UKC Hunting Ops Podcast

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Allen sits down with Dave McVay, the new Hunting Ops Field Manager at UKC, to explore the legacy of the Triple Crown as we approach the 27th year of the competition. They discuss how it works, how one qualifies, and share the stories of the dogs that made Triple Crown history from 2000 to today. They shine a spotlight on the new Triple Crown partnership with Dog and Hunt Supply, operating o...

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Allen and Danielle bring you all the highlights from the 2026 Winter Classic coonhound event! Tune in to hear about the thrilling wins, behind-the-scenes stories, and exclusive interviews with Pro-Slam winner Jason Cooper, Top Ten Bench Show winner Beth Jenkins, Overall Bench Show Champion Whitney Killough, and Overall Nite Hunt Champion Justin Herring. Plus, we chat with Summer Reynolds ...

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Allen sits down again with renowned hound breeder Mitch Gould to dive into Part 2 of their conversation about Mitch’s legendary dogs and breeding program. Mitch shares stories about some of his most celebrated dogs, highlighting both their competitive achievements and their remarkable impact on the genetics of future generations of hounds.

We also get an inside look at Mitch’s philosophy on...

This Week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast... Allen and Coonhound Bench Show Manager Danielle Champ rundown each and every hound currently in contention for the Top Ten at the 2026 Winter Classic, breaking down performances, consistency, and what makes each dog stand out.

The episode is a great way to get ready for the Winter Classic - and the perfect listen for the drive to Mississippi as you count down to showtime.

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This episode is one for the memory books. Allen sits down with Mitch Gould, a modern-day elite in the breeding world whose hounds have dominated at the highest levels for decades - highlighted by Mitch’s own World Championship win in 2022. 🏆

Together, they reminisce about the moments, stories, and lessons behind Mitch’s top three dogs - the kind of hounds that define a program and leave ...

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The conversation continues on UNDISPUTED as Allen sits back down with Todd Morgan, former Manager of UKC’s Beagle Programs from 1996–2008. After helping grow an already established program into one of UKC’s most supported and popular, Todd brings decades of perspective - and plenty of stories - to the table.

In this episode, the UNDISPUTED format keeps flipping the script as Todd weighs i...

This Week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast...we’re flipping the UNDISPUTED script on its head.

For this special edition, we’re joined by Todd Morgan, former manager of UKC’s Beagle Programs from 1996–2008. During his tenure, Todd took over an already established program and helped expand its reach, support, and popularity - leaving a lasting impact that’s still felt today.

But instead of ranking his top hounds, Todd takes UNDISPUTED ...

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Allen is joined by John Strickland, a competitor who flat-out dominated the year - winning just about everything, including two of the biggest UKC events, the Tournament of Champions and the UKC Coonhound World Championship.

John doesn’t hold back in this conversation. He’s candid, unfiltered, unscripted, and unleashed, sharing his thoughts on winning at the highest level, the pressure th...

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Allen continues his conversation with legendary champion beagler Roy Swafford in Part Two of their in-depth sit-down of UNDISPUTED. Roy has been part of the UKC Beagle Program since day one, winning nearly every major UKC event along the way, including the Nationals twice—and making history as the winner of the very first UKC Beagle Nationals. He’s also served the sport beyond the field, ...

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Over the past few weeks, we’ve been looking back on some of our hosts’ favorite episodes as we slow down for the holidays and reflect on where the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast has been.

This week’s episode is Trevor’s favorite of all time - Episode 96: Common Coonhound Misconceptions. It’s an episode that captures Trevor’s passion and commitment for the sport, and his dedication to moving the ...

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The holidays are a time for slowing down, spending time with family, and reflecting on where we’ve been. Over the next few weeks, the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast is doing just that by revisiting some favorite episodes from our early days.

This week, Allen is sharing one of his personal picks and taking us all the way back to Episode 3 - a reminder of where it all began.

In this early episode,...

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This episode is for and by you! Allen and Trevor dive into the questions YOU emailed in, covering everything from UKC rules and new ownership to upcoming events.

Along the way, they share a few stories from the field, offer insights, and answer as many of your questions as possible. Whether you’re curious about the latest updates, need clarity on regulations, or just love hearing behind-t...

This Week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast... Allen sits down with a true cornerstone of the UKC Beagle world - Roy Swafford in another exciting edition of his hit series, UNDISPUTED. Roy has been part of the UKC Beagle Program since day one, and his influence is felt in every corner of the sport. He’s won nearly every major UKC event, including the Nationals - twice - and even claimed the title at the very first UKC Beagle Nationa...

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You didn’t have to wait long for part 2!

After the excitement around last week’s countdown, Allen and Trevor are back with Part 2 of the All-Time Bench Show Reproducers - and this episode dives even deeper into the dogs and bloodlines that shaped the bench show world as we know it.

In this installment, the guys break down the next group of influential reproducers; the Plott, Redbone, and ...

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You asked...and we delivered!

For months, listeners have been asking us to dig into the all-time greats of the bench show world - the dogs who didn’t just win but produced generation after generation of winners. And this week, we’re doing exactly that.

Join us as we break down the Top All-Time Bench Show Reproducers, talk about the dogs who shaped the sport, the bloodlines that made histo...

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It's back-to-back episodes of Allen's hit series UNDISPUTED. And this week he's pulling up a chair with someone who’s as genuine as they come in the hound world - Jeff Stacy. If you’ve ever talked dogs with Jeff, you know you’re in for a good time. He’s got stories, he’s got heart, and he’s spent a lifetime around the kind of hounds you don’t forget.

In this episode, Jeff opens up about ...

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Allen's bringing you another episode of his hit series UNDISPUTED. And this week he's sitting down with one of the best in the game - champion beagler Matt Turner.

Matt’s been in the beagle world long enough to see some truly special hounds, and in this episode, he opens up about the ones he’ll never forget - the dogs that made their mark on the sport, and on him personally. From the earl...

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After coming this close in 2024, Logan Rose and his dog Echo weren’t leaving anything to chance this year. Fresh off their incredible run, Trevor sits down with the 2025 Triple Crown Champion to talk about what it took to bounce back, the lessons learned from last year’s heartbreak, and what makes Echo such a standout competitor.

From redemption to domination - this is one story you won’t...

This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast, we’re taking one last trip back to Portland, Indiana to relive all the unforgettable moments from the 2025 Coonhound World Championship!

From the opening round to the final call, Trevor and Allen break down every highlight - including Little Ann's historic run that cemented her place in coonhound history. We’ll revisit the big wins, the close calls, and the excitement that had everyone on t...