Podcasts about Ozarks

Josh's encounters in the Ozarks begin with a towering black silhouette gliding out of the tree-line when he was fourteen, a creature radiating such hatred he knew instantly it wasn't just an animal. But the experience that shattered everything came years later, when a massive shaggy white beast, identical to other sightings across the Ozarks, leapt over the hood of his car in a single, impossible step and vanished down a ravine without leaving a track. That moment unlocked every buried memory: the earlier black creature, the second sighting in a shell pit, his father's UFO pacing their vehicle, and even the demonic presences Josh faced later as a police officer dealing with spiritually influenced criminals. As he compares the white monster to regional legends like the Ozark Howler, and recalls a dogman witness whose torment only ended when he turned to Jesus, a chilling pattern emerges: the Ozarks are alive with entities that aren't bound by normal physics. And Josh believes he's crossed paths with the same intelligence, changing shape, aging, and reappearing across decades. Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference! If you're able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay's GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ The Counter Series Available NOW: The Counter (YouTube): WATCH HERE The Counter (Full Episode): WATCH HERE Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: Click Here Bigfoot: The Journey To Belief: Stream Here The Meadow Project: Stream Here Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Josh Smith's YouTube MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

Join host Jeremiah Byron from Bigfoot Society as we sit down with Mary Ann Ziebell, BFRO investigator, expedition leader, and founder of the Ozark Mountain Bigfoot Conference, for one of the most action-packed conversations ever recorded. Maryanne shares her first-night Missouri Bigfoot encounter, where a massive, upright, hair-covered figure stepped from behind a tree only 25 yards away, changing her life forever.She dives into wild activity from Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma—including tree knocks, tracking evidence, thermal hits, campsite stalkings, orbs, UAP encounters, and close-range sightings reported during BFRO and private expeditions. From the Ozarks to Land Between the Lakes, Maryanne breaks down what investigators really experience in the field and how her team teaches casting, tracking, and tech skills to new researchers.If you're fascinated by Bigfoot in the Ozarks, Midwest cryptid hotspots, real BFRO investigations, or boots-on-the-ground fieldwork, this episode delivers nonstop insight and unforgettable witness stories.Topics include:• Mary Ann's first Bigfoot sighting in south-central Missouri• Activity in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kentucky• BFRO expedition structure & behind-the-scenes details• Campsite visits, rocks thrown, and night-time stalkers• Orbs, UAPs, strange lights, and unexplained thermal signatures• The Ozark Mountain Bigfoot Conference & private campouts• Tracking, evidence collection, and tech used in the fieldFollow Mary Ann's work:• Ozark Mountain Bigfoot Conference – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084298488874• Bigfoot Wild Man and Boogers Podcast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bigfootwildmanandboogersBFRO expedition - https://www.bfro.net/

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" It's the holiday season and we've got two certified big buck hunters with two MASSIVELY different approaches this year. In this episode, we're joined by Josh Matthews and Sam Hallam to discuss their hunting styles, their approaches to the season this year, and their stories of harvesting big ol' mountain bucks. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠⁠Prism Glass Co⁠⁠⁠ - Luxury residential glass and mirror installation ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 New Studio 3:00 Hunting Styles 7:30 Approaches to Season 17:00 Sam's Rifle Buck 25:30 Josh's Buck 39:30 Sam's Buck 54:00 Takeaways 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 festive episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Show, Terri Guthrie explores Branson, Missouri, celebrating winter holidays, family fun, and classic Americana adventures. She's joined by two special guests: Olivia Reinke from Explore Branson, and Sophia Meltke from The Ozarker Lodge. Together, they dive into what makes Branson a magical, family-friendly destination during the holiday season — from sparkling light displays and nostalgic traditions to outdoor adventures, heartwarming entertainment, and the cozy charm of The Ozarker Lodge, perfect for unplugging and reconnecting. The conversation also touches on Branson's multi-generational appeal, signature attractions, festive events, local cuisine, and the rich sense of Americana that defines this iconic Ozarks town. Whether you're planning a winter getaway or looking for year-round family travel inspiration, this episode captures the spirit of Branson at its most festive. LINKS & RESOURCES - Explore Branson: https://www.explorebranson.com/  - The Ozarker Lodge: https://www.theozarkerlodge.com/   - Travel with Terri: https://travelwithterri.net/  - This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Road Trip Radio," “Vacation Station," and “Big Daily Blend” podcast channels! Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Dawn hosts Dina's shortie story about the Deer Woman while we drink the Enchanted Forest hooch! Follow Us! ozarkshaintsnhooch.weebly.com Ozarks Haints N Hooch on Patreon Instagram and Faceboook - @ozarkshaintsnhooch Contact us! OzarksHaintsNHooch@gmail.com @OzarksHaintsNHooch is Dawn Larsen and Dina Larsen Gillman

About the Show:"When people get here, as flawed as we are, they can find some degree of stability and hope for their future that they just don't have at home." – Nathan Bogart, AttorneyIn this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Nathan Bogart, a local immigration attorney at Bogart, Small + Duell. From serving a Mormon mission in Spain to building his own law practice in Northwest Arkansas, Nathan shares the deeply personal stories and challenges faced by immigrants pursuing the American dream.Discover how immigrant communities shape the culture and growth of our region while navigating a legal system that's often misunderstood. Nathan and Randy discuss asylum, deportation defense, and immigration's local impact on businesses and society—revealing the real struggles behind the headlines. Whether you're curious about the process or want to understand what's at stake for these families, this episode offers timely insight and compassion about immigration law in the Ozarks.Key Takeaways:Immigration Stories Matter: Every immigrant's journey is unique. The decisions and outcomes can impact generations.The Reality of Asylum: Contrary to common myths, the process is tough and most applicants do not win, even with strong cases.Northwest Arkansas's Role: Growing communities like ours depend on immigrant labor for industries like agriculture, construction, and retail.Misconceptions Debunked: There isn't always a “line” for immigrants to get in. Policies are outdated and pathways can be nearly impossible.Economic Power: Immigrants contribute as workers and customers—and often become entrepreneurs, starting businesses at high rates.Patience and Education: Changing perspectives starts with listening, understanding family immigration stories, and challenging myths with facts. All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Bogart Small and Dual Law Firm Website: defendingarkansas.comPhone: 479-957-9819Connect with Bogart Small + Duell on FacebookConnect with Bogart Small + Duell on InstagramConnect with Attorney Nathan Bogart on LinkedInCanopy NWA (Local Refugee Support Organization)FindItNWA.com NWA's Hyperlocal Business DirectoryThis episode is sponsored by*FindItNWA.com 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

Runways: Part 1 Flying a supermodel isn't all it appears to be. By m_storyman_x – listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories. I had to find something to do when I got out of the military. Something that I loved, something that I wouldn't mind doing while I collected my military pension at age 40. Yeah, I know, retired at such a young age. But the military game is a young man's game and even with over seven thousand flying hours, youth still trumps experience in the flying game. As you get older your body just can't respond like it used to. As a result I just couldn't keep taking those high G maneuvers. I convinced the bank that I was a good risk, purchased myself a used Beach King Air 200 turbo prop and set myself up as an executive charter service. Life was good. Business was thin. On more than one occasion I ended up sleeping in my own airplane rather than getting a hotel room, just to try and save some money. It's not easy to pay for a three quarters of a million dollar aircraft, fuel, maintenance and living expenses. To be quite honest, I was about to drown under that debt. Welcome Amy. Amy called because of one of my business cards I'd left in so many airports. Amy was the executive secretary to a somewhat famous fashion model. In her own words, she was a glorified baby sitter, helping Kimberly manage her multi-million dollar business of runway modeling and lingerie line and endorsements. Her current problem was that Kim had suddenly become afraid to fly commercial following a spate of terrorist attacks against aircraft. Her question was a simple one. Would I be interested in contracting to handle flying her around the country? Could I deal with airport runways, so she could focus on helping Kim dominate the fashion garment runways. At that point I would have contracted to fly Beelzebub himself, if the price were right. Little did I know that six months down the road I'd feel as if that was exactly who I was flying. Kim was gorgeous. Of course she was. She was a super model. At thirty she was on the long side of it, but then some continued to work well into their fifties, with the right skin care and constant workouts and such. Kim flitted from city to city, rarely spending more than two or three days in any one place. She had a beautiful twenty thousand square foot home, which she seemed to rarely be in. She could walk the walk and talk the talk and sell sexy little lingerie like she was selling snow to eskimos. Unfortunately her looks is where nice stopped. She'd started to believe her own hype. She'd started to think of herself as a diva and act as if those of us around her were beneath her. More than once her sweet lilting voice snarled from the passenger cabin that I was flying too rough, or making the plane bounce too much for her to sleep. As if I had any control over the air currents. Amy was the constant. She was always there, inserting herself between Kim and whoever might possibly be around her. She soothed Kim and kept her empire on an even keel. But while the pace seemed relentless to me, Kim seemed to just eat it up. She loved the challenge as much as I loved flying. I suppose if I hadn't gone out on a limb after three months and updated my plane from a 1980's vintage to a reasonably new 2002, I might have even quit the contract. But with that new payment to cover, the last thing I wanted to do was kill the cash cow. I'd asked Kim more than once for a date, and always gotten the same answer, "we can fuck or we can work together. Which do you prefer?" "X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven, rolling." I radioed the tower as I applied the throttle and sent the Air King accelerating down the runway. This was going to be a relatively short trip. Kim had some kind of a photo shoot in the middle of Missouri, at some lake called the Ozarks, out in the middle of nowhere. All I knew was it looked like a winding snake on the map and had one small airport close to where the shoot was that had just enough runway to sneak in if I went in light. In only a few short minutes we were climbing through ten thousand feet, winging our way from Chicago over the Midwestern landscape at nearly three hundred miles an hour. "Adam!" I heard Amy call urgently from the passenger cabin. "Yeah?" I called over my shoulder. "Kim. She passed out. I can't seem to wake her!" She called, panic clearly etched in her voice. "Is she breathing?" I called back. "Yes, but it's very shallow and I can't seem to wake her." "Okay. Check her eyes. Lift her eyelids and see if they respond." "They seem too, but she still isn't waking up." "Okay. Let me see where we can put down!" I called back to her. "Chicago center. This is X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven. Declaring a medical emergency." "Roger X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven. State your situation." The controller radioed back. "X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven. We have a passenger that is passed out. She is breathing at this time, but otherwise unresponsive. Requesting a Vector to the nearest airport with medical close by." "Roger that X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven. Hold one." The controller said before pausing for a few moments. "X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven turn two four zero. You are cleared to five thousand direct. ST Louis should be fifty miles. Contact St Louis approach on one three two point one two five. Have a good day." "Thank you Chicago." I answered before changing the radio and starting a decent toward St Louis. The decent and landing were as normal as they could be, touching down less than twenty minutes after making the initial call. I taxied to the executive terminal and shut down, the ambulance quickly coming to the side of the plane as my turbo props spun slowly down to a stop. As much as I disliked Kim, I was concerned for her well-being. Clearly Amy was as well, and I did my best to comfort her on the taxi ride to the hospital. By the time we got there, Kim was awake and back to her normal bitchy self, though the doctors and nurses seemed to be flitting in and out with uncommon frequency. Twenty four hours later and who knows how many tests she was ready to be released. "Now look. All I can do is warn you," the doctor said with a stern look on his face. "You were lucky. You can't treat your body this way. My prescription is two weeks away, at least! No stress. You need to find someplace to relax and decompress." "No fucking way. I have too much to do!" Kim argued. The doctor turned to Amy and shook his head. "If you can't get her to take it easy a while, she's going to be right back here again. And next time she may leave toes up!" He said emphatically before turning back to Kim again. "I mean it! No phone, no computer, no stress of any kind. Your blood pressure was through the roof and you're just damn lucky it wasn't a stroke! Find a way to do it. And find a way to do it frequently, or you're going to be leaving us all too soon." "I'll make sure she does!" Amy said giving Kim a stern look. "Thank you Doctor." "Your welcome young lady. I hope she listens to you better than she's listening to me." He said as he looked over and saw Kim texting on her phone again. "She will. If I have to tie her up and drag her off." Amy said sternly to Kim. "Good luck with that," he said, shaking his head as he walked away. "Come on." Amy said, leading Kim from the hospital room. It was little more than two hours and we were back at the airport, the turbines warmed up and taxying for takeoff. The plane practically leapt off the tarmac and into the air as we headed back to Chicago, soaring into the air. "You know. I don't know how you're going to get her to have any time away," I said to Amy as she sat in the right hand seat, Kim sitting in the back alone, still angry with the doctor's orders. "Yeah. I know. She can be difficult," Amy agreed. "Glad I'm not going to have to deal with her," I said, shaking my head. "No? Oh. That's right. You're going away for a couple weeks," Amy said, nodding as she remembered that next week started my promised vacation. "Where are you going again?" "A little mountain lake in Colorado," I said with a smile. "Just me and some really good fishing. Sit back, catch a few trout, watch the sun set on the mountain side looking over the valley below. It can't get more idyllic than that!" I said with a sigh. "Sounds like a perfect get-away!" Amy said, leaning back and looking at the cockpit ceiling. "No phone, no demands on your time, just relaxation for two weeks? God I envy you!" She said with a sigh. "Could have been yours too." I said with a grin, reminding her that I had invited her to come along, only to get the typical answer. I made one last pitch; "The bed is big enough for two, though it would be a bit cozy!" "Yeah. I think we covered that one," she said with a smile. "Though it does sound tempting." "Can't say I didn't try." I answered her with a shrug. "So how do we get Kim to go on a vacation like that?" "Not my problem," I said with a smirk. "I lined this up months ago. You know how hard it is to find a place like this? Isolated? No phone no modern utilities, nothing?" "Yeah, it has to be tough." Amy said as she looked out the window at the ground far below. "Hey. I know. Take Kim!" "What? Are you nuts?" I said in surprise. "First off, her idea of roughing it, is not having her manicure on time. Can you imagine her out in the boonies without even a flush toilet?" "Oh lord. That would be something to see," Amy said with a laugh. "Yeah. She'd go nuts in half a day," I said with a shake of my head. "So, how much does this little vacation cost you?" "Oh, fuel, food, cabin and all? About seventeen or eighteen hundred. It'd be less if I didn't fly this gas hog there, but the only real way there is by plane or a long drive up from Denver." "That's not too much. I'll pay you." Amy said quietly. "Pay me for what?" "To take Kim," Amy said, still looking out the window. "No way. It's my vacation. I don't want to baby sit a prima donna!" I almost snapped. "Be a shame to have to find someone else to fly us around while you're gone. Never know, she might like the new pilot better," she said softly. "You trying to blackmail me?" I asked in surprise. "Oh I wouldn't call it that," she said, turning to look at me, a crooked little grin on her face. "Just think of it as job security." "Think of it as one fucked vacation," I said hotly, staring out the front at the open sky. "It's only a one room cabin. Kitchen, bedroom, living room...all the same room. And only one bed. Where will she sleep?" "You're adults. You can share the bed, right?" "Remember me saying it was, really cozy for the two of us friends?" "Yeah. So it can be cozy for you two too. It'll give you a chance to get to know her better." "You're psycho, you know that?" I said angrily. I'd planned this for months. I wanted to get away from the ice queen, not shack up with her! "So how about it?" "I don't think you could pay me enough money to do that," I said, shaking my head. "Okay. How about I sweeten the pot. I'll sleep with you for a whole weekend when you get back." I looked over at her incredulously. "Did you just suggest that you prostitute yourself to convince me to take her with me? Seriously?" "Does, seem a bit over the top, doesn't it?" "Yeah. I think you need to think about a new job if you're that wrapped around her," I said with a frown. "Yeah, I wanna go to bed with you, but not like that." She was silent for almost half an hour before she finally said anything more. "I'm sorry.” She confessed, “ I shouldn't have suggested that. But I will pay your expenses if you take her along." "Send her off to a camp or something. That's what you do with children, right?" "She's not a child," Amy said testily. "Though I have to admit, sometimes she acts like one." "See?" "Okay. Seriously. Will you take her with you?" "It's my VACATION... AWAY FROM HER!" I answered angrily. "Adam. Seriously. What will it take for you to take her along?" "You're not going to give up, are you?" I observed her tunacity. "Nope." "Shit!" I swore quietly. "Okay. I'll take her. On one condition." "What's that?" She asked, with a smile that said she had definitely won, again. "She has to pull her weight. I'm not her servant. I'm not waiting on her and I am most Definitely not going to change what I planned on doing because she came along! I don't care if she reads a book or plays solitaire or whatever. But if she turns into a pain in the ass I'm throwing her in the lake!" "As long as you don't drown her, you have my permission to throw her in at your discretion!" She said, practically beaming at my agreement. "So what does she need to bring?" "Jeans, tees, flannel shirts, that kind of thing." I answered. "I doubt she's even put a pair of jeans on in years, but I'll see what I can find." "I'd still rather take you." I muttered. "Maybe you can some time," she said, surprising me again as she climbed from the seat and slipped back into the passenger cabin. I didn't hear most of the conversation, having to concentrate on talking with approach and the tower as we got closer to landing. What I did hear wasn't particularly flattering. Cabin Therapy "Saturday. 10:00am sharp. If she's not here, I'm leaving her behind." I said quietly to Amy as they got into the waiting car at the airport. "Trust me. She'll be here with bells on." Amy said with a smile. "No matter what she says right now." "If you say so." I answered with a frown, not really wanting to think about how ruined my vacation had become. The Hot August Saturday morning came; and at five minutes to ten, Kim’s car arrived in did just that. Kim and Amy climbed from the back, Kim wearing a black mini-skirt, a red halter top and four inch spike heels. "Oh this is going to be fun." I said to myself with a frown as Amy and Kim walked up. "So, Kim. Do you have something to tell Adam?" Amy prompted. Kim rolled her eyes and bobbed her head side to side as she usually did when she had to do something because she was told to that she really didn't want to do. "Yes. Adam. I'm supposed to do whatever you tell me. Do half the cooking and not mess up your vacation. I'm just on vacation along with you and you're not my servant," she said with a frown. "And?" Amy prompted. "And if I become a pain in your ass you have permission to throw me into the lake," she said with an irritated huff. "Okay. Get on board." I told her as the driver of her car hauled the two big suitcases to the plane. I stowed them in the belly compartment and latched it down tight before climbing the stairs and pulling them up behind me. Kim rarely sat in the front with me, but was seated in the right seat as I crawled over the console into the left seat. It only took a few moments to get the turbines running and spun up, having already warmed them up after doing my ground check. I handed Kim a pair of headphones and put my own on as she adjusted them over her brown curls. "So, is this going to be fun or are you just doing this because you're being paid?" She asked across the electronic circuit. "I'm going on vacation. You're tagging along." I answered before pressing the button. "X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven, ready to taxi." "Roger X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven. You are cleared to taxiway K to runway one six. Hold short and notify." "Roger. Taxiway K hold short and notify." I answered as I pushed the throttles and started the big plane moving forward. We bounced across the rough taxiway for almost three minutes before I could turn and stop in front of the runway. I stopped and did my throttle checks and verified that all my controls worked as required, and notified the tower. "X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven holding at one six." "Roger X-ray Alpha Gulf Foxtrot Seven. You are cleared onto one six. You have a gulf stream coming in about two minutes behind you." "Roger that. I'll be long gone." I answered as I eased the plane onto the five thousand foot runway. I didn't even bother to stop as I pushed the throttles fully forward and spun the props up to speed, the plane quickly accelerating down the tarmac and easily lifting into the air with our light payload. "And we're off," I said to Kim as we accelerated into the air, quickly climbing above the low cloud deck and breaking into the sunshine above. "So what makes this a vacation? Sounds like there isn't anything there," Kim said. "There's a cabin. A boat. A lake and some incredible scenery. What more do you need?" "TV? Cell phones. Electricity. Hot water." "There is electricity, as long as the sun is shining. And as far as hot water, there's a whole lake full. All you have to do is bring in a bucket and put it on the stove," I said with a chuckle. "Oh joy." "Don't start already. We have over four hours," I said to her as I set my GPS to Crested Butte airport. "So what do we do there?" she asked after almost half an hour of silence. "Fish, relax. You do know how to relax, right?" "Well. Amy packed me some books. So I guess I can read some. I suppose I can swim some too." "Maybe. If you don't mind cold water. The lake is probably around sixty five or so this time of year." "Oh joy," she said with a frown. "Don't worry. You can always just lay out on the dock and catch the sun," I told her. "So, neighbors?" "Uh. Closest is about five or six miles away. This is a lake on top of a ski resort. This time of year there's a skeleton crew on at the lodge, but that's about it." "Well. Sounds like a lot of fun," She said with a frown on her face. "Remember what I said about that water temperature?" "Yeah." "Don't make me throw you in as soon as we get there, because I will if I have to!" "Okay," she said with an obvious pout. "So what do you talk about when you're not talking about work?" I asked her. "Well, clothes, nail polish colors, what we should wear to various things. You know, girl stuff." "Girl stuff, huh?" "What do guys talk about?" "Fishing, hunting, sports, that kind of thing." "How much can you talk about fishing?" She asked curiously. "A lot. How much can you talk about what to wear?" "A lot." "How long did it take for you to pick that? What you're wearing." "I don't know. Maybe half an hour." "I see," I answered with a shake of my head. "How long did it take for you to pick what you're wearing?" She asked, looking at my t-shirt and cargo pocket shorts. "About thirty seconds," I answered her. "So, you do realize we're headed up a mountain." "Uh huh." "In a jeep." "Okay." "On a bouncy dirt road." "So?" She said with a shrug. "Your point?" "Just wondering what made you think that was an appropriate outfit." I answered with a chuckle. "What's wrong with it?" "Nothing. Not a thing. This is going to prove to be an interesting trip," I said, shaking my head and chuckling. I looked over at her and saw her pouting in the seat, trying hard not to say anything angry back at me. Three hours and fifty minutes after takeoff we touched down on the single runway at Crested Butte. I taxied to the general aviation area and shut down the turbines, letting them spool down as I got the stairs down. It only took me a few minutes to walk to the parking area and find the jeep that was left for me, an old CJ5 that looked like it'd seen better days. I drove to the plane and loaded the coolers, my duffel bag and fishing gear into the back along with her two big suit cases and then went about buttoning up the plane for short term storage, inserting the engine housing plugs and covers to keep birds and other undesirable critters out of the delicate engines. "Okay. All aboard!" I said as I closed the stairs and turned to walk to the driver's side of the jeep. I climbed in and looked over at Kim sitting in the somewhat ratty seat, trying to pull her mini-skirt down her legs. "You may want to put on your seatbelt. Without doors you'd end up on the pavement by the second corner." "If you say so," she said, pulling the seatbelt across her lap and clipping it. I chuckled and let the clutch out, quickly turning around and heading out toward highway fifty. Windblown. That's how I would have to describe her by the time I pulled off the highway nearly twenty miles down the road. With no top and no doors, the jeep was like a convertible on steroids. The wind whipped around the windshield and blew her hair in every possible direction, making it almost impossible for her to see. When I slowed down to turn onto the gravel road leading up the mountain I could see her frown, but had to admit, she was holding her tongue. I couldn't help but look over at her as we drove up the winding bouncy gravel road. The halter might have covered her large breasts, but it did a horrible job of containing the bouncing mounds, one of her breasts bouncing clear out of the top after a particularly rough jolt. Yeah it was an interesting outfit. I turned onto the dirt track that led even higher up the mountain, leaving the lodge behind us. The gravel road was smooth as silk compared to the two dirt ruts that constituted the road now. I looked over at Kim and actually felt sorry for her. Her short skirt had ridden up her thighs so far I could see the red of her panties beneath, and her tits absolutely refused to stay in the top, both of them now exposed as she held onto the windshield with one hand and the edge of the seat with the other, leaving none free to cover herself back up. I slowed down to bounce over a fallen log and then pulled to a stop in the middle of the road. I shut the engine off and sat back to look at her. "If you want, you can change." I said as she pulled the material of her halter back over her incredibly sexy tits. "No. I'm fine," she said after a few seconds. "I'm not going to disrupt your trip, remember?" "Afraid I'll throw you into the lake?" "Actually, I am." "Well, I'll make an exception. I promise not to throw you into the lake if you want to change your clothes." I said with a chuckle. "Why? You don't like what I'm wearing?" "Kim. I've flown you to how many photo shoots and catwalks? I doubt there's anything that you can wear that would show more than I've already seen." "Really? Why do you have a hardon then?" I looked down at my lap and realized she was right. I had a huge hardon inside my shorts, something I hadn't had looking at her since, well, shortly after I started. Her attractiveness had been completely overridden by her bitchy nasty personality. "Touch " I said. "Just thought I'd offer." "You don't like what you see?" "I didn't say that. You're a multi-million dollar showoff. Let's face it, you'd look good no matter what you wear." "But you don't want my tits bouncing where you can see em?" She asked pointedly. "Kim. I don't care if you wanna go naked. There isn't anyone out here to see except me and Mother Nature. So there isn't any point in being a clothes horse. Wear what you want to be comfortable." "That offer to change still stand?" She asked with her brow furrowed slightly. "Still stands." I answered. "Good," she said, unbuckling her seatbelt. She stepped out of the jeep and stood on the grass next to the dirt tracks, wiggling her skirt down over her hips until she could step out of it. She tossed it onto the empty old milk crate I kept wedged between our seats and then reached for the top of her halter, pulling the knot around her neck apart. The material flopped down, exposing her full round tits, each the size of a half melon glued to her chest. Her skin was tanned without a single line and her areola, perfectly round and pink were clearly puckered around her rock hard nipples. She finished undoing the tie behind her back and tossed the top on top of the skirt. She bent over and pulled her four inch heels off and tossed them onto the pile as well. "There," she said sliding back onto the seat and starting to buckle her belt back up. "That all? You don't want to take the panties off too?" "If you insist," she said, reaching down and sliding the tiny red thong panty off her ass and down her legs, tossing it into my lap, leaving her completely naked on the passenger seat. "You're turn." "My turn for what?" "To get undressed. It's only fair, right? I mean you don't expect me to sit here naked all alone, right?" "Why?" I asked a little startled. "Well, look at it from my perspective. I get ogled all day. Hell, there's dozens of guys that have seen me completely naked, including you. They see me when I'm changing, they see me when I'm being posed for a photo, there isn't a part of me that hasn't been exposed to multiple guys. Once, just once, I'd like turnaround to be fair play. If I'm naked, you should be too." I thought about it for a few moments, and without another word, unbuckled my seat belt. I stepped out of the jeep and undid the belt on my shorts and pushed them down, stepping out of them and tossing them on the pile between the seats. I took a breath and a little nervously pushed my boxers down, freeing my engorged cock to stick out its full nine inches at her. I tossed my boxers on the pile and then skimmed off my t-shirt, leaving me naked except for my socks and boots. "Better?" I asked as I slipped into the seat again and buckled the seat belt, my cock sticking straight up in the air as I pushed the clutch in to start the engine together. "Actually, yeah, it is," she said, still looking at my cock and making me nervous. I shifted into gear and took off up the road again bouncing our way up the last mile toward the cabin. I pulled into the clearing in front of the lake and stopped, shutting the engine down and letting Mother Nature bathe us in the sound of the breeze blowing through the soft pine boughs and the birds starting to chirp again after our arrival. "Wow. This is...well, incredible," she said, undoing her seat belt and standing up, holding onto the windshield. She turned to look around, her pussy slightly higher than my face, but only a little more than a foot away, her completely shaved mound and pussy completely exposed as she moved. Her lips were fat and round with only a tiny bit of inner lip peeking out from between them, little bits of moisture glistening between her lips sexily. If my cock had softened any on the remaining drive, the view in front of me ensured that I was once again rock hard. "Yeah, it is." I answered, thinking more about how she looked framed against the sky and trees in front of me than anything else. "You know this wouldn't be a half bad place if I didn't have to shit in a wooden box," she said as she stared at the little outhouse behind the cabin. "And then it's gone." I muttered. For a few minutes she was acting like a real person. Hell, I'd even felt a little sorry for her having no control over who sees her naked. Stupid of me I know. I climbed out of the jeep and started carrying the gear into the small cabin, Kim walking in behind me, seeing the dust and cobwebs that prevailed in the many months of human absence. "Jesus! Doesn't anyone clean around here?" I turned around and looked at her, took two steps and picked her thin frame up in my arms and threw her over my shoulder, clamping her kicking legs to my chest as I walked out the cabin door. She struggled and squirmed, twisting in my arms and trying to hit and kick me to put her down all the way to the rickety wooden dock sticking out about 30 feet from shore, into the lake. It wasn't the most graceful thing I'd ever done, but the squeal as she hit the cold water was worth the several bruises I was sure were going to pop up for my effort. I walked to the shore and stood there, waiting for her to walk naked from the lake, her hair now laying in a flat mat, water streaming from her hair and body. She walked up the shore staring daggers at me. "Bastard," she muttered. To be continued. By m_storyman_x, for Literotica.

Welcome to this special collection episode of Sasquatch Odyssey, featuring six of the most compelling Bigfoot encounters I've documented across the Southeastern United States over the past five years. These stories span sixty years of fear, awe, and unanswered questions, carrying us from Alabama's river bottoms to South Carolina's swamps, and showing why the South may be one of the last true sanctuaries for something we still don't understand.We open in the suffocating heat of Alabama in 1967, where a power company lineman working near the Cahaba River noticed something impossible: massive handprints sunk deep into a utility pole. Moments later, he found himself face to face with a towering presence that moved with purpose and intelligence. That encounter sets the tone for everything that follows—brief, terrifying interactions where the creature controls the moment, revealing itself only on its own terms.From there, we climb into the mountains of North Georgia in 1973, where four seasoned hunters discovered the woods had a hierarchy they didn't sit atop.Near Blue Ridge, their camp became the target of relentless intimidation—rocks crashing through darkness, trees shaking violently, and a chilling discovery at dawn: dozens of stick figures arranged in a perfect warning circle around them. The night didn't just scare them; it shattered friendships and ended their lives in the forest forever.The third account takes us into Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains in 1985, where a park ranger and wildlife biologist experienced something that demolished her scientific certainty. While stationed in a fire tower, she watched a massive creature climb the structure and examine her equipment with unsettling curiosity, as if it understood what it was seeing. Even more disturbing was what she learned afterward—that similar encounters had been quietly documented for decades, tucked away and never meant for public eyes.The most heartbreaking story comes from the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas in 1991.A family camping trip turned into a nightmare when towering beings approached their site and demonstrated strength beyond anything human—crushing rocks in their hands while the family huddled in terror. A young girl watched it unfold, and the trauma that followed tore the family apart, leaving permanent scars long after the woods fell silent again. In 2002, deep in North Carolina's Pisgah National Forest, an experienced hiker found himself living through an encounter unlike any other in my files. He described three days in captivity with what appeared to be a family group of these beings, observing tool use, complex social behavior, and a kind of focused curiosity toward human objects. His story challenges the idea of Sasquatch as a solitary wilderness phantom and suggests something closer to culture—structured intelligence living beyond our reach.Our final encounter lands in South Carolina in 2014, when college biology students captured forty-three minutes of high-definition footage of a creature inspecting their research equipment with clear understanding of its purpose.What happened next was just as chilling as what they filmed: a rapid government response, confiscated evidence, and enforced silence that raises the question of how long this phenomenon has truly been known—and how actively it's been buried.Across six stories and six decades, the same threads surface again and again: the heavy, musky odor that announces their presence, the massive handprints left behind like signatures, and the unnerving sense of being watched by something that doesn't panic or flee—but evaluates. Most unsettling of all is the repeated realization that these creatures could harm us effortlessly, yet choose restraint instead. Witnesses don't describe a mere animal. They describe something hovering in a blurred space between human and beast, perfectly adapted to remain hidden while living alongside us. What emerges from these accounts is a portrait of the American South as a vast refuge for an undiscovered species—or perhaps a parallel branch of human evolution that chose isolation over contact. From Alabama's rivers to Tennessee's peaks and the deep wild of the Ozarks and Carolinas, these beings have claimed territories in the spaces we've ignored or forgotten. They watch from cover, occasionally stepping into view when a boundary is crossed, always vanishing before the mystery can be pinned down. They want you to know the woods are not empty, that something ancient and intelligent still moves through them, and that the old instinct to tread carefully in the dark may be rooted in more than superstition.As you listen, notice how the behavior of these creatures shifts over time, especially around human technology. Consider what it means that responses to evidence sometimes seem immediate and organized. And ask yourself what else might be sitting in classified files, protected by silence and dismissal. These aren't campfire tales or urban legends. They are documented encounters from credible witnesses whose lives were never the same afterward. The South keeps its secrets well, but every now and then—between darkness and dawn, between wilderness and civilization—those secrets step out just long enough to remind us how much we still don't know.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" It's November in the Ozarks which means deer season is in full swing, the trail cams are buzzing, and the cold fronts are making everyone (including the bucks) act a little weird. In this episode of The Check Station, we recap everything that's happened so far during the rut, including one of the wildest weeks in Ozark Podcast hunting history: missed deer, buck fever, high wind sits, drone recovery talk, trail cam busts, and multiple shooter sightings. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠Prism Glass Co⁠⁠ - Luxury residential glass and mirror installation ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 Welcome to The Check Station 3:00 Hither and Yonder 23:00 Reel Reactions 42:00 Shootin' from the Hip 56:40 The Check Station 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

On today's show, we'll discuss a new study that finds rural cancer survivors in Arkansas are more likely to respond to surveys mailed or conducted over the phone. We'll also explore just how far the Ozarks extend beyond Missouri and Arkansas, and hear about some of the stunning images featured in The Momentary's new exhibit, "The Greatest Wildlife Photographs."

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In this episode, Dr. Tom Cowan speaks with longtime friend Christopher Gardner, who shares his journey of discovering and working with biochar, a potent soil amendment derived from biomass through pyrolysis (low-oxygen burning). Originally inspired by Amazonian agricultural techniques (terra preta), Christopher began experimenting with biochar while living in Central America, where the soil was poor and depleted.Through firsthand trial and error, he found that adding biochar to his farm dramatically improved plant health, eliminated pest problems like leafcutter ants, and boosted yields of cacao, coffee, bamboo, and tropical fruits. He describes how biochar:-Enhances soil structure and water retention-Creates structured, energetically coherent water-Offers resistance to EMFs through its diamagnetic properties-Acts like a “womb” for seedlings, encouraging strong, healthy growthHe also explains the science and method behind making biochar, comparing it to ancient Amazonian kiln practices, and how he's now producing high-quality biochar in the Ozarks using Amish and Mennonite mill byproducts. His new company, BlackGold Biochar, provides this regenerative product for gardeners and farmers.Check out Christopher's Black Gold Biochar here:  https://www.blackgoldbiochar.com/discount/TOMCOWAN?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fblackgold-biocharSupport the showWebsites:https://drtomcowan.com/https://www.drcowansgarden.com/https://newbiologyclinic.com/https://newbiologycurriculum.com/Instagram: @TalkinTurkeywithTomFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTomCowan/Bitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/CivTSuEjw6Qp/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzxdc2o0Q_XZIPwo07XCrNg

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" As peak rut dwindles and we enter into late rut, finding rut funnels is our guest's biggest advice for locating big, mature bucks. In this episode, we're back with Drew Atkinson, a fan favorite and Ozark deer whisperer who mountain man strategies inspire us every time we sit down with him. We get into rut funnels, doe groups, buck sign, and the late rut that most people forget about. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠Prism Glass Co⁠ - Luxury residential glass and mirror installation ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 Rut Strategy 5:00 Finding 'Rut Funnels' 12:00 How to Hunt Funnels 26:00 Buck Sign 37:30 Late December Rut 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

It's time for another trip to Branson on Wednesday for Show Three in our Ozark Mountain Christmas series with guests Angie Skillern from Truth Traveler, where Biblical history comes to life through an immersive experience of thrilling 5D time-travel journey, transporting you to pivotal moments from Eden to eternity, Valerie Coleman from College of the Ozarks, where delicious fruitcakes are made by students who are given the opportunity to receive a tuition-free education and debt-free, founded in 1906, and Madison Horner from Big Cedar Lodge, going all out for the holiday season with ice skating and tubing, over 4 million lights, all embracing the natural landscape of the beautiful Ozark Mountains. Listen WED 11/19 3PM #AM640 #FM100.7 #MemphisRadio or stream live at https://bottradionetwork.com/audio-player/?stream_id=39#v #pastors #ozarkmountainchristmas #Branson #ChristmasInBranson #travel #ChristmasVacation This is the third of five shows in the Ozark Mountain Christmas series.

This week, radio & television legend and Country Music Hall of Fame member Grandpa Jones with his wife, Grand Old Opry star Ramona and family recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews and a live performance from the Jones Family. Aubrey Atwater presents “The Mother of Folk Music” Jean Ritchie, and Mark Jones offers an archival recording of Ozark original, Jim Bullard. Grandpa Jones was a performer during the golden age of radio, and later found success as a cast member on the syndicated television program, “Hee Haw.”  After years of living near Nashville, TN, Grandpa moved to Mountain View, Arkansas in the early 1980's. Along with his wife Ramona, they ran the Grandpa Jones Dinner Theater. The theater employed many musicians, many of whom are still around the Ozarks today including their son Mark and guitarist Danny Dozier. We'll dig deep into the archives this week for a set of music, featuring some of Grandpa's finest performances at Ozark Folk Center State Park. “The Jones Family Band” features a cast of all-star musicians, including Alisa and Mark Jones. This performance from the Jones Family Band was the last one recorded at the Ozark Folk Center State Park before Ramona passed in late 2015. Renowned folk musician Aubrey Atwater profiles influential folk music icons Jean Ritchie and the Ritchie Family, as well as explores the traditional Appalachian music and dance that the Ritchie Family helped to perpetuate into the modern American folk lexicon. This episode focuses on Jean Ritchie as a songwriter, and features Jean's performance of her original song “Black Water.” Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a rare recording of Ozark original Jim Bullard, performing the traditional song “Glory Land,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.

Listen as Brian Lunt explores the powerful intersection of faith and entrepreneurship. Brian reflects on his transition from a secular business mindset to one deeply rooted in Christian values, emphasizing the role of faith in guiding his decisions and actions. He highlights the significance of community and peer support in navigating the challenges of leadership, sharing personal anecdotes and insights from his experiences. Brian's journey illustrates how faith can enrich one's work and life, offering a compelling perspective on the potential for spiritual growth within professional settings. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to integrate their faith into their career and leadership practices.About Brian:Brian Lunt is a connector, a facilitator and a coach, but mostly he's an entrepreneur. Brian brings over two decades of experience in financial services, entrepreneurship and business to help CEOs and owners navigate complex challenges and accelerate growth. As a Growth Catalyst at Acumen, Brian is helping spearhead their expansion into the Saint Louis market. Acumen specializes in Peer Advisory Teams (aka Masterminds) for CEOs and business owners focused on professional and personal development.Brian began his career in community banking, working alongside his father and gaining deep insight into both financial operations and family business dynamics. Starting as a management trainee, he progressed through every department in the bank prior to leading the secondary lending division into and through the 2008 financial crisis. Throughout that time, he played a critical role in managing distressed loans and ensuring the bank's stability. He also continued his education earning an M.B.A. from Washington University and a banking degree from the Graduate School of Banking at LSU. He finished out his career at the bank as a Vice President and primarily a lender, but also helped with marketing, HR, IT, strategic and financial planning.In 2015, Brian branched out to start his consulting firm, Seed Level Creativity Lab, a launching pad for a variety of enterprises and an era of serial entrepreneurship. In 2016, he founded Medici MediaSpace, a thriving coworking location in St. Louis, which he successfully sold in 2018. He also founded the Saint Louis Business Club and multiple other ventures, always maintaining an active consulting and coaching practice. For nearly a decade, Brian has facilitated peer-to-peer advisory teams and masterminds, including work with his mentor Dr. Tom Hill, The Alternative Board (TAB), and TitanCEO.Brian lives in Kirkwood, MO with his three children and enjoys traveling, attending church, spending time with friends, and escaping for weekends at the Lake of the Ozarks.Support the showTransforming the workplace one Bible study at a time - GET STARTED today! CONNECT WITH US:B-B-T.org | News | LinkedIn Biblical Business Training (“BBT”) equips busy, working people to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and empowers them in small-group Bible study settings to apply Biblical principles to their every day lives - especially in the workplace. BBT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which exists to help people develop their Christian “Faith for Work – Leadership for Life!”

Send us a textThis week on the Golfweek Amateur Tour – The Podcast, Tim Newman and Chris Rocha close out the season with a celebration of everything that makes Amateur Golf Competition so special: grit, camaraderie, friendly trash talk, and the incredible people who keep the Golfweek Amateur Tour moving forward.To wrap the year, Tim and Chris welcome two Directors' Cup champions whose stories capture exactly what our Golf Community is all about.First up is Orlando Tour Director Terry Lawson, who somehow turned a year of double knee replacements into one of the most impressive comeback stories we've seen on the Golfweek Amateur Tour. From surgery to the National Championship to battling the yips and a lingering cold, Terry still managed to lead one of the strongest senior turnouts in the country. He talks recovery, mindset, community, and why he's determined to come back next season as a single-digit handicap golfer. His passion for building connection and creating a “family feel” at every event, reminds us why players love this tour so much.Then we head to Kansas and catch up with Tour Director David Keene, fresh off his Directors' Cup win. David shares how consistency, structure, and community engagement helped him drive momentum all season long. From managing flights and skins to operating a tour that stretches across Kansas City, Wichita, and the Ozarks, David proves that great Local Golf Tours thrive when the details matter. He also talks about past injuries, future plans, and the importance of keeping competitions fun, fair, and pressure-tested for everyday golfers.Throughout the episode, Tim and Chris highlight what makes the Golfweek Amateur Tour and Senior Amateur Tour the premier destinations for Amateur Golf Tournaments in the country: competitive formats, season-long storylines, friendships that feel like family, and a shared love of showing up, grinding it out, and playing like pros.If you're passionate about Competitive Golf Events, love hearing the behind-the-scenes stories from tour directors or want to be part of a thriving Golf Community, this season finale hits the sweet spot.Enjoyed the episode?Share it with your golf crew, follow the show, and get ready, next season is already shaping up to be bigger than ever.Support the showPodcast HomepageGolfweek Amateur TourSenior Amateur TourFacebookYouTubeSrixonJondo Sunglasses

Matt from Missouri has spent over five decades surrounded by the unexplained — and in this exclusive Bigfoot Society interview, he finally tells it all. From childhood experiences with haunted antiques and psychic energy to eerie nights filled with unexplainable screams, strange lights, and UFOs hovering over the Mississippi River, Matt's story is a rare window into a life touched by the unknown.He recounts terrifying encounters deep in the Missouri woods — rocks thrown from the darkness, mysterious voices mimicking loved ones, and the unforgettable moment he came face-to-face with something massive and unseen. His experiences span generations, connecting Native American heritage, paranormal events, and Bigfoot sightings across Missouri's wild backcountry.Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this conversation will challenge everything you think you know about the supernatural. Tune in for one of the most detailed and haunting Bigfoot eyewitness stories ever shared on record.

Dawn and Dina interview a new friend from Douglas County who is having some crazy things happen at his homeplace...YIKES!    Follow Us! ozarkshaintsnhooch.weebly.com Ozarks Haints N Hooch on Patreon Instagram and Faceboook - @ozarkshaintsnhooch Contact us! OzarksHaintsNHooch@gmail.com

Think film noir is all detectives and femme fatales? Think again. Kristy and Jeff trade daylight for streetlights as they slip into the smoky, shadowy world of Noirvember — a month-long celebration of crime, cynicism, and cinematic style. From doomed lovers to desperate antiheroes, this episode proves that in film noir, everyone's guilty of something. 

On today's show, Artist Eugene Sargent unveils the nine-foot-tall “Tree of Communication”. Also, Ozark, Arkansas native Jesse Welles becomes a Grammy nominee, and we hear about NWA's welcoming week. 

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" Technology keeps advancing at rapid rates: should 'fair chase' and hunting ethicality evolve with it? In this episode, we're back with Derrick Dixon of Whitetail Research, whose viral YouTube videos and data-driven insights are changing everything we thought we knew about mature buck behavior. We get into thermal drones, cell cameras, trail cameras, and how Derrick uses (or rather doesn't use) his collected data to achieve an unwanted advantage over deer in the ozarks. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Prism Glass Co - Luxury residential glass and mirror installation ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 Ethics of Drone Research 13:30 Defining 'Fair Chase' 26:00 Drone Laws 35:00 Cell Cameras 44:30 Bumping Deer 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

They were called the Baldknobbers – a group of vigilantes that roamed the Ozarks dispensing justice as they saw fit.  The group still exists but...

Nightmare in the Ozarks is an annual horror film festival in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, that showcases horror, thriller, dark comedy, spooky sci-fi features, and shorts. This is my second year attending the festival and I had an absolute blast. This hidden gem deserves more attention, and I'm excited to recap my experience at the festival, including the movies I saw and what makes it a special event. Read:Checking in at The Crescent HotelListen:Lore: Disappointment

It’s fall championship season across the Ozarks! Host Scott Puryear welcomes Chris Parker of KY3 Ozarks Sports Zone to Around the Ozarks Sports Scene for a complete rundown of the fall high school sports action. From volleyball to Friday night football showdowns, plus soccer and more, Chris breaks down which local teams and athletes are making headlines and chasing titles. It’s your all-in-one guide to the biggest moments of the Ozarks fall sports season. Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" This episode is going to flip your hunting world upside down! We're back wtih Brian Slane, and this time, we go deep into his hunting system for Mature Ozark bucks. From weather-first stand selection to why the little spike buck may be your best intel during the rut, Brian breaks down the hidden rules mature bucks live by and how you can finally crack the code. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 Derrick's "overnight" success 9:30 Drone research insights 23:00 Morning vs. Evening Movement 32:00 Mature Buck Bedding 40:00 Debunked Deer Myths 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

Fresh off Big Rock Candy Mountain, Shags returns from wedding bliss — the “Forever Fiancé” is now the “Former Fiancé.” Brandon and Shags welcome back their good buddy Michael Collins from Misty Mountain Guiding Service to talk about the wedding weekend, fly-fishing the Ozarks, and a few deer that almost stole the show. The crew also dives into the dos and don'ts of public land hunting, including Michael's recent run-in with a not-so-friendly neighbor in the woods.For more info:Misty Mountain FB PageMisty Mountain InstagramMisty Mountain WebsiteSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

About the Show:"Smile. A smile will break any entrance to any door. It doesn't matter what's going on—if you smile, you give someone the comfort zone to engage.” – Francisco Valencia “The Frisco Kid”On this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn welcomes back comedian Francisco Valencia—aka the Frisco Kid—for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation about embracing dreams, building a vibrant local comedy scene, and using humor to connect cultures and spark well-being in the Ozarks.Two years since his first appearance, Francisco's comedic journey has taken him from open mics in Rogers to opening for big names and hosting packed shows at the Music Depot. But beyond the laughs, Francisco discusses the deeper purpose of comedy—educating audiences, sharing messages of hope, and weaving diverse stories that resonate for all. Whether through clean sets for corporate events or by nurturing a team of up-and-coming comics, Francisco's story is a testament to persistence, positivity, and the value of community support.Tune in for Francisco's behind-the-scenes tales, reflections on cultural identity in Northwest Arkansas, and actionable advice on finding joy and connection. Whether you're an aspiring comic, long-time resident, or recent transplant, this episode is a celebration of the power of bringing people together—one laugh at a time.Key Takeaways:Comedy as Community: Francisco's journey shows that stand-up is much more than laughs—it's about building bridges across cultures and connecting people in the Ozarks.Dreams & Perseverance: Success in comedy (and life) requires courage, resilience, and the right support group—acknowledging that “no one is truly self-made.”Clean Laughter, Real Impact: Performing clean comedy has opened doors to corporate, church, and family-friendly events, helping break stereotypes and reach broader audiences.Storytelling Power: The most memorable routines come from authentic storytelling, bringing together diverse backgrounds and shared experiences.Lifting Others Up: Francisco invests in fellow comics and artists, proving that a rising tide lifts all ships—mentoring, collaboration, and rooting for each other are central to his philosophy.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Episode 253 https://iamnorthwestarkansas.com/253 Follow Francisco Valencia (Frisco Kid) on Instagram: @FriscoKidLive Catch Francisco's regular show at Music Depot, Downtown Rogers (Second Friday of every month)Mentioned Resources & Organizations:Music Depot Rogers: Live event schedule and infoDiamond State Comedy Festival (October, NWA)FindItNWA.com NWA's Hyperlocal Business DirectoryThis 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...

The Crossing The road was the kind of lonely that felt personal.Arkansas Route 178 cut through a stretch of forest at the base of the Ozarks, a snake-shaped ribbon of cracked pavement winding into dense dark. www.bigfootswilderness.com 

Our 100th EPISODE!!! Dawn and Dina visit a homeplace near Strafford MO where the old wire road runs right through the yard. The three sisters who grew up there tell us about all kinds of spooky things that have happened in their house and on the land just in time for Halloween!  Follow Us! ozarkshaintsnhooch.weebly.com Ozarks Haints N Hooch on Patreon Instagram and Faceboook - @ozarkshaintsnhooch Contact us! OzarksHaintsNHooch@gmail.com

Hard Work U® is the motto at College of the Ozarks. Valerie Coleman, director of communications and public relations, and Micah, a public relations major and student working in that office, join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker to talk about the unique environment at College of the Ozarks. They discuss how students are able to pay for college by working in many unique venues on campus. Listen to their conversation and share it with any hardworking, college-bound students that you know. Referenced Materials College of the Ozarks College of the Ozarks Ice Cream Classic Learning Test School of the Ozarks College of the Ozarks mission If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.com Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com

This video answers the question: Can I analyze the case of Jon Ganz? Support Dr. Grande on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/drgrande⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Grande's book Harm Reduction: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Harm-Reduction-Todd-Grande-PhD/dp/1950057313⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Grande's book Psychology of Notorious Serial Killers: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Notorious-Serial-Killers-Intersection/dp/1950057259⁠⁠⁠ Check out Dr. Grande's merchandise ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://teespring.com/stores/dr-grandes-store⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" This episode is going to flip your hunting world upside down! We're back wtih Brian Slane, and this time, we go deep into his hunting system for Mature Ozark bucks. From weather-first stand selection to why the little spike buck may be your best intel during the rut, Brian breaks down the hidden rules mature bucks live by and how you can finally crack the code. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 How to Get Mature Bucks in Range 10:00 The "Little Spike" Method 23:30 Still Hunting 29:00 Preferred Bedding Areas 38:00 Hunting from a Map 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

While Shags is off celebrating his wedding, we're rolling back to one of our favorite conversations from the early days of the show. In this best-of episode, Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Clay Newcomb — before he joined MeatEater and became a household name in the hunting world.Clay talks about building Bear Hunting Magazine and its podcast, managing bears, spot-and-stalk hunts, baiting, and how the Ouachita Mountains stack up against the Ozarks. Plus: traditional bows, the mystery bait bucket, and a gear review that takes us straight back to the roots of the show. New episodes return next week — but for now, enjoy this classic conversation.Special thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

  In the summer of 2018, I began to plan our annual "getaway" trip for September. From my teen years through my mid-50s, I was a retail animal. When you're leading a retail company, you don't think about taking time off between October and January. September always was the most convenient time to step away. So here I am, mid-summer, planning for September. Big Cedar Lodge, up near Branson, Missouri, had become a bit of a favored place. We enjoyed the Ozarks and had friends in the Springfield area, so it was a go-to place once a year. But...in 2018, I didn't really want to make the 8-hour one-way drive. That's why I began to search for a place closer to home. A place within a 6-hour drive of Dallas/Ft. Worth. I spent a few days searching online, but there was no clear, obvious winner - until I found a place called Hot Springs Village. Having never heard of HSV, I dug a bit deeper, fearing it was simply an offshoot of Hot Springs. I was not interested in visiting a town. Any town. I wanted to get OUT of town. I searched Airbnb, found a few suitable places, and settled on a bedroom suite, booked it, and thought we were all set. Now, we endure life until we can get away. Then, on Labor Day Monday, 2018, our world came crashing down. It was the worst time of our lives - it remains the worst, and I don't think anything will ever top it. It was a family crisis that buckled our knees. But it was beyond our control. Truth was, we couldn't even influence the outcome. So we concentrated on what we could do. The people we could support. The positive influence we could have. Our trip was coming up fast, and here we were going through the worst of times. I was tempted to cancel the trip, but Rhonda and I decided to go to this place we'd never been before - Hot Springs Village instead. We figured if it was even close to the depictions online, we could walk, talk, and pray A LOT. So we drove here, 5 hours door-to-door. That was awesome! And we were immediately both puzzled and smitten with Hot Springs Village. Miles of walking. Hours of talking. Even more hours of praying. That was the FALL of 2018. Seven years ago. That's our context. It was our introduction to Hot Springs Village. Not a vacation. Not a search for a retirement destination. Not a fun-filled getaway. Instead, it was our journey toward respite. Respite to figure things out. A place to get in nature, together, and be alone with God. So you can hopefully see why FALL is such a special time of year for us inside Hot Springs Village. It's a time of year that doesn't depress us, but it does remind us to enjoy life, knowing winter is coming. And when winter comes, we'll all be looking forward to SPRING. I hope this show, Hot Springs Village Inside Out, provides a more positive and compelling reason for you to visit or consider Hot Springs Village as your home one day.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

I finally tell the near-lifelong story of the thing that tormented my family and killed numerous pets and animals in the Ozark Mountains. Ozark Howler? Dogman encounters? You decide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" Strap in Ozarkers, this episode with Brian Slane is EXACTLY what we've been looking for heading into the spooky season that is...Ozark Mountain Buck Hunting. In this episode, we discuss rub lines, wind switches, rattling methods, and the most overlooked deer behavior pattern that Brian uses to predict (to the day) when he'll harvest his buck each year. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠⁠Maverik⁠⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 Developing a Deer System 16:30 Rattling 26:30 Rub Lines 49:00 Stand Placement 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

What happens when a paratrooper, a fisherman's granddaughter, a trucker, a Canadian toy photographer, and five other eyewitnesses come forward with their Bigfoot encounters — from one coast to another?In this groundbreaking episode, eight individuals recount real-life Sasquatch sightings from Missouri, Alaska, California, Kentucky, Louisiana, Oregon, Minnesota, and Canada. These aren't secondhand stories — they're first-person encounters involving midnight fence jumps, glowing eyes in the woods, growls outside tents, haybale bedding, and the infamous spider-crawl.From rural gravel roads to icy northern lakes, from eerie forest screams to moments of chilling eye contact, these stories span generations and geographies — but all point to one thing: something is out there.

About the Show:"I don't need to be the best for two reasons. One is, we want to first reset what the standard taste and flavors and experience should be for Southeast Asian cuisine." – Binh HoangIn this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Binh Hoang, the visionary behind House 1830 in Downtown Rogers. Born in a Thai refugee camp to Vietnamese parents, Binh shares how his family's story—and the broader Southeast Asian immigrant experience—inspired the mission, strategy, and storytelling behind House 1830.While Binh focuses on the vision, historical context, and strategic direction of the restaurant, he credits his sister-in-law, Chef Be, as the Executive Chef and culinary force behind the menu. Together, they craft more than just food—they create immersive cultural experiences that educate, connect, and inspire the Northwest Arkansas community.From humble beginnings building a food booth in his driveway to launching a restaurant known for its authenticity and heart, Binh's story is a powerful blend of resilience, family legacy, and bold purpose. Whether you're a food lover, entrepreneur, or local community supporter, this episode offers insights on leadership, heritage, and building a business with soul.Key Takeaways:Purpose Before Profit: Binh's story shows the power of focusing on experience and mission instead of chasing money, which builds stronger businesses and communities.The Standard, Not the Best: House 1830 is striving to be the touchstone for authentic Southeast Asian cuisine in NWA, helping educate locals on ingredients, techniques, and cultural context.Family, Resilience, and Roots: Hear how Binh's journey from refugee camps to restaurateur is woven into the DNA of House 1830, and why family recipes and history matter.Night Markets & Community: House 1830's Night Market brings the magic of Southeast Asian night markets to Rogers, sparking connection and cultural awareness through food.Advice for Young Professionals: Put pride in your work, lead with curiosity, and become “the standard”—change comes from those who commit fully, especially in a region growing as fast as the Ozarks.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show* 106 W Elm St #102, Rogers, AR 72756(479) 278-7016Website: House1830.comInstagram:

A milestone - a marker on a real or figurative trail that allows you to know how far you've come and how far you've got to go. Here on our 150th episode, I take a moment to consider this particular milestone. Episodes featured : From Kansas to the Keiper Belt Granddad's Prayer Aid For The Tenth Leper The Music of Clearviews: Clearviews - Band Camp page   SUPPORT INDEPENDENT ARTIST! SUPPORT INDEPENDENT VOICES! Episode archive, news and more! Check out all we have to offer at withinpodcast.com! Want to advertise, sponsor or otherwise support Within The Realm? Visit with us at contact@withinpodcast.com or Support Within The Realm  Our wonderful sponsors! It's important, now more than ever, to support folks like us! jandjpoolsafety@gmail.com katchakid.com Katchakid has a 100% safety rating and have maintained that for over 50 years. That's a lot of safety and plenty of peace of mind when it comes to your pool and your family. Music: The Right Direction by Shane Ivers Martin Mountain Coffee: Small Batch Roaster for an Artisan Cup of Coffee! Check out Martin Mountain Coffee's signature Within The Realm Blend "Story Teller's Roast!" We won't be mad if you try the other great blends and roasts! Better yet, try a sample pack! It's better on the Mountain! Contact Us! Facebook: @withintherealm1 Instagram: within_the_realm contact@withinpodcast.com Now on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/sfg64.bsky.social   Within The Realm is a fiercly Independent podcast written and produced by Steve Garrett for the enjoyment of the curious soul. WTR intro: Sweat Shirt (S. Garrett) WTR outro: Baby Boy (S. Garrett) Available for speaking engagements! Check out the website for details. withinpodcast.com Want to advertise, sponsor or otherwise support Within The Realm? Visit with us at contact@withinpodcast.com or Support Within The Realm  And as always, Thanks for listening!

Welcome to the Old Ozarks with Dr. Brooks Blevins... For our Season 1 finale, we look back at the famous (or rather 'infamous') life of Southern Missouri native and major league catcher, Mickey Owens and his involvement affiliation with...corn? No, that's not a typo. 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.

Join host Steve Gould on "Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts" as he interviews retired police officer Jon Perry, a 36-year veteran with Kansas City and Virginia State Police. In this gripping episode, Jon shares intense stories from his career, including high-stakes crisis negotiations, criminal profiling, and assisting with a double homicide in the Ozarks. From barricaded subjects to global homicide investigations, Jon reveals the challenges and emotional toll of policing, offering insights into the mindset of a negotiator and the realities of law enforcement. Tune in for bizarre, heartwarming, and unforgettable moments from the front lines, plus advice for aspiring officers. Don't miss this powerful episode—perfect for true crime enthusiasts, law enforcement professionals, and anyone curious about the untold stories of policing. Subscribe, rate, and review to support the show! Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the TPS show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community on Patreon - "The Holler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" For thousands of years, fire shaped the Ozarks: clearing land, nourishing native plants, and creating the vibrant ecosystems once teeming with quail, wildflowers, and red-headed woodpeckers. But sometime around 1920, everything changed. .. In this episode, we sit down with McRee Anderson with The Nature Conservancy, to talk about the history of fire in the Ozarks, what the landscape looked like before fire suppression, and how controlled burns are helping to restore the balance. Our Trusted partners for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars ⁠Maverik⁠ - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Big Pete's Taxidermy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - High-quality work with quick turnaround ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pack Rat Outdoor Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 History of fire on the landscape 15:30 What happened in 1920? 30:00 Benefits of adding fire to the landscape 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

Dina hosts Dawn's story about crystal mines.  Follow Us! ozarkshaintsnhooch.weebly.com Ozarks Haints N Hooch on Patreon Instagram and Faceboook - @ozarkshaintsnhooch Contact us! OzarksHaintsNHooch@gmail.com @OzarksHaintsNHooch is Dawn Larsen and Dina Larsen Gillman

We're travelling to the bottom of the Great Lakes to explore a notorious shipwreck on this episode with an interview from WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, then heading south to Louisiana where WWL's Tommy Tucker digs into the dangerous and sometimes deadly feral hog infestation and finally to the bear-filled forests of the Ozarks, where the Dana & Parks Show out of Kansas City said multiple attacks have recently been reported.

We're travelling to the bottom of the Great Lakes to explore a notorious shipwreck on this episode with an interview from WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, then heading south to Louisiana where WWL's Tommy Tucker digs into the dangerous and sometimes deadly feral hog infestation and finally to the bear-filled forests of the Ozarks, where the Dana & Parks Show out of Kansas City said multiple attacks have recently been reported.

Once hailed as a luxurious spa retreat in the Ozarks, the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs would earn a far darker reputation - one of fraud, tragedy... and restless spirits. From its days as a supposed healing haven to a hospital of horrors run by a quack doctor, the Crescent has been called America's most haunted hotel. Step inside its haunted halls, if you DARE....on this historical and paranormal October episode. For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.badmagicproductions.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Savage speaks with Steve Williams, a pioneer in computer animation. Steve is renowned for his work on major films like Terminator 2 and Jurassic Park, where he developed groundbreaking visual effects including the T-1000 and the T-Rex. They discuss Steve's journey from being a weapons engineer to his significant role at Industrial Light and Magic (ILM), working with high-profile directors such as Steven Spielberg and James Cameron. Steve shares personal anecdotes about his rebellious nature, experiences with famous personalities, and technical insights into computer graphics and animation. The conversation also touches upon the evolution of the film industry, the impact of AI, and Steve's relocation to the Ozarks for a simpler life.

In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb is joined by Bear Newcomb and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker for a conversation with renowned Arkansas artist and fly fisherman, Duane Hada. Together, they dive into Duane’s deep-rooted love for the natural world, his artistic journey, and his passion for chasing smallmouth bass in the wild waters of the Ozarks. If you have comments on the show, send us a note to beargrease@themeateater.com Connect with Clay and MeatEater Clay on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Bear Grease MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.