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The Push - A Traditional Archery Podcast

Matt Zirnsak
Traditional Archery
Archery
Lancaster Classic
Barebow Archery
Hunting
Bowhunting
Bow Hunting
Longbow
Leo Invitational
Barebow
Archery Equipment
Bear Hunting
Competition
Black Widow Bows
Pennsylvania
3D Archery
Whitetail Deer
Longbow Class
Hunting Equipment
Youtube

The Push - A Traditional Archery Podcast is intended to help expedite the traditional archery learning curve. Whether you're into bowhunting with a recurve or longbow, competition, or just enjoy the art of archery, this podcast will have something for everyone.

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Latest Episodes

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 hunting season.

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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 instinctive aiming methods and what tr... more

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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 biases and assumptions Matt had... more

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In this episode of History of the Bow we are covering the lives of Art Young and Will "Chief" Compton. Our historian Gene Hopkins weaves the timeline, facts and influence of these two men together in classic style.

We pick up where we left off in ... more

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Recent Guests

Niel Bekker
Owner and outfitter of Red Sands Safaris in South Africa
Red Sands Safaris
Episode: Episode 433 - THE TRUTH ABOUT BOWHUNTING AFRICA with Red Sands Safaris
Tom Clum Sr.
Founder/owner of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear; archery instructor
RMSGear
Episode: Episode 429 - Australia Adventure with Tom and Tommy Clum
Tommy Clum
Son of Tom Clum; new voice on the show and participant in clinics
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Episode: Episode 429 - Australia Adventure with Tom and Tommy Clum
Ian Edwards
Top longbow competitor from the UK, guest on the show
UK Archery GB, Longbow
Episode: Episode 426 - Archery, Philosophy and Life Hacks with Ian Edwards
Tom Martins
Bow hunter and archery enthusiast with a health challenge; guest on Beyond The Archer episode
LiveIt LoveIt CookIt (Instagram); fitness coach
Episode: Episode 424 - Beyond The Archer - Tom Martins
Mike Davenport
Longbow hunter and competitor, noted for Lancaster finals and longbow culture
Episode: Episode 423 - Longbow Big Buck Killer - Mike Davenport
David A. Soza
Inventor and founder of the DAS/ DOS Bows platform
DOSBOS / Das Bow
Episode: Episode 422 - History of the Bow - David A Soza
Bill Vanderheiden
Founder, Iron Will Outfitters
Iron Will Outfitters
Episode: Episode 421 - Iron Will Bill - Bill Vanderheyden
Aron Snyder
Guest: Founder, Born Primitive Outdoors
Born Primitive Outdoors
Episode: Episode 418 - Aron Snyder

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The Push Team
Hosts of the show and a network of co-hosts guiding interviews, gear talks, and community-focused content

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 612 ratings
  • History of the Bow

    The Push is always a good listen but the new series on the history of the bow has started off great. Keep up the good work.

    Pat

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PCCOONHUNTER
    United States3 months ago
  • The Source of Information for the Singe String community

    The Push is single handedly growing, advancing and bringing together the single string community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hunt the rut
    United States6 months ago
  • Awesome podcast’s

    These are huge for the traditional archery community! I have learned so much from them! 100 percent recommend. Thank you Matt Zirnsak

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    5
    Heron sill
    United States10 months ago
  • Episode with Joel Turner

    Thank you for another great podcast. Another great discussion with Joel. I always pick up great tips when you and Joel do a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Randy SF
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Standard for Trad Podcasting

    Matt’s passion is unsurpassed! So much information and top tier guests. The Push has set the tone for the new era of trad; bringing it back to the forefront.

    Great job MZ!

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    Bear Razorhead
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical, hands-on tuning content and detailed gear talk.
Fans value deep dives into archery history and heritage.
There are mixed opinions on some host dynamics, but overall high regard for expertise and storytelling.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 434 - Instinctive Aiming vs Gap Shooting with Colton Gilman
Q: What is instinctive shooting and how does it differ from gap shooting?
Instinctive shooting relies on subconscious alignment and a trained hand-eye coordination to hit targets at close ranges without relying on constant yardage calculations, whereas gap shooting uses measured aiming off a fixed point or gap and often requires precise yardage awareness and range-finding.
Episode 429 - Australia Adventure with Tom and Tommy Clum
Q: What was the overall plan for the Australia and New Zealand clinics and hunts?
Tom Sr. explains a multi-week itinerary focused on men's and women's clinics, followed by hunting sessions with local guides and friends, combining instruction with hands-on hunting experiences in various terrains.
Episode 428 - The TradLab Monthly with Cody Greenwood
Q: Between the SuperSaver and MiniVeins, which is better for a 175 grain Simmons at 35-40 yards?
Start with the SuperSavers and compare at 35-40 yards; pick the option that yields the tightest, most repeatable groups, as individual shooters vary.
Episode 422 - History of the Bow - David A Soza
Q: What led to the exit from the scene, and how do you view the legacy of your work today?
Intense online harassment, fake reviews, threats, and supplier blockades created an untenable environment. I eventually sold the business, but I view the development as a success: it sparked a renaissance in modern traditional bow hunting with ILF hunting bows becoming widespread, and it inspired ongoing innovation in materials and design.
Episode 422 - History of the Bow - David A Soza
Q: How did you first get into archery, and what drew you to the metal riser concept?
I grew up in Tucson and started with recurves after reading and learning from established archers; I experimented with a compound briefly, then looked for the best parts of that tech—adjustability and consistency—and wanted a compact, highly adjustable bow. That curiosity led me to repurpose or create a metal riser that could run ILF limbs, which was the core of my early DOS prototypes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Push

What is The Push about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on traditional archery, with deep dives into gear tuning, arrow dynamics, and fieldcraft for recurve and longbow enthusiasts. Episodes mix technical tutorials, competition insights, historical context, and personal resilience stories from guests who are engineers, athletes, historians, gear designers, and veterans. Listeners likely value practical craft, performance optimization, and a strong community ethos around traditional archery culture. A standout aspect is its blend of nerdy tuning discussions with real-world hunting and competition narratives, plus generous sponsorship integrations that help audiences access training and equipment resources. This combination makes it a likely go-to for serious trad archers seeking... more

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Recent guests on The Push include:

1. Niel Bekker
2. Tom Clum Sr.
3. Tommy Clum
4. Ian Edwards
5. Tom Martins
6. Mike Davenport
7. David A. Soza
8. Bill Vanderheiden

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