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Wired To Hunt Podcast

MeatEater
Whitetail Hunting
Deer Hunting
Whitetail Deer
Hunting Strategies
Hunting
Public Lands
Deer Behavior
Public Land Hunting
Conservation
Whitetail Deer Hunting
Hunting Pressure
Trail Cameras
Turkey Hunting
Meateater
Food Plots
Scouting Techniques
Venison
First Light
Wildlife Conservation
Wisconsin

Dive deep into the world of whitetails with leading experts Mark Kenyon, Tony Peterson, and Jake Hofer. Each episode covers specific and actionable strategies for the next generation of whitetail hunting addicts. Get your fix through the stories of the hosts experiences as a whitetail hunters and valuable insights provided by a weekly slate of expert guests. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1063Founded12 years ago
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This week on the show I’m joined by Jared Mills to walk through his unique trail camera strategies and routines, from summer through fall - including his goals, camera set-ups, and philosophy on how best to use trailcam intel.

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The history of trail cameras is one that covers several decades, and highlights the march of technology in the hunting space. This four-decade journey has culminated in some of the best tools whitetail hunters can use to learn about deer behavior - p... more

Derrick from Whitetail Research joins Jake Hofer to break down what thousands of thermal drone flights have revealed about mature buck behavior. Derrick shares some of his findngs from thousands of thermal drone flights. Why mature bucks aren't alway... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Johnson
Guest, longtime trail-camera enthusiast and producer/host of Nine Finger Chronicles
Nine Finger Chronicles / Wired To Hunt
Episode: Ep. 1049: Then vs. Now: 15 Years of Trailcam Tactic Evolution with Dan Johnson
Jake Ellinger
Habitat Solutions 360, Michigan
Habitat Solutions 360
Episode: Ep. 1047: Back 40 - Affordable Habitat Projects That Actually Work
Sam Bilhorn
Whitetail Partners, Wisconsin
Whitetail Partners
Episode: Ep. 1047: Back 40 - Affordable Habitat Projects That Actually Work
Clay Newcomb
Host of the Bear Grylls Podcast, MeatEater contributor, and noted whitetail hunter
MeatEater / Bear Grylls Podcast
Episode: Ep. 1045: Clay Newcomb's Greatest Whitetail Failures and Lessons Learned
Shawn Luchtel
Hunter from Missouri, habitat management and founder/face of Heartland Bowhunter
Heartland Bowhunter
Episode: Ep. 1043: Shawn Luchtel on Failure, Food Plots, and Big Buck Myths
Tony Peterson
Experienced hunter and frequent guest, discussed as primary co-host for this episode
Episode: Ep. 1041: Learning from our Top 6 Whitetail Failures
Steve Hanson
Real estate professional with long-term farming/land experience in the Midwest
Whitetail Partners? (mentioned via discussion)
Episode: Ep. 1039: Back 40 - Four Whitetail Land Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs
Wes Delks
Consultant on farms across the Midwest, Real World Wildlife Products
Real World Wildlife Products; Chasing Giants
Episode: Ep. 1039: Back 40 - Four Whitetail Land Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs
Jake Ehlinger
Michigan bow hunter with Habitat Solutions 360
Habitat Solutions 360
Episode: Ep. 1039: Back 40 - Four Whitetail Land Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs

Hosts

Mark Kenyon
Host of the show, associated with Wired To Hunt / MeatEater Network
Tony Peterson
Host of Foundations podcast and contributor to hunting-related content

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.9k ratings
  • I love listening to this to pass the time

    I really like the podcast overall and the information about white tail great podcast to listen to.

    Audible
    5
    rubi
    United Statesa month ago
  • Foundations

    I love the Foundations podcasts with Tony Petersen!! Keep up the great writing Tony. And, Steve, please bring back Houndations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    curvebow
    United States3 months ago
  • downhill

    you seriously need to talk for 20+ minutes describing what you're going to talk about? not to mention continuously and explicitly supporting the current administration while also crying about what they're doing and telling us all we need to fix it. well maybe you should acknowledge your vote did this... heard no mention of the feds taking lives of american citizens while simultaneously violating their 2nd amendment rights ... the absurd number of ads and now advertising their own products with... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rugbym10sflyu
    United States4 months ago
  • Kenyan

    Mark is the gold standard for padcast with a guest - he asks the

    questions that I am asking in my head

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swamplov
    United States4 months ago
  • Good stuff

    I like the ones with Tony Peterson, he’s so done to earth and really relatable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lane J R
    United States5 months ago

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Some feedback notes a shift toward advocacy or politics, with mixed reception to recent formats.
Listeners praise expertise and interview quality, especially when guests share practical habitat and hunting insights.
Criticism focuses on pacing or style changes and a desire for more varied regional hunting perspectives.
Fans enjoy Tony Peterson-centered episodes and the foundations content for authenticity and relatability.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#8
United States/Sports/Wilderness
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#240
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#29
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#208
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#14
France/Sports/Wilderness
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#75
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 1049: Then vs. Now: 15 Years of Trailcam Tactic Evolution with Dan Johnson
Q: How have your summer trail camera routines changed over the years?
Summer plans have shifted from a broad, high-volume approach to a focused, efficiency-driven setup emphasizing the best travel corridors, water sources, and food concentrations, with fewer cameras but more deliberate placement.
Ep. 1045: Clay Newcomb's Greatest Whitetail Failures and Lessons Learned
Q: What comes to mind when you think of failure in hunting?
Failure is not just about missing a deer; it encompasses a broader spectrum of moments where the pursuit, timing, and decisions fail to align, and these moments accumulate to shape ongoing growth and perspective.
Ep. 1029: How You Can Help Save 4000 Acres of Prime Public Hunting Ground with Travis Morehead
Q: How can listeners participate and why should they engage politically?
Listeners can donate at savetuckertown.org, encourage others to donate, and contact elected officials to advocate for public funding and protections to prevent loss of public lands as populations grow.
Ep. 1029: How You Can Help Save 4000 Acres of Prime Public Hunting Ground with Travis Morehead
Q: What options exist to keep these lands public, and why is this approach being pursued now?
Options include private fundraising to buy the land and transfer to the state or the land trust, with grants being limited by timing; the campaign prioritizes fast action due to four sales signs that could close the door at any moment.
Ep. 1029: How You Can Help Save 4000 Acres of Prime Public Hunting Ground with Travis Morehead
Q: What is the Tucker Town game lands, and why is it important to North Carolina's public access?
Tucker Town is part of the Yadkin River system with a long history of public access for hunting, fishing, and other recreation; its loss would reduce a unique river-front habitat and public hunting grounds that serve thousands of annual users.

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Across recent episodes, the show consistently explores whitetail hunting through a blend of practical tactics, habitat management, and policy context. Listeners hear detailed discussions on deer population dynamics, buck regulation debates, habitat design, and long-term strategies for sustainable hunting, often framed by guest experts from state wildlife agencies, conservation groups, and habitat researchers. A notable strength is its ability to pair data-driven insights with hands-on, field-tested tactics, while maintaining accessible storytelling and thoughtful ethics around hunting and public lands. The format frequently features deep dives with guest subject-matter experts, paired with host-led episodes that synthesize science, experien... more

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Recent guests on Wired To Hunt Podcast include:

1. Dan Johnson
2. Jake Ellinger
3. Sam Bilhorn
4. Clay Newcomb
5. Shawn Luchtel
6. Tony Peterson
7. Steve Hanson
8. Wes Delks

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