Bowyer Podcast

Justin Wells is a family man, traditional bowhunter, and very talented knife maker. Having growing up in Missouri, Justin has spent much of his hunting days chasing big whitetails, turkeys, and bowfishing the midwest. What started as an artisan side gig has flourished into a growing career in crafting unique, hand-made blades. Find Justin at: Instagram: @hammerandspear_knives Website: www.hsknives...

Bowyer Podcast host Matthew Morris sits down with his pal Matt Cates, owner/operator of Triple M Outfitters. The guys spent the morning hunting feral pigs on one of Triple M's properties and capped the day off with a fun podcast episode. Triple M guides all sorts of fun hunts from gators and pigs to giant mule deer and B&C class whitetail. Notes from Matthew: I've now hunted with Triple M Outfitte...

On this episode Matthew sits down with one of the sweetest bowyers on the planet, Mr. Bill Ward. Bill is a consistent source of good vibes and possitibity. He is a man of faith and dedicated family man, in addition to being a very talented bowyer and fletcher. If you're not following the Stickhippie, your're missing out. Find Bill at: Instagram: @stickhippie Christian Fellowship of Archery Lovers:...

Join us for Part TWO of our spring 2026 Alaskan bear hunt. Sam got a dandy of a black bear with his rifle early in the hunt and now its time for Matthew to try his hand at flinging an arrow or two. Listen to the fellas recap their Alaskan hunt and generally BS around camp. Find Sam at: Website: https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Instagram: @politebutdangeroustools Find Matthew at: Instag...

On this episode host Matthew Morris and his pal Sam Curtis hop on a pair bush plane to the Alaskan Range. They recap the first half of their 5-day spring bear hunt. Join us for an unfiltered, probably rough sounding episode of pure Alaska. Find Sam at: Website: https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Instagram: @politebutdangeroustools Find Matthew at: Instagram: @thebowyercollective    Youtu...

Jason Lohmeier is an Arizona native who has been immersed in western frontier since he was a young fella. As an outdoorsman and artisan, Jason's work transcends pen and paint to illustrate a diverse collection of western themed artworks. From Montana to Mexico, cowboys to aliens, he's covered it all. The inspiration for his work is the land and the people and wildlife who reside there.  Find Jason...

On this episode host Matthew Morris is joined by renowned archery coach Tom Clum Sr. Tom is a gem of a human, family man, owner and operator of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear. Tom has educated thousands of current and aspiring archers to better hone their skills at the range, and in the field. Through his friendships, Tom has had the opportunity to travel globally in pursuit of wild game, big and s...

Today’s guest is someone who’s been steadily building a voice in the hunting world that’s both thoughtful and grounded in tradition. I’m joined by James Zandstra, one-half of The Fair Chase. If you’ve spent any time around hunting media, you’ve probably come across The Fair Chase — a platform that isn’t just about the hunt itself, but about the philosophy behind it. Ethics, conservation, storytell...

Today’s guest is a man who didn’t just rethink his worldview—he rebuilt his life around it. Philippe Willis is the voice behind Our Numinous Nature, and his journey is anything but conventional. Once a city slicker, Philippe traded pavement for peaks and now lives deep in the mountains of West Virginia with his bride, embracing life as a full-on Appalachian mountain man. From that vantage point, h...

Join host Matthew Morris and guest Tom Harrison as they discuss the "Amazon of North Carolina," the beautiful Roanoke River watershed and the National Black Bear Festival in Plymouth, NC. The wildly successful Black Bear Festival was founded at the epicenter center of the black bear universe in Plymouth, NC. Nearby Plymouth is the home to the world’s largest black bears, the highest black bear den...

Terry Receveur is a long-time traditional bowhunter, outdoorsman, and President of Compton Traditional Bowhunters. Focusing on the promotion and preservation of the use of traditional equipment, Compton Traditional Bowhunters maintains a world-wide membership which is leading the way to secure the future of traditional archery and bowhunting. Join us at the 2026 Compton Traditional Bowhunters Rend...

Randy Cooling is as genuine as they come—a lifelong bowhunter whose roots run deep in the traditional bowhunting community. With decades of experience and hunts spanning across the globe, Randy brings a wealth of knowledge shaped by real-world time in the field rather than trends or hype. Despite his accomplishments, what stands out most is his humility and grounded perspective. Randy shares stori...

Brandon Lilly is an elite powerlifter turned functional athlete. At heart, Brandon is a country boy from Kentucky who just loves the outdoors, hunting, and wild spaces. He's also a big thinker with a bigger heart. Matthew and Brandon catch up on life, share a few hunting stories, and dive deep into trying to maintain the authenticity of the hunting space. Find Brandon at: Instagram: @brandonlilly3...

Aron Snyder joins the conversation, sharing his journey from being a compound bow hunter to embracing traditional archery. He discusses the challenges and joys of using a stick bow and the importance of personal growth and happiness in life decisions. The discussion covers various topics, including gear optimization, the influence of social media on hunting, and the significance of personal prefer...

Wayne Dixon is a traditional bowhunter and Vice President for the Virginia Chapter of the American Bear Foundation. Wayne raises hunting feists for chasing squirrels and Laika dogs to hunt bears in Appalachia. The laika is a primitive breed which originates from Siberia (Russia). Matthew just acquired an ornery laika pup, and asks for advice from Wayne as how to train her as a veracious bear dog....

Has anyone ever told you that you were a bit scatter-brained? Yeah, thats me nearly everyday. I finally found the lost recording from our Molokai deer hunt with the Guadiz crew, Bryan Burkhardt, and Monty Browning. We had a blast with Kaluakoi Outfitters, all the while hunting in paradise. Our Friends Compton Traditional Bowhunters www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com Kaluakoi Outfitters www.kalua...

On this ad-hoc episode, host Matthew Morris gives a run-down of recent happenings and plans for 2026. Then the monologue transitions to a field cast with Jim Neaves of Centaur bows during a recent pit-stop in Hamilton, MT. Find Matthew at: Instagram: @thebowyercollective    Youtube: @thebowyercollective  Website: ⁠www.thebowyercollective.com⁠ Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show...

Rick Spicer is a family man, traditional bowhunter, and outdoor survival instructor - based out of northern Arkansas. Rick is the big brain behind the Ozark-based Brewha Bushwack; an adventure race of sorts- but with a little more magic. Check it out in the notes below: https://packratoc.com/pages/brewha-bushwhack?srsltid=AfmBOoqP2xdt9IDp1ptNBklCFwaBqOVmACYOxZcERYpVUfclaSsaIZfl Polite But Dangerou...

On this episode, host Matthew Morris catches up with Shane Mowery. Shane is an Idaho-based guide, trapper, traditional bowhunter, taxidermist, and archery shop owner. The two discuss their 2025 seasons , Shane’s increased focus on wolf control and trapping, along with perspectives on hound hunting and predator management. Shane describes expanding businesses, homeschooling, and youth archery throu...

Bowyer Podcast host Matthew Morris meets up with Aaron Kincaid of Gamekeeper Dachshunds & The Sporting Chance Podcast to talk shop and try their chances at hunting squirrels with a trained red-tailed hawk! The two outdoorsmen discuss the convergence of old-school traditions, hunting tactics, and a boat load of inquiries regarding the art of falconry.  Find Aaron at: Instagram: @gamekeeperdachshund...

On this episode host Matthew Morris sits down with guest Mike Mitten. Mike is a family man, traditional bowhunter, videographer, and storyteller. Mike has hunted big game all over North America, which he chronicles in his books One With the Wilderness  and The Enchangment of Bowhunting. Mike is an avid solo-hunter, and takes nearly annual trips to the backcountry of Alaska for three-plus weeks at...

This episode features Jim Neaves from Centaur Archery, who dives deep into his extensive experience in bow making, the evolution of his bow designs, and his collaborations with fellow archers and bow makers. Jim talks about his upcoming factory production line bows, which offer high-quality longbows at a more affordable price, as well as plans for innovative new bow models. Jim's latest bows offer...

Bowyer Podcast host Matthew Morris sits down for a chat with New Zealand-based traditional bowhunter Poldi Waldmann Moloney. Poldi tells us all about his journey into hunting, despite not growing up in a hunting family. From a hobby farm, to white water kayaking, and mountaineering , Poldi picked up a stickbow and now hunts a variety of exotic big game on New Zeland's South island. Find Poldi at:...

On this episode host Matthew Morris sits down with his friends Tracey Cheuvront and Kathrina Nellis. This talented couple own and operate Bastionhead Woodworks, based out of Kansas City, KS. Tracey and Kathrina are talented artisans with a special knack for wood carving and toolmaking. Listen up to hear their story. Find Bastionhead Woodworks at: Website: www.bastionheadwoodworks.com Instagram: @b...

In this episode, Matthew and guest Zach Hanson discuss the power of new beginnings and the importance of deliberate actions as the new year of 2026 begins. They reflect on their personal journeys, including how Zach transitioned from a tech career to becoming a skilled hunter and trapper. The conversation delves into the significance of community support and the influence of hands-on craftsmanship...