The Silvercore Podcast explores the mindset and skills that build capable people. Host Travis Bader speaks with hunters, adventurers, soldiers, athletes, craftsmen, and founders about competence, integrity, and the pursuit of mastery, in the wild and in daily life. Hit follow and step into conversations that sharpen your edge.
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Even though his role as Sonny was fiction, AJ Buckley gained a front-row seat into the world of Navy SEALs, their discipline, mindset, and brotherhood. Real Fake Seal is where AJ takes those lessons and brings them into real conversations. From Hollywood to high-stakes business, fatherhood to fitness, and everything in between, every episode explores what it means to approach life with a SEAL mindset, authentic, disciplined, and unfiltered.
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The Horrible People Podcast goes beyond the stereotypes to uncover the true stories and personalities of these individuals, showcasing their humanity and the many facets that make them who they are. In each weekly interview, Jenn sits down with guests to explore how they have been ”othered” or misrepresented because of their beliefs, culture, race, religion, and more. Through these conversations, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of a community often misunderstood and misrepresented ...
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The purpose of Shootin' the Breeze is for me to share my unique basketball experiences and perspectives while also sharing those of my guests. My entire senior season at Oakland University I did not attempt one 2 point field goal and I took a whole lot of 3’s 257 of them as a matter of fact. I have always prided myself in being a great shooter and Shootin' the Breeze gives me a platform to discuss shooting with my guests. I hope to give my listeners insight into the minds of various people I ...
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Ep. 175: The Explosives Expert Who Refuses to Live a Small Life
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1:09:04Matt Barnett grew up dreaming about explosives. At fourteen he blew up his hand, looked death in the face, and kept going. Today he is one of the most fascinating figures in the world of high explosives, working with everything from avalanche control to government agencies and major media productions. This conversation goes far beyond blowing thing…
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Grayson Russell on Faith, Family & Hollywood | RFS#14
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1:20:49Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Grayson Russell takes it from the Listening Room in Pigeon Forge “redneck Disneyland” by Dollywood to the moment a brutal, true line hit him in Walmart by the salmon. He shares the family truth his dad revealed, why his mom didn’t know, and how it became the song “Turned Out Good,” played for crowds from 100 to 3…
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Daniel Corbett's Full Story - The American Mercenary, Hell Week & Serbia Arrest | RFS#13
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1:14:08Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ AJ Buckley talks with Daniel Corbett SEAL Team Six operator and author of "The American Mercenary" about the future fight: a “gorilla squadron” operating in onesies and twosies, language-driven intel, and why full-scale assault elements are fading. Corbett breaks down Green Team’s unforgiving standard, shatters t…
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Doug Ellin Explains the Making of Entourage, Hollywood Pressure & Why He Moved to Nashville | RFS#12
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1:38:06Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Real Fake Seal is back as AJ Buckley sits down with Entourage creator Doug Ellin for a raw, no-BS ride. Doug jumps from New York roots to discovering Nashville is not a hick town, talking pickleball, fatherhood at 55, and the LA break-in caught on Ring that finally pushed him out of California. He cracks open doi…
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Ep. 174: Inside the CIA: A Case Officer’s Untold Stories
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1:25:33Doug Patteson spent years overseas as a CIA case officer recruiting assets, running operations, and navigating a world built on secrecy and human psychology. After leaving the agency, he brought that experience into Hollywood, advising major studios on how the intelligence world actually works. In this conversation, Doug opens up about the realitie…
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Doing It for Something Bigger: Ethan Benard’s Journey for His Future Family | RFS #11
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1:35:57Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ 26-year-old Ethan Benard went from 660 lbs to losing over 200 pounds, surviving intubation, beating food addiction, and rebuilding his life for something bigger—his future wife and kids. In this Real Fake Seal episode, Ethan shares his full journey: childhood struggles, gaming escape, Twitch growth, Valorant stre…
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Ryan “Darth” Bader – Bellator Double Champ, RIZIN Comeback & Filming The Smashing Machine | RFS #10
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1:27:10Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Ryan “Darth” Bader, UFC legend and Bellator double champ, sits down with AJ Buckley on Real Fake Seal to talk fighting, family, hunting, and the mental warfare of staying on top. From savage weekly wrestling weight cuts and insane gas tanks to walking away from the UFC and flatlining Fedor for double gold, nothin…
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Ep. 173: From the Alps to Africa: Photographer Florian Wagner on Wild Living, Helicopters, and the Meaning of Freedom
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1:13:55Florian Wagner has lived a life that most people only dream about. A helicopter pilot, paragliding instructor, and celebrated adventure photographer, his work has appeared in National Geographic, Playboy, and Leica campaigns. From crossing Australia on a motorcycle to photographing Spirit Bears in Canada and flying through the Okavango Delta, Flori…
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Sal Gonzalez Unbelievable Story of Survival, Music & Perseverance | RFS #9
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1:37:36Sal Gonzalez, a Marine Corps veteran who was severely wounded in Iraq in 2004, sits down with AJ Buckley on the Real Fake Seal podcast. From growing up in East LA as a Mexican-American musician chasing Ritchie Valens dreams Getting blown up just one year into service, and later stepping onto the America’s Got Talent stage with a performance that le…
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Josh Peck: Fame, Oppenheimer & The Fight to Stay Real | RFS #8
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1:07:47AJ Buckley sits down with actor, YouTuber, entrepreneur, and author Josh Peck for a raw, no-filter dive into growth you don’t see on camera. From child-star fame to rebuilding self-worth, and falling back in love with the craft, Josh opens up about finding peace, discipline, and purpose as a husband and father. They revisit the Justin Fortune boxin…
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Gary Sinise: The Role That Changed My Life | RFS #7
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1:28:20Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Gary Sinise joins AJ Buckley on the Real Fake Seal Podcast for an emotional 90-minute deep dive: from playing Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump to founding the Gary Sinise Foundation — raising more than Hope for veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. Hear untold stories from Steppenwolf Theatre’s basement begi…
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Ep. 172: He Sold His House to Follow His Dream: Jesse Reardon’s Fishin' With Dad Story
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16:59What happens when someone decides to stop dreaming and start doing? In this heartfelt episode, Travis reconnects with Jesse Reardon, former cameraman for Jim Shockey and now the creator of The Fishing With Dad Show. Jesse sold his house to follow his dream, traveling Canada with his son, learning from other anglers, and capturing the bond between f…
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Ghostfacers Reunion: AJ & Travis Spill EVERYTHING | RFS #6
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1:00:07Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ AJ Buckley & Travis Wester reunite on Real Fake Seal for the ultimate Ghostfacers deep dive! From audition chemistry to Comic-Con chaos, UK ooze disaster, Jared Padalecki lifting Travis like a baby, and the final episode director feud. Full episode, Patreon Q&A, behind-the-scenes secrets and improv madness, and a…
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Ep. 171: He Left Med School to Live Wild in Alaska | Rick Matney of Chrome Chasers
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1:02:58When Rick Matney walked away from a medical career to build Chrome Chasers with his wife Dori, he wasn’t chasing money, he was chasing meaning. From guiding in the Alaskan wilderness to cooking world-class meals from what he catches and forages, Rick lives a life that blends science, survival, and soul. In this episode, Travis Bader travels to Wran…
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Richard Speight on Band of Brothers, Fatherhood, and Acting | RFS #5
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1:32:14Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Join AJ Buckley on the Real Fake Seal podcast as he dives deep with actor Richard Speight, discussing his iconic role in Band of Brothers, the emotional journey of fatherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories from Hollywood. From Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg to heartfelt parenting moments, this episode is packed w…
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A Mentor of mine: Peter Lenkov’s Impact and the Industry | RFS #4
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1:11:23Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Join AJ Buckley on Real Fake Seal as he dives into the incredible career of Peter Lenkov, the screenwriter and showrunner behind Demolition Man, CSI: NY, Hawaii Five-0, Magnum P.I., and more! From his Montreal roots and early poetry to creating iconic characters like John McClane, Peter shares heartfelt stories o…
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Eddie Cahill & Carmine Giovinazzo On Untold CSI:NY Stories! | RFS #3
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Ep. 170: Inside the Norma Factory: How Swedish Precision Builds the World’s Most Trusted Ammunition
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Ex-JTF2 Sniper Dallas Alexander on Record-Breaking Shot, Music Journey & Warrior Spirit | RFS #2
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1:02:38Join host AJ Buckley on the Real Fake Seal podcast as he sits down with Dallas Alexander, a former Canadian JTF2 sniper who holds a record for one of the longest confirmed sniper shots in history. From growing up in rural Alberta to serving in Afghanistan and Iraq Dallas shares his incredible journey, including his transition from elite special ope…
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Welcome to Real Fake Seal - AJ Buckley's New Journey Begins | RFS #1
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6:36Welcome to Real Fake Seal! AJ Buckley kicks off his solo new journey podcast in Nashville, sharing his transition from SEAL Team to a bold new chapter. Overcoming self-doubt, AJ dives into his vision for authentic conversations on aliens, biohacking, faith, and finding common ground. With humor and heart, he invites you to join his life journey. Su…
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Ep. 169: How OnX Changed Hunting Forever with Dylan Dowson
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1:05:24He grew up in the wide-open country of eastern Montana, chasing elk bugles and learning the outdoors with his dad. Today, Dylan Dowson has spent over a decade with OnX Hunt, shaping how hunters connect with the land through technology and storytelling. In this episode, we dive into Dylan’s journey from small-town Montana to the forefront of digital…
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Ep. 168: Brotherhood, Resilience, and Firearms: David MacDonald Returns
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1:53:24David MacDonald’s story is one of survival, service, and strength. After surviving 47 broken bones from an IED blast in Afghanistan, he rebuilt his life, helped others with PTSD, and now manages Beretta Defense Technologies in Canada. In this powerful conversation, we explore: The legacy and future of Beretta and its global brands. The reality of f…
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Ep. 167: Ex-Soldier Turned Lawyer Exposes the Truth
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1:14:05Phillip Millar went from soldier to lawyer, and he’s never stopped fighting battles that matter. In this episode we get into the lessons he carried from military service into the courtroom, the cost of speaking out, and why telling the truth can make you a target. This is a raw, unfiltered look at courage, conviction, and the price of standing your…
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Ep. 166: The Trade Gap Is Killing Us - Here’s What No One’s Talking About
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1:17:52Zach Hanson was thriving in the world of AI and big tech...until the layoffs came. Two mortgages, a family to support, and no job in sight, he did what few with a white-collar background ever dare: he turned to trapping to survive. In this raw and timely conversation, Zach reveals how losing the comfort of corporate life reconnected him to skills t…
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Ep. 165: What Are You Really Chasing? Ron Spomer on Ego, Legacy, and the Soul of the Hunt
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1:19:01Ron Spomer has hunted wild terrain across six continents, tested elite gear, written thousands of articles, and shaped how generations think about the outdoors. But none of that explains the man behind the rifle. In this rare and deeply personal conversation, Travis Bader sits down with the legendary outdoorsman to ask what no one else does: What’s…
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Ep. 164: Why You’ll Freeze in a Crisis... and How to Stop It
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1:36:59What do elite performers, world-class cops, and Olympic athletes have in common? They train the mind as hard as the body. In this mind-expanding conversation, Travis Bader is joined by Jeff Johnsgaard, veteran police officer, Force Science Institute consultant, and founder of Training on Purpose by Design. Jeff has taught use-of-force and high-stak…
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Ep. 163: Banned in Canada: Why Suppressors Are Safer Than You Think
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1:17:53Canada bans suppressors. But in the U.S. and Europe, they’re considered essential safety tools. In this episode, Travis Bader sits down with Kyle Grob of KGM Technologies, a leading U.S. suppressor manufacturer, to dismantle the myths, politics, and science behind silencers. Kyle shares how suppressors became wrongly vilified, how health and safety…
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Ep. 162: JTF2 Secrets to Optimal Wellness: Mastering Longevity, Mindset & Peak Performance
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2:06:54Discover the elite insights of former JTF2 Operator, world-champion endurance athlete, and high-performance coach, Shaun Taylor. In this exclusive conversation, Shaun shares powerful lessons from decades of trial and error, guiding you on the path to superior sleep, effective stress management, optimal nutrition, hormonal optimization, and an unbre…
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Ep. 18 - Fur Trade: Myths vs. Reality - The THROWBACK w/ Doug Chiasson
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1:11:26In this episode of the Horrible People podcast, I chat with Doug Chiasson, the executive director of the Fur Institute of Canada. We discuss Doug's background, the realities of the seal hunt, and the misconceptions surrounding it. Doug explains the economic impact of the fur trade on rural communities and the importance of sustainable practices. We…
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Ep. 161: Beyond the Case: Leadership and Innovation with Nanuk’s Charles Benoit
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57:02What makes a product truly stand the test of time in a world of disposable everything? In this episode, Travis Bader flies to Montreal to go behind the scenes with Nanuk, a Canadian company building ultra-durable cases trusted by first responders, hunters, military, and outdoor professionals around the world. But this isn’t just a story about rugge…
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Ep. 160: Paragliding Near Death, Rebuilding Millions, and Chasing Steelhead
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1:03:58Malcolm Wood’s Relentless Quest for Life In this captivating episode of the Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader sits down with Malcolm Wood, a man who has built a life that straddles the worlds of high-stakes adventure and global impact. From producing award-winning environmental documentaries praised by David Attenborough to launching successful rest…
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Ep. 17 - Where It All Began - The THROWBACK w/ Travis Bader
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1:03:13This is how Horrible People Podcast began, and why it went in the direction it did. Travis Bader, owner of Silvercore Outdoors and host of the Silvercore Podcast, discusses his journey in the firearms and outdoors industry. He shares his motivation for starting the podcast, which was to bring positivity and change the narrative in the firearms comm…
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Ep. 16 - Listener Stories w/ Jenn McDonald
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44:25In this episode of the Horrible People podcast, we really dive into 'othering' through listener-submitted stories. We discuss the impact of political beliefs on personal relationships, particularly in the context of voting and community belonging. The conversation also delves into the challenges faced by hunters in the face of online hate and misun…
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Ep. 159: After the Election: What Now for Canada's Firearms Community?
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1:33:24After the dust settles from Canada’s federal election, what does it all mean for gun owners? In this episode of the Silvercore Podcast, I sit down with Daniel Fritter from Calibre Magazine to talk about why it’s not all doom and gloom. We dig into the missed opportunities, surprising shifts, and overlooked reasons for optimism. From navigating poli…
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