Episodes

  • Ep. 147 - Ozark Membership Status + Winter Hunting Stories
    Jan 29 2025
    We've just finished 'diving' into two cave episodes with Tom Aley and Dave Woods of Ozark Underground Laboratory and now we're back with an internal episode full of deer and duck hunting stories as well as some news from the region. Enjoy! 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. Sponsors (as of this episode release): Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cell trail cameras with A.I. integration Umarex Airguns - The leader in Air Rifle technology Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the adventurous outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett - AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Ep. 146 - Dave Woods of OUL - Exploring an Underground Ozark Cave (PART 2)
    Jan 22 2025
    We're back with Dave Woods of The Ozark Underground Laboratory (OUL) after we've literally gone down into the cave! This episode dives into the creatures of the cave, the impact of the surface on the subsurface, and how land management is connected to all sorts of habitat and wildlife health. Enjoy! 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. Sponsors (as of this episode release): Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cell trail cameras with A.I. integration Umarex Airguns - The leader in Air Rifle technology Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the adventurous outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett - AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Ep. 145 - Tom Aley of OUL - Exploring an Underground Ozark Cave (PART 1)
    Jan 15 2025
    We're visiting with the world's leading karst expert, Tom Aley of The Ozark Underground Laboratory (OUL) to discuss the importance of groundwater and its impact on human and wildlife health. We also dive into some of the craziest things Tom and his team have found in his cave...an endemic snail, some bear bones, and even a jaguar bone (just to name a few). Tom's friend and colleague Dave Woods also joined us for the conversation and took us down into the cave afterwards. We'll be back next week with Dave to discuss our findings on Part 2. Enjoy! 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. Current Sponsors: Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett - AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    55 mins
  • Merry Christmas! Here's What Happening in 2025...
    Dec 25 2024
    It's Christmas Day! We hope you're enjoying some time off with friends and family. 2024 was an amazing year, and we've got some exciting news for 2025...Merry Christmas, and thank you, from Kyle, Kyle and Dan, for listening to The Ozark Podcast. Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Big Pete's Taxidermy - High-quality work returned on time Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    5 mins
  • Ep. 144 - Dr. Brooks Blevins - What is the Regional Identity of the Ozarks? (Regifted)
    Dec 18 2024
    We've combined our 2-PART discussion with Dr. Brooks Blevins into one MEGA episode, re-gifted for you this Christmas Season. This is one of our most asked about episodes and one of our personal favorites! A few questions we discuss with Dr. Blevins are: Has Hillbilly culture disappeared? What is the regional identity of the Ozarks? AND finally Are the Ozarks Southern? Enjoy! Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Big Pete's Taxidermy - High-quality work returned on time Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Ep. 143 - Russten Johnson - Late Season is Where the Big Bucks Are? + Hunting Blind Setup
    Dec 11 2024
    Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Big Pete's Taxidermy - High-quality work returned on time Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman We've welcomed back Russten Johnson of United Outdoors and Branch Boss as a guide for late season hunting in the Ozarks. Lots of hunters overlook the late season as a viable time to harvest a big buck (OR they just don't wanna brace the cold), but in Russten's experience its the best time to pin up some big antlers on the wall. On this episode we discuss late season deer behaviors, finding a spot on public, and finally Russten's personal blind hunting setup. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Ep. 142 - Chef Erin Rowe (PART 2) - The Recipes of High South Ozark Cuisine
    Dec 4 2024
    Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Big Pete's Taxidermy - High-quality work returned on time Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman We're joined by Chef Erin Rowe to discuss the roots of Ozark Cuisine (aka High South Cuisine) through the collected stories, recipes, and traditions she's gathered over the years. On Part 2, we open up her book and discover some of the Ozark's traditional recipes. Enjoy! Ozark Culinary History by Chef Erin Rowe SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Ep. 141 - Chef Erin Rowe (PART 1) - The Roots of High South Ozark Cuisine
    Nov 27 2024
    Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Big Pete's Taxidermy - High-quality work returned on time Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman We're joined by Chef Erin Rowe to discuss the roots of Ozark Cuisine (aka High South Cuisine) through the collected stories, recipes, and traditions she's gathered over the years. On Part 1, we dive into the origins of Ozark Cuisine and how it came to be. On Part 2, we open up her book and discover some of the Ozark's traditional recipes. Enjoy! Ozark Culinary History by Chef Erin Rowe SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
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    46 mins