Vulnerable EP 6: Gary Comer Jr: CWD, EHD, Herd control, Predators, and much more!

In this episode of the Vulnerable Podcast, we sit down with wildlife biologist Gary Comer Jr. to unpack 30+ years of hard-earned experience managing Ohio’s exploding deer population.We cover:CWD, EHD, and diseases in whitetailsThe real story behind urban coyotes and downtown deerWhy Ohio has more deer now than ever in historyWhat’s changed since the 80s: hunting pressure, trail cams, and age structureHow 50% of fawns die and why it’s normalThe brutal truth about why most hunters don’t shoot doesWhy the "one buck state" model worksAre predators like bears and coyotes helping or hurting deer herds?The real reason giant bucks survive suburbiaWhy hunter numbers are falling fast—and what it means for the futureThis is one of our deepest, rawest episodes yet.🎯 Whether you’re a hunter, landowner, or just a whitetail junkie—this one is nonstop education and storytelling.🎙️ Hosts: Cory Arbogast, Joel Snow🎓 Guest: Gary Comer Jr., Wildlife Biologist🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, drop a comment, and share this episode with a buddy who needs to hear it.