The Ozark Podcast

Kyle Veit & Kyle Plunkett

The Ozark Podcast sits down with men and women from around the Ozarks that have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to build relationships with the outdoorsmen of our region and to listen, learn, and pass along their stories and experience to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our guests and the information they share are especially relevant to men and women in northern Arkansas, southern Missouri, eastern Oklahoma, and southeast Kansas. Support the show through our patreon: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast read less

Ep. 58 - Austin Booth, Director of AGFC - The Future of Conservation in Arkansas
Apr 26 2023
Ep. 58 - Austin Booth, Director of AGFC - The Future of Conservation in Arkansas
We sat down with Austin Booth, the director of AGFC, to talk about the future of conservation and his vision for "common man and common woman conservation". Former Marine, turned leader of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Austin is as level-headed and well spoken and as a wild hog is ornery, and he is impressively available to the public to hear how he and the agency could be doing a better job. Heck this man already has our vote for governor if he ever decides to run one day. We talked about:-the biggest issues our region of the world is facing today-the exciting new proposal for a "conservation tax credit" where the state of Arkansas will pay you up to $10,000 to practice prescribed burns, feral hog trapping, timber stand improvement, flooding wetlands and more-how millions of bird species are disappearing from North America while one species in particular is increasing and why -what AGFC thinks about the mountain biking scene growing in popularity in the Ozarks-what "common man and common woman conservation" means in today's day and age You don't want to miss this episode! Make sure you share it with your maw, paw, cousin, and uncle too! WATCH THE EPISODE HERE:The Ozark Podcast on YouTube The 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 two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast Reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ep. 57 - Ray Eye - How to Hunt Turkeys in the Big Timber Ozarks
Apr 19 2023
Ep. 57 - Ray Eye - How to Hunt Turkeys in the Big Timber Ozarks
We got to talk turkey hunting in the Ozarks with the most famous turkey hunter in the world, Mr. Ray Eye. Ray is an Ozark native, master turkey hunter and a titan in the turkey hunting world. Baseball has Babe Ruth, Football has Tom Brady, Basketball has Michael Jordan and turkey hunting has Ray Eye. I’m just saying, this guy is a big deal. Although he's chased gobblers all over the world from Massachusetts to Hawaii and more, Ray says nothing beats the "hand-to-hand combat" that turkey hunting is here in the Ozarks. In this episode you'll hear stories from Ray's hunts with legendary hunters, why he loves the Ozarks above all other turkey hunting havens, and even learn how to do a proper gobbler yelp, which Ray admits to using 90% of the time over a hen yelp. Enjoy! Check out Ray's Book 'Turkey Hunting Bible' WATCH THE EPISODE HERE:The Ozark Podcast on YouTube The 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 two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast Reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ep. 56 - Ralph Duren - Turkey Hunting Tactics w/ the Greatest Voice Caller of All Time
Apr 12 2023
Ep. 56 - Ralph Duren - Turkey Hunting Tactics w/ the Greatest Voice Caller of All Time
Turkey hunting tactics with the greatest natural voice caller of all time = the legend, Ralph Duren. He's been on Jay Leno, CBS Tonight, ESPN and countless other TV shows for his insanely real voice calls and has been educating people across the country and throughout the Ozarks for decades. His calls are entertaining but, more importantly, they're effective! Ralph has been hunting and killing turkeys since they opened the season in Missouri in the 1960s. In this episode you'll learn how to key in on and take advantage turkey reproduction habits, Ralph's tactics for finding birds in the big timber woods of the Ozarks, and you'll get to hear a few of his 135 distinct animal sounds! WOW. What a fun episode. The 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. Support the show: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast Our two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast Reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ep. 55 - LIVE from a Bear's Den w/ AGFC Biologist Myron Means
Apr 5 2023
Ep. 55 - LIVE from a Bear's Den w/ AGFC Biologist Myron Means
We got to go visit 'Zany' the mama bear and her 5lb male bear cub in the Ozark National Forest! We joined bear biologist, Myron Means of Arkansas Game & Fish Commission and his team of biologists and veterinarians on one of their den site visits where they monitor the reproduction rates of 60 female black bears in the state. In this episode, Myron explains what they're doing and why this work is important to do each year as we're about to approach the bear's den! He also explains how this particular day was the very 1st time in the history of the universe this sedative was used on a denned bear! Cool stuff. Make sure you share this one with your hunting buddy! If you want to learn more about black bears in Arkansas, go back to Episode 43 to hear our full interview with Myron. The 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. Support the show: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast Our two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast Reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Creators & Guests Kyle Veit - Host Daniel Matthews - Producer Kyle Plunkett - Host Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ep. 54 - Rick Spicer - 'Alone: The Beast', Pack Rat Outdoor Center, and Traditional Archery
Mar 29 2023
Ep. 54 - Rick Spicer - 'Alone: The Beast', Pack Rat Outdoor Center, and Traditional Archery
Link: True North Realty Group ListingsAgent: Chris Hinkle Link: UMAREX Airguns25% OFF Discount Code: "BHA2023" (Limited Time Offer) Rick Spicer is the "Ozarkan Renaissance Man." There aren't many things he doesn't do! He owns multiple small businesses including Pack Rat Outdoor Center, he builds primitive traditional arrows using folsom points, he's even survived the "swamp of suffering" in Louisiana on the popular show 'Alone' - Rick truly is one of a kind. We had the pleasure of sitting down with him to discuss his outdoor journey, why someone would choose to hunt with primitive weapons with all this technology at our fingertips, and the importance of getting the next generation off the couch and into the wild. The 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. Support the show: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast Our two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast Reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ep. 53 - Melissa Jean the 'Mushroom Queen' - Morel Mushroom Hunting: How to Find 'Em
Mar 22 2023
Ep. 53 - Melissa Jean the 'Mushroom Queen' - Morel Mushroom Hunting: How to Find 'Em
Link: UMAREX Airguns25% OFF Discount Code: "BHA2023" (Limited Time Offer) Link: True North Realty Group ListingsAgent: Chris Hinkle We stepped outside of our usual routine to go on an absolute adventure with the one and only Melissa Jean the 'Mushroom Queen' of the Ozarks to talk about how to find morel mushrooms this Spring in the Ozarks. We discuss when to look for them, where to look for them, and how to cook them if you end up finding some. When Melissa isn't hunting giant mushrooms, she also manages a few properties and is about to open up the Ridge Ranch which will allow guests to go morel hunting with her! What a great idea. Melissa Jean is witty, fun, and a true Ozarkan born and raised in McDonald County, Missouri and is known widely for finding one of the biggest morel mushrooms I've ever seen. Enjoy! Connect with her on Facebook: Melissa Jean the 'Mushroom Queen' The 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. Support the show: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast Our two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast Reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ep. 48 - James Brandenburg of BHA - 2nd Annual Black Bear Bonanza
Feb 22 2023
Ep. 48 - James Brandenburg of BHA - 2nd Annual Black Bear Bonanza
James Brandenburg is the President of the Arkansas Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. BHA serves as the voice for our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife. In this episode we talk about what’s going on in the state of Arkansas as it relates to BHA focused efforts and specifically talk about how many thousands of public acres are actually inaccessible or landlocked in Arkansas due to the bordering private properties and what BHA is doing about it. We also talk about Black Bear Bonanza coming up on March 4th at the Benton County Quail Barn. The event is sponsored by onX as well as Umarex, Vortex, and many other vendors. Clay Newcomb will be there recording a live episode for Bear Grease podcast, bear biologist and our friend Myron Means (ep. 43) will be there, Dr. Devin Pettigrew will be there to discuss atlatls and ancient hunting techniques and more special guests all to celebrate the success of black bear in our state and the natural resources we all enjoy. Also if you want to meet and chat with us, we’re planning to be there too! Open to the public, get your tickets in advance here -> https://www.backcountryhunters.org/black_bear_bonanza_2023 . The 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.Support the show: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast Our two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)AND our producer is Daniel Matthews (@datthews) Theme music by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Mikayla Craig Stauber Jason Howell Wright Henry Matthews Kyle Plunkett Kenzie Veit Conner Veit ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★