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The Ozark Podcast

Kyle Veit & Kyle Plunkett

In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren"t just things we do, it"s who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we"ve never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our guests and the

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Ep. 179 - Dr. Grant Woods - This Deer Habitat...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/08/06

In this episode, we're calling back to our conversation with renowned wildlife biologist and land manager Dr. Grant Woods for a practical, science-based breakdown of how to manage land and grow better deer in the Ozarks. > ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon aka "The Holler"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ < Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry-defining scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Diamond State Fly Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - The Region's premiere fly fishing shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big

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Ep. 178 - The Check Station - Saving 'Featherfoot'...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/07/30

The Kyles are back at The Check Station with a chicken rescue mission, Colorado moose encounters, and some controversial reel reactions. They also spotlight Duane Hada’s call for protecting smallmouth bass in Arkansas streams and float a bold idea...Ozark-wide hunting and fishing license?> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon aka "The Holler"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ < Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry-defining scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Diamond State

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Ep. 177 - The Old Ozarks - The Brogues and Brogans of...

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2025/07/25

Welcome to the Old Ozarks with Dr. Brooks Blevins...Every now and then, a name on a map leads you down a rabbit hole of forgotten history. That’s what happened when I stumbled across a curious spot in southeastern Missouri referred to as the Irish Wilderness. The phrase (something pulled from the pages of a ghost story) is a little-known, true-life tale of Irish immigrants, Catholic dreams, and Civil War disappearance deep in the Ozark hills. In this episode, I explore how an ambitious Irish

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Ep. 176 - Jared Phillips - Who ACTUALLY Benefits from...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/07/23

In this episode, historian, farmer, and University of Arkansas professor Dr. Jared Phillips returns to explore the deep and sometimes uncomfortable tension between local communities and the growing cycling culture in Northwest Arkansas. Set against the backdrop of heritage, land stewardship, and the values that shaped generations of Ozarkers, this episode tackles the question few are asking: who decides what progress looks like and who gets left behind? > ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon aka "The

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Ep. 175 - Jared Phillips - Why is Ozark Culture Being...

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2025/07/16

In this episode, historian, homesteader, and University of Arkansas professor Dr. Jared Phillips joins us to unpack the misunderstood and rapidly changing cultural identity of the Ozarks. Recorded on-site at Branch Mountain Farm, we explores how outside forces shaped the region’s image, why tensions around land use and development are rising, and what it means to truly belong in the Ozarks.> ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon aka "The Holler"⁠⁠⁠⁠ < Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex

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Ep. 174 - The Old Ozarks - Nathan and Olive Light a...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/07/11

Ever had to make a quick getaway? In the Ozarks (surprise surprise) we have our own unique way of saying that...In episode #5 of The Old Ozarks, Dr. Blevins blends frontier idioms, pioneer grit, and American history as he explores the story of Nathan Boone (son of the legendary Daniel Boone) and the legacy he and his wife Olive left behind in the hills of southwest Missouri. Summary: From the Revolutionary War to the Trail of Tears, the Boone family witnessed the raw expansion of the American

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Ep. 173 - Duane Hada & Tadd Fore - How to Hunt for...

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2025/07/09

When it comes to chasing big smallmouth in skinny water, few know the game like Duane Hada and Tadd Fore. This episode takes you deep into the art of summer fly fishing on clear, low-water Ozark streams. Whether you're an expert or novice this episode is packed with tactics, conservation talk, and some good old-fashioned Ozark storytelling (a lost phone rescue that rivals many fish tales). > ⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon aka "The Holler"⁠⁠⁠ < Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex

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Ep. 172 - The Check Station - Brown Trout Debacle,...

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2025/07/02

In this episode, we bring back the “Check Station” with a fresh new format—blending Ozark news, reel reactions, and controversial takes. IF you're a ozark regionalist, trout angler, and/or avid camper, this episode is for you! Welcome...to the Check Station > ⁠⁠Join our Patreon aka "The Holler"⁠⁠ < Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry-defining scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Moultrie Mobile⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - The MOST accessible cell trail

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Ep. 171 - The Old Ozarks - Long Knives and Native Lands

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2025/06/27

Did you know? Before Oklahoma became Indian Territory, there was nearly an Indigenous homeland carved into the heart of the Ozarks. In this episode, Dr. Brooks Blevins traces a forgotten chapter of Ozark & American history: when Native leaders tried to claim a permanent home in the White River Valley. Summary: From “Wade and Butchers” to “Arkansas Toothpicks,” Dr. Blevins opens with the colorful language of the hills and how it connects to a bigger story: how the Shawnee leader Qua-ta-wa-pea

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Ep. 170 - Ralph Meeker of AGFC - How to Hold More...

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2025/06/25

In the heat of summer, deer hunting might be the last thing on your mind but it’s the perfect time to start preparing for fall. In this episode, Arkansas Game & Fish’s Ralph Meeker joins Kyle and Kyle to break down how to attract and hold whitetail deer on small parcels of land. Whether you're managing 20 acres or just want to understand deer biology better, this episode is packed with science-backed tips that’ll help you outsmart mature bucks before the season even starts. > ⁠Join our Patreon

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Ep. 169 - Chad Johnson - Choosing the Right Fly Even...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/06/18

Fly fishing the White River is part science, part sorcery and no one unpacks that mystery better than Chad Johnson. In this episode, he breaks down the bug calendar, why hatches behave strangely, and what to throw when there’s no hatch at all. Whether you’re dialed in or just getting started, this episode is packed with seasonal tips, fly strategy, and river wisdom from one of the best in the business. > Join our Patreon aka "The Holler" < Support for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Ep. 168 - The Old Ozarks - Moses Austin Finds Lashins...

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2025/06/13

When you hear the name “Austin” - Texas might come to mind but its roots run deep in the rocky soil of Missouri’s lead belt. In this third episode of The Old Ozarks, historian Dr. Brooks Blevins unearths a forgotten chapter of Ozarks history: how the rise of lead mining in southeastern Missouri shaped early America, laid the groundwork for industrial expansion, and gave rise to one of Texas’s founding fathers. Summary: Meet Moses Austin: a Connecticut-born entrepreneur whose mining empire in

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Ep. 167 - Chad Johnson - What Every Angler Should...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/06/11

If you’ve ever fished the White River and left wondering what just happened, this episode is your cheat sheet. In this tactical deep-dive, master guide Chad Johnson joins us at Diamond State Fly Co. to explain the water flows, unit predictions, and on-the-water adjustments that separate casual anglers from the pros. Whether you’re fishing high water, low water, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you stop guessing and start catching (especially those trophy brown trouts). > Join our

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Ep. 166 - The Check Station - We've Been Building...

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2025/06/04

The Ozarks are changing—and so are we. In this Check Station episode, we open up about big changes, new shows, and the birth of a brand-new community called The Holler. From freezer venison stories to storm-pounded chickens, the conversation blends the real and the ridiculous as the hosts unpack where the podcast is headed, why connection matters, and how listeners can now get involved more than ever before. Support for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry-defining scopes,

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Ep. 165 - The Old Ozarks - The Whomper-Jawed Ozarks

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/05/30

In this second episode of The Old Ozarks, historian Brooks Blevins dives deep into the origin of that peculiar word—“Ozark”—and charts its journey across maps, cultures, and centuries. If you've ever wondered where the name came from, how it got tied to Arkansas and Missouri, or why it doesn’t include parts of the land it once did, this episode is a storytelling masterclass in regional history.Summary: From 17th-century French explorers to 20th-century federal agencies, the Ozarks have worn

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Ep. 164 - Jackson Butt - Kings River Tactics to Win...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/05/28

In this episode of The Ozark Podcast, local angler and tournament co-director Jackson Butt joins the crew for a deep dive into the upcoming Mayfly Project Smallmouth Shootout—a catch-and-release charity tournament. Whether you're in it to win or just out for a good float, this episode offers insider tips, heartfelt stories, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the Ozarks’ most meaningful events. > SIGN UP HERE < Support for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry-defining scopes,

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Ep. 163 - Bo Brown - Could You Survive Out in the...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/05/21

If you were dropped into the Ozark wilderness with nothing but your hands—could you survive? In this episode of The Ozark Podcast, survival expert and author Bo Brown returns for a hands-on breakdown of primitive skills that have sustained humans for thousands of years. From starting a fire with nothing but sticks to crafting stone blades and forging clothing from deer hides, Bo shares the forgotten knowledge that kept early Ozarkers alive—and why it still matters today.Watch this episode on

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Ep. 162 - The Old Ozarks - What's in a Name?

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/05/16

In this debut episode of The Old Ozarks, historian Brooks Blevins dives deep into the origin of that peculiar word—“Ozark”—and charts its journey across maps, cultures, and centuries. If you've ever wondered where the name came from, how it got tied to Arkansas and Missouri, or why it doesn’t include parts of the land it once did, this episode is a storytelling masterclass in regional history.Summary: From 17th-century French explorers to 20th-century federal agencies, the Ozarks have worn many

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Introducing: The Old Ozarks with Brooks Blevins

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Drumroll please, we have a new show: The Old Ozarks... ...is your gateway to the forgotten history of the Ozarks. Hosted by renowned historian Dr. Brooks Blevins, the leading authority on the region’s history, this podcast explores the lives, legends, and landscapes that have shaped this unique region. Whether you’re a native Ozarker, a new resident, or a curious listener, join us as we share the stories that make the Ozarks special and connect us to our past.” Support for this

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Ep. 161 - Bo Brown - The Man Who Wrote the Book on...

The Ozark Podcast ·

2025/05/07

You can’t take a step in the Ozarks without walking on food—but most of us don’t even realize it. In this rich and thought-provoking episode of The Ozark Podcast, renowned forager, author, and primitive skills expert Bo Brown joins Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett for a deep dive into the history, science, and culture of foraging in the Ozarks. Whether you're a seasoned outdoorsman or just forage-curious, this episode will forever change how you see the plants under your feet.Support for this

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