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Whitetail Research

Derrick Dixon
Bowhunting
Bill Winke
Public Land Hunting
Buck Behavior
Early Successional Habitat
Forests
Scent Control
Thermals
NWTF
Deer Habitat/density

Whitetail Research is a podcast about figuring out what deer actually do, not what we think they do. Hosted by Derrick Dixon, the show delves into real-world observations, fieldwork, and long-term whitetail research, utilizing drones, maps, and time spent on the ground. We talk movement, bedding, pressure, access, and the small details that separate patterns from guesswork. It’s part science, part... more

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Today’s guest is Patrick Wightman, the new National Director of Wild Turkey Research and Science for the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Patrick brings more than a decade of turkey research experience to the role. He earned degrees from Paul Smith... more

Come along as I try to get inside Zach Ferenbaugh’s head and understand how he consistently positions himself within bow range of mature bucks while hunting from the ground.This podcast is built for hunters who want to understand deer, not just hunt ... more

This podcast is built for hunters who want to understand deer, not just hunt them.Today I’m joined by legendary bowhunter John Eberhart out of Michigan, a man who has spent over six decades hunting exclusively public and permission ground.JOHN’S LINK... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Winke
Seasoned bowhunter and industry commentator
Whitetail Research
Episode: After 48 Years of Bowhunting, This Keeps Bill Winke Coming Back | Whitetail Research Podcast Ep. 5
Patrick Wightman
National Director of Wild Turkey Research and Science
NWTF
Episode: Turkey Decline & Research | Patrick Wightman
Zach Ferenbaugh
Hunter known for ground-and-close-range bow tactics
The Hunting Public
Episode: The Art of Hunting Mature Bucks from the Ground | Zach Ferenbaugh
John Eberhart
Legendary bow hunter
Michigan public/permissioned ground hunter
Episode: John Eberhart on Bowhunting Pressured Whitetails
Dan Infalt
Legend in the hunting community
The Hunting Beast
Episode: Challenging Mature Buck Behavior w/Dan Infalt

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Derrick Dixon
Host of Whitetail Research, with ties to related wildlife organizations mentioned in transcripts

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Top Tier!

    Derrick’s unique insights and research will change the hunting community forever. Glad to be someone here from the beginning!

    Never stop making content young man!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nigelk112
    United States6 months ago
  • Awesome Content

    Derrick captured my attention immediately his research and demeanor around whitetail research is much different than anyone else out there. The questions he seeks answers for all us hunters have thought about while sitting in a tree. Keep it up look forward to more podcast and YouTube videos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RanThorn
    United States6 months ago

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Derrick's insights and research set a high bar for the hunting community.
Listeners value the practical, evidence-based take and the calm, thoughtful questioning.
Guests with real-world field experience elevate the discussions and credibility.

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After 48 Years of Bowhunting, This Keeps Bill Winke Coming Back | Whitetail Research Podcast Ep. 5
Q: What are the biggest changes you've seen in hunting since the 1990s, particularly with technology and access to information?
Trail cameras revolutionized understanding deer behavior, revealing that much of what biologists claimed wasn't universally true and that environments create significant differences; access to multiple information sources accelerated a shift from mystical deer to a more informed, field-reasoned approach.
After 48 Years of Bowhunting, This Keeps Bill Winke Coming Back | Whitetail Research Podcast Ep. 5
Q: As a father and content creator, how have you balanced being Bill Winke with being Dad, and how did you involve your kids in a way that felt authentic rather than forced?
Balancing requires keeping activities at home, limiting travel, and letting the kids grow into the experience; introduce them without pressure, involve them when they are genuinely interested, and accept that not all kids will share the same passion for hunting.
After 48 Years of Bowhunting, This Keeps Bill Winke Coming Back | Whitetail Research Podcast Ep. 5
Q: And that kind of got me wondering, where does your enjoyment of hunting actually come from? If you stripped away all the newest equipment and content, what would keep you coming back every fall?
The ongoing puzzle of deer behavior and the satisfaction of solving it—the process of building a mental map, chasing that elusive piece of the puzzle, and the deep, personal joy of pursuing a deer that lives in a specific place. It's about the skill, the challenge, and the sense of accomplishment more than trophies.
Turkey Decline & Research | Patrick Wightman
Q: Why didn't turkeys decline as sharply as Bobwhite quail after hay production changes in the 60s-70s?
Turkeys are more generalist than quail and can thrive in a wider range of habitats; they have larger home ranges and can disperse to suitable areas, which buffered them from the declines seen in more specialist species like quail.

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What is Whitetail Research about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven hunting podcast that blends long-form fieldwork, practical how-to, and real-world observation to understand deer behavior, movement, bedding, and pressure. Episodes feature veteran hunters and wildlife scientists sharing decades of experience, with a strong emphasis on property selection, habitat factors, tools like trail cameras and drones, and the craft of turning observations into actionable patterns. Notable strengths include in-depth tactical discussion, a rigorous approach to learning from field data, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with nuance. The show often highlights family life and personal evolution within a long outdoor career, making it both educational for land managers and engaging for serious ... more

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5. Dan Infalt

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