Episodes

  • #128 - Finding Big Deer In Overlooked Markets: Kansas Genetics At Oklahoma Prices with Steve Purviance
    May 15 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Steve Purviance.

    We discuss:

    • Oklahoma still offers affordable trophy hunting land
    • Western deer are easier to locate and pattern
    • Kansas prices continue pushing buyers south
    • Drainages and cover matter more than county lines
    • The right land agent changes everything
    • Deer visibility increases farther west
    • Big western bucks often travel huge distances
    • Cedars can dramatically increase hunting value
    • Habitat improvements raise resale value fast
    • Recreational land can build long-term wealth

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • #127 - The Landowner’s Guide to Hunting Longer: Buying Giant Buck Farms & Staying Healthy Enough to Hunt Them
    May 1 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Aaron Karo. We discuss:

    • Stewardship applies to land AND your body
    • Buffalo County terrain creates older age-class bucks
    • Great hunting farms are often found through relationships
    • Mature bucks avoid pressure differently than young deer
    • Recovery and sleep are critical for aging hunters
    • Health care should be proactive, not reactive
    • Peptides work best alongside good habits
    • Nutrition drives long-term performance and recovery
    • Terrain fitness matters for serious hunters
    • Longevity determines how long you can hunt hard

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • #126 - Entry-Level vs Legacy Hunting Farms: What Smart Buyers Need to Know
    Apr 17 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Brent Grosse. We discuss:

    • Iowa land still offers opportunity despite major price swings post-COVID
    • Entry-level farms can build massive equity through habitat improvements
    • The right neighbors matter more than the farm itself for long-term success
    • Habitat diversity (edges, CRP, timber) consistently outperforms monoculture
    • Smaller “starter farms” can lead to larger acquisitions over time
    • Most buyers enjoy improving land more than actually hunting it
    • Northeast Iowa offers strong hunting with less competition than southern zones
    • Water, terrain, and soil quality all drive long-term land value
    • Nonresident tag changes may increase future demand and pricing
    • Even overlooked counties can produce Boone & Crockett caliber deer

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • #125 - The Biggest Land Investment Opportunity Nobody’s Talking About with Rustin Hayes
    Apr 3 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Rustin Hayes. We discuss:

    • Oklahoma land offers Kansas-level genetics at significantly lower prices
    • Big deer country isn’t always where people expect it to be
    • Deer in big country can travel miles daily during the rut
    • 160 acres alone rarely controls trophy deer movement
    • River-bottom properties are often overhunted and overpriced
    • Overlooked cattle ground can become elite hunting property
    • Trail cam photos can dramatically increase resale value
    • Cattle can improve habitat when managed correctly
    • Land values are rising fast in emerging whitetail regions
    • The best deals are found before the market fully realizes value

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • #124 - He Bought Land for $1 and Turned It Into A Business… Here’s How It Actually Happened with Ryan Springer
    Mar 20 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Ryan Springer. We discuss:

    • You don’t need big money—small overlooked parcels can be your entry point

    • Sheriff sales can offer extremely low-cost land opportunities

    • Starting small allows you to build momentum and reinvest profits

    • Landlocked properties are often undervalued but highly usable

    • Rivers and railways create hidden, overlooked land opportunities

    • Canoe access can unlock private land others ignore completely

    • Door knocking remains one of the most effective acquisition strategies

    • Lease income can help land pay for itself over time

    • Partnering with others can diversify use and reduce costs

    • Consistency and patience are key to building a land portfolio

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • #123 - The $10M Land Deal That Almost Left Us Working for Free: The Risk Every Land Agent Faces with Jeff Fern
    Mar 6 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jeff Fern. We discuss:

    • Buyer agency agreements matter more when seller-paid commission is uncertain.

    • Local market knowledge helps investors avoid overpriced land deals.

    • Profit in land investing is usually made when the property is bought right.

    • Overpriced listings can sit for years when sellers ignore real market data.

    • Large tracts require a specific buyer with capital and a clear strategy.

    • “Trophy managed” is often overstated when the habitat work is not there.

    • Hunting land buyers often expect food plots, water, trails, and blinds.

    • Extra homes can hurt value when buyers do not want landlord headaches.

    • Sellers price with emotion, but buyers usually focus on numbers and data.

    • Sometimes the smartest investment move is walking away from the deal.

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • #122 - Why Most Land Agents Fail at Social Media Marketing (And How to Fix It) with Lucas Jones
    Feb 20 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with producer of the show Lucas Jones. We discuss:

    • The role of professional video in land sales
    • What "detail shots" are and why they matter
    • How social media algorithms work (and how to use them)
    • The difference between impressions, views, and engagement
    • Why boosted posts and paid ads often fail for real estate
    • How to use AI (ChatGPT, Opus Clip, etc.) in your marketing workflow
    • What it costs to hire a professional editor and whether it's worth it
    • Cross-platform content strategy: YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok
    • The emotional and branding side of content creation
    • Real examples of properties that sold because of video marketing

    And So Much More!


    Get ahold of Lucas below:

    linktr.ee/brokenstrawmedia


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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • #121 - Why Most Real Estate Agents Fail: 5 Things About Being a Land Specialist That No One Tells You with Jeff Fern
    Feb 6 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with co-host Jeff Fern. We discuss:

    • Land real estate is commission-only and unpredictable

    • Most agents fail within the first two years

    • Sales success requires a hunter mentality

    • Qualification saves time for buyers and sellers

    • Marketing costs are massive but necessary

    • Relationships don’t guarantee transactions

    • Availability builds trust faster than branding

    • Balance is rare in high-level sales careers

    • Experience sharpens decision-making

    • Winter is one of the best times to buy land

    And So Much More!


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    1 hr and 2 mins