The Ozark Podcast

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle RacksCanis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offWe're joined by Ozark legend Bill Butts on this episode to discuss all things temperate bass in the spring: where to find 'em, what gear to use, and how to land 'em. We also dive into their history, spawn patterns, and how to identify which lakes they're on. Enjoy!SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle RacksCanis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offWe sat down on the tailgate with Myron Means and AJ Riggs of Arkansas Game and Fish AND Dr. Clay Hilton of Texas A&M Kingsville after our Black Bear Den Study in the National Forest. You've heard from Myron and AJ before and we were thrilled to get Dr. Clay Hilton on the mic as well because he is a BIG deal in the bear world for his work in the research and trialing of a new sedative that will have a tremendous impact across the country. You'll learn the importance of the bear den studies, how they apply the data collected, and some possible changes to Bear Season in the state of Arkansas. Enjoy!Myron Means - AGFC Large Carnivore BiologistAJ Riggs - AGFC Wildlife Health BiologistDr. Clay Hilton - Professor and Wildlife Veterinarian - Texas A&M University - KingsvilleSUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle RacksCanis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offWe're staying home this week to discuss the WILD last month we've had adventuring out in the Ozarks, as well as announcing some exciting collaborations we have coming this fall (hint: episode 79). Also, more REEL REACTIONS! This is a fun one. Enjoy!SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offWhat is Ozark cuisine? You may get hundreds of different answers to that question (though it's actually well-defined historically). And though the reasons for that are interesting, that's not what this episode is about...Rather, we really dig into WHAT it is, and we're joined by the perfect person to be our guide: 4-time James Beard semifinalist and Ozark foraging enthusiast Chef Rob Connoley from Bulrush in St. Louis, MO. For more information on Chef Rob and his restaurant, visit the link below:https://bulrushstl.com/SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offLots of outdoorsman abandon their rods for the winter in hopes of putting some meat in the freezer, but NOT our esteemed guest for this episode: Mr. Jackson Butt. In addition to being a fishing guide on the King's River, Jackson is a student and advocate for wild rivers and streams in the Ozarks, and is uber passionate about the smallmouth bass. On this episode we dive into: winter smallmouth tactics articulated flies and why Jackson doesn't fish them, knowing when to go fishing in the winter and when to stay home If you're missing that water and those wily old smalljaws and you're ready to chase after them now then this episode is for you. Enjoy!SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offWe headed down to Van Buren, Arkansas to sit down with renaissance outdoorsman Mike Yancey of Pine Hollow Trapping and Supplies to discuss building long bows, crafting vintage flintlock rifles, and MAINLY: Trapping in the Ozarks. Why is there such a bad perception around trapping? Are there any benefits to it? AND How exactly do you get more critters? We discuss all that and more on this episode. Enjoy!SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offY'all loved part 1 of our interview with Dr. Brooks Blevins so as promised here's part 2, which might even be more insightful than the first. Dr. Blevins is the Noel Boyd professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University and on this episode we continue where we left off on cultural identity, why it matters, and the history of the Ozarks. Dr. Blevins is, beyond a doubt, the leading voice for Ozark history, and we dive into self-revealing topics for Ozarkers in this episode such as: Are the Ozarks culturally southern? Where the tension between Missourians and Arkansawyers stems from The "hillbilly" persona of the Ozarks is dead... or is it? Why the history of the Ozarks isn't actually "Ozark History" at all You're in for a treat with this one.SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offPart 1 of our 2-part interview with Dr. Brooks Blevins, the Noel Boyd professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, to discuss the history, geography, and culture of the Ozarks. Dr. Blevins is, beyond a doubt, the leading voice for Ozark history, and we dive into several fascinating topics in this episode such as: The Geographical Ozarks The Cultural Ozarks AND how they differ SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offThe Kyles headed in different directions but partook in the same activity: some good old duck hunting. Wonder who had more success? + We react to some of our most viral reels from this past month of episodes. Quick reminder: Don't poke the Buffalo! Enjoy.SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel MatthewsTheme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% offUmarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% offCache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% offThe marabou jig has a loooooong history in the Ozarks, BUT most people have never heard it! Thankfully we're joined by father son duo Jerry & JD Dudley to not only discuss the history of the jig, but as well as their involvement with it through the years and how they use it to catch big fish. Enjoy!SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check StationThe Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews.Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD ClaytonFollow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcastPLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: