Mission Whitetail

Welcome back to the Mission Whitetail Podcast! In this episode, Joe shifts the focus from the woods to the kitchen. He walks through five of his favorite whitetail recipes. An important part of hunting that we sometimes overshadow is getting in the kitchen and cooking what we hunt. These are simple, proven meals he actually cooks. He then wraps up the episode with a listener Q&A covering hunting, gear, and the season ahead. Che...

ONE HUNDRED EPISODES OF MISSION WHITETAIL! Thank you to everyone who continues to listen to the podcast, we couldn't have made it here without you guys! Enjoy this week's episode with Don Higgins!

In this week's episode, Joe and Don talk about Don's extensive history of whitetail hunting, including his FOURTH 200-inch buck, and delve into the importance of deer management, culling, and habitat improvement. Don shares insights on es...

In this episode, Joe breaks down his 2025 whitetail season. He talks the wins, the misses, and the hard lessons that shaped every decision in the stand. From early season setups to late season adjustments, Joe walks through what actually worked, what didn’t, and specific hunts along the way. More than a recap, this episode is a blueprint for what’s coming next. Joe shares how his 2025 season is directly shaping his 2026 game plan, ...

In this episode, Joe sits down with legendary whitetail woodsman Bobby Worthington for a full season breakdown and a deep dive into a lifetime of deer hunting experience.

With over 60 years in the woods, Bobby walks through how his season unfolded, the decisions that mattered, and the core principles that have shaped his woodsmanship philosophy. Learn the woodsmanship principles Bobby Worthington has used for over 60 years to consi...

In this week's episode, Joe sits down with Kris Seymour to dive into the story behind Joe’s Flyer Buck and what that hunt says about how unpredictable whitetails can be. They also dive into rut behavior and how your hunting strategy has to change from early season to peak rut to late season.

Later in the podcast, they get into some of the hot topics lighting up the hunting world right now — baiting, the rise of crossbows, and how m...

In this episode, Joe sits down with traditional archery expert Brian Koelzer to dive deep into the art of hunting with traditional bows. From mastering the recurve and longbow to the mental game of shooting, Brian shares his decades of experience chasing whitetails and big game across Montana. Patience, practice, and proper equipment setup can take your traditional archery to the next level. This episode is packed with insights on ...

In this week's episode, Joe lays out every piece of gear he uses through the entire whitetail season. From early-season scouting to the late-season grind, Joe breaks down his camo, his bows, broadheads, treestands, optics, and the small details that keep him deadly in the woods.

Whether you’re dialing in your setup or building one from the ground up, this is the full gear dump from a hunter who cuts no corners.

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In this week's episode, Joe sits down to answer some of the most popular questions sent in by our listeners. From strategies to stay on patternable bucks when they suddenly shift, to addressing the controversial use of drones in deer hunting, Joe gives his honest perspective on today’s hottest whitetail topics. He even answers who he thinks on the ASIO team would survive a horror movie...

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Join Joe and Adam Hays as they break down early season whitetail hunting tactics, including the best times to hunt, how to prepare for the opener, and strategy tips for success. Adam also shares details on his upcoming elk hunt. The two also dive into a conversation about EHD (Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease) and how it continues to devastate Midwest deer populations.

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Join Joe Miles as he sits down with legendary whitetail hunter Bobby Worthington to talk proven deer hunting strategies. Together they break down real hunting scenarios, how to hunt patternable bucks effectively, and ways to increase your odds of success in the whitetail woods. If you’re looking to improve your whitetail hunting skills and learn advanced rut hunting tactics, this is a must-watch.

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In this episode of the Mission Whitetail Podcast, Joe is joined by Kris Seymour, owner of SeymourBucks Outfitters and BeOutdoors Real Estate. They dive into purchasing land in Kansas for whitetail hunting, how to find and evaluate the right hunting property, and what the process looks like for non-residents trying to get tags in top-tier states like Kansas. Kris shares insights from his years as both an outfitter and real estate ag...

Joe sits down with AJ Kazmierczak (aka The Coffee Viking) to talk all things bowhunting, fitness, and the upcoming Whitetail Roadshow series. They dive into what hunters can expect on the road this year, why staying in shape matters for serious whitetail hunters, and how the right mindset can give you an edge in the woods.

PLUS — a surprise announcement: ASIO Gear is bringing you a documentary spotlighting the legendary Wensel brot...

Joe takes us deep into the heart of Africa for his most intense hunt yet — tracking and taking down a cattle-killing leopard in Zimbabwe. Joe walks through the full experience, from the setup and tracking process to the final moments of the hunt. He shares what it's like hunting one of Africa’s most elusive and dangerous animals, the role of predator management in Zimbabwe, and how this unforgettable trip unfolded.

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In this episode, Joe sits down to answer YOUR questions — from his personal bowhunting setup for this season, to the latest ASIO Gear updates, to food plot questions. Whether you're gearing up for early season or planning long-term success, there's a lot to learn in this week's episode!

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