Outdoor Country Talk

Kenny McLaughlin: “Wisconsin Turkeys - Part 1”

As heartbreaking as it is, turkey season around the country has come to an end. Jacob & Jeremy wanted to have a talk highlighting some Wisconsin turkey hunting. We found it fitting to first talk to our good buddy, Kenny McLaughlin. Kenny discusses his trip and the hunting there. Jacob also makes a trip to the state and briefly discusses his trip and we discuss it in more detail in the upcoming part 2. 

Uncle Rusty: "The Brains of the Bunch"

Today we catch up with the legend himself, Uncle Rusty. As you would know if you have seen only one episode of "Trained Assassins", you never know what you're going to get with Uncle Rusty. We of course talk about being on the show and some of his most memorable moments and we do find out who was the best hunter or maybe who was NOT the best hunter. Uncle Rusty also takes us back to some earlier times of hunting in the area and shares with us a new decoy tip that you might have never though of before. You do not want to miss this episode of Outdoor Country Talk. 

Robbie Kroger: "It's in the Blood"

It's in the blood.....if you have watched any episode of "Blood Origins" you have heard the phrase that Robbie Kroger incorporates. Robbie explains what that means to him and how it has impacted not only his hunting but also the way he lives. Robbie shares with us how he came to the United States from South Africa and landed here in the great state of Mississippi. Robbie shares some interesting point of views of his when it comes to the outdoors and how things have changed through the years. What was your favorite episode of "Blood Origins"? Robbie shares with us his top three episodes so far. 

Sean & Cole Lundy: "Bucks, Birds, and Little Debbies"

We have two great guest on our show today, Sean Lundy with Drury Outdoors and his son, Cole. We dive right into it with these guys and just like the title of the episode says, we talk about bucks, birds, and Little Debbies. Who doesn't throw in some Little Debbie snacks in their hunting bag? Sean tells us how growing up in Long Island, New York probably isn't quite like we think it was. How did Sean become part of Drury Outdoors? Listen to this episode of Outdoor Country Talk to find out!

Kensey Shaffer: "It's For The Love, Not For The Likes"

We talk with the local huntress, Kensey Shaffer, today. Most of you probably know Kensey from her social media presence or maybe you have seen her on the Outdoor Channel's "For Love or Likes". Kensey tells us how she grew up following her father's footsteps in the woods and how that led to where she is today in the outdoor industry. She shares with us of how she ended up getting on the TV show and give us a little insight of how it went for her. Do you want to know more or maybe her side of the show? Listen to this episode of Outdoor Country Talk!

Slade Priest: "The Hunting Land Man"

We visit with our buddy, Mr. Slade Priest, The Hunting Land Man himself. Most of you know Slade by his hand waving, white sunglass wearing self as he was part of the Trained Assassins crew. Since the show, Slade tells us what all he has going on and slowing down isn't part of it. Of course we talk turkey hunting with Slade. If you found the cure for the Coronavirus and Trump told you that you could have whatever you wanted, what would it be? Well, Slade tells us exactly what he would want. Can you guess it? Well, listen to this episode of Outdoor Country Talk to find out!

Randy Caston: Caston Custom Blades

Well today, we have a champion with us...but not just any champion. Today we have with us the winner of Forged in Fire Season 6 Episode 16, Mr. Randy Caston. We visit with Mr. Randy and discuss of how he got started building blades, but of course how in the world that led him to being on the TV show, Forged in Fire. He takes us through that journey and told a few things you might not know by just watching the show. Since the show, the blade business has been a steady thing in his life. It has taken him many places and just how much money has he gotten for a blade? Well, check out this episode of Outdoor Country Talk to find out!

Lyle Gilbert: "Houndstooth Game Call"

This week we are joined with the founder and owner of Houndstooth Game Calls, Mr. Lyle Gilbert. Lyle tells us how he got started making turkey calls and how it turned from a hobby to a full time business. Lyle also talks about his different calls and how different cuts may be for different hunters out there. Listen to this episode of Outdoor Country Talk to hear more about Houndstooth Game Calls.

Jimmy Barton: "Snake Boots and the World We Live In"

This week we catch back up with Jimmy Barton with NWTF. We sit down with Jimmy with no agenda in mind other than discuss a recent close call in the turkey woods that him and his son encountered and just discuss the world we are living in today. Jimmy tells us how NWTF is feeling some of effects of COVID-19 and some of the benefits that you can take an advantage of by just being a NWTF member. Listen to this episode of Outdoor Country Talk to hear the rest!

Allen Jenkins: "Lynch Turkey Calls"

Ever heard of a "Lynch Fool Proof Turkey Call"? Well today we sit down with Mr. Allen Jenkins, the man that took the call and brought it to the world of turkey hunting. Have you ever thought about building your own turkey call when you were around 12 years old? Mr. Allen did, and the love of turkey hunting was just getting started for him. Mr. Allen takes us through the Liberty, MS manufacturing days and the eventual move out of Liberty. Have you ever wondered what Mr. Allen would say if you asked him what would be his three (3) tips of success in the turkey woods? Well, he answers just that in this episode of Outdoor Country Talk.