The Fall Podcast

Arron Bleise

The Fall Podcast is a whitetail hunting podcast built for passionate deer hunters who live for the fall. Each week, host Arron Bleise brings together like-minded whitetail hunters to share real success and failure stories, proven whitetail tactics, and in-season strategy from across the Midwest, Deep South, and Eastern whitetail country. Whether you’re chasing mature bucks or learning from hard-earned lessons, The Fall Podcast delivers engaging, no-nonsense deer hunting content every whitetail nut won’t want to miss.

  1. 1 day ago

    EP 534 | Breaking His Own Rules to Kill a North Dakota Buck

    What do you do when the hunting strategy you normally swear by suddenly puts a mature North Dakota buck in front of you? This week, Arron sits down with Dustin to break down his recent North Dakota whitetail hunt—a trip filled with pressure, limited access, close encounters, and one unexpected trail-camera photo that changed everything. With non-residents unable to hunt public land for the first 9½ days, Dustin and Wade had to get creative, scouting for non-posted private ground and figuring out where they could hunt. After multiple deer encounters, Dustin finally got his opportunity at a mature 9-point with heavy mass and big bases. But there’s more to this hunt than just the kill. Dustin talks about why using a trail camera felt completely backwards compared to the way he normally hunts, how he judges a buck on the hoof, dealing with deer movement and hunting pressure, and the small decisions that ultimately led to putting an arrow through a North Dakota buck. They also talk gear, strategy, and what Dustin is looking forward to most next—helping his nephew chase his first deer in Minnesota. If you want to learn how to adapt when the conditions, regulations, and deer don't cooperate with your normal game plan, this is an episode you don't want to miss.  . . . Promo Codes: Raised Scents : https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 534 | Breaking His Own Rules to Kill a North Dakota Buck
  2. 5 days ago

    EP 533 | The Quietest Hunting Gear ASIO Has Ever Made | Joe Miles

    After hunting the same South Carolina buck for five years, Joe Miles finally got his chance at the 150-inch deer—and put an arrow through him. In this episode, I sit down with Joe Miles, owner of ASIO Gear, to talk about that hunt, the lessons that came from chasing one deer for five years, and the thought that goes into building some of the quietest hunting clothing on the market. Joe breaks down the new Stealth Jacket and Pant, including why ASIO designed the line specifically for those dead-calm days when even the smallest noise can blow a hunt. We talk about the fabric, wind resistance, ideal temperature range, hood design, saddle-hunting pockets, rangefinder pockets, full-zip pants, and the little details that can make a big difference when you're sitting close to a deer. We also get into how to properly layer the Stealth line with the Core Warmth Vest and Puffy Jacket.  . . . Promo Codes: Raised Scents : https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 533 | The Quietest Hunting Gear ASIO Has Ever Made | Joe Miles
  3. 8 Sept

    EP 532 | I'm challenging all of the listeners this fall

    Sometimes, the biggest change in your hunting has nothing to do with how you hunt. Arron and Nate sit down to recap their Iowa hunting adventure, diving into the highs, lows, and everything that goes into hunting while trying to capture it all on camera. They talk about the importance of being present, putting the obsession with inches aside, and simply enjoying where your feet are. They also break down the realities of filming hunts, why a cameraman has to think like a producer instead of a hunter, and how the little moments and B-roll can completely change the story. From Arron’s transition to traditional archery and the challenges of getting inside 20 yards, to October expectations, gear, and their plans for upcoming hunts, there’s plenty of hunting talk throughout. The conversation also takes a turn toward something bigger than hunting as Arron and Nate discuss their plans to work together on venison donation projects across Michigan—including the Doe Dash and a mobile cooler project designed to help get more venison to families who need it. It’s a conversation about hunting, filming, mindset, and using the outdoors to make an impact long after the season ends.  . . . Promo Codes: Raised Scents : https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 532 | I'm challenging all of the listeners this fall
  4. 1 Sept

    EP 531 | 9 Sits. 3 Bucks. What’s His Secret?

    How do you kill three good bucks in just nine sits? Dustin Moll might be one of the most efficient whitetail hunters I know. Dustin is a Minnesota whitetail hunter who spends his seasons chasing bucks on public land across multiple states, and it seems like everywhere he goes, he’s able to find success fast. Last year alone, he killed three whitetail bucks in just nine sits. What makes Dustin’s approach so interesting is how simple and intentional it is. He’s a humble guy who has figured out how to make the most of limited time in the woods, even when hunting unfamiliar public ground. And these days, he’s doing it without running trail cameras. In this episode, Dustin breaks down how he finds and hunts bucks on public land, why he’s able to consistently get on good deer so quickly, and what led him to walk away from trail cameras altogether. We also get into his scouting approach, mindset, and the little things that make him such an efficient whitetail hunter. If you hunt public land or want to become more efficient with your time in the deer woods, this is an episode you’re going to want to hear.  . . . Promo Codes: Raised Scents : https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 531 | 9 Sits. 3 Bucks. What’s His Secret?
  5. 25 Aug

    EP 530 | SCENT MISTAKES COST BUCKS

    What if the deer scent you’ve been spraying all over your scrape is actually telling deer to stay away? In this episode, I sit down with Warren and Easton from Raised Scents to break down what deer are actually communicating through their natural glandular scents—and why most of us have been using scent the wrong way for years. We get into the story behind Raised Hunting and how the family went from a TV show to building their own scent company, why they believe real glandular scents are different from synthetics, and what each gland is actually telling a deer. We also break down Scrape King, Scrape Addict, Scrape Queen, LHD, Buck Junkie and the Rut System, when to use each one, and the biggest mistakes hunters make when applying them. Then we get into one of my favorite parts of the conversation—rub trees. Why white pine? How much scent should you actually use? Why are some bucks hitting the same tree over and over? And what happens when you build a rub tree the right way? We also tackle some of the biggest scent myths in hunting, including cover scents, urine-based products, ozone and why no scent product in the world can replace good wind management. If you’re serious about using scent to create better scrape and rub activity this fall, you’re going to want to hear this one before you start spraying everything in the woods.  . . . Promo Codes: Raised Scents : https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/?ref=THEFALLPOD10 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 530 | SCENT MISTAKES COST BUCKS
  6. 18 Aug

    EP 529 | THE MOON IS WRONG? How a 221" Buck Changed Everything

    What if the biggest buck of your life could show up on the one day you’d normally tell yourself NOT to hunt? Adam Hays killed his 221-inch Kansas giant in brutal 85–90 degree weather, on the first night of a Red Moon—and that experience completely changed the way he looks at lunar deer movement. In this episode of The Fall Podcast, Adam and I dive deep into the Moon Guide, Red Moon predictions, and the controversial debate over whether the moon actually influences mature buck movement. Adam explains why he believes hunters have been looking at the wrong part of the moon, why its position in the sky matters more than simply looking at the moon phase, and what he discovered after digging into the deer studies that are often used to dismiss lunar influence. We also talk about using the moon alongside wind, weather, scouting and trail-camera data, how Adam decides when to hunt a location, and why he believes scouting tells you where to be while the Moon Guide can help determine when to be there. We get into morning hunts, November, hunting mature bucks in terrible weather, common mistakes hunters make, and how even a hardcore moon skeptic can test the theory for themselves. Is the moon really influencing deer movement—or are we giving it credit for something else? This conversation might change the way you plan your hunts this fall.  . . . Promo Codes: Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/collections/raised-scents-2-0 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 529 | THE MOON IS WRONG? How a 221" Buck Changed Everything
  7. 11 Aug

    EP 528 | The August Whitetail Checklist

    August is when the real work for November begins. In this episode of The Fall Podcast, I’m breaking down everything I’m doing right now to get ready for whitetail season. From deploying Moultrie trail cameras and glassing fields from the truck in the evenings to trying to track down two bucks I’m pretty sure survived last season, August is all about gathering information and getting prepared. I’m also putting in a 2-acre Vitalize food plot, fine-tuning my bow and arrow setup, testing broadheads, and putting plenty of arrows downrange. This is the time of year to find out if your equipment is truly ready—not when a mature buck is standing at 20 yards. We’ll also get into the less exciting but equally important preparation: washing and organizing my hunting camo, storing it with earth scent wafers, dialing in my hunting pack, and setting up the Flyer Pack as my self-filming pack for the upcoming season. And there’s still plenty of work to do in the woods, including prepping trees, clearing shooting lanes, and setting up ambush locations with November in mind. The season may still be weeks away, but the preparation is already underway. If you want to be ready when opening day finally arrives, August is the time to start putting in the work. In this episode: Moultrie trail camera deployment Evening glassing and summer buck patterns Tracking down two bucks that may have survived last season Preparing a 2-acre Vitalize food plot Fine-tuning your bow and arrow setup Testing broadheads and shooting your hunting setup Washing and organizing hunting camo Storing hunting clothes with earth scent wafers Dialing in your hunting pack Setting up the Flyer Pack for self-filming Preparing trees and ambush locations Getting mentally and physically ready for deer season The season doesn't start on opening day. It starts with the work you put in right now.  . . . Promo Codes: Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Raised Scents - https://www.raisedhunting.com/collections/raised-scents-2-0 Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 528 | The August Whitetail Checklist
  8. 4 Aug

    EP 527 | How a Drag Rag Led a 158-Inch Kansas Buck Into Bow Range

    What if one simple decision on a public land hunt put a 158-inch Kansas giant within bow range just hours later? This week on The Fall Podcast, Aaron Swan joins me to tell the story behind one of the most unforgettable public land bow kills I've ever heard. After slipping into a Kansas public land setup late in the morning, Aaron pulled a Raised Deer Scents Drag Rag behind him on the way in. A few hours later, a mature 158-inch buck followed that exact trail—and the rest is a story every whitetail hunter needs to hear. Before we dive into the hunt, we talk about what we're doing right now to prepare for fall, including revamping summer food plots, adding water holes, and why these projects can completely change how deer use your property heading into hunting season. We also break down why the Raised Deer Scents Scrape King has become one of our favorite preseason tools. The mock scrapes I've built this summer have been absolutely on fire, giving us incredible inventory of the bucks living in the area before opening day. Whether you hunt public land or private, this episode is packed with real-world tactics you can use this season—from habitat improvements to scent strategy—and finishes with an unbelievable bowhunting story that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about hunting mature bucks. In this episode: Hunting mature bucks on Kansas public land Revamping summer food plots before the season Why we're adding water holes now The mock scrape strategy producing consistent buck activity Raised Deer Scents Scrape King & Drag Rag tactics The incredible story behind Aaron Swan's 158-inch public land bow buck If you're counting down the days until deer season, this is one you won't want to miss.  . . . Promo Codes: Latitude Outdoors: thefall Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 Kuhle Archery: FALL25 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Kuhle Archery - https://kuhlearchery.com/ Everland Outdoors - https://everlandoutdoors.com/  Moonguide - https://moonguide.com/ Moultrie - https://www.moultrie.com/ Don’t forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EP 527 | How a Drag Rag Led a 158-Inch Kansas Buck Into Bow Range

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The Fall Podcast is a whitetail hunting podcast built for passionate deer hunters who live for the fall. Each week, host Arron Bleise brings together like-minded whitetail hunters to share real success and failure stories, proven whitetail tactics, and in-season strategy from across the Midwest, Deep South, and Eastern whitetail country. Whether you’re chasing mature bucks or learning from hard-earned lessons, The Fall Podcast delivers engaging, no-nonsense deer hunting content every whitetail nut won’t want to miss.

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