Explore every episode of the podcast Art of The Hunt
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| Ep.94 Broadheads That Kill: What the Trakr App Reveals with Shane Simpson | 02 oct. 2025 | 01:02:01 | |
The broadhead debate isn’t going away anytime soon—but now, for the first time, we’ve got hard numbers to go with the opinions. In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I sit down with Shane Simpson, We go over the Trakr App to talk about what the data actually says about fixed vs. mechanical broadheads—and where the conversation is headed next FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.93 How Not to Ruin Your Cape with Justin Martindale of Southern Tines Taxidermy | 25 sept. 2025 | 00:40:51 | |
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I sit down with Justin Martindale of Southern Tines Taxidermy to tackle one of the most overlooked parts of deer hunting: properly caring for your cape in the field. From common mistakes that ruin a mount to the step-by-step care every hunter should know, Justin shares exactly what it takes to make sure your trophy makes it from the woods to the wall in the best condition possible FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.92 Early Season Whitetails: Bedding, Feeding, and Reading the Sign with Brian ‘Boxcar’ Marquis | 18 sept. 2025 | 01:10:00 | |
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal is joined by Brian “Boxcar” Marquis to break down the challenges and opportunities of hunting whitetails in the early season. When bucks are shifting from summer to fall patterns, knowing how to interpret bedding and feeding areas—and how to connect historic sign with fresh activity—can make or break your hunt. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.91 Scrapes, Sign, and September Bucks with Clint Foster | 11 sept. 2025 | 01:06:55 | |
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal sits down with seasoned hunter Clint Foster to break down the role of scrapes in the early season. While most hunters think of scrapes as October and November hotspots, Clint shares why paying attention to them in September can give you a serious edge on mature bucks. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.90 Right Spot, Wrong Tree: Stewart Keen on Timing Big Woods Bucks | 04 sept. 2025 | 01:13:08 | |
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon sits down with Stewart Keen to dive deep into one of the trickiest parts of bowhunting mature bucks: being in the right area but the wrong tree. Stewart explains how often hunters are within a hundred yards of success, but subtle shifts in wind, terrain, or deer patterns can make the difference between an empty sit and a filled tag. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.89 Hunting on Limited Time: Aggressive Ground Strategies with Justin Wright | 28 août 2025 | 01:20:20 | |
In Episode 89 of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal is joined by Justin Wright to break down what it really takes to kill deer when time is short. Instead of waiting on the perfect conditions, Justin explains how being decisive and aggressive on the ground can open up opportunities most hunters overlook. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.88 Every Track Tells a Story: Todd Havel on Rut Loops and Whitetail Wisdom | 21 août 2025 | 01:42:53 | |
Todd shares gripping stories of tracking mature whitetails through big woods where every print in the snow reveals another piece of the puzzle. His experiences following bucks on the ground show just how much a deer’s track can teach us about their patterns, behaviors, and the hidden loops they run during the rut FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.87 Terrain-Driven Deer Hunting with Rusty Johnson | 14 août 2025 | 01:10:17 | |
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I’m joined by seasoned deer hunter Rusty Johnson for a full-spectrum breakdown of how terrain and sign come together throughout the season. From the first days of bow season to the chaos of the rut, Rusty shares how he uses edges, funnels, and subtle terrain shifts to stay in a buck’s world. Connect with United Outdoors •Facebook: United Outdoors on Facebook •Instagram: @united.outdoors Show Partners •Fireside Store – Premium outdoor gear and lifestyle essentials. •Branch Boss – Innovative hunting and land management solutions. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.86 Dialed In: Johnny Stewart on Cracking Core Areas of Mature Bucks | 31 juil. 2025 | 01:19:27 | |
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I sit down with Johnny Stewart to dive deep into one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of mature buck behavior: their core area. With decades of real-world experience tracking and killing big, pressured bucks, Johnny breaks down what truly defines a core area, how to find it, and how to hunt it without blowing it up. If you want to consistently get close to the oldest bucks in the woods, this is the episode you need to hear. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.85 Deadly Close: Finding and Hunting Buck Core Areas with Paul Putera | 24 juil. 2025 | 01:07:41 | |
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| Ep.84 Into the Thickets: Big Mountain Buck Tactics with Ryan Elders | 17 juil. 2025 | 00:58:07 | |
In this episode, Talon sits down with seasoned mountain hunter Ryan Elders to dive deep into the rugged world of big woods whitetail hunting. From dissecting thick edge cover to identifying overlooked thickets, Ryan shares the methods that consistently put him in front of mature bucks in some of the toughest te FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.83 The Silent Lessons with Bobby Worthington | 10 juil. 2025 | 01:30:01 | |
The woods speak—if you’re quiet enough to listen. Bobby Worthington shares the silent lessons that shaped him as a hunter and man. We talk about how solitude sharpens instincts, the value of suffering, and the lifelong education that comes from chasing whitetails deep in the mountains. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.82 Reading Terrain to Kill Mature Bucks with Jake Booth | 03 juil. 2025 | 01:02:17 | |
How Jake identifies terrain-based buck bedding areas The specific features that funnel mature bucks in daylight Why some terrain looks good but doesn’t produce How pressure affects terrain-based movement Real-world examples of terrain-driven hunts that led to success FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.81 The Anatomy of a Deadly Arrow with Kaylan Pope | 26 juin 2025 | 01:12:15 | |
Kaylan’s background and how he got into arrow building Understanding arrow spine and weight Choosing the right components: shafts, inserts, vanes, and nocks Fixed vs. mechanical broadheads: what Kaylan prefers and why Tuning your arrow for maximum flight and accuracy Common mistakes bowhunters make with their arrows How to build confidence through consistent arrow performance FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.80 Seal the Deal Early with Tim Smoke | 19 juin 2025 | 01:14:32 | |
Tim Smoke joins me to break down his approach to early season success on public land by leaning on historical knowledge and habitat analysis. We talk about how he uses past encounters, old sign, and high stem count areas to locate mature bucks before they get pressured. From reading the land to finding overlooked thickets, Tim shares how his long-view approach helps him consistently stay on big deer. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.79 Reading Scrapes and Shooting Stickbows with Chris Weist | 12 juin 2025 | 01:06:20 | |
In this episode, Talon sits down with traditional bowhunter Chris Weist to break down scrape sign, buck behavior, and reading deer personality through sign. Chris shares how hunting with a trad bow sharpens woodsmanship, how to identify primary scrapes, and how scrape placement reveals a buck’s confidence and tendencies. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.78 The Power of Simplicity in the Whitetail Woods with Jacob Lishen | 05 juin 2025 | 01:12:57 | |
Jacob Lishen shares how keeping it simple leads to consistent success. We talk about how he breaks down ground quickly, focuses mostly on fresh sign, and uses backtracking to understand where a buck is spending time. No fluff, just woodsmanship and results FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.77 Bluff Country Bucks with Tony Van Asten | 29 mai 2025 | 01:14:44 | |
Reading terrain features unique to bluff country How wind and thermals play a massive role in his setups The scouting strategy Tony uses post-season to predict fall patterns FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.76 Keep Turkey Hunting Simple with Kaleb Estill | 08 avr. 2025 | 00:57:32 | |
In this episode, we sit down with Kaleb Estill, an experienced turkey hunter, to break down the essentials of successful turkey hunting without the complexity. Kaleb shares practical tips, and strategies that keep the hunt enjoyable and effective for beginners and seasoned hunters alike. Whether you’re in the field or planning your next turkey season, this conversation is all about simplifying the process and maximizing your success. Tune in for expert insights, personal stories, and a straightforward approach to turkey hunting. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.75 Situational Calling for Southern Turkey Hunting with Shane Parker | 01 avr. 2025 | 01:05:53 | |
We cover techniques for various situations, share tips, and break down real hunting scenarios. Perfect for hunters of all levels looking to improve their skills. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.74 Turkey Tactics: Strategies for Success with Justin Martindale | 25 mars 2025 | 01:15:08 | |
In this episode, we cover everything from hunting turkeys in Alabama to Wyoming, focusing on woodsmanship. You'll learn about knowing when to call, when to be patient, and when to get aggressive. Tune in to get all the tips and strategies you need for a successful hunt. Don't miss out on this comprehensive guide to turkey hunting! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.73 Beyond the Hunt with Josh Smith | 18 mars 2025 | 01:14:07 | |
- In this episode we dive into the unique experiences of turkey hunting in the South and the excitement of venturing out of state for that life time experience. - We reminisce about the days spent hanging around the clubhouse as kids, soaking up stories from seasoned hunters and learning the ropes of the sport. - The episode highlights the camaraderie and traditions that make turkey hunting a cherished pastime in Southern culture. - Join us as we share tips, tricks, and unforgettable memories that connect us to the hunt and each other. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.72 Community scrapes and Shed hunting with Taylor Beebe | 25 févr. 2025 | 00:59:09 | |
Finding Community Scrapes Area to focus on to find sheds Finding the right access Running cameras to locate a target buck FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.71 Intercepting that Cruising Buck with Brian Dover | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:56:45 | |
Finding your Pinch points and Transition zones Locating your Doe groups Traveling to different states How turkey hunting started it all When the big boys get on there feet FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.70 Targeting Bucks in October with Clint Foster | 04 févr. 2025 | 01:02:31 | |
Getting to your target buck before he gets pressured Targeting feed trees for a successful hunt Using scrapes to your advantage What times to hunt to ensure your setup gives you the best odds Using the moon to your advantage in early season FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Targeting Certain Bucks and Creating realistic expectations with Kelsey Moss | 28 janv. 2025 | 01:10:48 | |
Find the sign that kills bucks FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Use Early Season to your Advantage with Kaleb Estill | 21 janv. 2025 | 01:13:00 | |
Using Creek Crossings to locate Target Bucks Locating several Bedding areas FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.67 Understanding the Rut with Don Cicero | 14 janv. 2025 | 01:21:05 | |
The Stages of the Rut Being Mobile during the chasing phase Putting yourself in the action What scrapes to focus on When to capitalize on Scrape lines Check out Don’s YouTube Channel 🎥 https://youtube.com/@ibowhuntwhitetails?si=nbCZfJsa8exPvR7C FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.66 Rut Funnels with Scott Seales | 23 déc. 2024 | 01:04:54 | |
Finding your long range Funnels FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.65 Early Season Feed Trees and Rut Funnels with Greg Maher | 16 déc. 2024 | 00:57:56 | |
Running Trail Cameras on Feed Trees FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.64 The 5W’s of Hunting Texas Whitetails with Seth Johnson and Rudy Peralez | 02 déc. 2024 | 01:31:44 | |
Woodsmanship including whitetail biology What does a funnel look like What is Good Sign Where to set up Worthington Factor FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.63 Targeting a Specific Buck with Jake Belinda | 25 nov. 2024 | 00:57:36 | |
We cover everything from Snow tracking to trail cam placement and so much more FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.62 Using Trail Hubs to increase your Success with Brett Mashburn | 18 nov. 2024 | 01:06:50 | |
If you're a weekend warrior, this is for you: use historical knowledge and intersecting trails to increase your chances of catching mature bucks in daylight. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.61 Diving into Public Land with Dakota Cantrell | 11 nov. 2024 | 01:06:39 | |
We talk about the struggles and advantages of public land and dive into the issues we have hunting hub systems and a little bit of everything! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.60 Venturing out of State with Drake Deerman | 04 nov. 2024 | 00:45:50 | |
Hunting the mountains of Alabama FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.59 The Mobile Hunter with Christopher Leppert | 28 oct. 2024 | 00:57:18 | |
We go over the Mobile Hunters Expo what’s new for 2025 and how it got started. We also go over all things hunting! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.58 Be Willing to Fail with Jacob Sklenar | 21 oct. 2024 | 00:59:17 | |
Figuring out bedding Area’s FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.57 Everything you need to know about Deer Recovery with Kyle Tolbert,Blane Willingham,and Austin Marsh | 14 oct. 2024 | 01:11:40 | |
Where you don’t want to hit a deer for your best chance of recovery FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.56 Using Woodsmanship and Proven Tactics with Travis Murray | 04 oct. 2024 | 01:15:55 | |
How to move through the Woods Undetected FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.55 Understanding Early Season Bucks with Steve Sherk | 27 sept. 2024 | 00:58:52 | |
Bucks in bachelor Groups FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.54 Talking Gear and Deer with Greg Staggs | 20 sept. 2024 | 00:57:12 | |
We talk about different saddle options that are out there as well as different age class deer! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.53 Can’t Kill Them on the Couch with Michael Pike | 13 sept. 2024 | 00:50:34 | |
We go over Our Public Land Kentucky Hunt the tactics used and Pike Fills his Tag! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.52 Hunting Around Pressure with Adrian Wilson | 06 sept. 2024 | 01:01:28 | |
We go over tactics that include finding where pressure pushes deer and setting up on bucks in Ag and flatland areas as well as what to look for in an early season spot! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.51 Hill Country Tactics with Justin Wright | 30 août 2024 | 01:16:05 | |
Today we are back with Justin Wright we dive deep into Thermal Hubs and go over the killing wind this is a killer episode and tons of knowledge being shared! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.50 Early Season Feed Trees with Johnathan Moreland | 23 août 2024 | 00:58:43 | |
We talk about feed trees and early season tactics with Johnathan Moreland. We also explore his most memorable hunts, his hunting strategies, and how he changes his approach when he focuses on a specific buck. FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.49 Growing into a Successful Hunter with Justin Wright and Travis Murray | 17 août 2024 | 01:37:17 | |
Today we Talk to Justin Wright and Travis Murray we explore what let to there Success. Everything from learning from there failures to Woodsmanship and even discussing the Killing Wind! There’s tons of knowledge and wisdom to be heard! FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.48 Becoming a Weekend Warrior with Carl Brown | 09 août 2024 | 01:35:11 | |
Escouting to have a Successful Hunt FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.47 Locating Mature Bucks and Sign Post Rubs with Jace Allen and Chris Weist | 02 août 2024 | 01:22:08 | |
Breaking down Terrain in Big woods and Ag FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.46 Finding the Killing Tree while Hunting River Bottoms with Jeremy Aron | 27 juil. 2024 | 00:58:31 | |
Finding Rut funnels in Riverbottoms FACEBOOK PAGE | |||
| Ep.45 Finding where Mature Bucks escape to with David Riley Jr | 19 juil. 2024 | 01:10:48 | |
Dealing with tons of hunting pressure FACEBOOK PAGE | |||