Wild Life Outdoors
Jose and Russell, lifelong friends of over 15 years, united by a profound love for the great outdoors and an unwavering commitment to wildlife conservation. This captivating podcast paints a vivid picture of their shared adventures. Their camaraderie sets the stage for engaging discussions and reflections of the beauty of the natural world. With a Masters in Range and Wildlife Management, Jose brings a wealth of knowledge to the conservation conversation. Together with Russell, an engineer in the telecommunications industry, they delve into the crucial need for preserving wildlife habitats.
Episodes
In this mouthwatering episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Jose sit down with Jesse Griffiths, award-winning chef, conservation advocate, and author of The Turkey Book. Jesse shares behind-the-scenes stories from his coast-to-coast turkey hunts across Texas, Georgia, Oregon, and Connecticut—recalling the hardships and triumphs that shaped his latest work. He explains what sets The Turkey Book apart from his previous hit, The ...
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In this urgent episode of Wild Life Outdoors, host Russell sits down with Aaron Kindle of the National Wildlife Federation to expose how H.R. 1 – the “One Big Beautiful Bill” – threatens millions of acres of Western public lands (from Wyoming to Utah and beyond) through proposed land sales. They dive into why these public lands matter for hunting, fish...
In this powerful episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with Shawn McCarthy and Rafael Vargas of the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Armed Forces Initiative (AFI) to explore the critical connection between public lands and our nation’s veterans.
Shawn and Rafael share their own stories and shed light on how the outdoors—especially hunting, fishing, and time spent on public lands—play a huge role in helping vetera...
In this new episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Chans Woolery—founder of Mountain Man Provision Co.—joins us once again for a back-to-back feature, and this time we’re talking all things turkey hunting.Fresh off a successful turkey hunt in Missouri, Chans walks us through his hunt, breaking down the tactics and strategies that helped him seal the deal.
From calling techniques to reading terrain, he shares the key moments that led to tag...
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In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with the multi-talented Drew Wilson—a passionate fly fisherman and renowned tattoo artist. From casting flies on the water to creating art in the studio, Drew shares how his love for fishing and creativity collide in his life and work.
We swap stories from recent fishing trips, talk ...
In this awesome episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with Louisiana native and passionate outdoorsman, Connor Ackerman. From the bayous to the backwoods, Connor shares his deep love for fly fishing, hunting, and conservation—and how growing up in the rich outdoor culture of Louisiana shaped his lifestyle and values.They dive into what makes fly fishing in the South so special, swap hunting stories, and discuss w...
In this exciting episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Jose sit down with Chris Kowaleski to dive deep into the world of fly tying! Chris shares his journey into the craft, the inspirations behind his intricate fly patterns, and how he continues to push the boundaries of creativity in fly fishing.
But that’s not all—this season, we’re introducing a brand-new segment where we challenge our guests with some outdoor-themed trivia!...
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Join us for an exciting episode of Wild Life Outdoors as Jose and Russell sit down with returning guest Marco and special guest Armando Giraldo from Orinoco Flies—all the way from Colombia! Armando shares his incredible passion for jungle fly fishing and his deep love for targeting species like payara, peacock bass, and carp.
Armando takes us on a journey through Colomb...
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In this inspiring episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with professional landscape photographer Jeremy Janus to talk about the powerful connection between nature and photography. Jeremy shares his passion for capturing the beauty of the outdoors, from epic mountain landscapes to serene forests, and how his adventures hiking and biking across the co...
In this exciting episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with Jerid Doering to talk about his incredible journey of building his own skiff from the ground up. Jerid shares the inspiration behind the project, the challenges he faced, and the rewarding feeling of crafting a vessel perfectly suited for exploring the water.
The conversation doesn’t stop there—Jose, Russell, and Jerid dive into their shared love of fly f...
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Welcome to the first episode of 2025! Join Jose and Russell as they kick off the new year with a look back at Wild Life Outdoors’ accomplishments in 2024. From exciting milestones to audience statistics, they reflect on what made the past year so special and thank the incredible listeners who made it all possible.
Looking ahead, they share a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2025...
In this captivating episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with Lara, a passionate angler and adventurer who thrives on exploring the pristine waters of the Pacific Northwest. Living near the Idaho-Washington border, Lara has developed a deep love for spey fishing, particularly for the iconic steelhead trout that call the region's rivers home.
Together, they dive into the art and tactics of chasing steelhead, disc...
In this engaging episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Marco sit down with Brian Wise of Fly Fishing the Ozarks to dive into the art and passion of fly tying. Brian shares his origin story, recounting how his love for the outdoors and fly fishing evolved into a creative obsession with tying flies.
The conversation explores Brian's unique tactics, the inspiration behind his intricate designs, and how his dedication has made his...
In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell share some recent life changes and discuss exciting updates coming to the podcast. The episode kicks off with the “Jackwagon of the Week” segment, where they call out a man caught poaching bald eagles, shedding light on the importance of respecting wildlife laws and conservation.
The conversation then dives into the legacy of Teddy Roosevelt and his groundbreaking influence on...
In this inspiring episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with a passionate outdoorswoman from New Zealand to explore her DIY hunting and fishing journey. She shares personal stories about the challenges, successes, and lessons learned along the way, offering valuable insights into the joys of self-reliance in the outdoors.
The conversation also delves into the cultural and regulatory differences between outdoor...
In this heartfelt episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Bob Albrecht and Toby Vaughn from Reel Recovery, a nonprofit organization that provides free fly fishing retreats for men affected by cancer. They discuss the structure and schedule of these retreats, highlighting the therapeutic and emotional benefits that come from time spent on the water. Bob and Toby also touch on some of the challenges they face in getting...
In this exciting episode of Wild Life Outdoors, hosts Jose and Russell sit down with Chris Fowler, owner of The Fly Trap, a unique fly-fishing shop in Rockport, TX. Chris takes us back to his roots, sharing how his passion for fishing began as a kid and how his experiences evolved when he discovered fly fishing in Central Texas during his young adult years.
The conversation dives deep into Chris's transition to saltwater fly fi...
In this action-packed episode of Wild Life Outdoors, hosts Jose and Russell sit down with American Ninja Warrior competitor Anthony Porter. They dive into Anthony's thrilling experiences on the show, exploring the dedication and grit required to compete at such a high level. Beyond the obstacle courses, Anthony shares his deep love for nature and the outdoors, reflecting on how these passions shape his life and work.
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