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.

  • 23 minutes 16 seconds
    #10MinuteTalk | Forced Reset Triggers and Super Safeties — Toys or Tactical

    Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn talk forced reset triggers and super-safeties. Once installed, these things still require a single trigger pull per round sent downrange — but do it fast. With no firsthand experience, they chat through their functionality, merit, place in the shooting world and debate if they should give them a shot — more accurately, lots of shots. 

    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

    7 April 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    Ep. 440 | Copper Bullet Comparison — at 80,000 Frames Per Second

    The video is a wrap, but the discussion isn’t over. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn are back in the podcast studio breaking down their slow-motion copper bullet comparison. Listen as they deep-dive the results, provide opinions, and give final conclusions.

    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 April 2026, 11:00 am
  • 39 minutes 6 seconds
    #10MinuteTalk | OnX Maps — The Digital Mapping Difference Maker

    OnX Map’s Dylan Dowson navigates his way over to highlight new and useful features to make your hunt more successful start-to-finish. Pre-hunt scouting to in-field execution, OnX is an invaluable tool. Tune in for tips to amplify its capabilities.

    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

    31 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 41 minutes
    Ep. 439 | Harold Knight of Knight & Hale Game Calls

    Hunting legend and Knight & Hale’s very own, Harold Knight, is in the studio. We get the incredible history of this iconic brand, some great stories, and an inside look from the man himself. One of the first content-marketers in the hunting space, his passion for calling critters and the outdoors is palpable.

    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

    30 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 21 minutes 51 seconds
    #10MinuteTalk | Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership 2026 Update

    Joel Webster from the TRCP is back on for a quick chat covering current conservation-related issues, what we should be keeping our eyes out for, and how you can make a difference.

    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

    24 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 52 minutes 29 seconds
    Ep. 438 | Remi Warren’s Off-Season Archery Tips

    Enter the Vortex Dream Build Experience

    When it comes to hunting, Remi Warren is as good as it gets! Mark Boardman sits down with him to find out what a person can be doing in the off-season to make their archery hunts a success. Tune your bow and tune in for great archery tips you can take to the field.

    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

    23 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 17 minutes 4 seconds
    #10MinuteTalk | The Strike Eagle® 1-10x24 FFP ­— LPVO Sweet Spot

    Incredible performance, optics, versatility, durability, and new tech make the Strike Eagle® 1-10x24 FFP an absolute contender for any firearm built for speed and quick target acquisition with the need to engage targets at distance. Rob Morell from our product development team drops in to tell us about this awesome addition to the Strike Eagle® lineup.

    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

    17 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 51 minutes 35 seconds
    Ep. 437 | Rifling Rundown with Matt Pederson

    Matt Pederson from Pederson Precision drops by to put his spin on rifling. We cover the different types, their processes, and pros/cons of each. Will the newest method be the future? Only time will tell. 

    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

    16 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 19 minutes 10 seconds
    #10MinuteTalk | The 375 Wolford — Listener Wildcat

    This unique wildcat comes at us from listener Chasen Wolfford with a detailed letter, dimensional drawing, and a whole lot of “cool factor.” Listen as we cover the why behind his creation and what we think it’s capable of.

    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 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Ep. 436 | Mack Brothers in the House — Suppressor Sneak Peek and More

    Garret Caldwell and Tim Farrell from Mack Brothers drop by the studio to chat everything Mack Brothers — including sneak peeks at new products. Suppressors, actions, complete guns, history and more, this is a fun, in-depth interview with a couple great guys who know what they are talking about. 

    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

    9 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 13 minutes 13 seconds
    #10MinuteTalk | Vortex Dream Build Experience — Will it be You?

    Get the rundown on the Vortex Dream Build Experience. One person will be selected to work with Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn on their perfect build followed by a day of instruction with them and the Vortex Edge® crew. Find out how to get your name in the hat. Will it be you? There’s only one way 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 @vortexnationpodcast

    3 March 2026, 12:00 pm
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