I just got back from the Shoot2Hunt course in Montana—six days, over 1,000 rounds fired, and one of the most useful shooting experiences I've ever had. In this video, I break down my full review of the course and give you a framework for evaluating any shooting or hunting course before dropping serious money on it. 

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SJ from Biltong Depot joins to discuss the art and science of biltong, how it differs from jerky, its nutritional benefits for hunters, and how he brought authentic South African biltong to America. We also cover DIY biltong making, backpacking with biltong, and using it on a carnivore diet.

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SJ, Owner of Biltong Depot. South African native bringing authentic biltong to the U.S. (biltongdepot.com)  

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In this episode, I sit down with Tim McDonald—who started hunting at 64 and killed his first bear at 65 on a backcountry hunt in Idaho’s Selway Wilderness. We talk about what triggered his late start into hunting, his year-long preparation process, the physical training and gear purchases, how he overcame “first shot” nerves, and why hunting has completely transformed his life.

If you’re an adult-onset hunter, especially over 40 or 50, this episode has real-world advice you can apply immediately.

Tim McDonald — First-time backcountry hunter at 64, killed his first bear at 65. 

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In this episode, I sit down with Joe Nowicki, U.S. rep for African Bowhunting Adventures, to break down the logistics, expectations, and economics of hunting in South Africa. Joe brings the hunter’s perspective—he’s chased elk, deer, and other big game across the U.S.—and now helps guide Americans into affordable, action-packed safaris that actually make sense.

We talk gear, planning, travel, hidden costs, bowhunting setups, species selection, trophy shipping, and what’s real versus total BS in the African hunting industry. If you’ve looked into an African hunt and thought, “Is this for real?”—this episode answers that.

Joe also covers how to avoid getting burned by shady operators, what bowhunting setups look like on the ground, and why South Africa is one of the best ways to get reps and adventure as a bowhunter—without blowing your life savings.

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In this episode, I sit down with Brett, a hardcore hunter turned spearfisherman. We dive into how spearfishing is hunting, not just fishing, and why it's gaining major traction. Brett shares how the sport is expanding across states, why it's so welcoming, and how it builds physical and mental toughness. We cover everything from gear and access to tournaments and teaching your kids to dive. This is a powerful conversation for hunters looking for new challenge and purpose.

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How I setup my backpack hunting food. It's a system that works.

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Jimmy Oswald joins Cliff to unpack 20+ weeks of experience hunting in Africa. Elephant hunts, safari booking tips, high fence truths, and how to make the most of your first African hunting trip.

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Retired SEAL sniper Steve Messer joins Cliff to drop some marksmanship knowledge for backcountry hunters. From making cold bore shots under pressure to the harsh realities of gear failure and range naivety, this episode is a no-BS guide to shooting better and hunting smarter. They dive into marksmanship fundamentals, mental checklists, field prep, survival gear, and how most hunters are unprepared for the mountains. If you want to shoot better and hunt ethically, there are a bunch of tips and tricks in this one.

Steve Messer
Retired SEAL sniper and survival instructor. 

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Cliff sits down with his Puerto Rico hunting buddy Jesse to talk island survival—spearfishing, wild pigs, ciguatera, and more. A raw, wild episode on living off the land and exploring hunting and fishing opportunities off the beaten path. 

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Cliff sits down with Jeremy Dugger—owner of Expert Archery in Farmington, NM. Jeremy has collected over 500 real-world data points from bowhunters and breaks down what really matters in your setup. Fixed vs mechanical broadheads, arrow weight, draw weight, and shot distance—all backed by actual outcomes, not marketing hype.

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