In this episode I'm Joined by Jeremy Dinsmore of Antler Up Podcast from PA. We dive in to some great conversation on season prep. Not just gear, but the mental aspect of what goes into a long season approach. From planning trips with your friends, to preparing your family for your adventures; this one is packed with some great insights you may not be prepared for.
In this episode, I’m joined by Jake Hofer from the Whtl Podcast to dig into what truly separates good hunters from great hunters. We break down the traits that define the best in the field, as a podcasting pioneer Jake has interviewed many of the best hunters out there. He shares some insights he's gained over the years on the importance of risk-taking and developing your own unique style, and why scouting and adaptability are critical for consistent success. We also explore the realities behind hunting “success stories” and the power of keeping a positive mindset in the woods. This episode is packed with some killer insights you wont want to miss, appreciate you guys tuning in!!
In this episode, I'm joined by Shan Twit of Mature Whitetail Strategies and team 200. As we deep dive into one of the most overlooked but critical aspects of deer hunting: access. We unpack what “bulletproof access” really means and how creative approaches can make or break your hunt. Shan shares insights on leveraging water for stealthy entrances, identifying underrated access routes, and how to slip in and out of a stand undetected. We also cover the differences between public and private land access and how to navigate hunting pressure in both worlds. Whether you're hunting pressured ground or a managed property, this episode is full of tactical gold you won't want to miss!
In this episode, we're joined by Durk Stark, founder of Stark Growth, to talk about what it takes to break into the hunting and outdoor industry. Durk shares his journey navigating the business side of the outdoors, how authentic relationships have shaped his career, and why passion is the foundation of long-term success.We dive into the evolution of outdoor marketing and engagement, how the hunting community has changed over time, and what newcomers should know if they want to make an impact. We also touch on the transformation of hunting gear, the shift from retail to online shopping, and how Durk balances his drive for business with family life and a love for the outdoors.Whether you're aiming to work in the industry or just curious about how it all works behind the scenes, this conversation is packed with real-world insights and inspiration.
Hey everybody, welcome back to the show. I’m excited about today’s episode because I’m joined by none other than Taylor Kollman from Minnesota. Taylor is the co-owner of Dialed Archery and Captured Creative—two names you’ve definitely heard if you’re anywhere in the world of bowhunting or outdoor media. We cover a lot of ground in this one, from public land hunting and how bowhunting has evolved for Taylor over the years, to gear preferences and hunting culture in Minnesota. We also dive into the origin story of Dialed Archery, how they approach customer experience and product development, and what it really means to build a brand that listens to its community. Plus, we get into some fun rapid-fire questions at the end that you won’t want to miss.
On todays episode I'm Joined by my good buddy Nate Shartzer of KY. Nate has been Mobile hunting for the past 2 seasons and always looking to learn and elevate his knowledge. i wanted to check in with him and see where he struggled and what's changed for him since he adapted to mobile style hunting. From gear to mindset we cover everything to help aid some of you that are newer to mobile hunting and looking to dial in your setups. Hope yall enjoy this one thanks for tuning in!
On today's episode I'm joined by Nick Miller of Ohio and host of the Venari Effect podcast. Nick has been a mobile hunter for a long time and travels out of state every year in the spring and fall. I wanted to pick his brain on the pros and cons of each of our states. KY vs OH is a debate many hunters have on which to hunt. Whether its to evade pressure or just the caliber of deer to chase. My hopes with this one are to help make you guys aware of the reality of hunting each of these states to help aid in your decision.
On todays episode I'm joined by my good buddy Hunter Aaron of Grunt Hunt Outdoors. Hunter is a Active duty Marine that has a ton of ambition to hunt multiple states and fill his tags accordingly. I was excited to pick his brain on how he manages to scout different state on limited time. This one is packed with some great intel for all of you guys traveling to scout and hunt out of state no matter how much free time you have.
Here's what to expect from EP.122
- Hunter's back round and how he got started mobile hunting
- Scouting and planning for success
- adapting to life on the road
- maximizing your scouting efficiency
- understanding different terrains and how it changes deer behavior
- the healing power of hunting and archery for veterans
On today's episode I'm joined by my good buddy Kaylan Pope of Alabama as we dive into a great discussion on turkey hunting. We cover a range of topics from hunting with friends and a small recap of how both of our seasons have gone. Hope yall enjoy this one as much as i did Kaylan is a wealth of knowledge and shares some great tips!!
Here's what you can expect from EP.121:
- turkey hunting tactics and strategies
- understanding turkey behavior
- learning through experience
- properly navigating terrain
- advice for new turkey hunters
On todays episode I'm joined again by Brent Davis of IL. We have a great conversation on land management and what you can be doing in the upcoming months. I learned a ton from Brent in this one and I hope yall do to!!
Here's what to expect from EP.120:
- turkey talk and how it's been lately for us
- native grasses and creating soft edge
- tree planting strategies and habitat improvements
- invasive species and how to control them
- mentorship and learning new strategies
- rapid fire questions
On today's episode I'm joined by Garrett Stoops of Ohio. Garret has got a great story to share with us all about a giant OH buck he chased for 6 years. This one is packed with highs and lows but it's a story I'm sure all of us can relate to about the journey of chasing 1 giant whitetail. Garretts buck ended up gross scoring in the 190s and i had no idea how many heart aches this guy went through with this buck until now. Hope yall enjoy this one, thanks for tuning in!!
On today's episode I'm joined By Adam Hayes Owner of Team 200 and The Moon guide. Adam is one of the most consistent big buck killers in the country with several B&C class deer under his belt and 4 over 200. I was really excited to have Adam join me for a great conversation on what he does to stack the odds in his favor and how he approaches his season year after year. This episode is absolutely packed with knowledge from the moon to finding giants and how he connects with them.
Here's what to expect from EP.118:
- Breaking down when to hunt the red moon
- Understanding deer behavior and movement
- Finding the kill spot and how to hunt it
- Scouting to find giants
- Managing scent and giving deer the wind
- timing your out of state hunts to give you the edge
- Adams favorite places to hunt and many more killer topics!!
On today's episode I'm joined by Mr. Steve Pinkston of Ohio. Steve owns and operates Hardcore E-Cycles and has been a diehard bowhunter for over 40 years. I was excited to pick Steve's brain on what components make an a e-bike stand apart from others. Also how he's been using them to aid in his success over the recent years. This one is packed with some great information not just about bikes but Steves approach to targeting giant whitetails. Here's what to expect from EP.117
- Key components that make a quality bike
- Hunting tactics and strategies using a bike
- Common questions and concerns customers have when buying
- Manicuring and tuning your properties for stealthy access/exit
- The importance of observing deer
- Evolving mindset over the years and memorable hunting stories
- many more great topics!!!
On today's episode I'm joined again by Brian Douglas of good sit mobile. I wanted to get into how brian scouts new pieces of public during spring to optimise his time spent outdoors. We get into a bunch of good topics. This one is a great mix of everything that makes spring great! Here's what to expect from EP.116
- Finding sheds and are they relevant to killing a buck
- Scouting for deer while turkey hunting
- The art of calling birds and decoy usage
- Creating engaging content and business insights
- Understanding deer behavior and using trail cameras properly
- Public land hunting insights and much more!
On today's episode I'm joined by Kerri McAllister of Kentucky. I was lucky enough to spend some time with Kerri scouting and got to learn alot about him and exactly what Green Berets do. This being said I was stoked to compare how mobile hunting applies to what he's learned in the service. Here's what to expect from EP.115
- The transition from military to hunting
- The evolution of hunting gear and what he's applied from his knowledge in the SF
- Mapping skills that transferred into hunting
- The importance of timing and applying certain strategies
- Guiding and finding purpose in the outdoors helping others
- Finding his tribe after leaving the service
- Tons of other great topics!!
On todays episode I'm joined by my good buddy Marty Cates of Indiana. Marty has been a consistent killer with over 30 years of bowhunting experience. I was really excited to pick his brain on whats changed for him over the years. From his approach to what gear he's changed and how hunting has evolved for him over his years bowhunting. Here's what to expect from ep.114:
- early experiences and mentorship
- adapting to pressure on private land
- finding what worked to give him consistency
- lessons learned from past to present
- what gear really made a difference in his success
- balancing life, family, and hunting
- tons of other great topics!
On today's episode I'm joined by Weston Homa of Pennsylvania. Weston has grown up hunting whitetails but wanted more adventure and challenge in his hunting so he's recently started traveling west to hunt Elk and Mule deer. From marathon running and training for these western trips he's developed a great mindset to help him be successful on these hunts and that's what i was excited to break down with him. Here's what you can expect from EP.113
- The transition from east coast into western hunting
- The work life balance and training required
- The importance of planning and goals
- Learning from previous experiences and failures
- Western hunting stories and Pa public land whitetail journey
On today's episode I'm Joined by Jake Berghuis of Michigan. Jake has been super consistent on public land in one of the most pressured areas of the country. I was excited to pick his brain and see what he's doing different and there's a ton of great knowledge shared on this one. Here's what to expect from EP.112
- Team driven hunting tactics
- Don't overthink what you're doing
- Similarities in motocross and mobile hunting
- Lessons learned over the years hunting Michigan
- The transition into out of state hunting
- The reality of hunting vs social media
On todays episode im joined by Kent Boucher of Iowa. Kent is a production manager at a native grass and flower farm. We break down why native grasses are so important and how they can help create the best cover for whitetails. later in the show we talk about some shed hunting stories and how Kent has got more into mobile hunting in the past few years. Here's what you can expect from this episode!
- what makes up quality habitat
- create food and cover with the right blends
- the role of food plots vs cover
- shed hunting tactics
- Genetics, nutrition and what makes big deer
- hunting stories and much more!
On today's episode I'm Joined by Jarrod Erdody of Michigan. Jerrod is a longtime outdoorsman and a wealth of knowledge. I was excited to have him join me and pick his brain on a few things life and hunting related. Hope yall enjoy this one, here's what to expect...
- Life and hunting balance
- Personal growth through the outdoors
- Elk hunting adventures and planning for them
- Passing on the love of the outdoors
- Many more great topics and rapid-fire questions
