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Bowyer Podcast

Okayest Podcast Network

This is the Bowyer’s Podcast, part of the Okayest Podcast Network with your host Matthew Morris, amateur bowyer, fairly average traditional bowhunter, and lifelong student of the outdoors. Kick back and enjoy discussions with primitive skills experts, artisans, and outdoorsmen as we explore the revival of old ways in our ever-moderning world.

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All Episodes

46:00

Arizona Bear Camp Part 2

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/10/29

In part two of our Arizona Bear Hunt recap, Matthew and Cody break down the final few days of their adventure. Over the course of five days, they treed ten bears and had an incredible experience exploring the rugged landscapes of southern Arizona.Do we hunt bears as part of a well-managed predator control plan? Absolutely — responsible predator management is essential for maintaining a balanced and healthy ecosystem. Do we hunt bears for food? Yes, that too. Bear meat is delicious and versatile —

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67:24

Trad Bows, Bears, and Hound Dogs_Arizona Bear Camp...

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/10/22

In this episode, host Matthew Morris sits down for a fireside chat at bear camp, joined by guides Paul Nagengast, Cody Anderson, and Ira Hook, along with fellow hunters Ryan and Donovan. The conversation captures the first few days of their bear camp adventure in southern Arizona — a hunt full of firsts. It’s Matthew’s first time hunting bears with hounds, and it’s also the first time the talented guides from P & D Hunts have worked with a traditional bowhunter. Gathered around the campfire with a

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59:56

Stickbow Country with Mark Hoeksema

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Host Matthew Morris sits down with Mark Hoeksema, the voice behind the Stickbow Country Podcast. Mark’s show dives deep into the world of traditional archery, featuring insightful conversations and an impressive line-up of guests from across the archery community.Beyond the mic, Mark is a dedicated family man, an arrow fletcher, and avid bowhunter, pursuing all kinds of big game — from black bears to whitetail deer. Tune in for a great conversation about bowhunting, tradition, and the stories that

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57:45

Rediscovering the Hunt Through Friendship & Adventure...

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Jeff Hairston is a family man, strength coach, and traditional bowhunter. While he was raised in a hunting family, grown-up obligations such as career and raising a family of his own took him out of the field for some time. Jeff picked up the traditional bow only a few years ago, and really dove deep! He just returned from a hunting trip among friends and mentors in South Africa. Listen in as Jeff chronicles his traditional archery journey and his recent hunting adventure. Find Jeff

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72:00

Project Quiver - A Father / Daughter Journey with...

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Todd Howard is a traditional archery instructor, acupuncturist, and martial artist. After spending 15 years serving as the president and founder of one of the world's most recognized holistic medicine colleges in Victoria, Canada, he now spends much of his time in Costa Rica surfing, skating, practicing Brazilian jiujitsu, and travelling with his children. He and his 15-year-old daughter, Ela, are currently touring the world to study under 15 of the best traditional bowyers and to capture their

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79:35

Self Bows and Making Hunting Fun with Greg Krause

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/09/24

On this episode, Matthew sits down with his friend Greg Krause. The two first connected through social media over their shared passions for building self bows, chasing whitetails and bears, and raising wholesome families. After years of being pen pals, they finally had the chance to shoot together at this year’s ETAR, where they enjoyed good fellowship and plenty of laughs. In this conversation, Greg shares his origin story, the values that shape his journey, and a reminder for all of us to never

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67:20

Barefoot Traditional Archers with Lee Hinton

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/09/18

This week Matthew sits down with Lee Hinton, president of the Barefoot Traditional Archers in Burlington, North Carolina. Lee is a prolific whitetail hunter, former IBO World Champion, and a dedicated steward of traditional archery. Gathered around the campfire after a 3D archery shoot, the two dive into fellowship, hunting, and Lee’s personal journey through the world of traditional archery.Find Lee at: Instagram:@lee._hinton Barefoot Traditional Archers:

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82:42

Saxton Pope: Icons of Traditional Bowhunting Vol. 2...

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/09/12

In this episode, we sit down once again with bowhunting historian Gene Hopkins for the second installment of Icons of Traditional Bowhunting. Gene and Matthew explore the importance of preserving bowhunting heritage by documenting the stories of legendary figures like Saxton Pope, Ishi, Art Young, and Will Compton.Many of our traditional bowhunting forefathers left little written record of their adventures or their advocacy for the sport. Gene’s tireless research helps ensure that their

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66:49

EL& B Outdoors -Building a Small Business with Korey...

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Korey Meadows is a husband, father, man of faith, and entrepreneur. Korey is the man behind NC-based EL&B Outdoors, maker of the wedgehead broadhead, a precision machined, high carbon steel, two blade broadhead. Korey and Matthew discuss their journeys into traditional archery, a recent shoot with Barefoot Traditional Archery, and plans for the 2025 whitetail season. Korey is a great dude, and we love to support small businesses. Check out the EL&B Outdoors. Do you have a 2025 traditional archery

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88:11

Adventure and Stewardship with Jim Eeckhout

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/09/03

On this episode Matthew sits down with long-time traditional bowhunter Jim Eeckhout. Jim is a Michigan native and grew up in Fred Bear country. Jim has successfully hunted all sorts of North American big game to include whitetail deer, black bear, mountain goat, caribou, and a whole bunch of other big game critters. Jim has also served as President of Michigan Traditional Bowhunters, and still plays an active role in The Lost Bow Campaign. Find Jim at: Instagram: @jim_eeckhout Michigan

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60:40

Bear Archery with Mr. Neil Byce III

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/08/27

Matthew Morris and Neil Byce III discussed Bear Archery's legacy of making archery accessible and affordable, highlighting its manufacturing history and Neil’s family's deep involvement, including his father's contributions to research and development and his own early career and mentorship by Fred Bear. Neil details Bear Archery's product development, successful reintroductions like the '59 Kodiak, and the enduring popularity of the Montana Longbow, while also sharing anecdotes about Fred Bear's

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84:07

Stripping Away the Unnecessary with Cody D'Acquisto

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/08/20

I've been following our guest, Cody D’Aquisto, and his father on YouTube and Instagram for several years, and I’m continually impressed by their relentless innovation in the hunting space. What stands out even more is Cody’s ability to juggle it all—running a successful business, hosting whitetail clinics, and raising a family. For that, I have a deep respect and admiration for the man. Cody is a highly accomplished bowhunter, a driven innovator, and the founder of Dying Breed Bowhunter. Through his

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102:37

30 Years of Bow Building: Jim Neaves with Centaur...

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Today’s guest is Jim Neaves — a master bowyer with more than three decades of experience under his belt, despite being just shy of 50. Jim began his journey crafting selfbows, but eventually found his true calling in building beautifully designed, lightning-fast laminated recurves and longbows. From his shop in Montana, he runs Centaur Archery — a small, self-owned company built on his lifelong passion for archery and a commitment to one-on-one consultation with every customer. His mission is

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76:53

Bill Vanderheyden with Iron Will Outfitters

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/08/06

In this episode Matthew is joined by Bill Vanderheyden — accomplished bowhunter, engineer, innovator, and the driving force behind Iron Will Outfitters. If you've spent any time in the mountains with a stick and string, you've likely heard the name Iron Will — synonymous with rugged, high-performance hunting gear. From their precision broadheads to purpose-built knives, Iron Will is known for gear that flat-out performs. In this episode, Bill walks us through the Iron Will origin story,

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67:34

Charles Whitwam is Howling for Wildlife

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/07/30

This is a special episode of the Bowyer Podcast — one that goes beyond bows, broadheads, and backstraps. Charles Whitwam and I hope to shed light on a variety of pressing conservation issues… and dare I say it — the growing oppression of hunter rights.Charles Whitwam, Founder and President of Howl for Wildlife — an organization that’s fighting to protect science-based wildlife management across North America. Our wildlife and fisheries are constantly under threat — not from hunters, but from

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86:45

Bears and Bwana Bows with Mark Sasser

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/07/23

Mark Sasser is a California-based traditional bowhunter, co-owner of Bwana Bows, and an all-around good dude. In this episode, Matthew and Mark dive into the often-overlooked world of bowhunting in California, exploring the state’s diverse terrain and abundant game. They also recap Mark’s recent black bear hunt in Manitoba, sharing stories from the field and insights into gear, preparation, and the thrill of the chase.Find Mark at: Instagram: @california_tradbow_hunter Bwana Bows:

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58:30

Western Hunting with Maddy Hoerner

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/07/16

Madison Hoerner is a native Montanan whose lifestyle is deeply rooted in the outdoors. Raised around horses and hunting, Madison developed a passion for traditional bowhunting at an early age, thanks to strong family traditions. Madison is a STRONG gal! She’s actively hunting with a 60lb longbow, and putting large game in the freezer. Listen as Matthew and Madison discuss the blessings of being raised in a hunting family, loving trad bowhunting without necessarily being a “purist,” and hunting big

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113:50

Brian Cook: Beyond the Green with Vuni Gear

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/07/09

On this episode of the Bowyer Podcast, Matthew sits down with Brian Cook—founder and co-owner of Vuni Gear, a cutting-edge hunting apparel company and proud sponsor of the podcast since day one. Brian brings nearly four decades of bowhunting experience to the table, having owned and run several successful archery pro shops in Utah before launching Vuni. Known for its mission to go Beyond the Green, Vuni leads the charge in advanced camouflage technology and high-performance gear that elevates the

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82:41

Randy Cooling w/ Safari Tuff: Hunting Around the World

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/07/02

On this episode of the Bowyer Podcast, Matthew sits down with traditional bowhunting legend Randy Cooling. From the frozen North in pursuit of polar bears to remote corners of the globe chasing wild game, Randy shares stories from a lifetime spent bowhunting at the edges of the map. They dive into his acquisition of Safari Tuff, the trusted gear company built for hardcore traditional archers, and how he's continued to innovate while staying true to the roots of the craft. Be sure to look out for

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61:26

Reuniting with Cubby Hoover

Bowyer Podcast ·

2025/06/25

On this episode of the Bowyer Podcast, Matthew sits down with returning guest and pal Cubby Hoover — a skilled carpenter and traditional bowyer who lives in southern Missouri. The two catch up on the past year, dive into Cubby’s fellowship with the Cane Creek Archery Club, and swap stories, including one about nearly losing a foot while cutting saplings in flip-flops. They also get candid about the healing power of the outdoors and how nature can help pull you out of a dark mental space. Plus, Cubby

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