FFOD289 : The History of Hunting the Country

This week I sat down with Madison Dixon from Mississippi State’s Agricultural Autonomy Institute. Now if that sounds fancy, it is .. but trust me, this is one of the most down to earth conversations you’ll hear about where drones and farming are headed. Madison’s not only an expert with over 1,800 hours in the air, he’s also a 5th generation Mississippi farmer.   We covered everything from using drones in agriculture, to how these “uncrewed aircraft systems” are changing the way we scout land, manage crops and even think about the outdoors.    Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

This week I visited with Scot Evans, archery expert, bow shop owner and the man behind the wildly popular TikTok channel BowTok. If it’s got a string, a cam, or a release aid .. we covered it. From budget setups to high end gear, tuning tricks to common mistakes, Scot breaks down bows in a way that makes sense whether you’re brand new to the game or been slinging arrows for decades. Thanks for listening!    Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

Back in the mid 90s we launched an outdoor TV show called Hunting the Country on TNN. Nobody knew it at the time, but it went on to run for two decades and became one of the longest standing hunting shows on national television. What made it different? We kept it about regular folks, relatable hunts and real stories. Judging by the response when I asked if you wanted to hear the full story, a lot of you still remember setting the VCR and watching with your dad. This week I’m taking you behind the scenes of how Hunting the Country came to be, what made it work and why it still means so much to people today.     Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

This week I sat down with the great Malcolm Reed from How to BBQ Right and let me tell you, not only did I get to pick his brain, I got to taste some of that award winning BBQ too. Man..  We talked about how to handle wild game the right way and Malcolm dropped some absolute gems for anybody who loves good food and the outdoors. If you like hunting, grilling or just eating, this one’s for you.   Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

Jim Peeler didn’t grow up in the woods.. that came later in life. And when it did, God used it to put him on a path he never saw coming. Today, he runs the Jungle Mobile Petting Zoo, a nonprofit that brings critters to special needs folks, law enforcement, first responders, veterans and more as a form of therapy and connection. Talk about a fist full of dirt! Jim’s story is about second chances, stepping into your calling and the amazing things that can happen when you let Faith take the lead.   Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411  

First time I ever went out west after elk, I was with a crew of southern rookies big on dreams and short on experience. (And funds) We hiked, we laughed, we got altitude sickness… and we didn’t kill a thing. But looking back, it turned into one of my favorite hunts ever. Sometimes the best trips aren’t about what’s in the freezer, they’re about the stories you bring home.   Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

We’re back with Part 2 of our bowhunting bull session with Dustin Apple, a.k.a. White River Rambo.. and we’re dialin’ it in even tighter. This round, we’re diving deeper into tuning your setup and fixing those little mistakes that can blow a perfect hunt. From old school bow tricks to confidence at full draw.. Dustin’s dishing out what every hunter needs to hear before hittin’ the woods. If you liked Part 1, you’re gonna love this one.    Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

Strap in, bowhunters… Fist Full of Dirt is kickin’ off a special two part series with none other than Dustin Apple, a.k.a. White River Rambo. Whether you’re fixin’ to pull back a bow for the first time or you’ve been flingin’ arrows your whole life, this episode’s got somethin’ for you.   We’re talkin’ gear setups on a budget, breaking down target panic, and how to find the right bow that fits you… not just what the internet says is cool. With bow season right around the corner, this is a must-listen for anybody wantin’ to sharpen their skills and get dialed in.   Tune in, take notes, and get ready to sling some arrows.

Well, we’re back… and so are the snakes. Part 2 of Cold Blooded Confessions picks up right where we left off, with more wild and weird snake stories from folks who lived to tell the tale. You’ll laugh, you’ll squirm, and you might even check your boots before steppin’ outside. Now listen, if Part 1 didn’t show up for you last time, that’s on the Apple Podcasts gremlins, not us. But don’t worry, we tacked the whole first part onto the end of this one so you don’t miss a beat. Settle in, y’all. It’s about to get slithery.      Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again … I don’t do snakes. And after hearin’ some of y’all’s stories? I feel like I’ve got good reason. In this episode, we’re kickin’ off Part 1 of our listener submitted snake tales. From blinds to barns, these stories had me laughin’, wincin’, and in one case, lookin’ around my feet just to be sure.   Y’all did not disappoint. So grab a chair, take a deep breath, and get ready for some honest-to-goodness snake chaos straight from the people who lived it.   Stay connected with Fist Full of Dirt:  Instagram: @ffodpodcast Instagram: @moplandforsale Twitter: @FistDirt TikTok: @originalturkeythug Instagram : @CuzStrickland Twitter: @CuzStrickland Facebook: @CuzStrickland YouTube: Cuz411