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Listen to the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, hosted by Matt Wyatt. We'll dive into fascinating conversations about Mississippi's rich outdoor life, where each episode brings new knowledge about wildlife, the outdoors, and unique local experiences. Join us for diverse stories all aimed at shaping the state's cultural outdoor narrative.

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Outdoor magazines go back further than most people realize. In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, Matt Wyatt sits down with returning guest James T. McCafferty, author and outdoor historian, to talk about the writers who documented hun... more

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You know Mossy Oak for deer and turkey hunting gear — but did you know they have a tree expert on staff? In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, Matt Wyatt sits down with Dudley Phelps, known around Mossy Oak as "the tree guy," to talk a... more

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Have you noticed it's a little harder to see the stars at night lately? That's light pollution, and it turns out it's doing a lot more than dimming the night sky. In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, Matt Wyatt sits down with Murray B... more

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Mississippi is the Hospitality State — and few people have done more to prove it than Robert St. John. In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, Matt Wyatt sits down with the Hattiesburg restaurateur, author, and travel host to talk about ... more

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Recent Guests

Dudley Phelps
Tree Guy, Mossy Oak
Mossy Oak
Episode: Growing Trees for Wildlife: Meet the Tree Guy at Mossy Oak, Dudley Phelps
Murray Burgess
Ornithologist at Mississippi State
Mississippi State University
Episode: Light Pollution Is Confusing Migratory Birds: Ornithologist Murray Burgess Explains
Robert St. John
Restaurateur, hospitality ambassador in Mississippi
Crest City Grill (flagship), restaurant group
Episode: Mississippi's Hospitality Ambassador: Robert St. John on Food, Family & the Coast
Larry Bull
Retired fisheries biologist
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
Episode: How to Stock a Pond: Species, Timing, and Common Mistakes with Larry Bull
Tom Mann
Zoologist
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
Episode: The Man on the Natchez Trace at Midnight: Zoologist Tom Mann & the Webster's Salamander
Mike Strickland
Officer, Mississippi Department of Marine Resources
Mississippi Department of Marine Resources
Episode: Inside Mississippi's Marine Patrol: Law Enforcement on the Gulf Coast with Mike Strickland
Russ Walsh
Director of Conservation at Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Episode: What Your Hunting License Really Pays For
Rick Dillard
Founder of Magnolia Records Program; fisheries biologist with US Forest Service
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks; US Forest Service
Episode: Does Your Buck Make the Magnolia Records? Creator Rick Dillard Explains Everything
Caleb Covington
State Lakes Coordinator, Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
Episode: How to Start Fishing: Tips for Beginners with Caleb Covington

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Matt Wyatt
Host of Mississippi Outdoors Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Snakes In Mississippi

    Loved this episode - learned a great deal about importance of snakes - wildly misunderstood!!!This needs to be shared as to educate everyone. Thank you for educating us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lougalster
    United States4 months ago
  • Great pod!

    Great insight on Mississippi and always a few laughs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cp662
    United States10 months ago
  • Bats in Mississippi

    Loved this episode - learned a great deal about importance of bats. This needs to be shared as to educate everyone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lougalster
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Session w/Ole Yawt-Yawt!

    Need a few more yawt-yawt’s in the world today. Enjoyed the stories and don’t show Matt your deer & you won’t get accused of photoshopping! LOL

    Apple Podcasts
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    Japplewes
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Praises the mix of science and storytelling, with engaging guests from state agencies and universities.
Listeners appreciate the practical wildlife management insights and local Mississippi focus.
Audience enjoys the blend of outdoors culture, entrepreneurship, and conservation.
Many comments highlight the community feel and accessible explanations of complex topics.
Episodes often feature diverse topics, from hummingbirds to turkey stamps, keeping content fresh.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Man on the Natchez Trace at Midnight: Zoologist Tom Mann & the Webster's Salamander
Q: What have you learned about their movement and what practical steps have you taken during fieldwork?
Fieldwork showed that the salamanders migrate in ways not previously understood, moving toward moist rock outcrops and across the road; researchers used fences and funnel traps to monitor crossings and relocate animals to safe areas, integrating daytime surveys to map populations.
The Man on the Natchez Trace at Midnight: Zoologist Tom Mann & the Webster's Salamander
Q: Why are you doing this work to help Webster's salamanders along the Natchez Trace?
The aim is to learn and preserve a population that is uniquely tied to rock outcrops and forest patches, to understand its migration and breeding patterns, and to ensure the species remains on the landscape even as the surrounding habitat changes.
Does Your Buck Make the Magnolia Records? Creator Rick Dillard Explains Everything
Q: What sparked the idea for Magnolia Records Program and how did you begin?
Rick explains that seeing big deer inspired him to create a formal records program, modeling after state programs in other states. He started by gathering data needs, then engaged agency partners to support the concept, and eventually launched scoring sessions to collect data across the state.
How to Start Fishing: Tips for Beginners with Caleb Covington
Q: What would you say is the bare minimum items you need for a first fishing trip?
Start with a simple setup: a basic rod and reel (a push-button spin cast is great for beginners), a small tackle box or backpack with scissors, pliers, clamp, corks, and a few small weights, plus some worms for brim or panfish; focus on simplicity and avoiding frustration, then gradually add more gear as needed.
Attract Hummingbirds with Native Plants with Biologist Mark LaSalle
Q: Where can listeners find reliable information about hummingbird-friendly plants and landscaping for birds?
Trusted sources include the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society, and regional wildlife or pollinator organizations; a simple Google search for hummingbird plants will surface these resources.

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This program features conversations with wildlife biologists, state agency professionals, historians, artists, and outdoor entrepreneurs, all focused on Mississippi's natural world and hunting culture. Episodes cover wildlife management, habitat conservation, disease mitigation in wildlife, fishing and waterfowl governance, and the intersection of outdoor life with community, culture, and entrepreneurship. A standout thread is the strong state-focus: practical policy discussions, on-the-ground management experiences, and regional perspectives that blend science, history, and local storytelling for listeners who live the Mississippi outdoors lifestyle.

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Recent guests on Mississippi Outdoors Podcast include:

1. Dudley Phelps
2. Murray Burgess
3. Robert St. John
4. Larry Bull
5. Tom Mann
6. Mike Strickland
7. Russ Walsh
8. Rick Dillard

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