Best Abita Podcasts (2024)

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Humbled by helice at Prairie Wildlife 58:22

1h ago58:22

58:22

The clay target shooting sports are generally very linear games. Targets leave the machine and, for the most part, follow a set trajectory to the ground. There are variations of course, trap introduces an oscillator or wobble, skeet has the shooter move to vary the angle and necessary lead, a chandel target in a round of sporting clays changes spee…

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NOLA TRASH TALK #470 04/06/2024 - Teedy Eclipse of the Heart 45:00

3d ago45:00

45:00

The glorious sunshine being blocked out by both the moon and the mayor.By Nola Trash Talk

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Best Double-Barrel Shotguns $1,000 - $3,000 59:32

11d ago59:32

59:32

Listener requested! An overdue sequel to the 'Best Shotguns

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NOLA TRASH TALK #469 03/30/2024 - Spring Cleaning For Easter Weekend. 45:00

10d ago45:00

45:00

What a collapsed bridge in Baltimore means for the people of Louisiana.By Nola Trash Talk

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John Rigby and Co. 34:57

26d ago34:57

34:57

Here are two things you might not know about the legendary shotgun and rifle maker John Rigby and Co. The company is actually older than the United States of America and originally hailed Dublin, Ireland. My guest today is Marc Newton. Marc has been the managing director for John Rigby since 2013. He graciously accepted an invitation to discuss the…

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NOLA TRASH TALK #468 03/16/2024 - Expelling the snakes from the emerald isle of Orleans 45:00

25d ago45:00

45:00

St. Patty's weekend means Tracy's ain't open and the Mayor is still gone.By Nola Trash Talk

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Flying with your shotgun 40:24

1M ago40:24

40:24

Getting away to hunt can be as easy as hitting the other side of your state, maybe a road trip or, flying to the other side of our country or beyond it’s borders. We are going to spend some time on this last version today. Experienced travelers develop special skills when they are frequently in and out of airports. I fly several times a year and ha…

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NOLA TRASH TALK #467 03/10/2024 - City of Yes (GTFO) 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

Terrorists strike again and Latoya still won't get out of the Pontalba.By Nola Trash Talk

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NOLA TRASH TALK #466 03/03/2024 - Eviction of a Kween 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

Goodbye Pontalba Apartment. Goodbye Michele Woodfork. Goodbye Joseph Kanter.By Nola Trash Talk

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NOLA TRASH TALK #465 02/25/2024 - The Electric Chair of Revenge 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

Crime bills and SNL hosts, the pendulum is starting to swing the other way.By Nola Trash Talk

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Shotgun Stories: AJ DeRosa 51:35

2M ago51:35

51:35

'What friends I have, what days I treasure most, what places I think about and smile… they are because shotguns are. Without them I would have been empty. They have made my life full.' -Gene Hill Shotguns are woven into almost every aspect of my life. They have connected me with some of my dearest friends, they offer a shared pastime of shooting an…

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NOLA TRASH TALK #464 02/17/2024 - Mardi Gras 2024 Post Mortem 45:00

2M ago45:00

45:00

We now begin the long healing process from gunshots and car accidents.By Nola Trash Talk

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Used shotgun buyers guide with Gregg Elliott and Phil Bourjaily 56:05

2M ago56:05

56:05

There is one question that I get asked more often than any other. Listeners want help or advice on buying used shotguns… Is it smart to buy a shotgun online? Is it safe to buy from an individual? What should I look for in determining a used shotgun's condition and what red flags should I be aware of? These are just a few of the general questions th…

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NOLA TRASH TALK #463 02/04/2024 - Mardi Gras Suds 'N Floods 45:00

2M ago45:00

45:00

This is the last we will speak of this Mardi Gras business until it's all over.By Nola Trash Talk

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NOLA TRASH TALK #462 01/28/2024 - Krewe Du Vieux In Revieux 44:41

2M ago44:41

44:41

Something definitely lacking in the risky nature of KDV floats this year.By Nola Trash Talk

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NOLA TRASH TALK #461 01/21/2024 - King Cake Baby Blues 45:00

3M ago45:00

45:00

Break in at the police supply store and CBD shootings from stolen trucks.By Nola Trash Talk

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What's in my shooting bag? 31:00

3M ago31:00

31:00

In this episode, I lay out what gear I take for a day shooting. Two bags and a case filled with everything I need for a day shooting sporting clays, skeet, or maybe some new adventures trying out FITSC or helice. Making sure that I have everything I need ensures I have a good time and can stay out as long as I am able. As is usually the case, seein…

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PART 2: High pheasants, flighted mallard and two magnificent 12g game guns! 38:48

4M ago38:48

38:48

Part 2 of our full review of the annual Christmas Grand Battue shoot at Green Acres Sportsman's Club in Roberts, Illinois. Join us as Shoot Captain, Keith Coyle walks us through the full 'Christmas Grand Battue' experience - from breakfast and high pheasant shooting to flighted mallard and the 5-course gala dinner. As we take part in this epic shoo…

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PART 1: High pheasants, flighted mallard and two magnificent 12g game guns! 45:14

4M ago45:14

45:14

Do you dream of one day shooting high, driven pheasants in England or someday experiencing a European-flighted mallard shoot? While these experiences wait on your bucket list I want to tell you about an amazing shoot that you participate in right here in the States. Green Acres Sportsman's Club in Roberts, Illinois offers a full menu of authentic B…

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Glorious Guns: Best Scottish Shotguns with J-P Daeschler 43:33

5M ago43:33

43:33

Many argue that there are Scottish shotguns that bested the London guns in innovation, matched them in quality and were produced in far fewer numbers - making them, in my mind truly special. In this episode my guest, J-P Daeschler discusses the legendary John Dickson and Son Round Action shotgun along with other noteworthy models from MacNaughton a…

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Hunting trips, bird camp and micro-conservation with Joe Schwenke 52:26

5M ago52:26

52:26

I live in a part of the US with much opportunity to wing-shoot close to home - I usually have to travel to hunt. This being the case - my hunting is usually done in multi-day blocks. Besides the logistics and added cost, I have to say that I do love getting away on a hunting trip. Exploring new towns, comparing fields and covers from one year to th…

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Dr. Frankenstein's Shotgun with Jonny Carter, Part 2 30:30

6M ago30:30

30:30

In part two of this series, Jonny Carter of TGS Outdoors and I will finish stitching together our versions of Dr. Frankenstein's shotgun. Engraving, stock, forend, forend iron, wood characteristics, recoil pads, and even the cases we will tote these creations in. Support the showBy Ryan Doughty

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Dr. Frankenstein's Shotgun with Jonny Carter, Part 1 40:42

6M ago40:42

40:42

Dr. Frankenstein’s monster was stitched together components that formed a man. What if we could do the same and cobble together the components of a shotgun? Would the end result be greater than the sum of its individual parts - or would the sight of it scare children and civilized shotgun enthusiasts? Now, we all know that with regards to shotguns,…

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Why walnut for shotgun stocks + what was the Browning 'salt wood' fiasco? 39:24

6M ago39:24

39:24

Have you ever wondered why we don’t see more variety in the type of wood found on shotgun stocks? With over 200 species of hardwoods alone - why is walnut so prevalent? In this two-part episode, we will first hear from Dan Ziegler, owner of Luxus Walnut. Dan breaks down why walnut is the predominant choice for shotgun (and rifle) stocks, and what t…

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Et al. 2023 44:00

7M ago44:00

44:00

Something a little different in this new episode. While building content, I often have interviews and topics that don’t need a full 30-40 minute dedicated episode. I have decided to take these ‘shorts’ and pool them together plus offer you an update on what is in the works with the A Break in the Action podcast. Gamebird taxidermy with Meadow Kouff…

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Best Quail Gun: A panel discussion with Reid Bryant, Durrell Smith and Charlie Jordan 56:40

8M ago56:40

56:40

Quail hunting in the US is filled with tradition. A symphony of sights, sounds, and sensations that has a special way of connecting today’s hunters with those of the past. How does shotgun selection fit into the discussion on quail hunting? I have invited a few familiar names to join this panel discussion. Reid Bryant, Durrell Smith, and Charlie Jo…

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28 gauge: Magic or Myth? 40:55

8M ago40:55

40:55

For the single shotgun or single gauge hunter - is the 28g. or the 20g. the superior choice? Shotgun and shotshell manufacturers and shotgun columnists have been boasting some pretty impressive claims about the 28g. Are they realistic or is this just a way to encourage you to look over the new 28g shotguns they are selling? I am joined today by Gre…

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A glimpse at The Golden Age of Shotgunning / Vintage Gunners Cup 2023 29:13

9M ago29:13

29:13

Whether mentioned by name or inferred, this podcast often refers to "The Golden Age of Shotgunning". This period generally encompasses the late 19th century to the mid-20th century, with its peak occurring between the later 1800s to the 1920s. During this time, significant advancements were made in shotgun design and manufacturing capabilities, and…

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Westley Richards: The pioneer of your modern shotgun. 23:59

9M ago23:59

23:59

The Westley Richards company managed to do what very few gunmakers outside of London were able to do - catch and keep the eye of the privileged, money is no object shooting elite during the Golden Age of Shotgunning. What is the history of this gunmaker and why were their developments game changing and still relevant to most if not all of the shotg…

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A tribute to The Shotgun Journal with Marty Fischer 25:06

9M ago25:06

25:06

In the late 1990's, I had only just discovered shotguns, wing-shooting, and clay targets. Not growing up around guns or hunting I was anxious to dive deep into this new hobby. There were a few periodicals that I got excited about but there wasn’t anything for me that I looked forward to more than new episodes of The Shotgun Journal. Hosts, Bruce Sc…

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Best Grouse Gun: A panel discussion with Nick Larson, Gregg Elliott, Meadow Kouffeld and Rich Wong. 39:17

9M ago39:17

39:17

Grouse hunting isn’t easy. It can require covering a lot of ground while pushing through thick cover. When a hunter finds that he or she is lucky enough to be presented with a shot it is often through a tangle of limbs and leaves. So what then makes a good choice for a grouse-hunting shotgun? I am joined by four serious grouse hunters, Meadow Kouff…

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CSMC G1 shotgun review plus a weekend shooting at The Omni Homestead Resort 33:32

10M ago33:32

33:32

Let me introduce you to The Omni Homestead Resort, a luxurious and idyllic retreat that has been charming guests for over two centuries. The moment you arrive, you're struck by the stunning beauty of the surroundings - rolling hills, verdant gardens, and pristine forests that stretch as far as the eye can see. The resort itself is a masterpiece of …

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Shooting Tweeds 43:39

11M ago43:39

43:39

Does tweed still have a place in modern shooting and hunting? We get into the history of tweed, its adoption into field wear, and whether it is still a practical choice today. Support the showBy ABITA

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Reuniting pairs of shotguns 37:42

3y ago37:42

37:42

We are talking pairs, trios and even quartets today as it refers to shotguns. My guests Adam Morton and Ashley Shaw discuss their site, matchedpairs.com. If you have ever handled or owned a gun proudly displaying a gold inlayed number indicating it was built as one of a set of two, three or possibly even four perfectly matched guns - you have inevi…

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Best Double-Barreled Shotguns 19:52

3y ago19:52

19:52

Buyers guide for the best double-barreled shotguns that can be bought for less than $1,000. In this episode, I will tell about the mistakes that I made buying my first double and give my suggestions for those looking for high quality and reliable pre-owned over & under or side by side shotguns. Support the show…

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Are 'British shotguns better than American shotguns'? 41:23

3y ago41:23

41:23

Jonny Carter hosts the TGS Outdoors channel on Youtube. A few weeks ago he uploaded a video simply titled ‘British guns are better than American guns’ and with that - Pandora’s Box was opened! Today I am joined by the now infamous Jonny Carter and Gregg Elliott of Dogs and Doubles to discuss some of the pointsl that the Youtube video may have left …

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Bird hunting with a .410 29:44

3y ago29:44

29:44

My guest today is Charlie Jordan. Over a decade ago, Charlie committed to using a .410 bore in the field as often as he is able. In this episode we'll learn about the smallest of the shotshells and hear about his journey, the creation of his brand 'Missing Sucks' and catch up with an old friend. Support the show…

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An anthology of Orvis branded shotguns with Greg Carpiniello 29:59

4y ago29:59

29:59

America's best sporting outfitters have had a long tradition of branding quality shotguns by partnering with great manufacturers. You don't have to look long before you come across some high-quality doubles from iconic companies like Orvis, Abercrombie & Fitch, LL Bean, and others. Some of these great companies didn't stand the test of time, some h…

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Vintage shotguns with Gregg Elliott 35:45

4y ago35:45

35:45

We are talking about vintage double barrel shotguns today and my guest is Greg Elliott. Greg started dogsanddoubles.com, you've read his articles in many of your favorite shotgun magazines and he has been a guest on many of my favorite podcasts... Three decades of buying shotguns have given Greg a wealth of knowledge about how to buy, where to buy …

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Finished stock sets for Beretta O/U's from ColeGun.com 22:49

5y ago22:49

22:49

My Guest today is Kelly Field - among other things, she manages the wood department at Cole Gunsmithing. I’m sure you’ve heard of Rich Cole and Cole Gunsmithing, they are a full-service Beretta service department and dealer. In addition to selling and servicing Berettas - they sell finished Beretta wood sets for the 680 series… a quick visit to the…

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Hemingway's shotguns, an interview with 'Hemingway's Guns' author Silvio Calabi 26:46

5y ago26:46

26:46

Silvio Calabi has served as the editor in chief of both Shooting Sportsman and Fly Rod & Reel magazines. He has also written extensively on fine guns and shooting, hunting, fly-fishing, and sporting travel. While we could easily build a podcast around most of his writing - one piece in particular really stands out to me. Silvio co-authored the book…

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A look at British style shooting in the U.S. 29:19

5y ago29:19

29:19

Who doesn’t want to take part in a traditional British shoot. Whether it be mile high driven pheasants at Warter Priory or feathered missiles on a grouse moor in Scotland on the 'glorious twelfth'…. It makes no difference to me - either sits at the top of my bucket list… If you aren't familiar with this style of shooting, let me just summarize by s…

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Double Guns of Nashville, a store visit & conversation with Barry Rich 20:42

5y ago20:42

20:42

If you live near or are passing through Nashville, Tennessee - or just looking for an excuse to visit a great city - you owe it to yourself not to miss a stop at Double Guns of Nashville. Today I sit down with Barry Rich, co-founder of Double Guns of Nashville on the heels of a tour of his impressive store. From the walk-in vault room (with custom …

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A conversation with British shooting instructor, Keith Coyle. 36:33

5y ago36:33

36:33

My guest today is internationally known shooting instructor Keith Coyle. Keith is the last living direct coaching descendant of Britain's great Robert Churchill and as instructed both royalty and internationally successful shooters. If this doesn’t mean anything to you - let me just say that it is a BIG DEAL. Robert Churchill is known as the father…

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Ragin' Bull From Bolero Snort 1:07:57

7+ y ago1:07:57

1:07:57

The boys are back, discussing the new Star Trek film, the new Star Wars trailer, and AL and Ryan talk about their trip to San Diego Comic Con, all over a Ragin' Bull amber lager from Bolero Snort

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Regal Rye 1:16:45

8y ago1:16:45

1:16:45

This time it's part 2 of our two part BCBS podcast, this time drinking the Regal Rye and offering our thoughts on Star Wars and Hateful 8

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Bourbon County Stout/Barleywine 2015 58:27

8+ y ago58:27

58:27

On part one of our two part Bourbon County special, review the 2015 BC Stout and Barleywine while discussing the New Jersey music scene, Bruce Springsteen, and Marvel's Jessica Jones, Iron Fist, and the state of superhero TV shows

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Troegs Mad Elf 2014 vs. 2015 59:08

8+ y ago59:08

59:08

This week, we taste a 2 year vertical of Troegs Mad Elf, discuss Momento being remade, remakes vs. reboots, and what movies we would like to see re-made.

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Abita Bourbon Street Imperial Stout 47:04

8+ y ago47:04

47:04

Abita Bourbon Street Imperial Stout by

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Ommegang Rare Vos 1:08:22

8+ y ago1:08:22

1:08:22

This week we talk Marvel, Star Wars, and the idea of "Franchise Fatigue". We also take a look at the Hateful Eight trailer, a quick review of the newest Mission Impossible film, and discuss the new Star Wars Theme park. All while drinking a refreshing amber ale from Ommegang

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