Hunting Connection Podcast

Women Who Hunt – Carly Returns

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined once again by Carly from the Women Who Hunt Podcast and Guntraders Australia. Since her last appearance, a lot has changed — from taking her first deer and red stag to chasing goats and diving even deeper into the hunting world.

 

We chat about her hunting journey over the past year, the experiences and lessons that came with her first big game hunts, and everything she’s been working on behind the scenes. Carly also shares how the podcast has been growing, the opportunities that have come with it, and what’s next for her in the hunting space.

 

A great catch-up episode filled with hunting stories, laughs, and plenty happening in the Australian hunting community. Enjoy!

Driven Beyond Limits with Brett Beesley

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Brett Beesley. After my last chat with Rick from Life Goes On Adventures, Rick suggested I reach out to Brett—and I’m glad he did.

 

We dive into Brett’s story, touching on his accident, the road to recovery, and how he’s adapted to life while continuing to chase his passion for hunting. Brett shares how he’s modified his quad bike to suit his needs, allowing him to get back out there and take on big adventures.

 

Brett’s hunting journey is nothing short of incredible—from chasing buffalo, boars, banteng, and scrub bulls in the Top End, to hunting lions in Africa. He’s another paraplegic hunter proving that nothing can hold you back when the drive is there.

Life Goes On: Rick’s Story of Resilience, Hunting & Adventure

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Rick from Life Goes On Adventures.

 

Rick first caught my attention in the Hunting Australia Facebook group, where he shared a couple of his hunts. After a few tags from the community suggesting I get him on the podcast, I reached out—and he was all in for a chat.

 

Rick is a passionate outdoorsman and hunter from Queensland who is also paraplegic. In this episode, we dive into his story—his accident, the road to recovery, and how he’s adapted to life since. We also talk about how he continues to get out there hunting, fishing, and exploring, proving that nothing can hold him back.

 

Rick’s story is genuinely inspiring, and his passion for the outdoors is something else.

 

Make sure to check him out:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1PocsxxXpo/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifegoeson_adventures?igsh=NGkyeHg5eGZ2c3k=

Built By Hunters, For Hunters – The Story Behind Hunter’s Rewards

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Dan from Hunters Reward Co. We chat about how it all started, what drove him to build it, and his passion for hunting and the Aussie hunting community.

 

Hunter’s Rewards is built by hunters, for hunters — a membership-based community rewarding hunters and fishos for doing what they already love.

 

We dive into the roots of hunting in Australia, the lifestyle, the mateship, and why bringing the community together matters now more than ever.

 

Members get access to monthly giveaways, exclusive discounts, gear deals, and a growing network of like-minded people — all while supporting Aussie businesses that back the industry.

 

It’s not run by suits — it’s built by someone living the lifestyle.

 

Check it out here:

https://huntersrewardsco.com.au/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAQ3IoZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaehqdQiH9wMFgcqXD9nhBpoDaw_NFDpm8y2Ru43yFmGuNMY961XbcMhs5VVfQ_aem_jtST4TIO4nQt3QiBrSZ61g

Ballots & Bullets: The SA Election Breakdown

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Shaun from the Australian Recreation Union (ARU), who represents South Australia. We sit down to talk about the upcoming South Australian election and why it matters for hunters, shooters, and outdoor recreation users across the state.

 

Shaun breaks down how the voting system works, how preferences actually flow in South Australia, and why it’s important for voters to understand exactly where their vote goes. We also discuss which political parties are showing support for firearm owners and recreational users, and which ones clearly aren’t standing up for those rights.

 

It’s an honest conversation about the current political landscape, the importance of being informed before heading to the ballot box, and why unity across the hunting and shooting community matters now more than ever.

 

If you’re a hunter, shooter, fisher, or someone who simply values outdoor recreation rights in Australia, this is a conversation worth listening to before election day.

 

You can also follow the Australian Recreation Union pages below to stay up to date with what they’re doing.

 

South Australian Page:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1aMFxzJdiP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

 

National Page:

https://www.facebook.com/share/17KhS9GVrk/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Passing the Bow: Scotty & Khyson Stewart

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Scotty Stewart and his 11-year-old son, Khyson. Scotty has over 30 years of bowhunting experience and spent many years pig dogging, and he’s well known for consistently taking big boars and Billy goats.

 

We talk about how Scotty got started, his journey through hunting, and what it’s been like passing that knowledge on to his son. Khyson is in and out of the podcast as we record at a park—chasing a feral cat, catching turtles, and just being a kid.

 

Khyson also shares his own hunting stories, including his first pig and two incredible Billy goats: a 37-inch at just 10 years old and a 38-inch—trophies most bowhunters dream of and spend a lifetime chasing.

 

Scotty dives into some wild stories about “Billy-eating boars”—pigs that are purely predatory and will kill and eat not only kid goats but mid to fully grown goats—and his theories on why this happens.

 

We had to wrap things up quicker than planned, with Scotty getting eaten alive by mozzies by the lake, but I’m looking forward to sitting down with him again and hearing more of his stories in future episodes.

Late Starts & Hard Lessons: Building Life on Your Own Terms With Tommy Z Customs

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Tommy from Tommy Z Customs and I Like It Deep Spearfishing.

 

We dive into Tommy’s journey of getting into hunting and spearfishing later in life, and how that path led him to building his own custom 4WD roof consoles. This episode is about backing yourself, learning skills the hard way, and choosing independence over relying on the system.

Waterfowl Calling, Craft, and Obsession with Chance from Quillcreek

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Chance from Quillcreek. Chance is a mad-keen waterfowl hunter from Wisconsin with a deep passion for ducks and geese. From guiding waterfowl hunts to competing in waterfowl calling competitions, Chance has been immersed in the waterfowl world for years. We dive into how he first got started in hunting, how he learned and refined the art of calling, and what led him to begin making his own custom calls. We also talk about the waterfowl scene in the United States, the dedication and practice it takes to compete at a high level, and what keeps him driven to chase birds season after season. It’s a great chat covering hunting culture, craftsmanship, and the obsession that comes with waterfowl hunting.

Lessons from WA: Firearms Law Fallout with Olly from Rocky Creek Ranch

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Olly from Rocky Creek Ranch — a horse breeder and farmer from Western Australia who’s been right on the front line of the new firearms laws brought in after the Bondi tragedy.

 

Olly breaks down what’s actually happening on the ground in WA — slow and confusing systems, firearms branch staff giving mixed information, and a lot of uncertainty for farmers and firearm owners trying to work out what they’re allowed to keep and what they’re being forced to surrender.

 

We also talk about why the rest of Australia should be paying attention, what these changes really mean for everyday people who rely on firearms for work and land management, and what lessons can be learned before the same thing rolls out elsewhere.

 

If you care about hunting, farming, firearm ownership, and where this country is heading, this is one you’ll want to hear.

Hunting, Heritage & Kids’ Books with The Venison Diplomat

On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Rob Baldinger, also known as The Venison Diplomat.

 

We dive into how Rob got into hunting, what it truly means to him, and his passion for strengthening the hunting community by educating the next generation. Rob shares the story behind his new children’s book, I Am a Deer Hunter, with more titles already in the works.

 

This fun and engaging book is a fantastic read for kids and a great way to introduce them to hunting values, respect for nature, and where food really comes from.

 

Learn more about Rob and his work at thevenisondiplomat.com.au