Podcasts

The Bowhunter Podcast, presented by Tactacam and Thompson Cigar, features contributors Emily Konkler, Darron McDougal, and Danny Farris discussing optimal hunting times and tactics for the 2026 whitetail season. The expert panel shares insights on early season, rut hunting, decoying strategies, and late-season tactics using DataSport's Fish & Game Forecaster as their baseline.

Chris Williams, founder of Williams Knife Company, will be featured on the Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast discussing craftsmanship, family heritage, and the evolution of his knife company. The conversation covers the company's Heritage Series, culinary knife line, and philosophy on designing functional, heirloom-quality knives.

Tom Beckstrand, Rifle and Optics Editor for Guns & Ammo and decorated U.S. Army Special Operations veteran, joins host Michael Waddell on The Michael Waddell Podcast to discuss his military career, faith, and philosophy on focusing on life's simple pleasures. Beckstrand shares insights from his service in Iraq and Afghanistan, his upcoming docuseries The Ghost Bounty with Outdoor Sportsman Group, and his perspective on meaningful service.

South African Professional Hunter DJ Meyer, co-owner of Leeuwkop Hunting Safaris, will be featured on the Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast. Meyer will discuss African hunting preparation, dangerous game encounters, ammunition selection, and wildlife conservation for first-time safari hunters.

HeadHunters NW released the "Fake Recruiter Podcast" episode featuring Mike Petronella and Aaron Hutsell, creator of GhostJob, a Chrome extension that helps job seekers identify fraudulent LinkedIn job postings. The episode discusses sophisticated recruitment scams and verification strategies for job seekers.

Brad Luttrell, entrepreneur and founder of Prologue, will appear on the Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast to discuss his experience building GoWild, authentic storytelling in the outdoor industry, suburban hunting opportunities, and balancing entrepreneurship with family and outdoor pursuits.

Nick Mundt, co-host of Bone Collector, joins Michael Waddell on The Michael Waddell Podcast to discuss hunting experiences, the value of wild game, and camaraderie in hunting camps. Mundt emphasizes that memorable experiences and friendships outweigh trophy size, while reflecting on his 20-year journey with Bone Collector and partnerships with hunting camps including Vatos, Milk River, Blake's place, and Ike Rainey's Giles Island.

The Houston Safari Club Foundation announces wildlife biologist Brian Murphy as a guest on the HSCF Hunting Matters podcast to discuss HuntStand's new documentary, Origins, which explores modern whitetail deer management history and conservation principles. Murphy brings 35+ years of deer research experience and previously served as CEO of the Quality Deer Management Association.

The Guns & Ammo Buzz Podcast episode #46 features Field Editor Keith Wood interviewing Schauland Performance Founder Rob Schauland about his journey through Springfield Armory, Les Baer, Alchemy and Cabot, hand-fit 1911 construction, custom finishes, and his new retro-inspired 1994 double-stack pistol.

Phil Peabody, Chief Lending Officer of Capital Farm Credit, will be featured on the Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast discussing agriculture, rural land ownership, conservation, and the economic forces shaping Texas farms and ranches.

Mike Komara, owner of Innovative Angling and Fly Fishing Team USA member, discusses competitive fly fishing on the Fly Fisherman Loop to Loop podcast with Ross Purnell. Komara shares his journey from youth competitions to the 45th World Fly Fishing Championship in Idaho, highlighting Euro nymphing techniques and the dedication required for elite competition.

Sgt. Justin Dodge, a 30-year Denver Police Department veteran, discusses his remarkable recovery from a catastrophic leg amputation sustained during the 2023 Denver Nuggets NBA championship parade on The Michael Waddell Podcast. Dodge shares his philosophy of "prehab" and wellness, crediting his preparation and mindset for his miraculous return to full-time service with the DPD's Metro SWAT unit within a year.

The Houston Safari Club Foundation announces that author and conservationist Victor L. Bretting will be featured on the Hunting Matters podcast, discussing his global hunting experiences, conservation ethics, and commitment to mentoring young hunters and preserving America's outdoor heritage.

HeadHunters NW released a podcast episode featuring Ibrahim Pataudi, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Armanet, discussing how the advertising platform helps firearms and outdoor brands overcome restrictions from Google and Meta. Armanet offers programmatic advertising across 100+ firearms and outdoor websites with measurement and attribution tools designed specifically for the industry.

Micah Seavers, president of Walking Humbly Outdoor Adventures, will appear on the Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast to discuss introducing youth to hunting, fishing, and conservation. The nonprofit expects to serve over 1,200 children this year through outdoor programs, including the Heroes Youth Hunt for children of fallen military members and first responders.

Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports Executive Director Chuck Sykes discusses hunter recruitment strategies on the Upland Nation Podcast with Scott Linden, exploring research-backed approaches to Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) and the conservation funding that depends on hunter participation.

Jeff Foxworthy joins host Michael Waddell on The Michael Waddell Podcast to discuss his comedy career, hunting roots, and passion for whitetail deer hunting. The episode, presented by Spandau Arms in partnership with Folds of Honor and Cigars International, explores Foxworthy's journey from stand-up comedy to hosting hunting programs like Tecomate Whitetail Nation.

Leo Martinez, HSCF Vice President and 2025 Outfitter of the Year, and his daughter Madison discuss their work at DEA Ranch in Mathis, Texas, exploring the connections between ranching, hunting, wildlife management, and conservation. The Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast episode highlights DEA Ranch's role in hosting HSCF's inaugural Summer Youth Conservation Education Program.

Field Editor Keith Wood interviews legendary pistolsmith Paul Liebenberg on the Guns & Ammo Buzz podcast, discussing the creation of the Smith & Wesson Performance Center, including championship PPC pistols, the .356 TSW, and FBI Model 1076 10mm Autos that revolutionized the firearms industry.

Trout Unlimited President and CEO Chris Wood discusses the Roadless Rule with Fly Fisherman Magazine Publisher/Editor Ross Purnell on episode #36 of the Fly Fisherman Loop to Loop podcast, addressing conservation, forest management, and the importance of protecting roadless areas for trout and salmon fisheries.