The Best of the Outdoors with Dustin Vaughn Warncke

Episode Overview In this episode of The Best of the Outdoors, Dustin Vaughn Warncke sits down with Troy Fowler, better known as the "Ranch Fairy," to dive deep into the science and practical reality of bowhunting lethality. Known for his entertaining, no-nonsense approach to arrow setups, Troy breaks down why industry-standard lightweight, high-speed setups often fail upon impact and why switching...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Best of the Outdoors, Dustin Vaughn Warncke sits down with legendary outdoorsman Larry Weishuhn AKA Mr. Whitetail and Gray Thornton, conservation leader with the Wild Sheep Foundation and former Executive Director for Dallas Safari Club.   What starts as a hilarious recounting of "total chaos" hunting and fishing stories—including snapped fly rods in the Bah...

Podcast Overview Show: The Best of the Outdoors Podcast Host: Dustin Vaughn Warncke Guest: Michael Scherer, Program Director of Fishing’s Future In this enthusiastic and lighthearted episode, the conversation centers around the mission of Fishing's Future, an organization dedicated to reconnecting families and individuals with nature through angling. Michael Scherer shares his profound passion for...

In this episode of The Best of the Outdoors, Dustin Vaughn Warncke sits down with Camille Null from Heroes on the Water. The conversation highlights the incredible and impactful work this non-profit organization does to support veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, and their families. By utilizing the therapeutic and calming qualities of kayak fishing, Heroes on the Water hel...

Episode Summary In this episode of The Best of the Outdoors, Dustin Vaughn Warncke sits down with legendary fishing guide Capt. Bill Carey of Striper Express Guide Service. With over 43 years of professional guiding experience on Lake Texoma, Capt. Bill shares his wealth of knowledge about this world-class freshwater fishery. From the lake's rich history to the thrill of topwater fishing, this epi...

In this episode of The Best of the Outdoors, we sit down with Capt. Stephen Stubbe to discuss his work with Mudfish Adventures. Operating on Toledo Bend Lake. This was a wild ride as Dustin and Capt. "Scooby" record for each others podcast on this hilarious mashup of two witty and comical podcast hosts.   Mudfish Adventures: Check out Capt. Stubbe guide service on Toledo Bend Lake and custom one p...

Host: Dustin Vaughn Warncke Guest: Chad Waligura Episode Summary In this powerful episode of The Best of the Outdoors, we sit down with Chad Waligura, founder of Able Outdoors, to discuss his incredible journey back to the woods and waters after a life-altering spinal cord injury. After breaking his neck in a diving accident in 1986, Chad refused to give up his passion for the outdoors. He shares...

Special Guests: The "Aggies Without Limits" (AWL) and Bridges to Prosperity Panel from New Mexico State University (NMSU) Co-Host: Tammy Bean Episode Summary In this heartwarming special edition, Dustin gives the mic of The Best of the Outdoors to his other podcast, The Empowered Life with Dustin Vaughn Warncke Dustin sits down with a diverse panel of students, alumni, and faculty from New Mexico...

Dustin Vaughn Warncke Gives a presentation about life lessons, finding meaning in God's Plan, faith in action, the focus of overcoming hardships and becoming who God created you to become. The audience is a mix of Adults and Families with Children. Of Course, Please Like, Share, and Subscribe and Tell a Friend! Learn More About Woods and Waters Outdoor Ministries: https://www.wwministry.org/ Faceb...

Dustin sits down with outdoor legend, "Mr. Whitetail", Larry Weishuhn and discusses his beginning and early years, outdoor career, life lessons and the legacy he hopes to leave behind after 50 years of incredible media work in the outdoor industry. Larry Weishuhun is a professional wildlife biologist, outdoor writer, book author, artist, after-dinner speaker, podcaster, outdoor television and radi...

VIDEO VERSION LINK: https://youtu.be/cZ1HDCvXAH8?si=-bWr-n5_fbd24RA8 Chester Moore sits down with Dustin Vaughn Warncke on this very special edition of The Best of the Outdoors podcast and talks about his new documentary coming out later in June 2025 on Great White Sharks in the Gulf. Learn more about Chester Moore Here: Higher Calling Wildlife http://www.highercalling.net/ Atlantic White Shark Co...

TPWD Wildlife Biologist Froylan Hernandez, head of the Desert Bighorn Sheep program in West Texas, sits down with Dustin and talks about the competition for resources among native and exotic game species and some of the issues it poses in the case of the Desert Bighorn versus the Aoudad (AKA "Barbary"). Dustin and Froylan talk about the exotic game industry in Texas, education, advocation, and so...

Jackson sits down with who he calls, "The Best Dad Ever", your humble host, Dustin, and they talk about hunting together for spring Turkey on a ranch in the Texas Hill Country and Dustin also features a BONUS Wild Turkey recipe from Catfish Radio in Luke Clayton, one of the other radio shows and podcasts that Dustin produces ( CatfishRadio. Podbean.com and CatfishRadio.org )   Email Dustin: Dustin...

Wildlife journalist and legendary leader in conservation Chester Moore sits down with Dustin to talk about what he is up to these days in his personal and professional life. From the Kingdom Zoo Wildlife Center and Wild Wishes Program to a new documentary release to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the movie "JAWS", Chester talks about his passion for the future of the "wild things" and "what's o...

 Dustin Vaughn Warncke makes a guest appearance in two different segments on Catfish Radio with Luke Clayton ( www. CatfishRadio.org ) which is a syndicated terrestrial radio that airs on more than 18 radio stations as well as drops as a new podcast episode every Saturday morning! Luke interviews Dustin on an affordable day lease opportunity for hunting Whitetail deer, wild hogs, turkey, Aoudad, D...

Well folks, we are adding some new shows to this podcast after about a 4 year hiatus from new content. Dustin Vaughn Warncke makes a guest appearance on Larry Weishuhn's podcast and they talk about Dustin's early years in the outdoors and ponder some big questions about life and the great outdoors for Larry's 250th Episode on his podcast. Enjoy this show! Learn More About What Dustin Vaughn Warnck...

On this recorded live episode from Southeast Louisiana, Dustin interviews the legendary musician and New Orleans area fishing guide Capt. Theophile Bourgeois at the Confluence Writers Summit in Venice, Louisiana and the two talk about his father, a fixture in the New Orleans fishing guide community and the legacy he left behind recently as well as many other outdoor topics. Capt. Theophile Bourgeo...

Host Dustin Warncke rolls out a new recorded live podcast episode in Venice, Louisiana as part of the annual Confluence Writers Summit and holds down the fort as he has the most guests ever in the history of the show at one time! Many companies were a part of this show such as OKUMA, BUBBA, SPRO, and more. The crew talked all about fishing freshwater and saltwater as well as other fun outdoor topi...

On this live on-location show, Denis Breaud, John Pisa, Zack Brown and (later in the show) Instagram celebrity Nicole Spenc join Dustin Warncke at a media event in Venice, Louisiana talking about fishing inshore and off-shore and new products and innovations in the great outdoor gear showcased at this event. This is a fun, spirited show with lots of engaging conversation. Check out Nicole Spenc on...

Guest Jeff Stewart joins up with host Dustin Warncke for a spirited conversation on how to hunt for trophy deer, starting kids out hunting the right way, how "hunt shaming" is hurting our sport and more. https://www.facebook.com/jeff.stewart.505   https://www.facebook.com/Alphadog-Blades-185251542245169/   Texas Jack's Famous Venison Recipe Book: Bringing Wild Game to the Kitchen (Paperback) https...

Host Dustin Warncke rides solo this episode and talks about preserving big game hunting trophies and even bowfishing trophies, such as garfish, on a budget. Dustin explores how to how skull cap/antler mounts, European mounts and shoulder mounts are all ways enjoy your hunting memories after the hunt for a lifetime and how Skull Hooker products can help display your euro and antler mounts for a lif...

On this show Dustin sits down with Keith Pittman from Reeler's Shield and Outdoor Tech Wear to talk about skin protection while enjoying the great outdoors. There are many things you may not think about in relation to how clothing and accessories protect your body from the sun's harmful rays. As always, fish and hunt smart and safe while you exploring the wonders of the Texas Outdoor Nation and be...

On this week's episode, Dustin sits down with Rick Ward, AKA The Urban Airgunner, and they talk about hunting deer and other big game with big bore airguns, target practice, youth shooting sports, mental health, the outdoor industry's impact and much more. This is Rick's second appearance on the podcast and he is a wonderful voice of the Texas Outdoor Nation and beyond.     American Airgunner TV S...

On this episode, Dustin sits down with Adam Kahn from GoFish Cam on location at their warehouse and they talk about how fishing technology can help anglers achieve more successes in a quicker time frame on the water. https://www.facebook.com/GoFishCam/ https://gofishcam.com/

On this episode Dustin sits down with Hero Way Strength & Conditioning's Gabe Azua and Krav Maga instructor Erik Mayfield and the three talk about hunting for organic meat, eating what you kill, the benefits of combining fitness with hunting, great hunting memories and much more. Erik on FB: https://www.facebook.com/erik.mayfield.378 Gabe on FB: https://www.facebook.com/Hardlicks3G Dustin on FB: h...