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The Deer University podcast focuses on deer biology and management, featuring Drs. Jacob Dykes and Eric Michel, co-directors of the Mississippi State University Deer Lab. As hunters, deer biologists, and wildlife professors, they're passionate about bridging the gap between research and management. In each episode, they discuss the latest deer research from around the country, breaking it down to ... more

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Latest Episodes

Jacob and Eric sit down with Sam Overfors, a recent Deer Lab graduate, to discuss his work evaluating antipredator behavior in fawns. Sam used thermal drones and GPS collars to investigate how fawns move across the landscape. Check out the MSU Deer L... more

Dr. Andy Little, Associate Professor of Landscape Ecology and Habitat Management and Extension Specialist at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, stops by to discuss how deer alter their behavior in response to hunters.

Check out the MSU Deer Lab's... more

Bronson and Steve take time out of their busy schedules to jump back on the podcast. They chat with Jacob and Eric about everything from how they created the Deer University Podcast to what it's been like to work together for decades. They also fill ... more

Mr. Rainer Nichols, National Training Academy Instructor and Founder of Five Cents Fire and Land Management, joins Jacob and Eric to discuss working with landowners to achieve their habitat management goals.

Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online sem... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Overfors
Master's student, University of Minnesota; former MSU DNR collaborator
University of Minnesota / Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Episode: Episode 102 – How Fawns Avoid Predators
Andy Little
Faculty member focusing on conservation and working lands
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Episode: Episode 101 – The Impact of Hunters on Deer Movement
Bronson Strickland
Affiliate with Wildlife Investments, long-time Deer Lab collaborator
Wildlife Investments
Episode: Episode 100 – 100 Episodes: A Trip Down Memory Lane
Steve Demaris
Long-time Deer Lab collaborator and co-architect of outreach efforts
Wildlife Investments
Episode: Episode 100 – 100 Episodes: A Trip Down Memory Lane
Rainer Nichols
Owner, Five Cents Fire and Land Management; former MSU Deer Lab collaborator
Five Cents Fire and Land Management
Episode: Episode 099 – Prescribed Fire for Landowners
Marcus Blum
Assistant Professor in Extension Wildlife Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Episode: Episode 098 – Deer Management from MS to TX
John Gruchy
Private Lands Program Coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Episode: Episode 097 – Checking Boxes on Warm-season Food Plots
Kamen Campbell
Assistant Deer Program Coordinator for the state
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP)
Episode: Episode 096 - Mississippi Deer Season Recap
William McKinley
Deer Coordinator (MSWFP)
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Episode: Episode 096 - Mississippi Deer Season Recap

Hosts

Dr. Jacob Dykes
Co-host and co-director of MSU Deer Lab; Assistant Professor of Wildlife Management
Dr. Eric Michel
Co-host and co-director of MSU Deer Lab; Assistant Professor of Wildlife Management

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 651 ratings
  • Fantastic scientists Thanks!

    Thanks so much for outstanding information and helpful property management hints. Thank you for discussing food plots and forest stand improvement as well as how to optimize habitat for deer and turkeys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomB333@
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent

    Keep them coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedHunter1970
    United States3 months ago
  • Fantasia scientists Thanks!

    Thanks so much for outstanding information and helpful property management hints. Thank you for discussing food plots and forest stand improvement as well as how to optimize habitat for deer and turkeys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomB333@
    United States7 months ago
  • Excellent podcast.

    Good job fellas. I’m so glad that y’all picked up the torch and continue to educate the public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedHunter1970
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent podcast.

    Good job young guns. I’m very interested to see what new projects and research that y’all will be working on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedHunter1970
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical, science-based guidance that translates research into real-world land management actions.
The show is praised for accessible language and actionable insights, not just theory.
Guests and hosts are consistently viewed as knowledgeable and credible with strong field experience.

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#188
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Episode 102 – How Fawns Avoid Predators
Q: What was surprising about the relationship between forested cover and migration?
Contrary to expectations, increased forested area available led to higher migration rates, suggesting forested habitat may influence deer to disperse more, possibly due to resource or cover dynamics in those landscapes.
Episode 102 – How Fawns Avoid Predators
Q: Sam, can you summarize the core finding about migration rates across the years you studied?
Migration rates varied by year, with about 16% overall across the years analyzed, but spiking to around 40% in a couple years with harsher winter or other environmental stressors, illustrating substantial year-to-year variability.
Episode 098 – Deer Management from MS to TX
Q: What makes the extension network in Texas unique for wildlife management outreach?
Texas has a vast extension system with multiple regions and districts, aiming to bring science-based wildlife management to diverse landowners across a huge and varied state.
Episode 098 – Deer Management from MS to TX
Q: How do you handle permitting and animal care for on-site deer captures at university properties?
We start with department approval, then navigate IACUC protocols, train students, and ensure proper paperwork, with careful attention to animal welfare and regulatory compliance.
Episode 097 – Checking Boxes on Warm-season Food Plots
Q: John, welcome. Tell listeners a little about yourself.
John explains his role as the Private Lands Program Coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, his background in food plot work, and how his team does site visits and recommendations related to summer forages.

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What is Deer University about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, research-driven show focused on deer biology, management, and habitat, with hosts translating the latest findings into actionable guidance for landowners, hunters, and wildlife professionals. Episodes commonly cover habitat improvement, nutrition, disease management, and population dynamics, often featuring university researchers and state agency partners who share real-world field experiences. The format emphasizes accessible science, regional nuances, and hands-on strategies that listeners can apply to their land management plans. Noteworthy is the consistent bridging of university research with on-the-ground stewardship, plus a Southern US perspective that keeps discussions rooted in real-world applicability for property own... more

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4. Steve Demaris
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7. John Gruchy
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