This week, we’re posted up in Oconomowoc with local hunter and filmmaker Brad Werwinski. We cover everything from hunting in the Dakotas to filming your hunts without overcomplicating it. Brad shares his go-to camera gear, and we get into packing tips, bow case hacks, muzzleloader mishaps, and why thermoses are clutch for late-season sits.

We also talk public land etiquette, bear hunting tactics, and the gear we’re loving right now, like Sitka’s mosquito and tick-resistant Equinox Guard and new saddle gear from Latitude. Plus, Foam Fest updates, filming plans, and some good ol’ Midwest deer camp talk.

No fluff. Just real hunts, hard-earned lessons, and a few laughs.

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He Quit His Job for Deer Camp

We cover bribing squirrels with honey buns, bucks at six yards, and the slow death of public land hunting camps.

A funny, honest convo about why we hunt, and what keeps us coming back.

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Meet Whitney Tram­mel, the strength coach-turned-elk­chaser behind the Wild Strength Podcast, from the Okayest Podcast Network.

We kick things off with her move from Texas to Colorado. Whitney breaks down why real backcountry balance isn’t built on a BOSU ball, how a bit of gym grit can keep your heart steady when the buck steps into range, and why she’d rather solo-hunt than rely on guides.

Along the way, we tackle identity, social media stereotypes, imposter syndrome after a failed season, and why tying self-worth to your harvest can backfire. Whitney even shares her top beginner tips and why strength—mental and physical—is the secret sauce for every hunter.

This episode is equal parts hunting tales, workout wisdom, and honest takes on what it means to be truly “wild strong.”

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Turkey season is over. Let's talk about deer.

This episode is all about summer deer prep. What to prioritize, how to make the best use of your summer, and why trail cams can be more misleading than helpful if you don’t know what you’re doing.

Eric and Derek get into summer bedding, aggressive moves, buck beds, rub lines, and the high-stakes game of sneaking into a setup without blowing your whole season with one wrong move. There’s also a canoe, a questionable rowboat journey, and a bunch of near-death parenting moments.

Grab a cold one, this one’s a ride.

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We went to turkey camp, drank way too much KwikTrip coffee, tested some awesome Gerber camping gear, got our butts kicked by gobblers, and had fun fishing for trout in the driftless regions of Wisconsin.

It was awesome.

But in between all that, we hit on something serious. Congress is quietly trying to push through a bill that would sell off 500,000 acres of public land in Utah and Nevada. Not great. We break down what’s going on, why it matters to anyone who loves the outdoors, and how to speak up before it’s gone for good.

Also in this episode: Foam Fest updates, archery league talk, and one of us nearly chokes live on air. Classic Okayest chaos.

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We cracked a bottle of bourbon with country rock artist Troy Grove and talked about his rise from viral TikToks to 6 million Spotify streams, sketchy public land hunts in Tennessee, and the fine line between writing a hunting song and scaring off half your audience.

From hunter harassment to Maryland deer camp stories, this one's a mix of music, mayhem, and making memories in the stand.

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Why Hunters Are Hanging It Up and Why Some Never Start

What causes someone to walk away from something they once loved, or never try it in the first place?

This week, we explore the many reasons hunters stop hunting. We cover everything from private land pressure and public land overcrowding to regulation overload, rising gear costs, social stigma, urban sprawl, and the generational shift away from communal deer camps toward solitary trophy pursuits.

There’s real talk about dad life, gear regret, and watching the next generation catch the hunting bug and maybe even lose it if we’re not paying attention. Whether you're one of the few still holding it down in the woods or someone who's stepped away, there's a good chance you’ll hear something that hits home.

This one's about more than tags and tactics. It’s about culture, access, and the future of hunting.

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Pat Newcomb isn’t just the guy behind Nukem Hunting Blinds. He’s the kind of dude who’ll bring cookies to the neighbors after a hurricane floods his warehouse.

We dig into how a happy accident (shoutout Bob Ross) turned into a game-changing blind design built for real-world hunters who value speed, simplicity, and concealment. Whether the kids are tagging along with you into the turkey woods, hunting public land, or just sick of birds busting you without front cover, Nukem's blind is a damn good tool to add to your arsenal.

If you hunt from the ground, like your gear lightweight, and appreciate good people building great things, you’ll want to give this one a listen.

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Turkey hunting, bourbon tasting, and big chicken energy. This episode has it all.

We kick things off debating whether bringing a bow to turkey camp is brave or just dumb, then crack open a bottle of Chicken Cock bourbon (yes, really) and spiral into owl trivia, KwikTrip chicken propaganda, and questionable whiskey barrel practices.

Matt Streim from Weathered Oaks Game Calls joins us to talk about his new mini pot call—perfect for smaller hands but big on sound. We get into the weeds on call tuning, the art of matching hen energy, and why that mid-morning hunt window might be your best bet.

Plus, Keegan finally calls in after 19 missed tries, and we start laying plans for what might just become an annual turkey camp tradition.

If you like turkeys, gear talk, and unfiltered hunting camp nonsense, hit play.

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Almost America’s national bird. That’s where this one starts, and it spirals in all the right ways.

This episode dives into what makes turkey hunting such a perfect gateway for young hunters.

Between barn cats stalking the blind, 4-year-olds dropping longbeards, and kids forming camp friendships over early-morning hunts, it’s clear turkey season is less about trophies and more about tradition. We talk about the awkward magic of dads trying not to be embarrassing, the joy of youth tags turning into lifelong memories, and the totally underrated beauty of a quiet spring morning in the blind with your kids. If you’ve ever questioned the value of turkey season, this one might just change your mind.

Also: ticks, toy guns, shed hunting detours, and the underrated brilliance of the Tick Tornado.

Just press play.

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