Bullets n Bourbon Podcast

In this episode Frank and I sat down with Dan Horcharik, we had a great conversation covering a multitude of subjects. -MCMC East and Championships. -Starting a Shooting Club. -Milestones and Goals. -Adventure races. -Closing the gap in fitness and marksmanship. Dan also created his own Patreon site where he will be pushing out content to spread the good word. Give it a listen and we hope you enjo...

In this episode, we sat down with Chris Scott and got updated on: -What he's been doing since we last spoke. -AMTP? -Marine Corps Championships. -What it's like being a cyborg! -Most memorable trip. -Most memorable match.

In this episode, I sat down with George Dorbert, a firefighter from Maryland. George has been a good friend and competitor in the 3gun community, and he exemplifies what it is to be a competitor and mentor for those starting out.   -Goals -Training -Battle for the South -Upcoming matches -Sponsors -Words of wisdom   After this episode, all episodes will include my good friend and co-host Frank Gao...

Introduction: hometown, military history, current billet   Can you detail your journey to becoming a distinguished rifleman for us?   How early does your preparation process start for a match? How does your mental preparation differ between a local and national level match?   The path to any achievement worth celebrating involves some form of disappointment along the way. Can you describe a loss o...

In today's episode, Capt Frank Gao and I discuss this year's Marine Corps Championships and give it a very objective review.

-Introductions -How long have you been a competitive shooter? -What disciplines do you shoot? -Can you talk about how you got into the tactical games? -How did you and Frank prepare for the WV Games in terms of shooting and fitness? -Recap of the events:             Axel Bar two-man carry             Farmer’s carry while partner is shooting, and sandbag over yoke             5-mile run            ...

If you are a Marine and want to start a command-sponsored shooting team, this is an episode you are going to want to listen to. Capt Frank Gao breaks down the processes he took to start his own shooting team aboard Camp Lejeune. How did you convince your command to allow you to start a team? Selling the concept to the right people Winning your commander’s approval What are the benefits of starting...

In this episode, we sat down with Ian Norris. He is an avid 3 gun competitor with years of experience behind him and gave a breakdown of how he trains in order to achieve his goals. Introductions Who you are. What do you do for a living?   Talk about your time in the Marine Corps Deployments you’ve been on. The training you’ve received.   How would you describe your skills now, compared to when we...

Today we sat down with Kevin Kolenda from Phoenix Trinity Firearms. We discussed everything Phoenix Trinity and what they offer the competitor and the direction they are looking at going. Switch from Athlon to the opportunity you received at Phoenix Trinity. Who is Phoenix Trinity? What kind of company? How long they’ve been around? What do they offer? 1776 vs Morph? Honcho’s Options Available Cha...

In this episode, we spoke to Jason Byerly and Buddy Brown about the upcoming "Battle for the South" match at Gryphon Group in Maxton, North Carolina.  Introductions of Jason and Buddy. Where did you two get your start in 3-gun? Zoo City Armory. What goes into a good stage? What to expect from Battle for the South? What kind of stages can we expect? Furthest shots/target size Jungle Runs Vendors on...

It's been a bit of a break since our last podcast, but we're back. Alex Goking and I talk about what we've been up to since our last match, what the team has been up to, what the team is preparing for, and what matches we're most looking forward to. Instagram: @mfgundlach @alexandergoking

In this episode I sat down with Donnie Flowe, the owner of Stage Zero Shooting Supply and Tarheel 3-Gun, and talked about all things 3-Gun in North/South Carolina. Websites: https://www.stagezeroshooting.com/ https://tarheel3g.com/  

In this episode, I sat down with various Marines who competed in the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition National Capital Region and got their take on the experience from this year's match. Instagram: @usmcshootingteam @mfgundlach

In this episode, Captain Scott and I discuss the results from the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition National Capital Region. We explained our roles during the 2 week period and how the competitors performed during that 2 week period.

In this episode, Goking and I have a lot of fun discussing everything we enjoyed about the 2021 Microtech ProAm, from the stages, the after-party, the purpose behind the ProAm, Jeremy Swofford's amazing cooking, and more.  Instagram: @mfgundlach @alexandergoking @microtech3gunproam @tarheel3gun

In this episode, Capt Chris Scott and I conduct a recap of Memorial 3-Gun, talk about everything we've been up to between the last episode that was released up till now, and what we have coming up in the near future. Instagram: @usmcshootingteam @mfgundlach @crsscott92

In this episode, I sat down and talked to Capt Frank Gao about his start in the shooting sports. He got his roots in 3gun and quickly started branching out into other disciplines. Capt Gao is a Master class in USPSA and competes in The Tactical Games. We talked in length about The Tactical Games, what to expect, and future matches we intend on shooting together. Instagram: @mfgundlach @usmcshootin...

In this episode, we talk about a multitude of things with Dillen Easley. There were some audio issues at the beginning of the episode, but it cleans up throughout the rest of the Podcast. Instagram: @mfgundlach @dilleneasley

In this episode, we talk to Chad Swartout who is the Director of Public Relations at the Memorial 3-Gun Foundation. We talk about the foundation itself, how the foundation is involved with the families of fallen SOF service members, and the how you can contribute to a memorable cause.  https://www.memorial3gun.com/ Instagram: @memorial3gun @chad_s01 @mfgundlach  

Today we talked to Kevin from Athlon Optics. Kevin has been competing in 3gun for over 6 years, we met this past year at the Texas 3gun Championship. He's a father, Marine, and a sales manager for Athlon. If you are interested in purchasing any optics from Athlon, reach out to him at kevin.k@athlonoptics.com . Instagram: @mfgundlach @kilted3gunner

This episode is a wrap-up of the summer season. We discussed the matches we went to, people we've gained and lost, Mobile Training Teams we have coming up, upcoming matches, our social media page, Cpl Cardenas is now a father, IWI Multigun Match, and the SgtMaj Symposium Shoot. If you have interest in the Team or have questions for the team reach out to us via social media. Facebook: USMC Shooting...

In this episode, we interview the new SNCOIC of the Marine Corps Shooting Team. We discuss his experience so far on the team, what discipline he shot on the Shooting Team in 2010 when he was a summer shooter, and what he's looking for in a Marine who wants to come to the team. If you want to learn more about the Shooting Team or have any questions place reach out to GySgt Matt Gundlach at matthew....

In this episode, Lt Scott Ambridge and I discuss his summer season, lessons he's learned, the Great Lakes 3-Gun Championship which is the last competition for the summer season, and what his plans are when he returns home at the end of the season. If you have any questions or would like information on the shooting team please email Capt Chris Scott at christopher.d.scott@usmc.mil or GySgt Matt Gun...

In this episode, Capt Scott and GySgt Gundlach discuss what the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competitions are, how to register, when they are taking place, and what they can do for you and your commands. If you have any questions for the Marine Corps Shooting Team please email christopher.d.scott@usmc.mil or matthew.gundlach@usmc.mil Facebook: USMC Shooting Team Instagram: @usmcshootingteam          ...

In this episode, GySgt Gundlach and SSgt Goking discuss how SSgt Goking became a member of the shooting team, match preparation, training philosophy and how SSgt Goking is a "father joke connoisseur. If you have any questions for the Marine Corps Shooting Team please email christopher.d.scott@usmc.mil or matthew.gundlach@usmc.mil Facebook: USMC Shooting Team Instagram: @usmcshootingteam          ...