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We had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Tim Gudehus, DVM, DECVS, DACVS after he came out and hunted with us — and it turned into one heck of a conversation. Not only did we recap a successful hunt and talk through how the dogs performed in real hunting conditions, but we also got deep into working dog medical care with one of the most highly trained veterinary surgeons in the field. Dr. Gudehus...

In this episode of Tusks & Tales, I sit down with Cal Allen to talk about his deep roots in the hunting world and what it really takes to consistently trail, tree, and bay big game. Cal breaks down his experience hunting mountain lions and bears, guiding hunts, and relying on his cur dogs to get the job done in some of the roughest country there is. We dive into dog selection, breeding philosophy,...

In this episode of Tusks & Tales, Alan sits down with a sure-enough houndsman — Mike Williams — a man who’s spent a lifetime behind a pack of hard-hunting Plott/July hounds. From steep bear country to the thickest hog thickets and the rough ground where bobcats slip like smoke, Mike brings decades of real experience, wild stories, and hard-earned lessons from the timber. We dive deep into: • What...

In this episode, we dive even deeper into the wild world of Mike Cauley. From unforgettable bear-hunting moments to the kind of backwoods stories only Mike can tell, this one is packed with laughs, lessons, and legendary hound work. Mike shares one of his classic jokes, breaks down what makes a truly impressive dog, and gives us a front-row seat to the kind of hunts that keep you coming back for m...

The man behind Dixie Doggers, Nathan Wright, sits down with Tusks&Tales for an episode packed with stories, hard-earned knowledge, and the real grit behind building a name in the hog-dogging world. We dive into his dogs, his hunts, his journey, and what it truly takes to create a brand that hunters everywhere recognize. If you love dogs, woods, and straight-up honesty, this one’s for you. Supporte...

Y’all are gonna love this one! We sit down with Dawson Doyle and dive into some of the funniest hunts he’s ever had — the kind where everything goes sideways but makes the BEST stories later. We also break down his tangle-free dog barrels and why they’re a game changer for housing dogs without the usual twists, tangles, or rodeo in the back of the yard. Big shoutout to the supporters who keep Tusk...

Nothing staged. Nothing scripted. Just real hog dogs, real hunters, and a whole lot of thicket chaos. Tusks & Tales goes LIVE from the woods as Kenneth Smith, Tkeil Smith, Colby Bushnell, Tanner Simpson & Alan Adams cut loose on an action-packed hunt. From the moment the dogs strike to the last tie-off, the mic never stops rolling. Hear the play-by-plays straight from the briars, the smack talk be...

In this episode we sit down with Jac Jenkins, a man with enough dog sense and woods experience to fill a whole season of podcasts. Jac breaks down the wild story of taking an NFL quarterback on a hog hunt — and how a Bayou Cajun Plott Hound stole the entire show with a flawless performance. But we didn’t stop there… We dive deep into Running Walkers, their style, what separates the good ones from...

This episode had us laughing the entire time — and it’s packed with real talk, real lessons, and some absolutely wild stories. 🎙️🐗🔥 We sat down with SG Kennels and went over one of his most unforgettable moments — the time he got tangled up in a hog like Christmas lights in a pine tree 🤣🌲🐗 (It didn’t happen last week… but the story is too good not to bring back!) He breaks it all down for us:...

Strap in for one of the wildest Tusks & Tales episodes we’ve ever dropped. We sit down with Colby Bushnell — a hunter whose stories swing from scales maxed out over 500 lbs to catching a hog completely butt naked and everything in between. Colby lays out real, experienced-based knowledge on: • What actually happens when you leave a dog overnight • Reading tracks, pressure, and country the right wa...

If you thought the Baypen scene couldn’t get any bigger… you’re about to find out how wrong you were. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Baden Crittle from Australian Black Mouth Curs, and let me tell you — this man isn’t just talking about change, he’s making it happen. We dug deep into what it takes to take this sport beyond state lines, beyond the U.S., and onto a world stage. For the firs...

When you’ve got a man like Derrick Day on the mic, you know you’re about to hear some real-deal hog dog talk. From tournament trails to rank boars, Derrick’s stories come packed with grit, laughs, and a whole lot of southern truth. We dig into one of his wildest hunts — the 498-pound hog that hit the scale and made history. From the dogs that bayed it to the chaos that followed, it’s a story you w...

From bay pens to bullshit sessions — Alan Adams and Michael Smith fire up the mics for one of the rawest, funniest, and most unfiltered Tusks & Tales episodes yet. It’s all real talk, dog talk, and a little trash talk as two seasoned hog hunters swap stories, crack jokes, and call it how they see it. No filters. No drama. Just two men who’ve earned their scars, their stories, and their say. Rated...

This one takes Tusks & Tales international! We link up with the Frog Dog crew from Australia to talk dog work, hunting in the bush, and what keeps the passion alive on the other side of the world. 🌏🔥 From the thick scrub to the swamps, this episode is all about the grit, drive, and bond that unites dog men no matter where they’re from. If you love good dog talk and global hunting stories, th...

In this episode of Tusks & Tales, we sit down with Tkeil Smith, brother to Kenneth Smith, to hear his side of the story — the bond between brothers, dogs, and the hunt that shaped their lives. 🐗👬 Tkeil opens up about the roots of their family’s passion, the long nights in the woods, and the faith and grit that hold it all together. From growing up around hounds to learning life lessons throu...

Faith, Family & the Hunt: The Case Frieda Story This one hits home, y’all. 🎙🐗 We sit down with Case Frieda for a heartfelt conversation that dives deep into faith, family, and the tradition of the hunt. ✝️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🔥 Case shares stories, lessons, and values that remind us what this lifestyle is truly about — not just the dogs or the hogs, but the people and the principles that keep it all groun...

This week we’re bringing the dog world together in a special crossover with the crew from Dixie Doggers Podcast! From bay dogs to catch dogs, from hunting grounds to kennel talk — this episode is packed full of real dog conversations and a whole lot of unity across the hog-dog community. We dive into stories from both sides, share experiences, swap knowledge, and celebrate the bond that keeps this...

In this episode of Tusks & Tales, we sit down with Rusty Mashore, a seasoned dog man known for developing and running his very own bloodline of Yellow Black Mouth Curs (YBMC). Rusty shares the history behind his line, the traits he’s worked hard to preserve, and the journey that shaped these dogs into the gritty, intelligent hog hunters they are today. From breeding philosophy and training approac...

New Episode: Devyn Looney on Game-Bred Dogs In this episode of Tusks & Tales, we sit down with Devyn Looney for a no-holds-barred conversation about game-bred dogs — their history, purpose, and the role they play in the woods today. Devyn shares his knowledge, experiences, and perspective on what sets true game-bred dogs apart, and why they continue to spark so much discussion in the hunting world...

In this episode of Tusks & Tales, we sit down with Wesley Wiley, a dedicated hog hunter running the legendary Bayou Cajun line of Plott hounds. Wesley shares how these dogs were bred for grit, stamina, and heart — and how the Cajun bloodline continues to prove itself in some of the toughest terrain the South has to offer. From late-night races through the swamps to unforgettable catches, Wesley gi...

In this highly anticipated Part 2, we dive back into the bayous with Mike Cauley as he shares more untold stories and wisdom about his legendary Bayou Cajun Plott hounds. From family tradition to the grit it takes to run dogs in the toughest country, Mike paints a picture of what it means to keep this culture alive. If you thought Part 1 was wild, just wait until you hear the hunts, history, and h...

In this episode of Tusks & Tales, we sit down with Boars N Broads, one of the biggest brands in the hog hunting world. We dive into their story — how they grew from an idea into a movement, what it takes to build a community around hunting, and the passion that keeps them driving forward. From laughs to lessons, this conversation highlights the lifestyle, the traditions, and the grit behind the Bo...