Fresh off his induction into the ATA Hall of Fame, Tim Reed sits down with the Trap Talk crew live at the 2025 Grand American! 🎤🔥 Tim reflects on his shooting career, shares insights from years in the game, and talks about what this honor means to him.

If you love trapshooting history, inspiration from the best, and behind-the-scenes Grand American stories—you won’t want to miss this episode!

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Back by popular demand! Episode 137 of the Trap Talk Podcast is Part 2 of our Listener Questions series — where Zach and Ricky continue answering your best questions about the sport we all love.

🎯 Got a question for the next round? Hit us up at [email protected]

Thanks for listening — and we’ll see you on the line!

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In Episode 136 of the Trap Talk Podcast, Zach and Ricky dive into YOUR questions in the latest Listener Questions Part 1 episode!

This is one of our most interactive episodes yet — and Part 2 is coming soon!

📩 Want your question featured in a future episode? Send yours into [email protected]! 

🎧 Listen, learn, and share with your squad — only on Trap Talk.

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DAGEN J. VOIGTMAN is back on Trap Talk for episode 135! 🎯
Zach and Ricky catch up with Dagen to hear all about his incredible summer so far —big wins, straight scores, and what it takes to keep performing at the highest levels in trapshooting. 

🎥 Don’t miss this deep dive with the current ATA All American Open Team Captain and one of the sport’s brightest young stars.

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Zach and Ricky are back on Trap Talk to break down all the action from the Wisconsin and Iowa State Trapshooting Championships! 🇺🇸🎯
From big scores to standout performances and some hilarious moments along the way — they cover it all.

🎙️ Hear their thoughts on:
• The top shooters and surprise wins
• What made these shoots stand out
• Behind-the-scenes stories from both events
• A look ahead at what’s coming next on the trapshooting calendar

If you love trapshooting and want the inside scoop from two guys who live it, this episode is for you.

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Nicole “Nikki” Hood joins Ricky & Zach  for Episode 133 to share her love for the sport that’s shaped her life—trapshooting. 

Starting as a junior shooter in Pennsylvania, Nikki quickly developed a deep passion for the game and worked her way up to national competitions, state teams, and All-American honors.

Now preparing to shoot at the collegiate level with Jacksonville University, Nikki reflects on the early days with her local team, the milestones she’s hit along the way, and what keeps her driven to improve. This episode is a great look at the heart of a young athlete who truly loves the sport and represents the future of trapshooting.

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White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
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Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
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Headed to Sparta, Illinois for the 2025 Grand American? Whether it’s your first time or your 38th, this episode of Trap Talk is packed with helpful advice from veteran shooters Ricky Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini on how to prepare for the biggest trapshoot of the year!

We’re talking:
✅ What to pack (don’t forget your....)
📋 Why a checklist is a game-changer
🏕️ The advantages of staying on the grounds
🛠️ Planning for parts, gear, and the unexpected
🧠 The mental side of preparing for 2+ weeks of competition
🔥 And what it really takes to be ready for the grind of the Grand

If you’re heading to Sparta this August, watch this before you go!

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Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

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On this episode of Trap Talk, we’re joined by Aaron Willoughby, the General Manager of Elite Shotguns and lifelong trapshooter.

Aaron shares how it all started— from shooting in local Calcutta and Protector events in Clay City, Kentucky… to his dad handing him a BT-99!

Aaron’s roots in trapshooting and the family story behind it. Working the local club—loading machines, scoring, and learning the game from the ground up

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Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
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In this episode of Trap Talk recorded at the Ohio State Shoot, we kick things off with a great recap of the 149th Illinois State Shoot — the competition, the champions, and the energy on the line!

Plus a special chat with Matt from Trapshooting USA who stopped by while covering the Ohio State Shoot! 

📍 Episode Highlights:

Illinois State Shoot Recap
Ohio State Shoot updates from the grounds
Mini-interview with Matt from Trapshooting USA
Behind-the-scenes vibes from the Trap Talk team

👊 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay in the loop with all things Trap Talk!

#Trapshooting #TrapTalk #IllinoisStateShoot #OhioStateShoot #TrapshootingUSA #ShootingSports #ShotgunLife #LivePodcast #ata 


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- Winners shoot Wenig custom stocks! 

Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
https://www.project1nutrition.com/products/bullseye
Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments! 

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
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Fresh off his High Overall victory at the 2025 US Open, rising star Ian Lawrence sits down with Ricky & Zach to unpack a week he’ll never forget—and that the trap world won’t stop talking about!

Inside the Episode

• 📊 HOA Breakdown: how Ian stacked doubles, singles, and handicap wins for the overall crown
• 🧠 Mindset Under Pressure: his mental routine between posts and during marathon shoot-offs
• 🛠️ Gear & Loads: exact gun setup, chokes, and shell combo that carried him to the top
• 🏋️‍♂️ Training Blocks: volume vs. precision, dry-fire drills, and the practice schedule he swears by
• 🌟 Next Targets: Grand American goals, All-American points chase, and plans for 2026
• 😂 Rapid-Fire Fun: biggest blooper, good-luck ritual, and favorite post-win meal

👉 Drop your congrats or questions for Ian in the comments—he’s promised to reply!
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