There’s something about hearing a turkey gobble through your earbuds while walking the dog. That’s the kind of field-ready feel Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is going for with their new podcast, Better Outside. And they’re not just talking the talk—they’re recording every episode outside, in the same wild places we chase deer, ducks, and hogs.
This isn’t your average studio show with ambient nature sounds piped in. It’s raw, it’s real, and for those of us who’d rather be in the brush than behind a desk, it’s worth a listen.
What Better Outside Brings to the Table
Each episode features voices you might already know—from biologists and game wardens to landowners and conservationists. But instead of buttoned-up interviews, these are open-air conversations that happen on-site. You’ll hear everything from the crunch of gravel under boots to the calls of sandhill cranes flying overhead.
That alone makes it more relatable. When you’re listening to someone talk about quail habitat while actually walking through one, it’s easier to understand the big picture. It’s the same principle behind scouting in person instead of just staring at a satellite map.
Here’s what else the podcast offers:
- Real-world insight: Whether it’s waterfowl migrations or managing mesquite, the info is based on what’s happening on Texas soil, right now.
- Voices from the field: Guests include folks who work the land or study the species we pursue—not social media influencers or armchair experts.
- Outdoor immersion: Recording outside gives it a natural feel. You’re not just learning—you’re transported.
It’s the kind of content that pairs well with a long drive to your lease or a quiet morning in the shop while working on your rifle.
Why It Matters to Hunters
Hunters know better than most that conservation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the backbone of what we do. Without healthy habitats and smart regulations, the whole system falls apart.
This podcast puts those conversations front and center. In one episode, you might learn how prescribed fire is bringing back bobwhite quail. In another, you could hear about new access points on public land or updates to game laws that affect the fall season.
That’s the kind of information that can shape how you hunt—not just where or when, but why.
For younger hunters or those just getting into it, Better Outside can help fill in the gaps. And for veterans, it’s a way to stay connected with the boots-on-the-ground side of wildlife management.
Where Hunterizer Fits In
If you’re already using Hunterizer, the tie-in is natural. Say you hear an episode about waterfowl habitat restoration along the Texas coast. With Hunterizer, you can quickly look up nearby public hunting areas, and integrate it into your hunting plans.
The podcast gives you the context. Hunterizer gives you the tools.
How to Listen
Better Outside is available on all major platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
They’ve launched with a handful of episodes, each clocking in under 30 minutes. That’s short enough to listen on the way to your stand or while checking feeders.
The TPWD communications team says they’ll keep the focus tight: conservation, access, wildlife biology, and the people doing the work. No fluff. Just solid conversations you’d expect to hear around a campfire—if the campfire had a good mic setup.
Final Thoughts
Hunters don’t always have time to sit down and read through management reports or newsletters. That’s where a podcast like Better Outside shines. It meets us where we already are—on the road, in the field, or winding down at home—and gives us something worth listening to.
It’s not about replacing time outside. It’s about using your time better when you can’t be out there.
For anyone who hunts Texas, cares about wildlife, or just wants to hear from people who get it, Better Outside is worth queuing up. Give it a listen between your next scouting run or during that mid-morning lull at camp.
