Hunters Advantage Podcast

Christian Babcock and Jake Gaylord

Wildlife Conservation

Hunting Strategies

Hunting

Whitetail Deer

Bow Hunting

Public Land Hunting

Saddle Hunting

Deer Hunting

Archery

Trail Cameras

Hunting Gear

Oklahoma

Hunting Ethics

Hunting Techniques

Shed Hunting

Broadheads

Alberta

Elk Hunting

Deer Behavior

Hunting Pressure

Hunters Advantage exists to promote wildlife conservation, share hard-earned hunting strategies, and spread the gospel through the outdoors. Est 2019.

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	363	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	WildernessSports

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357. Why Your Target Buck Vanishes During the Rut (And Where They Go) with Whitetail Mission

In this episode, Trey and Connor of Whitetail Mission join Hunters Advantage to break down late October vs. the November rut, and why they'd pick the last week of October to kill a mature buck. They've spent years hunting both Kansas ag country and O... more

9 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 43 min

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356. Tree Stands Are Overrated For Rut Hunting (Here's Why) w/ The Element

In this episode, The Element — Tyler Jones and KC — join Hunters Advantage to break down one of the most underrated skills in whitetail hunting: killing mature bucks from the ground.

Known for their DIY, public-land approach and their Buck Truck ser... more

6 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 35 min

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355. 50+ Year Deer Biologist: Mature Bucks Don't Rut Like You Think

In today's episode, Legendary wildlife biologist Larry Weishuhn — "Mr. Whitetail" — joins Hunters Advantage to break down what mature bucks actually do during the rut, and why most hunters have it wrong. With over 50 years studying whitetails, Larry ... more

2 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 27 min

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354. Our 7-Day Rut Attack Plan (Mountain Public Land) | Hunt Talk

In this episode, Hunters Advantage breaks down how to hunt the rut on mountain public land — recorded live at deer camp after a brutal, hot weekend that humbled us both.We get into the question every big-timber hunter wrestles with: does fresh sign a... more

30 Oct 2026 • 47 min • Most popular

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Recent Guests

Larry Weishuhn

Wildlife biologist with more than 50 years studying whitetails, known as “Mr. Whitetail”

Episode: 355. 50+ Year Deer Biologist: Mature Bucks Don't Rut Like You Think

Justin Smith

Mountain hunter with more than 20 years of public-land bowhunting experience

Episode: 352. How To Find Rut Funnels That Mature Bucks Can’t Avoid w/ Justin Smith

Mickey Hellickson

Wildlife biologist who has researched whitetail deer and antler rattling

Episode: 351. Deer Biologist Rattled at 40+ GPS-Collared Bucks — Here's What They Did w/ Dr. Mickey Hellickson

Mason Babcock

Public-land whitetail hunter who hunts from the ground

Episode: 349. You Don’t Need a Tree Stand to Kill Public Land Bucks w/ Mason Babcock

Randy DeYoung

Wildlife biologist involved in King Ranch and Comanche Ranch genetic studies at Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute

Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute (Texas)

Episode: 347. Deer Biologist Culled 1,000+ Bucks, Here's What They Learned About Antler Genetics | Dr. Charlie & Randy DeYoung

Blake Ramsey

Hunter featured on the episode; guest introducing his deer hunting system

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Episode: 346. How-to Master Thermals and Kill More Mature Bucks w/ Blake Ramsey

Devon Cowan

Professional hunter featured on the episode

Independent hunter; appears on Hunters Advantage Podcast

Episode: 344. The Dark Side of Hunting Suburban Bucks (My Neighbor Stole Everything) w/ Devon Cowan

Jesse Woodward

Episode: 343. Your Hunting Technology Is Why You Can't Kill Mature Bucks w/ Jesse Woodward

Herman Brune

Elk and mule deer outfitter and hunting guide

The Lost Rider Podcast / hermandwbrune.com

Episode: 341. 40+ Years of Woodsmanship Lessons Every Hunter Should Know w/ Herman Brune

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 296 ratings

God Bless
These guys are fantastic. I love listening to the stories and situations that they’ve been in hunt talks my favorite. If you haven’t listened to any of those episodes check them out it’s definitely worth it.
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Joemass720
United States5 days ago
Excellent
Love the podcast very informative keep it up!
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Joshfhunt
United States9 days ago
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Me likey
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The Great Cornholio.
United States24 days ago
Great podcast
Just found your podcast great topics! Keep it up!
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Qsmith83
United Statesa month ago
Great podcast
Good job guys been enjoying it
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The show is seen as authentic and relatable for hard-working hunters.

Guests are described as knowledgeable with helpful insights.

Fans appreciate balance of humor, ethics, and gear discussions.

Listeners praise practical tips and real-world hunting stories.

Many recommend for gear junkies and wildlife conservation-minded audiences.

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Apple Podcasts	#78	United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#145	Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#163	Spain/Sports/Wilderness

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355. 50+ Year Deer Biologist: Mature Bucks Don't Rut Like You Think

Q: Have you seen many mature, high-scoring bucks rutting really hard, in your experience?

Weishuhn says older, large-antlered bucks generally do not chase as intensely as younger bucks, though individual exceptions occur. Some remain secretive, move little, or may not actively pursue does.

355. 50+ Year Deer Biologist: Mature Bucks Don't Rut Like You Think

Q: Is there anything in the rut that you think most people don't understand or get wrong, or common rut mistakes that people make?

Hunters often assume a buck they have seen regularly will remain in the same area once the rut begins, but mature bucks can travel many miles or make extended movements. He advises adjusting expectations and hunting rather than relying on a familiar sighting.

352. How To Find Rut Funnels That Mature Bucks Can’t Avoid w/ Justin Smith

Q: How do you think about the wind or thermals?

Smith considers wind direction essential, noting that deer may detect a hunter even when the wind seems to be blowing toward the hunter's face.

352. How To Find Rut Funnels That Mature Bucks Can’t Avoid w/ Justin Smith

Q: When you go to break something down, we're talking about terrain features, like specifically in the rut. So like that late October time period to the middle of November. Is there one that you gravitate towards that you like?

Smith often relies on areas he notices while shed hunting, especially where multiple drainages meet a flat with acorn trees and other evidence of deer activity. He cautions that luck also plays a part.

349. You Don’t Need a Tree Stand to Kill Public Land Bucks w/ Mason Babcock

Q: When you go into a spot because of sign, what are you e-scouting, and what topographical features make you stop?

Babcock looks for terrain features such as drainages and flat areas between drainages, favoring easier routes deer may use. He also considers visible tracks and trails, and says the terrain in some mountain areas can look very similar from spot to spot.

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This show focuses on practical hunting strategy, gear, and wildlife management with emphasis on public-land and private-land deer and archery topics. It features hands-on experiences, field-tested tips, and stories that blend ethics, faith, and community around hunting culture. Notable throughlines include long-form guest conversations with seasoned biologists, conservationists, and industry professionals, plus in-depth gear breakdowns, archery tuning, and multi-state hunting itineraries that highlight preparation, teamwork, and adapting tactics in real time. The format tends to mix personal narrative with actionable tactics, making it suitable for listeners who want realistic strategies, gear insights, and a window into the hunting world f... more

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7. Devon Cowan
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