ATI set out to make the absolute best rifle scopes in the world and pulled out all the stops with their Tangent Theta line. Travis Bader chats with ATI’s VP of Sales about their company culture, passion for perfection and what it takes to make top shelf optics used the world over. ATI is the distributor of other fine products including Elcan, SAI Optics, Tenebraex and Xoptec. https://armament.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ArmamentTechnology/ https://www.instagram.com/armament_tech/ https://www.y...
Dec 06, 2022•2 hr 39 min•Ep 90•Transcript available on Metacast Travis Bader and Paul Ballard have a fireside chat in a hunting lodge, recounting the many lessons learned from past hunts in the remote Canadian wilderness. This episode is designed to be a primer for those who are interested in broadening their remote back country adventures and to act as a resource for everyone to ask questions and share their knowledge in the comments section. ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services -...
Nov 08, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Ep 89•Transcript available on Metacast Jennifer Gadbois is a registered Canadian lobbyist and managing director of the Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association (CSAAA). Travis and Jenn discuss the planned firearms prohibitions, handgun "freeze" and issues of importance to businesses and individuals alike. https://www.csaaa.org/ https://www.instagram.com/csaaa.official/ https://www.instagram.com/jenndvc/ ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https:...
Nov 05, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Casey Braam is a passionate hunter, angler, artist and conservationist. Travis and Casey discuss the meateater gnome shirt, Fenn's treasure, hunting in Haida Gwaii, bear hunting tactics and some deeper topics about life, death and what it means to "work for a living". https://www.instagram.com/cabraam https://www.instagram.com/caseybraammurals https://www.facebook.com/ArtByCaseyBraam/ https://www.artbycaseybraam.com/ ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.l...
Oct 25, 2022•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sachin Latti hit an all time low and knew he needed to make a change in his life. Going all in, he began running 100 km marathons to raise money for veterans and is now on track to run across Canada with the goal of breaking the world record in 2025! This is an inspirational story in the making which you can be a part of. Watch or listen to this episode, share it with others and follow Sachin on social media, his website and learn how you can be part of this amazing piece of Canadian history in ...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep 86•Transcript available on Metacast Shaun Taylor spent his time in the Canadian army as a sniper, pathfinder and in Canada’s elite special forces Joint Task Force 2 (JTF2). This is an inspirational episode, exploring what it takes to operate at the highest level and how to turn adversity and failure into wins. https://www.instagram.com/shauntaylors/ https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthwalks2022/ ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw...
Sep 13, 2022•2 hr 51 min•Ep 85•Transcript available on Metacast Travis Bader's long time friend Jason Budd returns to the Silvercore Podcast to discuss wilderness survival. Travis and Jase recount stories of past mishaps and lessons they have learned from them. Jase provides insight tempered with his experience as a professional soldier, fire fighter and mountain guide. Mentioned in this episode: https://caltopo.com https://www.gaiagps.com https://fatmap.com https://apps.apple.com/us/app/guide-pace/id797885946 https://rab.equipment/ca/superlite-shelter-4 htt...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Author and retired police Use of Force Expert Al Arsenault discusses what it takes to street proof your martial arts. Travis Bader speaks with Al Arsenault about his new book “Comprehensive Joint Locking Techniques for Law Enforcement” and what led Al to create it. If you are looking to add some highly useful and innovative tools to your arsenal, or you are seeking to street-proof your martial art, this book is for you. https://alarsenaultbooks.com https://policejudo.ca ______ Silvercore Club - ...
Jul 26, 2022•2 hr 46 min•Ep 83•Transcript available on Metacast Are firearms laws rooted in power struggles between the laureate elite and the working class? Does immigration shape firearm policy? Professor Emeritus Gary Mauser uses his background as a researcher, expertise in political marketing, passion for history and deep knowledge of firearms and firearms laws around the world to objectively look at the differences in Canadian and American gun culture. Gary has been published in the Harvard Journal of Law & Public Policy, Journal of Criminal Justice, Ca...
Jul 12, 2022•2 hr 51 min•Ep 82•Transcript available on Metacast For anyone who says they meat fish and don't practice catch and release, what do you do with your undersize or bycatch fish? Everyone who fishes will benefit from the science Dr. Andy Danylchuk shares on this podcast. How do fish breath? Net vs tail grab? How do you minimize the impact of handling a fish? What are the physiological indicators that a fish is ready to be released? How can everyone make an impact on future generations of fish? Understanding Andy’s work and how fish respond to being...
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep 81•Transcript available on Metacast Adam Haritan is a committed and passionate forager and naturalist who has made it his mission to help others deepen their connection with their natural environment. Adam is a humble and thoughtful leader and brings insight into how we can better interact with nature. This isn’t your typical foragers podcast. https://learnyourland.com https://www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcbf8wnyVJl631LAmAbo7nw ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - ...
Jun 14, 2022•59 min•Ep 80•Transcript available on Metacast Travis Bader and Dan Fritter, owner of Calibre Magazine, go deep into the current Canadian handgun ban and what you can do about it. This is a must listen for any firearms owner in Canada and contains equally important information for all firearms owners worldwide. If you have found value in this, please consider subscribing, sharing and encouraging others to subscribe. If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to Calibre Magazine for amazing Canadian Firearms Content, link below. Consider ...
Jun 02, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Travis Bader speaks candidly with two ex British Army soldiers about the importance of community, belonging and trust and how our connection with the natural world affects our wellbeing. Transitioning from military to civilian life presents challenges and learning lessons that everyone, regardless of their background, can find value in. Tune in for some hard learned lessons on mental resiliency, re-establishing purpose and dealing with adversity. I would encourage everyone to listen to this in i...
May 31, 2022•2 hr 53 min•Ep 78•Transcript available on Metacast This weeks podcast explores the romance and reality of hunting with horses. Aside from being an all around knowledgeable and entertaining guy, Rob Chipman also knows a thing or two about horses and hunting with them. ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 Blog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav Silve...
May 17, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Devastating bacterial transmission, -35 C° with no shelter and one mountain house meal for 5 men Award winning photographer and videographer and producer Do you know what bacteria has the potential of wiping out wild sheep populations and how it can be stopped? Would you spend the night in the freezing arctic, with no shelter and almost no food to track a wild bison? Are you interested in knowing how the pros utilize age old story telling techniques with modern technology to effect positive chan...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep 76•Transcript available on Metacast Increase your odds of being drawn, and of having a successful hunt by better understanding BC’s Limited Entry Hunting in this LEH masterclass. How do enhanced odds work? When will the LEH be announced or drawn? How do group hunts differ from shared hunts? When is a possession limit considered reset? How are draws determined What should you be considering before choosing your draw? And so much more… Travis Bader is joined by BC’s Data Licensing Unit Head Sarah McKinnon, and Policy and Regulation ...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ammo shortage? Common mistakes in the gun store? Gun “buy back”? I am joined again by Wanstalls co-owner and larger life than life social media personality, Matt Mendel and we discuss the current state of the industry. For those new to the Silvercore Podcast make sure to check out episode 59 where Matt lays out a roadmap for anyone wishing to thrive in any niche industry, but particularly that of firearms. https://wanstallsonline.com https://www.instagram.com/wanstalls/ ______ Silvercore Club - ...
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Brad Brooks is no stranger to backwoods adventures and he and Travis recount several exciting trips they had this last season. From Alaska, Yukon, and remote northern BC, to Hawaii and Greece there are plenty of fun stories and learning experiences shared in this podcast. Between juggling a family, his business and his need to be out in nature, Brad has also been able to create an amazing new line of backcountry gear ranging from game bags and knives to rugged lightweight tents. If you want to s...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep 73•Transcript available on Metacast This podcast is in response to recent regulatory changes which are being proposed in the Peace Region of 7B in BC. Ty from Wilderness Locals organized as many local podcast hosts as he could to speak on this matter. Oppose the regulations: https://apps.nrs.gov.bc.ca/ahte/content/close-peace-caribou-hunts-and-reduce-peace-moose-hunts-region-wide WSSBC: https://www.wildsheepsociety.com/actnow/ Howl for wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/bcpeace BCWF: https://bcwf.bc.ca/peace-region-hunting-...
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lucas Hoge is a #1 billboard charting country artist, star of the Sportsman Channels hit show Hoge Wild and all around really great guy. Travis and Lucas discuss what it takes to make it in Nashville, to be a star in your own hunting show and how to deal with the any negative distractions. Lucas is an extremely hard working and charitable man who is using his passion for music and the outdoors to fulfill his dreams and to bring all those around him up. Lucas has an infectious positivity and grou...
Mar 08, 2022•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Survival specialist David “Hutch” Hutchinson is a retired British RAF officer and combat survival instructor who has a passion for sharing what he has learned with others. If you would like to learn more about survival from Hutch, let us know in the comments and make sure to subscribe to the Silvercore newsletter at https://silvercore.ca ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https:...
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep 70•Transcript available on Metacast ILya Koshkin, AKA The Dark Lord of Optics, is an optical physicist who is extremely passionate about sharing his love and knowledge of all things optics in a straightforward and understandable way. With over 2 decades of experience in imaging, optoelectronics and electro-optics ILya works with a wide range of visible and infrared imaging systems, lasers, targeting payloads and weapon sights and has also dabbled in spectroradiometry and hyperspectral imaging. This is to say, ILya’s knowledge and ...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep 69•Transcript available on Metacast Maarten Van Ruitenburg is the CEO of MDT, makers of fine firearms parts and accessories and the inventor of the term "Legendarism". Every product MDT designs, creates and releases must be continually checked through a process of asking "is this product legendary". If the answer is no, it doesn't get released. Meet the man who has taken MDT to the next level by embracing his core values and creating a company culture which supports his co-workers to achieve their best. As an added bonus, Maarten ...
Jan 25, 2022•56 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast When you're lost in the Wild, and you're scared as a child, And Death looks you bang in the eye, And you're sore as a boil, it's according to Hoyle To cock your revolver and . . . die. But the Code of a Man says: "Fight all you can," And self-dissolution is barred. In hunger and woe, oh, it's easy to blow . . . It's the hell-served-for-breakfast that's hard. "You're sick of the game!" Well, now, that's a shame. You're young and you're brave and you're bright. "You've had a raw deal!" I know — bu...
Jan 11, 2022•2 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Professional journalist Nicolas Johnson knows first hand how the general media vilifies firearms and firearms owners. He also knows how to combat that negative narrative. If you own firearms, and wish to continue to own them in the future, you will want to listen to this podcast. This is the longest Silvercore Podcast to date and it is jam packed with valuable information on a multitude of topics important to hunters, anglers and firearms owners. https://thegunblog.ca ______ Learn More about Sil...
Dec 28, 2021•3 hr 47 min•Ep 66•Transcript available on Metacast Nick Chernoff is an expert in open source intelligence (OSINT) and regularly trains police and three letter government agencies around the world how to use OSINT and how to protect themselves. This is episode is a real eye opener and jam packed with valuable information for anyone wanting to protect themselves online. The techniques discussed here can save you from criminal activity or personal injury. Make sure to share this with your friends and loved ones. Some links referenced in this podcas...
Dec 14, 2021•2 hr 33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jay Jordan treats every child recovery case like the child is his own and will stop at nothing to find them. From daring cross border extractions to enlisting the Cypriot mafia, Jay is getting the job done where others are unable. https://pegasus-ops.com https://www.tiktok.com/@pegasusops https://www.instagram.com/pegasus_ops/ Order Jay's Book: https://steelcitypress.co.uk/product/angel-in-the-shadows-hardcover-limited-edition/ Learn More about Silvercore Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4...
Nov 30, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep 64•Transcript available on Metacast Travis chats with the host of The Hunting Dog Podcast, recurring guest on MeatEater, passionate upland game hunter, dog handler and all around cool guy, Ron Boehme. If you are interested in hunting with dogs, this podcast is for you. If you want to learn to train your dog like a pro, Ron has collaborated with Justin McGrail to create a fantastic online course. Make sure to check out Ron and his course at the links below or through any popular podcast provider. https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com ht...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ex. Special Forces Commando of SixSight.co recounts his gruelling special forces selection where all SAS (Special Air Service) and SBS (Special Boat Service) soldiers are separated from the rest of the potential applicants. Sonny has a wide array of knowledge and interests from bare knuckle boxing, high tech espionage and the use of alternative modalities to assist soldiers and others deal with trauma and mental health. https://www.sixsight.co https://www.instagram.com/sixsightco/ https://www.ti...
Nov 02, 2021•2 hr 47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nick Bicanic, producer of the award winning documentary Shadow Company, and Vice's War Against Boko Haram, lives his life on the cutting edge of innovation. Nick is a talented inventor and one of the founders of the revolutionary fighter pilot training company Red 6 which utilizes high fidelity / high speed / extreme low latency augmented reality. Shadow Company trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7P99jNe-stA Shadow Company full documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yCONEdFgWo The W...
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