Guest: Scott Leysath — The Sporting Chef

What’s inside (quick hits):

The three biggest mistakes that make wild game “gamey”—and how to fix them

Field care that actually matters (cooling, cleanliness, trim)

Cut-to-method pairings for deer, elk, upland, and waterfowl

Weeknight formulas: fast marinades, hot-and-fast sears, smart sides

Gateway dishes that win over non-hunters (and why they work)

Takeaway: Respect the animal, manage heat and fat, add acid and texture—great wild game is technique, not luck.

Follow Scott: @thesportingchef