The Wodesman Podcast

EP.040 - The Bushcraft Show 2026 | Reflections & Meeting the Traders | A Wodesman Podcast & Primal Nomad Crossover In this special crossover episode of The Wodesman Podcast and Primal Nomad , ⁠⁠Liam⁠⁠ takes you right into the heart of The Bushcraft Show 2026 . In this special crossover episode of The Wodesman Podcast and Primal Nomad, I⁠ take you right into the heart of The Bushcraft Show...

Apologies for the delay in getting this episode out! This file got corrupted on the Adobe servers and was kindly recovered by the technical team (Huge thanks to Harmony & Alex!) & to keep continuity between episodes I delayed the release of anything else until it was ready. In this episode, Liam sits down with Joe Price from In Forest and Lands to dig into the practical side of first aid i...

In this episode, ⁠⁠Liam⁠⁠ sits down with the makers behind Thorn Wood Forge and Fyrd Woods to talk all things bushcraft. They look back on the Bushcraft Show, share stories from last year’s events and workshops, and dig into the thinking behind their newest axe and knife designs ,from field performance to craftsmanship and how good tools shape time spent outdoors. Get involved and leave your messa...

In this episode, Liam sits down with Matt Roberts from Grove Game Larder to talk all things hunting in the UK. They dive into ethical deer management, its part in countryside conservation, and the practical skills behind modern bushcraft and how it compliments hunting and fieldsports as a whole. Get involved and leave your message on the Spotify Comment Section or drop us a Comment on Youtube / In...

In this episode, Liam and Tom dive deep into the world of canoeing and bushcraft, sharing insights from their adventures across England and the wilds of Sweden. From smart packing tips and essential planning strategies to real stories that highlight the importance of safety on the water, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just startin...

In this episode, Liam (Primal Nomad) and Tom (Backgarden Bushcraft) team up with Sam and Joe from Thorn Wood Forge for a weekend of fire, steel, and wild camping. Recorded under the forest canopy, the conversation flows from the origins of Thorn Wood Forge to their exceptional axe and tool craftsmanship. We dive into design innovations, the importance of locally sourced materials, and their deep-r...

Liam(Primal Nomad) catches up with a great fellow Bushcrafter & Owner of Wildway Bushcraft , John Boe. Having served in the Military since the age of 18 John was no stranger to the world or camping, although his journey through bushcraft was sparked through his trials with PTSD & mental health rather than directly through his service. This transition was paramount in helping him find inner...

Tom & Liam start off the new year by sharing their Bushalutions (New year resolutions) for their outdoor journey in 2025 & also some of the listeners own Bushalutions that were submitted via Instagram in advance. The conversation then moves onto the nuance and changes that have to be made when tackling winter cooking outdoors, be it wood choice or the lay of the fire. Get involved and leav...

Joe Price & Ida's Newsletter Liam catches up with fellow bushcrafter Joe Price for a Christmas Special to chat about tackling the cold weather whilst Wild Camping & The new Helle Nordlys Knife . Tom also drops in from his local woodland after building a solo shelter to share what he's been up to in this incredibly busy period. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! Helle...

The Wodesmen catch up with their good friend and fellow bushcrafter Joe Price to chat about upcoming and past events & news, new product launches, plans & digressions into education, kit, tips & the different aspects tackled within the bushcraft content creation scene! Helle Nordlys - https://us.helle.com/products/nordlys We would also like to encourage our listeners to write in with a...

Primal Nomad and Backgarden Bushcraft recount their experience at The Wilderness Gathering, the UK's first bushcraft event. From the vibrant community to the expert demonstrations we share the highlights, insights, and lessons learned. But it’s not all peaceful campfires and camaraderie - Liam and Tom also delve into the darker side of the scene, discussing the challenges of navigating perfidiousn...

We're back at The Bushcraft Show for another fun filled weekend surrounded by like minded individuals, friends & some incredible makers & tutors in the scene. It didn't take long for us to settle in and start to feel back at home, cooking up some incredible food & partnering them with some fine drinks too. Hear all about our trip here! Use the code PNB15 for 15% off of your ⁠Bu...

Liam meets up with The Steak Detective & Josh of Fyrd Woodland Blades for an impomptu & surprise camp. We end up discussing all things related to the upcoming bushcraft show, soap making, knifemaking, rations & much more. Tom wasn't able to join us for this trip but we'll be back next time to catch up with him & his house move! Use the code PNB15 for 15% off of your Bushcra...

Liam & Tom share listener bushalutions via a virtual pub style meetup & talk through their latest ventures that have been kickstarting 2024. Discussing all things shooting, soap making, live streaming, clothes sizing & more this episode quickly became a long length format filled with laughs, great stories & plans for the future. Thank you all so much for sending in your Bushalution...

T om & Liam share a fireside chat a week before Christmas with a good friend & fellow bushcrafter Owen from Owby Outdoors. The conversation moves swiftly from catching up to what's been inspiring us all and changing in our bushcraft journeys this year. Don't forget to submit your bushalutions via email to thewodesmanpodcast@gmail.com or using the Q&A on the Spotify Episode page...

T om & Liam share a conversation with the listeners remotely from each other for a first on the podcast. Tom begins catching up by the fire for the first time in a while with a good friend, in his very special woodland. The conversation focuses on what they have both been up to and plans for the rest of the trip. Liam touches base while finally out after a spout of bad health, to explore his L...

Tom & Liam catch up by the fire for the first time in a new, very special woodland. The conversation focuses on the things we've both been doing behind the scenes including the Wild in Us Festival, Work, Toms new woodland purchase and what it means to him for the future & even how a deer got its own back with a tick bite that ruined Liams skin for a period of time. We hope you enjoy! ⁠...

Tom & Liam catch up by the fire for the second night whilst at Badgells wood. The conversation focuses on the finer details of the carving course I was there to help him with, what we got up to with the students, our fun cooking pizza in a wood fired pizza oven and general bushcraft natter. We hope you enjoy! ⁠⁠Please follow our Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Backgarden Bushcraft ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Primal Nomad⁠

Tom & Liam catch up by the fire whilst at Badgells wood for a Carving Course ran by Campfire Carvings (Tom). The conversation focuses on recent trips and adventures since last being in each others company, mainly in Scotland & moves onto cover the upcoming Solo the Series show in which Liam is flying the flag for the UK before finishing up with a special sign off from an upcoming, unsuspec...

Tom & Liam catch up after a busy period by starting off the show with a selection of listener bushalutions and messages sent over since the new year started. Following this Tom details his latest bushcraft inspired adventures while teaching at school and also shares some dates about an upcoming carving course at Badgells Wood , Liam also shares some details about an upcoming festival The Wild...

Tom & Liam take the opportunity next to the fireside to discuss their love for different activities that keep bringing them back to bushcraft and the great outdoors! Please do share your New Years Bushalutions with us via a voice message by following the link below! We hope you enjoy! ⁠Please follow our Instagram ⁠ ⁠Backgarden Bushcraft ⁠ ⁠Primal Nomad

With the weather having cooled down in the UK Tom & Liam took this as an opportunity discuss experiences with gear and nuances to camping in the cold weather practiced by both parties, this opens up the discussion to cold weather camping tips, material choices, winter gear and its place in Bushcraft, a question that often comes up at this time of year. Also, being the First Episode of The Wode...

The Wodesman is proud to bring you the first trivia episode on the podcast featuring your listener questions to be asked to the panel of 6 special guests from 2022 on the show, Joe Price, David Friars, Field & Steel, The Steak Detective, TJ Into The Wild & Fyrd Woods. The winner of this event has choosen the @beardedfishermenuk & @one_veterans_ireland charities to donate the money kind...

The Wodesman boys catch up with bushcraft Legend Joe Price to chat about their upcoming Christmas Trivia, Scary happenings/Unexplained goings on in the woods & his new Collab knife with Field and Steel, The Ember! We would like to encourage our listeners to write in with some trivia questions on the topics of bushcraft, nature, survival, plant tree ID, steak, cooking and other themes related t...

In this episode Tom & Liam are having a long overdue catch up after a longer than expected hiatus due to some personal and work affairs! Listen to what we've been up to and our future plans for content & trips.   We hope you enjoy! ⁠⁠⁠Please follow our Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Backgarden Bushcraft⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Primal Nomad⁠⁠ We're  proud to bring you an exclusive discount for our listen...