Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Cody Schleich. I’m always looking to meet guys who embrace the challenge of hunting big woods and hill country. Cody is one of those guys who is a calculated and aggressive grinder hunting mature bucks in rugged terrain. Hunting mature bucks ithese areas can sometimes feel like finding a needle in a haystack to get an opportunity…and it often ends in heartbreak. But when it comes together, you’d be hard pressed to find a more gratifying feeling. Awesome conversation with a heck of a woodsman and fell and I hope you all dig the conversation as much as I did - thanks for listening. WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 385 Bedding on the first flat Finding hidden bedding areas The hidden buck October hunts are the best Hunting more mornings And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Tony Peterson. In today’s episode we dive into how at times, removing your ego …or adding a little ego can make all the difference in your hunting success. Go overboard and you’ve probably missed something…not enough and you may not take that leap your gut is telling you to that would lead you to killing that mature buck. Truth is, it’s a balancing act. Just like when to believe hot sign..and when to walk right past it. Awesome chat with Tony as always - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 384 Remove the ego for better hunting? The value of fresh sign Impact of long-term data Why October hunts are better than the rut And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Dan Johnson. If you’re anything like Dan and I (and all of you out there juggling family, work and other responsibilities), it seems like our time gets more limited every year. Whether by choice or out of necessity, efficiency is the name of the game. Gone are the days of having all the time in the world to scout or hunt endlessly. Or have all puzzle pieces to the chess match. Now we rely on past experiences to fill in the gaps and make quick decisions. Whether that’s when to move, when to hunt, what cold fronts to hunt or…if you’re better served knowing out that honey do list this week vs hunting. All of these decisions come a little quicker with a little more accuracy with experience. Always a good hang with Dan, hope you all dig the chat - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 383 Experience = efficiency  First cold front of the year Mock scrapes Knowing when to strike and deer behavior And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Link for automatic savings on the new Exodus LIFT 4K trail camera or use TFTS4K at check out —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Brandon Barlow. Brandon hunts public and small permission parcels in the south. As a native New Yorker he's had to adapt his hunting approach from relying on the historical calendar dates of good whitetail hunting...to now using long-term data to keep him in the game as his season is much longer. And the deer seem to have a much broader breeding window within specific pockets. He runs 100+ cameras a year and has been able to glean some pretty interesting observations. I'm a long-term data guy myself and I was looking forward to picking up a few new nuggets of insight for myself - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 382 Hunting bachelor groups early The value of an old doe Analyzing camera data for big bucks Tight vs loose rut Breeding dates and food sources And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Link for automatic savings on the new Exodus LIFT 4K trail camera or use TFTS4K at check out —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my Jacob Sklenar. At face value you meet Jacob and your first thought is that this guy is a detailed and meticulous killer…who finds consistent success by embracing the grind and suck that chasing mature whitetails is. Once you dig a little deeper, you realize Jacob is on a different journey than just killing mature bucks. He uses hunting as a vehicle of personal growth…and to hopefully leave people who he meets, better than he found them. This folks…is what it’s all about. I hope you all dig the conversation as much as I did - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 381 Weekend champions Visualizing killing big deer Adapting to find success Comparison is the thief of joy The value in challenging yourself And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Link for automatic savings on the new Exodus LIFT 4K trail camera or use TFTS4K at check out —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Michael Varady. Mike is one of those guys I’ve had the good fortune to meet the past few years. The dude just flat out gets it done in the high pressures state of New Jersey. He was one of my inspirations to begin tinkering with a traditional bow. Like with all die-hard outdoorsman there’s always a season…hunting season, scouting season, shed season, turkey season…then fishing? Mike is as committed to the craft as anyone you’ll meet. And he just flat out gets it done. Always a good chat with Mike. Hope you all dig the chat as much as I did - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 380 Adding a compound bow in the mix Hunting low and shot angle A September buck Bonus bucks are great Blood tracking dogs And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Link for automatic savings on the new Exodus LIFT 4K trail camera or use TFTS4K at check out —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Luke Shimer. Luke is one of the best all around outdoorsman and most authentic people I’ve had the good fortune to know. Watching Luke run the in the mountains of Montana is like watching someone breathe…it looks natural and for him sustenance. Whether he’s chasing critters in the mountains or the streams of Montana…or salt water critters in the Caribbean…all I know is you’ll eat good. And you’re always welcome at his campfire - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 379 Missing school to film hunts on VHS A deep calling Define hunting success Expectations to produce Yukon moose No pack Sunday Grizzly bear populations And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Support our partners: Asio Gear , Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Nathan Killen. Nathan is one of the best hunters I’ve had the privilege to meet while running this podcast. His hunting is only outdone by the quality person he is. Nathan had a great year fulfilling a Long-time goal of killing a true giant public land monarch in the mountains of Virginia. Bucks like this don’t come around often, and if you pay attention, they’ll teach you lessons you might think you already know. Great chat as always - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 378 Using multiple weapons Deepening the experience Closer than you might think Identifiable droppings Living close to the road And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Tim Bunao. Tim and I are birds of a feather in the sense that when we set a goal…there’s no turning back. We both have adopted a similar approach the past few years…and that’s simplifying things, and trusting our gut to find more success. Tim Moved west to expand his hunting opportunities a few years ago…he’s still a die-hard whitetail bow hunter. Now he ’s just added a few species to list. He had an epic season this year from as last minute move to stalk a whitetail, to killing a giant bull and stalking and killing a mountain lion the same day…with a bow! Super stoked to have Tim back on…he’s the real deal - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 377 Believing in your own intel The art of spot and stalk The power of trusting your gut Simplify hunting and find success The short guy advantage And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Todd Freeman. Todd is one of those guys who constantly seeks adventure - whether it’s traveling back to his home state of Michigan to hunt the U.P. or out his back door kayaking into hard to reach place in New Jersey. One thing he’s always looking for are bucks that like wet feet. Aside from that, he’s become my go to resource as I jump in to the world of shooting a long bow. Prior to recording this episode, Todd and I spent the day in his shop building my zero arrow and shooting his long bow that he gifted me, until I have my made. It’s good to have good friends to help you do epic stuff. Hope you all dig the sesh as much as I did - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 376 Zero Arrow Archie Bunker Sheds and scouting Big Bucks and wet feet And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Steve Smallridge. Steve is a die hard outdoorsman , splitting his time mostly between chasing whitetails and duck hunting the big water of Michigan. The traveling whitetail gypsy bug has bitten him and he’s started exploring beyond his home state for the past few seasons …and finding success. He’s also a competitive Jiu Jitsu black belt and sees a lot of similarities between hunting and jiu jitsu…and that each ultimately feeds the other. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 375 Guilty Pleasures Becoming a deer hunting black belt Out of state hunts Flipping the boat in big water And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my buddy Steve Jewett. Steve is has a been a bowyer for a few decades and is the owner of Bushmen Bows. I’m planning to begin my descent into traditional madness. I wanted to start last year, but a shoulder injury delayed my plans. Now that I’m functional again, I’m ready to make the leap and Steve is helping me get sorted before I take the plunge and have him build me a custom long bow - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 374 How you become a bowyer Hunting with traditional equipment Making the hunt spiritual How to get started when purchasing a custom bow. And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast I did something a little different. My buddy Aaron Hepler and I headed south to Virginia to do something I’ve never done before. We went quail hunting with bird dogs with the folks at Cumberland Estate. I’ve hunted rabbits with dogs as a kid, but the only upland bird hunting I’ve ever done was busting brush with the old man chasing pheasants…never with a dog. And, I love anything with history behind it and the grounds we stayed on and hunted were full of history and birds. Great people, great quail hunting, amazing bird dogs, and rich with colonial era history. The unintended benefit…I learned this are is a sleeper spot for big deer…shhh. Oh…and quail are harder to hit than I thought…shot a few…missed a lot! Big thanks to Kyle and Chloe for the great hang! - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 373 Quail Hunting Cumberland Estate history Bird dogs teaching me more about using the wind Big buck tracks And much more SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by my buddy Chad Sylvester to do our annual “good, bad, and ugly” episode where we cover the season that was…all the good and all the warts. It’s impossible to lay a foundation for improvement without first examining what you’ve done well, and where you’re falling short. This episode acts as an annual reset for me and helps me take a hard look at the man in the mirror. Admittedly, I had a pretty good year, but there’s always things to work on. Hope you all dig the sesh - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 372 Hunting bedded animals Learning on the fly Eating bugs Making eye contact Patiently aggressive The band is back together SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by my buddy Mario Trafficante from the Hunting Beast. Mario is one of my favorite people to chop it up with. We have a lot in common beyond hunting, and those commonalities bleed into our approaches to hunting. Sometimes things don’t play out like we intend, and the path less traveled is what ultimately fills your tag. Being open to those twists of fate and being willing to indulge them can make all the difference. I hope you all dig the conversation as much as I did - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 371 Trouble shooting hunting spots Focusing on fundamentals Changing patterns to outsmart deer Confirmation bias The importance of getting a visual And more! SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by my buddy Tyrell Roy. As many big bucks as Tyrell has on his wall, it’s never about the mount or trophy. It’s always about the experience, the chess match, and challenging himself to be a better hunter. This year he wanted to see if his skills and all the success he’s had in Oklahoma would translate when traveling out of state on his first out of state public land whitetail hunt. Let’s just say he got the full public land experience with all the highs and lows that come with it. Come to find out…hard work and perseverance still work. Hope you all dig the conversation as much as I did - thanks for listening. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 370 Learning how to hunt from scratch Kicker buck A new strategy Public land giant spotted…and he’s gone Persistence and hard work And more! SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by Brandon Lilly. Brandon knew all too well the pressure to perform from his days as an elite powerlifting athlete. He draws on that experience to keep hunting free of the outside noise or pressure to perform. Doing hard things and reframing success, setting reasonable goals, and humbling yourself is the pathway toward gaining the most fulfillment in hunting. Make mistakes, learn from them, and embrace the beginning stages whether you’re a new hunter…or learning a new style of hunting. Brandon has a great perspective not just on hunting but on life, and our conversation is a great way to kick off the new year. I hop you all dig the sesh as much as I did - thanks for listening. To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don’t forget to share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating…we’d really appreciate it. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 369 Power lifting injury and dark times A life saving friendship The value of experience Traditional bow hunting Recognizing victories in hunting, not just filled tags And more! SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by my good buddy Johnny Stewart. Johnny is grinding through his late season with a few tags still in his pocket - he’s on his way to Iowa as we speak. He filled 3 buck tags this past October through November in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The success didn’t come easy. Some of his key spots were burned early in the season between human pressure and logging that occurred. Today we talk about changing plans when things go south. And even after years of success how Johnny is always most excited about each season’s learning opportunities - thanks for listening. To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don’t forget to share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating…we’d really appreciate it. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 368 When spots get burned Early season shift Finding success in the mountains Late season grind And more! SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by my good buddy Greg Litzinger. Greg has had one of his best seasons…and one of his worst at the same time. He’s been in the game, having encounters more times than most in a couple seasons combined. A branch here, a deflected arrow there…and being just a step behind a target deer has been the story of his season. He’s still grinding it out…he’s the “Ultimate Warrior” and I have a feeling antlers will be in his late season future. Always love catching up with my guy - thanks for listening. To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don’t forget to share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating…we’d really appreciate it. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 367 The Ultimate Warrior Hunting without cameras Arrows released and bad shots One step behind a target buck The late season push And more! SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by my buddy Jace Allen. Jace is one of those people who is just born to deer hunt and chase mature bucks. He’s as dedicated to his craft as anyone you’ll meet. That doesn’t mean there aren’t hard lessons to learn…even for the most experienced woodsman. Most guys are thrilled to fill a tag no matter how the hunt ends so long as it end with a buck on the ground. Jace is a little different and the hunt and the animal means more to him than another piece of taxidermy on his wall. He’s been successful this season yet again…but he wasn’t happy with how the hunt unfolded - he expects more from himself and it’s why you won’t find a whitetail more deserving of success. Always a pleasure catching up with one of the Missouri killers - thanks for listening. To listen to the podcast click the purple play button at the top of the page. You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don’t forget to share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating…we’d really appreciate it. Available on all podcast platforms! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 366 How seasons with a trad bow make you a better hunter Missing your target buck Give them an easy death A recovery, but not they way you want it Late season hunting strategies And more! SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Save 15% on Exodus trail cameras or arrows with code TFTS or just click this link for automatic savings at checkout! —Save $$ on the Spartan Forge App with code TRUTH —Support our partners: Exodus Outdoor Gear, Genesee Beer, Tethrd & Spartan Forge — Visit my local archery shop Bob and AJ's Archery World —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices