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Driftwood Outdoors Podcast

Driftwood Outdoors Podcast

Join award-winning outdoor columnist Brandon Butler and renowned radio DJ Nathan "Shags" McLeod as they team up to bring you the ultimate Midwest outdoor adventure experience on the Driftwood Outdoors Podcast.Whether you"re an avid hunter, passionate fisherman, or just love the great outdoors, this podcast is your go-to source for everything Midwest outdoor life. As the Midwest"s outdoor authority, Driftwood Outdoors Podcast delivers a perfect blend of information and entertainment, covering topics

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Ep. 218: Corner Crossing Chaos

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2023/12/05

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod interview Phil Yeomans and Brad Cape.Two Missouri hunters find themselves battling a court case for our public land rights, after a backcountry hunt in Wyoming where they upset the rich landowners doing something perfectly legal: Corner crossing.Corner crossing involves stepping from one piece of public land to another at the common corner with two pieces of private property, all arranged in a checkerboard pattern.Donate to the legal fund:GoFundMe PageShout

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Ep. 217: Success and Failure of the 2023 Deer Season

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2023/11/28

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod recap Missouri deer season with Josh Lane and Jeff Blumer.Topics Discussed: Opening weekend of Missouri deer season, the recap of each hunt, wins, losses, everything in between, generational differences in the process, antelope hunting in Wyoming, mystery bait bucket, and more.Connect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream PropertiesHunting Works For MissouriSmithfly RaftsScenic Rivers

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Ep. 216: Can't Beat 'Em, Eat 'Em!

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2023/11/21

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod celebrate Thanksgiving week with Chef Philippe Parola.Our incredible planet is filled with countless species of flora and fauna, each who live in their perfectly designed ecosystems. These native species are being threatened by non-native invaders who slowly push them out of their habitats. Something must be done to stop them and preserve our wildlife habitats for future generations. Chef Philippe Parola has the solution.Topics Discussed: Invasive species

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Ep. 215: Chasing Dinosaurs on the Gasconade River

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2023/11/14

Nathan “Shags” McLeod and Adam Voight interview Captain Tommy Bench, Owner and Operator of Gasconade River Guide Service, while fishing the Gasconade River.Captain Bench has built a reputation as one of the most skilled guides in the Missouri area, with a vast knowledge of the Gasconade River and its surrounding areas. His passion for fishing and deep understanding of the river's ecosystem make him an invaluable resource for anyone looking to explore the river's vast offerings. His expertise has

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Ep. 214: Plotting for Big Bucks with Paul Hollis

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2023/11/07

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod interview Paul Hollis, Owner of PH Outdoors.PH Outdoors manufactures high quality no-till drills and crimpers with the hunter and wildlife manager in mind.Topics Discussed: Opening weekend of deer season, deer hunting in Missouri, what PH Outdoors does and products they offer, why no-till drills are so important, plot approaches, planning, timing, and variety, soil conservation, doe hunting and population, optics v. reality of baiting bears, plans for opening

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Ep. 213: The Halloween Special with Dark Ozarks

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2023/10/31

Happy Halloween! Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod interview Lisa Martin with Dark Ozarks PodcastDark Ozarks is an exploration of the dark history, mysteries, legends, folklore, and hauntings of the Ozarks, including the connections you don't expect.Topics Discussed: Paranormal experiences and misconceptions, supernatural connections, Shag's Alien might not be an alien, history and variants of Bigfoot reports, Civil War and historical warfare, Wilson Creek Battlefield, live events and tours,

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Ep. 212: The Great Montana Moose Hunt

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2023/10/24

Brandon Butler recaps his lifetime-awaited Montana Moose Hunt with adventure companions Jesse Deubel of New Mexico Wildlife Federation, and "Hollywood Steve."Topics Discussed: The mental preparation for the big hunt, getting settled into camp, the scouting experience and Montana scenery, the story of the harvest, gourmet camp coffee, suppressor benefits and the gear that made an impact, the rough hike out, delicious mountain meals, joys that money can't buy, local treasures and Butte history,

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Ep. 211: The River We No Longer Speak Of

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2023/10/17

With Brandon deer hunting in New Jersey, Nathan "Shags" McLeod takes good friends Kris Nelson of Tandem Fly Outfitters, and (officially retired) Tim Paulsen floating and fishing the current River. They stop at Big Rock Candy Mountain to eat dinner and record a podcast with a surprise visitor/special guest, Roger Franklin of Big Rock Candy Mountain.Topics Discussed: Takeaways from the Current River floating/fishing trip, the beauty in our own backyard, fishing ettiquette, fly tips and tricks,

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Ep. 210: Cleaning Ducks in Dorm Rooms with Will Brantley

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2023/10/10

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod interview Will Brantley, Hunting Editor of Field & Stream.Brantley has been an outdoor writer his entire adult life, starting with an internship at Outdoor Life and columns in The Murray State News and The Dawson Springs Progress when he was 19 years old. Prior to that, he was a greenskeeper on a golf course (though he hates golf).Brantley grew up in western Kentucky, and has a lifelong interest in the hunting and fishing in that area. He especially loves

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Ep. 209: Bada Bing! A New Jersey Deer Hunt

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2023/10/03

Brandon Butler interviews Will Jimeno for a second time after hunting in New Jersey for his 50 in 50 by 50 quest: His campaign to harvest 50 animals in 50 states by the age of 50. Will, former Port of Authority Police Officer, is a good friend and previous guest, and is one of only two survivors pulled from the 9/11 wreckage.Topics Discussed: Whitetail deer hunting in New Jersey, living the American dream and the impact of having wonderful immigrant parents from Colombia, the Sopranos tour,

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Ep. 208: Director of Missouri State Parks: David Kelly

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2023/09/26

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod interview David Kelly, Director of Missouri State Parks.David Kelly was named Director of the department's Missouri State Parks, effective Sept. 1, 2021.David began his career with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources over 33 years ago, as the Special Events Coordinator for state parks in May 1988. Most recently, he served as Deputy Director of Operations for state parks. During his career with state parks, he has also served as the Director of the

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Ep. 207: "It's Not Ours, It's Just Our Turn" with...

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2023/09/19

Doug Duren is a passionate hunter, farmer, land manager and conservationist. He is the owner of Lone Oak Interests, LLC, specializing in site and land management consulting and contracting services throughout Wisconsin and the Driftless Area.In addition to his consulting and contracting work, Doug manages the Duren Family Farm near Cazenovia, Wisconsin where he has been working and hunting for over 45 years. The farm has been in the Duren family for 115 years. Current management includes acres

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Ep. 206: Flanner Forgets He's On A Podcast

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2023/09/12

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod record from a gravel bar on the river they no longer speak of with unpaid pro staffers Paddle Don and Tim Flanner. Topics Discussed: Night fishing, floating, wrestling, upcoming hunts, Big Rock Candy Mountain, best summer trips, live music, Baker Banter, True North, surviving a stroke, mystery bait bucket, and more. Connect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream PropertiesHunting Works For MissouriSmithfly RaftsScenic

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Ep. 205: Missouri Woods & Water

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2023/09/04

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod interview Nate Thomas, creator and co-host of Missouri Woods & Water PodcastTopics Discussed: Coyote hunting and the best time of the year to go, the thrill of hunting predators, how a coyote hunt and tournament works, missing the simpler times, Nate's upcoming elk hunt in Wyoming, raising teenage daughters, advice for anyone thinking about starting a podcast, mystery bait bucket and more.For more info:Missouri Woods & WaterMissouri Woods & Water

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Ep. 204: Africa The Final Chapter

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2023/08/29

Brandon Butler, his cousin Derek Butler, Josh Lane, and Nathan "Shags" McLeod recap the entire South African adventure.Topics Discussed: Recapping the journey as a whole, the benefits and journey of sobriety, highlights from the hunt and experience, memorable moments, connecting with the culture, things they would do differently, the ways that the experience changed them, mystery bait bucket and more.For more info:Stompiesland SafarisStompiesland InstagramConnect with Driftwood

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Ep. 203: The Complete South Africa Experience Part 2

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2023/08/22

Brandon Butler, his cousin Derek Butler and Josh Lane join Vorster and Benny around a campfire in South Africa and recap Day Three and Four of their hunting expedition.Topics Discussed: The story behind each kill, Derek's trophy Blesbok, eating the backstraps of a buffalo, how travel clears up ignorance, what makes a good Impala, the hospitality of rural South Africa, how anybody can do this and the ways Stompiesland accommodates the disabled, Vorster's previous Rugby career, and how he and his

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Ep. 202: The Complete South Africa Experience Part 1

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2023/08/15

Brandon Butler and his cousin Derek Butler join Josh Lane in South Africa and recap Day One and Day Two of their hunting expedition.Topics Discussed: The trip into Port Elizabeth, standing in the Indian Ocean, how it feels to be an African hunter, the breakdown of each hunt, the diverse landscape, expectations v. reality, service oriented treatment, the surprisingly wide variety of activities South Africa has to offer, mystery bait bucket and more.For more info:Stompiesland SafarisStompiesland

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Ep. 201: Steppin' on Necks for Smallies

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2023/08/08

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod go fishing for smallmouth with Michael Collins, Owner of Misty Mountain Guiding Service, and record a podcast after.Topics Discussed: How he got into fishing, boyscouts and achieving his Eagle Scout badge, why he started guiding and tying his own flies, northern Ozark fly fishing, smallmouth fishing set ups, deer season, Sexy Santa, mystery bait bucket and more.For more info:Misty Mountain Guiding ServiceFacebookInstagramMO Trout FliesConnect with Driftwood

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Ep. 200: Al Lindner, Co-Founder of In-Fisherman

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2023/08/01

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod celebrate their 200th episode by interviewing the Man, the Myth, the Legend Al Lindner, host of Angling Edge Television and Lindner Media Productions.Topics Discussed: What sparked his career, getting drafted to Vietnam, In-Fisherman, the story of the 52-inch Northern Pike, fishing Rainy Lake, Pinkie Jigs, the hunger for fishing shows, exposure and support from his Mom and Uncle, Northern Canadian fishing, Walleye fishing, his upcoming largemouth exploratory

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Ep. 199: A Long Way from Lima Beans and Ranch Dressing

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2023/07/25

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod interview John Wallace, founder of Wild Game Cook.Topics Discussed: What has changed in the past few years, the transition from coaching to cooking, some of his favorite recipes, being better at the basics and honoring the animal, making wild game more approachable, exciting partnerships and plans for the near future, bee keeping, putting all of your eggs in one basket, mystery bait bucket and more.For more info:Wild Game Cook InstagramWild Game Cook

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