Big Game Hunting Podcast - Hunting Africa, North America, & More!

I have another cartridge profile for you today where we'll dive into the details of the 22 Hornet and see how it compares to the 22 Long Rifle, the 22 Magnum, and the 223 Remington. I think you'll agree with me that, at first glance anyway, it makes a whole lot more sense to use more modern cartridges like the .223 Remington or the .220 Swift instead of the .22 Hornet for small game and varmint hunting. However, even though the cartridge has been around for almost a century, and even though it can't come anywhere close to the performance of those newer cartridges on paper, the .22 Hornet is still a very useful varmint hunting cartridge. Well, that's what I'm going to talk about in this episode as I break down the 22 Hornet in detail and give you the information you need to determine if it's well suited for your individual needs.

22 Hornet: A Small Cartridge With A Potent Sting – Blog article referenced in podcast

Best 22 Hornet Ammo For Hunting - 22 Hornet hunting ammo recommendations

Best Hunting Ear Protection For Sportsmen – Ear protection recommendations

Best Rifle Scopes For Hunting - Rifle scope recommendations

Best Hunting Rifle Slings - Rifle sling recommendations

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Hunting Guns 101: If you enjoy these cartridge comparison episodes, then you will love Hunting Guns 101 because it's full of the same sort of information contained in these episodes, just with even more detail and analysis. Hunting Guns 101 is jam packed with useful information about practical ballistics and firearms in general that will help you be more successful afield and fill more tags on your hunts.

This training will teach you what you need to know about practical ballistics and is guaranteed to be both a time and money saver going forward with future gear purchases. Go to huntingguns101.com/form and submit the order form to receive instant access.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/22-hornet/

I have another cartridge comparison for you today where we'll compare the 270 Winchester and the 7mm Remington Magnum. Both are effective and useful cartridges with dedicated fan bases, and there's some overlap in their capabilities, but you'll learn here shortly that there's a divergence in what they're best suited for. In this episode, I investigate the 270 vs 7mm Rem Mag debate in detail and provide some insight into which cartridge is better suited for common hunting situations so you can make an informed decision on which one will work best for your individual needs.

270 vs 7mm Rem Mag Review & Comparison – Blog article referenced in podcast

Show Sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Hunting Guns 101: If you enjoy these cartridge comparison episodes, then you will love Hunting Guns 101 because it's full of the same sort of information contained in these episodes, just with even more detail and analysis. Hunting Guns 101 is jam packed with useful information about practical ballistics and firearms in general that will help you be more successful afield and fill more tags on your hunts.

This training will teach you what you need to know about practical ballistics and is guaranteed to be both a time and money saver going forward with future gear purchases. Go to huntingguns101.com/form and submit the order form to receive instant access.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/270-vs-7mm-rem-mag/

I have another cartridge comparison for you today where we'll compare the 25-06 Remington and the 30-06 Springfield. I think most hunters would agree the legendary 30-06 Springfield is an excellent all-around hunting cartridge. While it does indeed offer many advantages to hunters, it's not perfect. Indeed, cartridges like the 25-06 Remington handily outperform the old 30-06 in some areas. But on the other hand, the 30-06 is a significantly better choice than the 25-06 for other uses. So which one is best for you? Well, that's what I'm going to talk about in this episode as I break down the 25-06 vs 30-06 debate in detail and give you the information you need to determine which one is best for your individual needs.

25-06 vs 30-06 Review & Comparison – Blog article referenced in podcast

Best 30-06 Ammo– 30-06 Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best Hunting Ear Protection For Sportsmen – Ear protection recommendations

Show Sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Hunting Guns 101: If you enjoy these cartridge comparison episodes, then you will love Hunting Guns 101 because it's full of the same sort of information contained in these episodes, just with even more detail and analysis. Hunting Guns 101 is jam packed with useful information about practical ballistics and firearms in general that will help you be more successful afield and fill more tags on your hunts.

This training will teach you what you need to know about practical ballistics and is guaranteed to be both a time and money saver going forward with future gear purchases. Go to huntingguns101.com/form and submit the order form to receive instant access.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/25-06-vs-30-06/

Mark Huelsing from EXO Mountain Gear is back with us on the podcast today to talk about their new K4 hunting pack. I got the chance to test that pack out on my Arizona elk hunt last year before it was released to the general public. I love it and think it's a great pack and you'll learn why here today.

Learn more about EXO packs on their web site or call (208) 995-4688 to speak to a representative there for help on any aspect of their products: what to buy, how to use it, what to do if it breaks, etc. Be sure to check out The Hunt Backcountry Podcast Mark and Steve host as well.

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Ep 77: Mark Huelsing's Self-Guided Archery Elk Hunt In Colorado – Mark's previous interview referenced in podcast

Ep 86: Mark Huelsing On How To Choose A Hunting Pack – Mark's previous interview referenced in podcast

Ep 168: Bighorn Sheep Hunting With Steve Speck – Steve's previous interview referenced in podcast

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/mark-huelsing-k4/

Amazingly, I've never had anyone from Leupold on the show to this point. Well, I fixed that issue this week: Tim Lesser from Leupold is joining us on the big game hunting podcast. Today, we're going to talk about the history of Leupold, their hunting scope lineup, and their hunting binoculars. We talk a little about the history of Leuopld, what makes their products special, and the details of each individual line of scopes and binoculars. We also discuss the details of their Leupold lifetime guarantee and even a couple of more interesting warranty claims.

Learn more about Leupold on their web site or call 1-800-LEUPOLD to speak to a representative there for help on any aspect of their products: what to buy, how to use it, what to do if it breaks, etc.

Best Scopes For Deer Hunting – Article referenced in podcast

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/tim-lesser-leupold-rifle-scopes--binoculars/

Evan Siembida from Siembida custom knives is back with us on the podcast today to talk about hunting with hounds and knives (yes, you heard that right). He recently designed a new type of knife specifically for pig sticking and he went on a couple of pretty exciting hog hunts down here in Texas to test that knife out.

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Contact Evan on Instagram at Siembida_Custom_Knives or call him at 740-270-9057

Contact Cole Gerhardt at 940-261-0649 to look into doing one of those hound hog hunts for yourself.

Follow me on Instagram here to see photos of Evan's hogs and the new Harpy knife.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/hog-hunting-knives-hounds-evan-siembida/

I get emails all the time from people asking me questions about the logistics of hunting Africa: what's the best airline, how do I take my rifle with me, what vaccinations do I need, how do I pay for my hunt, how much should I tip, what's the deal with taxidermy, how do I get my trophies home after the hunt, etc. Those are all good questions, especially for someone who has never been to Africa before. Fortunately for you, we're going to discuss that in detail today.

How to fill out the SAPS 520 form (which you'll need to do if you're hunting or transiting South Africa and bringing a rifle)

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Get in touch with me to make your Africa hunting dreams come true at our new camp in South Africa's Limpopo Province where we offer outstanding hunting safaris, simplified hunt logistics, assistance with many of the pain points associated with a hunt, and up front pricing with no extra fees. Visit bestsafarihunt.com to learn more or contact me directly at [email protected]. Make sure you say you heard about Big Game Hunting Adventures through The Big Game Hunting Podcast for a special bonus!

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/logistics-of-hunting-africa-part-1/

Mike Arnold is back on the show again today to talk to us about his recent trip to the west African country of Cameroon. We'll discuss how his trip went, what the hunting is like there, and also discuss another few examples of the benefits of well-regulated hunting for both the local population and wildlife in general.

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

I highly recommend purchasing a copy of Bringing Back The Lions. Pick up a physical copy, download the Kindle version, or get the audiobook here.

Ep 213: Africa's Most Dramatic Conservation Success Story – Mike's previous interview referenced in podcast

Benefits of Hunting – Article referenced in podcast

MikeArnoldOutdoors.com – Visit Mike's web site here and read the articles he wrote about his trip to Cameroon

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/hunting-cameroon-mike-arnold/

Kevin Robertson is back on the show again today and gives us a glimpse behind the curtain when it comes to how to become a Professional Hunter (PH) in Zimbabwe, what the training is like to get that certification, and a look at the practical and business side of being a professional hunter and an outfitter in Africa.

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

I highly recommend purchasing a copy of Kevin's books: It Shouldn't Happen and The Perfect Shot II. You will not be disappointed with either book. Go to thebiggamehuntingblog.com/kevin to get copies of each one.

Benefits of Hunting – Article referenced in podcast

Best Africa Hunting Books – Kevin mentions many of these titles in this podcast

Previous Kevin Robertson appearances on The Big Game Hunting Podcast:

Ep 97: Africa Hunting Bullets 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 103: Africa Hunting Rifles 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 124: Cape Buffalo Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 125: Cape Buffalo Hunting 101 Part 2 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 154: Leopard Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 155: Lion Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 176: Elephant Conservation With Kevin Robertson

Ep 177: Elephant Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 178: Crocodile Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 179: Hippopotamus Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 205: Hunting Africa With A Lever Action Rifle With Kevin Robertson

Ep 206: Classic Africa Hunting Cartridges With Kevin Robertson

Ep 207: Hyena Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/become-a-professional-hunter/

Wouldn't it be nice if there were a company that would produce ammunition specifically designed for optimum performance in your rifle? Or a company that could provide ammunition in a wide range of cartridges (to include some obsolete cartridges no longer in production with most companies) that's also available loaded with a bunch of different premium hunting bullets? Well, that company exists: its name is Superior Ammunition and their President, Lonnie Cribb, is on the podcast to talk to us today.

Learn more about Superior Ammunition on their web site or call Lonnie at 843-830-3139.

Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and Sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Get in touch with me to make your Africa hunting dreams come true at our new camp in South Africa's Limpopo Province. I'm currently offering special pricing (plus a special bonus for podcast listeners) in order to fill our last couple of openings for 2023. Visit bestsafarihunt.com to learn more (prices listed there do not reflect the discount) or contact me directly at [email protected]. Make sure you say you heard about Big Game Hunting Adventures through The Big Game Hunting Podcast for a special bonus!

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/superior-ammunition/