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 discussion covers not only Nicole’s hobbies but also her professional career centered around teaching others in the outdoors. This episode goes into depth about Nicole’s job as a female bow technician, to now being a director for a nonprofit centered around youth development in hunting and the outdoors called Gardner Camp. Maggie and Nicole also discuss their like-minded passions for pageantry and conservation efforts. Nicole’s mission is to inspire and lead on the pageant stage and in the woods for women to “Be Both, Be You!” 

Find Nicole at: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleataylor2004/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleataylor2004

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

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 experience with door-knocking, getting permission, and finally sealing the deal on a beautiful, unexpected hunt. 

Find Tripp Hodges at: https://www.instagram.com/tripphodges3/?hl=en

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

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 outdoors and then divulge into mental toughness in hunting--a hot topic that isn't talked about enough. if you love hunting and motivational content, be sure and download this episode. It's a great listen you won't want to miss

Find Chadd Wright at: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwright278/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@3of7Project
3 of 7 Website: https://3of7project.com/our-story/

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

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 science-driven information to benefit wild turkeys. By distributing content led by Dr. Mike Chamberlain, the Wild Turkey Lab provides the most comprehensive collection of current research and meaningful historical works focused on wild turkeys. 
As you can imagine, Maggie was thrilled to sit and absorb the great information Dr. Chamberlain was able to share. Throughout the podcast, Maggie even learned about many misconceptions about the bird as Dr. Chamberlain debunked myths. If you are a turkey hunter, this podcast is the perfect listen to gain valuable knowledge and hear good conversation. 

JOIN THE NWTF TODAY: https://your.nwtf.org/members/membership/?action=set_as_membership

Find Dr. Chamberlain at: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildturkeydoc/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fwildturkeydoc

More from Wild Turkey Doc:
Website: https://wildturkeylab.com/
Recent Article: https://wildturkeylab.com/understanding-wild-turkeys-wild-turkeys-feeding-habits-and-digestive-process/

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week 

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 Legion in hopes of promoting a higher standard of turkey hunting. Chase has also devoted his time to the brand and the mission, as you can find him typically running the camera when he's not pulling the trigger himself. These two Mississippi boys take pride in honoring the wild turkey in the highest regard and use their platform to showcase and educate others on ethical, old-school turkey hunting values. They say turkey hunters are the greatest friends to the turkey and these boys are the perfect example of just that. Take a listen for great turkey hunting tips, interesting stories, and even a few laughs. 

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

JOIN THE NWTF TODAY: https://your.nwtf.org/members/membership/?action=set_as_membership

Find Hunter at: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunter.farrior/?hl=en

Find Chase at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasefarrior/

Find Spring Legion at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/springlegion/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt_cfUhCl24v4hou2S5Snag
Website: https://springlegion.com/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spring-legion-podcast/id1540534618

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

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 and easily obtainable for all of us, achieved through effort- not fortune and gadgetry. The Pinhoti Project puts a large emphasis on the series' focus remaining on the quarry and serves to educate hunters of all ages and skill levels while displaying the utmost respect for the game throughout the pursuit. Be sure and stop by the Pinhoti Project booth next week at the NWTF and shake Dave's hand if you get the chance because he is as high caliber of a human as he is a hunter. 

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

Find Dave Owens at: 
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinhotiproject
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinhotiproject/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinhotiproject/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7eDrgE4sRia481eiDtu8wA


Find Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week. 

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, Mississippi, and is best known for his expertise in duck dogs. Dr. Ryan has skillfully trained several labrador retrievers of his own with great success in both hunt tests and in the woods. When he's not handling dogs in pursuit of ducks, he's still caring for champion hunters daily in the office. Throughout the podcast, Maggie and Dr. Ryan are shocked by an unexpected visitor--none other than Mr. Bobby Joe Willie himself. Bobby Joe joins in on the dialogue and shares a few sentiments you don't want to miss. 

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

Find Mat Ryan at: https://www.instagram.com/duckdogvet/?next=%2Fp%2FCklSQGlMmvy%2F&ref=Imgum.net&hl=ne

Find Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

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 trade, a community marketing guru, and an all-around good-to-be-around guy. Wade shares heartfelt stories of hunting friends near to him, and hilarious tidbits that even include a special appearance on COPS. If you want an easy-listening podcast that is sure to make you smile, go ahead and give this one a download-- but only if you're okay with your stomach hurting from doubling over with laughter. 

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

Find Wade Shoemaker at: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wadeshoemaker/
Website: https://www.wadeshoemaker.com/

Find Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next wee, 

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 hunting and traveling to hunt, as well as public land duck hunting faux pas. Eric also shares first-hand stories of taking country music stars Hank Williams Jr. and Cody Jinks hunting. If you enjoy duck hunting, this will be an interesting, captivating podcast worth a listen.

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

Find Eric Rinehart at: https://www.instagram.com/erinehart1901/?hl=en

Find Daybreak Outdoors at: https://www.youtube.com/c/DayBreakOutdoors?app=desktop

Find Anna Richardson at: https://www.instagram.com/arich54/?hl=en

Find Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week,

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 many more. Ed is well known for his wildlife images of ducks, turkeys, and deer in their natural habitat. Whether he is in a ghillie suit, camping out for hours, waiting on the perfect shot of ducks on the water, or in on the green in New York, Ed is always swinging for a once-in-a-lifetime hole-in-one.  

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

SHOP TECOVAS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON: www.tecovas.com/maggie

Find Ed Wall at: https://www.instagram.com/edwall81/?hl=en

Find Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

I'd like to give a big thank you to Brooke Usery for the beautiful new podcast cover art. She did a phenomenal job and can be found on Instagram at @brookeuseryy.

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week

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 years chasing birds. (ALWAYS WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETS AND KILL CORDS!) Lauren goes into detail, sharing her personal evolution as a dog handler and both girls tell the sweet stories of how they ended up with their four-legged hunting companions. Can Maggie Williams swim? Can Lauren Brady ride a bike? There's only one way to find out. Give this podcast a download, you're sure to enjoy it. 

SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/

SHOP TECOVAS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON: www.tecovas.com/maggie

Find Lauren Brady at: https://www.instagram.com/lb_laurenbrady/

Find Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week.