Mark Boardman tags in as host for Jimmy while he’s out on “personal business,” Ryan Muckenhirn is his usual collected self, and Cody Dummer from Vortex Edge® makes his debut in this exciting episode of Spaghetti Shootout. They debate the best movie gunfight of all time, the best cartridge that never took off, how a dog would most likely wear pants, and more. Tune in for a good time. 

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

Of German origin and common in Europe, the 8x57 Mauser isn’t a popular cartridge in the USA. Curiously though, it shares the same rim diameter/bolt face of our beloved 30-06, along with performance characteristics not too far off. Tune in to hear Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn talk through its history, multiple iterations, bore diameter(s) and more.

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

It’s lever time! Mark Boardman, Jimmy Hamilton, and Ryan Muckenhirn cock their repeaters for this podcast all about lever action rifles. They cover history, cultural significance, operating mechanism differences, Hollywood film influence, and more. If you didn’t want a lever gun before tuning into this podcast, you will now…Or maybe you’ll be inspired to blow the dust off a lever-action relic that’s laid dormant in the dark recesses of your safe and give it a spin. Either way, lever guns are just plain cool! 

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

In today’s digital, AI, electronically controlled world, there’s still room for doing things the old-fashioned way. Not for nostalgia’s sake, but because it flat out works. And in some cases, works better. A selection of open-reed and closed-reed calls on an easy-to-access lanyard (knowing when and how to use them) can be the difference maker on any coyote-calling set. We bring coyote hunting guru, Dustin Butler, back on to talk about the importance of hand calls and what makes them so great!

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

Mark Boardman buries his truck in the ditch and promptly grabs Jimmy Hamilton to tap into his recovery gear knowledge repertoire. They cover vehicle recovery philosophy, equipment, what you need, use cases, safety, and more. If you drive a car, tune in for some great information.

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

Flavorful, vibrant, and downright delicious meals don’t have to be overly complex or labor intensive. Gerard Masih is back to chat about a recipe sure to dazzle on Valentine’s Day. We also cover “cooking outside the box”, where a person can find the melting pot of spices common to Pakistani cuisine and more.

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

Gerard Masih is a first generation Pakistani American, hunter, father, and traditional Pakistani cooking enthusiast. His family migrated to America primarily due to religious persecution. In this podcast, we chat about his family’s journey to America, his hunting journey, his passion for traditional Pakistani cooking and more. 

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

.22 Long or 410 for small game? Trick question! The only choice you have to make with host Mark Boardman’s small-game-special – his vintage Savage Model 24 – is which barrel you select when it’s go-time. This unique combination gun features .22 long over 410 bore shotgun barrels and is the perfect solution for any woods walk requiring a bit of versatility to bring birds, bunnies and bushytails to bag. Tune in to hear all about it and its combination-gun cousins. 

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

The start of the year is a great time to evaluate your gear set. In this episode, the gang at Vortex looks back at the hunting kit they ran last year – and really liked! If you’re as big a gear nerd as we are, tune in to hear all about it. You just might make a “New Gear Resolution.” Warning: This podcast may cause you to spend money.

Sign up now for a chance to win an optics and apparel shopping spree valued at $5,500.

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

In this episode, Ryan Muckenhirn plays the sheriff while Jimmy Hamilton works to send Mark Boardman spiraling into an irrecoverable flat spin of meatball melancholy. Does Jim come out victorious, or does Mark get vengeance against Jim’s notorious favorite playing? Tune in to get their takes on the most important pocket tool, tacos vs. burritos, which Top Gun movie is better and more. 

As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast