On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen. The guys dissect Joe’s personally built 280 Ackley hunting rifle. The thought process of each component selection is covered. We think you’ll enjoy this technical episode that details a purpose built rifle in one of P.O. Ackley’s most famous cartridges.…

On this episode, Seth is joined by the creators of the 6mm GT, George Gardner of G.A. Precision and Tom Jacobs of Vapor Trail Bullets. We are thrilled to have these guys in the shop for this technical discussion into how and why the 6mm GT was developed and it’s amazing match-proven competition performance. A NEW 2025 offering for us – Get the comp…

On this episode, Seth is joined by key members of the Ballistic Development Group, Joe Thielen, Jayden Quinlan, and Miles Neville. The guys take a technical deep dive into the brand-new line of pistol ammunition; Backcountry Defense. The development process is covered for the heart of this ammo line, the all new DGH® (Dangerous Game Handgun) bullet…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen and Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan. We are thrilled to announce the brand new 338 Advanced Rifle Cartridge (ARC). They guys take a technical dive into how and why the cartridge was developed and its amazing subsonic and supersonic performance, along with the init…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen and fellow marketeer, Preston Lentfer. It’s October, and that means the announcement of new products for 2025! This episode is an overview of ALL new products for the upcoming year from new cartridges and bullets to reloading and security items. While they are covered…

This week, we have yet another rifle setup! This time, Hornady Project Engineer, Miles Neville talks us through his beloved PRS rifle. Miles is an avid shooter and a fierce competitor therefore making his rifle setup one to admire. The guys dive deep into every single component of the rifle, from the optic to the barrel and everything in between. W…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Judd Jarzynka and Preston Lentfer. This episode is a fun one, as the guys discuss tips and tricks to utilize while taking a hunting trophy photo. There are numerous principles of photography that you can implement when capturing that special moment with your harvested animal. Whether it be a mobile d…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Preston Lentfer. The guys are covering another Hornady rifle setup; this time, an 18" 6.5 PRC build. This rifle setup was put together to be a capable, quick-handling solution for deer and antelope hunting on the prairie. Seth and Preston talk through the selection process for each individual compone…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen and Project Engineers, Ryan Damman and Miles Neville. Two popular Hornady bullet lines are going head-to-head - the CX and ELD-X. The CX represents the most advanced monolithic hunting bullet on the market, while the ELD-X provides match accuracy in an expanding bulle…

On this episode, Seth is joined by World Champion Shooters, Jessie Harrison and KC Eusebio. The group discusses what it takes to get started in competitive handgun shooting. From the first bit of gear you need to drills and training, the pros dive deep into the topic to provide you with a fast track to competition. We hope you enjoy the show with s…

On this episode of Quinlan's Corner, we mean, the Hornady Podcast, Seth is joined by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan. With hunting season right around the corner, the guys take an in-depth look at Jayden's hunting rifle. They discuss each individual component and how and why it is used. We hope you enjoy this episode with our very own, Jayden Q…

On this episode, Seth is joined in studio by World Champion Pistol Shooter, Jessie Harrison. Jessie has been a valued member of the Hornady sponsored shooting team for over 13 years. Recently, Jessie visited Hornady headquarters in Grand Island, NE. While she was here, we had the opportunity to ask her questions submitted by viewers. We discussed c…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by fellow marketeer, Judd Jarzynka and remote guest, Gregg Ritz, President of Thompson Center. The crew discusses the history of Thompson Center and how they revolutionized the shooting sports with innovative products like the Contender, Encore, and Icon lines. Gregg covers the acquisition of the brand …

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by fellow marketeer, Preston Lentfer and the Managing Editor of Petersen's Hunting, Colton Heward. Colton is an avid outdoorsman and an experienced elk and mule deer guide. The guys ponder on the following question - what is the best caliber to use for elk hunting? We're curious, what is your favorite? …

On this episode, Seth is joined by Preston Lentfer and Miles Neville. The guys discuss the history, specs, ballistics, and capabilities of the 30-30 Winchester. This revered cartridge is loved worldwide and still incredibly popular, especially in lever actions. We hope you enjoy the show!

On this episode, Seth is joined by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan and Project Engineer, Miles Neville. The topic at hand is temperature sensitivity. Mainly, how it may not be completely understood by the consumer, as well as its significance in ballistics. The guys dive deep into the topic with hopes that the listener finds temperature sensiti…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan, and Ballistic Engineer and Author, Jeff Siewert. The guys cover several aspects of precision rifle shooting including gain twist barrels and the effects of muzzle devices, tuners, and propellants. The conversation concludes with a deep dive into drag variability. …

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen, Project Engineer, Miles Neville, and Hornady Podcast Producer, Preston Lentfer. The topic at hand is, annealing cartridge cases. They start with how and why annealing is used in cartridge case manufacturing and then discuss the advantages and disadvantages of anneali…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen, Senior Ballistician and Founder of Quinlan's Corner, Jayden Quinlan, and Project Engineer, Ryan Damman. The guys sit down to discuss the science and the design of the best match bullet on the market – the A-Tip® Match bullet. Topics include initial design iterations,…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Ruger engineers, Charlie and Brett. Team Ruger was in town for the Zombies in the Heartland 3-Gun Match and came to the studio to discuss cold hammer forging barrels and firearm design. They also answered the obligatory one cartridge, one bullet question. We hope you enjoy the show with two companies celebrating 7…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Jason Slinkard of CCI and Audrey Mayes and Leland Mason of Remington Ammunition. The group discusses multi-gun action found at the Zombies in the Heartland Match at the Heartland Public Shooting Park. The conversation then shifts to some technical aspects of primers as well as what goes into the engineering and R&…

On this special episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Steve and Jason Hornady. This year, Hornady is celebrating its 75th anniversary! The guys discuss the history of the company and share some stories you've never heard before. They also discuss Employee Appreciation Day, which took place on June 12th. The episode wraps up with details on a ver…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Garmin Senior Product Manager, Chad VanCamp and Software Engineer, Phillip Carroll. The guys discuss what prompted Garmin to enter the sporting chronograph market and what the R&D process entailed for the XERO C1 Pro Chronograph. The conversation also covers some of the engineering hurdles along the way and finish…

On this episode, Seth is joined by John Scoutten from Shooting USA. Originally hosted by John’s father, Jim Scoutten, John is maintaining the family tradition as a host, producer, and competitive shooter, for America’s most watched firearms show; Shooting USA. John works to share his expertise and passion for firearms with the audience, while pavin…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Jayden for another episode of Quinlan's Corner. This show dissects the five contributing factors as to why a bullet goes where it goes in a long range shot. The guys discuss how the variables at play can compound each other. By knowing and understanding the five factors, the shooter can start to establish their hi…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Miles Neville and Preston Lentfer. This show was a listener suggested topic which is reducing recoil by way of hand loading. The guys talk about various ways to get this done safely and effectively and the reasons you might want to consider giving it a try. They also go over other options for reducing recoil for t…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen, and Ballisticians, Jayden Quinlan and Jacob Morrow. The guys go into great detail on the new Drag Variability Reduction Technology (DVRT™). This patented bullet tip design ensures the ultimate in ballistic consistency by increasing drag uniformity from bullet to bull…

On this episode, Seth and Matt are joined by the new Heartland Public Shooting Park Manager and Hornady employee, Tom Busch. The guys discuss one of the most important parts of range safety – proper shooting range etiquette. Whether it’s your first time at a public shooting range or you’re a regular range guest, the guys cover some written and unwr…

Mounting a rifle scope properly is VITAL to not only getting on target, but STAYING on target. Attention to detail here will pay dividends in the field. In this episode Seth & Preston take a precision rifle, scope, and rings from out of the box to range ready. The guys start by covering recommended tools and then dive deep into the process of insta…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Mark Keefe, Editorial Director of NRA Publications. The pair walks through one of Mark’s articles in American Rifleman titled, “American Guns: 10 Firearms That Shaped Our Nation.” It’s stated that it was hard to choose only ten, but for the history buffs out there, we think you will enjoy this episod…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Hornady Project Engineer, Ben Syring. The guys explain the difference between Hornady Custom Grade™ Dies, Hornady Match™ Grade Dies, and Hornady Custom Made™ Dies. They discuss the benefits of each die and go through a few different scenarios and why you could use one die over the other. If you’ve ever wondered wh…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Jayden Quinlan and Preston Lentfer. The guys answer some frequently asked questions and deliver five monolithic bullet facts, including information on fouling, pressure, and terminal performance. We hope you enjoy this educational episode!

On this episode, Seth is joined by Preston Lentfer and Miles Neville. The discussion starts by reviewing traditional methods of advanced reloading. Many of the techniques and advanced reloading tactics are clouded with myth and dogma. The guys analyze the methods using large sample size testing. The podcast then culminates in a step-by-step load de…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Preston Lentfer and Judd Jarzynka. The Hornady catalog is filled with thousands of products you know and love however, there may be a few items that you're not familiar with. The guys discuss ten Hornady products you may have overlooked through the years for example, the Square-Lok organizing system.…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Matt Ritchie and Hornady Engineers, Miles Neville and Brendan Meyer. With so many viable cartridges to choose from, narrowing down the right one for your PRS rifle can be difficult. The guys discuss various features of popular long-range cartridges and walk you through a step-by-step process to select the best opt…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Preston Lentfer and Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen. The guys discuss the history, design, and value of the 280 Remington and 280 Ackley Improved. We hope you enjoy this informative and enjoyable episode!

On this episode, Seth is joined by Preston Lentfer and engineers, Brendan Meyer and Ryan Damman. The group gathers around to talk about their favorite cuts, techniques, and recipes for preparing wild game. From choice cuts to burger and jerky the guys break down what they like to do with their deer, antelope, and elk. If you’re not hungry now, you …

On this episode, Seth is joined by Marketing Director, Neil Davies and special guest, Donald Trump Jr. at the Dallas Safari Club show. The guys start the conversation with how Don was introduced to hunting and shooting sports at a young age and how he dove into the science and art of long-range shooting. The conversation wraps up with Don’s involve…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Preston Lentfer, Matt Ritchie, and Judd Jarzynka. The guys dive deep into what could be a controversial topic: what is the best coyote hunting cartridge? The guys discuss a variety of ammo and bullet offerings from Hornady and give their input of what they believe is the best cartridge to use for coyote hunting. W…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan and Lead Lab Technician, Matt George. We apologize for the delay, but this episode is barrel cleaning part two of the three-part series. The guys dive deep into best practices for barrel cleaning, carbon rings, products used, and much more. We hope you enjoy this episode, be sur…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Marketing Director, Neil Davies, and special guest, Mike Robinson. Recorded at the Safari Club International show in Nashville, Tennessee, this episode spurred some brilliant conversation. Hailing from England, Mike is a restaurateur and chef, the host of Farming the Wild on the Outdoor Channel, a military tank co…

On this episode, Seth is joined by fellow marketeer, Judd Jarzynka, and Project Engineer, Miles Neville. The conversation dives deep into the AR-15 direct impingement system; specifically, the importance of gas system tuning. Shorter barrels, suppressors, and subsonic ammo can affect how an AR-15 functions. The guys share their experiences from a n…

On this episode, Seth is joined by fellow marketeer, Judd Jarzynka, and Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen. This episode is centered around the “PRC” family of rifle cartridges. Specifically, the topic of “which one should you choose?” The guys break the conversation down by application and share their thoughts on which they would choos…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Jayden and Miles along with special guest and author, Jeff Siewert. This show is a technical deep dive into muzzle tuners. While barrel tuners are nothing new, they have experienced a resurgence in the precision rifle sports over the last few years. If you've ever wondered if you can dial in accuracy by simply adj…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Nick Earixson and Ryan Damman from the engineering department. The guys dive into some of the laws and regulations for the "straight-wall states". The conversation covers the states where straight-walled cartridges are becoming increasingly more popular, which cartridges are being used the most, and …

On the first episode of Season 3, Seth is joined by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan and Project Engineer, Miles Neville. This show is a Q&A session modeled after episode 60 of the Hornady Podcast, "It's Time to Answer Some Questions." This is a "tech talk," if you will but the guys also have a little fun with the questions and comments that wer…

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by fellow marketing team member Matt Ritchie and sales technician Mitch Rother. The guys are continuing the discussion of cartridges based off the 30-06 by detailing the 25-06. As usual, the conversation covers the history, the design, its use as a sporting cartridge, and some of the many reasons that t…

On this episode, Seth is joined by fellow marketeers, Matt Ritchie and Preston Lentfer. The show dives deep into the 270 Winchester. Conversations include the history, its sporting application, ammunition options, and some comparisons. We hope you enjoy and learn about this “controversial” cartridge.…

On this episode, Seth sits down with Outdoor Writer & Editor – John Zent. John is a well-known and very well respected outdoor writer who has been with NRA Publications for nearly 40 years. John has worn many hats for NRA through the years: an outdoor writer, editor, manager, mentor, and more. Through his tenure, John has traveled throughout the wo…

On this episode, Seth is joined by Lead Ballistics Lab Technician, Matt George and Project Engineer, Miles Neville. This episode is centered around the legendary 30-06 Springfield. The guys discuss the history of this cartridge and how it’s still used today. Hornady has an assortment of 30-06 offerings designed to tackle numerous applications. We h…