Trap Talk From The Back Fence

Sean Hawley is back on Trap Talk for the 6th time—and he never disappoints! 🎯 Recorded live in the Trap Talk Studio at the 2025 Grand American, Sean joins Zach and Ricky for another powerful conversation.

They dive into the new Western target coming to the Western Zone and how it affected scores at the Western Grand in Vernal. Sean also shares how his 2025 shooting season is shaping up, including his strong runs at the Iowa State S...

Step inside the Heartland Grand with Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. as they pull back the curtain on one of trapshooting’s biggest events. From personal victories to weather’s impact on performance, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to succeed on the line.

Hear the latest on:

Key ATA rule changes every shooter should know

All-American team updates and insights

The excitemen...

Episode 140 – Live from the Trap Talk studio (Grand American, Sparta)

In this unforgettable live session, Mike Hampton, Richard Marshall Jr., and Zach Nannini come together to remember and honor Mike Jordan—one of the most decorated and respected names in trapshooting history.

From engineering Winchester shotshells to conquering the Grand American with 22 industry titles, ATA Hall of Famer Mike's journey was ...

We’re live from the Trap Talk Studio at the 2025 Grand American in Sparta with Michael Gooch!

Michael is a staple in the trapshooting community—a 7× Indiana State Champion, 2004 Clay Target World Champion, and member of the Indiana Trapshooting Hall of Fame. Beyond his accomplishments on the line, Michael plays a huge role in the sport off the field as the owner of Indiana Gun Club, one of the premier destinations for high-end new a...

Fresh off his induction into the ATA Hall of Fame, Tim Reed sits down with the Trap Talk crew live at the 2025 Grand American! 🎤🔥 Tim reflects on his shooting career, shares insights from years in the game, and talks about what this honor means to him.

If you love trapshooting history, inspiration from the best, and behind-the-scenes Grand American stories—you won’t want to miss this episode!

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Back by popular demand! Episode 137 of the Trap Talk Podcast is Part 2 of our Listener Questions series — where Zach and Ricky continue answering your best questions about the sport we all love.

🎯 Got a question for the next round? Hit us up at askus@traptalkpodcast.com

Thanks for listening — and we’ll see you on the line!

#TrapTalk #Trapshooting #ATA #TrapshootingTips #ShotgunLife #ListenerQuestions

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In Episode 136 of the Trap Talk Podcast, Zach and Ricky dive into YOUR questions in the latest Listener Questions Part 1 episode!

This is one of our most interactive episodes yet — and Part 2 is coming soon!

📩 Want your question featured in a future episode? Send yours into askus@traptalkpodcast.com! 

🎧 Listen, learn, and share with your squad — only on Trap Talk.

#TrapTalk #Trapshooting #Shotg...

DAGEN J. VOIGTMAN is back on Trap Talk for episode 135! 🎯
Zach and Ricky catch up with Dagen to hear all about his incredible summer so far —big wins, straight scores, and what it takes to keep performing at the highest levels in trapshooting. 

🎥 Don’t miss this deep dive with the current ATA All American Open Team Captain and one of the sport’s brightest young stars.

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Zach and Ricky are back on Trap Talk to break down all the action from the Wisconsin and Iowa State Trapshooting Championships! 🇺🇸🎯
From big scores to standout performances and some hilarious moments along the way — they cover it all.

🎙️ Hear their thoughts on:
• The top shooters and surprise wins
• What made these shoots stand out
• Behind-the-scenes stories from both events
• A look ahead at what’...

Nicole “Nikki” Hood joins Ricky & Zach  for Episode 133 to share her love for the sport that’s shaped her life—trapshooting. 

Starting as a junior shooter in Pennsylvania, Nikki quickly developed a deep passion for the game and worked her way up to national competitions, state teams, and All-American honors.

Now preparing to shoot at the collegiate level with Jacksonville University, Nikki reflects on the earl...

Headed to Sparta, Illinois for the 2025 Grand American? Whether it’s your first time or your 38th, this episode of Trap Talk is packed with helpful advice from veteran shooters Ricky Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini on how to prepare for the biggest trapshoot of the year!

We’re talking:
✅ What to pack (don’t forget your....)
📋 Why a checklist is a game-changer
🏕️ The advantages of staying on the grounds
🛠️ ...

On this episode of Trap Talk, we’re joined by Aaron Willoughby, the General Manager of Elite Shotguns and lifelong trapshooter.

Aaron shares how it all started— from shooting in local Calcutta and Protector events in Clay City, Kentucky… to his dad handing him a BT-99!

Aaron’s roots in trapshooting and the family story behind it. Working the local club—loading machines, scoring, and learning the game from the grou...

In this episode of Trap Talk recorded at the Ohio State Shoot, we kick things off with a great recap of the 149th Illinois State Shoot — the competition, the champions, and the energy on the line!

Plus a special chat with Matt from Trapshooting USA who stopped by while covering the Ohio State Shoot! 

📍 Episode Highlights:

Illinois State Shoot Recap
Ohio State Shoot updates from the grounds
Mini-i...

Fresh off his High Overall victory at the 2025 US Open, rising star Ian Lawrence sits down with Ricky & Zach to unpack a week he’ll never forget—and that the trap world won’t stop talking about!

Inside the Episode

• 📊 HOA Breakdown: how Ian stacked doubles, singles, and handicap wins for the overall crown
• 🧠 Mindset Under Pressure: his mental routine between posts and during marathon shoot-offs
• 🛠️ Gear & Loads: exact gun se...

Grab your favorite shooting stool and settle in! 🎙️ In this episode of Trap Talk, Ricky Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini crack open the newest issue of Trapshooting USA and let the memories fly:

🔍 Page-by-page highlights you don’t want to miss

🏆 Legendary shoots and wild road-trip stories the magazine brought rushing back

💡 Practical tips inspired by the articles—straight from two seasoned pros

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Ricky and Zach are back with a full recap of the 2025 US Open and the Western Grand! 

Whether you were there or just want to catch up on what you missed, this episode brings you all the highlights and hot takes straight from the line.

#TrapShooting #TrapTalkPodcast #USOpen #WesternGrand #ShootingSports #TrapshootingRecap #ata 

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Joe Charnigo is back on Trap Talk to give us the inside scoop on the 2nd Annual Back Fence Shootout, happening Friday, June 20th at the Ohio State Shoot! 🏆💥

Last year’s shoot was a massive hit with 263 shooters, a $7,800 cash prize, and a Beretta shotgun giveaway — and this year promises to be even bigger! Joe breaks down what to expect, how to sign up, and why this is one of the most fun events in all of trapshooting.

Trap Talk welcomes Freddy Harteis a seasoned outdoorsman, television personality, and conservationist, best known for hosting the reality TV series The Hollywood Hunter. Born on May 12, 1976, in Colorado, he grew up on his family's ranch, which laid the foundation for his lifelong passion for hunting and wildlife conservation.

🎥 Career Highlights
The Hollywood Hunter: This reality series, which aired on the Sport...

In Episode 124 of Trap Talk, Zach and Ricky break down their plans for the 2025 summer trapshooting season! 🇺🇸 From big championship shoots to hidden gem gun clubs, they’re hitting the road and sharing which events they’re most excited about. Hear their thoughts on the best clubs, favorite regions, and what makes each stop on their tour worth the trip. If you love trapshooting and travel, this episode’s for you!

📍 Don’t...