The Nitro Express Podcast

In this pro tip in passing, Matthew and Jon share some of the equipment, benefits, and tips on processing your own game. Good luck in the field this fall! We would love to see pictures of your successes and hear the story. Send us an email at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 36 of The Nitro Express Podcast. Hosts Jon and Matthew cover a variety of cartridges for your consideration if you are looking for your first or a new deer rifle. We begin by looking at classic bolt action cartridges, the classic lever action cartridges and conclude sithvsome modern offerings. Thank you for listening! As always, please consider sharing us with a friend or sendin...

In this short, Jon and Matthew share some items better left at home. This is by no means a comprehensive list, but some ideas of things better left at home. Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed it and have a successful fall. Send us your pictures and success stories at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to episode 35 where Jon and Matthew share some of their opinions, experiences, and tips to make your deer camp more enjoyable. We hope you get out this fall and enjoy God's creation and fellowship with friends and family. Send us your thoughts, camp pictures, and deer successes at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

As we near fall bear season across the country, we have decided to re-upload the long version recap with all four of us: LE, Lucas, Jon, and Matthew. If you missed this gem the first time, buckle up. If you are listening again, we hope you find it as enjoyable as the first time. Thanks for listening! As always, feel free to reach out to us at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

In this pro tips in passing, Matthew and Jon cover some money saving tips such as predetermining taxidermy, using a good import broker for foreign trophies, and avoiding costly mistakes. We hope this helps put more money in your pocket so you can have more time in the field. Thanks for listening! Send any thoughts, comments, or suggestions to thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 35! Jon and Matthew cover a favorite of Jon's- the model 99. We cover a brief history, some innovations, features, favorites, and complaints. Thank you for listening! Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a review, or sending us an email at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Join Matthew and Jon as they share the benefits of using Renaissance Wax for protecting your fine firearms, carry guns, and foul weather rifles. Thank you for listening! Please share us with a friend, leave a comment, or email us at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

In episode 34, Jon and Matthew discuss some of their favorite firearms as well as a few that they would like to add to their collection. We hope this list gives you some insight into our tastes and encourages you to pull the trigger on your next addition. Thank you for listening! Please share us with a friend, leave a review, or send us an email at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

How much thought do you give to what you are staring at through your rifle's optic? In this short, Jon and Matthew discuss the importance of a proper reticle, FFP vs SFP, and illumination for hunting as well as their personal favorites. Thanks for listening and we look forward to communicating with you at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Join hosts Jon Davis and Matthew Black on episode 33 as they barely scratch the surface a lifetime of real-world experience on rifle accuracy. This episode is only a taste and is centered around bolt-action rifles and how to be an effective shooter in the field. Thanks for listening! As always, drop us a line at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Cool stuff ain't cheap, and cheap stuff ain't cool. All jesting aside, Matthew and Jon discuss why quality equipment is actually cheaper in the long run. Jon shares his eye-opening binocular experience and Matthew covers a few things not to skimp on. Thanks for listening! Shoot us an email at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back for episode 32! Jon and Matthew cover some common 6.5mm cartridges and run the numbers. You may be surprised at what you learn. We cover our favorite 6.5s and preferred bullets and game we would take with it.

In this episode Matthew and Jon cover the use of "solid" non-expanding bullets and why they are an important piece of kit. For more unconventional uses for solids, check out part 1 and 2 of "Underrated Plains Game Species". Thanks for listening! Drop us a line at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back for episode 31. In this episode Jon recounts his leopard hunting, campfire stories, and some recommendations on gear. Matthew shares some insights in the basics of leopard hunting and some common assumptions with their roots in classic literature. Thank you for listening! Leave a comment, share with others, or reach out to us direct at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

In this short segment, Jon and Matthew share the benefits of illuminated reticles for shooters both young and old. The share the basics and do a brief cost-benefit analysis. Thank you for listening. Send us an email at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back for episode 30! Jon and Matthew discuss the thrill of small game, getting kids started, and the value of the meal. Thank you for listening! As always, please share us with your friends and feel free to reach out to us at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to Pro Tips in Passing No. 8. Matthew and Jon share some tips to help save you money and become more competent with your double rifle. These tips are experience based and good medicine for those like me who are infected with the double rifle sickness. Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a comment, or sending us an email @ thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for list...

In episode 29 Jon and Matthew cover part 2 of the species they feel deserve more attention than they get. We cover terrain and habitat the live in as well as recommended cartridges. Cover photo is Jon's leopard and Klipsringer mount. Thank you for listening! Please share us with a friend and feel free to reach out to us at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to Pro Tips in Passing No. 7. Matthew and Jon talk about how to visualize and make proper shots when game isn't standing broadside. This is a real situation when hunting and can make your shot count when it matters. Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a comment, or sending us an email @ thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Welcome back to episode 28 where Matthew and Jon cover some uncommon and underrated plains game species you may encounter. These are some of our favorites to hunt hope you will consider them on your next safari. Cover photo is Jon's Bushpig. Thank you for listening! Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a comment, or corresponding with us at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to Pro Tips in Passing No. 6. Matthew and Jon cover the alternative to ballistic calculators. This old school, proven method is still used by us today and can make you a more successful hunter. Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a comment, or sending us an email @ thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Welcome back for episode 27! Jon does a deep dive into why he chose the 416, his buffalo experience with it, and Matthew offers some historical perspective and ballistic contemporaries. Cover photo is the battery terminal removed from one of Jon's buffalo. Thank you for listening! Please consider following us, leaving a comment, or sharing with a friend. As always, feel free to correspond with...

Welcome back to Pro Tips in Passing No. 4. Matthew and Jon cover the value of ballistic calculators as a reference tool, not a scientific fact. Cover photo is Jon’s Red Stag from New Zealand. Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a comment, or sending us an email @ thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Welcome to episode 26 of The Nitro Express Podcast! Hosts Jon & Matthew share some insight about their experiences using the 375 H&H for buffalo. Both had the same outcome, but unique stories leading up to them. Cover Photo is Jon's custom shop Winchester in 375 H&H. Thanks for listening! Please consider sharing us with a friend, leaving a review, or sending us an email at thenitro...