The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests

Jake Hofer

Whitetail Deer

Trail Cameras

Deer Hunting

Whitetail Deer Hunting

Whitetail Hunting

Hunting Strategies

Iowa

Food Plots

Hunting Regulations

Hunting Tactics

Rival A5

Public Land

Deer Management

Public Land Hunting

Late Season Hunting

Ohio

Hunting

Habitat Management

Whitetail Management

Kansas

Welcome to Trail Cam Radio, as we dive into all things trail cameras, deer hunting, whitetails, wildlife research, outdoors, camera traps, and expert guest advice. Speaking from our own experience of running a trail camera company over the years, we hope to share as much valuable information through this deer hunting podcast.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	425	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	WildernessSports

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#413 - The Art & Science Behind Killing Mature Bucks: Understanding Chaos in the Whitetail Woods with Michael Engelmeyer

Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Michael Engelmeyer. We Discuss:

• Mature bucks react differently to pressure.

• Hunters overest... more

Today • 1 hr 18 min

#412 - Why EHD Is Getting Worse Every Year—and What You Can Actually Do About It Right Now with Zach Haas of EHDfense

Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back on the road with another conversation from the Iowa Deer Classic with Zach Haas of EHDfense. We Discuss:

• Poor water... more

21 Apr 2026 • 55 min

#411 - Why Your Hunting Property Isn't Producing Big Bucks (And How to Fix It) with Thomas Mlsna

Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with a Q&A from the Whitetail Master Academy with Thomas Mlsna. We Discuss:

• Pressure kills more oppo... more

14 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 3 min

#410 - You Don't Need Money, Big Land, or Fancy Gear to Kill Big Whitetails—You Just Need This One Thing with Jeff Hopkins

Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Jeff Hopkins. We Discuss:

• Details separate average hunters from elite ones

• Big bucks don't m... more

7 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 17 min

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Recent Guests

Zach Haas

Founder of EHDfense; habitat and aquatic biology expert

EHDfense; Creek Bottom Land Management

Episode: #412 - Why EHD Is Getting Worse Every Year—and What You Can Actually Do About It Right Now with Zach Haas of EHDfense

Jeff Hopkins

Whitetail hunter and guest expert discussed in-depth tactics and mindset

Independent hunter/guest

Episode: #410 - You Don't Need Money, Big Land, or Fancy Gear to Kill Big Whitetails—You Just Need This One Thing with Jeff Hopkins

Lee Lakosky

Whitetail deer hunter and TV personality known for long-term land-use strategies

Episode: #409 - The Real Reason Most Hunters Never Kill Mature Bucks: The Brutal Truth About Land, Money, and Big Deer Success with Lee Lakosky and Skip Sligh

Skip Sligh

Experienced hunter sharing practical approaches to large deer on small properties

Episode: #409 - The Real Reason Most Hunters Never Kill Mature Bucks: The Brutal Truth About Land, Money, and Big Deer Success with Lee Lakosky and Skip Sligh

Josh Duncan

Antler collector and owner of Original by God

Original by God

Episode: #406 - He Paid $1,000,000 For The General Sheds… Then Everything Changed with Josh Duncan

Heath Cisco

Experienced deer hunter and host on various hunting platforms

Episode: #404 - Is Baiting Ruining Mature Buck Hunting? The Deer Hunting Culture Nobody Talks About with Heath Cisco

Bobby Worthington

Expert on whitetail deer hunting strategies

Episode: #396 - The BEST Of The WHTL Podcast 2025: A Year In Review

Ron Wilmore

Managed deer population reduction programs

Episode: #396 - The BEST Of The WHTL Podcast 2025: A Year In Review

Lee Lakoski

TV host and deer management advocate

Episode: #396 - The BEST Of The WHTL Podcast 2025: A Year In Review

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Jake Hofer

Host of The WHTL Podcast, often discusses whitetail hunting strategies and trails camera insights.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 832 ratings

Drove Research
Jake, I don’t know how you find these guys but please keep bring them on to share their expertise. What a great conversation with Derrick, I will be checking out his content for sure. Thanks Jake!!
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Skinny5382
United States8 months ago
Awesome content
Glad your back at it solid content
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Andrew schram
United States10 months ago
Great Information
Keep up the great work!
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PA BowHunter2016
United States10 months ago
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Amazing pod! Glad to see it going after the 24 season, would love the Bobby Worthington book !
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John McClernan
United States10 months ago
Welcome Back
It was great to hear those familiar voices. Really looking forward to the show again, I added you back to favorites list.
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Apple Podcasts	#80	United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#160	Canada/Sports/Wilderness

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#412 - Why EHD Is Getting Worse Every Year—and What You Can Actually Do About It Right Now with Zach Haas of EHDfense

Q: How did EHDfense start and what is the basic science behind it?

The project began with driven field research in 2012, identifying the midge as a key factor linked to poor water quality and the degradation of the pond ecosystem; the approach combines bacteria, enzymes, and habitat restoration to support a healthier food chain and deer health.

#412 - Why EHD Is Getting Worse Every Year—and What You Can Actually Do About It Right Now with Zach Haas of EHDfense

Q: For people who don't know, who are you and what do you do?

Zach Haas explains his background in biology and aquatic management, running Creek Bottom Land Management, his 11th year in habitat work, and the development of EHDfense to address water-quality issues that drive EHD outbreaks.

#408 - The Deer Hunting "Rules" That Lee Lakosky and Skip Sligh Break To Kill Mature Bucks

Q: If you could only control one variable on a brand-new farm, which would it be—food, bedding, pressure, or access?

Food is cited as the foundational element because it drives deer presence and safety, with a broader shift toward timber and cover to sustain long-term deer health and movement.

#408 - The Deer Hunting "Rules" That Lee Lakosky and Skip Sligh Break To Kill Mature Bucks

Q: In a world where people are looking for rules to kill mature bucks, what is one deer hunting rule you break every season?

The guests describe breaking conventional schedules and patterns, embracing non-traditional timing and locations, and staying willing to experiment to keep things challenging and to gain an edge with mature bucks.

#406 - He Paid $1,000,000 For The General Sheds… Then Everything Changed with Josh Duncan

Q: Why continue with this project and what's the plan for the future of The General?

Duncan positions himself as caretaker and storyteller, pursuing a documentary, replicas, and a curated public viewing approach to educate and engage while preserving the deer's legacy and addressing the market's wild west issues.

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Listeners are drawn to practical whitetail hunting tactics, deer behavior, and management insights, often featuring seasoned hunters and industry insiders who share actionable tips and behind-the-scenes stories. Episodes frequently explore habitat improvements, hunting regulations, equipment choices, and the evolving role of technology in the field, with a strong emphasis on ethical hunting and property stewardship. A standout aspect is the mix of long-running hosts with high-profile guests and a recurring focus on real-world strategies, seasonality, and problem-solving in deer management and pursuit.

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