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The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests

Welcome to Trail Cam Radio, as we dive into all things trail cameras, deer hunting, whitetails, wildlife research, outdoors, camera traps, and expert guest advice. Speaking from our own experience of running a trail camera company over the years, we hope to share as much valuable information through this deer hunting podcast.
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Episodes

#348 - You Can Tag A Giant Whitetail This Fall - Just Do THIS - Skip Sligh

In this episode we talk about the trials of learning to hunt mature bucks from scratch! • Hunting mature bucks takes work • Multiple hunting spots increase success • Scouting: Key to understanding deer movement • Adapting strategies over time is crucial • Trial and error lead to hunting growth CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

Jun 25, 202454 min

#347 - The Changing Landscape For Whitetails - Skip Sligh

Tune in as we explore Whitetail regulations, the hunting industry's truths, and why fixing local hunting climates should be every enthusiast's quest. Join us for insights on regulations, protecting the Iowa ecosystem, and the impact on the future of hunting. CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

Jun 18, 20241 hr 21 min

#346 - Are Water Holes Worth the Hassle? Adam Kieth (Land & Legacy)

Dive into a riveting discussion with Adam from Land Legacy about soil health, deer habitats, and water holes. Witness the 100-farm milestone celebration and discover habitat strategies that aim to hit deer hunting targets while balancing land preservation. This episode is a trove of knowledge for eco-conscious hunters! • Talking soil health and hunting • Water holes: a deer strategy • Native habitats vs food plots • Land use and invasive species CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras http...

Jun 12, 202427 min

#345 - DO THIS NOW For This Fall Season - Adam Keith of Land & Legacy

Dive into a habitat haven with Adam Keith from Land & Legacy on Exodus Podcast. Learn game-changing strategies for dense deer bedding, the power of timber cuts, and planting essentials for a triumphant hunting season. Plus, tackle invasive species with cutting-edge solutions. Don't miss Adam's transformative land management insights! CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

Jun 04, 20241 hr 6 min

#344 - More States Banning Trail Cameras & Nine Years of Exodus!

• Iowa's new ban on public land cams • Nine-year Exodus anniversary insights • Huge industry and technology shifts • Exodus app's game-changing potential • The struggle of big deer politics CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

May 28, 20241 hr 1 min

#343 - Unsolved Mystery: The Iowa State Record Buck That Was STOLEN! - Brian Andrews

In 2003 Brian Andrews made the whitetail history books tagging the Iowa state record whitetail. Dive into a gripping tale of triumph and loss as Brian Andrews discusses netting the 2003 Iowa State record buck, only to face its mysterious disappearance post-taxidermy. An unsettling string of antler thefts paints the backdrop of this real-life enigma. Can the record buck ever be rediscovered? Brian shot 2003 Iowa State record buck String of world-class bucks stolen in Iowa State record now an endu...

May 21, 20241 hr 4 min

#342 - What Many Iconic Bucks Have in Common & Whitetail Unsolved Mysteries

This episode is with avid antler collector Jonathon York. York lives in OH and has collected some iconic antleres over the years. Listen and learn what these bucks have in common, the underworld of antler collecting, and our discussion of whitetail unsolved mysteries. CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

May 13, 20241 hr 9 min

#341 - Avoid These Errors in Whitetail Projects & The Progression of Whitetail Management

In this episode, we have Steve Hanson on the Land Podcast. Steve moved to Iowa over 20 years ago and has worked on many farms. Listen as he talks about: • Debating deer population control methods • Top habitat projects ranked for impact • Iowa draw systems and party hunting rules • Iowa draw systems and party hunting rules • EHD's toll on deer and hunting experiences CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

Apr 30, 20241 hr 6 min

#340 - The Former World Record Typical Whitetail of ALL Time - Sam Aiuppa W/ Jamie Martin

Dive into the world of antler collecting with Jamie Martin and his journey acquiring the Illinois record and #3 all-time typical whitetail. This episode uncovers the lesser-known realm of collectors, the thrill of the hunt from sheds to racks, and the stories behind legendary whitetails. It's not just about the antlers; it's about preserving history. Tune in for an antler adventure that spans curiosity on eBay to safeguarding whitetail legacies! CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https...

Apr 24, 20241 hr 7 min

#339 - Spring Whitetails! Turkey, Trees, and Bow Hunting Whitetail

On this episode, Jake and Chad catch up on Exodus news, Q/A from listerns, and much more! Spring Scouting The Evolution of Trail Cameras Deer Habitat Improvemnets CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

Apr 16, 202455 min

#338 - Why Your Food Plots Fail & Hunting Mistakes to Avoid this Year! Kevin Boyer

Dirt Secrets Unveiled with The Dirt Wizard with Kevin Boyer! Dive into the soil-centric world with Kevin Boyer, the Dirt Wizard, and discover how the earth beneath your feet can transform your hunting game. From soil sampling nerdery to the secrets of attracting majestic bucks, this episode digs deep. Plus, get the dirt on Kevin's trials in shed dog competitions! It's a tale of earth, effort, and elite consulting bound to root you to your spot. • The Dirt Wizard's soil magic • Deer behavior &amp...

Apr 09, 202459 min

#337 - Consistently Finding & Killing Big New York Bucks - Andrew Marinucci

Dive into the world of an avid New York deer hunter. Andrew spills the secrets on effective scouting, choosing the perfect hunt days, and using decoys to outsmart mature whitetails. Whether it's post-season strategies or the rush of using a decoy, this episode has the low-down on upping your game this fall. The All New Exodus Lift 4K ULTRA: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collect... Click Here To Build Your Set Of Exodus NIS Arrows: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collect... The ALL NEW Exodus Rival...

Mar 26, 202454 min

#336 - The Most Advanced Trail Camera 2024: Exodus Lift 4K Ultra

The LIFT 4K Ultra was created with elite trail camera users in mind. Dedicated dual image sensors allow for elite photo and video quality by optimizing hardware capabilities for both day and night conditions. The native sized 14mp daylight dedicated image sensor is the largest to ever be used, providing astounding photos with lower interpolation levels and the best video quality to ever come from a trail camera. The native sized 2mp nighttime dedicated image sensor carries the largest pixel size...

Mar 19, 202458 min

#335 - 40+ Years of Legendary Whitetail History with Gordon Whittington

The world of whitetail hunting has undergone a significant transformation over the years, with pioneers in the field contributing to the wealth of knowledge and strategies that hunters utilize today. Among these experts is Gordon Whittington, who has been the voice of North American Whitetail for the past 40+ years. We discuss: The Impact of record whitetails on hunting culture Discussing the bold future of deer hunting Gordon's favorite stories Bucks that stand out to gordon Gordon's journey of...

Mar 12, 20241 hr 22 min

#334 - Barry Wensel: Whitetail Secrets You Need to Know!

The world of whitetail hunting has undergone a significant transformation over the years, with pioneers in the field contributing to the wealth of knowledge and strategies that hunters utilize today. Among these experts is Barry Wensel, who together with his brother Gene, has significantly influenced modern whitetail hunting. We discuss: Never Tagging A Buck on an Acre He Has Owned/Leased Hunting Over The Years Deer Observations in Remote MT Teaching New Generations to Hunt Barry's new book: htt...

Mar 05, 202447 min

#333 - Whitetail Pioneer: Roger Raglin - An American Whitetail Deer Hunter

Roger is one of the most recognized names in the hunting industry. His TV Show Roger Raglin Outdoors has been on the Outdoor Channel for 17 years. Roger is also enjoying his second year on the Sportsman Channel with his New TV Show Roger Raglin On Target. He is the Producer of over 60 full featured hunting entertainment videos, making him the most prolific hunting video Producer of all time. He won 3 Golden Moose Fan Favorite Awards in 1 year, and was inducted into the National Outdoor Sports Ha...

Feb 27, 202458 min

#332 - Whitetail Wisdom: Reshaping How To Hunt Pressured Whitetails Effectively- Tony Lapratt

Dive into the world of whitetail mastery with Tony Lapratt, the trailblazer in deer habitat management! From creating strategic food plots to outsmarting neighboring hunters, Tony's unconventional wisdom will open your eyes to hunting pressured mature bucks. With tales of transforming his own property into a whitetail haven, this episode is a treasure trove for hunting enthusiasts eager to learn from the godfather of modern deer management. We discuss: • Tony's innovative bedding and feeding tac...

Feb 20, 202457 min

#331 - Remember This The Next Time You Look at a Buck Rub! Josh Teulker

Dive into the world of whitetail hunting as Josh Teulker discusses the ins and outs of hunting across different states, trail cams, and hunting ethics. With insights on balancing technology with traditional woodsmanship, this episode is charged with debates, tips, and tales for every hunting enthusiast. Tune in for an invigorating blend of advice, camaraderie, and a peek at hunting culture's future. CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheD...

Feb 13, 202451 min

#330 - PA Public Land Buck - What Went Wrong: Aaron Hepler

In this episdoe we sit down with Aaron Hepler at the Great American Outdoor Show. Aaron has been writing for the Exodus site for years now and has a lot of experience with public land big woods. Listen along as he shares some things he would have done different and some things he'd do the same. CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast CONNECT WITH AARON: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_hepler/...

Feb 06, 202444 min

#329 - The Story of an All-Time 200 Inch Typical - Jason Thomas

In this epssode we get the full story of the Jason Thomas buck! Jason tagged a buck of a lifetime on October 28th from the ground! Hear the full story along with: What Happens After You Shoot a 200" Typical The Controversies of the Score What He's Learned From Jason: "On top of being the biggest buck I’ve ever killed, the typical 12-point could be a new Ohio record. It has a 22 ½-inch inside spread, 26- and 29-inch mainbeams, and tines pushing 14 inches. Scorers with Buckmasters Whitetail Trophy...

Jan 30, 20241 hr 15 min

#328 - This Crop Produces The Biggest Bucks? & Post Season Debrief With Thomas Mlsna

This week we're sitting down with Thomas Mlsna to discuss: What we should all consider after the season What crop produces the most B&C whitetail bucks? Fertizler for healthier bucks "It's easy to look at someone else's success with skepticism and assume that you know why or how that individual succeeded, especially in today's world where everyone with a smartphone is an "expert". It's also easy to assume that someone more successful than you had some sort of edge or advantage, which is dire...

Jan 23, 20242 hr 9 min

#327 - Over 50 Years of Bow Hunting! What John Eberhardt Has Learned & Post Season Scouting!

John is a self-taught hunter and considers that one of the main reasons he does things outside the norm. He attributes his success on the very fact that he wasn’t mentored by relatives or friends on old school hunting methods. He learned through trial and error, and due to his serious nature, desire to succeed, and attention to detail, through the years, he’s developed tactics and strategies that have equated to consistent success on mature bucks in heavily pressured areas. John became aware man...

Jan 17, 20241 hr 26 min

#326 - Introducing The New Rival A5! A Budget Cell Camera Made Even Better!

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio introducing the brand new Exodus Rival A5. We discuss: Improved image quality Improved battery life Industry-leading 5-year warranty OnX app integration updates Upcoming Exodus mobile app tease New data plans coming And so much more! Click Here To Get You Rival A5 Today: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/cameras/products/exodus-rival-a5-1 Click Here To Check out the Exodus Vault to find significant savings on hunting gea...

Jan 11, 202453 min

Rival A5 Preview! Livestream Goes Live 1-10-24

Our best selling cellular trail camera just got better! Introducing: The Rival A5. If you’re familiar with the Exodus Rival cellular trail camera, then you know it delivered high end performance on a budget friendly price tag. The New Exodus Rival A5 Redefines what a budget cell camera is capable of. Here’s a Sneak Peak - Improved Image Quality - Improved Battery Life - Direct integration with the Exodus App (Coming in 2024) - Reduced data plan costs - Direct integration with OnX Elite The Exodu...

Jan 09, 20241 min

#325 - Favorite Gear, Content and Outlook for Whitetail Hunting!

In this week's episode the Exodus team recounts some of the highligts of 2023. We're discussing: Favorite Gear of 2023 Favorite Content of 2023 New Gear from Exodus in 2024 Exodus team is hiring! The future of Whitetail Hunting CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast...

Jan 02, 20241 hr 17 min

#324 - The Story of a World Class OH Typical, First Time Hunting Kansas, and Shooting a New Personal Best with Jase Otto and Justin Yuran

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio recapping everyone's seasons with part 2. Today we sit down with our own Jase Otto and Justin Yuran to recap their seasons. We discuss: Chasing a World Class Typical Nailing down what bed gets used when Moving on from hunting a world-class typical First time Hunting Kansas Out-of-state success Balancing family time and hunting time First impressions of working for a hunting company during the fall A new personal best Ohio buck A...

Dec 28, 20231 hr 4 min

#323 - Late Season Success! Office Deer Hunting Season Recap with Our Own Cameron Derr

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio recapping everyone's seasons starting with our very own Cameron Derr. Cameron has been putting in the work across multiple states this year and was finally able to catch up to one of his target bucks here in Ohio. We discuss: Adapting hunting techniques across multiple states North Dakota early-season hunting Beating the heat in the early season Kansas hunting struggles Don't leave deer to find deer Late-season hunting in Ohio S...

Dec 26, 202348 min

#322 - Jake Bush - How To Hunt Late Season Public Land Big Woods Bucks

In this episode of The Exodus Podcast we are chatting with Jake Bush as he unpacks his cross-country move for whitetail hunting. From the mental grind to stealthy approaches in Ohio's late season, get ready for an infusion of late-season strategies and heartfelt hunting passion. This episode is a must-listen for hunters seeking that elusive, cold-weather buck! Mastering late-season hunts Identifying food sources and patterns Staying mentally sharp for the game Adapting hunting tactics with seaso...

Dec 19, 202326 min

#321 - Kentucky May Ban Cell Cameras on Public - Here's What To Consider With Reese Johnson and Jake Bush

There's recent news Kentucky is considering the ban of cell! We dive into a quick recap from the comissioners meeting and get the opinon on two hunters that use cell cameras in mulitple states. We cover: Reese Johnson's opinon on the possible leglislation Some of the challenges of governing this new ruling The impact of deer heard Jake Bush's take on the possble ban What this could mean for the state of KY And the slippery slope this could create for hunting legislation CONNECT: https://linktr.e...

Dec 12, 20231 hr 29 min
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