Driftwood Outdoors Podcast

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod take a fishing trip on Table Rock Lake with Captain Jeremy Rasnick, owner of Outcasting Adventures Fishing Guide Service. Topics Discussed: Multiple species caught, walleye, bass, catfish, blue gill, trout, Brandon's love for crickets, how to get started as a guide, gummy bear windmills, nightcrawlers, unpaid pro staffers, mystery bait bucket and more. For...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Indiana native, tournament fisherman, and Executive Director at City of Parsons & Labette County Economic Development & Tourism, Jim Zaleski Topics Discussed: CWD, Tim's Tiki Tap, nickel candy bars, space exploration, tournament fishing, Branson, AGLOW, outdoor communications, trying to buy one egg from Bob Evans, public lands, taking the fun...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod take a trip to the dark side with Blake Harris, owner of Excelled Fishing Charters. The guys take a guided night fishing trip on Lake Taneycomo in Branson, Mo chasing big fish. The podcast is recorded in the boat fishing with guide Blake Harris. The same night Shags caught a 31" brown. Truly a fish of a lifetime. For more info: https://www.excelledfishingch...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Tim Lesmeister, a man of many talents when it comes to outdoor marketing, music, and life advice. Topics discussed: Living life to the fullest, hunting, fishing in Alaska to Florida, the great outdoors, volcanic eruptions, wolves, ticks, coconut braziers, anxiety, owning a business, global warming, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info:...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Tricia Burkhardt, Executive Director of the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation The Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation is a nonprofit, charitable organization founded in 1997 to help meet financial needs placed on natural resource conservation and conservation-related outdoor recreation. We are governed by a volunteer board of dir...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Brian Wear, a bourbon collector, outdoorsman and owner of Brian Wear Plumbing. Enjoy a podcast filled with high end bourbon and BS. This conversation has a little bit of everything and nothing at the same time. Good bourbon will do that to a man. Hope you have as much fun as we did For more info: https://www.brianwearplumbing.com/ https://www....

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Josh "Silverback" Reams, the President of the Hooligan Charitable Riding Group and Trevor Morgan (96.7 KCMQ Morning Shag Co-Host) sits in....again. Hooligan Charitable Riding Group: Is a family of bikers dedicated to helping the less fortunate and those in need around Mid-Missouri. Through fundraisers and awareness events, they strive to promo...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Shane Kinne, Executive Director of the Coalition to Protect the Missouri River, Land Specialist at Trophy Properties, and Career Coach. Coalition to Protect the Missouri River: Supporting responsible management of Missouri River resources & authorized purposes of flood control, navigation, water quality & supply. For more info: https://moriver...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with the Driftwood Outdoors Unpaid Pro-Staff team of Adam Voight, Jeff Blumer and Tim Flanner. Get a peak behind the curtain as we discuss upcoming plans like Driftwood Outdoors Tv, Apparel and new website. Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: https://www.facebook.com/DriftwoodOutdoors/ https://www.instagram.com/driftwoodoutdoors/ Email: info@driftwood...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Trevor Morgan (96.7 KCMQ), Jeff Blyston (CFM Board Member), and Zach Morris (CFM President) during the Conservation Federation of Missouri's Pull For Conservation Event. Topics Discussed: Bear encounters, close calls, sporting clays, CFM, conservation, radio, hunting, fishing, floating, charity, upcoming events, mystery bait bucket and more. F...

Brent Frazee was the outdoors editor for the Kansas City Star for 36 years before retiring. During that time, he won more than 50 state, regional and national awards for his writing and photography. He received a lifetime achievement award from the Outdoor Writers Association of America in 2014, and was inducted into the Waterfowlers Hall of Fame in 2015. He plans to continue his writing career, b...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with the dynamic duo of marketing Jason Morton (VP of Marketing) and David Miller (2x World Record holder) for CZ-USA. Headquartered in Kansas City, KS since 1998, CZ-USA is an importer, manufacturer and distributor of pistols, rifles, shotguns and suppressors. The exclusive US importer of rifles and pistols from Česká zbrojovka a.s. Uherský Brod,...

They help communities and organizations raise funds to support their high school, college, and other youth shooting teams and activities. They also manage a variety of special purpose endowed funds for the support and advancement of youth shooting sports. Every donation made is tax-deductible and allows the Foundation to assist in expanding and enhancing the leadership skills, confidence, and disc...

Gabriella Hoffman is a media strategist, consultant, and award-winning outdoor writer based in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. She's the creator and host of the District of Conservation Podcast: District of Conservation is a podcast highlighting the incredible conservationists who thrive and survive deep in or around "The Swamp." These are the policymakers, storytellers, trailblazers, and hardwor...

LandTrust began in 2019 when the founder was looking to find a better way to be able to hunt & fish on private land than the existing alternatives like knocking on doors or marrying well. Now, Landowners & guests across the US have chosen to create a free LandTrust account so they can list their land and book unique experiences & trips on private lands. Landowners earn revenue from hosting guests...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Jason Jones, Old Kinderhook Hotel Marketing Director and Lagina Fitzpatrick, Executive Director Tri-county Lodging Association. Nestled in the heart of Missouri lies over 700 acres of pristine green and breathtaking natural beauty. This charming getaway blends the luxuries of resort life with the active lake lifestyle you love. Take your pick...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Big Ed, owner of Big Ed's Guide Service and Bass & Baskets Inn on Lake of the Ozarks. About Big Ed's Guide Service: Many years, lost lures, big bass (small ones too) and true fish stories later, he settled down at Lake of the Ozarks, doing what he truly loves for a living - teaching others and helping others catch (and release) bass. Big Ed fi...

Brandon Butler sits down with the Executive Editor and Content Director for Concealed Carry Magazine. Since the launch of our flagship publication Concealed Carry Magazine in 2004, the goal of the USCCA has been to provide resources that are easy to find and easier to use for anyone who wants to stay safe and avoid danger. Today, the community isn’t only permit holders. They are more than 650,000...

Nathan "Shags" McLeod records the podcast while Salmon and Steelhead fishing on The Columbia River with his Fiancée (Savannah) and his best buddy, Brad Brooks. While recording two fish were caught a 8lb Steelhead and a 26lb Chinook Salmon making this podcast informative, fun and pretty exciting. Enjoy! Special Thanks To CZ-USA: https://cz-usa.com/ Special Thanks To Living The Dream Properties: htt...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Frank Kusler who accomplished the North American Super Slam with a bow! Only 173 hunters have accomplished this incredible feat and Frank did it with a BOW! North American Big Game 29 Species: Alaska Brown Bear, Black Bear, Grizzly Bear, Polar Bear, Cougar, Columbia Blacktail Deer, Coues Deer, Mule Deer, Sitka Blacktail Deer, Whitetail Deer, R...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Manuel & Carlos Enriquez, owners and operators of El Hacon Lodge and Outfitters situated on the outskirts of Cuauhtemoc City, Mexico. El Halcon Lodge was established in 1968 by Manuel Enriquez Senior, their business is a family affair with a combined experience of over 35 years and three generations. They will treat you like family every step...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Tim Taylor, a member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing District 48. Representative Tim Taylor, a Republican, represents parts of Howard, Cooper, Saline and Pettis Counties (District 48) in the Missouri House of Representatives. He was elected to his first two-year term in November 2020. Prior to serving in the legislature,...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down to discuss Brandon's recent trip to Mexico and him accomplishing the Turkey World Slam. It took Brandon 18 years to harvest the 6 turkeys and he gives detailed accounts of each hunt. The Wild Turkey World Slam includes all of the species in a Grand Slam, the Royal Slam plus an Ocellated wild turkey. Species include one of each: Eastern; Merriam’s;...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with a true renaissance man. Kyle Carroll is a former MDC agent, retired highway patrolman, artist, historical reenactor and elected official. Topics discussed: Turkey numbers and corn piles; Missouri river; historical reenactments; being Mel Gibson's best friend; The Patriot; movie sets; painting; outdoor art; conservation; mystery bait bucket and...

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with our good friend, podcast supporter, and outdoorsman Josh Lane and his son Hadley (Texas Ranger). Topics Discussed: The raw steak debacle; Ozark season finale; elk hunting; turkey hunting; DIY out of state hunts; fishing vs hunting; the cabin; float trips; missed shots; mystery bait bucket and more. Special Thanks To CZ-USA: https://cz-usa.com/...