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Okayest Hunter Deer Hunting Podcast Putting an end to hunter shaming, returning to our roots as deer hunters, and having fun outdoors! Join us each week as we host a LIVE Listener Call-InDeer Hunting podcastevery Tuesday, streaming to Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram at 6 PM CSD. We’re the Okayest hunting podcast in the Midwest. We keep it casual and drink bourbon and beer while chatting with known and unknown deer, elk, and other hunters around the country. Wisconsin-based deer hunting podcast

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104:49

Deer Camp, Comedy & Starting Over with Comedian...

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2026/10/07

What happens when a stand-up comedian living in New York City gets the hunting bug all over again?Comedian Collin Chamberlin ( http://www.youtube.com/@collin_comedy ) joins the Okayest Hunter crew for a hilarious conversation about growing up around Pennsylvania deer camp, walking away from hunting for years, and eventually finding his way back into the woods as an adult. Collin grew up hunting deer with his grandfather and uncle in Pennsylvania, where deer season was practically a holiday. But

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101:49

Hunt the Animal, Not the Spot | Pat Newcomb & Glen Reich

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2026/09/30

What happens when you stop hunting the tree and start hunting the animal?On this episode of the Okayest Hunter Podcast, we sit down with Pat Newcomb and Glen Reich of Newcomb Hunting for a wide-ranging conversation about whitetail hunting from the ground, mobile hunting strategies, fresh deer sign, turkey hunting, entrepreneurship, and finding the right tool for the hunt. Pat shares how his background as a lifelong hunter—and a passion for run-and-gun turkey hunting—eventually led to the

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62:58

Behind the Bow with Bear Archery’s Ryan Shutts

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2026/09/23

Ryan Shutts from Bear Archery joins the Okayest Hunter Podcast to pull back the curtain on what actually goes into designing and developing a modern compound bow.With Bear Archery preparing its 2027 lineup, Ryan explains how a new bow goes from customer feedback and an idea to engineering, testing, manufacturing, and eventually the bow shop. We get into why bow manufacturers release new models when they do, how much compound bow technology has changed over the years, and why some of the most

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101:44

Unlocking Hunting Land with HLRBO

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2026/09/16

Finding a place to hunt is becoming one of the biggest challenges hunters face. In this episode, we're joined by Eric Mueller of HLRBO — Hunting Land Rental By Owner — to talk about private hunting land, hunting leases, and how hunters and landowners can connect to create more opportunities to get outside.HLRBO was built around a simple problem: Hunters lose access to property and suddenly have to start the search for hunting ground all over again. The platform works as a hunting lease marketplace

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79:07

Dropping Pins: DJ Riley

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2026/09/11

In this episode of dropping pins, Derek sits down to talk with DJ Riley of the method podcast. DJ is an absolute wizard at getting a big mature box in his home state of Michigan and with an even higher success rate on out of state first time in hunts.DJ starts us off with a huge aha moment when he spoke with Todd pregnant at a state show about the importance of keeping moving if you’re not satisfied with the results you’re getting. This single statement became a mindset that forced growth in DJ’s

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87:59

Mosquitoes & Ticks Suck! With Sawyer

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2026/09/09

Mosquitoes suck. Ticks might suck even more.This week on the Okayest Hunter Podcast, we sit down with Travis from Sawyer to talk about something almost every hunter has dealt with but probably doesn't think enough about: protecting yourself from ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting insects while you're in the field. We dive deep into Sawyer Permethrin, how it works on clothing and hunting gear, and why it has become such a valuable tool for hunters spending time in tick country. We also break down

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90:19

Dropping Pins: Jacob Sklenar

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2026/09/03

In this episode of Dropping Pins, Derek sits down with our good friend Jacob Sklenar of the Wild Calling YouTube channel. Jacob is an accomplished big-buck hunter on the heavily pressured public lands of southeastern Wisconsin. He has documented his hunts through some impressive self-filmed content and shared his knowledge across several platforms and podcasts, including hosting a podcast for the Mobile Hunters Expo.Jacob breaks down what he believes is the most important factor in consistently

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124:21

Early Hunting Season Whitetail Gear

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2026/09/02

Early season whitetail hunting can mean long walks, heavy packs, high humidity, mosquitoes, and temperatures that feel more like summer than deer season. So what should you actually wear when you're trying to stay cool on the way in without sacrificing concealment and comfort once you're in the tree? In this episode, we're breaking down early season whitetail hunting clothing, layering systems, breathability, sweat management, and how the right gear can make a huge difference during those hot

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113:30

The Other Side of Obsession with Dan Infalt

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2026/08/25

Dan Infalt joins the podcast for a deep dive into mature whitetail hunting, buck bedding, scouting, trail cameras, hunting pressure, first-sit success, and finding the overlooked places where giant bucks survive.Dan has spent decades studying mature whitetails, and in this conversation he explains why some of his oldest bucks have come from places other hunters overlook. Rather than repeatedly hunting traditional funnels and proven stands, Dan describes searching for the small “niche” that allows

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70:12

The Hunting Questions Nobody Wants to Ask

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2026/08/19

There's a ton of deer hunting content telling you how to find mature bucks, hunt bedding areas, understand thermals, perfect your archery setup, and become a better whitetail hunter—but what if you're still trying to figure out where the hell to start?In this episode of the Okayest Hunter Podcast, we're going back to Hunting 101 and answering the deer hunting and bow hunting questions people are sometimes too embarrassed to ask. There's a real gap between advanced whitetail content and the

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71:09

Dropping Pins: Caleb Frostman

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2026/08/13

This week, Caleb Frostman makes a trip to the Okayest Hunter podcast studio for an in-person discussion on his journey in hunting. Caleb discusses his vast experience in just about every type of terrain WI has to offer, along with MN.Caleb cut his teeth as a rifle hunter in the Northwoods of the National Forest and later got the opportunity to hunt a large tract of private property in the Driftless Region of SW WI. There he was able to hone his skills at killing deer, and some big bucks, while

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95:10

Why So Serious?

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2026/08/12

Are we taking hunting too seriously? In this episode, we dig into a question that more hunters may need to ask themselves: Have we gotten so good at hunting—or at least so obsessed with becoming better at it—that we've gotten worse at actually enjoying it? Modern whitetail hunting comes with more information, technology, gear, trail cameras, mapping tools, tactics and access to hunting content than ever before. Add social media to the mix, and every time you open your phone it can look like

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84:33

Why We Hunt

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2026/08/05

Why do we hunt?It's one of the simplest questions a hunter can be asked—and one of the hardest to answer. In this episode of the Okayest Hunter Podcast, the crew starts with summer fishing stories, archery practice, scouting updates, new hunting gear, upcoming seminars, and preparations for another deer season. But the conversation eventually turns into something much deeper. What keeps us coming back year after year? Is it the challenge? The meat? The tradition? The friendships? The pursuit of

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58:13

Dropping Pins: Kyle Hollibush with Avon Legend

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2026/07/30

In this episode, Derek talks to local WI hunter and videographer Kyle Hollibush of Avon Legend. Kyle was a late-onset hunter starting only 8 seasons ago, but has the drive and thirst for knowledge that has really helped him “figure it out” in the marsh bottoms.Kyle discusses his experience getting into hunting, where he found inspiration and information, and how the COVID pandemic helped accelerate his learning curve. Kyle discusses how he used trail cameras to help monitor ditches and water

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84:34

Getting Dialed In with Whale-Tales Archery

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2026/07/29

Getting dialed in for bow season isn't just about buying a new bow or shooting a few arrows before opening day. It's about building a setup you trust, developing repeatable shooting form, understanding your equipment, and putting in the reps so you're ready when the opportunity finally comes.In this episode of the Okayest Hunter Podcast, we're joined by Dan from Whale-Tales Archery in Dousman, Wisconsin, for a deep dive into bow setup, archery form, tuning, equipment, practice, and what it really

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55:25

Dropping Pins: Derek’s Seasonal Updates and IL Bow...

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2026/07/24

Derek kicks off this season solo with some updates on the upcoming Okayest Hunter Seminar, summer trial cams, IL scouting, and prepping for his son's WI youth hunt.In Dropping Pins, Derek tells the story of how his group's Illinois public land hunt unfolded and how he was lucky enough to arrow a nice IL buck. The story tells a tale of not settling, asking yourself the tough questions, and not being afraid to make a move or take a shot when a fleeting opportunity presents itself. No one wants to

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79:43

Mobile Hunting Systems

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2026/07/22

Whitetail season is getting close, and we're breaking down everything that's changing in our mobile hunting setups for this year. In this episode, we dive into saddle hunting systems, climbing sticks, platforms, mobile hunting packs, bow setup, archery tuning, and the gear we're trusting this fall. We also discuss the latest Latitude equipment, organizing a streamlined hunting pack, reducing weight without sacrificing efficiency, and why simplicity often leads to better hunts. We also talk about

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78:05

Bold Moves Fill Tags

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2026/07/15

What does it take to consistently find—and kill—mature whitetails? Sometimes the answer isn't hunting harder… it's making one bold move at exactly the right time. In this episode, Dave Bechtel returns to the podcast to break down the story behind his impressive gun buck, the in-season decisions that led to success, and why adapting to hunting pressure can completely change your season. The crew dives into trail camera strategy, public land and permission property tactics, aggressive stand moves,

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73:32

Deer Season is Almost Here

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2026/07/08

Deer season is almost here, and now is the time to turn months of scouting into a solid hunting plan. In this episode of the Okayest Hunter Podcast, we dive into the final weeks before opening day and discuss what serious whitetail hunters should be doing right now to increase their odds of tagging a mature buck. We cover trail camera placement, identifying fresh rubs and deer sign, accessing hunting spots without alerting deer, scouting your way into a stand, managing scent, and knowing when to

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80:04

Small Tracts & Good Hunting

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2026/07/01

Most hunters dream about owning hundreds of acres. What if you only needed 2.8? In this episode of the Okayest Hunter Podcast, we're joined by Jimie Deegan to discuss one of the most overlooked strategies in whitetail hunting—targeting tiny parcels that everyone else drives past. From killing mature bucks on properties smaller than most backyards to finding overlooked permission ground, Jimie Deegan explains why big deer don't always need big properties. We also dive into the traditions of deer

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