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The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast

Andrew Maxwell & Jacob Myers

The Southern Outdoorsmen is a weekly deer hunting podcast for serious DIY whitetail hunters, hosted by Andrew Maxwell and Jacob Myers. Since 2017 - across 800+ episodes - we've sat down with the best hometown deer hunters in the country: the guys quietly killing mature bucks year after year on the same public land, leases, hunting clubs, and family farms as everyone else, and broken down exactly how they do it.Every Monday we drop a new episode on the woodsmanship that actually fills tags -

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66:06

732 - PUT Deer In Front of You by Calling with...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/10/20

When it comes to tactics that create a ton of listener success stories, Richard Fought's calling techniques are right at the top. Today, we revisit the subject with Richard and do a deep dive on his calling techniques, how to call without spooking deer, what has worked for our listeners since the first time we talked about this and more. Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here -

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56:43

731 - Determining Mature Buck Tracks, Pre-Rut...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/10/16

In this listener Q&A, we cover: How to determine what a mature buck track looks like in your area Does using a suppressor on your rifle help with lowering hunting pressure? Are pre-rut annual patterns affected by hunting pressure? The best way to find pockets of deer in low deer density areas We also cover our plans for some upcoming hunts! Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here -

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84:08

730 - Hunting Scrapes the Right Way with Steve Sherk

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/10/13

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74:58

729 - Hunting With An Abundance of Food & Cover,...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/10/09

On this Thursday Q&A we are covering: 1. Do's & Don'ts of hunting near property boundaries 2. Why do bucks seem to like rubbing one species of tree vs another? 3. Hunting around SMZ's (Streamside Managment Zones) We then cover some recent scouting/squirrel hunting we have been doing! Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aK Join Woodsman Wire -

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113:18

728 - Secrets of a Successful Ground Hunter with Joe...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/10/06

In this episode, we are in Pennsylvania talking with Joe and Beau Martonik about all things big woods deer hunting, with an emphasis on ground hunting! Joe has had a lot of success over the years tagging big bucks from the ground. In this episode he breaks down his mothod of slip hunting through clear cuts while calling to bring mature bucks into bow range. Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here -

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83:58

727 - Feed Tree Hunting - Our GA Deer Hunt Recap!

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/10/02

We just got back from a great hunt in Georgia, targeting feed trees with our buddy Greg Maher! Greg was on the show last year talking about how to effectively hunt feed trees, and this week we put his strategy to the test in person! Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aK Join Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aR Use the promo code “southern” for a

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112:07

726 - How to Hunt Rub Lines for Consistent Buck...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Hunting rub lines can unlock some of the best opportunities to encounter mature bucks — if you know how to read them the right way. In this episode, legendary Arkansas mountain hunter Moe Shepherd joins us to break down decades of experience hunting mountain country bucks, explaining how rub lines reveal travel patterns, bedding areas, and rut behavior. Whether you’re new to deer hunting or a seasoned woodsman, this deep dive will give you proven tactics for finding success in tough terrain.Got

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64:16

725 - Feed Trees, Thickets & Woodsmanship with Robert...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Georgia bowhunter Robert Carter joins us to share his bowhunting secrets from over 30 years of chasing deer on Georgia public land. From setting up inside 15 yards with a stickbow to finding hot persimmon and water oak trees, Robert breaks down how he consistently kills deer in thick cover. If you want to get closer, hunt smarter, and learn from a true woodsman, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab

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96:26

724 - Whitetail Research: What REALLY Gets Bucks...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Today, we are talking with @WhitetailResearch on some extremely unique and interesting insights into buck behavior that have come out of a year-long thermal drone study! Derrick Dixon is the man behind the channel/website Whitetail Research. In today's episode we dive into his findings from his year long study using a thermal drone to observe buck movement. Subjects: • The factor that allowed Derrick to time when bucks would get up & move. • Do bucks really move farther in the morning or

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112:14

723 - The Good, Bad & Ugly of Bows and Crossbows with...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/18

This week we sit down with our buddy Mark Smith. Mark is a bow tech at Mark's Outdoors in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. We discuss some of Mark's craziest stories of working in a bow shop, and have a discussion about prepping your archery equipment for deer season. We dive into: Mark’s journey from martial arts & CrossFit gyms to becoming a trusted bow tech Wild shop stories — dry fires, broken bows, and hard-learned lessons Tips for keeping your bow “hunt ready” year-round

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113:47

722 - Early Season Bowhunting in the Big Woods: Ralph...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Today on the show, Virginia mountain hunter Ralph Barton breaks down his early-season bowhunting strategy in the big woods. Ralph shares how he scouts for productive acorn trees, pinpoints bedding areas, and uses persistence to get deer into bow range in some of the toughest terrain in the eastern US. From reading feed trees to adjusting stands by just a few yards, his approach shows how to consistently find deer in low-density mountain country consistently. Check out Ralph's channel -

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60:57

721 - Buck Staging Areas, Early Season Funnels &...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/11

In this Thursday Q&A we cover: What you can lean when finding clusters of rubs in the woods Funnels or food in early season? Finding hot persimmon trees We also discuss our recent time spent with Derrick Dixon of Whitetail Research, and anounce some upcoming videos with him! Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aK Join Woodsman Wire -

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91:01

720 - Dr. Grant Woods on the Hidden Language of Scent...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Dr. Grant Woods, one of the nation’s leading deer biologists, explains the secret language of scrapes and rubs — and reveals what most hunters get wrong about deer scent, communication, and rut behavior.In this episode, we cover: • How bucks actually use scrapes and rubs to communicate • The truth about deer scent and why you can’t fool a buck’s nose • Pre-rut, rut, and post-rut hunting strategies that really work • Stand placement, access, and how to avoid alerting deer • What hunters should

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719 - Early Season Mature Bucks & Old School Hunting...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/04

In this throwback episode, we sit down with our friend Tony Myers, a veteran Alabama hunter who’s been chasing deer since the 1970s. Tony shares lessons he learned from old-timers in the early days, how deer behavior shifted after dog hunting was banned, and the subtle signs that separate consistent hunters from the rest. We dive into: Early season scouting strategies and why Tony likes to push close before opener. Key deer foods like greenbrier, honeysuckle, and white oaks — and how

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117:22

718 - Hunting A Buck vs. Hunting THE BUCK with Alan...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/09/01

In this part 2 episode with Alan Altizer, we go deep on the difference in hunting any buck vs. focusing on one buck. We also have an extremley in depth conversation on wind, thermals and how mature bucks use them in ways other deer do not. Other subjects: The difference in mindset between hunting any buck versus targeting one specific mature buck. How tactics shift depending on whether you’re hunting for opportunity or for a particular deer. The role of trail cameras — when they

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62:30

717 - Shifting WITH The Deer | LISTENER Q&A

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/08/28

In this Q&A episode, we cover: 1. What do you focus on when an area has oaks and agriculture (food everywhere). 2. Why am I getting deer on camera but never seeing them in person? 3. What trail cams do we recommend for public land? We also talk about the late summer shift that bucks typically do, what causes the shift, and more. Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here -

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86:15

716 - Using a Bucks Greatest Strength AGAINST Him...

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/08/25

In this episode of The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast, we sit down with legendary hunter Alan Altizer to talk about one of the most powerful deer hunting concepts you’ll ever hear: how a buck’s greatest strength can also be his biggest weakness.Alan shares decades of hard-earned woodsmanship — from reading washed-out tracks and understanding how deer use their senses, to why trail cameras can actually work against you. He explains how mature bucks rely on their strongest traits for survival, and how

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81:06

715 - LATE Summer Scouting | LISTENER Q&A

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/08/21

In this Thursday Q&A episode, we cover: Why won't your mock scrapes work? How long after an area floods will deer go back to normal? Does getting one picture of a buck mean anything? We also cover Jacob joining the "privileged hunters" with his new club! We go over what finally got him to join a club, along with how he is approaching the new property, and what scouting he will be doing before season comes in. Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form -

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714 - What Makes a GREAT BOWHUNTER with Richard Fought

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/08/18

Today, we are visiting with our buddy Richard Fought of Arkansas. Richard is a very well-known bowhunter in his area and a true woodsman by any standard. Longtime listeners will remember our episodes with Richard going all the way back to 2018! In this episode, we touch on what often separates GREAT bowhunters from everyone else, and what most guys miss when it comes to perfecting their craft. Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some

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82:48

713 - Jeff Phillips of Star City Whitetails

The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Jeff Phillips runs one of Virginia's largest social media accounts related to deer hunting - Star City Whitetails on Facebook. In this episode, we visit with Jeff at his home in Roanoke, Virginia, to talk about how he got started, the community he has built, and some of the most memorable bucks he has had submitted to his page over the years. Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here -

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