The Rigby Campfire
Episodes
Ep. 24 - Buzz Charlton, Paul Roberts, & The McDonalds - South Africa’s Great Wildlife Comeback
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marc Newton and special guests around a black-tie campfire at Royal Thabane Lodge. In this special edition of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Managi...
Ep. 24 - Danielle McDonald - Women In Hunting
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded over breakfast in the stunning surroundings of Royal Thabane Lodge, South Africa, Episode 23 marks a first for the Rigby Campfire Podcast. Da...
Ep. 22 – Olivier Leclercq: Being part of a team that’s building a legacy
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of our Campfire Podcast for 2025, Managing Director Marc Newton sits down with gunmaker Olivier Leclercq to look back at 12 years...
Ep. 21 - Martin Levis - The Art of Stockmaking
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest Rigby Campfire podcast, Marc is joined by Martin Levis, Rigby’s Head Stock Maker and a man renowned for his craftsmanship, sommelier-l...
Ep. 20 - Craig Boddington - From Roe Bucks to Elephants: Why Rigby Is My Go-To
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rigby’s Head of Communications, Simon K. Barr, is joined by Craig Boddington for an in-depth discussion on all things Rigby.Craig recounts his perso...
Ep. 19 - Alex McDonald - The Conservation Success Story of Royal Thabane
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Rigby’s Head of Communications, Simon K. Barr, as he sits down with Professional Hunter Alex McDonald at Royal Thabane, a five-star private saf...
Ep. 18 - Todd Fry - Why Hunting In Africa Stole My Heart
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Rigby’s Managing Director, Marc Newton, as he welcomes long-standing client, trusted advisor, and friend Todd Fry for a conversation in the Rig...
Ep. 17 - Daniel Rivers - Reflecting On Rigby’s Celebrations Aboard HMS Victory
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest edition of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Rigby Managing Director Marc Newton returns to HMS Victory, one month after our unforgettable 250...
Ep. 16 - Simon K. Barr & Marc Newton - Planning Rigby's 250th Celebrations
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Head of Communications Simon K. Barr joins Rigby Managing Director Marc Newton as they drive to...
Ep. 15 - Slade Stevens - Announcing Our New Commemorative Rifles
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Rigby’s Managing Director, Marc Newton, as he sits down with Slade Stevens in the very heart of Rigby’s workshop in London. Slade joined the ...
Ep. 14 - Merle Sampson - Real Hunting Campfire Stories
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another superb episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Rigby Managing Director Marc Newton sits down with longtime customer and friend Merle Sampson...
Ep. 13 - Julius Fortuna - Charged by a Buffalo
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rigby Managing Director Marc Newton sits down with Julius Fortuna, Rigby customer and SCI Board Director for the Las Vegas Chapter. J...
Ep. 12 - Steven Monteith - Celebrating 250 Years Of Rigby In A Very Special Way
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our Managing Director Marc Newton as he sits down with Director of Operations Steven “Monty” Monteith in the very heart of Rigby’s workshop...
Ep. 11 - Marco van Niekerk - Why You Should Invest In A Rigby
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Marc Newton, managing director of John Rigby & Co., takes a break from hunting in South Afric...
Ep. 10 - Hancke Hudson - Tales From 30 Years Of Hunting Across Africa
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Marc Newton, managing director of John Rigby & Co., takes a break from hunting in South Afric...
Ep. 9 - Jacob Herman - The Connection Between Our Company & Community
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Rigby Campfire podcast, recorded at the Dallas Safari Club Convention, host Marc Newton engages in a candid conversation with J...
Ep. 8 - Larry Leadingham - Discussing The New Big Game Lightweight Rifle
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Rigby Campfire podcast. In this month's episode, Rigby's managing director Marc Newton sits down with Larry Leadingh...
Ep. 7 - Kent Porter - The Unsung Hero Of Rigby's Revival
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Rigby Campfire Podcast. In this episode, we're excited to bring you an insightful conversation between Marc Newton, the managing d...
Ep. 6 - Kevin Wistner of Blaser USA - Rigby's Special Relationship With America
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this month’s episode of the Rigby Campfire podcast, Rigby's managing director, Marc Newton, sits down with close friend and colleague, Kevin Wist...
Ep. 5 - Donald Trump Jr. - How Hunting Has Changed My Life
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this month's episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast. Marc Newton, Rigby's managing director sits down with Donald Trump Jr., co-founder o...
Ep. 4 - Dr Kevin ‘Doctari’ Robertson - His Story, The Perfect Shot, & Rigby's Dagga Boy Award
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this month’s episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, Marc Newton, managing director of John Rigby & Co., sits down with Dr. Kevin 'Doctari' Ro...
Ep. 3 - Robin Hurt - Challenges & Triumphs Of Rhino Conservation
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marc Newton, the managing director of John Rigby & Co., embarks on a captivating journey with Professional Hunter, Robin Hurt. T...
Ep. 2 - Paul Roberts of J. Roberts & Son - Celebrating Five Decades Of Gunmaking
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marc Newton, managing director of John Rigby & Co., and renowned gunmaker Paul Roberts of J. Roberts & Son in the second episode of the R...
Ep. 1 - Buzz Charlton - Legendary Zim PH On Poaching, Conservation, & Ethical Hunting
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this inaugural episode of the Rigby Campfire Podcast, hosted by Marc Newton, MD of John Rigby & Co., and featuring legendary hunter Buzz Charlt...