Deer Talk Now

Dr. Tim Van Deelan joins the podcast with studies on fawn mortality, deer dispersal, starvation and disease, and more.

Land Investment Specialist Nicolas Schaalma shares how he has been able to make and save tons of money when buying and selling land.

Dr. Duane Diefenbach describes why it’s so difficult to estimate state whitetail populations and if it’s necessary for proper deer management, shifting bow and gun hunter numbers, and more. 

Tom Hall describes how many of the safety and accuracy issues with traditional muzzleloaders can be solved using the new Firestick technology. He also introduces the new NitroBolt bolt-action muzzleloader with revolutionary design features, including a removable bolt for easy cleaning, an adjustable cheek piece and length of pull, and a muzzle brake accessory you can add to divert smoke and reduce...

How does supplemental deer feed affect vegetation? Can corn supplements be toxic to deer? Does soil quality affect plant nutrition? If many deer share similar traits in an area, is it from inbreeding? We got some surprising answers after sitting down with wildlife biologist Dr. Bronson Strickland.

In this podcast, Dan answers our listeners' top whitetail questions, including if the moon phase affects the timing of the rut, how to approach early-season bowhunting on public land, and more.

Realtree creator Bill Jordan tells the story of how he started the company, scraping pennies to create just a few garments of clothing to show at a booth at SHOT Show and hoping a major retailer would take interest. With no money for manufacturing, he revolutionized the industry by licensing his camouflage patterns. Tune in to hear how Realtree grew from a bold idea into the iconic brand it is tod...

Whether you're starting a new mineral site or looking to boost antler growth during critical development windows, this conversation covers the do’s, don’ts, and must-haves for dialing in your nutritional program.

In this episode of Deer Talk Now , Dan Schmidt talks with Texas wildlife biologist Brian Dart, author of the article “Is Live Animal Testing Causing the Spread of CWD?” The two explore the questions raised in Dart’s piece, focusing on how live animal testing is conducted and what potential implications it may have for the management of Chronic Wasting Disease.

Ted Nugent and Dan Schmidt discuss the incredible story of the man who was responsible for modern whitetail bowhunting seasons — and why they believe he deserves national recognition. Spoiler: He's mentioned in the revised lyrics of the song at the start of this video!

Pat Meitin from Inside Archery tests all of the latest and greatest bowhunting gear. In this podcast, he shares which broadheads and bows are his favorite, his bow setup for whitetails, archery equipment maintenance tips, and more.

“The Bear Whisperer” Blaine Anthony is on the podcast with tips on where to bait bears, the best bait to use, how to judge a bear’s size, shot placement and some of his best bear hunting stories.

Kip Adams from the National Deer Association is on the podcast today discussing buck movement, prescribed burns, how to help fawn survival and more. 

Steve Bartylla and Dan Schmidt talk mock scrapes in this podcast episode from where to put one, ropes versus branches, what tree species to use, and other useful tips. 

Robie Pruitt is on the podcast describing the most common mistakes hunters make when planting food plots from what to do during a drought, soil pH, plot placement, fertilizing and more.

Now there is finally a way to prevent EHD in deer. Aquatic biologist Zach Haas explains how he developed EHD-fense, a water treatment kit that keeps water healthy, so the midge that spreads EHD cannot live there. 

Jim Spencer and Dan Schmidt talk turkeys, deer and predators — covering everything from understanding how they move through the landscape to how to be a better hunter and trapper. 

Mark Kayser and Dan Schmidt dive into the future of mule deer populations, and the differences between whitetails and muleys such as diet, adaptability, home ranges and more.

In this episode, Dan Schmidt digs into the benefits of planting and managing apple trees for white-tailed deer. From selecting the right varieties to ideal planting spots and maintenance tips, learn how these fruit-bearing trees can become a powerful draw on your hunting property.

Christian Williams created Archery Strong as a way to help people develop the strength to shoot a bow as well as help those with injuries and pain get back into bowhunting. Find out how he helps hunters with his online programs in this podcast. 

Most of us don't have hundreds of acres of hunting land, which can make deer management tricky but still doable. In this podcast, land manager Steve Bartylla describes how you can manage a small property from cull bucks to optimizing deer habitat and more.

Ralph Cianciarulo of the long-running show Archer’s Choice and The Choice is on the podcast talking about bowhunting in the good ‘ole days, the first bows he used, the effects of social media on archery, some crazy hunting stories, and more.

Our friends at Wildlife Research Center have spent over a decade and tried hundreds of formulas just to make one product. In this podcast, they talk about how they created some of their most popular offerings and how you can use them to create a trophy buck hangout.

Expert land manager Steve Bartylla joins the podcast to share his tips on managing does to match the goals for your property. 

Brad Rucks shares his wisdom from decades of planting food plots and hunting whitetails. Find out where to plant your food plots, how to determine the size of your plots, what to plant and when, and more.