The Doug Pike Show
"The Doug Pike Show" airs Saturdays from 7a-10a & Sundays from 8a-10a on SportsTalk790 (790 AM and 93.7-2 HD) and you can stream the show at sports790.com and on the free iHeartRadio app. More than a half million Houstonians fish and hunt, and as many or more enjoy other pastimes in the great outdoors like camping or sailing, birding or backpacking, kayaking or hiking. Doug Pike shares their passions for the outdoors and has done so since he grew up here in Houston.
When These Birds Are Gonna Come Down with David Pruett, Owner of Riceland Waterfowl Club
Originally aired on November 2nd, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with David Pruett, for your listening pleasure.
Free Admission to TX State Parks Today!!
Originally aired on November 2nd, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks to David Pruett, owner of Riceland Waterfowl Club, to see when migratory birds will fly down to Texas now that it's open season for many of them. Doug also talks about how much he doesn't like flashlights, and much more.
Opening Day of Deer Season!
Originally aired on November 1st, 2025. On this episode, Doug takes in the excitement of the hunting season, and talks all things deer and waterfowl.
Waterfowl Hunting Next Week with David Pruett, Owner of Riceland Waterfowl Club
Originally aired on October 26th, 2025. Doug's insightfu interview with David Pruett, for your listening pleasure.
Watch for Falling Birds, Especially If You're Shooting Them!
Originally aired on October 26th, 2025. On this episode, Doug speaks to David Pruett, owner of Riceland Waterfowl Club, about next week's hunting season. He also recognizes many of our game wardens for their response to the Kerr County flooding earlier this year, and much more.
Putters and How to Use Them with Tommy O'Brien, PGA Teaching Pro from Black Hawk Country Club
Originally aired on October 25th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Tommy O'Brien, for your listening pleasure.
Wind and Rain and Thunder and Lightning
Originally aired on October 25th, 2025. On this episode, Doug looks forward to hunting season next week, and addresses how to work with digital licenses. He also interviews Tommy O'Brien, PGA teaching pro from Black Hawk Country Club, about putters and how/when to use them. Doug also talks about using public land for your outdoors activities, the Bank of Utah golf championship, and much more.
I Don't Think We Can Make a Hog Purse Look Good
Originally aired on October 19th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about good things to bring with you to the hunting blind, outdoor gift ideas for your kids and grandkids, and much more.
Talking State Parks
Originally aired on October 18th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about catching redfish, the affordability of the outdoors for younger folks, and much more.
Who Have You Met That's Famous?
Originally aired on October 12th, 2025. On this episode, Doug takes listener's calls about meeting famous people. He also talks about golf instruction for teenagers, and much more.
My Gut Tells Me He Can't Build a Raft
Originally aired on October 11th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about the upcoming flounder closure, duck decoys, and much more.
This Bright Moon Is Bringing the Ducks Down Here
Originally aired on October 5th, 2025. On this episode, Doug answers a listener's call about what a first time outdoors experience should look like for a beginner. He also talks about hunting pranks, the Sanderson Farms Championship, and much more.
Hunting, Fishing, and Exploring on E-bikes with Wayne Arrington, President of Arride Bikes
Originally aired on October 4th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Wayne Arrington, for your listening pleasure.
Bow Hunting Season Continues
Originally aired on October 4th, 2025. On this episode, Doug interviews Wayne Arrington, President of Arride Bikes, to discuss how incredible an e-bike can be for your outdoors experience. Doug also talks about Washington DC challenging a gun-related state law in Hawaii, and much more.
The Ryder Cup's Relevance with Art Stricklin, Golf Travel Expert and Guide
Originally aired on September 28th, 2025. Doug's reflective interview with Art Stricklin, for your listening pleasure.
A Great Autumn Day for the Outdoors
Originally aired on September 28th, 2025. On this episode, Doug speaks to golf travel expert and guide Art Stricklin about the continung Ryder Cup, takes caller questions about places to fish this time of year, and much.
The Ryder Cup Continues with Top Golf Instructor Tommy O'Brien
Originally aired on September 27th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Tommy O'Brien, for your listening pleasure.
The Ryder Cup Report with Art Stricklin, Golf Travel Expert and Guide
Originally aired on September 27th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Art Stricklin, for your listening pleasure.
National Hunting and Fishing Day Today!
Originally aired on September 27th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks to Art Stricklin, golf travel expert and guide, in addition to top golf instructor Tommy O'Brien, about the ongoing Ryder Cup this Saturday morning. In addition, Doug talks about how experiencing the outdoors as a kid can prove helpful for later in life, and much more.
Catching Tarpon with Captain James Plaag
Originally aired on September 21st, 2025. Doug's informative interview with James Plaag, for your listening pleasure.
What a Great State We Have!
Originally aired on September 21st, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about Vibrio infections, and what to do if it happens to you. He also speaks to Captain James Plaag about catching tarpon, and much more.
Talking Texas Teams with Chris Hodge from Sports Investors Daily
Originally aired on September 20th, 2025. Doug's hilarious interview with Chris Hodge, for your listening pleasure.
Golf Instruction with Tommy O'Brien, Recently Named In Best Teachers List by Golf Digest
Originally aired on September 20th, 2025. Doug's inspiring interview with Tommy O'Brien, for your listening pleasure.
Talking Teal with David Pruett, Owner of Riceland Waterfowl Club
Originally aired on September 20th, 2025. Doug's exciting interview with David Pruett, for your listening pleasure.
Hooks That Are Barbless, and Snakes That Are Harmless
Originally aired on September 20th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about teal season starting today, and interviews David Pruett from Riceland Waterfowl Club, Tommy O'Brien who was just named as one of the best golf teachers in Texas by Golf Digest, and Chris Hodge from Sports Investors Daily. Doug also discusses bass fishing, coastal fishing, and much more.
On the Run from Killer Bees with Captain Scott Null, Expert Fishing Guide
Originally aired on September 14th, 2025. Doug's exhilarating interview with Captain Scott Null, for your listening pleasure.
Angry Bees and Maps That Are Keys
Originally aired on September 14th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks with listeners about Africanized honey bees, including Captain Scott Null, who recently had a run-in with some very angry ones. In addition, Doug discusses the importance of having physical key maps when you aren't able to access the Internet, looks at yesterday's Procore Championship, and much more.
A Fisher's Life with Ann Thomasson-Wilson, Two-Time Bass Fishing World Champion
Originally aired on September 13th, 2025. Doug's entertaining interview with Ann Thomasson-Wilson, for your listening pleasure.
Sports Betting and What to Know with Chris Hodge from TakingVegas.com
Originally aired on September 13th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Chris Hodge, for your listening pleasure.
Do I Hunt, Or Do I Fish?
Originally aired on September 13th, 2025. On this episode, Doug recounts his recent vacation, interviews Chris Hodge from TakingVegas.com and Sports Investors Daily, as well as Ann Thomasson-Wilson, two-time bass fishing World Champion, owner of Ann's Tackle Shop, and an inductee into the 2025 Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame.
Best Rigs to Catch the Best Fish with Captain Sharky Marquez, Founder of Out Cast Fishin Charters (Replayed September 7, 2025)
Replayed on September 7th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Michael "Sharky" Marquez, for your listening pleasure.
Unless You're at the Ballet, Go Ahead and Take Your Pants Off (Best Of Episode)
This "best of" aired on September 7th, 2025.
Why You're Missing Doves with Jerry Tkac, Owner of The Shooter's Corner (Replayed September 6, 2025)
Replayed on September 6th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Jerry Tkac, for your listening pleasure.
Acclimating Your Hunting Dogs to the Heat (Best Of Episode)
This "best of" aired on September 6th, 2025.
Dove Season Starts Tomorrow!!
Originally aired on August 31st, 2025. On this episode, Doug looks forward to dove season, talking tips and tricks for you to have some great outings. He also speaks with callers about experiences where they forgot important things on their hunts like, I don't know, their guns? Is it important to bring those?
The Aramco Houston Championship with Rene Rangel, General Manager of Golfcrest Country Club
Originally aired on August 30th, 2025. Doug's exciting interview with Rene Rangel, for your listening pleasure.
Safety This Labor Day Weekend
Originally aired on August 30th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about the importance of gun safety as we go into the holiday weekend, and for dove season which is fast approaching. Doug also interviews Rene Rangel, General Manager of Golfcrest Country Club, about the Aramco Houston Championship.
Eight Days Away from Dove Season!
Originally aired on August 24th, 2025. On this episode, Doug talks about cormorants with callers, the TOUR Championship, and much more.
Birds of a Feather with David Pruett, Owner of Riceland Waterfowl Club
Originally aired on August 23rd, 2025. Doug's exciting interview with David Pruett, for your listening pleasure.
Measles and Mosquito Bites
Originally aired on August 23, 2025. On this episode, Doug speaks about digitally tagging deer, interviews David Pruett from Riceland Waterfowl Club, and much more.
