Wired To Hunt Podcast

On today's episodes, Tony breaks down why consuming hunting content can be great for entertainment and some education, but how it also represents an edited reality that isn't overly relatable to most hunters. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hunting Public’s, Aaron Warbritton, is one of the best deer hunters in the country. On this episode, he explains why he loves winter scouting so much, and how he decides which types of findings will benefit him most come fall. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony discusses how shed hunting is more than just an effort to find some bone. It's also a way to train yourself to look for details, and to get really good with your binoculars, both of which will help you when you're actually whitetail hunting. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 Lybarger of The Native Habitat Project to explore the potential for managing our whitetail properties with a holistic native ecosystem focus and the tools and tactics for doing that. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony explains how we are often our own worst enemy when it comes to presence in the deer woods. He also argues that the winter-scouting window of time we have right now, is a gift that we can use to help us avoid burning out our spots come fall. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 Bobby Kendal and Toby Stay, of The Whitetail Group, to discuss their extremely strategic approach to building elite whitetail hunting properties. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony discusses how a general understanding of the land, and the habitats available, allow hunters to figure deer out more effectively no matter what specific properties they end up hunting throughout the season. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show I’m joined by Jared Van Hees, host of the Habitat Podcast, to discuss small property land improvements, soil conserving food plot practices, and more of what he's done to enjoy whitetail success on his 15 acre farm. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony outlines his approach to shed hunting from February to April, and explains why it doesn't really matter if you find any antlers or not - as long as you're getting out there with a plan. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 Mark Drury’s farm managers Wade Robinson and Perry Battin to discuss the habitat strategies they employ to create world class wildlife habitat and whitetail hunting opportunities. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony breaks down why we do what we do, just to try to kill a deer. He explains why it's important to acknowledge the effort necessary to be a successful deer hunter, and offers up a few ways to help everyone embrace the less-enjoyable aspects of pursuing whitetails. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we wrap up our Big Buck Breakdown series with the up and down three year story of Ross Hausmann's hunt for an Iowa giant known as Big Potatoes. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony breaks down why it shouldn't really matter too much to us where, or how, other people hunt. He argues we should focus more on working to enjoy our own hunting situations as much as possible. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we're continuing our big buck breakdown series and we're chatting with Shawn Luchtel of Heartland Bowhunter about his four experience chasing a giant Missouri whitetail he called Caesar. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony explains how some of our deer hunting beliefs that we know are true, actually aren't - and how that can hold us back on our quest to get better at the whitetail game. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 diehard DIY bowhunter Justin Hollandsworth of Whitetail Addictions to break down his four year up and down journey chasing a ghost buck he called Woody. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony discusses how tough whitetails really are, and how knowing that can shape our decisions as hunters. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, to kick off a month of big buck breakdowns, I’m joined by Tyler Utter to dive deep into the 6 year story of a giant Ohio whitetail and the strategies he ultimately used to kill his biggest buck to date. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tony discusses how reflecting on this past fall can help you structure the 2023 season in such a way that it should be more fulfilling and enjoyable. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 K.C. Smith and Tyler Jones of The Element to break down their seven state road trip this hunting season and the lessons they learned chasing whitetails across the country. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony discusses the reality of hunting pressure on late-season deer. Throughout, he breaks down how to minimize the pressure you put on the whitetails so that you can have productive sits right up until the closing bell. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pennsylvania's, Beau Martonik, is a podcast host, outdoor writer, and public land hunting expert who spends much of his fall targeting big woods deer on ground that is open to anyone. On this episode Martonik breaks down his strategy for nailing down food sources, and finding current deer movement, on public land as the season winds to a close. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the FINAL episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Maryland, Georgia, Mississippi, and West Virginia. Right now you’re either you’re chasing the Southern Rut, or you’re trying to fill a tag in the frigid north. Hunters this week talk about the giant cold front pushing in and the value of natural food sources in the late season. The Elementyoutube.com Wired To Hunt | MeatEater Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony breaks down the realities of late-season hunting, and offers up some insight on how to make the quest for a buzzer beater deer as enjoyable as possible. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, I'm breaking down the three year story of my hunt for Junior and the tactics that helped me kill this 5.5 year old Michigan buck on a small property. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the FIFTEENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Alabama, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. It’s the late SZN for many, but the rut is popping if you’re in the right pockets! Hunters this week talk about the impact of late rut dates across the country on the December hunting as well as the value of cold weather dates. I Started A Fight… And Took My Biggest Buck!Bear Grease | MeatEater PodcastsCorner-Cutting Winds: A Killer Way to Fool Big Bucks Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony explains why it's beneficial for bowhunters to rifle or muzzleloader hunt, and vice versa. This weapon switch-up strategy can help all hunters better understand deer behavior throughout the entire season. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, guest host Tony Peterson chats with Wired to Hunt contributor, Alex Gyllstrom. Throughout this episode they discuss hot and cold streaks, and how they've both found ways to end a whitetail slump where it felt like they'd never kill another buck. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the FOURTEENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Washington, Oklahoma, Florida, and Pennsylvania. It’s the late SZN for many, but the rut is popping if you’re in the right pockets! Hunters this week talk about the impact of snow and cold weather on the December hunting as well as the value of good food as the landscape turns to grey. Why December Deer Hunting Can Be Amazing (or Terrible) Element Podcast - Public Land Tactics How to Field Dress a Deer with Steven Rinella - MeatEateryoutu.be Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony goes deeper into the world of hunting does. He explains why they are a real challenge in so many hunting situations, and why you can't really be a good hunter without understanding how all of the deer behave - not just the bucks. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 Brennen Nading and Michael Mancl of The Breaking Point TV to discuss their top tactics for killing late season bucks in real world DIY situations. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the TWELFTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in MISSISSIPPI, COOLORADO, MINNESOTA, and TEXAS! Surprisingly, hunters remarked at the late rut movement they’ve experienced this SZN. Scrapes seemed to come up quite a few times, as well as good food sources. If you can line up food, bedding, and buck sign, it would seem you’re in for a December to remember!Podcasttheelementwild.com How to Bow Hunt During the Gun Season Louisiana Spearfishing | MeatEater Season 11 Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony lays out a case for why we should give does far more credit than we do. He also explains how the challenge of killing mature does can make you a better buck hunter. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 diehard bowhunter, writer, and podcaster Clint Casper to discuss his top tactics for killing late rut and late season whitetails. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the TWELFTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in ALABAMA, WISCONSIN, PENNSYLVANIA, and TENNESSEE. The country is in turmoil, but not because of Elon or political pundits. It’s full-fledge deer season, with ruts, post ruts, pre ruts, archery season, gun season, late season; almost everything that can happen in the deer woods is happening currently. Are you setting yourself up to capitalize on the moment?WE FOUND THE GIANT FROM LAST YEAR!!! | Bow Hunting From The Ground | Spot and StalkCamping HACKS for DIY Whitetail Hunts Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony breaks down his rut hunt and explains why we should all do a little reflecting on this year's successes and failures, so that we can all have more fun next November. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 answer a whole pile of listener questions about hunting the rut, lockdown, late November/post-rut tactics and a whole bunch more. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the ELEVENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Wyoming, Illinois, Kansas, and Rhode Island. Are we in lockdown? I think we’re in lockdown. Maybe we aren’t in lockdown! It’s a great (and arguably the best) week to be in the whitetail woods! Hunters this week have some encouraging thoughts on how to hunt big bucks doing big buck things in the third week of November. https://www.themeateater.com/wired-to-hunt/whitetail-hunting/do-you-really-need-to-sit-all-day-to-kill-a-rutting-buck https://www.themeateater.com/listen/wired-to-hunt/ep-597-rut-hunting-lessons-successes-and-sorrows https://youtu.be/qhXum9FATAY Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony breaks down what happens in mid-November as the rut starts to wind down, and the hunting pressure from the archery and firearm crowd causes the deer to seek sanctuaries. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show Mark shares the story of his week hunting the whitetail rut in Nebraska and Ohio, the tactics he used to find success, and the lessons he 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 MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the TENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Texas, North Dakota, Kentucky, and Iowa. We’re in the thick of it now! It seems this past week you’re either HOT, or you’re not. With looming colder temps before us, hunters this week have some encouraging thoughts on working around the weather and the moon to capitalize on big bucks doing big buck things in the second week of November. https://youtu.be/qhXum9FATAY https://www.themeateater.com/hunt/whitetail-deer/when-to-abandon-your-rut-hunting-plan https://www.themeateater.com/listen/wired-to-hunt Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, Tony discusses a common rut mistake many hunters make, which is to look for deer concentrations when they might be better off looking for fewer deer in the right spots. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 diehard bowhunter Skip Sligh to discuss his top tactics for hunting the rut from Michigan to Iowa and points in between. AND we've got a surprise guest joining us for a rut kick-off intro as well! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the NINTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Arkansas, Michigan, Ohio, and Colorado. Early November is the heat of the rut, however hunters this season are going to encounter super hot temperatures as well. This week we talk to hunters who have some unique takes on warm weather rut action.https://www.themeateater.com/wired-to-hunt/whitetail-hunting/5-mistakes-hunters-make-during-the-rut https://www.themeateater.com/listen/wired-to-hunt/ep-591-patterning-bucks-during-the-rut-and-beyondhttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheElementHunting Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Tony discusses a problem that plagues a lot of whitetail hunters, which is that they want a hunt to happen a certain way, in a specific spot. This tends to influence their hunting decisions in a negative way. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 Jeff Sturgis to discuss his in-depth perspective on patterning bucks during the rut and his process for dialing in a plan for bucks at all times of year. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the EIGHTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Georgia, and Minnesota. The last week in October means we finally get to see some true rut action! However, unseasonably warm temps can put a damper on buck movement. This week we talk to hunters who have some unique tactics to circumvent the problems of these hot late October days.The Element Podcast- Small Adjustments, Big Payoffs South Dakota Buck From The Ground! Is Late October The New November For Whitetail Hunters?(Mark Kenyon) Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Tony breaks down the different ways in which you can get your buck out of the woods, no matter where he dies. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram 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 Jake Bush to dive deep into his process for patterning big public land bucks. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the SEVENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in New Jersey, Maine, Alabama, and South Dakota. With the “October lull” in full effect we talk to hunters in the field and discuss whether there is a lull along with tactics used to be successful at this point in the season. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Connect with K.C. and Tyler at The Element via Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.