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Vortex Nation Podcast

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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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Episodes

#10MinuteTalk - 6.5 WBY RPM: You Can’t Argue the Numbers

December 26, 2022 12:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

In classic Weatherby form, the 6.5 RPM is built for speed! That’s the only classic Weatherby thing about this cartridge. RPM stands for rebated precision magnum – a dramatic departure from their traditional offerings. Maximizing the efficiency of 6.5mm bullets, as well as the entire Mark V 6-lug action, should it be more popular? We think so! Tune in to hear all about this modern-cartridge marvel. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like cover...

Best Straight-Wall Cartridge? LISTENER SPECIAL! | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 7

December 23, 2022 01:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

It’s Meatball Madness just in time for the giving season on the latest episode of Spaghetti Shootout. Tune in as Mark and Ryan debate our favorite listener-submitted questions. Happy Holidays, Vortex Nation™. Keep your eyes peeled for a duel for all the marbles as we find out who’s quicker to the draw.  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

#10MinuteTalk - Bolt Throw Angle. Does It Matter?

December 20, 2022 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB

Bolt guns feature varying bolt-throw angles. Why? Are some better than others? What can it effect? Does a person need to factor it into their rifle purchase decision? Ryan Muckenhirn joins Mark Boardman to chat through the angle of the dangle in this convo on bolt throw.  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

Ep. 266 | Muzzle Brake Breakdown

December 19, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB

Muzzle Brakes are a diverse lot. Different lengths, port angles, port styles, port locations, materials and brands abound. But is adding a muzzle brake to your rifle right for you? And if so, what attributes make a particular muzzle brake the right one for you? Competitive shooter (amongst other things), Reuben Aleckson, brings a wealth of knowledge and visual aids to this podcast all about muzzle brakes.  As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd l...

#10MinuteTalk - Ballistic Calculator Basics

December 13, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

A huge component of executing precise long-range shots – sound ballistic data. Ryan Muckenhirn joins Mark Boardman to break down ballistic calculator basics. The good news is all you need are some baseline inputs. The math is done for you – thank goodness! 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

Ep. 265 | Brady Miller’s Giant Mule Deer Sufferfest

December 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Brady Miller will do whatever it takes to hunt big mule deer bucks. Couple that with his masochistic enjoyment of tough hunts that test his mind, body, and spirit to the limit, and you get a damn good story. Pull up to our virtual campfire as he recalls a dangerously tough hunt for his biggest buck. 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

#10MinuteTalk - Holiday Goose Recipes with Chad Belding

December 06, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

The Fowl Life’s, Chad Belding, lays down a couple holiday goose recipes to make your waterfowl mouth-watering. Impress your friends, eat good, and give yourself a reason to get back in the blind after the holiday dust settles. 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

Ep. 264 | Advanced Goose Tactics with The Fowl Life’s, Chad Belding

December 05, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

We get goosy with The Fowl Life’s, Chad Belding as he peppers us with advanced goose hunting tactics you can take to bank. Networking, scouting, calling, decoy spreads and more – Chad covers it all in this goostastic podcast you won’t want to miss.  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

#10MinuteTalk - Cleaning Your Bolt Gun for its Long Winter’s Nap

November 29, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

Corey Eliasson from Vortex Edge® drops by the podcast studio to drop a little knowledge on how to clean your bolt rifle after the closing bell of rifle season rings. There’s more than one way to skin the proverbial gun-cleaning cat, but Corey’s background and record of success give his methods some hard-earned street cred. Tune in and clean up your act with these helpful tips. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nati...

Ep. 263 | Mule Deer Madness — Hunt Story Ft. Ryan Lampers

November 28, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Ryan Lampers is one of the most respected big game hunters in the west. A byproduct of that — some damn good hunt stories. Listen to Ryan as he recounts this backcountry mule deer hunt with his cousin Joey Pyburn. Packed with adventure, grit, risk, and success, this was truly a hunt of epic proportions! 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

#10MinuteTalk - Ryan Muckenhirn’s Dream Shotgun

November 22, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

It’s no secret Ryan Muckenhirn has a fond appreciation for fine firearms and upland bird hunting. Budget and taste in many cases can find themselves at opposite ends of their respective spectrums. So, what is Ryan’s dream shotgun? Why? How long has he been enamored with it? Will he ever own it? Does he own it? Hit play to find out. 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 @vortexn...

Ep. 262 | World Record 4.4-mile (7,744 yard) Impact With Vortex® Razor® HD Gen III 6-36x56

November 21, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MB

Since the beginning of cartridge time, shooters have been enamored with extending the capabilities of their equipment and their ability. Sometimes going to extreme lengths. Scott Austin, Shepard Humphries, and team of passionate shooters planned and executed the 4.4-mile world record shot on September 13, 2022. Their motive – fun. Listen in and get the backstory on this impressive feat along with the unique equipment used to make it happen. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us k...

Best Wild Game Dish for Thanksgiving? | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 6

November 18, 2022 01:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

In this Thanksgiving-themed episode, the guys debate the best wild game dish to serve on Turkey Day, crossbows, and more. After Jimmy pops in with a serious Meatball and some wild turkey trivia, there’s only one question left to answer. Will Mark have something to be thankful for, or will Ryan go back to #Winning? Tune in to find out. 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 @vort...

#10MinuteTalk - Gun Hunt Like a Bowhunter With the DIY Sportsman

November 15, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

Garrett Prahl of DIY Sportsman shares bowhunting tips and strategies to help gun hunters fill their whitetail buck tag. From stand locations, to scouting, and more, Garrett has hard-earned incite into whitetail deer habits, behavior and what they do when the orange army hits the woods. 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

Ep. 261 | The Garand Thumb Story, His Experience With the XM-157 FC and a Whole Lot More

November 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Michael Jones (Garand Thumb) and his co-conspirator Micah Mayfield are in the Vortex® house for a super fun conversation all about Mike’s backstory, his front story, and tons of great stuff between. We learn about Mike’s military background, how he met Micah (If you’ve seen the movie “Serendipity”, it’s like that), the evolution of his content platforms, what’s on the horizon and more. We learn about Micah as well, how airsoft is cool and other stuff. Mike even touches on his firsthand impre...

#10(Not)MinuteTalk - Managing Hunting Pressure with Driven TV’s Pat Reeve

November 08, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MB

Driven TV’s Pat Reeve knows how to hunt big whitetail bucks. Listen to Pat as he gives tips and tricks to manage hunting pressure on your property. The goal - keep stands fresh and productive throughout the season. Is this titled a 10-minute talk? Yes. Will you be glad we let it go long? Yes.  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

Ep. 260 | Spartan Forge – Military Targeting Meets Deer Hunting

November 07, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 85.5 MB

Bill Thompson, the man behind the Spartan Forge predictive deer behavior/digital mapping app, pops in to explain how military targeting technology translates right over to hunting whitetails. We cover Bill’s more than interesting career, and of course, how it all relates to deer. 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

#10(Not)MinuteTalk - Whitetail Hunt Breakdowns from the Pros

November 01, 2022 11:00 - 2 hours - 115 MB

Listen and learn as top pros give detailed breakdowns of exciting hunts, dissecting the “why” that ultimately put them sitting behind some great bucks. This is a big buck information montage you won’t want to miss. “Tine” in or miss out on advice that could make the difference for you this fall. Check out the Breakdowns on YouTube. 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 @vortex...

Ep. 259 | Spooky Stories – Things That Go Bump in the Woods

October 31, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MB

The woods can be a spooky place. The same seclusion and isolation hunters seek to get away from it all, can be the same seclusion and isolation folks seek to hide illicit and suspect behavior – and things. Not to mention, the woods can just be plain creepy at night. The more time you spend in the woods hunting, the more likely and weirder the things you encounter. Listen in to these spooky stories from Lee Ellis at Seek One, Zach Ferenbaugh from The Hunting Public, and the crew at Vortex®…If...

The Best Deer Cartridge Is? | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 5

October 28, 2022 00:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

On this deer-themed episode, Ryan butts in on the validity of the Butt Out Tool, the guys debate the best deer cartridge, and surprise-trivia catches them off guard. Are Mark’s answers close enough to “scrape” out a win or does he once again leave the studio “rubbed” the wrong way? “Tine” in for the answer to this question and a whole lot 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 Insta...

#10MinuteTalk - Crafted Impact – Behind the Design with Lydia Smith

October 25, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Elk, art, and conservation. Lydia Smith recounts her epic, years-in-the making elk hunt, which became the inspiration for an artful piece encapsulating that last look after closings the tailgate on success. Proceeds from the sale of the associated limited-edition shirt go to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. This is a great story about taking an elk and ultimately working to ensure elk roam our wild places for years to come. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there ar...

Ep. 258 | Making a Living in the Mountains with Lydia Smith

October 24, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

Hunter, artist, horsewoman, guide, and all around bad-ass, Lydia Smith makes her living in the mountains. Young, motivated, and tough-as-nails, her story, ambition, and talents are impressive, inspiring, and downright interesting.  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

#10MinuteTalk - Rifle Covers - Cheap Insurance for Your Biggest Hunting Asset

October 18, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Rifle covers come in different shapes and sizes. One thing they have in common – they can save your hunt by keeping your optics free of moisture and debris as well as protecting the working parts of the firearm. We grab Paul Neess between hunts, to chat through some tried and true models, their features, and which one may be best for you. Full disclosure, Paul hasn’t been a rifle cover user. Does he change his mind? Tune in to find out. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know ...

Ep. 257 | NODS With Mike – All About Night Vision

October 17, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

Night vision is basically a superpower. It’s been instrumental in our warfighter’s success, adds a more than unique element to hunting hogs and predators at night where legal, and its cool-factor pegs out at off-the-charts. Fun fact: Night vision has been in development since WWII. That’s right, the greatest generation had a form of night vision. Hit play if you want to hear all about night vision from our very own night-vison guru, Mike Griffin, in this lights-out episode of, the Vortex Nat...

#10MinuteTalk - Red Dots on Bows

October 11, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

Aging eyes and issues seeing pins on a traditional bow sight might have you seeing red – in a good way. Tim Zelenka from “Adjustable Red Dot” discusses his unique mount, how it works, and how it can keep you shooting your vertical bow. 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

Ep. 256 | DI vs. Piston-Driven AR’s – What’s Better?

October 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

You might operate with your AR, but how does your AR operate? In this more than interesting podcast, we sit down with Tom Stewart from American Defense Manufacturing as he breaks down direct impingement and piston-driven systems, their differences and the pros and cons of each.  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

#10MinuteTalk - How to Shoot a Pistol with Jerry Miculek

October 04, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

The godfather of pistol shooting cocks back his knowledge hammer and fires off tips and techniques to make you a better, faster, and more efficient pistol shot. Put this expert information into practice for big results. 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

Ep. 255 | No Whitetail Spot? No Problem!

October 03, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 95.2 MB

Mark Boardman, Erik Barber, and Ryan Muckenhirn cover a ton of ground on how to find and hunt whitetail ground that may be right under your nose. You don’t need to own or have access to primo private to kill a deer. You just need a bit of know-how, good old-fashioned gumption, strategy, and a sense of adventure. We even try to convince Ryan to give it a shot this year. 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...

Puffy vest or nah? Dino-Sized Squirrels? | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 4

September 29, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Jimmy goes on a mute-button power trip, bearded Mark defends the puffy vest against tyranny, Ryan is so damn cool as usual, and certain people feel they are robbed of victory – again.  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

#10MinuteTalk - Ducks on a Budget – Minimal Investment, Big rewards

September 27, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

It doesn’t take a lot of bills to stack up some bills. Mark Boardman chats with outdoor addict Damon Zito and Ryan Muckenhirn about getting into duck hunting on a budget. Small spreads, minimal gear, and a little gumption can get you in the game – literally.  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

Ep. 254 | Live Q&A With GOHUNT’s Brady Miller

September 26, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

When it comes to big-game hunting, Brady Miller from GOHUNT is as fanatical as they get. In this live Q&A, you tap into his fountain of hunting knowledge for expert tips sure to help you be more successful in the field. Tune in and shoot straight! 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

#10MinuteTalk - Rifle Zero Distances. 50, 100, 200 yds. What’s Best?

September 20, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn zero in on zero distances, the why behind them, and what’s best. You might be surprised how much space you need to get the best zero possible. A precisely zeroed rifle that shoots well is a must for down-range performance. Tune in and make sure you are set up for success. 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

Ep. 253 | Off-Road Tires – What Do You Need?

September 19, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

Tires are to your hunt rig as good boots are to your feet. You aren’t getting anywhere without them. They can make or break your hunt. But what tires are best for your hunting applications? Are you being realistic with yourself as to how aggressive a tire you need? What are the pros and cons of available options? The Rubber meets the road in this podcast as tire enthusiast, Rob Morell sits down with Mark and Jim to talk all about tires. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know ...

#10MinuteTalk - Bow Sight Bubble Levels – Are They Important?

September 13, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MB

Why does your bow sight have a bubble level? Is checking your bubble part of your shot process? Tournament shooter Mike Tassoul from Vortex® walks us though his thoughts on the importance having a strong bubble-level game. 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

Ep. 252 | Delta Waterfowl - A Million Ducks, Predator Control, and Healthy Waterfowl

September 12, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MB

A surge in mesopredator populations is impacting waterfowl. Join Joel Brice from Delta Waterfowl to learn what this means for nest production and more. We also discuss drought reports and what they mean for habitat, and what hunters can do to ensure a healthy future for waterfowl. 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

#10MinuteTalk - Riflescope Levels. What’s Right for You?

September 06, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

Would you build your house without a level? Then maybe you shouldn’t shoot long range without one either. In this podcast we angle in on riflescope levels, different models, how they work, when to use them, how to use them and more. Truly a next-level listen. 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

Ep. 251 | The Zombie Deer – Hunt Story Ft. Remi Warren

September 05, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

The story is 1/3 of any hunt and lasts long after that last package of grind hits the frying pan. Remi Warren has thousands of them. Listen in as he recounts a more than interesting tale you hopefully never experience. 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

#10MinuteTalk - 5 Elk Sounds and What They Mean with Remi Warren

August 30, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

Professional elk guide (and a whole lot more), Remi Warren, talks elk talk. What primary sounds should a hunter know? What are you saying when you make them? How do you make them? More talk can mean more action. Learn the language from Remi and bring that elk within range for a shot!  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

Ep. 250 | Plate Carriers – Practical and Tactical. But Do You Need One?

August 29, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

Mark Boardman and Jimmy Hamilton grab longtime professional-plate-carrier connoisseur and Vortex Edge® Instructor, Chris Urrutia, to walk us through different styles of plate carriers, jobs they are best suited for, how he likes to kit them up, as well as his personal plate-carrier evolution. Do you need a plate carrier? Better question is, why wouldn’t you? 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 aski...

Does a Mark $h!t in the Woods? | Spaghetti Shootout Ep. 3

August 25, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

We know bears do, but what about your Spaghetti Shootout hosts? Does pink camo help recruit new female hunters? You’ll have to hear (and watch) the answers to believe them.  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

#10MinuteTalk - 5 Things Every Sheep Hunter Needs in Their Pack

August 23, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Who the heck hunts sheep every year – quite successfully we might add? TV host Greg McHale from Greg McHale’s Wild Yukon. Our neighbor to the north drops in to cover 5 things every sheep hunter needs in their kit? The good news, they are items perfect for nearly any mountain hunt.  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

Ep. 249 | Ryan Lampers Live Q&A – Your Hunt Questions Answered

August 22, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

Ryan Lampers is one of those dudes that finds success on big critters no matter the place, weather, tag etc. The scenario is irrelevant ­– the result the same. He’s simply got the experience and grit to come home with punched tags, full coolers and in general, animals that would qualify for senior citizen discounts. Now he’s answering your hunting questions just in time for season. Bears, bulls, bucks and more, Ryan covers it all in this information-packed podcast. Just make sure you have en...

#10MinuteTalk - The Velvet Rut

August 16, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Summer is a magical time of year (one of Vortex® Field Producer, and guest, Cooper Long’s favorites). Bucks are in bachelor groups hitting open agriculture fields with the consistency of a high-end watch. They are visible, they are beautiful, they are mystical – and in a few weeks, they’ll appear to be gone. Put your time in scouting now and you may score early – or have the confidence to hold out for “the big one” that doesn’t get away. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know...

Ep. 248 | Target Panic – Do You Have It?

August 15, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Dan Staton (ElkShape) sits down to talk target panic and how to deal with it, so you can be the best bow shot possible. But what is target panic? You might even have it and not know it. If you suffer from target panic, you’re not alone. It’s common, but you can overcome it. Listen in for tips on beating this nasty affliction. 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 @vortexnationp...

#10MinuteTalk - Drunk off .300 RUM

August 09, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Drunk on power or punch drunk from recoil, if more is better, the mighty .300 RUM is up there with the best. A big case, pushing large .30-caliber bullets at blazing speeds, make this one a staple for long-range, big-critter work. Is it practical for everyone? No. Is it the perfect fit for some? Yes. Do you need one? Maybe….Drink up and we’ll tell you all about it…Watch until end for the bonus surprise tree dedication.  As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any ...

Ep. 247 | Get to Know Your Hosts – Listener Questions

August 08, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MB

After more than 200 episodes, we thought it high time you get to know us. You asked your deepest, darkest, podcast-host questions and we answered them…You actually went pretty easy on us. Thanks! We love to hassle each other, so if it appears we’re fighting, well, we aren’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

#10MinuteTalk - Should You Run a Back Bar on Your Hunting Bow?

August 02, 2022 11:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

Mark Boardman and Erik Barber chat through Erik’s archery life before and after the back bar. Will a back bar make you a better bow shot, or are they another accessory for the bow shop to send you out the door with? I mean, why sell one when you can sell two? It’s no mystery why the word stable is built into the word stabilizer. A stable, steady hold is imperative for executing, accurate, precise, and confident shots. But how many do you need? Do you need a back bar? As always, we want to h...

Ep. 246 | Hunting Compound Bow Setup Basics

August 01, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 78.7 MB

There are seemingly as many philosophies on compound-bow setup as there are folks shooting them. Mark Boardman pulls archery nerd, Travis “Tinkerer” Jones, away from his desk at Vortex® to talk hunting-compound setup basics, things to consider, his personal thoughts on the subject, and 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

The Most Gimmicky Piece of Hunting Gear is… | Spaghetti Shootout Episode 2

July 28, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Mark and Ryan face off in episode 2 of Spaghetti Shootout as they debate the gimmickiest piece of hunting gear, whitetails against mule deer, and much 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

#10MinuteTalk - 3D Match Your Way to Better Bowhunting

July 26, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB

Shooting a 3D archery match will make you a better bowhunter. Mark and Dan Staton (ElkShape) talk about the positives. The targets look real, provide realistic shot angles, realistic animal position angles, no defined aiming point, and the pressure is on – from your buddies who are watching and the threat of your precious arrow clattering into the nether sphere… And it’s fun. So, listen in, nock up, and go shoot a 3D match near you. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if t...

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