Deer IQ

Adam Lewis
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Deer IQ

Your most educational deer hunting podcast. From the chosen topics to the bite-size chunk episode lengths, the Deer IQ podcast has one goal in mind - hunter growth. With engaging pre-episode questions, and challenging takeaways at the end,  you'll be pushed and inspired by this not so ordinary deer hunting podcast. Join outdoor writer, hunter, educator and host Adam Lewis in the pursuit of becoming wiser and greater hunters.  Listen, engage, increase your Deer IQ.     

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    The Science of Buck Societies w/ John Ozoga | Series: Mature Buck Mindsets; IQ-10

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast I’m joined by a legend in the field of deer research, John Ozoga. You’ve probably read his articles on whitetail science in major magazines, and we discuss his research of buck behavior, and the science of what he calls “buck societies”. Now, John is in his late 80’s and joined me by phone, and I”m pretty sure has never done a podcast. So look at this episode as if you're sitting by the fire with grandpa there and he’s doing most the talking, .. and you’re just soaking it up. Here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What and where is John’s research background on whitetail deer - an important distinction to make when comparing to your area?• Why does he say bucks and does are like dealing with 2 different species when talking about deer behavior?• How does a young deer join a buck society, and what does that phrase mean?• How do young bucks behave in the absence of mature bucks, and what might this tell us about the deer age structure where this is observed? • What does John say about mature buck behavior in low vs. high deer density areas, and just how to hunt those differently?• And What is early season buck sign a good indication of? And much more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 76Guest: Host Adam Lewis, John OzogaIQ ranking - 10 (Advanced)DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    35 min

  2. JAN 8

    The EXTRA EFFORT Required for GREAT BUCKS w/ Bill Winke | Series: Mature Buck Mindsets; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are continuing our exciting series - Mature Buck Mindsets. Looking at the mind of big bucks, and big buck hunters, and just how exceptionally different they are. I’m joined by a guest that knows all about taking great bucks - Bill Winke, who has been writing about and videoing these giants of the woods for decades. Please don’t mind the background noise as Bill was outdoors and this was recording this past summer. And bonus points if you can ID the bird that keeps singing in the background and won’t  shut up! But, we get into the great lengths you have to be willing to go to to get consistent chances at great deer - and  it’s more than most people probably do.  And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help not miss any of the great content. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What does Bill say about hunting “nocturnal” bucks?• How do you decide when to pursue a buck versus back off and just let him go, regardless of how big he is?• According to Bill, what’s the best thing you can hope for when pursuing a mature buck?• What is Bill talking about when he says you should “hunt backwards”• When does most of the educating of deer actually taking place?• Why did Bill camp under his treestand, and what vital things did he learn from this tactic of extra effort?And a lot more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Epic Hunting AdventuresEpisode # 75Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Bill WinkeIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    45 min

  3. JAN 3

    9 Lessons from a Bloody-Eyed 16 point! | Series: So there I was - epic hunting adventures; IQ-5

    In this is special episode of the Deer IQ podcast I’m going to continue a story-based series called “So there I was - hunting stories of epic adventure.” This is where I will tell a story of a specific buck, and also break down how and why it worked out - a masterclass case study of sorts with gobbs of good takeaways you can apply. I’ll also apply some of the principles we’ve been going over in the 6 steps or core competencies of highly effective hunters, and how those worked in this real world hunting situation. This hunt is about my 2020 Ohio 16 point, how it came together, and an ending that I’ve never ever experienced before in 33 years of hunting. And yes we have our free journal you can download below, that will really help you get the most out of this podcast. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What was the pivotal intel I needed to know exactly when and where to hunt this buck?• What was the big disappointment in this story, and how did that affect how I hunted him - which was a crucial move I believe.• How did I find this buck after the shot, and what gave him a big ole gouged out bloody eye socket?And I have 9 takeaways for us all about mature bucks and this valuable hunt - and a hunt should be a masterclass which is what this buck gave me and I’m sharing in this episode!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Epic Hunting AdventuresEpisode # 74Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    34 min

  4. 12/19/2024

    What Big Buck Slayers do DIFFERENT | Series: Mature Buck Mindsets; Guest - Richard P. Smith; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast I’m with a very well known student of whitetail and whitetail hunters, Richard P. Smith, who has been an outdoor writer his whole life focusing on and studying whitetail. He has interviewed thousands of big buck killers and found some common themes we can learn from and put into practice to accomplish the same. And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help. Here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What does Richard mean by “walking with whitetails” and how does this contribute to his knowledge base?• What key characteristics has Richard noticed that big buck killers all have in common?• What percent of those hunters are lucky, vs. good, and what can we take from that?• What do most hunter do wrong when targeting big old bucks?• According to us both, what can’t even our modern technology give us advantage on when it comes to deer hunting?• What are Richards top 2 things he suggests you do to more consistently get chances at the biggest•  bucks where you hunt? And much more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 73Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Richard P. SmithIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    31 min

  5. 12/12/2024

    Reading the Mind of a Mature Buck - Guest Tony Lapratt | Series: Mature Buck Mindsets; IQ-10

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in the first episode in our exciting and highly eye-opening new series - Mature Buck Mindsets. Looking at the mind of big bucks, and big buck hunters and just how they are exceptionally different than most. And again the season theme is how to consistently take the top deer where you hunt. In this episode I’m with the infamous Tony Lapratt who I joined at his house / museum, and he reveals what over 40 years of studying deer and doing thousands of land plans for hunters has taught him about the biggest and smartest bucks out there. It’s a really good and High IQ talk,  and you can download our free journal below to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help keep track of all the nuggets of whitetail wisdom. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• From Tony’s years of experience, what does he say is different about a mature buck than all other deer?• What are the biggest mistakes hunters make when hunting mature bucks, that they keep repeating and don’t even realize?• What are the mindsets that consistent mature buck hunters have, what do they understand, that other hunters do not?• Why don’t most hunters get a stockpile of big bucks on their property?• What are Tony’s thoughts about shooting does and why does he think this?• Exactly when does Tony start hunting, and why does he choose this precise time?• How do you know if you’re doing good and not pressuring your property?• What is the real cause of big bucks avoiding certain areas, like your stand locations?And much more! Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 72Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Tony LaprattIQ ranking - 10 (advanced)Tony Lapratt's website: https://www.tonylapratt.com/ DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a our Advanced Whitetail Workshop: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services Overview: our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/   More from DEER IQ:  Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    32 min

  6. 12/04/2024

    The Secret Tool for Taking Better Bucks | Series: Mature Buck Mindsets; IQ-10

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we continuing our multi part series looking into what exactly it takes “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” This episode I discuss what I think is the #1 tool for whitetail hunting consistently, and are looking back at the whitetail hunter pyramid of success… the 6 steps & core competencies to become a highly effective hunter. There are just certain things that if you do them, do them well, and in a certain order lead to the highest odds hunts and results.I am going to address address step 4 - Data Analysis,  Just how do you organize data to make sense out of it so you don’t get overwhelmed, can focus on what you need to, and weed out the distractions and misleading info to determine the exact when and where for a surgical hunt. That’s a big one to tackle in one episode, but I’m going to give some important things to start thinking about. And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What are the 2 main tools I talk about and how do they help you organize your data for better decision making that leads to success vs. failure?• How should you organize and label your spots as you build your portfolio so you don’t hunt in the wrong spot at the wrong time, and always make the right choices?• How can the 2 main types of this tool I talk about combine to make a magnifying factor to increase your odds on a top deer where you hunt.Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 71Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 10 (advanced)Previous episodes in this series (whitetail hunter pyramid of success)# 63 - a smarter way to scout https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/63 #62 - the magic # of hunting spots https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/62 #60 - keys to scent & sound control https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/60 #59 - How to take big bucks every year https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/59 DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    25 min

  7. 11/07/2024

    Finding Spots NO ONE Hunts | Series: Public Land - Beating the Odds, guest Michael Veine; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we wrap up our series on public land hunting with Michael Veine, a long time outdoor writer with a lot of experience in the hard to hunt big woods of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It’s actually the 2nd half of our interview, the first of which hasn’t been released yet. So when I mention the first episode, that actually has not aired but will in the future regarding private land. So if you hunt large areas of public, and have a hard time finding quality spots that produce, this episode is for you. And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What is Michael's main criteria for finding the best potential spots to take big woods bucks?• When does Michael focus his precise efforts, and where does he focus these for the best odds hunting large expansive tracts of public land?• What strategy does he use to simultaneously leverage private and public land for maximizing his strategic hunts during the season?• How many public land spots does Michael have, and say you need, and why is this a big key according to him?• How have wolves changed how he hunts and when he hunts for more success?Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Hunt Breakdown and AnalysisEpisode # 70Guest: Host Adam Lewis; Guests - Michael VeineIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

    37 min

  8. 10/30/2024

    Epic Ground Ambush - The Breakdown of 3 Hunts of 2024 & Why they Worked! | Series: Hunt Breakdown & Analysis; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we discuss 3 Michigan hunts from 2024 and just how and why they came together. Included is my recent public land buck, which was actually a mission 2 years in the making. It's a "No BS" session - a High IQ breakdown and analysis, including one incredible ground hunt that really paid off. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• How did each hunter approach their hunt to have the highest odds possible?• What factors had to come together for the high-risk/high-reward ground hunt Cody pulled off?• How was my (Adam) connection several years in the making, and how did I readjust even with many hunters around to find the right spot.• What were the main factors ALL these hunts had in common that was key? And more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Hunt Breakdown and AnalysisEpisode # 69Guest: Host Adam Lewis; Guests - Mark Kawiecki, Cody GarnseyIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:  • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land,  or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/  More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/

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Your most educational deer hunting podcast. From the chosen topics to the bite-size chunk episode lengths, the Deer IQ podcast has one goal in mind - hunter growth. With engaging pre-episode questions, and challenging takeaways at the end,  you'll be pushed and inspired by this not so ordinary deer hunting podcast. Join outdoor writer, hunter, educator and host Adam Lewis in the pursuit of becoming wiser and greater hunters.  Listen, engage, increase your Deer IQ.     

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  • Creator
    Adam Lewis
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Deer IQ

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