Episodes
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Ep 55: Is Bear Archery Changing the Game?
This week on the Spotted Dog Podcast, we're joined by Jay James, Regional Sales Manager for Escalade Sports Archery Division, for an in-depth look at what's new in the archery industry. From Bear Archery's latest bows, including the Whitetail NXT and flagship SOURCE, to big changes at Gold Tip,...
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Ep 54: Hunt Smarter, Kill Bigger Bucks | Scrapes, Scent, & Whitetail Strategy
Deer season is here, and Dan DeWitt is back at the Spotted Dog Podcast table with Nolan, Cory Bahr, and Zach Poole for a deep dive into whitetail hunting. Dan shares decades of hunting experience and breaks down how he uses mock scrapes, scent, trail cameras, terrain, thermals, feeding schedules,...
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Ep 53: North La Sportsman's Expo
In this episode, Nolan is joined by the main cat putting together the North Louisiana Sportsman's Expo the last weekend in August. Also joining the podcast are the two Title Sponsors, Zack Randall of Reaper Boats and Michael McVay of Duck Commander. They talk all the details of the event and the...
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Ep 52: Louisiana's First Velvet Whitetail Season
History is being made with Louisiana's BRAND NEW archery early season hunt that that will start this fall! Nolan is joined by LDWF Brad Kennon and Rafter P's own Zach Poole and these boys talk it all out. All the details and what this actually means for the state of Louisiana. Check it out and…
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Ep 51: Update on Suppressors and No More ATF Form 4?
In this episode of the Spotted Dog podcast, the guys have a discussion and share some of the details of the breaking news regarding no more form 4 when buying a suppressor. There is still a lot of information to come in several unknowns, but it is looking promising and we share what we know so…
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Ep 50: La's New Recreational Alligator Season
Louisiana has a brand new recreational alligator season, and if you're wondering what changed, how to apply, where you can hunt, and what the new rules mean for hunters, this episode has you covered. On this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan West sits down with Jeb Linscomb, Fur and...
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Ep 49: Biggest Reaper Fest Yet
The weekend so many people have been waiting for is finally here! Reaper Boats is back with its 5th Annual Reaper Fest, and this year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever. On this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan sits down with Jay Stone and Michael McVay from Duck…
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Ep 48: How the Best Anglers Find Giants
The Majestic Bass Tournament is over, and some of the top finishers are sitting down to break it all down. Connor Nimrod, Jolyn Nimrod, Kade Hilstead, and Allen Anders join us to talk about what actually happened during one of North Louisiana's biggest bass tournaments. We cover everything from...
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Ep #47 - The Majestic | Biggest Bass Tournament in La
The biggest bass tournament of the year is almost here. On this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan sits down with the crew behind the Majestic Bass Tournament on Lake D’Arbonne to talk about what’s shaping up to be one of the wildest tournaments the lake has ever seen. Big weights are...
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Ep #46 - The ShareLunker King | Josh Jones on Giant Bass & Gigantic Bucks
Josh Jones joins the Spotted Dog Podcast to talk about his rise in the fishing world, chasing giant bass, and becoming known as one of the top forward facing sonar anglers in the country. In this episode, we dive deep into how forward facing sonar changed modern fishing, how Josh approaches...
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#45 - Bryce Acreman on Winning Big, Reading LiveScope, and Competing at 21
On this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, host Nolan West sits down with young professional crappie angler Bryce Acreman to talk about an incredible year on the water, including Bryce’s run of tournament success and what it meant to win the Louisiana State Crappie Championship on Lake…
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Ep #44 - LDWF Turkey Biologist Cody Cedotal
In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, we sit down with Cody Sedotal of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, the state’s Small Game and Wild Turkey Program Manager, for a deep dive into Louisiana turkey hunting and turkey management. We talk turkey numbers, habitat, nesting...
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Ep #43 - Tone 29 Custom Turkey Calls on Building a Legend
On this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, we sit down with the two brothers behind Tone 29 Custom Turkey Calls. These Arkansas boys may be young, but their passion, knowledge, and stories say otherwise. From chasing longbeards to building custom calls with purpose, they carry the kind of…
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Ep #42 - 2025 Louisiana Black Bear Season Update
In this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, we sit down with John Hanks, Large Carnivore Biologist with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, to unpack the historic 2025 Louisiana black bear hunting season. Not long ago, the Louisiana black bear was on the brink of disappearing....
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Ep #41 - The $0 Tax Stamp: What the ATF’s 2026 Changes Mean for Suppressors
In this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, we dive into suppressors, firearms, and the ATF changes scheduled to take effect on January 2, 2026, including the federal tax stamp moving to zero dollars. We talk through what suppressors actually do, common myths, how the current process works, and...
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Ep #40 - The 2026 Mathews and Hoyt Bows
This episode is a sit down with Spotted Dog Sporting Goods owners Michael and Richard, joined by Zach Pool of Rafter P Custom Knives. We dig into the latest Mathews and Hoyt hunting bows, talk real world hunting gear that actually matters, swap a few hunting stories, and look ahead to Christmas...
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Ep #39: Reaper Boats
Nolan sits down with Reaper Boats owner Zach Randall for a straight-shooting conversation about duck hunting, boat design, and what really matters on the water. They talk about what duck hunters obsess over, new partnerships that you haven't heard of yet, and being a Jesus led person. If you run…
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Ep #38 - The Hunter’s Christmas List: Help for Hard-to-Buy Folks
Nick Joiner and Michael McVay drop in for a Holiday Special built for anyone tired of guessing what to buy the hunters in their life. We swap hunting stories, break down the season so far, and then build a Christmas list with gifts that won’t get returned on December 26th. If you’re shopping for...
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Ep #37 - CWD in Louisiana: Facts, Frustrations, and the Future of Deer Hunting
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is one of the most divisive topics among whitetail hunters. In this episode, we sit down with Johnathan Bordelon, Deer Program Manager and Whitetail Deer Biologist for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, and John Hanks, LDWF’s Large Carnivore…
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Ep #36 - Chasing Bugles: Elk Gear, Season Outlook, and a Navajo Nation Tag
In this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan sits down with seasoned elk hunter Mr. Kenny to talk all things elk gear, scouting, and what the upcoming season could bring. Nolan also shares the exciting news about drawing a rare Navajo Nation archery elk tag and the plans, challenges, and...
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Ep #35 - Louisiana Black Bears: Growth, Tags, and Conservation
In this episode, LDWF’s own Large Carnivore Program Manager and Biologist, John Hanks, returns to the Spotted Dog Podcast Studio for a second time. Nolan and John dive into Louisiana’s expanding black bear population, the recent increase in tags, and what it means for hunters and conservation...
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Ep #34 - WiseEye A.I.: The Smartest Way to Hunt Whitetail
In this groundbreaking episode, we sit down with the visionary behind WiseEye Trail Cameras, the most advanced scouting system in the woods. From A.I. driven species recognition to real-time strategy tools, WiseEye is reshaping how hunters prepare for their season. We dive into the story behind…
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Ep #33 - Beyond the Badge: A Life Chasing Big Bass
In this episode, Nolan sits down with Sontus Mitchell,a Louisiana State Trooper and 2x Majestic Bass Tournament champion, to talk bass fishing on Lake D’Arbonne and beyond. Known for consistently finding big fish when others can’t, Sontus shares the strategies, mindset, and tactics that have made...
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Ep #32 - From Kitchen to Camp w/ Chef Cory Bahr
In Episode 32, Nolan sat down with acclaimed chef and Louisiana outdoorsman, Cory Bahr of Parish Restaurant, for a powerful conversation that goes far beyond food and field. Chef Cory Bahr is a celebrated figure in the culinary world, known for his dedication to Southern cuisine and his deep…
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Ep #31: Legacies on the Lake: The Stories Behind the Majestic Bass Tournament
For decades, the Majestic Bass Tournament on Lake Darbonne has been more than just a fishing event, it’s been a family tradition for some, a cornerstone of the local community, and the one bragging right that everyone who fishes it, wants. On this episode, Nolan brought back your favorite guest,...
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Ep 30: Rewriting the Rules | Tech, Tournaments & the Future of Fishing with Connor Nimrod
In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan West sits down with Connor Nimrod, founder of Tournament Technologies in West Monroe, to talk about how technology is transforming competitive fishing from the dock to the data stream. They dive into the story behind Tournament Technologies, the...
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Ep #29 - Dialed In: Archery & The Things That Actually Matter
In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan sits down with Richard Albritton, one of the owners of Spotted Dog, widely considered the best archery technician around, and Zach Poole from Rafter P who is a custom knife maker who happens to be a full-blown archery expert. The crew dives into...
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Ep #28 - Hooked on Success: Brennan Flick’s Bassmaster Journey
In this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan sits down with pro angler Brennan Flick, a rising star in the BASS fishing world. Brennan shares his journey from weekend fisherman to tournament competitor, offering insights into the grind of professional angling, strategies for landing big…
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Ep #27 - Cracking the Crappie Code w/ William Whetstone & Steve Adams
In this episode of The Spotted Dog Podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of crappie fishing with two of the best in the game—William Whetstone and Steve Adams. These expert anglers share their top strategies for finding and catching big crappie, the impact of forward-facing sonar, and what it...
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Ep #26 - Blades, Bows, and Big Bucks with Rafter P
Nolan sits down with custom knife maker and elite bow hunter Zach Poole for a deep dive into craftsmanship and the hunting lifestyle. Zach shares how he builds premium handmade knives the old-school way, along with some of his best hunting stories—including the heartbreak of a lost opportunity on…
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Ep # 25 - Louisiana Black Bear w/ LDWF Biologist, John Hanks
In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan & Richard sits down with John Hanks, Louisiana’s leading Black Bear Biologist and the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Wildlife Biologist of the Year. We dive into the recent historic black bear hunting season, discussing its success…
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Ep #24 - Modern Rifles, Calibers, & The Best Hunting Setup
In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, we’re joined by Dustin Morris, a founder of the Precision Rifle Series and PRS National Champion. Dustin is a seasoned expert in firearms and hunting and we dive into the evolution of hunting calibers. From the iconic rounds that shaped hunting’s past…
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Ep #23 - Preparedness, Self Defense, & Suppressors w/ Johnny Jopling
In this episode, host Nolan West sits down with guest Johnny Jopling, a former Louisiana State Trooper and active Air Force serviceman. Together, they tackle pressing topics, including recent attacks on U.S. soil, staying prepared, and the importance of self-defense. They dive into discussions...
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Ep #22 - Camo Comebacks, Duck Numbers, and Stories of Phil Robertson w/ Justin Martin
Join host Nolan West as he sits down with Justin Martin from Duck Commander for a wide-ranging conversation you don’t want to miss. They dive into vintage camo making a big comeback, the state of duck hunter numbers across the country, and what it’s like being the real Justin Martin. Plus, Justin...
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#21 - Scrapes, Moon Phases, & Locating Bucks
In this episode, Nolan welcomes back to the studio Biologist, Michael McVay and Ol' Cuzz, aka Dan Dewitt. There's a lot that goes into play when hunting down mature bucks but in this episode, Cuzz shares with us all how to easily targets, locates, and patterns whitetail bucks. Thanks for…
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Ep #20 - Old Ways of Hunting w/ Buck Master Scorer, Greg Hicks
Nolan sits down with long time friend, Greg Hicks with Antlers & Hicks Podcast. Greg is one of the most respected Whitetail buck scorers for Buck Masters and is the light shining bright in Farmerville, Louisiana. They talk everything from crossbows, to old school ways of hunting, and even what it...
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#19 - You're Hunting The Wrong Things - Guest, Old Indian Tricks
You read that title right. We all grew up looking for scrapes but do you really know how to hunt them? What about hunting them with certain moon phases or with a certain mile per hour wind? Give this episode a listen and take notes because it's one that we believe will change your way of hunting...
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Ep # 18 - Talking Hunting, Fishing, Jiu Jitsu, And TikTok Fame
On this episode, Nolan sits down with big bass catchin', big buck killin', and jiu jitsu stranglin' Blake Decorte to not just talk about hutnign and fishing stories but also the hilarious story of Blake becoming TikTok famous over night! With hunting season upon us, they both share some tricks to...
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Ep #17 - The Mind of a 19 Year Old Professional Bass Angler who Catches 50lb Bags
Don't let his age fool you. This 19 year old, Colby Dark, knows a thing or 2 about how to catch monster bass routinely. Not only is he fishing against the seasoned pros, but he is guiding day in and day out to work his way toward a bright future in the fishing industry. Give this episode a listen...
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How to catch Fall Crappie w/ Garmin Guru & Guide, William Whetstone
Nolan sits down with The Garmin Guru and Crappie Guide, William Whetstone, to find out how and where to locate big crappie in the autumn/fall months. Give it a listen and catch some giant crappie! They not only discuss how to do it but also give a examples on the big tv behind them for you to…
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#15 - Kill Nocturnal Bucks & Livescoping Crappie
Mr. Kenny is back to drop more secrets! If you missed the last epsisode about killing big elk, go back and give it a listen. In this one, he spills the beans on his age old secret on how to kill those nocturnal mature bucks. He also tells great stories of fishing Toledo Bend back in the day and...
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Ep #14 - Best Elk Hunting Podcast Ever
It's no understatement when we say that we believe this is the best dang elk hunting prep podcast you'll ever listen to! The gang sat down with elk hunting legend, Kenny Dyess, and he tells of his 57 year elk streak and what all lead him to his 95% success rate!...
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#13 - Public Land Hunting | Mason Caldwell
Deer hunting public ground can be one one the most rewarding things out there and our guest today is no newbie to killing big bucks on public ground. Nolan has a fun and knowledgeable conversation with Mason Caldwell and they talk all about whitetail hunting and even some funny stories that will...
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#12 - Blake Shelby
Everyone loves a good story so we packed them in on this one! From Blake's history with Mossy Oak to wrecking cars with Dale Earnhardt, You're set up for a good time. We didn't forget about his World Record Alligator Gar story either. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode....
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#11 - Dr. King “Hearts & Heifers”
Trapping rattlesnakes, owning King Springs Water, raising some of the highest quality beef, and being the most renown Heart Surgeon and Inventors in the world, Dr. Terry King sits down to tell his story. When thinking of someone that has literally changed hundreds of thousands lives, Dr. King is...
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#10 - Garmin Guru & Michael Little
Mr. Garmin Guru himself is back with another episode where he tells about his recent night fishing trip to Lake Fork, all of his recent Share Lunkers, and event some livescope tips on night fishing! Michael Little, one of the owners of Spotted Dog, sits down in the studio for his first podcast...
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#9 - Blood Dogs, Bomb Dogs, & Human Trailing Dogs w/ Zach Stephens
Do you like unbelievable stories that seem too good to be true? Well, we shake it up a bit with this episode. Nolan sits down with Zach Stephens, who raises and trains working dogs of all breeds to alert on explosives, lost humans, and wounded animals. He gives us good tips on training your…
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#8 - Spawning Bass and Hairy Dice
Nolan sits down with Connor Nimrod, JK, and Kade Hillestad. Connor is the owner of Tournament Technologies in West Monroe, La and he is your guy for not only setting up your boat with all the electronics but he is a pro at smokin' big bass! JK and Kade are leading the country on the ULM College...
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#7 - Strut Commander | Jordan Summitt
Hilarious turkey hunting stories and the origin of Strut Commander and Buck Commander, the main man Jordan Summitt sits down with Nolan to talk it all. Its the beginning of turkey season for most but Jordan has been on 'em in 4 different states and he tells his ways to get it done and even a few...
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#6 - Taxidermist Tells It All
What is the craziest mount you have ever heard of? Well, these stories are wilder! Nolan sits down with Dave from The Bass Shop Taxidermy in Monroe, La and Craig Roberson from The Goat Rope to hear all the secrets from the taxidermy world, the wild requests he has received, and even the future of...
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A podcast presented by Spotted Dog Sporting Goods that offers great information for hunters, fishermen, and outdoor lovers alike.
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