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Hunters Advantage Podcast

by Christian Babcock and Jake Gaylord

Hunters Advantage exists to promote wildlife conservation, share hard-earned hunting strategies, and spread the gospel through the outdoors. Est 2019.

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  1. 352. How To Find Rut Funnels That Mature Bucks Can’t Avoid w/ Justin Smith

    In today's video, we sit down with Justin Smith. Just is a mountain hunter with 20+ years of experience hunting and killing bucks on public land with his bow. We talk through how he looks at signs, how he scouts, and what terrain features he uses to consistently get on mature bucks on public...

  2. 351. Deer Biologist Rattled at 40+ GPS-Collared Bucks — Here's What They Did w/ Dr. Mickey Hellickson

    In this episode, wildlife biologist Mickey Hellickson joins Hunters Advantage to break down the real science of rattling — and what GPS-collared bucks revealed about how whitetails actually respond to the horns.Mickey walks through years of field research: how often bucks truly come to rattling,...

  3. 350. Why This October Cold Front's Your Best Shot at Mature Bucks | Hunt Talk

    In this episode, Hunters Advantage breaks down the October cold front set to hit Kansas and Oklahoma this weekend, and why we think it could kick off one of the best stretches of the early season. In this truck-cast Hunt Talk, recorded on the way to the taxidermist, we cover what a temperature...

  4. 349. You Don’t Need a Tree Stand to Kill Public Land Bucks w/ Mason Babcock

    In this episode, Mason Babcock joins Hunters Advantage to break down how he consistently kills bucks on pressured public land — without a tree stand.Mason walks through his entire system: how he reads topography to narrow down where mature bucks actually move (even in flat country), why subtle...

  5. 348. We Killed a 150" Buck on the First October Cold Front | Hunt Talk

    In this episode, Hunters Advantage breaks down one of the most reliable patterns in whitetail hunting: the early October cold front. When that first real temperature drop hits, mature bucks that have been moving under the cover of darkness suddenly get on their feet in daylight — and we were in…

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  6. 347. Deer Biologist Culled 1,000+ Bucks, Here's What They Learned About Antler Genetics | Dr. Charlie & Randy DeYoung

    Wildlife biologists Dr. Charlie and Randy DeYoung join Hunters Advantage to debunk the biggest myths in deer management — cull bucks, antler genetics, and supplemental feeding. Drawing on decades of research at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, including a landmark 20-year study on...

  7. 346. How-to Master Thermals and Kill More Mature Bucks w/ Blake Ramsey

    In today's episode, we sit down with Blake Ramsey. Blake is an avid outdoorsman and whitetail hunter focused on chasing and killing mature bucks every year. The key to his success is his ability to find mature bucks and hunt them without intruding on their core areas. He believes mature bucks…

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  8. 345. 40+ Year Deer Biologist: Why Mature Bucks 'Vanish' and Where They Actually Go w/ Dr. Mickey Hellickson

    In today's episode, Wildlife biologist Mickey Hellickson joins Hunters Advantage to break down what GPS-collar research actually reveals about mature buck movement — and how hunters can use it to kill bigger deer. Drawing on decades of telemetry studies on free-ranging whitetails, Mickey explains...

  9. 344. The Dark Side of Hunting Suburban Bucks (My Neighbor Stole Everything) w/ Devon Cowan

    In today's episode, I sit down with Devon Cowan from HuntFit. Devon is a Bowhunter, Athlete, and Land Agent living in Central Texas. We discuss his upbringing in New Jersey, bowhunting suburban whitetails, shed hunting, Dall Sheep hunting in the Northwest Territories. Devon embodies the journey…

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  10. 343. Your Hunting Technology Is Why You Can't Kill Mature Bucks w/ Jesse Woodward

    In today's episode, we sit down with Jesse Woodward. Jesse has been hunting the vast public land mountains of SE Oklahoma since he was six years old. We talk about why he thinks hot sign trumps everything, why he doesn't pay attention to food, bedding, or funnels if there isn't hot sign, and how…

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  11. 342. Why I Quit Hunting Early Season Food —Here's Where Mature Bucks Actually Are w/ Whitetail Mission

    In today's video, we sit down with ⁨@WhitetailMission⁩ to discuss early season hunting in the Midwest. We discuss the lessons they have learned the last 5 seasons hunting Ag country (corn & beans) in Kansas. We talk thought the difficulties of hunting bed to food patterns early season…

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  12. 341. 40+ Years of Woodsmanship Lessons Every Hunter Should Know w/ Herman Brune

    In today's episode, we sit down with Herman Brune. Herman is a Texas Native and was a guide in western Montana for Elk and Mule Deer for over 40 years. We discuss hunting pressured elk, why most hunters fail to call in bulls, herd bull vs. satellites, and what 40+ years on the mountain can teach...

  13. 340. We Shot 3 Antelope With 'Lightweight' Arrows | Our Honest Review

    In today's episode, Christian Babcock and Jake Ayers talk about their recent Antelope trip to Wyoming and Colorado. We talk about our bow and arrow setups, what we have learned through 5 years of failure, and what spot and stalk bow hunting teaches you about animal behavior. If you enjoyed the...

  14. 339. The Hidden Terrain Features That KILL More Mature Bucks w/ Jordan Shofler

    In today's episode, we sit down with Jordan Shofler to talk all things Mountain buck hunting. Jordan is a passionate public-land mountain-buck hunter from NE Oklahoma. He has spent years honing his scouting skills in the mountains to find bucks and share all his knowledge today with you. Please...

  15. 338. IT'S OVER! Light vs. Heavy Arrows & Fixed vs. Mechanical Broadheads Explained w/ REAL Hunting Data w/ Nick Campbell of Fletched Brand

    In today's episode, we sit down with Nick Campbell from the Fletched Brand. Nick is the creator of the Fletched Archery Calculator available in the app store from Apple & Android devices. The app has archers input their arrow weight, speed, and animal they are targeting and gives them insightful...

  16. 337. If You Want to Kill Mature Bucks, Stop Hunting Like EVERYONE Else w/ The Element (Tyler Jones & K.C. Smith)

    In today's episode, we sit down with Tyler and K.C. of The Element. These guys spend weeks every fall chasing whitetail deer across the country in their hit series 'Buck Truck'. We discuss buddy hunting, why thinking hard can beat hunting hard, and how most hunters can kill more mature bucks....

  17. 336. The Dirty Truth about the Archery Industry w/ Taylor 'Tank' Rost

    In today's episode, we sit down with long-time archery tech, Taylor Rost. Taylor is currently an archery tech at Archery Country in Austin, TX. We discuss what it's like to shoot 3D Archery, building bows for celebrities, and working in a bow shop for a living. If you enjoy the episode, please…

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  18. 335. If Your Neighbors Kill Every Young Buck — Change THIS Now! w/ Wyatt Speer

    In today's episode, we sit down with Wyatt Speer. Wyatt is a natural resource technician for the Grand River Dam Authority, responsible for managing over 3,500 acres of river bottom ground in Northeast Oklahoma strictly for deer. We discuss deer management in heavily pressured areas, how to grow...

  19. 334. Why Mobile Hunters Kill More Mature Bucks w/ Denton Curry

    In today's video, we sit down with Denton Curry. He is a die-hard bowhunter from SE Texas who has spent years hunting Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska for mature bucks. His goal every year is to hunt down 5.5+ year old bucks and kill them. We discuss how he hunted over 100+ sits last year,...

  20. 333. 40+ Year Deer Biologist: How Mature Bucks Avoid Human Pressure | Bob Zaiglan

    In today's episode we sit down with Bob Zaiglin. He is a legendary wildlife biologist with 40+ years managing whitetail habitat across South Texas, a celebrated author, educator, and one of the most respected voices in deer management and mature buck behavior.Bob breaks down how mature bucks...

  21. 332. How Average Guys Draw Sheep Tags for Cheap | (Step by Step) w/ Wild Sheep Foundation CEO - Gray Thornton

    In today's episode, we sit down with Gray Thornton, CEO of The Wild Sheep Foundation. We discuss the biggest threats to wild sheep populations, how Aoudad are competing for Bighorn sheep habitat in West Texas, and how you, the average guy, can plan to hunt a sheep in their lifetime. The Wild…

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  22. 331. 20+ Years of Bowhunting Secrets: How to Kill Mature Bucks ANYWHERE w/ Tyler Barron of Bow Hunt or Die

    In today's episode we sit down with Tyler Barron of Bow Hunt or Die. How do you kill mature bucks in three states — solo, self-filmed, and 100% DIY? Tyler Barron breaks it down: scouting new public land, filming your own hunts, mobile truck camping, and dialing your bow before a DIY trip. Please...

  23. 330. We Shot Ten 170"+ Bucks on a TINY Farm (And How You Can Too)

    In today's episode, I sit down with Devon Cowan from HuntFit. Devon is a Bowhunter, Athlete, and Land Agent living in Central Texas. We discuss his home farm in Kansas - how they grow big bucks, what's changed over the years, deer management, land management, and more. We try to answer the...

  24. 329. Legendary Biologist Explains Why You're NOT Killing Mature Bucks | Larry Weishuhn 'Mr Whitetail'

    In today's episode, I sit down with Mr. Whitetail himself, Larry Weishuhn. Larry Weishuhn, known across the outdoor world as "Mr. Whitetail," is a professional wildlife biologist, award-winning outdoor writer, author, and television personality who has spent more than six decades in the field. A...

  25. 328. What Actually Grows Bigger Bucks (Not What You Think)

    In this episode, Blaise Korzekwa from Texas Parks and Wildlife breaks down what's actually working in Texas deer management, why antler restrictions work, and the disease threats that could affect the Texas Deer herd if we're not paying attention. Most hunters think deer management is something...

  26. 327. The Most Hated Man in Bowhunting? Ranch Fairy (Unfiltered)

    In today's video, we sit down with Troy Fowler, aka the Ranch Fairy. We discuss how social media influences our thinking, convictions vs. beliefs, and how to think about seeking the truth regarding hunting. Troy is known for his research on lethality and arrow penetration, but this podcast digs...

  27. 326. Watch THIS Before You Go Back County Hunting this Fall

    In today's episode, I sit down with Landon Huey of Social Distance Outdoors. Landon talks us through how hunting hard has changed his hunting success year after year. We talk about hunting whitetail in the South and Midwest, Bow Hunting Blacktail on Kodiak Island, and success with Mule Deer and…

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  28. 325. Shoot More Accurate than 99% of Bow Hunters (The Easy Way) w/ Taylor 'Tank' Rost

    In today's episode, we sit down with Taylor 'Tank' Rost. He is a bowhunter, archery tech, Christian, and father from Central Texas. Taylor has been working at the famous Archery Country in Austin, TX, for nearly a decade. We quiz him on the secrets of shooting a bow accurately, which includes...

  29. 324. Mountain Buck Scouting Plan & Summer Trail Cam Strategy | HA Live Podcast

    In today's episode, we talk about our summer trail camera strategy for finding mature bucks on public land, how we plan on scouting in the summer for fall success, getting e-bikes for better access. If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to leave a rating and a review. - Get Tactacam Cell Cameras...

  30. 323. Indian vs. Arrow Debate, Tag Application Season, and Dream International Bow Hunts

    In today's live podcast, Jake Gaylord and Christian Babcock sit down and talk about a myriad of hunting topics. If you enjoy the show make sure to leave a rating and a review. - - Get Tactacam Cell Cameras for 15% off use code HA152026 - https://www.tactacam.com/ - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear...

  31. 322. Crazy 3D Archery Weekend at Total Archery Challenge | Hunters Advantage Live Podcast

    In today's live podcast, we recap this last weekend at Broken Bow's Total Archery Challenge. We talk about shooting 3D archery to become a better bow hunter, creating hunting content for a living, and plans for continuing the North American Super Slam. Please leave a rating and review if you...

  32. 322. Legendary Bucks, Antler Collecting, and The Reality of Wilderness Hunting w/ Cody Idol

    In today's live podcast, we are joined by Cody Idol. We talk about the upcoming film around the legendary buck 'The General', the growing world of antler collecting, and what it takes to be a wilderness hunter. Please leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode! - Get Tactacam Cameras…

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  33. 321. Habitat Hacks for Mature Bucks & Spring Food Plot Prep | Hunters Advantage LIVE

    In today's live podcast, we are joined by Payton Carroll. We talk about designing a pond for waterfowl, spring vs. summer food plots, and how food near cover can change a property for the better. Please leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode! - Get Tactacam Cameras for 15% off with...

  34. 320. The Deadliest Animals to Hunt, End of Shed Season, & Technology Ruining Hunting | Hunters Advantage Live

    In today's live podcast, we are joined by Payton Carroll. We talk about a myriad of topics including the deadliest animals to hunt, the end of shed season, and if technology is ruining hunting. Please leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode! - Get Tactacam Cameras for 15% off with…

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  35. 319. Target Panic vs. Buck Fever - What's the difference? | Hunters Advantage Live

    Get Tactacam Cameras for 15% off with code HA152026 - https://www.tactacam.com/ Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a Use code HNTA15 for 15% Off Out On A Limb MFG products: https://outonalimbmfg.com/ Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads…

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  36. 318. What Shed Season Will Teach You About Mature Bucks | Hunters Advantage Live

    Get Tactacam Cameras for 15% off with code HA152026 - https://www.tactacam.com/ Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a Use code HNTA15 for 15% Off Out On A Limb MFG products: https://outonalimbmfg.com/ Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads…

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  37. 317. Adult Onset Hunting Challenges w/ Dana Dykema

    Get Tactacam Cameras for 15% off with code HA152026 - https://www.tactacam.com/ Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a Use code HNTA15 for 15% Off Out On A Limb MFG products: https://outonalimbmfg.com/ Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads…

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  38. 316. Antlers, Ethics, and Ego | Hunters Advantage Live

    Get Tactacam Cameras for 15% off with code HA152026 - https://www.tactacam.com/ Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a Use code HNTA15 for 15% Off Out On A Limb MFG products: https://outonalimbmfg.com/ Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads…

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  39. 315. Sheds, Sheds, and more Sheds | Hunters Advantage Live

    In today's episode, Christian and Jake jump on the weekly live podcast. Come join every Monday at 7PM CST. If you enjoy the podcast, please make sure to subscribe. - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a- Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG...

  40. 314. The Best Gear for Deer and Wild Game Recipes | Hunters Advantage Live

    - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a - Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG products! https://outonalimbmfg.com/ - Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads: vparchery.com - Check out Alberta Professional Outfitters Society for Hunting…

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  41. 313. Chasing Stewardship, Not Just Trophies | Our 2026 Hunting Goals

    - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a - Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG products! https://outonalimbmfg.com/ - Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads: vparchery.com - Check out Alberta Professional Outfitters Society for Hunting…

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  42. 312. Is Finishing the Super Slam POSSIBLE? | Hunters Advantage Live

    - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a - Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG products! https://outonalimbmfg.com/ - Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads: vparchery.com - Check out Alberta Professional Outfitters Society for Hunting…

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  43. 311. Dead Winter Deer Activities & The Best Broadhead of all time?! | Hunters Advantage Live

    - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a - Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG products! https://outonalimbmfg.com/ - Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads: vparchery.com - Check out Alberta Professional Outfitters Society for Hunting…

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  44. 310. Conserving Deer for the Future Generations | Hunters Advantage Live

    - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a - Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG products! https://outonalimbmfg.com/ - Use code HA10 for 10% VPA Broadheads: vparchery.com - Check out Alberta Professional Outfitters Society for Hunting…

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  45. 309. Hunters Advantage Live | Deer Stories, Pig Hunting, and Big Buck Behavior

    In today's episode, we are back with another Hunters Advantage Live. We talk our favorite deer hunting stories, hunting pigs and how big bucks behave. Please leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the video. - - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here…

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  46. 308. The Last 14 Days: How to Kill a Buzzer Beater Buck w/ Jay Maxwell

    In today's episode, Jake Gaylord and Christian Babcock talk with Jay Maxwell of 46 Ten Productions. We discuss late-season bucks, urban hunting, and how to track down mature bucks year after year. If you enjoy the podcast, please make sure to leave a rating and review. - - Get 20% Off Pnuma...

  47. 307. Hunters Advantage Live | Mature Bucks, Crossbows, and Regulation Changes

    In today's episode, Jake Gaylord and Christian Babcock talk about how to manage for mature bucks, the role cross bows play in the archery season, and the best regulation changes for southern states. Please leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode. - - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear...

  48. 306. Hunters Advantage Live | Late Season Deer Hunting Recap

    In today's episode, we talk about the woes of late season deer hunting. Please subscribe if you enjoyed the episode.- - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a - Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb MFG products! https://outonalimbmfg.com/ - Use...

  49. 305. Five ESSENTIALS Every Deer Hunter Needs (Don’t Go in the Woods Without These)

    With Christmas in mind, Christian Babcock and Jake Gaylord sit down and go over their top 5 pieces of gear from this year. Please subscribe if you enjoy the episode. - Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here: https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8534842.ba528a- Use code HNTA15 for 15% off Out On A Limb…

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  50. 304. The Past, Present & Future of Chasing Giant Bucks w/ Cole Cannon

    In today's episode, Christian Babcock and Jake Gaylord sit down with Cole Cannon of Buck Ventures. We talk through the future of hunting access, leasing, and how chasing giant bucks is becoming harder and harder. Please subscribe if you enjoy the episode. -- Get 20% Off Pnuma Outdoors Gear here:...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Hunters Advantage exists to promote wildlife conservation, share hard-earned hunting strategies, and spread the gospel through the outdoors. Est 2019.

HOSTED BY

Christian Babcock and Jake Gaylord

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