Episodes
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: NICOLE TAYLOR Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to Illinois to turkey hunt with Nicole Taylor. Born and raised in the golden triangle of western Illinois, hunting and everything outdoors was ingrained into Nicole Taylor’s life at a young age. From hunting Midwest whitetails, and chasing turkeys across the country, to waterfowl hunting the Mississippi flyway, Nicole has enjoyed spending any moment of free time pursuing wild game in the great outdoors. This...
Published 04/23/24
Published 04/23/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: TRIPP HODGES Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to North Georgia after her Alabama hunt with Macy Watkins. While heading to Georgia, Maggie's truck broke down and she was able to hitch a ride with long-time friend, Tripp Hodges. While her truck got towed back to Arkansas, Tripp generously allowed Maggie to borrow his truck for the week as she worked to get on a Georgia bird. On this podcast, the duo talks all things turkeys and turkey hunting. Hear all about her...
Published 04/11/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: CHADD WRIGHT.  Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to North Georgia to sit down and talk with Chadd Wright. Chadd is a Former Navy SEAL, avid hunter and outdoorsman, motivational speaker, podcaster,  and Founder of 3 of 7 Project.  Maggie and Chadd bond over their shared admiration for the great state of Arkansas. Then, they transition to Chadd's hunting background and his love for coon and deer hunting. The two outdoors enthusiasts open up about adversity in the...
Published 03/14/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: DR. MIKE CHAMBERLAIN, WILD TURKEY DOC.  Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to Georgia to sit down and discuss all things turkey with UGA's Wild Turkey Doc. Best known for his respected wild turkey research, Dr. Chamberlain, working with the Wild Turkey Lab®, is committed to creating the best access to the latest scientific research on wild turkeys and the landscapes they inhabit. The Wild Turkey Lab serves as the definitive communication platform for...
Published 03/07/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: HUNTER AND CHASE FARRIOR Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to Nashville for the National Wild Turkey Federation Convention and sits down with Spring Legion's Farrior Brothers, Hunter and Chase. Best known for their booming turkey hunting-centered apparel, podcast, and YouTube, they are no strangers to the passion for wild turkeys. Hunter Farrior, the eldest brother, is the author of Any Given Spring Morning and Ballad of A Turkey Hunter. Hunter founded Spring...
Published 02/20/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: PINHOTI PROJECT'S DAVE OWENS  Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to Georgia to sit down and discuss all things wild turkey and the art of the hunt with Dave Owens. Dave Owens is a respected turkey hunter best known for his accolades in turkey calling competitions and his hit series on YouTube, The Pinhoti Project. The Pinhoti Project was created to showcase a more simplistic way of hunting, more specifically the hunting of the wild turkey. A way that is available...
Published 02/11/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: DR. MATT RYAN, JOINED BY SURPRISE GUEST, BOBBY JOE WILLIE.  Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie sits down with duck dog vet, Dr. Matt Ryan, and discusses all things duck dogs, public land hunting with dogs, and how he got his start in the world of working dogs. This podcast took place during the Arkansas duck season freeze, where Maggie and Dr. Ryan were able to share a few mornings with quite the hunting crew. Dr. Ryan is a respected veterinarian located in Oxford,...
Published 02/05/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: WADE SHOEMAKER Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie sits down with Boat Ramp Tour host, Wade Shoemaker. Born and raised in North Central Louisiana, Wade lives a pretty active life. Most of his "hall pass" days are spent in the field or knee-deep-water during waterfowl season. He's a mallard enthusiast and a huge fan of Arkansas' beloved flooded timber. Married since 2011, Wade has a beautiful family and two sons. Aside from his personal life, Wade is a photographer by...
Published 01/28/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: ERIC RINEHART COHOSTED BY ANNA RICHARDSON Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie and Anna travel to Missouri to sit down at North Delta Outfitters, the home of Daybreak Outdoors, to interview head guide, Eric Rinehart. Eric is an experienced outdoorsman with quite a history in duck hunting and farming for ducks. Listen as Eric shares the detailed stories of "the good ole days," while explaining his theory of why they are no longer. Eric, Anna, and Maggie also discuss turkey...
Published 01/14/24
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: ED WALL Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to Strait Lake to sit down with photographer Ed Wall to discuss duck hunting, turkey hunting, and life as a photographer in the outdoors. Ed Wall is known as a well-respected talent in the outdoor industry and is the owner of Wall Media. Rooted in Brandon, Mississippi, Ed's career consists of many travels across the country, capturing beautiful images and videos for Lost Brake, Crashlanding Outdoors, Ducks Unlimited, and...
Published 12/26/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: LAUREN BRADY  Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie and Lauren discuss warm-hearted, feel-good hunting stories of Arkansas' first split this duck season and share how much they have learned in life leaning against a tree in knee-deep water. The two girls laugh over silly stories and know how to cut up, if you enjoy a good laugh, this podcast is for you. The girls recall their adventures together as girls in the public duck woods and even tell scary stories from their younger...
Published 12/14/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST:  JACK COLLETT, cohosted by Tripp Hodges. Enjoy this week's episode as this trio of hunting buddies Maggie, Jack, and Tripp all recap the Arkansas duck season opener and recall quite a frightening experience they shared on public land. Although the podcast opens with the group all sharing their perspective on the last two weeks of duck hunting, the episode shifts to highlight Jack's personal story. The three friends discuss their love for Mossy Oak and Jack's family...
Published 11/27/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST:  EVA SHOCKEY Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie travels to Illinois for deer camp and takes the time to sit down with her long-time role model, Eva Shockey. Eva is the daughter of hunting television legend, Jim Shockey.  Eva got her start in the outdoor industry as her introduction to hunting was documented on Jim Shockey's Hunting Adventures. In her career, she has established herself as a well-respected archer, bow-hunter, and all-around outdoorswoman. Eva continues to...
Published 11/14/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST:  DR. RUTHANN LOBOS, SPORTING DOG NUTRITION EXPERT Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie traveled to North Dakota to duck hunt with the Pro Plan crew and discuss sporting dog nutrition with Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, who currently serves as a senior veterinarian for Nestle’ Purina PetCare.  Dr. Lobos graduated from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She also became certified in canine physical rehabilitation through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute...
Published 10/26/23
THIS WEEK'S GUESTS: BLAKE AND RILEY BOLAND of BOLAND DECOYS Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie traveled to Missouri to speak with Blake and Riley Boland, the duo behind the innovative new Boland Decoys. Blake and Riley explain how they have perfected the "Ultimate Decoy System," the process of the craft, how they invented the innovative design that mimics taxidermy, and how their business has evolved from just an idea on a hunting trip to an up-and-coming product with the potential to...
Published 10/14/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: SPENCE HALFORD of Rolling Thunder Game Calls Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie traveled to Somerville, Tennessee, to speak with Spence Halford, the founder of Rolling Thunder Game Calls. Learn all about the Levey Cut and why Spence says it's the most impressive call in their lineup to date. We also dive into Spence's history of cutting Olts, how that journey began, and why he no longer continues to do so. We also take the time to talk about the iconic BSOD that put...
Published 10/03/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: GOLFER LACEY SNELL, COHOSTED BY MACY WATKINS. Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie, Macy, and Lacey travel to West Point, Mississippi to play in the Foxhole Shootout Golf Tournament at the Mossy Oak Golf Course. Learn all about Maggie's first golfing experience, meet our certified golf girl and budding star Lacey, listen to her history with the sport, and even hear about Macy's insane ability to sink long putts while wearing high heels! We put the girls in the hot seat for...
Published 09/25/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: HILARY SUE MARTIN Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie is joined by Hilary Sue Martin. As a member of the Team USA Bass Fishing Team, Hilary Sue sheds light on her recent silver and gold medal winnings from the Pan-American Games Championship.  This episode consists of many great stories, including Hilary Sue's current college fishing career at the University of Alabama and what it was like growing up with bass fishing legend Scott Martin as a father. Although Maggie and...
Published 09/13/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: SYDNIE WELLS, COHOSTED BY MACY WATKINS. Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie traveled to Georgia to speak with Sydnie Wells and Macy Watkins. This episode consists of many great stories, including Sydnie's start with Barstool Outdoors and what it was like growing up with Tim Wells as a father. Sydnie, Macy, and Maggie, all from unique backgrounds and varying niches in the outdoors, dive into heartfelt outdoors-related sentiments and double-over laughing while sharing funny...
Published 09/05/23
#TheMaggieWilliamsPodcast Episode 5 is one for the history books. Joined by my cohosts, Brittany Moery and Heather Hamm we spoke with Ms. Gail Camp, Legend of the Outdoors and Duck Calling Champion. This interview is sure to tug at your heartstrings. Still sharp as a tack at 98 years old, Ms. Gail recalls the historic, prosperous days of Arkansas duck hunting and shares her stories as a trailblazer for women in waterfowl. A woman after my own heart, she loves nothing more than hunting over...
Published 08/28/23
THIS WEEK'S GUESTS: HANNAH AND JEFF BARRON Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie traveled to South Alabama to speak with Hannah and Jeff Barron. This episode consists of advice for female hunters, fathers looking to get their daughters involved in the outdoors, and heartfelt hunting stories. This episode has something for everybody, whether you're into catfish noodling, hunting, or someone who purely enjoys outdoors-related commentary. Listen firsthand and experience all the emotions as Hannah...
Published 08/18/23
THIS WEEK'S GUESTS: DUCK DYNASTY'S JOHN GODWIN & JUSTIN MARTIN Enjoy this week's episode as Maggie traveled to West Monroe, Louisiana to speak with John Godwin and Justin Martin at the Duck Commander Headquarters. This episode consists of countless hunting stories, funny tidbits, and great conversations between the three waterfowl enthusiasts. This episode has something for everyone to enjoy, whether you're a duck hunter or someone who purely appreciates comedic entertainment. Listen...
Published 08/11/23
THIS WEEK'S GUEST: LUKE MCFADDEN Commercial Crabber, Maryland Native, and Professional Waterman.  Learn all about Luke's life on the water, living at the hands of crabbing season, and at the mercy of the sea. For Luke, being immersed in the outdoors is not just a hobby, it's a lifestyle.  On this episode, Luke shares the stories of his Pennsylvania bear hunt, duck hunting on the Chesapeake Bay, and his personal journey as a first generation crabber. Our host, Maggie, also shares with Luke...
Published 08/03/23
On the first-ever episode of the Maggie Williams Podcast, Maggie is joined by her best friend, accomplished bass fisherman, and outdoorswoman Macy Watkins.  Macy and Maggie discuss hot topics in their usual comedic fashion; including their friendship, the outdoors, and never-heard-before stories of their lives.  If you enjoyed the first episode of the Maggie Williams Podcast, share it with a friend or two, leave us a rating, and if you're feeling generous, write a review! I appreciate the...
Published 07/28/23