The Barnes Bullets Podcast

On this episode; Dale is joined by Andy & Gregg as they welcome Brady Miller to the facility. In this episode, we sit down with Brady Miller to break down his evolution as a hunter—from whitetails in Minnesota to chasing mule deer across the West, coveted tags, and global adventures. We dive into: • Why mule deer over elk • The pursuit of once-in-a-lifetime tags • His passion for long-range sh...

Is the 7mm PRC the ultimate hunting cartridge, or is it just clever marketing? In this episode of the Barnes Bullets Podcast, we cut through the noise to give you the cold, hard facts. We explore the key advantages and disadvantages of the 7mm PRC compared to "traditional" staples like the 7mm Rem Mag, why we chose these specific bullets for the 7mm PRC, and Long Range Performance & Accuracy.

In this episode of the Barnes Bullets Podcast, Dale Evans is joined by Andy, Gregg, and Mitchell to break down the all-new Barnes Suppressor Series—a purpose-built, subsonic line engineered specifically for suppressed arms. This educational conversation dives into: - What makes the Suppressor Series truly purpose-built for suppressor use - Why subsonic optimization matters for consistency, reliabi...

In this episode, we officially launch and break down our entire 2026 product lineup , sharing the engineering, testing, and real-world performance behind every new offering. What we cover: New additions to the Barnes Harvest Collection Expanded VOR-TX® ammunition options New reloading component bullets The all-new Barnes Suppressor Series A deep dive into our new Defense JHP line From hunting and...

This episode of the podcast, Dale is joined by Tyler Grethen and Ethan O'Keefe on the heels of a successful Wyoming antelope camp. The guys take a deep dive into the development of the 25RPM from Weatherby, and how the 117gr LRX was designed specifically for this cartridge.

On this episode of the podcast, Dale is joined by Gregg and Cagen to discuss the pros and cons of shortening your barrel length. The guys discuss the benefits or detriments it can cause to your ammo selections. They go into the velocity loss or gain, the accuracy issues, and more on this in-depth episode of the Barnes Bullets Podcast!

Today we're launching the all-new TrueData Ballistics App from Sierra and Barnes. Dale is joined by Mitchell and Andy to discuss all the details of how this came together and why you should download it. This app is built for the user, with one of the most comprehensive bullet libraries available for these two iconic brands. With doppler verified ballistics, it's sure to give you TrueData when your...

Today, Dale is joined by Mitchell Kukson and Adam Grenda, coming off a fun week hunting Kodiak Island in Alaska. The guys had the opportunity to test new products, before release while chasing Sitka Blacktail deer, Mountain Goats, and more! This is a fun recap, as we learn more about Adam, the guys give hints to new product launches, and tell how weather is always a factor when in Alaska.

Today, Dale is joined by Brady Miller and Roy Holdford to recap their recent Mountain Goat hunt in Alaska. This story is one for the ages, from dealing with terrible weather, finally getting in, doubling up on beautiful billies, and being stuck on the mountain for the night! You're not going to want to miss this wild adventure and story.

On this episode, host Dale Evans is joined by Gregg Sloan and Alan Griffith to discuss a fun topic. If you could only have five hunting rifles in your collection; what would they be chambered in? You'll hear of some oddball cartridges, some unusual suspects, and the tried and true traditional rounds. What would be your top five?

On this episode, Dale is joined by Gregg and Mitchell to take a deep dive into the muzzleloader options from Barnes Bullets. The guys go into the different products, what they would use, funny muzzleloader hunting stories, and more on this weeks episode of the Barnes Bullets Podcast.

Host, Dale Evans is joined by Andy and Gregg as we sit down with Ryan Muckenhirn from the Vortex Nation podcast for an in-depth conversation about all things bullets, accuracy, hunting, and the lifestyle that drives innovation in the shooting world. From getting to know Ryan and how he got into the industry, some behind-the-scenes stories at Barnes to technical deep dives and laughs along the way,...

Today on the podcast, Dale is joined by Gregg and Mitchell to discuss why you would choose light or heavy bullets for hunting. The guys dive into the practical, real world experience; the data behind it; how it can change depending on your specific hunting needs; and more. You'll not want to miss this, and make sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Today, we're joined by Colby Adameck, Marketing & Product Manager for Sierra Bullets. We take the time to learn more about what Colby has for fall plans, talk taking kids hunting, and what's to come from Sierra Bullets. We also discuss some of the key similarities and differences of what Barnes and Sierra do.

Today we're joined by Gabe Patterson of the Utah Conservation Officers Association to talk about UCOA. UCOA was formed in 1990 as a non-profit organization in the State of Utah. UCOA was organized exclusively for the purpose of “lessoning the burdens of government” by unifying the Conservation Officers of the State of Utah as a body acting together to protect and conserve Utah’s wildlife resources...

Join host Dale Evans and three hunting buddies as they recap an unforgettable Do-It-Yourself Caribou hunt in the far north of the Alaskan tundra. With nothing but grit, gear, and a transporter airboat into the migration corridor, the crew sets out to intercept bulls along their journey south. This podcast was recorded just a day after the hunt took place, while still in Fairbanks before flying the...

Today, Dale is joined by Gregg Sloan and a few new faces. Greg Christensen and Cagen Carter join the podcast to tell a little about what they do at Barnes and all dive into the topic. Best Cartridges for Hunting North American game. The guys go down a long list of animal species found in the US and Canada, and pick some well-known and wildcats as their ultimate cartridge for hunting said game. Thi...

In Episode 11, Dale is joined by Mitchell and Gregg to have a fun debate. If you only had one tag this year, would you want an Elk tag or Deer tag in your pocket? The guys discuss what they would select, the pros and cons of each, and which taste better for table fare. Listen in to get pumped up for hunting season, and let us know what you would pick, Elk or Deer?

Today, Dale is joined by Colby Adameck from Sierra Bullets and Andy Sparks to discuss the Harvest Collection by Barnes. The guys dive deep into why Barnes wanted to create this new line of ammunition, specifically targeted for the whitetail deer hunter, and other thin-skinned game. They go in to the Sierra Tipped GameKing and why it's the perfect combination for this ammo, how Barnes came up to th...

Dale is joined by Mitchell and Gregg to talk about what it takes to get into Long Range shooting. The guys discuss gear needed, limiting factors, and how even experienced shooters mess up! Enjoy Episode 9 and this fun chat between the guys.

Today, Dale is joined by Andy and Gregg. With Andy having an upcoming Idaho elk hunt coming up, we felt he needed some help prepping for it. The guys go over what to expect, the gear needed, how much shooting he should be doing, and how to train properly for it. Hopefully this also helps anyone out there getting ready for their first western big game hunt!

Today is launch day for the Barnes Reserve line of ammo, and Dale is joined by Andy, Mitchell, and Gregg to discuss how the Reserve line came to be and what people can expect out of it. We’re really excited to launch the Barnes Reserve and offer this to our diehard fan base. It was important to us to have an option for those shooters while listening to consumer feedback for those who want more nic...

In this Episode, we invite Alan our Customer Service lead into the podcast studio. We learn more about his background, shooting competitions, and what a day in the life of Customer Service looks like. We also dive into some Frequently Asked Questions that he receives answering customer's phone and emails throughout the week.

This one will get you excited for hunting season as Dale, Gregg, and Mitchell are talking about the tags they drew and hunts they have planned for this fall. Gear up for a long one, as the guys discuss what they're excited about and the animals they'll be chasing this fall! Wait, did someone say they're going Sheep hunting?? Episode 5 is a doozy!

Today, Dale is joined by Gregg and Mitchell to discuss in depth the wide assortment of ammunition that Barnes provides. The guys have a brief overview of all offerings, while talking in detail of the VOR-TX, Safari, Long Range, Reduced Recoil and Pioneer lines; some of our top selling products we produce. We hope you all enjoy and learn something new during Episode 4.