The Rolling Thunder Podcast

In this powerful episode, Chuck Halford dives into the feeling of being stuck — in life, in faith, or in circumstances beyond our control. He unpacks how difficult and disorienting these seasons can be, but reminds us that through the Lord's wisdom and guidance, we don’t have to stay there. Drawing from Romans 12:1–2, Chuck challenges us to reject the patterns of this world and renew our minds through biblical thinking — because true transformation doesn’t come from culture, but from Christ. When life feels stuck, God is still at work. As Psalm 40:2 says, “He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.” Tune in and be encouraged to lean on the Lord, renew your mind, and keep moving forward in faith.

In this episode of First Light, Chuck Halford reflects on the importance of paying attention—not just in the small details of life, but in the most important relationship we have: our walk with the Lord. He shares how being present and attentive can shape our faith, our decisions, and the way we live each day. Drawing from Scripture, Chuck reminds us to “set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2), and to “pay attention to what you hear. With the measure you use, it will be measured to you—and still more will be added to you” (Mark 4:24). This episode calls us to slow down, tune in, and pay attention to the One who is always present and guiding us.

In this episode of the First Light Podcast, Chuck reflects on lessons drawn from his past hunting spots and the simple tools that guided him—like carrying a compass into the field. Just as a compass points you in the right direction, he explains how faith in the Lord provides direction for life. The object of your faith, he reminds us, is what you will ultimately worship. Chuck also shares a powerful reminder: “You Can Trust the Sun.” Each sunrise declares God’s presence and prominence, a daily assurance that He is constant and unchanging. Through hunting stories, Scripture, and personal reflection, this episode encourages listeners to keep their eyes fixed on the true source of direction and strength.

In this episode, Spence gets on the phone with Kenny Winters of Winter Timber Outdoors to talk about his newest store location in Auburn, Alabama. The two dive into the vision behind the shop, the importance of location, and what makes the concept stand out. They also reflect on the value of seeing a brick-and-mortar storefront thrive in today’s waterfowl industry—a reminder that community, tradition, and face-to-face connections are still at the heart of the business.

Chuck unpacks The Four F’s — Friends, Foundation, Focus, and Faith — and how each plays a vital role in building a meaningful and God-centered life. He explores how these guiding principles can shape a believer’s journey by pursuing a deeper, more purposeful life goal. Chuck reminds listeners that while our paths may shift, and life’s direction can change over time, God remains constant — present in every decision, every step, and every season. With a blend of Scripture, personal insight, and practical wisdom, this episode offers encouragement for keeping faith at the center, no matter where life leads.

In this episode, Chuck Halford continues exploring The Four F’s — Friends, Foundation, Focus, and Faith — timeless principles for living a God-centered life. He focuses on the first two, Friends and Foundation, sharing how meaningful relationships and a solid grounding in Scripture can guide believers through every season. Chuck emphasizes that “success” isn’t measured by worldly standards, but by pursuing a life rooted in God’s presence and purpose. With heartfelt stories and biblical insight, this episode lays the groundwork for a deeper discussion that continues in the next installment.

In this episode, The Gift of Friends, Spence’s father, Chuck Halford, reflects on the blessing of friendship as described in Scripture. He shares how God’s Word reminds us that true friends are a rare and precious gift — offering support, encouragement, and accountability in our walk of faith. Through heartfelt stories and carefully chosen verses, Chuck highlights the ways in which strong, Christ-centered friendships can shape our character, deepen our faith, and carry us through life’s trials. It’s a warm and meaningful reminder of the value God places on the people He places in our lives.

In this special episode, we sit down at the Ducks Unlimited Podcast booth, from inside the DUX Expo, to talk all things waterfowl. From the energy of the show floor to the latest gear announcements, the crew dives into what made this year’s expo in Memphis one to remember. We chat about the big news from Rogue Ammo, including the drop of their new steel #6s, and get firsthand reactions from the team. Whether you missed the event or just want to relive it, this episode brings the DUX experience straight to your ears.

In this inspiring series, Spence’s father, Chuck Halford, shares timeless wisdom and heartfelt guidance for believers to carry into their daily lives. Drawing from Scripture, each episode is rooted in powerful Bible verses that serve as both a foundation and a focal point for his message. With a blend of personal insight, spiritual encouragement, and practical application, Chuck offers listeners a source of strength, perspective, and faith for every season of life. It’s a meaningful and uplifting listen you won’t want to miss.

In this heartfelt series, Spence sits down with his family to reflect on the life and legacy of their late grandfather, Berl Bartley Gary Jr, better known as Pop to those close. Through stories, laughter, and reflection, they explore the pivotal decisions Berl made and how those choices shaped generations to come. This series is a tribute to a man whose strength and values left a lasting mark on his family — a legacy worth remembering.

We're right in the thick of tradeshow season, and Spence sits down with the Road Dawgs to talk all about it. From the highs of meeting fellow hunters and industry leaders to the not-so-glamorous grind of life on the road, nothing’s off the table! The Dawgs share some hilarious moments, talk hunting, and give a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like living the Road Dawg life—both in and out of the booth.

In this heartfelt series, Spence sits down with his family to reflect on the life and legacy of their late grandfather, Berl Bartley Gary Jr, better known as Pop to those close. Through stories, laughter, and reflection, they explore the pivotal decisions Berl made and how those choices shaped generations to come. This series is a tribute to a man whose strength and values left a lasting mark on his family — a legacy worth remembering.

In this heartfelt episode, Spence sits down with his family to reflect on the life and legacy of their late grandfather, Berl Bartley Gary Jr, better known as Pop to those close. Through stories, laughter, and reflection, they explore the pivotal decisions Berl made and how those choices shaped generations to come. This series is a tribute to a man whose strength and values left a lasting mark on his family — a legacy worth remembering.

This week on the podcast, Spence is joined by Matt Messer from Cotton Gin Smokers, who stopped by the shop to fire up the smoker and treat the crew to a killer lunch. They dive into all things barbecue—from techniques and flavor to what sets Cotton Gin apart—and talk through the journey that led Matt to turn his passion into a business. It's a laid-back conversation full of great food, good stories, and even better friends.

This week, we're talking machines! One of the most critical steps in building our duck calls begins in the machine shop. Every call we make passes through one of our four HAAS     machine—starting as a solid rod of acrylic and ending as a precision-cut duck call blank. Spence is joined by Daniel, Jay, and Russ—our three machinists who help keep the Rolling Thunder world turning. The guys dive into the machines they run, how they use them to craft our calls, and share their backgrounds and experiences working with large CNC equipment.

It’s time for Collect No. 6! The LA cut—known for its raspy tone from top to bottom—has been one of our most requested calls for a while now. Well, we heard you, and the guys have delivered. This week, Drake Levey and Riley Bennett from our tuning room sit down with Spence to talk about the new call model, the BruteLA, dropping July 7th. It also makes up this month’s batch of 40 Collect Calls.

Giving back to the community is one of the most importnat things for Rolling Thunder, wether it's hosting a quick lunch for the local guys or setting up a charity golf scramble, we enjoy it all! This week Spence is joined by Haley Duffey from the Carl Perkins Center here in Somerville. Years ago Spence called Haley and asked if he and some friends could donate leftover money from a golf scramble to the Carl Perkins Center, and ever since that day our golf scrambled has donated all proceeds to Haley in hopes of making a lasing impact on the lives of young children. Haley gives us insght on her job, and how they work with young children everyday to make life better!

Live at the shop! This one was a special one for many reasons, we had our 7th annual Charity Golf Scramble, live auctions, and a whole hog served by the one and only, Malcom Reed. Malcom started "HowtoBBQright" over 15 years ago, and today Spence is sitting down with he and his team to learn a little more about what goes on behind the scenes with big barbecue! Being their first time at the Rolling Thunder Headquarters, we had to show them a good time with a huge turnout!  When Malcom first heard about this event, they not only wanted to particiapte - but donate a whole hog and 16 butts to feed everyone at the event! We can't thank Malcom, his wife, and his team members enough for their time and the amazing food.

It's officially Golf Scramble weekend!! The whole hog is on the smoker, the guys got their practice round in this morning, and the shop is full of people! It's pure chaos here at the shop, but we love it. Sit down with Spence as he catches up with the Davidson brothers after their recent hunting trip out west. The guys talk turkey and get into some controversial topics, as well as go over the whole weekend that's coming up!

This week, we’re covering a bit of everything! Turkey season has wrapped up, and we're joined by longtime friend and Rolling Thunder team member, Chris Spencer — Also Delta Waterfowl’s Regional Director for Alabama. No stranger to the mic, Chris previously hosted our podcast, but now it's his turn to do the talking. He gives us the inside scoop on what’s happening at Delta Waterfowl and shares some exciting updates from his world. Plus, Jacob German and Spence dive into details about the upcoming Rolling Thunder Golf Scramble on June 7th — don’t miss it!