Episodes
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May 3, 2021
Ep 30 Yaking in the 956
In this Episode I am joined by Marcus Espinoza, avid kayak angler, and one of the Administrators of the Facebook Group “956 Kayak Anglers”. Marcus shares with us some tips for fishing new water, favorite lures, and a few cool stories. If...
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March 21, 2021
Ep 29 Flatlander Tips for Public Land
In this Episode I am joined by Cole Wilks, AKA “Flatlander”, fellow Texas public land hunter who is highly successful and has a wealth of outdoors knowledge. Cole shares some of his vast knowledge about hunting public lands including...
Guest: Cole Wilks
28
March 15, 2021
Ep 28 So TX Freeze Fish Kill
Ep 28 So TX Freeze Fish Kill In this episode I recap and summarize multiple local reports of the fish kill that occurred due to the recent deep freeze across the Texas coast. I recap various reports from upper Texas coast to the Lower Laguna...
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Feb. 15, 2021
Ep 27 Archery Overhaul
Last year I overhauled my archery setup with heavier high FOC arrows and an unconventional new sight. In this episode I discussed what I had before, what I changed and why. I also explain the “high Front of Center” (FOC) concept with...
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Jan. 16, 2021
Ep 26 Bow Hunting Basics
I’ve been and avid bow hunter for several years now and really have grown to love the challenge of hunting with a bow. In my opinion it is takes your hunting skills to another level. In this episode I cover some key bow hunting topics,...
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Dec. 11, 2020
Ep 25 Deer Blind Basics
Ep. 25 Deer Blind Basics In this episode I talk about some tips for hunting in your typical South Texas deer blind. Many of these are probably widely known but I thought I'd put it out there maybe someone can pick up a tip or two. I...
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Nov. 20, 2020
Ep 24 Preserving Stories
Ep 24 Preserving Stories Every deer head or fish on the wall has a story behind it, whether it’s a true “trophy” or it’s just an awesome story or memory that one would like to preserve. In this episode I am joined by Eddie Ruiz with Big Ed’s...
Guest: Eddie Ruiz
21
Oct. 3, 2020
Ep 21 Elk Hunt Anticipation
In this special "not" So Texas episode, I am back in Colorado for my 2020 Archery Elk Hunt I am joined by my two cousins Noe and Andrew Escobar and we talk about our anticipation, expectations, lessons learned, ambitions, and commitment to the...
Guest: Noe and Andrew Escobar
20
Sept. 16, 2020
Ep 20 A Texan's Backcountry Gear
If you've ever wanted to do a Western backcountry hunt and wonder about what gear you might need. I'm no expert, but I've gone enough times that I've learned what works and what doesn't. In this episode I go thru my gear list for my Colorado...
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Sept. 1, 2020
Ep 19 A Bowhunter Convert
Whether you are a lifelong rifle hunter or new to hunting, if you have ever thought about becoming a bow hunter this is the episode to listen to. I am joined by my good friend and Bow Hunting mentor, Steve and together we discuss how to become a...
Guest: Steve Morales
18
Aug. 13, 2020
Ep 18 TX Public Hunts - Get your aps in!
It's application season for Texas Public Draw Hunts. In this episode I give a quick overview of the Public Hunting opportunities in Texas. I discuss the different types, species, methods of take, and offer a few strategies to applying. Link to...
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July 22, 2020
EP17 1st Year Podcast Update
This episode is just a quick update about the podcast and some changes and new ideas and topics to come. It is also my 1 Year Anniversary of the Podcast! Thank you to all the listeners that dedicated their time to hear what I have to say about the...
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May 26, 2020
Ep. 16 A Stoic Mindset
In this Episode I am joined by Mr. “Stoic” himself, Joaquin Garza from Stoic Outdoors, fellow outdoorsman from South Texas. Definition: “Stoic”: a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. We...
Guest: Joaquin Garza
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April 20, 2020
Ep. 15 Fishing with Dad
In this episode I am joined again by a very special guest, lifelong mentor, teacher, and hero in life and the outdoors, my Dad, Ramiro Escobar, Jr. Together we recall some of our greatest memories of fishing together. We talk about him...
Guest: Ramiro Escobar Jr.
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March 29, 2020
Ep.14 Yaking About Fishing!
If you’ve been thinking about trying out kayak fishing this is the show for you. In this episode I am joined by friend and fellow outdoorsman, Alec from Mesquite Outdoors, who loves to go fishing on a kayak. So I thought we would get together and...
Guest: Alec Regelado
13
March 10, 2020
Ep.13 Go on a Western Elk-venture!
In this Episode I breakdown the ins and outs of how to plan a DIY elk hunt in Colorado. If you've ever wanted to go west to hunt public land bull elk but don’t know where to start, this the podcast to listen to. I explain the different...
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Feb. 21, 2020
Ep, 12 The inside scoop on National Wildlife Refuge hunts
In this episode I’m joined by Imer Delagarza, Wildlife Biologist working for the US Fish and Wildlife Service, (FWS) Wildlife. He is the biologist responsible for the oversight of the multiple tracts of land that make up the Lower Rio Grande Valley...
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Feb. 7, 2020
Ep. 11 A TX Public Land Hunt Audio Experience
This episode is a different kind of podcast. In this episode I take the listener with me on an audio experience of my 2019 Archery Deer hunt on the Teniente tract of the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge. This is a Texas Public...
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Nov. 26, 2019
Ep. 8 Deer Blind Afternoon
In this episode I talk about the passion I have for whitetail deer hunting. I also talk about the typical South Texas deer hunting styles and strategies. Some tips for pre-rut, rut and post rut hunting. I also share the story of my Nephew’s first...
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Nov. 1, 2019
Ep. 7 Archery Elk Hunt 2019 Recap Part 2
In this special "Not So Texas" episode I recap the second part of my 2019 Archery Elk hunt in Colorado. My hunting partner and I describe our day by day experiences and challenges in the back country during our September elk hunt. Things finally start...