This is Africa Podcast

• This is Africa Podcast S1 Episode 12 Alan Shearing

  *BUFFALO HUNTING SPECIAL* In this episode of This is Africa Podcast, join host Andy as he delves into the world of buffalo hunting with Zimbabwe's seasoned professional hunter, Alan Shearing. Equipped with decades of experience, Alan shares his invaluable insights on everything from the best guns and ammunition to use, to the intricacies of following buffalo tracks. He emphasizes the importance of bullet placement, and discusses the unique behaviors of buffalo in different regions of Zimbabwe. Listen as Alan recounts thrilling stories from the bush, including a life-threatening buffalo charge that left him hospitalized. This episode is packed with practical tips, engaging anecdotes, and expert advice for anyone keen on buffalo hunting. Don't miss out on learning from one of the best in the field! It’s raw, real, and roaring with insight. If you’re serious about buffalo hunting, this episode is a must-listen.   For expert advice/help from Andy on booking your hunt visit https://www.tiafive.com   Follow This is Africa: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thisisafrica_tv/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thisisafricatvshow/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisafricatv Website - https://www.tiafive.com/ TIA Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/tiafive/subscribe-to-this-is-africa-newsletter   TIA Merch: https://store.customlogousa.com/tiafive/shop/home   A big thanks to our Sponsors: Swift Bullet Company www.swiftbullets.com Dallas Safari Club www.biggame.org Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks www.boydsgunstocks.com African Sporting Creations www.africansportingcreations.com   Artwork in episode For beautiful artwork of Africa from Nicole Sandersons eyes visit: https://nicolesanderson.co.zw  

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• This is Africa S1 Episode 11 Gale Courteney Boots

  Lace up and step into this episode of This Is Africa, The Podcast as Andy chats with Gale from the legendary Courteney Boot Company — makers of the toughest, classiest safari boots on the planet. From dusty trails inspired by the great Frederick Courteney Selous to photo shoots with John Sharp, Gale brings the stories behind the boots to life. We talk legacy, leather, and the art of making boots that can survive the African bush and still look good with a blazer. Throw in some behind-the-scenes laughs and a few tales you won’t read on the label, and you've got an episode as well-built as the boots themselves. Adventure, history, and boots tougher than a buffalo — all in one episode. Get your boots here: https://www.africansportingcreations.com   For expert advice/help from Andy on booking your hunt visit https://www.tiafive.com   Follow This is Africa: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thisisafrica_tv/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thisisafricatvshow/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisafricatv Website - https://www.tiafive.com/ TIA Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/tiafive/subscribe-to-this-is-africa-newsletter   TIA Merch: https://store.customlogousa.com/tiafive/shop/home   A big thanks to our Sponsors: Swift Bullet Company www.swiftbullets.com Dallas Safari Club www.biggame.org Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks www.boydsgunstocks.com African Sporting Creations www.africansportingcreations.com   Artwork in episode For beautiful artwork of Africa from Nicole Sandersons eyes visit: https://nicolesanderson.co.zw  

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• This is Africa Podcast S1 Episode 10 John Sharp

  In this gripping episode of This Is Africa, The Podcast, Andy sits down with legendary hunter John Sharp — a true icon of African big game hunting. From his roots on a South African farm to becoming the face of Courteney Boots and author of Facing Down Fear, John shares wild, no-holds-barred stories of tracking lions, leopards, buffalo, and elephant. Hear firsthand what it’s like to stare danger in the face, follow wounded game through unforgiving bush, and fight to protect Africa’s hunting heritage. Fueled by grit, adrenaline, and a deep love for conservation — this episode is one hell of a ride. 🦁 Subscribe, listen, and step into the wild.   For expert advice/help from Andy on booking your hunt visit https://www.tiafive.com   Follow This is Africa: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thisisafrica_tv/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thisisafricatvshow/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisafricatv Website - https://www.tiafive.com/ TIA Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/tiafive/subscribe-to-this-is-africa-newsletter   TIA Merch: https://store.customlogousa.com/tiafive/shop/home   A big thanks to our Sponsors: Swift Bullet Company www.swiftbullets.com Dallas Safari Club www.biggame.org Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks www.boydsgunstocks.com African Sporting Creations www.africansportingcreations.com   Artwork in episode For beautiful artwork of Africa from Nicole Sandersons eyes visit: https://nicolesanderson.co.zw  

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• This is Africa Episode 9 Johnnie Johnson

  In this captivating episode of This is Africa Podcast, Andy sits down with Johnnie Johnson, one of Zimbabwe's most seasoned hunters, who shares his fascinating journey spanning over three decades in the bush. Johnnie recounts his early days of hunting, the evolution of safari hunting, and his thrilling encounters with dangerous game like buffalo and leopards. We delve into his experiences with wildlife management, the importance of quality ammunition, and the challenges of conservation today. With a family tradition deeply rooted in hunting, Johnnie talks about passing the torch to his sons, Courteney and Guav Johnson and the future of sustainable hunting in Africa. Don’t miss out on these riveting stories and insights from a true legend in the field. For expert advice/help from Andy on booking your hunt visit https://www.tiafive.com   Follow This is Africa: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thisisafrica_tv/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thisisafricatvshow/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisafricatv Website - https://www.tiafive.com/ TIA Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/tiafive/subscribe-to-this-is-africa-newsletter   TIA Merch: https://store.customlogousa.com/tiafive/shop/home   A big thanks to our Sponsors: Swift Bullet Company www.swiftbullets.com Dallas Safari Club www.biggame.org Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks www.boydsgunstocks.com African Sporting Creations www.africansportingcreations.com   Artwork in episode For beautiful artwork of Africa from Nicole Sandersons eyes visit: https://nicolesanderson.co.zw  

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• This is Africa Podcast S1 Episode 8 Guav Johnson

  In this episode of This is Africa Podcast, Andy sits down with Guav Johnson, a Zimbabwean professional hunter forged by the land he grew up on. From a childhood spent tracking game with his father and brother, to guiding clients through the unforgiving jungles of Cameroon, Guav’s life is a story of hard lessons, close calls, and deep-rooted respect for the wild. He speaks openly about near-death encounters, the brutal realities of hunting in remote Africa, and what it means to truly survive out there. This is a raw conversation—about life in the bush, the war against poaching, and the fragile future of Africa’s wildlife. It’s not romantic. It’s not sugar-coated. It’s the truth from someone who’s lived it. This is Africa.    For expert advice/help from Andy on booking your hunt visit https://www.tiafive.com Follow This is Africa: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thisisafrica_tv/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thisisafricatvshow/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisafricatv Website - https://www.tiafive.com/ TIA Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/tiafive/subscribe-to-this-is-africa-newsletter   TIA Merch: https://store.customlogousa.com/tiafive/shop/home   A big thanks to our Sponsors: Swift Bullet Company www.swiftbullets.com Dallas Safari Club www.biggame.org Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks www.boydsgunstocks.com African Sporting Creations www.africansportingcreations.com   Artwork in episode For beautiful artwork of Africa from Nicole Sandersons eyes visit: https://nicolesanderson.co.zw  

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