The Hornady Podcast

Apr 10 2025 179 ep. 55 mins 447
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Join Seth Swerczek, Hornady Marketing Communications Manager, as we discuss all things hunting, shooting, reloading, and outdoor lifestyle.

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Ep. 176 - Frequently Asked Reloading Questions | ANSWERED |

Apr 10 2025 60 mins  
On this episode Seth, Preston, and Ben meet to answer a slew of FAQ's surrounding reloading. Most seasoned reloaders have already learned a lot of the tips and tricks discussed in this podcast but if you are just beginning your reloading journey, this episode could really come in handy! We hope you enjoy this episode!

Ep. 175 - Increase Your Scores NOW feat. Austin Orgain

Apr 03 2025 54 mins  
On this episode, Seth is joined by Joe Thielen, Miles Neville, and Hornady Sponsored Shooter, Austin Orgain. Joe, Miles, and Austin all have something in common, they are passionate about PRS and they are top-level competitors. The guys dive into some actionable items that will help you increase your scores (or hit percentage) at your next match. Enjoy this educational episode!

Ep. 174 - 300 Win Mag vs. 300 PRC

Mar 27 2025 56 mins  
On this episode, Seth is joined by Senior Ballistician, Jayden Quinlan, to compare two popular cartridges; the venerable 300 Winchester Magnum and the modern 300 PRC. Both are heavy-hitting, magnum 30-caliber cartridges, but their differences are quite immense. Tune in to see which cartridge reigns victorious in this epic cartridge battle. Perhaps, there's room in the safe for both

Ep. 173 – Hornady Rifle Builds | HAND-CARVED Wood Stock Rifle |

Mar 20 2025 41 mins  
On this episode, Seth is joined by Project Engineer, Miles Neville, to discuss a one-of-a-kind rifle build. The pair dive into an NRL Hunter rifle, with a hand-carved walnut stock, that blends design elements from old school and modern alike. By fusing new technology with classic design and parts from a 1903 Springfield, Miles created a jaw-dropping rifle! We hope you enjoy the sho

Ep. 172 - WHY Do Bullets Weigh What They Weigh?

Mar 13 2025 51 mins  
On this episode, Seth is joined by Hornady Engineers, Ryan and Miles. The topic of discussion is one of our personal favorites - bullets. Specifically, how the weight of a bullet is determined. This episode is an excellent guide to help you understand what bullet weight is, how it affects internal and external ballistics, terminal performance, and how it can be used to your advanta

Ep. 171 - Hornady Rifle Builds | Mini (But Mighty) Action 6 ARC

Mar 06 2025 41 mins  
On this episode of Hornady Rifle Builds, Seth is joined in the studio by Preston and his mini, but mighty rifle. This one is a 6mm ARC built on a Howa Mini Action. While often overlooked, the Howa Mini Action provided the perfect platform to build this utilitarian and ultra-capable 6mm ARC. We hope you enjoy!

Ep. 170 - 6.5 Creedmoor vs. 6.5 PRC

Feb 27 2025 56 mins  
This week on the Hornady Podcast, it's the battle of the cartridges - the 6.5 Creedmoor vs the 6.5 PRC. Both cartridges are widely popular for hunting and shooting sports and while they share some similarities, each cartridge has it's own unique characteristics. Seth, Preston, and Ryan dive into the specifics that may lead you into choosing one over the other. We hope you enjoy thi

Ep. 169 - Hornady Rifle Builds | Monty's Ultimate 30-06 |

Feb 20 2025 30 mins  
On this episode, Seth is joined by Marketing Operations Manager, Monty DeBoer. The guys dive deep into another rifle build: Monty's custom 30-06. This rifle has been on numerous hunts around the world, and the guys inspect every component of the rifle and explain what makes it so special. We hope you enjoy the show!

Ep. 168 - Consider THIS | Custom Chamber Reamers |

Feb 13 2025 47 mins  
Wildcat Cartridge Series - Part 2. Seth, Ben, and Preston dive into custom reamers. The Wildcat cartridge up for discussion in this series is the 257 Roberts Ackley Improved. The guys discuss considerations for the reamer, including free bore length, diameter, shoulder angle, and other things to ponder if you’re going to take a dive into wildcat cartridges. We hope you enjoy the

Ep. 167 - Barrel Cleaning Part 4: THAT's How You Clean a Barrel?!

Feb 06 2025 43 mins  
On this episode, Seth and Preston answer a popular viewer request; practice what you preach and show us how to clean a rifle barrel. The guys discuss and demonstrate the method they use to clean a dirty barrel. In this case, it is Preston's PRS rifle chambered in 6mm ARC with about 400 rounds fired. If you've been waiting to see how the guys personally clean a rifle, be sure to tun