It's Federal Season

Episode No. 12 - Going to be a Wild Ride

With a fiddle in his hand or a Federal bullet loaded in his rifle, Anoka, Minnesota’s own Nick Hoffman has been on a journey that has taken him around the globe.  Hear his amazing story that started from humble beginnings growing up near the Federal factory, to Nashville stardom, to the host of Outdoor Channel’s popular series Nick’s Wild Ride.  Before ending the podcast, get some valuable bullet selection advise from Jared Kutney, Federal’s Director of Product Development.

Episode No. 11 - One Trick at a Time

Is there a trick shot that 22plinkster can’t make?  Dave Nash, aka 22plinkster, is among the best when it comes to innovation and imagination when designing tricks with his 22 pistol or long rifle.  Find out more on how he dreams up and executes extremely difficult shots very few will attempt let alone ever make!  22plinkster adds in some humor and advice on shooting for a great episode of “It’s Federal Season.”   

Episode No. 10 - World’s Best

Many of us remember our firsts—first whitetail, first love or first car. Federal-sponsored competitive shooter Josh Froelich can top all of that. When he competed for the USA in his first IPSC Shotgun World Shoot, he left France a World Champion. Hear this amazing story and learn more about Josh and his meteoric rise in competitive shooting during this episode of “It’s Federal Season.”

Episode No. 9 - MeatEater Magic

The MeatEater dynamic duo of Steven Rinella and Janis Putelis join the “It’s Federal Season” podcast on location from the Black Hills of South Dakota.  Hear about the MeatEater beginnings, its core values, and an entertaining quickfire round on hunting and eating preferences that is microphone magic.  A truly memorable episode of “It’s Federal Season.”   

Episode No. 8 - Modern Day Wonder Woman

She sets shooting records.  She has served the United States.  She is on the front lines of protecting your 2nd Amendment rights.  That’s only half of the hats Julie Golob wears.  Find out how she balances all her duties and the Federal products she uses and trusts.  

Episode No. 7 - Customizing King

Rob Roberts, owner of Rob Roberts Custom Gun Works, gets in the hot seat to answer questions about his growing business and explain how hunters and shooters can improve their firearms’ performance.

Episode No. 6 - Bill Gray- Law Enforcement Hero

Hear about a life-and-death encounter from the man who survived one. We sit down with Special Agent Bill Gray, a former Wisconsin county investigator who used HST to defend himself during an attack that left numerous stab wounds in his face, neck and hands.

Episode No. 5 - The Influence of Realtree

David Blanton, iconic TV host and producer joins “It’s Federal Season” to talk about Realtree camouflage and concealment and the evolution of telling great hunting stories on TV, video, and now on digital platforms.    

Episode No. 4 - Raise the Flag

A special edition of the “It’s Federal Season” podcast welcomes World and Olympic Men’s Skeet champion Vincent Hancock to the microphone for an in-depth discussion on becoming one of the sport's all-time best.

Episode No. 3 - Outdoor Life & Outdoor Media

Outdoor Life’s Editor-in-Chief Alex Robinson joins the Federal team for a look at becoming an outdoor writer and the evolving landscape of the outdoor media.