Global Retriever Podcast
by David Bavero, Waterstone Labradors
Latest episode
Whistle to Glory with Kevin Wood
Whistle to Glory with Kevin Wood
About this podcast
Open and honest conversations about, hunting, field trials and tests related to retrieving breeds around the world.
https://www.waterstonelabradors.com/
Episodes
The newest 20 of 51 episodes
- Whistle to Glory with Kevin Wood · 43 minJoin us as we discuss the new book Whistle to Glory by Kevin Wood as he talks about the interviews of several IGL winners. The book is available on Amazon and is a must read for…
- Marty Roberts from Snow Geese to Skattebo · 1 h 24 minA really fun and informative conversation with Marty Roberts of Sporting Life Kennels, Marty is a long time trainer and breeder and specializes in training hunting dogs…
- John Carpenter of Glynevian Gundogs and Orvis Sandanona · 1 h 3 minJoin us for a discussion on training philosphies, British Labradors and some insight into an Orvis Shooting preserve.
- Game Fair USA with Blackenvoy Gundogs · 54 minWe recap Ben and Sarah's recent visit to the US to attend and present at the Game Fair in Minnesota.
- When in Rome, The Italian philosophy to Retriever Training with Angelo Zoccali. · 57 minJoin us for a discussion about retriever training in Italy. Angelo and I discuss his philosophy on training, his experience at working tests and the Retreiver School located in…
- What's Happening to Hunt Tests? and what is next, with Jennifer Henion · 1 h 14 minHunt tests in the US have been declining in participation especially in amateur entries. We take a look at what is causing this and explore some solutions and alternatives.
- Jochen Waschke, success at the 2026 IWT · 1 h 13 minA great discussion with Jochen about his recent success at the IWT, his training philosophy and much more.
- Kevin Haynes, Cairngryffe Gundogs · 1 h 5 minThis episode features Kevin Haynes from Scotland, we discuss his journey into retrievers, and his most recent win with Team Scotland in the Skinners Cup.
- Barrels and Banter with Celine and Sarah. · 1 h 2 minA fun conversation with Celine and Sarah of the Barrels and Banter Podcast where we talk all things outdoors, retrievers and shooting.
- Like Father like Son, Oliver and Conan Bell · 56 minJoin us for an inspirational story about Oliver's journey to overcome a life changing injury, starting over and ultimate success while mentoring is young son Conan along the way.
- A look into the European Retriever Culture with Kurt Becksteiner · 1 h 9 minKurt Becksteiner of Purefield Gundogs in Austria gives us an inside look into the Retriever landscape in Austria and the rest of Europe. www.purefield-gundogs.com…
- A look into gamekeeping with Jason Mayhew · 1 h 5 minThis episode gives an inside look into the art of gamekeeping with Jason Mayhew. https://jasonmayhewgundogtraining.co.uk/
- History of the Labrador Retriever with Craig Koshyk · 1 h 32 minAn in depth discussion on the Labradors origins, as well as how it has changed and taken different paths. Craig is an author and podcast host of the Hunting Dog Confidential…
- Anna Londre' Nordic Champion and Crosstrials Kennels · 59 minThis episode features Anna Londre' of Crosstrials Kennels in Sweden. We discuss her recent win at the Nordic Retriever championship and third place at the European Championship…
- Mark Demaine, Judging the IGL in Scotland · 1 h 1 minMark gives us an inside look at judging the IGL, even if you where in attendance this episode will give you information on how the dogs where placed and a winner was chosen…
- Fraser and Roddy Forbes of Carnochway Gundogs · 56 minPlease join us for a special episdode where we talk about Fraser's IGL win, and the influence and mentorship of his dad Roddy. www.carnochwaygundogs.com
- A Delightful Conversation with Blackenvoy Gundogs · 1 h 15 minJoin us for an indepth converation with Sara and Ben of Blackenvoy Gundogs in West Sussex England. We disucss training, breedings, field trials and much more.
- Cartrell Cooper, Big D's Dog Training · 1 h 12 minDave and Cooper discuss the problems we see with dog training and breeding in the US. We also discuss some great tips tto help you improve your dog. https://teamdog.shop/…
- Matty Lambden "Coming to America" Part 1. · 49 minMatty joins me to talk about his upcoming trip to the US to present with me at the Game Fair in Ramsey Minnesota. https://www.tamroselabradors.ie/ Thank you to our sponsors…
- John and Nina Halsted "A Team Effort" · 1 h 19 minJoin us for an in depth conversation with John and Nina Halsted as we discuss their tremendous success in the UK field trial world. https://www.halstedgundogacademy.co.uk/ Thank…







