Dr. Stephen Ditchkoff of Auburn University Deer Lab is leading some of the top deer research studies in the nation. In today’s podcast, he answers questions about controlled burns, how to create more (and better) food sources for deer, what makes a good mother doe,

Hear from expert trapper Alan Probst the best traps, bait and more to set for predators that will help deer and turkey populations.

Hook and Barrel founder John Radzwilla tells Dan Schmidt how he went from working in the fashion industry to getting hooked on the outdoor lifestyle. They also get deep discussing anti-hunting sentiment, why it happens, and how to combat it.

Jason Brenic and Dan Schmidt discuss their strategies when hunting from ground blinds including when to set up a blind, how to hide them, how long you can leave them outside, scent control and more in this podcast.

Brad Rucks and Dan Schmidt reminisce on 20 years of filming deer hunts on television. They reflect on some of their hunting stories, the difficulties of getting a shot on film, memories with some of our past contributors, and what they’ve learned about deer and deer hunting in the last two decades.

We’re talking turkey today! Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Pete Muller from the National Wild Turkey Federation to explore the pressing issues surrounding wild turkey populations. We'll delve into whether the national turkey population is on the decline and examine the reasons behind low turkey numbers in certain areas. Pete will shed light on the primary predators threatening turkey nests and poults, discuss the impact of reduced trapping on turkey populations, and share expert advice on maintaining and improving turkey habitats.

Award-winning outdoor writer Richard Smith gives his expert advice on tracking wounded deer from how to identify where you hit the animal, when to start tracking and follow-up shots. He also provides his thoughts on antler point restrictions, baiting and the spread of deer diseases.

Ammo expert J.J. Reich is on the podcast with the best bullets, an exciting update on a muzzleloading game-changer, and how this turkey load can kill gobblers at longer distances than ever before.