This week Matty is joined by the legendary Isaac Daly. Isaac, also known as Shrek is the man behind the Noob Spearo podcast and has recently started running spear fishing educational courses. Matty recently completed the beginners course and was absolutely chuffed with the outcome of the weekend. The boys dive deep into the spearfishing world and Shrek's experiences   Podcast topic: Getting acquainted Noob Spearo beginningsThe opportunities gifted.Releasing a...

This week Matty is joined by Aaron Whitaker. Aaron’s social media presence across instagram and YouTube has helped to educate many and spread the good word of hunting to thousands. From bowhunting goats to reloading bullets and everything in between that the outdoors have to offer. Recently Aaron went on an exploration to New Zealand to hunt bull Tahr and Matty and Aaron showcase the trip and items needed/things to think about if you’d like to mirror a trip over the pond like...

Somewhere between the inception of magazines being the only bit of Australian bowhunting content and the creation of myspace, there was a time when online forums reigned supreme. And the guest on today’s episode Mr Luke Griffin, is the man behind the wildly popular forum: The Bowhunters Group Of Australia. Luke shares som incredible yarns from while he was running the forum and explains some of the great journey’s it took him on. And while the forums are back up and running...

This week Matty is joined by the machine Grant “RANDY” Rand. Grant’s only recently returned from his Bulgarian hunt, and this one is a well requested episode from the Becoming A Bowhunter community. The boys unpack everything you need to know about getting yourself over to Bulgaria to hunt what’s debatably the best wild fallow deer in the world. Podcast topic: - flights FlightsLanguage barriers - they’re a thingChanging the rules because of foolsThe traditions introduced...

This week Matty is joined by the machine Grant “RANDY” Rand. Grant’s only recently returned from his Bulgarian hunt, and this one is a well requested episode from the Becoming A Bowhunter community. The boys unpack everything you need to know about getting yourself over to Bulgaria to hunt what’s debatably the best wild fallow deer in the world. Podcast topic: - flights FlightsLanguage barriers - they’re a thingChanging the rules because of foolsThe traditions introduced...

This week Matty’s joined in the flesh by Jas Ritchie. Jas joined Matty and Adam in camp for a night to meet up and get a podcast recorded and the boys came through with the goods. Jas has ben bowhunting for 15 years+ and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to slaying some for the biggest and best boars and billy’s NSW has to offer. It’s a very insightful podcast but not the only one we’ll share with Jas.  Podcast topics: Growing up with an old man that huntsWhat level of...

This week Matty’s joined by returning guest and good friend Adam Barter. This is another in-camp podcast where the boys are mid-journey uncovering some of their findings from a paid block in NSW. They have a lot of laughs, and Adam shares some cool insights from his background in horticulture, all relevant to hunting. Podcast topics: - The Epitome a biodiverse haven  Chopper shootsHunting paid blocksWhat do foxes and cows have in common?Bushbuck bag review Pigs! Pigs!...

This week, Matty’s joined by returning guest Benny Salleras. Ben is an avid bowhunter who’s very passionate about preserving this way of life we all love and adore.  He’s spent thousands of hours out hunting and guiding. In today’s podcast, we talk about something that isn’t brought to light on social media or many platforms at all… And that is What to do when you’ve hit an animal and the shot placement hasn’t gone to plan. With Ben’s knowledge and the amount of...

This week is the last of the recent podcast Matty went on down to the Hunter Valley Region. In todays episode you’ll hear a recap of just one day of hunting but believe us when we say… There are a lot of opportunities and learnings to be shared. With both Liam and Paul Woods sharing many insights and gold nuggets throughout the day — Corey, Kellan and Matty try to share some of that gold throughout this episode. Find or special guests: Corey Stenhouse:...

This weeks podcast comes to you from deer camp, only today Matty takes a slightly different approach. You’ll hear from 4 different members of the camp — only today we’re talking favourite stories from the bush. There’s a lot to be learned from asking questions… However sometimes it’s just bloody good to hear about the adventures and fun times in camp… And so today, that is what we’re delivering. A compilation of favourite stories in the wild.  And much much...

Bringing you another ripper of an episode straight from the middle of Deer Camp. This was at the end of day 2 of the recent Bush Buck Trip that Matty and the boys did. Warning good times were had and there was no filter on swear words as the drinks were flowing. Podcast topics:  Hunting torches Our honest thoughts on the Bush Buck GearFinding habitat that’s suited to specific species Knowing your blockPigs, pigs, pigs, pigs, pigs, and pigsThe funny farm The story of...

This week Matty’s joined by 2 of our Kiwi Brothers Struan Purdie & Toby Nichols Toby was the brains behind a recent Bush Buck adventure we all embarked on and Struan was the man behind capturing the whole thing. However as you’ll find in this podcast the boys are both seasoned hunters and been on many a journey through NZ. Podcast topics:  The beginnings of this adventure Becoming a bowhunter: Toby’s editionIn Greenland hunting sealsGetting into filming huntsHunting...

This week Matty’s joined in a slightly different way… He put out the call on Socials for questions for a Q&A and the reply was huge… So He brought in a mixture of previous guests to help out with a range of different questions. Podcast topics:  1,3, or 5 pin sightsShot process Fallow, fallow and more fallow. Caping an animal and preserving the skin Meat safety Arrow shafts for kids and shorter womenThe Bowhunters challenge Something about horn sizes Why choose a bow if you...

This week Matty’s joined by repeat guest mr Jack Spinks. Jack is well known and well respected in the world of stick bows… And if you’ve seen the critters he puts down you’ll know why. We have a lot of laughs as Jack shares a wealth of knowledge and highlights from his bowhunting adventures. Podcast topics: - the  The cod conundrum Buying the perfect stick bowThey don’t make em like they used toJack’s involvement with the bowhunters domain shaftsHow to not die in campThe...

Welcome to the second century of the podcast. This week Matty fills you in on some event successful hunts… Plus, The 10 lessons he’s learnt from bowhunting that translate into everyday life as well! The lessons are: Progress comes in small steps Slow is smooth smooth is fast The world doesn’t owe you anything  You have to develop your own moral and ethical compass There’s support in every community  The work starts where you think the journey...

We have a stacked line up for our 100th Episode. Slightly different layout to normal as this is from the live event hosted at Dog and Gun Coffee HQ. They put on a break with a panel including: Brad Smith @bradsmith_bowhunt_downunder Ian Summers @iansummersofficial Kev Schilf @Kev_Schilf Between these 3 men thee is more than a lifetime of bowhunting experience. And the best part is… There is a crowd of bowhunters picking their brains. Find the boys:  Brad...

This week Matty catches up with Holly Boon Holly fell back in love with the wild in her early 20s and decided to start going on solo camping adventures. This soon lead to a desire to pick up a rifle and hunt while out on adventures… Which then lead to picking up a bow. Holly gives some incredible tips for women looking to get into hunting in general but in particular bowhunting. Podcast topics: The innate calling back to the wildGetting close to wild animals...

This week Matty catches up with retiring guest Liam Woods. Liam had an absolute stellar rut this year and he gives us a FULL run down of how it all played out. Liam’s incredibly mindful of his approach to bowhunting and absolutely loves helping others to become the best ethical bowhunters they can be. If you’re not already following Liam on social be sure to jump across and follow him on instagram as he’s regularly putting up incredibly educational content for other...

This week Matty catches up with top selling author Ross O’Meara. Recently Ross Published his wild game cookbook “Wild Meat” and it quickly rose to top ranks all around the world. Ross is a top bloke and a fellow rifle and bowhunter who has sourced and been responsible for his own meat for over 15 years now. Ross’s approach to cooking is really basic which makes it even more accessible for the everyday average Joe in the kitchen. Podcast topics: Wild Meat - The...

This week Matty delivers a recap from his week away chasing Red Deer during the 2023 roar. There’s a few characters to this story that Matty gets you well acquainted with in the podcast.  Like, Scotty - Matty’s brother in law  Cecil the 6x7 who hangs out on wattle hill The big bodied SPIKER  And of course the one and only Frank The Tank - a dream stag for Matty. Podcast topics: Scotty’s first huntThe ghost that got awayThe Big Bodied SpikerOur introduction to...

Ian Summers is finally back for round two. After laying down some of the best advice in episode 1 on how to buy the perfect bow Ian is back talking about 1%ers to make you the best bowhunter possible. When you’re doing something as unpredictable as bowhunting it’s important to take control of what you can… And in this episode, Ian helps you to do just that. Podcast topics: - tuning a bow is like skinning a cat Paper tuning? 1% after 1% makes you better when everything else is...

David Luxford has been bowhunting for 34 years and during that time has seen and achieved a lot. Bowhunting has taken him all around Australia and has seen him take ALL species able to be hunted in Aus. He’s a veteran writer and if you’ve got a collection of bowhunting magazines there is a fair chance you’ve read many of his publications before… However he also wrote a book on bowhunting as well as a book on taxidermy. To say he’s knowledgeable is an...

This week Matty is joined by repeat guest Brad Murphy @thebowhuntingcoach Brad’s been bowhunting for over 20 years now, so it’s safe to say he has a wealth of knowledge… Knowledge that he’s now compiled into a course he’s calling “Building Better Bowhunter” For more information on the course listen to the full episode and head over to Brad’s website www.thebowhuntingcoach.com Podcast topics:   - Hunting in the extreme cold You can never be prepared enough Hunting musk oxBuilding...

This week Matty is joined by the legend of the red deer — Kev Schilf. You may remember him from episode #2 where Kev came in and shared his knowledge on Reds… Well he’s back, only this time we get very specific on the roar. … But more importantly, he shares how YOU can have your best rut to date. Podcast topics:  Understanding the RoarThe migration The first days of roaringThe actual best time to be in the bush Sleeping with the critters What you should listen forHow and when to...

This week Matty is joined by the legend from the north Harry Stenton. Harry has been running the operations at True Wild Outfitters for the past 5 years and boy does he have some gold nuggets to share when it comes to the bovine species. Podcast topics:  Harry’s beginnings in hunting and life What’s a Englishmen doing running an outfitters operation in the Northern TerritoryThe beginnings of True Wild OutfittersWhat Expectations should you take on a huntAll the gear with all the...