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

I'm focusing the next few episodes here in January and February 2023 on new products and updates from rifle and ammunition manufacturers. This is the time of year when companies in the sporting good community unveil their new products and I think this is a great opportunity to talk about some of this new stuff in detail Eric Miller is first out of the gate for 2023 to talk about what's new with Federal Premium.

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If you're a serious hunter looking for a true African hunting adventure, get in touch with me to make that dream come true at our new camp in South Africa's Limpopo Province. We have limited availability during June, July, August, September, October, and November 2023. We also have limited availability in 2024. 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/federal-premium-2023/

As promised, I have a more comprehensive recap of my west Texas sandhill crane hunt with several podcast listeners. Unlike the previous episode, it's just me in this one and I'll talk about my experience in more detail, to include some reflections on how my equipment performed.

Subscribe to my Patreon channel to see video from this hunt before I release it elsewhere. Additionally, Patreon subscribers will hear about any potential future podcast hunts before the general public and will also receive first priority on available spots.

Message me through Patreon or email me at [email protected] if you're interested in potentially joining me on a hunt in the future for sandhill crane (or some other type of hunt) with some other podcast listeners.

Show Sponsor: If you're a serious hunter looking for a true African hunting adventure, get in touch with me to make that dream come true at our new camp in South Africa's Limpopo Province. We have limited availability during June, July, August, September, October, and November 2023. We also have limited availability in 2024. 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 to a special bonus!

Ep 238: 2023 Sandhill Crane Podcast Hunt Part 1 – Episode referenced in podcast

Ep 185: Sandhill Crane Hunting 101 With Austin Petree – Episode referenced in podcast

Ep 173: Sandhill Crane Hunting, Steve Rinella, & Me – Episode referenced in podcast

Ep 172: Elk Hunting With A 6.5 Creedmoor vs 300 Win Mag With Mark Floyd – Episode referenced in podcast

Mossberg 940 Pro Field Shotgun Review: What You Need To Know- Learn more about the Mossberg 940 Pro Field

Winchester Bismuth Shotshells: Your Complete Guide- Learn more about Winchester's new bismuth waterfowl ammo

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/sandhill-crane-podcast-hunt-part-2

I just made it home from a fantastic hunt over in west Texas for sandhill crane with several podcast listeners. Today's episode is a short "campfire style" discussion of the highlights of day 1 of the hunt from everyone who joined me there. I'm about to record a more detailed recap of the hunt that you'll receive in a few days, but I wanted to get this out to you as soon as possible because I know a lot of listeners have been very excited to hear how our hunt went.

Subscribe to my Patreon channel to see video from this hunt before I release it elsewhere. Additionally, Patreon subscribers will hear about any potential future podcast hunts before the general public and will also receive first priority on available spots.

Message me through Patreon or email me at [email protected] if you're interested in potentially joining me on a hunt in the future for sandhill crane (or some other type of hunt) with some other podcast listeners.

Ep 185: Sandhill Crane Hunting 101 With Austin Petree – Episode referenced in podcast

Ep 173: Sandhill Crane Hunting, Steve Rinella, & Me – Episode referenced in podcast

Mossberg 940 Pro Field Shotgun Review: What You Need To Know- Learn more about the Mossberg 940 Pro Field

Winchester Bismuth Shotshells: Your Complete Guide- Learn more about Winchester's new bismuth waterfowl ammo

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/crane-podcast-hunt-part-1/

It's been awhile since we've done a rifle company profile. With that in mind, RJ Contorno is joining us on the show today to talk about Savage Arms. We're going to talk about the entire line of Savage's centerfire rifles from the Axis to the 110 and everything in between. I learned a few things about Savage myself during this interview, and I'm sure you will too.

Learn more at SavageArms.com and check out their Special Order Department if you're looking for a special rifle they don't offer in their catalog.

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/savage-arms/

The Savage AXIS is a capable, yet surprisingly reasonably priced hunting rifle. Learn more about the Axis and other rifles in that price class here: Best Hunting Rifles Under $500

Chris Neville from goHunt is on the show today to talk about some changes certain states have made to the draw system in 2023, some new developments from goHunt this year, and the basics how to draw a deer, elk, or antelope tag out west in the near future.

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Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/chris-neville-2023-application-season/

I have another cartridge profile/cartridge comparison today. Specifically, this episode covers the 6mm Creedmoor in detail along with how it compares to the 243 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor cartridges. As you'll learn here in a few minutes, This is another VERY interesting cartridge that I absolutely think is worth considering for North American hunters these days.

Article referenced in show: 6mm Creedmoor: Everything You Need To Know

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).

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.

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Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/6mm-creedmoor/

It's time for another cartridge comparison and today's episode compares the 5.56 NATO/223 Remington, 300 Blackout, and 308 Winchester cartridges. While all three are very popular with modern sporting rifles, the cartridges represent three distinct ways of thinking: smaller, lighter, and faster for the .223/5.56 vs bigger, heavier, and slower for the .308 vs a middle of the road compromise with the .300 Blackout. As you can imagine, this is definitely a case where each is better suited to certain tasks and that's what we're going to talk about in this episode where I investigate the 223 vs 300 Blackout vs 308 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 as a hunter or shooter.

Article referenced in show: 223 vs 300 Blackout vs 308 Review & Comparison

Best 300 Blackout Hunting Ammo

Best 223 Ammo For Hunting Deer

Best 308 Ammo For Hunting

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).

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/223-vs-300-blackout-vs-308/

We have a special guest on the show with us today: Adam Wies, better known as WHO-TEE_ WHO on YouTube. Adam and I met and became friends on our Colorado antelope and bison hunt back on October. He also made a brief appearance in episode 220, but this is the first time I've had him on the show in a one on one interview to talk about how he first got started in this business, some of his more unique hunting goals, etc.

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).

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The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Follow Adam (WHO TEE WHO) on YouTube and on Instagram, check out his web site, and check out some of the videos we talked about in this episode: 6mm Creedmoor vs Fallow Deer, 25-06 vs Pronghorn Antelope, and 35 Whelen vs Bison

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/who_tee_who/

II'm back from my elk hunt in Arizona and I wanted to let you know how things went down there! We're going to talk about how I planned this trip, the story of the hunt, some lessons I learned along the way, and what the future holds for me.

Show Sponsor: Email me at [email protected] to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Make sure you protect your hearing during hunting season by wearing ear protection while you're afield. Visit thebiggamehuntingblog.com/earpro to purchase a set of AXIL GS Extreme earbuds that are comfortable to wear, offer great ear protection, provide up to 6x hearing enhancement, and also have bluetooth connectivity. Plus, you'll also get the best pricing on them in the process (up to 50% off MSRP) through that link.

The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2022-arizona-elk-hunt/

Join Ron Spomer, Joseph von Benedikt, and I for a special live Q&A session for Patreon supporters on Tuesday, 7 December at 9am Mountain time (10am Central). If you have any burning questions you've been dying to ask Ron, Joseph, or me about stuff like backcountry hunting, ballistics, rifles, etc., then this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

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