Big Game Hunting Podcast - Hunting Africa, North America, & More! – Details, episodes & analysis

Mike Arnold is up next in my ongoing Africa hunting mini-series to talk about bushbuck and nyala. These two species of spiral horned antelope are both magnificent creatures that, as different as they may appear at first glance, also share a few surprising similarities. In fact, they also live in some of the same areas and even compete with each other for food (to the detriment of one of them). Mike and I discuss these two species in detail: where they live, what they look like, how they behave, how they’re commonly hunted, and how these antelope species are similar and different from each other, and some of the ongoing observations scientists and PHs are making regarding how one of these species is often coming out on the losing end of how they are competing with each other in certain areas.

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Email me at that same address with subject line “podcast hunt” if you’re interested in joining us on our upcoming Africa podcast hunt 19-28 July 2025.

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I highly recommend purchasing a copy of Mike's book, Bringing Back The Lions. Pick up a physical copy, download the Kindle version, or get the audiobook here.

Ep 213: Africa's Most Dramatic Conservation Success Story – Mike's previous interview referenced in podcast about the lion reintroduction to Mozambique's Coutada 11.

Ep 253: Hunting In Cameroon With Mike Arnold- Mike's previous interview referenced in podcast about the lion reintroduction to Mozambique's Coutada 11.

MikeArnoldOutdoors.com – Visit Mike's web site here and read the articles he wrote about bushbuck & nyala

In this episode, Kevin Robertson and I cover the most popular really big bore safari cartridges .50 caliber and larger and discuss their history, legacy, their strengths and weaknesses, and their recommended uses in detail. We discuss almost everything from the 500 Nitro all the way up to the 700 Nitro Express in this episode (to include some real retina detaching and clavicle breaking offerings like the 577 T-Rex and the 600 Overkill).

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Sponsor: Get in touch with me to make your Africa hunting dreams come true at in South Africa’s Limpopo Province where we offer outstanding hunting safaris, simplified hunt logistics, assistance with many of the pain points associated with a hunt, and up front pricing with no extra fees. Plus, we’re offering our remaining hunts for October and November 2024 at a fantastic discount! Visit bestsafarihunt.com or contact me directly at [email protected] to learn more. 

Email me at that same address with subject line “podcast hunt” if you’re interested in joining us on our upcoming Africa podcast hunt 19-28 July 2025.

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, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

I highly recommend purchasing a copy of Kevin Robertson's books It Shouldn’t Happen and The Perfect Shot II. You will not be disappointed with either book. Get copies of each one on Amazon here (affiliate link, commissions earned).

YouTube videos referenced:

Ferocious Recoil Of 577 T-Rex On Display

David Petzal & Art Alphin Interview About Hannibal Rifle in .577 T-Rex

Charging Buffalo Stopped By 500 NE Shot At Close Range

Below are links to Kevin's previous appearances on the show:

Ep 97: Africa Hunting Bullets 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 103: Africa Hunting Rifles 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 124: Cape Buffalo Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 125: Cape Buffalo Hunting 101 Part 2 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 154: Leopard Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 155: Lion Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 176: Elephant Conservation With Kevin Robertson

Ep 177: Elephant Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 178: Crocodile Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 179: Hippopotamus Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 205: Hunting Africa With A Lever Action Rifle With Kevin Robertson

Ep 206: Classic Africa Hunting Cartridges With Kevin Robertson

Ep 207: Hyena Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 250: Africa Hunting Trackers 101 With Kevin Robertson

Ep 252: How To Become A Professional Hunter With Kevin Robertson

Ep 300: .40 Caliber Safari Cartridges With Kevin Robertson

Master Alaskan guide Phil Shoemaker joins me in this episode to talk about brown bear hunting in Alaska. We discuss how he got started in this business, practical ballistics, caliber selection, and bullet selection as it relates to bear hunting, some of the other, less discussed, though still important aspects of bear hunting, and a couple of noteworthy stories from his long hunting career up in Alaska (including his famous incident from 2016 where he killed an aggressive brown bear with his 9mm handgun).

Learn more about Phil's family's hunting operation Grizzly Skins of Alaska here. Follow them on Instagram @grizzlyskinsofalaska or on Facebook here.

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Ep 84: Dan Roland On Alaska Bear Hunting – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 92: Dan Roland On Dall Sheep Hunting – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 130: Joseph von Benedikt On Caribou Hunting – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 162: Joseph von Benedikt On Moose Hunting – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 201: Sheep Hunting 101 With Ron Spomer – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 282: Grizzly Bear Hunting With A 6.5 Creedmoor?!? – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 289: Dall Sheep Hunting With Mark Huelsing – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 316: Dall Sheep Hunting 101 With Tyler Freel – Podcast referenced in episode

It’s time for another cartridge comparison and today's episode compares the 243 Winchester and 270 Winchester cartridges. As is the case with the 7mm-08 and 270, there’s some overlap in the capabilities and best uses of the 243 and 270. However, the gap between 243 and 270 is much bigger than is the case with the 7mm-08 and the 270 and this is definitely a case where each is better suited to certain tasks. Well, that’s what we’re going to talk about in this episode where I investigate the 243 vs 270 debate in detail and provide some insight into which cartridge is better suited for common hunting situations so you can make an informed decision on which one will work best for your individual needs as a hunter or shooter.

Article referenced in show: 243 vs 270 Review & Comparison

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If you enjoy these cartridge comparison episodes, then you will love Hunting Guns 101 because it’s full of the same sort of information contained in these episodes, just with even more detail and analysis. Hunting Guns 101 is jam packed with useful information about practical ballistics and firearms in general that will help you be more successful afield and fill more tags on your hunts. 

This training will teach you what you need to know about practical ballistics and is guaranteed to be both a time and money saver going forward with future gear purchases. Go to huntingguns101.com/form and submit the order form to receive instant access.

The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/243-vs-270/

I’ve got another cartridge comparison for you today: the 7mm-08 Remington vs the 270 Winchester. Both are popular and effective centerfire rifle cartridges with dedicated fan bases, but important details about their performance unfortunately get overlooked or simply lost in the shuffle. In fact, despite their big differences in outward appearance, the two cartridges are almost shockingly similar in performance in some areas. Even so, there’s some important differences to keep in mind and each is better suited for different hunting tasks. In this episode, I’m investigate the 7mm-08 vs 270 debate in detail and provide some insight into which cartridge is better suited for common hunting situations so you can make an informed decision on which one will work best for your individual needs as a hunter or shooter.

Article referenced in show: 7mm-08 vs 270 Review & Comparison

Show Sponsor: Email me at  [email protected] to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

If you enjoy these cartridge comparison episodes, then you will love Hunting Guns 101 because it’s full of the same sort of information contained in these episodes, just with even more detail and analysis. Hunting Guns 101 is jam packed with useful information about practical ballistics and firearms in general that will help you be more successful afield and fill more tags on your hunts. 

This training will teach you what you need to know about practical ballistics and is guaranteed to be both a time and money saver going forward with future gear purchases. Go to huntingguns101.com/form and submit the order form to receive instant access.

The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/7mm-08-vs-270/

Fred Bohm is back on the show with us again today. He’s a pretty lucky guy and he not only drew a mountain goat tag up in Colorado this year, but he also harvested a nice goat with his bow and was kind enough to take some time out of his schedule to tell us all about that hunt.

Read more about Fred’s hunt on his blog.

Make sure you follow him on Instagram here.

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Show Sponsor: Email me at  [email protected] to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Learn the essential information about practical ballistics, hunting firearms, and ammunition that will improve your odds of success on future hunts by purchasing the Hunting Guns 101 training at huntingguns101.com/form.

The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/fred-bohm-mountain-goat-hunting/

It’s time for another cartridge comparison and today's episode compares the 450 Bushmaster and 45-70 Government cartridges. While the 450 Bushmaster and 45-70 are both fantastic .45 caliber cartridges for certain situations and there is definitely some overlap in their capabilities, there are some major differences between the 450 Bushmaster vs 45-70 cartridges you should be aware of depending on your hunting style and what you're after. Here's what you need to know.

Article referenced in show: 450 Bushmaster vs 45-70 Review & Comparison

30-30 vs 45-70 - Another interesting 45-70 Govt comparison

45-70 vs 308 - Another interesting 45-70 Govt comparison

Read This Before Hunting Cape Buffalo With The 45-70 

Show Sponsor: Go to HuntingGuns101.com and sign up for my free E-Book to also receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

If you enjoy these cartridge comparison episodes, then you will love Hunting Guns 101 because it’s full of the same sort of information contained in these episodes, just with even more detail and analysis. Hunting Guns 101 is jam packed with useful information about practical ballistics and firearms in general that will help you be more successful afield and fill more tags on your hunts. 

This training will teach you what you need to know about practical ballistics and is guaranteed to be both a time and money saver going forward with future gear purchases. Go to huntingguns101.com/form and submit the order form to receive instant access.

The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/450-bushmaster-vs-45-70/

Dan Roland is back on the show with us again today. We can always count on Dan for some accounts of hunting some of the more exotic species of North American game (episode 84 to talk about grizzly bear hunting and episode 92 to talking about Dall Sheep hunting). Well, he’s back today to talk about his recent musk ox hunt up in the Northwest Territory. 

See photos of Dan's Musk Ox hunt on Instagram here.

Ep 92: Dan Roland On Dall Sheep Hunting In Alaska And Canada – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 84: Dan Roland On Brown Bear Hunting In Alaska – Podcast referenced in episode

Show Sponsor: Email me at  [email protected] to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday (along with my weekly ammo supply updates).

Learn the essential information about practical ballistics, hunting firearms, and ammunition that will improve your odds of success on future hunts by purchasing the Hunting Guns 101 training at huntingguns101.com/form.

The holiday season is coming up fast, so check out my article on the 101 Best Gifts For Hunters for ideas on what to get those on your gift list.

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/dan-roland-musk-ox-hunting/

Well, it finally happened: Hornady has released the new 7mm PRC cartridge. I received a bunch of questions about it after the cartridge received official SAAMI approval over the summer, but there wasn’t much other hard information about the cartridge out there until now. We have Seth Swerzek from Hornady back on the show again today to tell us all about the new 7 PRC cartridge, what it’s best suited for, how it stacks up against the 6.5 and 300 PRC, how it compares to other 7mm Cartridges, and what rifles and ammo are going to be available from the get go.

Learn more at Hornady.com.

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Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/7mm-prc/

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