The Outdoor Hour

This is episode 1 of a 4 part series on Western rifle hunting. By listener demand, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton dive into Western hunting and swing for the fences out of the gate: this week's episode features Ike Eastman, President of Eastman's Hunting Journal. Ike tells stories of his grandfather's outdoor adventures and filmography in the 1950s, the distribution of their original videos, jumping into print, television, and the digital space, plus discusses all the resources available for outdoorsmen on Eastmans.com. Much of the modern outdoors content we know and love is built on the foundation the Eastman family laid, and this week's show is a great opportunity to learn more about how storytelling of the American West captivated the hearts of outdoorsmen worldwide. If you like stories from weeks spent living with Alaskan natives, to plane crashes and long survival odds, to insight into how to use those points you've been accumulating, this episode is for you.

In this episode Taylor Maples and Joshua Stratton preview the upcoming Deer Conference hosted by Oklahoma non-profit Oklahoma Hunters and Anglers, in conjunction with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. The 2025 Deer Conference is a great way to expand your knowledge of deer hunting from industry experts through 29 possible workshops and classes.

This is episode 4 of a 4 part series on Archery. In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about bowhunting. They discuss some of their favorite products, argue over scent control, and talk about things they do or don't do that help them harvest more animals with bows.

This is episode 3 of a 4 week series on Archery. In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by bowyer Bear Newcomb. You may have seem his craftsmanship on display for MeatEater, Bear Grease, or other media platforms, but the guys get a candid conversation with Bear about creating archery equipment from natural resources, flint knapping, primitive arrow tuning, and more...plus stories from hunting in the Newcomb family Bear Pit. Whether you're interested in Self Bows for yourself, or just want to marvel at the expert craftsmanship and process that goes into creating useful outdoor tools from scratch, this episode is one you won't want to miss!

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton chat about the state of the "Outdoor Expo" in the US; Josh recaps his recent trip to Orlando for ICAST, the largest Fishing expo in the world, then they're joined by Delta Waterfowl's Director of Industry Partnerships Chris Williams to tease this week's Delta Waterfowl Expo in Oklahoma City.

This is episode 2 of a 4 part series on Archery. Taylor Maples is joined again by Okie-Land Bowhunter Pro Shop and Indoor Range owner Bryn Chapman and this week it's all about the gear and technology. The guys talk about all the brands of bows on the market today, the differences, and what to consider as you pick your next setup. Then, they get in the weeds on sights, stabilizers, arrow rests, broadheads, and more. If you're a gear guy or you're in the market for your next bow, don't miss this!

This is week 1 of a four week series on archery. In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by owner of Okie-Land Bowhunter Pro Shop and Indoor Range Bryn Chapman. The guys discuss the history of archery, the progression of technology, hunting stills, tips for better shooting, and more!

This is the fourth episode in a four week series on Warm Water Fishing. In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton chat with fishing guide Chance Maxville. Chance is a prominent Small Mouth Bass angler and co-owner of Tulsa's new Fly Shop Green Country Fly Company.

This is the third episode in a four week series on Warm Water Fishing. In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by State Champion B.A.S.S. Nation Federation fisherman and National Championship qualifier Hunter Stanley.

This is the second episode in a four week series on Warm Water Fishing. In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Fisheries Biologist from Oklahoma's Department of Wildlife Conservation Jory Bartnicki.