Talon Outdoors

This episode of  The Talon Outdoors Show  swings from sharp humor to hard-edged analysis. The crew breaks down the controversial Minneapolis ICE shooting, dissecting video angles, use-of-force law, and what a “reasonable officer” standard really means. They also dive into social media manipulation, algorithm-driven political messaging, and concerns about Big Tech influence. Along the way, the conv...

The crew rings in the New Year with classic Talon Outdoors storytelling, bouncing from cattle country to cruise ships and everywhere in between. The conversation kicks off with herd expansion, cow-calf operations, and some unforgettable (and funny) farm work moments, before shifting into explanations of livestock terminology and show cattle. Along the way, the guys swap memories of growing up on f...

In this episode of  The Talon Outdoors Show , Charlie, JD, and the crew wrap up the final show of 2025 with plenty of humor, reflection, and straight talk. The discussion ranges from year-end recaps and personal milestones to major changes in firearms regulations heading into 2026. The hosts dive deep into suppressors, tax stamps, shotgun ballistics, and the evolution of modern ammunition, while a...

Pull up a chair and settle in for a Christmas-flavored episode of the Talon Outdoors Show, where the laughs come easy and the stories wander like a country road. The crew swaps holiday greetings, hands out Walmart-sourced gifts, debates tomato jam versus jelly, and somehow ends up deep in mullet lore, barnyard turkey drama, and questionable fashion choices. It’s part outdoors, part small-town stor...

In this episode of the Talon Outdoors Show, the guys break down recent deer hunting stories from the field — including a standout rainy morning hunt that resulted in the successful harvest of two mature bucks. The discussion expands into deer behavior during the rut, how dominant bucks influence herd dynamics, and the importance of ethical wildlife management in Florida. As always, the conversatio...

In Ep. 437 of ‪@TalonOutdoorsShow‬ , Fred is gone but the guys continue in their discussion around the outdoors in the Fall. JD is itching to get to the deer stand becuase he's got a good sized buck on his hunting lease nad Captain Paul is excitied about catching some sacalait (sockalaye).

In Ep. 436 of The ‪@TalonOutdoorsShow‬ , the gang is all here and are discussing beavers... yes... beavers. And the recent beaver moon! What is that exactly. Well, the guys consulted the other topic of the day: AI and ChatGPT. All this and much more!

In Ep. 435 of The ‪Talon Outdoors Show, Fred returns and tells of his tales in Colorado and the fun he had fly fishing. Also, who could forget, it's Halloween! And Fred did come prepared with the outfit of the year! All this and much more! ========== Thanks, as always, to Captain Paul Tyre for joining the show. If you’re interested in going fishing with Paul, visit his Facebook page .   Check out...

In Ep. 434 of The Talon Outdoors Show, Fred is gone on a fishing trip but the show continues! Today the guys discuss the news this week (and a lot of it is FAKE NEWS) about some Glock lines being discontinued... or are they? Glock has been involved in a lawsuit, but don't worry, the guys dispel the myths!  All that and more!  Thanks, as always, to Captain Paul Tyre for joining the show. If you’re...

In Ep. 433 of The Talon Outdoors Show Charlie, JD, Paul, Fred, and Grant discuss how to sign in a deer rifle seeing that hunting season is officially in! Captain Paul also takes us through just how great the fishing is right now on Lake Seminole with the water cooling off. Thanks, as always, to Captain Paul Tyre for joining the show. If you’re interested in going fishing with Paul, visit his Faceb...

In Ep. 432 of The Talon Outdoors Show Charlie, JD, Paul, Fred, and Grant reminisce about the 1970s and just how friend everybody's brains were as a result of the 60s. Remember shag carpets? Yep they talked about it. They also discussed a really funny story about one politically incorrect sheriff who got into some hot water... but it was actually really funny! All that and more! Thanks, as always,...

In Ep. 431 of The Talon Outdoors Show Charlie, JD, Paul, Fred, and Grant kick things off with tales of Fred's trip to a Virginia wedding, cowbells, and an e-bike ride gone sideways thanks to a cottonmouth. The crew dives into home and pet security, from snake-bite shock collars to the steep cost of antivenom. They shift gears to a new DUI law, and the latest federal government shutdown. Rounding t...

This week on the Talon Outdoors Show, Charlie, JD, Paul, and Grant hold down the fort while Fred is off at a wedding. The crew kicks things off a discussion around helping new shooters choose the right handgun as well as comparing Glocks, 1911s, and pocket pistols. They also swap shotgun stories, discuss the ins and outs of breaking in a new firearm, and wrap up with weather, hunting, fishing, and...

The Talon Outdoors crew is back at it, and this week’s ride takes some wild turns. Charlie, JD, Paul, Fred, and Grant kick things off with stories from Clearwater — including a run-in with the world of Scientology. From there, the talk shifts to Jimmy Kimmel, late-night TV, and the fine line between free speech and FCC rules. The guys then break down Florida’s brand-new open carry law, where you s...

In Ep.428 of the Talon Outdoors Show, Charlie Strickland, JD Johnson, Captain Paul Tyre, and Fred Conrad dig into some of the heaviest topics yet. The crew discusses the landmark Florida court ruling overturning the state’s open carry ban, walking listeners through the legal history from Heller to McDonald and what it means for gun owners. The conversation then turns somber as they grapple with th...

On this week’s Talon Outdoors Show, Charlie Strickland, JD Johnson, Captain Paul Tyre, and Fred Conrad gather round the mics for a lively mix of tall tales and timely talk. From back pain remedies and fish oil jokes to swapping stories about sprinter vans and chicken coops, the crew keeps it light and folksy. But they also dive into Florida State’s big football win, the changing landscape of colle...

This week on the Talon Outdoors Show, Charlie Strickland, JD Johnson, Captain Paul Tyre, and Fred Conrad welcome special guests Dale Bessy and Jim McClellan. From swapping tractor tales and redneck ingenuity with buckets and hose clamps, to diving deep into the fate of the Apalachicola River, the crew covers it all. Jim shares the long fight against dredging, the river’s history, and the stakes fo...

On this episode of the Talon Outdoors Show, Charlie Strickland, J.D. Johnson, Fred Conrad, Paul Tyre, and producer Grant Allen welcome special guests Casey Smith and Blake Burns from the Florida State Dog Hunters Association. The conversation digs deep into the roots of dog hunting in Florida—how it’s more than just a pastime, but a tradition tied to family, community, and the land itself. Casey a...

The Talon Outdoors Show welcomes a returning voice to the roundtable — Dale Bessy — who jumps right in alongside Charlie Strickland, J.D. Johnson, Paul Tyre, and producer Grant Allen. The gang kicks things off with warm introductions and a little good-natured ribbing before diving headfirst into hunting season excitement and the latest in gear talk. Dale brings fresh stories and lessons learned fr...

Charlie, JD, Fred, Paul, and producer Grant get back in rhythm with tales about sleep machines, snorin’ spouses, and the mysterious “brown noise.” Charlie lays down a practical self-defense method called “Comply, Distract, React,” while the fellas roast each other over production mishaps and pet food mishandling. Later, they dive deep into Florida’s upcoming sales tax holiday for firearms and acce...

Thanks, as always, to Captain Paul Tyre for joining the show. If you’re interested in going fishing with Paul, visit his Facebook page .    Check out our archive of podcasts here:  https://ihr.fm/36mzYjf .   Follow the Talon Training Group and Range on Facebook @TalonRange. Listen live to the Talon Outdoors Show from 10-11 a.m. ET on 100.7 WFLA! WFLA Tallahassee Live stream:  https://ihr.fm/3huZWY...

In this rollicking episode of The Talon Outdoors Show , the crew dives into tales of digital fraud, credit card chaos, and a suspicious “selfie request” from a supposed bank rep. But that’s just the warm-up. Things veer into nostalgic mayhem, from wild nights at the infamous Riverfront Saloon to law enforcement surveillance at Tallahassee’s short-lived bottomless bar.  Thanks, as always, to Captai...