The Push - A Traditional Archery Podcast

The Push - A Traditional Archery Podcast

Author: Matt Zirnsak Language: English Episodes: 50
Hosted by Matt Zirnsak, The Push-A Traditional Archery Podcast is a conversation for those who find satisfaction in the quiet focus of the craft. This isn't about the latest high-tech gear; it's about the fundamental connection between archer, bow, and arrow. Each episode delves into the nuances that can take years to discover independently, aiming to shorten that journey significantly. You'll hear detailed discussions on form, the mental game, and equipment tuning specific to recurves and longbows. The dialogue often explores the varied paths within the tradition, from the deep woods during hunting season to the focused atmosphere of a target range. Whether you're struggling with a consistent anchor point, selecting the right spine for your arrows, or simply appreciate the history and artistry of archery, this podcast provides a space to deepen that understanding. Matt guides conversations that feel like talking shop with a knowledgeable friend, blending technical advice with broader reflections on why this ancient practice remains so compelling today. It’s a resource built on the shared experiences of the community, offering practical takeaways you can apply during your next practice session. Listen for a genuine exploration of the skills, challenges, and quiet rewards that define traditional archery.
Episodes
Episode 442 - Saxton Pope - HISTORY OF THE BOW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:03:09
In this History of the Bow episode Gene Hopkins, our resident traditional bowhunting historian, takes us through the Saxton Pope era of our timeline. Saxton Pope was an amazing man, medical professional, author and pione…
Episode 441 - Catching Up with Randy Cooling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:29
In this episode we are hanging out with Randy Cooling of SafariTuff arrows to discuss his plans for the upcoming hunting season, preseason preparations, and Randy steps us through his hunting set up for 2026. SAVE 15% WI…
Episode 440 - TradLab Monthly - September [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:17
Join us for the September edition of The TradLab Monthly! We discuss the upcoming hunting season, our plans, tuning bows and more. We discuss the TradLab Tip of the Month and we do our Bows of the Show segment. Enjoy the…
Episode 438 - FIELD REPORT: Colton Gilman Antelope [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:26
In this Field Report we sit down with Colton Gilman to discuss his recent success in the Antelope Blind. We hear all the details of this hunt, the equipment he used and discuss what's next for his elk and whitetail seaso…
Episode 437 - FIELD REPORT - First Blood with Greg Krause [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:57
In our first FIELD REPORT episode of the 2026 Hunting Season, Greg Krause from Wild Traditions Outdoors, joins us to discuss preseason preparations, review his bow and new gear he is using this season. We then we dive in…
Episode 436 - High Pressure Shooting with Joel Turner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:01
In this episode we are at ShotIQ Headquarters hanging out with Joel Turner. In this episode we discuss shooting high pressure arrows using our experiences in Africa and my recent doe kill to guide the conversation. We al…
Episode 435 - TradLab Monthly - 2026 Preseason Preparations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:27:24
In this TradLab Monthly, we dissect my Africa Bow Set Up and Tune, discuss how it performed, Cody's Tip of the Month, Bows of the Show and what bowhunters should be focused on as they select their equipment for the 2026…
Episode 434 - Instinctive Aiming vs Gap Shooting with Colton Gilman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:43:45
In this podcast we are joined by Colton Gilman, an extremely lethal instinctive aiming Traditional Bowhunter. We discuss instinctive aiming vs gap shooting, the pros and cons of each, who should consider using instinctiv…
Episode 433 - THE TRUTH ABOUT BOWHUNTING AFRICA with Red Sands Safaris [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45:37
In this podcast Matt Zirnsak sits down with Niel Bekker, owner of Red Sands Safari's - South Africa's premiere traditional bowhunting outfitter, to discuss all the details of a 6-day hunting adventure. We discuss the bia…