Guest: Bill Thompson

In this episode, Alex is joined by Bill Thompson, owner of Spartan Forge, for a conversation on mapping, deer behavior, and how today’s technology should actually be used in the woods.Bill breaks down why Spartan Forge is different from other mapping apps and explains how the platform uses real collared deer data to identify movement trends and behavioral patterns, giving hunters insight that goes beyond pins, lines, and guesswork.

But this episode isn’t about replacing hard work with technology. We spend time on the reality that mapping alone doesn’t kill deer. Boots-on-the-ground scouting, reading sign, adapting to conditions, and true woodsman ship are still the driving force behind consistent success — and the app is only as good as the hunter using it.

Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy!

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Kevin Vistisen

In this episode, Alex is joined by Kevin Vistisen to break down the gear that truly matters in the whitetail woods. They talk about the single most valuable piece of gear we rely on every time we hunt, along with the crucial and convenient items that make time in the field more efficient and enjoyable. Kevin and Alex also dive into gear that didn’t live up to the hype, sharing honest takes on what worked, what didn’t, and why experience in the woods matters more than trends. Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy.

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Guest: Johnny Stewart

In this episode, Alex sits down with Johnny Stewart to break down an incredible season where he was able to tag five mature public-land bucks. Johnny walks us through each hunt sharing the decision-making, patience, and woodsmanship required to consistently find success on pressured ground. We dive into how reading sign, understanding terrain, and adapting to changing conditions played a critical role in every encounter. The highlight of the conversation is an unforgettable hunt in the New England area where Johnny stayed on a buck’s trail for two days, only to discover he was chasing the  king of the mountain. This episode displays hard-earned lessons,  tracking tactics, and insights into what it really takes to kill mature bucks on public land. Thank you for listening and hope you enjoy it.

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Guest: Jacob Sklenar / Episode 89

In this episode, Alex sits down with Jacob Sklenar to break down a whitetail season that demanded adaptability—both in the woods and mentally. Jacob shares how his Kansas hunt challenged his expectations, forcing him to quickly adapt to unfamiliar terrain, pressure, and deer behavior that didn’t match the playbook. Jakes talk through how deer movement and patterns shifted from early season into the rut, and why being willing to abandon a plan can be the difference between success and frustration. The conversation also dives into the mental side of deer hunting—handling slow sits, watching others tag deer, and keeping the right attitude when things aren’t going your way. Jacob then walks us through his Wisconsin season, a roller coaster that tested his patience, but ultimately paid off through persistence and hard work. This episode is all about adapting on the fly, staying mentally strong, and continuing to grind when the season doesn’t unfold the way you expect. Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy.

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Guest: Matt Williams

In this episode, Alex sits down with Matt Williams to break down his whitetail season, highlighted by buck harvests in both Indiana and Kentucky. Matt walks through how he approached each hunt, the differences between the two states, and how understanding access points played a major role in his success. A big focus of the conversation is avoiding hunter pressure, how he identified overlooked entry routes, adjusted setups based on human activity, and stayed mobile to stay ahead of pressured deer. The episode is a practical look at how smart access and pressure awareness can make the difference when chasing mature bucks.Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy.

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Guest: Ty Jennings

This episode features Ty Jennings as the two dive into the realities of hunting pressured public land and how much more hectic it’s become with increased hunter traffic. Ty breaks down what he’s learned from following mature bucks over multiple years, including how their behavior and home ranges shift as pressure and age increase. The episode also recaps Ty’s season from start to finish — the bucks that seemed to vanish, close encounters that nearly ended with a punched tag, and what ultimately led to him harvesting his buck. Along the way, both talk about antler size versus age, and how social media has influenced hunters to chase a certain idea of a “trophy,” when in reality any buck is a great accomplishment to take. Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy.

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Guest: John Prokop  In this episode, Alex sits down with John Prokop to break down his deer season split between Pennsylvania and New York. John walks through the bucks he was able to tag in each state, and how his approach shifted throughout the season. The two also dig into late-season priorities, focusing on the importance of food sources, security cover, and how deer behavior changes as pressure and winter set in.  John is also an avid shed hunter and elk hunter / guide, so John expands a bit about his passion with each of those. Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy.

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Guest: Andrew Fitzgerald  In this episode, Alex and Andrew break down the buck Andrew has been after and how the hunt is shaping up as they move into the late season. They talk through the tactics, the conditions, and what they’re seeing on the ground. The conversation also hits on the kind of deer encounters that get your heart going and why hunting isn’t all about antler size — it’s about the moments that make you want to get back in the woods. The two talk about how every hunter is at a different place than one another and have their own goals to meet. Never is it alright to shame another hunter for their successes. Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy!

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Guest: Zach Robb

In this episode, Alex and Zack talk through the hunt for a mature buck on a big, mountainous property Zack has spent five years learning. They cover how understanding how deer use the terrain, combined with in-season scouting and finding fresh sign, eventually led Zack to the buck he was after. The conversation follows the progression from years of figuring out the property to making the right moves in-season that put him in front of the deer he ended up harvesting.  Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy!

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In this episode, Alex sits down with Cody Halblieb to break down his action-packed deer season and all the opportunities it brought. Cody walks through a spot-and-stalk encounter in the big woods, breaking down the sign, strategy, and decisions that led to the close call. He also talks about a buck he shot earlier in the season, while non-fatal, still taught him valuable lessons about shot choice, recovery, and staying confident in the woods. Thank you for listening, and hope you enjoy.

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