Episodes
Matt is joined by Rob aka "The Venison Diplomat" and they chat about how GMA recently caught a Poacher using DNA of Hog Deer, Bans for illegal hunting activity, Political issues that influence hunters and the everyday Australian, Bush Poetry with a Deer Hunting one for listeners at the end of the episode and much more. There is plenty in this one! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly...
Published 06/09/24
Matt is joined by Phoebe Youd from the Australian Deer Association (ADA). She is the President of the ACT/Snowy Mountains Branch. Topics include: Deer hunting; ADA; Hunting Clubs; Women in hunting; Women in shooting; Hunting with family and friends; Deer management; Conservation and plenty more. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic,...
Published 06/02/24
Matt is joined again by Erik who recounts taking a Sambar Deer with his compound bow and what he learnt along the way. He also talks about hunting Red and Fallow during the roar and rut this year. He also gives some tips on how to find out what tree species that specific deer browse on and plenty more. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question,...
Published 05/26/24
Matt is joined by Brad from Aussie Skull Mounts and Designs to talk about their awesome new Euro Mount design! This new mount not only makes the skull look likes its floating in mid air but has the ability to tilt and look more natural compared to traditional euro mounts or set it and get the traditional look suspended in mid air. They also talk about Brad's Metal Art products and his hunting background. Check out there website here. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything...
Published 05/19/24
Matt is joined by Frank to recount the Hunt Camp up at Nundle for the Fallow Deer Rut and Red Deer Roar. Plenty of stories in this one! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the show, shoot an email to [email protected] or via our socials. Disclaimer
Published 05/12/24
Matt is joined by Mat Irwin to recount his fantastic Red Deer Stag that he shot in the 2024 Roar and it being his first ever Red Deer. What an amazing story from a relatively new hunter who is out there having a crack and it certainly paid off. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to...
Published 05/05/24
The Victorian Government is looking at potentially reclassifying 390,000 hectares of State Forest in the Central Highlands that is currently for public use into National Parks. Please access the link (by clicking here) and give your feedback before 6th of May 2024.
Published 05/04/24
Matt is joined by Sam who recently got his first deer with the bow after 5 years chasing them. He also got his second deer just after the first and recounts both stories! Matt also shares his second state forest deer story and a slip up with the knife that landed him in hospital for a couple of stitches. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question,...
Published 04/28/24
Matt is joined by Graham David who has recently taken a lead role on the Facebook group called Hunting Australia. If you have ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to keep these groups working then you will like this episode, where they talk about Facebook rules, strikes, moderation, violations and plenty more. Topics include: Alone TV show; NSW State Forest hunting; Getting private access; Aerial culling; Hunting National Parks; Hunters for the hungry; Hunting as eco-tourism;...
Published 04/21/24
Matt is joined by Haroon Khan and they talk all about hunting on public land in NSW state forests. Both of them have a love for the NSW Snowy Mountains. Haroon talks about his journey and what he has learnt along the way. Check out Khan Adventures on Youtube! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that...
Published 04/14/24
Matt is joined by Sam in Hunt Camp, whilst in the NSW Snowy Mountains scouting for the rut. Recording throughout the trip they recount the highs and lows of this hunt as it is happening. Matt gets his first public land deer and they discuss what happened. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like...
Published 04/07/24
Matt is joined by Sean who filmed an extremely distressing video that went viral of a Hog Deer that was incapacitated and was suspected to be poisoned (see the video by clicking here). They discuss the events that occurred on the film, the heart breaking scenes, advocacy, conservation, hunting, filming and plenty more! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have...
Published 03/31/24
Matt is joined by Chace who is a contestant on Alone Australia Season 2 on SBS. He was one of ten contestants who tackled the New Zealand South Island in the hit TV show. The boys discuss the exciting journey and his background in hunting and bushcraft, which has played a vital role in this awesome adventure and opportunity. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If...
Published 03/24/24
Matt is joined by Ian Hurley who is one third of The Hunters Campfire Podcast. The boys talk about NSW State Forest hunting, technology, gear, laws, hunting over dogs, tips, tricks and their upcoming Hunt Camp at Nundle and plenty more! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the...
Published 03/17/24
MadMatt 4WD joins the podcast to talk about the outdoors, 4WDing, off-roading, the basics, a bit of recovery, you name it! A tool of the trade for most outdoor enthusiasts and a well-known public figure in the 4x4 space who is a wealth of knowledge and an awesome bloke to boot. If you are new to 4x4 driving, have some experience or just keen to learn more check out MadMatt 4WD on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram or the website. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned...
Published 03/10/24
Matt is joined by Erik, who is an Environmental Scientist and Bowhunter. They discuss all thing wildlife management and start to discuss 1080 from a scientific point of view. This was a super interesting discussion which raised a variety of wildlife management options. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest...
Published 03/03/24
Matt is joined by Josh from The Modern Hunter and they get into his product line of Maven Scopes with a little bit on Tricer as well. The boys chat about chasing Fallow Deer and Red Deer and why Josh loves NSW State Forest hunting. Check out The Modern Hunter on Instagram and Facebook. Stick around until the end for the first Rut N Roar story! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter)...
Published 02/25/24
Matt talks about the recent ban on Groper fishing in NSW on the back of no evidence, research or data. This 12 month ban has been done by emotion and not anything else from a politician who can't even name the species she has banned in a photo. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear...
Published 02/24/24
Matt is joined by Dylan Smith from The Wilderlifer who has some awesome content on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook. They discuss chasing Fallow Deer in the rut and what has worked for him. Dylan talks about butchering with plans to create some resources for hunters on the subject and a variety of other topics. This one is packed full of great information for all those hunting Fallow Deer or Dama Dama. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to...
Published 02/18/24
Matt is joined by Chrissy Wells who goes by 'The Aussie Huntress'. We chat about all things Fallow Deer and the Rut. Chrissy shares a couple of stories and how she got into hunting and more! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the show, shoot an email to...
Published 02/11/24
Have you read Secrets of the Reds? If not, then you are missing out! Matt is joined by Author of the book Paul Rattray who is based in Queensland and provides listeners with a tonne of valuable information to chase Red Deer in the upcoming Roar. Paul has an amazing backstory, growing up in Borneo and learning his hunting skills from the native tribes people before coming back to Australia and pursuing Red Deer. If you plan on hunting Red Deer and want to enhance your knowledge then his books...
Published 02/04/24
Matt is joined by Tom, owner and creator of Lift and Lock. If you haven't seen this amazing little pulley system you need to check it out. Really handy for hunters and with a vast array of applications this is a must have unit. Check it out on Facebook, Instagram, or the Lift and Lock website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the show, shoot an email to [email protected] or via our socials. Disclaimer
Published 02/03/24
Matt is joined by Danny Ryan and Troy Skene to discuss the recent announcement that Duck Hunting will continue in Victoria. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the show, shoot an email to [email protected] or via our socials. Disclaimer
Published 02/02/24
What is DU135? Join Matt as he chats with Anthony to find out what it is and how amazing the athletes are who do things where they push themselves to the limits! For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show head over to our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter) or website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the show, shoot an email to [email protected] or via our...
Published 01/28/24