My full name is George Bowe Blitch, and let's face it...I've been a "Son of a Blitch" my entire life!
I'm a fifth generation Texan, living here with the love of my life, Meg Blitch, and our two amazing daughters. Most people know that I'm an energetic guy that enjoys being involved in a variety of projects. I figured this might be a good place to centralize and share them.
I've worked in a variety of professions over the years...I've been a Financial Advisor, Wildlife Manager, Rancher, Hunting Guide, Publisher (HYT Publishing), Writer, Editor, Multimedia Manager, Videographer, Photographer, Designer, Cartographer (with Map My Ranch), Professional Touring Musician, Teacher, Soccer Coach, and the Host of the "Son of a Blitch" Podcast.
My father and I co-own Blitch Associates, Inc., a financial advisory firm specializing in public finance in Houston, TX. I've entering my 21st year in the industry and I am blessed to work alongside my dad, everyday. I currently co-own Map My Ranch with one of best friends, Colin Williams. MMR is a mapping company specializing in producing custom printed aerial maps. While I still own and operate the publishing company, HYT Publishing, I paused on new projects for a handful of years, after the passing of my good friend and business partner, Harvey Arden - former National Geographic writer/editor of 23 years, and best selling author. I've had a few articles that were well received in the outdoor industry, which really furthered my desire for writing and producing books, again. I have one book that is gradually in the works right now about a famous Black Cowboy from Texas, by the name of Bob Lemmons (1848-1947). He was born into slavery, but later emerged as one of the most famous Black Cowboys of Texas, aka the "Most Original Mustanger" and "The Horse Whisperer," as he would single handedly round up countless Wild Mustangs in the Wild Horse Deserts of TX, before barbed wire spiderwebbed the lands. He is truly a Texas Legend. Our families would become close friends, ranching together and living side by side, in South texas. In the last decade of his life, as his eyesight continued to fail, Bob lived alongside our family, with a guide wire that was attached from my great grandparents house to a guest house our family built for him, so he could easily make his way over. He would spend countless hours retelling his legendary stories, and my family recorded and passed many of those down! I look forward to sharing these with everyone, soon. Click here to learn more about Bob Lemmons.
I'm a fifth generation Texan, living here with the love of my life, Meg Blitch, and our two amazing daughters. Most people know that I'm an energetic guy that enjoys being involved in a variety of projects. I figured this might be a good place to centralize and share them.
I've worked in a variety of professions over the years...I've been a Financial Advisor, Wildlife Manager, Rancher, Hunting Guide, Publisher (HYT Publishing), Writer, Editor, Multimedia Manager, Videographer, Photographer, Designer, Cartographer (with Map My Ranch), Professional Touring Musician, Teacher, Soccer Coach, and the Host of the "Son of a Blitch" Podcast.
My father and I co-own Blitch Associates, Inc., a financial advisory firm specializing in public finance in Houston, TX. I've entering my 21st year in the industry and I am blessed to work alongside my dad, everyday. I currently co-own Map My Ranch with one of best friends, Colin Williams. MMR is a mapping company specializing in producing custom printed aerial maps. While I still own and operate the publishing company, HYT Publishing, I paused on new projects for a handful of years, after the passing of my good friend and business partner, Harvey Arden - former National Geographic writer/editor of 23 years, and best selling author. I've had a few articles that were well received in the outdoor industry, which really furthered my desire for writing and producing books, again. I have one book that is gradually in the works right now about a famous Black Cowboy from Texas, by the name of Bob Lemmons (1848-1947). He was born into slavery, but later emerged as one of the most famous Black Cowboys of Texas, aka the "Most Original Mustanger" and "The Horse Whisperer," as he would single handedly round up countless Wild Mustangs in the Wild Horse Deserts of TX, before barbed wire spiderwebbed the lands. He is truly a Texas Legend. Our families would become close friends, ranching together and living side by side, in South texas. In the last decade of his life, as his eyesight continued to fail, Bob lived alongside our family, with a guide wire that was attached from my great grandparents house to a guest house our family built for him, so he could easily make his way over. He would spend countless hours retelling his legendary stories, and my family recorded and passed many of those down! I look forward to sharing these with everyone, soon. Click here to learn more about Bob Lemmons.
Son of a Blitch Podcast, Ep. 78 - w/ Don Bentley (Recorded Live)
(recorded live at Murder By The Book, Sept. 5th, 2004 during the "Capture or Kill" book tour)
This podcast was recorded during a live event at Murder By The Book, in Houston, TX with George Blitch and Don Bentley, on September 5th, 2024. George hosted the conversation and Audience Q&A during Bentley's Book Tour for his first novel in Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp series, "Capture or Kill".
Don Bentley is the New York Times bestselling author of multiple books in several series including the Matt Drake novels, the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan Jr. series, and now the Mitch Rapp series. Don is a former FBI Special Agent, SWAT team member, and Army Apache helicopter pilot. Learn more at DonBentleyBooks.com.
Don Bentley is the New York Times bestselling author of multiple books in several series including the Matt Drake novels, the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan Jr. series, and now the Mitch Rapp series. Don is a former FBI Special Agent, SWAT team member, and Army Apache helicopter pilot. Learn more at DonBentleyBooks.com.
Latest Article
"WHY ONE TEXAS RANCH KEEPS PRODUCING WILD MELANISTIC DEER"
first published by MeatEater
first published by MeatEater
George Blitch, with his second melanistic white-tailed deer
Click Here to read the original article, published on the MeatEater website...or click here for the extended version!
My interview with Jack Carr...
June 19, 2024 at Murder By The Book, in Houston, TX 6:30PM - LIVE DISCUSSION & PODCAST
This podcast was recorded during a live event at Murder By The Book, in Houston, TX with George Blitch and Jack Carr, on June 19, 2024. George hosted the conversation and Q&A during Jack Carr's Book Tour, discussing his latest novel in the James Reece Terminal List series, "Red Sky Mourning", and more. I had such a great time, and Jack seemed to as well:
"Being on Son of a Blitch Podcast is an absolute blast. George Blitch knows how to dig deep and keep the conversation real, making every minute count.“
-Jack Carr
Jack Carr is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and former Navy SEAL Sniper. He lives with his wife and three children in Park City, Utah. He is the author of The Terminal List, True Believer, Savage Son, The Devil's Hand, In the Blood, Only the Dead and Red Sky Mourning. His debut novel, The Terminal List, was adapted into the #1 Amazon Prime Video series starring Chris Pratt. He is also the host of the top-rated podcast Danger Close. Visit him at OfficialJackCarr.com and follow along on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @JackCarrUSA.
"Being on Son of a Blitch Podcast is an absolute blast. George Blitch knows how to dig deep and keep the conversation real, making every minute count.“
-Jack Carr
Jack Carr is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and former Navy SEAL Sniper. He lives with his wife and three children in Park City, Utah. He is the author of The Terminal List, True Believer, Savage Son, The Devil's Hand, In the Blood, Only the Dead and Red Sky Mourning. His debut novel, The Terminal List, was adapted into the #1 Amazon Prime Video series starring Chris Pratt. He is also the host of the top-rated podcast Danger Close. Visit him at OfficialJackCarr.com and follow along on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @JackCarrUSA.
Partnerships, Sponsors & Affiliates
I have had the honor of teaming up with some amazing companies and individuals throughout my time working in the Outdoor Industry, mainly through my Podcast, Map My Ranch and with my writing. I am a recent Field Team member with Moultrie Mobile & Primos. I have recently teamed up with PSE Archery, to test out their Mach 30 DS, as I begin my "Journey into Archery" series, to become a bow hunter. Hamskea Archery Solutions has provided me with the Everest rest and peep sight, Victory Archery has provided me with rip TKO arrows, and SKB Cases has provided me with the best bow case int he game! I have some other companies that I am teaming up with, and will share those soon on the Partnerships page.
A couple years ago, Map My Ranch teamed up with Doug Duren, to work on his "Sharing The Land" project. We produce the maps for the land owners that sign up with STL. We have also partnered with onX Maps, and each Custom Map client with MMR receives a free Elite Membership with the onX Hunt app.
I am also a Pro Team Program member with the MeatEater family of companies - First Lite, FHF Gear and Phelps Game Calls and have had the privilege of recording over a dozen podcasts with members of the MeatEater team, and frequent contributors. Check them out, here: "MeatEater ProFiles"
A couple years ago, Map My Ranch teamed up with Doug Duren, to work on his "Sharing The Land" project. We produce the maps for the land owners that sign up with STL. We have also partnered with onX Maps, and each Custom Map client with MMR receives a free Elite Membership with the onX Hunt app.
I am also a Pro Team Program member with the MeatEater family of companies - First Lite, FHF Gear and Phelps Game Calls and have had the privilege of recording over a dozen podcasts with members of the MeatEater team, and frequent contributors. Check them out, here: "MeatEater ProFiles"
"Son of a Blitch" podcast
In my early twenties, I would often travel around with my dear friend, former National Geographic writer and best selling author, Harvey Arden, interviewing Indigenous Elders, Leaders of the Native American Indian Community, and many other interesting people along the way. It was a fascinating time in my life. I always wanted to return to interviewing interesting people, recording their stories and podcasting turned out to be a perfect medium to do just that. The "Son of a Blitch" Podcast is now in its third year and I have had the chance to meet and interview some incredible people with a variety of backgrounds, interests, and talents. I have interviewed #1 New York Times Best Selling Authors, Television Show Hosts, Leaders in the Outdoor Industry, International Touring Musicians, James Beard Award-Winning Chefs, Photographers, Filmmakers, Navy SEALS, Green Berets, Veterans and related Veteran Organizations, a Master BladeSmith, a Federal Judge, Professional Athletes, Business Leaders, Inventors, Survival & Wilderness Experts, Gunsmiths, Long Range Shooting Instructors, Actors, Publishers, Inventors, Professional Athletes, Federal Judges, Cartel Fighting Game Wardens, other podcasters, and more! I hope you'll take a look on the podcast page, and scroll through the guests...I have a good feeling you might find something that interest you!
Please subscribe and follow the "Son of a Blitch" podcast wherever you tune in, to be notified when a new episode is announced. Rating and Reviewing the show on the podcast channels is also a huge help! And sharing an episode with a friend!
A special thank you to all my guests, and to every listener of the show. I greatly appreciate it!
Please subscribe and follow the "Son of a Blitch" podcast wherever you tune in, to be notified when a new episode is announced. Rating and Reviewing the show on the podcast channels is also a huge help! And sharing an episode with a friend!
A special thank you to all my guests, and to every listener of the show. I greatly appreciate it!
“You’ve asked me some fantastic questions! You obviously did your homework and asked me questions nobody else has and I think that is the value of your podcast – that people are getting information that they are not going to get anywhere else. So, thank you for that!”
~Brad Thor, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
~Brad Thor, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Son of a Blitch Podcast, Ep. 65 w/ Janis Putelis - MeatEater
Map My Ranch
One of my best friends, Colin Williams, is a GIS wizard. Almost 20 years ago, he had a (then) state of the art GPS unit that we brought out to my family ranch. We went to each deer blind, feeder, food plot, pond, etc., and we used our geotags to make a custom ranch map for the property. We started to show it to a few friends that also had property here in Texas. They all said the same thing, "You should map my ranch!" After we heard that a few times and made maps for their ranches, we decided we might have a fun side project on our hands. In 2008, we launched Map My Ranch, where we produce the highest quality printed maps available, using the most current aerial images. We have two different types of maps - Boundary Maps or Custom Maps (customized with various icons and labels). We also produce maps for Lakes, Rivers, Vineyards, Commercial Properties, and more. We've done maps for almost every state in the US, and many other countries as well. No job is too small or too big!
We have also developed Partnerships with Doug Duren's "Sharing The Land" initiative and with the onX Hunt app, the #1 hunting app in the world! All Map My Ranch customers will receive a 3 month "Elite Membership" with their map purchase!
Check out our webpage for more info: www.MapMyRanch.com
We have also developed Partnerships with Doug Duren's "Sharing The Land" initiative and with the onX Hunt app, the #1 hunting app in the world! All Map My Ranch customers will receive a 3 month "Elite Membership" with their map purchase!
Check out our webpage for more info: www.MapMyRanch.com
HYT Publishing
In 2004, I started a publishing company, HYT Publishing, with my good friend and mentor, former National Geographic writer, Harvey Arden. Sadly, Harvey passed away in 2018. During our time together, we published 3 books and 2 Spoken Word CDs. We began working on our first book “Have You Thought of Leonard Peltier Lately?” as a follow up to a book Harvey edited by Leonard Peltier called "Prison Writings: My Life Is My Sun Dance" in 1999. Our second book, White Buffalo Teachings, is about the Lakota people and their traditions/history, which Harvey co-wrote with Chief Arvol Looking Horse, the 19th generation Keeper of the Sacred White Buffalo Calf Pipe. Our third book, by a Seneca Elder named Edna Gordon, is a collection of Life Messages and Poetry, called "Voice of the Hawk Elder". It won the USA Best Books Award in the Native American Studies category. We also have 2 spoken word CDs - "Noble Red Man" and "My Life Is My Sundance" - both of which were nominated for a total of 5 Native American Music Awards at the 2011 NAMMYS. "My Life Is My Sun Dance" ended up winning the "Best Spoken Word" Award that year! Harvey also won a NAMMY for the Wisdomkeepers Radio CD, which we helped to get on the ballot.
Our website features a preview of the books and CDs, if you'd like to check them out: www.HaveYouThought.com
Our website features a preview of the books and CDs, if you'd like to check them out: www.HaveYouThought.com
Son of a Blitch Productions
Essentially, all my "projects" or businesses fall under the umbrella of SOB Productions, which has officially been in existence since 2001. It started out around my video production work, but later grew into various forms of Multimedia Development. In the fall of 2001, I became a co-owner of company that would record the stories, histories and messages of Indigenous Elders, from all around the world. We then made interactive websites that we called LivingBooks, for all the Elders and corespondents around the globe. I would record all the video and audio interviews and events, help to develop the software we built for the platform, and designed and managed the websites, for the most part. My mentor and great friend, Harvey Arden, had worked for National Geographic for 25 years as a writer and editor, and also wrote many best selling books. We worked together on dozens of projects, and I learned a great deal in the process. Around the same time, I was one of the lead videographers and editors with the television show, "Texas Live", in the early 2000's. I would shoot a variety of events (world class chefs cooking their favorite meals, Cirque du Soleil, live concerts, festivals, movie premieres, etc.) and then edit 2-8 minute segments for the bi-monthly show. I met some amazing folks in the process, and got hired by a few firms to create commercials (MTV) and marketing videos for various brands.
Eventually, I started to build websites for some of my own clients, and also worked on back end (Intranet) software development with a massive real estate firm in NYC. That led me to working on a great deal of graphic design work, where I would create product packaging design, book layouts and design, logos, websites and more. I currently still work in all these mediums, but the podcast and writing has been the focus, along with content creation for my various projects.
I did have the honor of building Jim Shockey's website for his latest book, "Call Me Hunter" shortly after he was a guest on my podcast. Check out CallMeHunter.com to learn more about the book, and also check out the podcast we did together for a deeper dive into his phenomenal book!
Eventually, I started to build websites for some of my own clients, and also worked on back end (Intranet) software development with a massive real estate firm in NYC. That led me to working on a great deal of graphic design work, where I would create product packaging design, book layouts and design, logos, websites and more. I currently still work in all these mediums, but the podcast and writing has been the focus, along with content creation for my various projects.
I did have the honor of building Jim Shockey's website for his latest book, "Call Me Hunter" shortly after he was a guest on my podcast. Check out CallMeHunter.com to learn more about the book, and also check out the podcast we did together for a deeper dive into his phenomenal book!
George Blitch joins the Scheels Outdoors Podcast....
In episode 130 we are joined by George Blitch of the "Son of a Blitch" podcast. George is a published author, storyteller, podcast host and co-founder of Map My Ranch, which creates physical maps for properties. We discuss a variety of topics ranging from the tale of Bob Lemmons, a former slave turned Mustanger, to his pursuit of a melanistic whitetail buck named Black Beauty.
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