The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast

Andrew Maxwell & Jacob Myers
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Your go-to Deer Hunting Podcast! The Southern Outdoorsmen is a show dedicated to diving deep on the topics that will make you a better hunter. We interview guys who are the "real deal", the best hometown deer hunters across the country - the guys who have consistent success deer hunting the same public lands, leases, hunting clubs, or family farms as everyone else. Every Monday we post an episode with fresh tips, tactics and strategies to give you an edge in the woods this fall.

  1. 7h ago

    810 - How He Finds Bigger Bucks on Public Than Private | Chris Jones

    Today, Chris Jones of South Carolina joins us to discuss what it really takes to consistently find mature whitetails on public land. From breaking common hunting myths to reading overlooked terrain features, Chris shares the mindset and woodsmanship that have helped him tag big bucks where most hunters assume the odds are stacked against them. In this episode: Why Chris believes he’s found bigger bucks on public land than he ever did on privateThe biggest misconceptions hunters have about public land pressureHow to identify overlooked areas where mature bucks actually liveWhy miles walked often matter more than hours spent in a treeThe scouting strategy that changed the way Chris huntsUsing topography, access, and human behavior to your advantageWhy “hard-to-reach” isn’t always as far as people thinkThe importance of woodsmanship over relying solely on technologyHow Chris approaches postseason scouting and e-scouting togetherCommon mistakes hunters make when searching for mature buck beddingDeveloping confidence to hunt your own plan instead of following the crowdPractical advice for becoming a more consistent deer hunter, regardless of where you hunt Check out Chris' YouTube channel here - https://www.youtube.com/@Simpleman667 Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aK Join Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aR Use code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBP Use the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfm Check out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDI Use code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8 Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewear Have you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story Here NOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts.  Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    810 - How He Finds Bigger Bucks on Public Than Private | Chris Jones

  2. 4d ago

    809 - What Everyone Gets WRONG About Bait, Minerals & Food Plots

    This week on the Thursday Q&A, we’re tackling some of the biggest debates in deer hunting—from bait, minerals, and food plots to summer scouting, scent, and mature buck behavior. We also answer a listener question about hunting rocky, mountainous terrain in Arkansas and share how we’d approach finding and killing an older buck in big-woods country. In this episode: Do minerals, Deer Cane, and attractants actually work?The biggest mistake hunters make when baiting deerWhy mature bucks prioritize security over foodAre food plots overrated compared to bedding cover?Common deer club management mistakes that keep older bucks from survivingDoes artificial deer scent help or hurt your odds?How to properly use scent if you choose to hunt with itSummer scouting vs. in-season scouting—which is more effective?Camouflage vs. solid colors: does it really matter?How we’d hunt rocky mountainous terrain in the Ouachita Mountains of ArkansasFinding habitat diversity, terrain funnels, and mature bucks travel in big woodsPlus upcoming events, World Deer Expo, and Mobile Hunters Expo updates. Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Grab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aK Join Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aR Use code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBP Use the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfm Check out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDI Use code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8 Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewear Have you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story Here NOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts.  Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  3. Jul 13

    808 - The Hunting Skill Money Can't Buy | Larry Weishuhn

    Larry Weishuhn is back on the show, and in this conversation he dives into the timeless hunting skills that can’t be bought, downloaded, or replaced by technology. From the story of his very first buck to decades of lessons chasing mature whitetails across North America, Larry shares the woodsmanship principles that have shaped his hunting career. In this episode, we discuss: Larry’s unforgettable first buck and how it shaped his lifelong passion for whitetailsHow the pioneers of modern mature buck hunting changed the way hunters thinkWhy woodsmanship is a skill that has to be earned—not purchasedThe psychology of confidence, lucky charms, scents, and why paying attention matters mostReading tracks, rubs, scrapes, and other overlooked signLessons learned from decades as a wildlife biologistDeer vocalizations, grunting, rattling, and what deer are really communicatingWhy mature bucks often move when other hunters aren’t in the woodsLarry’s approach to all-day sits and midday deer movementHow to choose high-odds stand locations beyond obvious food sourcesThe importance of observation, perception, and trusting your instincts in the woodsPractical tips for becoming a better woodsman and more complete deer hunter Whether you’re new to deer hunting or have decades of experience, this episode is packed with practical wisdom from one of the most respected voices in the whitetail world. Check out Larry's newest book, Deer Addictions. Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    808 - The Hunting Skill Money Can't Buy | Larry Weishuhn

  4. Jul 9

    807 - The Deer Hunting Debates Nobody Can Agree On

    This week we’re diving into your hottest deer hunting takes and answering some of the biggest questions from The Southern Outdoorsmen community. From crossbows and dog hunting to cell cameras, persimmons, and deer behavior, we tackle some of the most controversial topics we’ve discussed in a while. In this episode, we discuss: Should crossbows have their own season?Are Southern gun seasons too long?Should dog hunting be allowed on public land?Are mature bucks more wary of cell cameras than standard trail cameras?Do ozone products and scent control actually work?Are persimmon trees overrated as a hunting food source?Can terrain ever be too steep for deer?What do deer eat in hardwood bottoms besides acorns?Should public land have statewide antler restrictions?The biggest lessons we’ve learned that changed the way we hunt over the last five years.Is modern deer hunting losing the traditions that made it special? We’d love to hear your thoughts on these topics. Join the discussion in our Circle community and let us know where you agree—and where you think we’re completely wrong. Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Got a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXP Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  5. Jul 6

    806 - Why Your Food Plots Never Produce Mature Bucks | Caleb Huckaba

    Most hunters focus on what to plant, but the bigger question is where, why, and how. In this episode, Caleb Huckaba of Whitetail Hill breaks down the biggest food plot mistakes he sees, how to design food plots that actually produce daylight mature buck encounters, and why strategy often matters more than the seed itself. Whether you’re planting a quarter-acre kill plot on a permission property or managing a large hunting tract, this episode is packed with practical habitat and hunting advice you can apply this season. In this episode, we discuss: - The biggest food plot mistakes hunters make - Why mature bucks only visit some food plots after dark - Kill plots vs. destination food plots - Where food plots should be located in relation to bedding - Food plot layout and hunting strategy - Soil testing, pH, lime, and improving poor soils - Choosing the right food plot blend for your goals - Small property and permission-land food plot strategies - How to plant successful food plots with or without equipment - Food plot diversity and seasonal attraction - Using chestnuts, persimmons, and other mast trees to improve hunting - Creating year-round food sources and property hotspots - Stand placement, access routes, and reducing hunting pressure Use code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBP Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    806 - Why Your Food Plots Never Produce Mature Bucks | Caleb Huckaba

  6. Jul 2

    805 - Can a Property Become an "Immature Buck Factory", Hunting Storm Damaged Areas | LISTENER Q&A

    In this Q&A edition of the show, we cover a wide array of questions and hot takes from listeners! How should you hunt areas with tornado/storm damage?Can a property become an immature buck factory?Is flat land harder to hunt than hill country?Are more trail camera bans coming?Are sliding bow sights overkill?and a lot more! Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  7. Jun 29

    804 - The Truth About Big Bucks, Genetics & Deer Management | Lindsay Thomas Jr.

    What actually creates bigger bucks? Is it genetics, nutrition, habitat, or something else entirely? In this episode, National Deer Association’s Lindsay Thomas Jr. separates decades of deer research from hunting folklore. We dive into the biggest myths surrounding deer management, aging bucks on the hoof, habitat improvement, feral hogs, and the science that has fundamentally changed how we understand whitetails. If you’re serious about becoming a better deer hunter or land manager, this episode is packed with practical, research-backed information you can apply immediately. Topics discussed: Why genetics matter far less than most hunters thinkThe Mississippi State study that changed how we view big bucksHow to accurately age bucks on the hoofCommon mistakes hunters make when managing deerWhy cull buck programs don’t improve geneticsThe truth about nutrition, habitat, and antler growthHow to improve a property—even if it’s smallFood plots vs. timber management: where to invest your effortHow hunting pressure influences mature buck movementThe four biggest factors that actually affect deer movementWhy feral hogs are so damaging to deer and turkey populationsWhy trapping is far more effective than simply shooting hogsHow to work with neighbors to improve deer quality across a landscapeLessons from over two decades of deer research and management Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    804 - The Truth About Big Bucks, Genetics & Deer Management | Lindsay Thomas Jr.

  8. Jun 25

    803 - Closing the Deal with Bobby Worthington [THROWBACK]

    Today we are throwing it back to one of our favorite episodes of all time with whitetail legend Bobby Worthington! In this episode, Bobby talks about perfecting archery setups to get mature bucks in bow range and make the shot count. Join our Circle Community here - ⁠https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-community⁠ Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Your go-to Deer Hunting Podcast! The Southern Outdoorsmen is a show dedicated to diving deep on the topics that will make you a better hunter. We interview guys who are the "real deal", the best hometown deer hunters across the country - the guys who have consistent success deer hunting the same public lands, leases, hunting clubs, or family farms as everyone else. Every Monday we post an episode with fresh tips, tactics and strategies to give you an edge in the woods this fall.

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  • Creator
    Andrew Maxwell & Jacob Myers
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    824
  • Rating
    Explicit
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  • Show Website
    The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast
  • Provider
    The Southern Outdoorsmen LLC

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