Round The Fire With Kingsview Safaris

Ep 119: The Same But Different

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:55:31 -0400

When it comes to hunting in South Africa, a zebra isn't just a zebra and not all bushbucks are created equal.

In today's episode, I discuss some of the different similarities that you would come across during a hunting safari in South Africa. Plus, I break down the difference in vegetation, climate and topography for each of South Africa's provinces.

You may also hear a little something unique at the start of the episode, if you would like a copy of this song "Round The Fire" then you can reach out to me via email and I will forward on the MP3 file to you.

Enjoy!

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Ep 118: Outfitter vs PH Loyalty

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:19:57 -0500

Now here is a real pickle that is often faced by hunters that are returning to Africa for their 2nd, 3rd or 4th trip.

The dilemma of having to choose between hunting with the outfitter again, heading off on a separate with your best bud the PH or maybe even going to hunt with a completely new hunting operation altogether!

It's a tough decision to make, and in this episode I will do my best to provide some insight and food for thought to make that choice a little easier.

PLUS.....I have a new song for you all, so make sure to stick around till the end of the episode to hear the latest track.

If you would like the songs, you can send me an email: jonomchugh@gmail.com and I will forward them onto you.

And if you are feeling generous, want to contribute to more songs, or even donate a beer or coffee in appreciation for all that went into the song, I have a cash app that accepts any kind donations.

Enjoy!

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Ep 117: My First Client + Bonus

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:27:18 -0500

Well you have been requesting it and I can hold off no longer, it's time to share a few personal stories from my time as a Professional Hunter and Hunting Outfitter.

To kick things off I will share the story of my very first foreign client as a Hunting Outfitter. But that's not all, if you listen to the very end of the episode I have thrown in something unique, something a little special and hopefully something you will all enjoy.

Give me some feedback, let me know your thoughts, let me know if you want more of it or is this just a one and done?

While you're at it, throw in a 5* review too!

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Ep 116: Julius Fortuna - Big Doubles & Big Buffalo

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:37:59 -0500

There is a lot of fire power in this episode folks. Couple it with some hair raising experiences, wisdom and decades of knowledge from my guest Julius Fortuna, means it is one you do not want to miss out on.

Julius share his experiences of hunting dangerous game, what he has learnt over the years, why he switched over to a double rifle and never looked back. This episode is a great one for those who love hunting Africa.

Follow Julius on social media and also follow The Double Rifle Society on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Ep 115: Trackers & Skinners Etiquette

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:40:22 -0500

Don't be fooled into thinking that the PH and Outfitter are the only role players in you having a successful hunting safari. While they are extremely important, the real people in the engine room driving the success of the trip is the trackers and skinners.

These are the men we call on when the brown stuff hits the fan, they are the ones we rely on to find those valuable animals, they are the ones that roll up their sleeves and carry out the necessary dirt jobs that lead to you having the trip of a lifetime. So, how to treat them, how you interact with them and ultimately the way in which you conduct yourself around them...will determine the level of achievement you will have on your hunting safari.

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Ep 114: Joshua Bailey: Buffalo Are Hard To Kill

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:55:26 -0500

On this episode, I get to hear stories from Joshua Bailey a gunsmith from Indiana in the US as he shares his experience of hunting twice in the Limpopo region of South Africa.

Joshua also recalls a few hair raising moments that he and his step-father had while hunting buffalo. This is a great episode, so tune in, get comfortable and enjoy the stories.

If you are liking these episodes, then do me a favour and leave a rating and review for the podcast.

If you would like to get in touch with Joshua, you can follow him on his socials, just search: jmbgunsmithing

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Ep 113: Wild & Interesting Facts

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:26:29 -0500

The spectacle and wow factor of Africa is all around you while you hunt. It's not just in the trophy, it's not in the challenge, it's not round the fire at night and it's certainly not in the skinning shed.

The real beauty of hunting Africa lies in the weird and wonderful facts that every plant, mammal, bird, insect and reptile has within that you didn't even know about.

In this episode, I will bring 15 weird and wild facts that you can impress your PH with on your next hunting safari.

If you are enjoying these episodes, then take a couple seconds to leave a review and rating on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Cheers!!

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Ep 112: Warrior Trophies

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:27:49 -0500

When it comes to hunting trophies in Africa, as hunters we often get hung up on size, inches, length or even a "good representative" of the species.

However, have you considered hunting those real warriors of a species? The old battle axes, the ones way past their prime, the ones that defended their ladies, drove off the threats and put their bodies on the line to remain top dog for as long as they could.

Those are the types of animals I enjoy hunting and in this episode I discuss some of the best species that will give you those warrior trophies.

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Ep 111: Hal Rose - Hunted South Africa 3 Times And Going Back For More

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:03:46 -0500

My guest on this episode is just down the Texan road from me, Hal Rose.

Hal first hunted South Africa back in 1994 and only returned some twenty years later. Well, as Hal will re-tell, the African bug bit him harder on his second trip and since then he has planned on returning to hunt this beautiful land every year since.

Hal shares some great stories across his 3 trips to South Africa, from Kwa-Zulu Natal, to Limpopo and down to the Eastern Cape. He also shares some great advice for those new hunters, looking at hunting Africa.

If you would like to reach out to Hal and talk about hunting or maybe even get some feedback on an outfitter you are looking at, then you can reach him via email on: halrose01@gmail.com

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Ep 110: Samir Suleiman - Hunting Mozambique

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:13:37 -0500

For many hunters the country of Mozambique is usually reserved for their 5th, 6th or 7th hunting trip to Africa...and for good reason! Mozambique is without a doubt a wild wild place, and to be called truly wild in Africa is saying a lot. The hunting is hard, the animals are fierce and if they don't kill you, then either the malaria or Tsetse flies will.....or the land mines will. You get my point, it's a wild place.

Well, my guest for today's episode decided that Mozambique would be his first port of call into his hunting Africa journey and by the sounds of his stories, it was an incredible decision to make.

Sit back, grab a cold one and enjoy this episode as Samir shares some stories from his adventure of hunting in Mozambique.

Ep 109: Returning Guest Aaron Lassila - Hunting The Free State of South Africa

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:33:10 -0500

Back in the hot seat this week, is returning guest Aaron Lassila from all the way back on Episode 61.

Aaron first came on the podcast to talk about how he was planning his first African hunting trip to South Africa. Well, it has been over a year now and Aaron is back with some special hunting stories to share from his time hunting in South Africa.

Enjoy!

Ep 108: 2 Buffalo Hunting Stories

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:49:21 -0500

I put out a call on social media for some hunting stories and by goodness did the hunting community respond.

This weeks episode I give a brief bit of advice for those heading to the hunting shows in the US and frankly, anyone else that may be planning a trip to Africa. Then I jump straight into two fantastic hunting stories shared by Ron and Michael from the US, who so kindly took up the call for hunting stories and decided to share their experience of hunting in Africa.

Enjoy!

Ep 107: Peyton & Roan - My First Deer

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:20:26 -0500

This past hunting season here in Texas has been extra special for the family, for many different reasons. The most significant for me was achieving a life long dream of helping my kids hunt their first animals.

I thought what a fitting way to celebrate their first success and official designation as hunters, than to bring them onto the podcast as guests and have them share their story of how they hunted their first deer here in Texas, with the listeners.

Enjoy the episode everyone and all the very best for 2026.

Ep 106: SA vs Texas - Prepping For A Hunt

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:46:23 -0500

I have run hunts in Africa and I have run hunts in Texas. One would assume they are the same, but in reality they are vastly different.

In this episode, I share some insight into what it was like prepping for a hunt here in Texas versus how we would prepare for a hunt back in South Africa. I talk about the new aspects of hunting in Texas I had to learn, such as blind and feeder placement, the correct judging of Whitetail age and how to go to war with wasps!

Enjoy and Merry Christmas to you all.

Ep 105: Guest On The Lone Star Outdoor Podcast

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:10:03 -0500

A little different episode today for you folks, but one I am sure you will enjoy none the less.

I was recently a guest on Cable Smith's podcast The Lone Star Outdoor Show, where talked of course everything hunting related, but also a small project I had been working on with a few buddies of mine.

Enjoy and remember to rate and review the podcast.

Cheers!

Ep 104: Travis Barnes - Taking My Daughters To Hunt In Africa

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:37:55 -0500

I really enjoyed having a chat with Travis from Georgia on this episode, for two reasons. The first being, he hunted in the same area of South Africa where I had hunted many times with clients and also a youngster. So it was great hearing the perspective of another hunter about an area I hold closely.

The second reason being, Travis took his two daughters with him on his first African safari and by the sounds of his stories and the admiration coming from him as a father, those girls had a literal blast.

I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, then take a couple seconds to leave a rating and review. Much appreciated!

If you would like to reach out to Travis to ask him any questions about his trip, then you can do so right here: travisb302@yahoo.com

Ep 103: Complain The Right Way

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:31:29 -0500

**NOTE** The audio is a little fuzzy at the start of the episode, give it some time as it does come right. I was using my mobile speaker on the ranch and got a little static from it.

Everyone hopes and expects their dream hunting safari to run smoothly. The client expects it, the outfitter hopes for it and the PH does his best to make it happen...but things don't always go according to plan out in the African bush. For some, their dream trip turns into a nightmare and they have legitimate complaints and issues they want to raise about their safari and rightly so. However, there is a correct way to complain, and in this impromptu episode where I record while out on the ranch, I discuss the right way to complain about your hunting safari.

Enjoy!

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Ep 102: Tai Emery - The Real Benefits Of Hunting In Africa

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 22:35:19 -0500

My guest on today's podcast is Tai Emery, is a current bare knuckle fighter, power slap competitor and former Legends Football League player. Tai may not fit the mould of your traditional trophy hunter, but a recent trip to the Eastern Cape of South Africa opened her eyes to real benefits that hunting can bring to local communities.

Tai and I had a great chat, and she shared some stories from her time in South Africa as well as the importance of educating some of her fellow fighters in just how beneficial hunting can really be.

Hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to give Tai a follow on her social media platforms, she is doing a great job in getting the good word about hunting out to the masses.

Enjoy!

Ep 101: Buffalo Scrum Cap Story

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 15:01:05 -0400

You often hear from people that going on a hunting safari is a trip of a lifetime, and it certainly is, but what you rarely hear from people is that they got a once in a lifetime trophy!

This story recaps that exact trophy, a true once in a lifetime trophy.

**NOTE**

I did mention in the intro of episode that there is a video of this particular hunt, well I was unaware at the time that the video has not yet been released. So, I would suggest following the link to the This Is Africa TV YouTube channel and I am sure they will release the video soon.

Link below

https://www.youtube.com/@ThisisAfricaTVshow

Ep 100: Cody Schwartz - Hunting South Africa 3 Years In A Row

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 22:11:18 -0400

There really is no right time to hunt Africa, if you want to go you will find a way, if you do not then you will find an excuse.

My guest on today's episode is Cody Schwartz from Roswell NM, and after deciding to book a hunt in South Africa at an SCI show, he enjoyed it so much he made plans to go back every year, each time bringing one of his family members.

Cody shares some great stories about the animals he was targeting, as well as some valuable info for anyone considering booking their first trip.

If you would like to reach out to Cody and ask him a few questions or just chat about hunting in Africa, you can do so by sending him an email below:

codyschwartz45@gmail.com Enjoy!

Ep 99: Pesky Agents

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 17:13:14 -0400

If you are a hunting Outfitter that operates not only in South Africa, but anywhere in Africa, then you will agree with this statement. "There is always someone out their looking to take their slice of your cake"

In this episode, I talk about some of my experiences with agents, reps, wanna be agents and some just down right sneaky dirty lying agents.

If you want to hear more of these stories, then reach out to me or leave your request as a comment on Spotify or a rating on Apple Podcasts.

Enjoy!

Ep 98: Devin Trimarchi - Hunting In Limpopo, South Africa

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 22:01:17 -0400

My guest on the latest episode is Devin from Kansas City and we had a great chat, covering all sorts of topics from how he chose his outfitter, bringing over your own rifle, the importance of not sticking to a list, trusting yourself to pull of a quick 'hail Mary' shot, plus Devin gave some fantastic advice for those planning their first trip to Africa.

If you are enjoying these episodes and getting some value out of them, then do me a massive favour and take a few seconds to leave a review and rating on Apple podcasts and Spotify. Thanks!

Get in touch with Devin or follow along on his hunting journeys on his instagram:

@celebratory_gunfire

Ep 97: Stuart & Kayla - Hunting Together In South Africa

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:12:59 -0400

Easily one of the more frequent questions I was asked when booking hunts for clients, was "Can I bring my spouse and what will they do?" It is a fair question and while I would list off numerous non-hunting activities they could do, I knew deep down that 95% of the time the significant other would tag along on the hunts and have the time of their life.

In this episode we get to dive in a little deeper to this scenario as I am joined by Stuart and Kayla from Missouri, who recently returned from a hunting trip to South Africa. Now while Kayla didn't hunt on this trip...she did admit that she wouldn't be missing out on the chance to pull the trigger on their next safari.

Enjoy and please remember to rate and review this podcast.

Ep 96: Trevor Oertel - Pushing Back Against The Misinformation

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 22:45:45 -0400

Trevor Oertel is a man that we as hunters should be throwing our full support behind and sharing his messages far and wide. I have been following Trevor for a good few years now and I have always enjoyed reading his articles, opinion pieces and his push back against the misinformation, lies and false accusations that are published against hunters in main stream media.

I had a good chat with Trevor as he shared in his insights into the research his does for his articles, the support people like him and many others need from the greater hunting community and most importantly that we as outdoorsman no longer need to roll over and take the BS that animal-rights slacktivists publish about hunting, it's time to push back.

SUPPORT HIM, FOLLOW HIM & SHARE HIS ARTICLES

Links to Trevors articles articles below:

1. Ten Years After Cecil. The Lion, the Lies, and the Exploitation of Wildlife and the Public

2. The Exploitation of “Blondie” to Ignite Another Global Misinformation Campaign Against African Conservation.

3. Conservation and Conspiracies

Ep 95: Herb Atkinson - The Love Of Hunting Africa

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:51:01 -0400

In this episode I am joined by longtime hunter Herb Atkinson as he recounts the beauty and intensity of hunting in Africa over many years.

Herb shares life-changing moments: leopard and buffalo on foot, charging lions, elephant hunts, and the importance of forming a good bond with your PH. He also reflects on conservation, the people he met, and the deep rewards beyond the shot.

Listen for vivid stories, practical hunting insight, and a heartfelt tribute to Africa’s landscapes, wildlife, and communities.

Hope you enjoy and please remember to leave a review and rating.

Ep 94: The Misguided Mob

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:30:18 -0400

This episode will simply be a reading from a post made on facebook about the tragic loss of a fellow hunter, that was tragically killed while on safari in South Africa and how the misguided mob that is the anti-hunters responded in the most sickening of ways.

Ep 93: Evil High Fence Hunters

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 22:28:02 -0400

Ok folks, the time has come to finally put this debate to bed. Hunting behind high fences, is it right or wrong? Does it have a place in the hunting industry? Should we feel bad about hunting high fence ranches or should we be promoting more free range properties?

Well, it's about time I throw my 2 cents into the mix and I have a couple of points to make that will have you second guessing the next time someone mentions "ethics" and "high fences" in the same sentence. So...Let's Go!

Hope you enjoy!

Ep 92: Hunting Safari Etiquette

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 10:33:14 -0400

this episode dives into the often-overlooked but essential topic of Hunting Safari Etiquette. Discover the unwritten rules and cultural nuances that truly enhance an African hunting adventure. From respecting local traditions and PH expertise to understanding the unique social dynamics of the bush, this discussion offers light-hearted yet practical advice to help international hunters prepare for an authentic and respectful experience. Tune in to learn how to navigate new customs and make the most of your safari, South African style!

Ep 91: Bushveld Communists

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 21:51:23 -0400

This episode delivers a wild and humorous dive into why the baboon is the African bushveld's ultimate communist. We'll explore their chaotic social structures and how their "Great Leap Forward" foraging habits devastate bird populations and crucial plant life, alongside causing millions in damage to industries like timber and agriculture. We'll also expose their cunning "victim" PR campaigns—including those well-meaning "save the baboon" initiatives—even as their bold incursions into human areas lead to property damage and dangerous attacks. Natural predators simply can't control their soaring numbers, making human intervention a critical part of restoring balance.

Enjoy the episode, and remember to Rate & Review!

Cheers

Ep 90: Cory Orr - Q & A Session About Hunting In Africa

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:05:21 -0400

Cory is deep into the final phases of planning his first trip to Africa. He reached out to me with a couple questions on Africa and specifically how to judge the trophy quality of certain animals. I offered for him to jump onto the pod and we could discuss his trip in detail and that I would be happy to answer any questions he had about hunting in South Africa. Long story short.....he is that Q & A session. Hope you enjoy!

Please remember to leave a rating and review of the podcast, it helps a ton and pushes the pod up the rankings.

Jono

Ep 89: Dr Christiaan Winterbach - Researching Lions In The Okavango Delta

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:07:59 -0400

The Okavango Delta of Northern Botswana is an absolute wildlife mecca and without a doubt one of the most naturally wild places on Earth. Elephants, buffalo, lion, leopard, hippo, crocs, cheetah, kudu, lechwe, giraffe, the Okavango has it all.

Dr Christiaan Winterbach has spent well over 25 years of his life researching the lions of this wonderful area, from gathering data to determining population sizes, territories, habits and more. I had a great conversation with Christiaan and learning more about these large beasts in the massive wildlife area.

Enjoy!

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Ep 88: Chance Eubanks - Africa Hunt Paid For By Taco Bell

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 20:52:00 -0400

Here is a remarkable story of focusing on your dreams, being willing to roll up your sleeves, put in the hard work and let nothing get in your way until you are literally in Africa, standing over a Kudu bull you just hunted.

I had the pleasure of chatting with Chance Eubanks, who got to live out his dream of hunting in Africa by doing exactly that, getting to work, saving his money and earning it.

I know you will enjoy this episode!

Cheers

Ep 87: Stephen Palos - Defending The Freedom To Hunt

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:51:40 -0400

Stephen Palos is the CEO of the Confederation of Hunting Associations of South Africa (CHASA) and the Vice-Chair of the Sustainable Use Coalition of Southern Africa (SuCo), this man is literally on the front lines defending hunters freedom to hunt and protecting the outdoorsman and the industry as a whole from unfair legislation and regulations that are designed to put an end to hunting.

Stephen and I talk about both the organisations he works in, their roles, how they defend hunter's freedoms, working with other associations and the support needed from not only the local hunters but those international outdoorsman that have a keen interest in hunting in Africa.

Enjoy!

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Ep 86: Why The Eastern Cape?

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 22:30:17 -0400

Well, I have had enough and I cannot contain it anymore... it's time to brag about my home province!

The Eastern Cape of South Africa is without a doubt a hunter's dream playground, it's a wildlife mecca. But there is more to this beautiful province than just the hunting opportunities, it is (in my opinion) the most diverse and varied province in all of South Africa.

For those of you considering a hunting trip to the Eastern Cape, this episode is for you as I highlight the charms and beautiful assets of this magical part of South Africa.

Enjoy!

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Ep 85: It's All About Inches & Colour In Game Breeding

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 22:49:56 -0400

The breeding of animals, the crossing of DNA, the choosing of certain characteristics and tinkering with specific traits, is a complex task. It's like trying to make the perfect meal, while following an extremely difficult recipe. A little too much of this, means you have to take away some of this, and not getting the right balance between all the ingredients could ruin the whole meal.

In this episode, I talk about these complexities, my background and all be it very limited knowledge in the breeding of animals, as well as my concerns with how the intensive game breeding operations within South Africa, may be doing more harm to a species than good!

I hope you enjoy this episode, if you did then please take a few minutes to rate and review the podcast.

Cheers

Ep 84: Rob McCanna - CEO of Dallas Safari Club

Wed, 21 May 2025 00:06:33 -0400

Rob McCanna recently took over the hot seat at the DSC organization and to say he hit the ground the running and was instantly met with an array of challenges would be under statement.

I was intrigued about Rob's leadership qualities when I listened to a podcast he did with Robbie Kroger from Blood Origins. I appreciated his acceptance of the negatives and his willingness to make things right and drive the organization forward. But I wanted to find out more about the man himself, and I enjoyed hearing from Rob about his earlier days hunting and his love for the outdoors.

I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you did then please take 2 minutes to leave a review and rating.

Jono

Ep 83: Afrikaner Refugees In America - My Thoughts

Thu, 15 May 2025 23:22:44 -0400

A very brief episode this week, but one I feel holds a level of importance that many of us will find interesting.

I share my thoughts and opinions on the arrival of the 49 South African refugees that landed in the United States on Monday 12th May.

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Ep 82: Hunting Fugitives In Africa - Conscious Caracal Podcast

Sat, 10 May 2025 15:45:17 -0400

Something slightly different, but equally entertaining. Today's episode is one I borrowed from a fellow South African podcast called Conscious Caracal hosted by Ernst van Zyl.

This episode may not specifically be about hunting game in Africa but it still revolves around some form of hunting in Africa. I hope you enjoy it.

Thank you to Ernst van Zyl, the host of the Conscious Caracal podcast, for giving me permission to use his content. Below are links to Ernst's podcast socials, I highly recommend you follow them.

Conscious Caracal Links

Listen on Spotify

Listen on Apple

Watch on YouTube

Ep 81: Challenge Yourself In Africa

Sun, 04 May 2025 13:21:50 -0400

** Rant Warning!**

Hunting in Africa is not meant to be easy, it's not meant to be a "holiday", it's not an all you can shoot buffet. Hunting in Africa is a privilege and an experience like no other. You should come away from your hunting trip a better hunter, better person and have a greater understanding of what the word "Trophy" really means to you.

Take this episode as your reminder that while you are out on your safari in Africa, that it is not meant to be a walk in the park, you will be challenged, you will fail or you will overcome. Give Africa your best when she challenges you, and in return you will be rewarded in many different ways.

Enjoy!

And The Africa Hunting Quiz Winner Is....

Thu, 01 May 2025 18:57:24 -0400

Well, after 10 rounds of our inaugural Africa Hunting Quiz, the time has come to crown a champion.

Firstly, thank you to all of those that took part in the quiz. Most stuck it out till the very end, some gave up after round 4 and 5 but for the most part it was encouraging to see how many people knew about the various aspects of hunting in Africa.

If anyone has some interesting hunting stories about Africa that they would like to share, then feel free to reach out to me via email and we will organize to get you on the podcast.

Contact me at: jonomchugh@gmail.com

Ep 80: Joey LeBlanc - Handgun Hunting In South Africa

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 23:23:06 -0400

In this episode I had a really cool and interesting chat with Joey LeBlanc from Louisiana. Joey went on his first African safari back in 2024 and decided to opt for the unconventional way of hunting by taking his handgun on the trip.

Although not new to the industry, handgun hunting in South Africa is still relatively uncommon amongst first time hunters to Africa. Joey is a really cool guy and he shared everything about his adventure from setting up the correct loads for his gun, too practicing on the range and finally putting it all to the test in Africa.

Below is the link to Joey's article where you can learn a little more about his adventure to the Dark Continent.

Joeys Article ----> https://handgunhuntingafield.blog/2024/09/26/the-stars-align-by-joey-leblanc/

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Cheers

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 10

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 23:14:22 -0400

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 10 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 79: Robbie Kroger - Blood Origins & The Truth About Hunting

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:31:15 -0400

Robbie Kroger, founder of Blood Origins, is on the front lines when it comes to defending the practice of hunting, counteracting misinformation proposed by ARA's, and in my opinion leading the way in portraying the real meaning behind what it means to be a hunter and the benefits hunting can provide to the greater community.

Join Robbie and myself as we discuss his latest projects with Blood Origins and how the hunting community is fighting back against those who wish to see it banished.

I highly suggest you follow Blood Origins and as a hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman, you throw your full support behind him.

Blood Origins: bloodorigins.org/our-roots/

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Africa Hunting Quiz Round 9

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 17:14:33 -0400

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 9 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 78: Cameron Mitchell - Double Rifles & A Love For Africa

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:15:03 -0500

Cameron Mitchell is a great guy, and I honestly could have made this episode 3 hours long. He has been on some cool hunting adventures and bow hunted on all 5 continents.

Cameron and I chatted about his fascination with double rifles, his love for Africa, his work with the Sheep Foundation, and the Grand Slam Club/Ovis. It was a cool episode and an honor to have him on as a guest.

If you have any stories about your time in Africa that you would like to share, then contact me via email, and we will arrange a time to record an episode. Hunters Welcome!!

Jonomchugh@gmail.com

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Africa Hunting Quiz Round 8

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:39:21 -0500

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 8 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 77: Bill Davis - Helping Fellow Hunters & The Hunt South Africa Facebook Group

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 22:39:56 -0500

Here is probably my main advice for those guys considering a hunting safari to Africa and who aren't quite sure where to start. Here it is, talk with other hunters that have been to Africa and ask a lot of questions.

I have a returning guest from episode 12 back on the podcast, Bill Davis.

Bill has a real passion for hunting in Africa and he is always open with his time and willing to answer any questions and help out with those planning their first trip. Bill and I discuss an array of topics, including what it takes to be an admin of one of Facebook's largest Hunt South Africa groups.

Enjoy and remember to leave a rating and review, because if you do not, you'll probably get an ear infection and you will miss out on hearing from this podcast again, and no one wants that.

Enjoy!

Ep 76: Hunters Can Save The Rhino

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:58:46 -0500

**Edit: At 01:08:10 I mention "6 females de-horned, 6 males hunted." I meant 3 females and 6 males hunted. The income generated from 9 rhinos.

The Rhino poaching pandemic rages on and seems to be a losing battle. Those on the frontlines and fighting every day for the survival of these incredible animals are heroes and everyday warriors who deserve the utmost support and praise.

But the battle is being lost and seeing that to be true with how many rhinos are being poached on an almost daily basis.

In this episode, I provide my solution to solve the poaching crisis and as long as we hunters band together and apply the principles of sustainable hunting....then we can save this incredible animals.

RATE & REVIEW this episode, share it far and wide, send in your thoughts and ideas, and let's see if we can get this initiative off the ground.

email: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 7

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:17:52 -0500

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 7 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 75: Jesse VanKoughnett - Forming A Bond With Your PH & Enjoying The Smaller Experiences

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:31:22 -0500

You're going to enjoy this episode!

My guest for episode 75 is Jesse VanKoughnett from Ontario, Canada.

This is a great episode as Jesse shares his experiences of his hunting safari in the Mpumalanga Province of South Africa.

We talk about the importance of forming a good bond with your PH, how going after buffalo cows can be just as dangerous as bulls, enjoying the smaller simpler moments of the trip, and his future plans for his next hunting trip.

Jesse's socials so you can follow along on his next adventure:

@jvankoughnett90

jvankoughnett1990@hotmail.com

If you would like to be a guest on the show and share your experiences, then send me an email and we can arrange a time to hit record.

jonomchugh@gmail.com

REMEMBER TO RATE & REVIEW

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 6

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 19:48:18 -0500

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 6 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 74: Trophies You CANNOT Pass On!

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 22:47:11 -0500

We have all heard the saying "Take What Africa Gives You?", in essence, it really means do not pass up on a great opportunity to hunt an animal you didn't consider before.

Well, in this episode I have put together a list of the trophies you simply CANNOT pass on and shouldn't pass while hunting in South Africa.

Enjoy!

Remember to RAte & Review

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 5

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 20:26:49 -0500

Happy Late-Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 5 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 73: Colonel Chris Wyatt - Talking Politics In South Africa

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 23:58:19 -0500

To start, yes I know the audio on my side sucks once again and I promise to fix it and buy a decent mic....so again, I apologize.

My guest on today's episode is Colonel Chris Wyatt who is a wealth of knowledge and analysis when it comes to politics on the African continent.

Colonel Wyatt's YouTube channel (Link Below) is very popular amongst South Africans and Americans who all have a keen interest in the chaos that is South African politics.

I have been following Colonel Wyatt for a while now and was extremely excited when he accepted my invitation to be a guest on Round The Fire and I hope you enjoy his insights and enthusiasm about the political landscape in South Africa.

Colonel Chris Wyatt

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ColonelChrisWyatt

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 4

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:43:50 -0500

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 4 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Ep 72: Get In The Salt....Shed

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:49:38 -0500

Opening that crate full of your African trophies is like Christmas for hunters. A flood of memories of good times and happiness comes rushing in. But that could all be blown away instantly when you find your trophies bald, patchy, peeling, and cracked because they were not handled correctly after you hunted them.

Whose fault is it? Who is going to repay you for the trophies? Why are they like this? Unfortunately, these are the questions you never get the answers to.

In today's episode, I will give you a few tips and pieces of advice to ensure you never have to experience this type of heartache over your cherished trophies.

Remember to Rate & Review.... do it, or else your hunting buddies will never stop teasing you about having a 6.5 Creedmore.

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 3

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:33:26 -0500

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 3 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Good luck!

Ep 71: How To Read Packages

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 19:57:00 -0500

It's not rocket science figuring out what most African hunting outfitters have on offer, you simply go on their website, maybe visit their social media pages, or even visit them at the shows and have a look at the hunting packages they have on offer. Simple.

You pick a package that has the animals you want to hunt, the number of days and a price that works within your budget, again simple! But don't start sending deposits just yet, because I have a few things to say about how to read a hunting package and ensure it's the best choice for you.

Enjoy the episode and if you did, then leave a review.

Cheers

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 2

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:33:43 -0500

Happy Friday hunters!

That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.

Listen to Round 2 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Good luck!

Ep 70: Hunt These Animals In These Areas ONLY

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:27:38 -0500

One of South Africa's biggest draw cards is its diversity in landscape, vegetation, and especially game species. What is interesting about each species is its adaptability to its surroundings, especially the areas where it naturally occurs.

By hunting animals in their natural environments, makes the hunt even more exciting and challenging.

Today's episode I go over which animals you should be focusing on and in which areas of South Africa they should be hunted.

Africa Hunting Quiz Round 1

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 22:50:15 -0500

I promised a few new features to the podcast for 2025, and here is the first one: an Africa Hunting Quiz to test the mental skills of the Round The Fire listeners.

Here is how it's going to work:

- Each week, 10 questions will be released (most likely on a Friday)

- Respond via email with your answers to the 10 questions

- There will be 10 rounds of questions, so 100 questions in total for the year

- At the end of the year, the listener with the most correct answers, Wins A Prize! (It's not a free Safari, so chill)

Send your answers to the following e-mail: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

Good luck!

Ep 69: Should PHs Unionize?

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:52:22 -0500

Always a hot topic. Labor Unions, you're either a supporter or do everything you can to avoid them.

Currently, there are no registered Unions in South Africa that directly represent Professional Hunters. Should there be? And will they be beneficial to PHs and the industry? Or will they simply cause division amongst Outfitters and those they rely on to guide their clients.

In today's topic, I try to answer those questions. Enjoy!

RATE & REVIEW or else you won't get that Kudu bull you have been dreaming of, it's a fact!

Ep 68: John Richardson - Hunting The Eastern Cape

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:26:53 -0500

Firstly, I apologize for the poor audio quality on my side. It seems I forgot to change some settings, but hey, this is what you get from a PH trying to be a Podcaster.

Last year, John Richardson emailed me for a hunting outfitter recommendation. I passed him on to my good friend in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. A few months later, John, along with his brother-in-law, was on a plane heading to South Africa.

I invited John onto the podcast to share his experience and now you get to hear it too. I hope you enjoy!

Remember to Rate & Review

John's Contact Details

www.onlygunsandmoney.com

jppr9954@gmail.com

Ep 67: My "3 Birds 1 Stone" Solution To Young PHs & South African Meat Hunters

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 17:23:58 -0500

There is a dilemma facing the general hunting industry in South Africa. The first is the large number of young, experienced PHs being churned out by schools, and the industry is not able to accommodate them. The second is the dwindling farms and properties available to the everyday South African citizen hunter who is simply looking to fill their freezer for the year.

Well, I may have a solution to these two issues....and maybe others.

Enjoy the episode and remember to Rate & Review.

Ep 66: Alan Franklin - Hunting The Northern Cape & Mpumalanga of South Africa

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:33:03 -0500

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

I can honestly say that one of the things I am most grateful for is being a hunter and the incredible community that comes with it.

As hunters we all share a connection and love for the outdoors and an appreciation for one another, we enjoy swapping stories, meeting new hunters, seeing trophy photos and sitting round a fire talking absolute rubbish with a few cold ones.

When Alan contacted me to say he was enjoying the Podcast and that his hunting lease was just down the road from the ranch I work on, I asked him if he wanted to record an episode to share his experience of hunting in South Africa, and he said, "Sure!" That's why I am thankful for being a hunter.

Remember to Rate & Review the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

If you would like to share your stories on the podcast, then reach out to me by email: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

Ep 65: Surprises To Lookout For!

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 21:56:17 -0500

It takes a lot of planning when putting together your dream African hunting safari, and as much as we all like to believe that we have the bases covered, there will still be those unforeseen surprises that will throw a spanner in the works.

In this episode, I discuss a few surprises that you may not have accounted for, and hopefully, they will help you with the planning of your trip.

If you are interested in hunting the beautiful region of the Eastern Cape in South Africa, then send me an email and I will put you in contact with a very good friend of mine that runs a top-notch hunting safari operation. Send your query to: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST

Ep 64: Wounded Animals, Who Gets The Final Shot?

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 12:39:11 -0500

Oh boy is this a tough discussion to have around the fire, when your dream animal ends up with a few unwanted bullet holes in it!

No one enjoys going after wounded animals, its every hunter's nightmare and when on a paid hunting safari it can certainly increase the pressure levels.

But who actually gets the final shot on a wounded animal? The hunter or the PH?

Remember to Rate & Review, plus share your hunting stories with me via email: Jonomchugh@gmail.com.

Ep 63: Signs Of A Sh**y Client

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 19:58:12 -0400

It's all said in jest fellas so let's not take it too personally, however, should you tick many of the boxes that show you to be a Sh**ty client, then I suggest you go book another African Safari hunting trip and do better! ;)

I hope you all enjoy the latest episode!

Jono

Ep 62: My Response To PHASA

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 21:14:56 -0400

Today's episode is a little different from the usual content that I post on this podcast, but it is still one that I know will make for interesting listening.

If you have any thoughts on the podcast, opinions or suggestions, then feel free to reach out to me via email: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

It would also be great if you could take a few seconds to leave a Review & Rating of the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Enjoy!

Jono

Ep 61: Aaron Lassila: Planning My First African Safari

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 15:57:58 -0400

This was an interview I really enjoyed recording. I was joined by Aaron Lassila, who recently picked up an African Hunting trip through an auction at a local Ducks Unlimited banquet.

Aaron and I discussed the process he is going through for planning the trip, his expectations and the preparations to ensure he has a great time.

I am sure many of you listening that have been to Africa can relate to what Aaron has to say and for those who are in his shoes may learn a thing or two. If you would like to contact Aaron to discuss his trip and get some advice you can contact me and I will pass on his email address.

Enjoy and please Rate & Review.

Jono

Ep 60: Small Outfitters Are In Danger!!

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:24:08 -0400

The growth of the Hunting Industry in South Africa is fantastic, it generates a good income, creates jobs, adds towards conservation and everyone benefits in the long run.....or do they?

I have a different take on the future of small outfitters within the hunting industry of South Africa and it does not look good!

Do you agree with my points of view in the podcast? If you are on Spotify, you can comment below or email me at Jonomchugh@gmail.com with your thoughts, solutions, or counterarguments.

REMEMBER TO RATE AND REVIEW........Thank you!

Jono

Ep 59: How a PH Sets Up For The Shot

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 22:56:09 -0400

A PH has a lot to consider when setting their client up for a shot. From the species they are targeting, setting the sticks up correctly, how will the animal react after the shot? Is the client looking at the right bull? How many animals are in the herd and what is unique about the animal to tell it apart from the herd?

For the client, the train of thought of simple is simple, focus on the animal that the PH points out, steady the scope and squeeze the trigger.

In this episode I talk about what went through my mind when setting the client up for a shot.

Enjoy and remember to Rate & Review

Happy Hunting

Jono

Ep 58: Signs You Have a Sh**ty PH

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:16:17 -0400

A Professional Hunter is the glue between you and a successful safari. No matter how fancy the lodge, how big your budget is, or how many quality animals are on display, if you have a sh**ty PH.....then you will have a sh**ty time.

Thankfully, in this episode I will highlight a few signs to look for that may help you determine whether or not you got paired with a sh**ty PH.

ANNOUNCEMENT: If you have any hunting stories, whether they are funny stories, horror stories, or amazing adventure stories to share but you don't want to record an episode on the podcast, then send me an email and I'll read out your story at the beginning of the latest episode.

Email: jonomchugh@gmail.com

Please take a few seconds to Rate & Review the podcast on Apple Podcast & Spotify.

Thanks

Jono

Ep 57: Saltlick Outdoors

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 22:35:47 -0400

I was recently a guest on the Saltlick Outdoors (Saltlick Worldwide) Podcast and had a great chat with the guys. We initially wanted to discuss the role that AI could play in the hunting industry, but the conversation flowed so nicely that we ended up covering all aspects of the industry.

Enjoy the episode and remember to rate and review. Thanks!!

Saltlick Outdoors:

Website: https://www.saltlickoutdoors.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaltlickOutdoors

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saltlickoutdoorsworldwide/featured

Note: There are one or two places in the episode where the audio drops in quality, unfortunately that was out of our control. The quality does come back.

Ep 56: David From Canada, Hunting In Namibia & Peter Hathaway Capstick

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:21:32 -0400

In this episode, I had a great chat with David from Canada who shared his experience of hunting in Namibia and his enjoyment of reading and sharing the literature of the legend that is Peter Hathaway Capstick.

If you have any interesting hunting stories from Africa that you would like to share, then get in touch via email Jonomchugh@gmail.com and we can record an episode.

Don't forget to RATE & REVIEW on Apple Podcast and Spotify.

Jono

Ep 55: Economics, the glue between hunting, photographic safaris & conservation

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 22:24:45 -0400

Words like conservation, preservation and restoration have been popular marketing gimics and get thrown around without anyone truly understanding what they mean and what it entails to uphold them. This is especially true when it comes to the debate of hunting vs photographic safaris and which contributes more to conservation.

The real backbone to conservation however, is the economics and in this episode I breakdown why that is the case.

If you have enjoyed this episode, please take the time to leave a review and rating.

If you have any thoughts on this topics or would like to share your hunting stories, then reach out to me via email: Jonomchugh@gmail.com

Ep 54: Is the "Trophy" in the eye of the beholder or does the Outfitter decide the trophy?

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 22:59:22 -0400

Don't let the record books provide you with a cold hard definition of what a trophy is, it isn't all about the inches and everyone has different perceptions of what a "trophy" means to them.

But what if the Outfitter pushes you into taking their definition of a trophy? Is it fair? Is it acceptable? And are you in a way to blame for it? I do my best to tackle these questions in the latest episode of Round The Fire.

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review on either Spotify or Apple Podcast.

Happy hunting

Jono

Ep 53: Chapter 12 Mental Strength / Chapter 13 Life After PH-ing & Out Of Season Work / Final Word

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 19:43:32 -0400

In the final episode of the book, I go over the final chapters. Chapter 12 Mental Strength and Chapter 13 Life After PH-ing & Out Of Season Work.

If you would like a copy of this book in PDF (it is 100% free, all I ask in return is for a positive review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts) then send an email to Jonomchugh@gmail.com and I will forward you a copy.

Ep 52: Signs You Booked With A Sh**ty Outfitter

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 23:44:42 -0400

I still find it somewhat bizarre that in 2024 with all the information and resources we have available to us, literally at our finger tips, that we still see reports of hunters having the most horrific safaris with some real sh**ty outfitters.

In this episode I try to bring up a few points that may help you decide on whether or not you have booked with a sh**ty outfitter.

If you enjoyed this episode and you have just a couple of seconds, please consider leaving a positive review on Apple podcast and Spotify to help increase the reach of this podcast.

Much appreciated

Jono

Ep 51: Chapter 11 Creating Your Own Personal PH Brand / Take It From Fred Burchell of Frontier Safaris

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 22:07:16 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 11: Creating Your Own Personal PH Brand and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Fred Burchell of Frontier Safaris.

Ep 50: Hardest Animals To Spot & Stalk Bow Hunt In South Africa

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 16:54:42 -0400

Taking a break from the book, I wanted to do an episode on a topic that has always been on my mind. What are the toughest animals to spot and stalk bow hunt in South Africa? I am not talking about the biggest, strongest, or thickest skinned but those species that can only be hunted by the most skillful bow hunters.

If you enjoy this podcast, then please take a second to leave a positive review on Apple Podcast and Spotify.

Much appreciated

Jono

Ep 49: Chapter 10 Hospitality, Dinner & Fireplace Etiquette / Take It From Jono McHugh of Kingsview Safaris

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:41:52 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 10: Hospitality; Dinner & Fireplace Etiquette and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Jono McHugh of Kingsview Safaris.

Ep 48: Chapter 9 The Ethics Of Hunting & Why It Is So Important / Take It From Wayne Dell of African Brothers Safaris

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:43:36 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 9: The Ethics Of Hunting & Why It Is So Important and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Wayne Dell of African Brothers Safaris.

Ep 47: Chapter 8 Realities Of Getting A Foot In The Door / Take It From Pieter Potgieter of Motsomi Safaris

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 17:32:33 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 8: Realities Of Getting A Foot In The Door and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Pieter Potgieter of Motsomi Safaris.

Ep 46: Kendal-Ray Kaschula - Recovering Wounded Leopards With Hounds

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:44:19 -0400

I wanted to take a break from my book episodes to bring you something a little different.

In this episode, I was fortunate enough to chat with Kendal-Ray Kaschula, Zimbabwe's only female houndsman.

Kendal shared her passion for hounds, living in Zimbabwe, what it takes to run a pack recovery hounds, and how her and her team go about recovering a wounded leopard.

If you enjoyed this episode, then go ahead and leave a positive review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts it would greatly help me in growing this pod and getting the voice of hunters out to a larger audience.

Ep 45: Chapter 7 Leave Your Ego At The Door / Take It From Dave Davenport of Leopard's Valley Safaris

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 19:06:22 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 7: Leave Your Ego At The Door and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Dave Davenport of Leopard's Valley Safaris.

Ep 44: Chapter 6 Post Shot Management / Take It From Nico Els of East Cape Bushveld Safaris

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 18:09:52 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 6: Post Shot Management and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Nico Els of East Cape Bushveld Safaris.

Ep 43: Chapter 5 Trackers & Skinners, The Unsung Hero / Take It From Johnny Vivier of Wintershoek Safaris

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 20:51:12 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 5: Trackers & Skinners, The Unsung Hero and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Jonny Vivier of Wintershoek Safaris.

Ep 42: Chapter 4 The Client, The Landowner & The Outfitter / Take It From Eardley Rudman of Blaauwkrantz Safaris

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 17:54:02 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 4: The Client, The Landowner & The Client and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Eardley Rudman of Blaauwkrantz Safaris.

Ep 41: Chapter 3 Theres More To It Than Pulling The Trigger / Take It From Grant Abrahamson of East Cape Safaris

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:16:04 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 3: There's More To It Than Pulling The Trigger and, we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from Grant Abrahamson of East Cape Safaris.

Ep 40: Chapter 2 Know The Law / Take It From J.P Kleinhans of J.P Kleinhans Safaris

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 20:53:49 -0400

Carrying on from the previous episode, I'll go through Chapter 2: Know The Law and we hear the responses to the Outfitter questionnaire from J.P Kleinhans at J.P Kleinhans Safaris.

Episode 39: Take It From Us - Chapter 1 A Brief History Into The Hunting Industry & How It Has Changed / Take It From Carl van Zyl of John X Safaris

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 20:19:32 -0400

In 2020, I sent out questionnaires to some of the top, more established hunting outfitters and professional hunters in South Africa. I asked them for guidance and advice that they would pass on to new PHs. From that info, I wrote the book Take It From Us - A compilation of advice and guidance on becoming a quality Professional hunter.

Over the coming few weeks, I will read the book chapter by chapter and the responses to the questionnaires given by the outfitters.

If you would like a copy of the book in PDF format, send an email to jonomchugh@gmail.com, it's completely free and all I ask for in return is a positive review on either Spotify or Apple podcasts.

Enjoy the episode.

Episode 38: I am back & a lot has changed!

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 18:42:48 -0400

It's been over a year since I last published a podcast episode and there is good reason for it.

A lot has happened, and many things have changed but most importantly, Round The Fire is back and we have more episodes lined up.

If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Thanks

Episode 37 (Repeat): Jim Shockey

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:32:28 -0400

This is a re-launch of Episode 11, where I had the great opportunity to have Jim Shockey on my podcast and chat with him about hunting in Africa.

I decided to clean up the audio and rework the episode a little bit for anyone that was new to the podcast. Jim Shockey needs no introduction to fellow hunters and his wealth of knowledge and experiences on hunting was really enjoyable to listen to.

Episode 36: Every Man MUST Hunt

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 15:15:30 -0400

Every Man MUST Hunt, not because we need higher numbers of hunters or to create some kind of movement, but rather every man must hunt because the values that hunting teaches you can be used in everyday life.

As men, there is a lot expected of us and it seems the weight on our shoulders never stops growing, but just like packing out an elk or loading a kudu bull, you push through the tough times because you know in the end it will be worth it.

Hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 35: facebook BANNED me....we need your support!

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 05:22:23 -0400

Well, social media threw us a big curve ball and as a small business operator, this one sucks. Facebook banned me and the effects it has are not good. We need your support and assistance to help get the word out there with regards to this podcast and help make it even bigger and better so we don't have to rely on social media platforms.

Give the episode a listen and remember to share it with family and friends.

Episode 34: My Dog Utah

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:34:57 -0400

I couldn't imagine a hunting trip without my dog Utah tagging along. But it wasn't always that way and I went many hunting seasons without a tracking dog.

After a few failed recoveries of wounded animals, I knew it was time to have a tracking dog of my own. In this episode, I talk about what qualities I looked for in a tracking dog, how I trained Utah, the things he taught me, and the number of times he saved us from losing any more animals.

Thank you once again to our main sponsor: www.RoyalKaroo.co.za

Episode 33: High Performance Hunting Mentality

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 15:22:50 -0400

As hunters we work tirelessly to ensure every aspect of our rifles, bows, optics and level of fitness are all perfectly tuned in for a successful hunt, but what about our mental performance? Do we need to focus more on how we are going to perform mentally under pressure?

I share some advice on why it is important to improve our mental skills so we can hunt like high performers.

Thanks again to our sponsors, Royal Karoo Safaris for keeping this podcast going.

www.RoyalKaroo.co.za

Episode 32: Andy & Daniel Horner

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:51:08 -0400

Andy and Daniel Horner joined me for a father/son hunting trip here in South Africa. There was one particular day when the heavy rain moved in and we had no choice but so sit tight in the lodge. We decided to record this podcast and share some insight into how the trip was going so far.

Daniel is a Sig Sauer ambassador and one of the best competition shooters in the world, so it was great to hear some advice from him on how to prep for a hunting safari in Africa.

Enjoy the show and please visit our sponsors Royal Karoo Safaris, who make these recordings possible. www.royalkaroo.co.za

Episode 31: Andrew Boetjer GY6 Outdoors

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 03:28:34 -0400

After an action packed hunting safari, myself and Andrew sat round the fire at camp and reflected on his hunt.

We shared insights into the hunting industry as a whole, talk about the benefits of hunting, breakdown each one of his hunts and share some good laughs.

Enjoy it!

Episode 30: Sue Tidwell

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 03:39:19 -0500

In this episode I have a good chat with Sue Tidwell, the author of Cries Of The Savanna. A fascinating book that I believe every hunter and even non-hunter should read.

Sue gives details about the book and the reasons behind her writing it.

Hope you enjoy. And please support the sponsor for the episode Royal Karoo Safaris at www.royalkaroo.co.za

Episode 29: Philip Glass

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 05:47:06 -0500

Note: Sorry about the bad audio on this episode, tried my best to fix it, was a mistake on my part....need to remember I am a hunting and not an uadio geek. Trying my best!

In this episode I was joined by Philip Glass who has a number of African safaris under his belt. He helps a lot of people with planning their first African safari trip, he was also highlighted in the documentary movie: Trophy. We chat about that and what sort of discussions and reactions the documentary brought into the hunting industry.

Enjoy the show!

Episode 28: Ramsey Russell

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 14:13:56 -0500

Duck hunting in Africa? Is it even possible? Can it be done? Yes, it can and the art of duck hunting is picking up in Africa with some incredible species on offer.

I had Ramsey Russell from GotDucks.com on the show and he shares his vast experience in duck hunting plus the time he went to Africa specifically for wingshooting.

This is a great episode and I hope you enjoy it.

These podcasts could not be possible without the great support from our sponsors so please head on over to RoyalKaroo.co.za and give the guys that side a big word of thanks!

Episode 27 : Angie Kokes

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 07:40:18 -0500

I had Angie Kokes on the show, an avid hunter that took up Spear hunting and never looked back. Angie shares some great insight into how she got into spear hunting, why it is important, as well a few adventures she had in Africa with her spear.

Enjoy the show and please remember to rate and share this podcast!

Thanks again to our sponsor Royal Karoo Safaris. www.royalkaroo.co.za

Episode 26 : Matt Dubber - Air Arms Hunting South Africa

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 08:23:13 -0500

Matt Dubber is probably the foremost hunter and content producer in South Africa when it comes to hunting with air guns. I invited Matt out to our coastal area for some Impala hunting and to sit round the fire while we braaied and get a little more insight into the dynamics of hunting with air rifles.

Hope you enjoy the episode and remember there is a video of this podcast up on our Kingsview Safaris Youtube channel.

Big shout out to Royal Karoo Safaris for being a great sponsor of the show. I highly suggest you check them out if you are ever interested in a hunting safari. www.RoyalKaroo.co.za

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Episode 25 : Bow Hunting in Africa - Planning your trip

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 14:58:39 -0500

Its no walk in the park hunting Africa with a bow, but what can be more difficult is booking with the right outfitter.

In this episode I discuss what you should look for in the ideal outfitter that will provide you with a successful bow hunting trip.

Thanks again to the sponsor of the show, Royal Karoo Safaris. rob and his team are perfectly setup for bow hunters and have incredible facilities. Check them out! www.royalkaroo.co.za

Episode 24 : JKO Hunting Safaris

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 04:34:18 -0400

It was fascinating to have Jacques Spamer, Owner and PH for JKO Hunting Safaris on the podcast. The areas and quality of animals that JKO has to offer are phenomenal and they are doing a great job of giving their clients a real hunting experience in many parts of Africa.

Their website is www.jkosafaris.com

Get in touch with Jacques about a hunting trip!

Episode 23 : Handrie Van Bergen

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 04:13:14 -0400

Handrie Van Bergen is a South African Professional Hunter, bull rider, barrel racer and fantastic hunter. We discuss a variety of things from Jackal hunting, what its like being a female PH in a male dominated industry to the overall future of hunting in South Africa.

This was a great podcast and I really enjoyed chatting with Handrie.

Thanks to Royal Karoo Safaris for sponsoring today's episode.

Episode 22 : 6 Steps To Booking a Hunting Safari

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:37:06 -0400

In this episode I discuss the process for booking a hunting safari and I break it down into 6 easy steps. There is also a really handy Booking Safari Checklist that you can download which makes the process a little more manageable.

Head on over to Huntafricashop.com find the blogs section, go into the 6 Steps blog and you can find the checklist there.

Want to thank our sponsor for this episode Royal Karoo Safaris, their support and backing is much appreciated. They run a fantastic operation go check them out at www.royalkaroo.co.za

Enjoy the show.

Episode 21 : Round The Fire With Rick Warren

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 04:48:21 -0400

I can't imagine there is a hunter out there that has hunted more Buffalo than Rick Warren, with almost 90 to his name and over 40 African safaris he surely has the experience and knowledge to chat about all things hunting in Africa.

But apart from his hunting exploits, Rick also does a lot behind the scenes for conservation in Africa and has been involved in many fund raisers to assist anti-poaching programs.

Hope you enjoy the show and remember to support the sponsor of today's show, HuntAfricaShop.com.

If you would like to be featured on this hunting podcast, get in touch today at info@kingsviewsafaris.co.za.

Episode 20 : Round The Fire With Payne Bodenheimer

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 05:48:06 -0400

Payne shares his cool experiences of hunting in Africa, from building a lasting friendship with his PH, getting seriously close to a Kudu and going on a last minute road trip to find an elusive red Nyala.

Payne also shares his thoughts and lessons about managing a large hunting profile on social media.

Hope you enjoy the show and please visit our sponsor of today's episode, Hunt Africa Shop to get the coolest Africa hunting t-shirts. Visit their shop at www.huntafricashop.com

Episode 19 : Round The Fire WithCoppersmith Logistics

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 10:30:46 -0400

You worked hard hunting your animals and your time in Africa has been a once in a lifetime trip. So getting your valuable trophies home safely and through the channels is exactly what Coppersmith Logistics does. I had a great chat with Michael Coppersmith who heads up the hunting trophy division and he shared some great insight into what his company does and how they can help you.

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Episode 18 : Round The Fire With Patrick Rothrock

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 07:36:23 -0400

"Fresh back from safari!" those were Patrick's words when he contacted me and I thought what a cool opportunity to get him onto the Podcast and have him share his experiences of hunting in South Africa. Patrick talks about planning his trip while navigating the ever changing Covid restrictions, how his PH was adaptive and flexible to their needs and how each animal hunted was unique in their own way.

I hope you enjoy this episode, Patrick is a great guy and I enjoyed chatted with him.

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Episode 17 : Round The Fire With Jack Carr

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 17:04:25 -0400

When I started this podcast I never once thought I would be chatting with a #1 New York Times Best Seller, but hey you gotta love the power of the internet and what a cool experience it was. Jack shared some great insight into the research he goes through for his books, he shares some of his own hunting experiences and talks about the time he spent with the anti-poaching unit in Mozambique. This was a great podcast and it was fascinating chatting with Jack. Be sure to get a copy of his new book, The Devil's Hand, it's an incredible read.

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Episode 16 : Round The Fire With Safari Speciality Importers

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:02:19 -0400

A hunting safari is nothing without it's memories and trophies, which is why getting them home is so important. And the process of getting them home is not as easy as it may seem but thankfully the guys at Safari Speciality Importers have made the entire process seamless, ensuring you get to enjoy the hunt without the stress of bringing your trophies home. I enjoyed chatting with Robert and Wyatt partners of SSI and discussing the finer details of a hunter bringing home their valuable trophies. This is an incredible podcast and certainly worth the listen.

You can reach to Wyatt from SSI at www.safarispecialtyimporters.com or email them at: info@safarispecialtyimporters.com

Episode 15 : Round The Fire With Jason Vincent

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:28:54 -0400

Jason Vincent and Don Trump Jnr teamed up to start something I believe the hunting industry has been craving for a while now, a no nonsense, unapologetic, call it how you see it hunting media organisation. They called it Field Ethos Journal and in the past couple months I devoured their content and really enjoyed how they perceived hunting. It was great to chat with Jason about all things hunting, especially the balance needed between hunting and family. Hope you enjoy the podcast.

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Episode 14 : Round The Fire With Kendall Jones

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 15:27:12 -0500

We each have our own hunting journeys, experiences, preferences and fulfillments when it comes to hunting. I really enjoyed listening to Kendall talk about what hunting has done for her, how she achieved so many incredible things at a young age, some crazy close calls, her charity work and especially her sincere love and appreciation for the outdoors, but mostly enjoying it her way. An incredible person and a real advocate to get more hunters, especially women to go and hunt Africa.

I hope you enjoy this Podcast as much as I did chatting with Kendall Jones.

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Episode 13 : Round The Fire With J Alain Smith

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 11:10:41 -0500

Not only have I enjoyed J Alain Smith's hunting show Rugged Expeditions, but I admired the way in which Alain always portrayed hunting and did his best to show the lighter side of it all. J Alain Smith has hunted all around the World and it was really great chatting to him about his adventures and especially his love for Africa.

Enjoy the show!

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Episode 12 : Round The Fire With Bill

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:23:53 -0500

I feel with every episode that is recorded, I gain more insight into how each person books a hunting trip to Africa and I find it fascinating. Bill's process is unique and I enjoyed chatting with him, hearing his thoughts and how he uses record books such as Rowland Ward to determine the ideal places for hunting the best possible species.

This episode is going to bring a ton of value....Again!

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Episode 11: Round The Fire With Jim Shockey

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 02:21:25 -0500

Having the opportunity to chat to someone with as much experience, knowledge and a love for hunting as Jim Shockey makes this podcast all worth it. Jim and I discuss hunting in Africa, why he loves it so much, his thoughts on the hunting industry as a whole and Jim gives some great advice on how to go about planning your African safari.

I had fun talking with this hunting icon and I hope you enjoy the episode.

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Episode 10 : Round The Fire With Taxidermy Africa

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 07:05:24 -0500

If you are planning a hunting trip to Africa then don't miss this episode. I sat down with Jeane Grieve from Taxidermy Africa and discussed all the various aspects about Taxidermy. From the different options clients have, the importance of communication, doing research before selecting a taxidermist and other services that taxidermists offer which you probably never even knew of.

This was a great episode.

Episode 9 : Round The Fire With Brandon

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 08:33:27 -0500

Another great episode, another great hunter and person to chat with, Brandon Scott from Texas.

Brandon bought an African hunt on an auction and shares his experience of hunting in South Africa. Brandon's wife also did some hunting during the trip and he offers great insight into travelling and hunting with your wife.

Episode 8 : Round The Fire With Curt

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 02:29:24 -0500

Had a fascinating chat with Curt West from Finland about the time and experiences he had in South Africa. It may not be the usual and conventional way of booking a trip but it worked out for Curt and he has been returning to South Africa every year for the past 19 years.

What a great person to chat to and I really enjoyed doing this episode.

Please like, comment, rate and share!!

Contact me directly on info@kingsviewsafaris.co.za

Episode 7 : Round The Fire Hunter

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 08:10:50 -0500

This episode is jam packed with a ton of info from someone that has a long family history of hunting and sending clients to South Africa. It was incredible chatting with Hunter Hebert and hearing his insights into how hunting has changed in South Africa over the years and how he breaks down each facet of a safari trip.

Enjoy and please remember to like, comment, share and rate!

Episode 6 : Round The Fire With Justine

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 09:34:57 -0500

On today's episode I get to chat with Justine, my wife, about hunting for the pot, the importance of hunting as an industry and she shares a story or two about what she loves most when it comes to hunting.

A great, chilled, laid back episode with someone who I love hunting with. Hope you enjoy!

Episode 5 : Round The Fire With Zach

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 08:29:31 -0500

This episode is packed with great advice and value about planning a hunting trip abroad and especially to South Africa. Zach hunted with us back in March 2020 just as Covid hit and he explains the importance of dealing with a good travel agent, booking hunts via agents and the process he uses in looking for a hunting Outfitter. Hope you enjoy and remember to subscribe, like and comment. Thanks and happy hunting.

Episode 4: Top 5 Animals To Hunt

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 07:46:27 -0500

Going to solo for Episode 4 of Round The Fire With Kingsview Safaris. In this episode I talk about the Top 5 Animals that I enjoy hunting either by myself or with clients and I break down each animal as to why they made it into my top 5. So I hope you enjoy hearing what it is like going after these amazing animals here in South Africa.

Round The Fire Episode 3 - Tony

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 03:49:04 -0400

Had a really cool chat with Tony who came bowhunting in 2019. He gave some great insight into travelling with your bow, what to expect and lessons he learnt about his hunting safari in South Africa.

Hope you enjoy this episode and get a ton of value from it.

Get in touch: info@kingsviewsafaris.co.za

Round The Fire Episode 2 - Ed

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 16:00:37 -0400

On this episode I chat hunting with past guest and good friend Ed Koby. Ed has hunted in Namibia and here in South Africa. He shares his experiences, advice and a few hunting stories of the animals he chased in Africa. Ed is a great guy and I always enjoy chatting with him. Hope you get a ton of value from the episode and please remember to like, rate, share, comment any support is super appreciated.

Get in touch: info@kingsviewsafaris.co.za

Round The Fire Episode 1 - Darrack

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:31:35 -0400

In this episode I have a chat with past hunting guest and now good friend Darrack Davis, about his time hunting in South Africa. He shares some great tips and advice on what he went through planning his trip and also for those of you thinking about doing the same.

So thanks for joining us and I look forward to doing more episodes.

Get in touch: info@kingsviewsafaris.co.za