Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Josh Krstic to dive into chasing whitetails in early-October! Josh is a diehard deer hunter and an outstanding woodsman from Southeast, Wisconsin. In this episode, the guys recap Josh's Montana mule deer hunt, and shift gears back to the Midwest to dive into beating the fall shift, and locating big bucks in early-October. Josh sha...

In this episode, I sit down with Nelson Chandler to dive into an incredible 50 years of hunting experience right here in Georgia. From lessons learned in the field to stories that could only come from decades in the woods, Nelson shares a lifetime of knowledge about hunting, wildlife, and the changing landscape of the sport. We talk about how hunting in Georgia has evolved over the years, the skil...

This episode explores land management, habitat improvement, and hunting strategies to maximize success. Jon Teater shares insights on designing the perfect hunting acre, land features, and deer behavior to enhance your hunting experience. Takeaways Land management and habitat design principles Deer movement and behavior analysis Elements of a perfect hunting acre including food, cover, and water D...

The season is shifting fast. Dan Johnson and Jason Thibodeau discuss how relentless rain, delayed crop harvest, and changing deer movement are affecting Midwest hunting—and what hunters may need to adjust as the season unfolds. They share updates from their properties, including trail-camera intel, mock-scrape activity, standing crops, and concerns about fewer mature bucks. Dan also recounts a you...

This is an episode that means a little more to me right now. I'm bringing an older conversation with the late, great William “Bubba” Ray back to the forefront because sometimes an old episode becomes more meaningful with time. Bubba has been on my heart heavy this past week, and it got me thinking about something we all need to hear: Give people their flowers while they're still here. Tell...

AI is already changing deer hunting faster than most hunters want to admit. Dan Johnson and returning guest Aaron Berg break down how drone recovery, public-land strategy, and early-season buck behavior are forcing hunters to rethink what is fair, what is effective, and where the line should be drawn. Aaron shares the reality of running a deer recovery drone in the middle of hunting season, includ...

FROM THE VAULT: In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Steve Sherk (Sherk’s Guide Service) discuss hunting plans and setups for early season. Steve dives into his process and plans for the next several weeks before clients arrive. Jon explains his plans and when he anticipates having a shot at one of his target deer. Jon explains fawn recruitment on his own property and how the hab...

In this episode of Deep in the Hunt of Texas, Connor talks with Hunter Thompson about preparing for deer season, the rising cost of hunting access, and how Texas hunters can use the state’s draw-hunt system to find new opportunities. Hunter shares his background growing up near Houston, learning to hunt from his family, and eventually working in environmental restoration. He explains how wetland m...

Brad Bowen and Tucker Bowen welcome Matt Rushing from Wildlife Management Solutions to Bowen Taxidermy for a practical conversation about preparing deer food plots across Alabama and the South. With planting season approaching, Matt explains which seed blends work best for different locations, including the Alabama Blend, Mississippi Mix, Deer Magnet, brassica blends, and clover options. The discu...

Sometimes the lessons that stick with us the longest are the ones we learn without realizing it. As a kid, I spent weekends rebuilding a crosstie wall that was good enough in my eyes. At the time, it was just extra work that didn't need to be done—lifting, stacking, lining things up, and making sure each tie was where it needed to be. Looking back, though, that wall taught me something that ap...

In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch sits down with returning guest Jason Miller of JMiller Custom Calls to kick off another New Jersey black bear season. The conversation starts beneath the mount of Jason’s biggest bear yet—a massive bruin estimated around 600 pounds live weight and now in the Boone and Crockett record book. Jason tells the full story of a hunt he almost didn’t go...

What happens when a hunting podcast turns into a hilarious, brutally honest conversation about parenting, public-land chaos, and why the best bowhunters are always one bad decision away from disaster? Dan Johnson and Pierce Nelles unpack the kind of real life that can derail a hunt in seconds - a swallowed Lego, an emergency room run, and a day that goes off the rails before the first arrow is eve...

On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce sits down with DNR Deer Herd Health Specialist, Erin Larsen to learn all about the recent EHD outbreak in Southeast Wisconsin, as well as other deer trends across the state! Erin is a Minnesota-native and UW Stevens Point graduate who has spent over two decades with the Wisconsin DNR. In this conversation, Erin shares the most up to date info on E...

October deer hunting is changing fast, and the hunters who win it are the ones who know when to trust trail cameras, when to trust sign, and when to keep their feet moving. Dan Johnson and Jason Thibodeau break down the real early-season shifts happening right now, from buck movement and scrape activity to the exact kind of terrain, food, and access points that can turn a guess into a shot. Dan sh...

In this episode, I sit down with Steven Coffelt from Rapid Raxx to break down one of the most debated topics in deer hunting— how feeding deer changes the hunt . We dive into how supplemental feeding impacts deer movement, behavior, and overall herd health. Steven shares his firsthand experience working with landowners and hunters, explaining how the right feeding strategy can not only improve you...

The wrong decision is usually the obvious one - and this conversation shows why that matters for drugs, alcohol, porn, marriage, and the people you let into your life. Dan and Kyle get brutally honest about the choices that quietly shape a life, from a single party that can change everything to the daily habits that either build a strong family or tear it apart. Dan shares a disturbing story about...

I sat down with Mason Norman, Retay ambassador and part of the Mossy Oak and Drake family, for a conversation that goes way beyond hunting. We talked whitetails, ducks, turkey hunting, gear, the outdoor industry, and the experiences that keep us coming back to the woods and water. But more importantly, we talked about Jesus, faith, family, and what it really means to live a life centered around Go...

A final hunt with that certain hound can carry a strange weight. You may not realize you're experiencing the last time you'll walk that trail, sit against that tree, hear them strike and tree. At the time, it can feel like just another morning in the woods, just another hunt. But every once in a while, there's a hunt that becomes something bigger than the hunt itself. A good hound may...

Forward-facing sonar, brutal tournament pressure, and a 220- to 240-inch Kansas buck that got away—Chancy Walters lays it all out in this raw, funny, and unexpectedly intense conversation. If you care about competition fishing, big whitetails, or the mindset it takes to stay dangerous when the margins are razor-thin, this episode hits hard. Chancy breaks down why today’s tournament game is so puni...

Elk hunting is not about luck—it is about putting yourself in the right 200-yard bubble at the right time, with enough days left to make the moment count. Tim Kent breaks down nearly two decades of hard-earned lessons chasing elk from the East, including the mistakes that cost him bulls, the calling mistake that instantly blew up a setup, and why his biggest breakthrough came from learning where e...

This episode of Deep in the Hunt of Texas is a practical guide to preparing for bow season, especially for hunters in North Texas. The host begins by apologizing for previously releasing the wrong episode, then discusses his own late start to deer-season preparation. He covers getting cameras and feeders set up, trimming shooting lanes, tuning and practicing with a bow, using short-distance repeti...

This episode of Bama Wallhangers features Cody Hall, a Buckmasters representative, discussing his journey from growing up as a South Mississippi hunter to working for one of the most recognizable names in the outdoor industry. Cody explains how Buckmasters began more than 40 years ago with Jackie Bushman and evolved from television competitions and print magazines into a broader media brand that i...

In this episode, Nick explores the sensory and cultural experiences that define autumn, from seasonal preparations to culinary delights, and how to mentally embrace the season's unique flavor. Attribution Code "Slow Burn" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Head to www.mybookie.ag , use...

In the final installment of The Becoming Series , Jeremy takes a step back from the pursuit and asks a bigger question: What are we actually leaving behind? Looking back on memories of hunting and growing up with his dad, Jeremy reflects on how hindsight changes the way we see the moments we once took for granted. We’re never guaranteed another hunt, another conversation, another opening morning,...

Some of the best deer habitat isn’t on giant farms - it’s built one pond, one apple tree, and one overlooked bedding pocket at a time. Dan Johnson and Adam Larson break down how a 35-acre Wisconsin property becomes a legit buck magnet when you combine food, cover, access, and a little obsession. Adam shares the real-world habitat decisions behind his place in Columbia County, from a 20-by-30 pond...