The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Episode 271:End of the Roadtrip Back from our epic road trip across the United States. Ending in Tennesse at Treadproof we had a great group of shooters. They are making improvements as we speak and the target package was nice. Tons of small steel plates scattered across the range. Overall we had a kick-ass group of students, they took instruction well, we had great after-hour parties wherever we went. So thanks to everyone for making it a memorable trip. One learnin...
Aug 27, 2020•48 min•Ep. 272
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Berger No BS BC Part 8 Reloading Welcome to Part 8 of the Berger No BS BC Series, Reloading for Long Range Shooting Part 2. We continue the conversation with Bryan and Emil in regards to reloading for long range shooting. In this episode we talk: Determining your powder charge Seating Depth Mindset for the Reloader Sample size and considerations This is another great episode full of knowledge bombs for the long range shooter. We really appreciate Emil and Bryan for t...
Aug 21, 2020•56 min•Ep. 271
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Ted Hoeger Interviews Marc & Frank We are in Iowa teaching a precision rifle class on our midwest tour, and Ted Hoeger creator of the Weaponized Math Cheat Sheets wanted to go James Lipton on us. We do a nice a insider Q&A with Ted, answering a variety of questions. I was a little horse from teaching and talking, something you all think I do a lot, but often gets me without my voice. I really think you'll think this episode. Ted digs deep and we give him some...
Aug 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 270
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Episode 269 Road Tripping Okay Everyday Sniper Listeners, Marc and Frank are on the Road driving to Dubuque Iowa for our next set of classes. We just left Minnesota after a short pit stop at JP Rifles. Happy Birthday Adam! We had a great class in MN with the guys at the Gopher Rifle and Revolver club, we more importantly we are answering your questions. You asked, we answered, and had a little fun with it as we drive the backroads. I think we have another fun podcast...
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 269
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Nebraska After Action, American Pie Edition Hello from the heartland everybody, Marc and Frank have taken the show on the road and we are coming at you from Imperial Nebraska. Home to JM Precision, and we just finished a class for Jake McDaniel. We out here on the road building marksman and giving you our lessons learned. We break it down just like you were in class. Topics: The Imperceivable Press Bipods Competition Scars Americana Great Students Awesome Hosts Sir M...
Aug 04, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 268
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Berger No BS BC Part 7, Reloading for Long Range This is Part One of Reloading for Long Range Shooting. This is another masterclass lesson on the Do's and Don't of precision reloading. In Part One we go over: Brass Prep Primers and details around Primer depth and methodology Reloading Equipment Dies and Primer Tools As I said, this is a multi-Listen event. If you have questions for part two be sure to head over to Sniper's Hide to ask it. Thanks again to Bryan and Em...
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 267
The Everyday Sniper Episode 265: Alaska in July Marc & Frank After finishing our July block of classes in Alaska, both a PR 1 & PR2, Marc and Frank sit down in Anchorage to discuss the lessons learned. We breakdown the lessons learned and what we take away from having several group students on the firing line. It's always a learning experience on both sides of the spotter when it comes to teaching a precision rifle class. Topics include: Rifle Cant Mirage Scope Tracking Tests S&B Exo...
Jul 21, 2020•55 min•Ep. 266
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Berger No BS BC w/ Bryan and Emil Part 6 Another Masterclass episode from the Berger No BS BC Series . Bryan and Emil answer some listener questions, Sectional Density Form Factor Custom / Experimental Bullets Berger Manufacturing Premium Materials and Consistency of design and manufacturing I really appreciate Berger, Bryan and Emil for doing this Podcast Series, the amount of information being transferred is second to none. Thanks for listening, thanks for sharing,...
Jul 15, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 265
The Everyday Sniper Podcast Episode 263 Bizzaro World Respect for the Departed We are truly living in Bizarre times so I am calling this Bizarro Episode, but more to the point it's out of Respect for Frank DeSomma and Robert Gradous Two icons in our industry passed away recently and I wanted to bring attention to it. These are two awesome individuals who have dedicated their lives to the Gun Community. So with that in mind I throw a couple of flashbacks about them in the podcast. So sorry to hav...
Jul 10, 2020•38 min•Ep. 264
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Berger No BS BC Part 5 The Wind Welcome to the Berger No BS BC-Series on the Everday Sniper Podcast. In this episode, I wanted to take advantage of having Bryan and Emil on the show by highlighting the wind. Emil is known for his wind reading skills so not digging deeper into this part of shooting would be a crime. We talk about the philosophies of reading the wind, what we look at, and what we are looking for. I think this is another master class episode of the seri...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 263
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Berger No BS BC Part 4: ELR with Bryan and Emil Part 4 of the Berger No BS BC Series , this episode we talk ELR shooting or Extreme Long Range Considerations. There is a lot more that goes into a shot and the bullet design when it comes to ELR Shooting. Bryan and Emil discuss the highs and lows of this discipline. Applied Ballistics Bullet Design 416 vs 375 thoughts Mental Application to Shooting This is really another master class on ballistics and shooting from Bry...
Jun 29, 2020•53 min•Ep. 262
The Everyday Sniper Episode 260: Sniper's Hide Cup AAR Back from the Sniper's Hide Cup in Colville Washington. Breaking down some lessons learned and giving you my observations from the field. Talking Stages, Targets and how to Adjust for a more interesting package Competitors I spoke with Mindset Family It's all part of it, the experience of attending a match and helping new shooters. The juniors, the first time competitors, and how you work with them. A slight commentary on the politics of the...
Jun 23, 2020•47 min•Ep. 261
The Everyday Sniper Episode 259 Marc & Frank Alaska After Action Marc and I have a nice detailed discussion regarding the first block of Precision Rifle Classes in Alaska. These lessons learned will help the shooter understand what we see, how we address it, and what the student can do to better prepare. We talk about the scope tracking test we conducted, review the results. We address the questions posted from the previous episode. The class of shooters has definitely changed over time and ...
Jun 16, 2020•48 min•Ep. 260
The Everyday Sniper Episode 258: AK Ramblings with Marc & Frank We are out of lockdown up in Alaska teaching the Precision Rifle Classes with Marc Taylor. Sort of a shotgun approach talking about the lessons learned from the two classes we just finished up. Their mistakes are your training opportunities. We try to pass along these knowledge bombs as we see them, and what we did to correct them. The was part of the feedback we got, people have taken classes from others, and they feel our hand...
Jun 11, 2020•51 min•Ep. 259
The Everyday Sniper: Berger No BS BC with Bryan Litz & Emil Praslick Part 3 Part 3 of the Berger No BS BC Campaign this is combined with articles posted on the Berger Website. Stop by to see their new products and articles from Bryan. In this episode, Bryan talks about the effects of a BC at both long and short ranges in terms of accuracy. We look at Precision in terms of group size and accuracy based on the location of the group center. So with this in mind, listen to Bryan break this down....
May 28, 2020•52 min•Ep. 258
The Everyday Sniper Episode: 256 The Ever Sexy Chris Roberts Masterclass interview with Chris Roberts, former Army Sniper Instructor, and current SME for the sniping class. Chris and I have a great conversation on the direction and mindset of the current military programs. Lots of people wonder what goes into the military thinking when choosing products and systems for snipers. Here we have access to an inside voice. A multi-listen episode for sure. Thanks for listening, sharing and don't forget...
May 25, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 257
The Everyday Sniper Episode 255: John Nores Hidden War Author This was a great interview, and slightly outside the EDS box. John is an awesome interview, this is definitely a must-hear. John wrote the Hidden War, and his bio is: Since 1992, Lt. John Nores Jr. has served as a game warden with the California Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). There he co-developed the Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) and Delta Team, the CDFW’s first comprehensive wilderness spec ops tactical and sniper unit, aimed...
May 21, 2020•59 min•Ep. 256
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Episode 254 Chris Wiencke Applied Ballistics Training Div Chris developed a passion for long-range shooting and hunting from a young age. He previously served with the Australian Army, and has seen operational service in Afghanistan. Chris developed his skills and expertise over a number of years, having instructed and managed numerous sniper courses. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Management (Learning) and uses the extensive skills, knowledge, and professional exper...
May 18, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 255
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Bryan Litz & Emil Praslick Berger No BS BC Part 2 Here we bring you part of the Berger No BS BC Episodes featuring Bryan Litz and Emil Praslick. In this episode, we talk about the Long Range Hybrid Bullets from Berger. As well we get into an extended discussion on stability and twist rates. What goes into stabilizing a bullet and how does twist rate affect this process. Bryan and Emil breakdown several philosophies in this area, super great conversion takes place...
May 14, 2020•57 min•Ep. 254
The Everyday Sniper Podcast: Paul Philips ELR Shooter and Discussion 3-time world champion (team USA) An 11-time national champion (team Sinclair) 3-time king of 2 miles (team AB/GPG) 47 Nra national records All-time points leader for the king of 2 mile Team GPG 3.4 and 4-mile exhibition shots Lots of ELR Discussion with Paul as he breaks down the changes over time with ELR Shooting and ELR Competition. Hope you all enjoy the discussion. Don't forget to comment, share and pass this around. Thank...
May 10, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 253
The Everyday Sniper Episode 251: Mike and Frank Talk for a long time Mike and Frank back together again, with a wide-ranging fun conversation about everything. We go off on a few tangents which are always good. These conversations let us explore other topics of interest. Breaking it down, Accuracy International Rifles Barrels Gear Adjustments Range Days Fun long episode as I decided to take it past the hour. Thanks for listening, sharing and being a part of the Everyday Sniper Podcast If you hav...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 252
The Everday Sniper Podcast: Bryan Litz & Emil Praslick Berger No BS BC Part 1 Welcome to the Berger No BS BC Campaign feature Bryan Litz & Emil Praslick. At Berger, we are obsessed with the science of ballistics. Consumers share our obsession, yet repeatedly latch-on to each new projectile touting the highest Ballistic Coefficient (BC) and its claims of “best-in-class” accuracy. What should we believe? Follow our Berger No BS-BC campaign and learn more about Ballistic Coefficients, the i...
May 01, 2020•58 min•Ep. 251
The Everyday Sniper Episode 249: Heavy Bullet vs Light Practical Application In this episode, I have two main topics for discussion. Heavy bullets vs Light bullets and Mils vs Moa article on the new Sniper's Hide. This week I was able to go out and shoot two loads from the same source, one using a 140gr ELDM and the other using a 130gr Prime Load. Both loaded by Spark Ammunition. I had great conditions to compare the two loads, one, the heavy 140gr going 2650fps vs the 130gr going 2835. This sho...
Apr 28, 2020•47 min•Ep. 250
The Everyday Sniper Episode 248 Pajama Pandemic Hour 1460 of the Pajama Pandemic, in this episode we hit on a few minor topics, the 10% difference. I say 10% because that is usually the variation between the topics I am discussing. We focus on precision and accuracy so 10% matters to me. If I said I could increase your performance by 10% you'd probably take it without any hesitation. When it comes to different reticles these small variations in design will have a pretty big, if not immediately n...
Apr 21, 2020•56 min•Ep. 249
The Everyday Sniper Episode 247: Everyday Jeremy Going in a different direction with this podcast. A long time Sniper's Hide member Jeremy reached out to me and asked, would I entertain doing an episode with an Average Joe? Of course, and Jeremy has a background in Law Enforcement, has been to training, and shoots competitively in his local area. He is a listener of the podcast and member of the Hide Forum. It's about context, it's about putting things in perspective and how we manage success. I...
Apr 16, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 248
The Everyday Sniper Episode 246 Robb Manning Robb Manning is the current Editor of Gun World magazine. Robb Manning grew up in a rural community in southern Wisconsin. Despite growing up in a non-hunting household, Robb gained an interest in hunting through school friends, his uncle, and his fervor for reading hunting magazines. Upon graduating High School, he enlisted in the US Marine Corps, where he served for over 10 years (1990-2000). During this time, he developed a passion and knowledge fo...
Apr 10, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 247
The Everyday Sniper Episode 245: Frank Green of Bartlein Barrels An often-repeated question I was getting in the Podbean App has focused on Barrel contours. I was gonna answer this question several times and get into the heat and weight discussion but decided to reach out to Bartlein Barrels and ask Frank Green to come on the podcast. I think this entry episode with Frank is a master class on discussing the various pro and cons of barrel features and options. Frank breaks down the concepts in an...
Apr 05, 2020•59 min•Ep. 246
The Everyday Sniper Episode 244: Jeff Huber Zero Compromise Optics Interview In this episode I am talking with Jeff Huber from Zero Compromise Optics. We discuss the history and background behind this excellent optic. Jeff comes from several Tier One scope companies and that experience has helped him to create the company Zero Compromise. There are some really great nuggets of information this interview. If you are interested in how scopes get designed and how certain features come into play, Je...
Apr 02, 2020•57 min•Ep. 245
The Everyday Sniper Episode 243: Rifle Set up as part of the Fundamentals & Gaming Not nearly the smoking and joking as some previous podcast episodes. We dig into a couple of topics as related to the fundamentals and then from a question off the Podbean App I was asking about gaming a stage or match. In the first part, I read from a great Sniper's Hide Forum topic on features that help with accuracy. But change that topic into one of rifle setup. Rifle setup is the key feature for this. How...
Mar 31, 2020•56 min•Ep. 244
The Everyday Sniper Episode 242 Unscripted Corona Containment v1 Where are with with your coronavirus containment, bored, entertained, looking for something to do. Listen to Mike and Frank breakdown their stream of consciousness when it comes to being on lockdown, Not a whole lot of knowledge bombs, but some funny stories, entertaining thoughts to get you through the day. Sprinkles of shooting mixed in with a heavy dose of chuckles. What are you watching on Netflix, where can you go, if you can ...
Mar 28, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 243
