Best Muzzleloader Podcasts (2025)

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Muzzleloader Hunting in Nevada 32:43

5d ago32:43

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In this week's Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by the Southern Region Hunter Education and Shooting Sports Coordinator Martin Olson to have a conversation about muzzleloader hunting in Nevada. Martin talks about NDOW’s free muzzleloader introduction classes and why he thinks shooting a muzzleloader is so fun. The guys a…

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Ep. 403 | Flintlock Muzzleloader Hunting with Clay Hayes 50:02

17d ago50:02

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Take your muzzleloader hunting to the next level by taking a step back in time with a flintlock. Primitive weapon, hunting, and bushcraft expert, Clay Hayes, sits down with Mark Boardman to talk about flint-lock hunting. They cover what makes them fun, challenging, rewarding, specific hunts, and how they work. As always, we want to hear your feedba…

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#10MinuteTalk - Backcountry Meal Taste Test — Know Before You Go! 38:19

1d ago38:19

38:19

Food Selection in the backcountry can make or break your hunt. From simply having to choke down what should be a reward at the end of a hard day, to hunt-ruining gastrointestinal issues, it’s good practice to know before you go. Just trust us here! Mark Boardman, Ryan Muckenhirn and new-to-the podcast, Rylan Benson, bring their favorites to share. …

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Ep. 405 | Answering Your Questions 1:25:09

3d ago1:25:09

1:25:09

You asked, we answered. Light-hearted to technical, the gang is back answering listener questions. There’s a little bit of everything in this buffet of banter. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast…

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Unhinged. Catfishing With Bee 44:51

7d ago44:51

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We have a special guest today named Bee. Or Michael B. who goes on Hinge pretends to be a girl and gets guys to give up their fishing spots. It's Central Oregon Fishing and we're going to find out what makes her/him tick. If you want to support free speech and good hunting content on the Information Superhighway, look for our coffee and books and w…

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Sitka Blacktails & the 6.5 PRC with George Krumm 49:22

7d ago49:22

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We sit down with the editor of Hunt Alaska magazine to talk about hunting blacktail bucks and his recent 6.5 PRC build. George Krumm is an outdoor writer and an enthusiastic shooter big game hunter and big trout specialist. You can find his work in Hunt Alaska and Fish Alaska and other magazines. Visit https://www.huntalaskamagazine.com/ If you wan…

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#10MinuteTalk - Archery Releases for Bowhunting 48:34

9d ago48:34

48:34

Selecting a release for compound bowhunting is a big decision. Styles and opinions abound. Mark Boardman, Ryan Muckenhirn, and one of the most consistent whitetail whackers we know, Erik Barber, team up to give their thoughts. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podc…

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Ep. 404 | Advanced Antelope Tactics with Eastmans’ Hunting 1:09:35

10d ago1:09:35

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Ike Eastman and Brandon Mason from Wyoming-based Eastmans’ Hunting break down antelope tips and tactics that will have you breaking down your next big buck. On the surface, pursuing these critters may seem simple. That can be true, but when you dive into their biology, habitat, and unique behaviors, there’s more to antelope hunting than meets their…

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#10MinuteTalk - Unlock Hidden Tikka Performance — Economical Aftermarket Upgrades 29:17

16d ago29:17

29:17

Up the performance of your Tikka with aftermarket accessories that don’t break the bank. Small, inexpensive, easy to implement changes can yield big results and options from a wide swath of reputable manufacturers abound. Mark Boardman, Erik Barber and Ryan Muckenhirn talk through several to consider. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let u…

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The Origin of the Skunk Steelhead Fly and a Mountain Lion Sighting 34:31

17d ago34:31

34:31

You've found a podcast where we talk about big game hunting around the West and around the world, but . . . today we are talking about steelhead fishing and tying flies for steelhead and salmon. The origin of the Skunk steelhead fly has been shrouded in mystery. Till now. We have uncovered the origin of the Skunk steelhead fly and we believe it can…

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#10MinuteTalk - Cool Guns with Ian Klemm — Double Rifle Made For a Prince 39:10

23d ago39:10

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Vortex’s Ian Klemm, the “King of Collectable Firearms,” drops in with one made for a Prince. Tune in to hear all about this petite double rifle and the sleuthing Ian did to learn its royal heritage. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagra…

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Ep. 402 | Defending Your Castle — Carbine, Shotgun, or Pistol? 1:00:49

24d ago1:00:49

1:00:49

The drywall dust has settled. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn are back in the podcast studio analyzing their respective home defense firearm choices — and how they performed. Gel, drywall, and a move-and-shoot course made for an interesting test yielding interesting results. What are you selecting to defend your castle? This episode may help guid…

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Bears, Berries, and Bird Feeders 33:40

26d ago33:40

33:40

The Nevada Department of Wildlife is a proud member of BearWise®, a program of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies.Black bears have been in Nevada long before we lived here, but by the early 1900s they had been extirpated from the state. Conservation efforts and habitat regeneration allowed black bears to begin coming back into Nevada and r…

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#10MinuteTalk - Hunt Stories — The Snake and The Skunk 33:20

30d ago33:20

33:20

Telling the story is 1/3 the hunt. Some stories are memorable for reasons outside of coming home with your quarry. Mark Boardman, Sawyer Briel, and Graham Cronin team up to tell a few funny ones. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @…

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Alaska Moose, 338 Ultra Mag & Finishing Beef with 7C Cattle Company Luke Williams 52:09

1M ago52:09

52:09

We talk Alaska moose hunting with Luke Williams, whose favorite cartridge is the 338 Remington Ultra Magnum stoked with Nosler Partitions. We also talk about the 17 HMR and shooting rats, chucks and pigeons. Williams is one of the owners of 7C Cattle Company providing top quality locally grown exquisitely finished beef. You can find them at https:/…

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Ep. 401 | Raw Horsepower — John Lazzeroni of Lazzeroni Arms Visits Vortex 1:51:39

1M ago1:51:39

1:51:39

Long-range pioneer, innovator, rifle builder, and cartridge designer, John Lazzeroni, drops by to showcase his high-stepping, hard-hitting rifles. The guys shoot his new 7.82 Warbird 110 grain loading at more than 4,000 fps. and the 9.53 Saturn pushing a 300-grain projectile north of 3,000 fps. In-depth history and great stories from a guy who was …

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Getting Off Scott Free with One Independent SOB 58:34

1M ago58:34

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He is one independent SOB. His name is Dave Scott, he was the general's driver in Vietnam in the Army 101st Airborne. Dave Scott makes his home in Central Oregon's Newberry Crater but he frequently takes off to places like the the Northwest Territories or Mongolia. He has paddled solo on some of the world's most remote rivers like the Mackenzie in …

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Operation Dry Water 30:46

1M ago30:46

30:46

In this week's Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Statewide Boating Education Coordinator Aaron Meier to talk about Operation Dry Water and boating safety. Aaron explains that Operation Dry Water is a national campaign designed to combat boating under the influence (BUI) through increased boat patrols over the three-day…

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#10MinuteTalk - Hammer Bullets — Do They Hammer? 44:40

1M ago44:40

44:40

Hammer Bullets are a proverbial new kid on the bullet block. But are they built to knock the blocks off big game? Lathe turned with incredible precision, they are uniquely engineered to expand rapidly, shed pedals, and have the shank continue through the animal. Their design subscribes to a terminal-performance philosophy departing from the monolit…

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Ep. 400 | Left-Handed Shooter Considerations 1:02:21

1M ago1:02:21

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It’s unfair, but left-handed shooters are often left out, disregarded, and dismissed when it comes to products designed to accommodate their handedness. High-level competitive shooters and left-handers, Adam Maxwell and Ian Klemm swing by to give us the rundown on left-handed shooter considerations. Firearm features, special equipment, competitive …

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Red Pandas, Red Dot Sights & Shooting Indoors with Paranoid American 1:36:53

1M ago1:36:53

1:36:53

He is the Paranoid American and he only shoots indoors. We talk about why red dots, red pandas, comics, conspiracy, Lake Okeechobee bass fishing. Trevor Barclay from High Desert Tactical joins us on this one. You can learn more at https://paranoidamerican.com/ If you want to support free speech and good hunting content in the Internet Age, look for…

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Ep. 399 | Your Public Land is at Risk of Being Sold — MeatEater’s Ryan Callaghan Breaks It Down 46:24

1M ago46:24

46:24

MeatEater’s Director of Conservation, Ryan Callaghan sits down to talk us through current legislation being considered that aims to sell off America’s public lands — and what you can do to make your voice heard. This is a non-partisan issue that impacts anybody who appreciates and enjoys our public lands in any capacity. If this legislation is acce…

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#10MinuteTalk - Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission Caught in Gross Misconduct 38:22

1M ago38:22

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Violations of open meetings laws, collusion with animal extremists on policy matters, exclusion of tribal co-managers when legally bound to consult, and more. Todd Adkins from Sportsmen’s Alliance joins Mark Boardman to tell us all about the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission’s gross misconduct — and what Sportsmen’s Alliance is doing to expos…

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Ep. 398 | Daniel Defense H9 — The New Do-All Pistol? 49:59

1M ago49:59

49:59

In this twisty tale of two pistols, Vortex’s Adam Maxwell brings in the original Hudson H9 and the present-day Daniel Defense H9. The overall concept of blending desirable attributes of the beloved 1911 and today’s popular striker-fired pistols is the same, the pistols themselves are very different. We cover the saga, the features, and what it offe…

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Blacktails, Benchlegs, Big Mule Deer Bucks and the 27 Nosler with Shannon Walker 1:03:40

2M ago1:03:40

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He's the bullet production manager at Nosler Inc., a predator hunter, solo big game hunter and long range shooting competitor. Today we're talking about hunting blacktails, benchlegs and mule deer. We talk about the 270 Winchester contrasted with the 27 Nosler. You can find Shannon on Instagram at @skamuelaw If you want to support free speech and g…

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Silver Arrow Bowmen - Bowhunter Bonanza June 21 - 22, 2025 27:00

2M ago27:00

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In this week’s Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Rendle Taylor and Ken Shoemaker, two Director’s from the Silver Arrow Bowmen Archery Club in Reno, Nevada. Rendle and Ken explain their roles on the board, the current goals of the club, NDOW’s recent investments in the archery range, and how you can get involved. They d…

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#10MinuteTalk - Hunting Regulation Changes — In the News 33:51

2M ago33:51

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State fish and game agencies update their regulations every year. Some changes are bigger than others. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn highlight a few sure to elate or infuriate. Tune in and stay in the know. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us…

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Ep. 397 | Hunting the UK — The Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed 1:38:03

2M ago1:38:03

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Hunting the UK is a world apart from hunting North America — which is exactly why you should add it to your hunting to-do list. 5 species of deer, culture, stunning landscapes, tradition, and history are just a few things that make this place special. Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision joins Mark Boardman to tell us all about it! Tune in only if yo…

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Rifles, Red Dot Sights and the Red Menace with Ron Alvarez 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Ron Alvarez is in the studio to talk freedom, big game hunting, rifles and handguns, red dots, and the Harlot. We cover Red Rider, Red Mist and the Red Menace. One of the threats against wildlife in the West is the virtually unchecked poaching of wildlife, the bucket hunting brigades out of communities that did not grow up with the North American c…

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#10MinuteTalk - Single Shot Rifles — Economical to Extravagant 58:07

2M ago58:07

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Simple, utilitarian, elegant, romantic, inexpensive, exorbitantly priced — single shot rifles run the gamut. They also share undeniable commonalities. Ian Klemm and Ryan Muckenhirn drop by the studio to chat with Mark Boardman about single shot rifles, their charm, and where they sit in today’s rifle landscape. As always, we want to hear your feedb…

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Ep. 396 | The Quarter-Bore Revival 1:16:28

2M ago1:16:28

1:16:28

Quarter-bores like the 25-06 have spent their lives in the shadows of more popular cartridges. Cult followings of folks in the know have kept them alive — barely. Was not reaching their full potential the reason they never got to sit at the cool kid’s table? Could spinning higher weight, higher BC bullets faster breathe new life into old classics —…

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Rediscover Cave Lake Grand Reopening - June 7, 2025 29:58

2M ago29:58

29:58

In this week's Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Fisheries Biologist Heath Korell to talk about one of everyone's favorite Nevada lakes, Cave Lake. Heath gives a great history lesson dating back to the 1930's and details the dam rebuild project that started in 2019. The guys discuss interesting facts about the area inc…

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Concealed Carry, Dances with Snakes, the Power of Shooting to Energize your Business with Ryan Fraker Team 144 36:22

2M ago36:22

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One of the most powerful things you can do to energize your career is to integrate the shooting sports and/or hunting and fishing to build relationships. Work with the people you want to work with and make lifelong friends. That is how our guest Ryan Fraker sees it too. We talk concealed carry, encounters with snakes, 3-gun shooting and machine gun…

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#10MinuteTalk - 5 Elk Hunting Tips from Elk Shape’s Dan Staton 21:54

2M ago21:54

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Dan Staton has dedicated his life to perfecting his elk-hunting craft. For Dan, 11 months of the year exist for one reason — to get ready for September. The result of his intense focus — bulls on the ground with incredible consistency. Tune in and draft off his hard-earned experience. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there a…

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Ep. 395 | Mule Deer and the Mule Deer Foundation 40:20

2M ago40:20

40:20

Trevor Hubbs from the Mule Deer Foundation jumps on to chat about mule deer, threats they face, and the great work MDF is doing to ensure a prosperous future for these amazing critters. Habitat, overpasses, funding, and the new Blacktail Deer Foundation, he migrates through interesting information you’ll want to know. As always, we want to hear you…

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Lightest Cartridge for Deer | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 26 29:56

2M ago29:56

29:56

All meatballs, all the time, the Spaghetti Shootout season-three finale is loaded with quippy questions from YOU! Jimmy gets kidnapped by thugs, fishing for Nessie, immortality, and more, the guy’s debate topics only true intellectuals dare ponder. Does Mark go out with a bang or shoot himself in the foot? Tune in to find out. As always, we want to…

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Wild Turkey, Muzzleloaders & Duplex and Triplex Shotgun Loads with Troy Rodakowski 26:38

2M ago26:38

26:38

Back from the turkey woods and back on the mic it's Troy Rodakowski from the Willamette Valley to talk turkey hunting at the end of the season. We discuss smoothbore muzzleloader hunting and why we both like blended loads for putting turkeys on the table. We also discuss wildlife forage blends and how to put them in the ground at this stage of the …

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#10MinuteTalk - The TC Encore is Back 39:09

2M ago39:09

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The TC Encore is back for its encore appearance. After being purchased by S&W and subsequently shelved, some of the original owners are resurrecting the brand. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn talk about the rifles, what they offer a hunter, personal experiences with them, and where they fit in today’s modern firearm and muzzleloader landscape. As…

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Ep. 394 | Wisconsin CWD, Deer and Predator Study — Dissecting the Results 1:16:39

2M ago1:16:39

1:16:39

Wisconsin DNR’s Dan Storm joins Mark Boardman to examine the multi-year Southwest Wisconsin CWD, Deer and Predator Study. He gives us the “why” behind the study, how it was conducted and their findings. Tune in for interesting information on a contentious topic. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd lik…

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Mountain Goat and Bighorn Sheep - 2025 State of the Silver State 34:45

3M ago34:45

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In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Mountain Goat and Bighorn Sheep Staff Specialist Mike Cox. Mike talks about an exciting project to bring more mountain goats to Nevada earlier this year and gives an update on how well they’re doing overall. He also gives the guys an overview of all three subspecies of bi…

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#10MinuteTalk - Beekeeping Basics — Honey in Your Own Backyard 34:54

3M ago34:54

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Vortex’s Gayla Gibson buzzes by the studio to talk bee keeping basics. Beekeeping is cool, interesting, and rewarding. Your suburban backyard could bee the perfect place to bee-gin your bee-keeping journey. More pollinators is a good thing, and we can’t forget the bounty of sweet golden goodness we get in return. Tune in to get turned on to beekeep…

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Ep. 393 | .375 H&H vs .338 Win Mag — Battle of the Medium Bores 1:03:59

3M ago1:03:59

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Big bears to big bulls, one thing is certain, the .375 H&H and .338 Win will handle the job. After some testing at the range, Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn dive deep into these cartridges, what they like, and where they fit in today’s modern-cartridge landscape. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd…

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Rugged Maps, Decoys and Herd Language with Derek Fergus 1:01:51

3M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

We talk to inventor/innovator/thinker Derek Fergus about fly-fishing concepts, putting maps and historical data to work in the field and a better way of thinking about the use of decoys. Especially for bowhunters and muzzleloader hunters. This is a must listen. Check out Derek Fergus’s website at https://www.dfergus.com/ If you want to support free…

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#10MinuteTalk - Maggie Jo's Top 5 Bass Baits 36:26

3M ago36:26

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Tournament angler, Maggie Carsello, joins Mark Boardman to walk-the-dog through her favorite bass baits. Tune in to get lined out on incredibly versatile bait styles that simply produce. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnat…

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Ep. 392 | 100 Years of the .270 Winchester 51:15

3M ago51:15

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100-years-old and going strong, the now classic yet ever-venerable .270 is still stomping big game across the globe. This cartridge stands the test of time because critters hit with it don’t stand a chance. Tune in as we honor one of the greats. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the …

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#10MinuteTalk - The .338-06 — Deadly or Just Dead? 45:35

3M ago45:35

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Ryan Muckenhirn brings in his .338-06 to talk all about its fantastic attributes. A cool cartridge with limited adoption by gun makers and the public alike, did this one deserve more fanfare? Or does it sit where it belongs at the bottom of the cartridge ocean? Tune in for the story of how he came to own this rifle, some history, and his plans to s…

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Ep. 391 | Bear Hunting with Bear Hunting Magazine’s, Kolby Morehead 1:26:09

3M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Bear Hunting Magazine owner, bear hunting fanatic, and bear advocate, Kolby Morehead, stops by to talk about — you guessed it, bear hunting. With a focus on baiting, he and fellow bear hunter, Mark Boardman, bear down on tips and tactics to get you in the game. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like…

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Nevada Big Game Application Insights, Tips, and Strategies 32:56

3M ago32:56

32:56

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Data and Technology Services Division Administrator Matt Maples. The guys talk about technology and data in the Department, the big game application and draw, bonus points and why they matter, and what makes applying for tags in Nevada unique. They also share some tips an…

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Best Camo of All Time | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 25 30:26

3M ago30:26

30:26

In this week’s Spaghetti Shootout, Mark Boardman is back noodling around to find the right words, Ryan Muckenhirn is his collected self, Jimmy Hamilton is in a mood, and the trivia team takes pity. From movies that should have never been, to the best camo of all time, this episode is one spicy meatball. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let…

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#10MinuteTalk - How to Make a Turkey Wing Bone Call 32:42

3M ago32:42

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Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn wing it in this podcast all about making your very own turkey wing bone call. How-to, anecdotal stories of success, and more, this podcast guarantees you’ll be saving your next bird’s wings. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcas…

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