The Michael Waddell Podcast

Michael sits down with Rob Gearing, founder of Spartan Precision Equipment, for a deep dive into precision performance in the wild. This episode explores what it truly means to build gear-and a mindset-around accuracy, reliability, and real-world hunting demands.

Michael Waddell sits down with Jimmy John Liautaud, founder of Jimmy John's Sandwiches, to break down his true recipe for success. From launching a sandwich shop with nothing but determination to creating one of the most recognizable food brands in America, Jimmy John shares the mindset, work ethic, and decisions that fueled his success.

Michael sits down with legendary MLB manager and devoted outdoorsman Ned Yost for a conversation that moves seamlessly from the baseball field to the hunting field. As the World Series-winning manager of the Kansas City Royals, Ned brings decades of leadership experience, incredible stories from the dugout, and a genuine passion for the outdoors.

Michael sits down with country music superstar and proud outdoorsman Blake Shelton for an authentic, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation rooted in country music, culture, and the outdoors. Blake opens up about his Oklahoma beginnings, his passion for hunting, and the country roots that shaped his life both on and off the stage.

Michael sits down with Bill Thompson, founder of Spartan Forge and former U.S. Army intelligence veteran, to talk about how AI is transforming the world of hunting. Bill shares how his background in military intelligence inspired the creation of a platform that uses artificial intelligence to help hunters better understand deer movement and behavior.

Michael is joined by none other than cowboy cook, storyteller, and Western heritage icon Cowboy Kent Rollins. From trail fire cooking to timeless values, Kent brings a big helping of heart, humor, and history to the table. You'll hear about life on the chuckwagon, the art of cast iron cooking, and the stories that shaped a true American cowboy.

This week, Michael sits down with the folks from The Hayden Alabama Podcast, the creators behind the viral Southern Storytellers series. Known for their heartfelt moments and hilarious tales, this episode brings you deep into the soul of small-town Alabama.

Michael is joined by longtime friend and turkey hunting expert Phillip Culpepper for an in-depth look at what it takes to truly master the game. From his earliest days chasing gobblers in the South to building a powerful legacy with Hunt Club and Spring Thunder, Phillip shares how a deep love for the outdoors evolved into a life-long mission.

In this unfiltered episode of The Michael Waddell Podcast, Michael sits down with legendary journalist and political commentator Tucker Carlson for an unscripted, no-holds-barred conversation. From the chaos of mainstream media to finding peace in the outdoors, Tucker opens up like never before.

In this powerful episode, Michael Waddell sits down with Col. Nick Nichols, a retired U.S. Army veteran, passionate outdoorsman, and proud patriot, to explore the true meaning of giving back after a life of service. From his distinguished military career to his mission with Folds of Honor, Col. Nick shares how leadership, sacrifice, and faith shaped his journey.

In this powerful episode of The Michael Waddell Podcast, country music artist Drake White opens up about his extraordinary journey of recovery after collapsing on stage due to a rare and life-threatening brain condition. Drake shares the raw truth behind his near-death experience, the emotional and physical battles of rehabilitation, and how faith, music, and determination fueled his comeback.

Michael Waddell sits down with renowned actor, producer, and faith leader Kirk Cameron for an inspiring deep dive into what leadership in life truly looks like. From his days on screen to becoming a voice for faith, family, and personal growth, Kirk opens up about his journey and how he's embraced leadership at every stage—from Hollywood to homeschooling, from fatherhood to being a grand kwhunting