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The Outdoor Life Podcast

Outdoor Life
Compound Bows
Turkey Hunting
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Bass Fishing
Conservation
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Duck Hunting
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Hunting Ethics
Big Game Hunting
PSE Mach 30DS
Budget Bows
Technology In Hunting
Hunting Regulations
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Wildlife Management
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Lever Action Rifles

Outdoor Life has been publishing hunting, fishing, and conservation stories since 1898. Its flagship podcast brings deep-dive journalism to the issues that are most important to sportsmen and women. Hosted and produced by the editors with field reporting from our best contributors, the show airs weekly.

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Latest Episodes

As many Outdoor Life listeners and followers might have heard, our senior staff writer Tyler Freel was severely injured during a backcountry hunt in Idaho earlier this fall.

Tyler was thrown from a horse during the ride back to the trailhead. He kne... more

Spearfishing for walleyes and other game fish has slowly been gaining traction in the Great Lakes, and starting April 2026, the sport will enter a new phase there.

In November, after years of input from local spearfishermen, the Michigan Natural Res... more

There are lots of things to consider when it comes to cartridge selection for killing deer. But when it comes to recovering those deer, especially when hunting with a 6.5 Creedmoor, there’s still plenty of confusion. So what’s the deal? Is there an i... more

Our gear editor got a chance to hang stands and trail cameras with Levi Morgan this summer. Now he's back hunting with the championship archer in Illinois. Here's how Morgan thinks about everything from trail cameras to shot placement.

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Recent Guests

Jon Durtka
President of the Michigan Spearfishing Association and advocate for expanded spearfishing regulations
Michigan Spearfishing Association
Episode: Spearfishing for Walleyes Is Coming to the Great Lakes. And That's Not a Bad Thing
David Bayes
An Alaskan fisherman and charter captain based in Homer, and a biologist and advocate for Alaska's fisheries
Alaska Outdoor Council
Episode: How Trawling Is Robbing Alaska's Anglers
Tyler Freel
Staff writer, Alaskan and die-hard bear hunter
Outdoor Life
Episode: The Truth About Bear Guns
Paul Forward
A rural family physician and experienced solo hunter
Alaska's Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
Episode: Bowhunting Dall Sheep Solo — with a Longbow
Derrick Dixson
An expert in whitetail behavior and drone research
Whitetail Research
Episode: The Drone Project That's Revealing Surprising Buck Behavior
Shane Simpson
Public land hunter known for his digital scouting techniques and woodsmanship
Episode: Hard Truths About Scouting Public Land
Dave Seaton
Owner of Hungry Jack Outfitters
Hungry Jack Outfitters
Episode: Why the Boundary Waters Mine Is a "Bad Trade"
Lukas Leaf
Executive Director of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters
Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters
Episode: Why the Boundary Waters Mine Is a "Bad Trade"
Levi Morgan
one of the best professional archers of all time, accomplished bow hunter
Episode: One of the Greatest Archers of All Time Explains How to Be a Better Bowhunter

Hosts

Natalie Krebs
Executive Editor at Outdoor Life, contributing insights on hunting and conservation.
Alex Robinson
Editor-in-Chief at Outdoor Life, leading discussions on outdoor sports and conservation topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Great podcasts, and I’m not a hunter or fisherman.

    I’m older now but still enjoy the outdoors. The podcasts are almost always interesting and give real glimpses into human and animal nature, and how technology addresses it all. Very well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggreen29
    United States4 months ago
  • Other side Episode 109

    The other side of the debate. Now that the citizens of the western states want to limit out of state hunters. The states make the fees higher and the preference points system more difficult. Why would I care if they sell all the public land out west. I will never be able to hunt on it. If they sell all the public land pay down the debt my taxes will go down. I might be able to buy land in my own state to hunt on. If western states are raising fees to limit access it is no use to me to have publ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Midwest Bowhunter
    United States8 months ago
  • Turkey Episode with Van Cise = 5 Star Review

    I really enjoy this podcast. Lots of interesting discussion on various topics. I especially appreciate the turkey episode with Matt Van Cise - keep the Turkey episodes coming! Denny Gulvas should be next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GSwigart
    United States10 months ago
  • Partnering with Harris/Walz?

    It’s quite shocking one of if not the oldest Outdoor publication would partner with the campaign that hates everything a hunter cares about. Great job outdoor life. You screwed yourself.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bad Bama
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast

    You guys are doing a great job with this podcast. Just like the magazine, great, timely info, well reported!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JDE11111
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep, informative journalism that reflects their outdoor interests and values.
Critics mention occasional distractions in the presentation style, but overall feedback tends to favor the quality of content and discussions.
The storytelling is often described as engaging, with personal anecdotes and expert insights that resonate well with the audience.
Several reviews highlight the podcast's ability to address current issues in the hunting and conservation space eloquently and thoughtfully.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#49
United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#79
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#148
Australia/Sports/Wilderness
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#47
Finland/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#50
Austria/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#103
Mexico/Sports/Wilderness

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Spearfishing for Walleyes Is Coming to the Great Lakes. And That's Not a Bad Thing
Q: What are the new regulations regarding spearfishing in the Great Lakes?
Starting April 2026, spearfishing for walleye, northern pike, and lake trout will be permitted in specified Michigan waters of the Great Lakes.
Spearfishing for Walleyes Is Coming to the Great Lakes. And That's Not a Bad Thing
Q: What's the response been like and what's going on up there right now?
The response has been positive from the spearfishing community, considering it one of the largest expansions for game fish in North America.
This Is Why You're Getting Bad Blood Trails with the 6.5 Creedmoor
Q: Can you talk about the common criticism of the 6.5 Creedmoor that it's just not powerful enough to pass through big game animals?
While some believe the cartridge lacks power, it's actually more about the bullet used and the shot placement, which can yield successful outcomes regardless of the cartridge used.
This Is Why You're Getting Bad Blood Trails with the 6.5 Creedmoor
Q: What do you recommend or advise against when it comes to shot placement on white tails, similar size big game, Yieldy or whatever, with the 6.5 Creedmoor?
Shoot through the vitals, to ensure an ethical, swift death, similar to larger cartridges.
How Trawling Is Robbing Alaska's Anglers
Q: What changes are happening with Alaska's fisheries and trawling regulations?
The Alaska legislature is moving to limit trawling in state waters, which has seen increasing public support among Alaskans.

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Recent guests on The Outdoor Life Podcast include:

1. Jon Durtka
2. David Bayes
3. Tyler Freel
4. Paul Forward
5. Derrick Dixson
6. Shane Simpson
7. Dave Seaton
8. Lukas Leaf

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