CinSanity Outdoors

by Stonewall Media LLC

Season 1

028 - Change in Whitetail Theory | w/ Randy Birdsong and Joe Umphries

What does it really take to consistently get on big whitetails year after year? In this episode, we sit down with Randy Birdsong of HeadHunters TV and Joe Umphries of Big Tine—two longtime friends who have spent decades chasing mature bucks and learning what it takes to manage land and deer herds the right way. This conversation dives deep into whitetail land management, herd health, predator control, and the strategies serious deer hunters use to produce mature bucks consistently. Randy also breaks down his evolving “Change I Theory”—a mindset shift that has helped him stay on big deer season after season by adapting, spreading out, and avoiding the common mistakes that educate mature bucks. We also discuss how predator trapping can impact fawn recruitment, why food plots and habitat work matter more than most hunters realize, and what landowners can do to dramatically improve the quality of their deer herd. If you're serious about killing mature whitetails, improving your hunting property, and understanding how big deer actually behave, this episode is packed with hard-earned knowledge and real-world experience.

S1 · E28

Mar 7, 2026

1:19:14

027 - Thompson Center Is Back & Hunting Perspectives You Have NOT Thought About | w/ Gregg Ritz

If you have followed the outdoor space for a while, you probably have heard about Gregg Ritz and Thompson Center. Now, Gregg is back at the helm of Thompson Center and building it back on the legacy it started. From employees that were that from the beginning, to meeting the needs of today's customers, Thompson Center is back in a big way. We sit down to talk with Gregg about what is going on with Thompson Center, their plans going forward, and we even learned about some innovations Thompson Center made in the past that were ahead of their time. But wait there is more! Gregg is an outdoorsman and steward of the land himself. We dive some into his knowledge base on conservation and hunting for not only deer, but turkey and other big game as well. Trust us when we say there is something in this episode for everyone. CinSanity Outdoors is presented by: Tecomate: https://tecomate.com Chene Gear: https://chenegear.com Tactacam: https://www.tactacam.com Conquest Scents: https://www.conquestscents.com Woodhaven Custom Calls: https://woodhavencustomcalls.com Mathews: https://mathewsinc.com Hunter Safety System: http://huntersafetysystem.com

S1 · E27

Feb 19, 2026

1:26:24

026 - Former MLB Pitcher DJ Carrasco on Desert Whitetail (Coues), Arizona Elk & Living the Hunting Life

Former MLB pitcher DJ Carrasco joins the podcast to talk about what life looks like after professional baseball—and for DJ, that means continuing to live the hunting life style, whether it be in his home state of Arizona or in Texas. We dive into: - Hunting coues deer and elk in Arizona - Unforgettable Texas hunting stories - The health benefits of wild game and giving back - A missed elk hunt thanks to baseball - Baseball talk - And more This episode is a mix of big-league stories, western hunting knowledge, and purpose-driven conversation—perfect for hunters, baseball fans, and anyone who appreciates hard-earned experiences in the field.

S1 · E26

Feb 11, 2026

1:39:37

025 - Inside the Mind of a Boone & Crockett Scorer | w/ Cameron Coble

In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Coble, an official Boone and Crockett Club scorer who has measured and evaluated some of the biggest whitetail bucks in the country. In addition to Boone & Crockett, he is also a certified scorer for other major record-keeping clubs and a longtime writer for North American Whitetail, giving him a rare mix of real-world experience and technical knowledge. With decades of experience and laying hands on giant racks, he breaks down what truly separates an average buck from a trophy — and what most hunters misunderstand when judging deer in the field or on trail cameras. We cover: • What Boone & Crockett scorers actually look for when measuring a buck • The most important measurements that impact final score • The most underrated measurements hunters often overlook • How to correctly score your own deer • Giants harvested this year and what makes them special • Why trail camera photos can be misleading • The best states for producing giant bucks • How one-buck state regulations could drastically improve deer quality • Common mistakes hunters make when judging trophy potential Whether you’re new to deer hunting or love diving into the technical side of scoring and antler measurements, this episode gives you a clearer understanding of what makes a buck truly exceptional — straight from someone who’s seen more giant deer in person than most hunters ever will. If you’ve ever wondered how close your buck really was… this episode will change how you look at antlers forever.

S1 · E25

Feb 4, 2026

1:29:50

024 - Nine Finger Chronicles In The House! | Life Lessons, Social Media Can Suck, and Training Your Wife??

We decided to do a podcast with another podcaster and what a treat it was, with Dan Johnson! Dan has been doing this full time for quite a while now, and we had awesome conversations about life lessons in hunting, avoiding that dopamine hit from you phone in the woods, positives and negatives that social media plays in the hunting world today, and more! We even talked about our lovely wives and why they let us do what we do when it comes to hunting. Great stories, superb lessons, and some good laughs! So buckle up butter cup!

S1 · E24

Jan 31, 2026

2:29:18

023 - Peak Adrenaline Rush w/ Matt Strahm

Most people know Matt from his time on the mound, but he has a deep passion and love for bow hunting mature whitetails too. After starting out being more of a duck hunter in his youth, he has transitioned more so to whitetails. Having a place in Kansas, he is no stranger to monster bucks and playing the chess match! We take a deep dive with Matt into the story of the Booner he harvested this year on his Kansas farm and the mental struggles it takes to play the chess match with one animal. We even dive into a little baseball with him and Graham Ashcraft to talk about the differences in the adrenaline rush between being on the mound in an MLB ballpark and having a mature whitetail in bow range. BONUS: We talk a little bit about his passion for collecting sports cards, and he and Graham talk a little bit about Elly De La Cruz. Sit back and enjoy the insiders scoop!

S1 · E23

Jan 4, 2026

1:23:04

Saddle vs Lock On | Advantages and Disadvantages w/ Lucas Cagle of Hunter Safety Systems

It seems that the older people get, the more they get stuck in their ways, and deer hunters are no different. But with that being said, saddle hunting is here to change the way some of us hunt, no matter how stubborn we are about our lock on tree stands. This week we have a long discussion with Hunter Safety System's Lucas Cagle about saddle hunting and the advantages it provides over a tradition lock on. Yes both are great tool and both have their place, but as a mostly lock on hunter myself, I for one have seen that saddles can have their advantages in certain situations. Some of this was about challenging ourselves to accept new ways of hunting, and after taking the saddles out ourselves, we have seen the light in the situation. Enjoy!

S1 · E22

Dec 12, 2025

1:51:04

The Art of Big Deer w/ Don Higgins

Look, we all love deer hunting and most of us are tantalized by giant bucks, but growing and singling out giant bucks is no easy feat. There is an art to it, and Don Higgins has become very good at that art! Whether it is building a property for big deer, how to hunt them, knowing key concepts in maximizing opportunities for success, or even managing your deer heard, Don has been doing it a long time and knows a lot about all of it. Join us as we dive into some of this info with Don!

S1 · E21

Nov 11, 2025

1:29:52

020 - Splitting Hairs and The Red Moon w/ Adam Hays

HOT TAKE! Whitetails can sense the moon?! Adam Hays has a unique take on the moon and it just may change how you think about the moon and deer hunting. Yes, we know, there have been a lot of studies done about whitetails and the moon and the results suggest that the moon has no effect on deer. With that being said, as we discussed the topic with Adam, it is hard to argue with the way he describes the moon and its relation to whitetails. I mean, he does have a wall of giant deer to prove what he is saying. Is the moon the main contributing factor to a whitetail's day time movements, no. But it is one factor, and when it is added in with other factors like wind and weather, it sure does make sense. NOT ONLY THAT, but we talked with Adam about stacking the deck in your favor and splitting hairs to kill giant whitetails. You almost have to hunt the wrong wind for you in order to kill a giant sometimes?! So no more, we are listening intently! You don't want to miss this one! This is some great info from a man who has been hunting for 45 years and knocking down giants all along.

S1 · E20

Oct 18, 2025

1:10:57

Permission Based Hunting and Scouting from Afar w/ Midwest Whitetail's Josh Sparks

Many of you know of Midwest Whitetail, which means you likely know who Josh Sparks is. Josh came up through the industry working with people like the Drury's and hunting himself on public and permission based properties. Thus, he has seen it all and he is proof you can consistently get on big deer without owning a bunch of land! The key is how do you find this ground to hunt? How do you keep it once you have? How do you scout these places efficiently when you live an hour or more away and can't be there every day to scout and keep an eye on deer? Well, we dive into all of this and much more with Josh! If you love hunting big deer and don't own land, then this is one you don't want to miss!

S1 · E19

Sep 26, 2025

1:46:25

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