Speak the Language Podcast

Understanding the Lower Mississippi River- Drew Smith

Jordan interviews, Drew Smith, who is a hydrologist & Deputy Chief, Watershed Division at the Corps of Engineers. There are some many questions, misconceptions, and down-right good information to have when it comes to the big river. Join us for this episode as we bust some myths, learn a lot, and discover once again why the Mississippi River is such a special place. Check it out! 

Can You Afford To Buy Hunting Land?

Jamey Nicholas is the Market President at Southern Ag Credit, which is a Mississippi locally owned cooperative lender that specializes specifically in helping people buy land out in the country, such as hunting land, timber land, agricultural land, farms, and country homes. In this episode we dive into the topic of buying land- common misconceptions about who can afford to buy land, the process a buyer goes through, getting pre-approved, surveys, appraisals, interest rates, and just the many things that can help anyone and everyone be more prepared when they start looking to find a place to call their own. Check it out!

 

To learn more about Southern Ag Credit click here:

https://southernagcredit.com/ 

Doves & New Archery Preparations

We are under the two week marker from the official fall hunting season kickoff here at home- dove season opener. Have you ever thought beyond the socializing, cookouts, and college football watching parts of dove season and actually thought about some strategy behind it? I mean, we can all agree that no one wants to be the person at the dove hunt that can't hit anything. There actually is a little strategy that can be put to use. We also talk about Mine and Jordan's upcoming black bear hunt in North Arkansas and how it's causing us to do something new within our archery preparation regime. Check it out!

Food Plottin' & Albino Deer

In this weeks episode you can expect: 

-News updates about new CWD zones in Mississippi

- A Tragic Hunting Accident in South Africa

- Food plot planning and preparations

-Jordan's unexpected run-in with an albino deer fawn 

Check it out 

Steward Link- How To Make Wildlife Conservation Work For You

Nick Thomas is the founder of Steward Link, an organization that makes it simple and affordable for landowners to implement high-impact conservation practices that protect and enhance our natural resources for future generations. Check it out! 

Fall Land Preparations, Big Bucks, & Habitat Wins in Mississippi

As summer winds down, it's go-time for fall food plots and whitetail preparation. In this episode, we dive deep into land management strategies, habitat improvement, and wildlife conservation—Mississippi style. Jordan is gearing up for a busy planting season and shares updates on water conditions in the South Delta, food plot planning, and what’s the forecast for fall.

We also explore “undesirable” plants like coffeeweed, reflect on the rising interest in African hunting experiences, and break down what makes those international trips more attainable than most people think.

Then, it’s all about whitetail predictions: Hear Jordan Blissett’s outlook for this year’s deer season across Mississippi, fueled by a wet spring and lush native vegetation. Discover why central Mississippi is becoming a sleeper region for mature bucks, and how local landowners are maximizing their acreage for big deer—and even bigger results.

Whether you're a habitat manager, landowner, or die-hard deer hunter, you’ll find valuable insight on:

• Food plot timing and strategy

• Habitat benefits of prescribed burning

• Antler growth trends after drought recovery

• The evolving mindset around age structure and deer quality

• How small tracts can produce giant bucks with the right approach

Plus, we chat about the Dallas Safari Club Expo, wildlife auction shocks (yes, a $120K donation!), and tips for improving your hunting land without breaking the bank.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Fall food plot planning

• African hunting trips

• Dallas Safari Club experience

• Mississippi deer season forecast

• Land value trends in Rankin & Scott County

• DIY habitat improvements

👉 Don’t miss the next episode, featuring a special guest who breaks down budget-friendly habitat improvements every landowner should know.

Deer Management, Free of Charge- w/ Pierce Young

Pierce Young is a private lands wildlife biologist with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks. In this episode he and Jordan discuss the wide spectrum of wildlife management services that are offered to Mississippi residents by MDWFP- particularly whitetail deer related in this conversation. If you own land or are considering buying land in the future, this episode will be of great value to you. 

Summer Heat, Land Management Standards, & Deer preparations

We recorded this episode inside for the sake of saving ourselves from the broiling heat taking place in Mississippi right now. FYI, you know it's bad when we are celebrating temps in the high 80s. But anyway, this episode we talk about if the standard we as hunting community has set for ourselves in terms of land management, finding quail in quail friendly and non-friendly places, planning safaris for next year and more. Check it out! 

Jordan's Life Story, Sort of

Everyone has a story. While some have similarities, none are the same. Jordan's life story is one of unique circumstances, high hopes, and the willingness to chase a dream even if everyone else thinks that it's crazy. Check it out! 

Lake's Life Story, Kind of

Jordan decides to interview Lake to get his story of how he ended up working in the hunting and outdoor space. It's one of the most common questions asked, so maybe this story will help guide a listener if they are interested in that career path themselves. Check it out!