Raised in the Woods

The podcast dives into the pervasive impact of social media on our lives and the outdoors. Joel Kleefisch and guests like Chad Belding and Brittany Christensen discuss how social media blurs reality, causing generational shifts where kids struggle with interpersonal communication. They explore the contradiction of needing social media for business while yearning for genuine […]

Guest: Chad Belding

Sat Jun 6, 2026

44:01

Joel Kleefisch hosts a riveting episode featuring Chad Belding, national host of The Fowl Life, diving into the profound impact of hunting on personal networks and life experiences. Chad shares how the humble Mallard Duck connected him with fascinating people across diverse fields. The crew discusses the essence of manifestation, debating its role in success […]

Sat May 30, 2026

44:01

Joel Kleefisch hosts a lively episode featuring Eric Loebner from Wisconsin’s DNR and former Chief Warden Todd Schaller. They dive into outdoor adventures, wildlife management, and the joys of turkey hunting. Chef Lawton introduces a mouthwatering brunch dish—turkey toast with poached eggs, avocado, and pomegranate seeds. The discussion shifts to turkey camp cuisine, including a […]

Sat May 23, 2026

44:01

Get ready for a wild ride through the Midwest’s great outdoors with hosts Joel Kleefisch and Chef Ellie Lawton. This episode is a smorgasbord of turkey tales and culinary experiments. Special guests Eric Lobner and Todd Schaller from the Wisconsin DNR share insights on conservation, turkey hunting antics, and the challenges of adapting to political […]

Guests: Megan Salazar, Todd Schaller, Eric Lobner

Sat May 16, 2026

44:01

In this heartwarming episode, hosts Joel Kleefisch and Ellie Lawton dive into the unexpected journey of Ashlyn Whitting, a former vegan who found love and hunting through her outdoorsman partner. Ashlyn shares how their relationship, rooted in mutual respect and open dialogue, led her to embrace hunting and culinary exploration. The episode also features Shelby […]

Guest: Shelby Christensen

Sat May 9, 2026

43:00

Many hunters share a similar origin story: an older family member or other trusted adult ushers a young child out into the wilderness to teach them the ropes. The kid might be excited by the magic of nature or the thrill of the hunt, or they may not even want to be there at first. […]

Guests: Megan Salazar, Sarah Marenes, Shelby Christensen

Sat May 2, 2026

43:58

Will they or won’t they? How close is Wisconsin to expanding the species available to hunt? Hosts Joel Kleefisch and Ellie Lawton have the foremost expert on Waterfowl hunting Brad Heidel to pick his brain about what animals will make it from the field to your dinner table. Don’t worry they manage to give you […]

Guests: Megan Salazar, Mike Kretschmer, Brad Heidel

Sat Apr 25, 2026

44:01

Get ready for a side splitting romp through the Midwest as spring has sprung. Raised in the Woods hosts Joel Kleefisch and Ellie Lawton lead an all star bunch a turkeys through your keys to a wild outdoor spring in the Midwest. Wild turkey season is in full swing and that means easy awesome turkey […]

Guests: Megan Salazar, Mike Kretschmer, Brad Heidel

Sat Apr 18, 2026

43:00

Today on Raised in the Woods we’re recapping the fun we had at the 98th Annual Tom McNulty Memorial Coon Feed! How did it go? How record-breaking was the attendance? And most importantly; how did Chef Lawton’s raccoon recipe stack up against the pros? Guests Sherri Ritz and Nick Corgiat return to tell us all about […]

Guests: Nick Corgiat, Sherri Ritz

Sat Feb 7, 2026

43:57

Today on Raised in the Woods we’re traveling to the wilds of Wisconsin to investigate a fascinating local tradition. The 98th Annual Tom McNulty Memorial Coon Feed held by the American Legion Post 196 is a charitable fundraiser seeking to raise money for local youth and veteran’s programs. How do they do it? You might […]

Guests: Nick Corgiat, Sarah Marenes, Sherri Ritz

Sat Jan 31, 2026

43:00