This is Africa Podcast
Venture deep into the untamed soul of Africa with with Andy Buchanan and This Is Africa —the podcast where thrilling hunting tales, heart-pounding safari adventures, and raw wilderness stories collide. Hosted in the spirit of adventure and respect for the land, each episode features unforgettable conversations with Africa’s top professional hunters, trackers, and conservationists. With passion, grit, and a dash of bushveld humor, we dive into the wild side of life—where the stories are legendary, and conservation is always at the core. Wild. Honest. Unapologetically African.
Episodes
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...
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 ...
Welcome to another thrilling episode of This is Africa, The Podcast! Today, we're live from Safari Club International Convention in Nashville, Tennessee. Join us as we chat with the iconic Bill Hober, a revered figure in the safari industry and a guns and ballistics expert. Bill dives into his journey from a simple upbringing to becoming the patriarch of Swift Bullets. Discover how necessity led to innovation as Bill explains the e...
Strap in for a wild ride in this episode of This is Africa, The Podcast as we sit down with one of Africa’s most seasoned professional hunters—Butch Coaton. Born and bred in the Zimbabwean bush, Butch has carved out a legendary career spanning 38 years, flying and hunting across Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, Tanzania, and South Africa.
With over 100 leopard hunts under his belt, Butch doesn’t just tell stories—he lives them. From near...
*ELEPHANT HUNTING SPECIAL* Dive into the thrilling world of elephant hunting with renowned expert Buzz Charlton in this episode of This Is Africa podcast. Hosted by Andy, Buzz shares his extensive knowledge and personal experiences from over three decades of hunting. From the importance of good trackers and the best equipment to handling close encounters with charging elephants, this episode covers it all. Learn about the ethical a...
Welcome back to This Is Africa Podcast! This episode, we’re locking, loading, and laughing with the legendary Thierry Labat — a professional hunter, master linguist, and walking encyclopedia of wild tales. From his wild apprenticeship days with the famous Roger Whittle Safaris to jaw-dropping trophies across the continent, Thierry’s got stories that’ll have you on the edge of your seat (or hiding behind it).
In this compelling episode of This is Africa Podcast, Andy sits down with Rob McCanna, the new visionary leader behind the Dallas Safari Club Foundation. Together, they dive into the impactful work the DSC is doing to support conservation efforts across Africa, the exciting upcoming shows and events, and the foundation’s strategic vision for the future. Tune in to discover how DSC is championing sustainable hunting and wildlife con...
In this episode of This is Africa Podcast, Andy sits down with York Mare of Dalton & York Safaris—a man who didn’t just grow up near the bush, he grew up in it. Join us as York shares his wild upbringing, unforgettable encounters with Africa’s most dangerous game, and what it really means to live in the raw heart of the wilderness. There are laughs, jaw-dropping moments, and a whole lot of bush wisdom—served up with York’s dry ...
In our debut episode of This is Africa Podcast, Andy sits down with legendary professional hunter Pete Wood—a man with more wild stories than a leopard has spots. From hair-raising encounters with dangerous game to eerie run-ins with African black magic and deep-rooted tribal beliefs, this episode dives headfirst into the mysterious and thrilling side of the bush. But it’s not all danger and dark tales—Pete’s sense of humor and inf...
In the debut episode of This is Africa Podcast, Andy chats with legendary hunter Pete Wood about his wild encounters with dangerous game, African black magic, and tribal lore. It's a thrilling, hilarious dive into the unfiltered heart of the bush. Don't miss it!
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