Hunting RX ”The Average Joe” Podcast E20 - The 15-Yard Heartbreak, Weather Grit & The Great Turkey vs. Deer Debate 🎙️🦃

The 15-Yard Heartbreak, Weather Grit & The Great Turkey vs. Deer Debate 🎙️🦃

 

Ohio Turkey Season Week 2 is officially in the books, and if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that the woods don’t give away favors for free. In this episode of the Home Of The Average Joe Podcast, hosts Ryan Garrett and John Baldwin take you inside a rollercoaster week of hunting that defines why we keep heading back to the field.

 

The centerpiece of today’s show is a heart-pounding, 90-minute standoff with a gobbler that had the guys on the edge of their seats. Ryan and John recount every high-stakes second as this bird responded for over an hour and a half, eventually closing the distance to a mere 15 yards—only to stay just out of reach of a clean shot. It’s a masterclass in patience, calling strategies, and the eventual "heartbreak" that every turkey hunter knows all too well.

 

But the 15-yard standoff wasn't the only challenge the woods threw at them. The guys break down the grit required to hunt through a chaotic Ohio spring, navigating everything from heavy frost and biting winds to a bizarre, morning-disrupting encounter with a distressed rabbit.

 

Inside this episode, we also dive into:

• Tactical Shifts: How to adjust your calling and scouting when the weather turns, including the specific strategies Ryan and John use for hunting in the rain.
• The Great Debate: We’re finally tackling the eternal question—Turkey vs. Deer. Which pursuit offers the ultimate challenge, and which one truly owns the soul of a hunter?
• Community & Competition: Get the latest updates on our community contests and the stories from the field that are fueling the HRX crew this season.

Whether you're looking for technical calling tips or just want to hear a good story about the one that got away, this episode captures the camaraderie and persistence of the Hunting RX family.

 

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If you’ve had success in the woods, we want to celebrate it with you! Email your HERO (harvest) photo and the story behind your hunt to info@huntingrx.com. We love sharing your grit and your victories with the rest of the HRX crew on our social media pages.

 

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Hosts:

Ryan Garrett - Owner  

John Baldwin - Marketing Director