How To Hunt Turkey - The Real Husbands of Turkey Season

Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network

Hobbies, Leisure, Technology, Sports, Wilderness

4.8 • 615 Ratings

🗓️ 6 February 2026

⏱️ 53 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

In this episode of the How to Hunt Turkey podcast, host Dan Johnson and guest Jimmy Smith delve into the world of turkey hunting, exploring its passion, techniques, and the community surrounding it. They discuss the significance of the first gobble, the journey into competition calling, and the strategies for hunting different turkey subspecies. The conversation also touches on the importance of scouting, the dynamics of turkey behavior, and the goals for the upcoming season, emphasizing the need for more hunters to get involved in this rewarding sport. Takeaways: Turkey hunting is a passion that many hunters share. The first gobble can be a life-changing experience for hunters. Competition calling can enhance hunting skills but is not necessary for success. Scouting and understanding turkey behavior are crucial for successful hunts. Different subspecies of turkeys require different hunting strategies. Timing and patience are key factors in turkey hunting success. Over-calling can push turkeys away instead of attracting them. Safety is paramount, especially when using techniques like reaping. Engaging new hunters is essential for the future of the sport. Turkey hunting is about creating memories and sharing experiences with others. Check Out Montana Decoys Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code SE for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code EMPIRE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/hunting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0	You're listening to the Sportsman's Empire Podcast Network, and this episode is brought to you by Interstate Batteries.
0:07.2	For all of your battery needs, visit your local Interstate Batteries retail store.
0:12.6	Interstate Batteries, outrageously dependable.
0:16.4	This episode of the Sportsman's Empire is brought to you by Interstate Batteries.
0:21.3	Since 1952, Interstate Batteries has been evoking compassion and a trustworthy spirit into the surrounding communities.
0:29.1	Interstate Batteries is a mission-driven company fueled by purpose and guided by their values.
0:34.6	If you need help locating a specific battery, stop into your local Interstate Batteries retail store
0:39.5	and speak with a battery specialist.
0:42.2	They even offer cell phone repairs.
0:45.0	Interstate batteries outrageously dependable.
0:50.8	I'll now hand you over to my best man, Eddie.
1:11.0	Wow, wow, wow. Second time's a charm, eh, Billy Boy? Oh, God. Substitution, courtesy of Paddy Power, embarrassing Eddie, makes way for sensible Samuel. Cool, that was close. You might not always pick the right starter, but your sub can still deliver. Because with Paddy's super sub, your bet rolls over to the player coming on. Paddy Power. Valid on selected leagues and markets only. Pre-match and in-play bets on
1:15.2	qualifying player outcome selections only. T's and Cases and exclusions apply. 18 plus scummelawadware.
1:18.9	All right everybody. This is the How to Hunt Turkey Podcast. My name is Dan Johnson. I'm your
1:24.5	host and today's special guest, Mr. Jimmy Smith, not only is Jimmy a
1:29.8	turkey hunter, but he works for a turkey hunting company, Night and Hail. Jimmy, how are we doing
1:34.9	today, man? I'm doing good, buddy, a little cold here in Pennsylvania, but we're making it through.
1:39.0	You know what I say? It's one day closer to turkey season, Dan. And I tell you what, I don't know why.
1:43.5	So my wife is downstairs
1:45.6	and we had a little bit of like a scare this past weekend with an asthma attack, but now she's
1:52.5	on bed rest. Okay. And one of the shows that she's been kind of flipping through is like the real
1:58.8	housewives of you name a town. I thought it would be sweet
	...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Previous episode | Next episode

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.