Setting Up a Hunting Rifle- Basic Gunsmithing

Elk Rifles and Cartridges

In episode 68, part one of a 4 part mini series on western hunting. Jon and Matthew break down some rifle considerations as well as cartridge options for your upcoming elk hunt. Jon shares some elk hunting stories and Matthew breaks down the numbers as normal. Best of luck afield this fall! Thank you for listening! We appreciate each and every one of you. Please consider sharing us with a friend. As always, feel free to reach out to us at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

Pro Tips in Passing- Gracy Travel

In this short, Matthew and Jon share with you one of, if not the best travel booking agent in the hunting business: Gracy Travel. We are not sponsored in any way, but wanted to give credit where credit is due. Jon has been using them for over 25 years and Matthew has used them on every Safari. They are great at what they do and their people on the ground are phenomenal. Cover photo is Matthew and Bruce from Gracy Travel at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. If you were curious, yes, the pigeons still roam there. Thanks for listening! Check us out on Instagram and send us an email at thenitroexpresspodcast@gmail.com

2026 Safari Recap

In episode 67, Jon and Matthew break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of their recent hunt. It is always painful to share shortcomings , but truth is a necessity. Cover photo is a buffalo track We hope you enjoyed this episode and thank you for listening! We appreciate each and every one of you and wish you all the best on your upcoming adventutres.

First Safari Insights and Recap

In episode 66, Matthew sits down with some great new friends, Mason and Nick. The were in camp with the Professor and Matthew at Limcroma in June 2026. This was their first time on Safari, and they have lots of good insight and information for all you first timers. We envy you! Cover photo is Nick, Mason, and Troy (Mason's dad) with Mason's HUGE 47 7/8" sable. Apologies if our audio quality isn't as high as normal, this one was recorded live at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Comparing 50 Caliber Safari Cartridges

In episode 65, Matthew and Jon break down the three most common, uncommon cartridges. These are all 50 (1/2 inch) cartridges and include the 505 Gibbs, 500 Jeffery, and the 500 Nitro Express 3". Matthew breaks down some case specs, potential performance, and the availability of rifles, ammo, and reloading components. This is a step into the true stopping rifles and we hope you enjoy, even if Juan Loco was distracted by his stomach at the end. Cover photo is a 500 NE next to a 17 HMR Thanks for listening! Share us with a friend, give us a follow on instagram, and send us an email at thenitroexpresspocast@gmail.com