This week on Take It Outside, Sam Mackey sits down with a true patriot who has served over two decades at the highest level of U.S. special operations.

Because of the nature of his work, he remains anonymous. Tune in for a rare and insightful conversation. 

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Sam Mackey sits down with rising country star Mike Parker—American Idol Top 10 finalist—talking Nashville, new music, and his debut album. From soulful R&B-influenced vocals to his CMT “Next Up Now” spotlight, Mike shares the journey behind his rise and headline tour.

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Host Sam Mackey sits down with Jason Johnson, founder of Project K-9 Hero, a nonprofit supporting retired Police K-9s and Military Working Dogs. Jason is a former U.S. Government K-9 expert, SWAT K-9 Officer, and U.S. Army Military Police Officer, as well as a published author and executive producer. Listen now to hear his stories, wisdom, and insights from a life of service  

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Sam Mackey and Jay Cutler catch up on everything—from personal life routines to hunting and beyond. Hear what they’re watching on The Pitt, the sports and activities keeping them busy like basketball, and who they’re keeping an eye on in football. Tune in today to catch up with the guys!

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Sam Mackey sits down with outlaw country force Paul Cauthen for a raw conversation about building his career on his own terms.

From his early days with Sons of Fathers to solo albums like Room 41 and Country Coming Down, Cauthen’s “Big Velvet” baritone blends country grit, gospel soul, and rock swagger. With 434M+ streams and hits like “Cocaine Country Dancing” and “Last of My Kind” with Shaboozey, he continues to push boundaries.We dive into his musical journey and more. Tune in now.

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On this episode of the Take It Outside Podcast, host Sam Mackey sits down with rising country artist Dalton Davis. 

Blending outlaw grit with soul, Dalton shares how his North Carolina roots and unique musical upbringing shaped his sound. Now signed to MCA/Republic Records, he’s on the verge of a breakout with “Cows In The Front Yard” and “Redneck and You Know It.”

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On this episode of the Take It Outside Podcast, host Sam Mackey sits down with singer-songwriter Mark Mackay to talk music, storytelling, and the journey behind his sound.

Mark dives into blending arena-ready rock with country soul, the role of vulnerability in his songwriting, and the experiences that shaped him as an artist. It’s an honest conversation about creativity, grit, and staying true to your roots.

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Today, Sam Mackey and Jay Cutler sit down with Bill Dickinson, co-founder of TETRA Hearing, to talk about the intersection of hearing science and hunting.

Founded by Bill Dickinson, Au.D., and David Gnewikow, Ph.D., TETRA combines decades of experience in hearing care and a lifetime of hunting to create hearing protection built specifically for the outdoors. Bill shares the mission behind TETRA and why protecting your hearing matters for every hunter.

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Nate Hosie sits down with Sam Mackey to talk hunting, country music, and everything in between. Better known as “The Turkey Slayer," Nate is the host of HeadHunters TV on the Outdoor Channel and one of the most recognizable personalities in modern outdoor media.

Nate has built a national reputation in turkey, deer, and elk hunting while also succeeding in country music, performing nationwide alongside artists like Luke Bryan, Riley Green, and Rhett Akins.

In this episode, Nate opens up about living a purpose-driven life, balancing the outdoors and music, and staying grounded through faith, family, and community.

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Chicago Bears fans — this one’s for you. Sam Mackey and Jay Cutler sit down with Chicago Bears team reporter Lauren Screeden to break down the current trajectory of the Bears and what makes Chicago football so electric. Lauren also shares her journey in sports broadcasting and content creation, what it’s like covering one of the most historic organizations in the NFL, and how she likes to enjoy the outdoors. Tune in for football insight, storytelling, and a fun look behind the scenes of Chicago sports media.

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