Go Flush Yourself

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Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear.

Episode 39: Pheasant Opener 2025
#40
Yesterday at 4:16 PM

In this episode, Jared and Matt talk about their exploits in the field as upland seasons open in Washington. They also got to interview some Pheasants Forever members about their opening days and plans for the season.

Brought to you by Bird Hunter Supply! Visit birdhuntersupply.com for all your upland, waterfowl, hunting dog, and training needs. All purchases give back to the customer’s choice of Pheasants Forever, Ruffed Grouse Society, or Delta Waterfowl at no extra expense to the customer.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing do...


Episode 38: The History of the Browning Superposed & Citori
#39
09/28/2025

In this episode, we look into the history of the Browning Superposed and Citori over-under shotguns. 

While we did our best to make this as accurate as possible, it’s for entertainment purposes only and there’s no guarantees it’s 100% accurate. If you do notice an error, let us know (contact information is below) and if warranted we’ll issue a retraction or correction.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general...


Episode 37: Dove Opener and a First Rooster
#38
09/19/2025

In this episode, Jared and Matt talk about their 2025 dove season openers, a first youth hunt for pheasants, forest grouse hopes, a potential live podcast, and a Bird Dog Portrait auction for a good cause.

To view or bid on the Bird Dog Portraits auction, click here. It ends on Sep. 30th!

The potential live podcast will be on October 18th at Wheat Head Brewing Co. in Kennewick, WA, at around 7:00pm. This will be at a PF pint night on the evening of pheasant opener. Pay attention to our social media for more info.<...


Episode 36: The History of the Labrador Retriever
#37
08/29/2025

In this episode, we look into the history of the Labrador Retriever. 

While we did our best to make this as accurate as possible, but it’s for entertainment purposes only and there’s no guarantees it’s 100% accurate. If you do notice an error, let us know (contact information is below) and if warranted we’ll issue a retraction or correction.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you wa...


Episode 35: Cheatgrass & Chatbots
#36
08/26/2025

Jared and Matt are joined by Jon Nguyen and have a preseason discussion that covers hunting season plans, AI chatbots, professional dog training, cheatgrass, and our ideas for next dog breeds.

You can find Jon on his YouTube channel, Jon Hoan and on Instagram.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds c...


Episode 34: Winding down the off-season
#35
07/05/2025

Jared and Matt talk about their springers, boots, shotguns, dove hunting, and more as they get closer to the 2025-26 hunting season.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt...


Call your Senator!
#34
06/18/2025

Public lands are at risk again! Here's another quick update on public lands and the Senate's current plans to liquidate them. Please call your Senator at (202) 224-3121. It's easy and takes less than a minute! 


Episode 33: Jordan Horak Interview
#33
06/17/2025

Jared and Matt talked with Jordan Horak and went deep into bird dog training focusing on Jordan's unique approach to training.

Check out Jordan's Cato Boards and follow along on Instagram. You can also follow Jordan onJuggernaut Gundog's Facebook and Instagram pages.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us...


Episode 32: Patrick Berry Interview
#32
06/04/2025

Matt interviewed Patrick Berry about his experience with and passion for English springer spaniels. You may know Patrick best from his role as President and CEO of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and we do get into public lands at the end of episode, but we spend most of the time chatting about our springers.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers...


SAVE OUR PUBLIC LANDS
05/20/2025

Matt hops on the show for a quick minute to ask you to please reach out to your representatives in Washington D.C. and ask them to save our public lands from being sold off! You can use the Pheasants Forever link below or call (202) 224-3121. It's easy and takes less than a minute!

pheasantsforever.quorum.us/campaign/standforpubliclands2025


Episode 31: Chris Midgette Interview
#31
04/22/2025

In this episode, Jared and Matt chat with Chris Midgette. Chris is a lifelong Boykin Spaniel guy. He gets the most out of the breed, hunting waterfowl and upland birds over his Boykins. Chris is an outdoor writer who has been published in a variety of publications including Gun Dog and Wildfowl. You can find more about Chris on his website, The Hunting Traveller, and on Instagram.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in...


Episode 30: Jeff Lusk Interview
#30
04/06/2025

In this episode, Jared and Matt are joined by Jeff Lusk! Jeff runs his cocker spaniels in field trials and hunts them mostly the Pacific Northwest. Jeff has his own podcast, Cocker Chronicles, where he talks all things field bred English Cocker Spaniels with guests from the cocker community.  

You can find Cocker Chronicles wherever you find podcasts including on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, a...


Episode 29: Josh Riddle is Back!
#29
03/15/2025

Jared and Matt sit back down with Josh Riddle of Rockey's Kennels.  They discuss hunting grouse with spaniels, upcoming cocker and springer litters, pheasant release programs, thinking about your place in the food web, and more.

Josh was first on Go Flush Yourself in October 2024 on Episode 17.  If you want to hear more about Josh's background and Rockey's Kennels, you may want to go back to that episode before you listen to this one.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living wi...


Episode 28: Rex Sherburn Interview
#28
03/08/2025

Jared and Matt are joined by Rex Sherburn.  Rex is the Habitat Coordinator for the Benton Franklin Pheasants Forever Chapter and an avid upland hunter in Eastern Washington over his Bringer (Sprittney?).

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by o...


Episode 27: A few of our favorite things
#27
03/03/2025

In this episode, Jared and Matt discuss what they have been doing the off season so far, their favorite pieces of gear, and more.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support...


Episode 26: Jon Nguyen Returns
#26
02/06/2025

Jared and Matt sit back down with Jon Nguyen!

You can find Jon on:

The Jon Hoan YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@jonhoan?si=JW74GrzMB94xem4n   Jon's instagram: Threadsjonhoannguyen And at https://hackoutdoors.com

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free p...


Episode 25: 2024-25 Season Wrap-Up
#25
01/29/2025

Jared and Matt discuss their 2024-25 upland seasons and their plans for the off season. They also discuss Matt's distaste of side-by-sides, Jared's new vest, and drones.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want...


Episode 24: Boykin Spaniels with Chris Maurer
#24
01/11/2025

Jared and Matt learn talk with Chris Maurer and learn about Boykin Spaniels.

For more information on Boykin Spaniels, check out the Boykin Spaniel Society at http://boykinspaniel.org.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds (including Boykins!) check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely...


Episode 23: Hannah Hayes Interview
#23
01/06/2025

Jared and Matt sat down with Hannah Hayes from Prairie Fauna Kennels and got some spaniel talk in. We talked about training house dogs that go hunting, cockers versus springers, cockers and their big personalities, and more!

You can find Hannah and Prairie Fauna Kennels on Instagram at @prairiefaunakennels and on Facebook.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens...


Episode 22: Bones turns a corner
#22
12/30/2024

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Browse and purchase Go Flush Yourself merch.

Check us out on Instagram...


Episode 21: Maybe the Ruffed Grouse is the King
#21
12/12/2024

Jared and Matt discuss their recent hunts, grouse hunting in the Pacific Northwest, gun weights, and rescuing bird dogs.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a...


Episode 20: Down a gun, down a rig
#20
12/04/2024

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Browse and purchase Go Flush Yourself merch.

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Episode 19: Bismuth woes and upland influences
#19
11/14/2024

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Browse and purchase Go Flush Yourself merch.

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Episode 18: A banner hunt, some rough hunts, and Subarus
#18
11/05/2024

In this episode, Jared and Matt discuss their recent upland hunts and some thoughts that emanated from them. They get into the role nostalgia plays in upland hunt and eventually veer into hunting vehicles that results in a lot of Subaru talk.

Go Flush Yourself is hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers...


Episode 17: Josh Riddle Interview
#17
10/28/2024

In this episode of Go Flush Yourself, Jared and Matt sit down with Josh Riddle. Josh is of Rockey’s Kennels in northern Utah where he and his dad breed and train cocker and springer spaniels.  Their spaniels have various titles and championships and, as Jared and I can personally attest, produce some great bird dogs.

Go Flush Yourself is hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hun...


Episode 16: Pheasant Opener 2024
#16
10/21/2024

Matt and Jared's pheasant opener led to some scenarios that needed some discussion.  Listen to them recap their hunt which covers shotgun and shell selection, wild birds versus pen-raised birds, dog management, and more.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported p...


Episode 15: Clumber Spaniels with the Wickwires
#15
10/12/2024

In this episode, Jared and Matt are joined by Julie and Bob Wickwire of Creswick Clumbers where we talk about the rare flushing breed, the Clumber Spaniel.  

You can find Julie and Bob on Facebook and Instagram at @creswickclumbers.

You can also contact them by email at riwick@comcast.net

They are also on Good Dog and gundogbreeders.com.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on bird hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, a...


Episode 14: Chad Harvey Interview
#14
10/05/2024

This week, Jared and Matt sit down with Chad Harvey.  Chad is a regional representative for Pheasants Forever and he is here to talk Golden Retrievers!  

You can find Chad on Instagram at @gundogarms

Go Flush Yourself is an ad-free podcast and is supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member. It's only $2 per month!

Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Browse and purchase Go Flush Yourself merch.

Check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and X/Twitter or em...


Episode 13: Jon Nguyen Interview
#13
09/28/2024

In this episode, Matt and Jared chat with Jon Nguyen.  Jon has a YouTube channel called Jon Hoan where he posts videos of his hunts over his lab in Southern California where he mainly chases California quail.  Go Flush Yourself is an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

You can find Jon on:

- Instagram at @jonhoannguyen

- YouTube

- Hack Outdoors

Go Flush Yourself is hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

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Episode 12: Getting antsy for upland season
#12
09/15/2024

Jared and Matt discuss what they've been up to so far during dove season, the youth hunt, and Jared's plans for the upcoming grouse opener.  They somehow (but not surprisingly) get on the topic of shotguns.  They also talk about the upcoming valley quail, pheasant, and chukar seasons.  Lastly, they tease upcoming interviews and talk about what flushing breeds they want and want to know more about. Go Flush Yourself is an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

Hosted by Jared Kir...


Episode 11: First Aid Kits and Pointing Labs
#11
09/07/2024

Jared and Matt talk about their fledgling 2024 hunting seasons, first-aid kits for dogs, pointing labs and where they fit into the flushing world, and how OnX has changed how they hunt.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our...


Episode 10: Dove Opener 2024
#10
09/02/2024

This episode starts with Matt going through his dove bucket and getting ready for the upcoming upland season in general.  The second half of the episode contains a midday conversation between Jared and Matt discussing their dove opener activities.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an a...


Episode 9: Dove Season, Doodles, and Shotguns
#9
08/24/2024

Jared and Matt discuss the upcoming dove season. They dabble in doodles. But most of the episode is a deep dive rabbit hole in shotguns.  As always, Jared gives a Bones update. Go Flush Yourself is hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also a...


Episode 8: Will Such Interview
#8
08/17/2024

On this week's episode, join hosts Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer as they interview Will Such. Will shares his experiences with flushing dogs from doodles to  springers.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want t...


Episode 7: Dog Goggles, Dog Vests, & Dog Food
#7
08/10/2024

Jared and Matt talk about talk about dog goggles and dog vests.  Jared makes a plea for frozen birds.  Matt talks about his Bird Dog Portraits endeavor.  Matt and Jared touch on the hot topic of dog food.  And as always, Jared gives a Bones update.  

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check...


Episode 6: Steve Dunsmore Interview
#6
08/04/2024

Jared and Matt interview fellow springer spaniel owner, Steve Dunsmore.  We talk about dog goggles, hunting in the northeast versus northwest, and, of course, flushing dogs.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to h...


Episode 5: Vests, a Shotgun, and Upland YouTube
#5
07/27/2024

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! We are also an ad-free podcast and are supported purely by our listeners. If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member.

Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Browse and purchase Go Flush Yourself merch.

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Episode 4: Todd Agnew Interview
#4
07/21/2024

In this episode of Go Flush Yourself, you’re treated to an interview with spaniel trainer, Todd Agnew. 

Todd Agnew is of Craney Hill Kennels and spanieltraining.com. Check out Todd and Craney Hill Kennels out on Facebook and Instagram.  Also check out Craney Hill’s Dog Training Forum and their Training Courses.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, golden...


Episode 4: Todd Agnew Interview
#4
07/20/2024

In this episode of Go Flush Yourself, you’re treated to an interview with spaniel trainer, Todd Agnew. 

Todd Agnew is of Craney Hill Kennels and spanieltraining.com. Check out Todd and Craney Hill Kennels out on Facebook and Instagram.  Also check out Craney Hill’s Dog Training Forum and their Training Courses.

Go Flush Yourself is hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in gen...


Episode 3: The way we hunt
#3
07/11/2024

Jared and Matt talk about how they like to approach a day of hunting, how it contrasts and how they deal with it as friends.  They also give a Bones update and how they try to deal with the dog days of summer and missing hunting season.

Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing b...