Got Game University Podcast
Learn key tips and tactics for successfully hunting elk, turkey, ducks, whitetail deer and more on the Got Game University Podcast. We feature expert callers and hunters who share their priceless insights into hunting these amazing animals.
Episodes
91 episodes
Episode 90 Just the Tip Tuesday: What Would You Spend $100 On?
In this episode of Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike Edgehouse (Cutrite) and Ryan Smith (GameTech) ditch the overthinking and hit record to talk about the best $100 hunting investments—before, during, and after the kill. From trekking po...
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Episode 90
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14:14
Episode 89 Just the Tip Tuesday: What We Quit to Become Better Hunters
In this episode of Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike and Ryan flip the script on the usual “do more, grind harder” hunting advice. Instead of talking about what makes you a better hunter, they dive into what they’ve stopped doing—and h...
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Episode 89
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28:05
Episode 88 Just the Tip Tuesday: Hunting Intentions, Old Trucks, and the Long Game
Mike and Ryan are back with another Just the Tip Tuesday, breaking down what they actually mean by hunting intentions—not resolutions, not fantasies, but realistic plans built around life, work, and time in the mountains....
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31:34
Episode 87 New Year, New Intentions — Are You Living on Purpose or Just Reacting?
Welcome back to Just the Tip Tuesday — and welcome to 2026. After a much-needed break from social media, podcasting, and the noise of everyday life, Mike Edgehouse and Ryan Smith are back with fresh batteries, tighter shirts, and a ren...
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Episode 87
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25:43
Episode 86 Elk Tartar, Christmas Treats, and Gear You’ll Never Hunt Without Again
It’s a holiday-season edition of Just the Tip Tuesday, and Mike and Ryan squeeze in a morning recording to talk food, hunting gear, and a little life balance before Christmas chaos takes over.This episode starts in the kitchen, wh...
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Episode 86
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28:46
Episode 85 Just the Tip Tuesday: The Ho Ho Ho Christmas Gear Gift Guide
In this special Christmas edition of Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike and Ryan unwrap their ultimate hunter’s holiday gift guide—from budget-friendly gear to big-ticket upgrades that will change your season. The guys cover everything from th...
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Episode 85
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26:16
Episode 84 Rotten Deer, Garage Fridges & Hunter Responsibility
Welcome back to Just the Tip Tuesday, the weekly (mostly 😏) collaboration between GameTech and CutRite where Mike and Ryan talk about the stuff we’re not experts in… we just have enough experience to be dangerous.<...
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Episode 84
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39:37
Episode 83 Chasing Elk, Chasing Confidence: An 8-Day Grind
In this episode of the Game Tech University “Just the Tip Tuesday” podcast, Ryan Smith sits down with Game Tech co-founder Tayler Tibbitts to break down an elk hunt that had just about everything: big summer expectations, painful misses, dad du...
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Episode 83
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42:59
Episode 82 Packout Pain, Freezer Gain: Real-World Elk Yields
On this Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike and co-host Ryan Smith welcome Tayler Tibbets for a no-BS breakdown of what an elk really yields and why so many hunters think they got shorted. We dig into realistic hind/front quarter weights, ...
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Episode 82
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58:03
Episode 81 Hunt Smart, Hunt Safe: The Essential Backcountry First Aid Kit
Whether it’s a small cut or something more serious, being prepared in the wild matters. Ryan Smith goes solo this week to talk about first aid in the field — what to pack, what to skip, and how to be ready for the unexpected. Hear practical adv...
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Episode 81
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13:51
Episode 80 Don’t Forget the Tenderloins: Responsible Hunting & The CutRite App
On this week’s Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike and Ryan reunite to dig into one of the hottest topics in the hunting community — game waste and Fish & Game crackdowns. From Idaho’s latest enforcement push to the viral stories of hunters...
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Episode 80
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23:43
Episode 79 Rerun Special: The 3 Kill Kit Essentials You Can’t Hunt Without
We’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes! In this rerun, Ryan and Mike go all out as they each share their top 3 must-haves in their kill kits. These aren’t your typical items like knives or game bags — we’re talking about ...
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Episode 79
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11:34
Episode 78 Just the Tip Tuesday: Sharp Knives, Top Cuts, and Butchering Truths
In this rapid-fire Q&A session, Mike Edgehouse and Ryan Smith from GameTech and Cutrite Mobile tackle your most-asked butchering questions — no fluff, just sharp talk.From the #1 rule of butchering to Mike’s top 3 stea...
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Episode 78
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24:12
Episode 77: Elk Lessons, Missed Shots & Purposeful Patience
In this week’s episode of Game Tech and Cut Rite, Mike and Ryan reflect on another elk season—one filled with highs, lows, and lessons that will carry them into next year. From missed shots and bruised arms to the importance of remembe...
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Episode 77
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20:39
Episode 76 Elk Nut Rewind: Timeless Elk Hunting Lessons with Paul Medel
Welcome back to Just the Tip Tuesday, brought to you by Cut-Rite and Game Tech. We’re kicking off a special Elk Nut Rerun Series, revisiting our very first and most popular conversations with the legendary Paul Medel—better kn...
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Episode 76
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1:17:33
Episode 75 Elk Nut Rewind: Cow Bugles, Solo Tactics & Smarter Setups
Welcome back to Just the Tip Tuesday, a Cut-Rite x Got Game Tech collab. We’re rewinding to our Elk Nut series featuring Paul Medel—architect of the ElkNut app—and unpacking timeless elk language. In this first rerun, Ryan and Taylor revisit co...
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Episode 75
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46:19
Episode 74 Elk Nut Re-run — Learn the Language with Paul Medel
Welcome back to Just the Tip Tuesday, a Cut-Rite x Game Tech collab. We’re rewinding to our roots with the Elk Nut, Paul Medel. These fan-favorite episodes dive into elk calling fundamentals, reading behavior, and DIY strategies that win. Paul ...
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Episode 74
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43:43
Episode 73 ElkNet Ep. 2 Challenging Bugles, Open Country Strategies & Common Calling Mistakes
We’re bringing back a classic ElkNet conversation from the Got Game University Podcast archives. In this second episode of the series, Ryan and Taylor sit down with Paul “ElkNut” Medell for an in-depth discussion that’s just as valuable today a...
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Episode 73
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34:06
Episode 72 The ElkNut Rerun Series: Calling Every Bull with Paul Medel
We’re excited to bring back one of our most popular podcast series with the ElkNut, Paul Medel. As one of our earliest guests, Paul shared timeless elk hunting strategies, calling techniques, and insights that every DIY elk hunter can apply in ...
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Episode 72
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31:27
Episode 71 Elk Hunting: Patience, Purpose & a Game-Changing Update
On this Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike and Ryan blend hunting humor with a huge announcement: the brand-new CutRite app update. From improved video angles and real-time butchering tutorials to added taxidermy prep and meat care tips, the u...
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Episode 71
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31:53
Episode 70 The Last First: Griff’s Epic First Elk Hunt
In this heartfelt and high-energy episode of Just the Tip Tuesday on the Game Tech & Cut-Right Podcast, Mike and Ryan share the unforgettable story of 10-year-old Griff’s first elk hunt. From early morning stars and hand signals to...
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Episode 70
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55:52
Episode 69 Why We Hunt: The Therapy of the Wild
In this week’s episode of Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike Edgehouse and Ryan Smith dive deep into a simple but profound question: Why do we hunt? Beyond the gear, the packouts, and the early mornings, this episode explores the emotio...
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Episode 69
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27:31
Episode 68 Tips for Elk Hunting in Extreme Heat (And Why Black Pepper Might Save Your Meat)
In this scorcher of an episode of Just the Tip Tuesday, Mike and Ryan dive into elk hunting during extreme heat warnings just days before Mike and his kids head out early season. From pre-cooling your cooler and choosing the right mome...
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Episode 68
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20:00
Episode 67 Sniffin’ for Elk: Scouting the Idaho Way
In this no-fluff episode, Mike and Ryan dive nose-first into elk scouting, literally. Skip the polished tactics and get real insights from a couple of Idaho rednecks who scout with their senses, not their gear. From turning family hikes into re...
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Episode 67
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21:25
Episode 66 Elk Myths & Caliber Controversies: What We Actually Believe
We’re setting the record straight on two of the most common hunting myths we hear: “Elk don’t bugle anymore” and “The 6.5 Creedmoor can’t kill elk.” Spoiler alert — both are dead wrong. Ryan breaks down why elk are still vocal...
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Episode 66
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20:34