Gamekeeper Podcast

EP:403 | Hunting Weather with the Wizard

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are once again joined by Nutrien’s Weather Wizard, Eric Snodgrass. We ask a lot of questions and Eric masterfully explains high/l...

EP:402 | Calling in Bucks with Rattling and Calls

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are talking rattling and calling bucks with Alabama hunter Lance Atkinson. Lance explains his tactic of tickling or clicking antler...

EP:401 | [Timely Classic 102 ] Jack Miner Duck Bands

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Gamekeepers have accomplished waterfowler, Jim Ronquest, sitting between the turkeys and talking ducks, green tree reservoirs, red oaks ...

EP:400 | Field Manners - Hunting Ethics and Etiquette

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode our 400th episode, we talk about how we wish everyone would behave and we learn how each of us would handle certain situations. Our gu...

EP:399 | Shotgun Suppressors with Brandon Maddox

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we’re joined by Brandon Maddox, the CEO of Silencer Central to fully explain shotgun suppressors. The crew spent a full day testing ...

EP:398 | World Class Deer Biologist Dr. Mickey Hellickson

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by world class whitetail biologist, Dr. Mickey Hellickson. Mickey’s career has taken him to some amazing locations studying ...

EP:397 | Wildlife, Agriculture and Leadership

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Jeff Tarsi—a Mississippi Delta native who grew up chasing wildlife and loving the farm. Jeff now serves as the global le...

EP:396 | Mountain Lions with A Seasoned Houndsman

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re talking about hunting and managing a unique species, Mountain Lions. These beautiful cats are synonymous with the American West and ...

EP:395 | [Timely Classic 119] Understanding Duck Migration

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down and talk ducks with Dr. Ryan Askren, a waterfowl ecologist/researcher from the University of Arkansas at Monticello, and the leg...

EP:394 | Bob Humphrey and His Love for the Outdoors

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by wildlife biologist and renowned writer Bob Humphrey. With a career spanning the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, en...

EP:393 | [Re-Release #121] Our Favorite Deer Stories Part II

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we continue to celebrate our love for deer season and the white-tailed deer by telling more deer stories. We have a full slate of guests tel...

EP:392 | Are Your Mallards Wild?

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One this episode we are once again joined by Dr. Phil Lavretsky of UTEP to update us on the very important Duck DNA project. As you might recall Phil ...

EP:391 | When Hard Work Pays Off

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by world class archer Levi Morgan and Shawn Lumsden of the Flint River Plantation as they tell the stories of their recent bow...

EP:390 | History of the King Ranch with Tio Kleberg

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Mr. Tio Kleberg and hear about the history of the legendary King Ranch in South Texas. We learn about how it was acquired a...

EP:389 | Understanding What Food Plot Crops Need

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Matt Cox to talk about what food plot plants need from germination through maturity. Matt educated at Mississippi State, is...

EP:388 | A Deer Discussion With Dr. Mark Turner

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 This week we are joined by Dr. Mark Turner of Oklahoma State University. Mark is an Assistant Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist in the Dep...

EP:387 | Elk Hunting Stories

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we recap two recent elk hunts that the Mossy Oak team experienced. Joined in the studio by Rusty McDaniels, Mac Thatcher, Jon Tatum, ...

EP:386 | A Young Hunter’s Dream: 14-Year-Old Tags a Pennsylvania Elk

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we learn about the incredible elk restoration project and the hunting opportunities in Pennsylvania. We are joined by Jeremy Banfield...

EP:385 | Hunter Comedian Trent Ellis

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by funnyman and deer/turkey hunter Trent Ellis. His skits on social media have reached viewers all over the world, and ...

EP:384 | Hunting Scrape Traps and a Legendary Deer Story

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, expert whitetail hunter Ben Rising shares his insights on deer behavior, hunting strategies around the “scrape traps” traps he se...

EP:383 | What Would My Buck Have Scored?

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Dr. Bronson Strickland to discuss using a proven formula to forecast what a bucks score could potentially be at maturity. ...

EP:382 | Understanding Lime

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we’re joined by Dr. Vaughn Reed, the Assistant Professor of Soil Fertility at Mississippi State. We specifically focus on lime and u...

EP:381 | Michael Hunter: The Hunter Chef in the Wild

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Michael Hunter to tell us about his recent caribou adventure. He tells a great story and we also discuss many aspects of c...

EP:380 | The MSU Deer Professors

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined by Mississippi State’s new deer and wildlife professors, Dr. Jacob Dykes and Dr. Eric Michel, to talk whitetails. We get t...

EP:379 | Austin Nicholas on Life Lessons from Nature

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we’re joined by Austin Nicholas , who hosts a social media page called @wildernessfather. His intention of inspiring others to find ...

EP:378 | Talking Bowhunting with Paul Korn

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by expert bowhunter Paul Korn to talk us through some of the trends. Paul keeps his finger on the pulse of the bowhunting worl...

EP:377 | [Timely Classic] A Food Plot Discussion With Mark Drury

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this timely classic we look back an old favorite! On this episode we welcome a longtime friend and GameKeeper, Mark Drury, known as one of the best...

EP:376 | Football and Hunting with Brenen and McKenzie Thompson

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Brenen Thompson and his wife McKenzie to hear their story. Brenen is an exceptional collegiate athlete (rumored to be the ...

EP:375 | A Deer Hunting Discussion

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by the guys from Southern Outdoorsman, Jacob Myers and Andrew Maxwell. It’s a great discussion on deer, deer hunting t...

EP:374 | [Timely Classic #50] Understanding EHD

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are hearing EHD is really bad this year. Hopefully it’s not in your neck of the woods. Our friend Tommy Allen has experienced losing some fantast...

EP:373 | The Chestnut Story

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 On this episode we learn about the amazing story of the Chestnut Blight that wiped American Chestnuts off the landscape in the early to mid-1900s. T...

EP:372 | Andy and Nicky Mill Talking Hunting and Fishing

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by famed skier, author and tarpon fisherman Andy Mill and his son Nicky. They host the Mill House Podcast and talk to us...

EP:371 | The Story of a 178 3/8" Whitetail Bow Kill

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn’t love a good deer story? We’re joined by Jeff Foxworthy, Glenn Garner and Cody Tedford as they tell the story of Cody’s recent bow ki...

EP:370 | Managing Wildlife with Science

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Dr. Bronson Strickland and Mitt Wardlaw of Wildlife Investments. We discuss whitetails, food plots and techniques learned ...

EP:369 | A Vegetarian Tries Venison

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Dr. Natasha Neary. She is a mathematical biologist and was a post-doctoral researcher who analyzed the data for many of the...

EP:368 | Bow Season Roundtable with Dave Owens

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Dave Owens of the Pinhoti Project to help get us all count down the days to bow season. Dave recently killed a great buck ...

EP:367 | Giant Catfish on Rods and Reels

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by two serious cat fishermen who target giant catfish with rod and reels. Nick Dimino and Capt. David Magness  spent a lot o...

EP:366 | Talking Hog Dogs with a Legend

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by voracious wild hog hunters Daniel and Mr. Clifford Dawson of South Alabama.  This father and son team involve their whole...

EP:365 | Drone Spray Rigs and Regen Food Plots

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by two impressive Gamekeepers, Moriah Boggess and Luke Resop, who are relatively new to the land management world but are alre...

EP:364 | Levi Morgan on Bow Hunting

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by world class archer and bow hunter Levi Morgan. Whether it’s managing the pressure of a world championship tournament or ...

EP:363 | Creating Wildlife Openings

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss options in creating beneficial wildlife openings. We’re joined by Ed Hammersmith of Vail Products and Gregg Briggs, a ta...

EP: 362 | Gamekeeping and Golfing with Brian Harman

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Brian Harman, a world class golfer and gamekeeper who told the world on one of golf’s biggest stages, “I’m a hunter....

EP: 361 | [Timely Classic #49] Armyworm Alert!

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This special episode we revisit one of our favorite episodes! Armyworms are always a late summer potential food plot problem but this year they are be...

EP:360 | Walleye and Muskies

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Minnesota DNR hatchery manager Genevieve Furtner, who is also known as the Queen of Walleye. This lady raises both Walleye...

EP:359 | Lake and Pond Management with Les Ager

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Les Ager joins us in studio to talk about ponds and fishing. Les has spent a lifetime in fisheries management with the state of Georgia and...

EP: 358 | Peter Frank, Canoeing the Great Loop

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Peter Frank, the young man who’s spent over 400 days canoeing “The Great Loop” and still has quite a ways to go. Pet...

EP: 357 | The Coon Dog Cemetery

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Lee and Frankie Hatton from North Alabama. These guys are long time coon hunters and caretakers of the world renown “Coon...

EP:356 | The Bowhunting Preacher: Chip Henderson

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by special guest Chip Henderson of Pine Lake Church to discuss his love of bowhunting whitetails and his journey to the pulpi...

EP:355 | Bowfishing For Invasives!

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Ricky Flynt and Brad Baugh and they tell us about some amazing bowfishing adventures. Brad is a SERIOUS bow fisherman and ...

EP:354 (Timely Classic EP:219) Barry Smith Talks Ponds and Fish Management

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 This is a re-air of a Gamekeeper Classic. Our late friend Barry Smith offers so much to a listener, from fishing advice to hunting stories. Enjoy. ...

EP:353 | Bill Dance Talks and We Listen

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we’re joined by the legend himself, Bill Dance. The man needs no introduction and his name and image is synonymous with bass fishing...

EP:352 | Chiggers and Ticks Explained

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we're joined by Dr. Jerome Goddard, Extension Professor of Medical Entomology at Mississippi State University. He is a true chara...

EP:351 | Talking Deer with an Old School Biologist

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this show we’re joined by Chris Cook who was a 30 year employee with the State of Alabama focused on managing white-tailed deer. Chris specialize...

EP:350 | The State of the Florida Bear Hunt

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined by George Warthen and Morgan Richardson of the Florida Wildlife Commission. They discuss how the scientific management of bl...

EP:349 | Talking Crappie with Hayden Jeffries

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we discuss crappie with expert fisherman Hayden Jeffries of Brandon, Mississippi. Hayden has won more tournaments than we can list and...

EP:348 | Catch a Dream and the Bottomland Bible

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this special episode we’re joined by Dr. Marty Brunson and his son Spencer to talk about many subjects near and dear to our hearts. The story of ...

EP:347 | Big Bream Update

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Sarah Parvin and we get to meet her dad, Dr. Dennis Olive, to get an update on the progress of the Slab Lab. We learn...

EP:346 | Understanding Weather

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we’re joined by wizard weatherman Eric Snodgrass who studies weather around the world to help farmers make the most informed weather...

EP:345 | Public Land Sale Explained by Joel Pederson

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 On this special episode the CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Joel Pedersen, gives us an education on the proposed public land...

EP:344 | Kyle Lybarger on Native Plants

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we have Kyle Lybarger of the Native Habitat Project to talk about his crusade to save and enhance all things native. Kyle and his comp...

EP:343 | Joe Gonyo and the Russell Moccasin Story

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we’re joined by Joe Gonyo, who is best known for his role in driving the Russell Moccasin Company for many years. We met Joe thirty ...

EP:342 | The Story of Stocking Whitetails

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Mr. Fred Pringle who tells us about the process of re-stocking whitetails in and around Alabama. It’s walk back in ...

EP:341 | Bonus: Goulds and Ocellated Turkeys

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down with Manuel Enriquez of the El Halcon Lodge in Old Mexico to talk about Goulds and Ocellated turkeys. Manuel and his family have...

EP:340 | The Latest Turkey Talk with Dr. Chamberlain

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Dr. Mike Chamberlain (@wildturkeydoc) to talk turkey and learn insights into the latest research. We always enjoy talking ...

EP:339 | Bonus: Do You Really Know Your Bucks Age?

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Arthur Stephens and Carolyn Nistler of Matson Lab in Montana. Many of us have tried to age deer the old-fashioned way using...

EP:338 | Foxworthy VS Copperhead

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by our favorite Gamekeeper, Jeff Foxworthy. This one is pure fun as we hear the engaging story of Jeff getting bitten by a co...

EP:337 | Bonus: Tennessee Elk

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re  joined by Garrett Clevinger of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to tell us about their successful elk restoration project. ...

EP:336 | Understanding a Deer’s Anatomy

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we get down in the weeds with Brian Johnson, a.k.a. @anatomyhunter, to better understand why we sometimes lose whitetails after what seems ...

EP:335 | Bonus: 500 Pound Shark

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined by Capt. David Stiller and Capt. Lew Childre, who share the incredible story of the giant bull shark they recently caught in...

EP:334 | The Wolf Trapper, Paul Antczak

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined in studio by Montana wolf trapper Paul Antczak and Bill Duke of Duke Traps. You may recognize Paul from recent seasons of th...

EP:333 | Bobcat Attacks and Much More

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined by Claude Strother of Wilcox County, Alabama—a seasoned turkey hunter who was recently attacked by a bobcat during a hunt....

EP:332 | Watching Poults Grow

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by our good friend, Dr. Marcus Lashley, a.k.a. @drdisturbance, from the University of Florida to discuss the beginnings and f...

EP:331 | The Secrets to Spraying Success

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined in studio by spraying experts Twinky Estes and Bryson Whitmon of Nutrien Ag Solutions. We thoroughly discuss the benefits and...

EP:330 | Tagging and Monitoring Poults

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Dr. Colter Chitwood of Oklahoma State University and his grad assistant Cyrena Bedoian to learn about their poult research...

EP:329 | Do You Believe in Miracles?

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we celebrate Mr. Fox Haas killing yet another turkey! We are joined by Neill, Daniel, Vandy and Toxey to tell the incredible details of this...

EP:328 | Turkey Talk with Spring Legion

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined in the studio by Hunter and Chase Farrior, the Spring Legion guys. It’s a conversation about turkeys, turkey hunting, and ...

EP:327 | Bonus: The Snow Goose Dilemma

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we are joined by a team of snow goose experts to help explain the changes occurring in the mid-continental snow goose population. Not too l...

EP:326 | Understanding Hunting Pressure on Turkeys

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Dr. Brad Cohen of Tennessee Tech and the Cohen Lab. We discuss hunting pressure, gobbling activity and what they have lear...

EP:325 | Bonus: Rabbits and Beagles!!

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined by KJ Britt—NFL football player and lifelong, obsessed rabbit hunter. It’s a refreshing change of pace as we hear how KJ...

EP:324 | Managing White-tailed Deer

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by MDWFP Deer Biologist Pierce Young to discuss the Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) that has over twenty states par...

EP:323 | Bonus: Are Soybeans the Holy Grail of Food Plots?

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by highly touted agronomist Tim Sickman to explain soybeans and the allure our beloved white-tailed deer have for them. We as...

EP:322 | Redbeard and Son

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined in studio by Dean “Redbeard” Mundhenke and his son Will.  Hailing from Georgia and made known to the turkey world throug...

EP:321 | Bonus: Talking Osceola’s with Mike Tussey

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Osceola Outdoors owner Mike Tussey. The Osceola wild turkey has a powerful magnetic draw for many turkey hunters. Whe...

EP:320 | Mastering Mouth Calls with Josh Grossenbacher & Hunter Wallis

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined in-studio by world-class callers Josh Grossenbacher and Hunter Wallis. These guys are at the top of their game and understand ...

EP:319 | Bonus: Mark Prudhomme Talks Turkeys

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by one of the most interesting and talented turkey hunter/callers we’ve ever encountered. South Carolina’s Mark Prudhomme...

EP:318 | Mike Pentecost Of WoodHaven Custom Calls

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Mike Pentecost and his son Isaac to talk spring turkeys. Through WoodHaven Custom Calls Mike (and his team) has contributed...

EP:317 | Bonus: Bob Dixon Remembered

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this very special episode, we honor the memory of the late Bob Dixon. His name gets mentioned so often and the stories of Bob are legendary. He was...

EP:316 | Flip Pallot on Turkeys

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by the legendary Flip Pallot, one of our favorite guests. Flips noted for his long bow and fly fishing prowess but he also lov...

EP:315 | Bonus:Strikers and How They Affect the Sound of Your Call

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode we dive DEEP into understanding strikers,  different woods along with their hardness and how they can affect the sounds of a po...

EP:314 | Dr. Chamberlain Explains Egg Shell Wild Turkey Genetics

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Dr. Mike Chamberlain and discuss his latest research and projects around our beloved wild turkey. We try to stay abreast of...

EP:313 | Bonus: Building a Better Box Call with Marlin Watkins

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down in person with Mr. Marlin Watkins and discuss box calls. The man is an incredible wealth of knowledge on the intricacies of wood...

EP:312 | Bill Zearing and The Cody Calls Story

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by the call-making legend Bill Zearing of Cody Calls. Bill has a long history of turkey hunting and designing calls that fool ...

EP:311 | Bonus: Trumpet Turkey Calls with William Lester

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have William Lester from the Mississippi Delta here to explain his Trumpet turkey calls, and how to play this unique call that’s just a...

EP:310 | Hunting Predators: Calls, Setups & Strategy

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we learn more about hunting predators with calling expert Jon Collins of FOXPRO. As Gamekeepers we're interested in controlling many of...

EP:309 | Bonus: A Tribute to Trees

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Gamekeeper Crew airs from the back porch (a.k.a. “The Porch of No Worries”) of the Haas Family cabin in Alabama. It was a welcomed s...

EP:308 | Alabama Wild Turkey Restoration

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week is a very special episode. We have Mr. Fred Pringle, an 85-year-old southern gentleman who was a 49-year employee of the Alabama Department ...

EP:307 | Bonus: Stories from Down Under

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus podcast we interrupt the turkey season preparations to talk to a professional hunter from Australia. Karl Goodhand of Goodhand OutBack E...

EP:306 | Matt Morrett on Turkeys

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by calling legend Matt Morrett to talk turkeys. Matt was the first person to win the Grand National Calling Contest while inc...

EP:305 | Bonus: Scratch Box Calls

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are talking old-school calls with custom call maker Rick Ferlita. Rick owns Cypress Creek Turkey Calls and specializes in one called a sc...

EP:304 | Spring Longbeards with Dave Owens of The Pinhoti Project

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by one of our favorite guests, Dave Owens of the Pinhoti Project.  Dave is a renowned traveling turkey hunter who obsesses ov...