Deer Talk Now
Deer Talk Now
Deer and Deer Hunting Magazine
Deer Talk Now Podcast is a comprehensive audio and video podcast where the white-tailed deer is the star of the show. Expert guests join the virtual deer camp each week to discuss everything from deer behavior, biology and scientific research to herd and land management, hunting ethics, newsworthy events, and hunting tips, tactics and strategies.
#204: THE HIDDEN REASON DEER & TURKEYS WILL BUST YOU with Mike Slinkard
Do deer seem to bust you, even when you're convinced you're doing everything right? There may be a scientific reason why. Mike Slinkard explains how electroreception works in animals and how understanding this little-known sense could help you gain an edge in the woods.
Jun 25
38 min
#203: GET CUSTOM LAND MANAGEMENT PLANS with Gregg Farrell
This is a game-changer for land managers — get custom whitetail habitat plans without having to hire someone. Gregg Farrell explains the groundbreaking new Habitat IQ app that tells you where to hunt and how to make your land better over time. Plus, get the details on the latest trail cameras from Tactacam that have some incredible features at an affordable price point. 
Jun 11
35 min
#202: 3 KEYS TO PRIME DEER HABITAT with John Stoltzfus
You just purchased a new hunting property — what now? Hear John Stoltzfus and Brad Rucks’ discussion on the three keys of prime deer habitat and how to improve each one in this Deer Talk Now Podcast. 
May 28
40 min
#201: THE BEST STATE FOR DEER HUNTING with Ted Marum
Ted Marum joins Dan Schmidt for a Deer Talk Now Podcast episode about big bucks, what state is the best for deer hunting today, the snowstorm that put Buffalo County on the map, plus much more.
May 14
51 min
#200: TOP DEFENSES AGAINST EHD with Lee Lakosky
Lee Lakosky details his experience with EHD and managing whitetails, highlighting what has worked to help prevent mature buck losses from the disease. During this podcast, you'll hear:- What has helped Lee’s herd survive EHD after going from 50 mature deer all the way down to 5 over the course of a few years- Specialized feeding plans, water treatment and how to clean up ponds to prevent EHD spread- What ponds grow muck faster (where midges that transmit EHD hatch from) — and it’s probably not what you would think
Apr 30
39 min
#199: DO APRs REALLY WORK with Steve Sorensen
Award-winning writer Steve Sorensen is on the podcast with Dan Schmidt to discuss deer numbers, regulations to reduce the herd and help the habitat, regulations in city limits, the effects of antler point restrictions (APRs) and more. 
Apr 16
36 min
#198: STOP WASTING YOUR TIME WITH THESE STEPS WHEN USING FERTILIZER AND LIME
With decades of habitat consulting under his belt, Steve Bartylla shares his best tips for using fertilizer and lime when planting food plots for deer.
Apr 9
27 min
#197: WHAT MAKES A RECORD BUCK with Cameron Coble
In this episode, Cameron Coble breaks down what it really takes to become an official Pope & Young and Boone & Crockett scorer. We dive into how antlers are scored, which factors matter most, and why these measurements go far beyond trophies — they play a critical role in tracking herd health and guiding conservation efforts. Cameron also shares insights from scoring notable deer, including the Donal Barry buck.
Apr 2
44 min
#196: HOW THE ARCHERY INDUSTRY HAS EVOLVED with Jeff Poole
CEO of Archery Trade Association Jeff Poole joins the podcast to talk about how the archery industry has evolved. He gives updates on the new format of the ATA Trade Show, which is now allowing consumers to attend, as well as tips on how to get into bowhunting on a budget, how ATA promotes bowhunting throughout America, plus much more.
Mar 19
45 min
#195: WHAT THE DNR GETS WRONG with Jeremy Flinn
In this episode of Deer Talk Now, we sit down with Jeremy Flinn to discuss the biggest challenges and debates shaping deer hunting today. The conversation turns to modern deer management and some recommendations from state wildlife agencies that he believes simply don’t make sense. We also dive into the ongoing debate about hunter recruitment, if CWD is something that needs to be solved, and more.
Mar 6
47 min
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