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- 5 days ago26 min
#10MinuteTalk | The .30 TC | The Lead Ballon that Made Other Cartridges Famous
.30-06 performance out of a highly efficient short-action case wasn’t enough to slingshot the .30 TC into cartridge glory. It should have been. That said, the engineers at Hornady saw its promise, tweaked it, and created one of the most popular cartridges of all time — along with others that make the A-list for competition, hunting, and more. Tune in to hear about the high-performing, incredibly interesting, .30 TC and the inspiration it provided.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
- 6 days ago1h 46m
Ep. 465 | Heckler & Koch Pistol x Vortex Red Dot Packages
Heckler & Koch’s James Williamson and Tommy Brooker are back to chat about their incredible VP9 pistols, CC9 pistols, pairing them with Vortex Defender Red Dots, and the purpose-built pistol packages being offered.H&K has a reputation for doing things right. The products themselves and the shared product ethos of both companies made the collaboration match as good as the performance you get from these systems.Hear what makes these H&K and Vortex combinations stand out, get an inside look at the collaboration, and learn more about the packages available for shooters looking to pair H&K pistols with Vortex Defender Red Dots. WARNING: Tune in only if you want to hear about your next pistol package!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
- 1 weeks ago1h 33m
#10MinuteTalk | Modern Suppressor design and Two Paths to Suppressor Ownership | Exigent Defense
Exigent Defense suppressor manufacturer, lawyer, and Kentucky Gun Owners of America representative, Evan Wilson, stops in to talk through modern suppressor design and the current suppressor ownership landscape. The tax stamp going to $0, a lawsuit filed against the ATF, and a recent ruling have made suppressor ownership easier, but possibly more confusing than before. Different rules for different groups of people and interpretive ambiguity have left some folks scratching their heads. Throw in regulation at the state level and well, that’s why we’re having this conversation. Tune in to hear about a cool company doing cool stuff, an explanation of what’s going on with the two paths to suppressor ownership, and a prediction of where we are headed.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
- 1 weeks ago2h 24m
Ep. 464 | H&K’s Most Iconic Firearms | James Williamson and Tommy Brooker
H&K’s James Williamson and Tommy Booker join Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn for an unforgettable range session featuring some of the coolest and most legendary firearms ever made by Heckler & Koch (H&K).From the HK MP7 and MP5SD to the legendary P7, MK8, and more, this episode of the Vortex Nation Podcast dives into the history, engineering, stories, and real-world performance behind these iconic H&K firearms.You’ll hear the background on the company itself, and some of H&K’s most recognizable guns while getting an up-close look at what makes these firearms so interesting, effective, and storied.Press play, turn the volume up, and put life on full-autopilot.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
- 2 weeks ago49 min
#10MinuteTalk | Hunting Riflescope Magnification | Is Less More?
How much riflescope magnification do you really need for hunting? Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn get into a “healthy discussion” about the best hunting scope magnification and whether more power actually means better performance in the field.Is there one magnification range that can handle nearly every hunting situation? Kinda. Do Mark and Ryan agree on what that range is? Absolutely not.Tune in as they break down hunting riflescope magnification, low vs. high magnification, practical scope ranges, shot distances, field of view, and what magnification should top your hunting rifle. Whether you’re choosing a new hunting scope or wondering if you’re running too much or too little magnification, this episode has plenty of opinions to consider.What’s the best hunting scope magnification? Hit play and decide for yourself.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
- 2 weeks ago1h 5m
Ep. 463 | Behind the Scenes Stories of Wildcatting the 6.5 BC
The 6.5 Bitchcat (6.5 BC) is back—and this wildcat cartridge is getting a serious deep dive.In this episode of the Vortex Nation Podcast, Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn have put their new custom 6.5 Bitchcat rifle through its paces, testing three custom handloads across a range of real-world scenarios.They break down the origin and history of the 6.5 Bitchcat, its latest developments, and what they learned from testing bullet velocities, paper targets, ballistics gel, and long-range performance.From the custom rifle and handloads to velocity data and distance testing, this episode covers what makes the 6.5 Bitchcat / 6.5 BC such an interesting wildcat cartridge—and whether this latest iteration lives up to its big expectations.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
- 3 weeks ago59 min
#10MinuteTalk | Practical Shooting Sports for Hunters: Build Real-World Marksmanship
Want to fill your freezer more consistently? The moment of truth rarely offers a flat, stable setup. In this episode, Vortex’s Mike Tassoul and Jimmy Jordan break down how practical shooting sports translate directly to real-world big game hunting scenarios. Learn how competing under pressure trains you to manage gear, control your nerves, and make lethal shots when infinite variables are in play. Whether you are preparing for your first elk hunt or looking to tighten your groups under stress, this is your blueprint for better marksmanship.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
- 3 weeks ago1h 55m
Ep. 462 | TUSC Loadout: Tactical Urban Sustainment Course Gear & Kit
What gear do you actually need for a Tactical Urban Sustainment Course (TUSC)? Vortex Edge® instructor, in-house prepper, and survival hobbyist Mike Griffin joins Mark Boardman to break down the TUSC loadout he selected for his recent course with the Direct Action Resource Center (DARC) in Little Rock, Arkansas.Mike walks through the Tactical Urban Sustainment Course gear he brought, explaining the “why” behind each selection—including what worked, what didn’t, and what he would change next time.TUSC is a serious training challenge, both mentally and physically. The program teaches small, cohesive groups how to secure, sustain, and operate effectively in urban environments. The right gear can make a demanding course more manageable, but preparation, grit, and mental toughness ultimately make the difference.If you’re interested in TUSC training, urban survival, preparedness, tactical gear, survival gear, or building a practical course loadout, Mike’s experience can help you understand what gear matters—and what may not be worth carrying.Watch the full TUSC gear breakdown to see what made Mike’s kit—and what didn’t. 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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