Erik Tasker

The Flippin' Sticks and Throwin' Lead Podcast

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Flippin' Sticks and Throwin' Lead is an outdoor storytelling podcast focused on hunting, fishing, and the people behind the pursuit. Each episode features authentic conversations about the wins, losses, lessons, and memories made outdoors — the kind of stories usually shared at the end of the day with the tailgate down. For those who live for the season and the stories that come with it.

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Erik Tasker

Episodes

Cooking up the Classics for the Classic 29.01.2026 38:24

Shaun and Tasker talk about some of their favorite ways to cook wild game including venison shotgun shells and the BEST way to cook salmon on the grill. Plus we break down some amazing facts about the Bassmaster Classic and what makes it so special this year

The miss… Why birders make best friends 29.01.2026 44:43

Ridder, Wags and Tasker get together to re-live Wags Turkey season. Why turkey's heads turn white and what does it mean when their tail feathers do that same. plus we talk about the 3 step progress of every outdoors enthusiast and why a "birder" should be every bird hunters best friend.

Head2Head Catch as many as you can! 29.01.2026 57:31

The last few years we've been introduced to new formats for fishing tournaments. One of them Head2Head Fishing is changing the way fishing is looked at as a sport. The man behind the new exciting fishing trail Brian Keller joins Ridder to explain what Head2Head is, how you can fish in it, and some of the changes and challenges facing the professional fishing industry.

Don't Shoot Yourself in the Knee 29.01.2026 22:23

Ridder, Wags and Tasker are on location at an archery range shooting bows while Ridder and Wags warm up for Turkey season in Wisconsin. Fishing is now open and what sort of other outdoor activities can you enjoy in spring if you're not into hunting or fishing...

Murphy's Law Strikes Again 29.01.2026 34:30

Ridder, Wags and Tasker share some memories of the times that Murphy's Law came for them. Ridder's had a trip that just when you think it couldn't get worse, it does. Plus we're talking about or favorite Bourbons, and leave a little hint at the end of something to expect on he next episode.

The day the gun shows died 29.01.2026 42:31

Ridder, Wags and ET talk about the new “Universal Background Check” law. What is it? How does it affect gun owners? Could it be the end of gun shows? Plus we chat about the headaches of shopping for outdoor products online, in-store, and what we are buying new for 2021? Plus a hint into something planned for a future episode.

How Wags wolfed himself out of a tag 29.01.2026 44:54

Ridder and Wags open the mail bag and answer some comments made after the last "Wolf Hunting" special episode. Plus we find out why the details matter and how Wags is so upset he cost himself a Wolf tag. The boys also discuss what their dream trips would be if money and COVID weren't a thing and what's Ridder's big goal of 2021 on the water.

Gas Station Bathrooms and Thunder Chickens 29.01.2026 43:27

Ridder and Wags discuss gas station bathrooms, eating and hunting thunder chickens and why we must take Chronic Wasting Disease seriously.

The Onset - Wolf Hunt in Wisco 29.01.2026 42:48

SPECIAL EDITION: Ridder and Tasker get into the controversial Wisconsin wolf hunt. What's the big deal? Why are people for it and a against it. Is this all about money and politics? Plus what does the future planned 2021 wolf hunt look like?

What is The Flippin' Sticks and Throwin' Lead Podcast? 29.01.2026 4:51

The new era is here. I, Erik Tasker jump in quick to explain what this is all about and tell you a little about my cohost Paul Wagner and myself. how did we get here? how come so many episodes are referenced as "Tailgate Talk" and why are there so many different voices on the show? Well, it's simple. We started this thing 4 years ago and 210 episodes later, we finally have the right duo in charge....