Welcome to Elk Don’t Exist: the pod!— the only comedy podcast brave enough to expose the shocking truth the forest service doesn’t want you to know: elk are a government hoax. Join host Dillon Deitz and your favorite hunters, both known and unknown, as they dive antler-first into outdoor misadventures, stories, and maybe even a tip or two. If you suck at hunting, you are welcome here. Whether you’re a die-hard hunter, comedy fan, or somewhere in between, this is your weekly dose of wilderness nonsense, questionable logic, and elk-denying hilarity.
Whats up buddies? Dillon is back with a new episode talking about his current bout of depression, tagging 2 black bears in a week, going to Alaska for blacktail, and other current musings.
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30 Jan 2026
Cracking the Code on Crossbows - Solo Episode
Whats up, Buddies? This week Dillon plops down on the couch for a solo episode covering how to make crossbows cool, being a Gonzaga Bulldogs fan, how life gets better with a "look at you!" vs "look at me!" mindset, and his new obsession with chess. A live audience joins in on Instagram for some added questions/commentary, rejoice!
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17 Jan 2026
A real life fly fishing guide! w/ Jackson Mettler
Today Dillon is joined by fly fishing/hunting guide, Jackson Mettler. These two met at an expo last year and discovered they live in the same town so a podcast episode was inevitable. The boys talk about why fly fishing gets so much hate, mountain whitetails, and much more . Book a fishing trip with Jackson at montanafishingguides.com
9 Jan 2026
Invading Your Mom's Concepts w/ Tim Anderson
We are baaaaack from the Holiday break just in time to sit down with Tim Anderson, owner and creator of Invader Concepts, makers of the best dang backcountry holsters on planet earth. Tim gives insights into what makes a business work and how to become a better man while Dillon roasts him most of the episode.
19 Dec 2025
I Worked at a Maggot Farm-Solo Episode- Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Dillon returns this week with a solo episode talking about having ADHD, the best hunting sesaon ever, and about the time he worked at a maggot farm. Yes, you read that correctly.
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12 Dec 2025
Brian Barney - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Hello Buddies! My guest this week is the legend himself, Brian Barney. Brian has been the host of Eastman's Elevated podcast for many years and is a bow only elk and mule deer tagging machine. We had a blast chatting and know you'll enjoy this episode.
5 Dec 2025
"How do I teach my kids to hunt?"- Kyle Heinecke - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
This week's guest is my dear friend, Kyle Heinecke: local pastor and award winning brisket champion fella. Kyle texted me last week asking "How do I teach my kids to hunt?" and it led to a great conversation on the podcast that I hope anyone in Kyle's shoes will learn from!
29 Nov 2025
Derek Deitz round 2! - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
This week I'm joined yet again by my very own beloved twin brother, Derek. We chat about our recent Montana deer hunt, the difference between hunting the west and hunting in Georgia, giant spiders, when to get rid of your dogs, and more!
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22 Nov 2025
ShedCrazy - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
My guest this week is the Lever King himself: Ben Dettamanti but you might know him by the monicker ShedCrazy. Ben is on a mission to tag every species of deer in North American with an open sight 30.30 lever-gun and I was privileged to help him find a stud whitetail here in Montana. We had a blast recapping the hunt and making fun of each other. Catch more of Ben at @shedcrazy on instagram and @shedcrazyofficial on youtube.
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24 Oct 2025
Troy Ball - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
This week on the pod I'm joined by my dear friend, Troy Ball! Troy has been behind the scenes in the hunting community for many years working with Born and Raised Outdoors, Lacrosse Footwear, and creative industries. He is a marketing guru with a heart for getting people into hunting and fishing and he is a blast to be around.
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17 Oct 2025
Jason Matzinger - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Today's guest is the living legend, Jason Matzinger! Dillon stopped by his office to talk about the upcoming season of Jason's show, "Into High Country", his biggest hunting blunders, and why you should never borrow your dad's brand new four-wheeler.
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10 Oct 2025
Samong Yang Outdoors - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Hello buddies! This week's episode features my good pals Samong Yang and Nathaniel Cutshall from Samong Yang Outdoors. I take over their podcast studio to talk Washington's stupid hunting laws, my poor shooting skills, and Bigfoot conspiracies. I love these dudes and you can catch more of them on their very own podcast "Samong Yang Outdoors Podcast".
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3 Oct 2025
Levi Lusko - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Today's guest is world renowned preacher, author, and outdoor lover Levi Lusko. Levi has been my pastor for over a decade. We chat about why he doesn't hunt YET, his new book "Blessed are the Spiraling", how the show "The Office" changed over time, and much more. We had a great chat and I know you'll love this episode
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26 Sept 2025
Mike Herne - Elk Don't Exist:The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
My guest today is Master Sergeant Mike Herne. Mike is a fun loving dude who is known throughout the hunting world for his writing, marketing prowess, and all around bad ass-ery. Mike talks about the hunting industry, his elk hunting journey, combat experience, and shares his story about becoming sober. I love Mike like a brother and it was an honor to chat with him
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19 Sept 2025
Solo Ep- My first bull with a bow! -- Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Hey Buddies, I'm coming at you this week with a solo episode talking about my 2025 Archery Bull, my first ever, and it only took me 12 years to pull it off. Then, I answer some listener questions ranging from the problem with Nerds Gummy Clusters to why Mule Deer guys are the hipsters of the forest.
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5 Sept 2025
Derek Deitz - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
This week's episode features my one and only twin bro, Derek! We chat about growing up hunting and make the dumbest jokes you'll ever hear. Hooray!
29 Aug 2025
Steven Drake - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Steven Drake is an outdoor photographer, videographer, expert shed hunter, and all around silly goose. Find more from Steven on instagram @stevendrakephoto
21 Aug 2025
Cody Rich - Elk Don't Exist: The Pod! with Dillon Deitz
Cody Rich is an outdoorsman, entrepreneur, and all around silly goose. He hangs out to talk about that one time he met Joe Rogan, comedy, elk hunting, and more! Find more of Cody at therichoutdoors.com
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