Deer Talk Now

Whether you hunt private or public land, getting the drop on a late-season whitetail can be a tall order. Brad Rucks offers tips and tactics that he has used over the past 30+ years to put himself in position to be in archery range of bucks when the season is down to the wire.

Learn the true definition of deer that appear to be both male and female. Deer Talk Host Daniel Schmidt explains what researchers have learned about these odd whitetails, describes how they fall into one of several scientific categories, and details what we know about why they occur in wild deer.

Steve Bartylla joins Chris Berens to talk about the myths, mysterious and cold-hard facts about deer hunting public land across America. Spoiler alert: It's not as bad as most would like you to believe!

Deer Talk host Daniel Schmidt explains how two guys from a North Woods deer camp kickstarted the whitetail frenzy that we all know and love today. Learn how some of today's major bowhunting brands got their starts, and how others improved upon existing ideas to help build our community of 11 million diehard deer hunters. David Gilane also provides insights on why today's younger hunters should learn these important history lessons.

Esteemed deer biologist Brian Murphy joins Deer Talk Host Daniel Schmidt for a discussion on deer behavior during peak times of hunting season. Murphy's decades of study reveal insights that will help you better scout the land you hunt so you can be better prepared to intercept bucks this season whether you are bowhunting or gun hunting. Also learn about two brand new features on the popular HuntStand app.

Deer Talk Now Host Daniel Schmidt takes off the gloves and goes after the internet bullies on numerous bowhunting topics, including broadhead choices and shot placement on deer. His insights will help you become a better bowhunter.

Chad Schearer of Shoot Straight TV and CVA Muzzleloaders joins Dan Schmidt on today's podcast to talk about muzzleloader hunting and what it's done for hunters. Chad explains why it's important as a hunting community to focus on what our image looks like to the nonhunters.

Steve Bartylla and Brad Rucks discuss some of the most commonly misunderstood methods landowners employ when trying to grow, manage and hunt big bucks on parcels of all sizes.

This is our most entertaining podcast yet! Legendary deer hunter and award-winning outdoor writer Bryce Towsley shares his insights on deer guns, ammo and caliber considerations plus shares some of the most interesting camp stories with longtime friend Daniel Schmidt. Towsley's tale of his most dangerous hunt ever is one that will put chills down your spine!