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The Modern Day Sniper Podcast is your ultimate source for insights and discussions on the sniper lifestyle, from active duty to life beyond the uniform. Hosted by Caylen Wojcik, join us as we explore the art and science of precision shooting, the mental and physical discipline required, and the ongoing journey of self-improvement and mastery. Caylen began his professional journey as a rifleman in the US Marine Corps, where he served as a Scout/Sniper and instructor. He trained Marines, soldi ...
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Bullets n Bourbon Podcast is a weekly podcast sharing lessons from practical shooting disciplines to increase the average Marine’s lethality through marksmanship. @mfgundlach was an infantry unit leader who served as the senior enlisted advisor to the Marine Corps Shooting Team. He competes in 3 Gun and The Tactical Games. @tankusthefrankus is a competitive punner with a practical shooting problem. He is currently attending Georgetown University for a MA in History as a part of the Marine Co ...
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"A Rifleman never stops learning, a Rifleman never stops teaching. A Rifleman continuously seeks ways to to protect the freedoms and liberties the Founding Fathers left us, to improve himself, his home, his family, his community, his state and his nation, everyday of his life. A Rifleman adapts, a Rifleman overcomes and a Rifleman persists. This is not just some fancy gilded rhetoric we throw around like popcorn and pennies. This is the code we live by here. There is nothing wrong, no matter ...
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Intergalactic Falling Steel Championship Part 2
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In this episode, Darin and Matt discuss the final preparations for their upcoming match, now just six weeks away, while addressing recent leadership changes. Darin explains the reasons behind these shifts, while Matt shares his approach to taking on a lead role with limited time, detailing how he quickly organized and added value to the event. The …
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In this episode, we speak to Sgt Shaun Muller about his most recent experience in Finland at the IPSC Rifle World Shoot.By mfgundlach
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Tim Parkhurst - Marine Scout Sniper Heritage Foundation
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In this episode of "Bullets n Bourbon," we delve into the history and mission of the Marine Scout Sniper Heritage Foundation. Tim Parkhurst a former Marine Scout Sniper shares his experiences, discussing his journey through Scout Sniper School and the roles that he found most fulfilling during his service. The conversation highlights the rich histo…
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Brandon Alvarez from Broken Arrow Training
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In this episode of "Bullets n Bourbon," Brandon Alvarez, a former Ranger Regiment member with a military background in Savannah and Fort Bragg, shares his journey from military service to becoming a Grand Master (GM) in multiple shooting disciplines, including Carry Optics and Open. Alvarez discusses his reasons for joining and eventually leaving t…
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In this episode of "Bullets n Bourbon," John Royer, a former NASCAR pit crewman turned competitive shooter and ammo manufacturer, shares insights from his unique career transition. He discusses the quirks from his pit crew days that have carried over into his daily life, and the similarities between visualizing a perfect pit stop and executing a fl…
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Scout/Snipers, Shenanigans, and the Marine Corps: Inside the Sniper's Perspective | MDS Podcast Ep 108
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On this episode of the podcast we invite Jeff “Skully” Escalderon and John Spurling to the show to discuss their perspective on their time serving in the Marine Corps as Scout/Snipers and as instructors. These guys hold nothing back on the podcast as they provide a candid and captivating look into the world of Marine Corps Scout Snipers. Through th…
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Col Howard Hall Career Retrospective
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In this episode, we interview Col Howard Hall, a distinguished advisor, innovator, and friend who recently retired after 30 years of service. Col Hall's leadership and guidance have been instrumental in driving change and mission accomplishment across the Marine Corps. He shares advice for newly promoted NCOs, SNCOs, and fresh lieutenants, highligh…
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Col Greg Jones Career Retrospective
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In an insightful interview with Col Greg Jones, recently retired Commanding Officer of Weapons Training Battalion, Marine Corps, key discussions included advice for various career stages, from newly promoted NCOs to fresh lieutenants, and characteristics of successful officer/SNCO collaborations. Col Jones reflected on pivotal duty stations and rel…
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Precision, Passion, and Personal Growth: Welcoming Aaron Martin to the Modern Day Sniper Podcast | MDS Podcast Ep 107
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In this episode of the Modern Day Sniper Podcast, Caylen Wojcik welcomes Aaron Martin, a new addition to the Modern Day Sniper and Modern Day Rifleman cadre. They discuss Aaron's background as a precision rifle instructor and former Marine, including his time in the Scout Sniper community. They also cover topics such as the importance of understand…
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Red Stitch Targets - Intergalactic Falling Steel Match
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In this episode of Bullets n Bourbon, hosts Matt Gundlach and Frank Gao are joined by Darin Morrel, owner of Red Stitch Targets and Match Director for the upcoming Intergalactic Falling Steel Championship at Shadow Hawk Defense. Darin shares his background, including his service in the Marine Corps, and discusses his journey into the steel target b…
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n this episode of Generation GWOT, Michael Phillips discusses his roles as a mentor with FourBlock and a member of American Corporate Partners, programs that aid service members transitioning out of the military by providing career guidance and networking opportunities. Phillips manages his time between these organizations and his own pursuits, emp…
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Harrison Vansky, a former Army member, discovered competitive shooting during his service and sees valuable lessons the military can learn from the sport, such as dynamic movement and quick decision-making. As a left-handed PCC shooter, he advocates for more balanced USPSA stage designs to ensure fairness. Achieving Grand Master status shifted his …
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Rafael Fuentes from the Army Reserve Shooting Team
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Rafael Fuentes, a seasoned shooter and reservist, reflects on his journey from active duty to the reserves, highlighting the benefits of transitioning into the reserves after active service. He shares insights gained from his experience in competitive shooting, including his recent successes and learning moments. Rafael discusses his role in the sh…
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Managing Fear with Tony Blauer | MDS Podcast Ep 106
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In this episode we welcome Tony Blauer of Blauer Tactical Training Systems. Tony Blauer explores the vital role of fear management in personal safety and self-defense, critiquing traditional training methods in favor of understanding the psychology and physiology of fear. He stresses self-awareness in navigating violent situations and discusses how…
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Debate Week Mil vs Moa: Mil wins, so there isnt a debate.
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I love debates but there really isnt one here. Mil wins. Wanna share why im wrong? email chris@riflekraft.comBy Chris Way
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NPA is probably the king of fundamentals hear our thoughts. Even though we both agreed it was vital we didnt end up saying much.. wonder why. what do you think?By Chris Way
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more fundamental chat. stabilityBy Chris Way
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chatting while driving and having fun with the topic. sight pictureBy Chris Way
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Sergeant Major Chris Singley on Hunting and Leadership
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In the latest episode of the Bullets n Bourbon Podcast, Chris Singley, the current SgtMaj of the Warfighting Lab, shares insights from his life and career. Originally from a small town, Chris discusses his journey into hunting, a passion he either grew up with. He details the extensive preparations required for significant hunts, like his upcoming …
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driving to Burris Dave and I decided to have some funBy Chris Way
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starting the week of fundamentals Aim Stability Breath Trigger Follow Through and more..By Chris Way
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Long Range Legend Carl Taylor | MDS Podcast Ep 105
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In this episode, Caylen sits down with Carl Taylor from In Motion Targets, an experienced figure in the precision rifle community. Join us as we dive into Carl’s background, his contributions to the sniper community, and his journey through the Guardian Long Range match in Colville, Washington. Carl is one of the pioneers in the precision rifle spo…
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Rob Hewins, known for his infectious positivity, shared insights into his journey in the shooting sports and martial arts. Despite his parents’ attempts to steer him towards football and basketball, Rob found a deep connection with the independence and personal challenge offered by individual sports. He emphasized the importance of having a competi…
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So at the Nightforce ELR match I realized that my kestrel game was yellow belt and needed to level up quick. Each stage I knocked off items and details that improved my score steadily through the day. One of the discoveries I made was a quirk with wind angle and shooting angle that made a difference if done right and caused elevation issues if not …
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Mastering Precision Rifle Shooting with Jacob Bynum | Modern Day Sniper Podcast Episode #104
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In this episode Caylen talks with the legendary Jacob Bynum from Rifles Only. Jacob is a true pioneer in the field of precision rifle shooting, and we are always excited to have him on the show because he brings us back to the pure fundamentals of marksmanship. In this episode, we dive into: The essential aspects of marksmanship fundamentals that a…
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Parallax can have you missing and scratching your head about why.By Chris Way
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Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition Revamp
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Stephen Corson identified several issues with the old MCMC format, including limited capacity, inconsistent quality of instruction, inefficient time use, and location constraints. Inspired by his own distance learning experience and the wealth of competitive shooting resources available online, he proposes overhauling MCMC to incorporate distance l…
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The week of errors continues with a focus more focused on teh shooter induced side of things. Hopefully it gives you something to think about. Send an email to chris@riflekraft.com if you have thoughts Thanks for listening.By Chris Way
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David Ankeny, a former Marine and current DELMARVA match director, shared his journey from military service to competitive shooting. He highlighted the resilience of Marine Corps culture and how USPSA helped him reconnect with a community post-service. Ankeny, praised for his stage designs at the 2023 VA State and 2024 DELMARVA matches, advised new…
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Trying to talk about gear issues and what I have seen. I think diagnosing gear issues can be overwhelming if you continue to shoot rounds and try to "test" by fire rather than thinking through what could cause the problem and look there before shooting. Its not always easy, but more often than not it requires less shooting thank you think. I kind o…
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its not you its me. wait! maybe it is you.
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This week I will be talking about poi issues, misses, and stuff as it relates to the shooter or the shooters gear. I think that we have a visceral reaction and tend to lean one way for the other - but with experience we learn to blend and troubleshoot. So lets identify then troubleshoot through the eyes of the "its me's" and the "its the equipments…
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The Marine Corps Championships presents a unique challenge due to its week-long format and diverse range of disciplines. Mental preparation for such an event differs significantly from condensed formats, requiring sustained focus and endurance. Between matches, adjustments and adaptations become essential, as competitors navigate various discipline…
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This episode is going to focus on the benefits and details I think are important in the context of paper at 100. riflekraft.comBy Chris Way
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Shooting Steel for long range practice, training, and preparation
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This episode I am going to talk about the merits of steel at distance. What I think shooting steel is good for and what to look / look out for. Use this along side the paper episode to think for yourself.. let me know what you thinkBy Chris Way
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This week were going to talk paper at 100 vs Steel at distance as a training tool. Yea theres lots to argue about and were not gonna argue at all! Listen, digest, and make your own takeaways - thats what life's all about.By Chris Way
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Jeremy Bryner, a versatile photographer, shares insights into his journey from diverse backgrounds to the world of race photography. Despite his non-traditional path, Bryner discusses his passion for photography and his adaptation to shooting races, drawing on his eclectic skill set. With an eye for the perfect shot, he navigates the gear-intensive…
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Talking about clipping into tripods and everything to do with that.. email chris@riflekraft.com hit me up at gunaroundthesun on IG hit me up on facebooger but ask questions, let me know what you think thanks for listeningBy Chris Way
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Were kicking off Tripod Week. This is an intro and general overview of thoughts and info. Next we will discuss Clipped in shooting. Check out our sponsors MileHighShooting SnipersHide and if you want to support directly please grab a supporter subscription at RifleKraft.comBy Chris Way
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quick chat about heavy for caliber bullets in 65 based on personal experience. this was quick, easy, because I like them and they shoot well.. My thoughts? try light, try heavy, and decide which is best based on your use case. At each end of the weight spectrum I found the best performance.By Chris Way
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Ellis Domenech, hailing from a military background, delves into his journey from armed services to the realm of competitive shooting. His venture into shooting disciplines led him to establish his own matches, cultivating a vibrant community reminiscent of early 3-gun days. Drawing parallels between music and marksmanship, Domenech reflects on the …
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"That's Debatable" episode 1 . 6.5 Creedmoor light fast bullets
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Im back and bringing in a new style. I am going to focus on a single area for a week and champion different perspective each episode. This means you can expect more than one episode a week and each on an aspect a larger weekly theme. Then you can take it for what its worth and make your own choices and decisions because im not going to tell you wha…
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From Junior Shooter to Female Contender: A Conversation with Brittany Long
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Brittany Long, a seasoned competitive shooter, shares insights into her journey and experiences in the shooting world on the Bullets n Bourbon podcast. Starting as a junior shooter, she reflects on the evolution of her approach to competition over the past decade. Brittany discusses handling pressure at a young age and navigating changes in her sho…
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In this episode, Frank and Matt sit down and discuss the matches they've shot to date in the 1st quarter of 2024 and the matches that they have coming up.By mfgundlach
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Dylan Kelley - Newest Addition to the Team
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Dylan Kelley, a tracker stationed at Pendleton and the newest addition to the MCST’s Pistol Team, discusses his journey into competitive shooting with the Bullets n Bourbon Podcast. Growing up playing various sports, Dylan found that his skills translated well into competitive shooting. While he misses aspects of being part of a team, he finds libe…
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Kenika Beck, known for his exceptional marksmanship skills, has forged a remarkable journey within practical shooting. Despite initial challenges in his interactions with competitive shooting, Kenita's perception of the sport has evolved positively over time. Transitioning from conventional training methods, he has honed his skills through two year…
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