Ballistically Speaking

In this Episode we talk about what to do when it goes wrong. Specifically what to check when you have un-expected rifle accuracy issues, or failures We share storys of past mistakes, faults we found and corrected. we get into the nuances of scope torque and mounting. We touch on a Article from the NFA about the RCMP SFSS request to purchase rohbited shotguns from retailers and much more !

There are 3 new semi auto rifles out on the market in Canada. let talk about them. Proof Research just shook up the barrel world with the PXT, A new 6mm ultra heavy high BC bullet from Berger just Dropped. The 6.5 Creedmoor plus peak has everyne talking. In the News we have Amnesty of firearms owners extended into 2027, a list of the most common firearms in the "Buy back Program" and more !

We Sit down and chat with Levi of Prisitne Actions, We talk about how he got into the bussiness. The Features and Specs of the Actions. New projects in the works and much more !

We Sit down with Oscar of Ribstone Gunsmithing, We talk about the trade of gunsmithing, how he got into gunsmithing, the diffrent types of gunsmiths. Rust blueing and other Blueing Types. When to Restore and when not to restore. Tools, tips and where to get parts and much more !

We Sit Down With Mark Motiuk of Motiuk Manufacturing, to talk about his Journey into Gunsmithing adn getting a BFL. The Production and Certification of the R85A1 a Semi Auto L85 Clone. As well as its possible production. Dealing with the RCMP Firearms Lab. Sourceing Parts. building a 7.62 Nato SKS. Modelo A and G3 builds. Other ideas for Legal Guns. and Much more !

We sit down and talk reloading for the beginner !, tools you will need, steps to reload, do's and donts. benefits and more !

In this Episode we talk range gear, all about bags, chrongraphs, rests, spotting scopes, snacks and more !

We sit down and chat about the World of ELR shooting. With John and Clay of the ELR Alliance ! we will learn about why the organzation started. The importance of livestreaming. Light Gun Class vs Heavy Gun Class. How to get started in the sport. How to communicate with your spotter. Great Matches to Attend. The Hot Calibers of ELR. All of the Features of the ELR Alliances Website, Future Plans and...

We Sit down and Chat about Marilyn Gladu crossing the floor. Dereks 35 Whelen Build and necking up 270 to 35 cal. How to awnser questions that new gun owners have. How to mentior new gun owners. What what rifles to advise new gun owners to buy. 

With a few days left of the declaration period, we examine the process of what happened. Then we speculate what will happen in the future. We will also touch on the CCFRs court case being accepted to be heard buy the Supreme Court. We get into the the nitty gritty on how to destroy the SKS. We also Analyze Nathalie Provost's crazy behavior at the recent press confrence 

In this pre-recorded episode we chat with Kaitlyn a Canadian that moved to Ukraine full time to Volunteer. We talked about the work that she does and how Aid in the country works, Ukrainian identity and Soviet influence The reality of life in previously occupied zones. War souvenirs. The need for medical training and following your gut. Veteran Culture in Ukraine. Dealing With Fear, death and powe...

We sit down and Chat with Ntala Quintillo, Olympian and Director of Biathlon Alberta. We learn all about Biathlon. The history of the sport, why the rifles are set up the way they are. Ammo choice. The fortner action. The diffrent race styles and events. Shooting skills and Skiing skills. Why biathletes have so many sets of skis. What happens when a rifle goes down. The International and Canadian...

We chat With Vanja of Apex Optics about the new Synergy LRF binos. We discuss all of the new technology incorporated into the binos. Applied Ballistics intergration. Match application. Team application. Pairing options to other devices. User interface. Future updates and even laser beams ! We also have a talk about the Apex Rocky Mountian Challange, in a new better location ! and the Vapor 1-4 Pri...

We Chat Will Bill Abercrombie, the President of The Alberta Trappers Association. We Chat about getting into Trapping. Trapping ethics. Being out on the land. Survival situations and Gear. The Diffrent Kinds of Firearms and Cartridges Trappers Use. The Current Fur Market. Problem Wildlife Control ! Growing populations of Furbearers and Bears. And much More ! 

Mike and Derek Sit down a cover a range of topics. A moose attack in Sasketchewan. The Path forward for BS. BS merch. We talk Gunmething. thats right. its like gunsmithing but terrible. We talk about biathlon and our ideas to improve it. Swearing in Curling. The new "buyback" numbers and more !

We kick the Show off with our brand new Intro. Kris and Curt announce their departure from hosts of the show. Life, Work and Family Commitments have become greater then the spare time to be able to host the show. We talk about their departure and whats next. Curt Re-caps swallowing his own teeth at Shot Show, Then we talk about the Tumbler Ridge Tragedy, Mental health. Struggles our youth face, Fa...

Mike and Derek, share details about what they saw at Shot Show. finding the hidden gems, cool developments. And a few oddities as well !

We Chat With Don Massong about Flying To Shoot Down Down in Texas, He Gives us a bunch of travel tips. Then We Talk about His reloading journey and reloading 6 BRA on Mark 7. What lead to the need to produce so many rounds. We talk about the benefits, learning curve and myths about automated reloading. 

Well hold on folks, Mikes ADHD was in full force this episode, we cover the "Buyback" Pilot numbers. 25 Weatherby RPM, Maduro, A Canadain Civil defence force, Pirating drug boats and more  

We sit down with TJ and Vanessa of Outdoor Quest, We talk about how they started and have kept the longest lasting outdoor TV show in Canada going. Hunting deer with .223. Bullet Choice. Internet Experts and Internet Idiots. The diffrence between hunters and shooters. Bow hunting Graiffe and Graiffe Chicken Nuggets. A Very Close Call in a Grizzley in the Yukon. Great hunt in strange places and mor...

We look back at 2025 in BS's last episode of the year. We talked about the good times, the great events, great people and great products that arrived. We talked about the bad times, OIC #3, losing the election, the R9 ban. But most importantly, we looked forward to what 2026 will bring, new goals new products, and new experiences 

We cover some recent news, coyote and pig hunting, 25 cal Wildcats, looking forward to Shot Show, and Much more 

Kris, Mike and Derek Give you their expert lists on gifts for gun people, listen in on some good ideas, or not so great ideas. We will let you be the Judge !

We Sit down with Jim Mitchell, a Retired Alberta Game Warden and Author of "Alberta Game Warden Behind the Badge of 172". We talk about what he has seen and done during his 38 year Career as a Game Warden. Near Death encounters, Dealing with problem bears. Surrogate (decoy) operations. Social media and Poaching. Working With Trappers and Researchers. Noteable Cases and Much More !

We sit down with Adam of Boar Products. Manufacturers of all natural made in the USA Firearms cleaning and lubricating fluids. Get the low down on an all natural cleaning !