did you plan and execute the year-long journey in practical terms (resupplies, routes, logistics)?

They used an expedition manager to plan a rough sweep of the wilderness, relied on volunteers for resupplies every two weeks, and adjusted routes seasonally, including a winter setup with sled dogs and a hot tent.

They Lived in the Boundary Waters for an Entire Year

Q: What inspired you to spend a year in the Boundary Waters and pursue this as a mission?

They were motivated by protecting the wilderness from mining threats and wanted to mobilize public support through a long-term, immersive demonstration of what the Boundary Waters means to people across the country.

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1. Tyler Freel
2. Dustin Jones
3. Dave Freeman
4. Amy Freeman
5. Andrew McKean
6. Patrick Wightman
7. Brian Nesvik
8. Jon Durtka

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