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Big Game Hunting Podcast

393 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 295 ratings

The Big Game Hunting Podcast will teach you to how to prepare for the big game hunting adventures you’ve always dreamed about. Our host, John McAdams, is an experienced sportsman with decades of experience afield who has successfully hunted big game like whitetail deer, mule deer, blacktail deer, pronghorn antelope, black bear, Rocky Mountain elk, feral hogs, javelina, cape buffalo, kudu, wildebeest, and other species of African plains game in over a dozen different states and countries. In addition to hosting The Big Game Hunting Podcast, John has authored countless hunting articles in prominent hunting publications and is also the founder of The Big Game Hunting Blog. He will guide you down the path of improving your skills as a hunter, teach you how to pick the best hunting rifle for your needs, conduct caliber comparisons (like 6.5 Creedmoor vs 300 Win Mag and 30-06 vs 270 Winchester) to show you how to pick the best hunting caliber for a specific hunting situation, guide you into the world of muzzleloader hunting, share the hard earned knowledge he has earned over the years pursuing game all over the world, and conduct interviews with internationally recognized experts in the hunting community on topics like cape buffalo hunting in Africa and elk hunting in North America. Regardless of whether you’re dreaming about going plains game or cape buffalo hunting on an African hunting safari, on an elk hunting trip in the Rocky Mountains, on a pronghorn antelope hunting adventure on the windswept plains of Wyoming, on a feral hog hunting expedition in Texas, or just learning more about deer hunting in general, then you’ve found the perfect hunting podcast to learn about turning those dreams of hunting adventures into a reality!

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Episodes

180: Double Rifles With Phil Massaro

February 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Phil Massaro is back again today to talk about the ins and outs of double rifles. We’ll talk briefly about their history, how double rifles became so associated with hunting in Africa, the pros and cons of hunting with a double rifle, many of the different cartridges used in them, what makes and models are most common these days, and how much they cost. So, this is a great episode on the fundamentals of doubles that you’ll really enjoy and will learn a lot from. Be sure to sign up for my e...

Bonus 10: New Winchester Products 2022

February 01, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 26.5 MB

This is the time of year when lots of companies in the sporting goods community unveil their new products. We recently heard from Jeff Sipe in Bonus Episode #9 to learn about what’s new with Nosler this year. Today, we’re joined by Ben Frank from Winchester Ammunition and he has some cool announcements to share with us about what’s new with them for 2022.  Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/winchester-2022/ Show Sponsor: Be sure to sign up for my email list at huntingg...

179 Hippo Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

January 27, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

Kevin Robertson is back again to talk about hippopotamus hunting. As always, he has some great hippo stories from his many years in Africa. We also really get into the nuts and bolts of hippo hunting: where to go, how to evaluate a big hippo, what their anatomy is like, where to shoot them, and how things can go wrong on a hippo hunt. We talk a lot about cartridge and bullet selection as well as terminal ballistics as they relate to hippopotamus hunting. Follow me on Instagram at @thebigga...

179: Hippo Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

January 27, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

Kevin Robertson is back again to talk about hippopotamus hunting. As always, he has some great hippo stories from his many years in Africa. We also really get into the nuts and bolts of hippo hunting: where to go, how to evaluate a big hippo, what their anatomy is like, where to shoot them, and how things can go wrong on a hippo hunt. We talk a lot about cartridge and bullet selection as well as terminal ballistics as they relate to hippopotamus hunting. Follow me on Instagram at @thebigga...

178: Crocodile Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

January 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 53 MB

Kevin Robertson is back again to talk about crocodile hunting. As always, he has some absolutely hair raising tales of hunting crocodile in Africa. We also really get into the nuts and bolts of crocodile hunting: where to go, how to evaluate a big crocodile, what their anatomy is like, where to shoot them, and how things can go wrong on a crocodile hunt. We talk a lot about cartridge and bullet selection as well as terminal ballistics as they relate to crocodile hunting. Follow me on Insta...

178 Crocodile Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

January 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 53 MB

Kevin Robertson is back again to talk about crocodile hunting. As always, he has some absolutely hair raising tales of hunting crocodile in Africa. We also really get into the nuts and bolts of crocodile hunting: where to go, how to evaluate a big crocodile, what their anatomy is like, where to shoot them, and how things can go wrong on a crocodile hunt. We talk a lot about cartridge and bullet selection as well as terminal ballistics as they relate to crocodile hunting. Follow me on Insta...

Bonus 9: New Nosler Products 2022

January 19, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MB

I am recording this on the first day of the 2022 SHOT show. As you probably know, lots of companies in the sporting goods community unveil their new products at the SHOT show. Due to some scheduling conflicts, I was not able to make it to the SHOT show this year. However, reps from several firearms and ammunition companies were kind enough to do an interview on their new products and you’ll be hearing those interviews over the next couple of weeks. Today, we’re joined by Jeff Sipe from Nosle...

177 Elephant Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

January 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

Kevin Robertson is back again today to follow our discussion from last week up with a more detailed conversation on elephant hunting. As always, he has some great stories to share with us I’m sure you’ll learn a lot from today’s podcast, even if you’re not ever planning on going elephant hunting yourself. I know you’ll also appreciate our discussion on ballistics specifically as they relate to elephant hunting. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/elephant-hunting-101/ S...

177: Elephant Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

January 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

Kevin Robertson is back again today to follow our discussion from last week up with a more detailed conversation on elephant hunting. As always, he has some great stories to share with us I’m sure you’ll learn a lot from today’s podcast, even if you’re not ever planning on going elephant hunting yourself. I know you’ll also appreciate our discussion on ballistics specifically as they relate to elephant hunting. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/elephant-hunting-101/ S...

Bonus 8: Listen For A Special Announcement!

January 10, 2022 07:00 - 5 minutes - 8.56 MB

I have some great news that I’m extremely excited to share with you today! If you've been dreaming about hunting Africa, 2022 is the year you should make that happen. Listen to this episode to learn why! Show Sponsor:  Big Game Hunting Adventures The special offer mentioned in the podcast is valid for all hunts during the 2022 calendar year at our new camp. We have scattered availability during April, May, September, October, November, and December 2022. We also have plenty of openings in ...

176: Elephant Conservation With Kevin Robertson

January 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 79 MB

Kevin Robertson is back on the again to talk with us about elephant conservation. As always, he has some great stories to share with us and we dive deep into another touchy subject when it comes to elephants. You’re going to learn what the real deal is about elephant populations in Africa and what the future holds for us if we keep going down the path we’re on now. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/elephant-conservation-kevin-robertson/ What We Covered 1) Story dem...

175: Happy New Year & My 2022 Hunting Goals

December 30, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MB

As usual, I'd like to recap how things went in 2021 and then set some goals for 2022. So, I’m going to go over those new goals with you right now, give you a brief overview of how I plan on accomplishing them, and give you a preview of what 2022 will look like with the Big Game Hunting Podcast. In that vein, I'm also looking for some feedback and listener suggestions for future episodes. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2022-hunting-goals/ Show Sponsor: Learn the ess...

174: Bighorn Sheep Hunting With Joseph von Benedikt

December 23, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Today Joseph von Benedikt is back is on the show with us for our second successful bighorn sheep hunt recap in as many months today. We’re going to talk about how Joseph got this opportunity, the importance of maintaining good physical fitness and of taking care of your gear in the off season, the story of his hunt, some lessons he learned along the way, and what the future holds for him. Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive future episodes automati...

174 Bighorn Sheep Hunting With Joseph von Benedikt

December 23, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Today Joseph von Benedikt is back is on the show with us for our second successful bighorn sheep hunt recap in as many months today. We’re going to talk about how Joseph got this opportunity, the importance of maintaining good physical fitness and of taking care of your gear in the off season, the story of his hunt, some lessons he learned along the way, and what the future holds for him. Show Notes:  https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/bighorn-sheep-hunting-with-joseph-von-benedik...

173 Sandhill Crane Hunting, Steve Rinella, And Me

December 16, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 30.5 MB

I just got back from my sandhill crane hunt out in west Texas and I’m happy to report that I had a great trip. In addition to telling the story of this hunt, I’ll share some insights into what crane taste like, and the potential reason why they taste so darn good in this episode. You'll also learn how it all got started with a chance encounter I had with Steve Rinella many years ago. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/sandhill-crane-hunting-2021/ Show Sponsor: Go to Hu...

173: Sandhill Crane Hunting, Steve Rinella, And Me

December 16, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 30.5 MB

I just got back from my sandhill crane hunt out in west Texas and I’m happy to report that I had a great trip. In addition to telling the story of this hunt, I’ll share some insights into what crane taste like, and the potential reason why they taste so darn good in this episode. You'll also learn how it all got started with a chance encounter I had with Steve Rinella many years ago. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/sandhill-crane-hunting-2021/ Show Sponsor: Go to Hu...

172 Elk Hunting With A 6.5 Creedmoor vs 300 Win Mag With Mark Floyd

December 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

We have long time podcast listener Mark Floyd on the show with us today to talk about some of his recent elk hunting experiences out in Wyoming. We’ll talk more in detail about his background shortly, but Mark is from Georgia and has only really gotten into hunting during the past few years. We’re going to talk about how Mark ended up going on those elk hunts, the story of each trip, what he thought about hunting elk with the 6.5 Creedmoor vs the 300 Win Mag, some lessons he learned along th...

172: Elk Hunting With A 6.5 Creedmoor vs 300 Win Mag With Mark Floyd

December 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

We have long time podcast listener Mark Floyd on the show with us today to talk about some of his recent elk hunting experiences out in Wyoming. We’ll talk more in detail about his background shortly, but Mark is from Georgia and has only really gotten into hunting during the past few years. We’re going to talk about how Mark ended up going on those elk hunts, the story of each trip, what he thought about hunting elk with the 6.5 Creedmoor vs the 300 Win Mag, some lessons he learned along th...

172 Elk Hunting With A 6 5 Creedmoor vs 300 Win Mag With Mark Floyd

December 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

We have long time podcast listener Mark Floyd on the show with us today to talk about some of his recent elk hunting experiences out in Wyoming. We’ll talk more in detail about his background shortly, but Mark is from Georgia and has only really gotten into hunting during the past few years. We’re going to talk about how Mark ended up going on those elk hunts, the story of each trip, what he thought about hunting elk with the 6.5 Creedmoor vs the 300 Win Mag, some lessons he learned along th...

171: 2021 Alberta Moose Hunt Recap

December 02, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 42.9 MB

I’m back from my moose hunt up in Canada and I wanted to let you know how things went up there! We’re going to talk about how I got this moose hunting opportunity on such short notice, the story of the hunt, some lessons I learned along the way, and what the future holds for me. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2021-alberta-moose-hunt-recap/ Show Sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and sign up for my free E-Book to also receive the my weekly ammo supply updates I send ...

170: Winchester Waterfowl Hunting Ammo

November 25, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MB

Today, we have Jimmy Wilson from Winchester Ammunition with us on the show and he’s going to talk to us about waterfowl hunting ammunition. Specifically, we’re going to discuss the complications of using lead free shot in waterfowl ammo, what sort of performance you ideally want from your waterfowl loads for hunting ducks, geese, and crane, and what sort of offerings Winchester manufacturers for waterfowl hunters. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/winchester-waterfowl-h...

169: Federal Premium Waterfowl Hunting Loads

November 18, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 50.9 MB

Today, we have Dan Compton from Federal Premium Ammunition with us on the show and he’s going to talk to us about waterfowl hunting ammunition. Specifically, we’re going to discuss the complications of using lead free shot in waterfowl ammo, what sort of performance you ideally want from your waterfowl loads for hunting ducks, geese, and crane, and what sort of offerings Federal manufacturers for waterfowl hunters. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/federal-waterfowl-hun...

168: Bighorn Sheep Hunting With Steve Speck

November 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

Steve Speck from Exo Mountain Gear is on the show today to talk to us about his recent bighorn sheep hunt in Idaho. That hunt was quite the adventure and really tested the limits of human endurance, but he got it done and tagged a great looking sheep on his hunt. In this episode, we’re going to talk about how Steve drew that tag, the story of his hunt, some lessons he learned along the way, and what the future holds for him. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/bighorn-she...

Bonus 7: 2021 Texas Deer Season Opener Recap

November 10, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

Well, I just got back from deer camp and I’m happy to report that my 2021 hunting season is off to a great start! This past weekend was the general season deer opener in this part of Texas and I went hunting with my brother in law and my 5 year old son. The goal was to help my brother in law get his first deer and, if there was time, get a deer for myself. We were successful on both counts and I wanted to take a few minutes to update you on how things went. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehu...

Bonus 6: Muzzleloader Hunting With PNWild

November 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Jeff Roberts from the PNWild podcast drew a muzzleloader elk hunt in Idaho this fall and invited me on his show to talk about the ins and outs of muzzleloader hunting. While we do talk a lot about the muzzleloader regulations for hunting in Idaho, we talk at length about the benefits of hunting with a muzzleloader, gear recommendations in general, some tips and tactics I’ve developed over the years, and how things can go wrong with a muzzleloader (and what you can do to avoid those situation...

Bonus 5: 2021 Hunting Season Update

November 05, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MB

Things have been crazy busy for me lately, but I wanted to take a minute and check in with you on a personal level before my hunting season really gets started. Here's what I'll be up to this fall. I have some VERY exciting news that I will share with you in this episode about an upcoming hunt. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2021-hunting-season-update/ Show Sponsor: Make sure you protect your hearing during hunting season by wearing ear protection while you're out ...

167: Hunting Stories And Updates From Sportsman's Box

November 04, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 31 MB

It’s November now and deer season is about to start here in the part of Texas where I live and hunt. With that in mind, I have Adam Whitehead and Nic Wilson from Sportsman’s Box on the show with me. This is actually the 3rd time Adam has been on the show to talk about Sportsman’s Box. As you’ll earn here shortly, they have made some MAJOR updates to their already great products that I think you’ll enjoy just in time for the peak of hunting season. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog....

166: 450 Bushmaster vs 458 SOCOM vs 50 Beowulf

October 28, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MB

In this episode we’re going to talk about the 450 Bushmaster, 458 SOCOM, and 50 Beowulf. Those are the three most popular choices for those looking for a big bore cartridge to use in an AR-15. All are capable performers, but there are some situations where it really makes sense to use certain ones in particular. In today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 450 Bushmaster vs 458 SOCOM vs 50 Beowulf so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Artic...

Bonus 4: Weston Harris From AXIL On Ear Protection

October 25, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 44.3 MB

Today we’re going to talk more about ear protection and I have the founder and CEO of AXIL Weston Harris on the show today. We’re going to go into a little more detail on the history of the company, how electronic hearing protection works, and what makes their products special. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/weston-harris-axil/ Show Sponsor: Do yourself a favor and buy some AXIL GS Extreme electronic ear buds for yourself. Go to thebiggamehuntingblog.com/earpro to ...

165: 270 vs 280 vs 280 AI vs 7mm Rem Mag Comparison

October 21, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

In this episode we’re going to talk about the 270 Winchester, the 280 Remington, the 280 Ackley Improved, and the 7mm Remington Magnum. All of those cartridges are very capable performers, though the 270 and 7mm Rem Mag are much more well known and widely used than the other two. In today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 270 vs 280 Remington vs 280 Ackley Improved vs 7mm Remington Magnum so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Article Refe...

164: 6.8 Western - The Ultimate Guide

October 14, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MB

Today I have another cartridge profile and cartridge comparison for you. In this episode, I’m going to discuss the history as well as the strengths, weaknesses, and hidden benefits (like rifle and ammo availability) of the new 6.8 Western cartridge in detail. I’ll also provide some information on how the 6.8 Western compares to the 6.5 PRC and .270 Winchester to give you an idea of what sort of performance you can expect from the cartridge and so you can decide if it best fits your needs as ...

163: Javelina Hunting 101

October 07, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MB

Today we’re talking about the basics of javelina hunting: what they are, where they live, why you should hunt them, and how to actually go about hunting them. Just like the title says, this episode covers all the basics of hunting javelina for those who don't quite know where to start hunting these creatures. Reminder: the Arizona javelina application deadline is coming up on 12 October 2021. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/javelina-hunting-101/ Show Sponsor: Truste...

162: Moose Hunting With Joseph von Benedikt

September 30, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MB

Joseph von Benedikt is back on the show again today to talk about moose hunting. As always, Joseph does a great job of telling some very interesting and detailed stories of some really cool hunts. In this episode, he shares the story of 2 moose hunts in Canada as well as a moose hunt in Alaska. Of course, we talk about moose hunting cartridges and rifles as well as less often discussed, but still very important topics like meat handling and the logistics of these hunts. Please hit that “SU...

Bonus 3: Best Hunting Ear Protection: What You Need To Know

September 27, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

Today, I’m going to address one of those things that still doesn’t get the attention that it deserves from most hunters: protecting your hearing while you’re actually hunting. I've talked about this a little in a previous episode, but a lot has changed since that episode released and it’s worth covering again. With that in mind, I want to talk about the ins and outs of hearing protection for hunters and one of the best hunting ear protection options you should definitely consider. Show Spo...

161: 350 Legend - Everything You Need To Know

September 23, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MB

Today I have another cartridge profile and cartridge comparison for you. In this episode, I’m going to discuss the history as well as the strengths, weaknesses, and hidden benefits (like ammo availability) of the .350 Legend in detail. I’ll also provide some information on how the .350 Legend compares to the .223 Remington and .450 Bushmaster cartridges to give you an idea of what sort of performance you can expect from the cartridge and so you can decide if it best fits your needs as a hunt...

160: Jeff Roberts On Fall Bear Hunting In Washington

September 16, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

Jeff Roberts from PNWild is back on for this episode of The Big Game Hunting Podcast to talk about spot and stalk fall bear hunting in Washington. We discuss why Washington is such a great destination for black bear hunting, what habitat black bears prefer in the fall, what resources he uses to find good places to hunt black bears, what sort of gear he uses, and what he thinks about black bear meat. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/jeffrobertsfallbearhuntingwashington...

Bonus 2: Ammo Update September 2021

September 13, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MB

Today’s I’m going to address the thing that’s on EVERYBODY’S mind: what the heck is going on with ammo these days and when will things return to normal. Trust me, I'm concerned about this too. So, that’s what we’re going to talk about today: the roots of the current situation, what has happened in the past year and a half, and when we might see things get back to normal. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/ammoupdateseptember2021/ What We Covered 1) Background on how ...

159: Philip Churchill On Black Bear Hunting With Hounds

September 09, 2021 06:00 - 57 minutes - 46.3 MB

It’s September now and that means that fall is right around the corner. Hunting seasons are starting to open, so I want to shift gears a bit and talk about hunting bear in the fall this week and next week. Today we have Phil Churchill on the show with us we’re going to talk about black bear hunting with hounds in the northeast states of New Hampshire and Maine. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/philipchurchillblackbearhuntingwithhounds/ Show Sponsor:  Hunting Guns 101...

158: Gavin Lipjes Leopard Hunting With Hounds

September 02, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

Gavin Lipjes is joining us to talk about leopard hunting with hounds on this episode of The Big Game Hunting Podcast. We discuss how Gavin first got into this business, the pros and cons of hunting leopard with hounds, what sort of and how many dogs he uses, cartridge and bullet selection for leopard hunting with hounds, an overview of how things work on a hound hunt (finding a track, how long they normally trail a leopard, and how things end), and what sort of things can happen on these hun...

157: Arica Hunting Expectations Part 2 With Phil Massaro

August 26, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

Today’s episode is the second installment of my mini-series on having appropriate expectations when hunting in Africa. I talked about my personal experiences back in episode 156 and Phil Massaro is on the show today to talk about his hunts in the Makuti Safari Area and Chirisa Safari Area in Zimbabwe, the Zambezi Delta in Mozambique, the Luangwa Valley in Zambia, and the Selous Reserve in Tanzania. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/africahuntingexpectationspart2philmas...

156: Africa Hunting Expectations

August 19, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

Today’s episode continues the Africa hunting series and I'm going to talk about having realistic expectations when hunting in Africa. A listener asked me to discuss what the hunting is like in different parts of Africa and the importance of realistic expectations. So that’s what I’m going to talk about today: what the hunting is like in South Africa vs Namibia vs Mozambique vs Zimbabwe, how it's different hunting government concessions vs private land, fenced vs free range, and cape buffalo ...

155: Lion Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

August 12, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

Today's episode continues the latest series on hunting in Africa. Kevin Robertson back on The Big Game Hunting Podcast again today to talk to us about lion hunting. We discuss the ins and outs of lion hunting today: how to evaluate a trophy lion, cartridge and bullet selection for lion hunting , shot placement, what can happen if your shot placement is not good, etc. We also touch on the Cecil the Lion scandal from 2015 and the controversial practice of captive bred lion hunting at the end o...

154: Leopard Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

August 05, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

Today's episode continues the latest series on hunting in Africa. Kevin Robertson back on The Big Game Hunting Podcast again today to talk to us about leopard hunting. We’re going to discuss things like bait location and set-up, how to evaluate a trophy leopard, cartridge and bullet selection for leopard hunting, shot placement (and how it’s different for the cats compared to plains game and buffalo), what can happen if your shot placement is not good on a leopard, and much, much more! Sho...

153: Africa Hunting Ammo 101

July 29, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 31 MB

Today’s episode is about factory hunting ammo recommendations for hunting in Africa. I know this is something that we discuss a little here and there in individual episodes. However, I wanted to do a single episode dedicated to the topic specifically for those of you who have a hunt coming up or who are just dreaming about hunting in Africa one day. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/africahuntingammo101/ Show Sponsor: Big Game Hunting Adventures: We have one opening r...

152: Leupold VX-5HD Rifle Scope Review

July 22, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MB

Today's episode is a review of my experiences with the Leupold VX-5HD rifle scope over the past three years. I share my thoughts on the pros and cons of the scope, what specific models of the VX-5HD are best suited for various hunting situations, and whether or not I think you should purchase one for yourself. Article Referenced In Show: 9 Reasons The Leupold VX-5HD Is A Great Hunting Scope  Best Rifle Scopes For Hunting – Article referenced in podcast Best Scopes For Deer Hunting  S...

151: Rob Gearing From Spartan Precision On Bipods And Tripods

July 15, 2021 06:00 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MB

Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision is joining me on the podcast today to talk about their bipod and tripod options. I’ve been curious about their products lately and it seems like a lot of other people I know in this space (like Joseph von Benedikt, Mark from Exo Mountain Gear, and the PNWild Guys) have made the switch to Spartan Precision equipment. So, I wanted to see what all the fuss was about and you’re going to take the journey with me as we learn all about Spartan Precision and Javeli...

150: Jeff Roberts On The High Buck Hunt In Washington

July 08, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 47.4 MB

I used to live in Washington State up at Fort Lewis when I was in the Army. I did a lot of hunting up there and I remember discovering something called “The High Buck Hunt” in the hunting regulations. While I never did a high buck hunt myself, I was always fascinated by it and was very curious about just what the heck the deal was with that hunt. With that in mind, we have a special guest on the show today to talk about the high buck hunt and what makes it special: Jeff Roberts from Pacific ...

149: 300 Ultra Mag vs 300 Win Mag Comparison

July 01, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MB

I’ve got another cartridge profile episode for you today. In this episode, we’re going to talk about the .300 Remington Ultra Magnum (also known as the 300 Ultra Mag or 300 RUM) and discuss how it compares to the .300 Win Mag. You'll learn the advantages and disadvantages of the .300 Ultra Magnum and we'll discuss the pros and cons of the 300 RUM vs 30Win Mag so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Article Referenced In Show: 300 Ultra Mag (300 RUM): Your Complet...

148: 6.5 Creedmoor vs 30-06 Comparison

June 24, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 42.9 MB

I’ve got another cartridge comparison episode for you today. In this episode we’re going to talk about the 6.5 Creedmoor and how it compares to the .30-06 Springfield. Both offer certain advantages to hunters, but there are some significant differences between the two cartridges you should be aware of. In today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 6.5 Creedmoor vs 30-06 so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Article Referenced In Show: 6.5 Cr...

147: 270 vs 308: Which One Should You Use?

June 17, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB

I’ve got another cartridge comparison episode for you today. In this episode we’re going to talk about the .270 Winchester and how it compares to the .308 Winchester. While there is a big overlap in their capabilities, each cartridge offers certain benefits to hunters. in today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 270 vs 308 so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Please hit that “SUBSCRIBE” or “FOLLOW” button in your podcast app to receive fu...

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