The Push - A Traditional Archery Podcast

The Push - A Traditional Archery Podcast

Author: Matt Zirnsak Language: English Episodes: 100
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 387 - Frank McDonough [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:59
In this episode we are joined by Frank McDonough of The Barebow Project to discuss his start in archery, the state of Barebow, being a competitor and content creator, the start of The Barebow Project, his free Barebow Bu…
Episode 386 - Zack Bisinger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:43
In this episode we are joined by Zack Bisinger, one of the greatest barebow archers playing the game. We discuss his experiences at the Leo Invitational and JVD Open, how he evaluates his equipment, shot process changes…
Episode 385 - Outlaw Custom Bows - Bowyers Bench [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:26
In this episode we are joined by Australian Bowyer Colin Gair of Outlaw Custom Bows for a Bowyers Bench Episode! We discuss Colin's start in archery, how he progressed as a bowyer, his bow designs, bowhunting in Australi…
Episode 384 - Two Bucks and a Doe with Curt Cabrera [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:57
In this episode we are joined by Curt Cabrera of TradLife Films to get an update on his awesome 2025 archery season. Since the last time he was on the show he has filled two buck tags and a doe tag with his recurve! Enjo…
Episode 383 - Judah Holmes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:43:35
In this episode we are joined by Judah Holmes from Australia. A self-taught traditional bowhunter, bowyer and Barebow competitor, Judah has become quite a successful bowhunter and one of the best Barebow archers in Austr…
Episode 382 - TrabLab - Drone Ethics and Effective Range Study [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:21
In this episode we are joined by Cody Greenwood from The TradLab to discuss the ethics of using Drones to aid in the recovery of a wounded animal. We also discuss the ETAR Study for effective range with traditional bows.…
Episode 381 - Bowyers Bench - Bushmen Bows with Steve Jewitt [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:14
On this Bowyer Bench we are joined by Steve Jewitt of Bushmen Bows to discuss his upbringing, his career path that led him to start Bushmen Bows, his bow models, his incredible finish work and artistic approach to making…
Episode 380 - Jim Eeckhout - 50 Years of Traditional Bowhunting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:22
We are joined by the legendary Jim Eeckhout from Michigan to discuss his start in archery, 50 years of traditional bowhunting experience, his equipment preferences, shot process, mental game, adventure bowhunting, his th…
Episode 379 - Gettin Stickbow Close with Steve Stivaly [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:20
We are joined by Steve Stivaly from Gettin Stickbow Close, one of the OG content creators in the traditional bowhunting space. Steve has been bowhunting since the early 80's, has hunted with the same black widow bow sinc…
Episode 378 - Ludvig Rohlin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:34
We are joined by young barebow phenom Ludvig Rohlin from Sweden to talk about his spectacular performance at the Leo Invitational. We discuss his start in archery, his shot process, mental control, equipment and much mor…