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A podcast for hunters, by hunters. Share our love and knowledge for the great outdoors. Hunting, fishing, shooting, guns, gear and a few hunting stories. Take a walk into the wild with us, and let the adventure begin!

Jon Yawn, Keene Wilson


    • Dec 1, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 19m AVG DURATION
    • 39 EPISODES


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    Episode 38: The Host's 2023 Gift Guide For The Outdoors

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 51:10


    It's Holliday season, so we are on the hunt for the perfect gifts for our loved ones. Jon and Keene sit down and discuss some ideas for the ones who love the outdoors that can be labeled as 'Hard to shop for'. Big Texas 'Thank You' to our sponsors for this episode: Mout's Barbeque- Winnie, TX Alligator Sausage Co.- Winnie, TX Like, share, follow, subscribe, rate and review: https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Take advantage of our promo codes: https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 37: Hot On The Trail- Jeff Glende/ Redline Tracking

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 85:01


    Jeff Glende joins BTOP again to share some of the wild adventures he's had in the woods. Jeff and his dogs track wounded deer all over East and Southeast Texas. Join in and hear how Jeff operates his day to day tracking deer through the thick brush to recover deer. A Big Texas thank you to our sponsors for this episode: Mout's Barbeque- Winnie, Tx Alligator Sausage Co.- Winnie, TX Like, share, follow, subscribe, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Take advantage of our promo codes: https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://silvermansound.com

    Episode 36: South Texas Tales- Jacob Birdwell

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 47:36


    Keene is joined by long time friend, Jacob Birdwell. They discuss their most recent trip to South Texas, to hunt whitetail, and dive into how different the deer are built down there. Jacob shares his passion for hog hunting with his A-Team of dogs, and how he helps to introduce the younger generation to the sport. A Big Texas thank you to our sponsors for this episode: Mout's Barbeque- Winnie, Tx Alligator Sausage Co.- Winnie, Tx Like, share, follow, subscribe, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Take advantage of our promo codes: https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Gun Vault 001- Personal Favorites

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 30:38


    Our start of a new series, of everything firearms related. Big Texas Outdoors- Gun Vault. Jon goes over some of his personal favorites, that he loves to take out to the range or in the field. Like, share, follow, subscribe, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Episode 35: Top 10 Hunting/Fishing Trips- Kyle White

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 63:19


    Jon has his lifelong friend, and fellow podcaster, on the show. Kyle has a podcast doing top ten lists of various topics, so of course we go over our top ten hunting and fishing dream spots. Be sure and check out Kyle's Another Top Ten Podcast. A Big Texas thank you to this shows sponsors: Alligator Sausage Co. Mout's Barbeque Like, share, follow, subscribe, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 34: It's DAW-Tree!- Combat Waterfowl- Robert Brewer and Ethan Daughtry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 91:07


    Robert Brewer and Ethan Daughtry, of Combat Waterfowl, join us at the lodge. They give their backstory on how Ethan started as an influencer, to becoming an employee of Combat Waterfowl. Ethan talks on becoming big time on TikTok, his traumas and troubles as a teenager, and how he's turned it around to make a positive impact on people's life. Ethan and Robert pride themselves on doing what is right, and they've done that for each other over the years. A Big Texas thank you to our sponsors: Mout's Barbeque Alligator Sausage Co. https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Like, share, follow, subscribe, rate and review https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 33: True To The Sport with Combat Waterfowl- Robert Brewer and Chad McCown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 102:10


    Robert Brewer, owner of Combat Waterfowl, came down to Southeast Texas. He stayed with a mutual friend of ours, Chad "Big Bad Chad" McCown. We discuss the shenanigans they've been up to while he's been in town. Hunting our early season teal, and getting some monster gators. We learn how Combat Waterfowl got its start, how Robert has harvested all 41 species of waterfowl in North America, his hunting plans for the season, and the love we have for our dogs. Be Sure to check out Combat Waterfowl's apparel, and follow them on their social media. https://www.combatwaterfowl.com Like, share, subscribe, rate and review: https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast A Big Texas thanks to our sponsors: Mout's Barbeque Alligator Sausage Co. Take advantage of our promo codes and save at: https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 32: Southern Loon Retrievers- Zach Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 100:37


    Zach Miller, owner of Southern Loon Retrievers, hit the road from Florida, and stopped in at the lodge to visit. Zach comes from a family of dog trainers, he's been doing this his whole life. He has owned kennels from Pennsylvania to Florida. He made the trip west to hunt our Texas teal season with some friends. Zach makes content on training tips on his instagram and TikTok, so be sure and check him out there. It was awesome to finally meet him and have him on the show. We'd like to give a Big Texas thanks to our sponsors: Mout's Barbeque Alligator Sausage Co. Take advantage of our promo codes: https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 31: Zebra Spaghetti- Aislinn Phelan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 75:34


    Aislinn Phelan joins us at the lodge, to share her hunting and fishing adventures. She also talks on how she is advocating for getting more women out in the fields and waters to enjoy the outdoors. She is a hardcore outdoorswoman who is always prepared. Hope you packed your snackle box, because Aislinn surely did. Rate and review the show! Big Texas thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Alligator Sausage Co. Mout's Barbeque Follow us on our socials: linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 30: Twinning is Winning?- Justin Devillier

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 122:58


    Justin Devillier joins us again, ready for the soon upcoming hunting season. Since he was last on the show, he has picked up a few new hobbies. He's been working on equipment, selling used boats, all in preparation of our upcoming teal season. It's always a pleasure having him at the lodge, so pull up a chair and enjoy! Rate and review the show! Big Texas thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Alligator Sausage Co. Mout's Barbeque Follow us on our socials: linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 29: Finger Food- Tony Viator

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 90:12


    Avid outdoorsman, Tony Viator, joins us this week to talk of his many adventures. Competing in the Elite Redfish Series, waterfowl hunting over the years, pioneering the sub 12 gauge craze on Pipkin Ranch, guiding hunts in Montana, and hunting for alligators. The man is a wealth of knowledge, and it was a blast getting to talk with him. So pull up a barstool, pop a top, and join us for this week's episode! Follow us on our social media, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Take advantage of our promo codes today! https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 28: Fighting for the Flitz- Garrett Landers and Chad McCown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 127:05


    Chad is back to talk guns, and he invited his friend, Garrett Landers. Garrett is the owner of Landers Weapon Systems, they specialize in Glock mods. Come take the deep dive with these 2 gunsmiths as we discuss rifles, handguns, and MURDER YOGA! Check out Garrett's work at www.landersweaponsystems.com and take advantage of the promo code! Follow us on our socials! https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast https://www.fowlfollower.com https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 27: Marsh Master Redemption- Chad McCown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 91:47


    Chad McCown visits the lodge, to talk duck hunting with Daisy, remembering hunting deer with dogs, using fishing electronics, and tells us a few stories from contracting in Afghanistan. This has been a long awaited guest for the Big Texas crew, so pull up a seat, and enjoy the stories told on this episode. https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https://www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 26: The Rifle of 1812- Boone Howard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 63:55


    Keene's baby brother, Boone Howard, joins us to partake in our shenanigans. Boone is active duty in the U.S. Army, and came back home on leave to visit family. He has done a lot of hunting with Keene over the years, so we had to get his side of the story. So join in and hear about the adventures, and find out where you can find Alaskan moose. https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com https:// www.fowlfollower.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 25: The Chupacabra Weimaraner- Colby Ogden

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 77:40


    Colby joins us to talk of his college fishing team days, duck hunting, team roping and other wild stories he's had with his friends. https://fowlfollower.com https://dirtyduckcoffee.com linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://silvermansound.com

    Episode 24: The Statewide Hunting Guide Part 2- Joe Peddy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 88:13


    Part 2 of our conversation with Joe Peddy. He talks of his trapping business he runs, tournament fishing saltwater, the bucket list fish, and making jerky and sausage. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 23: The Statewide Hunting Guide Part 1- Joe Peddy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 64:41


    The man that got Keene into waterfowl hunting, Joe Peddy, joins us on the podcast. We reflect on his past turkey season in South Texas, where his son, Chase, filled a tag on his first turkey. He also gives us the run down on being a duck hunting guide with Keene, and gives us the real story of when Keene was "attacked" by an alligator. Be sure and stay tuned for Part 2 of this podcast, to hear more wild adventures, and what Joe has planned for the future. Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com https://www.fowlfollower.com https://www.dirtyduckcoffee.com

    Episode 22: Full Time Coyote Hunter, Part Time Gnat-ologist- Justin Devillier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 80:26


    Justin Devillier joins us again to share his turkey hunt in the Hill Country of Texas, updates us on his new boat that hasn't seen the first drop of water, and shares with us how to have fish that isn't fried. https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast fowlfollower.com dirtyduckcoffee.com Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 21: A Hunter Well Traveled- Chad Pierce

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 103:04


    We sat down with Chad Pierce, and talked all things public hunting. Join in and hear his wild stories of hunting the public, in Texas and out of state. His journey has brought him many places and made him many friends along the way. https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers- https://silvermansound.com

    Episode 20: The Texas Halibut Angler- Jackie Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 76:32


    China, Texas native, Jackie Wilson, joins the BTOP crew to talk about some of his personal accounts of hunting and fishing. Hear how Keene's netting skills let a big one get away, and how Jackie had a run in with the wrong cactus just in time for high school graduation. https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 19: The Call of the Coyotes- Justin Devillier

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 83:32


    Jon and Keene sit down with Justin Devillier to talk fishing the bays, coyotes vs. bobcats, and West Texas Aoudad. Listen in on this Southeast Texas native's many adventures across The Great State. https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 18: Tales from the Bearded Wonder- John Breeden

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 121:52


    John Breeden sits down with Keene Wilson and Jon Yawn, and shares his many tales of waterfowl hunting across the United States. Tune in to hear from the man himself who hunts EVERY DAY of the waterfowl season, find out what his gun of choice is, and the infamous 3 inch thick ribeye. https://linktr.ee/bigtexasoutdoorspodcast Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 17: Turkeys aren't smart, they're just scared- with Fowl Follower

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 95:41


    Taylor and Cameron with Fowl Follower join us to share their experiences of diving into the apparel industry in a time of short supply. Also, how it wouldn't kill people to have a little decency hunting the public marsh, and hunting some dumb turkeys may be harder than it seems. Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 16: Q&A with Jon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 44:00


    Jon answers some of the questions that have been sent in to the podcast. Dream hunts, big game vs waterfowl, budget do all rifles, favorite experience in the Texas outdoors, building an AR for coyote hunting, and the best shotgun for a beginner. If you have any questions you would like to ask, reach out to us on social media and we will feature it on our show. Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 15: Family, Friends and Outdoors with Brick & Holler

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 74:20


    Thad and Elijah of Brick & Holler Outdoors join Jon on the show, sharing the idea that started the business they have today. They bring their family values and love for the outdoors, and pour it into the outdoor apparel they make. They also share some fond memories of their outdoor experiences growing up, and share how they wish to pass it along to their kids.  Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 14: Hammer Down! Remington's brand new 360 BuckHammer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2023 55:34


    Colton and Jon talk about Remington's newest SHOT show release of the 360 BuckHammer. Covering rifles available in the new caliber, and some ballistics comparison to its predecessor and its competition. Music: Hard Sell Hotel by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    Episode 13: Gear Heads- Cutter Cornett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2023 96:14


    Cutter Cornett comes back on the show to talk gear with Jon. Big game gear, whitetail gear, and waterfowl gear. Tell us what some of your favorite gear is!

    Episode 12: Return of the red headed stranger- Keene Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2023 69:53


    Keene Wilson returns to the show. Talks of the Dos and Don'ts of hunting on a guided hunt from the customer's perspective, guns and hunting stories, and if the Sitka waders are worth it.

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    Episode 11: What to expect, when you're expecting....to hunt!!- Laurel Banister

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 49:22


    Jon talks with his guest and girlfriend, Laurel, about the expectations of her first ever hunt. What to wear, what to pack, to how much work will go into it. Join us as we dive into the thoughts of a first time hunter!

    Episode 10: The man from Knee-Braska!- Barrett Fischer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 75:51


    Nebraska resident Barrett Fischer came down to enjoy some warmer cold weather with family for Christmas, and came by to talk of his hunting experiences. Join us as we talk about hunting western big game on horseback, hunting pheasant with labs, and how duck hunting is done in the great state of Nebraska.

    Episode 9: The Christmas Gift Guide for the Hunter in Your Life- Laurel Banister

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 42:19


    Jon's girlfriend, Laurel Banister, joins the show to go over gift ideas for the 'hard to shop for' hunters out there. Use these ideas to your advantage for Black Friday as we shift into high gear to prepare for Christmas season!

    Episode 8: Back to the basics with Tagged and Banded Outdoors Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 126:10


    Jon has Jeremy and Chance with Tagged and Banded on the episode, and talk on what got them hooked on hunting. They share hunting stories and their thoughts on selecting gear for those beginning to hunt.

    Episode 7: From field to mantle- Chas Majors

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 54:38


    Chas Majors, owner of Rockin' C Taxidermy, joins the show and shares helpful tips on skinning, caping, capping, storage and care of your trophy before and after it goes to the taxidermist. Check out the video podcast on YouTube, and be sure to follow. Also follow us on Facebook, instagram, Apple Podcast and Spotify.

    Episode 6: A bison in Downtown Galveston-Holly Hearn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 88:31


    This week Holly Hearn, Owner and Chef of Game Girl Gourmet, stopped by to visit. Join us as we talk on how her business came about, and where her business has taken her.

    Episode 5: That dog'll hunt Pt. 2- Jeff Glende

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2022 74:09


    Jeff Glende, owner/operator of RedLine Tracking, joins us and shares the many adventures of deer recovery, how this all got started for him, the ins and outs of the legalities of tracking game, and what to expect when call in the dogs.

    Episode 4: That dog'll hunt Pt. 1- Jeff Glende

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 81:46


    Jeff Glende, owner/operator of RedLine Tracking, joins us and shares the many adventures of deer recovery, how this all got started for him, the ins and outs of the legalities of tracking game, and what to expect when call in the dogs.

    Episode 3: The Legend of Ginger Stache- Keene Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2022 73:32


    The man himself, Keene Wilson, takes us on a wild adventure of getting attacked by a gator, how he got his Burt Reynolds bear rug, and almost taking a ride on the back of a mule deer.

    Episode 2: Colton DOES NOT own the night

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 75:30


    Host Colton Bresee and Jon Yawn discuss knives, favorite optics, one rifle to do it all, sidearms, and how they pass the time waiting on whitetail to show up.

    Episode 1: Pigeons are gross- Cutter Cornett

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2022 67:35


    Jon has guest and long time friend Cutter Cornett to kick off the first episode. Conversations about previous hunts, and good times spent afield. 

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