Wired To Hunt Podcast

This week on the show we’re continuing our new series exploring the habits, mindsets, methods, and routines of the best deer hunters in the world. Up next is Andrae D'Acquisto. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch and MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony explains how there is usually some limiting factor in a buck's life that will push him to make riskier decisions, and how it's our job to scout until we find those things. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we’re continuing our new series exploring the habits, mindsets, methods, and routines of the best deer hunters in the world. Up next is Ben Rising. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony explains how we sabotage our future hunting selves by not running through deer hunting scenarios during our summer scouting sessions. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we’re kicking off a new series exploring the habits, mindsets, methods, and routines of the best deer hunters in the world. Up first is John Eberhart. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony discusses how a change in mindset and an acknowledgement of our personal advantages in whitetail hunting, and lead to a more enjoyable and successful season. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony talks with New Jersey bowhunter, Greg Litzinger, about a tree stand fall he experienced that nearly took him out of the game forever. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony talks about how most hunters don't practice enough throughout the summer. He breaks down why a little extra effort, and an attention to the conditions, can help most bowhunters level up their accuracy game during the off-season. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, guest host Tony Peterson talks to New York whitetail hunter, Tim Kent. In the last decade, Kent's wife has battled cancer twice, which has forced him to reassess his priorities in life, as well as his approach to the outdoors. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony talks about how whitetail hunters are losing opportunities in a way that we've only really previously seen out west, and why we should all be paying attention to this trend. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, guest host Tony Peterson talks to Missouri bowhunter Zach Fleer about his recent kidney transplant and how the experience changed him as a father, a husband, and a hunter. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony discusses early summer scouting and how it can be far more beneficial than just starting to build a hit list, as long as you take the right approach to your time in the field. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Tony talks to 9/11 survivor, Will Jimeno, about his struggle with survivor's guilt and how his experience changed him fundamentally as a father, husband, and as a bowhunter. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony explores the idea of embracing low odds hunts, and holding yourself accountable for your hunting decisions even when it would be easy to quit. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show Mark and Tony walk through the deer hunting gear they'll be using in 2024 and breakdown exactly why they chose each item. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony talks about mineral licks, supplemental feeding, and food plots. He discusses the pros and cons of each, and explains why we generally don't need to provide extra food and minerals for the herd. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show Mark's running solo for a special listener Q&A session covering everything from specific hunting tactics to the possible downsides of hunting media, whitetail book recommendations, and more. Sign up to Work for Wildlife Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony breaks down how to not only evaluate whether you're using the right tools for scouting and hunting, but also to figure out ways to use them more effectively. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, we're joined by Jake Hofer of The Land Podcast to discuss everything you need to know to buy a great deer hunting property. Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony discusses the importance of good hunting buddies, and how their value extends far beyond just being another person to do deer chores with or bounce ideas off of. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, I'm joined by Weston Paul of MTN Tough. We're discussing the many ways that a running habit can make you a better hunter, and best practices for ramping up your training on trails, with races, and other next level approaches to becoming more physically and mentally tough. To use the 30 Day Free Trial to MTNTOUGH use promo code: WIRED or visit this redemption link: http://lab.mtntough.com/checkout/subscribe/purchase?code=wired&plan=monthly Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony discusses how people are generally stressed out and anxious these days, and how it has been clinically proven that time in the outdoors is almost like medicine when it comes to our pursuit of happiness. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony and I break down our top 12 book recommendations for hunters and anglers. Books Mentioned: Trout Bum by John GierachAt the Grave of the Unknown Fisherman by John GierachTrue North by Jim HarrisonA Hunter's Heart collected by David PetersenThe Gentle Giant of Time by Gene HillWhitetail Access by Chris EberhartThe Old Man and the Boy by Robert RoarkDeath in the Long Grass by Peter Hathaway CapstickShould the Tent Be Burning Like That? by Bill HeaveyMercy on Beeson's Partridge by Sydney LeaMeat Eater by Steven RinellaAmerican Buffalo by Steven RinellaMan-Eating Leopard of Rudrapravang by Jim CorbettNo Beast So Fierce by Dane HuckelbridgeThe Tiger by John VaillantA Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony explains how hunters should try to understand why thinking only like a predator, and not a prey animal, can really hold you back in the whitetail woods. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, we discuss how to make a living in a conservation related field, as well as advice for becoming a more effective volunteer conservationist and advocate, with Chris Borgatti of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and Matt Ross of the National Deer Association. Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony talks about hunting regrets big and small, and how can analyze our decisions to make better choices going forward. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show we explore the increasing challenges of getting hunting permission in the current times and specific ideas and strategies for gaining access, with Spencer Neuharth. Get the Wired to Hunt hat before it's gone! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony discusses how often we think we understand big buck patterns, but we really don't. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I'm joined by Tony Hansen to discuss everything you need to know to decide if a lease is right for you, and how to get one. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony discusses how to scout right now to figure out not only how the deer have been avoiding your stand sites, but what you can do to make sure it doesn't happen again this season. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I am joined by my pal Tony Peterson to discuss how lateral thinking and the fostering of diverse new skills and pursuits can help you become a better deer hunter. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony dives into the topic of game management and how hunters should try to not only understand why management decisions are made, but how to work with the results even if they don't seem favorable. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, we discuss trophy hunting, our big game record keeping system and its conservation underpinnings, and the implications all of this has on our hunting culture. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony talks about how his trail camera strategy keeps evolving, and why whitetail hunters might want to consider leaving out the digital scouters for months at a time. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I’m joined by Andrew McKean, Hunting and Conservation Editor for Outdoor Life, for an important conversation about the future of our hunting culture. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony discusses how all of us can make our hunting more affordable, which is a top-of-mind issue for plenty of whitetail junkies these days. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is dedicated to the spring turkey hunters who have to deal with plenty of competition in the woods. Throughout, Tony breaks down why conventional hunting advice often doesn't cut it, and what you should really be thinking about if you're after a pressured tom. Shop Turkey Week Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Marcus Lashley of the University of Florida to discuss the concerning state of wild turkeys across North America and what we can do to help reverse recent declines. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Foundations, Tony goes deep into the various calls turkeys make, and how hunters should commit themselves to learning the long beard language in order to be more successful in the spring. Shop Turkey Week Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony makes the case that traveling to scout is a great way to run a dress rehearsal for a later hunt. He also explains why March is the perfect month to take your whitetail scouting on the road. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Foundation's is all about turkey decoys, and how Tony uses various spreads from opening day throughout the end of the season to kill birds while bowhunting, and running and gunning with a shotgun. Shop Turkey Week Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I’m joined by my good buddies, Dan Johnson and Tony Peterson, to discuss the present and future status of our hunting culture. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony talks about how a "goblin shelf" can help you become a better deer hunter by fostering curiosity in all facets of nature. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I’m joined by the one and only Dr. Craig Harper to discuss his recommendations for managing our hunting properties to benefit the greatest number of species in the greatest number of ways. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony explains not only why exploring water access is a good idea for all whitetail hunters, but also why this is the perfect time of year to start planning out your entrance and exit routes. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I’m joined by Thomas Mlsna, whitetail coach and habitat consultant at The Untamed Ambition, to discuss his unique approach to sustainable habitat management. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony talks about how whitetail hunters should consider predator species and densities, when thinking about their fall strategies. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I’m joined by Tony Peterson to discuss new ideas for better deer scouting, our latest shed hunting exploits, and my first mountain lion hunt. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony breaks down the reasons behind why hunters should try hard to understand soft and hard edges, and how whitetails relate to them across the country. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show I’m joined by Kyle Perry of Dreamland Wildlife Properties to answer your top habitat management questions. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.