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Deer University

Dr. Jacob Dykes, Dr. Eric Michel

Booking Overview

A university wildlife-management interview show focused on deer biology, research, hunting, and habitat management, typically featuring deer researchers, wildlife professionals, conservation-agency leaders, and graduate researchers. Credible pitches include wildlife biologists, conservation officials, habitat-management specialists, and researchers with practical deer-management expertise; booking difficulty is medium because the show welcomes specialized academic and agency guests but maintains a focused subject-matter standard.

Metrics

Episodes: 110

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

deeruniversity@gmail.com

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Host

Dr. Jacob Dykes - Assistant Professor of Wildlife Management with the Mississippi State University Extension Service and co-director of the Mississippi State University Deer Lab.

Dr. Eric Michel - Assistant Professor of Wildlife Management at the Mississippi State University Forest and Wildlife Research Center and co-director of the Mississippi State University Deer Lab.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Wildlife biologists, university researchers, conservation-agency leaders, habitat-management specialists, and graduate researchers with direct expertise in deer biology, wildlife management, hunting impacts, or habitat practices.
Required Achievements:  
University research or teaching appointments, Leadership roles in state conservation agencies, Specialized research on deer behavior, biology, or habitat management, Applied wildlife-management or extension expertise

Recent Guest Discussions

Jason Sumners - Deer Management, Landowner Collaboration, And Adaptive Strategies For Addressing Chronic Wasting Disease.

Luke Resop - Cool-season Food Plots And Practices That Improve Food-plot Success.

Sam Overfors - Antipredator Behavior In Fawns, Including The Use Of Thermal Drones And GPS Collars To Study Movement Across The Landscape.

Dr. Andy Little - How Deer Alter Their Behavior And Movement In Response To Hunters.

Recent Topics

Science, Wildlife Management, Deer Biology, Habitat Management, Wildlife Conservation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Episode 108 – Cactus Bucks and Antlered Does

October 26, 2026

Jim Heffelfinger, aka Cervidnut, joins Jacob and Eric on the podcast to talk about cactus bucks and antlered does. They chat about some of the weirdest things seen in the whitetail world. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the seminars. The seminars are free unless you are seeking professional educational credits. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube ch...

The Largest Whitetail Culling Study Ever Conducted

October 07, 2026

Jacob and Eric discuss the largest whitetail culling study ever conducted with Dr. Randy DeYoung. They talk about the monster project and the unexpected findings. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the seminars. The seminars are free unless you are seeking professional educational credits. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube channel (here)

Episode 106 – Deer Biomechanics and Deer-Friendly Fencing

September 24, 2026

In this episode, Dr. Gino D'Angelo and Lisa Jorge from the UGA Deer Lab join Jacob and Eric to discuss innovative research on deer fencing and urban deer management. They share insights into how fences affect deer behavior and how science is informing fence design.   Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the seminars. The seminars are free unless you are s...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Deer University?

Deer University is hosted by Dr. Jacob Dykes and Dr. Eric Michel. Its publicly listed email is deeruniversity@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Deer University?

The publicly listed email for Deer University: deeruniversity@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Deer University have?

Podseeker estimates Deer University reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Deer University?

Deer University typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Wildlife biologists, university researchers, conservation-agency leaders, habitat-management specialists, and graduate researchers with direct expertise in deer biology, wildlife management, hunting impacts, or habitat practices. Common among recent guests: University research or teaching appointments; Leadership roles in state conservation agencies; Specialized research on deer behavior, biology, or habitat management. Recent guests include Jason Sumners, Luke Resop, and Sam Overfors.

How hard is it to get booked on Deer University?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Deer University cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Wildlife Management, Deer Biology, Habitat Management, and Wildlife Conservation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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