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Cutting The Distance

Cutting The Distance

By: MeatEater
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Jason Phelps and Dirk “The Bugler” Durham from Phelps Game Calls leverage their experiences as badass competition callers, call makers, and dedicated hunters to bring you the tips and tricks they use all season long that make them successful in the field. From turkey to elk and beyond, join Jason and Dirk every Thursday as they host the very best experts when it comes to hunting and calling. Tune in now so you too can get ’em close.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 142: Spring Bear and BS

    Ep. 142: Spring Bear and BS
    Jun 19 2025

    Jason and Dirk get back together again after a busy spring and shoot the breeze about their bear hunts. Jason and close friend Tyson, hunt bears in Idaho. Dirk hunted black bears in the great state of Alaska on an invite from Christensen Arms. They discuss the highs and lows of bear hunting and throw in a few bear hunting tips.

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    55 mins
  • Ep. 141: My Dad is Tougher than YOUR DAD!

    Ep. 141: My Dad is Tougher than YOUR DAD!
    Jun 12 2025

    In the spirit of Father's Day, Jason and Dirk enjoy comparing their Father's personalities and atributes. They discuss their dad's backgrounds, and reminicing about their first times hunting with them.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Ep. 140: Elk Tactics: 10 Questions to Be Better

    Ep. 140: Elk Tactics: 10 Questions to Be Better
    Jun 5 2025

    In this episode, Jason Phelps takes on 10 of the toughest elk hunting questions every serious hunter should ask. From calling strategies and terrain tactics to handling hung-up bulls and the mental grind, Jason breaks down exactly how he approaches each scenario in the elk woods. With decades of experience and countless bulls called in, he shares hard-earned insight into what works, what doesn’t, and why. Whether you're a new hunter or a seasoned vet, this episode delivers real-world advice without the fluff. Tune in for a no-nonsense look at the mindset, methods, and moments that define elk hunting at the highest level.

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    53 mins

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