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500 pounds of bait, 30 days of sweat equity, one week off work, and a shooter bear at full draw... → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get show notes and stories in our NEWSLETTER Our good buddy Joe Massey is here to pull the curtain back on his 30-day Ozark black bear bait hunt. Joe breaks down every dollar spent, every Friday afternoon in the summer heat filling barrels, and every bear that showed up on camera. If you've ever thought about hunting Ozark black bears, this is the episode that tells you everything you actually need to know before you spend a pretty penny. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Poncho Outdoors - Outfitting the modern outdoorsman (claim $10 off) Ember Shoals Outdoor Resort - Just steps from World-Class Trout Waters 0:00 – Welcome back Joe Massey 6:30 – The Real Cost of Bear Baiting: Food, Fuel, & Time Breakdown 20:00 – Seeing Bears on Camera 25:00 – Opening Day 32:00 – Face to face with a Black Bear 37:00 – Day 2 40:00 – To Be Continued... What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett, and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
Ozark Gospel Podcast - Episode 90 - Maintenance In Prayer - Matthew 6:9-13 - with special guests Buddy Dockum and Jesse Lafferty
Worship together is a celebration of who our God is and who we are in him.
This week, veteran Ozark fly guide, Steve Dally, keeps the garlic bread hot while stopping his boat from flipping over, we go full Iron Chef to find the next great streamer tyer, opt into the Wal-Mart lamb but pass on live grasshoppers, and get run off the road by a jellybean car on our way to the Love Fest.
This week, the Ozark original traditional folk trio “Harmony” recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with this talented trio. Harmony has been a mainstay on the Ozark Folk Center Stage for almost a half century. Their vocals, as one might suspect, center around stellar three part harmony. The group features the talents of Ozark Highlands Radio host Dave Smith on vocals, guitar and fiddle among other instruments. Rounding out the trio are husband & wife duo Robert and Mary Gillihan who both sing and are multi instrumentalists as well. Mary plays both bass and autoharp, while Robert covers the guitar and mandolin. Author, folklorist, and songwriter Charley Sandage presents an historical portrait of the people, events, and indomitable spirit of Ozark culture that resulted in the creation of the Ozark Folk Center State Park and an enduring legacy of music and craft. This episode focuses on the population and cultural impacts of the Ozark Folk Center State Park on the Stone County, Arkansas region. Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a rare recording of talented Ozark original folk singer Kay Thomas, performing her arrangement of the traditional song “All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.
Ozark Gospel Podcast - Episode 89 - Great Verses From John 14 - with special guest Dr Ron Adrian - John 14 - 9/22/26
The more we learn, the more we love.
Welcome to the Old Ozarks with Dr. Brooks Blevins... This week, we're boiling down sap and tuning up the shape notes — from the vanishing rituals of Ozark sugar camps to the banks of Big Sugar Creek, birthplace of one of gospel music's biggest names. We'll start with the sweet, half-forgotten world of sugarin' off time: granny gourds, alder spiles, kittles of boiling sap, and the snow-day treat known as a waxin', plus a tour of the sugar-flavored place names still dotting the map. Then it's on to the long sweetenin', the life of Albert E. Brumley — sharecropper's son turned shape-note prodigy under mentor Eugene Bartlett, Hartford Music Company songwriter, and eventual owner of Powell, Missouri's own gospel publishing empire. We'll trace hits like "Turn Your Radio On" and "Jesus Hold My Hand," and dig into the surprising, decades-long journey of his most famous song of all, "I'll Fly Away" — from a cotton field daydream to one of the most recorded songs in American history, claimed by gospel, country, and just about everybody in between. It's a story of how a little creek in southwestern Missouri became the symbolic heart of Southern gospel music. Let's dive into this episode of The Old Ozarks... What is The Old Ozarks? The Old Ozarks is your gateway to the forgotten history of the Ozarks. Hosted by renowned historian Dr. Brooks Blevins (the leading authority on the region's history), this podcast explores the lives, legends, and landscapes that have shaped this unique region. Whether you're a native Ozarker, a new resident, or a curious listener, join us as we share the stories that make the Ozarks special and connect us to our past.
For this limited series Gene is joined by the perfect guest for the subject: Brian Tramel, the owner, founder, and president of STSPod.club, and, more importantly for this story, a man who was right there in Jonesboro watching Ozark Mountain Wrestling unfold as it happened. This episode heads back to 1995, when Memphis wrestling was struggling, the USWA still considered Jonesboro part of its turf, and Bert Prentice decided to plant his flag in Arkansas with a promotion built on local talent, old-school promotion, TV exposure, sponsorships, giveaways, gimmick tables, and one hell of a lot of hustle. The heart of this episode is Bert Prentice as a promoter. Gene and Brian make it clear that Bert was not just some guy running outlaw shows. He understood how to work a town. He got TV. He walked into businesses. He sold sponsorships. He got free tickets into people's hands. He built a local identity. He made Jonesboro feel like Ozark Mountain Wrestling belonged to them, and that is why the promotion had a real buzz almost immediately. This episode also captures the strange space Ozark Mountain Wrestling occupied. It was technically an outlaw group in USWA territory, but it had television, local sponsorships, packed armory shows, real momentum, and a promoter who knew exactly how to squeeze every dollar out of the building without making the fans feel cheated. It was carny in the best possible wrestling sense. Part One only gets the story started, but it already shows why Ozark Mountain Wrestling is worth a serious look. This was not a footnote. It was a short lived promotion functioning as a “mini-territory” with big personalities, strong local heat, smart promotion, future stars, veterans, wild stories, and a very real place in the late territory wrestling landscape. For fans of Memphis Wrestling, USWA, Jonesboro wrestling history, Bert Prentice, Colorado Kid, Cactus Jack, The Spiders/Headbangers, and the last gasp of old school independent territory-style promotion, this is a must-listen. VIDEOCAST: https://youtu.be/aB_CL-fWYPE Check out our LINK OF ALL LINKS to watch the show and listen to our podcasts! linktr.ee/STSPOD Do you want these shows as soon as they are recorded? Join Patreon!! Subscribe now ! www.patreon.com/shootintheshiznit Vitality Chiropractic in Jonesboro and Newport, Arkansas, is a trusted haven for individuals seeking comprehensive chiropractic care. With a dedicated team of professionals, they prioritize spinal health and overall well-being. If you're looking for personalized and effective chiropractic services, reach out to them at (870) 523-2225 to experience their commitment to enhancing your health and vitality. Meal prep in Northeast Arkansas! 15% Off with our code STSPODCLUB at bare870.com. That's 15% off and use our code STSPODCLUB Go to bare870.com Trust Bare for your meal prep needs in Northeast Arkansas. Eat Better. Live Better. Paypal LINK ! py.pl/15aeX0 Link of all links: linktr.ee/STSPOD Search “Shooting The Shiznit” to LIKE the STSPOD FB page !! Sponsored by Did you love this week's episode?? Was it worth a $1 ? $2? $100?? Donate to STS by using the Cash app and sending $$$$ to: $BTSTS In partnership with Championship Wrestling on CW30! Every Saturday at Noon on YouTube. Follow them on Twitter: @cw30wrestling Do you wanna be a pro wrestler ? Go to championshipwrestlingmemphis.com and apply for classes that start soon !! LIVE MEMPHIS WRESTLING: EVENTS: tinyurl.com/Upcoming-Live-Event
Data could change how Missouri manages its best smallmouth creeks. → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get show notes and stories in our NEWSLETTER Ryan Walker is back for part two, and this time the conversation goes deep on conservation. For five years Ryan has been quietly logging every fish, every location, every date, building a citizen science dataset compelling enough to bring before Missouri's regs committee. He breaks down why current limits are too loose, why the spawn closure Missouri implemented is brilliant, and what he'd change tomorrow if given the keys to MDC. Whether you're 22 or 52, if you love these Ozark rivers, you need to understand what's at stake — and what one person with a notebook can actually do about it. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Poncho Outdoors - Outfitting the modern outdoorsman (claim $10 off) Ember Shoals Outdoor Resort - Just steps from World-Class Trout Waters 0:00 – 40 Years on the James River 5:00 – The Role of James River Basin Partnership 7:00 – Are Ozark Smallmouth Populations Actually Declining? 8:30 – What Citizen Science Actually Looks Like 13:00 – Why Ryan Hates Missouri's Current Smallmouth Regulations 16:00 – How to Approach MDC with Data 21:00 – The Keys to MDC Reg Changes 24:00 – Stream bank restoration What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett, and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
Ozark Gospel Podcast - Episode 88 - Clay Pots - with special guest Kris Essary - 2 Cor 4 1-18
Coming together embodies God's kingdom, manifests God's presence, and reveals God's salvation.
On this week's show, Ozark original guitar wizard Danny Dozier recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with Danny. Danny Dozier is an Arkansas native and proud of it. He is one of the area's premier guitar players, well versed in the Merle Travis, “thumbpicking” style. Danny has worked with a wide variety of performers over the years including; Grandpa and Ramona Jones, Omar and the Howlers and regional favorite, Leatherwoods. Author, folklorist, and songwriter Charley Sandage presents an historical portrait of the people, events, and indomitable spirit of Ozark culture that resulted in the creation of the Ozark Folk Center State Park and an enduring legacy of music and craft. This episode features background on the founding of the very first Arkansas Folk Festival. Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a rare recording of prodigious Ozark original folk balladeer Aunt Ollie Gilbert singing the traditional Ozark folk song “The Ballad of Cole Younger,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.
This week, Stone county native, Ozark original and our very own traditional folk music legend Pam Setser, recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with this Ozark icon. Pam Setser is an award winning multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire. It's not just her musical talent that will catch your heart but her angelic voice as well. Setser has played at many venues including Louisiana Hayride, Hee Haw, The Ralph Emery Show, Jay Leno, and You Can Be A Star. Not to mention playing in Washington D.C. for President Clinton, and winning third place in the National Wrangler Country Showdown at the Grand Old Opry in Nashville, Tennessee. From the first time you hear Pam Setser perform, you will want to hear her again and again. http://pamsetser.com In this week's “From the Vault” segment, musician, educator and country music legacy Mark Jones offers a 1979 archival recording of Ozark folk icon Almeda Riddle, performing the traditional tune “Pretty Peggy-O,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. In this week's guest host segment, renowned traditional folk musician, writer and step dancer Aubrey Atwater waxes poetic in her discussion about songs of undying love. The segment features the most beautiful of all love songs ever conceived, “The Blackest Crow.”
Charlie Ibarra is the Co-Founder and Head of Content at Creator TV®, the first creator-led streaming network and content studio dedicated to bringing the authenticity and energy of social media storytelling to television. Since co-founding the network under Sabio Holdings in 2024, he has built Creator TV's content operation from the ground up developing the studio's format strategy, leading creator recruitment, and overseeing an original programming slate that spans comedy, culture, and competition formats.Before launching Creator TV®, Charlie studied television storytelling under Paul Kolsby, senior writer and producer of Netflix's Ozark, and Izzie Pick-Ibarra, the award-winning showrunner behind Dancing with the Stars and The Masked Singer. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles at Flashtalking, Celtra, and JUICE Mobile, building deep expertise in brand storytelling and global advertising markets.A frequent speaker at industry events including StreamTV, OTT.X, and TVOT, Charlie is a recognized voice on the future of creator-led television. He holds a B.A. from UCLA and completed UCLA Extension's programs in Television Writing and Film & TV Development.
The best smallmouth guide in the Ozarks (voted on by YOU) just gave away his entire summer playbook (recorded from a raft on the river). → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get weekly updates, show notes, and stories in our NEWSLETTER Ryan Walker joins the guys mid-float on the James River for one of the most practical fishing episodes the show has ever done. From how to read braided water and find that magic 10% of the river that holds fish in August heat, to the counterintuitive topwater tip that changes everything, Ryan hands you a summer smallmouth framework you can use the very next time you hit the creek. Whether you're floating with a kid, learning fly fishing for the first time, or a seasoned angler who can't crack the late-summer code, this one's worth bookmarking before your next trip. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Poncho Outdoors - Outfitting the modern outdoorsman (claim $10 off) Ember Shoals Outdoor Resort - Just steps from World-Class Trout Waters 0:00 – The Ozarks' Best Smallmouth Guide 3:00 – What's Changed in the last 2 seasons 7:00 – Summer Water Conditions 10:00 – How to Find the 10% 15:30 – Early Morning Top Water 20:00 – The Afternoon Popper Surprise 23:00 – Top Water Mistakes 32:00 – Braided Water Is Your Best Friend in Summer 36:00 – Book a trip with Ryan What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett, and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
Kimmer shares his Bingo card on Oprah Winfrey’s early Chicago TV days, reacts to the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami, discusses a bizarre airline incident involving a duct-taped passenger, and dives into the latest Lindsay Clancy trial developments. Plus, birthdays, music memories, family and marriage, the Ozark cops, and plenty of Kimmer humor. Follow XTRA 106.3:Website | YouTube | Facebook | X/Twitter | Instagram Download the XTRA 106.3 App:iOS | AndroidSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A breeding population of mountain lions just showed up 100 miles from the Arkansas border...that changes everything. → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get weekly updates, show notes, and stories in our NEWSLETTER Arkansas' large carnivore coordinator Spencer Daniels drops one of the most jaw-dropping revelations in recent Ozark wildlife history and finally puts the "Game and Fish is hiding mountain lions" myth to rest for good. You'll hear exactly where these cats are coming from, what 58 confirmed sightings actually mean, and whether there's already a breeding pair hiding somewhere in Arkansas right now. Then the episode goes full Ozark folklore — black panthers, the screaming-into-a-hole myth, AI photo fakes, and the family stories every person who grew up in these hills has heard. This one's equal parts science and campfire story. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Poncho Outdoors - Outfitting the modern outdoorsman (claim $10 off) Ember Shoals Outdoor Resort - Just steps from World-Class Trout Waters 0:00 – Mountain Lions in Arkansas: What We Actually Know 3:00 – Where They're Coming From 4:30 – Breeding Population Confirmed 100 Miles from the Arkansas Border 9:00 – Could There Already Be a Breeding Pair in Arkansas? 14:00 – What the Sightings Data Actually Shows 19:00 – The Hot Springs Roadkill 25:00 – Spencer's Mountain Lion Encounter 27:00 – Myth Busting Rapid Fire 30:00 – Do Mountain Lions Actually Scream? 34:00 – Black Panthers in the Ozarks What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett, and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
Kick off your week with some supernatural intrigue!
We finally meet the Original Pennywise from the 1990's miniseries! Roxy Striar & Paige Kimsey watch Stephen King's IT (1990) for the first time in this full miniseries reaction and review. Tim Curry delivers his legendary performance as Pennywise the Dancing Clown, a shape-shifting evil that terrorizes a group of childhood friends in Derry, Maine, before drawing them back home as adults. From Georgie's terrifying storm-drain encounter and the bloody photo album to the Chinese restaurant fortune cookies, Pennywise's unforgettable “They all float” scenes, and the climactic journey into the sewers, Roxy & Paige experience the classic two-part horror event while celebrating Tim Curry's iconic performance! Stephen King's IT (1990) Full Miniseries Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects Directed by Tommy Lee Wallace (Halloween III: Season of the Witch, Fright Night Part 2) and adapted from Stephen King's bestselling novel, IT stars Tim Curry as Pennywise (The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue), Richard Thomas as adult Bill Denbrough (The Waltons, Ozark), Jonathan Brandis as young Bill (Sidekicks, SeaQuest DSV), Annette O'Toole as adult Beverly Marsh (Superman III, Smallville), Emily Perkins as young Beverly (Ginger Snaps, Supernatural), John Ritter as adult Ben Hanscom (Three's Company, 8 Simple Rules), Harry Anderson as adult Richie Tozier (Night Court, Dave's World), Seth Green as young Richie (Austin Powers, Family Guy), Tim Reid as adult Mike Hanlon (WKRP in Cincinnati, Sister, Sister), and Dennis Christopher as adult Eddie Kaspbrak (Breaking Away, Chariots of Fire). Roxy & Paige discuss Tim Curry's terrifying and darkly funny Pennywise, the friendship between the young Losers' Club, the miniseries' dual childhood-and-adulthood timeline, its most memorable scares, the practical creature effects, Stephen King's themes of fear and trauma, the controversial ending, and how Curry's Pennywise compares with Bill Skarsgård's interpretation in the modern IT films. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Paige Kimsey https://www.instagram.com/paige.popcorn?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Netflix can humble anybody. One wrong guess, one bad ranking, and suddenly your favorite show is sitting in the bottom half while everybody argues like their life depends on it. Diandre Robinson and the crew turn this into a full-blown battle, blind-ranking Netflix originals and getting hit with trivia that exposes who really knows their TV. From Stranger Things, Black Mirror, and Wednesday to Mindhunter, Ozark, Money Heist, and The Punisher, the conversation is chaotic, hilarious, and brutally honest. Some shows get the respect they deserve. Others get dragged straight into the dirt. You'll hear bold takes, surprise defenses, and the kind of debate only real friends can survive. They break down what actually makes a show unforgettable, why some acclaimed series still miss for certain viewers, and how nostalgia can carry a title way farther than it should. And when the rankings start getting spicy, the whole table has to fight for what stays and what gets cut. This episode is for anyone who loves ranking shows, arguing over best-ever TV, and hearing unfiltered opinions from people who are not trying to be polite. If you've ever yelled at a screen because someone ranked your favorite too low, this one is for you. Hit play and get ready to laugh, debate, and possibly rethink your own Netflix top 10.
This week, Stone county native, Ozark original and our very own traditional folk music legend Pam Setser, recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with this Ozark icon. Pam Setser is an award winning multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire. It's not just her musical talent that will catch your heart but her angelic voice as well. Setser has played at many venues including Louisiana Hayride, Hee Haw, The Ralph Emery Show, Jay Leno, and You Can Be A Star. Not to mention playing in Washington D.C. for President Clinton, and winning third place in the National Wrangler Country Showdown at the Grand Old Opry in Nashville, Tennessee. From the first time you hear Pam Setser perform, you will want to hear her again and again. http://pamsetser.com In this week's “From the Vault” segment, musician, educator and country music legacy Mark Jones offers a 1979 archival recording of Ozark folk icon Almeda Riddle, performing the traditional tune “Pretty Peggy-O,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. In this week's guest host segment, renowned traditional folk musician, writer and step dancer Aubrey Atwater waxes poetic in her discussion about songs of undying love. The segment features the most beautiful of all love songs ever conceived, “The Blackest Crow.”
Join Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast with host Bill Cooper and special guest Tyler Goodale, of TY's Multi-Species Guide Service. Tyler hails from the southeastern quarter of Missouri near Fisk, Missouri. Tyler says he has the best of booth worlds. He lives near the famous lowlands of the Mississippi River Delta region, yet he is in sight of the Ozark highlands. As a result, he can hunt and fish and explore the unique natural ecosystems of both regions easily. Raised on a local farm along the Black River, Tyler learned at an early age to fish the sloughs, bayous and swamps of southeast Missouri to help put food on the family table. He and his family were particularly adept at hunting swamp rabbits and at one time owned as many as 27 beagles at one time. Tyler is a talented outdoor writer, photographer and fishing guide. His clients come from all over the world, many desiring to catch a number of species. Whether it's alligator gar, grinnel, or fliers from the swamps, or trophy smallmouth or walleye from the Back River, or big crappie from Duck Creek, Tyler knows how to catch them. This is a show near and dear to my heart, because, I, too, was raised in the swamps of southeast Missouri, near the Blkack Bayou.
Arkansas Game & Fish Bear Program Coordinator Spencer Daniels sits down to address the two fatal black bear attacks that shocked the state last year (the first recorded fatalities in over 100 years) and what we've learned from them. → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get weekly updates, show notes, and stories in our NEWSLETTER He walks through both incidents with honesty and care, explains the brain lesion findings from the necropsy, and gives every hunter, hiker, and camper in bear country a clear safety playbook for what to do if things go sideways. Beyond the attacks, Spencer breaks down the 2026 season changes — including the earlier opener, what to expect from the population, and why bear hunting over bait is actually one of the most ethical conservation tools Arkansas has. Whether you're a seasoned bear hunter or just love being in the Ozark woods, this one's essential listening before you step into the timber. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Poncho Outdoors - Outfitting the modern outdoorsman (claim $10 off) Ember Shoals Outdoor Resort - Just steps from World-Class Trout Waters 0:00 – WARNING: Why We're Covering the Bear Attacks 2:30 – Arkansas Bear Population Update 6:00 – Why Bear Encounters Are Hard to Quantify (And What That Tells Us) 10:00 – 2025 Season Changes: Earlier Opener & What to Expect This Fall 17:00 – Bait Heavy, Bait Often: How to Get Started Bear Hunting in Arkansas 24:00 – The Conservation Case for Bear Hunting Over Bait 27:30 – The First Fatal Bear Attack 34:00 – The Second Fatal Attack 39:00 – Bear Safety 101: What to Do If a Bear Approaches You 42:00 – Bear Spray, Firearms & the Rule of Thumb for Safe Distance What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett, and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk with Bella Vista resident, and three-time League of Fire World Champion in competitive pepper eating Stephen “Fiery Redd” Curgan. We'll talk about what got him into competitive pepper eating and we'll also talk about the first-ever Ozark Flame & Flavor Festival happening this Saturday, but first?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Orthodox Farmhouse Brewing sold. We'll tell you what the plans are. Dodo Coffee is OFFICIALLY open in their new building, and there's a party Saturday. We'll hear from owner Isaiah Ojeda! Fresh Monkee is having their soft opening week in Fayetteville. Shakes are half off! A Santa Barbara winery opened their only tasting room in Rogers. You'll hear from the owner! Khana Grill closed their dining room, but you can still eat their food. We'll explain. Downtown Springdale's The Blind Bear is expanding into another city. El Jaliciense in Lowell might be closed, but they may not be done. Happy 25th anniversary to Grubs in downtown Fayetteville! Happy 31st anniversary to Marketplace in Springdale! Happy 4th anniversary to Conifer and Chef Matt Cooper. Speaking of Chef Cooper, he has something BIG coming in 2027! Again, Speaking of Chef Cooper, he was out fifth interview EVER. He broke a little news on our show back then. Stephen “Fiery Redd” Curgan is a 3-Time League of Fire World Champion... He eats peppers that a VERY high percentage of us wouldn't touch. How did he get into it? It all started online- he'll explain. Also, how do you make your way to being a World Champion in it in only 2 years? It's an interesting path for sure! Finally, this Saturday is the first-ever Ozark Flame & Flavor Festival in Bentonville at the Record, and you'll hear all about in this episode of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast!
On today's show, we learn why local governments around Arkansas continue to put data centers on hold. We also acknowledge that tailgating season is almost here, so we have a refresher on how to avoid foodborne illness. Plus, singer-songwriter James McMurtry helps us prepare for the Original Ozark Folk Fest.
Lamentation and questioning are God's gifts to believers.
Welcome to the Old Ozarks with Dr. Brooks Blevins... This week, we head out looking for "ary" trace of the Great Depression left on the Ozark landscape — and it turns out, once you know what to look for, you can hardly go "nary" a mile without finding one. We'll start in Grandpa's hayfield with the hillside ribs known as Mangum terraces, tracing their spread from a North Carolina farm in the 1880s to the terracing craze that swept the Ozarks under FDR's New Deal. Along the way, our short sweetenin' digs up the backwoods twins "ary" and "nary," archaic descendants of "ever a" and "never a" that once peppered everyday Ozark speech. Then it's on to the long sweetenin': a whirlwind tour of just how much New Deal alphabet-soup labor — the CCC, WPA, PWA, CWA, and NYA — physically remade this region, from state park lodges and courthouses to WPA schoolhouses, Razorback Stadium's earliest bones, and post office murals still hanging in Berryville and Fredericktown ninety years later. Let's dive into this episode of The Old Ozarks... What is The Old Ozarks? The Old Ozarks is your gateway to the forgotten history of the Ozarks. Hosted by renowned historian Dr. Brooks Blevins (the leading authority on the region's history), this podcast explores the lives, legends, and landscapes that have shaped this unique region. Whether you're a native Ozarker, a new resident, or a curious listener, join us as we share the stories that make the Ozarks special and connect us to our past.
On today's show, we consider whether the growth of artificial intelligence is impacting how we get the news. We also learn that the extreme sport of competitive hot pepper eating isn't for everyone. Plus, a roundup of musical happenings on this week's Talking Tunes.
A family in Missouri is stalked by a strange, jet-black creature that comes during a record snowfall and practically strands them in their home. Listen to my other podcast, tales from the break room, for more stories right now https://pod.link/1621075170 Support us for ad-free listening and bonus episodes https://eerie.fm/premium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our next guests are responsible for changing the sound of film/TV music production in a fascinating way. In a world where most composers rely on software instruments and plugins to get the job done, these 2 composer/producers have opted to record more hardware synths, interesting audio performances, and focus on processing their sounds in interesting ways. Their work can be heard on Ozark, Black Rabbit, Tulsa King, Opus, and many more projects and I'm so excited to welcome them on to the podcast! And the composers are... Danny Bensi & Saunder Jurriaans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Producers Amanda and Glydel bring you stories of places, spanning from the Ozark mountains to a cave in Portugal, where death is not as final as it seems. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
**EP 312 – The Things That Hide Beyond the Trail with Julia Ronan and Dave Rogers**What happens when a Bigfoot research outing in the Arkansas Ozarks turns into something far stranger than tracks, howls, or wood knocks?This week on Untold Radio AM, hosts **Doug Hajicek** and **Jeff Perrella** welcome **Julia Ronan** and **Dave Rogers**. Julia, a Central Texas researcher and longtime research partner of Dave, has been in the field with Matt Lankford experimenting with the Snellgrove hum and Karl Sup hum. Together, she and Dave bring a story that goes far beyond typical cryptid encounters.In March 2026, near Ozark, Arkansas, Julia and Dave experienced a “time slip” event that defies easy explanation. Julia doubts your audience has heard anything like it — and after you hear their firsthand account, you may never look at a Bigfoot investigation the same way again.Tune in for an episode packed with cryptid fieldwork, cutting-edge audio experiments, and one of the most unusual stories we've featured on the show.**About Untold Radio AM**The Untold Radio Network explores interesting new science, genomic studies, odd wildlife research, strange disappearances, cryptids, mysteries, life after death, interesting celebrities, UFOs, and other unexplained events — plus whatever topic we feel is truly UNTOLD.Hosted by Doug Hajicek and Jeff Perrella.
About the Show:"I hope that our legacy is that we leave behind some really great places and neighborhoods."— Jeremy HudsonIn this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Jeremy Hudson, co-founder and CEO of Specialized Real Estate Group, a Fayetteville-based development and property management company that has spent nearly two decades asking one question: how do we help this region grow without losing what makes it special? Recorded on-site at the Stonebreaker inside Markham Hill, the conversation traces Jeremy's path from a standard real estate deal (Echo Modern Flats) to a full-fledged philosophy of "cultivating healthy neighborhoods" — one that put sustainability, health, and community ahead of the usual playbook.They dig into the story behind Markham Hill, a 119-acre neighborhood built around old-growth Ozark forest and a 39-acre conservation easement with the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust—six years in the making before a single home went up. They also look ahead to Drake Farms, a 165-acre mixed-use district on Fayetteville's north side designed to unfold over the next 15 to 20 years. Whether you're into real estate, conservation, or just want to understand how Northwest Arkansas is growing on purpose, this episode makes the case that the best developers are playing the longest game in the room.Key TakeawaysLong-Term Vision: The best projects think beyond the next quarter and look ahead 10 or 20 years into the region's future.Leading with Conservation: Markham Hill began with a focus on preserving nature, protecting over half its land, including 39 acres now in a conservation easement.Healthy Neighborhoods: Building health into both the environment and the homes themselves, from LEED certification to indoor air quality considerations.Community Connection: Real neighborhoods are built for people and gathering—not just for cars and houses.Patient Planning: Sometimes, the right move is taking six years of planning before building even begins, making sure every step honors the place and its past.Incremental Growth: Large-scale developments like Drake Farms are tackled one phase at a time, always with the goal of serving people and making neighborhoods better.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Specialized Real Estate Group Website: specializedreg.comMarkham Hill Neighborhood: Markham HillThe Stonebreaker Hotel: The StonebreakerDrake Farms Project: Drake Farms ProjectNorthwest Arkansas Land Trust: nwalandtrust.orgRoots Festival: Roots FestivalLeverett Lounge: Leverett LoungeHugo's: Hugo'sEmail Jeremy Hudson: Jeremy@specializedreg.comThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"Try ONBoardNWA.com Today!*Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks.Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest ArkansasMentioned in this episode:Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"
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A flashlight, three discs over a Missouri ranch, and a ray that cured fifteen years of back pain. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli follow Buck Nelson from Ozark farmer to saucer celebrity — and to a twist that isn't funny at all. The post Buck Nelson, the Ozark Spaceman appeared first on StarQuest Media.
A flashlight, three discs over a Missouri ranch, and a ray that cured fifteen years of back pain. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli follow Buck Nelson from Ozark farmer to saucer celebrity — and to a twist that isn't funny at all.
After two daytime Emmy wins for 'Guiding Light' and a previous Primetime nomination for 'Ozark,' Tom Pelphrey is back in the race with his supporting turn on HBO's 'Task' and joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall for a conversation about his meaty and complicated role, and he's looking back on his work in 'Ozark,' 'Mank,' and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng are breaking down all of the action as we head into final voting, as 'Hacks' and 'Widow's Bay' are competing for voters' attention in their bid to win Outstanding Comedy Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOHidden deep in the Ozarks of Missouri sits a property that was once meant to offer comfort, care, and community. What began as a hopeful vision slowly shifted into something far more unsettling as the land changed hands and purpose over time.A development meant to bring peace became a nursing facility marked by troubling stories. Later, plans to transform the property into a bed and breakfast came to an abrupt and unexplained halt. Workers left mid-project. Some refused to return. And no clear reason was ever given.Those who have spent time there describe footsteps with no source, an overwhelming sense of unease, and the feeling that something on the property doesn't want to be disturbed. The deeper you look into its history, the harder it becomes to separate what happened from what may still be happening.Some places simply don't come together the way they should. And in this case, the question lingers—was it ever meant to?#TheGraveTalks #HauntedOzarks #HauntedHotel #AbandonedPlaces #ParanormalPodcast #GhostStories #DarkHistory #HauntedMissouri #Spirits #Hauntings #Paranormal #ParanormalActivityLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
Welcome to The Old Ozarks with Dr. Brooks Blevins... This week, we start with a word that'll make any bush-hogger wince — "stob" — before hobbling our way into the true tale of a tiny Arkansas crossroads with a mighty title: the Walking Stick Capital of the World. We'll trace the Scots-Irish roots of "stob," pay tribute to Karl Childers and Sling Blade along the way, and then head to Fryatt, Arkansas — a wide spot in the road barely big enough to see both its highway signs at once — to meet Newt Blagg, the handle-maker turned cane man who founded a walking-stick dynasty out of a borrowed barn in 1931. We'll cover his unlikely brush with a stray bullet on a Kansas train, the steam barrels and drawknives that bent hickory into "Little Bo Peep" crooks, and how his craft passed down through generations of Berrys, Albrights, Flynns, and Marlers until Fryatt earned its unofficial crown as the cane-making capital of the world. It's a story of stobs, sticks, and the quiet Ozark ingenuity that turned scrap hickory into a national industry. Let's dive into this episode of The Old Ozarks... What is The Old Ozarks? The Old Ozarks is your gateway to the forgotten history of the Ozarks. Hosted by renowned historian Dr. Brooks Blevins, the leading authority on the region's history, this podcast explores the lives, legends, and landscapes that have shaped this unique region. Whether you're a native Ozarker, a new resident, or a curious listener, join us as we share the stories that make the Ozarks special and connect us to our past.
This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!Hidden deep in the Ozarks of Missouri sits a property that was once meant to offer comfort, care, and community. What began as a hopeful vision slowly shifted into something far more unsettling as the land changed hands and purpose over time.A development meant to bring peace became a nursing facility marked by troubling stories. Later, plans to transform the property into a bed and breakfast came to an abrupt and unexplained halt. Workers left mid-project. Some refused to return. And no clear reason was ever given.Those who have spent time there describe footsteps with no source, an overwhelming sense of unease, and the feeling that something on the property doesn't want to be disturbed. The deeper you look into its history, the harder it becomes to separate what happened from what may still be happening.Some places simply don't come together the way they should. And in this case, the question lingers—was it ever meant to?#TheGraveTalks #HauntedOzarks #HauntedHotel #AbandonedPlaces #ParanormalPodcast #GhostStories #DarkHistory #HauntedMissouri #Spirits #Hauntings #Paranormal #ParanormalActivityLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
Most anglers sit and wait on the White River. The best guides are always moving. → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get weekly updates, show notes, and stories in our NEWSLETTER Top White River guide Chad Johnson reveals one of the most overlooked tactics in Ozark fly fishing: chasing "the push." When rising water triggers a feeding frenzy, most anglers enjoy it for a few minutes and stay put. Chad explains why the smartest move is to run downstream and get ahead of it again, and again, and again. He also breaks down the full picture: how to read the generation schedule, what CFS numbers mean for your day, and the single rule that tells you exactly where brown trout are holding at any flow level. Whether you've never fished the White or you've been coming for years without cracking the code, this is the episode that changes how you think about tailwater fishing forever. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Poncho Outdoors - Outfitting the modern outdoorsman (claim $10 off) Ember Shoals Outdoor Resort - Just steps from World-Class Trout Waters 0:00 – Welcome to Diamond State Fly Co. 8:30 – Why You'll Never Fully Understand White River Flows 9:00 – How the Dam Actually Works 11:30 – How to Read the Generation Schedule (swpa.gov Walkthrough) 17:00 – Low Water vs. High Water 21:00 – Why Big Browns Are So Hard to Catch 29:00 – What Is "The Push" — And How to Chase It Down the River 34:00 – Ideal CFS Numbers for Every Type of Angler 37:00 – The #1 Rule for Finding Brown Trout at Any Flow Level What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett, and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
Clay gives behind the scenes details and answers com viewer questions about his annual bear camp that is featured in the Meateater “12 in ‘26” film series. It’s a film about tradition, camaraderie, tough situations, and the love of the hunt. Hear the details and what happened that you didn’t see in the film. Watch the film now on MeatEater's YouTube channel. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clay gives behind the scenes details and answers com viewer questions about his annual bear camp that is featured in the Meateater “12 in ‘26” film series. It’s a film about tradition, camaraderie, tough situations, and the love of the hunt. Hear the details and what happened that you didn’t see in the film. Watch the film now on MeatEater's YouTube channel. Presented by Can-Am: maker of the best ATVs, SxS, and Utility Vehicles www.can-am.brp.com Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to the Only in OK Show! Today, we are taking a trip down a bumpy dirt road to New Eucha, Oklahoma (pronounced YOU-chee!), tucked right at the edge of the Ozarks in the heart of Green Country. We're exploring a Top 5% Airbnb guest favorite that sits on a breathtaking 1-acre, spring-fed pond where you can literally watch natural spring water gush right out of the hillside! Join us as we break down this incredible Oklahoma escape, including: The Bumpy Arrival: Why getting there is half the fun (and why you'll want a truck!). The Ultimate Water Setup: Free access to paddle boats, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, and stocked pond fishing. Cozy Cottage Vibes: The unique floor-bunk setup, rustic-meets-modern layout, and that famous step-up bathroom quirk. Pure Seclusion: Morning coffee on the deck, string-lit evenings, s'mores by the campfire, and why 166 reviews gave it a nearly perfect 4.99-star rating. Grab your fishing poles, turn up the volume, and find out why this hidden spring-fed oasis is a must-visit Oklahoma destination! Also discussed: Lake Eucha Park, Natural Falls State Park, Grand Lake O' the Cherokees & Ruzycki Farms. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/53540683?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=719d02c9-2b72-4b43-b8d0-0463bc9c7cfe https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/oklahoma-named-doe-finalist-for-proposed-nuclear-innovation-campus #OnlyInOKShow #OklahomaTravel #DiscoverOklahoma #GreenCountryOK #EuchaOklahoma #OklahomaAirbnb #Ozarks #SpringFedPond #OKCabinRentals #VisitOK #OklahomaPodcasts #ExploreOklahoma #TravelOK
Actor and rising country music artist Jet Jurgensmeyer joins the Braves Country Podcast to discuss his journey from starring in Ozark and Stranger Things to chasing his dream in country music. Jet shares stories about:
It's Thursday, July 23rd, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus Vietnamese Communists have falsely charged 119 Christians Communist authorities in central Vietnam have charged 119 Christians so far this year. Officials accuse the believers of being involved in organizations that support autonomy for ethnic minority groups. Mervyn Thomas with Christian Solidarity Worldwide noted, “Vietnam is increasingly becoming one of the most repressive states when it comes to persecuting and prosecuting religious groups.” Psalm 53:4 asks, “Have the workers of iniquity no knowledge, who eat up My people as they eat bread, and do not call upon God?” Scottish authorities fired pro-life teacher Pro-lifers are petitioning authorities in Scotland to protect religious liberty. A Scottish high school fired a Catholic teacher last year for saying she opposed abortion. Sarah Morse said, “To be 'cancelled' and lose my livelihood because of my religious identity is a terrifying precedent for the teaching profession in Scotland.” The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children started a petition to support Morse last week. The petition has garnered nearly 20,000 signatures already. You can sign it through a link in our transcript today at TheWorldview.com. New British Prime Minister is a socialist Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister on Monday. He is the country's seventh prime minister in a decade. He is also a self-identified socialist. During his first speech as prime minister, Burnham criticized the free-market strategies of the late Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in the 1980s. He called for a new economic model of stronger government control. Listen. BURNHAM: “We will take power out of here and carry it into every postcode in the land, so that they can do more. And, in doing more, build a new economy where we put life's essentials back under stronger public control to make them affordable to you again.” By contrast, the late British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher famously said, “The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money.” Prime Minister Thatcher also said this: THATCHER: “Socialists don't like people to do things for themselves. Socialists like to get people dependent on the state. You'll never build a great society that way. We were the first country to attempt and to succeed in rolling back the frontiers of socialism, which is the first cousin to communism.” Psalm 146:3 says, “Do not put your trust in princes, nor in a son of man, in whom there is no help.” Trump; Cuba is capital of 21st century Communism Here in the United States, the Trump administration categorized Cuba as the capital of 21st century communism. A report from the Department of State noted, “Many of the most significant upheavals in recent American political history – from the George Floyd riots to the rise of Antifa to the explosion of pro-terrorist activism on American college campuses – can be linked, in some way, shape, or form, to Cuban influence.” Listen to comments from Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the issue. RUBIO: “I can tell you, our system doesn't want communism. We're certainly not going to allow communist efforts to undermine American society and drive wedges into our country. “One of the leading culprits of that, for many years, the intellectual authors, particularly in our hemisphere, is the Cuban regime, which our report on Monday outlined. U.S. imposed 25% tariff on Brazilian imports The U.S. imposed a 25 percent tariff on most imports from Brazil yesterday. The Trump administration accused Brazil of unfair trade practices and failing to negotiate. The tariff will affect about 18 to 26 percent of the country's exports to the U.S. Brazilian President Lula da Silva is a left-wing leader. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote on X, “President Lula and his government have not negotiated with the U.S. in good faith. His economic policies are bad for Americans and bad for Brazilians.” No more U.S. aid to Nigeria over persecution of Christians The U.S. House of Representatives passed a measure last week to withhold aid from Nigeria over the persecution of Christians there. The provision is part of the “Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act.” The measure now awaits approval in the Senate. Republican Congressman Greg Steube of Florida wrote on X, “My amendment to withhold 100% of U.S. aid to Nigeria until its government stops the slaughter of Christians has PASSED. American taxpayers should NEVER bankroll governments that turn a blind eye while Christians are abducted, tortured, and murdered. No more wasteful foreign aid!” Nigeria has become the epicenter of Christian martyrdom in the world. In the initial 96 days of 2026, from January 1 to April 6, Muslims killed 1,402 Nigerian Christians. Shockingly, that represents 72% of Christians killed worldwide. In 2025, 3,490 Nigerian Christians were martyred. A total of 52,000 brothers and sisters in Christ have lost their lives in the last decade in Nigeria. Worldview listeners from Thailand and North Dakota weigh in MariaLee Watson in Bangkok, Thailand wrote me and said, “Adam, we are a homeschooling family of four kids – Eliana, 11, Elijah, 9, Elisabeth, 7, and Evalee, 6. We listen to your newscast almost every day. “We are missionaries here in Bangkok and we enjoy hearing about world news and what's happening in the USA. We especially enjoy the encouraging Bible verses that represent God's views. And Adam, we love to say, along with you, ‘Seize the day for Jesus Christ!'” And Amanda Wheeler in Grand Forks, North Dakota wrote me and said, “Adam, I have been reading The Worldview emails and my son, an 8th grader, has been listening to the newscast audio for a few months. “In fact, he began the Generations history curriculum this past year for our homeschool curriculum. We have greatly appreciated having a Christian-focused news report. Beforehand, we had avoided the news, in large part. Thank you for all that you do.” 7 Worldview listeners gave $1,517 And finally, by Wednesday night at 8:45pm Central, 7 Worldview listeners stepped up to the plate and invested their treasure to fund the six-member team behind The Worldview for another year. Our thanks to Lisa in Beacon, New York who gave $50 and Luke in West Line, Missouri who told me he will continue his $25/month pledge for another year for a gift of $300. Now, if you heard Wednesday's newscast, you learned that the four McVeda kids in Great Falls, Montana – 10-year-old Anna, 8-year-old Eppie, 7-year-old Claire, and 5-year-old Caleb -– organized several fundraisers on their farm and raised $347 for The Worldview newscast. I was incredibly touched by their investment of time and resources. Yesterday, through tears, I asked if you would consider being one of 108 Worldview listeners to pledge a one-time gift of $347 to honor the sweat equity the McVeda kids have invested to ensure that this newscast is fully funded and we hit our Friday, Jully 24th goal Out of the tens of thousands of our listeners, only four people caught that vision. We're grateful to God for Frances in Beacon, New York who gave $347, Theresa in Port Orchard, Washington who gave $347, Aleksandr in Ozark, Missouri who gave $347, and Stephen in California, Maryland who gave $347. Those 7 gifts add up to $1,738. Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please. (drum roll sound effect) $45,493 (sound effect of people cheering) That means, in just two days, we need to raise $35,733 to hit our $81,226 goal by tomorrow night, Friday, July 24th! The Worldview needs 103 people to give $347 or pledge $28.92/month Two things come to mind about why only 4 people caught the vision on Wednesday. First, there are folks who could easily invest $347 right now and may not have heard or read the Wednesday newscast. If that's the case, I need your help. And second, I realize that, for others, your budget simply will not allow a one-time gift of $347 right now. But you could pledge $28.92 per month for 12 months to make that $347 gift. I need to find 103 people to do one or the other. A one-time gift of $347 or a monthly pledge of $28.92. When I come back to these airwaves with Friday's newscast, I sure hope that many more than just 4 people will have caught this kid-inspired vision from Great Falls, Montana to give $347 to help fund this newscast. I wonder if we could get even get half way there with 52 folks either making a one-time gift of $347 or a monthly pledge of $28.92. Time is running out. July 31st will be here before you know it. Just go to TheWorldview.com, click on Give, select the dollar amount, and make sure to click on the “recurring” button if that's your wish. And remember, if you want to continue your monthly pledge to The Worldview that you started in a previous year, like Luke in Missouri, please let me know so we can count your generous ongoing gift toward our total. Let's see what the Lord will do today. Go to TheWorldview.com and click on Give. Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, July 23rd, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
This week, in Coward, South Carolina, a divorced couple can't seem to stop fighting, with the wife constantly stalking the ex-husband, and even severely beating him with a large stick that's used to check a large truck's tire pressure. When this man disappears, everyone assumes that his ex had something to do with it, but it seems like it may be "no body, no crime". Until one day, when a man recovers what he thinks is a pumpkin, wrapped in a towel. But it definitely isn't a pumpkin. Things get really crazy form there!! Along the way, we find out that naming your town after an insult that no one wants to be called is an interesting choice, that an "Ozark Thumper" was not at all what we thought it was, and that if you're going to get rid of a decapitated body, you need to find a REALLY good hiding spot!! New episodes, every Wednesday & Friday nights!! Check us out on VIDEO Wednesday and Friday evenings on Netflix! www.netflix.com/smalltownmurder Donate at patreon.com/crimeinsports or at paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.com Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder, Crime In Sports & Your Stupid Opinions! Follow us on... instagram.com/smalltownmurder facebook.com/smalltownpod Also, check out James & Jimmie's other shows, Crime In Sports & Your Stupid Opinions on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!