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The Sam Hunter Podcast
by Sam Hunter
A place to discuss hunting, trapping, and fishing... The success’s, the failures, and the journeys.
Episodes
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170"+ Monster North Georgia Buck! (2026 with Jake Hansard)
Is North Georgia supposed to grow bucks like this!? In this episode, Jake Hansard gives a complete walkthrough of how he hunted and tagged a massive 170"+ monster whitetail during the 2026 season. From the moment this freak deer showed up to the final shot, here is the full story behind a true...
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Why Georgia’s CWD Rules ACTUALLY Work (And Big Buck Strategy with John Williams)
In this episode, whitetail strategist John Williams breaks down off-season property prep, habitat management, and tactics for holding mature bucks. John walks us step-by-step through his top buck hunts—including the story behind his wife’s trophy harvest—and shares key insights from his private...
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The TRUTH About Hunting Mature Bucks | JJ Dukart
In this episode, we sit down with JJ Dukart from Deer Society and Illusion Systems! JJ breaks down how they built one of the biggest YouTube channels in the hunting space, the game-changing gear and calls coming out of Illusion Systems, and his top strategies for patterning and tagging mature big...
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The Craziest Deer Mount I've Ever Seen! (232" Giant Hunt with Luke Beaty)
Get ready for an incredible conversation! In this episode, we sit down with Luke Beaty of Big Time Outdoors for an action-packed discussion about the world of hunting. What We Cover in This Episode: ● The Journey: How Luke got his start in the hunting industry. ● "Cactus Jack" Walkthrough: A…
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Dylon Gandee: Resurrecting Big Buck History & Sharing the Gospel in the Outdoors
In this episode of The Sam Hunter Podcast, we sit down with Dylon Gandee, the creative mind behind The Search. Dylon opens up about his fascinating journey in the hunting industry—from his early days working alongside Ben Rising at Whitetail Edge, to the pivotal decision to step out on his own…
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Chords & Camo with Tyson Schulte
In this episode, we sit down with country artist and lifelong outdoorsman Tyson Schulte to talk about the two things that drive him: country music and the great outdoors. From the stages of the Midwest to the tree stands of Illinois, Tyson shares the stories behind his music and his most…
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This Deer Sold for $1,000,000! (ft. Cody Idol)
In this episode, I sit down with Cody Idol, a man whose name is synonymous with whitetail history and high-stakes antler collecting. I dive straight into the headline-grabbing deal that shook the hunting world: Cody’s role as the broker for the legendary "The General" sheds—a transaction that...
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STOP Guessing! The Lab Secret to Aging Whitetails with Heather Stevens of Wildlife Analytical Labs (DeerAge)
Are you still guessing the age of your bucks? In this episode, we sit down with Heather Marlatt of Wildlife Analytical Labs to discuss why "visual aging" is often a trap. We dive into the lab-proven method of Cementum Annuli testing—the gold standard for identifying the true age of a deer. Key...
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217 5/8" KANSAS MONSTER: The Hunt of a Lifetime with Keith Watson
In this episode, we sit down with retired Battalion Chief Keith Watson for a deep dive into an extraordinary hunting season. Keith shares the play-by-play of harvesting his career-defining 217 5/8" monster Kansas buck, a true once-in-a-lifetime trophy. We also span the Midwest and Southeast,...
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Jace Nichols: 200” Iowa Buck & The Reaction Everyone is Talking About
In this episode, I sit down with Jace Nichols from Living Legends Outdoors to deconstruct one of the most incredible—and talked about—feats of the past season: harvesting a 200-inch Iowa mega-buck. Jace shares the raw, play-by-play recap of the hunt, but we go far beyond the antler score. We dive...
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Chase Turner on Turkey Calls, Deer Strategy, and Hunting Across States
In this episode, I kick things off by talking with Chase Turner about his new partnership with Yahoola Creek Bottoms and the turkey call he’s helping develop. From there, we dive into all things turkey and deer hunting—our go‑to tactics, how we adjust through the season, and what sets Georgia...
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This Man Successfully Hunted 13 Bucks OVER 200 INCHES!!!
I recently sat down with legendary outdoorsman Spook Spann for a wide‑ranging and energizing interview. Spook’s accomplishments in the whitetail world are almost unmatched—he’s taken 13 bucks over 200 inches and more than 50 bucks scoring 170 inches or better, a testament to a lifetime of skill,...
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Hunting Big Bears | North Georgia Mountains with Dillon Harper
Join me as I speak with Dillon Harper on Hunting Big Georgia Bears, Big Bucks, Hogs, and all things Mountain Hunting! We go over what to look for from Terrain Features to Online Scouting to In Person Scouting, Mountain Preparation, and More!
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The 3rd BIGGEST BUCK of ALL TIME in GEORGIA!!! 236 INCHES!!
Join me as I talk with Benny Overholt about his absolute MAMMOTH of a deer!! Listen as he gives us the history and walkthrough of a hunt for the 3rd BIGGEST BUCK of ALL TIME in the state of Georgia!!! This buck had a secret that helped him get so big... Benny shares how this buck refused to shed...
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Three Monster Bucks in ONE Season!!! Jordan Crump has BREAKOUT YEAR!!!
Join me as I talk with Jordan Crump about his breakout season, successfully taking 3 bucks over 140 and 2 of those 3 over 150 inches!!! 2 of them were taken in Georgia and 1 in Ohio!! We discuss his hunting tactics, experience with Seek One, & walkthrough of all 3 of his incredible buck hunts…
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Almost 180 INCHES of ALABAMA BONE!!! Tyler Parker's Bama Beast Buck!!
In this episode, I sit down with Alabama hunter Tyler Parker, who tagged an absolute giant—an almost 180-inch Alabama buck. Tyler breaks down the entire hunt from start to finish, giving a detailed walkthrough of the strategy, setup, and key decisions that led to sealing the deal on a truly...
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OVER 200 INCHES of Georgia Antlers! Collin Chandler's 211 Inch Bow Buck Full Hunt Story!
Join me as I speak to Collin Chandler on his incredible 200 inch + buck that he took on the very first day of 2026! What a way to kick off the year!! We discuss the full hunt story and Collin shows off over 200 inches of antlers for the camera and our listeners!!
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Nicole Taylor (Miss Illinois Volunteer) on Hunting, Conservation, and Inspiring Kids Outdoors
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Nicole Taylor as we dive into the world of hunting and the lifestyle that surrounds it. Nicole shares the story behind her new camo line and her latest book, plus we talk deer and turkey hunting, introducing kids to the outdoors, and why being a positive...
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"Chasing Giants: Big Buck Strategies with Out There Outdoors"
Join us as we talk with "Out There Outdoors" about hunting big bucks in Georgia, taking kids into the field, and the strategies involved to take big bucks. We also discuss the role of faith in hunting and how to make every hunt meaningful for family and faith alike."
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AI Tracks the Trophy: How ChatGPT Helped Me Solve a Deer Hunting Mystery
Could a buck I shot on opening day of Georgia’s 2024 bow season be the same one I hit—but never recovered—on opening week the year before? I had my suspicions. The dates matched (both on 9/14), the location was the same, and the bucks looked very similar—just bigger in 2024. But it wasn’t until I...
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Mini Mounts & Tree Climbers: Next-Level Deer Hunting & Mini Taxidermy Tactics
In this episode, we sit down with Jake of "Rutt's Mini Mounts" to explore the art of mini mount taxidermy—where full-size shoulder and euro mounts are reimagined in mini, compact, creative form. We also dive into the release of his highly anticipated Bandit Climber V2, a game-changing tool for...
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170" Public Land Alabama Buck Show & Tell with Steven Moody
🎙️ 170" Alabama Buck on Public Land | Steven Moody Interview In this episode, we sit down with hunter Steven Moody to break down the story behind his incredible 170-inch Alabama public land buck. Steven shares his hunting tactics, scouting strategies, and how he navigated the challenges of…
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Chasing Dinosaurs: A Guide to Alligator Hunting with Matt Cates of Triple M
Join me as I speak with Matt Cates of Triple M Outfitters on ALL things Alligator Hunting. Enjoy a descriptive education on hunting gators and where to find the giants in the swamp, as well as what habitat they are most likely to reside in. Get a behind the scenes look into the life of a...
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Big Buck Down on Georgia Opening Day!!! Full Hunt Walkthrough, Preparation, and Deer Hunting Tips
Join me as I give a descriptive walkthrough (audiobook style) of my greatest deer hunt ever for a big 8 point buck named “Edward Scissor Head.” Dive with me into the preparation I took going into deer season 2024/2025 and the methods and tactics that aided me in a successful opening day of deer...
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Coyote Down: My First Successful Coyote Hunt!
Join me on an exhilarating journey as I recount my first successful coyote hunt in Georgia! 🐾 In this episode, I share the thrilling details of the hunt, from the initial sighting to the final track job and drag out. Discover the strategies and techniques that led to my success, and get insider...
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Deer Season 2024/2025 Preparations
A quick update that Sam Hunter Podcast now has video and a brief description of deer preparations for the 24/25 season, along with some random helpful facts!
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“Chasing Thunder” with Walt Gabbard
I talk hunting and songwriting with the talented Walt Gabbard. We discuss many topics including introducing kids to hunting, turkey hunting tactics, songwriting, and so much more!
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“Deer Hunting Turkeys”
A quick guide at a method that may drive you to madness, but on the other hand, just might land you that sneaky, hard to get gobbler this season utilizing some major patience and a few other key tactics.
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The Never Ending “To Do List”
I discuss that brief moment in time after deer & duck season, right before turkey season, where the daunting & never ending “to do list” starts to appear larger and larger through the lens of a passionate & hungry hunter.
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“Cops Called at the Duck Pond”
Hear the story of the final day of duck season, where police asked us over the loud speaker to come out of the woods with our hands up, when we were hunting legally on private property. I discuss how crucial & beneficial all types of hunting are for conservation as a whole, whether suburban...
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“No Skunk Gang” with some Peach State Duck Tips!!!
Listen as I speak with the talented “No Skunk Gang” as we speak on duck hunting in Georgia, what Georgia DNR, Georgia Duck Hunters, & Georgia Private Land Owners can do collectively to improve duck hunting in the good ol’ Peach State in the long run, Being Hunted While Duck Hunting by Unexpected...
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The Big 6
This episode goes into the details surrounding the hunt for the buck I dubbed “Big 6”. It touches on a hunt gone wrong on my number 2 target buck and the success of my number 3 target buck, as well as the continual pursuit of my number 1 target buck. This episode prompts the question, given the...
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First Wood Duck Ever & First Public Land Duck!!!
A story of my first public land duck hunt in Georgia and taking down my first ever wood duck.
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“Rookie Hunting”
Join me as I talk with Elizabeth Brownell of “Rookie Hunting” about coming from being a vegan to now an avid hunter who loves wild game, walkthroughs of hunts, and the edge the name “Rookie Hunting” gives her to be vulnerable and real with her hunts, rather than having to live up to other…
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Back From The Dead
The story of an amazing neighborhood buck that was shot, dead in our minds, and then… not so dead. After another successful hunt on a different deer in the big woods, Wes would again meet up with this neighborhood buck in a finish that seems like it would only happen in a movie.
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40 Inch Snook!
A fishing story about a great experience with Captain Bernie of First Cast Fishing Charters, catching Snook, Redfish, and Coral Trout.
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Putting Pieces Together with Ferguson Taxidermy
In this episode, you’ll hear me speak with Mike Ferguson of Ferguson Taxidermy about his taxidermy business, methods, and hunting.
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Tagged Out Turkeys
The story of my 2nd turkey of the season, leaving me tagged out on turkeys.
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Playing Marco Polo with Velociraptor Thunder Chickens
A walkthrough of my first turkey harvest and a walkthrough with Troy Cornett of his rare turkey harvest that has blown up on social media.
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What’s Quackin? High Action Duck Hunt
Duck Hunting
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Sportsmen’s Alliance: Fighting on the Frontlines for Hunting, Trapping, and Fishing
On this episode we discuss various battles to defend hunting, trapping, and fishing with Sportsmen’s Alliance.
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Coming In Double Tine
One of my top favorite hunting memories that comes with a stinging sensation. One moment there is the biggest buck I’ve ever seen in my life with a double left brow tine, just 8 yards from me, and the moments that followed are etched into my memory bank for life. Join me in this episode for all…
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Bionic Hunter
Join me as I speak to Jason Koger, a bilateral amputee and skilled hunter as he takes us on a journey of his hunting endeavors before and after his accident. Jason gives us a walkthrough of his accident that resulted in him losing both of his hands and the determination he displayed as he…
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Always More To Learn
No matter how much research, hunting, and exploring one does, the amazing thing about hunting and conservation is there is always more to learn! Join me as I talk with wildlife biologist Emily Mitchell as she takes us on a journey of her various conservation projects; from sea-turtles to...
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Going Undercover with Sean Lundy of the DruryOutdoors Team
Join me as I speak with Sean Lundy of the DruryOutdoors team as we discuss staying fit for the hunt, that perfect blend of competitiveness and camaraderie that shapes the DruryOutdoors team, youth in the outdoors, epic hunt walkthroughs, deer hunting, gator hunting, Sean’s background working as…
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Katie Breunig-Triple Threat of the Outdoors
She hunts, she traps, she fishes... hear Katie Breunig and I speak about her many adventures hunting, trapping, and fishing in the great outdoors!! We’ll talk coyote hunting, deer hunting, fishing, trapping, rifle hunting, bow hunting, wild game meal favorites, and so much more!!
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An Alluring Discussion with Bernie Grizzle of East Coast Botanicals
Hear me discuss the 2020 deer hunting season with Bernie Grizzle of East Coast Botanicals!! We talk about big bucks, their Deer Kashi product, and getting youth involved in conservation!
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Hunting Through A Hate Proof Vest with Kate Small
Hear me speak with Kate Small of “Kate Small Outdoors” about the mindset it takes to be a successful hunter, pushing through not only the extreme conditions that go into hunting, but also pushing through the hate of those that do not understand the lifestyle. We discuss women in hunting, favorite...
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A Spooky Start to Opening Day
A short walkthrough of our opening day to rifle season in Georgia that got off to a “Spooky Start.”
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It Looks Good on Paper but...
A walkthrough of one of my personal hunting failures, from scouting in the summer, reviewing trail cam footage, personal interactions with a particular buck, imagining the hunt, all the way to the moment I actually hunted him and how my plans that looked good on paper crumbled before my eyes when...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A place to discuss hunting, trapping, and fishing... The success’s, the failures, and the journeys.
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Sam Hunter
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