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

Welcome to The Big Game Hunting Podcast where host John McAdams discusses subjects like caliber comparisons, Africa hunting, terminal ballistics, intense hunting stories, and more – featuring a wide variety of guests from industry experts to listeners of the show from all over the world. No fluff, no baloney, just one serious big game hunter doing his best to learn, grow, and have fun alongside his listeners. New episodes release every Thursday. Join us to learn more about subjects ranging from

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274: Nosler M21 Review

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2023/09/07

Nosler recently added the new Nosler M21 rifle line to their rifle lineup. This rifle isn't cheap, but they make some big promises on how it performs afield. Is the M21 worth the cash? Or are you better off with something else? Well, I had the chance to evaluate a new M21 rifle chambered in 27 Nosler pretty extensively at the range and afield in 2022. Here's what I think about it. Nosler M21 Review – Blog article referenced in podcast Best Hunting Rifle Slings – Blog article referenced in podcast Ep

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273: Jim Harmer (aka Backfire) on the 6.5 Creedmoor...

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2023/08/31

We have a special guest on the show with us today: Jim Harmer, better known as Backfire on YouTube. I've followed Jim's YouTube channel for a while now and it was great to finally get a chance to talk to him. Today we talk about how he got started in this business, hunting Africa with the 6.5 Creedmoor, the pros and cons of hunting with match bullets, his favorite cartridge and bullet, what the future holds for him, etc. Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive

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272: Roe Deer & Chamois In Spain With Austin Brown & JVB

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2023/08/24

Long-time podcast listener Austin Brown joined me on the show today to talk about his recent roe deer and chamois hunt with Joseph von Benedikt in Spain. As you’ll learn here shortly, they had an incredible adventure hunting two iconic species of European game in some absolutely stunning country. It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows though and they had to deal with some unexpected challenges and adversity on that hunt. Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive

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271: Ryan Muckenhirn On Vortex Rifle Scopes & Binoculars

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2023/08/17

Ryan Muckenhirn from Vortex joined me on The Big Game Hunting Podcast to talk about their hunting scope and binocular lines. Specifically, we talk about the history of Vortex Optics, what makes their products special, and the details of each individual line of scopes and binoculars. We also discuss the details of the Vortex VIP warranty. Learn more about Vortex on their web site or call 1-800-4VORTEX to speak to a representative there for help on any aspect of their products: what to buy, how to use

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270: Muzzleloader Updates For 2023 With Darren Binder

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2023/08/10

Darren Binder from Muzzle-Loaders.com joins me in episode to talk about some of the new developments in the muzzleloader world for 2023. We talk about a couple of important updates to the muzzleloader world, some of which are good, but some of which are disappointing. On one hand, supplies of certain muzzleloader components have greatly improved in recent months. On the other hand, CVA's (hopefully temporary) suspension of production of their Paramount series of muzzleloaders is concerning. Listen

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269: Aaron Minkus Returns To Africa!

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2023/08/03

Aaron Minkus is back on the show today to talk about his return trip to Africa in 2023. He previously hunted Africa back in 2021 as one of the first Americans to make it back to South Africa after the country opened back up after the COVID shut downs (which we talked about in episode 209). He was bitten by the Africa hunting bug on that trip and returned for another fantastic safari this year. In this episode, we talk about how he prepared for his hunt, how things went over there, and some things he

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268: Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT Review

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2023/07/27

Christensen Arms recently upgraded their Ridgeline rifle line to include some new offerings utilizing what they call Flash Forged Technology (FFT). Are the new Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT and FFT Titanium offerings worth the cash? Or are you better off with something else? Well, I took a new Ridgeline FFT chambered in 7mm PRC to Africa this year, where I got a chance to thoroughly test this new rifle out. Here's what I think about it. Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT Review – Blog article

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267: 9.3x62 Mauser Cartridge Profile

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2023/07/20

I have another cartridge comparison for you today where we dive into the specifics of the 9.3x62mm Mauser and how it stacks up against other popular dangerous game cartridges like the 375 H&H Magnum. In this episode I talk about the development of the 9.3x62mm Mauser, how it compares to the 375 H&H, the 416 Rigby, and the 458 Win Mag, the strengths and weaknesses of the 9.3x62, and who would be best served by the advantages the 9.3x62mm Mauser offers. 9.3x62mm Mauser: Your Ultimate Guide – Blog

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266: 6.5 Grendel vs 300 Blackout Cartridge Comparison

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2023/07/13

I have another cartridge comparison for you today where we’ll compare the 6.5 Grendel and 300 Blackout. Both are effective and popular cartridges, especially among those who like to hunt or shoot with the AR-15 platform. Though there’s some overlap in their capabilities, you’ll learn here shortly that there’s a pretty significant divergence in what they’re best suited for. In this episode, I investigate the 6.5 Grendel vs 300 Blackout debate in detail and provide some insight into which cartridge is

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265: 7mm Precision Rifle Cartridge Profile

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2023/07/06

Better buckle up because today's episode is the one you've been looking for: a detailed analysis of the new 7mm Precision Rifle Cartridge from Hornady. In this episode I talk about the development of the 7mm PRC, how it stacks up against the 6.5 PRC and the 300 PRC, and who would be best served by the advantages the 7mm PRC offers. 7mm PRC: Your Ultimate Guide – Blog article referenced in podcast Best 7mm PRC Ammo For Hunting Deer, Elk, & Bear – Blog article referenced in podcast Best 7mm PRC Rifles

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01:14:36

264: The Logistics Of Hunting Africa Part 2 (Taxidermy)

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2023/06/29

I unfortunately ran out of time to really do justice to the taxidermy side of things back in episode 254 where I discussed the logistics of hunting Africa, so that’s what we’re going to talk about today: an overview of how you get my trophies home after your hunt, some common problems I hear a lot of people having, and a little bit of inside baseball about the ugly side of the taxidermy industry in Africa. Show sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting

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01:14:28

263: 2023 Africa Podcast Hunt Recap Part 2

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2023/06/22

As promised, I have a more comprehensive recap of my recent African safari hunt with several podcast listeners for you today. I’ll talk about that hunt in more detail today and provide some reflections on how my equipment, especially my new 7mm PRC rifle, performed. Watch the video of our hunt here (make sure you subscribe to my YouTube channel, like that video, and leave a comment). Email me at john@thebiggamehuntingblog.com and let me know what you'd potentially like to hunt if you're interested

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262: AXIL XCOR Ear Bud Launch With Weston Harris

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2023/06/15

The folks at AXIL sent me a set of the new XCOR ear buds just in time for me to take them on my recent hunt in Africa. I wore them every day over there and holy cow am I impressed with their performance. I still like the GS Extreme ear buds, but I think the new XCOR ear buds are a big step up in quality and fix a lot of the issues people didn’t like about the GS Extreme. In that vein, Weston Harris is back on the show with us today to talk about the new XCOR ear buds, what makes them special, how

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261: Live From South Africa!

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2023/06/08

Join me, the two podcast listeners who I hunted with in Africa, and 2 of our PHs for an informal "campfire style" discussion of the highlights of our safari! 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 john@thebiggamehuntingblog.com if you're

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260: 22 Hornet Cartridge Profile

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2023/06/01

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

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259: 270 vs 7mm Rem Mag Cartridge Comparison

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2023/05/25

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

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258: 25-06 vs 30-06 Cartridge Comparison

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2023/05/18

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

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257: Mark Huelsing On EXO's New K4 Pack

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2023/05/11

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,

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256: Tim Lesser On Leupold Rifle Scopes & Binoculars

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2023/05/04

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

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255: Hog Hunting With Knives And Hounds With Evan...

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2023/04/27

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,

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