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Wired To Hunt Podcast
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.
Episodes
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Ep. 550: Foundations - Animals Are Assh@$*es
On this week’s show, Tony discusses how animals are all kind of assholes, including whitetails. Understanding this trait in deer is a great step toward…
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Ep. 549: Whitetail Management and the Future of Deer with Jason Sumners
On today’s episode, Tony speaks with Dr. Jason Sumners, who is the Branch Science Division Chief for the Missouri Department of Conservation, and is a wealth…
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Ep. 548: The Truth About Whitetail Scenting and Hearing Abilities with Karl Miller
On this week’s show, guest host Tony Peterson speaks with Dr. Karl Miller about his years of deer research. They also dive into what the science says about how…
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Ep. 547: Foundations - Just Hunting Something Else
On today’s show, Tony talks about why it’s beneficial to expand your hunting horizons beyond whitetails - and how doing so can make you more lethal in the deer…
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Ep. 546: The Story of Deer Survival - Whitetail Anatomy Lessons with Justin Brown
On this week’s episode, Tony chats with Dr. Justin Brown about his research on viruses, disease pathology, and whitetail anatomy. Brown’s research…
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Ep. 545: Foundations - A Weird Way to Become a Better Deer Hunter
On today’s show, Tony explains how a few non-hunting related decisions in his life led him down the path to not only enjoy deer hunting more, but to also…
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Ep. 545: The Science Behind CWD, Fawn Mortality, and Mature Buck Movement with Mike Chamberlain
On today’s episode, Tony speaks with Dr. Michael Chamberlain about a variety of research projects he has been involved in, all of which teach us about…
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Ep. 544: Foundations - You Do You
On today’s episode, Tony explains why whitetail hunting success always ultimately comes from your personal goals and efforts, and not some outside…
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Ep. 543: What Whitetails Really See & How We Know It with Bradley Cohen
On today’s show, Tony speaks with Dr. Bradley Cohen about his research into whitetail vision and how we have come to know so much about what deer can…
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Ep. 542: Foundations - Rabbits With Antlers
On this week’s show, Tony explains why even the smartest bucks are still really just rabbits with antlers, and why acknowledging that can help you be a…
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Ep. 541: Can Whitetail Science Make You a Better Deer Hunter?
Today on the show I’m joined by Tony Peterson to explore if, why, and how a deep-dive into whitetail science and biology can help you become a better…
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Ep. 540: Foundations - How (and Why) to Take Summer Deer Inventory
On today’s show, Tony discusses the tactic of using trail cameras to take deer inventory throughout the summer, even if you don’t own or have…
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Ep. 539: Is it OK to be a Just Okay Hunter?
This week on the show I'm joined by four hunters who've decided it's time to embrace being an "okay hunter" and all the fun, fumbles, and failures that come…
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Ep. 538: Foundations - Shoot Smarter, Not Harder
On today’s episode, Tony discusses how to make each practice shot count regardless of whether you’re using a bow, muzzleloader, or rifle. Connect…
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Ep. 537: Raising Outdoors Kids - A Mark and Dan Progress Report
This week on the show I'm joined by Dan Johnson to check-in on our progress attempting to raise outdoor kids and the lessons we've learned over the last 10…
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Ep. 536: Foundations - It’s Time To Start Shooting
On this week’s episode, Tony makes a compelling argument that all of us should dedicate ourselves to a target practice regimen, regardless of our weapon…
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Ep. 535: Tackling Target Panic and Rebuilding My Shooting Process with Joel Turner
Today on the show, I’m joined by archery coach and SHOT IQ founder Joel Turner to discuss my experiences battling target panic over the years and what I…
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Ep. 534: Foundations - Building a Better Bow, Part 2
On today’s show, Tony discusses bow rests, quivers, and stabilizers and why whitetail hunters should really consider what bow accessories they choose…
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Ep. 533: A Deer Hunter's Guide to Planting and Improving Native Grass Habitats with Chris McLeland
Today on the show, we’re discussing why, where, and how to plant native grass habitat for deer and deer hunting, and other wildlife, and joining me to…
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Ep. 532: Foundations - Build a Better Bow, Part 1
On this week’s show, Tony discusses bow sight and peep sight choice and how each can affect a hunter’s ability to shoot well during hunting season…
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Ep. 531: Planting Trees for Wildlife with Bob and Iain Wallace
Today on the show we're talking trees; why they’re valuable to wildlife, where to plant them, and how to do it well. To help us have that conversation…
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Ep. 530: Foundations - Off-Season Scouting, One Last Time
On this week’s show, Tony makes the case that there is still a little bit of time left to get out and wrap up your winter scouting duties. Connect with…
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Ep. 529: Working the Land for Southern Whitetails with Mark Haslam
Today on the show, I'm joined by Mark Haslam, the 2019 NDA Deer Manager of the Year, to discuss his experiences, lessons learned, and best practices for…
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Ep. 528: Foundations - When the Land Buying Dream Turns Into a Nightmare
On today’s show, Tony follows up last week’s episode with some cautionary tales, and advice, for anyone interested in buying a little piece of deer…
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Ep. 527: The Kansas 80 Case Study in Land Management with Nate and Thomas Krick
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…
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Ep. 526: Foundations - The Realities of Buying Your Own Deer Ground
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…
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Ep. 525: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Average Joe Whitetail Habitat Work
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…
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Ep.524: Foundations - Does Anyone Really Need a New Bow?
On today’s episode, Tony breaks down the annual conundrum bowhunter’s face after the year’s newest flagship bows are released. Connect with…
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Ep. 523: 10 Books Every Aspiring Conservationist Should Read with Ed Roberson
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…
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Ep. 522: Foundations- Gobbler Hunting Sessions and Deer Hunting Lessons
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…
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Ep. 521: How to Live a Life Dedicated to Hunting, Fishing, and Conservation with T. Edward Nickens
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…
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Ep. 520: Foundations - Turkey Road Trips and the Whitetail Connection
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…
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Ep. 519: How to Hunt AND Save Grassland Habitat for Whitetails with Torin Miller and Bethany Erb
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…
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Ep. 518: Foundations - The Finer Details of Winter Scouting
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…
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Ep. 517: Aldo Leopold's Conservation Lessons For Modern Hunters With Stanley Temple and Doug Duren
Today we’re exploring the life, legacy, and teachings of one of the godfathers of modern game management and conservation - Aldo Leopold. And ultimately…
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Ep. 516: Foundations - Big Picture Winter Scouting
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…
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Ep. 515: 2022 State of the Whitetail Union With Kip Adams
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…
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Ep. 514: Foundations - How to Train a Shed Antler Dog
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…
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Ep. 513: Whitetail Therapy Session with Tony Peterson
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…
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Ep. 512: Foundations - Shed Hunting with a Purpose
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…
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Ep. 511: First Deer Stories on the Back 40 with Evan Barrett, Forest Wagoner, and Hank Forester
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…
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Ep. 510: Foundations - What Shed Antlers Can Tell You
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…
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Ep. 509: Andy May - The BEST Reason to Take Your Whitetail Game On the Road
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…
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Ep. 508: Foundations - What Makes Shed Antlers So Cool
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…
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Ep. 507: K.C. Smith - Planning the Perfect Over-The-Road Whitetail Hunt
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…
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Ep. 506: Foundations - Whitetail Hunt Planning Done Right
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…
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Ep. 505: Behind the Scenes Big Buck Management and My Wisconsin Hunt with Tom Indrebo
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…
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Ep. 504: Foundations - Should You Travel to Hunt Whitetails?
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…
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Ep. 503: From Whitetails to Tahr with Traditional Archer Bre Lewis
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…
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Ep. 502: Foundations - Whitetail Gear Tear-Down Time
On today’s episode of Foundations, Tony explains why every whitetail hunter should think about gear in the immediate off-season, in order to set themselves up…
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Ep. 501: Kayaking For Alabama Public Land Bucks with Parker McDonald
This week on the show, I'm joined by Parker McDonald of the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast to recap my Alabama public land deer hunting adventure, and the…
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Ep. 500: Foundations - It's Time For a Little Deer Hunting Self-Reflection
This week, Tony explores the topic of thinking back on last season, and how the successes and failures of the season can be used to shape a better plan for the…
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Ep. 499: Mules, Mountains, and My Arkansas Hunting Adventure with Clay Newcomb
This week on the show, I'm joined by Clay Newcomb to recap my mule-back public land Arkansas deer hunting adventure and the lessons I learned about hunting the…
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Ep. 498: Foundations - Last Chance For a Slow (Deer) Dance
On this week's episode, Tony discusses what you have to do in order to end the season with a filled tag on a buzzer-beater deer. Connect with Wired To Hunt and…
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Ep. 497: My Experience Tracking Big Woods Bucks in Maine with Hal Blood
Today on the show, I’m joined by legendary big woods tracker Hal Blood to recap my recent hunt in Maine and the lessons I learned about tracking deer in the…
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Ep. 496: Rut Fresh Radio 12/22/2021 - The Final Episode of 2021
This is the 12/22/21 episode of Rut Fresh Radio! In each show, Spencer interviews hunters across the country to get the latest intel on whitetail buck…
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Ep. 495: Foundations - Building a Late-Season Bowhunting Strategy
On today’s episode, Tony makes the case for ignoring most of the conventional late-season hunting advice to build a plan that takes into account the reality of…
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Ep. 494: My Face to Face Whitetail Experience with a Decoy with Tony Trietch
This week on the show, I'm recapping my incredible experience chasing rutting whitetails on the ground with a hand-held decoy in Nebraska and the lessons I…
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Ep. 493: Rut Fresh Radio 12/15/2021 - December Optimism
This is the 12/15/21 episode of Rut Fresh Radio! In each show, Spencer interviews hunters across the country to get the latest intel on whitetail buck…
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Ep. 492: Foundations - Muzzleloader Hunting Strategies, Part 2
On this episode of Wired to Hunt Foundations, Tony talks about a couple different hunting strategies that are not only perfect for muzzleloader hunting, but…