The Eastern Outdoors Podcast

On today's episode, John, Mike, and JA get together to talk about what's going on in the hunting world, including the crazy story of the husky that was mistaken for a wolf pup, killed, and skinned out. It's terrible. We talk deer hunting, fixed blade broadheads, and a lot more.Connect with Eastern Outdoors on social media - WebsiteFacebook PageYouTube Channel

Today John, Josh, and Mike get together to talk about deer season, and they are joined by their buddy Trapper Tom, who tells about his near death experience with a barge on the Cumberland River, and gives us some trapping lessons along the way.Topics include - *Opening deer season in Kentucky*Velvet deer season in Tennessee*Catching a 40-pound catfish on the Cumberland River*Trapper Tom's near death experience with a barge*Trapping and eating beavers*Mike admits Kentucky is a football school*Buck behavior when they lose their velvet*Trapping raccoons and saving turkeys*The joy of trapping and killing deerFollow Eastern Outdoors on social media - WebsiteFacebook PageYouTube Channel

Tethrd leads the way in the saddle hunting industry, and we have co-founder Ernie Power on to discuss some of the things going on with Tethrd this season. We talk about the new carbon platform and new backpack that are being released soon, along with the newly formed Tagged Out Tour. Ernie is an avid bowhunter and a pioneer in the saddle hunting game. His company has skyrocketed to the top of the hunting world, joining up with the likes of MeatEater and The Hunting Public, as the number one saddle in the industry. Topics include - *Ernie's role with Tethrd*The Tagged Out Tour*The new carbon platform*The new Tethrd backpack*The recall with the one sticks*How Tethrd keeps other companies from copying them*Ernie's plans this fallAnd much more! Follow Eastern Outdoors on social media - WebsiteFacebook PageYouTube Channel

Today John and JA are joined by Nathan Sellers from Average Jack Archery. Nathan runs a bow shop in Pennsylvania and has incredible content on his YouTube Channel, Average Jack Archery, about all things bows, public land, and saddle hunting. We dive into all those topics on this episode.Topics include - * FOC and arrow weight* Speed vs. weight of arrows* Accessories to make a better bow* The Bear Adapt from The Hunting Public* Saddle Hunting* Public land hunting* Pennsylvania huntingFollow Eastern Outdoors on social media - WebsiteFacebook PageYouTube Channel

The NWTF Convention of 2022 is in the books and it was a great show. John Stepp sits down with the crew at Eastern Outdoors Media and recaps the show. They talk about their favorite calls, their favorite people, and what they did not like about the weekend. Other topics include - -Josh's windows being busted out at the hotel-Calling turkeys with Eddie Salter-Meeting followers of Eastern Outdoors Media-Box calls from Mississippi-Grab and go hunting blind-George Lake Outfitting-CZ-USA and Savage Arms -Too many duck calls-Not enough room Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram, and check out our website. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. 

This week John Stepp sits down with Jason Kinner, a tournament angler from Kentucky. Kinner has conducted extensive research on bringing F1 Largemouth Bass to Kentucky, and the implications that will have for others southern states that want to grow their bass populations. Other topics included:-Growth rate of F1 Largemouth Bass-Can they work in Kentucky? -The effect of weather on bass-Is global warming real? -Finding that one big bite on the lakeAnd more!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram, and check out our website. Subscribe to your YouTube channel. 

This week John Stepp and the Eastern Outdoors Media crew get together to look back on the 2021 deer season and the year overall, and then look ahead to 2022. They talk about elk hunting in Virginia, the best hunting opportunities between deer season and turkey season, and if every state call their spotted bass by their state name. Other topics included: -John teachers Josh how to spell-Mike talks about wanting to hunt mule deer-John Allen wants to hunt for elk out west-Bear hunting in Eastern Kentucky-Asking people for information about their hunting and fishing spots-Using social media to share hunting photosAnd more! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram, and check out our website. Subscribe to your YouTube channel. 

John Stepp is joined by Greg Godfrey of Tethrd Nation to talk saddle hunting and how Tethrd became the one-stop-shop for all things saddle. We talk about the history of saddle hunting, how Greg got started in the business, and the rise of Tethrd. They are also joined by Godfrey's longtime friend, contributor to Eastern Outdoors Media, and saddle hunter enthusiast, John Allen.  Other topics include: Godfrey's mentorship from John EberhartThe basics of saddle hunting and how Tethrd provides it all. The old saddle hunting forumsSaddle hunting compared to climbing and lock-on tree standsThe mobility and comfortability of hunting with saddlesHow the Army played a role in Godfrey starting TethrdAnd more...Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram and check out our websiteSubscribe on YouTube

Today we are joined by Outdoors writer Patrick Durkin. Durkin brings 40 years of experience to the outdoors field, and is currently a contributor to the popular outdoors outlet MeatEater, and has a weekly column that you can find at patrickdurkinoutdoors.com. Durkin and I talk about some of his experiences as an outdoors writer, the dying tradition of deer camp, and his hit piece, “Why deer make people stupid.” It's a great talk and I hope you enjoy it! Check out Durkin's pieces on TheMeater.com here:https://www.themeateater.com/authors/patrick-durkinSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorsmediawww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorsmediaTikTok: kentuckyoutdoors

In this episode of the Kentucky Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with Chris Carlberg from Everest.com. Everest is an up-and-coming e-commerce store that focuses on products for the everyday outdoorsman. Everest is working hard to become the "Amazon of the outdoors industry," and they are well on their way. Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorsmediawww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorsmedia

Kip Adams, Chief Conservation Officer for National Deer Association, joins me to talk about whitetail deer hunting in the United States. We talk about land management practices, why deer hunting gets people fired up, and some of the trends we are seeing today. It's a great conversation that you don't want to miss! Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorsmediawww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorsmedia

On this episode of the Kentucky Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Turkey Coordinator, Zak Danks, and talk about the latest season, the current status of Kentucky's turkey population, and some habitat practices that sportsmen can practice to help the health of the turkeys in Kentucky. Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorsmediawww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorsmedia

This weekend on the Kentucky Outdoors Podcast, I sat down with Billy Barnett from Turkey Hunting USA, and discussed his quest to kill a turkey in all 49 states that has them. Billy took us through his experiences growing up hunting in Kentucky, how the idea originated, and some his favorite memories.Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSListen live at: https://www.wlxg.com/episode/kentucky-outdoors-3-13-2021/Check us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorsmediawww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorsmedia

John, Mike, and Josh kick off the first half of the show with what they've been doing in the outdoors since the end of deer season. In the second half of the show, Kayak bass angler Jay Wallen joins John as they talk about some winter bass fishing and the advantages of a kayak over a bass boat. Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSListen live at: https://www.wlxg.com/episode/kentucky-outdoors-2-6-2021/Check us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorsmediawww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorsmedia

We are joined by two great guests on today's episode. We talk a little winter bass fishing with BASS Elite Pro Mark Menendez and then switch over to some tips and tricks of coyote hunting with Tooth and Claw TV Host Jon Collins Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSListen live at: https://www.wlxg.com/episode/kentucky-outdoors-2-6-2021/Check us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorstvwww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorstv

On today's episode we have author Robert Morgan, who wrote the biography of Daniel Boone. Morgan is a Boone expert and talks to us about Boone's time in Kentucky, the incredible hunter he was, and takes us through the majestic Kentucky scenery as Boone saw it over 200 years ago. This is a conversation that hunters and history buffs will want to hear!Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorstvwww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorstv

On today's episode we're featuring a conversation we had with Travis TBone Turner from Bone Collector Outdoors. TBone joined us on our weekly Facebook live show, and proved why he's one of the best archery hunters in the world. TBone talked about some of his favorite hunts and gave some of his best archery hunting advice. This is one of our best episodes and you're going to love it! Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorstvwww.youtube.com/c/kentuckyoutdoorsmediaInstagram: @kyoutdoorstv

On today's episode, we have Aaron Warbritton. Aaron is one of the members of The Hunting Public, a group of buddies who have gained a huge following on social media by filming their hunts, including a few right here in Kentucky. Aaron and I talk about his trips to the Bluegrass and get into the best practices when it comes to hunting public land. This is a great episode. You don't want to miss it! www.thehuntingpublic.comSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zt0UdSCheck us out at: www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorstvInstagram: @kyoutdoorstv

On today's episode, we have Chris Briles, owner of Happy Herd Nutrition. We discuss the products that Happy Herd produces, specifically their Coat All spray that has attracted some big bucks, including the North Carolina archery record buck that measured over 197 inches. Take a listen and find out how you can get your hands on some Happy Herd Nutrition Coat All Spray. You can use our affiliate link to purchase Happy Herd Products here: Happy Herd Coat All SpraySubscribe on Apple: apple.co/3hmtvI6Subscribe on Spotify: spoti.fi/2Zt0UdS

On today's episode, we have Matthew Mattingly and Jason Kinner. Both of these guys are experienced bass tournament anglers and they talk about their experiences and what it takes to be successful. We also discuss different bass fishing strategies, the best lakes in Kentucky, and we have a lot of laughs. I hope you enjoy it! Check out Jason Kinner on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jasonkinner1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jason.kinnerInstagram: @jkinner_fishingTwitter: @jasonkinner1Check out Matthew Mattingly on social media: YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCWYBPoludaHVm8fXjaWXSEQFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MatthewMattinglyFishingInstagram: @matthewmattinglyfishingMusic provided by Hancock and Shouse. Find them at www.hancockandshouse.com

In this episode, we are joined by guest John Hast, the black bear coordinator for the Kentucky Dept of Fish and Wildlife. John is an expert when it comes to black bears, and he drops a ton of information about our current population and future hunting opportunities.Check out Kentucky Outdoors at:www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorstvInstagram: @kyoutdoorstvMusic provided by Hancock and Shouse at www.hancockandshouse.com

In this episode, I am joined by Isaac Kent from Midwest Madness. Isaac and his brothers run Midwest Madness as a social media page that follows their journeys as sportsmen. We talk about their success as young hunters and fishermen, how they built their brand, and how they have come to acquire some private land for hunting. You can find Midwest Madness here: Instagram: @midwest.madnessFacebook: www.facebook.com/midwestmadnesstvTwitter: @madnessmidwestCheck out Kentucky Outdoors at:www.kyoutdoorstv.comwww.facebook.com/kyoutdoorstvInstagram: @kyoutdoorstvMusic provided by Hancock and Shouse at www.hancockandshouse.com

In our first podcast episode, we are joined by the Commissioner of the Kentucky Dept. of Fish and Wildlife, Mr. Rich Storm. Rich and I talk about the work he and the department have accomplished since he took over. We also discuss the current legal battle he is in with the Beshear administration. Music provided by Hancock and Shouse. Visit: www.hancockandshouse.com