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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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167: Hunting Stories And Updates From Sportsman's Box

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2021/11/04

It’s November now and deer season is about to start here in the part of Texas where I live and hunt. With that in mind, I have Adam Whitehead and Nic Wilson from Sportsman’s Box on the show with me. This is actually the 3rd time Adam has been on the show to talk about Sportsman’s Box. As you’ll earn here shortly, they have made some MAJOR updates to their already great products that I think you’ll enjoy just in time for the peak of hunting season. Show

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166: 450 Bushmaster vs 458 SOCOM vs 50 Beowulf

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2021/10/28

In this episode we’re going to talk about the 450 Bushmaster, 458 SOCOM, and 50 Beowulf. Those are the three most popular choices for those looking for a big bore cartridge to use in an AR-15. All are capable performers, but there are some situations where it really makes sense to use certain ones in particular. In today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 450 Bushmaster vs 458 SOCOM vs 50 Beowulf so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Article

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Bonus 4: Weston Harris From AXIL On Ear Protection

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2021/10/25

Today we’re going to talk more about ear protection and I have the founder and CEO of AXIL Weston Harris on the show today. We’re going to go into a little more detail on the history of the company, how electronic hearing protection works, and what makes their products special. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/weston-harris-axil/ Show Sponsor: Do yourself a favor and buy some AXIL GS Extreme electronic ear buds for yourself. Go to thebiggamehuntingblog.com/earpro to get the best

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165: 270 vs 280 vs 280 AI vs 7mm Rem Mag Comparison

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2021/10/21

In this episode we’re going to talk about the 270 Winchester, the 280 Remington, the 280 Ackley Improved, and the 7mm Remington Magnum. All of those cartridges are very capable performers, though the 270 and 7mm Rem Mag are much more well known and widely used than the other two. In today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 270 vs 280 Remington vs 280 Ackley Improved vs 7mm Remington Magnum so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you. Article Referenced In

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164: 6.8 Western - The Ultimate Guide

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2021/10/14

Today I have another cartridge profile and cartridge comparison for you. In this episode, I’m going to discuss the history as well as the strengths, weaknesses, and hidden benefits (like rifle and ammo availability) of the new 6.8 Western cartridge in detail. I’ll also provide some information on how the 6.8 Western compares to the 6.5 PRC and .270 Winchester to give you an idea of what sort of performance you can expect from the cartridge and so you can decide if it best fits your needs as a

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163: Javelina Hunting 101

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2021/10/07

Today we’re talking about the basics of javelina hunting: what they are, where they live, why you should hunt them, and how to actually go about hunting them. Just like the title says, this episode covers all the basics of hunting javelina for those who don't quite know where to start hunting these creatures. Reminder: the Arizona javelina application deadline is coming up on 12 October 2021. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/javelina-hunting-101/ Show Sponsor: Trusted my

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162: Moose Hunting With Joseph von Benedikt

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2021/09/30

Joseph von Benedikt is back on the show again today to talk about moose hunting. As always, Joseph does a great job of telling some very interesting and detailed stories of some really cool hunts. In this episode, he shares the story of 2 moose hunts in Canada as well as a moose hunt in Alaska. Of course, we talk about moose hunting cartridges and rifles as well as less often discussed, but still very important topics like meat handling and the logistics of these hunts. Please hit that “SUBSCRIBE”

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Bonus 3: Best Hunting Ear Protection: What You Need...

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2021/09/27

Today, I’m going to address one of those things that still doesn’t get the attention that it deserves from most hunters: protecting your hearing while you’re actually hunting. I've talked about this a little in a previous episode, but a lot has changed since that episode released and it’s worth covering again. With that in mind, I want to talk about the ins and outs of hearing protection for hunters and one of the best hunting ear protection options you should definitely consider. Show Sponsor:

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161: 350 Legend - Everything You Need To Know

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2021/09/23

Today I have another cartridge profile and cartridge comparison for you. In this episode, I’m going to discuss the history as well as the strengths, weaknesses, and hidden benefits (like ammo availability) of the .350 Legend in detail. I’ll also provide some information on how the .350 Legend compares to the .223 Remington and .450 Bushmaster cartridges to give you an idea of what sort of performance you can expect from the cartridge and so you can decide if it best fits your needs as a hunter

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160: Jeff Roberts On Fall Bear Hunting In Washington

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2021/09/16

Jeff Roberts from PNWild is back on for this episode of The Big Game Hunting Podcast to talk about spot and stalk fall bear hunting in Washington. We discuss why Washington is such a great destination for black bear hunting, what habitat black bears prefer in the fall, what resources he uses to find good places to hunt black bears, what sort of gear he uses, and what he thinks about black bear meat. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/jeffrobertsfallbearhuntingwashington/ Learn

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Bonus 2: Ammo Update September 2021

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2021/09/13

Today’s I’m going to address the thing that’s on EVERYBODY’S mind: what the heck is going on with ammo these days and when will things return to normal. Trust me, I'm concerned about this too. So, that’s what we’re going to talk about today: the roots of the current situation, what has happened in the past year and a half, and when we might see things get back to normal. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/ammoupdateseptember2021/ What We Covered 1) Background on how the ongoing

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159: Philip Churchill On Black Bear Hunting With Hounds

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2021/09/09

It’s September now and that means that fall is right around the corner. Hunting seasons are starting to open, so I want to shift gears a bit and talk about hunting bear in the fall this week and next week. Today we have Phil Churchill on the show with us we’re going to talk about black bear hunting with hounds in the northeast states of New Hampshire and Maine. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/philipchurchillblackbearhuntingwithhounds/ Show Sponsor: Hunting Guns 101: Learn the

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158: Gavin Lipjes Leopard Hunting With Hounds

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2021/09/02

Gavin Lipjes is joining us to talk about leopard hunting with hounds on this episode of The Big Game Hunting Podcast. We discuss how Gavin first got into this business, the pros and cons of hunting leopard with hounds, what sort of and how many dogs he uses, cartridge and bullet selection for leopard hunting with hounds, an overview of how things work on a hound hunt (finding a track, how long they normally trail a leopard, and how things end), and what sort of things can happen on these hunts. Show

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157: Arica Hunting Expectations Part 2 With Phil Massaro

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2021/08/26

Today’s episode is the second installment of my mini-series on having appropriate expectations when hunting in Africa. I talked about my personal experiences back in episode 156 and Phil Massaro is on the show today to talk about his hunts in the Makuti Safari Area and Chirisa Safari Area in Zimbabwe, the Zambezi Delta in Mozambique, the Luangwa Valley in Zambia, and the Selous Reserve in Tanzania. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/africahuntingexpectationspart2philmassaro/ Show

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156: Africa Hunting Expectations

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2021/08/19

Today’s episode continues the Africa hunting series and I'm going to talk about having realistic expectations when hunting in Africa. A listener asked me to discuss what the hunting is like in different parts of Africa and the importance of realistic expectations. So that’s what I’m going to talk about today: what the hunting is like in South Africa vs Namibia vs Mozambique vs Zimbabwe, how it's different hunting government concessions vs private land, fenced vs free range, and cape buffalo vs

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155: Lion Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

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2021/08/12

Today's episode continues the latest series on hunting in Africa. Kevin Robertson back on The Big Game Hunting Podcast again today to talk to us about lion hunting. We discuss the ins and outs of lion hunting today: how to evaluate a trophy lion, cartridge and bullet selection for lion hunting , shot placement, what can happen if your shot placement is not good, etc. We also touch on the Cecil the Lion scandal from 2015 and the controversial practice of captive bred lion hunting at the end of the

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154: Leopard Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

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2021/08/05

Today's episode continues the latest series on hunting in Africa. Kevin Robertson back on The Big Game Hunting Podcast again today to talk to us about leopard hunting. We’re going to discuss things like bait location and set-up, how to evaluate a trophy leopard, cartridge and bullet selection for leopard hunting, shot placement (and how it’s different for the cats compared to plains game and buffalo), what can happen if your shot placement is not good on a leopard, and much, much more! Show sponsor:

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153: Africa Hunting Ammo 101

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2021/07/29

Today’s episode is about factory hunting ammo recommendations for hunting in Africa. I know this is something that we discuss a little here and there in individual episodes. However, I wanted to do a single episode dedicated to the topic specifically for those of you who have a hunt coming up or who are just dreaming about hunting in Africa one day. Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/africahuntingammo101/ Show Sponsor: Big Game Hunting Adventures: We have one opening remaining for

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152: Leupold VX-5HD Rifle Scope Review

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2021/07/22

Today's episode is a review of my experiences with the Leupold VX-5HD rifle scope over the past three years. I share my thoughts on the pros and cons of the scope, what specific models of the VX-5HD are best suited for various hunting situations, and whether or not I think you should purchase one for yourself. Article Referenced In Show: 9 Reasons The Leupold VX-5HD Is A Great Hunting Scope Best Rifle Scopes For Hunting – Article referenced in podcast Best Scopes For Deer Hunting Show Notes:

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151: Rob Gearing From Spartan Precision On Bipods And...

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2021/07/15

Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision is joining me on the podcast today to talk about their bipod and tripod options. I’ve been curious about their products lately and it seems like a lot of other people I know in this space (like Joseph von Benedikt, Mark from Exo Mountain Gear, and the PNWild Guys) have made the switch to Spartan Precision equipment. So, I wanted to see what all the fuss was about and you’re going to take the journey with me as we learn all about Spartan Precision and Javelin

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