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The Lone Star Outdoor Show podcast, hosted by Cable Smith, is a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts in the great state of Texas and beyond. As a fellow Texan, I can't help but appreciate Cable's dedication to hunting and fishing in our Lone Star state. The show offers a wide variety of guests who share their expertise and experiences, making each episode unique and informative.
One of the best aspects of The Lone Star Outdoor Show is its focus on hunting and fishing not only in Texas but also across the nation. Cable delivers great hunting information that is relevant to all hunters, regardless of their location. The show covers a range of topics such as equipment reviews, hunting tactics, conservation efforts, and even some bucket list hunts. This variety ensures that there's always something new to learn or discover, keeping listeners engaged and motivated.
Moreover, Cable's interviews with guests are always enjoyable and insightful. He manages to create an easygoing atmosphere where guests feel comfortable sharing their knowledge and experiences. Whether it's familiar faces or new voices in the outdoor industry, each guest brings their own unique perspective to the table. This diversity keeps the show fresh and exciting.
Another highlight of The Lone Star Outdoor Show is its commitment to addressing the challenges faced by hunters and anglers today. Cable doesn't shy away from discussing hard-hitting issues related to conservation or wildlife management. He sheds light on these challenges while providing thought-provoking discussions that encourage listeners to think more deeply about these topics.
Although it's challenging to find any faults with this podcast, if there's one minor drawback, it would be that occasionally some episodes may not resonate as strongly with those who aren't avid hunters or anglers. However, even for those who don't have a strong interest in these activities, there are still valuable takeaways from each episode.
In conclusion, The Lone Star Outdoor Show podcast hosted by Cable Smith is a must-listen for anyone interested in hunting, fishing, conservation, and the great outdoors. Cable's dedication to his craft, wide variety of guests, and ability to address important issues make this show a truly enjoyable and educational experience. Whether you're a Texan or not, this podcast is definitely worth your time.
This one is from the vault. We talk spear gun hunting for invasive lion fish with Captain Tony Young out of the Florida Keys. Then we check in with Wired2Fish's Walker Smith for a discussion on all things buzz bait fishing for big bucketmouths.
We've seen it in most Western states by now. Substantial fee increases on non-resident tags, licenses and even the application process seem to be the norm these days. Oklahoma, however, doesn't have the traditional western species to offer hunters and yet they keep sticking it to out of staters at every turn. What they do [...]
Passionate big game hunter, firearms author and podcast host Joseph Von Benedikt joins the show today. We dive into some caliber talk pertaining to legendary hunting options like .300 Win Mag and 7 mag and discuss whether or not they've been antiquated technology with the new PRC counterparts hitting the market the past few years. [...]
Zach Gates of All Seasons Feeders and I have been friends for a long time. While I honestly don't know how many years I've worked with company his dad founded back in the 1980s, I know it's quite a few. On this episode, we discuss the joys of aging as things just don't work like [...]
Colorado native Ava Flanell joins us this week. The firearms instructor and host of the popular "Ava Flanell Show" podcast never intended to wade into politics but Colorado's transition to a completely blue state has left her with no alternative as she now finds herself fighting on the front lines for Coloradans. The 2nd Amendment [...]
Ducks Unlimited Senior Waterfowl Scientist Mike Brasher makes his return to the show. We recount his recent spring turkey success before shifting our attention to the state of waterfowl populations. Highlights from the conversation include: NAWCA Funding Status (North American Wetlands Conservation Act) Conservation as Bi-Partisian Prairie Pothole nesting conditions Early teal season cut from [...]
Perhaps no type of hunting is under fire more than the pursuit of felines in modern society. Disney is as much to blame for the anthropomorphism of mega fauna predators as any outlet, but that doesn't change the current state of affairs for those of us who love to hunt cats and our passion for [...]
Alexis Wilkins is as articulate and well put together as they come. The nationally recognized country recording artist is also a contributor for Prager U. Between making music and producing political content, she additionally has become the face of Women For Gun Rights . During this conversation we discuss the nefarious nature of the anti [...]
Where does the rubber meet the road on game fish populations and advances in technology? Much has been made of forward facing sonar (Live Scope) in recent years. Some anglers love it, others bemoan it. Various tournament trails for both bass and crappie fishermen even enforce it's legality differently. But whether you like it or [...]
On this episode of Campfire Conversations we sit down with NewsMax Columnist Drew Johnson. The Senor Fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research takes the opportunity to educate us on the reality that China is stealing our intellectual property and weakening our country in the process. This isn't a new phenomenon, but one [...]
Alaska has long been at the top of my bucket list. I imagine many of you are in the same boat. The main issue for most hunters and making that dream reality, however, is cost. Alaska is expensive. That's not an issue though for big game hunter and straight shooter Adam Grenda. He first stepped [...]
Scott "Kidd" Poteet has lived as interesting a life as just about anyone you'll come across. Although he isn't a huge outdoorsman, I'll never pass up the chance to visit with fascinating individuals, especially when it comes to our veterans. The retired Air Force Lt. Colonel logged over 400 combat hours in his 20 year [...]
We've all seen the massive red stag that New Zealand is know for. Most of those come off of high fence game preserves though. Not that there's anything wrong with that, I'd love to do that hunt someday. But what does the average New Zealander experience as far as hunting culture is concerned? Do they [...]
When National Rifle Association Board of Directors Jeff Knox reached out about possibly coming on the show, I was a bit skeptical. Not only because of the NRA's Wayne LaPierre caused PR nightmare of the past few years, but also because of a personal experience with the NRA that left a pretty sour taste in [...]
On this episode of Campfire Conversations I'm joined by American Sportfishing Association Southeast Fisheries Policy Director Martha Guyas. We discuss proposed bottom fishing closures by NOAA Fisheries and the impact it would have on Atlantic Coast anglers. Also, do we really have more red snapper than at anytime in modern history? And if so, why [...]
Josh Dahlke lives and breathes two things: whitetail deer and spring turkey hunting and with spring here, we devote today's episode to all things turkey hunting. The Minnesota native has multiple turkey slams under his belt and is set to embark on 2 straight months of chasing gobblers all over the Lower 48. Highlights from [...]
I learned quite a bit during this conversation with Purple Heart Homes Co-Founder John Gallina. In addition to learning about the amazing work Purple Heart Homes is doing for our veterans, I also learned that the Coast Guard can be deployed to active military combat zones as was the case for John and his unit [...]
Our old friend Linda Powell of Mossberg Firearms makes her return to the show this week. Perfect timing as well seeing that her two favorite hunting seasons are rapidly approaching in the form of spring turkey and black bear. We discuss the recent trend of turkey hunters switching from the classic 12 gauge to smaller [...]
Todd Wynn has lived a pretty fascinating life. He currently works as a lobbyist in Arizona, but previously served under Secretary of Interior Zinke during Trump's first term. We discuss that experience and get Todd's take on how Trump's current administration will go forward with energy exploration on some of our public land. A passionate [...]
Park Cities and Quail Coalition Executive Director and lifelong quail hunter Jay Stine makes his return to the studio this week. We talk English Pointers, Cocker Spaniels and the allure of upland hunting with small bore shotguns before diving into the latest on the quail conservation and research front. While the boom or bust nature [...]
Our longtime friend Brian Lynn makes his return on this episode. The Sportsmen's Alliance VP has seen it all when it comes to anti hunting organizations and their attack on hunters and conservationists under the guise that somehow they are protecting our wildlife and wild spaces. The "Sue and Settle" model is how they stay [...]
If you have an affinity for Western big game then you're in the right place. Nosler's Madi Woodward joins us this week to discuss a fall hunting season that was one of the books! Highlights from the episode include: Nosler's Whitetail Country ammunition line set to expand in 2025 Trophy Pronghorn hunt that took 16 [...]
Retired Wildlife Biologist and former government employee Mike Bodenchuk has been there and done that when it comes to managing wildlife. A former state hired beaver trapper who worked his way up the food chain to ultimately serve as the head of Texas 150 state hired trappers within the Texas Wildlife Commission, Mike gives us [...]
I sat down with our old friend and Silencer Central founder/CEO Brandon Maddox at the recent Safari Club International show in Nashville. Brandon shares some of his recent adventures wolf hunting in negative 20 degree weather in Ontario. Imagine freezing your butt off for 12 hours straight, not eating anything or even taking a leak [...]
Do you trust your state wildlife agency? That is a huge question mark for many landowners when it comes to working with state wildlife agencies when it comes to large carnivore management. Some agencies have proven to have been infiltrated by anti hunting ideologies, others seem to often care more about the almighty dollar than [...]
Author Paul Greenberg makes his return to the show this week, and if Paul is here then you know the conversation will steer towards fishing. The longtime New York City native is one of my favorite fishing/fisheries authors and we always have an interesting conversation. During this visit we take a deep dive into the [...]
Had a lot of fun sitting down with a couple old friends in Huntin' Fool's Austin Atkinson and Montana Knife Company's Braxton Byers (formerly of Huntin' Fool). We all sat down at the recent Safari Club International convention in Nashville and had one heck of a roundtable discussion centered on Western big game hunting with [...]
Lifelong Utahan Ben Dettamanti (aka Shed Crazy) joins the show this week. Ben and I met at the Vortex Optics Ambassador Summit in Wisconsin this past summer and had much more in common than I thought. The main major difference is he lives and breathes shed hunting while I don't quite get the allure. However, [...]
Ryan Warhola and I have become good friends over the past handful of years. The former cop, turned off shore fishing captain now runs a multi million dollar industrial company as a result of a relationship forged in the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The lifelong outdoorsman cut his teeth hunting and fishing [...]
Tarif Alkhatib is no stranger to arrowing giant North Texas bucks. He holds the typical archery record for Grayson County at 199 inches. He's also no stranger to joining us in studio to share his successes and expertise on hunting mature, booner caliber bucks. When he sent me the photo and story of this season's [...]
This was a trip two years in the making and one that I'd wanted to check off the bucketlist for some time. Kent Cartridge actually set this trip up for 2023 but a bad weather system saw last year's trip postponed at the last minute. That only added to the anticipation of what the Eastern [...]
Trapping is a time honored tradition throughout human history. Whether the game is pursued for food, hides, population control or monetary gain, it's an artform that dates back to the earliest days of mankind. I'm always impressed by those who've mastered the art and continue the tradition in modern times. Colt Morris certainly fits that [...]
We kick things off with a new duck recipe. If it's my cooking, then there's a greater than 50% chance it's going to be some kind of Tex/Mex preparation. We used the blue wing teal hearts from Henry and I's September teal hunt on the Texas coast. The Teal Heart Enchiladas didn't disappoint! I [...]
There is some level of satisfaction in battling extreme elements and coming out on top while hunting. However, being comfortable in those environments means you can stay out longer and put more time in afield. Our good friend Will Cooper of GSM Outdoors joins us on this episode to talk about some of the late [...]
The 2nd Amendment isn't up for negotiation. The left continues to tirelessly attack our protected rights on the state and federal levels. So who is looking out for us? If you aren't familiar with Gun Owners of America, then this conversation is one you need to hear. If you're already a member or aware of [...]
The 2nd Amendment isn't up for negotiation. The left continues to tirelessly attack our protected rights on the state and federal levels. So who is looking out for us? If you aren't familiar with Gun Owners of America, then this conversation is one you need to hear. If you're already a member or aware of [...]
"Drill Baby, Drill" is a controversial statement for some hunters and conservationists. Why is that? Our longtime friend of the show Gabriella Hoffman of the District of Conservation Podcast makes her return this week. The D.C. area Conservation Policy Analyst is as well versed on anyone when it comes to how energy policy and conservation [...]
Nothing brings me more satisfaction than watching my kids enjoy the great outdoors. So when Stella told me back during dove season that she wanted to shoot her first deer this fall, I was obviously thrilled. Of course there's also a level of anxiety that comes along with taking a kid on their first hunt [...]
Last week's election results signaled big wins for hunting, conservation and the 2nd Amendment. We say goodbye to Deb Halaand's dumpster fire regime as Secretary of Interior. Florida passes Amendment 2 - the Right to Hunt and Fish, anti gun gubernatorial hopeful Ryan Busse was thrashed in the Montana governor's race and perhaps most importantly- [...]
Timber Cleghorn recently appeared on History Channel's hit series - Alone. The Season 11 contestant made it 83 days surviving the Artic Circle's harshest of conditions. More than his survival expertise and his ability to hunt, trap and fish to survive, it was Timber's faith that really drew me to him throughout the season. We [...]
One of my favorite new artists joins us in studio this week in the form of Logan Ryan. The pride of Gonzales, TX - Logan has one of the most unique and captivating sounds in the Red Dirt scene these days. Much like his peers Cody Jinks and Parker McCollum, I imagine there will come [...]
We live in the craziest time in human history and the outdoor industry isn't immune to that reality. Outdoor Life has long been one of my favorite publications. I've interviewed many of their writers multiple times over the past 15 years, as well as done shows on various subjects/individuals featured in said writings. So when [...]
September is my favorite month of the year for so many reasons. Hunting season kicks off with the September 1st dove opener, temps are starting to cool off and football arrives at the same time. Then you factor in bulls bugling across the Lower 48 and early teal season and yeah, it's tough to beat. [...]
Self deprecating humor has long been my favorite form of comedy and Nate Illingsworth has it down pat. The former fat kid has taken control of his life and hunting has given him a purpose to get into shape. A passionate bowhunter, Nate uses his social media channels and Just The Nip podcast to inspire [...]
Shallon Payne's family has thrived living on the land in Appalachia for as long as this country has existed. They're still doing the same today. So when the government used Hurricane Helene to close two massive swaths of public land to hunting for an entire year, it meant that their freezer would potentially be void [...]
The Gates family has a history as steeped in Texas hunting culture as any. 2nd Generation owner/operator of All Seasons Feeders and my good friend Zach Gates makes his return to the show this week. We discuss a bunch of topics but for both Zach and myself, it always seems to come back to quality [...]
Veteran, Podcaster, Free Thinker, Entrepreneur... those are just a few words that describe Dan Hollaway. The longtime host of the popular Drinkin' Bros and Citizen podcasts joins the show this week. Don't let the tattoos and cuss words fool you, Dan is as articulate and thoughtful as they come. He clearly has a unsatiated thirst [...]
Jack Mitchell (aka Captain Jack Spearo) grew up with a traditional spear gun in his hand. The lifelong Florida native joins the show to talk all things spear fishing this week. Moonlighting as a P.E. teacher during the week, he spends his weekends and holidays creating some of the most gnarly spear gun hunting adventures [...]
Gone are the days of pickup trucks, dog boxes and upland enthusiasts piling into small rural towns each fall. Quite simply, quail numbers aren't what they once were and leases with huntable populations are extremely expensive. However, there is still a little slice of paradise for the upland enthusiast in Northern Mexico. My longtime friend [...]
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has a bright future in the Republican Party. In this episode we discuss many issues currently facing America. Focal Points Include: social media censorship why this upcoming election is so important for the future of America Vote4America Kamala's plan to violate the Constitution when it comes to gun control Cable's [...]
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