Best Vortex Nation Podcasts (2025)

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#10MinuteTalk - Arrow Setup and Pre-Season Tuning with Erik Barber 42:07

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Meticulous, methodical, a stickler for consistency and precision, Erik Barber is serious about his hunting arrows. From component selection to tuning each complete arrow to perfection, he leaves no detail unturned. Tune in to hear what he’s using, why, and what he does to make each arrow hit behind the pin. As always, we want to hear your feedback!…

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Episode 264: Bell Canada 39:45

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1907. A new technology sparks national debates about public utilities, labour relations, and gender. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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Ep. 408 | Elk Hunting Tips with Argali’s Brad Brooks 1:03:33

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Argali’s Brad Brooks drops by to drop some hard-earned elk hunting and backcountry gear knowledge. Years of chasing and consistently harvesting bulls makes his voice a good one to listen to. Weave some of Brad’s elk hunting advice into your tactics tool kit and you just might get your Argali game bags dirty this fall. As always, we want to hear you…

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Episode 263: The Killing Winter 37:27

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1906-1907. A coal miner's strike in southern Alberta restricts the supply of fuel on the prairies, just as the region enters the coldest winter on record. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - Ranger® HD 3000 Laser Rangefinding Binocular — Your Two in One Solution 21:11

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Range with precision, minimize kit, save time, spot shots, and glass away — all with the Ranger® HD 3000 Laser Rangefinding Binocular. This 10x42 unit is a two-in-one solution for your observation and rangefinding needs. Tune in to hear all about its impressive features and why it may just be your next optic of choice. As always, we want to hear yo…

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Ep. 407 | Dan Johnson — Sportsmen’s Empire and Life-Related Rabbit Trails 1:35:26

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Dan Johnson from the Sportsmen’s Empire Podcast Network visits Vortex. He and Mark Boardman talk about the Sportsmen’s Empire platform, his personal podcasts, life, kids, time best spent, hunting and more. Tune in for a great conversation with a down-to-earth dude. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd …

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Episode 262: Another Railroad or Two 34:54

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1906. Hoping to encourage a national railroad to rival the Tory-aligned CPR, Liberal Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier gets more than he bargained for. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - The .264 Win Mag — Fast, Flat and Nearly Forgotten 26:40

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The high-velocity .264 Winchester Magnum built its reputation around flat-shooting performance and its ability to flatten game. Making its commercial debut in 1959, it was soon overshadowed but the 7mm Remington Magnum. Tune in as Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn talk about this incredibly capable yet nearly forgotten cartridge. As always, we want…

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Ep. 406 | Stocks Versus Chassis — What’s Your Pick? 1:20:42

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This round-table discussion takes place around a table loaded with a wide variety of rifle stocks and chassis. Models, features, total wight, and material composition abound. Mark Boardman, Ryan Muckenhirn and precision-rifle-shooter Mike Tassoul talk through what they like, where each is optimal, and what works best for them. As always, we want to…

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Peace voyage of the Great White Fleet? 55:21

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In the early 1900's the newly created steel vessels of the US navy set out on a voyage of good will to over 20 ports internationally. Some of the details and coinciding events are strange and suspect to say the least. In this Thread we look at Messina and the earthquake that destroyed the city around the same time as the Great White Fleet's visit t…

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Episode 261: A Temple of Energy 35:58

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1905. After more than thirty years of Liberal rule in Ontario, a new Conservative government makes a splash by re-writing the rules of the hydroelectricity industry. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - Backcountry Meal Taste Test — Know Before You Go! 38:19

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Food Selection in the backcountry can make or break your hunt. From simply having to choke down what should be a reward at the end of a hard day, to hunt-ruining gastrointestinal issues, it’s good practice to know before you go. Just trust us here! Mark Boardman, Ryan Muckenhirn and new-to-the podcast, Rylan Benson, bring their favorites to share. …

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Ep. 405 | Answering Your Questions 1:25:09

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You asked, we answered. Light-hearted to technical, the gang is back answering listener questions. There’s a little bit of everything in this buffet of banter. 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…

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New York's buried past (1891 cable road construction) 50:13

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Here we take a look at some construction photos of the cable driven tram line that only existed briefly in New York City, also a look at some mainstream early N.Y.C photos(interesting stuff!). On the conspiratorial side this could've been a cover to dig up and repair infrastructure that may have needed some repair or upkeep after some king of power…

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Episode 260: Cobalt 32:37

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1905. A railway construction boom couples with a global arms race to unlock the economic potential of northern Ontario's mineral deposits. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - Archery Releases for Bowhunting 48:34

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Selecting a release for compound bowhunting is a big decision. Styles and opinions abound. Mark Boardman, Ryan Muckenhirn, and one of the most consistent whitetail whackers we know, Erik Barber, team up to give their thoughts. 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…

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Ep. 404 | Advanced Antelope Tactics with Eastmans’ Hunting 1:09:35

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Ike Eastman and Brandon Mason from Wyoming-based Eastmans’ Hunting break down antelope tips and tactics that will have you breaking down your next big buck. On the surface, pursuing these critters may seem simple. That can be true, but when you dive into their biology, habitat, and unique behaviors, there’s more to antelope hunting than meets their…

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The Life of Tesla - Timeline 1:34:28

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In this episode I go through each major event in the timeline of Nikola Tesla. Keep in mind that this is the information as it is presented to us by more or less mainstream sources!

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Is Earth a giant mine and quarry? 1:24:24

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Alright everyone this episode is a relatively comprehensive look at the possibility of the Earth we know being a huge mine and quarry! In this episode I break down a ton of info on what mining is, what it looks like, some of the different processes involved and finally some photographic examples demonstrating why this could be the case! Here's some…

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Episode 259: Something for Nothing 32:00

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1905. Under pressure from prospectors, the Hudson's Bay Company, and Ojibwe and Cree groups, the federal and Ontario governments put aside their differences and negotiate a treaty for the lands north of Ontario. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.…

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#10MinuteTalk - Unlock Hidden Tikka Performance — Economical Aftermarket Upgrades 29:17

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Up the performance of your Tikka with aftermarket accessories that don’t break the bank. Small, inexpensive, easy to implement changes can yield big results and options from a wide swath of reputable manufacturers abound. Mark Boardman, Erik Barber and Ryan Muckenhirn talk through several to consider. As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let u…

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Ep. 403 | Flintlock Muzzleloader Hunting with Clay Hayes 50:02

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Take your muzzleloader hunting to the next level by taking a step back in time with a flintlock. Primitive weapon, hunting, and bushcraft expert, Clay Hayes, sits down with Mark Boardman to talk about flint-lock hunting. They cover what makes them fun, challenging, rewarding, specific hunts, and how they work. As always, we want to hear your feedba…

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Vimanas in the vedic text, UAP’s, and mercury vortex engines 1:31:54

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I take a dive into the vedas, looking at vimanas, as well as a breif history of these craft, and the relationship to the mercury vortex engine!

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Civil War advanced weaponry (machine guns) 1:16:42

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In this installment we dive back in to the civil war era in an effort to better understand what has really transpired to create our current paradigm. This is a look at more advanced weaponry of the Civil War period which was only one small part of the reset before last, these shifts take place constantly so its important to look at many aspects of …

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Teleportation ,Dark matter, and Cathedrals 1:32:51

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Diving into the idea of Teleportation, "mass effect" and its possible tie to old world antiquitech namely cathedrals. This is a deeper dig than the live I tried to do the other day so thanks for checking this vid out also even if you had tuned into the live there's much much more to be gained from this video, I dig into a report from the US Air For…

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Episode 258: Buffalo 41:46

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1905. Alberta and Saskatchewan join Canada as the eighth and ninth provinces, sparking a fresh round of contentious debates over minority rights, and the division of federal and provincial powers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.…

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#10MinuteTalk - Cool Guns with Ian Klemm — Double Rifle Made For a Prince 39:10

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Vortex’s Ian Klemm, the “King of Collectable Firearms,” drops in with one made for a Prince. Tune in to hear all about this petite double rifle and the sleuthing Ian did to learn its royal heritage. 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 Instagra…

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Ep. 402 | Defending Your Castle — Carbine, Shotgun, or Pistol? 1:00:49

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The drywall dust has settled. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn are back in the podcast studio analyzing their respective home defense firearm choices — and how they performed. Gel, drywall, and a move-and-shoot course made for an interesting test yielding interesting results. What are you selecting to defend your castle? This episode may help guid…

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Episode 257: Very Imperfect Knowledge 39:46

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1903. In the wake of the Alaska border dispute, Canada looks to strengthen its claims on the islands off its northern coast, in the Arctic Ocean. The only problem is, no one in Ottawa has any idea how many islands there are, or how far the archipelago reaches. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canad…

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#10MinuteTalk - Hunt Stories — The Snake and The Skunk 33:20

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Telling the story is 1/3 the hunt. Some stories are memorable for reasons outside of coming home with your quarry. Mark Boardman, Sawyer Briel, and Graham Cronin team up to tell a few funny ones. 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 @…

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Ep. 401 | Raw Horsepower — John Lazzeroni of Lazzeroni Arms Visits Vortex 1:51:39

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Long-range pioneer, innovator, rifle builder, and cartridge designer, John Lazzeroni, drops by to showcase his high-stepping, hard-hitting rifles. The guys shoot his new 7.82 Warbird 110 grain loading at more than 4,000 fps. and the 9.53 Saturn pushing a 300-grain projectile north of 3,000 fps. In-depth history and great stories from a guy who was …

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Episode 256: A Slap in the Face for Canada 33:23

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1903. Canada disputes American territorial claims in the Alaskan panhandle, in the hope/expectation that recent sacrifices in South Africa will ensure British diplomatic support. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - Hammer Bullets — Do They Hammer? 44:40

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Hammer Bullets are a proverbial new kid on the bullet block. But are they built to knock the blocks off big game? Lathe turned with incredible precision, they are uniquely engineered to expand rapidly, shed pedals, and have the shank continue through the animal. Their design subscribes to a terminal-performance philosophy departing from the monolit…

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Seven north american nations, earth chakras and the septentrionalis 32:41

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A little dive into some murky water here, when it comes to how things are written and said in this world it never ceases to amaze me the layered meaning that often comes to us in many many languages! something that has been bothering me in some of these old maps is the term "Septentrionalis" when referring to north america. One of many theories is …

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The ancient top 9, the 9 worthies, 9 orders of angels the council of 9 and the galactic federation. 1:00:00

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Here we look at the story of 9 driving persons or entities and the way it has evolved into current pop culture as the council of 9 and the law of one info channeled from Ra... Its important to be able to see how stories that are key for driving productivity and morals have been carried through time and used to make changes in our timelines! #the9 #…

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Ep. 400 | Left-Handed Shooter Considerations 1:02:21

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It’s unfair, but left-handed shooters are often left out, disregarded, and dismissed when it comes to products designed to accommodate their handedness. High-level competitive shooters and left-handers, Adam Maxwell and Ian Klemm swing by to give us the rundown on left-handed shooter considerations. Firearm features, special equipment, competitive …

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Episode 255: The Vortex of Militarism 31:51

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1902. In the aftermath of the Boer War, delegates from the settler Dominions gather in London to discuss the future of the Empire - only to find Canadian Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier and Colonial Secretary Joseph Chamberlain have very different interpretations of what that entails. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc…

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Episode 254: Lessons in South Africa 41:09

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1901-1902 Canadian soldiers find themselves in a Boer War that has turned into a brutally modern counter-insurgency. Meanwhile, a group of Canadian women volunteer to do their bit for the Empire by teaching South African children how to be good British subjects. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-can…

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Episode 253: As Others See Us 36:57

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Montreal's school system, delicately balanced between the city's Catholic and Protestant communities struggles to accommodate the arrival of Jewish migrants, who fit into neither category. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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Ep. 399 | Your Public Land is at Risk of Being Sold — MeatEater’s Ryan Callaghan Breaks It Down 46:24

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MeatEater’s Director of Conservation, Ryan Callaghan sits down to talk us through current legislation being considered that aims to sell off America’s public lands — and what you can do to make your voice heard. This is a non-partisan issue that impacts anybody who appreciates and enjoys our public lands in any capacity. If this legislation is acce…

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Episode 252: The Battle of the Fraser 45:44

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As the Fraser River fishery prepares for the largest salmon run in its history, tensions rise between its labour force of white, indigenous, and Japanese fishermen. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission Caught in Gross Misconduct 38:22

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Violations of open meetings laws, collusion with animal extremists on policy matters, exclusion of tribal co-managers when legally bound to consult, and more. Todd Adkins from Sportsmen’s Alliance joins Mark Boardman to tell us all about the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission’s gross misconduct — and what Sportsmen’s Alliance is doing to expos…

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Ep. 398 | Daniel Defense H9 — The New Do-All Pistol? 49:59

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In this twisty tale of two pistols, Vortex’s Adam Maxwell brings in the original Hudson H9 and the present-day Daniel Defense H9. The overall concept of blending desirable attributes of the beloved 1911 and today’s popular striker-fired pistols is the same, the pistols themselves are very different. We cover the saga, the features, and what it offe…

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Episode 251: The Foundation of Civilization 40:54

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The indigenous nations of the prairies attempt to reap the benefits of the western wheat boom, but find their work obstructed by interference from the Indian Department. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel

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#10MinuteTalk - Hunting Regulation Changes — In the News 33:51

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State fish and game agencies update their regulations every year. Some changes are bigger than others. Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn highlight a few sure to elate or infuriate. Tune in and stay in the know. 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…

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Ep. 397 | Hunting the UK — The Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed 1:38:03

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Hunting the UK is a world apart from hunting North America — which is exactly why you should add it to your hunting to-do list. 5 species of deer, culture, stunning landscapes, tradition, and history are just a few things that make this place special. Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision joins Mark Boardman to tell us all about it! Tune in only if yo…

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Episode 250: A Stalwart Peasant in a Sheepskin Coat 40:11

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The rise of the Canadian west attracts a new type of migrant-settler from continental Europe, establishing new communities in Canada - none more consequential than that of the Ukrainian-Canadians. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.…

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#10MinuteTalk - Single Shot Rifles — Economical to Extravagant 58:07

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Simple, utilitarian, elegant, romantic, inexpensive, exorbitantly priced — single shot rifles run the gamut. They also share undeniable commonalities. Ian Klemm and Ryan Muckenhirn drop by the studio to chat with Mark Boardman about single shot rifles, their charm, and where they sit in today’s rifle landscape. As always, we want to hear your feedb…

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Ep. 396 | The Quarter-Bore Revival 1:16:28

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Quarter-bores like the 25-06 have spent their lives in the shadows of more popular cartridges. Cult followings of folks in the know have kept them alive — barely. Was not reaching their full potential the reason they never got to sit at the cool kid’s table? Could spinning higher weight, higher BC bullets faster breathe new life into old classics —…

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Episode 249: The Invidious Distinction of Sex 44:41

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As a new century dawns, Canadian women establish political organizations pursuing goals from prohibition to suffrage; and spanning ideologies from radical anarchism to imperialism. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.By Greg Koabel