
Minnesota Rackstars Podcast
If you are into whitetail deer hunting and want to continue to improve as a hunter, this is the podcast for you! Our focus is on providing our listeners with real life experiences to help educate and improve your success in the woods!!
Episodes
44 episodes
Traveling Hunter: Tips for a Successful Out-of State Hunting Trip | Brandon Sundberg & Josh Vickers
Heading out on an out-of-state hunt? Don’t hit the road without tuning in to this episode! I sit down with seasoned traveling hunters Brandon Sundberg and Josh Vickers to share their hard-earned insights on making your next huntin...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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1:00:20

10 Things To Do This Deer Hunting Season!! | Joe Kahl
Get ready for deer season with my ultimate checklist! In this episode, I break down 10 essential things every hunter should do or think about to prepare, stay safe, and increase their chances of success in the woods. There are tips for b...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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44:48

Behind the Scenes of a Thriving Sportsman’s Club | Jerome Kahl
Discover the strategies and tactics used to help the Rice Area Sportsmen's Club become one of the best outdoor clubs in the state!! In this episode, we take you behind the scenes with past president Jerome Kahl, to discuss their passionate memb...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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57:03

A Buck Named Angel | Greg Guck
In this episode, I sit down with my uncle Greg to discuss a whitetail hunt that is TOTALLY UNIMAGINABLE!! Come along to hear the story of Angel! I know YOU WILL ENJOY IT!!Thanks for listening!!!Please feel free to LI...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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49:21

Thermal Coyote Hunting: Coyotes Can't Hide at Night!
This week I am joined by Nate Kozulla and Jason Lashinski! Join us as we discuss thermal night vision scopes and coyote hunting!! They will walk you through their gear setup, thermal optics, and hunting strategies for targeting pred...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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58:12

Soybeans, Scrapes, and Strategies for MATURE BUCKS!!
This week we sit down with Tom and Travis to discuss proven BIG BUCK tactics along with what their setups look like this year to stack the odds in their favor! Tom also gives his insight on how he hunts "up north" and updates us on the EL...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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1:00:47

The Shotgun "Tradition" Is OVER and Strategies to End The Dry Spell | Mike Mathiason
In this episode, we sit down with a cup of coffee to discuss why shotgun zones were created and what is going to happen now that the state is going to eliminate the tradition of "Shotgun Zones." Also, we discuss some of our strategies tha...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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53:19

Don’t Tell My Dad I Started His Boat on FIRE!!
It’s 4th of July weekend and Nick (The Fish Guyd) is here to give you a fishing report!! Along with that, I had a DANGEROUS situation happen while working on my dad’s boat in my garage!!! Thanks for listening!!Plea...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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51:13

LiveScope Uncovered: The Pros, The Cons, and Is It Worth It?
If you have never tried LiveScope before, listen to this podcast to hear my opinion!! During this episode, I share my first hand experience with LiveScope. I break down the pros and cons with using it. I was surprised at what ...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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51:49

Crossing the Line: My Experience with Trespassers and the Law | Pete Oldakowski
In this episode, Pete Oldakowski joins me to share a MAJOR ISSUE that he has been dealing with and that is TRESPASSERS! We dive into how each situation was handled personally and with LAW ENFORCEMENT! There are things that Pete has ...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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57:08

FREE CROSSBOW TAGS: Fixing Whitetail Deer Hunting | Joe Kahl
In this episode, I give the Minnesota hunting rules and regulations a MAJOR overhaul. From season dates and tag allocations to FREE CROSSBOW TAGS! I share what I would change if I were in charge of the DNR. Whether you're a seasoned...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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43:30

The Wisconsin Bear Attack!: A Father's Brush with Death and a Son's Heroic Act of Courage!!
One UNBELIEVABLE STORY! This week I am joined by Ryan Beierman who retells the story of the night he was attacked by a BEAR only to be saved by his 12 year old son. This was by far the most dramatic podcast that I have ever recorded...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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51:47

Minnesota Bowhunters Push Back On Crossbows | How Crossbows Took Minnesota By Storm! | Nick Amunrud: Minnesota Bowhunters
This week we are discussing how CROSSBOWS were LEGALIZED in the state of Minnesota and WHO was responsible for the BIG PUSH... The president of "Minnesota Bowhunters" Nick Amunrud joins me to explain the motivation behind FULL INCLUSION of CROS...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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1:17:38

Venison Sausage: Tradition, Technique, and Taste | Do It Yourself!
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the timeless craft of making venison sausage. From honoring traditional methods to mastering modern techniques, we cover every step of the process — from grinding, seasoning, and casing. Whether you're ...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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36:38

FISHING with a DRONE...?? | Fishing Minnesota | The Fish Guyd - Nick Retka |
The fishing opener is right around the corner and I am looking for any piece of information that I can get to help me become a better fisherman! Nick Retka (The Fish Guyd) is here to help steer me in the right direction when it comes to w...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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48:28

CAMP RIPLEY Recap! | More CHANGES?? | What Are The RULES With TRAIL CAMERAS? | Jake Kitzmann
Changes were made to the "LARGEST organized HUNT in the WORLD." What went WELL and what went WRONG!! Jake Kitzmann goes over the DEER harvest numbers and discusses if there will be any NEW changes for the upcoming season!! I ...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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59:50

CROSSBOWS: The Reason For SHATTERING Previous TURKEY Harvest RECORD? | South Dakota ROAD TRIP!!
Hey Everyone! This week we are in the truck heading to South Dakota on a turkey hunt. As we share our EXCITEMENT for the HUNT, we also discuss many different topics including how CROSSBOWS have played a role in SHATTERING the previo...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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1:12:32

Building the Perfect DEER CAMP: A Hunter's Guide | Mitch Becker
This week I sit down with long time hunter and outdoorsmen Mitch Becker to discuss how their AMAZING deer camp started. Along with DEER CAMP stories, Mitch explains how a deer co-op started around them and how it has made a difference ov...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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56:10

The BEST Turkey Hunt EVER!! | What Should Your Decoy Spread Look Like For Each Season? | SERIOUSLY... IT'S A MUST LISTEN! |
You WILL NEVER EVER hear of another TURKEY HUNT like this again....EVER!! How Brian and his two boys (Mike and Justin) capped off their GRAND SLAM is ABSOLUTELY UNBELIEVABLE!! If you are an avid turkey hunter or have never turkey hu...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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1:13:23

ILLEGAL Shed Hunters!?! | How Far Apart Will Deer Drop Their Sheds? |
We are LIVE at the 2025 Annual Minnesota Rackstars Shed Hunt!! We are on the run looking for a bunch of sheds, but one in particular and that one is "Big Ben." Listen to how things took a turn for the worse when a few participants "...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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44:54

HOW TO Become a Taxidermist | Central Minnesota School of Taxidermy | Why Has it Gotten So EXPENSIVE and Mounting A Pig? |
This week, we are talking with John Hlebaen from Central Minnesota School of Taxidermy. John tells some awesome stories that revolve around his years in the taxidermy world and explains what the taxidermy school entails. So, if you are lo...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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40:06

DEER CAMP 2024 (LIVE)!! | Joe is NOT feeling good about his HUNTING DECISION!! | Why does MARGIE have HOLY WATER at Deer Camp? |
We are LIVE at DEER CAMP and the EXCITEMENT is at an all time high...for some...Joe has a decision to make...will he or won't he go hunting with a CROSSBOW?? Hear stories leading up to the opening weekend of firearms season, along with some goo...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:37:05

PART 2- South Dakota Hunting Trip | Joe Has a Run of BAD BAD BAD LUCK... But did we get "SKUNKED?!"|
We are on our way home from South Dakota and discussing this WILD and CRAZY Pre-Rut Weekend!! It was another trip with many twists and turns where we all faced some type of ADVERSITY in and out of the stand!! Listen as we recap anot...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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45:21

PART 1- Mid-October South Dakota Archery Trip | A Collared Buck Is On The Hit List! |
It's mid October, we are in the truck and headed back to South Dakota in search of some MONSTER BUCKS! Jerome, Dale, and Joe share some of the trail camera intel they have received over the summer and the strategies they will be using on ...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:11:37

Will CROSSBOW Hunters Have A SEPARATE SEASON? | Todd Froberg | Minnesota DNR Big Game Program Coordinator
This week Todd Froberg was kind enough to join me, from the Minnesota DNR, to discuss some of the new rules and regulations here in the state of Minnesota. Along with that, we cover some controversial topics like crossbows, deer numbers, APR, h...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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58:33
