Hunting Connection Podcast

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Kristian Bursell and Melissa Volkanovski, the founders of KMV Tallow. We dive into Kristian’s hunting journey and how he first got started, before hearing about Mel’s introduction to hunting after meeting Kristian and how the outdoors quickly became a shared passion. We also chat about the story behind KMV Tallow and how they turned...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Nathan, the creator of Sambar Tracker—an innovative app built by hunters, for hunters. Sambar Tracker is designed to help hunters get more out of every trip to the bush. From integrated Victorian hunting maps and trip planning tools to harvest logging, weather data, freezer management, and sharing hunts with mates, it’s an all-in-one...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Matt Wright from On Point Hunting Adventures. Matt is a passionate hunter with a particular love for chasing sambar deer behind his team of pointers. We first crossed paths at the Mansfield Hunting Expo in 2024 and have kept in touch ever since. Although it took us a few attempts to line this episode up, with life continually getting...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast I’m joined by Dustin Fincher, better known as “Dusty”. Him and I have been going back and forth for years swapping hunting stories, photos and plenty of good yarns, so it was good to finally sit down and have a proper chat.   Since moving house and trying to get the new setup sorted, I’ve been a little short on episodes, so I hit Dusty up for a qui...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined once again by Carly from the Women Who Hunt Podcast and Guntraders Australia. Since her last appearance, a lot has changed — from taking her first deer and red stag to chasing goats and diving even deeper into the hunting world.   We chat about her hunting journey over the past year, the experiences and lessons that came with her first...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Brett Beesley. After my last chat with Rick from Life Goes On Adventures, Rick suggested I reach out to Brett—and I’m glad he did.   We dive into Brett’s story, touching on his accident, the road to recovery, and how he’s adapted to life while continuing to chase his passion for hunting. Brett shares how he’s modified his quad bike t...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Rick from Life Goes On Adventures.   Rick first caught my attention in the Hunting Australia Facebook group, where he shared a couple of his hunts. After a few tags from the community suggesting I get him on the podcast, I reached out—and he was all in for a chat.   Rick is a passionate outdoorsman and hunter from Queensland who is a...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Dan from Hunters Reward Co. We chat about how it all started, what drove him to build it, and his passion for hunting and the Aussie hunting community.   Hunter’s Rewards is built by hunters, for hunters — a membership-based community rewarding hunters and fishos for doing what they already love.   We dive into the roots of hunting i...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Shaun from the Australian Recreation Union (ARU), who represents South Australia. We sit down to talk about the upcoming South Australian election and why it matters for hunters, shooters, and outdoor recreation users across the state.   Shaun breaks down how the voting system works, how preferences actually flow in South Australia,...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Scotty Stewart and his 11-year-old son, Khyson. Scotty has over 30 years of bowhunting experience and spent many years pig dogging, and he’s well known for consistently taking big boars and Billy goats.   We talk about how Scotty got started, his journey through hunting, and what it’s been like passing that knowledge on to his son. K...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast , I’m joined by Tommy from Tommy Z Customs and I Like It Deep Spearfishing.   We dive into Tommy’s journey of getting into hunting and spearfishing later in life, and how that path led him to building his own custom 4WD roof consoles. This episode is about backing yourself, learning skills the hard way, and choosing independence over relying on the...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Chance from Quillcreek. Chance is a mad-keen waterfowl hunter from Wisconsin with a deep passion for ducks and geese. From guiding waterfowl hunts to competing in waterfowl calling competitions, Chance has been immersed in the waterfowl world for years. We dive into how he first got started in hunting, how he learned and refined the...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Olly from Rocky Creek Ranch — a horse breeder and farmer from Western Australia who’s been right on the front line of the new firearms laws brought in after the Bondi tragedy.   Olly breaks down what’s actually happening on the ground in WA — slow and confusing systems, firearms branch staff giving mixed information, and a lot of unc...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Rob Baldinger, also known as The Venison Diplomat.   We dive into how Rob got into hunting, what it truly means to him, and his passion for strengthening the hunting community by educating the next generation. Rob shares the story behind his new children’s book, I Am a Deer Hunter, with more titles already in the works.   This fun an...

The room was crowded, the mics weren’t perfect, and the mission couldn’t be clearer: get Australia’s hunting voices into one place and push back on rushed, headline‑driven laws with unity, evidence, and heart. Cody’s seed turned into a national roundtable featuring hosts from Wild Origins, Get Outdoors With Drew and Cam, Women Who Hunt, Hunting Connection, In The Dark and Bullet Points, Australian...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Ben Hohnke from Hohnke Outdoors. Ben is a passionate outdoorsman with a love for hunting, fishing, spearfishing and foraging. I first discovered Hohnke Outdoors through their TikTok, where they showcased their awesome foraging identification cards for kids.   With the release of his new book, “Rivers of Passage,” it was the perfect t...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Mike Arnold — hunter, conservationist, biologist, and author of Bringing Back the Lions and his upcoming book Bringing Back the Wild.   Mike’s shooting and hunting journey began the moment he was old enough to hold a firearm, growing up on homemade ranges in the West Texas countryside and harvesting his first whitetail at just five y...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined once again by Calem O’Grady for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation. We take a deep dive into the South Australian bowhunting ban and unpack why Calem believes the right to bowhunt is not just a recreational choice, but a fundamental human right. He explains why banning it is, in his view, morally and ethically wrong—not only...

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Joe Wildman, founder of Ridgewalker Expeditions .   Joe’s a man whose life has been defined by adventure. A retired lawyer and former helicopter pilot, he traded boardrooms and cockpits for the wild — spending over 30 years travelling the world in pursuit of epic hunts and expeditions. From red stags in Europe to lion and buffalo in...

In this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Carly Parker — host of the Women Who Hunt Podcast! Carly is a relatively new hunter, but her passion for the outdoors and her drive to inspire others are second to none.   We dive into how she first got into hunting, what sparked her interest, and the experiences that have shaped her journey so far. Carly also shares the story behind...

“Bonus ep” On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I sit down at Australia’s largest archery store, Archery Supplies, with owner Steven Hann. Steven’s family has a deep and proud history in South Australian archery — from his dad selling bows out of their spare bedroom when Steven was a kid, to the creation of Archery Park, Archery Mart, and eventually Steven’s own venture, Archery Supp...

In this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Cass — better known as The Aussie Adventuress! Cass might be fairly new to hunting, but her passion for the outdoors, conservation, and adventure is absolutely contagious.   We dive into how she first got into hunting, what drew her to the lifestyle, and some of the incredible experiences she’s had along the way. Cass shares her jour...

In this episode, I’m joined by Jakob from Choo-roo. I first discovered Jakob through a video he shared about how the South Australian bowhunting ban has impacted him. He’s not your typical hunter — coming from a background in homesteading, foraging, home brewing and a bit of rabbit hunting with a bow, I knew I had to get him on for a chat.   We had an awesome conversation where I got to learn more...

In this episode, I’m joined by Graham David, the man behind the Australian Hunting Group on Facebook — the largest hunting community in the country, with over 100,000 members. We chat about how he got into hunting, the story of how he came to run the page after the passing of the legendary “Gibbo,” and the fresh direction he’s taking it in today. We also dive into memberships, giveaways, and plent...

This week on The Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Drew and Cam from the Get Outdoors with Drew and Cam podcast for a special two-part crossover episode!   In Part 1, we sit down for a yarn about how these two legends got into the outdoors, what sparked their passion for camping, fishing, hunting, and hiking—and why they decided to start their own podcast. It’s a laid-back chat full of lau...