The Outdoor Gibbon

Vegan. Hunter. Mostly vegetarian. If you think those words can’t sit in the same room without a fight, this conversation will surprise you. We’re joined by Mark, an author and stand-up comedian who once went fully vegan, then slid back toward an 80% vegetarian life, and he’s candid about why: ethics, habit, comfort, lockdown, travel, and the simple fact that food is never just food. We talk about the part of veganism that rarely gets airtime the quieter middle, where people genuinely care ab...

Why does venison remain a niche product despite its impeccable ethical and environmental credentials? The Stalking Show 2025 brought together a diverse panel of experts to tackle this persistent market paradox and explore solutions to bring wild venison into mainstream consumption. From the opening moments, it becomes clear that the venison market faces multifaceted challenges. Game dealers like Tristan Kirk explain how logistical complexities and processing costs create pricing pressures th...

A humble fleece from a sheep's back holds the key to a more sustainable clothing industry—if only we'd reconnect with this remarkable fiber. In this episode, we journey deep into the world of wool processing with Fiona, founder of The Shire Mill, a small independent operation breathing new life into British wool. The disconnect between sheep farmers and the true value of their wool tells a troubling story. What once provided a farmer's annual rent now fetches less than the cost of shearing, ...

In this episode I talk to Dean who is a sporting agent and hunter in Croatia we look at the types of hunting he offer and the things you will need to get yourself out there to hunt. His website can be found here https://www.dean-outdoors.hr/ It's certainly worth a look if you are looking for a diffrent kind of hunting experiance _____________________________________________________________________________________ Thinking about doing the PDS1 or PDS2 use the link below. https://...

Who are Fortis? I chat with Oliver Massey Birch the owner of the company and we look back at how it started and where it is today. Requirements for shooting clothing have become more demanding and people want for more for the money these days. Oliver tells us what sort of service you will expect if you step on to a stand at a show. Is Fortis the new front runner in outdoor and shooting clothing? Thats up to you to decided but have a listen and then visit them at one of the many shows around t...

I talk to Tilly, but who is Tilly she is part of a new generation trying to make a go of living in highland glens of Scotland. Join myself and Tilly looking at all the things a young mother get done from dog training to sheep and chicken herding. Tilly has stated a new podcast called Tilly Talks worth a listen. Just an insight to the adventure of this young couple and the struggles of living in the Highlands of Scotland. Support the show Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor...

Join Myself and Katherine between Christmas and New year on a number of stalks around aberdeenshire. The journey starts at the target settling Katherine into the rifle. I think the nerves of the microphone didn't help. We stalk 4 different areas in each case they present different challenges. The weather on this weekend was incredible difficult, no wind and incredibly mild for the time of year. Who is this podcast aimed at new stalkers or people interested in getting into st...

In this episode we meet Dana and talk to her about the journey to become a hunter in Canada. It covers the law around firearms and hunting licence We also talk about her first solo hunt __________________________________________________________________________________ Thinking about doing the PDS1 or PDS2 use the link below. https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/link/6f1QuV Support the show Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_gibbon/