We’re back!!! After a few weeks away, the guys were able to get together and get you this highly informative show. The show this week is with Mike Tonkovich and Clint Mccoy of ODW to discuss the results of the 2023-2024 Deer season. Some good numbers, and perhaps some concerning numbers along the way, but the guys talk the biology of managing the deer heard in Ohio into the future. Paul spent the past week at the NWTF convention and we will have a full recap of that in the upcoming weeks. Andrew...
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 284
This weeks show is an awesome one. The guys are joined by Rob Beckman who is working to petition the state of Ohio to allow rifles for deer hunting across the state. As many of you know, rifles are allowed for many other hunting activities, so what makes deer hunting with them so much different? Many of our neighboring states allow them, and Rob has some great knowledge and presents a very compelling case for why we in Ohio should be allowed to use traditional rifle cartridges. Below is a link t...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 283
On this episode of the O2 podcast GoWild Superstar Dan Hood joins the program to talk about new gear from the ATA show. There is a bunch of upgrade and new gear for the Archery hunter in 2024. Paul reads the news while Andrew is enjoying the sandy beaches and sunshine in the fine state of Florida. Turkey Season starts soon! www.theo2podcast.com GoWild Profile First Lite HalfRack XVision BlackGate Hunting Timber Ninja Instagram: @the.o2.podcast Twitter: @Ohiohunt...
Jan 25, 2024•39 min•Ep. 282
This week the guys are back at it from the heart of central Ohio, feeling like we are all at the North Pole. Cooooooold. The year is plugging right along, as they sit down to talk with Zach Johns. Zach took down “double D” this fall, a double drop tined white tail buck that was a monster. Zach gives us the run down of his hunt and all that it took to bring down this brute. Paul and Andrew go through some local news, muzzle loader reports, trapping research in Ohio, Ohio BHA Pint Night, discussio...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 281
This week on another exciting episode of the Ohio Outdoors podcast, the guys are joined by Henry and Jessica from the Ohio BHA and Women on the fly to discuss small game hunting! Henry has a passion for small game hunting, squirrels specifically, and Jessica was able to harvest her first squirrel recently. The guys try and cover a small game 101 kind of approach to the topic, to help get ya in the know on what it takes in the woods. Around the state, looking at bald eagles, and hiking in the win...
Jan 11, 2024•49 min•Ep. 280
This week the guys have the privilege of sitting down with Pete Novotny, who recently retired from the Department of Wildlife for the state of Ohio. Pete has spent decades serving the state of Ohio at many levels within the law enforcement realm. Pete gives his story from when he started and how he got into law enforcement, and how the career impacted his life. This is an outstanding discussion, and we hope to hear from Pete more in the future! The guys recap a few stories from around the state ...
Jan 04, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 279
The guys are back this week with a quick intro to discuss some hot topics around Ohio, as well as recapping the past week. Christmas discussion, upcoming events, deep thought and more! Paul now has a watch to tell time while watching the Matrix, and Andrew is a little lighter in the stomach. Around the state big news on a big deer, new years resolutions, and more. Going back to the O2 vault for the meat and potatoes, but if you’ve never listened to the episode with Janis Petelis from MeatEater w...
Dec 28, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 278
Your hosts are audiological inept, and can’t figure out how to produce a podcast anymore. Kind of. Paul and Andrew sit down to discuss the past week or so in their lives during this show, and Andrew continues to struggle with his audio issues/life so bear with us. New equipment is on the way. The recap of the week discusses the bonus gun season weekend, a doe that Andrew was able to put in the freezer, the Santa Train sprint and more! The guys are gearing up for the holidays and all that comes w...
Dec 21, 2023•28 min•Ep. 277
After numerous failed attempts and technological issues, the guys have come up with a show! You would think in their 3 rd year of creating podcasts things would go smoother, but nonetheless a show has been produced. This week the guys are talking some Holiday gift ideas. This is the second go at this weeks recording, Paul is sick, it’s 6am when this was recorded, so its as good as it gets. The guys cover some of their favorite products from stocking stuffers to full blown investments. Products f...
Dec 14, 2023•36 min•Ep. 276
General Andrew Muntz continues his march across Big Ten Country. His plans to conquer the Northland were successful, he has, at last, set his eyes and his rifle sights upon the Keystone. Upon his arrival in the rugged hills and mountain of the Alleghany’s Genral Muntz was welcomed by the friendly Sons of PA, led by one, Mitchell Shirk…. Ok I’m done with the fake Civil War letter. Rember those fake ones that Andrew Luck used to do? Good times. Listen, Muntz invades PA for their rifle season, team...
Dec 07, 2023•44 min•Ep. 275
The Buckeyes had a rough visit to TTUN…But Andrew Muntz did the thing up North. AVENGE ME!!! That he did. Lots of references there kids. On this episode the o2 crew breaks down the successful Drummond Island hunting trip. Paul is back to hating deer hunting and is patiently counting down the days ,95 days if anyone cares. Out of state hunts can be a ton of fun, and Deer camp is always a hoot. Buckle up, this is a good un. CHECK OUT THE o2 WEBSITE FOR TONS OF GEAR! www.theo2podcast.com Check out ...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 274
Happy Thanksgiving to the O2 Family! We appreciate everyone of you! The rut is winding down and lots of Buck photos have been sent into the O2 Instagram and GoWild Pages. On this episode Paul visits with Camron Stover of HuntingGearDeals.com to talk about the best deals for black Friday for the hunting folks in your family. Paul provides you with a recap of the UP trip and some really interesting news from around the State. The Buckeyes travel north on Saturday for THE GAME. Buckle up. Happy Tha...
Nov 23, 2023•39 min•Ep. 273
This week’s episode the guys sit down to cover Paul’s 2023 success in the woods. Paul is our resident bird brained turkey fiend but this fall, he put a lot of time, effort and work into getting it done on a beautiful Ohio Whitetail. Paul will cover the ins and outs of the hunt, how he navigated new property, and put all the pieces together. The beginning of the show is coming to you from the UP of the state up north. South of Heaven, is just nort of da bridge. The guys are joined by Bobby of Wic...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 272
This week’s episode is with a couple Ohioans who have experienced their first ever archery deer success this year. Philip and Peyton share their experiences and how everything came together to help fill the freezer and decorate the wall early this year. Philip has been archery hunting for a few years, and the stars hadn’t aligned until this year. Peyton got his first verticle bow buck in the bag this year, with help from big brother. Both have some great stories to share and provide inspiration ...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 271
This week the guys are doing their best to stay warm with Jamie and Ev of Code of Silence. Jamie and Ev are experienced hunters in Nebraska especially when talking cold weather comfort. Andrew has a nice conversation and discusses the different terrain of Nebraska, regulations, and opportunities. Jamie is an Ohio native, so we share some commonalities with her Buckeye state roots! Paul has been out doing God’s work in the turkey world, while Andrew is struggling to get in the woods and on deer. ...
Nov 02, 2023•52 min•Ep. 270
The rollercoaster of life keeps rolling right along for Paul and Andrew. This week Paul actually spent the time in the woods looking for bambi, while Andrew continues to ride the struggle bus of life. Paul did not have any luck but was able to take advantage of an OHLAP property to have some good encounters with our white tailed friends. This weeks show covers hunting white tail deer with Gregg Farrell of First Lite. Gregg has been with First Lite for a long time and really helped develop and br...
Oct 26, 2023•59 min•Ep. 269
On this glorious edition of THE Ohio Outdoors Podcast, Paul and Andrew check in with O2 Podcast royalty, Justin Ross. Justin runs the Archery Hike event here in Ohio and dedicates his time to the Farmers and Hunters Feeding the hungry. This time around Ol’ J-Ross stops by to talk all about his trip to Russia’s neighbor, the great state of Alaska. Wanna feel small? Take a plane ride to the middle of the Tundra and hop out of said plane for over a week! Justin breaks down the hunting, fishing and ...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 268
Breathe easy Ohio Buck hunters, the season is finally here! In this episode of THE o2 Podcast, Muntz and Paul sit down with Ol’ Iowa buck slayer Dr. Dan (Dallas) Johnson to talk all things early season bow hunting for Whitetails in the Buckeye state. The guys also finish up some business with Dan from the podcast with Tony Petersen. Dan dives into his favorite hunting controveries. Great perspective is shared by all. Enjoy he first “Cool” front rolling through Ohio this upcoming week. Be safe. W...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 267
Buckle up kids…Archery Deer season is 2 days away! On this episode of the O2 Podcast Paul and Andrew are all hopped up on Mtn. Dew, Deer hunting and trapping raccoons. The guys talk with Eric Freeland, education coordinator for the Ohio State Trapper’s Association. Erik gives the listeners a crash course on trapping in the State of Ohio. This overlooked outdoor activity is rapidly regaining popularity across the country. The heritage of modern hunters is tied to the work and history of the Trapp...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 266
No Tonk Doesn’t talk Turkeys. This week in the world of Ohio Outdoors is all about 4 legged critters with Antlers. Jack-a-lopes…Or Deer. It’s Deer. Paul and Muntz sit down and talk with the master of Ohio Deer, Mike Tonkovich of the the Ohio Dept of Wildlife. Deer season starts in 10 days so it made sense to talk to Mike. Great updates and insight into the world of Ohio Whitetails. For the intro Paul is flying solo while travelling. News from around the state-Stuff got kinda weird down in Cincin...
Sep 21, 2023•57 min•Ep. 265
What a week!!! The guys are celebrating episode number 100 this week with a sit down chat with none other than the Legend himself, Tony Peterson. Tony has been one of the favorite guests of the show over the years, giving his advice on anything from White tails, Dogs, Turkeys, Space and more. This week he joins to talk about some of the “controversial” topics in the hunting woods. The emperor, Dan Johnson, was supposed to have joined the show as well, but instead the crew does a little roasting ...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 264
The guys are at it again this week with a sit down with Mike of Drone Deer Recovery. Mike has taken his knowledge and passion for drones and technology to the next level to aide hunters in finding dead and wounded deer. This conversation is a great one, and another tool that we as hunters in Ohio can have in our tool belts to help locate a deer after the hunt if need be. Mike’s company is growing and new operators are all over the state ready to help you if in need. The guys are busy with life, ...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 263
This week the Paul sits down with Seth from the Sirius Archery company. Seth isn’t new to the show, but leading into the upcoming archery Whitetail season, Paul wanted to sit down and go over some updates, reminders, and all things arrow set up. This is a good old fashion archery BS session. Not a ton of news around the state this week, but we are inching ever closer to the opening of our hunting seasons Some key dates to keep in mind: September 1- Openning Day for Squirrel, Dove, Common Gallinu...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 262
This week the guys sit down to discuss what they have been up to. Paul’s deer season may have come to a screeching halt with one swing of the bat. Learn about how Paul’s homerun may have put him on the IR for the near future. Both guys spent some time shooting prior to Paul’s injury, as the season quickly approaches. Reminder that the start of the 2023 seasons is right around the corner with September 1 kicking off some of the first opportunites for small game and such. The meat and potatoes com...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 261
This week the guys sit down with Derek and Jacob of GoWild to discuss white tail deer hunting opportunities. Both of these guys are skilled outdoorsman from the state to the south. They cover the different season opportunities, the terrain, public vs. private, and more. Kentucky isn’t that far away and offers some good early season opportunities! The news around the state is mostly from a few events happening soon. Don’t forget about the Hero to the Line event on August 26. A new event on Septem...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 260
This week the guys recap their weeks along with some news from around the Buckeye State. News updates from the wild ginseng criminal ring, Scenic wildlife lottery opportunities, and free range day at Ohio shooting facilities. Paul discusses some arrow alterations for the upcoming year, and Andrew reminds you to drink water. BIG NEWS, the show is now going to be partnering with Timber Ninja outdoors. If you’ve heard Jason on the show in the past, he’s the man with the plan at Timber Ninja. They a...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 259
The guys are back for another episode, leading closer and closer to the opener of the fall hunting seasons. This week the guys recap their past week at home and in the field. Paul is finishing up some… extended projects, while Andrew is fine tuning some set ups for the fall season. The meat and potatoes comes from a 2 part episode. Andrew talks with Craig from Hero To the line to discuss the program he has created. Hero to the Line is an organization that helps veterans adopt Labrador puppies to...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 258
What a weekend!!! That’s the only way to explain it, but luckily the guys were able to sit down with some fantastic guests and share with you what they learned. Paul and Andrew sat down with Ryan Callaghan and Kevin Murphy of meat eater to discuss everything from conservation, public lands, small game hunting and more. Along with the Meateater guys, Director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Mary Mertz, sat down with the guys to talk about the 150 year anniversary of the Ohio Division...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 257
This week on the show Andrew and Paul start off the second half of July in full whitetail mode. Talking archery tuning, tactics, and some gear. New partner to the show, Black Gate Hunting, is introduced with more information to come! Paul and Andrew discuss events coming up around the state as well as some news. Before the meat and potatoes of the show, the guys talk to Kirk from NW Pennsylvania to rehash some of the details about PA’s DMAP permits. If you are considering hunting PA this year ma...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 256
This week Paul and Andrew give a recap of a FANTASTIC event down at Archery Hike this past weekend. The course was amazing and thank you very much to Justin Ross of Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry for an outstanding experience. A couple other news and notes from around the state including controlled hunt applications being taken now! The meat and potatoes comes from Andrews discussion with Jonny Stewart. Jonny is a big woods white tail slayer, who has hunted across the country for deer. J...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 255
