Deer IQ

Adam Lewis
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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.     

  1. 4D AGO

    Pressure Threshold - How Many Hunters Can Your Land Tolerate? w/Dr. Andrew Little | Series - Deer by the Data; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Little (University of Nebraska) to break down GPS-collared buck data that reveals how much hunting pressure deer will tolerate before their behavior changes.Using real movement data, we explore how many hunters per acre actually creates pressure, how quickly bucks respond once that line is crossed, and why most deer don’t leave — they simply avoid hunters.If you manage a property, share a lease, or hunt pressured ground, this episode answers the critical questions:• How many hunters can your land realistically support?• When does good hunting start to decline — and why?• What is the true pressure threshold, and how do you stay below it all season?This episode defines hunting pressure in measurable terms and gives you practical ways to manage it so your land hunts better and stays fresh longer.• 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode # 121Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Dr. Andrew LittleIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

    43 min

  2. JAN 9

    Why Stands GO COLD - Science Reveals How FAST & What Hunters can Do About It! w/guest Clint McCoy | Series: Deer by the Data; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are joined by Clint McCoy - researcher and wildlife biologist who tested and has the data to prove just how fast hunting pressure actually makes bucks disappear and avoid your stand locations.So if you see deer movement decrease during the season, experience stand burnout, or wonder why bucks go nocturnal, or just are curious about what the data actually shows,  I think this will be an eye opener for you. And we discuss what he thinks you should do about this problem.* Deer IQ Advanced Coached Small Group - Sign Up HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceG8_f0KXE9p2PQ4bhf7E8rb9CWXz0PWmpmBS_narU9HbwHg/viewform •* 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/ • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode # 120Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Clint McCoyIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

    54 min

  3. 12/30/2025

    Find the EXACT Tree for High-Odds Hunts - Big Woods Mastery w/guest Bobby Worthington | Series: Season Mastery; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are joined by Bobby Worthington for part 2, talking about how to pick the exact tree for highest odds of success bow hunting, and what factors make it THE tree. Bobby has written numerous books and been featured in North American Whitetail numerous times for his expertise on taking mature bucks with his funnel hunting tactics. In this episode we also discuss:• best winds for funnels• if you should select trees for cover or distance to target• how to pick the exact funnel to sit when you have many choices• what exact vacation days he says to pick and why• what actually causes buck fever• why Bobby thinks i’m a probably terrible hunter.. He actually says that.. So if you struggle to find the exact spot to hunt, especially in a big woods setting, this is your episode. Also there are some internet lag issues, so on the video version the mouths don’t quite match the words like a bad overdub Godzilla movie - Just a heads up.* Deer IQ Advanced Coached Small Group - Sign Up HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceG8_f0KXE9p2PQ4bhf7E8rb9CWXz0PWmpmBS_narU9HbwHg/viewform •* 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/ • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/* Order Bobby's Book - Trophy Quest: send check for $90 to PO Box 461, Pikeville TN, 37367. Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode # 119Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Bobby WorthingtonIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

    44 min

  4. 12/18/2025

    Funnel Hunting Mastery - Secrets to Success on Mature Nocturnal Bucks w/ guest Bobby Worthington; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are joined by Bobby Worthington talking how to hunt high-odds funnels that produce, and they are NOT all created equal. Bobby has written numerous books on the subject, and been featured in North American Whitetail numerous times for his expertise on taking mature bucks with his funnel tactics. In this episode we will discuss: • How Bobby finds success on nocturnal bucks• Exactly when to hunt buck patterns vs. hunt the mathematical odds• The different types of funnels you need to know & which to avoid.• How to find the TOP producing ones in your hunting area. And more!!So if you want to know the proper way to hunt funnels that produce mature bucks, this is your episode. * Deer IQ Advanced Coached Small Group - Sign Up HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceG8_f0KXE9p2PQ4bhf7E8rb9CWXz0PWmpmBS_narU9HbwHg/viewform •* 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/ • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/* Order Bobby's Book - Trophy Quest: send check for $90 to PO Box 461, Pikeville TN, 37367. Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode # 118Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Bobby WorthingtonIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

    47 min

  5. 12/10/2025

    Public Land Access Secrets - Which Strategies Work & Which are OverHyped! w/guest Gage Herriman; IQ-1

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we wrap up our series on public land hunting details that make the difference, looking at some very practical access strategies. We talk about:•  if you should consider the now popular tactic of using a boat for access - and exactly when this works and when it doesn't• the truth about swamp access for finding big bucks• out of state short vs. long trips- the psychology and mindsets that lead to more success• pre-scouting vs. going in blind and hunting - which is better and why• and a major trap most new public land hunters fall into you definitely want to avoid. So If you are new to public land hunting, or struggle with access or dialing in good spots, this is an episode for you.  * Deer IQ Advanced Coached Small Group - Sign Up HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceG8_f0KXE9p2PQ4bhf7E8rb9CWXz0PWmpmBS_narU9HbwHg/viewform • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode # 117Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Gage HerrimanIQ ranking - 1 (Beginner)

    43 min

  6. 12/04/2025

    The TRUTH About the MOON - How it Actually Affects Whitetail Buck Movement, the Science Revealed! various guests; IQ-10

    In this episode of the Deer IQ Podcast we tackle the subject of the moon - does moon phase, or position, really cause bucks to move and potentially give hunters an edge? We talk to several high profile hunters (John Eberhart and Adam Hays III) to see their thoughts and why they hold these positions, and look at a recent collared buck study with Dr. Bronson Strickland to break down the real data - beyond the bias and BS, and reveal what the numbers actually say. And I give my take at the end - if you should really be paying attention to the moon when trying to take a big whitetail buck!* 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/  • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode # 116Guest: Host Adam Lewis, various guestsIQ ranking - 10 (Advanced)

    49 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    How to REFIND Bucks That Have VANISHED - 5 Skills Needed to Locate Them and Fill Your Tag w/Adam Lewis; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we look at how to refind bucks when they've disappeared. You don't have to give up hope when they vanish, but we look at:•  4 key things to consider before investing time and energy to doing that.• 5 Skills needed to do so.• How I've done that successfully and what it really takes• Your best bet scenario to pulling it off.• When to know you should just call it off..* 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/  • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode #115Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

    31 min

  8. 11/19/2025

    How Giants Fall on Public Land - Behind the Story & How to Tag Elite Mature Bucks w/guest Cody Huhn | Series: Public Land Details that Make the Difference; IQ-5

    In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we continue in our series on public land hunting details that make the difference,  this is part 2 with Cody Huhn and we look at how giants fall - the conclusion of his story of taking a 200 inch public land whitetail recently, and the keys that you may be able to replicate that helped him go from knowing this buck existed to actually taking him. We talk about how he went from rumors to close encounters, a huge mistake that almost cost him, and how he rebounded for a second chance at a buck dozens of people were chasing.  If you want to find success on the top deer on public land where you hunt, we break it all down and  this is a must watch episode. * 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/ * Buck Profiles Article - https://deeriq.com/buck-profiles/ • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/Other DEER IQ Resources:** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan for your Private Hunting Property HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ 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/  Episode #114Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Cody HuhnIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

    1h 15m
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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 - 2026
  • Episodes
    121
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Deer IQ

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