The East Meets West Hunt Podcast is your resource for all things adventure hunting. This podcast is for the hunter that loves planning and preparing for the hunt, just as much as the hunt. Whether it's deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks, chasing elk in the Rocky Mountains, and anything in between, we will talk to successful hunters from all over to provide the EMW community with useful knowledge and motivation to continue to live their life through a series of adventures.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 2:08:02
Beau Martonik sits down with Dr. Steve Ditchkoff at Auburn University, where he has run the deer lab for about 25 years and has been studying deer for roughly 35. He did not grow…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:16:04
Beau Martonik sits down with Lucas Benoit, a bear houndsman and guide out of central New Hampshire, with Johnny Stewart in the co-host chair. Recorded live at Huntstock. Lucas…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:05:45
Beau Martonik sits back down with Lee Ellis of Seek One for the second half of their conversation, which is one long story. Lee saw a buck with heavy brow tines one time in the…
Sep 8, 2026 · 2:05:00
Beau Martonik sits down with Jameson Curtis and Kelly McGraw of Wild at Heart Outdoors, the two guys behind Pursuing the Allegheny. It’s their first time on the show in eight…
Sep 1, 2026 · 1:06:09
Beau Martonik sits back down with Dr. Karl Miller for the second half of their conversation, and this half is entirely about what a deer sees. Karl was part of the original work…
Aug 25, 2026 · 1:40:50
Beau Martonik sits down with Dr. Karl Miller of the University of Georgia, where he spent 40 years leading deer research and mentoring close to 100 graduate students. Karl grew…
Aug 18, 2026 · 2:00:53
Beau Martonik sits down with Lee Ellis of Seek One, who has been at this since 2015 and says roughly 90 percent of the deer on his wall are deer he had more than a year of…
Aug 11, 2026 · 2:09:50
Beau Martonik sits down with Adam Foss, the youngest bowhunter to complete the North American sheep slam and a photographer and filmmaker. Adam grew up west of Calgary in an…
Aug 4, 2026 · 2:24:49
Beau Martonik sits down with Joel Burham of Whitetail Fit, who moved to Iowa, got his residency, turned down an invite to a phenomenal private farm, and hunted public ground and…
Jul 30, 2026 · 36:00
Every time a mature buck shows up on your trail camera, GPS collar research says he's probably been in that area six or seven times. That one stat changes how you think about…
Jul 28, 2026 · 1:54:59
Beau Martonik sits down with Gregg Farrell of Tactacam, who's spent almost 15 years in the outdoor industry, a decade of it at First Lite before landing at Tactacam. Gregg walks…
Jul 21, 2026 · 2:09:24
Beau Martonik sits down with his dad, Joe Martonik, for episode 500, a milestone, listener-requested conversation that’s been a long time coming. Joe’s been hunting Pennsylvania…
Jul 14, 2026 · 1:41:59
Beau Martonik sits down with Collin Heaps of MTN OPS to recap a bowhunt for axis deer in Hawaii. Collin has hunted this ground before; Beau hadn't, and figured his whitetail and…
Jul 7, 2026 · 52:29
Beau Martonik breaks down a peer-reviewed study from the UGA Deer Lab published in December 2025 that found whitetail rubs and scrapes emit measurable UV photoluminescence that…
Jun 30, 2026 · 2:12:17
Beau Martonik sits down with Pat Burns, a big woods hunter from the Northeast who has been hunting mountain laurel thickets for years, killing giant bucks in cover most hunters…
Jun 23, 2026 · 2:22:39
Beau Martonik sits down with Johnny Stewart -- a PA-based DIY public land hunter with 30+ years of big woods experience across Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Ohio,…
Jun 16, 2026 · 2:02:28
Beau Martonik sits down with Allie D'Andrea (Outdoors Allie) and Nick Berger for the first time in four years. A big chunk of this one is wild game cooking. Allie ran a…
Jun 9, 2026 · 1:32:39
Beau Martonik sits down with Ryan Leary, a PA hunter who has been grinding big woods public land for six years and put together back-to-back mature buck kills including a 7.5…
Jun 2, 2026 · 2:00:34
Beau Martonik sits down with Bill Vanderheyden of Iron Will Outfitters — 10 years of engineering broadheads and arrow systems built around what a setup actually needs to do when…
May 26, 2026 · 1:24:56
Beau Martonik sits down with Pennsylvania Game Commission elk biologist Jeremy Banfield to break down the biggest changes to Pennsylvania's elk hunting program in years. They…
May 19, 2026 · 1:11:50
Beau Martonik sits down with Josh Ilderton and Mason Holz of The Untamed, recorded from the truck on the last morning of a West Virginia turkey hunting trip. They recap the week…
May 12, 2026 · 1:35:52
Beau Martonik sits down with Jason Redd of Timber Ninja Outdoors, recorded off the tailgate on the last day of a turkey camp trip in West Virginia. They recap three days of…
May 5, 2026 · 1:52:03
Beau Martonik sits down with Dioni Amuchastegui, one of the most respected public land mule deer hunters in the country, to break down what it actually takes to consistently find…
Apr 28, 2026 · 1:18:40
Beau Martonik sits down with Brad Watts, a 15-year muzzleloading hunter and precision rifle competitor who works at CVA, recorded live at the NWTF show. They break down…
Apr 21, 2026 · 1:43:51
Beau Martonik sits down with Bobby Worthington — 21-time national and 8-time world archery champion, author of Final Quest, and one of the most respected whitetail hunters alive…
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:16:55
Beau Martonik sits down with Jon Lewis, Eli McArthur, and Justin Mueller from the Just Hunt Club crew after a full day of scouting together in the PA big woods. The conversation…
Apr 7, 2026 · 1:13:22
Brent Reaves of MeatEater joins Beau Martonik to talk turkey hunting, storytelling, and why the best parts of hunting have nothing to do with pulling the trigger. From chasing…
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:25:39
Beau Martonik sits down with Jacob Lishen to talk about the mindset shift that helped him kill two of his best North Carolina bucks to date. They discuss hunting pressure,…
Mar 24, 2026 · 1:29:52
In this episode, Beau Martonik sits down with Jonathan “Catman” Boehme at the NWTF show in Nashville. They talk through Catman’s background, how he got into hunting, and what…
Mar 17, 2026 · 1:46:26
Beau Martonik talks with Adam Kristan about his experience battling Lyme disease and why hunters need to take tick-borne illnesses seriously. Adam shares how his symptoms…
Mar 10, 2026 · 1:17:38
Beau Martonik sits down with Andy May, Johnny Stewart, and Joe Miles to break down the mindset behind becoming a versatile and efficient DIY hunter. Andy shares how hunting…
Mar 3, 2026 · 1:40:09
Beau Martonik sits down with Jeff Bynum, founder of Financial Outfitters Group, to talk about becoming fiscally fit and building financial structure that creates more freedom to…
Feb 24, 2026 · 1:42:50
In this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau sits down with Mark Kenyon (Wired to Hunt / MeatEater) for an in-depth conversation about the current state of hunting,…
Feb 17, 2026 · 1:24:28
In this episode of the East Meets West Hunt Podcast, Beau Martonik and Josh Stewart continue their conversation in part two. Josh shares the full story of a hunt that started…
Feb 10, 2026 · 1:04:44
In this episode of the East Meets West Podcast, Beau Martonik talks with Josh Stewart. Where Josh shares the full story of his recent archery black bear harvest, including…
Feb 3, 2026 · 1:46:04
Beau Martonik talks with Todd Bumgardner of Pack Mule Training Co. about staying consistent with training when time is limited. They discuss realistic fitness for busy hunters,…
Jan 27, 2026 · 1:00:26
Beau Martonik teams up with Todd Bumgardner from Pack Mule Training Co. for a winter ruck as they discuss effective training methods for hunting. Todd has been a strength and…
Jan 21, 2026 · 32:08
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has proposed major changes to the 2026–27 hunting seasons — and this is the window where hunter feedback matters. In this bonus episode, Beau…
Jan 20, 2026 · 1:31:07
Beau Martonik, Zack Robb, and Johnny Stewart connect at the ATA show to talk about Zack’s successful season in the Virginia mountains. Zack had limited time to hunt this past…
Jan 14, 2026 · 32:02
Beau Martonik outlines the 2026 Mountain Buck Scouting Camp, a two-day event for hunting enthusiasts focused on improving big woods scouting skills. Registration opens January…
Jan 13, 2026 · 1:36:38
Beau Martonik reconnects with Johnny Stewart, a seasoned public land hunter who shares his insights on pursuing whitetail deer across multiple states. Reflecting on one of his…
Jan 6, 2026 · 1:01:31
Beau Martonik reflects on the past hunting year while setting measurable goals for 2026. He analyzes his successes and challenges, emphasizing the importance of staying focused…
Dec 30, 2025 · 1:10:29
Beau Martonik recaps his 2025 Ohio gun season, which led to shooting a great buck with his muzzleloader. Beau shares his history with Ohio hunting, a pivotal scouting experience…
Dec 23, 2025 · 1:41:28
Beau Martonik chats with Connor Schellong, a hunter from New Hampshire, about the intricacies of tracking, still-hunting, and pursuing whitetail deer in the northeastern U.S. He…
Dec 16, 2025 · 2:35:50
Beau Martonik speaks with Scott Bakken, hunting guide and co-founder of Dialed Archery. They explore Scott’s journey into the world of archery, the challenges of launching…
Dec 9, 2025 · 1:45:04
Beau Martonik sits down at deer camp with Jason Redd and Ryan Luckadoo from Timber Ninja Outdoors for a wide-open conversation about the chaos, lessons, and laughs from a week in…
Dec 2, 2025 · 1:26:10
Beau Martonik speaks with Trevor Farnes, co-founder of MTN OPS, at the Conquer Summit event back in July. This episode is aimed at discussing personal growth in all areas of life…
Nov 25, 2025 · 1:39:15
Beau Martonik talks with filmmaker Thomas Clements about their shared exhilarating week of whitetail hunting in Iowa. They reflect on the different landscapes, the importance of…
Nov 20, 2025 · 2:23:31
Beau Martonik, his brother Kurt, and dad Joe recount their unforgettable moose hunting experience in Quebec. Kurt discusses his passion for moose hunting and how he found an…
Nov 18, 2025 · 34:29
Beau Martonik is with Derek Testerman, recording from their glassing/calling spot on a small island while moose hunting in Canada. Derek is a photographer and head brewer at Big…
Nov 11, 2025 · 1:47:06
Beau Martonik hits the Appalachian Mountains with Nathan Killen and Jason Redd of Timber Ninja Outdoors to talk about scouting and hunting tactics during the second half of the…
Nov 4, 2025 · 1:18:35
Beau Martonik sits down with his cousin Mason, Uncle Mike, and his dad Joe Martonik to talk about rut hunting in the Big Woods. The crew dives into November strategies, from…
Oct 31, 2025 · 11:27
It’s the best time of year for whitetail hunters — the rut. But as exciting as it is, most of it’s a grind. In this episode, I’m breaking down six key things I focus on every…
Oct 28, 2025 · 1:13:02
Beau Martonik is joined by his cousin Mason, Uncle Mike, and his dad, Joe. Beau begins by telling the story of his first-sit mid-October Pennsylvania big woods buck. They then…
Oct 24, 2025 · 20:40
Beau Martonik breaks down his complete rut layering system for long, cold, all-day whitetail hunts. He shares how he builds warmth without bulk—starting with merino base layers,…
Oct 21, 2025 · 1:59:57
Beau Martonik reconnects with Bill Thompson, founder of Spartan Forge, to dive deep into the science and strategy of hunting over scrapes. Bill has spent years analyzing GPS…
Oct 14, 2025 · 3:00:58
Beau Martonik sits down with legendary bowhunter Alan Altizer to dive into five decades of lessons learned chasing mature whitetails. Allan shares time-tested woodsmanship…
Oct 7, 2025 · 1:28:13
Beau Martonik heads to Nebraska for an early-season deer camp with Thomas & Nate Krick (Identical Draw), Ben Dettamanti (Shed Crazy), Joel Burham (Whitetail Fit), and Josh…
Sep 30, 2025 · 1:31:26
Beau Martonik chats with Kenny Kane, president of Generations Forestry, about the relationship between forestry management and deer hunting. Kenny shares insights from the woods…
Sep 23, 2025 · 1:35:38
On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt Podcast, Beau Martonik sits down with Dale Evans from Barnes Bullets during the Total Archery Challenge in Montana. Dale shares his…
Sep 18, 2025 · 21:00
With each new hunting season comes fresh goals — but success requires more than ambition. In this episode, Beau Martonik explains how Alex Hormozi’s SCALE framework can help…
Sep 16, 2025 · 1:48:02
Beau Martonik sits down with Derrick Dixon, the creator of the Whitetail Research YouTube channel, to dive into how thermal drones are changing the way we understand deer…
Sep 9, 2025 · 1:31:29
Beau Martonik sits down with Thomas Krick from Identical Draw to talk about strategies for chasing whitetails during the September early season in agricultural areas. From…
Sep 4, 2025 · 16:26
Beau Martonik shares his complete early-season whitetail hunting kit, covering everything from Sitka Equinox Guard insect-repellent layers to active insulation, rain gear, boots,…
Sep 2, 2025 · 1:54:45
Beau Martonik sits down with Christian Schaaf and Trevor Stewart from Uncharted Supply Co. to dive deep into the world of backcountry elk hunting. Trevor breaks down strategies…
Aug 28, 2025 · 22:21
Understanding how wind and thermals work in the hill country can make or break your deer hunting success. In this video, Beau Martonik and the crew break down exactly how wind…
Aug 26, 2025 · 1:23:20
Beau Martonik speaks with Gunnar Emberg, the Hungry Huntsman, who combines his passion for hunting with gourmet cooking. Gunnar emphasizes the ethical aspects of hunting and…
Aug 19, 2025 · 1:41:55
Beau Martonik visits Hoyt's headquarters with Evan Williams and Jeremy Eldredge. Jeremy reflects on his 21-year journey at Hoyt, highlighting the strong culture and employee…
Aug 12, 2025 · 1:49:45
Beau Martonik chats with James Yates about hunting, gear optimization, and his Arrow Ballistic Study. They dive into everything that was included in the most comprehensive…
Aug 5, 2025 · 2:23:30
In this episode, Beau Martonik welcomes back Jason Redd, founder of Timber Ninja Outdoors. They discuss the history of Timber Ninja and the journey of creating carbon fiber…
Jul 31, 2025 · 11:15
Beau Martonik walks through his top 8 vegetation features to identify on a map and why it's essential to know them as a hunter. Deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks can be…
Jul 29, 2025 · 1:25:35
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with John Barklow from Sitka Gear. John spent 26 years in the Navy, with a significant portion of his service focused on cold-weather and…
Jul 24, 2025 · 13:20
Deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks can be some of the most difficult hunting there is for whitetails. In this video series, Beau Martonik breaks down how he scouts and…
Jul 22, 2025 · 1:16:15
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with Michael Perry, author of Deer Hunting Secrets to taking Mature Bucks on Public Lands, and Johnny Stewart, successful deer hunter in all…
Jul 15, 2025 · 2:42:32
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with Kevin Vistisen from Deer Hunter Podcast and Deer Hunter Synthetics. He elaborates on the science behind synthetic scents, highlighting…
Jul 8, 2025 · 1:05:00
Beau Martonik is joined by Tyler Vanderkolk. In this episode, they discuss Tyler’s journey with Archery Country, an archery shop in Austin, Texas, and his efforts to get rid of…
Jul 1, 2025 · 1:53:42
Beau Martonik is joined by Jace Allen, a strategic and surgical whitetail hunter who has had a ton of success in the early and late seasons. They focus on whitetail preparation,…
Jun 24, 2025 · 1:16:29
In this episode, Beau Martonik is joined by the entire Spartan Forge crew, including Bill Thompson, Johnny Stewart, Hunter Rud, Gunnar Emberg (The Hungry Huntsman), Pete Six,…
Jun 19, 2025 · 1:15:59
In this episode, Beau Martonik speaks with Georges St-Pierre, arguably the best pound-for-pound UFC and MMA fighter of all time, about his newfound passion for hunting. George…
Jun 12, 2025 · 11:07
Beau Martonik shares a few quick, but important updates with everyone! Mountain Man Joe Film Launch - 8pm EST on YouTube WIN The Ultimate Whitetail Gear Package Giveaway Brand…
Jun 10, 2025 · 1:38:07
In this episode, Beau Martonik reconnects with Brian Hale from Elk County Outfitters. They explore the intricacies of elk hunting regulations in Pennsylvania, the lottery system…
Jun 3, 2025 · 1:39:47
Beau Martonik is joined by Donnie Drake, of Elk 101, to talk about Donnie’s journey in elk hunting. They discuss the importance of personal struggles they’ve faced, wind, and the…
May 27, 2025 · 1:41:23
Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Smith, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. They talk about his hunting journey and the evolution of wildlife management in…
May 20, 2025 · 1:27:42
Beau Martonik is joined by Joe Miles, who has over 30+ years of bowhunting whitetails throughout North America. Joe transitioned from youth hunting experiences to professional…
May 16, 2025 · 16:10
Most hunters want to know, "When should I take off work to hunt the rut?" Well, paying attention to fawns right now and historical doe data can help you predict the best dates in…
May 13, 2025 · 1:14:21
Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton and Mack Mella of The Untamed, who talk about their recent hunting experiences in the rugged mountains of West Virginia. They share their…
May 6, 2025 · 1:40:05
Beau Martonik is joined by Mike Zusman on an incredible journey as he trades in his keyboard for a rifle, going from a tech hacker to an Adirondack buck hunter! They discuss…
Apr 29, 2025 · 1:07:39
Beau Martonik is joined by Rendell Erik. Rendell is an Iowa resident who has successfully put his tag on multiple booner bucks on public land in agricultural areas. On a recent…
Apr 22, 2025 · 1:48:34
Beau Martonik is joined by West Virginia native Luke Humphreys. Luke has sent in multiple Mountain Buck Monday submissions of big mountain bucks, including an absolute giant that…
Apr 15, 2025 · 2:43:16
Beau Martonik is joined by Lee Lakosky. Lee Lakosky is a well-known figure in hunting and whitetail deer management. He's best known from the popular TV show "Crush with Lee &…
Apr 8, 2025 · 1:45:12
Beau Martonik is joined by John Lewis and Cody McIntyre of Just Hunt Club to share their passion for turkey hunting, strategies for public land, humorous encounters, and insights…
Apr 1, 2025 · 1:27:01
Beau Martonik is joined by traditional bowhunter and Doctor of Physical Therapy Meredith Powroznik. Traditional bowhunting is a family tradition for Meredith, having learned from…
Mar 25, 2025 · 1:09:50
Beau Martonik is solo on this East Meets West Hunt podcast episode. He discusses some EMW updates, including the upcoming scouting camp, a new apparel launch, a new website, and…
Mar 18, 2025 · 1:38:54
Beau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry…
Mar 11, 2025 · 1:20:31
Beau Martonik is joined by Joe and Mason Martonik, two of the country's most consistently successful big woods whitetail hunters to discuss some of their biggest and most…
Mar 4, 2025 · 1:23:24
Beau Martonik is joined by Joe and Mason Martonik, two of the most consistently successful big woods whitetail hunters in the country to discuss their 2024 Pennsylvania hunting…
Feb 25, 2025 · 1:33:36
Beau Martonik is joined by wilderness hunting guide, and elk hunting guru, Cliff Gray. We discuss Cliff’s journey into outfitting, common failures with hunters coming from east…
Feb 18, 2025 · 1:39:10
Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart. Johnny is described as closer to a deer than human, and his knowledge of whitetails speaks for itself. They discuss Johnny’s late…
Feb 11, 2025 · 2:09:04
Beau Martonik is joined by Cole Mitchell, an avid WV hunter, about shed hunting and his journey balancing nursing school with his passion for the outdoors. We discuss the…
Feb 4, 2025 · 1:25:03
Beau Martonik is joined by Virginia native and mountain whitetail hunter, Zack Robb. Zack is consistently successful hunting whitetails and recently sent in a Mountain Buck…
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