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Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #43: The Big Honker Podcast and the Guide Life with Jeff Stanfield and Lucas BelangerCorey Lucas and producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Co. studio with the one-and-only Jeff Stanfield, who's notoriety is gained from running a successful waterfowl guide service in Texas and co-hosting one of the top hunting and wilderness podcasts in country, The Big Honker Podcast. He's joined by good friend and avid waterfowler Lucas Belanger.Jeff shares how his upbringing led to a life as a guide, essentially describing the roots of the family run Stanfield Hunting Outfitters near Knox City, Texas. He talks about how the idea of a podcast came from...
2025-07-262h 19
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #42: The Life of a Great Lakes Boat Captain with Karl HardestyCorey Lucas and producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Co. studio with Great Lakes boat captain and avid waterfowler Karl Hardesty.Growing up around the Great Lakes, the sight of a freighter on the horizon of the big lakes is not uncommon. Karl steps us through how he built a career steering these ships around the big freshwaters of Lake Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Superior. They also learn how the ships hide from storms and what they're hauling around.Karl also shares his cool experiences getting to hunt along side his...
2025-07-031h 47
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #41: Turkey Tour Hangout, 4SZNS, and Camoretro with Cam Williams and Logan WebsterCorey Lucas and producer Clayton Beaird travel up to northern Michigan with friends Cam Williams of 4SZNS and Logan Webster of Camoretro to chase turkeys, enjoy the northern woods, and talk business.Cam shares about his upbringing and how he found his way to hunting and the origins of his business 4SZNS. He also shares his story from the first morning here in the woods with Clayton.Logan talks about old school camo and his purpose behind starting Camoretro and shares his experience in the hunting industry, include some words of wisdom.Just...
2025-06-192h 23
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #40: Duck Dynasty, Turkey Hunting, and the Vintage Clothing Industry with Jacob MayoCorey Lucas and producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Company studio with Jacob Mayo, the owner of General Vintage and cast member of Duck Dynasty The Revival.The fellas spent the past few days turkey hunting with Jacob in northern Michigan and they discuss the crazy travel logistics that led up to the hunt and the excitement that ensued shortly after Jacob's plane landed.Jacob talks about his family history and childhood interest and the origin story of General Vintage is revealed through his connection with his grandma and her generous...
2025-05-301h 45
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #39: Gunfights, Tragedy, and a Warrior's Spirit with Jack ZimmermanCorey Lucas, Kaj Carlson and producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Company studio with combat veteran and motivational speaker Jack Zimmerman.The guys discuss Jack's upbringing and early days of working in construction and the mindset that led him to enlist in the military.Jack "steps" us through the lifestyle and rigors of fighting in the desert and a series of tragic events that led to him being seriously wounded. Hearing Jack work through the story of losing his best friend Corporal Brett Land represents the continued impact these events have...
2025-05-272h 27
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #38: The Law, Conservation, and Life Skills with Chris TracyCorey Lucas, Kaj Carlson and producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Company studio with lawyer Chris Tracy, partner at the law firm of Warner Norcross & Judd.The guys discuss Chris' idyllic childhood in northern Michigan and how that upbringing not only shaped his work ethic but his passion and interest in the outdoors.Chris lays out his path to becoming a lawyer at one of the top firms here in Michigan, juggling family and work life, and how the life skills that he built over the years are reflected in how...
2025-05-131h 35
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #37: Building the "Pinnacle" of Duck Boats with Jordan EricksonCorey Lucas, Kaj Carlson and producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Company studio with Jordan Erickson, founder and co-owner of Pinnacle Boat Co., specializing in custom fishing and duck boats made right here in southwest Michigan.The guys talked through Jordan's childhood, building the work ethic and necessary experience through various jobs that included working on a golf course, helping his uncle wrench on hot rods, and being introduced to welding in a local fab shop. He carried his interests on to college at Ferris State University and Jordan explained how he was...
2025-04-301h 25
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #35: Duck Hunting, Outdoor Dream Foundation, and Finding a Purpose with Leroy & Jan MartinCorey Lucas and podcast producer Clayton Beaird sit down at a Hampton Inn in Raleigh, North Carolina with Leroy and Jan Martin to hear about a lifetime of events filled with purpose.Leroy and Jan share their stories of adoption, sickness, and literal "crushing" circumstances that have led them to be bold in their faith. We step through their childhood upbringing, hear about the adoption process of their son, the traumatic (but redeeming) events surrounding catastrophic damage to their home and Jan's recent health scare, and wrap-up by discussing Leroy's duck hunting adventures and the Outdoor Dream...
2025-03-061h 45
Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #34: Hurler Syndrome, Hunting, and Turkey Tracks with Mike and Daniel "Squeak" BoschCorey Lucas and podcast producer Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run Decoy Co. studio with Mike and Daniel "Squeak" Bosch to learn more about their inspiring story of overcoming extreme physical obstacles to pursue their passion for turkey hunting.Mike and Daniel share their family's journey of managing an extremely rare genetic disorder, Hurler Syndrome. Despite odds being stacked against Daniel, he and his dad have still been able to experience the outdoors together. We talk in-depth about Turkey Tracks, a unique hunting organization geared towards kids with disabilities.Fascinating and inspiring conversation...
2025-02-201h 52Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #29: Old School Hunting Clothes and Camoretro with Logan WebsterCorey Lucas and Clayton Beaird sit down in the Cedar Run studio with Logan Webster, the founder and owner of Camoretro. We talked about his journey that's led him to a passion for preserving iconic hunting clothing, and making it available for others. Logan also shares his waterfowling upbringing and the gratitude he has in how his parents developed his interest in travel and hunting. He also touches on his unique level of experience chicken farming in Arkansas. It was great having Logan out to the shop and we are excited to follow the story...
2023-11-281h 36Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #26: Waterfowling Tradition and Fine Furniture with Drake StuedemannCorey Lucas and Clayton Beaird hit the road to the idyllic town of Seneca, Illinois to talk with Drake Stuedemann about the finer things in life... waterfowling tradition and high-end craftsmanship.We talk about how an interest and passion for woodworking and building things as a young child has led Drake down a path to becoming a custom luxury furniture builder. His story is fascinating in that his family's tradition for waterfowling intertwines all of his life experiences, like how coaching from his grandfather and trudging through muck to retrieve ducks may have led to him being...
2023-09-091h 29Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #21: Videography and Loaded Timber Waterfowl with Zack BouzasCorey Lucas and Kaj Carlson are joined by Clayton Beaird and Zack Bouzas after a day filming the new Cedar Run Decoy Company micro-doc here in Michigan. Zack has an incredible talent for captivating an audience through video content and talks us through his methods from pacing videos to mixing audio tracks. Zack is currently filming for Loaded Timber Waterfowl (www.loadedtimber.com) in Oklahoma and shares his stories from this past season as well as his vision for the future as he's quickly making a name for himself in the waterfowl world.Follow Zack...
2023-04-201h 17Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #18: Airlifted, Baptism, Greenheads, ....and NWTF with Zachary BrawleyCorey Lucas, Kaj Carlson, and Clayton Beaird sit down with Zach Brawley to recap his year of adventures. The conversation covers Zach's near death experience, in-depth philosophical discussion on churches, baptisms, and the purpose for what we do... chasing ducks. And yes, we eventually get to talking about the National Wild Turkey Federation Annual Convention in Nashville, Tennessee. As expected, lots of laughs were had with Zach on this kickoff to our Season 2 episodes. Follow Zach Brawley on Instagram (@snow_storm_93)*This episode contains explicit language... y'all can thank ZachSend us...
2023-03-221h 56Corey and Kaj Podcast presented by Cedar Run Decoy CompanyEpisode #17: Season 1 Recap with Clayton BeairdCorey and Kaj are joined in the Cedar Run Decoy Co. studio by friend Clayton Beaird to recap Season 1 of The Corey & Kaj podcast, discuss the plans for Season 2, and share the hunting season highs and lows. Get ready for Season 2 by listening to this podcast!Follow Clayton's adventures on Instagram (@cbeaird32)Send us a text
2023-01-261h 14