Tailgate Talk

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. https://open.spotify.com/show/1dJcnPjuuuvyxy2LjuGzjC

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!

Summary In this episode of Tailgate Talk, 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.

This week Wags and Tasker are joined by Holt Watson - a NW Wisconsin guy that's giving us a masterclass in hunting whitetails. We wrap the show by talking about the balance of a busy life and still showing up for your family, while chasing our passions. This one, was a GOOD one. To find Holt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holterdice22/ Merry Christmas to all... and to all a good night!

Chilly Morning in the studio this morning after a few nice days and Wags and Tasker jump into a few recent stories and headlines that relate to the Wolves being delisted (are we going to finally be able to get a wolf season again in WI) and the big waves that KUIU is making in the national headlines with the "Anti-Hunter" (allegedly) new owners bringing a case against public waterway users. Like, subscribe, and leave us a review! Anywhere you find podcasts!

This week, Wags & Tasker are joined for their first guest in the new era with a GOOD one! Chris Hamm from HHA Sports and HHA USA drops in to talk about the magical buck he harvested, the NEW HHA Sports XV3 sight that drops TODAY, and how the year panned out with HHA USA, the non profit helping veterans and first responders get into archery and fellowship. For more on any of these topics, find them below: www.hhasports.com the new XV3 Sight: https://www.hhasports.com/products/nytrx-pro-bridgelock-mount/ HHA USA - www.hhausa.org and keep tabs on their site for the release of the schedule for next years events!

This Week - Wags and Tasker jump in and chat Gun Deer Season numbers. The clickbait is that the numbers are DOWN... but how much? Maybe there's a reason for it. We also go down the rabbit hole of some other recent stories, catch up about the winter wonderland in Wisconsin - and a few teasers for what's to come!

This Week - Wags and Tasker get together mid-gun season and chat about how the Northwoods treated Tasker (not good, spoiler), what's been happening at the Wagner Ranch, and a plan for the rest of the season. Then - a little wild game spin on Thanksgiving dishes and whether or not we'd go for it or not! Sorry for the audio quality on this one - still working through some production things on our end!

EP202 - This week the guys get together and talk about annual traditions with the Gun Deer Season. Take a stroll down memory lane to hear about a few annual traditions and some highlights from years ago. Wrap up the show with a quick dive into the Crane Legislation that was brought forward this week in Madison, WI.

We're really sorry for the delay... but we're back in action today to give a rundown on the past month of everything going on. Wags and Tasker are jumping in head first and the NEW era of Tailgate Talk is live for your listening fun! Follow us at @wiscobowhunting and @pwags_1967 for more!

THE BIG 200 SHOW! Wags and Tasker take a walk down memory lane to revisit all of the cool experiences and people that we’ve met over the years of doing this crazy show. It’s been a hell of a ride and we don’t know what is in store for the future… but we’ll have some updates soon.

Erik Tasker provides an update on the state of Tailgate Talk.

The guys get together and talk about a few changes with harvesting does and what some new studies show for when and what happens to the fawns. We also might be seeing RED HOT out at the Wagner ranch to help with Squirrel duty. Episode 199 is in the books!

This week… the curse for Tasker has finally been broken. A Giant Doe harvest on his third sit… AND Anew shotgun from the Gun Raffle? Things are looking up for the guys as we talk about some stands that needed to be moved at the wagner ranch, the chaos of the first harvest for the crew this season – and what’s to come!

The fellas recap the opening week of what was a HOT and BUGGY Bow Opener. Some close calls and some brutal heat make for some real fun conversation. PLUS – The WI DNR is contemplating a change to the rule on WHITE deer in a handful of counties…. Interesting! (September 20th Episode)

Excitement is high for the crew this week as we make the final preps leading into Wisconsin Bow Opener. Tune in this week to hear what last minute changes and work that has to be done yet - and the fellas outlook on what’s to come. Here we go! Bow Season 2025! (September 6th, 2025 Episode)

The guys get together and talk about a significant mismanagement of funds by the Wisconsin DNR. Final prep is coming together and Wags had TWO special guests at the Ballpark this past week. (August 30th, 2025 Episode)

This week Tasker & Wags are joined by Customer Experience Manager (and Mr. Do It All) Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics. We got a chance to hear about a new product launch on August 7th and got the inside track on the R&D, features, benefits and everything you need to know about the new Laser Range Finder & Bino – The Ranger HD 3000! https://vortexoptics.com/ranger-hd-3000-laser-rangefinding-binocular.html Check out the Vortex Nation Podcast to hear more insights from Mark and his team + Guests wherever you listen to Podcasts. Find more information and follow Vortex Optics for all the latest in updated, products, and information. www.vortexoptics.com https://www.youtube.com/c/VortexNationPodcast https://www.instagram.com/vortexoptics/ https://www.facebook.com/vortexoptics