Best Deer Hunting Magazine Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 18: Feat. Brandon Malson 1:06:38

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In Episode 18 of the Michigan Out-of-Doors Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Malson, owner and founder of Network Outdoors. Brandon shares the story of his upbringing and the early experiences that sparked his lifelong passion for hunting and fishing. We dive into his background in business, how that shaped his entrepreneurial journey, and what ult…

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Dustin and Son Jackson Vaughn Warncke Talk Turkey Season What They Learned on a Spring Turkey Trip, PLUS a Wild Turkey Fajita Recipe from Luke Clayton 36:31

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Jackson sits down with who he calls, "The Best Dad Ever", your humble host, Dustin, and they talk about hunting together for spring Turkey on a ranch in the Texas Hill Country and Dustin also features a BONUS Wild Turkey recipe from Catfish Radio in Luke Clayton, one of the other radio shows and podcasts that Dustin produces (CatfishRadio.Podbean.c…

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Episode 083 - When You Can’t Hunt: Fertility Control as a Deer Management Tool 1:10:09

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In this episode, Stephanie Boyles-Griffin, Jessica Tegt, Steve Demarais, and Bronson Strickland discuss the complexities of urban deer management, exploring the challenges posed by growing deer populations in urban areas. While recreational hunting remains the most effective and practical tool for population control in most settings, an increasing …

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#160: APPLE TREES FOR WHITETAILS with Dan Schmidt 39:17

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In this episode, Dan Schmidt digs into the benefits of planting and managing apple trees for white-tailed deer. From selecting the right varieties to ideal planting spots and maintenance tips, learn how these fruit-bearing trees can become a powerful draw on your hunting property.

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Interview with Chester Moore at the Hunt Fish Podcast Summit - Texas Fish & Game Magazine Editor-In-Chief 1:21:41

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Wildlife journalist and legendary leader in conservation Chester Moore sits down with Dustin to talk about what he is up to these days in his personal and professional life. From the Kingdom Zoo Wildlife Center and Wild Wishes Program to a new documentary release to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the movie "JAWS", Chester talks about his passion…

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EP 246: New Idaho Draw for General Tags 28:54

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Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Logan Hedges as they discuss the new Idaho draw for Non-Resident elk and deer tags. In this episode, we cover 2026 tags going to a draw system, how the draw will work, important dates, youth hunting, and more! Tune in for Idaho updates! Host: Austin Atkinson Editor: Deziree Valdez Hunt Advisor: Logan Hedges P…

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#159: ARCHERY STRONG with Christian Williams 37:48

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Christian Williams created Archery Strong as a way to help people develop the strength to shoot a bow as well as help those with injuries and pain get back into bowhunting. Find out how he helps hunters with his online programs in this podcast.

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Episode 17: Feat. Gabe Selesan 1:08:55

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In this episode, we sit down with Gabe Selesan, the passionate angler and founder behind the Ultimate Walleye Derby and Ultimate Salmon Derby. Gabe shares his story of growing up with a rod in hand, learning the ins and outs of fishing from a young age and falling in love with the Michigan outdoors.We dive into what inspired Gabe to launch these co…

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Episode 16.5 - Senators Propose New License Fee Package 23:21

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In this episode of the Michigan Out-of-Doors Podcast, we sit down with Senators John Cherry (D-Flint) and Jon Bumstead (R-North Muskegon) to discuss their newly introduced legislation that would raise hunting and fishing license fees in Michigan for the first time in nearly a decade. They share the background behind the proposal, what the changes w…

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#158: REAL-WORLD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT with Steve Bartylla 23:54

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Most of us don't have hundreds of acres of hunting land, which can make deer management tricky but still doable. In this podcast, land manager Steve Bartylla describes how you can manage a small property from cull bucks to optimizing deer habitat and more.

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EP 245: Arizona 2025 Fall Draw 44:34

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Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Garth Jenson as they discuss the Arizona fall draw coming up! On this episode we cover Arizona deer (Mule and Coues) and sheep (Rocky and Desert) species information, application strategy, draw odds, deadlines, and prime unit overviews! ARIZONA DEADLINE: JUNE 3rd, 2025 Apply for the Draw Here Hosts: Austin At…

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From East to West: Finding DIY Big-Game Success 1:16:27

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West Virginia bowhunter David Miller grew up pursuing whitetails in the mountains of Appalachia. Later, he discovered many of the same tactics work for pursuing elk and mule deer in the mountains of the American West. Drawing on years of successful Western adventures, Miller shares his top tips for Eastern bowhunters who want to pursue their Wester…

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#157: ARCHERY ’TIL THE END with Ralph Cianciarulo 39:19

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Ralph Cianciarulo of the long-running show Archer’s Choice and The Choice is on the podcast talking about bowhunting in the good ‘ole days, the first bows he used, the effects of social media on archery, some crazy hunting stories, and more.

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Episode 16: Feat. Brian "Koz" Kozminski 1:13:12

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In this episode, we sit down with Brian "Koz" Kozminski—fly fishing guide, conservationist, and all-around outdoorsman—for a wide-ranging conversation that covers everything from wildlife policy to wild trout. We kick things off with a discussion on the recent coyote hunting closure and other timely policy developments affecting Michigan’s outdoors…

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#156: CREATING A TROPHY BUCK PLAYGROUND with Wildlife Research Center 41:19

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Our friends at Wildlife Research Center have spent over a decade and tried hundreds of formulas just to make one product. In this podcast, they talk about how they created some of their most popular offerings and how you can use them to create a trophy buck hangout.

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Episode 15: Feat. Jim Wirth 1:13:00

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In this episode, we sit down with Jim Wirth, co-founder of GiantMouse Knives, to explore the origin story of one of the most respected names in the knife community. Jim shares how his passion for blades began, the journey that led to teaming up with renowned designers Jesper Voxnaes and Jens Ansø, and what sets GiantMouse apart in a crowded market.…

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EP 244: Wyoming License Quotas Approved! Seasons, Quotas & More! 56:59

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Season dates and license quotas are now set for all species for the 2025 Wyoming draws. Listen now to understand the changes and how they may affect your applications. Logan Hedges and Austin Atkinson sit down to discuss each species available in the draw so you can modify or adjust your application for this year. Deadline to apply for Bighorn shee…

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#155: ADVANCED DOE MANAGEMENT with Steve Bartylla 26:15

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Expert land manager Steve Bartylla joins the podcast to share his tips on managing does to match the goals for your property.

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EP 243: Sheep Hunting in Oregon and Idaho with SMO 53:26

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Join Huntin' Fool Advisor Austin Atkinson and hunting guides from HFA Endorsed Outfitter #001, Dan Blankenship and Scott Coe. These two guide dozens of once-in-a-lifetime hunters each fall in Oregon and Idaho and share their knowledge of bighorn sheep, disease outbreaks, and how to select a unit for your draw application. Watch their films on the S…

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Studying Weird Wild Turkeys 38:37

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Every year, turkey hunters across America tag some really unusual gobblers with colors that just don't match the local flock. Are these birds mutants, escapees from a the local turkey farm or some kind of hybrid between domestic and wild turkeys? A new project called WildturkeyDNA, spearheaded by the National Wild Turkey Federation and its partners…

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#154: ADVANCED FOOD PLOTS with Brad Rucks 40:03

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Brad Rucks shares his wisdom from decades of planting food plots and hunting whitetails. Find out where to plant your food plots, how to determine the size of your plots, what to plant and when, and more.

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EP 242: Nevada Draw Outlook for 2025 50:50

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Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Robert Hanneman as they discuss the 2025 Nevada draw outlook and how to best strategize your hunting opportunities! Big game species covered in this episode include elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, antelope and moose. Host: Austin Atkinson Co-Host: Deziree Lambert Interviewing: Robert Hanneman Podcast Partners:…

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#153: WOLF MADNESS with Chris Vaughan 36:28

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Dan Schmidt and Chris Vaughan of Hunter Nation discuss the barriers to managing wolves and how lawmakers are preparing for a possible delisting of wolves. Apologies if you are watching the video version of this podcast as there are glitches in the first 5 minutes that were unfixable.

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Episode 14: Feat. Mark Kenyon 1:32:45

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In this episode, we're joined in studio by the one and only Mark Kenyon of MeatEater. We dive into the latest in conservation policy, including updates from the recent NRC meeting and a look ahead to the upcoming coyote vote in April.By Michigan Out-of-Doors

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#152: SPRING GOBBLERS with Brad Rucks 31:42

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Bonus coverage! Brad Rucks provides his tips and tricks for fooling lovesick toms during the spring turkey season.

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EP 241: Utah Final Price Increases and Permit Numbers for 2025 59:17

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Utah DWR has announced their new non-resident fees after having internal meetings. Should you keep applying? How much will a deer or elk permit cost in 2025 and beyond? Join Garth Jenson and Austin Atkinson as they sit down to share April updates to the new fee changes and permit quotas for this year. Fees will be increased for hunting licenses Jul…

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#151: THIS IS THE NEW NRA 37:24

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After a multi-year legal battle and weeding out some of the corruption within its ranks, the NRA is on the cusp of a historic comeback for 2nd Amendment advocates and hunters of all walks. Tune in to hear how two volunteers are working overtime to protect hunting rights and our American freedoms.

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EP 240: Update on New Non-Resident Fees in Utah 52:34

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What is going on with Utah and the new non-resident hunting fees for license and permits? Join Garth Jenson and Austin Atkinson as they sit down to share what they know about the new fee changes in Utah as a result of the the 2025 Legislative session with Senate Bill 8. The Sportsman's Caucus did NOT get to review the non-resident bill and these ch…

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Episode 13: Feat. Glenn Alfieri 1:11:56

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In this episode, we sit down with Glenn Alfieri of GK World Championship Calls to talk all things waterfowl calling and conservation policy. We start by covering key takeaways from the latest NRC meeting and some upcoming legislative efforts that could impact Michigan’s outdoors. Then, Glenn takes us through the history of GK Calls, the craftsmansh…

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#150: THE CWD SCAM with Dr. Deer 42:50

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Dr. James Kroll aka Dr. Deer explains why scientific reporting has gone downhill, why DNR credibility is low, and how CWD is being used as a scare tactic.

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#149: TURKEY TIME! with Jason Lupardus 23:01

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We interrupt the whitetail overload to bring you some fascinating insights about the future of turkey hunting in America with Jason Lupardus from Turkeys for Tomorrow.

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EP 239: The Drought of the West 32:19

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Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson, Garth Jenson, and Bransen Jackson as they dive into the effects of the drought in the Southwest, snowpack in Utah, Nevada, Arizona, winter kill, and various other topics that could dictate your upcoming season and expectations. Host: Austin Atkinson Co-Host: Deziree Lambert Interviewing: Garth Jenson and Bransen…

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#148: DOE HUNTING WHERE?!? 53:09

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Don't look now, but America's last doe-hunting holdout state is changing its tune. Plus: A look at wasteful spending on deer related initiatives across the country; a list of skyrocketing tag fees; and more news and notes from Dan Schmidt at Deer & Deer Hunting.

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EP 238: An Unexpected Visitor in Elk Camp 50:31

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Join Hunt Advisor, Austin Atkinson and Huntin' Fool members, Michael and Brad, as they discuss an unexpected visitor at their elk camp that led to a murder trial in New Mexico, while on their hunt last season. Join us for an elk hunting story with a wild twist! Host: Austin Atkinson Co-Host: Deziree Lambert Interviewing: Michael Theiler and Brad Bi…

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#147: “NATURE WILL FIX CWD!" with Dr. Christopher Seabury 54:44

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The nation's leading chronic wasting disease scientist explains how left-wing political scare tactics have gotten in the way of curing the problem.

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EP 237: Montana Elk & Deer Draw for 2025 32:22

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Welcome to the Built to Hunt podcast! This episode dives deep into the ins and outs of Montana's hunting application process for deer and elk. With Montana's notoriously intricate regulations and unique systems, it can feel overwhelming for both new hunters and seasoned outdoorsmen. Garth Jenson, Eric Bachofner, and Robert Hanneman break it all dow…

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Episode 12: Feat. Brad Dupuie 1:15:09

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In this episode of the Michigan Out-of-Doors Podcast, we dive into the latest from the Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC) meeting and provide a current legislative update on issues impacting conservation, hunting, and fishing in Michigan.We’re also joined by Brad Dupuie of Angler Quest, who shares the story behind the innovative fishing po…

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#146: RIFLESCOPE TRENDS with Trent Marsh 28:10

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Trent Marsh explains how to choose a riflescope, trends in optics, and his thoughts on thermal scopes in this podcast with Dan Schmidt.

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EP 236: The Built to Hunt Summit with Outdoor Solutions 25:46

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Today, we’re diving into an exciting event that’s built for hunters, by hunters—the Built to Hunt Summit! This premier training experience is designed to prepare you for real-world hunting success, from marksmanship and backcountry survival to expert-guided preparation. And to break it all down, we’ve got two incredible guests joining us—Greg Ray a…

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#145: AWESOME ARROWS with Gary Cornum 20:50

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Gary Cornum from Easton Archery joins Dan Schmidt at the 2025 ATA Show to discuss the materials that make the most accurate and durable arrows for deer hunting, what’s new for 2025 from Easton, and more.

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EP 235: The Ultimate Sheep Slam 1:18:55

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Join Hunt Advisor, Jerrod along with our Huntin' Fool team Josh, Brady and Promise as we unpack the ultimate adventure—an unforgettable rocky mountain bighorn sheep hunt in the rugged backcountry. From the meticulous preparation and gear selection to the mental and physical challenges of navigating extreme terrain, this conversation dives deep into…

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Bowhunting at the Crossroads 52:39

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Love them or hate them, crossbows are occupying an ever-larger space on the bowhunting landscape. What does that mean for the future of our sport? Brad Fenson, a highly successful hunter and author of our new crossbow column, joins us for a fascinating discussion about the changing bowhunting landscape.…

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EP 234: Colorado Draw Changes Coming Soon! 39:56

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Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson, Garth Jenson and Eric Bachofner as they dive into the major upcoming changes to Colorado’s big game draw system, a shift that will impact every hunter looking to chase elk, deer, and other prized species in the state. Here we unpack the sweeping changes that move Colorado from a preference-based draw to a 50-50 …

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#144: BETTER PLANS FOR FOOD PLOTS with Zach Haas 23:07

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Zach Haas is on the podcast with tips on how to improve your soil pH as well as getting a head start on your food plots with frost seeding.

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Episode 082 – Effects of Weather on Buck Movements 1:44:48

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In this episode Natasha Neary, Luke Resop, Steve Demarais, and Bronson Strickland discuss the MSU Deer Lab's recent analyses that disentangle the intricate relationship between buck movement and weather conditions. They use various metrics of deer activity, like movement rates and bedding percentages, and control for time of day and rut phase to is…

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Episode 11: Feat. Brian Anderson from G5 Outdoors 1:22:31

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In this episode of the Michigan Out-of-Doors Podcast, we sit down with Brian Anderson from G5 Outdoors, Prime Archery, and Montana Rifle Company. We kick things off with the latest policy updates affecting the outdoor community before diving into Brian's impressive background and career journey.Brian shares the story behind G5 Outdoors, the innovat…

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Ep 233: PEAX Equipment Now In Gear Fool 44:58

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Join Hunt Advisor, Austin Atkinson and Director of Gear Fool, Forest Pike, as they team up with Brice Bishop and Jeffrey Helm from PEAX Equipment! In this episode, we dive into the strategy behind the design, field testing, and top product line-ups for 2025! Grab your PEAX today at our Gear Fool store! Host: Austin Atkinson Co-Host: Deziree Lambert…

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#143: DEER MEAT FOR DINNER with Rob Arrington 45:29

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Rob Arrington talks about his experience starting his YouTube channel Deer Meat For Dinner, quickly finding success, some of his wildest and scariest hunting stories, and his favorite way to cook venison.