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Wired To Hunt Podcast

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Dive deep into the world of whitetails with leading experts Mark Kenyon, Tony Peterson, and Jake Hofer. Each episode covers specific and actionable strategies for the next generation of whitetail hunting addicts. Get your fix through the stories of the hosts experiences as a whitetail hunters and valuable insights provided by a weekly slate of expert guests. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

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MeatEater

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 527: The Kansas 80 Case Study in Land Management with Nate and Thomas Krick 07.04.2022

Today on the show I’m joined by Nate and Thomas Krick, hosts of Identical Draw, to discuss their experience as young 20 somethings diving headfirst into whitetail land management and their hard learned lessons managing their family’s new 80 acre farm.   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram...

Ep. 526: Foundations - The Realities of Buying Your Own Deer Ground 05.04.2022

On today’s show, Tony discusses the land-buying dream that most deer hunters have (and how to make it happen with a limited budget).    Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 525: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Average Joe Whitetail Habitat Work 31.03.2022

This week on the show, Tony Peterson and I break down our real-world experiences dabbling in whitetail habitat management -- the good, the bad, the ugly, and what we've learned along the way.   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.c...

Ep.524: Foundations - Does Anyone Really Need a New Bow? 29.03.2022

On today’s episode, Tony breaks down the annual conundrum bowhunter’s face after the year’s newest flagship bows are released.    Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 523: 10 Books Every Aspiring Conservationist Should Read with Ed Roberson 24.03.2022

Today I'm joined by Ed Roberson of the Mountain & Prairie Podcast to discuss our top book (and other media) recommendations for those of you who want to dive deeper into the world of conservation - ranging from public lands history, to endangered species, water conservation, big game management, and more.    Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,...

Ep. 522: Foundations- Gobbler Hunting Sessions and Deer Hunting Lessons 22.03.2022

On this week's episode, Tony explains what a turkey hunter can learn about deer while chasing gobblers in the spring woods.    Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 521: How to Live a Life Dedicated to Hunting, Fishing, and Conservation with T. Edward Nickens 17.03.2022

This week on the show I’m joined by author, writer, and total outdoorsman T. Edward Nickens, to discuss what it actually looks like to live a life dedicated to hunting, fishing, and conservation and what small steps we can add to our daily lives to ensure our outdoor lifestyle in the future. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Ins...

Ep. 520: Foundations - Turkey Road Trips and the Whitetail Connection 15.03.2022

On today’s episode, Tony makes the case that if you want to take your whitetail hunting on the road, you should start with a spring trip dedicated to finding a longbeard. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnys...

Ep. 519: How to Hunt AND Save Grassland Habitat for Whitetails with Torin Miller and Bethany Erb 10.03.2022

This week on the show, Tony Peterson and I break down why we love hunting grassy habitats for deer, from Midwest CRP fields to the plains out West, and discuss our best practices for success in these areas. Then we're joined by Torin Miller of the NDA and Bethany Erb from Pheasants Forever to explore the significant threats these ecosystems currently face across the country and a potential opportu...

Ep. 518: Foundations - The Finer Details of Winter Scouting 08.03.2022

On today’s episode, Tony takes winter scouting to a granular level to explain what sign you should look for and what your findings mean for your upcoming fall hunts. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio...

Ep. 517: Aldo Leopold's Conservation Lessons For Modern Hunters With Stanley Temple and Doug Duren 03.03.2022

Today we’re exploring the life, legacy, and teachings of one of the godfathers of modern game management and conservation - Aldo Leopold. And ultimately, discussing why this stuff still matters for today's hunters and anglers. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Lea...

Ep. 516: Foundations - Big Picture Winter Scouting 01.03.2022

Today’s show is all about taking a broad view of winter scouting. Tony goes through the process of starting your winter scouting sessions, and explains how time spent in the woods right now can lead to better deer hunting this fall. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about you...

Ep. 515: 2022 State of the Whitetail Union With Kip Adams 24.02.2022

Today on the show, I’m joined by Kip Adams of the National Deer Association to explore the current state of whitetail deer and deer hunting across the country and the news, trends, and issues we need to pay attention to in 2022. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch L...

Ep. 514: Foundations - How to Train a Shed Antler Dog 22.02.2022

On this week’s episode, Tony breaks down the strategy for training a dog to find shed antlers through nose-work and visuals. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 513: Whitetail Therapy Session with Tony Peterson 17.02.2022

Today on the show, Mark talks with his new therapist, Tony Peterson, about what he learned about whitetails -- and himself -- over his most demanding season ever. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwor...

Ep. 512: Foundations - Shed Hunting with a Purpose 15.02.2022

On today’s show, Tony discusses how to plan shed hunting routes, and figure out the best timing for your antler finding missions. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Ep. 511: First Deer Stories on the Back 40 with Evan Barrett, Forest Wagoner, and Hank Forester 10.02.2022

Today on the show, we're talking new hunter mentorship, getting you updated on what’s happened with the Back 40 in 2021, and then diving into a couple great stories about two new hunters that I had the privilege of helping mentor on their first successful deer hunts. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitt...

Ep. 510: Foundations - What Shed Antlers Can Tell You 08.02.2022

This week on the show, Tony Peterson reminds us that shed antlers are more than cool trinkets, and walks us through how much we can learn from shed antlers, even on land we can't hunt. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork...

Ep. 509: Andy May - The BEST Reason to Take Your Whitetail Game On the Road 03.02.2022

On today's show, guest host Tony Peterson talks with Michigan's Andy May about planning his whitetail hunts around whether they'll not only be worth the time and effort, but more importantly, will help him level up his deer game.  Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your...

Ep. 508: Foundations - What Makes Shed Antlers So Cool 01.02.2022

On this week’s episode, Tony explores the topics of why sheds are fascinating to us as hunters, and he dives into the science behind the timing of the antler drop. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.c...

Ep. 507: K.C. Smith - Planning the Perfect Over-The-Road Whitetail Hunt 27.01.2022

On today's episode, K.C. Smith of The Element discusses how he decides to hunt a specific state, and how he really narrows down his research to focus on individual tracts of public land.  Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetw...

Ep. 506: Foundations - Whitetail Hunt Planning Done Right 25.01.2022

This week on Foundations, Tony breaks down his process for planning over-the-road whitetail hunts so that he has the best odds of not only killing a buck, but enjoying his time afield. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork...

Ep. 505: Behind the Scenes Big Buck Management and My Wisconsin Hunt with Tom Indrebo 20.01.2022

This week on the show, we're exploring the story of how our current midwestern big buck management culture got its start in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, Tom Indrebo's impact on all the above, and my experience hunting with one of the forefathers of modern deer hunting. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitt...

Ep. 504: Foundations - Should You Travel to Hunt Whitetails? 18.01.2022

On today’s show, Tony discusses the considerations every whitetail hunter should make while kicking around the idea of taking their hunting over the road for the first time. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See om...

Ep. 503: From Whitetails to Tahr with Traditional Archer Bre Lewis 13.01.2022

This week on the show, guest host Tony Peterson talks to traditional archer Bre Lewis about the ways hunting has influenced her life, and ultimately led her to become a guide in New Zealand. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastn...

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