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The Ozark Podcast

Kyle Veit & Kyle Plunkett
Ozarks
Conservation
Smallmouth Bass
Deer Hunting
Neosho Bass
Hunting Techniques
Turkey Hunting
Fly Fishing
Fishing
Whitetail Deer
Fishing Techniques
Hunting
Foraging
Deer Management
Beaver Lake
Acorns
Deer Behavior
Wildlife Conservation
Vortex Optics
Wildlife Management

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, sharp... more

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The fish are still out there. You just have to think differently to find them.

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We're back with the man who just quit his career in the fly fishing industry to become Beaver Lake's only full-time fly fishing guide.

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Dan Roberts
Fly fishing guide and lake angler
Beaver Lake area guides
Episode: Ep. 218 - Dan Roberts - From Crappie to Walleye: A Full Species Breakdown on Fly Fishing a Lake
AJ Hendershott
Expert on Ozark Chinquapin; conservationist
Ozark Chinquapin Foundation
Episode: Ep. 215 - A.J. Hendershott - The Ozark Chinquapin: Restoring An American Treasure
Roy Pilgrim
Turkey camper with a storied hunting background
Episode: Ep. 214 - First Turkeys, Close Encounters, & Gobbler Dreams: Turkey Camp 2026
Moe Shepherd
Esteemed turkey hunter specializing in public land in the Ozarks
Episode: Ep. 212 - Moe Shepherd - This One Mistake is Costing You Turkeys on Public Land
Jeremy Risley
Statewide black bass coordinator, Arkansas Game & Fish
Arkansas Game & Fish Commission
Episode: Ep. 208 - Neosho Bass Will Change Ozark Smallmouth Fishing Forever (Here’s How) with Jeremy Risley & Eric Naas of AGFC
Eric Naas
Biologist, Arkansas Game & Fish Commission; background in Great Lakes smallmouth research
Arkansas Game & Fish Commission
Episode: Ep. 208 - Neosho Bass Will Change Ozark Smallmouth Fishing Forever (Here’s How) with Jeremy Risley & Eric Naas of AGFC
Chris Middaugh
Research biostatistician in the research division
Arkansas Game & Fish Commission
Episode: Ep. 207 - The New Neosho Bass Research Every Ozark Angler Should Know with Chris Middaugh & Tyler Chafin
Tyler Chafin
Geneticist, computer/analysis lead in conservation lab
University of Arkansas
Episode: Ep. 207 - The New Neosho Bass Research Every Ozark Angler Should Know with Chris Middaugh & Tyler Chafin
Curtis Copeland
GIS expert out of Branson, Missouri; co-host of the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles Podcast
Branson, Missouri
Episode: Ep. 206 - Curtis Copeland - How Digital Maps Are Reshaping Conservation in the Ozarks

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Kyle Veit
Host of The Ozark Podcast
Kyle Plunkett
Co-host of The Ozark Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 350 ratings
  • My Favorite Podcast

    Awesome show for anyone who loves the outdoors. This is my go to show! Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chester31142069
    United States4 months ago
  • Truth

    These fellas harness an amazing ability to intertwine truth, new ideas and the history of the Ozark’s outdoor opportunities where stones have often been left unturned or looked over by many.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Blackburn Farm
    United States6 months ago
  • Good guys in the woods

    I enjoy listening to good men talking about the outdoors. Hunting fishing history and news without too much silliness. Where I’m from all the podcasts Try to be funny too much. Give these guys a listen even if you’re not from the ozark a.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick name is not taken
    United States7 months ago
  • New Favorite Podcast

    Thanks for putting together a great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mo_ron
    United States7 months ago
  • GREAT PODCAST

    From a fellow Ozarkian, I love the topics and the guests. Very informative and helpful and that comes great hosts that ask the right questions. Keep it up guys! And please get some more green hats in stock!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sdkirkland
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise authentic, regionally grounded storytelling that blends outdoors skills with culture.
Episodes consistently inform and inspire action in the Ozarks outdoors and conservation.
Community feel and mentorship moments are a standout for listeners.
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Ep. 213 - Moe Shepherd - 50 Years of Turkey Hunting Stories ("6 Turkeys in 6 Days")
Q: Tell me a story that's quintessential in describing a perfect day in the woods.
Moe describes a morning where a gobbling bird comes in within perfect range after patient calling and careful setup, followed by a clean kill that embodies the ideal blend of tactics, timing, and luck.
Ep. 210 - Roy Pilgrim - Why Forests in the Ozarks are Declining...According to a Logger
Q: Can you clear up the debate on the Eastern Red Cedar and how to manage them on private property?
The cedar is actually an Eastern juniper; it's native but highly opportunistic. If large, grind them with a masticator or cut them; if small, use fire to manage and maintain absence after removal.
Ep. 206 - Curtis Copeland - How Digital Maps Are Reshaping Conservation in the Ozarks
Q: How can some of this GIS data be used to improve habitat and conservation in the Ozarks?
GIS data can help identify critical habitats, model water quality implications, plan restoration like stream bank stabilization, map vegetation and biodiversity, and inform policy decisions to balance development with conservation.
Ep. 207 - The New Neosho Bass Research Every Ozark Angler Should Know with Chris Middaugh & Tyler Chafin
Q: What's next for the research and public engagement?
Next steps include deeper analysis of stocking histories, developing a public-facing website and GIS hub to show purity and introgression maps, exploring gene-level mechanisms behind hybridization, and potentially creating management plans to source from pure populations for restoration or conservation efforts.
Ep. 207 - The New Neosho Bass Research Every Ozark Angler Should Know with Chris Middaugh & Tyler Chafin
Q: What are the high-level findings of the study?
The work identifies four distinct lineages corresponding to main river basins, finds significant fine-scale genetic diversity within drainages, notes introgression in certain areas (e.g., Northwest Arkansas and Illinois Bayou) but also reveals many pure populations (e.g., Mulberry River). It confirms Neosho as the oldest lineage and suggests potential species-level distinctions for Washtaw and Little River lineages pending additional data.

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This show centers on outdoor life in the Ozarks, blending practical how-to for hunting and fishing with conservation, land stewardship, and Ozarks culture. Episodes frequently feature experts in wildlife biology, forestry, GIS mapping, and conservation, plus experienced hunters and guides who share tactics, field notes, and personal stories from the region. A notable strength is its ability to weave technical detail (genetics of Neosho bass, blight-resistant chinquapins, prescribed fire, and digital mapping) with accessible, folksy storytelling and community mentorship. Listeners are likely drawn to deep regional knowledge, hands-on outdoor skills, and a sense of place that values tradition while exploring innovative conservation and land-m... more

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1. Dan Roberts
2. AJ Hendershott
3. Roy Pilgrim
4. Moe Shepherd
5. Jeremy Risley
6. Eric Naas
7. Chris Middaugh
8. Tyler Chafin

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