Down South Hunting Podcast
87 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 257 ratingsHunting podcast for the South. We talk tactics, strategy, biology, stories and more for all kinds of southern wild game on public land, private, leases, and hunt clubs. We strive to be entertaining and informational for hunters from across the globe with a focus on whitetail deer and turkey.
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Episode 037- Southeast Deer Study Group 2018 Recap w/ Lindsay Thomas Jr. of the QDMA
April 19, 2018 02:58 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBMike Higman interviews Lindsay Thomas Jr, editor of Quality Whitetails magazine, the journal of QDMA, and the QDMA's Director of Communications, about the 2018 Southeast Deer Study Group. Our 2nd episode was with Lindsay discussing the 2017 meeting and it has been very popular. You can listen to it here. We are excited to have Lindsay back to discuss the latest in deer studies and wildlife science in the whitetail world. Lindsay Thomas Jr. has been a member of the QDMA staff since 2003. P...
Episode 036- Deer and Turkey Hunting Straight Talk with Michael Lee of Backwoods Life
April 11, 2018 03:25 - 1 hour - 90 MBThis week Mike, Adam, and Kyle interview Michael Lee of Backwoods Life. This turned out to be a laid-back conversation with three hunters discussing topics ranging from bait piles to social media. Overall, we were just having a good time talking about something we all love -- Hunting. Enjoy! Show notes, resources, links: Backwoods Life Instagram YouTube Facebook Podcast Twitter Sportsman Channel Sponsored by: Hunting Gear Deals
Episode 035- Deep Thoughts on Deer & Turkey Hunting from Mike & Adam
April 03, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBAdam Crews listens to Mike Higman ramble about hunting for over an hour. OK, not really, but something like that. The truth is, we had some things fall through with some deer and turkey hunting experts and wanted to cover some interesting topics and get a little deeper into what makes us tick as hunters. If you think Mike & Adam are interesting, you’ll love it. If you think they are better hosts when keeping their mouths shut, see you in episode 36.
Episode 034- Turkey Hunting Strategies with Rick Taylor
March 26, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBThere are turkey hunters and then there are turkey killers; Rick Taylor is the latter. Rick witnesses around 18 turkeys killed every year, and has tagged out all but once his entire career. You are going to enjoy this conversation as we break down specific setups and strategies on tagging those hard to get gobblers. Click here to listen/subscribe on Apple Podcast (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to list...
Episode 033- Turkey Hunting Crash Course- Diaphragm Mouth Call Magic
March 15, 2018 13:00 - 54 minutes - 54.1 MBEnjoy a free Turkey Calling 101 Instructional, by Shane Simpson of CallingAllTurkeys.com! This episode is a condensed version of Episode 032, where we interviewed Shane -- But this version is all about the calls. Scroll down to find the calls we cover, and at what point they are in the interview. Shane Simpson has won more than 20 calling titles and has placed in numerous others, including winning the Minnesota State Calling Championship in 2011, 2015 and 2017 and finishing 2nd-Runner Up...
Episode 032- Turkey Calling 101 with Expert Caller Shane Simpson
March 15, 2018 05:23 - 1 hour - 103 MBJust in time for the opening of the 2018 turkey hunting season, Shane Simpson of CallingAllTurkeys.com, gives us a course in turkey calling 101. We cover the how, when, and why of using a diaphram mouth call as well as lots of other turkey hunting and calling topics. Shane Simpson has won more than 20 calling titles and has placed in numerous others, including winning the Minnesota State Calling Championship in 2011, 2015 and 2017 and finishing 2nd-Runner Up in the 2015 Grand National Owl...
Episode 031- Southern Turkey Hunting Heritage with David Hawley of Wild Turkey Report
March 05, 2018 09:30 - 1 hour - 101 MBSome people like to turkey hunt, and then there are turkey hunters. David Hawley, of Wild Turkey Report, joins Adam and special guest Host, Kyle Bennett, to discuss hunting turkeys below the Mason Dixon line. Click here to listen/subscribe on Apple Podcast (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Android devices) What We Learn In This Episode: Why turkeys in t...
Episode 030- Hunting Public Land in the Mountains of North Georgia with Hunter Galloway
February 26, 2018 09:00 - 52 minutes - 43.2 MBHunter Galloway of Lone Pursuits Outdoor Show may be young, but he has already has some tremendous success deer hunting the public land mountains of North Georgia. He shares some of his favorite scouting tactics and tried and true methods for taking these pressured bucks. Hunter has written for hunting publications including North American Whitetail, Georgia Outdoor News, and more. Click here to listen/subscribe on Apple Podcast (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on ...
Episode 029- Tough Questions for a Former Tennessee Big Game Wildlife Coordinator
February 20, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBDaryl Ratajczak returns to the show and we grill him with some of our toughest questions for a state wildlife official. Of course he handles them in stride and has some tremendous information to share about whitetail deer, turkey, coyotes, bears, and even black panthers! Click here to listen/subscribe on Apple Podcast (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Andr...
Episode 028- Getting Amped for Turkey Season and NWTF with Andy Gagliano
February 12, 2018 03:43 - 1 hour - 127 MBAre you ready for Turkey season? We are! On this week's episode, we talk with Andy Gagliano of The Turkey Hunter Podcast. Andy has the unique experience of interviewing some of the best turkey hunters alive and has brought us excellent strategies and tactics that you can apply in the field this year. Click here to listen/subscribe on Apple Podcast (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Sti...
Episode 027- Deer & Turkey Hunting Heavily Pressured Florida Public Land with Mike Kuhn
January 29, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 38 MBThis week we talk with Mike Kuhn about deer hunting heavily-pressured public land whitetails in Florida. Mike has been able to find success with multiple tactics and strategies through the years, some of which will surprise you. Click here to listen/subscribe on Apple Podcast (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Android devices) What We Learn In This Episode:...
Episode 026- Deer and Hog Hunting in the Bayou with Louisiana Bowhunter Justin Lanclos
January 25, 2018 12:19 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBMike interviews Justin Lanclos from LouisianaBowhunter.com. We talk about hunting tactics for public and private land across Louisiana, his out of state hunt to Ohio, a serious treestand accident he suffered 2 years ago, and what is louisianabowhunter.com
Episode 025- How Your Local QDMA Branch Can Make You a Better Hunter
January 15, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn this episode, we talk with Kyle Bennett of Louisiana, to discuss deer hunting in Louisiana, Mississippi, habitat management and what it's like working with a local QDMA branch. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Android devices) What We Learn In This Episode: Habitat Management Why you should get involved at you...
Episode 024- Hunting Mobile in Mississippi with Bryan Landry
December 29, 2017 03:53 - 1 hour - 109 MBSubscribe with iTunes In this episode, we discuss a range of mobile hunting topics with Bryan Landry from MobileHuntingGear.com. We'll talk hang and hunt methods, mapping whitetails, hill-country whitetails, hunting out-of-state and more. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Android devices) What We Learn In This Ep...
Episode 023- Deer Hunting Success with Mike & Adam — Two Bucks and One Doe Down!
December 13, 2017 02:53 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBMike and Adam catch-up on their deer seasons. One of them has topped his personal biggest buck twice. The other has had some tough luck, but managed to put some meat in the freezer with a nice doe. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Android devices) What We Learn In This Episode: Mike's rattling bag is a sock How ...
Episode 022- Eleven Entertaining & Informative Deer Hunting Podcasts You Don't Want to Miss!
December 05, 2017 05:08 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBWe are big fans of podcasts, especially deer hunting podcasts. We are always looking for something new and interesting to listen to. In this episode, we interview the hosts of 11 deer hunting podcasts in a rapid fire format. We ask them 11 questions covering a variety of topics including the details of their podcast, favorite hunting gear, hunting tactics, an embarrassing hunting story, and more. All under 7 minutes each. See the guest list here. Tag Down South Hunting and your favorite po...
Episode 021- Hunting the Rut in the South w/ Tim Knight
November 02, 2017 19:11 - 1 hour - 134 MBIn this episode, Mike and Adam talk with Tim Knight of Georgia Outdoor News about deer hunting the rut in the South. Tim is an avid bowhunter, accomplished outdoor writer and has taken many P&Y bucks over the years. What We Learn In This Episode: The rut in the South -- Specifically Georgia The importance of understanding all your food sources and trees as a hunter Utilizing maps Mobile hunting Rattling for deer - a surprise method The importance of your first sit Show notes, r...
Episode 020- Managing Prime Southern Hunting Habitat and Killing Monster Mature Bucks w/ Glenn Garner
October 31, 2017 22:02 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBIn this episode, Mike and Adam get a chance to talk with Glenn Garner about what it takes to kill big whitetails in Georgia. We actually recorded this episode before the season kicked off, and since that time Glenn has already put a nice Georgia buck on the ground. Thanks for listening, and we hope that you are having a safe and successful deer season. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android d...
Episode 019- The Hunting Public: Aaron Warbritton & Zach Ferenbaugh on Whitetail Hunting Outside the Box
October 19, 2017 01:46 - 2 hours - 165 MBMike and Adam grill Aaron Warbritton and Zach Ferenbaugh of The Hunting Public about their new venture and public land hunting tactics. This episode is heavy on tactics and strategy, covering deer bedding, aerial map scouting, wind bumping, scouting and hunting hot sign, blind hunt setups, and a ton more. Come in with an open mind, and these guys could change the way you think about your hunting strategies. If their tactics are new to you, you might need to listen more than once. Click here...
Episode 018- Best Weather to Hunt & an Analytical Approach to Hunting Whitetail Deer w/ Dr. Bob Sheppard
October 11, 2017 03:18 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBMike and Adam interview Dr. Bob Sheppard about the when, where, and how to hunt whitetail deer in the South. Dr. Sheppard has over 40-years experience hunting whitetails, has taught countless bowhunting schools, and is author of "Whitetails: A Research Based Hunting Model". He grew up on a farm in Alabama, born in 1950, the son of tenant farmers. He descended from a long line of fishermen and hunters. He practiced Internal Medicine in private practice for twenty five years and now serves as...
Episode 017- Discussion of Big Bucks, Upcoming Hunts, and More
October 10, 2017 02:21 - 54 minutes - 74.9 MBThis week Adam and Mike discuss whitetails, big bucks, football and more. It's just the hosts going freestyle. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (another option for Android devices) Sponsored by: Hunting Gear Deals Chase the Mountain Blog
Episode 016- Travelin Hunter Tony Smotherman- Deer Hunting, Out of State Strategies and Tactics
September 28, 2017 19:39 - 1 hour - 144 MBWe talk with Tony Smotherman about hunting out-of-state whitetails, public land hunts, strategies, tactics and more. Residing in Tennessee, but long known as the Travelin' Hunter®, Tony comes to this title honestly, averaging 15,000 miles in the Spring and Fall in search of critters all across this great land. Traveling to hunt is his passion, and has been his way of life for over 20 years. Tony's career has included numerous professional associations with some of the most respected comp...
Episode 015- Deer Hunting Scent Control w/ John Eberhart and Dan Infalt- Part 3
September 15, 2017 04:51 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBSeries Finale! We talk to Dan Infalt, the "Big Buck Serial Killer" from Wisconsin and a Michigan legend John Eberhart about their unique scent control tactics. We interviewed these guys separately and have combined the interviews into a 3-part series. Both hunters have had tremendous success hunting mature bucks on public land. They don't pull any punches when it comes to comparing their scent control tactics and how they differ. Dan Infalt Dan grew up and has lived in SE Wisconsin his w...
Episode 014- Deer Hunting Scent Control w/ John Eberhart and Dan Infalt- Part 2
September 08, 2017 06:52 - 54 minutes - 46.1 MBPart 2 of 3- This project has been in the works for months! We talk to Dan Infalt, the "Big Buck Serial Killer" from Wisconsin and a Michigan legend John Eberhart about their unique scent control tactics. We interviewed these guys separately and have combined the interviews into a 3-part series. Both hunters have had tremendous success hunting mature bucks on public land. They don't pull any punches when it comes to comparing their scent control tactics and how they differ. Dan Infalt Da...
Episode 013- Deer Hunting Scent Control w/ John Eberhart and Dan Infalt- Part 1
September 01, 2017 19:11 - 57 minutes - 50.4 MBThis project has been in the works for months! We talk to Dan Infalt, the "Big Buck Serial Killer" from Wisconsin and a Michigan legend John Eberhart about their unique scent control tactics. We interviewed these guys separately and have combined the interviews into a 3-part series. Both hunters have had tremendous success hunting mature bucks on public land. They don't pull any punches when it comes to comparing their scent control tactics and how they differ. Dan Infalt Dan grew up and...
Episode 012- Saddle Hunting w/ David Toms + Updates on the Upcoming Deer Season from Mike & Adam
August 24, 2017 04:18 - 53 minutes - 43.6 MBFirst, Mike and Adam talk about the last month of deer season prep. If you want to skip straight to the saddle hunting stuff with David Toms, go to the 30-minute mark. David Toms, a public land bowhunter with nearly 40-years of experience discusses what a tree saddle is, and some tips to using one. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (anot...
Episode 011- DeerCon17 Chat with Wildlife Biologist Dr. Diefenbach and DeerLab's Jon Livingston
August 04, 2017 04:05 - 1 hour - 78.7 MBMike and Adam chat with Dr. Duane Diefenbach, an adjunct professor of wildlife ecology at Penn State and a leader of the PA Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit. They were also joined by Jon Livingston, co-founder of Deerlab trail camera monitoring software. Dr Diefenback shares his findings from a GPS study done on whitetail deer on high pressure Pennsylvania public land. Jon talks about DeerLab, trail camera strategies, and a successful Idaho elk hunt. Show notes, resources, links: ...
Episode 010- QDMA National Convention- Mike and Adam Discuss Deer Hunting Plans for the Upcoming Season, Camo, and More
July 25, 2017 00:23 - 48 minutes - 66 MBMike and Adam finally get to sit down and record a podcast together at DeerCon17, the QDMA National Convention, in New Orleans. This episode is different because there are no guests and we’re not focusing on strategy—Instead, we talk about the convention, our plans for deer season, our favorite camo, and some of our personal strategies. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devi...
Episode 009- Minisode w/ Dr. Bronson Strickland: Deer Hunting Reading List for Whitetail Nerds
July 19, 2017 21:20 - 4 minutes - 3.49 MBMike and Adam interview Dr. Bronson Strickland, Professor of Wildlife Management and Co-Director of the Mississippi State Deer Lab. Dr. Strickland shares some books that Whitetail hunters should have on their reading list. Two of the first 20 iTunes reviewers will be randomly chosen to win a bag of Grizzly Bean Coffee! Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) One of the first 10 Stit...
Episode 008- Hunting Texas Public Land Whitetail Deer w/ David Toms
July 10, 2017 04:41 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBAdam and Mike interview David Toms, a public land bowhunter with nearly 40-years of experience. David uses a tree saddle and a recurve bow to get in close to mature buck bedding areas. He has hunted many states and brings a vast amount of hunting experience to the table. They discuss how David developed his strategies and tactics for closing in on mature bucks. David has several pieces of advice that will probably be new to you. Two of the first 20 iTunes reviewers will be randomly chosen ...
Episode 007- Deer Hunting in the South w/ Jeff Bryant- Host of Chasin' Creation TV
June 27, 2017 05:56 - 46 minutes - 37.2 MBAdam and Mike interview Jeff Bryant from Chasin Creation TV. Jeff learned to hunt through the school of hard knocks on the North/South Carolina border. His passion for hunting has brought him hunting in several other states, across the US. He refined his filming and hunting skills while hosting the Midwest Whitetail Southeast Regional Show and now his next endeavor, Chasin' Creation, will be launching on the Pursuit Channel this summer. Jeff shares how he has grown as a hunter, and the tacti...
Episode 006- Gaining Access to New Hunting Property w/ Michael Paugh of MGC Hunt Club
June 15, 2017 04:10 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBMike and Adam interview Michael Paugh, of MGC Hunt Club. In this episode, we discuss Michaels tips for gaining access to new hunting ground, strategies for hunting new property and more! Two of the first 20 iTunes reviewers will be randomly chosen to win a bag of Grizzly Bean Coffee! Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (best for Android devices) One of the first 10 Stitcher reviewers will be randomly chos...
Episode 005- Summer Deer Nutrition and Wild Hog Talk w/ Dr. Bronson Strickland
June 05, 2017 04:05 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBMike and Adam interview Dr. Bronson Strickland, Professor of Wildlife Management and Co-Director of the Mississippi State Deer Lab. They discuss the summer nutritional needs of deer, especially in the South and how property managers can help out their herd. Dr. Strickland shares his thoughts on the use if mineral licks. The conversation then turns to wild hogs and the threat they pose to native wildlife. Two of the first 20 iTunes reviewers will be randomly chosen to win a bag of Grizzly Be...
Episode 004- Minisode- When to Prep Footplots with Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab
May 31, 2017 21:02 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBIn this mini-episode, Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab discusses the optimal time to begin working on early season food plots, and fall food plots. He also has recommendations on prepping the soil and the most effective way to get seed in the ground.
Episode 003- Osceola Turkey, Gator Hunting, and Outfitters w/ Capt. Billy Henderson
May 16, 2017 04:02 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBAdam shares his experiences this turkey season. Mike talks about his business, www.huntinggeardeals.com Adam and Mike interview Capt. Billy Henderson about Osceola Turkey, alligator hunting, and deer hunting in various North American habitats. Captain Billy has lived on the Gulf Coast of Florida for his entire life. He grew up on the Gulf of Mexico fishing the flats as well as offshore and his love for the outdoors continued into the woods chasing everything the Florida Flat woods had to o...
Episode 002- SE Deer Study Group Meeting Notes w/ Lindsay Thomas Jr.
May 16, 2017 04:01 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBAdam and Mike start this episode off talking about the type of property they hunt on. Adam will be taking a trip to a new state this year and uses the podcast to break the news to his wife. Mike is hoping to gain access to a new piece of private land in the coming weeks. The interview is with Lindsay Thomas Jr, editor of Quality Whitetails magazine, the journal of QDMA, and the QDMA's Director of Communications. The 2017 Southeast Deer Study Group Meeting and the latest research projects t...
Episode 001- Introduction & Wildlife Biologist Daryl Ratajczak
May 16, 2017 03:13 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBWelcome to the first episode of the Down South Hunting Podcast! On this episode, we introduce Mike and Adam and speak with Wildlife Biologist for the National Forest Service Daryl Ratajczak. Daryl began his career working with black bears in and around Great Smoky Mountains National Park focusing on research and education, which soon landed him a position with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. He was promoted to become the Agency’s Big Game Program Coordinator overseeing Tennessee’s d...