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Vortex Nation Podcast

Vortex Nation Podcast

Welcome to the Vortex Nation Podcast. Brought to you by lovers of hunting, shooting, public lands, the Second Amendment and dang good food.

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01:20:14

Ep. 291 | Is the Glock the Perfect Pistol?

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2023/06/19

The Glock, truly revolutionary at its inception and iconic in the pistol space. The most widely used pistol by law enforcement professionals and often the choice of military professionals as well. Features questioned by some originally, are celebrated by users and emulated by the industry today. Is it the perfect pistol? Mark Boardman, Jim Hamilton, and Ryan Muckenhirn ask themselves this very question. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like

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00:31:06

#10MinuteTalk - G1 and G7 Ballistic Coefficients -...

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2023/06/13

G1 and G7 BC’s - what the heck are they and which number should I plug into my ballistics calculator to get the best drop and wind drift solutions? Mark Boardman grabs Reuben Aleckson and Ryan Muckenhirn to get the 411 on G1 and G7 BC’s. 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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01:06:48

Ep. 290 | Cartridge Talks - 6.5 Creedmoor vs .308...

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2023/06/12

In the inaugural episode of Cartridge Talks, (a brand-new Vortex Nation™ YouTube series exploring life’s greatest cartridge-related questions) Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn fired multiple projectiles into ballistics gel comparing the 6.5 Creedmoor against the .308. The goal - to determine a “Winner”. Now, it’s time to grab the forceps and further dissect the results. The guys hit the podcast studio to dive deeper into the nuances of their findings. Is there a compelling winner in this battle of

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00:13:15

#10MinuteTalk - The Vortex® Triumph® HD 10x42 – Spot...

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2023/06/06

Making a quality binocular costing under $100 would be quite the Triumph. So that’s what we did and that’s what we called it. The Triumph® HD 10x42 binocular is the perfect optic for the budget-conscious outdoorsman who still needs a meaningful viewing experience. In this podcast, we grab optics expert, and admitted optics snob, Mike McDowell, to chat through the features and performance of this optically and economically impressive 10x42 binocular. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us

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01:45:24

Ep. 289 | Remote Field Medicine with Vortex Edge®...

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2023/06/05

Vortex Edge® instructor, Mike Griffin, taps in for a more than interesting story about his paramedic/remote-field-medicine life journey. Along the way, he provides hard-earned incite and some great tips for self-sufficiency and medical care you will want to consider. What’s your plan? What knowledge do you have? What equipment do you need? What if? 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

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00:31:36

#10MinuteTalk - Match Ammo for Hunting?

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2023/05/30

“You should never use match ammo for hunting.” “Match ammo is fantastic for hunting.” The topic of match ammo for hunting may be one of the most polarizing. There are two camps with little in between. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn tackle this hornets’ nest of a subject, talking about the differences between “match” and “hunting” ammo, provide the theory they personally subscribe to, anecdotes of times they’ve used match ammo for hunting, and touch on regions of the world where using match ammo

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01:24:20

Ep. 288 | 2A State of the Union with the Second...

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2023/05/29

The Second Amendment is always under attack. For reference, the Second Amendment states: A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed. Well, there’s a heck of a lot of infringing going on! Good thing we have folks like Adam Kraut from the Second Amendment Foundation working hard to keep it intact. We talk about Adam’s career path, the 2A itself, the playbook of those looking to dismantle it piece by

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00:29:41

#10MinuteTalk - Lightweight Hunting Bipods

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2023/05/23

Stability is key for precise shots on game. But who wants to attach a boat anchor to their rifle to get it? Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn chat lightweight hunting bipods in this 10-Minute Talk on two-legged forend support, so you can better shoot 4-legged critters. 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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00:52:51

Ep. 287 | .308 Versus 6.5 Creedmoor. Who Reigns Supreme?

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2023/05/22

Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn sit down to pit the prom queen 6.5 Creed against the more than iconic .308 Win. After chatting through the merits of both (which both have many), they decide more research needs to be done. Research that requires guns, ammunition, and ballistics gel. If you’re trying to decide between these cartridges, perk up your ears and give this episode a listen. If still undecided at the end, stay tuned. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any

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00:19:19

#10MinuteTalk - The 240 Weatherby Mag. – Fast as...

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2023/05/16

All gas no brakes, the high-stepping .240 Weatherby Mag. is classic Roy. This 6mm speedster has a lot to offer. But its performance comes at a cost. Do the negatives outweigh the positives? How does it compare to modern 6mm cartridges? Why isn’t it more popular? Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn take the 240 Weatherby Mag. head on in this cartridge talk all about the last cartridge designed by Roy Weatherby himself. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics

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00:34:57

Ep. 286 | Youth .22’s – The Long and Short of it

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2023/05/15

The .22 LR - a right of hunting and shooting passage. But like all guns, fitment is a big consideration. For some youths, it can affect comfort, shooting fundamentals, accuracy, frustration, muscle fatigue, and even safety. Basically, the entire shooting experience. What makes a good youth .22? What things should a person think about when selecting a rifle for this application? What are some models that are available? Find out as Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn tackle the topic of youth

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00:10:56

#10MinuteTalk - Remi Warren’s Favorite Hunting...

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2023/05/09

Famed guide and hunter, Remi Warren, drops by Vortex® to drop knowledge on his favorite hunting cartridge of all time. He makes some strong points with this one and Mark Boardman agrees with everything he has to say. Listen in on this short, but impactful, cartridge-related podcast. 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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00:49:56

Ep. 285 | Is the 10mm the Best Bear Defense Pistol...

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2023/05/08

Lots of folks are heading afield in grizzly country packing 10mm pistols these days. But is that the best option? There are certainly handguns with more oomph. What about handguns with less oomph? What attributes should a person prioritize? Velocity? Foot pounds of energy? Bullet diameter? Bullet weight? Bullet construction? Shootability? Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn bear down on this topic from a position of having never been there. Luckily most of us haven’t, but it is something to think

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00:40:21

#10MinuteTalk - What is “Apparent Field of View”, and...

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2023/05/02

Apparently, there’s a lot to know about “apparent field of view.” Good thing we have optics guru Mike McDowell to explain it to us! As per usual, Mike dazzles us with information that’s fun, interesting, and useful. Tune in to get tuned up on an often-overlooked optic feature/calculation. 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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Ep. 284 | The .325 WSM – King of the WSM’s or Lead...

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2023/05/01

The .325 WSM is 25 more than the .300 WSM, so it’s 25 better, right? Interest and overall acceptance may say otherwise, but there are those who love this cartridge and will defend its honor till their death. Is the .325 designation even accurate? Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn chat about this interesting cartridge that some say is good for everything yet deemed good for nothing by many. 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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00:21:17

#10MinuteTalk - Rik’s Turkey Crunchin’ 870

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2023/04/25

Slingin’ Rik is back on the podcast, and he’s brought his beloved, hunt-worn, Remington 870. If he cut a notch in the stock of this thing every time he killed a turkey, you’d be left with a mighty fine toothpick. It’s the only shotgun he’s owned for most of his life. Listen for the nostalgic backstory of his most cherished firearm. Do you have a gun like this? 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

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01:24:56

Ep. 283 | Outfitting Your AR for Home Defense

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2023/04/24

The AR-15 is the most versatile firearm platform in existence. One application where it shines is home defense. Particularly if you outfit it with a light – which you should. Chris Urrutia from Vortex Edge® joins Mark Boardman and Jim Hamilton to chat all about outfitting your AR for home defense. 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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#10MinuteTalk - Binocular or Monocular Laser...

Vortex Nation Podcast ·

2023/04/18

You need a rangefinder, but what style is right for you? Bowhunters, rifle hunters, guides, recreational shooters, and competitive shooters have similar, but different needs. Mark Boardman, Paul Neess, and Mike Tassoul chat through the advantages of each and where they shine. They also cover the new Razor® HD 4000 GB laser rangefinder, its onboard ballistics software, atmospherics sensors, and more. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like

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01:26:08

Ep. 282 | Prepper's Mindset — Clay Hayes Edition

Vortex Nation Podcast ·

2023/04/17

He doesn’t plan, he doesn’t stockpile copious amounts of ammo, but he’s one of the most prepared people in the world. When you work daily on and develop primitive skills like Clay Hayes, you’re always prepared. This guy won season 8 of the Alone TV competition, and I’m sure would win the game of life if everything we know about society changed in an instant. Tune in to get Clay’s take on preparedness. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like

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00:24:41

#10MinuteTalk - Tikka Actions — What Makes Them So...

Vortex Nation Podcast ·

2023/04/11

If you know Ryan Muckenhirn, you know he fancies Tikka rifles and their actions. But why? What makes them so great? Mark Boardman and Ryan run the bolt on this topic, covering the glass-smooth, economical, high-performing actions found on Tikka rifles and a fair bit more. 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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