High Country and Handmade: Stories of the western craft and way of life
A podcast that explores everything from my leather work to my hounds, the outdoors and anything else we can think up. A mix of me rambling and guests that hold the spotlight will make for an entertaining listen.
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Traps, Tactics and Tough Choices: A Coyote Trapper’s Unfiltered Story (opens the original)
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Mr McNasty himself joins us again to discuss predator control: why targeted, preventative work matters for livestock and wildlife, especially during drought and fawn season. The conversation covers the impacts of coyotes, bobcats, wolves and grizzlies on pronghorn and mule deer, and how laws and politics can complicate management. The episode also dives into practical trapping tactics, equipment, mentorship and ethical debates—explaining the landscape of fear, population dynamics, and why hands-
Lighthounds Unleashed: From Blood Trails to Hog Hunts (opens the original)
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Thank you for joining us for a great conversation with Litehounds, we shoot the shit about damn near anything we can think of and end up running out of time. We could have went a couple more hours pretty easy. Check them out and let us know what we can do better. Thank you for following us and joining the shit show. Check out everything they have at Litehounds on instagram, facebook and TikTok. Standing S Leather High Country Blood Dogs High Country and Handmade
Hats, Hounds and Hard Work — A Rancher's Handmade Journey (opens the original)
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We have a great visit with Josh Beesley of Snake River Hat Company. We discuss Josh’s journey from leatherwork and knife-making to building custom hats, the craft involved in beaver felt hats, and running a small handmade business while managing ranch life. The conversation also covers hound hunting, family, wildfire impacts, and balancing passion with work. Check out Snake River Hat Company and follow the journey as they continue to grow.
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