In this episode we are joined by Greg Krause of Wild Traditions Outdoors to discuss his summer so far, using leverage for life design, fitness, making self bows and trade points and hunting bears! Greg Krause Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildtraditionsoutdoors/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not ac…

In this episode we are joined by Joel Turner of ShotIQ to discuss head shooting two turkeys in 17 seconds, his transition to outdoor tournament season, NFAA Field Nationals, ETAR, Hunting Plans for the fall and of course shot control! Enjoy. Joel Turner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelturneractual/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, th…

In this episode we are joined by master longbow bowyer, Jaco Wessels of Timberpoint Archery. We discuss Jaco's start in archery and bow building, his bow models, why the longbow, where the Longbow Competitive Class is headed and much much more. Enjoy!! Timberpoint Archery: https://www.timberpointarchery.com Timberpoint Archery Instagram: https://ww…

We are joined by Rob and JJ from Bob Lee Bows this week! We discuss Bob Lee's Life, Wing Archery, the start of Bob Lee Bows, Bow Designs, The new Cobra Recurve and Diamondback Longbow and much more! Enjoy the show!! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the show at this time, s…

In this episode we are joined by world famous Danish archer, Lars Andersen! We discuss his start in archery, speed shooting, combat archery, his approach to his amazing skills while shooting a recurve or longbow and much more. Enjoy the show! Lars Andersen YouTube: https://youtu.be/BEG-ly9tQGk?si=abxL2ozP5wyQl48U This Podcast is sponsored by you gu…

In this episode we pull Denny Strugis out of the archives to listen in as we discuss what it was like filming the Masters of the Barebow Series, the new Traditional Vision Quest Online Course and much more. Enjoy!! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the show so I can use gea…

In this episode we are joined by Tyler Benner, owner of Astra Archery and author of Total Archery - Inside the Archer. We discuss Tyler's US Olympic Archery Team Experiences, writing the incredible book Total Archery, stability and power and much more. Tyler Benner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerbenner/ This Podcast is sponsored by you g…

In this episode we are joined by Cody Butler to discuss his epic adventure chasing a monster 180" Triple Droptine whitetail. We hear the story of the hunt for this monster buck, Cody's start in the outdoors, equipment and much more. Enjoy the show!!! Cody Butler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codybutler7/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys…

In this episode we are joined by Jed Cullen from the UK to discuss the World Archery Trad Class. We talk equipment, Trad Class Rules, Jed's shot process, mental programming and his start in archery. Enjoy the show!! Jed Cullen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insta_ting/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do …

In this episode we are joined by Leo Pettersson with some HUGE NEWS from Sweden. We talk about an incredible Barebow Tournament that is being held in the fall of 2025, his shot process, form, mental program, training protocols and much much more!!! Leo Pettersson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leo_barebow_archer/ This Podcast is sponsored by …

In this episode we hang out with good friend of the show, Logan Glassburn. We discuss his upcoming bear hunt, whitetail hunting, Turkey hunting, the Tennessee Classic Shoot, bows, equipment and much much more. Enjoy the show!! Logan Glassburn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/logan_thebowman/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners!…

In this episode we hang with killer Clay Epperson. We discuss his start in archery, hog hunting, whitetail hunting, our affinity for Bob Lee Bows, shooting 300 indoor rounds to make us better hunters and much more. You're gonna love this episode. Clay Epperson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eppersonclay83/ Clay Epperson Youtube: https://www.y…

On this episode we are joined by Klaes Andersen the longbow specialist from Denmark to discuss everything Longbow Division! We discuss his approach to competing with the longbow, equipment, form, mental approach, where the class is headed and much more! Klaes Andersen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klaes_andersen_dk/ This Podcast is sponsored…

We are joined by another amazing archer from Denmark, Claus Pindbo. We discuss his start in archery, barebow in Denmark, Bowhunting, his approach to competing, form, mental game, equipment, tuning and much more. Enjoy the show! Claus Pindbo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cvpindbo/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We inten…

On this episode we are joined by John Winker of First Flight Archery shop out of North Carolina. We discuss the progress of Barebow, John's changes to his mental approach to competing, the Bootcamp, Equipment, recovery after a significant injury, his indoor season and much more. Enjoy! John Winker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamwinker/ Fi…

In this episode we are joined by John Powell of GA Bowbenders. We discuss John's passion for creating community within Traditional Archery, the history of archery in the south, his annual shoot, fitness and how it can make our archery better, and more! GA Bowbender Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017520248386377 This Podcast is spo…

In this episode we are joined by Jeff Stringer, co-owner of VPA Broadheads. We discuss his passion for manufacturing, the acquisition of VPA, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing in the USA, and new product offerings coming out soon! Enjoy the show! SAVE 10% on your VPA Broadhead Orders by using discount code: THEPUSH Shop VPA Broadheads: https://…

Dewayne Martin returns to the show to discuss the 2025 Single String Bootcamp, why he took over a year break from competition, the struggles he was experiencing at the time, what his shot process looks like today, international competition, and much much more. Enjoy this episode with one of the GOATs of Barebow.. Dewayne Martin Instagram: https://w…

We are joined again by The Great Dane, Oliver Ochkenholt to pick up where we left off back in February. We discuss his transition to 3D season, his recent wins so far in 2025, his approach to the game of 3D, tips, tricks and tactics! Enjoy the show! Oliver Ochkenholt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ochkenholt_archery/ This Podcast is sponsored…

In this episode we are joined by Matty Yacca from Colorado. We discuss the announcement of Compound being added to the Olympics, Arizona Cup Results, 50 Meter Game, Shooting in the wind and how traditional bowhunters can benefit from competative archery! Matty Yacca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattyacca/ Off The Hook Single String Archery:…

In this episode we are joined by the OG of Traditional Bowhuinting Content Creation, Jason Samkowiak! We talk about his move to Georgia, Hog Hunting, Deer Hunting, Equipment, Shot Process and most importantly Life Design. We get into a deep conversation about taking control and creating the life you want! Enjoy the show! Get Primal. Jason Samkowiak…

On this episode we are joined by Colton Gilman, The Stick Bum! On the show we discuss his upbringing, his early years of traditional bowhunting, how to get into adventure bowhunting, his shot process, equipment and much more. Enjoy the show!! Get Primal. Colton Gilman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stick_bum/ This Podcast is sponsored by yo…

Join us for this mid-week launch as we reach back into the archives and re-launch Episode 247 titled Murphy's Law with Curt Cabrera and Dalton Lewis. Enjoy this episode, we always love having these guys on the show! The Stickboys Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestickboys/ The Stickboys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thestickboys6979 Curt…

In this episode we are joined by one of the best Barebow competitors actively competing right now, Zackary Bisinger. He has only been shooting for 2 years, but his resume is that of a veteran. We talk form, mental approach, competing and much much more. Zack Bisinger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zbisinger/?hl=en This Podcast is sponsored by…

In this episode we are joined by the legendary Armin Hirmer to discuss Asiatic Archery. Armin has an amazing YouTube Channel and Brand focusing on the discipline of horse bows, archery history, thumb shooting and archery in combat. Enjoy the Show!! Armin Hirmer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armin_hirmer_archery/?hl=en Asiatic Archery Academy…

This episode we are joined by Joel Turner of ShotIQ to discuss his experience at the Lancaster Classic and the Vegas Shoot. We talk about shot processes, controlling your mind, tournament stress and much more. Enjoy this show with Mr ShotIQ!! Joel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelturneractual/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the li…

On this episode of Bowyers Bench, we are digging into the history and bow designs behind Black Widow Bows. Toby Essick, co-owner, joins us to discuss the company's history, bow models, shooting and much more! Enjoy this episode! Black Widow Bows: https://blackwidowbows.com Black Widow Bows Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackwidowbows/ This P…

In this episode we are joined by Ian Edwards from the UK. Ian is a bowhunter, longbow competitor, sculptor, traveler... you name it. And he holds multiple gold medals in the World Archery Longbow Class to boot. We discuss his road to becoming one of the best Longbow competitors in the world, his form, his shot process and the mental game of archery…

In this episode of Bowyers Bench we are joined by Big Stick Archery's founder and bowyer Bob Smith. We discuss Bob's start in building bows, his bow designs and models, shooting and much more!! Check out Big Stick Archery Bows: https://www.bigstickarchery.com Big Stick Archery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigstickarchery/ This Podcast is sp…

In this episode we are joined by Dalton Lewis of The Stickboys. We discuss his 2024 bow season, equipment and try to solve some of the world's problems in this early morning coffee chat. Enjoy the show! The Stickboys Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestickboys/ The Stickboys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thestickboys6979 This Podcast is s…

The 2025 Lancaster Classic marked the first year for the official Longbow Division at the tournament. This week we are joined by Santo Armano to discuss what it took to get the class, Longbow rules, equipment preferences, woods arrows and more! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors…

In this episode we are joined by Curt Cabrera from Trad Life Films to discuss the highs and lows of his 2024 archery season. We discuss how one small thing can needle at you all season causing doubt, frustration and second guessing. Enjoy the show! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out spon…

In this episode we are joined by Alex Melnik to discuss some spicy topics. Yelling "Barebow!" on the tournament lines, triggered vs non-triggered shooting, his Lancaster performance and the future of Barebow. Enjoy this episode and don't get offended!! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out …

In this episode we are joined by Rene Bekker from across the pond, an incredible U.K. based Barebow Archer. We discuss his incredible Lancaster 2025 experience, missing bows, shot process, mental game and his unique self-made equipment. Enjoy the show! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out …

This episode we are joined by Canadian Barebow archer Chris Kent-Rodgman to discuss his epic run at the 2025 Lancaster Classic. We discuss the tournament, his equipment, his form, mental execution and much more. Enjoy the show! Chris Kent-Rodgman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parallaxckr/ This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listener…

In this episode we are joined by the 2025 Mens Barebow Lancaster Classic Champion, Oliver Ochkenholt from Denmark. We discuss his start in archery, the Lancaster Experience, his equipment, shot process, form, training... and much more. Enjoy the show! Get Primal Oliver's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ochkenholt_archery/ This Podcast is spons…

On this episode Matt spends the day on the Barebow Practice Range at the Lancaster Classic 2025 hanging out with some amazing Barebow Archers. John Demmer, Joel Turner, Mike Davenport, Ryan Davis, Matt Yacca and Kristina Pruccoli. Enjoy the show!! Get Primal. This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or se…

In this episode we are joined by the great John Demmer to talk everything Lancaster Classic!! We discuss his training, how he is shooting right now, we review last year's classic results and we provide some predictions for the 2025 Lancaster Classic! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sp…

In this episode we are joined by Alex Melnik from the great white north. This is a true BS session with Alex where we talk about his hunting season, his trip down to hunt with Zirnsak, Lancaster prep and a whole lot of other topics. Enjoy the show! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out spon…

We are joined by Brian Koelzer of Montana to discuss his long heritage in Traditional Archery. We discuss his upbringing, his equipment preferences, shot processes and we dive deep into the details of his epic adventure to take a monster Alaskan Grizzly. This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek ou…

We are joined by Greg Krause of Wild Traditions Outdoors to do a 2024 Archery Season year in review. We discuss making equipment changes, High and Lows, and we discuss "The Grind" vs having fun... Enjoy this episode!! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the show so I can use …

In this episode we are joined by Matty Yacca from Off The Hook Single String Archery YouTube channel. We discuss hunting, longbows, Youtube Content, Barebow Competitions, Tuning, Shot Processes and much more! Enjoy!! Get Primal. Matt Yacca's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MattYacca This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We…

On this episode we are joined by Joel Turner of ShotIQ. We discuss Joel's elk hunts and go over the details of his whitetail adventures in Montana. We also have a full blown therapy session on my shot control performance this season on whitetails. Enjoy the show!! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept …

On this episode we are joined by the 2024 Lancaster Classic Mens Barebow Champion, Raymond Huang from Canada. We discuss his start in competitive archery, the 2024 Classic, Tournament Tactics and much more. #GetPrimal This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the show so I can use …

In this Field Report we hear from Blain Swanson and the details behind his incredible 2024 archery buck. Blain spent over 40+ sits in the woods last season with no tag filled and this year the grind paid off. Enjoy the show! #GetPrimal This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the …

In this episode Greg Krause from Wild Traditions Outdoors hosts the show and interviews Matt about his first two tags of the season. They discuss gear, the details of the hunt and more. Enjoy the show!! #GetPrimal This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the show so I can use gear…

In this episode we are joined by Greg Krause of Wild Traditions Outdoors to hear the story of his New York Season Opener. We discuss his equipment, preseason scouting and the details of tis successful hunt! Enjoy the show. Get Primal. This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the s…

On this Field Report we are joined by Cade Cabrera to hear his epic story of his trip to Eastern, PA to chase whitetails. You're going to love this story... Crazy things happen in the woods this time of year! Enjoy the show! Get Primal. This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the…

In this Field Report we hear from Damon Bungard of the Jaeger Tracks YouTube Channel and hear the story of his first two tags filled of the 2024 bow season! We also nerd out about tracking with dogs... of course!! Enjoy the show! This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do not accept or seek out sponsors for the show s…

In this field report we are joined by Big Ed Schlimme of High Four Outdoors to hear the story of his recently filled buck tag in the great state of Pennsylvania. Ed takes us through his equipment, the hunt and has an honest chat about the difficult track job for this buck. This Podcast is sponsored by you guys, the listeners! We intentionally do no…