Bullets n Bourbon Podcast

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 years of dedicated competition. Drawing inspiration fr...

The Marine Corps is embracing technological advancements to assess marksmanship skills under pressure. While upholding the legacy of "every Marine a rifleman," there's ongoing debate on modernizing marksmanship techniques. The overdue updates to the Combat Pistol Program are welcomed, but implementation challenges remain, especially in fleet settings. The Marine Corps Shooting Team faces compariso...

Synergy Training Group, based in Mississippi, offers comprehensive firearm training with a focus on self-defense, competition shooting, and skill enhancement. Founded by a passionate individual with experience in both training and competition, the organization continually evolves its holistic approach to training. Collaborations with partners like Dry Fire King add diversity to their programs. Des...

In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted life of James Han, a competitive shooter with a background in street racing and a diverse range of roles in the shooting community. Han shares insights into his journey from Korea to the United States and his early days in street racing, including the organization of races and the thrill of competition. Drawing parallels between racing and competitiv...

In this episode, we delve into the journey of a competitive shooter who found their passion in USPSA/3Gun. Balancing a family, full-time job, and consistently performing at the top echelons of the sport poses its challenges, but our guest shares insights into how they manage their time effectively. Training methods have evolved over the years, with a blend of dry-fire and range time becoming the n...

Since the last time we caught up, there have been some significant developments in Nathan Drumm's life. He recently finished 4th in Master's 40 at TTG Nationals, narrowly missing the podium by less than 1%. Evaluating wins and losses helps him set goals for the following year. Currently, Nathan is recovering from ankle surgery, prioritizing a healthy recovery over rushing back into competition. De...

In this episode, John reflects on his journey into competitive shooting, initially shaped by the Marine Corps Marksmanship Program. He discusses the program's invaluable role in his growth within the firearms industry, highlighting lessons learned and experiences gained while on the rifle team. John reminisces about fond memories and connections made during his time on the team, acknowledging the...

This summary covers a firsthand experience with Travis Tomasie's shooting class, highlighting personal interactions and decision-making processes: The conversation with Travis Tomasie early in the shooter's career set the stage for an enriching experience. Attending the class provided insights into the contrast between online personas and real-life interactions, revealing Tomasie's genuine nature....

Russ Fortney, an esteemed range master and area director, engages in a comprehensive discussion on the trajectory of USPSA. From reflecting on preferred matches to dissecting governance intricacies such as trademark disputes and board elections, Fortney provides valuable insights. Emphasizing inclusivity in multigun competitions and USPSA's role in military training, he offers guidance for leverag...

Chris Cerino, a seasoned firearms expert with diverse experience in law enforcement, competitive shooting, and television, is known for his approachable nature and passion for helping others. Despite not initially recognizing his celebrity status, Cerino's impressive resume includes roles as a law enforcement officer, Federal Air Marshal, firearms instructor, and television personality. He draws p...

In this episode, we speak to longtime friend of the podcast, Chris Scott. We cover the life changes he's had since leaving the Marine Corps, his role at Sig Sauer Academy, and planning major events and what those are.

The interviewee Derrick Dumont, a gunsmith deeply involved in competitive shooting and marketing for firearm companies, traces their journey from gunsmithing to the present. They emphasize the crucial role of sponsored shooters in brand promotion and research. Selection criteria for brand representation balance technical expertise and positive influence. The interviewee highlights the distinction...

In this episode, Robert, a Marine Corps veteran and Team One Network Director of Training, gives a brief overview of his military service and his current role. He discusses Team One Network's evolution in the training space, emphasizing their mission to provide practical and intense training for law enforcement and military personnel. The conversation covers instructor onboarding, industry support...

Join Bullets N Bourbon as the U.S. delegation in modified division recount their thrilling journey at the IPSC Shotgun World Shoot in Thailand. The team shares insights into planning the trip with firearms, discusses the unique focus on shotgun training for the World Shoot, and explores perspectives on target presentations and stage design. Seasoned 3gunner Dillen discusses incorporating World Sho...

In this episode of Bullets N Bourbon, Jared, Dan, and Caleb discuss their experiences preparing for and participating in this year's MCMC Far East. Jared shares insights into the challenges of running a shooting team amidst operational constraints, detailing a year of dry fire, intramural matches, and range training that aimed to get the crew ready. The discussion delves into the impact of the con...

Join the Matt and Frank as they unravel the behind-the-scenes dynamics of USPSA's collaboration with the delegation that represented and attended the IPSC World Shotgun Shoot. The episode covers the logistical intricacies of moving firearms and ammunition to and from Thailand, the state of 3-gun competitions, and the potential for injecting creativity inspired by the IPSC community. The discussion...

In this episode, we speak with Kelsie Meade who helps the team by serving as their strength and condition coach. We cover everything from movement, conditioning, strength and designing a program that is specific to the disciplines that each team shoots.

In this episode, we speak to Joe Live about his strong performance at PCSL Nationals. We talked about how he trained, his mindset and what drew him to this specific match.

In this episode, Frank speaks to Kevin Chen from Apollo Arms about his academic background, switch to firearms manufacturer and more.

In this episode, Matt and Frank talk about they're final matches of the year, from preparation for the matches to hosting a livestream on YouTube.

In this episode, we speak to half of Dissident Arms, Lan Nguyen. We talk about the company, world shoot, shotguns and more.

In this episode, we sit down with Dan Jirasek. We speak to him about his start into 3-gun, training, bringing new shooters into the sport, and getting family involved in competition.

In this episode, Frank talks to Treat, Cachola, and Bod about there most recent competition overseas the Royal Marines Operational Shooting Competition. 

In this episode, we speak to Stephen and Payton about their most recent competition, the "European Handgun Championships." We discuss the planning involved, style of competition, RO culture and the sites they visited in Greece.

In this episode, we speak to Scott Newnam an open shooter out of Florida. Scott speaks about why he started shooting open division in 3-Gun, various shotguns he uses, pistols and being a match director.