Catfish Radio with Luke Clayton & Friends Podcast

Luke Clayton
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Luke Clayton has been an outdoors writer for almost four decades and his byline appears in many different outdoor publications. Luke also pens a weekly outdoors column that runs in 41 Texas newspapers. For the past 20 years, Luke has hosted his radio show, CATFISH RADIO with Luke Clayton and friends which currently airs on 37 terrestrial radio stations and now as a weekly podcast right here on your favorite podcast app! Larry Weishuhn, aka “Mr. Whitetail” has shared a segment of the show with Luke since shortly after the show first aired. Topics are varied each week with four guests talking about everything from catching stripers at Lake Texoma on the Texas/Oklahoma border to hunting wild hogs to shooting and hunting with big-bore airguns. So each week, it’s a good bet Luke and his guest will hit on your favorite topic or discuss something you will be interested in. Luke frequently wraps up the show with “A visit with Luke” where he gives an account of a recent outdoor adventure. There’s always a bit of outdoor cooking talk in every show. Luke has enjoyed camp cooking and especially using his Dutch Kettles outside over embers from a campfire for most of his adult life. For several years, Luke wrote an outdoor cooking column for a major Texas newspaper and he weaves outdoor recipes into many of his newspaper columns as well as here on his podcast. So, settle back, turn the volume up, and see where Luke and his guests take you this week. A new radio show airs each week and the current show will be hosted right here. Be sure to check out CatfishRadio.org and our show As Sportsman's Life on Carbon TV 

  1. 1h ago

    The Ultimate Outdoor Roundup: Catching 50-Inch Pike, Trapping Feral Hogs, and Exploring the Dallas Safari Club Summer Show

    CATFISH RADIO - JULY 25TH PODCAST EDITION Segment 1: Hog Trapping Innovations with Anthony Tew Topic: Effective and accessible wild hog control for landowners. Guest: Anthony Tew, co-owner of a hog trap company (thepighogtrap.com). Key Takeaways: Anthony discusses his company's user-friendly, shippable hog traps made from heavy-duty, baseball-style netting. The traps feature a massive 60-foot diameter, catching entire sounders at once without harming non-target animals like deer. The system is highly accessible; a single person can easily set it up in about 30 minutes using standard T-posts and ground anchors. Segment 2: Canada's "Pigloos" and Wild Boars Topic: The history and challenges of hunting feral hogs in Canada. Guest: Brad Fenson, Canadian outdoor writer and wildlife biologist. Key Takeaways: Brad explains the origins of Canada's wild pigs, which are hybrids of escaped European boars (imported in the 1990s) and domestic feral hogs. These highly intelligent animals survive harsh Canadian winters by building burrowed nests in cattails and forests, affectionately referred to as "pigloos." Despite eradication efforts and bounties, their learned behavior and adaptability make them incredibly challenging to hunt. Segment 3: Northern Pike Fishing and Camp Cooking Topic: Big game fishing in Saskatchewan and wild game culinary skills. Guest: Brad Fenson (Continuing). Key Takeaways: The conversation shifts to a recent fishing trip at Cree River Lodge in Saskatchewan, highlighted by an impressive story of catching a 50-inch Northern Pike in shallow water. Luke and Brad discuss traditional Canadian shore lunches and Brad’s expertise as a camp chef, covering techniques for cooking and canning wild game and fish. Segment 4: The DSC Summer Show and Event Updates Topic: Upcoming outdoor events and hunting opportunities. Guests: Larry Weishuhn (Mr. Whitetail) and an introduction by producer Dustin Vaughn Warncke. Key Takeaways: Luke and Larry talk about the Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Summer Show happening July 25th at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center, featuring major exhibitors and auctions. The segment highlights hunting opportunities and booking services through Dispatch Hunts. The hosts share a casual conversation over Agara Coffee, highlighting its unique cognitive benefits for outdoor enthusiasts. Featured Sponsors Mentioned Across Segments: Outdoor Gear & Firearms: Pyramid Air, CVA Muzzleloaders, Stealth Vision Optics. Hunting & Wildlife Management: Ultramatic Feeders, Choctaw Hunting Lodge, Dispatch Hunts. Lifestyle & Auto: Smokin Tex Electric Smokers, Platinum Cadillac Chevrolet, Dash for Cash Pawn Shop, Agara Coffee.

  2. Jul 18

    Busting Feral Hog Myths & Prepping for Early Deer Season, Bear Hunts & Buttermilk Soaked Pork

    Catfish Radio – July 17th Podcast Summary Host: Luke Clayton Guests: Larry Weishuhn & Jeff "Crypto Hulk" Stewart Show Highlights: Celebrating 20 years of Catfish Radio, preparing for the upcoming deer season, and sharing expert culinary tips for feral hog. Show Overview & Announcements 20-Year Anniversary: Luke Clayton and producer Dustin Vaughn Warncke kick off the episode by celebrating two decades of broadcasting Catfish Radio. Upcoming Outdoor Events: Larry Weishuhn breaks down his time at the Texas Wildlife Association convention and previews the upcoming DSC Summer Expo and Foundation Gala. Agara Coffee: Larry shares his latest obsession with Agara Coffee, joking that its special blend has been doing wonders for his memory and focus out in the field. Segment 1: Deer Season Prep & Crossbow Hunting Antler Biology: The hosts discuss the approaching deer season, noting that trail cameras show bucks currently in bachelor herds. They dive into the biology of antler growth and how rising testosterone levels cause bucks to shed—and often eat—their own velvet for energy conservation. Crossbow Mechanics: Luke highlights his positive experiences with his new 10-Point crossbow, noting how its advanced design takes the hassle out of cocking and decocking compared to older models. Black Bear Hunt: Larry reveals he is gearing up for a black bear hunt at the Choctaw Hunting Lodge, where he plans to put his 10-Point crossbow to the test. Season Kickoff: The team reminds listeners that early deer seasons are right around the corner, with South Carolina’s low country opening as early as August 15th. Segment 2: Feral Hog Management & Wild Game Cooking Hog Eradication Work: Jeff "Crypto Hulk" Stewart joins the program to share insights from his feral hog eradication efforts helping East Texas landowners protect their pastures and hay meadows. Select Table Fare: Jeff and Luke debunk myths about wild pork, explaining that it is naturally leaner, redder, and richer in flavor than store-bought pork due to their active lifestyle. They recommend targeting younger boars under 125 pounds or young gilts for optimal flavor. Dutch Oven Pulled Pork: Jeff walks through his preferred recipe: smoking cubed wild pork in beef broth inside a Dutch oven on a pellet grill using mesquite pellets, garlic, onion, and cilantro for perfect taco meat. Chili & Pork Schnitzel: The crew shares their favorite ways to stretch wild game, including smoked hog chili using Wicks Fowler mix, smoked hog shoulder rubbed in real butter, and a wild pork schnitzel tenderized using a lactic-acid-rich buttermilk soak before being fried in lard. Cookbook Resource: Jeff highlights his text, Texas Jack's Wild Game and Venison Cookbook, for listeners looking to expand their wild game kitchen repertoire. Featured Destinations & Sponsors Choctaw Hunting Lodge: Highlighted as a premier Southeast Oklahoma destination for trophy white-tailed deer, eastern turkey, and wild hog hunting. Sponsor Acknowledgments: Show notes credit Stealth Vision optics, CVA muzzleloaders and centerfire rifles, Pyramid Air, Dash for Cash Pawn Shop, Smokin Tex electric smokers, Ultramatic Feeders, and Platinum Cadillac/Chevrolet in Terrell, Texas.

  3. Jul 11

    Talking Classic Guns with Luke and Larry, Lake Fork Summer Catfish, Wild Game Recipes & Reeling In Summer Catfish

    Catfish Radio with Luke Clayton July 11, 2026 Segment 1: The TWA Convention & Classic Hunting Rifles Luke kicks things off with his good friend and wildlife legend, Larry Weishuhn. The two dive into some great hunting talk, starting with the 41st Texas Wildlife Association convention at the JW Marriott in San Antonio. Grand Auction Highlights: Up for grabs this year is a beautifully engraved 300 Savage Model 99 and Larry's iconic Brown Western hat (which once fetched $5,000 at auction!). Bidding is available via onlinehuntingauctions.com. Dusting Off the Classics: Luke and Larry reminisce about taking old rifles back into the woods. They discuss legendary firearms like the Winchester Model 94, Model 95, and Savage 99. Gunsmith Shoutout: A special mention goes to Mr. Chapman, a talented gunsmith in Buffalo, Texas, who revived an old 1957 Winchester Model 88 (.243) originally owned by Larry's father-in-law, Ed Potter. Segment 3: Precision Optics & More Classic Firearms Larry Weishuhn returns to talk about taking your shooting accuracy to the next level. Stealth Vision Optics: Larry highlights Stealth Vision scopes, developed by Dr. John McCall in Crockett, Texas. These optics feature robust 34mm tubes and a specialized green light anti-cant system that ensures you are perfectly leveled before you pull the trigger. Old Guns Continued: The nostalgia continues as Larry and Luke swap stories about the .405 Winchester (Teddy Roosevelt’s go-to), the versatile 7x57mm Mauser, and Dub Wallace’s classic .32-20. Segment 3: Reeling in Big Channel Cats at Lake Fork Luke shifts gears from the woods to the water, bringing on David Hanson, a veteran guide who has been fishing Lake Fork for over a quarter of a century. The Catch: David breaks down how to target chunky channel catfish. While average catches run 1.5 to 6 pounds, lucky anglers can reel in monsters up to 17 pounds. Current Tactics: The catfish are currently holding in 8 to 18 feet of water. David recommends getting out at daylight and waiting for them in shallower 8 to 10-foot baited holes. The Rig: Use a straight-down rig with 30-pound braid and a cheap, highly sensitive rod. Stick to a #6 treble hook—anything over a #4 is too big, and a smaller, cheaper hook will easily bend out if you get hung up on a log. 🔪 David's Catfish Fillet Pro-Tip: Channel catfish have a distinct yellow streak of fat running down their spine. You must trim this fat line out of the meat before cooking to ensure a clean, perfect flavor.   Segment 4: Luke's Camp Kitchen & Special Deals Nothing caps off a day of hunting or fishing quite like a great camp meal. Luke shares two of his favorite easy-to-make recipes for the outdoors. Luke's Camp Baked Beans Prep: Heat olive oil or bacon grease in a heavy cast-iron skillet. Sauté: Add one medium chopped onion, 2 seeded and chopped jalapeños, and 5 to 6 cloves of minced garlic. Cook until translucent. Combine: Pour in a cheap can of baked beans. Stir in dark brown sugar and your favorite BBQ sauce to taste. Simmer: Toss in sliced smoked venison or pork sausage links and let the whole skillet simmer for 20 minutes. Wild Venison Stir-Fry Marinate: Thinly slice venison ham steak or backstrap. Marinate it in a mix of soy sauce and Kikkoman stir-fry sauce for 24 hours. Cook: Fire up the skillet and stir-fry the meat with chopped broccoli, carrots, celery, and jalapeños. Serve: Toss in some peanuts or cashews for crunch, and serve hot over a bed of Jasmine rice.

  4. Jul 4

    A Fourth of July Campfire, Summer Slabs on Cooper, Topwater Bite on Texoma, and the Old Days of Deer Hunting

    SEGMENT 1:  Campfire Talk with Larry Weishuhn and Luke Clayton Luke and Larry gather around the virtual campfire to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday and the enduring value of conservation organizations like the Texas Wildlife Association and the Dallas Safari Club.  They reflect on recent outdoor activities, including a relaxing trip to a 25-acre private lake owned by the Cotton family in Kaufman County. Armed with light tackle and fly rods, the group enjoyed catching a plentiful haul of trophy sunfish and brim, which they later filleted with an electric knife and cooked for a traditional fish fry. The discussion also touches on local wildlife observations around the property, noting that trail cameras are capturing active fawns and bucks with rapidly developing antlers as the summer progresses. SEGMENT 2:  TONY PARKER TALKS ABOUT COOPER LAKE HYBRID STRIPERS Tony Parker joins the show to discuss the current state of fishing at Cooper Lake, specifically comparing today's conditions to the fishery from over a decade ago. He explains that while a severe drought and a subsequent winter shad kill years ago negatively impacted the hybrid striper population, the lake has bounced back remarkably well, with anglers now consistently catching their limits. Parker notes that the hybrids are currently biting best in the intense midday heat, and he is having great success using strictly artificial baits like slabs and soft plastics rather than live bait. He also shares a surprising recent anecdote about catching a six-and-a-half-pound full-blood striper on the lake—a species that has never been officially stocked in Cooper Lake—which he promptly turned into fresh fillets. SEGMENT 3:  CAPT. BILL CAREY with Striper Express Guide Service & LAKE TEXOMA STRIPERS Captain Bill Carey provides a detailed report on the summer striper fishing patterns on Lake Texoma. He highlights a highly active early morning topwater bite that usually begins around dawn and lasts for a solid hour and a half, heavily recommending Berkley "Chopo" baits or Whopper Ploppers to draw the fish to the surface along areas like Striper Alley. As the morning progresses and the topwater action cools off, Carey advises anglers to switch their tactics to dropping slabs for stripers that have moved to deeper water. He also shares promising data from recent net surveys, pointing out that over a quarter of the stripers in the lake are currently measuring twenty inches or larger, and reminds listeners that the generous 10 fish limit allows for two of those larger catches per person. SEGMENT 4: LUKE TALKS ABOUT OLD DAYS OF DEER HUNTING Taking advantage of some extra time at the end of the broadcast, Luke Clayton offers a solo reflection on the dramatic ways Texas deer hunting has evolved since his youth. He recounts fond memories of his very first deer camp experience at Crook's Camp in Red River County when he was just eleven years old in 1961. Clayton also shares a story from his twenties about a highly affordable three-day hunt in Llano County, where he successfully harvested a goat-horn spike from seventy-one yards using a classic Model 94 rifle. Contrasting the relative scarcity of deer during his childhood in Northeast Texas with the thriving populations seen today in places like Kaufman County, he concludes by urging the younger generation of hunters to slow down and appreciate the entirety of the hunting experience—especially small game hunting—rather than becoming singularly focused on trophy bucks. Learn more about the show at CatfishRadio.org and be sure to follow Luke Clayton on Facebook!

  5. Jun 27

    Celebrating Two Decades: Show Milestones, Outdoor Memories, Summer Scouting, Catfish Coubion, Pit-Cooked Pork, and Bison Burgers

    JUNE 27th, 2026 Show Segment 1: Catfish Coubion Recipe Host Luke Clayton kicks off the show by sharing a traditional wild game recipe and connecting with local Texas businesses. Discussion: Luke shares a detailed, step-by-step recipe for Catfish Coubion (court bouillon), a classic Cajun tomato-based fish soup. He recounts learning the dish 30 years ago from his friend Nate, owner of Nate's Seafood. The recipe utilizes prime blue catfish pieces cooked alongside the "Holy Trinity" of Cajun vegetables (onions, celery, and bell peppers), a quick 10-minute olive oil and flour roux, chicken or seafood stock, tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and Cajun seasoning. To keep the fish from breaking apart, it is added at the very end to gently poach off the heat for 15–20 minutes. It is served over white rice with file seasoning, a squeeze of lemon, and toasted garlic bread. Sponsors: CVA Muzzleloaders & Centerfire Rifles (cva.com) Dash for Cash Pawn Shop (Seagoville, TX) Segment 2: Outdoor Destination Spotlight This segment focuses on premier hunting locations and managing target species in the loaded game countries of the Ark-La-Tex and Oklahoma regions. Discussion: Luke highlights the Choctaw Hunting Lodge in Southeast Oklahoma as one of his favorite outdoor travel destinations. Located on thousands of acres of Choctaw tribal land, the lodge features premium facilities and offers highly productive trophy deer hunting, wild hog hunting, and exotic game packages. Luke notes that it stands out as one of the closest and most viable opportunities for Texas hunters looking to successfully harvest an Eastern turkey. Sponsors: Choctaw Hunting Lodge (choctawhuntinglodge.com) Segment 3: Campfire Talk & Anniversary Celebration Co-hosts Luke Clayton and Larry Weishuhn come together to look back on the history of the show and look forward to major regional conservation events. Discussion: Luke and Larry celebrate the 20th anniversary of Catfish Radio, laughing about their humble beginnings recording early "Campfire Talk" segments using an old desk telephone. Larry previews the upcoming Texas Wildlife Association (TWA) Convention at the JW Marriott in San Antonio, where he will be auctioning off a personal custom Western hat for wildlife conservation. They also discuss the upcoming Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Summer Expo and Foundation Gala in Grapevine, Texas, announcing that industry leader Steve Hornady of Hornady Ammunition will be receiving the prestigious DSC Foundation Legacy Award. Sponsors: Pyramid Air CVA Muzzleloaders & CVA Cascade Centerfire Rifles Smokin Tex Electric Smokers ATM Thermal Scopes & Monoculars The Choctaw Hunting Lodge Butcher Packer Supply The Dallas Safari Club (biggame.org) Saskatchewan Department of Tourism Hornady Ammunition Stealth Vision Taurus Segment 4: Upcoming Hunts & Wild Game Cooking Plans The final segment covers technical hunting strategies, game management, and details for a major upcoming wild game dinner. Discussion: Luke and Larry share plans for a summer scouting trip on the Oklahoma side of Lake Texoma to prepare for the upcoming deer season. Luke details his preparation strategy for a special Dallas Safari Club event on September 17th at the DSC headquarters, where he will be pit-cooking chopped wild pork (blended with domestic pork shoulders for optimal fat content and seasoned with fresh garlic, jalapeños, and brown sugar) alongside Steve Hornady’s bison burgers. Finally, Luke highlights a highly effective bowhunting strategy: using an airboat with guide JC McCullah to traverse the rocky shallow stretches of the Red River, allowing hunters to access remote, undisturbed state lands holding trophy white-tailed deer. Sponsors: Stealth Vision Optics (stealthvision.com) Ultramatic Feeders (ultramaticfeeders.com) Smokin Tex Electric Smokers (smokingtex.com) Green Lending (greenlending.com)

  6. Jun 20

    Beating the Heat: Soft-Bite Crappie Tactics, Premium Optics Talk, and Summer Fishing Patterns

    Catfish Radio Show Notes – June 20 Segment 1: High-Quality Optics & Upcoming Conservation Events Luke Clayton and Larry Weishuhn kick off the hour talking about the value of investing in high-quality glass for your rifles. Scope Investments: Larry emphasizes that spending a bit more on a premium scope—such as those produced by Stealth Vision—is a worthwhile investment for long-term accuracy and durability in the field. Sighting In & Practice: The guys discuss the benefits of custom turret systems and long-range shooting, sharing stories from dialing in their rifles at the range. Summer Conventions: Mark your calendars for upcoming events, including the Texas Wildlife Association convention and the DSC Summer Show happening July 23rd through the 26th at the Gaylord Texan. Segment 2: A Virginia Outdoor Getaway with Samuel Old Samuel Old joins the show to share details about his newly renovated outdoor retreat in Virginia. Craig Creek Shady Rest: Samuel details this beautiful, over-100-year-old property that was formerly a boys' camp, located right on the banks of Craig Creek. Activities: The property is a wildlife lover's paradise where guests can cast a line directly off the back deck, hike, and view abundant wildlife, including deer, bear, and turkeys. Booking: Listeners can find more information, see pictures of the remodel, and reach out to book a stay via the "Craig Creek Shady Rest" Facebook page. Segment 3: Summer Crappie Fishing Tactics with Chris Webb Guide Chris Webb stops by to talk about beating the heat and catching crappie on Cedar Creek Lake. Detecting the Bite: Chris explains that summer crappie often have a very soft bite, making it crucial to feel for the rod "loading up" rather than waiting for a hard, aggressive tug. Summer Patterns: The key to success is adjusting to the time of day; Chris recommends targeting brush piles and laydowns in 10 to 12 feet of water during the cooler mornings, then moving out to the 15 to 20-foot range as the sun gets high. Bait & Technique: Using live minnows with a slow, steady, and smooth presentation is the absolute best ticket for getting these lethargic summer fish to commit. Segment 4: Crossbow Hunting Prep with Larry Weishuhn Larry returns to close out the show, and the conversation shifts to the growing popularity and utility of crossbows. Ease of Use: Larry shares his experiences shooting a 10-Point crossbow, noting how modern features like the slide cocking mechanism make them highly accessible and fun for hunters of all ages. Sighting In: The guys discuss the process of dialing in a crossbow, with Larry explaining how he zeroes in dead-on at 20 yards before stepping back to practice his groups at 30 and 40 yards. Fall Prep: They wrap up the hour by looking ahead to upcoming fall hunts, including planned trips to Oklahoma and the Choctaw Nation where their crossbows will definitely be put to good use.

  7. Jun 13

    Arctic Ice to Airboats: Hunting Extreme Environments, Crossbow Bears, Red River Cats, and Ice Field Predators

    Catfish Radio Show Notes – June 13 Segment 1: Fall Hunt Prep & Red River Airboats Larry Weishuhn and Luke Clayton kick off the show catching up on recent trips and looking ahead to the fall hunting season. Airboat Catfishing: The guys talk about the unique experience of fishing the Red River above Texoma with guide JC McCullough, who uses an airboat to navigate the skinny water and access remote catfish holes. Crossbows & Bear Hunts: Larry shares his excitement for an upcoming October black bear hunt at the Choctaw Hunting Lodge, noting that he'll be taking his 10-Point crossbow. Camp Setups & Expos: They share quick camping tips, like using Coleman instant tents to get set up in minutes, and remind listeners to check out the upcoming DSC Summer Expo at the Gaylord Texan. Segment 2: High-Fence Deer Management Challenges Larry and Luke dive into the biological realities of managing deer populations on high-fence ranches in North Texas counties like Grayson, Collin, Rockwall, and Dallas. Population Explosions: Larry explains that in confined, high-nutrition environments, whitetail reproductive rates skyrocket, which can quickly lead to overpopulation and total habitat destruction if left unchecked. The Bow-Only Dilemma: While bow hunting is highly effective, Larry points out that "bow-only" regulations inside high fences make it nearly impossible for landowners to remove the sheer number of does and bucks required by biologists to maintain a healthy ecosystem. Conservation First: Though this specific regulation issue only affects a small number of properties, they emphasize that giving landowners the option to use firearms is a necessary tool for responsible habitat conservation. Segment 3: The Reality of Arctic Polar Bear Hunts Guide and world-traveling hunter Matt Burgess joins the show to share the grueling, awe-inspiring details of hunting polar bears on the ice alongside the Inuit people. Conservation & Economics: Matt discusses the unintended consequences of the Marine Mammal Act; while polar bear populations have actually increased to around 28,000, preventing US hunters from bringing hides home has severely hurt the economies of local Inuit communities. The Journey: This isn't a typical hunt—Matt describes the punishing 150-mile journey from the village on snowmobiles, navigating through massive, exploded ice fields that resemble frozen minefields. Finding the Bears: To locate these giant predators, hunters must push to the open water areas where the bears actively hunt their primary food source, the ring seal. Segment 4: Surviving the Ice and Harvesting a Giant Matt wraps up his incredible Arctic story, detailing the intense conditions of camping on the frozen ocean and taking down one of the world's largest predators. Ice Camp Tactics: Matt describes setting up basecamps right on the ice with heavy-duty tents and generators, and he shares how polar bears hunt by literally pouncing through the ice to crush ring seal dens. Inuit Marksmanship: Despite these boars weighing up to 1,000 pounds and standing 10 feet tall, Matt shares the fascinating fact that local Inuit hunters often rely on smaller calibers (like .243s), using their incredible marksmanship to drop the bears quickly. The Experience: Even without being able to bring the hide back to the states, Matt emphasizes that participating in this generational, traditional hunt in the planet's harshest conditions is one of the greatest privileges a hunter can experience.

  8. Jun 6

    Catching & Cooking Blue Cats, Summertime Crappie, and Roe Deer Hunting in Europe

    CATFISH RADIO June 6th Edition Segment 1: European Hunting & Upcoming Fall Plans Larry Weishuhn introduces the long-running show, giving a quick shoutout to Dustin Vaughn Warncke as the show's producer. Larry shares the details of a recent European hunting adventure, a trip donated by Scandinavian Pro Hunters and bought by Mark and Carol Little at a Dallas Safari Club Foundation gala. During the trip, Larry successfully hunted roe deer in Sweden from a "hochsitz" and in Poland utilizing a thermal drone for recovery, before finishing up with trout fishing in Scotland. The conversation shifts to an upcoming fall archery hunt for big river bucks in Oklahoma with guide J.C. McCollough, where they plan to use an airboat to access government land. The segment also highlights Stealth Vision scopes, specifically noting their 34-millimeter tubes developed by Dr. John McCall. Segment 2: Red River Catfishing with J.C. McCollough Guest J.C. McCollough joins the show to share his expertise on fishing for blue catfish on the Red River, right below the Denison Dam. Because the riverbed is made of solid rock with large boulders, J.C. recommends free-lining live shad with a slack line rather than using heavy weights to prevent snagging. J.C. relies on his airboat to navigate the shallow, rocky waters and reach untouched fishing spots that standard boats cannot access. He also shares a bit of his personal history, recounting his days growing up by the river, trapping minnows, and guiding duck hunts. Segment 3: Cedar Creek Crappie Fishing Tips Guide Chris Webb provides actionable advice for catching summertime crappie on Cedar Creek Lake. He targets the fish on brush piles in 15 to 20 feet of water, using live minnows on size 2 or 3 gold Aberdeen hooks. Chris emphasizes that the summer bite is incredibly soft, often feeling just like a "light push" on the line. To counter this, he uses a "dead sticking" method, slowly raising the rod tip rather than yanking hard, and uses a Spot-Lock trolling motor to stay perfectly positioned over the brush. Segment 4: Cooking Catfish with Jeff Rice Guest Jeff Rice breaks down his favorite methods for preparing the day's catch, focusing on skillet-frying, baking, and smoking. He shares a savory skillet-fried catfish recipe that utilizes butter, garlic, sweet basil, and a touch of lemon juice. Jeff also details a technique for blackening catfish by searing the fillets in heavy foil with butter and blackening seasoning. The segment wraps up with his recipe for a Cajun Courtbouillon (or "Cubion"), a hearty stew made with celery, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and catfish fillets.

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Luke Clayton has been an outdoors writer for almost four decades and his byline appears in many different outdoor publications. Luke also pens a weekly outdoors column that runs in 41 Texas newspapers. For the past 20 years, Luke has hosted his radio show, CATFISH RADIO with Luke Clayton and friends which currently airs on 37 terrestrial radio stations and now as a weekly podcast right here on your favorite podcast app! Larry Weishuhn, aka “Mr. Whitetail” has shared a segment of the show with Luke since shortly after the show first aired. Topics are varied each week with four guests talking about everything from catching stripers at Lake Texoma on the Texas/Oklahoma border to hunting wild hogs to shooting and hunting with big-bore airguns. So each week, it’s a good bet Luke and his guest will hit on your favorite topic or discuss something you will be interested in. Luke frequently wraps up the show with “A visit with Luke” where he gives an account of a recent outdoor adventure. There’s always a bit of outdoor cooking talk in every show. Luke has enjoyed camp cooking and especially using his Dutch Kettles outside over embers from a campfire for most of his adult life. For several years, Luke wrote an outdoor cooking column for a major Texas newspaper and he weaves outdoor recipes into many of his newspaper columns as well as here on his podcast. So, settle back, turn the volume up, and see where Luke and his guests take you this week. A new radio show airs each week and the current show will be hosted right here. Be sure to check out CatfishRadio.org and our show As Sportsman's Life on Carbon TV 

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