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Wired To Hunt Podcast

Dive deep into the world of whitetails with leading expert Mark Kenyon. Each episode covers specific and actionable strategies for the next generation of whitetail hunting addicts. Get your fix through the stories of Mark’s learning experiences as a whitetail hunter and valuable insights provided by a weekly slate of expert guests. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

Episodes

Ep. 615: Hunting Late Season Deer on Public Land with Beau Martonik

Pennsylvania's, Beau Martonik, is a podcast host, outdoor writer, and public land hunting expert who spends much of his fall targeting big woods deer on ground that is open to anyone. On this episode Martonik breaks down his strategy for nailing down food sources, and finding current deer movement, on public land as the season winds to a close. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See om...

Dec 22, 20221 hr 23 min

Ep. 614: Rut Fresh Radio 12/21/2022 - The Final Episode of 2022

This is the FINAL episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Maryland, Georgia, Mississippi, and West Virginia. Right now you’re either you’re chasing the Southern Rut, or you’re trying to fill a tag in the frigid north. Hunters this week talk about the giant ...

Dec 21, 202244 min

Ep. 613: Foundations - How to Make the Late Season Suck Less

On today's episode, Tony breaks down the realities of late-season hunting, and offers up some insight on how to make the quest for a buzzer beater deer as enjoyable as possible. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 20, 202219 min

Ep. 612: How I Killed my 2022 #1 Target Buck

This week on the show, I'm breaking down the three year story of my hunt for Junior and the tactics that helped me kill this 5.5 year old Michigan buck on a small property. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 15, 20222 hr 39 min

Ep. 611: Rut Fresh Radio 12/14/2022 - DOLDRUMS OF DECEMBER

This is the FIFTEENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Alabama, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. It’s the late SZN for many, but the rut is popping if you’re in the right pockets! Hunters this week talk about the impact of late rut dates across the ...

Dec 14, 202243 min

Ep. 610: Foundations - Gaining Whitetail Wisdom Through Weapon Choice

On today's episode, Tony explains why it's beneficial for bowhunters to rifle or muzzleloader hunt, and vice versa. This weapon switch-up strategy can help all hunters better understand deer behavior throughout the entire season. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 13, 202218 min

Ep. 609: How to Break Yourself Out of a Deer Hunting Slump with Alex Gyllstrom

On today's show, guest host Tony Peterson chats with Wired to Hunt contributor, Alex Gyllstrom. Throughout this episode they discuss hot and cold streaks, and how they've both found ways to end a whitetail slump where it felt like they'd never kill another buck. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 08, 20221 hr 15 min

Ep. 608: Rut Fresh Radio 12/7/2022 - The LATE Season!

This is the FOURTEENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Washington, Oklahoma, Florida, and Pennsylvania. It’s the late SZN for many, but the rut is popping if you’re in the right pockets! Hunters this week talk about the impact of snow and cold weath...

Dec 07, 202239 min

Ep. 607: Foundations - For the Love of Does, Part 2

On this week's show, Tony goes deeper into the world of hunting does. He explains why they are a real challenge in so many hunting situations, and why you can't really be a good hunter without understanding how all of the deer behave - not just the bucks. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 06, 202218 min

Ep. 606: Real-World Late Season Tactics with Brennen Nading and Michael Mancl

This week on the show, I'm joined by Brennen Nading and Michael Mancl of The Breaking Point TV to discuss their top tactics for killing late season bucks in real world DIY situations. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 01, 20221 hr 22 min

Ep. 605: Rut Fresh Radio 11/30/2022 - The Rut is OVER! (Or is it???)

This is the TWELFTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in MISSISSIPPI, COOLORADO, MINNESOTA, and TEXAS! Surprisingly, hunters remarked at the late rut movement they’ve experienced this SZN. Scrapes seemed to come up quite a few times, as well as good food...

Nov 30, 202237 min

Ep. 604: Foundations - For the Love of Does, Part 1

On today's show, Tony lays out a case for why we should give does far more credit than we do. He also explains how the challenge of killing mature does can make you a better buck hunter. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 29, 202219 min

Ep. 603: Late Rut and Late Season Hunting with Clint Casper

This week on the show, we're joined by diehard bowhunter, writer, and podcaster Clint Casper to discuss his top tactics for killing late rut and late season whitetails. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 24, 20222 hr 34 min

Ep. 602: Rut Fresh Radio 11/23/2022 - GUN SZN Brace or Embrace?

This is the TWELFTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in ALABAMA, WISCONSIN, PENNSYLVANIA, and TENNESSEE. The country is in turmoil, but not because of Elon or political pundits. It’s full-fledge deer season, with ruts, post ruts, pre ruts, archery seaso...

Nov 23, 202250 min

Ep. 601: Foundations - A Little Rut Reflection Does A Hunter Good

On this week's show, Tony breaks down his rut hunt and explains why we should all do a little reflecting on this year's successes and failures, so that we can all have more fun next November. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 22, 202218 min

Ep. 600: Rut, Lockdown, Late November, and More of Your Deer Hunting Questions Answered

This week on the show, I'm joined by Tony Peterson to answer a whole pile of listener questions about hunting the rut, lockdown, late November/post-rut tactics and a whole bunch more. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 17, 20221 hr 15 min

Ep. 599: Rut Fresh Radio 11/16/2022 - LOCKDOWN or HOEDOWN?

This is the ELEVENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Wyoming, Illinois, Kansas, and Rhode Island. Are we in lockdown? I think we’re in lockdown. Maybe we aren’t in lockdown! It’s a great (and arguably the best) week to be in the whitetail woods! Hun...

Nov 16, 202238 min

Ep. 598: Foundations - Expert Level Hide and Seek

On today's show, Tony breaks down what happens in mid-November as the rut starts to wind down, and the hunting pressure from the archery and firearm crowd causes the deer to seek sanctuaries. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 15, 202219 min

Ep. 597: Rut Hunting Lessons, Successes, and Sorrows

This week on the show Mark shares the story of his week hunting the whitetail rut in Nebraska and Ohio, the tactics he used to find success, and the lessons he learned along the way. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 10, 20222 hr 46 min

Ep.596: Rut Fresh Radio 11/9/2022 - One HOT Week

This is the TENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Texas, North Dakota, Kentucky, and Iowa. We’re in the thick of it now! It seems this past week you’re either HOT, or you’re not. With looming colder temps before us, hunters this week have some encou...

Nov 09, 202233 min

Ep. 595: Foundations - It's Not About How Many, But Who

On this week's show, Tony discusses a common rut mistake many hunters make, which is to look for deer concentrations when they might be better off looking for fewer deer in the right spots. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 08, 202217 min

Ep. 594: Mastering the Whitetail Rut with Skip Sligh

This week on the show, I’m joined by diehard bowhunter Skip Sligh to discuss his top tactics for hunting the rut from Michigan to Iowa and points in between. AND we've got a surprise guest joining us for a rut kick-off intro as well! Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 03, 20222 hr 3 min

Ep.593: Rut Fresh Radio 11/2/2022 - The Rut

This is the NINTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Arkansas, Michigan, Ohio, and Colorado. Early November is the heat of the rut, however hunters this season are going to encounter super hot temperatures as well. This week we talk to hunters who have...

Nov 02, 202242 min

Ep. 592: Foundations - Don't Fall In Love With Deer Hunting Ideas

On today's show, Tony discusses a problem that plagues a lot of whitetail hunters, which is that they want a hunt to happen a certain way, in a specific spot. This tends to influence their hunting decisions in a negative way. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 01, 202218 min

Ep. 591: Patterning Bucks During the Rut and Beyond with Jeff Sturgis

This week on the show, I'm joined by Jeff Sturgis to discuss his in-depth perspective on patterning bucks during the rut and his process for dialing in a plan for bucks at all times of year. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 27, 20222 hr 49 min

Ep. 590: Rut Fresh Radio 10/26/2022 - The Hunt For Late October

This is the EIGHTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Georgia, and Minnesota. The last week in October means we finally get to see some true rut action! However, unseasonably warm temps can put a damper on buck movement. Th...

Oct 26, 202236 min

Ep. 589: Foundations - Coming Out Heavy

On today's episode, Tony breaks down the different ways in which you can get your buck out of the woods, no matter where he dies. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 25, 202218 min

Ep 588: Patterning Public Land Bucks with Jake Bush

This week on the show, I’m joined by Jake Bush to dive deep into his process for patterning big public land bucks. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 20, 20221 hr 18 min

Ep. 587: Rut Fresh Radio 10/19/2022 - What About The Lull?

This is the SEVENTH episode of Rut Fresh Radio of the 2022 Season! In each episode, K.C. and Tyler interview deer hunters from across the country in search of the freshest, most current information on Whitetail Buck movement and hear stories of hunting success. This week we get to hear from hunters in New Jersey, Maine, Alabama, and South Dakota. With the “October lull” in full effect we talk to hunters in the field and discuss whether there is a lull along with tactics used to be successful at ...

Oct 19, 202238 min

Ep. 586: Foundations - Blood Trailing Breakdown, Part 2

On today's show, Tony continues his discussion of blood trailing by explaining how to interpret spoor and how to make informed decisions no matter how difficult the trail becomes. Connect with Wired To Hunt and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 18, 202220 min