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The WhitetailDNA Podcast

Join Alex Comstock and the rest of the WhitetailDNA team as they canvas the country bringing you in-depth knowledge across all things hunting, archery and outdoors. From serious conversations with industry experts to hunt recaps and more, each episode will be filled with humor, great information and some awesome stories.

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EP 84 | November Buck Down! How TWO Sits Was All It...

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2025/11/26

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode of the podcast, Jeremy breaks down the full story of how he managed to tag his target buck in just two sits. The guys uncover the history of this deer, including the tactics used to get an arrow in this buck, and the in-season clues that confirmed the rut was underway. Jeremy showcases a decision he made that ultimately led him to wrap his tag around "Bogey." This is a great conversation filled with real-world takeaways and offers a look

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EP 83 | Is The Rut Over? Post-Rut Tactics For Mature...

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2025/11/19

Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we break down what the first half of November has really looked like in the whitetail woods and why things may not be as "finished" as some hunters think. We dive into why this window can actually be one of the best times of the entire season to kill a mature buck you've never laid eyes on before, and why committing to all-day sits is still absolutely worth it. We also get into the specific areas you should be honing in

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EP 82 | Dream Season: Bowhunting The Rut In Iowa

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2025/11/12

Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! There's no better time to be in the woods than November, and to top it off, we spent the last week in southern Iowa. On today's episode, we recap the week of rut hunting in Iowa. Garrett walks us through his first trip to Iowa in late October, what lessons he learned when chasing mature bucks, shuffling cameras, and dialing in a game plan for November. The guys head back down for a week of prime rut hunting and, surprisingly, face a slow

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54:21

EP 81 | Buck Down In Minnesota! Breaking Down The...

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2025/11/05

Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, the team sits down and shares Luke's story of the buck he killed in October, named "Vanilla." Luke breaks down the hunt from start to finish, dating back to the last two years. He covers door knocking, scouting, setup, and tactics that came together to make it happen. The team dives into lessons learned from Luke's October success, discussing what worked, what didn't, and how those takeaways can be applied in November

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EP 80 | Top 5 Never Forgets For November

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2025/10/29

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are covering our top 5 "never forgets" every deer hunter needs to keep in mind during the whitetail rut. Physically and mentally, these are the essentials that can make or break November. Some of these topics, many of us have fallen victim to and get caught up in. Never forget what's most important to you. Whether you're after a target buck or soaking in the chaos of the rut, this episode is your reminder to stay focused, hunt smart,

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EP 79 | Breaking Down The Pre-Rut With Jeff Sturgis

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2025/10/22

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by our friend Jeff Sturgis. Jeff is the owner and operator of Whitetail Habitat Solutions and Pure Wildlife Blends Seed Company. As October heats up, so does buck movement—Jeff breaks down exactly how to capitalize during the critical pre rut phase. We dive deep into strategies that include hunting water sources, food sources, active scrapes, and why understanding the difference between a morning and evening stand can make

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EP 78 | Exposing Hidden Behaviors of Mature Bucks...

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2025/10/15

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we're joined by Derrick Dixon of Whitetail Research — a whitetail behavior expert who's taking deer scouting to the next level. Using thermal drone technology, Derrick tracks mature bucks in real time and records their every move, creating data-rich YouTube videos that reveal the untold story of how these elusive deer truly behave. We dive deep into the patterns, tendencies, and behaviors of mature bucks, the kind most hunters never

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EP 77 | Navigating The Whitetail Woods With Jared...

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2025/10/08

Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Jared Larsen of OnX Hunt. Jared has worked for OnX for over the last 8 years and has been a part of the rapid growth over the years. Jared has grown up chasing whitetails in Wisconsin and currently resides in Montana. Jared talks about the importance of utilizing OnX before your hunt, whether it's e-scouting or developing a hunt plan for your next adventure. The guys dive into early October whitetail

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EP 76 | How To Kill an October Buck

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2025/10/01

Welcome back to the show! In today's episode, Alex and Kaleb Comstock sit down to chat through everything that goes into whitetail hunting during the month of October. October is quite an interesting month to hunt whitetails, as there's a lot of change from the beginning of the month to the end of the month. The guys talk through all these changes, how to combat them and how to make game plans to strike thorughout the month while hunting mature bucks. Enjoy! New episodes drop every Wednesday at 6AM

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EP 75 | Nebraska Buck Down! The Story of Kaleb's 3...

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2025/09/24

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA podcast! In today's show, Alex Comstock and Kaleb Comstock break down the 3 year journey for the buck Kaleb called Jeezy. Kaleb goes into depth on what went into hunting this buck, the work that went into the property and how he was able to capitalize early in this season. It's a heck of a story and we hope you enjoy! New episodes drop every Wednesday at 6AM CST LINKS: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel Shop WDNA Merch Follow along on Instagram and Facebook Check out

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EP 74 | The Month of Bugling Bulls With Trent Johnson...

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2025/09/17

Welcome back to the show! In today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, the guys are joined by Jeremy's good friends, Trent Johnson and John Seguin to talk all things elk hunting. Lopy, Trent and John are all headed to Wyoming to chase elk this September, determined to find some good bulls to go after. The guys talk about how they got into elk hunting, trials and tribulations, success stories and preview their plans for Wyoming. Enjoy the show! New episodes drop every Wednesday at 6AM CST LINKS: Subscribe

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EP 73 | Recapping North Dakota Early Season with...

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2025/09/10

Welcome back! In today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, for the third time we are joined by Brennen Nading of The Breaking Point TV to talk some early seson deer hunting. We recap the rather uneventful trip for the team, while diving deep into how Brennen was able to fill his North Dakota tag during the first week of the season! Brennen discusses how he made a specific move after hunting this deer for multiple years that ended up sealing the deal, and what went into that decision. After breaking all

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EP 72 | 2025 Hunting Season Preview

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2025/09/03

Welcome back! The 2025 hunting season has begun! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, the team runs through the 2025 hunting season. The guys dive into what each hunt is shaping up to be for 2025 and the specific bucks they are after in each state, ranging from Minnesota to Wisconsin, North Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wyoming, and everything in between. They also discuss the preparation that has taken place during the offseason, including food plots and property management on private land, as

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01:16:40

EP 71 | Trail Cam 101 With Kevin Harlander (Tactacam...

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2025/08/27

Welcome back! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, we are joined by Kevin Harlander of Tactacam Reveal. Kevin talks to us about his early days in the hunting industry, guiding elk hunts, working for First Lite, and now with Tactacam Reveal. Kevin has a proven track record of outdoorsmanship. Kevin shares what sets Tactacam apart from its competitors, from innovative features to unmatched customer support—highlighted by an unbelievable story involving Jeremy. We also dive into the latest trail

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EP 70 | Setting The Stage For A Banner Year In Iowa

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2025/08/20

Welcome back to another week! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, Alex and Garrett recap their recent scouting trip to Iowa as Garrett gears up for his 2025 Iowa deer season. The guys break down what they found while narrowing down promising public land spots. They also dive into the specific types of terrain and habitat features we’re targeting when trying to locate mature bucks during October and November—think secluded bedding areas, terrain funnels, and overlooked pockets. The guys touch on

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EP 69 | Early Season Tactics To Make Your First Sit...

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2025/08/13

Welcome back! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, we're covering early season tactics and nuances when chasing whitetail bucks. From understanding where to set up to letting your glass do the work when gathering intel, we break down two key areas every hunter should hone in on before the season heats up. We talk about when to be aggressive—and when to hold back—as well as the pros and cons of hunting mornings during the early weeks. You'll also hear tips on top items to bring into the woods,

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EP 68 | Fixed or Mechanical? The Broadhead Survey...

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2025/08/06

Welcome back to another week! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, we are covering all things broadheads with Randy Graber, owner of Custom Archery & Outdoors. Instead of forming our own opinions, we've gathered data from bowhunters all over the country to see what they are shooting and whether they were successful or not. We dive into real-world results from hunters who submitted their experiences on whether they shot and recovered an animal, the weight of their arrows, the type and model of

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01:02:55

EP 67 | The Average Joe Approach: Bowhunting Kansas...

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2025/07/30

Welcome back! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, we're joined by Joe Kavanaugh for a deep dive into all things whitetail hunting in the state of Kansas. Joe is a die-hard bowhunter and has an impressive track record when it comes to hunting mature animals. Joe shares his approach to preparation for the upcoming hunting season, including the projects he's tackled on his 160-acre farm in Kansas. The guys dive into what makes Kansas such a unique state for chasing giant bucks and why so many

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EP 66 | Building The Blueprint On The River Farm With...

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2025/07/23

Welcome back to another week! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, we're joined once again by Josh Parrent of Whitetail Design Build to dive deeper into the ongoing transformation of the River Farm property. Josh came up to northern Wisconsin to help knock out strategic travel corridors and dial in mock scrapes to influence deer movement. Working hand in hand with Superior Land Management, the guys also cut new access roads to improve stand and blind access through the property without spooking

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EP 65 | Land Built For Giant Bucks: Farming,...

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2025/07/16

Welcome back! On today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, the guys are joined by Skip Sligh. Skip is a dedicated land steward and passionate whitetail hunter whose impact spans across multiple states. With over 30 years of experience in the deer woods, Skip shares how his lifelong pursuit of hunting has always been rooted in one core mission: leave it better than he found it. Skip takes us through his journey of acquiring and managing farms throughout the years, and what it truly means to build a

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