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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
Mental Preparation
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 Videocast we are hanging out with Chris Weist who is off to an incredible start this season. He has put his tag on 3 bucks in the first 3 weeks of archery season... We hear the stories, tactics and discuss his go to equipment.

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In this History of the Bow episode we are covering the amazing life of Fred Bear. This is Episode 1 of a multipart series covering this pioneer of our sport where Gene Hopkins, our resident Traditional Bowhunting Historian, covers the early years of ... more

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In this episode we sit down with Cody Smith, owner of The Old Way Trad Co. We discuss his start in bowhunting, his new YouTube channel, and why he decided to start a Traditional Bowhunting Apparel business, The Old Way Trad Co.

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In this tradLab Monthly episode we chat with Cody Greenwood about the "Good Enough" mentality and how disruptive that can be to success. We do a Bow of the Show, discuss tuning and some broadhead data analysis discussions to be added to the Online Co... more

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Recent Guests

Gene Hopkins
Traditional bowhunting historian and archery collector
Archery Collecting
Episode: Episode 447 - FRED BEAR - The Early Years - HISTORY OF THE BOW
Cody Smith
Lifelong bowhunter, registered nurse and owner of The Old Way Trad Co.
The Old Way Trad Co.
Episode: Episode 446 - The Old Way Trad Co. with Cody Smith
Cody Greenwood
Traditional archery researcher and contributor to the TradLab
TradLab
Episode: Episode 445 - TradLab Monthly - October 2026
Aiden Sorsoleil
Field Report guest, traditional archer and hunter
Independent hunter
Episode: Episode 444 - FIELD REPORT - Aiden Sorsoleil
Randy Cooling
SafariTuff Arrows founder
SafariTuff Arrows
Episode: Episode 441 - Catching Up with Randy Cooling
Oliver Ochkenholt
The Great Dane, top-level barebow/3D archer from Denmark
Independent archer (Denmark)
Episode: Episode 439 - Talking Trash with The Great Dane - World Archery Field and 3D
Colton Gilman
Field Report guest, hunter featured in episode
Episode: Episode 438 - FIELD REPORT: Colton Gilman Antelope
Greg Krause
Host of Wild Traditions Outdoors (guest on this episode)
Wild Traditions Outdoors
Episode: Episode 437 - FIELD REPORT - First Blood with Greg Krause
Joel Turner
Founder of ShotIQ; archery coach
ShotIQ
Episode: Episode 436 - High Pressure Shooting with Joel Turner

Host

Matt Zernzak
Host of The Push Podcast and Video Cast; central voice in archery discussions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 621 ratings
  • Great

    Definitely a leader into getting me behind a string and some questionable financial purchases. Will be joining their classes soon once work slows down. Great people do cool things

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenfolk89
    United States3 months ago
  • 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 States6 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 States9 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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heron sill
    United Statesa year 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests are often high-caliber with deep subject-matter expertise.
The show is appreciated for authentic storytelling and gear insights, though some episodes polarize traditionalists versus newer approaches.
Listeners praise practical tuning tips and clear, candid discussions.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 447 - FRED BEAR - The Early Years - HISTORY OF THE BOW
Q: So we're basically going through Fred's birth up until the move to Grayling, is that right?
Hopkins says the episode covers Bear's early years, the formation and Detroit years of Bear Products, and the decision to relocate the plant to Grayling.
Episode 447 - FRED BEAR - The Early Years - HISTORY OF THE BOW
Q: How did Fred get into archery?
As a boy, Bear made crude bows and arrows, but the turning point came in 1927 when he saw Art Young's hunting film and began making bows with his friend Ray. He later learned bowmaking from Young, who had learned from Will Compton.
Episode 446 - The Old Way Trad Co. with Cody Smith
Q: How has your approach to shooting the bow morphed over the years, and how do you handle a shot when a buck is coming in?
Smith watches the deer's behavior, identifies a likely shooting lane, and focuses his eyes on a spot on the animal. He shoots instinctively at close range and uses the arrow point at longer distances.
Episode 446 - The Old Way Trad Co. with Cody Smith
Q: What gap did you see in the market, and why did you decide to create The Old Way Trad Co.?
Smith saw little traditional bowhunting apparel at archery events that people would want to wear every day. He started the brand to offer authentic designs rooted in traditional bowhunting culture and real hunting stories.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Push

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

The show centers on traditional archery, bowhunting, and the exchange of practical, hands-on knowledge. Listeners can expect deep-dive conversations on tuning, equipment choices, and fieldcraft, along with engaging storytelling from veterans, coaches, and historians. A standout trait is its consistent focus on practical tips for single-string bows, gear testing, and performance mindset, often paired with behind-the-scenes business and production discussions. The format blends technical tutorials with personal journeys, making it appealing to both competitors and enthusiasts who appreciate tradition, community, and ongoing learning. The community tends to value authenticity, craftsmanship, and a willingness to tackle controversial opinions w... more

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Recent guests on The Push include:

1. Gene Hopkins
2. Cody Smith
3. Cody Greenwood
4. Aiden Sorsoleil
5. Randy Cooling
6. Oliver Ochkenholt
7. Colton Gilman
8. Greg Krause

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