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The Hornady Podcast

Hornady Manufacturing

Join Seth Swerczek, Hornady Marketing Communications Manager, as we discuss all things hunting, shooting, reloading, and outdoor lifestyle.

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51:05

Ep. 172 - WHY Do Bullets Weigh What They Weigh?

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2025/03/13

On this episode, Seth is joined by Hornady Engineers, Ryan and Miles. The topic of discussion is one of our personal favorites - bullets. Specifically, how the weight of a bullet is determined. This episode is an excellent guide to help you understand what bullet weight is, how it affects internal and external ballistics, terminal performance, and how it can be used to your advantage. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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41:40

Ep. 171 - Hornady Rifle Builds | Mini (But Mighty)...

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2025/03/06

On this episode of Hornady Rifle Builds, Seth is joined in the studio by Preston and his mini, but mighty rifle. This one is a 6mm ARC built on a Howa Mini Action. While often overlooked, the Howa Mini Action provided the perfect platform to build this utilitarian and ultra-capable 6mm ARC. We hope you enjoy!

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56:18

Ep. 170 - 6.5 Creedmoor vs. 6.5 PRC

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2025/02/27

This week on the Hornady Podcast, it's the battle of the cartridges - the 6.5 Creedmoor vs the 6.5 PRC. Both cartridges are widely popular for hunting and shooting sports and while they share some similarities, each cartridge has it's own unique characteristics. Seth, Preston, and Ryan dive into the specifics that may lead you into choosing one over the other. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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30:44

Ep. 169 - Hornady Rifle Builds | Monty's Ultimate...

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2025/02/20

On this episode, Seth is joined by Marketing Operations Manager, Monty DeBoer. The guys dive deep into another rifle build: Monty's custom 30-06. This rifle has been on numerous hunts around the world, and the guys inspect every component of the rifle and explain what makes it so special. We hope you enjoy the show!

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47:12

Ep. 168 - Consider THIS | Custom Chamber Reamers |

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2025/02/13

Wildcat Cartridge Series - Part 2. Seth, Ben, and Preston dive into custom reamers. The Wildcat cartridge up for discussion in this series is the 257 Roberts Ackley Improved. The guys discuss considerations for the reamer, including free bore length, diameter, shoulder angle, and other things to ponder if you’re going to take a dive into wildcat cartridges. We hope you enjoy the show!

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43:53

Ep. 167 - Barrel Cleaning Part 4: THAT's How You...

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2025/02/06

On this episode, Seth and Preston answer a popular viewer request; practice what you preach and show us how to clean a rifle barrel. The guys discuss and demonstrate the method they use to clean a dirty barrel. In this case, it is Preston's PRS rifle chambered in 6mm ARC with about 400 rounds fired. If you've been waiting to see how the guys personally clean a rifle, be sure to tune in!

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01:02:03

Ep. 166 - How To: True BC

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2025/01/30

On this episode of Quinlan's Corner, Seth is joined in the studio by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan, and Project Engineer, Miles Neville. The guys dive deep into what truing a BC actually is and the RIGHT way to true it. Spoiler alert, the best way to use a BC for long range shooting is to NOT use a BC at all. We hope you enjoy this educational episode on BC truing and using 4DOF and drag coefficient based solutions for your long range shots.

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46:27

Ep. 165 - Hornady Rifle Builds | 22 Creedmoor | 3...

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2025/01/23

On this episode, Seth, Preston, and Joe Thielen take an in-depth look at the 22 Creedmoor. We have three different rifle configurations on the table today, a show first! The guys walk through each of their personal 22 Creedmoor rifle builds, covering each component and why they were selected. If you like rifles… then this episode is for you! As Joe put it, “One is better than two and three is better than two.” We hope you enjoy this technical breakdown!

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55:31

Ep. 164 - It's Over...Now What?

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2025/01/16

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Matt Ritchie, Ryan Damman, and Miles Neville. Hunting and match season is over for the year. The guys gather to discuss some actionable items to ensure you're set up for success in the next season. Make the most of the offseason with these helpful tips. We hope you enjoy the show!

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44:11

Ep. 163 - How to Wildcat | PART 1 | Things to Consider

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2025/01/09

On this episode, Seth is joined by Preston Lentfer and Project Engineer, Ben Syring. The guys gather to discuss the beginning of what will become a series of podcasts showing the process to develop a wildcat cartridge and the building of the rifles for this wildcat. Join us as we outline the entire process, beginning with the design criteria for our new wildcat!

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01:22:29

Ep. 162 - Uncomfortable & (Maybe) Mind-Altering...

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2025/01/02

On this episode, Seth is joined by Jayden Quinlan, Miles Neville, and special guest Jeff Siewert. You read the title correctly, the guys dissect a host of uncomfortable and perhaps mind-altering ballistic and ballistic testing realities. Buckle in and enjoy this educational show that may have you squirming in your seat!

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39:52

Ep. 161 - Hornady Rifle Builds | Judd's Ruger...

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2024/12/26

On this episode, Seth, Judd, and Preston dive deep into a few of Judd's Ruger American rifles. The guys discuss all of the upgrades that were added to each rifle, as well as the optics, mounts, bipods, and slings they're equipped with. This episode demonstrates how to take a rifle fresh out of the box and truly make it your own through all of the different ways you are able to customize it. We hope you enjoy the show!

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01:10:55

Ep. 160 - Barrel Cleaning Part 3: WHAT THE DATA SAYS

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2024/12/19

On this episode, Seth is joined by Mr. Quinlan’s Corner himself, Hornady Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan. This is the episode we’ve all been waiting for! Barrel Cleaning PART THREE. The final of our three-part barrel cleaning series (maybe). The guys dive deep into Jayden’s data driven, methodical application to what you should expect for barrel cleaning interval. When should you clean your rifle barrel? How often? THIS is how cleaning interval affects barrel life. We hope you enjoy this

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46:56

Ep. 159 - Maximizing Muzzleloader Performance

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2024/12/12

On this episode, Seth is joined by Project Engineer, Ryan Damman and Preston Lentfer. The guys dive deep into how to maximize performance out of a muzzleloader. They discuss primers, powder, and bullet selection as well as detailed steps you can take with component selection that may be overlooked on a muzzleloader. If you desire to get the most out of your muzzleloader season, this podcast is for you!

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38:30

Ep. 158 - Hornady Rifle Builds | 22 ARC Thermal |

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2024/12/05

On this episode, we have another popular rifle setup! This time, Seth and Preston take an in-depth look at a 22 ARC gas gun with a thermal optic - the ultimate nighttime thermal rig. The guys walk through all of the different components on the rifle and why they were selected. They also dissect the application for the rifle and all of the benefits it gives the hunter. We hope you enjoy this technical breakdown!

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32:27

Ep. 157 - Rifle Cleaning for the Average Hunter

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2024/11/28

On this episode, Seth and Preston walk through the basics of rifle cleaning and the tools required to do it. This is NOT part 3 of the barrel cleaning series, but rather a look at cleaning for the low volume shooter. If you get your rifle out once or twice a year for rifle season, you may find this show super educational and informative.

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45:07

Ep. 156 - Hornady Rifle Builds | Seth's 7mm PRC |

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2024/11/21

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by fellow marketeer, Preston Lentfer. The guys tackle a topic from the request lines - Seth's 7mm PRC rifle build. They go over each component of the rifle and dive deep into the ballistic capabilities of the system. They wrap up the conversation by discussing the weight of the rifle and trigger pull weight. We hope you enjoy this technical episode!

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01:04:24

Ep. 155 - Ballistician Q&A + Gain Twist Barrel Talk

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2024/11/14

On this episode, Seth and Jayden sit down with Author and Engineer, Jeff Siewert. Prior to this episode, we announced Jeff was going to be on an upcoming episode and you, the fans had several questions for him! The guys answer your questions in detail and they also dive into gain twist barrel research. We hope you enjoy this super technical episode!

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01:05:00

Ep. 154 - How Far is TOO Far?

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2024/11/07

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Joe Thielen, Preston Lentfer, and everyone’s favorite ballistician, Jayden Quinlan. The guys discuss the topic of hunting at extended ranges. How far is too far, and how do you know your maximum range? The first rule is: if you can get closer, get closer. This show gives the listener ideas for practice, expectation, impact velocity and many other factors that will influence how far really is too far. We hope you learn from this educational and

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35:43

Ep. 153 - Hornady Rifle Builds | The ULTIMATE 280...

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2024/10/31

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen. The guys dissect Joe’s personally built 280 Ackley hunting rifle. The thought process of each component selection is covered. We think you’ll enjoy this technical episode that details a purpose built rifle in one of P.O. Ackley’s most famous cartridges.

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