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Come join Wade Chandler, founder of the Texas Predator Hunting Facebook Group and avid Predator Hunter as he explores topics relating to Hunting, Long Range Shooting, and the Outdoors with a wide array of guests from all walks of life. For the full Video Podcasts, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Page.
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The Empire Film Podcast is the official podcast of Empire, the world's biggest and best movie magazine. We bring you all the latest movie news and nonsense, as well as reviews of the week's new films, an assortment of irreverent, film-related chat and interviews with some of Hollywood's best and brightest. New episodes every Friday. For our famous deep dives into specific movies, subscribe to the Empire Spoiler Special Podcast at https://empire.supportingcast.fm/ Love TV? Subscribe to our si ...
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Join Wade for a full rundown of this year’s antelope adventure in Northwest Texas! Today’s quick episode wraps up our pronghorn season opener. a trip packed with memories, lessons, and laughs. Hear how a simple solo plan turned into a hunt full of glassing, gear tests, and unpredictable moments. From prepping a side-by-side to dial-in shooting with…
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Christmas on our mind as we enter December, and accordingly we deliver a sackful of great guests to you, our loyal and loving listeners. First off, Chris Hewitt goes to Taron Egerton's actual flat (smells divine... and the flat wasn't bad either) to sit down with him for a candid chat about his career,…
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Learn how to build deadly‑simple but highly effective gray fox stands using 12‑minute sequences, high‑pitch prey distress, and fox distress sounds that trigger aggressive responses. In this live‑recorded seminar, we walk through lipsqueaks, rodent squeaks, bird and rabbit sounds, volume control, and when to switch into gray fox distress to seal the…
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The new episode of The Shameless Plug is here, folks, and this month sees Chris Hewitt sit down with freshly-minted award winner, Empire editor Nick de Semlyen, to delve into one of the most special issues of Empire magazine in many a moon: our world exclusive first look at Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, for which Nick went on something of an ody…
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Daddy tags an antelope at 437 yards, and Wade follows it up from the roof of a side‑by‑side, turning this Texas trip into a masterclass on real‑world long‑range hunting. They break down pre‑hunt practice to 600+ yards, shooting through grass, and why a confident 400‑yard shot can be just as ethical as a 100‑yard chip shot.​ They also dives into Dad…
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down with two actors who star in animated movies (and ask them both about their favourite things to do in London). First, Simu Liu Zooms in to talk about new Netflix family flick, In Your Dreams, plus his own dreams, and the return of Shang-Chi to the MCU. [21:38 - 38:30 approx] Then, …
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Wade discusses the sudden removal of the podcast from YouTube after repeated strikes, the uncertainty of creating firearm and hunting content on major platforms, and the future of the show on Rumble and Spotify. Listeners get updates on where to find episodes, why some content may be lost, and how to connect for support. www.allymunitions.com…
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This episode brings a hands-on review of the new Vortex Razor Gen 3 4-24x44, offering real hunting feedback and technical insights. Wade details the show’s recent boot from YouTube, why content is shifting to Rumble and Spotify, and gives honest, no-nonsense opinions on scope performance, practical use, and market competition in the hunting optics …
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and James Dyer — play themselves as they discuss great 'as themselves' performances in the movies. They also run their collective eye over the week's movie news, including heartening Star Trek developments, review Train Dreams, Wicked: For Good, Playdate, and S…
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Looking to build your next 6MM ARC? This episode is for you! Please send all questions to [email protected] #texaspredatorhunting #allymunitions #podcast #outdoors Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allymunitions/ https://www.instagram.com/allyoutdoors/ https://www.instagram.com/wade.thejudge/ https://www.instagram.com/texaspred…
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Join Wade on the Woods and Water Podcast, as he dives deep into the best AR-15 cartridges for coyote hunting, shares insights on rifle builds, and discusses the latest in predator hunting gear and tactics. This episode is a must-listen for hunters looking to optimize their setups and learn from one of the industry’s leading voices. www.allymunition…
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast would surely deserve to get a full fat five points from Greg Davies, the Taskmaster himself, as Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and John Nugent apply themselves wholeheartedly (some more wholeheartedly than others, it must be said) to deciding which Taskmaster contestant has appeared in the best fil…
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Alpha is the third film from the brilliant French filmmaker, Julia Ducournau, following on from her titanic debut, Raw, and her raw follow-up, Titane (which won the Palme D'Or, no less!). A tale of an unusual epidemic and generational trauma, there's much going on above and below the surface, which we get into in this interview special, as Jamie Gr…
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Wade cuts through industry excuses on this episode, sharing why owning mistakes and quality control aren’t optional at Ally Munitions. Hear how every AR-15 barrel gets fully tested and why even big brands get rejected if they don’t measure up. If you care about real customer service and gear you can trust, this episode shows how it should be done. …
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Nicholas Hytner's The Choral, a delightful drama set in 1916 Yorkshire, is in cinemas now, folks. It features costumes designed by the legendary Jenny Beavan, who is one of the best costume designers in the business. Nominated for 12 Oscars, winner of three, Beavan has worked with directors like Robert Altman, James Ivory, and George Miller across …
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In Part Two, Jared Niblett dives deep into the practical side of long-range hunting and precision shooting. He discusses the ballistic performance of various bullet types, including detailed critiques and testing experiences with both traditional and monolithic bullets. Jared shares insights on custom rifle builds, emphasizing key components like a…
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Every year at the London Film Festival, Empire hosts a gala screening for a film that we particularly admire. This year's choice was Ronan Day-Lewis' Anemone, a drama that we called 'sad, absurdist, brooding, tender, and intense', and which marks the return to acting of the great Daniel Day-Lewis, father of Ronan and co-writer of the movie, after e…
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Blimey, this week's episode of the Empire Podcast is star-studded, and then some. First, Chris Hewitt chats with Die, My Love star, Jennifer Lawrence, and director Lynne Ramsay, about unpredictability on set and receiving an email from Martin Scorsese; then, he has a crash course in Yautja from Predator: Badlands stars Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatan…
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In this episode, Wade digs into a viewer Q&A from listener Cole M., who just picked up his first suppressor and AR build. The conversation goes deep into 95-grain SST handloads for the 6mm ARC. What to expect, how powders like Varget and Leverevolution stack up, and why burn rate charts matter more than hype. Wade also shares thoughts on clean vs d…
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Another month, another issue of Empire, another episode of The Shameless Plug. This time, Chris Hewitt and Nick de Semlyen sit down to talk about how Stranger Things ended up on the cover of the world's biggest movie magazine, and nearly did so upside down. And they also talk about less strange things, including the stories behind the stories of th…
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In this episode, Jared Niblett from the Long Range Hunting Group joins for a deep-dive into the controversies and realities of long range hunting. The crew breaks down common misconceptions about ethical shooting distances, the impact of cartridge and bullet choices, and why internet debates often get it wrong. With candid stories from the field, h…
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It's Halloween, folks, so this week's episode of the Empire Podcast is extra-spooky, with Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Beth Webb get way too invested in a listener question about the horror movie death that they would want for themselves. Just keep repeating: it's only a podcast, it's only a podcast, it's only a podcast. Elsewhere, o…
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Wade is back with a range report, testing the Masterpiece Arms .308 Winchester. A sturdy chassis rifle that’s winning over even the skeptics in the world of predator hunting. In this episode, Wade breaks down real-world test results with a lineup of hard-hitting ammo, including Sig Sauer Elite, Hornady Match, Federal Gold Medal Match, and custom Al…
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If you can hear a high-pitched squealing noise in the background of our latest interview special, that's just Chris Hewitt vibrating with excitement. For this podcast puts him in the room with one of his all-time heroes, Liverpool FC icon Kenny Dalglish, who is the eponymous subject of Asif Kapadia's latest documentary, which is out today (October …
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This episode welcomes Justin Rainey (VP of Sales, PWS and Lone Wolf Arms) and Jose Oñate (Sales Coordination, PWS/Lone Wolf Arms) for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of AR platforms, the design logic behind mod 1 vs. mod 2, and how PWS balances industry innovation with consumer confusion. The session covers:​ The history and technic…
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This week's Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt struggle with the enunciation of one word in particular (you'll have to listen to find out which). Incredibly, it's not 'Howl-o-ween', which is just one of the many things discussed by Chris and his three colleagues of such lethal cunning, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Ben Travis. They get their teeth in…
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Wade reports in on the CVA Cascade in .22-250 Remington. He tests four types of ammo from Hornady to Ally Munitions. Sharing group sizes and velocity results, and explains why “On the Bench” videos are moving from YouTube to Rumble. Tune in for rifle insights, ammo comparisons, and a discussion on what makes a true MOA rifle. www.allymunitions.com…
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In this episode, Wade sits down with Jimmy Bell from Kovix, a premium outdoor brand redefining the world of lightweight titanium silencers. Jimmy shares the Kovix story; from the company’s origins to its obsession with craftsmanship, precision, and doing things the right way. We dive into the evolution of suppressor technology, the meaning of quali…
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This week's Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara and James Dyer pay tribute to two cinematic greats who left us this week: the legendary Oscar-winning actress, Diane Keaton, and Drew Struzan, the artist who defined posters, and people's walls, for decades. Struzan's work inspires this week's question, which asks our trio to identify the g…
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A candid discussion about channel strikes, adapting to YouTube’s evolving content rules, and how we can safely navigate platform changes in 2025. There are no demonstrations, and no links to firearm sales. Just real talk about podcasting, gear, and keeping your channel safe and growing on YouTube. Subscribe for more updates and gear deep dives!…
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Wade dives into real-world cartridge talk: 338 ARC, 22 Creed, 6 ARC, and more. Sharing honest thoughts and Q&A from a live Instagram session. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/055rJxAY9EIbVue8ZYyzPR 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-texas-predator-hunting-podcast/id1620132105 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tph…
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Alex Godfrey display his versatility as an interviewer, going from utter chaos with Tron Ares stars Greta Lee & Jodie Turner-Smith [22:46 - 34:31 approx] and Gillian Anderson [1:33:01 - 1:43:53 approx] to a heartfelt and passionate chat with Robert Aramayo, star of this week's excellent drama, I Swear,…
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Wade breaks down what the new Live Seminars are all about: short, focused talks on topics like rifle setup, gear selection, hunting strategy, and more. He explains how they work, when they’ll happen, and how you can reserve your spot. Each seminar runs about 10–20 minutes and includes a focused discussion plus live Q&A. Seats are limited, and all d…
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In this month's Shameless Plug, the show in which Chris Hewitt sits down with Empire editor Nick de Semlyen to do a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire, Chris Hewitt sits down with Empire editor Nick de Semlyen to do a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire. Which, for the first time in our history, has a musical on the cover, Jon M. Chu's…
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Justin Tipping's Him is a Jordan Peele-produced horror film in which a young quarterback discovers the kind of sacrifices it takes to become the GOAT of American Football. That young quarterback is played by Tyriq Withers, who is taken under the wing of a legendary quarterback played by Marlon Wayans, and in this Empire Podcast interview special Ja…
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Paul Greengrass' The Lost Bus stars Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera as a bus driver and teacher, respectively, who have to navigate a deadly Californian wildfire while stuck on a school bus with a group of terrified children, very little water, and fire and flames closing in on all sides. Based on a true story (the 2018 Camp Fire is one of …
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This week's Empire Podcast sees us welcome another hat-trick of wonderful guests, as Chris Hewitt has lovely chats with The Smashing Machine writer-director (and Happy Gilmore 2 villain), Benny Safdie, [24:13 - 40:39 approx] and bona fide acting legend, Malcolm McDowell, star of new WWII drama, The Partisan (please excuse the sound quality of Chris…
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In this episode Wade breaks down why he thinks the AR-15 is the best deer-stand platform for Texas whitetail and hogs. We take on a common media clip, talk about myths from both anti-gun voices and traditionalists, and look at how cartridge and platform choice actually play out in the stand. allymunitions.com | Instagram @allyamunitions…
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Hunters are adopting more tactical optics than ever, but the terms can get confusing fast. Wade breaks down the differences between red dot sights, reflex optics, prism scopes, and holographic sights. Topics include: Why RDS (Red Dot Sight) is an all-encompassing term Reflex vs Prism design differences Holographic sights (EOTech, Vortex UH-1) and a…
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast is one of those jam-packed ones in which we specialise. Guest-wise, Chris Hewitt is blessed with the presence of our old chum, Brett Goldstein, who talks beards, bums, and baring his soul in new romantic drama, All Of You; [18:37 - 36:33 approx] and Chris also has a lovely chat with Emma Thompson as she ent…
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In this 12 Minute Talk, Wade gives a full range review of the Swarovski Z5i 2-10x42, a compact and lightweight optic that’s quickly becoming one of his favorites for 16-inch AR-15 setups. We cover: Why Swarovski may have accidentally built a perfect DMR/predator hunting scope Pros & cons of the Z5i (glass quality, weight, reticle, illumination, and…
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We’ve been tossing around LPVO/MPVO for years—so let’s finish the system and make it useful. In this episode I lay out a practical naming convention for tactical optics: PO – Pistol Optics (micro/open/closed-emitter pistol dots) NVO – Non-Variable Optics (rifle-rated red dots, holo, prisms, + optional magnifiers) LPVO – Low-Power Variable Optics (1…
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With Chris off on the fairway, taking his first proper holiday in approximately 20 years, its up to Helen O’Hara and James Dyer — the newly appointed Archbishop of Nerdbury — to hold down the fort, ably assisted by Empire news editor and former Pilot TV stalwart Beth Webb. Between the three of them, they do their level best not to refer to Cillian …
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Wade is back with another update on the Sons of Liberty Gun Works 6mm barrels. After trading two barrels for three, he now has five test barrels to work with. In this episode, he breaks down what’s been fixed, what still looks questionable, and his plans for gas port testing, erosion tracking, and headspace experiments. From polishing bores to cham…
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Planning a first safari, or your next one? Wade sits down with Jaco (NUMZAAN Safaris) to lay out a clear, candid guide to South African hunting: safety realities, choosing a reputable outfitter, full-trip budgeting (flights, day fees, trophy fees, shipping), predator calling by day and night, rifle/bullet setups, bringing or renting guns, and how h…
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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast might just go ahead, make your day, as Chris Hewitt (having recovered from a colleague-inflicted mischief) invites Helen O'Hara and James Dyer into the podbooth for a discussion of the best films directed by Clint Eastwood. Amazingly, The Rookie is given short shrift. Then, our intrepid trio take a look at …
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In this 12 Minute Talk, Wade shares his approach to deer stand and blind placement in West Texas. From finding travel corridors to using elevation and setting stands farther back from feeders, these strategies make deer more comfortable and increase your chances of seeing mature bucks. What’s covered in this episode: Travel corridors and bedding ar…
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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt sits down with Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, to shamelessly plug the new issue of Empire magazine — is back back back, folks, and comes with a lovely slice of Brisket. Not the meat, mind you, but Glen Powell's dog, who somehow wound up on Chris' lap during one of his forays to the set of Edgar W…
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