Gamekeeper Podcast

This week we are joined by retired Game Warden Tim Flanigan. His new book, Night Killers: Blood Lusting Poachers tells the story of his career operating in the dark of night chasing night hunters. The poaching activity where outlaws utilize bright lights to aid in the unethical harvest of deer goes by many names such as shining, spotlighting, and jacklighting to name a few, and it occurs wherever whitetails live. His stories are shocking to say the least – from the blatant disregard with wounding animals to flagrantly threatening the wardens life, which was in clear danger more times than we could count.  We explore why some folks fear “Mr. Green Jeans” and we try to understand why poaching even has an appeal to some. By the end of the recording you will have been amazed at what this man went through to protect wildlife in his home state of Pennsylvania. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.         

Show Notes:   
Buy the book - https://www.amazon.com/Night-Killers-Blood-Lusting-Poachers/dp/B0D7QDT85X  

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This week we’re joined in studio by Maggie Williams, a young lady that proudly calls Arkansas home and ducks hunts 60 days a year and chases turkeys in more than a dozen states. How did she get the passion for hunting? What aspects of the sport drew her in? We asked her a lot of questions and found her to be a very interesting interview.  We talk greenheads, wood ducks and wild turkeys and her talent for finding private land access which has Dudley rethinking his. We also talk about being a dad and the influence that we can have on our children. It’s a fun one. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.         

Show Notes:   
Maggie Williams Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
The Maggie Williams Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/76Vdeuc1b2QAsmiTTNjINY 

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This week we’re joined in studio by an old school quail hunter who hunted through and vividly remembers the good ole days of bobwhites. Mr. Tommy Paulk is a larger than life character from Bullock County, Alabama that loves to hunt “pottidges” as he likes to call them.  Once a crop duster with over 30,000 acres of private land access, he flushed many a covey and tells us all about it. Who wouldn’t have wanted love to grow up where you whistle for the dogs, take off walking in any direction and be bird hunting. It’s a rare glimpse into how it once was. Also, you know that Bonnie Big Boy tomato you love from the garden, guess whose grandmother was Bonnie? You guessed it. You’ll enjoy this one. Listen. Learn and Enjoy. 

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This week we have Dr. Mark McConnell, Asst. Professor of Upland Birds at Mississippi State, to talk about the current status and future of a bird we all love so much. The flush of a wild bobwhite quail is an experience that many younger hunters may never have, and we discuss just how did we get to this scenario and what realistically can be done. It’s a deep subject, and you’ll hear it’s one that evokes frustrating emotions. Mark is a well-spoken knowledgeable expert that loves every aspect of the upland experience, and is the perfect guest to tell us what we need to know. You’ll even learn that French Poodles were originally bred to retrieve. Lastly, woodcock are discussed and they may be the target species for wild bird hunters of the South and beyond. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.        

Show Notes:
Dr. Mark McConnell: https://www.fwrc.msstate.edu/people/mdm380 

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On this week’s BONUS podcast we have crappie fishing legend Jimmy Slater in studio to explain everything crappie/white perch/sac-a-lait. His family has been in the crappie jig business for over 50 years and they’ve kept their finger on the pulse of both old school and new modern techniques. Crappie are a lot of fun to catch and delicious to eat. Listening to Jimmy will help you understand these fish and how to improve your chances. We also talk about the live scope technology and how it’s impacting the resources. It’s a fun discussion. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.       

Show Notes:
Slater’s Jigs: https://slatersjigs.com/   
B & M Pole: https://www.bnmpoles.com/ 

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On this week’s podcast Dr. Philip Lavretsky of UTEP and Dr. Brian Davis of Miss State University join us to explain the frightening scenario of the degradation of wild mallard genetics. Released “game farm” mallards were previously thought to not survive the winters, and certainly weren’t thought to be breeding with wild ducks. Turns out that’s not true as they are having an increasing genetic influence on the Atlantic flyway mallards and the phenomenon is moving west. All we have to do is look to Europe to see what could play out. This alarming story plus new information that Dr. Lavretsky explains has everyone worried about the future of our beloved greenheads. If you love wildlife, especially ducks, you’re going to want to pay attention to this one and share it. Listen and Learn.      

Show Notes:
Lavretsky Lab: https://www.utep.edu/science/lavretskylab/ 
Donations Page: https://givingto.utep.edu/conservation
Sign up for duckDNA: https://www.duckdna.com/ 

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On this week’s BONUS podcast we’re joined by celebrated pro bass fisherman Gerald Swindle. He’s also a very serious hunter and Gamekeeper so we had a lot to talk about.  Our plan was to get him to explain a year in the life of a largemouth bass (which he skillfully does), in order to comprehend what they are doing each season of the year. The GMAN’s professional insight into their behavior can help any fisherman. However, we got diverse and talked about the pride of owning property and the challenges that come with it. In addition, we had a deep discussion on fishing tactics, pressure, live scopes and whether or not we’re making fish go nocturnal public waters. This one is way more than fishing. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.     

Show Notes:
 Stay Connected with the GMAN:
 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geraldswindle/
YouTube - @GeraldGMANSwindle - https://www.instagram.com/geraldswindle/
GMAN Merchandise - https://www.geraldswindle.com/ 

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This week we’re joined in studio by World Champion Coyote caller Torry Cook of Arkansas. Torry, an obsessed hunter, has raised multiple coyote pup litters through the years in order to learn from them. You might wonder if raising pups has made him soft hearted towards them? Trust us, it hasn’t. It was totally a play to get knowledge and use it against them. It’s fascinating to hear him explain what he’s learned and how he applies that knowledge in terms of behavior and understanding vocalizations to improve his game. This was one of the most interesting discussions we have experienced. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.     

Show Notes:
Follow Torry Cook & MFK Game Calls
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torry.cookmfkcalls/ | https://www.facebook.com/mfk.calls
Website: https://mfkgamecalls.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tccustomcalls

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This week we have Vandy Collins, who just may be the most experienced dove field preparer alive today. If not, he isn’t far behind. He explains what he has learned through his many years of managing fields and hunters. Vandy is a wealth of knowledge and he isn’t shy to share his opinion. His tell it like it is attitude makes him seem crusty, but beneath that veneer, is a guy that deeply loves doves, dove hunting, dove dogs and the culture associated with it. Who doesn’t enjoy a good dove shoot? We explore why we love it so much and how to be better. Listen, Learn and Enjoy. 

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This week we have saltwater expert Tom Rowland on to discuss sharks and how they are affecting fishing. It seems social media is full of videos of sharks attacking many different species of hooked fish. It’s really sad to see a big tarpon or any other fish get targeted.  Is it the way we fish that is causing this? Are they conditioned to a fisherman’s habits? Is there a solution? Are there more sharks now than ever? Why do we seem to see more now on the beaches? It’s an interesting discussion and Tom has great insight. You’ll want to hear the story of Tom and his dad catching a 13.5 foot Hammerhead in the Keys. Listen, Learn and Enjoy    

Show Notes:
 Tom Rowland Podcast - https://tomrowlandpodcast.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tom_rowland/
YouTube - @SaltwaterExperience - https://www.youtube.com/user/SaltwaterExperience 

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