Speak the Language Podcast

Hope For Us All

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Thanks to a lot of your support, we believe that the Prairie Pothole region for now is safe. Rest assured, we will keep all of you in the loop as more news surfaces. We also talk about a recent poaching case that involved a young man in Ohio that will hopefully land at redemption down the road. Lastly, we firmly take a stance in taking up for a good colleague of ours who has recently come under fire. And we round it off with some standard food plot season and land management talk. Check it out.

Gobbling Turkeys & Such

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:30:00 GMT

The first spring turkey episode of 2026 is officially here. Settle in everyone because for the next few months, we're going full-bore into the spring woods! And get ready, because BONUS turkey episodes will start dropping this week! Man, what a time to be alive! This week we talk bad turkey slang, benefits of standing tall, hear a listener submitted turkey story that pulls at the heart strings, and hear hummdinger of a turkey tale from Jordan. Check it out!

Tied In A Buck Knot

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Man, oh man do we have some stories to tell this week! Jordan got bamboozled by a GIANT buck, Lake bought a buffalo rifle that he does not need but wanted really bad, and we even talk about the drama that got stirred up in the public duck woods this past weekend. Check it out!

Drone Deer Surveys- w/ Paragon Aerial Solutions

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Kurt Colgrove and Justin Ballard are the owners and operators fo Paragon Aerial solution based out of Alabama. In this episode, Jordan interviews them about their use of drones to survey properties for deer and land management purposes, putting a whole new twist on capability in being able to understand what the deer herd is like on any particular property. We must say, this is one of the most innovative and constructive uses of drones that we have seen to date! They also discuss a specific property survey they conducted with a property with Jordan the very day the interview was recorded. Y'all have to Check this out!

Twas The Week Before Bow Season

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:24:00 GMT

We are one week out from bow season opening up in Mississippi as well as several other states in the country. Let us all rejoice that fall is here! and while we're at it, let's give the full run down of what happened at bear camp. Check it out

Hunt Happy

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:14:25 GMT

Ladies and gentlemen, it is bow season eve here at home. Now, we know it's not officially recognized, but here at the STL we treat this like a national holiday. We truly hope that your sights are dialed, your stands are hung or blinds put out, and that you have plans to hit the woods either on opening day or this weekend- and by all means, hunt what makes you happy. We dive into that topic further in this episode. Check it out!

Understanding the Lower Mississippi River- Drew Smith

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:20:00 GMT

Jordan interviews, Drew Smith, who is a hydrologist & Deputy Chief, Watershed Division at the Corps of Engineers. There are some many questions, misconceptions, and down-right good information to have when it comes to the big river. Join us for this episode as we bust some myths, learn a lot, and discover once again why the Mississippi River is such a special place. Check it out!

Fall Land Preparations, Big Bucks, & Habitat Wins in Mississippi

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:30:00 GMT

As summer winds down, it's go-time for fall food plots and whitetail preparation. In this episode, we dive deep into land management strategies, habitat improvement, and wildlife conservation—Mississippi style. Jordan is gearing up for a busy planting season and shares updates on water conditions in the South Delta, food plot planning, and what’s the forecast for fall.

We also explore “undesirable” plants like coffeeweed, reflect on the rising interest in African hunting experiences, and break down what makes those international trips more attainable than most people think.

Then, it’s all about whitetail predictions: Hear Jordan Blissett’s outlook for this year’s deer season across Mississippi, fueled by a wet spring and lush native vegetation. Discover why central Mississippi is becoming a sleeper region for mature bucks, and how local landowners are maximizing their acreage for big deer—and even bigger results.

Whether you're a habitat manager, landowner, or die-hard deer hunter, you’ll find valuable insight on:

Food plot timing and strategy
Habitat benefits of prescribed burning
Antler growth trends after drought recovery
The evolving mindset around age structure and deer quality
How small tracts can produce giant bucks with the right approach

Plus, we chat about the Dallas Safari Club Expo, wildlife auction shocks (yes, a $120K donation!), and tips for improving your hunting land without breaking the bank.

Mentioned in this episode:

Fall food plot planning
African hunting trips
Dallas Safari Club experience
Mississippi deer season forecast
Land value trends in Rankin & Scott County
DIY habitat improvements

👉 Don’t miss the next episode, featuring a special guest who breaks down budget-friendly habitat improvements every landowner should know.

Summer Heat, Land Management Standards, & Deer preparations

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:56:41 GMT

We recorded this episode inside for the sake of saving ourselves from the broiling heat taking place in Mississippi right now. FYI, you know it's bad when we are celebrating temps in the high 80s. But anyway, this episode we talk about if the standard we as hunting community has set for ourselves in terms of land management, finding quail in quail friendly and non-friendly places, planning safaris for next year and more. Check it out!

Lake's Life Story, Kind of

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Jordan decides to interview Lake to get his story of how he ended up working in the hunting and outdoor space. It's one of the most common questions asked, so maybe this story will help guide a listener if they are interested in that career path themselves. Check it out!

Turkey Stories- REAL TURKEY HUNT AUDIO

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:01:00 GMT

It is officially time to think about spring turkeys- as if we ever really stop thinking about them, but you know what we mean. This episode is all about turkey hunting stories that stick in your memory. We have 3 stories this week- 2 from South Florida, and 1 from Mississippi public land. As an extra treat, we have real hunt audio from all of them! Check it out!

Live From Rick’s Cafe- Starkville MS 2023

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:49:00 GMT

Join us for the recording from our live show that took place February 28, 2023. We talk about the the people and organizations that came before us and made turkey hunting possible for future generations, we talk with Pete Daughtery from Turkeys For Tomorrow about current research projects, and as always we make room for hunting stories and laughs.

Tales From A Turkey Hunter’s Wife

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:51:00 GMT

We interviewed our wives about their first every turkey hunting experiences with us! As you could imagine, between some misses, spooked turkeys, and stolen turkeys, things get pretty interesting to say the least! I can promise you, this is one you don't want to miss!

Baiting Turkeys?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 08:58:33 GMT

First and foremost, this episode's purpose is to be informative and perhaps shine a light on an issue that could potentially be doing much more harm than good. We are joined by Dr. Marcus Lashley and Dr. Will Gulsby to discuss a subject that hasn't been talked about much; the effects of baiting/supplemental feeding on wild turkeys. I assure you that you don't want to miss this one.

The Duck Dog Vet

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:12:00 GMT

Matt Ryan is a veterinarian working out of Oxford,MS with a special interest in working and sporting dogs. In this episode, we allow Matt to educate us one some topics that every hunting dog owner should be knowledgable about.

Catching Up With Brad Farris

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 20:39:27 GMT

Lake and Brad sit down to discuss the current deer season at the new camp, their most recent successful hunt, and the rut activity that is picking up on a daily basis

Ike Eastman

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Ike Eastman is the president of Eastman's Publishing and long time personality on Eastman's Hunting TV, along with all of the other video content they put out. On this episode, Ike discusses the current issues and concern surrounding the sage grouse, and how its effects stretch far beyond the plight of the singular bird. It also effects public land access, other types of recreation, our energy resources, and much more. You don't want to miss this one.

The Good, The Bald, & The Ugly

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:05:00 GMT

Jordan Blissett returns to the podcast to talk about food plot planting, rain at extreme ends of the spectrum, bow hunting in Kansas, the upside to having a light-weight tree stand, and the decision to go bald. Check it out!

The Capital Of The Outdoors?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 20:34:53 GMT

Ricky Mathews is the host of Coast Vue and Supertalk Outdoors. He is also the former president and publisher of three gulfcoast newspapers, one of which he led to a Pulitzer Gold Medal in 2006 for their work and coverage of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Topics discussed include the capital of the outdoors, fishing off the gulf coast of Mississippi, Deer hunting in the MS Delta, and much more. Check it out!

Throws Of Passion

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 01:35:28 GMT

We are experiencing the full rush and pandemonium caused by spring weather and gobbling turkeys! We've had a whole lot go down since the last time we spoke so it's time to get y'all caught up! From fighting the poor weather of the Mississippi opener, dealing with kamikaze jakes, making a second trip down to south florida, and watching Jimmy shoot a hole through a stakeout blind, we had no dull moments. Check it out!!

Border Lands

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:47:03 GMT

In this week's conversation we discuss the hottest topic in Mississippi's hunting current events right now, revolving around a public duck hunting area. We also discuss the pile of action we've been having at Kudzu Bluff!

An Empty Gas Tank

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 15:45:47 GMT

Myself and Jordan are wading through our thoughts of what we can do to find success in these last few remaining days of deer season. We discuss tactics that have worked for us in late season in the past, and also talk about what we have learned from our first year of hunting at Kudzu Bluff.

Who Put The Deer On Quarantine?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 19:19:34 GMT

Brad and I are at the tail end of an archery hunt in Kansas and facing adverse conditions. We talk about deer activity, moving stands, how to deal with locked down bucks, calling tactics, and the best ways to manage time spent in the stand.

Don't Wreck The Tractor

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 03 Aug 2020 17:57:51 GMT

A lot of topics topics are covered in this weeks STL Podcast. Fishing competitions with your buddies, whether or not front-boating should be illegal, successfully popping wheelies on a tractor, and getting trail camera pictures of bucks in the pre-season are all part of this episode. As always, we're not short on good stories and laughs, so check it out!!

Persevere

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 19 May 2020 19:09:38 GMT

This podcast episode is way different than any of the one's we've ever done. It's real. It's honest, and I promise it's worth a listen. In hunting scenarios, in global pandemic scenarios, or just in life scenarios we will face hardships. What's important is how we deal with them.

Corona Gobblers

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:47:17 GMT

Lake talks with Professor Mike Chamberlain about the potential implications of the COVID-19 Pandemic on wild turkey populations, especially in the Southeast. It's no secret that all of us here love turkey hunting. So naturally, we want do our best to ensure the availability of good turkey hunting in the future.

The Turkey Roller Coaster

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:05:44 GMT

Part of what makes turkey hunting so worthy of our obsession is the extreme highs and extreme lows that it offers. There's no in between. You're either on top of a mountain after a few great hunts, or fighting frustration because you just can't seem to make it all come together. We experience an emotional turkey roller coaster this week, and are luckily still here to tell the tale. We have missed turkeys, spooked turkeys, and finally a few killed turkeys. What's most important, however, is what we can take away from all these hunts (failed hunts included) to make us more successful in the future.

Trash Ducks?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 07 Jan 2020 03:15:30 GMT

Cottonmouth in January tends to be a happening place. This year, however, is a little unorthodox. The Deer movement is at a low, but the ducks are here in high numbers. We talk about hunting plans for the rest of the month. We also dive fully into the subject of trash ducks. Where did this term come from, and why we so strongly disagree with it.

The Bucks Along The River

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 14:41:45 GMT

Jordan and I sit discuss the difference seen between deer and rutting activity between Cottonmouth and Togo Island over the past two weeks. We dissect different hunts, talk about why we haven't been seeing many deer in the food plots, the difference between a young buck tending a doe vs an old buck. Most interestingly, we talk about the ever developing effects from the flood, including one effect that might actually be a positive. Check it out!

The Southern Rut

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 18:58:00 GMT

We battled tornadoes and hail storms just to get this podcast episode out for ya'll, but that's just because we think it's worth it! Here at Cottonmouth and Togo Island, it is rut time for the deer! Brad and I discuss the struggles we've faced due to last years record flood. We also talk about some of things we did to finally find some success, as well as tactics we employ for killing bucks during the rut.

The Duck Hunter

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 14:50:23 GMT

TJ Mallette is the founder and owner of Black Duck Waterfowl in Saskatchewan, CA and Stuttgart, AR. He is also one of the most waterfowl crazed individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. So naturally, he was the perfect person to have come in and talk ducks with. We talk guiding, outfitting, the differences between hunting ducks in Canada vs. the Southeast, and several tips that could help you be more successful.

Killing Your Top Hitlist Buck

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 19:25:49 GMT

Every deer hunter has that one buck they’re after. The number one hit-lister that consumes your thoughts day after day. This week we’ll be diving into what it takes to kill that deer. Catching a mature buck slipping is no easy task, but over the years we’ve learned several tips and tricks that can help you become more successful, and give you a better chance of getting that hit list buck in range.

Bow Hunting Big Deer From Ground Blinds: The How-To Episode

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:30:44 GMT

There still seems to be a fair amount of hunters that think pursuing a top-pin archery shot at a big buck out of a ground blind is a hopeless venture. We are here to change that mind-set. After several years of experience, and several instances of having success with archery gear out of ground blinds, we want to tell you everything we do to help us be successful.

Big Deer, Small Country

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 13:42:30 GMT

One of the most common requests we get is to cover successfully managing/hunting deer on small tracts of land. Lake and our good friend, Keith Polk dive into this subject head on and discuss first hand experiences, as well as practical and easily applicable things to do to give you a better chance at success when hunting these areas.

The Good Ole Days

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:41:18 GMT

We've all heard Will's side of the story of how Primos Hunting got started. Jimmy's side of the story however, has been virtually left untold. Today, we mean to change that. We sat down with Jimmy to get all the details of how Primos Hunting grew into what it is today. From the early days of building calls in a garage, to his first experience hunting with a video camera, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

Missing Turkeys

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 20:20:05 GMT

It's time to catch up with the action that has been happening with Team Primos so far this spring. Join Wilbur, Jordan, and Lake as we talk about some of the fun hunts we've had as well as some of the lowest of lows that a turkey hunter can experience, the dreaded sight of seeing a turkey fly off after a miss!

The Future Of Turkey Hunting

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:11:33 GMT

This week are speaking with Travis Sumner of the NWTF about the future of turkey hunting as a whole. Turkey hunting is a lifestyle that is cherished by many of us, it's of the utmost importance that we do what it takes to ensure its future.

Fetch Deprived Duck Dogs and High Water Whitetails

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 13:39:12 GMT

The 2018-2019 deer and duck season is quickly coming to a close but we still have a little time left. The River is still high, meaning there is water all over the place. It's made duck hunting incredibly difficult and frustrating for the team. We discuss plans for the rest of the year to hopefully scratch out a few good duck shoots. We also talk about the brand new Kennel Up Dog Box from Primos, as well as the current deer action as well.

Slow Ducks and Rutting Bucks

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 17:35:44 GMT

December is a unique time of year in the Mississippi River bottoms. Hunters are privileged to have the option of pursuing either whitetails in the rut or waterfowl as they continue their migration south. In this episode, we discuss the latest action on Cottonmouth, trial and error duck hunts, and our plans for getting a rutting buck in range.

Everything Gun Hunting with Jimmy Primos

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 03 Dec 2018 13:24:03 GMT

One of the main reasons we started this podcast was to help others become better hunters and answer as many questions sent in as possible. It is without a doubt that the topic of gun hunting whitetails strongly holds the majority of questions we get sent in by a large margin. What caliber to shoot, what ammunition to use, scopes, shootings rests, sighting in, shot placement, are just a few of the common ones we get asked. In this conversation with Jimmy, we cover just about everything you could imagine in the realms of gun hunting. And with Jimmy being one of the most knowledgeable sources we know on the subject of guns, it's an episode you won't want to miss.

MODERN CARNIVORE WITH MARK NORQUIST

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 14:52:00 GMT

This week we sit down with the founder of Modern Carnivore, Mark Norquist. Mark’s organization takes a different approach to recruiting new hunters, and with the current state of hunter numbers in our country, it’s much needed.

THE FIGHT FOR OUR PUBLIC LANDS WITH SAM SOHOLT

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 14:29:00 GMT

If a full-sized school bus transformed into a fully functional mobile hunting camp, all to help raise awareness about our public lands doesn’t catch your attention, I don’t know what will! Sam Soholt is a very talented photographer in the hunting industry. A passionate spokesperson for our country’s public lands, and owner of the public lands bus. We sat down to talk with Sam about what motivated him to start this campaign for keeping public lands in public hands and what we all could do to help further the cause!

THE HOT STREAK

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 14:28:00 GMT

Jordan Blissett has been on a hot streak as the lucky camera man this year, filming more kills than anyone in the entire crew so far. He and Lake sit down to talk about his most recent hunts spent with Jimmy and Troy. They also talk about good setups for hunting the rut in the south and a creative way to find new spots to hunt!

CAMERA FAILS AND REDEMPTION

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 14:27:00 GMT

Brad Farris had a week full of ups and downs! Going from having to pass on one of the biggest deer he’s ever seen on Cottonmouth due to a camera malfunction to killing two great bucks on back-to-back days, it turned into a week worth hearing about!!

The Government Wants Us To Hunt More Deer

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

It's still summer. It's still hot, but we are close enough to fall hunting seasons and cooler weather that we can at least talk about it, dream about it, and report on current news that will affect the upcoming year. and yes, the government is literally asking us to hunt more deer. Check it out!

We Took Our Wives To Africa

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Believe us when we say, we just returned from the most incredible hunting trip of our lives so far- and luckily for us, we got the opportunity to take our wives! In this episode, we have a full-on discussion, debrief, and breakdown of our incredible time in Zululand hunting buffalo, kudu, Nyala, and other things, seeing sights we have never seen before and getting life experiences you simply cannot replicate anywhere else other than the dark continent! I promise this is worth a listen! Check it out!

Have questions about hunting in Africa? Reach out!

thestlpod@gmail.com

Aligators & Fighting Roosters

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:29:00 GMT

Summertime is here but do not fret, my friends, there is still plenty to get into and talk about. The Mississippi Alligator hunt draw is upon us, and unbeknownst to us, there is a fair amount of controversy around that process and the hunt itself. There was a new record set for Channel Catfish. Lastly, and the most unsettling news, there was a recent bust of a cockfighting ring in Mississippi. Wild times. Check it out!

Two Turkey Stories & A Couple Superstitions

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Welcome back to Springtime STL, where our thoughts, words, and episodes are consumed by wild turkeys. In this episode we have fresh turkey updates to share with you. Spoiler alert: They're both humdinger stories. We also talk a bit about turkey hunter superstitions. Check it out!

Crawfish, Snakes, Turkeys, and Comment Sections

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 05 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT

It's a wrap up for the final week of the MS turkey season. It's tales of giant snakes and hoards of crawfish swimming upstream like salmon. It's a brand new segment of people arguing on the internet about wildlife conservation. It's a little bit of everything. Check it out!

Running From Fire & Towards Turkeys

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Holy smokes has it really only been one week of regular season!? For some reason it feels like we are already in the thick of it. Maybe it's the warm weather, the humidity, or maybe odd acting turkeys. Whatever the reason, we have pile of stories to tell to get y'all all caught up. Check it out!

Conversations From The Blind

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT

This is unlike any other episode we have done before. We are recording an episode while we are duck hunting. Tune in as we misidentify birds, miss ducks, talk about deer updates, and more. Check it out!

The Best Is Here

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT

The whitetail rut seems to have arrived early, however Jordan has yet to capitalize on it. We took Jordan's young daughter duck hunting and had a blast, I accidentally gave my wife the scare of her life getting up to go duck hunting this past weekend, and we still are pondering when the ducks will get down here. Check it out.

Thanksgiving You All Our Mallards

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:13:00 GMT

What's the deal with land taxes, or inheritance taxes, or taxes in general really? Who or what is to blame about mallard declines in the Mississippi alluvial valley, and as always, hunt updates. Check it out!

Is Buck Hunting Easier in the Midwest?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:06:00 GMT

This episode contains stories from deer hunts during the Midwest whitetail rut in November. As well as discussions around the noticeable differences between whitetails in the southeastern U.S versus the midwest. Of course, Jordan nor I are biologists, but it makes us wonder sometimes if they are even the same subspecies of deer. Check it out!

Deer Camp Drama

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:23:28 GMT

News updates- including the alleged black bear attack in Arkansas, an interesting fact about deer antler size in Mississippi, and the roadless rule including the Ambler road project in Alaska. Most importantly a deep discussion about what causes and the complexities of deer camp drama!

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Steward Link- How To Make Wildlife Conservation Work For You

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Nick Thomas is the founder of Steward Link, an organization that makes it simple and affordable for landowners to implement high-impact conservation practices that protect and enhance our natural resources for future generations. Check it out!

Summer Podcast Series Kickoff

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 10:03:00 GMT

Turn your volume up and your thermostat down. Summer is here, and you might as well indulge your ears with the outdoors since it's too hot to go outside. Catch up with us as we discuss the prior weeks and lean in as we plan a good lineup of the summer podcast series. Check it out!

Turkey Hunting Stories To Entertain You While You Drive To The Woods

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:28:19 GMT

Holy smokes where did April go? While some states are just now seeing their kickoff of the spring season, here at home, we are in the home stretch. It's been a fun one, as they always are, but man has it been odd. This week, we've got a whole new pile of fresh turkey stories to tell, some success and some failure, but hey, that's all part of turkey hunting. check it out!

They are Still Gobbling Somewhere

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 06 May 2025 10:17:43 GMT

Hear the last spring turkey story round up of 2025 as we go through my last hard gobbling turkey hunt home in Mississippi and Jordan tells his many tales from his Midwest turkey jaunt he took with his wife Jessi. Also, hear some changes coming in the near future for the STL podcast. Check it out!

Early Season Turkey Struggles and Successes

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:30:00 GMT

We are a little over a week into the Mississippi turkey season but it feels like we have been hunting for a month. We have been far from short on action so we have a pile of stories to tell. Dave Owens' hunt on the Mississippi River, struggling to find gobbles, turkeys acting like its winter, Jordan's wife's first Mississippi Gobbler, and Lake going round and round with public land gobbler in a pine thicket. This episode has it all. Check it out.

Dave Owens : The Pinhoti Project

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:23:21 GMT

Dave Owens is a turkey hunter, a turkey call maker, owner of the popular brand and Youtube channel, the Pinhoti Project, and also the winner of the 2025 grand national turkey calling contest.

To watch Dave's hunting videos click here:

https://www.youtube.com/@pinhotiproject

How To Scout and Find Turkeys In Early Season- BONUS Turkey Story

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:46:20 GMT

If you can't find turkeys, you can't hurt turkeys. It's a plain and simple fact. In this episode we dive into different tactics, strategies, and methods we have used to consistently find and locate turkeys in the early parts of the season. Opening day will be here before you know it, so dive into this subject with us and prepare for an awesome spring! Check it out!

SPECIAL DROP: Charged By A Turkey?- Stories From The Spring Woods Series with Real Turkey Audio

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:30:00 GMT

Here at the STL Podcast we are fans of spring turkey stories of all kinds, and believe me, we have heard a lot of them. However, today's story told by our friend, Robert Aiken, is without any doubt one of the most bizarre turkey stories we have heard anyone tell. You have probably heard of grizzly bear charges and buffalo charges- but I bet you have never heard of a turkey charge. Check it out!

SPECIAL DROP- Stories From The Spring Woods Series with Real Turkey Audio- part 1

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Surprise! From now through spring we will be releasing bonus episodes featuring turkeys stories with real hunt audio. These stories will be told by us and several of our friends. This first one comes from the spring of 2021 in the midst of Montana and Idaho road trip. Check it out!

In Name Of Wild Turkey Conservation

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:04:00 GMT

In the spring of 2024, the state of Mississippi tried to introduce a statewide turkey stamp, and unfortunately failed. There are several acclaimed reasons for the stamp not being able to make it through the house and senate- more and that can be found in the links below- but what's more important today, is that the turkey stamp has another chance. House Bill 553, would establish a statewide turkey stamp that would generate funds that would be solely used for wild turkey conservation, research, and restoration projects. In this episode, we dive into more details about the turkey stamp, why & how we all should support it, as well as BIG announcement about our Turkey Season Kick-off event coming up on February 27!

To see the newly proposed Turkey stamp bill click here:

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/HB/0500-0599/HB0553IN.htm

To see the Clarion Ledger article about last years turkey stamp debacle click here:

https://www.clarionledger.com/story/sports/outdoors/2024/05/07/turkey-stamp-bill-worth-millions-of-dollars-to-ms-dies-heres-why/73554495007/

To see the Daily Leader article about last years turkey stamp debacle click here:

https://www.dailyleader.com/2024/05/04/politics-killed-turkey-stamp-bills/

Understanding Waterfowl- with MDWFP's Houston Havens - The Dig Deep Episodes #5

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:09:00 GMT

Ducks and Geese are truly one of the most unique natural resources that we as sportsmen and women have to enjoy, and that is because they are truly a shared resource. Migrating throughout the country, in an impressive fashion, and finding a way to live rent free in many of our heads, it's no secret that waterfowl hunting, waterfowl management, and the future of both is something that we care deeply about. Houston Havens has been the waterfowl program coordinator for Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks for over a decade. In this conversation, we lean into his years of experience to better understand season structuring, bag limits, waterfowl food preferences, land management for waterfowl and more. Check it out!

Flooded Timber Mallards, Duck Dogs, and Bucks In Rut

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 09:12:00 GMT

Lake and Jordan discuss the latest duck hunting escapades, as well as the allure of calling mallards into the flooded timber. They also talk about the ups and downs of a good duck dog, and rut really starting to ramp up in Mississippi.

The American Dream: Owning Your Own Hunting Land- with Thad Miller- The Dig Deep Episodes #4

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 07:39:00 GMT

Thad Miller is a native Mississippian who has spent his life with land being the center piece. In this episode, we acknowledge that it is the dream of many outdoors men and women to one day own their own piece of hunting ground, and then go into the ins and outs of what that means, what it takes to achieve it, and how the land market has changed significantly over the past years. Check it out!

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Two Whitetail Bucks In Two Days

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:30:00 GMT

Jordan recently returned from a two-state deer hunting trip to Missouri and Kansas where he managed to kill two bucks in back-to-back days!! crazy, right!? Believe me, we know he should be buying some lottery tickets. We go into that hunting story in great detail, as well as a habitat segment about waterfowl land management, and an internet argument segment about hunters getting angry when asked to kill more deer. Check it out!

Corporal Bradley Starling: Finding Three Missing Children- MDWFP K-9 Unit

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:34:16 GMT

Corporal Bradley Starling is an MDWFP (Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries & Parks) officer and is part of their K-9 unit. Back in July, He and his K-9, Charlie were able to successfully track and safely recover three young children that had gone missing in Monroe county, Mississippi. Both of them were later awarded a medal of valor for their efforts.

Planting Food Plots

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:03:00 GMT

Food plot are consistently one of the hottest topics in the whitetail hunting world. What do I plant? When do I plant? How do I plant? These are just a few of the hundreds of questions that come along with the subject. This week, we take the subject and dissect it from one end to the other, in attempts to leave no stone unturned.

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All That Panic Over A Target

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 06:01:00 GMT

Archery season is virtually here, and it's past time to start getting ready. I think all of us that bow hunt can agree that getting out and shooting your bow is one of the most fun and necessary things to do to get prepared. that is, unless you have target panic. This summer, I had the worst flair up of target panic that I have ever had in my life. It got so bad that I even had thoughts of canceling some upcoming hunts. Thankfully, I was able to find the resources necessary to conquer it. Shot IQ with Joel Turner is the real deal, trust me on that one. We also dive into some practice tips and routines, general bow setups, and situations you can run into while elk or deer hunting.

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A Long Lost Game Bird: Quail in the Southeast Part 1

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:31:00 GMT

For the next few weeks we are going to be discussing a single subject in a more in depth manner than we have ever done in the history of this podcast.but First, let me pose a few questions that may make you think. Right now, while your listening to this podcast, whether you’re in driving down the road, sitting at your desk, got your headphones on at the gym- wherever you are- take a second to think about your favorite game species- this could be your favorite animal to hunt, your favorite animal to encounter in the woods, whatever. think about that animal and then think about why that animal is your favorite.

Maybe you had a really memorable bow hunt for a whitetail buck that just has always stuck with you. Maybe it was duck hunt on picture perfect day with good buddies, and number of ducks that came in matched the amount of laughs and stories that were shared in the blind that day. Maybe It was your first turkey hunt with your dad. Whatever that reason may be, I think we could all agree, as outdoors men and women that the animals we pursue mean something to us. something that transcends a single hunt for that animal. They mean so much to us that we form conservation organizations around them to ensure they’re preservation. We hang pictures of them in our house. We talk about them nonstop with our friends. and historically, hunter’s and anglers go above and beyond to protect these animals and the places they live by prettty much whatever means neccessary. That’s why, I was hit with a strong dillemma back in 2016. A good friend of mine introduced to me to upland bird hunting. I’ll never forget the first time I saw a pointing dog lock up on covey quail, followed up a flush of what was at least a dozen birds that were all but under my feet. After the shotgun blasts and the retrieval of the birds, I stood there in awe and completely hooked by this new type of hunting. Imagine the dissapointment when I realized that at one point, we had a huge population of quail at home in southeast. It was right around that time my wheels started to spin. where did all of them go? How many quail were there actually? Can we get them back? That’s where we pick up today.

Restoring A Native Species- The Black Bear Program

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 10:48:00 GMT

We talk with Anthony Ballard, the Black Bear Program Coordinator in the state of Mississippi about the status of black bears in the state. We learn about the history of black bears in the state, their general life cycle and ecology, and also what types of research has been done along with what is currently ongoing. In this episode we try to tackle everything that's associated with black bears- the good, the bad, and the ugly. The hope is that if you listen to this episode from start to finish, you will be left with a better understanding and appreciation of the animal, as well as an understanding to why it's so important that we continue to work hard to restore them.

My Brother’s First Turkey Story

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:21:45 GMT

In this episode I sit down with my older brother, Brett Pickle, to talk about his very recent, first successful, turkey hunt. Even though the hunt itself happened quick, this has been well over three years in the making. Check it out!

New Roads, Food Plots, and Trail Cameras with Brad Farris

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:15:00 GMT

We are into November, A cold front is moving in, and we finally have enough rain in the forecast to justify planting food plots. This episode is all about plotting, planning, strategizing, and taking what was learned in the first year of hunting a new place and adjusting for this deer season that is upon us now.

That time the hens charged a coyote

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 23:36:43 GMT

Let's catch up on the action of spring turkey season so far. We've had hens charging at a coyote, very cooperative osceola gobblers, a bonafide sneak hunt, participating in turkey research projects, and more!

Logan Stark- The Triple 7 Project

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 08:54:47 GMT

Logan Stark is the Producer of Content at Black Rifle Coffee Company and is in charge of the creation and dissemination of social media content. He served in the United States Marine Corps as a Scout Sniper. He went on to multiple deployments, including serving in Afghanistan. Logan is going to be part of a project called, Triple 7, which is a 7-day journey across 7 continents to raise funds in support of the children of special operations soldiers who gave their lives on the battlefield and our combat veterans who have been severely wounded or require transition assistance. To donate to the cause visit triple7.givesmart.com

A Near Elk Experience

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:41:16 GMT

Garrett Grey is a Primos Hunting employee of over seven years. Having Focussed his time on product development and management, he and Lake sit down to discuss his latest trip to elk country with the Primos team to see how some of these new calls work in the field. They also discuss what it's like hunting with the team for the first time, the intricacies of setting up for an archery elk shot, packing out elk, wind frustrations, and a whole lot more. Check it out!

The Most Wonderful Time of Year

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 21:40:10 GMT

Brad and Lake discuss their last week and half spent in the mountains of New Mexico. It has been an action packed time to say the least. We talk about the different phases of the elk rut and how that changes your strategy, choosing which shot angle to take, pack outs, water holes, and much more!

The Good, The Bad, and The Whitetails

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

William McKinley is the deer program coordinator for the state of Mississippi. We discuss the upcoming velvet season in great detail. The reasoning they had for instating it, The current state of baiting and CWD, and much more. check it out!

Water

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

There are so many things going on in the world today that impact hunting, fishing, conservation, and really the natural world as we know it. Today we discuss alligator hunting seasons, the Pearl River hitting flood stage, the massive amount of land loss due to climate change in coastal Louisiana, and a whole lot more. We also discuss two key areas to focus your efforts on before deer season opens up in the southeast.

Rain Delay

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 19:33:59 GMT

We are in the last bit of the Mississippi turkey season. In today's conversation we catch up on the highs and lows of what's been happening since the last episode. This includes Iowa gobblers in the wind, lack of gobbles in Arkansas, silence at Kudzu, and a whole lot more. Check it out!

Who Taught You How To Turkey Hunt?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:31:11 GMT

TURKEYS!!! It's time to talk about them, it's time to spend all your waking hours thinking about them, and thank the good Lord above its almost time to start hunting them. Jordan and I will be discussing a topic we asked y'all to weigh in on last week. Who taught you how to hunt? What was your first turkey hunt like? How did you learn? How did you become better? This conversation is filled with old stories and treasured memories of strutting and gobbling turkeys that you won't want to miss!

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The Lining Is Silver And Icy

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 17:45:12 GMT

There's a lot that goes into the last week of January. It's the end of deer season. It's the end of duck season. Heck, it's even the beginning of when the general masses of the hunting community deem it acceptable to start talking about gobbling turkeys. That being said, there is obviously much to talk about, the first of which being an awesome and unique spot and stalk hunt Brad and I had on a big Kudzu Bluff 6 point last week. We also cover a couple of duck hunts, fighting ice, keeping dogs safe, and our plans for this last week.

Don't forget We will be LIVE at Rick's in Starkville, February 23, 2022.

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Four Dogs In A Duck Hole

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 17:59:43 GMT

Big Announcement! We will be holding our first LIVE event podcast and Q&A at Rick's in Starkville, MS on February 23, 2022!! So come join in and talk turkey hunting with us! In other news, this week we reached way back in the story archives to tell the story of the time we thought it was a good idea to bring four dogs with us on a single morning duck hunt! We also speak about our duck hunting plans in the near future, the upcoming deer week at Kudzu, and much more! Check it out!

A Kudzu Christmas

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:06:48 GMT

In this week before Christmas at Kudzu Bluff our confidence and hopes are coming to an absolute peak. The weather looks great, the time of year looks even better, and we can't wait to see what this week's time in the woods has in store. We also cover last week's hunting actions which includes, trimming a buck deer's belly hair, and Slade killing a great buck!

Baker Leavitt- Black Rifle Coffee Company

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 15:53:38 GMT

Baker Leavitt is the Hunting Community Manager for Black Rifle Coffee Company, a veteran owned and operated company based out of the United States. He is also an well traveled and well versed hunter, and has been for over 20 years. In this conversation, we cover topics all over the spectrum: the mean girls of the hunting community, building successful business from the ground up, taking your mother hunting, and so much more.

A Time To Call

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 09:00:00 GMT

We recorded this in the middle of preparing for our upcoming trip to Southeast Iowa. It's no secret to any deer hunter that area of the country is known for intense rut activity, calling deer, and most everything else a bow hunter could dream of. We decided to talk a little a bit about Jordan's excitement for a tag he's waited 5 years to draw, as well as dive into subjects that we tend to get questions about a lot. timing your calling, what sounds to make and when, why we decide to call certain ways. We also dive into what we think are some of the most common misconceptions about calling in deer.

Stamp It Forward: with Sam Soholt

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 15:40:55 GMT

Sam Soholt is a hunter and all around outdoorsman known mostly for his extensive work in promoting conservation of wildlife, wildlife habitat, and several reputable conservation organizations. In this episode, we talk about his most current program, Stamp It Forward, designed to spread awareness about the Federal Duck Stamp and raise money for waterfowl and wetland conservation as well. Sam always makes for a fun conversation so don't miss it!

Playing The Hand You‘re Dealt

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:57:55 GMT

We are wide open at Kudzu Bluff. This week, the main agenda is to get seed in the ground for all of our food plots, and hopefully slip a few afternoon hunts in throughout the week! Today's conversation includes an embarrassment story, old fishing tales, jon boats on the verge of sinking, Killing a buck 1/2 a mile away from where we were supposed to, and the ever hot topic of how important inches of antlers truly is.

Shade Tree Mechanics

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 19:10:57 GMT

We are back after our first full week back at Kudzu Bluff, and it was all about focussing on the small victories (emphasis on small). We learned that we aren't very good mechanics, and that a can of WD40 is worth its weight in gold. We also touch on why we left Cottonmouth, the dangers of handling a skunk indoors, why wrenches are so hard to keep up with, and much more. Check it out!!

The Right Bow For The Job

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 18:08:13 GMT

The days of killing time in the summer and dreaming of fall is officially over. August is here and we are looking at Fall right in the face. One of the top requests we always receive for episode topics is bow set up. So this week, Jordan and talk about our particular bow setups and the why for all of it. We also spend sometime focusing specifically on elk hunting preparation. Subjects covered include; bows, arrows, spine, arrow weight, broad heads, draw weight, sight selection, pin numbers, judging yardages, setting up for a shot, practice specifics, and much more. Check it out!!

A Midwestern Giant- with Chip Henderson

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:45:32 GMT

Chip Henderson is the senior pastor of Pinelake church, an avid bowhunter, and most importantly, a father. He shares the story of his son, Regan, killing an absolutely giant buck with his bow. Most importantly, he shares how Regan's journey to becoming a bow hunter began, and the significance it had in their relationship as father and son.

Embarrassment: Part 2

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 21:55:07 GMT

We decided to revisit one of our most popular podcast topics from last year! This whole episode is based around the funniest and craziest things that happen within the Primos Hunting crew that you've never heard about before. One thing is for sure, you won't be short a laugh! This is Embarrassment: Part 2! What we want from you is for you to send us your best stories from the field! Starting next week we'll start sharing user submitted stories every week! Please submit all of them to primoshuntingpodcast@gmail.com

A Real Smoke Show

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 03 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT

This episode is bittersweet. We discuss the ending of the Mississippi turkeys season, as well as our latest trip to Iowa. The midwest has becoming a team favorite in the past few years. The amount of turkeys we're able to see and hear is nothing short of remarkable. This year's trip came with a little bit of twist, with Jordan drawing a muzzleloading shotgun tag. As always, a huge thanks to our friend Tommy Nails with Whiskey Ridge Hunts for putting up with us and giving us a great time!

Yelp Some, Miss Most

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 18:47:55 GMT

Fewer things in this world are known to make a turkey hunters' skin crawl worse than the thought of missing a turkey. If the thought of that scares you, just imagine missing two, in back-to-back days. In this episode we hear the sad, but funny story of how I managed to do all of this missing. Despite the subpar marksmanship, there are still a few things to learn in what it took to get both of them into range.

Set It On Fire

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 21:02:15 GMT

Prescribed fire has been a known management tool for wild turkeys. In this episode, joined by expert on the subject, Marcus Lashley. we take a deep dive into this topic; covering the benefits, timing, and even the breaking of some old beliefs that may not be true.

Opening Day of Turkey Season 2021

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 20:40:21 GMT

This is about as much live action updates as you can get without doing a full live-streamed podcast. Today is Monday, March 15, 2021; opening day of spring turkey season in MS. This morning Jordan, Dave Owens, and myself headed out and made a morning hunt with plans of recording a podcast about it right after, and thats exactly what we did. We discuss the action that took place, things to learn from that turkey encounter that can apply to most all early-season hunting, and end the conversation with our favorite hunting story from last week's South Florida trip!

What's In Our Turkey Vest? - Turkey Gear Breakdown 2021

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT

I don't think there is a piece of hunting clothing that gets more thought out and loaded-down, than a turkey vest. Every turkey hunter is different. Every turkey hunter seems to have that one thing that they just cannot go into the turkey woods without, but one way or the other, every single one of those vest pockets tends to end up filled. So the question is, what do you carry? We break down all of our turkey gear that we walk into the woods with; calls, binoculars, snacks, decoys, and everything in between.

Swappin' Turkey Stories- with Spring Legion

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 13:24:35 GMT

Hunter Farrior and Austin Sills are turkey hunters in every sense of the term, they are Mississippi natives, and they are also the two men behind Spring Legion. This conversation takes us all over the topic board; First turkey memories, what it means to catch the turkey hunting bug, the college years of hunting turkeys, working up the courage to mention one of our favorite public land spots, whether or not using a decoy makes you a lesser hunter, this conversation had it all. Check it out!

The End Is Near

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:49:10 GMT

Troy and I found ourselves sitting inside the Kudzu Bluff camp house watching the rain and discussing the final week of the 2020/2021 deer season. Lessons learned, questions asked, and the little planning we have left to do for these final few days to be spent in tree stands and Double Bulls. We might have even slipped an old turkey story or two in there because we can't help but be thinking about spring already.

Spring Turkey Kickoff 2021

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 22:30:43 GMT

The time to talk turkey hunting is officially here! Jordan and I wanted to kickoff this years turkey episodes in style, and bring y'all some interesting topics right out the gate. We talk about our biggest takeaways from last spring, some of our plans for the upcoming season, and a small glimpse into some upcoming podcast episodes I think y'all will be VERY happy about!

2020 Deer Rut Election Day Special

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 19:16:07 GMT

Lake and Jordan discuss the upcoming trip to Kansas in high hopes of the team landing themselves right in the smack-dab middle of the infamous Midwest rut. They discuss rut timing, grunt calls, using the can, rattling bucks into bow range, proper stand setups for calling, and much more. Also discussed, is the current happenings at the new camp, Kudzu bluff! Check it out!

Ted Nugent

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 15:08:11 GMT

Ted Nugent is not only one of the most notable faces in the hunting community, he is also one of the most passionate and driven individuals when it comes to the subject of protecting hunting rights and the values our country was founded on. In this episode, we talk about EVERYTHING; bow hunting, Fred Bear, controversial game laws, the riots going on, finding solace and release in the woods, and much more. I can promise you that this is an episode you'll want to lean into. Check it out!

I Found A New Deer Hunting Spot. Don't Tell Anybody.

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 15:11:53 GMT

Dove Season is this upcoming weekend. Bow season for whitetails is right at a month away. We are so close to fall hunting season in the South being in full-swing that it's hard to contain our excitement. We talk about dove fields, finding new hunting spots, pre-season scouting, indicators that the spot you found is good or bad, Red Lobster biscuits, and much more. Check it out!

Surviving A Gun Shot

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 13:46:57 GMT

Matt Branch is a family man, a form LSU football player, an avid outdoorsman, and a survivor of a nearly fatal gunshot wound that happened accidentally while duck hunting. This is podcast is a story about gun safety, but its mainly a story about survival, determination, and perseverance. There's a whole lot to learn in Matt's story about how to respond to adversity.

Jordan's Turkey Palooza

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 May 2020 17:08:11 GMT

Jordan left us in kansas to go on a week-long turkey binge! We catch back up with him this week to see what all he managed to get himself into, and what he learned along the way!

Mississippi Turkey Opener

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:43:08 GMT

The latter half of our trip to South Florida turned out to be just as productive as the first half! We then headed back west to our home state of Mississippi, just in time for the season opener! In this episode, we talk about some of things we do to find success in the earliest points of the season.

How To Not Spook Turkeys

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:05:25 GMT

To a turkey hunter, there's fewer things worse than spooking a turkey. It can make you lose sleep at night. It can make you question everything you thought you knew and lose confidence in the woods. On this week's episode, we dive into the sore subject of spooking long beards. We discuss common mistakes and scenarios, share old stories, and most importantly, we discuss ways to keep this from happening.

Can You Make Him Gobble?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 15:27:34 GMT

turkey calls, coyote howlers, owl hooters, peacocks, pileated woodpeckers, such and so on. There are a million different sounds that have made claim to being able to make a turkey gobble. In this episode we talk about new calls and gear that we are excited to have out this spring. We also talk about the NWTF convention coming up at the end of this week!! Join us!

Let Your Mind Drift To Gobbling Turkeys

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:50:37 GMT

Deer season is officially over for us, so we have officially shifted gears towards spring turkey hunting. Join us for this episode as we relive past hunts, talk about plans for this spring, the upcoming NWTF convention, favorite regions for hunting turkeys, and how excited we are to finally be getting back to chasing gobbling turkeys!

I Hope You've Got Your Hip Boots On

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:27:24 GMT

Despite how much we had all hoped for a good river year, once again the mighty Mississippi River is on the rise. So far at Cottonmouth we have pretty much lost all of our property in LA, the MS portion is cutoff unless you use a boat, and we are days away from the season shutting down in Arkansas. We have one afternoon left to hunt before we have to pack up and head to higher ground. Join us as we talk about the daily struggles of high water and also answer some questions sent in by listeners.

Janis Putelis: Sweat Equity Elk Calling

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 14:41:10 GMT

Janis Putelis from the popular series, MeatEater, is no stranger to elk hunting. A number of years spent in elk country during the rut, and his vast experiences on hunting them in different places has given him great incite on how to tackle any hunting scenario from start to finish. Join us this week as we discuss grizzly attacks, old hunting stories, scouting methods, magic elk circles, and working up a sweat from calling elk. This an episode you don't want to miss.

The Hog Problem

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 16:38:09 GMT

Wild hogs are among the most prolific invasive species in America's history. They cause millions of dollars worth of damage every single year, and the problem doesn't seem to be subsiding. We talking MDWFP nuisance species biologist, Anthony Ballard, to discuss the origins of the problem, as well solutions for controlling them.

The Great Flood of Mississippi

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 23:30:11 GMT

Mississippi is currently enduring the worst flood it has ever seen. We're talking hundreds of thousands of acres under water. There has been significant numbers of wildlife killed. There are still several numbers of wildlife displaced. Peoples' homes and property completely submerged and damaged by the water, and farmers put out of work. It's a disaster. So we are talking with our good friend Carter Mascagni from Habco who has witnessed this first hand, and can tell us what we can do to help, but most importantly share the stories of the people who live there.

The Hunter Chef

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 14:34:45 GMT

The feeling of making a meal out of something you hunted yourself is unlike any other. Our guest this week, Michael Hunter, has built his life around that very feeling. We talk hunting, fishing, wild foraging, hunting in Canada vs hunting in the south, and top it all of with a very interesting story of how Michael had to deal with some problems from animal rights activists.

Where There's Smoke, There's Fuego: A Story of Redemption

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 13:47:04 GMT

This isn’t just a story for upland hunters, or dog owners. It’s about tragedy, perseverance, motivation and passion. Anthony Ferro joins us this week to talk about his love of the uplands, and the story which has led him across the country hunting birds. He explains the basis of Fetching Feathers, the tragic story about losing his two dogs Gnarli and Radar in a house fire, and how he has persevered from it. Anthony also gives us a run down on his two new dogs, aptly named Smoke and Fuego, along with what he has in store for the fall. Stay tuned, you won’t want to miss this episode!

Sticks and Strings

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 13:37:42 GMT

Archery is one of those topics that you can never stop learning about, and with turkey season coming to a close, it seems like all of our minds immediately shift to bow hunting. That's why we brought in our good friend Tim Gillingham, one of the top 5 archers in the world. In this episode we cover a large spread of topics, including some commonly asked questions that you guys send in, such as choosing an arrow, broad head selection, fixed blade vs mechanical, bow tuning, etc. If you have any interest in archery, this is the podcast episode for you!

The Light At The End of The Turkey Tunnel

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 May 2019 14:04:30 GMT

In this episode, Jordan, Lake, and Troy discuss everything about this past spring season. The good, the bad, and the ugly. What we learned, mistakes we made, new tricks, and the question many have been asking about the turkey population. It has been a springs of several ups and downs but it has never had a dull moment!

From Field To Plate: Gobbling Turkey Edition

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 14:27:28 GMT

Wild game chef, Jeremiah Doughty has never ceased to bring us a good podcast episode, and this time is no exception. With Spring being just around the corner, gobbling turkeys are the topic of conversation. Hunting them, chasing them, and especially cooking them are among our favorite things to do. So join in on this conversation and see what you can learn!! I can promise you, there's never a dull moment!

The Hunting Public Deer Tour 2018 with Aaron Warbritton

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 13:16:39 GMT

The Hunting Public has had an incredible deer tour so far! Covering ground all over the country, and killing some truly great deer! Aaron is one of the best in the world when it comes to explaining the process he and team go through when they tackle the challenge of finding new areas to hunt! He also explains some of the specific tactics they use for getting on bucks during the rut! Without a doubt, one of the things that makes watching The Hunting Public so exciting is that they are not afraid to get aggressive, and in this episode we get a behind the scenes take on how they go about doing that.

Sweet November: How To Call Deer

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 17:22:55 GMT

The Rut is here in most of the country!! Lake and Brad sit down to discuss everything that goes into calling bucks into range! how to use different calls, timing, agressiveness, your set up, are some the main points we hit on. Check it out!

BOWS, ARROWS, AND EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 14:59:00 GMT

Lake, Troy, and Jordan go over the questions you, the listeners, asked about archery and bow hunting. Each of their different bow setups, arrows, broad heads, draw-length, sights, etc., and just about everything you could think of when it comes to taking a bow to the woods.

HIGH-PRESSURED DEER AND TRAIL CAMERA OBSESSIONS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode we discuss the current whitetail conditions at Cottonmouth, obsessive trail camera checking (how much is too much?), how deer respond to human pressure in the woods, and strategies for hunting deer on foods plots in comparison to hunting them in the woods on natural food sources.

COREY ‘OVERTIME’ ANDERSON

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 14:57:00 GMT

Corey Anderson is a highly ranked UFC fighter from the Midwest that grew up in a hunting and fishing family. In this episode we talk about Corey’s beginnings in hunting, the comical things that happen on first bow hunting trips, and how he balances his hunting time with his busy fighting career.

BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS AND ANGLERS WITH LAND TAWNEY

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:56:00 GMT

Backcountry Hunters and Anglers is an organization at the forefront of protecting our public lands. On this episode, we talk with BHA CEO, Land Tawney about the current issues surrounding and threatening our public lands, as well as why it’s important for you to get involved, educated, and active.

KILLER ELK CALLING AND SETUP TIPS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 04 Sep 2018 14:55:00 GMT

With September finally arriving, there is no better time to go in depth on some of the things we’ve learned over the years to make able to consistently call bulls in. We talk about calling strategies, aggressiveness, setups, times of the season, and much more! Check it out!

THE EVOLUTION OF DEER MANAGEMENT WITH LINDSAY THOMAS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:54:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk with Lindsay Thomas of the QDMA about the role that quality deer management has played in the current state of our deer herds and how the mindset of hunters has changed over the years. We also talk about ways that anyone could implement QDM practices on their property.

OMAR ‘CRISPY’ AVILA

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:53:00 GMT

This week we had the pleasure to talk with Omar ‘CRISPY’ Avila. If you haven’t heard of CRISPY, you should. He is one of the most positive and inspirational people out there. From his stories of his time spent in the service, to his journey to becoming a passionate bow hunter, this was hands-down one of our favorite conversations we’ve ever had on the show.

JASON CHAFFETZ

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 14:52:00 GMT

Jason Chaffetz served as a representative for Utah’s 3rd congressional district from 2009 until 2017, and now serves as a contributor to FOX News network. In this episode, we talk about some of the public lands issues and questions currently circulating throughout our country, as well as Jason’s background in hunting and conservation.

TRAVIS HAPA BROWNE

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 14:49:00 GMT

Travis Browne is a former UFC heavyweight contender and an avid outdoorsman and bow hunter. In this episode, Lake and Travis talk about his unique path that he took to becoming the hunter that he is today.

MICHAEL HUNSUCKER OF HEARTLAND BOWHUNTER

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 14:50:00 GMT

Michael Hunsucker is the Co-host on the very popular Outdoor Channel show, Heartland Bowhunter. In this episode, we talk with Michael about his recent trip to Kodiak, where he bowhunted brown bear for several days until finally getting one in to 12 yards!!! You don’t want to miss this story!

FROM FIELD TO FORK : A NEW WAVE OF HUNTERS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 18 Jun 2018 14:46:00 GMT

This week we talk with Hank Forester of the QDMA and Charles Evans of the Georgia Wildlife Federation who are behind one of the most successful hunter recruitment programs going on right now called Field to Fork. It’s a program that involves introducing individuals to hunting with a strong emphasis on the meat that it provides. We learn the origins of the program, and why it has been so successful.

MOUNTAIN LIONS AND TURKEY STRUGGLES

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 08 May 2018 14:42:00 GMT

It has been said all across the country this spring, “It’s been a weird year.” In this episode we share our thoughts on why we think the season may have been a little different than normal for you, and maybe a little more difficult. We can talk from experience because we’ve faced the same struggles ourselves! We also talk about a CLOSE encounter with a New Mexico mountain lion that decided 60 yards from our campsite was a good place to be!

CONSISTENTLY KILLING TURKEYS ON PUBLIC LAND

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 14:41:00 GMT

For many turkey hunters, private land is not always readily available. That leaves us with the task of chasing gobblers on public lands. While this can be challenging, it can be one of the most rewarding and enjoyable hunting experiences you could ever have. Join us on this episode as Lake talks with accomplished public land hunter, Josh Thrash, on several things you can do to up your chances on the public forests!

THE SECRETS OF TURKEY MOUTH CALLING

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 14:37:00 GMT

In turkey hunting, calling is undoubtedly the one thing hunters obsess over the most, especially mouth calling. Kevin Matthews and Troy Ruiz are two of the most talented individuals in the mouth calling world, in terms of building and using them. In this episode, Lake, Troy, and Kevin discuss the ins and outs of mouth calls, how to use them, make the most turkey-like sounds with them, and how to apply them to our times in the spring woods.

RELIVING THE TRUTH 1 WITH WILL PRIMOS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 14:34:00 GMT

In this podcast we go back to the roots of Primos Hunting, to the hunt and video that started it all. Lake sits down with Will to hear him reminisce on those times, as well as his thoughts on conservation, and how important it is to him to pass on that love for the outdoors to others.

GEARING UP FOR GOBBLING TURKEYS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 14:35:00 GMT

Chasing hard gobbling turkeys is not far from being here! Lake, Jordan, and Troy sit down to go over several questions sent in from listeners and talk about the 2018 NWTF Convention!

CATCHING UP WITH MOSSY OAK'S CUZ STRICKLAND

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 14:12:00 GMT

Cuz has been dear friend of Primos since the very beginning! This year, he tagged along with us for an elk rifle hunt in New Mexico. While in camp, we got to sit down for a few minutes with him to share a few old stories, talk about his elk hunt, and hear his views on the future of hunting.

ELK 2017 WRAP-UP

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 14:01:00 GMT

For those of us who love chasing Elk, September is sacred. The 2017 season was one to remember, from Will’s largest bull, to Lake’s first elk with a bow. We talk about the good, bad and ugly while explaining what made us successful!

Bonus: Lacey the Nyala Hunter

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

In this special bonus episode we will dive into the untold hunting story of Lacey's Nyala from our recent safari in Zululand. If you can't tell, we have become completely obsessed with African wildlife, African wilderness, and African hunting. Frankly, we think you should be too. We hope you enjoy it. Check it out!

Urban Goose Massacres, New Public Land, Record Breaking Bluegill

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:07:59 GMT

It may be the doldrums of a long, hot summer but there is still plenty going on in the world of wildlife. For instance: they culled hundreds of urban geese in Alabama for a disgruntled HOA, Mississippi has new public land, a man in Georgia broke a blue gill record, and what are supposed to think of data centers? check it out!

Lousiana Land Grab

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 19 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT

They are trying to sell-off 140,000 acres of national forest in Louisiana. A highly controversial candidate just got confirmed to be the new director for the bureau of land management. We've got fresh turkey stories!! Check it out!

Radio Controlled Killer Bears

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Don't drain the duck factory! Some crazy folks are trying to drain tile some VERY crucial nesting grounds for our waterfowl! That's the top news of this episode and if you care about ducks and wetlands, you must submit a comment by this Friday, August 7. Also, there are folks out there that believe there are radio-controlled killer bears. That's not a joke. I mean, it is a joke, but it's not a joke that some people think that. Lastly, we discuss the ongoing Arkabutla Lake controversy. Check it out!

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TURKEY HUNTING LEGEND BOB WALKER

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 14:36:00 GMT

Bob Walker is among the elite few in the country when it comes to turkey hunting knowledge and experience. As a veteran guide at the legendary Bent Creek Lodge and a well-known face on Mossy Oak TV, Bob has the kind of incite that a turkey hunter at any stage in the game could benefit from. Tune in as Lake, Jordan, and Bob sit down to talk some serious turkey hunting.

Gobblers Love Old Churches

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:53:30 GMT

Man, oh man do we have a jam-packed episode for y'all today! We have turkey season updates, we have laws that effect how close you can hunt to a church on the Sabbath, we have some current turkey hunting stories from just a few days ago, and we have some pretty interesting news! This one does not disappoint so check it out!

Making a Turkey Property- with Logan Cooke

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Logan Cooke is a punter for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He is also one of the most passionate landowners and turkey hunters you could ever hope to come across. In this episode, Jordan and logan talk about both. Check it out!

Is Turkey Hunting Joyful Or Stressful?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Ladies and gentlemen, we are officially in the throws of it. Regular turkey spring turkey season is Mississippi is officially here, and from here on out until some dreaded time in May, you can expect some form of turkey talk on this here podcast every week! On this episode we have some stories to tell and action to catch you up on! We've got an action packed ending to youth season, a first time experience in the turkey woods, and a hunt that almost went perfect until it didn't. Check it out!

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Turkeys & Tractors

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Today on this very special episode of STL we are joined by TJ and Greg of Ag Up Equipment. As we record from their office in Flora, Mississippi, we discuss finding the right tractor for the job, Jordan's prescribed fire that almost got out of hand, and some good old fashioned turkey hunting stories. Check it out!

hunting on sitcoms, and wild news

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:02:00 GMT

This week we discuss how and why hunting and fishing always gets portrayed so poorly and inaccurately on mainstream TV shows. Also some news updates on people using AI to get hunting info, another lightning caused hunting casualty, and pogie boats in the gulf. Check it out!

And So It Begins

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:05:37 GMT

This is about as live action of a podcast as we can ever manage to do! In this episode you will hear about Lake's kerfuffle on a national news network, a stellar and icy ending to duck season- AND GET READY we are coming in hot with the first spring turkey story of the year! Check it out!

The Ultimate Freezer Queen

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:20:00 GMT

Lake recounts his New Mexico elk hunt. Jordan tells stories of choir practice and getting winded by doe deer. Both go back and forth about their level of optimism surrounding the upcoming Mississippi duck season and the remainder of the deer season. Check it out!

2020 Osceolas

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 10:13:14 GMT

The turkey pre-season talk is over. It's time to hunt! This podcast is coming to you straight from the swamps and palmetto flats of South Florida! We are two days into our Osceola turkey season, and believe when I say that we have some fun stories to share with you! As always, we cover every detail of what makes hunt, as well as go over what worked and what didn't. These two days of turkey hunting have been action packed so we are excited to share them with you! We also talk about a new online video series from Primos that will be kicking off this spring.

The Ice Storm

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT

In this episode Jordan & Lake discuss the ice storm that has just recently hit the U.S South, Jordan's dad, Duck hunting updates, and Facebook disputes about deer hunting. Check it out!

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Logging Production in the South with Keith Polk

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:01:00 GMT

One this episode Jordan talks with our friend, Keith polk and discusses the challenges of Logging in the south. Keith, also tells some great stories about time in the woods hunting!

A Whole Lot Of Turkey Stories To Tell

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:03:00 GMT

We're back!! And man, do we have a lot of catching up to do! The latter half of March and the first part of April was jam packed with action from the spring woods! You can hear the good the bad and the ugly of all of it! We have stories of turkeys flying from tree to tree, arguments while turkeys are inside of gun range, misses, and more. Check it out!

BONUS TURKEY STORIES- Shot By Another Hunter

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Welcome to the first turkey story bonus drop of 2026! This is one unlike any other we have had told on this show before! Check it out!

Mark Kenyon- The Hunt For The Wide 9

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:34:21 GMT

If you are a whitetail hunter, and especially if you are a whitetail hunter that has ever spent a deer season going after a specific target deer, you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode. Mark Kenyon is a writer, host of the Wired To Hunt podcast, and part of the MeatEater crew, and in this episode we dive into his hunt for a deer that he referred to as the wide 9. It's quite the story. check it out!

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Driving Towards The Whitetail Rut

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:30:00 GMT

November is officially here. In this episode Jordan and I talk about my most recent trip to South Dakota with Greg from the Hunting Public, and also my wife and her parents. We also talk about Jordan's Midwest deer road trip, as he is rolling out this week to hunt both in Missouri and Kansas. We also introduce a new segment called, Lake Reads Internet Arguments About Wildlife Conservation. It should be a funny one to do from week-to-week. We also discuss that latest Dig Deep episode!

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Native Habitats & Regenerative Farms- The Dig Deep Episodes #3

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:28:00 GMT

So, before we dive into this one, lets set the stage. In the aftermath of the chaotic year of 2020, We started to see a lot of residual impacts and new buzz words coming out regenerative farming sustainable agriculture factory farming is bad. orgranic grown is the way to go. What does cage free even mean? we also saw a revived movement in supporting local farms and businesses. Here’s the thing, I know enough to know that these topics are important- land conservation and soil and water quality, not to mention the foods that most of us consume. I know everyone on this podcast are fans of wildgame, myself included, but I also know virtually none of live off of nothing but wild game 24/7, and not to mention that regenerative term is starting get thrown around in wildlife management circles as well So the real question is, is the hype is real?- I’m no farmer, I’ve never raised livestock so in efforts for all of us to get to the bottom of this I’ve called in subject experts- To my surprise, in doing research for this particular podcast episode I learned of two regenerative farms right here in my home state of Mississippi. Home Place Pastures- a grass fed beef and pork opperation in Como, Mississippi and Riley Family Farms a pasture poultry farm in Holly springs,MS and lastly, we'll talk to Kyle Lybarger of the Native Habitat Project Between these 3 guests we’re going to find out once and for all what regenerative farming and native habitats really mean, and why it’s so important for conservation, wildlife, and our every day lives. More on Home Place Pastures: https://homeplacepastures.com/ More on Riley Family Farms: https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/ More on Native Habitat Project: https://www.nativehabitatproject.com/

How To Manage A Property For Turkeys- with Brad Farris and Chipper Gibbes

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 19:39:05 GMT

One of the most common requested topics that we get is how to manage a property for turkeys. What can you practically do to make a place hold more turkeys, to have better turkey hunting opportunities? I sat down with Brad Farris and Chipper Gibbes who both have had endless amounts of first-hand experience with this very subject. We cover everything from habitat improvement, food plot planting, hunting practices, and much more. This podcast is applicable to the hunter that owns or leases a small piece of ground, all the way to someone who may own thousands of acres. No matter how much property you have or have access to, there are things you can do to make it better for wild turkeys.

ERIC DINGER OF POWDERHOOK

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 14:45:00 GMT

Eric Dinger is the founder and CEO of Powderhook, an organization with the mission of making hunting and fishing accessible for all. In this episode, Lake talks with Eric about the current state of hunting and fishing in our country and what Powderhook and others are doing to help ensure than hunting, fishing, and conservation will still be around in the future.

A Preliminary Quail Conversation- with Dr. Craig Harper

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 16:58:37 GMT

Dr. Craig Harper is a wildlife biologist and professor of wildlife management. He is an extremely knowledgable person on wildlife, wildlife habitat, and most importantly for this episode's sake, Bobwhite quail. As I eluded to last week, we are planning an in depth episode series on quail in the south/southeast. Think of this episode as a preliminary conversation to peak your interest and start thinking more about quail.

Arrows & Shoulder bones

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:23:00 GMT

Holy smokes it's October! Deer season is officially here and we couldn't be more excited about it. In the first part of this episode, you'll be treated to a recording of us doing a little "in-the-field experimentation" as we shoot a an arrow at an elk scapula to see what kind of penetration we get with an very popular expandable broad head. The results may surprise you. We also discuss the most recent elk trip, Jordan's update from the Arkansas waterfowl project, plans for the deer season, this past weekend's public field day at Leaf River WMA, and the positive responses to the Dig Deep Episodes.

GUN DOGS WITH BILL GIBSON OF MOSSY OAK KENNELS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 14:47:00 GMT

The bond between a hunter his dog is one is hands down one of the most enticing factors of bird hunting, and getting the chance to see a talented dog in action is truly one the coolest things a hunter can witness out in the field. This week Lake and Jordan sit down with Master Trainer of Mossy Oak Kennels, Bill Gibson. Bill has been training British Labradors for most of his life and is now doing it professionally for Mossy Oak. In this episode, we discuss with Bill the how Mossy Oak Kennels came to be and the training regimen he goes through that builds dogs into incredible retrievers.

Consumed, Slow Elk Hunts, & Mountain Lions

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:02:00 GMT

We recently returned from an early season elk hunt in Colorado. We tell you all about it- the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also touch on the proposed mountain lion hunting ban in the state of Colorado that will be voted on this upcoming November. Lastly, we discuss the NEW Consumed_osp YouTube channel, which is something we have been working on for while and are pumped for yall to see. Check it out!

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A Stack Of Old Turkey Pictures

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Tales from the turkey woods may get older in years, but from our experience, they never get old to listen to. Reach way back into the archives with us as we discuss the days of turkey hunting being written about in news paper articles, taking a roll of film the local drug store to get developed, and sending printed out pictures and letters in to the sporting goods magazines in hopes of making it onto one of those glossy, colored pages. It's a wonder to see how far it has come.

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Jimmy Primos & His first Archery Elk Hunt

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:08:13 GMT

Jimmy Primos is no stranger to a bull elk. He's been doing it ever since the Primos team started getting into elk hunting. However, up until this past September, he had never elk hunted with archery equipment. For those of you out there that have tried your hand at bow hunting elk before, you know it's no easy task. Well, imagine trying it for the first time at 73 years old. What an incredible adventure; a story of hunting in its purest form, and taking the highs and lows that it elk country offers in stride. This podcast is being released on Monday, July 26, 2021, a day before the episode about this hunt airs on outdoor channel.

Crazy Bear Attacks & Accidental Land Acquisitions

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:05:12 GMT

Reports from early deer hunts, Crazy news out of Arkansas with it's second alleged fatal bear attack only weeks apart, A pro bass angler got indicted for manslaughter, an elk hunter in British Columbia called in a grizzly by mistake, and Lake accidentally bought 60 acres of hunting land. Check it out!

CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE WITH QDMA CEO BRIAN MURPHY

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 14:50:00 GMT

With the recent discovery of CWD in our home state of Mississippi, there have been several questions as to what this all means. In this episode we talk with Brian Murphy, CEO of QDMA, a knowledgeable voice on the subject, and answer several commonly asked questions about the disease and the implications for us as deer hunters.

A Hunting Camp With No Name

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 20:24:36 GMT

Lake and Brad recorded this episode from the camp house of the new Primos hunting camp. Topics discussed include names for the place, planting food plots, hunting potential for the first year, whether or not planting food plots are worth it if you hunt over bait, how to organize your property on onX and much more. Check it out!

Long Distance Deer Camp

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 13:46:25 GMT

After the first full-hunting week at Kudzu Bluff we have hit another problem. After an unexpected, positive Covid-19 test, Jordan is stuck at on quarantine until further notice. Leaving the rest of us up at the bluffs one team member down, and Jordan left to his own devices. Other subjects covered include: the signs of rut kicking off at the new camp, Brad Killing his first deer of the year, Lake having a shooter buck get past him, and poor Jimmy rolling into camp after the activity had slowed down.

A Trip To Swamp Donkey

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 18:48:11 GMT

Prolific is a not term you hear often applied to deer herds. "The best whitetail hunting I've ever experienced" is not a phrase you often hear paired with a place in the southeast. We are here to tell you, that Swamp Donkey is truly one of the most incredible places that we have ever experienced. We are 2 1/2 days into our trip down on the Mississippi River and cannot wait to fill you in on everything that has taken place. Don't miss it!

A Hunt Ruined Before It Even Started: Stand Access

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 17:50:58 GMT

Today Jordan and Lake are discussing the ever important subject of stand access. It is not overstating to say that this can easily make or break a hunt, and it is absolutely crucial to finding consistent success. So we do our best to cover the topic in depth. Other subjects discussed include Jordan trying to pull X-games moves on the tractor, and we also answer a very applicable question sent in by a listener.

Practical Fire & Forest Management For Wild Turkeys- Bonus Turkey Stories with REAL HUNT AUDIO

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Keith Polk has been a registered forester and believer in prescribed fire to benefit wild turkeys, other wildlife, and hunting quality for years now. In this conversation, we dive into understanding the uses of fire and forest management on properties big and small and the practical uses they have for landowners and/or hunters. We learn some basic fire terminology, the importance in fire safety, and a few AWESOME turkey stories with live turkey audio to go with it! Check it out!!

One Last Hurrah

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:02:42 GMT

Deer season is coming to a quick close. With Cottonmouth being shutdown from the high water, we are headed to high ground for one more deer trip. Our hopes are to end the season on a much-needed high note. We also spend time talking about this past deer season as a whole, discussing in detail, everything that made it the hardest season we have ever faced.

EARLY SEASON WHITETAIL Q&A

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 14:13:00 GMT

Lake, Jordan, and Troy sit down to go through the questions sent in pertaining to early season whitetail strategies and archery! They also talk about their upcoming first trip to Cottonmouth for this season and the strategies they will be using to be successful!

JULES MCQUEEN

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 14:35:00 GMT

Jules McQueen is a well known face in the Outdoor industry, hosting and producing television, writing, and supporting several conservation organizations, including being an official spokesperson for the NWTF! Lake and Jules took time out of the busy NWTF Convention schedule to get together and talk turkey hunting, some of the work she’s been doing, and her interesting story of how she herself became a hunter.

Hacked Trail Camera

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Today is a different episode, but if you have followed this show long enough you know we're big on honesty around here. There's also a story about youth waterfowl season, a letter from a Mississippi senator about wildlife refuges, and some updates about turkeys and NWTF. Check it out!

Buck, Duck, Corn

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Man do we have a jam-packed episode for y'all today! Jordan finally completed his mission for a Mississippi bow buck this season. The weather finally started acting right and we had some good ducks hunts.However, the hottest topic of them all for today is that a U.S Senator is formally asking the USFWS to investigate whether or not flooded corn could be altering waterfowl migration! It's some interesting stuff to say the least. Check it out!!

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Pray.

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:22:00 GMT

Simply talking hunting didn't feel right after this past week. So we addressed it the best we could with our honest thoughts. Pray.

poaching cases, broad head selections, and tractors

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:21:18 GMT

A news update about a poaching case out west, a weekend hunt report for the upcoming Mississippi velvet season, food plot planting forecast, a broad head discussion, and the euphoria of riding in a new fancy tractor. Check it out!

Deer Management, Free of Charge- w/ Pierce Young

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Pierce Young is a private lands wildlife biologist with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks. In this episode he and Jordan discuss the wide spectrum of wildlife management services that are offered to Mississippi residents by MDWFP- particularly whitetail deer related in this conversation. If you own land or are considering buying land in the future, this episode will be of great value to you.

Jordan's Life Story, Sort of

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:01:00 GMT

Everyone has a story. While some have similarities, none are the same. Jordan's life story is one of unique circumstances, high hopes, and the willingness to chase a dream even if everyone else thinks that it's crazy. Check it out!

Turkey Hunter Ramblings

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:33:23 GMT

It is officially February, which, to Jordan and I means that we are officially free to talk all we want about spring and gobbling turkeys without anyone giving us any grief. In this conversation we'll talk about plans for spring, plans for turkey season prep, plans for live podcasts, and a whole lot more.

Hook Line & Sinker

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 16:50:31 GMT

One way to beat the heat and boredom that can sometimes set in during the summer months is to hit the water. Jordan and I collectively regroup after a weekend of fishing in the gulf; discussing things such as shark phobia, wade fishing, stingrays cruising by your ankles, and sight fishing triple tails. Most importantly however, we talk about a upcoming fishing trip to South Louisiana with Jimmy and my dad.

Blood Origins

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 13:24:46 GMT

Dr. Robbie Kroger is the founder and mind behind Blood Origins, a nonprofit organization with the mission of sharing the truth around hunting through story telling. In this episode, we dive into deep detail of the subject; how and why this organization came about, the challenges hunting faces around the globe, the heyday of hunting in Africa, the New Zealand Tahr situation, Ricky Gervais's views on trophy hunting. There is no stone left unturned in this conversation, so check it out!

Embarrassment

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 13:42:25 GMT

Jordan and I decided to go back over some of the previous hunting seasons and pick out the most embarrassing/funny stories that never quite made it to video. Some of these things happened when the camera wasn't running, some of them got lost in the editing process, and some of them were just so embarrassing at the time that we just didn't want anyone to know what happened. Needless to say, I don't think either of us have laughed this hard during a podcast episode. Enjoy!

How To Kill Midwest Gobblers with Tommy Nails of Whiskey Ridge Hunts

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:43:17 GMT

Turkey hunting in the Midwest is has become one of our favorite trips of the spring. They grow them big in this region of the country and they like to gobble long and often. In this episode, we talk with our friend Tommy Nails, of Whiskey Ridge Hunts, who has been guiding deer and turkey hunts here for over 20 years. We talk about some of the key differences between turkey hunting here as opposed to turkey hunting in the Southeast. We also talk about the hunts we had this week and what we did to end up successful.

Alabama Long Spurs

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 21:15:57 GMT

Today's episode is about as live action as it gets. We're talking about a successful hunt that happened this very morning! Every turkey that you get a chance to kill is special, no doubt, but when it's an old long spurred gobbler that you've been after for several seasons, it makes it a little more sweet. That's exactly what we were able to do this morning, and we want to go over the decisions and moves we made that put us in the position to kill him.

Ducks In The Timber with BC Rogers and Josh Raggio

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 18:48:45 GMT

For many waterfowl hunters, seeing mallards cup their wings and fall through the timber into their duck hole is the ultimate goal. In this weeks episode, we talk to two of the most passionate and knowledgeable waterfowl hunters that we know to discuss the ins and outs of successfully getting on ducks in the timber. topics covered include: scouting, identifying holes that are ideal for ducks to land in easily, calling, decoys, setting up for the wind, new and stale ducks, and much more. This is an excellent episode that you do not want to miss.

Roosters

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 17:28:59 GMT

I strongly believe upland hunting doesn't get the shine that it deserves. Although I'm still very new to it, I have fallen in love with it quickly. In this episode we dissect a recent pheasant and quail hunt we went in on Northern Kansas. We talk about what worked, how poor of a shot I can be sometimes, how much joy it adds to the experience to have your dog out there hunting with you, and how it was truly one of the most fun hunting experiences I have ever had. We also give some advice on how someone who is interested in the craft could get started in chasing upland birds. Give this episode a listen. I promise you won't regret it.

Where Legends Are Born

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 17:39:03 GMT

Managing deer is always a hot topic. We love bringing in different experts from that field to hear their different opinions on what works. Jimmy Riley has been running Giles Island for 24 years, and is no stranger to big deer. Jordan and I picked his brain on the different things and practices he put into place that has helped make Giles Island such a hot bed for truly big white tails.

Hunter Renfroe

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 14:12:11 GMT

We love the opportunity to bring people on this show that come from all different walks of life. It gives us the chance to get different perspectives and better understandings. Our good friend, Hunter Renfroe, has been playing baseball for the San Diego Padres since 2013, and can tell us from first hand experience what it's like to put the extreme work schedule of an MLB outfielder against a strong love for hunting and time in the outdoors. As always, there are several good stories and laughs along the way.

The River Has No Mercy

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 13:46:29 GMT

The Mississippi River can be a deer hunter's dream, but it can also be his nightmare. Right now at Cottonmouth we're experiencing a high river that is steadily on the rise. We've had to completely change our tactics this week. We're boating in areas that we could ride Polaris Rangers in just a few days prior. We're having to pull stands and blinds out of areas that are going to go completely under water. We're even duck hunting in waist high water where food plots used to be, and we're managing to still get on some good bucks amongst all the craziness. It all comes into hunting a long side this crazy powerful river!

Big Bucks On The Move

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 12:40:17 GMT

In much of the South East, Whitetail hunters long for the month of December like hunters in the Midwest long for November. Cottonmouth is no exception. It's a magical time of year. This past week we saw signs of the rut on the edge of busting loose, and finished it off by killing two awesome bucks, including the infamous "son of Rocker". Tune in and hear the whole story of these hunts, and some helpful tips on hunting the rut on this week's episode!

Things We All Should Know

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:31:00 GMT

We are back and so is summer. Man, it's hot. Anyway, we have some updates on the Trump administration opening land to hunting. We have new on the propose Louisiana land grab. We dive into the topic of how to treat property owners when you're on a traveling hunting trip, and Jordan has some thoughts for summer deer strategies that will lead into fall hunting. Check it out!

The Best Turkey Hunting Day Of Our Lives

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 26 May 2026 16:16:39 GMT

If you're going to end it, you might as well end it on a walk-off home run - and that just so happens to be what Jordan and I got to do. This has stories of wins, losses, humidity, heat, hunting permission, controversy, and the best turkey hunting day of both our lives. Check it out!

New Laws & Wild Flowers

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 12 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Blazing star, butterfly weed, and rattlesnake master are sitting atop of mind currently. There's some new laws being proposed in Mississippi that would significantly affect nonresident turkey hunters. There was a grizzly bear attack in Glacier National Park. There's a whole lot going on, along with a few more turkey ventures. Check it out!

From Zero To Hero To Zero- Turkey Tales

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT

As we get into the month of April we have yet another round of updates from the ever unpredictable spring woods. However, this week's updates will only be brought by Jordan, because Lake can't seem to find a turkey in a grocery store. We also give some pertinent updates regarding turkey stamps funds. Check it out!

Clay Newcomb & Josh Spielmaker- Turkey Camp

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:43:43 GMT

Clay Newcomb is the house of the Bear Grease Podcast and MeatEater team member. He and his long-time friend and producer, Josh Spielmaker, join us this week to talk about their current trip down in Mississippi for turkey camp. Check it out!

Old Lever Action Rifles & Fragmented Habitat

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT

In this days before Christmas episode, we talk central Mississippi rutting deer, old lever action rifles, slip or still hunting, and what has caused the severe decline in quality of duck hunting in Mississippi. Check it out!

Doves & New Archery Preparations

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:23:19 GMT

We are under the two week marker from the official fall hunting season kickoff here at home- dove season opener. Have you ever thought beyond the socializing, cookouts, and college football watching parts of dove season and actually thought about some strategy behind it? I mean, we can all agree that no one wants to be the person at the dove hunt that can't hit anything. There actually is a little strategy that can be put to use. We also talk about Mine and Jordan's upcoming black bear hunt in North Arkansas and how it's causing us to do something new within our archery preparation regime. Check it out!

STL Archives: Embarrassment

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 07:40:00 GMT

On this week's episode, we are reaching back into the archives to one most beloved episodes from the early days of the STL Podcast. In this episode titled "Embarrasment" Jordan and I share some of our favorite stories from our Primos days that happened when the cameras weren't rolling. It's guaranteed to make you laugh. Check it out!

We're So Back

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:02:00 GMT

Welcome to the official relaunch party episode for the Speak The Language Podcast. We are back, and back for good! Jordan and I have some big plans for this show going forward, but to start out we want to give a full explanation of what happened in the first place. There have been so many questions about the state of show and what happened to us, and we are here to answer them! Be sure to like, commment, and subscribe! We will back with weekly episodes, including the new "Dig Deep" episodes at the end of every month! As always, thank you for listening to the speak the language podcast!

Untold Hunting Stories

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 06:03:00 GMT

The STL podcast might have gone away for a little while, but the hunting never stopped. After introducing the brand new Habitat Segment in the first part of the conversation, Jordan and I share a few of our favorite hunting stories that happened between the time of the podcast going dormant and now! It involves finding ourselves somehow in the middle of an entire herd of elk, and drawback on a whitetail buck that has more droptines and kickers than Jordan had arrows in his quiver. We also left a few hints about what to expect about the new Digging Deep episodes! The first will release at the end of this month!

Red Hot

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 21:29:04 GMT

This week Jordan and I discuss the craziness that has unfolded in the early part of our home state's turkey season so far. Everyone loves a good turkey story! Check it out!

Lacey’s First Turkey

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 01:25:54 GMT

Any turkey hunter will tell you that every turkey they get is special but none captures the heart quite like the first. In this episode I get to share in telling the very special story of my wife's first turkey hunt. As every turkey hunting story should, it's full of unexpected twists and turns.

Bucks or Birds?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:09:30 GMT

Lake and Jordan discuss their two most recent hunting trips. Jordan took to the Midwest for highly sought after whitetail rut. Lake headed to the North woods for ruffed grouse, pheasant, and a chance to run his dog. Thankfully, both were successful and came back with stories to tell!

Participation Trophies

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 23:21:27 GMT

We are on the eve of turkey season in Mississippi and unfortunately it's looking like we're in store for a monsoon! We talk about our outlook for the Mississippi season as well as our plans for spring 2022 overall! We take it one step further and dive head first into some early strategies we've found success in over the years!

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Some Things Never Change

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:00:00 GMT

We've been gone for a while. Hopefully y'all have missed us just as much as we have missed y'all! In this episode we give a full explanation as to why we took such a long break, what to look forward to in the future, and the beauty of life changes. We also discuss elk hunting plans, this upcoming deer season, and Mississippi's first ever velvet buck season!

How Do Ya Call A Turkey With One Leg?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

I would wager you've never heard a turkey hunting story like the one told on this podcast episode. Good friend, fervent hunter, and Wren & Ivy founder, B.C. Rogers joins us this week to tell us one of the most unique tales we've ever heard come out of the spring woods. Statements like ," It looked like someone was dribbling a basketball" are just words you don't normally see paired with a strutting turkey.

Battle Scarred

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:39:01 GMT

We had never seen a buck with a neck so bruised, cut, and scarred up from fighting as the one we finished off the trip to Swamp Donkey with. It really was a fitting climax to an awesome time at an amazing place. There's just so much to be said about the Mississippi River. There's a deeper reason why it feels so much like home to us. In this episode, we discuss the rest of our trip there, as well as a rare disagreement about what the wildlife and hunting atmosphere was like in several years ago. Not to mention, a few funny duck hunting and deer hunting stories you won't want to miss.

Hanging By A Thread

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:36:39 GMT

After somewhere in the double digit number of days spent in Iowa, we are back to discuss the adventure so far, in full detail. Among subjects of discussion are fighting a giant storm front that blew through the midwest, How bucks react to different calls, Being able to watch deer react to calling, the difference between thinking a deer is mature and knowing a deer is mature, changing our views on passing up bucks, and getting "back in the saddle" so to speak. There's much to be said and much more left to be covered. Check it out!

A Deer Grunt Heard Around The World

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 19:14:15 GMT

Brad Farris and Chipper Gibbes are two of the most knowledgeable people I know in the world of managing a property for hunting. In this episode we discuss topics of prescribed fire in the fall, a rare bobwhite quail sighting in central Mississippi, the effect of native browse on deer herds, small property management tips, and much more!

The Long Hike

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:03:23 GMT

The team has fully returned from elk season and has managed to do so in one piece! We sit down to discuss, in further detail, the remaining untold stories from elk country. Among these stories, include tales of bear spray, bull elk at less than 10 yards, trying to hunt around recreational campers, and the impressive hiking abilities of Wilbur Primos. Lastly, we look ahead to the upcoming days at Kudzu bluff as we prepare for the quickly approaching deer season.

The Room Of Bad Taxidermy

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:42:50 GMT

Day one in our new Podcast Studio is bound to be interesting! We are in the process of making it the most uniquely decorated podcast studio to ever exist!! We are also making plans to make our first at Kudzu Bluff for this season so far! We also discuss the new Bushnell Cellucore cameras, the thought process of picking which stand to hunt, arguments over broken tines, and a few more subjects here and there!

Hunting Season Is Here!

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:08:21 GMT

To many of us, September is viewed as the kick off of hunting season! For those of us in the southeast, it's usually brought to us by a dove shoot or two. For some, it's heading to the mountains to hunt mule deer, antelope, or elk. Whatever your situation may be, I think we can all agree that we are happy that hunting is back in our lives! Join us for this conversation as we talk about shooting doves, swatting mosquitos, preparing to head to elk country, deer season preparations, and a few more odds and ends!

A Well Tuned Bow

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:07:36 GMT

We are getting so close to the kick off of the 2021/2022 Fall hunting season! In this episode we talk about the southern social event of dove hunting, how it is an unforgivable sin to break a dove hunting tradition, the rare occurrence of Brad coming to help us out at Kudzu Bluff, a new "zoo" project on the near horizon, and answer some listener submitted questions about food plot planting and arrow spines!

Ramsey Russell: The Worldwide Duck Hunter

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT

When most of us think of duck hunting, we think of the Mississippi River, the Prairies of the Dakotas, Saskatchewan, or maybe Argentina if we're feeling real adventurous. Ramsey Russell has spent his life duck hunting and collecting experiences in areas that never cross our minds in terms of chasing waterfowl. The Netherlands, Russia, Peru, Africa, Iran, you name it, and he has been there. This was an incredibly interesting conversation with stories from a man that has truly seen the world. Check it out!!

The Importance Of Prep Time

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:25:30 GMT

What are some of the biggest key factors in having a successful deer season? If you were to ask us, we would without hesitation tell you that it's the amount of time and work put in before the season even starts. This week, Jordan I discuss the pre-season preparation we will be doing for our second year at Kudzu Bluff. There are so many factors to consider; what we learned from last year, food plots to be planted this year, new stand sights, new areas to hunt that we missed in the first fall, and so much more. We've learned that it takes time to learn a new place. Hopefully ya'll can learn with us, and take some of what we've learned and apply to your own situation. Either way, this is one way to get excited for the upcoming fall!

The Roar Within- with Brent Henderson

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Brent Henderson is the author of the newly released book, The Roar Within, which is a book that confidently charges at the subject of Men finding their purpose. Through his vast amount of experiences in the outdoors and just life in general, Brent has become a very credible source of knowledge on the many of the struggles men face today. This week, we have a long conversation about the book, and more importantly, about some of the most common and deadly traps men are likely to fall into.

A Conversation With The National Champs

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 14:36:15 GMT

We traveled up to Starkville, Mississippi to have a conversation with Brad Cumbest and Houston Harding, who are both members of the Mississippi State baseball team. With the win of the 2021 college world series only a few days old, we wanted to get a first take from these guys what the whole experience was like. As luck would have it, both of them are also outdoorsmen, so we made sure to work a little bit of hunting and fishing into the conversation.

We would also like to extend a special thanks to Owen's Outfitters for allowing us to use their store as a place to record.

Much To Do About A Rattlesnake

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:58:20 GMT

Last week Lake, Jordan, and Brad had an encounter with a timber rattlesnake in the middle of the woods. the situation resulted in a quick iPhone video of the snake and the guys explaining that they don't kill snakes when they stumble up on them in the woods. After sharing this on our social media, we stirred up an unintentional firestorm of comments, arguments, and heated debates on whether or not the snake should've killed. That what led us to contacting Terry Vandeventer, who is a herpetologist and one of the most knowledgable and outspoken educators on the subject of snakes.

A Broken Boat Prop & A Poorly Placed Archery Pin

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:21:24 GMT

This features a story of one of the most bad-luck filled days of hunting we have ever heard of, tales of old Truth videos, Jordan begging for an iron-on shirt patch at a local hardware store, the importance of using the correct archery pin, and a whole lot more. Check it out!

Aaron Warbritton

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 24 May 2021 12:00:41 GMT

Aaron Warbritton is well-known hunter and conservationist, most widely recognized for his work with The Hunting Public on YouTube. In this episode we talk with Aaron about the most recent fundraiser they put on to raise money to start up a research project that will be headed up by Dr. Mike Chamberlain, otherwise known as the Wild Turkey Doctor. We also take the conversation into deeper detail for the reasoning of the fundraiser and the growing concern about wild turkey populations.

A Trapping Conundrum - with Dr. Marcus Lashley

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:33:41 GMT

Dr. Marcus Lashley is a wildlife biologist and ecologist, that has done extensive work dealing with wildlife management, wildlife conservation, conservation biology, disturbance ecology, and much more. In this episode we focus on the practice of trapping and habitat improvement, and how both correlate with wildlife management.

Our Strange Addiction

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 18:35:21 GMT

This episode contains a turkey tale that took place this very morning, with Brad and Jordan. We also cover the hunting action from Kudzu Bluff last week, and pick apart the factors that made each hunt work. We talk specifically about the dangers of yelping to a turkey that's within eyesight. Lastly, we talk about our plans for heading west, and our strange addiction with turkeys that most folks probably wouldn't understand.

A World Record Grand Slam & The Ebb And Flow Of Hunting Turkeys

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 19:23:28 GMT

We are joined in the first part of this podcast by John Cassimus, who is attempting to break the world record for the fastest grand slam, and he is doing it all in name of raising money and awareness for the NWTF. Needless to say, we're eager to follow along with how he does in this crazy adventure. Troy and I go into a long discussion afterwards about all the action and hunts that have taken place at Kudzu Bluff in the past days. Believe me, there's no shortage of action; gobbling turkeys, strutting turkeys, turkeys in range with no shot, turkeys almost getting away, my full-blown case of the turkey yips, how we used the topography maps on OnX to save a hunt, and much more. Check it out!

Is He Really A 2yr Old? - A Conversation With The Wild Turkey Doctor

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:46:04 GMT

Mike Chamberlain is one of the most knowledgeable out there when it comes to the subject of wild turkeys. And after the incredible amount of interest that was created by our 'Corona Gobblers' episode with him last spring, both I and a vast majority of our listeners have been clamoring to have him back on the show. This episode takes a deep dive into the subject of wild turkeys. We take a retrospective look at some of the same topics we covered last years, as well as jump on completely new subject material. It was one of the more interesting and informative conversations I've ever had on this podcast. ENJOY!!

When The Fog Lifts - with B.C Rogers

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 12:19:06 GMT

I had the unique opportunity to spend a duck hunting morning with my good friend, B.C Rogers, of Wren & Ivy. B.C is one of the most duck hunting-crazed people that I have ever been around, so I thought would be the perfect chance to have a conversation about it. Subjects discussed include; getting ducks to finish on foggy mornings, the correct way to pronounce "6pointszn", measuring success in a social media-driven society, and much more.

Kudzu Blizzard Bluffs & Deer Tracking Dogs

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 19:48:20 GMT

Snow is falling at Kudzu Bluff and Troy, Jordan, and myself are trying to catch up on all thats been going on between the Bluffs and Togo Island. We talk about post-rut and late season tactics, the benefits of using climbing stands, Jordan's need for some rifle shooting lessons, and the value of a good set of deer tracking dogs.

The Craziest Rut Hunts Ever

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 03:11:04 GMT

From the hills of Kudzu Bluff to the Mississippi River Bottoms, we were treated to some of most fun rut hunts we've ever had. So much has happened in these past weeks; Brad came to full draw before he even had a chance to climb a tree, Jimmy Grunted in a buck off the ground, and Lake had a hot doe run towards him with 8 bucks chasing her! It was wild! Tune in and hear these in full detail!

Bow Hunting From The Ground with Zach Ferenbaugh

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 13:22:20 GMT

The Hunting Public is arguably the most exciting thing happening in the hunting video world right now, and they have recently taken the excitement factor even farther by bow hunting off the ground. This week we are diving in deep to this subject with THP's own, Zach Ferenbaugh, who has made the decision to hunt exclusively from the ground this season. We cover tactics, how he picks areas to setup, the contrast between ground hunting and tree stand hunting, as well as the new challenges that come along with it!

Telephone Pole Tree Stands & A Deer Named Funk-Horn

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 15:25:34 GMT

Lake and Jordan dive into the somewhat controversial subject of whether or not it is acceptable to give names to the deer you're going to hunt. Most importantly, they discuss the topic of tree stand location, which is truly a make-or-break when it comes to whitetail hunting. They also discuss on going challenges of learning a new property and big-pictures plans to make this a successful and learning-filled season.

Early Season Shenanigans

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 18:14:59 GMT

We're still trying to wade our way through the unexpected twists and turns that this unorthodox year has thrown at us. between untimely hurricanes and head-high kudzu we've met some new challenges but still remain optimistic! We also dive into some questions sent in by listeners that are very applicable to early season hunting!

That Elk Tried To Step On Me

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:44:01 GMT

We went into the mountains in the search of bull elk and came back with some stories worth filling your ears with. Join us as we pick apart the wild adventure that makes up time spent in elk country! We discuss having a bull elk at 2 yards, Wilbur's intense calling style, smelling a rutty elk for the first time, and much more! Check it out!

When Pigs Fly: Logan Cooke

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 14:42:48 GMT

Logan Cooke is a punter for the Jacksonville Jaguars, a former Mississippi State football player, a Mississippi native, and of course, an avid outdoorsman. One of our favorite things to do on this show is find people who have an interesting story to tell, and Logan is exactly that. Join us for a fun conversation that includes NFL football, public land hunting, the COVID-19 pandemic, duck hunting in Florida, iguanas, helicopter nurses, and much more!

Speckled Trout & Marsh Pumpkins

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:31:15 GMT

We drove so far south in the state of Louisiana that the world stopped and the water started. We spent a full day in the marshes, trying our best to catch speckled trout, red fish, and anything else that we could get to bite. It was an incredible day of fishing thanks to our friend, Travis Lovell, of Reelin Good Charters. Travis has spent his entire life fishing in the bayous of Southern Louisiana, so to say he was able to give us an insightful conversation about how to successfully fish that area would be an understatement.

Memory Lane

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 20:16:49 GMT

Sadly, turkey season has come to an end, so it's time to kick off the line of Summer 2020 podcasts. This week Jordan and Lake will be taking a walk down memory lane; talking about some of their earliest experiences with hunting. Everything from deer drives with three-wheelers and rock-filled jugs to backyard wrestling matches are covered in this conversation. If you're looking for a lot of laughs and maybe a little incite, this is the podcast episode for you!

Don't Ruin It For Everybody

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:20:13 GMT

Turkey hunting when done correctly, and ethically is one the best and most gratifying pastimes we have the privelege of taking part in. It's a challenging and respectful pursuit that makes us better hunters and better woodsman. It drives us to be better conservationist and stewards of the natural resources we've been given to manage. In this episode we discuss, what we perceive to be, one of the biggest threats to turkey hunting and what we all can do to change that.

New Grounds

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 02:20:19 GMT

We’ve got one more turkey trip up our sleeve to finish off the spring and we also have some new territory to explore as we start to wrap our minds around what deer season prep is going to look like over the summer months!

Dave Owens: The Pinhoti Project

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 15:39:32 GMT

Last Spring Jordan and I had the pleasure of turkey hunting with Dave for a few days in Wisconsin. We finally got to catch back up with him at the 2020 NWTF convention and breakdown that hunt from start to finish. We also dive into great detail about some of the things we noticed that Dave does that play a huge part in his consistent success. This is the type of episode that every turkey hunter can benefit from so check it out!! Also check out the Pinhoti Project on Youtube!

Brad's Strategies for Whitetail Land Management

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 10:36:03 GMT

Questions about managing tracts of land for whitetail hunting is always at the forefront of requests for show topics. This week we pick Brad's brain on things that he likes to do to improve properties to better hold and hunt deer all throughout the season. We cover everything from food sources, to cover, to specifics on entry and exit. We do our best to cover all of it!

Get It In The Ground

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 11:48:12 GMT

So much of how we hunt deer revolves around what they eat. I can speak for the whole Primos team in saying that food plots have drastically changed how we hunt at Cottonmouth, as well as our success rate. This week, Jordan and I go over in great detail, our step-by-step process of planting. We cover everything from, equipment used, spraying, bush-hogging, discing, planting, and fertilizing. There's no stone left unturned, nor seed left unplanted. Enjoy!

The Good Ole Days: Brad Farris

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:30:38 GMT

Brad has been a member of the Primos team since the early days, and is easily one of the most respected and recognized faces throughout the hunting industry. So it only made sense to us that we sit down with Brad and get him to tell his story, and we were not disappointed. From first bow hunting experiences, meeting Will Primos in an archery shop, hunting rats in his attic, to finally landing a job on the Primos video team, this is an episode that is definitely worth a listen!

Whitetail Prep: Hanging Stands & Setting Cameras

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 18:33:38 GMT

Getting ready for deer season is just as important as the hunt itself. We recently returned from week long scouting trip in Kansas. We break down the steps we take in figuring out new properties, determining stand locations, and setting trail cameras in order to get us ready for the upcoming season. If you are a deer hunter to any degree, this podcast could be very beneficial into learn a few preseason tactics to help you be more successful in the woods.

Kevan Smith

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 18:09:26 GMT

This week on the Podcast we are Joined by Kevan Smith, a passionate outdoorsman and just also happens to play Major League baseball as a catcher for the Angels. I always love to have people from different walks of life on this podcast and hear their story, hear how they got to where they are now and what keeps them motivated. Kevan is great guy that truly loves hunt, and any person like that always makes for a good conversation. We talk bow hunting, the crazy schedule of major league baseball player, wild game cooking, public land hunting, and much more!

Bugle Your Heart Out: Elk Season Wrap Up

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:02:39 GMT

This is the most live update podcast episode we have ever done. With one day of elk hunting left for Team Primos, myself and Troy sit down to go over everything that has happened so far during this elk season. We have had plenty of highs as well as plenty of lows, and thankfully walked away with a lot of new things learned. So dive into this conversation with us and learn and laugh as you hear the emotional roller coaster that is bow hunting elk.

Bow Fishing, Hog Hunting, and School Bus Sized Grouper

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 16:09:51 GMT

What is there to do for the outdoorsman during the hot summer months? If you find yourself in the state of Florida, you don't have to look very far. Bow fishing, hog hunting, bass fishing, and salt water fishing just scratches the surface of pastimes in great outdoors available to you there. Also discussed is Florida saltwater wildlife conservation concerns, getting whooped by a goliath grouper, being mesmerized by small sea turtles, and shark phobias. It's a fun-filled episode you don't want to miss.

Trapping: A Craft as Old as Time

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:01:14 GMT

Trapping has been a tool utilized by humans since before recorded history. Although the motives behind it have drastically changed over the years from bare necessity, to monetary gain through the fur trade, and now a huge factor in wildlife management, trapping is still a necessary skill for every outdoorsman. Our friend Derick Vance has been trapping for over 20 years and was generous enough to sit down with us and teach us some of the ins and outs of his favorite hobby. So if you're completely new to trapping or among the most experienced of trappers, dive into this episode ready to learn.

Muscadine Bloodline

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 16:24:22 GMT

It can be hard to squeeze in time to hunt when you're busy touring all around playing country music. That's exactly what our podcast guests, Charlie and Gary, from Muscadine Bloodline face on a daily basis. This episode is a whirlwind of fun stories from two great guys who love what they do, love the outdoors, and love the opportunity to share their thoughts and passions with us.

Where Are The Turkeys?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 21 May 2019 21:21:51 GMT

The question we've been asked more than any this spring is, "where are the turkeys?" Where are population numbers? where are they in the breeding cycle? are they late? are they early? Questions like these are genuine concerns and usually lead to other questions, such as: why are the season dates set like they are? Is the bag limit too low or too high?

We decided to bring in an expert to help us answer these questions so we brought in Adam Butler, who is the wild turkey program coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife,Fisheries, and Parks.

If you love turkeys as much as we do, don't miss this episode.

The Mathews Vertix with Design Engineer Mark Hayes

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 15:54:45 GMT

Today is the highly anticipated release day for the new Mathews Vertix. Lake talks with Mathews Design Engineer, Mark Hayes to go over what makes this bow a cut above the rest, including Switchweight technology, New Engage Grip, and 3D Dampening.

Hannah and Jeff Barron

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:06:15 GMT

Hannah and Jeff and Barron are two of the most well-known names in outdoor industry today, and they are also two of the nicest and most genuine people you could ever meet. In this episode, we talk with Hannah and Jeff about a little bit of everything: catfish noodling, giant six-point bucks, turkey hunting, social media negativity, and most importantly, how they've used their platform to influence others positively. This episode has no shortage of good stories and laughs so be sure to give it a listen!

The Wild Turkey Report with David Hawley

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 18:18:43 GMT

There are fewer individuals more eccentric about wild turkeys than Wild Turkey Report owner and operator, David Hawley. In this episode we diffuse the myth that the turkey obsession starts and ends with hunting season. We talk about how anyone and everyone can better their hunting ground and benefit ground through extra efforts such as trapping and burning. We also talk about the challenges of early season hunting. If you share our obsession for wild turkeys, this is the podcast episode for you!!

Turkey Gear Breakdown

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 15:17:28 GMT

How much can you stuff into your turkey vest? How many calls do you take? What vest do you use in the first place? What gun and ammunition are you shooting? Anybody who has ever ventured into the woods to hunt turkeys knows that the gear you use can make or break you on some days. In this episode, we talk about the turkey gear we use from top to bottom. We also talk about some of our new gear for 2019 we can't wait to hit the woods with!

How To Cook Waterfowl: with Jeremiah Doughty of From Field to Plate

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 15:00:00 GMT

We talk with wild game chef, Jeremiah Doughty of From Field To Plate, about the right and wrong ways to cook waterfowl. He gives us easy cleaning and cooking tips that anyone could learn from to make you a better wild game cook.

FOOD PLOTS, GIANT MOSQUITOES, AND DISGRUNTLED BULL ELK

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 14:58:00 GMT

We cover our whole food plot planting process. Everything from seed blends, soil prep, planting, and how we time it with the weather.

BUGLING ELK AND MOUNTAIN LIONS WITH JOHNNIE HAMILTON

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:57:00 GMT

On this week’s episode, we talk with Primos’ good friend Johnnie Hamilton. Johnnie has been guiding for Elk and hunting mountain lions for 30+ years. We sat down to talk about his elk research with the Colorado DNR, the tough elk hunting conditions this year, and some very intriguing stories and info about Mountain lion hunting and behavior.

FROM FIELD TO PLATE WITH JEREMIAH DOUGHTY

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 14:48:00 GMT

Jeremiah Doughty is one of the most recognized wild game chefs of today, and for good reason. His website and social media pages are constantly flowing with content containing creative recipes and pictures of finished wild game dishes that look like they would taste above and beyond the common standard of good. In this episode, Lake talks with Jeremiah about how he got started as a wild game chef and what he does now to teach his passion to hunting new-comers

"MEAT EATER" HOST STEVE RINELLA

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 14:39:00 GMT

Steve Rinella is well-known for hosting his popular show, Meat Eater, and is also an accomplished writer and speaker, and his ability to articulate the hunting and fishing lifestyle to a more mainstream audience is like none other. In this episode Lake and Steve discuss turkey hunting, Grizzly bear attacks, and Steve’s views on sharing his views on conservation and hunting with others.

THE MOST UNDERRATED TOOLS OF SUCCESS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 14:40:00 GMT

In turkey hunting, there are so many small factors that make the difference between success and failure. In this podcast, Lake and long-time friend Keith Polk dive into the elements of turkey hunting that are huge in the ability to kill a bird, but are often times overlooked by hunters.

5 TIPS FOR EARLY SEASON GOBBLERS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 14:38:00 GMT

Turkey season has finally opened in several states across the south! Early season can be a very productive time, but it comes with its own set of unique challenges. In this podcast, we discuss 5 key tips that we have found make us more successful in the early season period. We also talk about our latest South Florida hunt at Blackbeard’s Ranch where Jordan’s wife killed a turkey with over 2 inch spurs!!!

CLOSING IN

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 14:25:00 GMT

Brad Farris and Lake continue their hunt for the biggest deer on Cottonmouth that they call “Rocker”, and it seems like they are closer to getting him now than ever before!! They also talk about current deer activity, different strategies they have tried this season to make the whole team more successful, and how the woods are starting to change as a result of being right on the fringes of the rut!!

HANNAH BARRON

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 22 Jan 2018 14:31:00 GMT

Hannah Barron is a hunter and all around outdoors enthusiast that is quickly becoming one of the most well-known females within the hunting and fishing community. We got the chance to talk with Hannah to learn more about her background, how she deals with constant hate from anti-hunters, and how important it is to her to promote this lifestyle that she loves so much to others.

JIM SHOCKEY

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 29 Jan 2018 14:32:00 GMT

Jim Shockey is arguably the most well-known ambassador of the hunting and outdoor community. While he was down at Cottonmouth hunting with us, Jim and Lake sat down to talk about his hunting experiences from that week, his thoughts on how to deal with hate from anti-hunters, and the future of hunting and how we can help protect it.

LEVI MORGAN

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 14:33:00 GMT

Levi Morgan is a world champion archer, eleven-time ASA shooter of the year, and an avid bow hunter. Levi came down in the last few weeks of the Cottonmouth deer season and managed to scratch out some incredible deer and duck hunts!! Lake and Levi sit down to talk about his hunts, his background in archery, and answer a lot of commonly asked archery questions, including some sent in by the show listeners!!

EVA SHOCKEY

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 14:30:00 GMT

Eva Shockey is one of the biggest and most-well known faces in the hunting community. She is known for her unabashed love of the outdoors, her family, and portraying the hunting lifestyle in a positive way. During her recent hunting trip to Cottonmouth, we sat down with her to talk about her experiences deer hunting with us on the MS River, her opinions on the future of hunting, and how important it is for all hunters to represent it in the right way.

DOUBLING DOWN

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:25:00 GMT

Last week was an incredible time in the deer woods at Cottonmouth!! We were able to kill 3 bucks in 3 days!!! Lake Pickle and Troy Ruiz sit down to dissect each hunt, and go over each and every detail to what made each of them successful!!

MIDWEST RUT KICK OFF: CALLING TIPS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:21:00 GMT

Every whitetail hunter in the Midwest dreams about the month of November, and there are fewer things more exciting than calling a buck into bow range!! We sit down to discuss anything and everything involving calling in whitetails. We talk Timing, tips and tactics, stand setups specifically for calling, what has worked for us in the past, as well as our own mistakes. We cover it all!!

MISSED OPPORTUNITIES

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 14:24:00 GMT

Lake sits down to catch up with Troy Ruiz and Jordan Blissett to get caught up on all the success they had while he and Brad were elk hunting out west. They talk about ways to still find success during the dreaded “lull” period of the season, current deer patterns they are seeing at Cottonmouth, and Lake tells about how he and Brad snuck in a little TOO CLOSE to the biggest deer on the whole property!!!

NEVADA PUBLIC LAND ELK HUNTING, A 19 YEAR WAIT

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 14:23:00 GMT

Brad Farris has waited 19 years to finally draw a tag for a public land elk hunt in Nevada. After a 3 day adventure spent hiking, glassing, and killing a great bull, Brad and Lake sit down to discuss the ins and outs of the hunt, what made them successful, and all the cutting-up and fun that happened along the way!

EARLY SEASON BUCK ACTION FROM COTTONMOUTH

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 14:22:00 GMT

Lake Pickle and Jordan Blissett have experienced the current action from Cottonmouth first-hand. They sit down to discuss successful hunts, what made those hunts work, and a few funny mishaps in camp that happened along the way!!

BACK AT COTTONMOUTH WITH WILL PRIMOS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 14:19:00 GMT

Will and Lake sit down to discuss the deer hunting action from the first week back at Cottonmouth, and also answer some of the questions sent in from listeners.

Egg Eating Lizards, Whistlers, and Roadless Rules

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Plot twist! We are not in Africa.....yet. boy, oh boy did the news stack up quick before our departure though. In this episode, we'll cover crooked politics, turkey egg eating lizards from Argentina, and a new hunting season being opened in Louisiana. Check it out!

Ducks, Pheasants, & Bucks Oh My

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:22:00 GMT

Lake has been gone for two weeks chasing ducks, pheasants, and whitetail bucks in the

Dakotas. Jordan has finally taken to the deer woods and found success, and he also has a pretty cool story about getting back his bow that he bought he was 15 years old. This episode is chock full of stories you won't want to miss. Check it out!

A Life Changing Hunting Trip- STL on Safari

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:38:51 GMT

Jordan I just got back- as in, got back yesterday- from a week-long safari in Zululand with Garry Kelly Safaris. I am not exaggerating when we say it was a life-changing experience. In this episode we talk with Cullen Kelly and Murray Clayton, our to PHs (professional hunters) for this trip about some of the adventures and hunts we got into. The most important part of this conversation to me, however, is when we go over some of the biggest and common misunderstanding about African hunting, especially in South Africa. Whatever you're up to, I can promise this one is worth bending your ear. Heck, you may even hear Jordan talk about getting charged by an elephant. Check it out!

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Bonus: What You Need To Know For Booking International Hunts

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Since our recent episodes about safari and Africa we had a lot of inquiries about booking, travel logistics, and just some general guidelines about do's and don'ts for international hunts. Look, I get it. If you haven't done it, it can seem intimidating but with the right preparation it is very doable.

I hope you find this helpful and if any of you have more questions or think I didn't cover something, reach out

email us: thestlpod@gmail.com

Bad Doe Hunters, Better Story Tellers

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:54:17 GMT

Last week we made the commitment to try a new style of deer hunting before the next episode came out, and we kept our promise. This week's episode was recorded right after we returned from the whitetail woods and learned exactly what not do in terms of calling in a doe. We also discuss a new project for Jordan in the habitat segment, a 200-inch deer killed in Mississippi in an unorthodox and comical manor, a 101-year-old man killing a buck, and the continuing controversy surrounding the upcoming vote on mountain lion hunting in Colorado. Check it out.

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Bonus: How We Got Ready For Our Hunt

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

In this bonus episode we will be talking about a topic that cannot be over-emphasized. Practice. It may seem rudimentary, but I'm telling you because of all the practice we did, we came to Africa more confidently than I have ever approached any other hunt. In this episode we will break down exactly what we did, the drills, the numbers, and why we did all of it. Check it out!

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Turtle Lawsuits

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

It has been an oddly busy week in local outdoor news. It's also been very hot. This episode involves trail cam talk, some very early beginnings of 26/27 deer strategy and some very interesting news updates. such as:

- a turtle lawsuit in Mississippi

- people losing their minds over black bears

- a corps of engineers lake controversy

and more! Check it out!

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Public Lands For Sale & And Private Property Deer

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 20 May 2025 10:33:23 GMT

big news around the hunting and fishing space week. Thousands of acres of public land are possibly being put up for sale, and they are trying to make deer private property in Alabama. We are here to talk about both and give a few updates between Jordan and myself. Check it out!

for more info on public land sales click here:

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For more info on the proposed high fence laws in Alabama click here:

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They're banning hunting with dogs, allegedly

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT

This week we have a hot off the press lineup of stories and current news from the hunting world. The turkey stamp is now available in Mississippi, which I believe to be a huge conservation win. In less positive news, MS House bill 828- called the "Fair Chase Act" is potentially going to put a stop to hunting with dogs on public land and on Private land that is less than 2000 contiguous acres. This is would be significant rule change. We discuss it all here. Check it out!

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An Elk Hunting Story Or Two

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:16:40 GMT

The whole team is out elk hunting. All of us are scattered across New Mexico and Arizona. In this episode, I do my best to give a detailed update on everything that has taken place so far. There's been some close calls, some bad decisions, scattered success, and several lessons learned. Enjoy!

SPECIAL DROP- Turkey Hunting with a Kidney Stone- Stories From The Spring Woods Series

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Gary Simons has been a dear friend of mine for a long, long time. The first place we met was at the church that I grew up in when I was just a kid. He was my sunday school teacher for a time, and he was also someone that also had a reputation for being a good turkey hunter, and also someone who was alway willing to take a kid hunting. In this conversation, Mr. Gary has a couple of turkey hunting stories lined up for us, and trust me, you'll want to listen to all of them! Check it out!

The Truth 1 About Spring Turkey Hunting- with Will Primos - STL Archives

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:29:00 GMT

This week we are going deep into the STL archives to the first spring turkey episode we ever did. It was an interview with the one and only, Wilbur Primos about an in depth look at the first video Primos Hunting ever made, The Truth 1 About Spring Turkey Hunting. One could argue that this video in many ways, was cornerstone piece of content for the culture of turkey hunting we live and enjoy now. Check it out!

UFC FIGHTER CHAD MENDES

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 14:45:00 GMT

Chad Mendes is more than just an incredible and successful fighter in the UFC. He’s also an avid outdoorsman that has been hunting his whole life. In this episode, Lake talks with Chad about his beginnings in the outdoors, how he balances his hunting with his busy fighting schedule, using his wildgame meat for food during training camps, and swap some fun hunting stories!

THE HUNTING PUBLIC WITH AARON WARBRITTON

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 17 May 2018 14:43:00 GMT

Aaron Warbritton is one of the hosts of the new online video series, The Hunting Public. He is also one of the best out there when it comes to being consistently successful on public lands all across the country. In this episode, we talk with Aaron about some of the strategies he and the team use to find and kill turkeys. We also talk about some of the struggles they have faced this spring, and what the future looks like for The Hunting Public’s upcoming video content.

Spooking Turkeys Is For Losers- STL Archives

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:12:44 GMT

There is few feelings worse to a turkey hunter than spooking a turkey. It's the worst possible outcome. In this episode we dive into common problems and reasons we have run into that led to us spooking turkeys and talk about steps that can be taken to keep from doing it. Check it out!

How To Get In To The Hunting Industry

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 14:34:49 GMT

"How do I get in to the hunting industry?" is probably the most commonly asked question that we get. Ben Brettingen, Executive Producer and Head of Marketing for Primos Hunting, and myself dive into each of our individual stories of how we got started in the industry. We go at this topic in full detail covering, filming, photography, how to get your name out there, who to reach out to, internship opportunities to look into, etc. If you are wanting to get in to the industry, This podcast could very helpful to you.

MEMORIAL DAY WITH TOM FULLER

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 29 May 2018 14:44:00 GMT

Memorial Day is special day for our country. In this special episode we talk with our good friend, Tom Fuller, who served in the military for over 20 years, most of that time being spent as an Army Ranger. We discuss the importance of Memorial Day, and about an incredible organization called Ranger Road that Tom works with that helps veterans transition from military to civilian life.

It's The Most Wonderful Time of The Hunting Year

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 07:32:00 GMT

For the hunter who resides in the southeastern part of the United State, the best time of year for fall and winter hunting season is upon us! The Rut is going to be kicking off soon, duck season is finally open, and we have some actual cold weather to look forward to. Subjects discussed in this episode include, the follies of getting back into archery whitetail hunting after taking time off, Jordan's Big Black River Buck, Duck season at Francis Bay and Lake's duck camp. Check it out!

Back Breaking Yelps

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT

One thing is for sure, Neither Jordan or myself are as young as we were when we kicked this podcast off in 2017. The current ailments we find ourselves dealing with are both inconvenient and comical at the same time. However, I heard a wise man once say, it is what it is. In this episode, we talk about getting old, cagey turkeys, thicket turkeys, and dead turkeys. They all have place in our hearts. Check it out!

Deer Buzzards?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:22:00 GMT

As we move further into the peak hunting time of year for fall and winter hunting seasons in the Southeast, Jordan and Lake give updates to both of their most recent adventures in the woods. Everything from duck hunts in downtown Memphis to buzzards landing on a deer less than an hour after it had been shot. Check it out!

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Food Plottin' & Albino Deer

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:30:00 GMT

In this weeks episode you can expect:

-News updates about new CWD zones in Mississippi

- A Tragic Hunting Accident in South Africa

- Food plot planning and preparations

-Jordan's unexpected run-in with an albino deer fawn

Check it out

Python Roundups & New Land Practices

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Jordan got a new old truck, There is a huge python wrangling competition in Florida, red snapper season is in peril for recreational anglers, and Jordan has a new method for managing land in WRE tracts. Check it out!

Hanging By A Cedar Limb

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:32:58 GMT

The conclusion of last week's episode in a much satisfying fashion. It wasn't even close to being guaranteed, but man, we are so thankful the story of our hunt in Southeast Iowa ended the way it did. The story of this single day of hunting alone is a story all in itself, so we tried our best not to skip a single meaningful or exciting detail. Throughout the conversation you will hear us cover, the decision to move in aggressively, studying OnX to determine where to go, the art of picking the right tree, the trustworthiness of a cedar limb, Jordan's inability to not tinker, hearing a buck snort wheeze before seeing it, calling deer to the base of your tree, how it feels to shoot a buck of a lifetime, post-shot adrenaline dumps, and much more.

Public Land Turkey Hunting Etiquette BONUS Turkey Hunting Story

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:04:00 GMT

One undeniable fact in the current culture of turkey hunting is the popularity, or lack there of, in hunting on public land. Now, Jordan and I would never dare to claim expertise in this subject, but we have spent an awful lot of time kick around out there in the government woods. In this episode we take a look at some quick and practical tricks we have learned, as well as some very important topics on public land etiquette and how we think they should be handled. As always, this spring episode is capped with a turkey hunting story. Check it out!

BONUS EPISODE: Hunters Should Vote

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:11:22 GMT

This episode is about the simple act of getting out and voting. It is important, and election day is less than a week away.

Baker Leavitt joins us to discuss some shocking statistics about lack of hunter and outdoorsman participation in voting in America.

For more information on Vote4America:

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How To Find A Turkey

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 17:49:30 GMT

Sitting at the top of the long list of things it takes to consistenly kill turkeys, is the ability to find them. It may seem obvious, but if you're going to successfully hunt them, you need to know where they're at. In this episode Jordan and I focus on strategies that we've been taught, learned, and used over the years to make us better at finding turkeys to hunt. Everything from private and public land, land that's new to you, and tips of the traveling turkey hunter, this episode is all about making you better at finding a turkey.

Dodging Storms & Chasing Gobbles

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 19:22:10 GMT

To say a lot of action has taken place between this week and the last would be an understatement. Fortunately for us, the action on our hunt with Dave Owens picked up significantly. We were treated to one of the finest spring time spectacles a turkey hunter could ever ask for. Y'all will here the full story of that unfold in this episode. Y'all will also hear from our latest action in Alabama, including the story of successful hunt that just took place this morning!

The Most Celebrated Hunt In The South

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:01:00 GMT

There is only one time of year where the stars align in such a way that we are able to have a big social gathering, go on a hunt, watch college football, and celebrate the kick-off of fall hunting seasons. The opening day of dove season in the southeast is arguably most popular and most participated in hunt across the whole region. In this conversation we dive into telling some of our most interesting stories from the dove field- some are good, all are entertaining, and some are just a good reminder to be safe while hunting.

Wild Turkey Science- with Dr. Will Gulsby & Dr. Marcus Lashley

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 09:50:00 GMT

Dr. Gulsby and Dr. Lashley are two of the foremost experts in realm of wild turkeys. Today we join them to discuss some of the most nuanced and talked out subjects in the turkey hunting world today.

What to expect:

- the decline of turkey populations and its severity

-some states have changed their season framework. What's the impact?

- Are methods of take a genuine/plausible cause for concern?

-current research projects to pay attention to

and much more. Check it out!

Early Season Whitetail Scheming

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 10:03:00 GMT

We are one week into October. The weather has been warm, the rain has been scarce, and the deer reports have been few. However, we have been making the most of our time between finishing up food plot projects, staying sharp on archery, making plans for an unorthodox deer hunt, and more. We also check in with Jordan for the weekly habitat segment, as well as the upcoming Consumed videos. We round it out with a wild wolf story from Wisconsin, and new segment about wild game cooking.

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How To Be A Turkey Hunter's Wife

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:40:18 GMT

Spring turkey season can put a strain on any relationship. That is just a fact of life. With turkey season coming soon, we thought it best to get our wives, Jessi and Lacey, to sit down with us and answer a question that has plagued humanity for decades. How do you be a turkey hunter's wife?

All jokes aside, we wanted to dive in and figure out what spring turkey season means from our wives' perspectives. What are some things that would be helpful to know if you are taking your wife or girlfriend for the first time, and a whole lot more.

and of course, be sure to stick around for the turkey stories at the end. Check it out!

The Most Impactful Conservationist You've Never Heard Of- The Deep Dig Episodes #1

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:07:00 GMT

Welcome to the Dig Deep episodes, where we take a single subject and really try to dig in and see what we can learn and gain insight from. In this first episode, we decided to focus in on the incredible life of Fannye Cook. Fannye was a Mississippi native born in the late 1800s and dedicated her entire life to the natural resources of Mississippi. She is truly one of the most impactful conservationists this state has ever seen. If you have ever hunted, fished, camped, hiked, or enjoyed the natural resources of the Magnolia state, you owe this woman a debt of gratitude.

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Wilbur's Deer Calling Clinic

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 14:04:05 GMT

Fewer things are more exciting to a deer hunter than calling a buck into range. In this episode, we pick Will's brain on everything we can think about when it comes to successfully calling deer in. Different types of calls, using calls together in a sequence, rattling, timing, stand setups for calling. We cover all of it. This podcast episode is built for any and every whitetail hunter that has any interest in calling. Wilbur is a wealth of knowledge on the subject and he never hesitates to give us the good stuff. Check it out!

The History Of Whitetail Deer Restoration in Mississippi- The Deep Dig Episodes #2

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 06:15:46 GMT

Mississippi is presently known for being an extremely high deer density state. In fact, it has one of the highest deer densities in the entire United States. However, have you ever stopped to think if it has always been that way? You might be surprised to know that not too long ago, whitetail deer were almost completely wiped out of the state, and the sole reason they succeed today is because of very intentional conservation efforts. In this episode, we talk with MS deer program coordinator William McKinley about the history of deer here in Mississippi. #DigDeep

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Cautiously Optimistic: Quail in the Southeast Part 2

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:30:00 GMT

Last week we took our first in depth look into the story of Quail here in the southeast. We heard from a man who has lived and hunted quail in Mississippi long enough to recall a time when you woudn’t catch an odd look for pulling up to a Mississippi gas station with an english pointer in your truck. We also heard from a man who was born in raised in Tennessee, and grew an interest in quail mainly from the stories from his dad on how things used to be. Last week’s episode was meant to pull on your heart strings a tad, to possibly get you thinking about a type of hunting that maybe you haven’t tried yet. and maybe you haven’t tried it because it’s not readilly available to you like deer, squirrel, or turkey hunting is. Unfortunately, if you live in Mississippi or most other places in the southeast, it’s not readily available to you. But it used to be. This week we are going to dig hard into the question of why? why did we lose our quail and what caused it But first, before we dive in, I’m going to pose few questions to make you think and also get mind rolling in the right direction for what you’re going to hear in this episode. If you were to hop in your vehicle and take a drive around your neighborhood, down the local highway or interstate, down and old country road maybe- if you looked out the window- what would you see? Buildings? ag fields? pasture? blocks of timber? Whatever you see around where you live. Have you ever stopped to think if it’s always been that way? I’ve come to learn that what we grow up with we tend to assume that that’s just simply the way things have always been. The Mississippi that I’ve pretty much known my entire life has been dominated by vast stretches of pine plantation- but when I stop and think about it- it can’t have been like that always. that doesn’t occur naturally. so what was there before? What was there before? and if it hasn’t always been that way, what effects did it have when we made it that way?

Maycee Barber

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 Jul 2020 14:51:22 GMT

Maycee Barber is the #10 ranked fighter in the UFC flyweight division. She is also someone who loves to hunt, and simply just enjoys the outdoors. This conversation was both fun and incredibly interesting. It's one of those that you do not want to miss. We talk about all kinds of things including girl scout cookies, punching people in the face for a living, what it's like growing up in a hunting family, and getting ready for an archery elk hunt this upcoming September! Check it out!

A Different Deer Hunting Perspective

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:41:00 GMT

This week Lake shares the story of his latest public land deer hunting success, which spirals into a bigger conversation about how much the perspectives on deer hunting has changed and shifted in the past decade. There is also conversation about hunting products that make us mad, and trying to decide what to hunt during the month of November. Check it out!

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Can You Afford To Buy Hunting Land?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Jamey Nicholas is the Market President at Southern Ag Credit, which is a Mississippi locally owned cooperative lender that specializes specifically in helping people buy land out in the country, such as hunting land, timber land, agricultural land, farms, and country homes. In this episode we dive into the topic of buying land- common misconceptions about who can afford to buy land, the process a buyer goes through, getting pre-approved, surveys, appraisals, interest rates, and just the many things that can help anyone and everyone be more prepared when they start looking to find a place to call their own. Check it out!

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Breaking Into September: The New Elk Hunter's Guide to Success

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 15:54:31 GMT

This episode is built for the new elk hunter. For the hunter who is heading out west in September for the first time, the hunter who has gone a few seasons but never gotten the chance to kill one, and even for the hunter has killed an elk or two but is still learning. Get the perspective from two guys who are in the same position as you, but have gotten the opportunity to watch and learn from some of the best elk hunters out there. We go over everything from the gear we take, to our bow set ups, and even the thoughts that go through your head when that big bull is coming into bow range. This episode is full of good information from beginning to finish, and can make you more successful this upcoming elk season.

A Bucket List Hunt

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:40:48 GMT

Welcome back for the first episode of the 2023-2024 hunting season! If you have followed along with this show for a while, then you know we are a sucker for a good hunting story! This one involves a recent trip to the mountains of New Mexico for the enchanted month of September, when the air is crisp and the elk are bugling. Garrett Grey, Primos product manager, had the opportunity to have his first chance at an archery bull, and we were lucky enough to be there with from start to finish! Enjoy!

A Hunting Spot Worth Fighting Over?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 15:22:38 GMT

This week we are tackling the important questions. Is there such thing as a hunting spot worth fighting over? With most of Mississippi duck hunters singing the blues, where are all the ducks? Has anyone else seen a decrease in buck antler quality this season? If so, why? There's a lot covered in this episode. Check it out!

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Hope For A Native Game Bird: Quail in the Southeast Part 3

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:00:00 GMT

we are on the final piece of this quail in the southeast series. this is it. the last piece of the puzzle. the crossing of the finish line. the light at the end of the bobwhite tunnel. and I sincerely hope that you’ve enjoyed this as much as I have- quite frankly this is the most time and energy I’ve ever put into one topic and it’s been completely worth it. So let’s end strong, shall we? Last week we focused heavily on learning why or the many why’s I should probably say that caused us to lose our quail populations. We heard from subject experts Dr. Mark Mcconnel and Quail forever biologist john mark Curtis. they taught us more about quail habitat needs and the changes in our current landscape that gave us a better understanding as to why quail simply cannot exist here like they did in the past. This week is all about the present and the future. I think both are important to think about. This week we’ll hear from more subject experts to explain those to us and let us know how much, if any real hope there is for us to ever have a healthy population of quail again. and maybe, just maybe will hear just a little bit more from our dear friend, Jimmy Bryan. Kicking us off is Dr. James Martin- Dr. Martin is a wildlife professor at UGA- and was described to me by many as “The guy” when it comes to quail and quail research- I believe the most common sentiment was- if you’re gonna talk about quail then you have to talk to James Martin- so obviously I obliged-We start the conversation with personal story from Dr. Martin, as to how he became to be so interested and invested in quail.

Elk Hunting with Jay Scott

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:14:33 GMT

This week we’ll be talking elk with our friend Jay Scott. Jay has been chasing elk in some of the best areas in the country for over 20 years, making him a wealth of knowledge for all things related to elk hunting. We’ll discuss some of his favorite scouting, hunting, and calling techniques that can help anyone have a better chance at success this upcoming season. We'll also hear some fun stories from the past, as well some of the plans for this upcoming September!

The Hunter Chef Returns

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 14:25:46 GMT

Our friend Michael Hunter is back for round two with the STL Podcast. We discuss the challenges of operating a restaurant during a pandemic, rehash old stories of deboning deer legs in front of a vegan protests, and most importantly, we talk about his new cookbook that is coming out soon! Talking about cooking and wild foods is always a fun conversation and Michael is the perfect guest for it! Check it out!

Slinging Arrows With Muscadine Bloodline

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:59:08 GMT

Gary and Charlie of Muscadine Bloodline Traveled down to spend the weekend hunting with Jordan and Lake. Despite not having favorable weather, there were multiple arrows flung and good times had. Other topics covered include sketchy Maine motels, thrift store hunting hats, Jordan and Gary's Father's Day photo, Charlie's first archery hunting experience, and much more. Check it out!

The Little Optimistic Turkey Hunter That Could

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:27:00 GMT

We have new turkey content on YouTube right now! We discuss a hunt from the past spring with our good friend Dave Owens of the Pinhoti Project. If that's not a hunt to test your optimism and attitude, then I don't know what is. We also discuss some of the more common things that a turkey hunter could be doing right now to increase his odds of success in the spring that often gets put off or over looked. We also touch briefly on Jordan's new turkey gun, his homemade trigger jobs, the lore behind the Heartbreaker box call, and much more! Check it out!

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Horseback Hole Runners

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 07:45:00 GMT

We have all but reached the end of the 2024/2025 fall and winter hunting seasons. With the exciting new twist that Mississippi has decided to extend it's deer season into the first two days of February, we discuss all the current events including the season extension, Mississippi residents getting busted for keeping wild alligators in captivity, Riding horseback into a duck hole, and getting ready for prescribed burns. Check it out!

Kudzu Canyon

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 16:06:18 GMT

An update on the action at Kudzu, which includes not a only a successful hunting story, but also a very telling reason of why we call the place "Kudzu Bluffs." In this specific story, however, it might as well be referred to as a Kudzu canyon. This week's conversation also includes a duck hunt that didn't quite go as planned, the rare occurrence where the guy running the camera can see a deer but the hunter can't, and a very optimistic outlook on how this week of hunting is going to go.

Broken Hearts & Hard Lines

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:26:23 GMT

The changes that can take place in just a couple of days in the spring woods is astounding. We can say this confidently, because we've been in the spring woods virtually nonstop since season has opened. It's only been a few days since we spoke last, but man, a lot has transpired in that small window in time. We'll talk about our hunt with Kudzu with Wilbur and Clay Newcomb of MeatEater, we'll talk about the drawn out ballad-like turkey hunt that took place this past weekend with my older brother, and we'll talk about the crazy hunt Brad and I had just yesterday morning. Don't miss it!

What Do You Think?

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 07:01:00 GMT

A Mississippi seafood distributor and local restaurant busted for mislabeling fish, Arguments about CWD, whitetail twins having different fathers, this week's conversation has it all! Check it out!

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Wild Turkey Research Past & Present and Understanding Conservation Funding- Dig Deep #6

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:26:23 GMT

Adam Butler has been a wildlife biologist at the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks focused on wild turkeys since 2008. He has been the wild turkey program coordinator for the state since 2018. In his duration spent in these roles he spent vast amounts of time in the field, researching and studying wild turkeys. He's seen a lot, he's learned a lot, he's watched research change and update. We will make a bet with you that you can't go through this entire episode without learning at least one fun-fact you were unaware of! He also gives us some very interesting insight to how conservation is funded. Check it out!

The Struggle Bus

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 17:29:52 GMT

Every turkey hunter knows what its like to experience a streak of bad luck. Well, we had a whole week of it! In this episode we talk about about a Mishap filled week where we did nothing but get whipped day in and day out! It was entertaining to say the least! So come join us and for a few hard-learned lessons and maybe get a laugh or two at our expense!

The Hunting Public: Aaron Warbritton & Greg Clements

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:38:06 GMT

The Hunting Public is not only one of the most popular names in the hunting world right now, they are also some of the absolute best when it comes consistently finding and killing turkeys on public land. On this week's episode we talk with Aaron Warbritton and Greg Clements from THP to discuss some of the methods they use that make them so efficient at killing turkeys. Don't miss this episode!

LIVE From Starkville

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Join in on our first LIVE podcast experience from Rick's Cafe in Starkville, Mississippi. It's hard to put into words how awesome it felt to see that entire venue fill-up with Mossy Oak bottomland camo and like-minded turkey enthusiasts. The conversation started with a deep dive into the history of the wild turkey in Mississippi, and then went to swapping several old stories from the college years. We also dabbled lightly in topics concerning turkey hunting etiquette, pre-season scouting, and then ended on an ultra high-note when we opened the floor up to an audience Q&A. One thing is for sure; this episode doesn't have a dull moment.

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This Land Is Your Land

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:08:57 GMT

Join us for this special release episode as we discuss the the legislative proposal to turn Black Prairie Wildlife Management Area to private land ownership. This an issue that we care deeply about, seeing as it is taking place in our home state. We have researched this matter incessantly, to be sure to be able to present you first with facts, and then how we personally feel about it. Public lands are one one of the many great things we have in this country, and we will not sit idly by and watch them get taken away. Please do your part and let your voice be heard on this issue.

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A Father To The Fatherless: Father's in the Field

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:32:33 GMT

With it being the week before Father's Day, we wanted to do something special. Father's In The Field is an organization that specifically targets fatherless boys. Their mission is to rekindle and establish the spirit of boys who have been abandoned by their fathers; mentoring them one-on-one in life skills through outdoor activities, and by sharing a Christian understanding of our Heavenly Father’s love and sacrifice for His children. In this episode, we talk with FitT founder, John Smithbaker, about his story and heart for reaching fatherless boys all across this country.

Korey Cunningham

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 16:04:12 GMT

Arguably one of the most attractive things about outdoor lifestyle is that it draws in people from all walks of life. This week we are joined by our first ever NFL football player. Korey Cunningham of the Arizona Cardinals is a great guy and avid outdoorsman that we loved to have the chance to sit down and talk with. It's always a pleasure to hear stories from folks that weren't afraid to chase after their dreams, and the obstacles they had to overcome along the way. Not to mention the several funny hunting stories that were shared throughout.

Travis Tbone Turner

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 17:11:11 GMT

Travis Tbone Turner is one of the most liked and recognized faces in the hunting community. He's widely known for his humor, overall positivity, and his unmatched love for hunting. We got the chance to sit down with Tbone to hear his story from start to finish, and believe me, it was nothing short of entertaining, encouraging, and down right comical. Check it out!

A Turkey Habitat Success Story

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Turkey season is here!!! Well, in south florida turkey season is here. So that’s where you can find us! Jordan, his wife Jessi, and myself are at Blackbeard’s ranch and have had an incredible two days of hunting. We’ll be sure to fill you in on the action. Some of which is our best description of what it feels like to hear a turkey drumming in a tree before daylight! The meat of our conversation, however, is with our good friend and Blackbeard’s Ranch manager Jim Strickland. Jim has been a rancher for over 60 years, and is an absolute innovator, creative mind, and savant in finding ways to make agriculture and wildlife conservation successfully coincide. Seriously, if you have ANY interest in managing a property for wild turkeys, and other wildlife, this episode is completely worth the listen. We cover subjects such as prescribed burning, cost share programs, predator trapping, and so much more. Don’t miss it!

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DAVIS MOUNTAIN ELK HUNTING WITH BRAD FARRIS

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 14:17:00 GMT

Brad and Lake sit down to discuss their most recent Elk hunt in the Davis Mountains of West Texas! We talk about the history of elk in that area, dissect the hunts we had, and the calling types that made them successful. Brad also gives tips on how to get drawn back on an elk without getting spotted.

The Brothers Hunt

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 14:43:48 GMT

Full-time song writers and passionate outdoorsmen are words that accurately describe Dan and Reid of The Brothers Hunt. These two boys have a story worth telling and definitely worth you listening to. From having the desire to make it as songwriters in Nashville, living a in small houseboat to make ends meet, and finding time to hunt during all the madness. We talk about setting goals, life on the road, making backstrap poppers from roadkill deer, buck shaming,whether or not shooting a jake is okay, and much more. This episode isn't short on stories or laughs. Check it out!

Jon Langston

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 19:25:19 GMT

We got the chance to sit down with Country Music Artist, Jon Langston, to talk hunting, the path to a music career, the acceptable number of doves to miss, pandemic struggles, killing backyard gobblers, and much more! Jon is a great guy and gave us a great conversation! Check it out!

A Good Trade For Cord Wood

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 16:15:08 GMT

We laughed more recording this episode than any other we've done so far this fall. This one has stories of poorly placed conibear traps, Jordan's dad's high stakes trade for stack of cord wood, creative deer stand snacks, Troy's successful hunt at Kudzu, and more than we can mention! If you're looking for a stack of good stories, laughs, and some hunt talk, don't miss this episode!

Wading Rivers, Boundary Waters, and Hunt Ruiners

Lake Pickle & Jordan Blissett — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Join us for this unique STL episode as we cover some hot-off-the-press hunting stories, some very important news regarding public lands, and discussions of how deer should hibernate during the spring. Check it out!