East Meets West Hunt

East Meets West Hunt

The East Meets West Hunt Podcast is your resource for all things adventure hunting. This podcast is for the hunter that loves planning and preparing for the hunt, just as much as the hunt. Whether it's deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks, chasing elk in the Rocky Mountains, and anything in between, we will talk to successful hunters from all over to provide the EMW community with useful knowledge and motivation to continue to live their life through a series of adventures.

Episodes

Ep. 455: 50+ Years of Bowhunting Whitetails | Woodsmanship w/ Alan Altizer

October 14, 2025 • 180 mins
Beau Martonik sits down with legendary bowhunter Alan Altizer to dive into five decades of lessons learned chasing mature whitetails. Allan shares time-tested woodsmanship tactics, from reading thermals and parallel wind setups to finding overlooked bedding areas and turning hunting pressure into an advantage. This is a masterclass in understanding deer behavior and hunting smarter. Topics: 00:00:00 — Cold open: why bowhunti...
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Ep. 454: Early Season Nebraska Deer Camp - Hunt Recap!

October 7, 2025 • 88 mins
Beau Martonik heads to Nebraska for an early-season deer camp with Thomas & Nate Krick (Identical Draw), Ben Dettamanti (Shed Crazy), Joel Burham (Whitetail Fit), and Josh Ilderton (The Untamed). The crew dives into what makes deer camp special—camaraderie, laughs, and lessons learned along the way. From spider stick pranks and quicksand mishaps to scouting strategies and close encounters, this episode of the East Meets West Hunt p...
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Ep. 453: What Deer Eat, Habitat That Holds Deer, and Hunting in Pennsylvania with Kenny Kane

September 30, 2025 • 91 mins
Beau Martonik chats with Kenny Kane, president of Generations Forestry, about the relationship between forestry management and deer hunting. Kenny shares insights from the woods on tree identification, habitat types, and scouting techniques essential for hunting preparation. He emphasizes sustainable forest practices that enhance deer habitats and strike a balance between economic gain and ecological preservation. They also discuss...
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Ep. 452: Bullet Selection, Big Game Stories & The Hunting Lifestyle w/ Dale Evans // Barnes Bullets

September 23, 2025 • 95 mins
On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt Podcast, Beau Martonik sits down with Dale Evans from Barnes Bullets during the Total Archery Challenge in Montana. Dale shares his journey from growing up hunting whitetails in Florida, to serving as a JTAC in the Air Force, moving west to chase elk, and building a career in guiding, photography, and eventually working with Randy Newberg. The conversation dives into rifle hunting strat...
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Ep. 451: SCALE to Become a Better Hunter in 2025

September 18, 2025 • 21 mins
With each new hunting season comes fresh goals — but success requires more than ambition. In this episode, Beau Martonik explains how Alex Hormozi’s SCALE framework can help hunters sharpen their skills and build long-term consistency in the woods. He discusses: The importance of simply starting How to compound scouting, shooting, and mapping time Using field experience to augment hunting strategies Identify...
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Ep. 450: Whitetail Research: Unlocking Mature Buck Daylight Patterns with Thermal Drones

September 16, 2025 • 109 mins
Beau Martonik sits down with Derrick Dixon, the creator of the Whitetail Research YouTube channel, to dive into how thermal drones are changing the way we understand deer behavior. Derrick shares his bold decision to leave a secure job and dedicate an entire season to tracking whitetails with advanced technology. From morning movement patterns to the individuality of mature bucks, Derrick reveals fascinating discoveries about how ...
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Ep. 449: September Whitetail Hunting in Big Ag Country w/ Thomas Krick // Identical Draw

September 9, 2025 • 91 mins
Beau Martonik sits down with Thomas Krick from Identical Draw to talk about strategies for chasing whitetails during the September early season in agricultural areas. From navigating cold fronts to improving patience and land management, this episode is full of practical insights for hunters getting after deer this fall.   Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:04:00 – The Journey of Identical Draw 00:05:36 – Early Hunting...
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Ep. 448: My Early Season Whitetail Layering System | Sitka Gear Breakdown (2025)

September 4, 2025 • 16 mins
Beau Martonik shares his complete early-season whitetail hunting kit, covering everything from Sitka Equinox Guard insect-repellent layers to active insulation, rain gear, boots, and snake gaiters. He explains why layering matters even in hot weather, how to manage moisture effectively, and what gear helps protect against ticks, mosquitoes, and snakes. Gear links - https://eastmeetswesthunt.com/blogs/journal Resources: Instagr...
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Ep. 447: Archery Elk Hunting: Gear, Grit, and Lessons from the Backcountry w/ Trevor Stewart & Christian Schauf // Uncharted Supply Co

September 2, 2025 • 114 mins
Beau Martonik sits down with Christian Schaaf and Trevor Stewart from Uncharted Supply Co. to dive deep into the world of backcountry elk hunting. Trevor breaks down strategies for avoiding hunting pressure, while Christian highlights essential first aid skills every hunter should carry into the field. Along the way, they swap stories of success, community, and the gear that makes the difference when it matters most. If you’re chas...
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Ep. 446: Mastering Wind & Thermals in Hill Country Whitetail Hunting | Mountain Buck Scouting Series

August 28, 2025 • 22 mins
Understanding how wind and thermals work in the hill country can make or break your deer hunting success. In this video, Beau Martonik and the crew break down exactly how wind currents and thermals interact, why bucks use them to their advantage, and how you can adjust your hunting strategy to avoid getting busted. Whether you’re new to hill country whitetail hunting or a seasoned bowhunter looking to fine-tune your setup, masterin...
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Ep. 445: How to Make Wild Game Taste Incredible (Field to Feist) w/ Gunnar Emberg // The Hungry Huntsman

August 26, 2025 • 83 mins
Beau Martonik speaks with Gunnar Emberg, the Hungry Huntsman, who combines his passion for hunting with gourmet cooking. Gunnar emphasizes the ethical aspects of hunting and shares his techniques for processing and cooking wild game, focusing on maximizing flavor and respecting the animal. They also discuss how his Navy experience shapes his meal planning and execution, along with various cooking methods that enhance game meat. In ...
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Ep. 444: Behind the Bow - Hoyt Archery w/ Evan Williams & Jeremy Eldredge

August 19, 2025 • 101 mins
Beau Martonik visits Hoyt's headquarters with Evan Williams and Jeremy Eldredge. Jeremy reflects on his 21-year journey at Hoyt, highlighting the strong culture and employee loyalty that drive their innovative products. The discussion also covers Hoyt's meticulous manufacturing process, the dry fire test, the trick pin for pin gapping, hunting stories, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:04:50 – Jeremy's Fi...
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Ep. 443: The Most Comprehensive Hunting Arrow Study Ever Done! The Arrow Ballistics Study w/ James Yates

August 12, 2025 • 109 mins
Beau Martonik chats with James Yates about hunting, gear optimization, and his Arrow Ballistic Study. They dive into everything that was included in the most comprehensive hunting arrow study ever done, including arrow diameter, vane type, noise, drag, lift recovery, and more. Yates also discusses broadheads, comparing their design and efficiency. They conclude with tips on preparation in hunting and an introduction to his YouTube ...
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Ep. 442: Hurricane Helene, Manufacturing Hell, and Timber Ninja’s 2025 Mobile Hunting Gear Lineup w/ Jason Redd

August 5, 2025 • 143 mins
In this episode, Beau Martonik welcomes back Jason Redd, founder of Timber Ninja Outdoors. They discuss the history of Timber Ninja and the journey of creating carbon fiber climbing sticks, the brand's breakthrough product, and candidly addresses the challenges faced, including supply chain issues and the impact of Hurricane Helene destroying everything. They also discuss exciting upcoming new mobile hunting product developments, s...
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Ep. 441: 8 Vegetation Features You MUST Know for E-Scouting Whitetails | Mountain Buck Scouting Series

July 31, 2025 • 11 mins
Beau Martonik walks through his top 8 vegetation features to identify on a map and why it's essential to know them as a hunter. Deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks can be some of the most difficult hunting there is for whitetails. In this video series, Beau Martonik breaks down how he scouts and hunts these whitetails in the Appalachian Mountains that most of us call home in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, North...
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Ep. 440: Stay Warm, Dry, and Comfortable Whitetail Hunting w/ John Barklow

July 29, 2025 • 85 mins
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with John Barklow from Sitka Gear. John spent 26 years in the Navy, with a significant portion of his service focused on cold-weather and survival training for the Navy SEALs. They discuss recent innovations in hunting gear and their commitment to wearable technology. John provides insight into expanding into new SITKA product lines, including footwear, and the importance of the eight-piece laye...
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Ep. 439: 9 Terrain Features You MUST Know for E-Scouting Whitetails | Mountain Buck Scouting Series

July 24, 2025 • 13 mins
Deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks can be some of the most difficult hunting there is for whitetails. In this video series, Beau Martonik breaks down how he scouts and hunts these whitetails in the Appalachian Mountains that most of us call home in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, New York, and more. In this video, Beau Martonik walks through his top 9 terrain features to identify on a map and wh...
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Ep. 438: MATURE BUCK STRATEGIES for Pressured BIG WOODS Whitetails w/ Michael Perry & Johnny Stewart

July 22, 2025 • 76 mins
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with Michael Perry, author of Deer Hunting Secrets to taking Mature Bucks on Public Lands, and Johnny Stewart, successful deer hunter in all regions of the country. They discuss mature buck behavior influenced by his trapping experiences, similarities/differences in regions, what to do when there’s no mast crop, what has changed over the last 40 years of hunting public land, hunting high vs. low...
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Ep. 437: How Scrapes and Synthetic Scents Affect Deer Hunting in the Big Woods w/ Kevin Vistisen

July 15, 2025 • 162 mins
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with Kevin Vistisen from Deer Hunter Podcast and Deer Hunter Synthetics. He elaborates on the science behind synthetic scents, highlighting the effectiveness of targeting deer behavior through formulations that ensure consistency and reliability. Kevin also advocates for the strategic use of these scents to optimize hunting success. This episode is a valuable resource for hunters seeking to enha...
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Ep. 436: Common Archery Mistakes and the FUTURE of Archery Country w/ Tyler Vanderkolk

July 8, 2025 • 65 mins
Beau Martonik is joined by Tyler Vanderkolk. In this episode, they discuss Tyler’s journey with Archery Country, an archery shop in Austin, Texas, and his efforts to get rid of “gun counter culture.” They share lessons learned during the pandemic that helped them thrive, and most recently, going into business with Joe Rogan, Cam Hanes, and Evan Hafer, which aimed at community engagement. Additionally, they discuss common mistakes t...
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