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 cape buffalo hunting in Africa to hunting deer, elk, bear, and antelope in North America from internationally recognized experts in their fields.
Contact me with your questions or feedback via email at: [email protected]
Or visit the searchable archive of all Big Game Hunting Podcast episodes published since 2019 at https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 406
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
368: 300 H&H: The Original .30 Caliber Magnum With JvB
Joseph von Benedikt shares some insights on the 300 Holland & Holland Magnum in this podcast interview, focusing on the history of the cartridge, its performance specifications, and some fascinating …
367: Aoudad Hunting With Phil Massaro
Phil Massaro shares insights on hunting aoudad out in west Texas in this podcast interview, focusing on the story of the hunt, bullet terminal performance on auodad, general tips, and equipment recom…
366: Modern Cartridge Design-Why The 6.5 Creedmoor Is Better
John Snow of Outdoor Life shares insights on modern cartridge design in this podcast interview, explaining why rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor have a crucial edge.
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365: 338 Lapua Unleashed with Tyler Freel
Tyler Freel shares insights on hunting big game with the 338 Lapua Magnum in this podcast interview, focusing on terminal performance, favorite loads, and recoil management.
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364: 2025 Thompson/Center Update With Gregg Ritz
I have Gregg Ritz on the show with me again today to talk about the latest updates from Thompson/Center. T/C is literally shipping guns out the door right now and Gregg and I discuss the stuff that’s…
363: Bergara Crest Carbon Rifle Review
How would you like it if you could find a hunting rifle that shoots accurately without an extensive barrel break-in, is lightweight and easy to carry, contains a bunch of premium features, and comes …
362: 45-70 vs 308 Winchester Caliber Comparison
Today we’re going to talk about two completely different rounds: the 45-70 Government and the 308 Winchester. Comparing these two cartridges is a great example of how a person who doesn’t know any be…
361: Wyoming Horseback Elk Hunt with Hunter McWaters
I got the chance to sit down with Hunter McWaters from The Hunter’s Quest in this episode. We discussed how he got interested in western hunting along with the story of a cool, horseback elk hunt he …
360: 22 Creedmoor vs 22-250 Caliber Comparison
Today we’re going to talk about two high octane 22 caliber centerfire cartridges: the 22-250 Remington and the 22 Creedmoor. We’ll discuss the overall design characteristics and performance specs of …
Bonus 18: Upcoming Veteran Safari Hunt Announcement
I have a few announcements to share with you on this unusual mid-week episode regarding our upcoming hunt for the military veteran we're conducting in June of 2025 and a special request for all liste…
359: Bullet Selection 101 with Aaron Davidson of Gunwerks
I got the chance to sit down with Aaron Davidson from Gunwerks at the DSC convention in Atlanta and we discussed the ins and outs of bullet selection, external ballistics, and terminal performance. I…
358: 35 Caliber Cartridges: The Ultimate Guide
I discuss all of the 35 Caliber SAAMI standardized cartridges (plus a couple of other noteworthy rounds) in this episode. As always, I’ll talk about their history, design characteristics, performance…
Bonus 17: Reforming The NRA With Buz Mills
Today Buz Mills from the National Rifle Association joins me on the show to talk about the upcoming election for the NRA board of directors. In any case, I’m a life member of the NRA and I’m saddened…
357: Kevin Robertson’s Two Near Death Experiences From Sable
Kevin Robertson is back again today to talk about sable hunting. Just like we’ve done on the past we dive right into the details of sable: how big they get, where they live, why they’re different fro…
356: PH Interview-French Foreign Legion To Rowboat Surrounded By Crocs
I sat down with one of my South African Professional Hunters, Johan Seyffert, at the Dallas Safari Club convention and recorded a short interview about how he got started in this line of work and som…
355: Bongo At 5 Yards In The Rainforest With Hancke Hudson
My ongoing Africa hunting mini-series continues this week with another special guest: Hancke Hudson. Hancke is a South African Professional Hunter who has spent the past 30 years hunting in the rainf…
354: Hunting Leopard Up Close & At Night With Tanya Blake
This is the first episode in my winter 2025 Africa hunting mini-series and I have a special guest on the show with me today: Tanya Blake. Depending on how long you’ve been listening to the show, you …
353: Is Federal's New 7mm Backcountry A True Game Changer?
I have Eric Miller on the show with me today to talk about Federal's brand new 7mm Backcountry rifle cartridge. As you’ll learn here shortly, the 7 Backcountry utilizes an innovative design that prod…
352: Elk & Antelope Hunting In Arizona With Grant McCune of Zona Guides
It’s January 2025 and you know what that means: it’s time to start planning hunts for later this year. The Arizona elk and antelope draw is up first and I have Grant McCune from Zona Guides on the sh…
351: 22 Creedmoor With Derrick Ratliff Of Horizon Firearms
Is the new 22 Creedmoor just the latest fad? Or does it offer significant benefits to hunters compared to more established 22 caliber centerfires like the 22-250 Remington? Today, Derrick Ratliff fro…