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Truth From The Stand Deer Hunting Podcast

390 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 708 ratings

Covering all things DIY whitetail hunting, the Truth From The Stand Deer Hunting Podcast is the place to get your deer hunting stories, deer hunting tips and more. We'll launch a new podcast each week exploring topics across the landscape of deer and deer hunting. So take your time and enjoy each episode and be sure to subscribe to the podcast and take us with you across all your devices. Whether in the car or at work, we could all use a little more deer hunting in our lives!

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EP. 383: Becoming A More Efficient Hunter | Dan Johnson

April 10, 2024 04:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Dan Johnson. If you’re anything like Dan and I (and all of you out there juggling family, work and other responsibilities), it seems like our time gets more limited every year. Whether by choice or out of necessity, efficiency is the name of the game. Gone are the days of having all the time in the world to scout or hunt endlessly. Or have all puzzle pieces to the chess match. Now we rely on past experiences to fill in the gaps and make quick decisi...

EP. 382: If You're Hunting Hot Sign, You're A Day Behind | Brandon Barlow

April 03, 2024 04:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Brandon Barlow. Brandon hunts public and small permission parcels in the south. As a native New Yorker he's had to adapt his hunting approach from relying on the historical calendar dates of good whitetail hunting...to now using long-term data to keep him in the game as his season is much longer. And the deer seem to have a much broader breeding window within specific pockets. He runs 100+ cameras a year and has been able to glean some pretty intere...

EP. 381: Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy | Visualization To Kill Big Deer | Jacob Sklenar

March 27, 2024 04:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my Jacob Sklenar. At face value you meet Jacob and your first thought is that this guy is a detailed and meticulous killer…who finds consistent success by embracing the grind and suck that chasing mature whitetails is. Once you dig a little deeper, you realize Jacob is on a different journey than just killing mature bucks. He uses hunting as a vehicle of personal growth…and to hopefully leave people who he meets, better than he found them. This folks…is what...

EP. 380: Early & Late Season Success | Narrowing The Window | Michael Varady

March 20, 2024 04:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Michael Varady. Mike is one of those guys I’ve had the good fortune to meet the past few years. The dude just flat out gets it done in the high pressures state of New Jersey. He was one of my inspirations to begin tinkering with a traditional bow. Like with all die-hard outdoorsman there’s always a season…hunting season, scouting season, shed season, turkey season…then fishing? Mike is as committed to the craft as anyone you’ll meet. And he just fla...

EP. 379: A Drum That Beats In Your Chest | Luke Shimer

March 13, 2024 04:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Luke Shimer. Luke is one of the best all around outdoorsman and most authentic people I’ve had the good fortune to know. Watching Luke run the in the mountains of Montana is like watching someone breathe…it looks natural and for him sustenance. Whether he’s chasing critters in the mountains or the streams of Montana…or salt water critters in the Caribbean…all I know is you’ll eat good. And you’re always welcome at his campfire - thanks for listening...

EP. 378: 170 Public Land Monarch | Mountain Buck | Nathan Killen

March 06, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Nathan Killen. Nathan is one of the best hunters I’ve had the privilege to meet while running this podcast. His hunting is only outdone by the quality person he is. Nathan had a great year fulfilling a Long-time goal of killing a true giant public land monarch in the mountains of Virginia. Bucks like this don’t come around often, and if you pay attention, they’ll teach you lessons you might think you already know. Great chat as always - thanks for l...

EP. 377: Simplify Hunting & Find More Success | Trust Your Gut | Tim Bunao

February 28, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Tim Bunao. Tim and I are birds of a feather in the sense that when we set a goal…there’s no turning back. We both have adopted a similar approach the past few years…and that’s simplifying things, and trusting our gut to find more success. Tim Moved west to expand his hunting opportunities a few years ago…he’s still a die-hard whitetail bow hunter. Now he ’s just added a few species to list. He had an epic season this year from as last minute move to...

EP. 376: Bucks With Wet Feet | Zero Arrow | U.P. Bowhunter

February 21, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Todd Freeman. Todd is one of those guys who constantly seeks adventure - whether it’s traveling back to his home state of Michigan to hunt the U.P. or out his back door kayaking into hard to reach place in New Jersey. One thing he’s always looking for are bucks that like wet feet. Aside from that, he’s become my go to resource as I jump in to the world of shooting a long bow. Prior to recording this episode, Todd and I spent the day in his shop buil...

EP. 375: Playing With House Money | Travel Hunts | Big Water

February 14, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Steve Smallridge. Steve is a die hard outdoorsman , splitting his time mostly between chasing whitetails and duck hunting the big water of Michigan. The traveling whitetail gypsy bug has bitten him and he’s started exploring beyond his home state for the past few seasons …and finding success. He’s also a competitive Jiu Jitsu black belt and sees a lot of similarities between hunting and jiu jitsu…and that each ultimately feeds the other. I hope you ...

EP. 374: Looking For A Spiritual Connection | Bushmen Bows

February 07, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Steve Jewett. Steve is has a been a bowyer for a few decades and is the owner of Bushmen Bows. I’m planning to begin my descent into traditional madness. I wanted to start last year, but a shoulder injury delayed my plans. Now that I’m functional again, I’m ready to make the leap and Steve is helping me get sorted before I take the plunge and have him build me a custom long bow - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPE...

EP. 373: Bird Dogs & Big Bucks | Virginia Quail Hunt

January 31, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today on the podcast I did something a little different. My buddy Aaron Hepler and I headed south to Virginia to do something I’ve never done before. We went quail hunting with bird dogs with the folks at Cumberland Estate. I’ve hunted rabbits with dogs as a kid, but the only upland bird hunting I’ve ever done was busting brush with the old man chasing pheasants…never with a dog. And, I love anything with history behind it and the grounds we stayed on and hunted were full of history and birds...

EP. 372: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly | 2023 Season Recap | Chad Sylvester

January 20, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Chad Sylvester to do our annual “good, bad, and ugly” episode where we cover the season that was…all the good and all the warts. It’s impossible to lay a foundation for improvement without first examining what you’ve done well, and where you’re falling short. This episode acts as an annual reset for me and helps me take a hard look at the man in the mirror. Admittedly, I had a pretty good year, but there’s always things to work on. Hope you all dig the sesh - than...

EP. 371: Changing Patterns to Kill Mature Bucks | Mario Trafficante | The Hunting Beast

January 17, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Mario Trafficante from the Hunting Beast. Mario is one of my favorite people to chop it up with. We have a lot in common beyond hunting, and those commonalities bleed into our approaches to hunting. Sometimes things don’t play out like we intend, and the path less traveled is what ultimately fills your tag. Being open to those twists of fate and being willing to indulge them can make all the difference. I hope you all dig the conversation as much as I did - thanks...

EP. 370: Public Land Pressure & Persistence | Tyrell Roy

January 10, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Tyrell Roy. As many big bucks as Tyrell has on his wall, it’s never about the mount or trophy. It’s always about the experience, the chess match, and challenging himself to be a better hunter. This year he wanted to see if his skills and all the success he’s had in Oklahoma would translate when traveling out of state on his first out of state public land whitetail hunt. Let’s just say he got the full public land experience with all the highs and lows that come wit...

EP. 369: Under Pressure | Brandon Lilly

January 03, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by Brandon Lilly. Brandon knew all too well the pressure to perform from his days as an elite powerlifting athlete. He draws on that experience to keep hunting free of the outside noise or pressure to perform. Doing hard things and reframing success, setting reasonable goals, and humbling yourself is the pathway toward gaining the most fulfillment in hunting. Make mistakes, learn from them, and embrace the beginning stages whether you’re a new hunter…or learning a new style o...

EP. 368: Shifting Plans To Find Success & Late Season Bow Hunting | Johnny Stewart

December 27, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my good buddy Johnny Stewart. Johnny is grinding through his late season with a few tags still in his pocket - he’s on his way to Iowa as we speak. He filled 3 buck tags this past October through November in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The success didn’t come easy. Some of his key spots were burned early in the season between human pressure and logging that occurred. Today we talk about changing plans when things go south. And even after years of success how Johnny is ...

EP. 367: Late Season Grind | The Best Worst Season | Greg Litzinger

December 20, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my good buddy Greg Litzinger. Greg has had one of his best seasons…and one of his worst at the same time. He’s been in the game, having encounters more times than most in a couple seasons combined. A branch here, a deflected arrow there…and being just a step behind a target deer has been the story of his season. He’s still grinding it out…he’s the “Ultimate Warrior” and I have a feeling antlers will be in his late season future. Always love catching up with my guy - thanks...

EP. 366: The Nature of The Beast | Jace Allen

December 13, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Jace Allen. Jace is one of those people who is just born to deer hunt and chase mature bucks. He’s as dedicated to his craft as anyone you’ll meet. That doesn’t mean there aren’t hard lessons to learn…even for the most experienced woodsman. Most guys are thrilled to fill a tag no matter how the hunt ends so long as it end with a buck on the ground. Jace is a little different and the hunt and the animal means more to him than another piece of taxidermy on his wall....

EP. 365: Two Bucks, One Week | Jake Hofer | Iowa & Illinois

December 06, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my Jake Hofer from Exodus Outdoor Gear. Jake is one of my good buddies and one of the best deer hunters I know. The running joke in our friend circle for a long time was if a deer was going to be killed by our group of friends…Jake would be the one to do it. Year after year he fills tags on mature bucks. This year He drew a coveted Iowa tag…but made the decision to leave Iowa during prime—time to catch a few good weather days at home in Illinois. Sounds crazy to leave Iowa...

EP. 364: Hunt For Fulfillment & Tags Will Get Filled | Erik Barber

November 29, 2023 05:01 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Erik Barber. Erik has had a killer fall, filling two archery tags. Funny thing about filling tags early, is you sometimes feel like you’re missing out with so much season left. I don’t think anyone would complain about filling tags early…but there is definitely some fear of missing out, or missing those November sunrises. Erik is as passionate an outdoorsman as you’ll find, initially cutting his teeth at Midwest whitetail with the guys from THP and now working for...

EP. 363: Public Land Booner From The Ground | Season of Redemption

November 22, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour

Today We’re talking about my recent hunt in Kansas. Three seasons ago I set a goal to kill a Kansas whitetail from the ground. I had a lot of opportunities that I screwed up the previous seasons. Each set up got a little better last year and I really felt this was the year to meet my goal. I wasn’t looking for a giant…when I hunt out of state, my mission is to try and take a buck that is the average/representative animal for the area I’m hunting. It would’ve been really easy to screw this hun...

EP. 362: Uncuffed & Whitetail Adrenaline | Getting Your Passion Back | Jared Scheffler

November 15, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Jared Scheffler of Whitetail Adrenaline. Beyond Jared being a killer with the stick and string, he’s the passion behind Whitetail Adrenaline that brings us, what I consider, to be the hands down best hunting content ever made. Being great at anything comes with a cost. We talk about the cost of perfection and getting your passion back, traditional archery and of course…decoying open country giants - thanks for listening! To listen to the podcast click the purple p...

EP. 361: Putting A Buck In A Boat | Mid-October Mornings

November 08, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour

Today we’re doing something a little different… I’m turning over the reins of the show to my buddy Aaron Hepler to talk about the filling my PA tag this October. Pulling this buck out with my kayak was something I set as a goal a few years ago when I found this area scouting. I’ve been beaten by two different bucks in this spot the previous two season…things finally came together on October 16th. To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also downlo...

EP. 360: One Shot At Redemption | Public Land Booner | Austin Culbertson

November 01, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Austin Culbertson. Austin is one of the killers from Missouri that I’ve come to know over the past few seasons. If you remember the episode he and I did last season, he talked about a buck that got away that was haunting him…a true giant that was living in plain site…but seemed un-killable - then he got his chance and the worst situation for a bowhunter happened. Going into the offseason he only wanted to know if this deer he’s played chess with was still alive…he...

EP. 359: Gambling Vs. Investing | Tony Peterson

October 25, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Tony Peterson. Tony has been on the show a handful of times and I consider him to be one of the best public land hunters I’ve ever met. More than that, he has a keen ability to observe, gain perspective, articulate complex situations and execute a plan…be it hunting strategy, or life events in general. He chases the experience above everything…truthfully it’s a perspective I’ve gained from spending time with him and it’s made hunting better for me. I’m glad to cal...

EP. 358: A Dying Breed of Bowhunter | Cody D'Acquisto

October 18, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Cody D’Acquisto. Over the past few seasons Cody has evolved is approach to bowhunting…switching to traditional archery equipment, he’s always been one for unconventional low stand set ups…no camo and he’s done away with using trail cameras. He’s a dying breed of bowhunter who enjoys the harder things in life…whether it’s challenging hunts…or iron man style races he’s for sure a dying breed. One of my favorite people to talk with, hope you all dig the conversation ...

EP. 357: Not Gonna Waste Time Hunting When I Can Scout | Hunter Hogan

October 11, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Hunter Hogan. Hunter, as his name would suggests, was almost destined to be a mature buck killer. At 25 he’s racking up an impressive resume. What’s most impressive is his dedication to his craft…professional archer, and mature buck killer. His life is purpose built to always be in the hunt. He’s recently launched a YouTube channel (Hunter Hogan) where you can see him travel the country filling tags. As authentic and skilled public land hunter as you’ll find- than...

EP. 356: Chasing Mature Mountain Bucks | North Idaho | Jake Kremer

October 04, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Jake Kremer owner of North Idaho Archery. Jake is an outlier in Idaho. Most folks in the west are die-hard elk hunters. While Jake filled his tag on an Idaho bull this year…he’s admittedly a more die-hard mountain whitetail hunter than an elk hunter. I’ve hunted the area Jake calls home. Rarely do I do an episode where both the guest and I have some knowledge of the exact same areas. it was cool to talk about some of the whitetail sign I saw while in the Idaho mou...

EP. 355: Change Is Inevitable| The Evolving DIY Bowhunter | Eddie Claypool

September 27, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my good buddy Eddie Claypool. Eddie has been chasing DIY hunts and animals across the country since the late 70’s. You could say he’s the original DIY bowhunter. He’s lived the hay day of whitetail hunting in the midwest and hunted the best of the west for the better part of 40 years. Even though DIY blood runs through his veins, he’s changed his approach the past few years - time changes everyone and everything. You could say he pauses now to smell the roses. There’s wisd...

EP. 354: The Truth About Hunting Scrapes | Dr. Bronson Strickland | Deer Research

September 20, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my good buddy Dr. Bronson Strickland of Mississippi State University Deer Lab. Dr. Strickland and his team are always performing whitetail research to better understand their worlds - in today’s episode we’re diving into scrape research. What I like most about talking with Dr. Strickland is he can articulate things we may see as hunters but not fully understand. While keeping facts at the forefront, shedding light on hunting myths or adding validity to hunter observation. ...

EP. 353: Sometimes Survival Is The Best We Can Do | Defeat W/Authenticity | Johnny Utah Mulligan

September 13, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Johnny Utah Mulligan. John has been jet setting hunting all over the world since the last time we had a chance to catch up. In addition to his hunting travels he embarked on competing in his first tactical games. If you know John’s background as a former undercover narcotics cop and his love of fitness, then you know this shooting CrossFit games style of competition is up his alley. As if that wasn’t challenging enough…my dude starting training Jiu Jitsu too! Awes...

EP. 352: The Hidden Gem Of Maine Island Bucks | Dan Tutor

September 06, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Dan Tutor. Dan hunts the islands off the coast of Maine. I’ve always had an interest in island hunting but two things that held me back was …water access via the sea/bay (seems dicey and borderline stupid for someone who didn’t grow up around the ocean) and giving up a mid west hunt to hunt the north east where they’re not known for great whitetail hunting (compared to the midwest). Well…I still may not have my sea legs, but Dan has hauled in a few deer that put t...

EP. 351: Sitka Gear Intercept Collection | Core Merino | Merino vs Synthetic Layers

August 30, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Chris Derrick. Anytime Chris is on you can count on two things…A season is just about to open. And Sitka Gear has recently dropped brand new kit advancing their already bullet proof systems. Over time Sitka has continued to evolve their systems including different applications of Merino Wool. As awesome as Merino wool is for base layers, in its natural form it may not be the best material for outer layers until now. As always Sitka delivering on the needs of the h...

EP. 350: Curiosity Kills Bucks | Mario Trafficante | The Hunting Beast

August 23, 2023 04:15 - 2 hours

Today I’m joined by my buddy Mario Trafficante. Mario and I met and realized we had way more in common than our passion for bowhunting. We both recognize the larger patterns in our lives that complement each other, drives our passion, our curiosity, and at times creativity. If you allow it, hunting can enrich your life beyond the tree stand. And the same can be said that anything you're passionate about can positively influence your hunting. Like most things in life, mindset and how you proce...

EP. 349: Hunting Hub Systems | Justin Wright

August 16, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Just Wright. Justin cut his teeth in the big woods of Missouri and then moved later in life to moved to an area of MO with more agricultural land. It was those early big woods lessons that built a foundation that allows him to find success in any terrain. Justin is also one of those guys, that if you’re lucky, you have the good fortune in life to meet. He’s as sharp of a woodsman as you’ll find and an absolute killer in the whitetail woods. More importantly, you migh...

EP. 348: 2023 Goals, Dreams, and Aspirations | Chad Sylvester

August 09, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Chad Sylvester for our annul goals hopes and dreams for the upcoming season. Chads looking to back to back in Idaho…while I’m looking fro the tried times the charm in Kansas. And then We discuss our plans for what we have to look forward to in our own back yards. To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don’t forget to share with your friends! If you like...

EP. 347: A Path Worth Traveling

August 02, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Tony Sangialosi of 33OH Archery. Tony and I were introduced by our mutual friends over at Exodus. They thought since we both are obsessed with bowhunting and jiu jitsu that we should meet! Tony’s introduction to the archery world is different from most that I’ve met. He also took it to the next level creating a business building custom bowstrings and arrows. Finding success is a habit, being open to possibilities, and taking risks….be it hunting, business, family, or...

EP. 346: Hunting The Shifting Phases Of Deer Season | Joe Rentmeester

July 26, 2023 04:15 - 2 hours

Today I’m joined my buddy Joe Rentmeester. Joe is one of the most detailed hunters I’ve met and usually leads to the demise of a buck he has his sights set on. Today we did something a little different where we walked through each phase of the hunting season to see how Joe would tackle or has tackled hunts throughout the season. Success doesn’t come easy. It usually comes with adapting as the season changes…and that’s exactly what we discuss during todays episode. Hope you all dig the session...

EP. 345: If I Can See Him, I Can Kill Him | 168 Inch Average Score | Drew Bounds

July 19, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Drew Bounds. Drew cut his teeth hunting in the Deep South along the Arkansas/Lousiana border, but his passion takes him across state lines seeking adventure and the mature bucks of the midwest. Drew is on an eight year heater…where he’s filled his out of state tag eight years running. The average score of those eight bucks…168 inches and some change. That’s like batting .400 in the big leagues. Oh…and if you want big elk…he does that too! His secret sauce to killing ...

EP. 344: Early Season Deer Hunting Tactics & Gear In Your Bag

July 12, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Greg Litzinger. This is part 2 from our annual summer session where we answer a few listener questions to help you get ready for fall hunts. - thanks for listening! To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don’t forget to share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating…we’d really appreciate it. Click here to liste...

EP. 343: Summer Prep & B.S. Session | Bowhunting Fiend

July 05, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Greg Litzinger. Greg and I have a tradition where we get together during the summer to talk about prepping for the season. What we’re doing this time of year to get ready, trail camera strategies and new set ups we have high hopes for. Always a good time hanging with the bowhunting fiend - thanks for listening! To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don...

EP. 342: Find 30/30 Days To Kill Mature Mountain Bucks

June 28, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Steve Sherk. If you don’t already know Steve, he’s likely one of the most well versed mountain hunters you’ll find, he eats, lives and breathes mountain bucks. Steve Steve accumulated a mountain of trail camera data over the years and has uncovered some pretty good predictors for when deer in the mountains are most vulnerable. Hope you dig the session as much as I did - thanks for listening! To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page...

EP. 341: Every Day I Don't Kill Him, Means I'm One Day Closer

June 21, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined my buddy Joe Miles. Joe has been traveling and killing mature deer, among other species, for a long time. You’d be hard pressed to find a guy more dedicated to the hun and chess match than Joe. His wall proves his strategic abilities, but it’s his mental toughness and willingness to stay in the game…when others won’t, that makes him different. I hope you all dig the conversation as much as I did - thanks for listening! To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at ...

EP. 340: Why Drainages Can Equal Mountain Buck Success

June 14, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I’m joined by my buddy Paul Putera. Paul is one of those public land guys that’s comfortable with the uncomfortable. Whether it’s talking the long way in to keep is access clean. Or just thinking outside the box, doing the opposite of what all other hunters are doing to find the overlooked hidden spots holding mature bucks. High pressure areas, Big woods, swamps, hill country…doesn’t matter. My money is on Paul to haul out a mature buck . Hope you all dig the conversation as much as I d...

EP. 339: Buck Bedding & Building Analogs

June 07, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today we're taking a stroll down memory lane with a look back episode. From time to time I like to go back through episodes to refresh my memory of things I should be thinking of as the season approaches. In this session I pulled sections of episodes past from our friend's Justin Hollandsworth, Jacob Emory, KC Smith, Dr. Strickland and our favorite...Greg Litzinger. Hope you guy dig it - thanks for listening! To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You ca...

EP. 338: Walking With Shadows | Heath Cisco

May 31, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour

Today I'm joined by my buddy Heath Cisco. Heath likely needs little introduction, he’s been killing mature bucks consistently for years. He’s the rare breed that can consistently target a specific mature buck and ultimately have that beast fall to his arrow. While he enjoys hunting all parts of the fall, he’s deadly with a front in October, and might be even better when the clock winds down and the brutal late season conditions roll in…he didn’t get the nickname “Iceman” for nothing! I hope y...

EP. 337: Making The Trad Bow Transition | The Push Archery

May 24, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I'm joined by my buddy Matt Zirnsak from The Push Archery. Matt and The Push Archery are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to everything traditional archery. As many of you know, I’ve been considering hunting with traditional equipment this year, and of course have a lot of questions. Matt was kind enough to join me to talk a newbie through a lot of the things I’ll need consider as I think of transition from a compound to trad bow. We of course talk some deer hunting too. Hope you all...

EP. 336 Wind Speed & Mature Bucks | Bow Hunter Of Averages | Jason Michael

May 17, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I'm joined by my buddy Jason Michael. I like to refer to Jason as the original DIY Traveling Whitetail Gypsy. He’s like a walking welcome center for any state, and any public ground. I’ve rarely mentioned a piece of ground in any state that he wasn’t familiar with. He’s as sharp a woodsman as they come, deadly with a stick and string in his hand…but beyond that…he might be one of the nicest humans you’ll ever meet. You won’t find a bigger cheering section for someone else success than h...

EP. 335: Quality vs. Quantity

May 10, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I'm joined by my buddy Kevin Vistisen. Quality of life has probably been on most peoples minds the past few years. I know it has been something I’ve given a fair amount of thought. Whether it’s to hunt more, be in better physical shape, or provide your family with the type of lifestyle you desire…these things usually come with sacrifice in the short-term for longer-term rewards. You’ll hear a lot of people talk about such things…but few act. Kevin is acting, and today we talk about evol...

EP. 334: Do We Rely On Post Season Scouting Too Much | Mike Perry

May 03, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour

Today I'm joined by my buddy Mike Perry from Pennsylvania. I haven’t had Mike on in a while and it’s always good to catch up with a fellow PA hunter. For those of you who don’t know Mike, he’s a killer. Whether it’s public or private Mike consistently finds and kills mature deer. One of my favorite things about Mike is his curiosity, and how his expectations are rooted in reality. Mike’s been killing deer since the 90’s. We talk about his style has evolved over the years from a rut hunter to ...

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