Truth From The Stand Deer Hunting Podcast
Covering all things DIY whitetail hunting, the Truth From The Stand Deer Hunting Podcast is the place to get your deer hunting stories, deer hunting tips and more. We'll launch a new podcast each week exploring topics across the landscape of deer and deer hunting. So take your time and enjoy each episode and be sure to subscribe to the podcast and take us with you across all your devices. Whether in the car or at work, we could all use a little more deer hunting in our lives!
Episodes
August 7, 2025 • 20 mins
Trail cameras aren’t just about catching pics of big bucks—they’re powerful scouting tools that reveal patterns most hunters overlook. In this episode of the Truth From The Stand Trail Camera University Podcast, we dive deep into advanced trail cam strategies that'll take your hunting from average to elite.
🎯 Learn how to:
Use cell cams for real-time intel you can act on
Find success in weird, overlooked trail cam spots
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August 6, 2025 • 90 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I caught up with my buddy Jacob Sklenar for a conversation that goes well beyond tree stand tactics. We talk about life changes—like his recent marriage—and how those moments shift the way we approach not just hunting, but everything. We dig into how mindset, resilience, and personal growth show up in the woods and in everyday life, and why focusing on the process—not just the ou...
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July 31, 2025 • 23 mins
In Episode 4, host Clint Campbell goes deep on a topic that separates casual hunters from consistent tag-punchers: how to turn trail camera data into a real hunting strategy.
📸 You’ve got photos. You’ve got videos. But now what?
🦌 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✅ Why analyzing trail cam data is your most powerful tool as a hunter
✅ What timestamps, weather, and wind direction can tell you about daylight movement
✅ The hidden st...
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July 30, 2025 • 78 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by my buddy Chad Sylvester for a conversation that digs deeper than gear and shot placement. We talk about what it really means to be prepared—not just physically, but mentally—for the hunt. We get into how instinct, mindset, and adaptability often matter more than any piece of equipment you can strap to your back. Chad and I reflect on the importance of letting each h...
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July 24, 2025 • 27 mins
In Episode 3, we dive into the season-by-season breakdown of how, where, and why to move your trail cameras throughout the year for maximum whitetail intel. Because if your cameras are sitting in the same spot in July and November… you’re leaving tags unfilled.
🦌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why “set it and forget it” is the biggest camera mistake hunters make
✅ The late-season survival mindset and how to use bedding/food...
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July 23, 2025 • 103 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I sit down with Jason Batson for a no-BS conversation about bowhunting, deer behavior, and the constant process of figuring it all out. Jason shares what it’s like chasing whitetails in the rolling terrain of Missouri, how he plays the wind, and why keeping things simple usually gets him closer to deer. We get into the highs and lows of past seasons—including the ones where thing...
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July 17, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood parts of trail cam scouting: camera placement. Because it doesn’t matter how expensive your camera is—if it’s in the wrong spot, you’re wasting your time.
🦌 What You’ll Learn Today:
✅ Where to actually hang your cams to kill, not just see, big bucks
✅ The difference between “trail” and “travel corridor” (and why that matters)
✅ The secret value of community scrapes,...
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July 16, 2025 • 102 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by my buddy Cody D’Acquisto for a conversation that digs deep into more than just treestand setups and big bucks on the wall. Cody’s fresh off the road and gearing up for his upcoming road show, and we break down what it means to really unplug from the noise and lean into the lessons the woods — and the mats — have to offer. We get into how elimination and identificati...
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July 10, 2025 • 21 mins
In this kickoff episode, we break down the fundamentals of using trail cameras not as a gimmick, but as a strategic tool to scout smarter and hunt more effectively. This isn’t a gear review — it’s a deep dive into how real hunters use trail cam intel to gain a serious edge in the woods.
🦌 In This Episode You’ll Learn:
Why trail cameras are more than just motion-triggered gadgets
The truth about cellular vs. non-cellular cams (a...
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July 9, 2025 • 85 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand Deer Hunting Podcast, I sit down with Trent Wengerd—a dyed-in-the-wool bowhunter and a true craftsman when it comes to building stick bows that flat-out get the job done. We dig into Trent’s upbringing in the wide-open country of Montana, the early days that pulled him into archery, and how he turned a passion for hunting into an art form behind the bowyer’s bench. From chasing bugling bu...
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July 2, 2025 • 81 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by Joe Miles, and we cover a lot of ground—from the whitetail woods to the African bush. Joe and I get into that constant tug-of-war between old-school hunting instincts and the rapid rise of modern gear and technology. We talk about where tradition still matters, where innovation is helping, and how to walk the line between the two without losing your edge.
Joe also ...
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June 25, 2025 • 121 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by traditional bowhunter Chris Parrino—a guy who’s lived a hunting life most of us only dream about. We dig into the roots of his passion, from growing up in a blue-collar family to chasing grizzlies, moose, and polar bears with a stickbow.
Chris opens up about what it really takes to hunt at a high level with traditional gear—the failures, the close calls, and the qu...
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June 18, 2025 • 126 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand Podcast, I sat down with my buddy David Riley to talk about more than just killing deer. We got into what really makes this whole thing matter—building friendships through the hunt, learning from the folks you meet along the way, and keeping your passion alive by stepping out of your comfort zone. David’s coming off a hell of a season, with stories from solo trips out west to lessons lear...
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June 11, 2025 • 88 mins
In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I sat down with Chad Sylvester for a no-BS conversation about the real stuff—missed chances, pressure-packed decisions, and why some of our best lessons come from the hunts that don’t end with a grip-and-grin - the harsh truths of bowhunting.
We dig into the mental side of the game—why confidence matters, how deer behavior can turn on a dime, and why there’s no such thing as a u...
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June 4, 2025 • 111 mins
Hey everyone, welcome back to the Truth From The Stand Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Jason Redd, and we dive into one of those conversations that feels a little more like sitting around a fire than checking boxes on a hunting talk list.
We cover everything from the pressure that comes with modern technology and constant communication, to how learning to unplug—both in the woods and in life—can reset your mindset in a goo...
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May 28, 2025 • 84 mins
In this episode, I sit down with my buddy Michael Varady for a wide-ranging conversation that covers way more than just tagging a buck. We dig into the lessons learned from switching between traditional and compound bows, how target panic creeps in, and why consistent practice—both physical and mental—is critical if you want to stay sharp when it counts.
Michael’s gearing up for a big move and exploring new hunting ground, so we b...
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May 21, 2025 • 88 mins
Hey everyone, welcome to the Truth From The Stand podcast. In this episode, I’m catching up with Tom Murphy—a guy who knows his way around a ball field, and the big woods!
We cover some ground in this one. We dig into how growing up with rock and metal shaped us, how pro sports and bowhunting both demand a gritty mindset, and how the traditions we’re raised with show up in the woods whether we realize it or not. Tom opens up about...
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In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by Brian Dombrowski—a guy who’s put in more than his fair share of miles chasing deer across a range of terrain, from flatlands to big woods. We dive deep into what makes mature bucks tick, how scouting plays a role beyond trail cams, and why visual confirmation still trumps digital data. Brian shares his approach to patterning deer by behavior, not just sign, and we g...
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May 7, 2025 • 94 mins
Hey everyone, welcome back to the Truth From The Stand podcast. In today’s episode, I’m catching up with my buddy Johnny to talk about life’s evolution—balancing family, chasing whitetails, and pursuing personal passions like jiu-jitsu. We dive into how parenting and the pressures of the hunting industry shift your perspective, and why finding community and staying true to your pursuits matters more now than ever.
We also dig into...
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April 30, 2025 • 93 mins
This week on the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m catching up with Jake Hofer. If you’re into getting better at hunting and managing ground the right way, this one’s for you. We talk about the real work behind whitetail management, the kind that doesn’t show up in a highlight reel—tree planting, fixing screw-ups, and learning to let the land teach you a few hard lessons.
Jake also talks about stepping into ownership at Whitetai...
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