This week we jump into a variety of topics with former Milwaukee Wave Captain and all time leading scorer - Michael King. We talk balancing professional athlete life with enjoying the outdoors and how after his professional career, he continues to give back with his mentorship program for youth both with soccer / athletics and the outdoors.

This was a fun one!

In this episode, Erik Tasker and Paul Wagner discuss various topics ranging from the perception of time, customer service experiences with Vortex Optics, and personal anecdotes related to outdoor gear and archery. They emphasize the importance of good customer service and share their own stories of positive interactions with brands, particularly in the outdoor industry. The conversation also touches on the significance of archery and hunting in their lives, highlighting the emotional connections and memories associated with these activities.

In this inaugural episode of the Flippin' Sticks and Throwin' Lead podcast, hosts Erik Tasker and Paul Wagner introduce their new venture, sharing their backgrounds in hunting and outdoor activities. They discuss the evolution of their podcast, the realities of hunting culture, and their excitement for the upcoming turkey season. The conversation also delves into brand loyalty in hunting gear, the challenges of filming hunts, and their future plans for the podcast, including sponsorships and collaborations.

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Tasker - @wiscobowhunting (tiktok, insta, facebook) & @back40stories on instagram and Back 40 Media LLC on Facebook

Wags - @pwag_1967 on Instagram

After years of covering hunting, fishing, and life outdoors, this show is evolving into something new. Same passion. Same roots. A fresh format and a new name built around deeper stories and the community behind them. Thank you for being part of Tailgate Talk. Make sure you’re subscribed to the new show so you don’t miss what’s next. Grab the new feed below and subscribe to the show. I'm in the midst of uploading all old shows to the new feed, but it's time consuming and we should be all up to date by Monday or tuesday next week.

This Week... Tasker & Wags jump in and talk a few different topics... Sturgeon Fishing, the INSANE COLD, and we might need a toe warmer sponsor after this one... Want to be a guest on our show?! DM me on Instagram; @wiscobowhunting and we'll get it set up!

After a little break - Wags and Tasker are back in the studio to recap the trip to Indy and their first experience at the ATA Show. The Archery Trade Association hosts their annual event where product releases and manufacturers come together to show off whats new this year!

Tasker jumps in quick for a brief episode and update this week. Back next week with a monster episode from the entire ATA show - one we wont forget!

Host Erik Tasker and his family discuss their passion for hunting, particularly waterfowl hunting. They share personal stories, insights on the differences between deer and duck hunting, and the importance of scouting and preparation. The conversation highlights the joy of hunting with family, the role of hunting dogs, and reflections on the past season while looking forward to future adventures.