The Maggie Williams Podcast

On this week's episode, between her travels and hunting, Maggie sits down with family friends Bryhn and Clay Craft to discuss their recent accomplishments in the deer woods.  During the week of Halloween, Bryhn found success when hunting a Northern Missouri giant typical scoring 189", just days before his son, Clay, connected with his target buck in Kansas, entering the coveted 200" club with a nontypical he had on camera for years. Listen to this week's episode to hear the stories behind the two world-class whitetails and what approaches the two skilled hunters credit for their success.Bryhn Craft is a broker and owner at Midwest Land Group, a real estate firm specializing in recreational and hunting properties across 13 states. Originally from Jackson, Mississippi, Bryhn developed a deep connection to the outdoors early in life, starting to hunt at the age of eight. His passion for hunting and land led him to the Midwest, where he transitioned from recreational hunting into the business of land sales. Through Midwest Land Group, he helps clients buy and sell properties that align with their outdoor and hunting lifestyles. Bryhn Craft is well-regarded for his expertise in land management and has built a reputation for dedication and client-centered service. His personal interests focus on bowhunting whitetail deer, and he owns several hunting properties across the Midwest.  Beyond his brokerage work, he also has experience starring on multiple hunting television shows with his son Clay over the last 20 years, including Mossy Oak's Hunting the Country, Whitetail Properties TV, and Heartland Bowhunter, demonstrating his commitment to promoting and celebrating hunting culture. Find our guest Bryhn at: https://www.instagram.com/bryhncraft/Find our guest Clay at: https://www.instagram.com/claycrafty/Find our host Maggie at:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88VwThanks again to our commercial sponsors!If you need a knife that stays sharp when it matters, Outdoor Edge’s RazorSafe system is the perfect solution. With its easy-to-use, replaceable blades, you can keep a fresh, razor-sharp edge at all times. Head to OutdoorEdge.com and use code MAGGIE at checkout for 15% off your first order.Shop now: https://www.outdooredge.com/collections/huntingSponsored by Armando Fonticiella, a dedicated hunter and attorney serving Northeast Arkansas. Armando is committed to supporting hunters and preserving the resources we all treasure. Whether you’re in the field or need legal advice, The Fonticiella Law Firm is here to protect you and uphold our outdoor traditions. Learn more: https://www.fonticiellalaw.com/aboutOuterLimit Powersports: Located in Dyersburg, TN, OuterLimit Powersports is your go-to destination for all things off-road and outdoor adventure. An award-winning Can-Am dealership dedicated to equipping you with everything you need to conquer your outdoor adventures or agricultural needs. OuterLimit Powersports provides expert customer service, top-of-the-line equipment, and a wide variety of accessories to keep your adventures running smoothly. Visit OuterLimit Powersports and let the adventure begin! https://www.outerlimitpowersports.com/SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!God bless! See y'all here same time next week.

THIS WEEK'S GUEST: LACEY SNELL   Fair warning to my valued male listeners, unless you are planning to propose to your girlfriend, this podcast may not interest you. My apologies for straying from your trusted outdoor content! This moment was too special not to share. But trust we will be back to our regularly scheduled programming on the next episode. This week, Maggie and Lacey are podcasting on a road trip after a busy weekend in Alabama. In this episode of The Maggie Williams Podcast, we dive into an unforgettable "girls' weekend" at Pursell Farms. Join Maggie and Lacey as they recap all the fun activities, mishaps, and memorable moments that shaped their time together. Learn more about the duo's pivotal roles in pulling off the ultimate surprise: tricking Macy Watkins into arriving at her own engagement to Slade Johnston. From planning the perfect distractions and secretly preparing her for the day, to witnessing the heartfelt proposal, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories that you won’t want to miss. Tune in for all the details on this picture-perfect weekend and the special role our friendship played in making the engagement a reality!Watch Macy and Slade's beautiful engagement video by Tyler Sanders:https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBZghHgP6ZF/?igsh=MWR6ZjdzNmo0eGhoeA==Learn more about Pursell Farms: https://www.pursellfarms.com/Find our guest Lacey at:Instagram: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laceysnellofficialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Lacey-Snell/61551948503026/Find our host Maggie at:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88VwThanks again to our commercial sponsors!If you need a knife that stays sharp when it matters, Outdoor Edge’s RazorSafe system is the perfect solution. With its easy-to-use, replaceable blades, you can keep a fresh, razor-sharp edge at all times. Head to OutdoorEdge.com and use code MAGGIE at checkout for 15% off your first order.Shop now: https://www.outdooredge.com/collections/huntingSponsored by Armando Fonticiella, a dedicated hunter and attorney serving Northeast Arkansas. Armando is committed to supporting hunters and preserving the resources we all treasure. Whether you’re in the field or need legal advice, The Fonticiella Law Firm is here to protect you and uphold our outdoor traditions. Learn more: https://www.fonticiellalaw.com/aboutOuterLimit Powersports: Located in Dyersburg, TN, OuterLimit Powersports is your go-to destination for all things off-road and outdoor adventure. An award-winning Can-Am dealership dedicated to equipping you with everything you need to conquer your outdoor adventures or agricultural needs. OuterLimit Powersports provides expert customer service, top-of-the-line equipment, and a wide variety of accessories to keep your adventures running smoothly. Visit OuterLimit Powersports and let the adventure begin! https://www.outerlimitpowersports.com/SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

THIS WEEK'S GUEST: BROOK RICHARD This week, Maggie travels to see her friends at the Higdon Outdoors Headquarters in Paducah, Kentucky and welcomes Brook Richard to the show. As the Marketing Director at Higdon Outdoors, Brook plays a pivotal role in the world of waterfowl hunting. Brook Richard has made a name for himself as a highly-skilled competition duck caller, winning several prestigious titles, including being crowned Louisiana State Duck Calling Champion, as well as the World Team Live Duck Calling Champion. Today, Brook takes pride in judging calling contests and helping others in their duck-calling endeavors. Brook has judged World Speck, World Snow, World Duck, Sr. Worlds, Women's Worlds, Intermediate Worlds, Jr. Worlds, and countless state and regional duck calling contests. As a well-seasoned hunter himself, Brook is deeply involved with Ducks Unlimited Television, where he shares his passion for hunting and conservation. Whether he's traveling the country with the Higdon crew or working to innovate the latest waterfowl hunting gear, Brook’s contributions continue to shape the industry. Aside from his many esteemed accomplishments, those around Brook all agree that he is salt-of-the-earth and an even higher caliber of a human as he is a hunter.  If you ask Brook, he excitedly exclaims to all that his proudest accolades in life are being husband to Jennifer and dad to Hallie. In this episode, Brook talks about his journey with Higdon Outdoors and his most memorable moments in the field. As the episode continues, he dives into the importance of conserving habitats for future generations of hunters. This episode is a must-listen for all waterfowl hunters and outdoorsmen alike. Find our guest Brook at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookarichard/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookarichardFind our host Maggie at:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88VwThanks again to our commercial sponsors!If you need a knife that stays sharp when it matters, Outdoor Edge’s RazorSafe system is the perfect solution. With its easy-to-use, replaceable blades, you can keep a fresh, razor-sharp edge at all times. Head to OutdoorEdge.com and use code MAGGIE at checkout for 15% off your first order.Shop now: https://www.outdooredge.com/collections/huntingSponsored by Armando Fonticiella, a dedicated hunter and attorney serving Northeast Arkansas. Armando is committed to supporting hunters and preserving the resources we all treasure. Whether you’re in the field or need legal advice, The Fonticiella Law Firm is here to protect you and uphold our outdoor traditions. Learn more: https://www.fonticiellalaw.com/aboutOuterLimit Powersports: Located in Dyersburg, TN, OuterLimit Powersports is your go-to destination for all things off-road and outdoor adventure. An award-winning Can-Am dealership dedicated to equipping you with everything you need to conquer your outdoor adventures or agricultural needs. OuterLimit Powersports provides expert customer service, top-of-the-line equipment, and a wide variety of accessories to keep your adventures running smoothly. Visit OuterLimit Powersports and let the adventure begin! https://www.outerlimitpowersports.com/SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!God bless! See y'all here same time next week!

THIS WEEK'S GUEST: JENNIFER YARBROUGHThis week, Maggie travels to Kansas to sit down with Jennifer Yarbrough, an accomplished hunter and spearfisherwoman with an impressive track record in both freshwater and the woods. With a deep passion for conservation, Jennifer has spent years honing her skills, becoming a respected figure in the hunting and fishing communities.Beyond her accomplishments as a hunter, she’s a mentor to many aspiring outdoorswomen, organizing women’s archery events and encouraging ladies (and gentlemen!) everywhere to embrace the challenges and rewards that come with living an outdoor lifestyle.In this episode, Jennifer shares her journey in the outdoors, how to make lasting connections that evolve into genuine friendships, and how her marriage and motherhood have shaped her as an outdoors woman. She also dives into the importance of ethical practices in hunting and fishing and what message is most important for her to leave behind as a role model for the next generation. Jennifer’s favorite wild game recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-fEndboiIoFind our guest Jennifer at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenn_yarbrough_outdoors/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennyarbie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyarbroughoutdoors?lang=enFind our host Maggie at:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88VwThanks again to our commercial sponsors!If you need a knife that stays sharp when it matters, Outdoor Edge’s RazorSafe system is the perfect solution. With its easy-to-use, replaceable blades, you can keep a fresh, razor-sharp edge at all times. Head to OutdoorEdge.com and use code MAGGIE at checkout for 15% off your first order.Shop now: https://www.outdooredge.com/collections/huntingSponsored by Armando Fonticiella, a dedicated hunter and attorney serving Northeast Arkansas. Armando is committed to supporting hunters and preserving the resources we all treasure. Whether you’re in the field or need legal advice, The Fonticiella Law Firm is here to protect you and uphold our outdoor traditions. Learn more: https://www.fonticiellalaw.com/aboutOuterLimit Powersports: Located in Dyersburg, TN, OuterLimit Powersports is your go-to destination for all things off-road and outdoor adventure. An award-winning Can-Am dealership dedicated to equipping you with everything you need to conquer your outdoor adventures or agricultural needs. OuterLimit Powersports provides expert customer service, top of the line equipment, and a wide variety of accessories to keep your adventures running smoothly. Visit OuterLimit Powersports and let the adventure begin! https://www.outerlimitpowersports.com/SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliamspodcastshop.com/If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!God bless! See y'all here same time next week!