Brad Goes Pheasant Hunting | It's Alive | Bon Appétit

Bon Appétit’s Brad Leone is back for episode 43 of “It’s Alive,” and this time he’s in Oregon to go pheasant hunting with Olympia Provisions’ very own Elias Cairo. Brad and Elias show you how to safely and responsibly harvest wild game for consumption. Joining them are Leather and Utah, Eli’s very talented dogs.
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[@xyzav]

List of things you can't teach: 1.) That

[@LF-hj8kk]

also in the list of thing you can't buy

[@bradennye2411]

Fun

[@itismefresh4204]

At the end of the day um, yea

[@MxSandals]

100% Facts, No fake news here! 👍

[@bthomas424]

Fantastic display of hunting. 1. Gun safety. 2. Respect the animals. 3. Pack in, pack out. 4. Eat what you shoot. Thanks guys.

[@Nkuchmak]

agreed. Never could've guessed that this would be a great hunting ethics video.

[@craterflakes]

5. Get yourself oiled up.

[@fakecubed]

I've never met a hunter that hasn't shared these same rules. Except maybe that fifth one, LOL.

[@tony_5156]

That’s how most gun nuts are too, it’s a hobby and we have a lot of respect for the firearm and what it can do. And some people decide they can oppress us and get and get away with it. (1986, Hughes, NY, etc)

[@PoppyCorn144]

This is the only type of hunting I can applaud. And how decent hunters in the UK behave; none of that fox hunting bs - those “hunters” definitely do not eat the 🦊.

[@jeremyhawk1426]

“Occupation: Good boy”

[@trianglechokeU]

lmao!

[@dani3117]

It’s every dogs mandatory job

[@adamcrawford6421]

Can somebody tell me what dog breed these dogs are?

[@biglebowski6918]

@@adamcrawford6421 brittanies. More specific American brittany

[@anders-krarup]

@@biglebowski6918 no such thing as american brittany

[@jtshuj]

the knowledge that brad, the softest human golden retriever on youtube, is a crackshot with a gun who can one-shot two clay birds, gave me whiplash

[@seymourglass26]

The one-shot is an accident, because in the wild, you don't want to get cute just to wound a bird. In competition, I believe they make you reshoot the round. But he is a respectable shot. At one point, he even waited to shoot the bird when it was farther away, so that he didn't obliterate the meat. Still got the clean kill.

[@nathanbailey2329]

It actually makes sense if you think about it. Golden "Retrievers" are a retrieving dog typically used for retrieving the birds while hunting.

[@markcarr3655]

My golden retriever,Jiffy was the sweetest thing,just like Brad,although she had a hobby of killing all rabbits/any other small animals that might enter the yard

[@forteandblues]

I find most hunters have a deep appreciation of nature.

[@poutinegod2564]

He grew up hunting elk with his dad. Buddy had some good practice early.

[@mamagermany]

It is absolutely remarkable that on every single video with guests, Brad and the guest are instantly like best friends. Brad is among the most likable men on the planet.

[@Moftoo]

I agree about Brad, he makes it look easy. Also credit to the producers - they line up the interviews, put in the ground work, logistics, etc and really T up the ball.

[@crusadersteve7523]

I mean, that video with the beer and stuff it seemed like the tour guide had it with brad

[@brysonwheeler5471]

Not that you're not right, but I think he and Elias already know each other. I'm pretty sure Elias is the guy from the sausage making video where all the comments were about how these guys are long lost brothers.

[@aleksin92]

It has been already said in previous videos but Brad is a human golden retriever

[@massivedoink8815]

Agreed.

[@nelleengelsma8847]

Today on it’s alive: it’s dead

[@bloodwolf2609]

the gun is always alive even if it's dead, always pretend like it's alive

[@patricksworkshop6010]

Blood Wolf2609 the bird

[@bloodwolf2609]

@@patricksworkshop6010 wow no kidding I didn't even realise that that is what he was talking about I literally had no idea thank you so much for helping me to realise that they were talking about the bird and not the inanimate object I really appreciate the time you've taken to better my understanding of the video many thanks.

[@tanix968]

Blood Wolf2609 chill lmao

[@ragingcanadian9526]

Yes

[@siobhansprouse3254]

Henlo, just adding a comment on dogs. I work as a behavior analyst for dogs and have worked with dogs for about ten years now, and I'd just like to real quick reiterate the fact that you cannot force 'drive' in a dog, nor can you lessen a drivey dog's desire to do something without allowing them to do it. Brittany Spaniels (i.e. Leather and Utah) are bird dogs, specifically bred to flush birds and are typically VERY bird-driven, even when in pet homes. Just wanted to back up what you guys said and reassure folks that these dogs are absolutely thrilled in this environment, and this is 10/10 what they want to be doing, more so than literally anything else. I've seen pet-line Brittanies (whose owners have never even hunted) spot birds on our fences and immediately start stalking in a point-stance lol So rest assured, Leather and Utah are absolutely thrilled with this type of work, for anyone who has any doubts.

[@fakecubed]

It actually really bothers me when people use working dog breeds as house pets, and never let them do what their DNA is telling them to do. Of course, I have utter contempt for probably 90% of all modern dog owners for not having even the first clue about what their dogs need in terms of mental stimulation, exercise, or discipline. Too many people buy dogs strictly on looks, and never once consider what the dog's needs are, or what its purpose should be in the family. Almost every time I go over to somebody's home and meet their pet dogs for the first time, I immediately recognize how stressed out the dogs are, and watch them trying to dominate the humans around them and get very confused and frustrated by how the humans are behaving. It's such a pleasure to meet a dog that's actually calm and well-exercised (mentally and physically), and understands its place in the universe. I have no formal training, and I've never actually owned a dog, but I've got a good instinct about dogs, and animals in general. I've actually helped rehabilitate a family member's dog that had been rescued from an abusive environment. In the space of an afternoon, I got my sister's pet who was utterly terrified of male humans because of its background, to not only trust me, but learn how to play with a ball for the first time in its life. My sister isn't a terrible dog owner, in fact I'd say she's better than most, but she's not the calmest person herself, and in all the time she'd owned this particular dog, she'd never really formed the connection I was able to in in just a few hours after meeting him. She had simply accepted the fact that this dog would always be scared of men, always be neurotic, and never be able to play like a normal dog does (it behaved like a cat, quite bizarre). Well, I know that dogs don't live in the past. They live in the present, and if I'm calm and respectful, but let them know I'm in control and that they're safe with me, it isn't hard to form a bond of trust. Then it's just a matter of coaxing out their instincts, in this case fetch. Suddenly a dog will remember what it is, and be so happy and relieved to understand what it's meant to be doing. It's an emotional experience for both dog and human. It's very lovely to see these two dogs on video doing what they're meant to be doing, and I know the appreciation from the humans is quite genuine.

[@Auremin]

@Siobhan, Thanks for your comment ❤️ We have a rescue Brittany Spaniel crossbreed and I can confirm that the drive and their love for hunting is absolutely in their blood. We don't hunt with her but her drive is the reason we can't let her off leash for prey animals' safety 😅

[@lem9999]

Why is my Westie the way that he is

[@Qwertylol]

I grew up with a Vizsla (bird dog for those who don't know, closely related to the Weimaraner) who was a house dog, his mom had never been hunting, nor had we ever been hunting with him, and if he spotted a bird, he'd go into a point pose. We didn't teach him, it's just in his blood. And like most bird dogs, the happiest he ever was, was in nature. We'd take him out to my grandpa's land (several dozen acres) and he'd run and run and run for what felt like ever, take a quick break and be running before you even knew it. The happiest he ever was while he was running, nothing else compared.

[@mizuirobytes]

@@fakecubed Hi, my boyfriend and I own a German shorthair pointer, bred for hunting, flushing out game, and retrieving. I also grew up with a Brittany spaniel. We don't use our GSP for hunting. We never will. Dogs can be companions and loved just for being what they are. Just as long as you match the dog's energy and keep their minds sharp by training and constantly interacting with them, you will have a happy dog. What some owners don't do is match that energy level and thus they get a bored dog, and a bored dog turns into a destructive dog. I can guarantee you our dog is just as happy. Just as you see people having Alaskan malamutes or huskies and don't use them as sled dogs, but they are just as happy when they're allowed to use that energy. I've gotten a few angry messages about how I shouldn't own my dog because he's not hunting and it does nothing but floor me. They don't know how healthy and happy my dog is, and how I spend hours upon hours with him outside, or going on hikes and runs and to regular parks and dog parks. True, different dogs have different needs but as long as you match their energy, they will be happy. Don't get a high energy, working class dog if you're not up to the task of being active 95% of your day.

[@dindayangmanaya]

Elias to his boy: "I'm sorry. Your dad's an idiot". me: Instantly cried

[@UnNamedTrucker]

I’m impressed that BA did such an good job showing hunting in a good light. Kudos on Brad stressing gun safety.

[@fakecubed]

Brad is an actual hunter, so of course he showed it as it is. I've never known any hunter who wasn't exactly this same way.

[@stoutyyyy]

I mean you can’t run a food site and not understand that animals die

[@jamesbenz3228]

@CodingCrusader1095 I'm assuming you are young because nobody was alluding to hunting being a negative thing in this thread.

[@jamesbenz3228]

@CodingCrusader1095 I was trying to give you the benefit of the doubt.

[@haleywhite6869]

Kudos to Brad for hunting responsibly and safely. That’s so important.

[@FatManVSWild]

and picking up after the other people, really cool of him to look out for the earth

[@illumi._.]

Haley White Gun Safety💯💯

[@haleywhite6869]

Tom Lehrer absolutely! I appreciate both of them for being ethical and environmentally conscious!

[@peezysmith5245]

Haley White Yup! Have to shoot clean and pick up your shells.

[@Leyllara]

The good hunt is all about respect. Respect for nature, for your hunt, for your weapon, for the people around you.

[@Spirosaur]

Is it just me or is “Oh I thought you were a bird” the last thing you want to suddenly hear while going pheasant hunting

[@joshlewis575]

That was definitely not a phrase I'd wanna hear with people whipping around shotguns

[@carolynjeung1944]

Its the last thing you will hear apparently :D

[@spotdogit]

He out Braded Brad with that one! 🤣

[@dokichokei]

It's fine as long as your partner doesn't have the last name Cheney

[@larryspencer4540]

"gotta big crowd to impress" Proceeds to slip and fall down a hill

[@Akiblim]

Well that made some interesting content. I'm pleased.

[@toomuchiridium]

*Can't teach that*

[@Kidtysonn]

It’s Dead with Brad Leone

[@tengil4595]

That's a ten pointer for sure

[@michailvamvakouris1289]

It's Dead Now with Brad Leone

[@Dyrwen]

"It still has brains on it" - The Brainscoop Crossover?

[@FyrenRei]

Its Aliven't

[@tal3783]

Its breath'ent

[@skrrtzamboni]

brad never finishes what he's trying to say he just starts a new thought 3/4 of the way through the last one

[@yash-bb9lh]

skrrt off in a mf zamboni that sounds weirdly like trump

[@ToyaCherise09]

yash itwtwut

[@wonderfulvillain]

how did brad manage to find a guest who's so similar to himself? lol 😂

[@toomuchiridium]

I think Brad's energy is so contagious. Everyone likes Brad. You can't hate him.

[@dallonperry3639]

Also, thats most hunters. We all share a similar bond.

[@slop4683]

Despite the goofy attitude of Brad, the utmost respect and love he shows towards everything (people, animals, the earth, etc.) is a wonderful example to set for everyone watching. I aspire to have this much positivity in me.

[@lancewalker2595]

"Despite" sort of implies that his disposition is not conducive to respect, on the contrary, a sense of humor is, in my opinion, necessary for respect.

[@mizuru2163]

*The perfect trio doesn't exi-*

[@pregnantwomenaresmug]

I can't believe it, the cutie pie hot dog guy.

[@AnonymousASDFq]

Excuse me! Its a quintuple. You cant forget the good boys leather and utah!

[@christopherhuynh3622]

Elmer fudd , daffey duck, bugs bunny

[@p00ner1sm]

@@AnonymousASDFq - You beat me to it!

[@michaelkamen2168]

You were saying?

[@dmasterson12]

"I thought you were a bird" the absolute last thing you wanna here when out hunting bird.

[@ToriKo_]

D_ Baggington lmao

[@Xartab]

This? This is my childhood right here. This is how my father taught me to hunt, respecting nature, respecting the animals, and being wise about it. And occasionally, unfortunately, cleaning after those who forgot civilisation in the car.

[@vivienneseargent842]

Nice. Im getting culture shock from your comment haha

[@billbowgaggens306]

Batrax same as my father

[@tannerbethard8575]

You cant teach that stuff

[@Carryoutpie]

"Fat sweaty Greek dude fallin' down" I feel ya bud

[@eggycat]

What I learnt from this video is you can’t teach that.

[@iont8172]

Hahaha! True!

[@maxjudd8148]

lmfao

[@Nricksonlp2]

you in fact can. i do.

[@miyufujiwara5502]

Claire video yesterday and a brad video today?! What did we do to deserve this!!??

[@TheGreed1406]

this is a great week so far haha

[@misashitao3595]

We deserve it, everyone deserve a claire and brad in a week!♥️👍🏻💯

[@XxYiftoxX]

Our best

[@justanidiotsodonttakewhati7248]

I for one made sure to turn the light switches on and off a minimum of six times whenever they were touched and opened and closed the fridge a minimum of eight times whenever it needed to be engaged. Seems to be working.

[@taleytaleytaley]

I’m surprised by the comments saying they love the way this video “portrays hunting.” I suppose to those who don’t hunt or have never been around it couldn’t know that this is how hunting really is. This video is not a unique portrayal of two guys who ~happen~ to have these views amidst a majority that doesn’t. I live in Texas & I don’t know a hunter who isn’t this educated, passionate & respectful about hunting. Thank you, BA for showing those who don’t know about hunting how it’s done :)

[@islandfantasy5931]

I am a hunter gatherer from Hawaii. Importing food in very expensive. Cultivating, hunting, shoreline foraging and fishing is a necessity. These traditions has been passed down from generation to generation. In Hawaii we call this "gathering from mauka (mountain) to makai (ocean)". We utilize every edible part of the animal. Nothing goes to waste and the guts, skin and bones are buried. We only catch what we can eat. Freezing meat is a no no in my family.

[@courtneyyoung3464]

Exactly, gun safety is always number one and respect for the animals/ the land is paramount.

[@luluseatowngetdown6251]

Well in the PNW, BC, and the Rockies, people still poach animals. And absolutely NO ONE should kill a predator ( wolf, bear, lynx, etc) Those are trophies. Period.

[@dinolandra]

Trophy hunting is not something you usually see in the US (though it does happen).

[@dant4786]

Lulu Seatown Getdown People eat predators. Also, if the predators aren’t managed, the number of prey will decline.

[@lukek25]

*but can you teach that?*

[@ThePiddlePopper]

Drgnwire Ya can't

[@theacesage1778]

It is scientifically proven that you in fact cannot

[@cheesed-kun8445]

The Ace Sage 😂

[@Prismr7]

I'm not really a hunting type person but I really appreciate Brad showing what it entails and the safety you should keep in mind while doing it. This video was really cool. Good job Brad!

[@cney2125]

It *was* alive with Brad

[@alexderoche1861]

Underrated comment lmao

[@rpresley123]

This really cracked me up

[@beazyb]

The KZbin Algorithm supports this comment.

[@LostWaysClub]

haha!!

[@ibadhar7264]

It's so fascinating how the dogs just freeze when it's next to a bird so as to not scare it away. Dogs are so smart

[@CGT80]

They will sneak up on animals and point as well. I have two German Wirehaired Pointers, but we don't hunt (I do shooting competitions and firearms are part of our family history) and have not trained them, yet they hunt lizards, birds, and even garden snails. One of them caught our bird when it got out of the cage, but they were told to drop it and did, without hurting it. They are very smart and very driven. I have a photo of the two dogs and one of the cats all lined up and stalking doves in the grass. Luckily, none of them have caught the birds. The dogs play with balls and frisbees everyday to burn up energy and scratch that itch to do what they were bred for.

[@nds711D]

The is the perfect example of what real hunting is. Going out to harvest in a clean, ethical manner, practicing the utmost safety measures and being completely respectful of the conservation of the preserve and these animals. 15/10

[@brianpaul21]

Hey Brad, I’ve been a hunter / sportsman all my life...I’d like to say, you are an ambassador and a credit to all of us. Appreciate your attention to safety and your appreciation for the wildlife. Good on ya!

[@kjclures]

Brian H. Said the exact same things! Agreed 100%!

[@EM.6979]

Likewise, part of me was worried the "politicals" of guns and hunting would ruin the video. Nope they keep in clean, fun, and about the foods. Good job brad and vinnie!

[@sethmellen1]

bump

[@tony_5156]

TheCanadian Squid yup

[@Ryinty]

While one of my favorite parts of "It's Alive" is Vinnie's edits and comments in the videos, I respect that fact that it was kept to a minimum in this video. One of the main reason i watch the show is the post edits, but by keeping them to a minimum and always when the guns are dead on this episode, shows a real respect for the weapon. It shows that gun safety was the paramount point of this video. Well done gentlemen.

[@fffianist]

I'm pretty sure poor Matt is being put under pressure to produce more content more quickly. Quantity pleases the KZbin Algorithm way more than quality and I think Bon Appetit is trying to get some major growth, but I think they're going to lose viewer loyalty this way and Matt, Brad and Vinny probably won't appreciate it. Just look at how much more quickly these vids are getting produced to compared to when this series first started.

[@rayodelsol80]

I know I really missed all the visuals! But it’s ok, they won’t lose me as a viewer. Brad is way too hot and charming 😍 and Vinnie loves good boys so I’m helpless

[@lushiousification]

I’m surprised there were no “duck hunt” graphics during this. Missed opportunity, lol

[@markwillams420]

Dude right?! I was waiting for it the whole time.

[@bradsimpson8724]

Hunzi would have been all over that.

[@sarahburns42]

I appreciate how they clean up all of their shells. I went target hunting for the firt time and I was so upset by the amount of shell casings on the ground, I spent more time picking them up than I did shooting. I picked up at least 500 metal and shot gun casings that would've been so easy to clean up as you shot. People need to have as much respect as they do while hunting.

[@deviledpot8o]

It's especially important when the ground you're hunting on is only hunting ground for the season. I've hunted in fields were cows graze (they were moved to other fields of course while we hunted) and people just leave shells. My dad and I always pick up any shells we see but it must be annoying to the landowners

[@mw_]

Vinny is a god for getting a Gourmet Makes and It's Alive out back to back.

[@floralstripes8001]

Matt's the editor for it's alive 😊

[@christiandavey4221]

@@floralstripes8001 Our true unsung hero. All three of these dudes work together for this awesome series.

[@Raumance]

Who's bedder than us Vinny?

[@mw_]

@@floralstripes8001 THANKS MATT!

[@tskwared667]

A quick lesson on shotgun loads, chokes and gun safety were the last thing I expected to see in BA episode, this is great.

[@zachg6456]

Nick K Steve Rinella would be preaching to the choir, he doesn’t need to touch on that.

[@fuckme650]

Well, at the end of the day you just can’t teach that

[@zachg6456]

fuckme650 well played 👏🏻

[@tony_5156]

fuckme650 false

[@BaiNaiMai]

Hunting for your own meat will always be the most ethical way to consume meat. Sport hunting, on the other hand, is nonsense. Thank you for the informative video with an emphasis on ethics and safety!!

[@EpiDot52]

Just to be clear, this is sport hunting. They're hunting for fun on a reserve. They don't need to kill that animal to survive, it's a leisure activity.

[@BlakeBjornstad1]

There isn’t really an ethical way to consume meat when you don’t have to or need to consume meat for survival/nutritional needs

[@calictolentino3949]

@@BlakeBjornstad1 that may be true but we are considered omnivores and as brad said here its way more fair here in the wild. if they get away they get away. just like the predator and prey relation ship in the wild.

[@BlakeBjornstad1]

Calic Tolentino we’re omnivores by choice and because we’re culturated from birth to do so. Choosing to maintain an archaic “sport” like hunting for choice is unethical. Hunting for survival is a different case but that’s not what’s happening here.

[@calictolentino3949]

@@BlakeBjornstad1 umm no the fact that we have omnivore teethe. (Mixture of flat and sharp teeth) means its embedded in our genetic codes. Also hunting like this for food is better for the environment than industrialization of animals. You kill what you need, No food waste, and also animal industry is also biggest contributor to greenhouse gasses, by hunting like this were just killing whats already in the wild (and this type of hunting is also controlled by people who run preserves) instead mass production of animals and mistreating them too.

[@Rawrmuffin0]

such bromance very wholesome huntsmen 10/10 sustainable hunting

[@KingTomato117]

Brad, I have to commend you on your gun safety. I live in the South where guns are pretty prevalent and its amazing to see irresponsible gun owners and hunters. Even though this wasn't a gun safety video, you drove home a lot of great points that I hope others can see as to how guns should be handled and used. Also, I think Elias should be the newest member of you and Vinnys Dream Team

[@jsdb]

still waiting for that noodling episode

[@elijahdarden40]

i mentioned that to matty on his book tour...he didn't seem overly impressed...

[@phalenshearouse1686]

Omg! I said the same thing!

[@hector-m-carrillo]

@@elijahdarden40 he probably gets too many brad questions when it's supposed to be his book on the spotlight.

[@adrianduncan9026]

I love that Brad watches Trailer Park Boys. “Get two birds stoned at once”.

[@iluvj00]

3 minutes in the video I can tell you this. Brad, if you ever get booted from BA Test Kitchen, you will make it BETTER on your own Channel with Vincenzo and Matt going about doing anything.

[@juniecharles3922]

Literally

[@cheesed-kun8445]

iluvj00 yeah would love that so much if anything ever happens

[@tannerbethard8575]

True.

[@ibexthegoat3112]

100 percent

[@hope-ox7bq]

I’m so glad that they went about this so respectfully. They made sure that no animal involved was going to be hurt for sport and that if there was a chance that the bird would survive and suffer they didn’t make the shot. They made sure the dogs were as happy as they could be and cleaned up after themselves (and others smh) leaving the habitat safer for the animals there. I think it’s normal for me to feel kind of upset watching animals be killed but the way they went about it and the way they explained how everything worked and the caution they took to make sure everything was going to be treated with care made me have a much easier time watching and understanding. Even though I don’t enjoy hunting I have a new found respect for it and people who do it with such care. oh jeez I just love brad so much!

[@hope-ox7bq]

*also, after they get the birds they appreciate how beautiful they are and idk why but to me it kind of came across as a thank you to the birds which was sweet.

[@DIZZIE56]

this is how the majority of hunters are.

[@Poopdar]

This is bird hunting well represented. The vast majority of us hunt exactly like this.

[@Meg_Lovegood]

So...... You've never been hunten? This is how it's done.

[@Averyofthemain]

Do you see how this woman is utterly ignorant of hunting and the care respect that's baked into the activity...virtually nothing is hunted for pure sport except vermin.

[@cyborgcuttlefish6326]

Brad continually dropping sauce about gun safety really made this video for me

[@rjvasquez3464]

"goOd boyyy" "Good boy!!" "dead bird! good boy!"

[@Locane256]

That Elias guy is great on camera! Such energy! Loved this episode!

[@Seventhus]

"It's Alive"? Hmmmm... *I DUNNO BOUT THAT CHIEF*

[@InfansDeAter]

It *was* alive. lol

[@currenwiggin8982]

Hahaha NOT ANYMORE

[@skittsu3042]

Jack Mechak git out of here stereotype 😉😉

[@pyotrilyichtchaikovsky3733]

Jack Mechak he was making a joke, not complaining about the killing of animals

[@hazelnutspred3348]

@@InfansDeAter maybe they should change the title to "Twas Alive"

[@ThePrayingManLadytra]

this cacophony of laughs is incredible, these two were meant to be friends

[@CuriousCorduroy]

They were separated at birth for sure.

[@gigihide6974]

The amount of respect that these people have for the animals they are hunting is insane. It is so beautiful.

[@Mike-kf5go]

11:30 City boy had a beautiful shot on the bird, he could have killed it easy. However, the dog was right under it, and the old dude was in front of him. 9/10 beginners would have taken the shot but he did the safe thing. easy video like.

[@giantsquid9235]

Dude he might work in the city now but he's from Vernon NJ. Vernon is like the furthest thing from a city it's all mountains and woods

[@alexjoseph7772]

from your phrasing i'm assuming you don't regularly watch this channel but if you did you'd know that Brad is no city boy lol

[@theoriginalaboriginal3309]

@17:00 old mate went past his 12.

[@jamiestewart48]

@@theoriginalaboriginal3309 WELL past. If he had fallen or slipped again like earlier there'd be no video.

[@keith4788]

At first I thought the pickles episode was my favorite, then they come out with the clam, then the mustard, then the mushrooming, and now this. Let's just get Brad a show and call it, "Brad Does Stuff and Talks with Vinny."

[@averylfong4843]

B & B Machinery Co Oh man, don’t forget the chocolate! And the teeny tiny doggo on the farm, Jimmy & the donkey, Brad failing to open cacao pods... Ugh, every video of It’s Alive is just gold

[@emilyanderson1132]

Only brad could make a video about hunting that a long time vegetarian like me could agree with and enjoy watching lolll I’ll never understand killing animals for fun but I do understand wanting higher quality food and totally stand on the same side about processed mass manufactured meat. Also always here for videos featuring Good Boys like Leather and Utah!

[@tsmall07]

Most hunters that I know are like these guys. It's about being connected to your food. I've hunted on and off throughout my life but I've never had any interest in trophy hunting.

[@jonathankatona8673]

Few hunters do it for purely killing. Even some big trophy hunts are for the memories and experiences, and to help protect endangered animals. (Trophy hunts cost large amounts of money, in many cases the prey is old and sick, and the money is used for animal conservation)

[@emilyanderson1132]

@@jonathankatona8673 I mean no disrespect to hunters! I'm personally not comfortable killing or eating animals, and don't enjoy being around guns, but I'm thankful for those who play an essential part in maintaining stable ecosystems for wildlife.

[@chancehancock6180]

You should go over to Meat Eater TV Steven Rinella has the utmost respect for animals and vegans comment on his videos all the time agreeing with what he does

[@xXUxCXx]

Same here!

[@g_mixesajl293]

“I thought you were a bird!” Vinny: 😳

[@andreacall3024]

I want a person in my life like Brad. I feel like he just makes the people around him feel good about "being."

[@assordante2205]

You can be that person! Love yourself, love your job, love where you live, love your family, love what you pour your energy into! You are the master of your own destiny and you can only brighten other people's worlds with that mentality. We need more of that these days, I think.

[@MarikK]

Occupation: Good Boy Nice.

[@erickzoolander6577]

You can't teach that

[@zoeisabagel2855]

I love how much he stressed respect for the animals and gun safety. they both set a good example for what hunting is about

[@WillCL1994]

This has been my favourite episode so far! It’s very different from how we normally shoot pheasant in England. I’m glad the important parts about killing the birds ethically, treating your dogs well and gun safety are universal. Looking forward to park 2.

[@fakecubed]

Of course they're universal. I don't know a single hunter who doesn't take care when it comes to safety and respect for the animals.

[@garavin]

I'd be interested to understand the differences between pheasant hunting in the US and England.

[@ArtemisScribe]

@@garavin it's not too different, if you're hunting wild it's very similar to this. If you're hunting penned birds which is what Brad and Elias were doing on this reserve what will happen is that the shooting party is lined up somewhere and you have dogs and beaters (guys with sticks) flushing the birds to you rather than you going to find them.

[@nick.lamberti8232]

Bro, They are just straight vibing this whole video, incredible.

[@rand0me]

At the end of the day you can't teach that.

[@FirstLadyJoy]

😂😂😂😂☝☝☝

[@hz3917]

I believe.

[@passionfruitgrenadilla1845]

And yet they just did for everyone.... watch, listen and learn.

[@candyapu3]

Brad Goes Ice Fishing????

[@daniellafernando7966]

candyapu3 YES

[@Fermifire]

Same, and bring some beer. lol

[@calebmattingly4144]

HE HAS TO

[@andree-annepellerin7780]

Its my favorite

[@AlinaMaris]

candyapu3 Ice fishing and maple syrup tapping and dogsledding

[@alannovaes8386]

“Pack in pack out” words to live by in the out doors

[@HeartlessBiatchXxX]

The love and respect Elias has for his dogs makes me so happy. They are some well loved doggos

[@supperpuppy8]

Occupation: good boy

[@Charlotte-vj2pg]

As a vegetarian, I think this is the best way to eat meat :) thanks brad and vinny, great video x

[@carly7958]

Charlotte +

[@kador8278]

Respect

[@Nil_Sama]

Charlotte thank you for not being as close-minded as vegans 😊😊😊

[@cardinalles07]

Tim Evans I’m hoping thats a typo and you actually mean “pheasant” 😑

[@supperpuppy8]

I 100% agree with you

[@GabrielKnightz]

23:57 If Brad ever snaps i feel like that's the last thing his victims would see/hear.

[@david6797]

This comment made laugh so hard I cried...Well played...Well played

[@GabrielKnightz]

@@david6797 *takes a small bow*

[@ImAshlynnCarter]

Underrated comment

[@RBNobody]

I LOOOVE that every dog is either a “good boy” or “good girl” doesn’t matter , happens every time and it makes my heart so happy . ❤️❤️❤️❤️😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@iBangAPES]

is Elias that bloke from the sausage factory the 100% instantly connected with brad within the first few minutes?

[@Nil_Sama]

iBangAPES yes. 😆😆😆

[@jamescameron204]

Captain obvious..

[@ExplodedFrog12]

Zekester G it really isn’t that obvious I’m afraid.

[@TheGoldenwolf522]

Hes also the sausage expert from Epicurious

[@jumpingthesmark2903]

It’s aliv-*bang* now it’s dead with brad

[@Tisisweee]

this made my day you have no idea

[@keatonprevette9723]

I hope this comment gets pinned

[@MrMainStreaming]

It "was" alive. with brad leone

[@DavidCruickshank]

It’s alive...but not for long!

[@Halcyon_808]

You can't teach that

[@gracegouyer7753]

brad saying “oh my god i wanna kiss him” to utah? i felt that

[@117gilgamesh]

"I Fell, Fat sweat Greek dude falling down" 11:17 for some reason I find this very entertaining.

[@casualwatcher321]

Elias aka Brad's Brother coming back is a God send

[@Id4nPr3scot]

More like *it's not alive with Brad.*

[@AxxLAfriku]

I have two hot KZbinr girlfriends and I am the best KZbinr ever and YOUR savior. Good bye dear ld5n

[@ET-Gamer]

Id4n *It was alive

[@kreglfromworld]

It's dead with Brad sounds even better

[@ebl9442]

I mean the weapon was alive.......

[@charlesguay5701]

Grew up with a french spaniel, now I got an english pointer. This kind of dog is not for everyone, tricky to train, energetic, stubborn. But it's worth it! They are emphatic, gentle and loyal.

[@MissMariela100]

Brad has never looked hotter in my eyes.

[@kaitschultz1878]

This video truly made me change my perspective on hunting. Seeing how responsible and respectful they both were allowed me to consummately understand the draw and love of hunting.

[@brandonshaffner8970]

I'm personally not a big fan of hunting in general, but this is a great example of respectful and mindful hunting. Well done Brad and Elias.

[@learner18]

R D stop blaming the media for everything .

[@randytrashcan]

@@learner18 When it comes to guns, the media is absolutely to blame. They'd have you believe that most gun violence is committed with scary black rifles (less than 2%), that mass shootings are on the rise (they're less common now than ever before), and that most of those mass shootings are done with AR-15s (when handguns and shotguns are by FAR the most common weapons used). The media, in this regard, is 100% to blame. They sell fear and it works.

[@tony_5156]

kadijah adams sorry but that’s how it is these days “Orange man bad” “Gun bad”

[@tony_5156]

AH Davis yup a bunch of NPCs

[@learner18]

고등 지능 ODINS trash trump is a bad man .. guns do harm and shouldn’t be in wrong hands .. not getting into it on a fun video where there’s brad and cute dogs !!!

[@kasiasegieda4881]

This has got to be one of my favorite episodes of his. Thank you for emphasizing healthy hunting, discouraging farm-raised birds and gun safety. Not to mention those good doggos, this is a fantastic!

[@adriannavanoyen]

Love all of the "gun safety" remarks! My dad has taught my siblings and I how to shoot recreationally, and when we go out to an outdoor shooting range we make sure to take all of our casings/shells with us!

[@davidthedj]

*"Imagine the exercise if you had to do this... it's disgusting"* - Me looking for a close parking spot

[@roberth1328]

There's a surprising lack of negativity in the viewership.

[@williamvouk2911]

Robert H Honestly...I’m kinda disappointed. I kinda wanted some good comment drama

[@anasevi9456]

the usual suspects have kinda learned the hard way over the last few years we[as in the general public] don't care for their arguments nearly as much as they thought.

[@nicolle2126]

I think how the It's Alive team handled the episode really impressed a lot of would be naysayers. Personally not even a fan of hunting myself but even I could see how much respect they gave the birds and the guns. It's a great video

[@looneyboy83]

i'm more surprised youtube allowed a video like this to be uploaded.

[@batt3ryac1d]

We all like food and Brad made sure to talk about responsibility and how they aren't out there trophy hunting or hurting the birds. the cute dogs help too.

[@antoniocosta5223]

Brads a well worded man he gets the reason commercialized food happens but still respects an older way of life

[@wyattearp585]

As a hunter I really appreciate the positive light you guys put on hunting in this video. People don't realize what hunting is truly about and hopefully this video will change some people's mind on the subject.

[@jesusmisael6995]

WE STILL HAVE TO TAKE BRAD AND VINCE NOODLING!!!!

[@Nil_Sama]

Jesus Misael I think they're already planning it or they've already shot it but not posted yet. I saw a comment by Brad some time ago if people wanted them to go noodling and based on how many people responded positively (including me 😆) I bet they are already working on it.

[@woodwardjr]

Don't forget Matty Matheson, too!

[@christiandavey4221]

@@woodwardjr Oh mama! Can't forget ya boy Matty

[@susanhoppe]

NadlieHime 1814 can you please explain to me what noodling is?!

[@jesusmisael6995]

@@susanhoppe noodling is when you go to a river, or body of water fishing for catfish......but with your hand. You look in the banks of the river for caves. You stick your hand in there, feeling around for the catfish. Your buddies are around you covering any possible exits as well as to help you should anything go bad

[@ChefBagel]

So much respect shown for both the animals and firearm safety, I would love to see more videos like this! You make everything so entertaining and educational Brad!

[@Alansmithee007]

"sound speed", it used to take a while for the sound to come up to speed as it was a magnetic strip, like an old reel to reel system. You would say "Roll Sound" then the reply from the sound mixer would be "Sound Speed" means it's good to Roll Camera's, which had to come up to speed as well as it was film spinning, then camera man says "Set", then finally "Action"

[@ShakespeareanBroncobuster]

Well, this was awesome. I think it’s great to see someone like Brad, who most people wouldn’t expect to be a hunting enthusiast, show that guns and hunting can be safe and positive. It’s all about the education surrounding the use of the weapon.

[@johanizquierdo9111]

Is this the sausage guy? That guy was hilarious 😂

[@sarahapriliana9993]

Yes!

[@nicolle2126]

Sarah Apriliana Oh dang, no wonder they have such good chemistry

[@Skironxd]

He also did a meat expert guesses price video, which was super interesting as well! I thought he was great, glad to see more of him

[@VardhanShrivastava]

Damn I knew he sounded familiar.

[@aimanyanki]

Pack in, pack out. Anything you bring with you, bring home. That's some life lesson from Brad

[@nataliawehrle5416]

Elias and Brad together are a dynamic duo and I am here for all their twinning

[@clarapayne6926]

BRAD...please lead our country

[@Nil_Sama]

Brad: This would be so hard without dogs... Elias: Yeah, imagine the exercise... pssshhh... disgusting. Yep, I knew it... Elias is my spirit animal. 😌😌😌

[@mangolollipop_]

I'm really not into hunting nor guns but I really appreciate the episode for advocating mindful and ethical hunting and setting example for everyone. Also I wanna p a t Leather and Utah such gorgeous boys doing their job well! Also glad Elias is back!

[@TheTinLion]

This isn't unique. This is how the majority if hunters are. It's the miniscule sport hunting faction that gives us all a bad name.

[@dant4786]

TheTinLion 100% agree

[@porkins93]

I know I'm a year out, but you should go shooting at a local range or something. Maybe you have, but a lot of people that arent into guns have no experience with them. It's a fun skill to learn.

[@drueashton1154]

Is that Elias Cairo, sausage, bacon, and meat expert from epicurious? What a duo!!

[@livt.795]

This took me back to my childhood of hunting! So important to stress small scale, and local hunting! Plus Brad did a great job talking about gun safety!

[@MOaxol]

Me: New episode! Sick! "good boy" Me, crying: n-nice

[@tHustr4]

*JUST* 👏 *DO* 👏 *THE* 👏 *NOODLING* 👏 *VIDEO* 👏 *ALREADY!!!* 👏

[@kitten929]

As someone not a fan or interest in hunting; the respect, information and education of this is amazing. To learn why and how things are done is wonderful. See the dogs happiness very very obvious in ever frame is perfect. You've done a great job.

[@patriciarosasitumorang8685]

AAHH I KNEW HE LOOKS FAMILIAR! THE SAUSAGE GUY. The chemistry between them is unbelievable!

[@svenborgensen2520]

"You know what doesn't look like this? A factory farmed chicken." yeah brad it's because you're holding a pheasant

[@technocatification]

You get the point dont act stupid

[@svenborgensen2520]

@@technocatification the point is that it doesn't look like a factory farmed chicken because it's a pheasant?

[@generalthl8078]

Sven Borgensen - That was a partridge.

[@angelvids9142]

technocatification he doesn’t get the point and i wouldn’t waste my time

[@Krockolord]

It was a joke tho, why are y'all getting mad

[@tobyv1.643]

It's alive with Brad's dad???? Yes please if possible

[@FylMarite]

dear vinnie, matt, brad, elias, the whole amazing BA crew: *we need more of these.* i have never hunted, but live in an area where it’s very common. i’ve been more and more interested in hunting and this fueled it more. love the editing, respect all around, the dogs, gun safety.. all around fantastic video. pls more

[@h.ellielee-morrow8533]

Brad has such respect for the Earth and the food we eat... really makes this show 100x better