Q & A**: The Podcast By Q

This week we’re joined by Tom Smith. Tom works in the industry for True Velocity Ammunition where they’re pushing the limits of what was thought to be possible with ammunition. Tom is also a veteran of the United States Special Operations Command and operated at the highest level in one of the most elite organizations in the world. We cover his background, his time as an operator, and life after the military. It was a pleasure to have Tom here and we look forward to seeing him again. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc

We told you we’d be back this week and here we are! We’re in a far away land this time, coming at you from Wyoming. We also have a special cast for this one. Kevin sits down with Ethan, Drew, and his best buddy Chad Johnson. Tons of laughs, stories, and more 8.6 info. This one’s a good one. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc

This one's a little different. We suggest you head to the Q LLC YouTube page to watch it. There may be a little something in it for you at the end. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc

This week it’s a full house! Ron Dan, National Sales Manager of Vertx joins us with Bret Vorhees, CEO of Taurus USA. They cover origin stories, the new shift of younger generations of people in charge of big companies in the industry, even some hunting stories. These two are both great guys and it was a pleasure to have them up for the podcast. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc

You asked and we listened. This week Kevin, Adam and Jay cover everything that is 8.6 BLK. From barrel lengths to twist rates to bullet weights and practical application. Your questions will be answered on this one. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc

The Three Amigos are back and better than ever. Kevin returns from Africa(reluctantly) and tells all about the rains that may or may not have been blessed while he was there. The band’s back together and laughs were had. You’ll enjoy for sure. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week we’ve got Mike from Qilo Tactical and Qilo NYC. He shares some insight on how his brand became so successful in such a small amount of time, being a firearms/tactical oriented company while being located in New Jersey and much more. Mike’s story is super interesting and definitely embodies the importance of community within this industry. Take a listen and enjoy. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

Uncle Todd is finally here. Todd Askins of Tactical Distributors sits down with Kevin and Jay and covers it all. Early days, streetwear, history of TD, hunting, spearfishing, you name it. Todd is certainly a real man doing real man things. It was great to have him here and we’re looking forward to having him back in the future. Make sure to Like, Share, Subscribe...you know what to do. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

One of our video feeds disappeared into thin air so it’s audio only on this one, thus "The Lost Tapes". We’ll be back to video again next episode. This week Jose Onate joins Kevin and Ethan for a walk down memory lane. Jose worked alongside Kevin and Ethan at Advanced Armament Corporation and now works at BPI Outdoors. The glory days of AAC, best and worst employees and even a doodoo story. The three of them reminisce and share plenty of laughs in the process. You’ll get a kick out of this one. LAST DAY for the Q Mystery Shirt: https://www.liveqordie.com/products/mystery-shirt/ Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_o

The guests keep coming! This week we’re joined by Nate Treadaway. Nate is the CEO of BPI Outdoors, the parent company of Bergara Rifles, CVA, Durasight, Powerbelt Bullets and Quake. Nate explains the history of BPI and gives insight on how he and his team took companies that were ‘bottom of the barrel’ and capitalized on the opportunity to innovate and bring those companies to the forefront of the market. It was great to have Nate here and to hear what he had to say. Q Mystery Shirt: https://www.liveqordie.com/products/mystery-shirt/ Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week, we’re joined by Adam Kraut. Adam is the Senior Director of Legal Operations for FPC(Firearms Policy Coalition). FPC is a coalition of men and women who are actively fighting to defend the 2nd Amendment from the politicians and legislation that threaten it. As well as being an expert on all things legal, Adam is a firearms enthusiast and an all around good guy. A lot of great and important information in this one. You won’t wanna miss it. To learn more and donate to FPC, visit: https://www.firearmspolicy.org/ To donate to Together We Rise, visit: https://www.togetherwerise.org/ For info on The Historical Justification for Prohibiting Dangerous Persons from Possessing Arms, visit: https://scholarship.law.uwyo.edu/wlr/vol20/iss2/7/ Q Mystery Shirt: https://www.liveqordie.com/products/mystery-shirt/ Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_of

This week Kevin and Jay sit down with John Clements of Proof Research. They cover his career from the Naval Surface Warfare Center, to a special little group in Virginia Beach working with and supporting some of the world’s most elite operators. John is one of the most interesting guys in the gun industry and we’re thankful to have had him sit down to talk to us. Put on your learning pants and let’s get into it. Q Mystery Shirt: https://www.liveqordie.com/products/mystery-shirt/ Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week we’re back to the three musketeers. Kevin needs a company plane and Jay makes his pitch to go to flight school to be his pilot. The three discuss what makes Q the company that it is, the magic of the products and what the future holds. Mystery Shirt time is here again as well, so head on over to liveqordie.com to get more info on that. Plenty of laughs were had on this episode and we thank everyone for watching. Q Mystery Shirt: https://www.liveqordie.com/products/mystery-shirt/ Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

Talon Sei sits down with Kevin and Jay and discusses some of the exciting and sketchier moments of his trip across all 48 states. From the monolith in Utah to getting stuck in the middle of nowhere in the SAT Van. We talk about his signature Glock and even his signature Ski Boards. If you aren’t already a fan of Talon, you will be after this. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

The legend Chris Barrett is here. Kevin and Deep Twang himself cover tons of ground, from Barrett’s origins, their developments over the years, the wild west days of the gun industry, and old school Knob Creek machine gun shoots. It’s a long one but you’re definitely gonna like what Chris has to say. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week we get lively and cover culture changes in the gun industry, tell a couple stories and answer some of your questions. We go back to basics and explain a lot of terminology and technology that we talk about so often but maybe people who are new to guns don’t fully understand yet. Don’t quite know what a fast twist barrel actually is, or what exactly tapers allow as opposed to us just saying they’re correct? Well then this is the episode for you. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

Skateboarding and favorite skaters, skate films, scooters and bikes, flashlights, silencers, good vs. bad ideas; we cover it all and more in this episode. Kevin tries Campari and gives his true feelings on California and where it can go. It’s just the original 3 blind mice for this episode and laughs were had. Check it out and tell us what you think. Go to https://www.tacticaldistributors.com/ and use code UNPOSSIBLE15 at checkout for 15% off your order. *Exclusions apply* Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week we’re joined by Edgar Sherman of Edgar Sherman Design. We talk slings, and he explains his origins and where he hopes to go as a company. Kevin discusses 8.6 some more after using it on a recent hunt and we get into innovation and human centered design and how it should be used in and out of the industry. If you’re interested in how we develop products and the advancement of technology, or you just want to learn a couple big words to regurgitate and impress your friends, you’ve come to the right place. Visit www.edgarshermandesign.com for his products. Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week Kevin gets into his hunting origins and shares some stories from hunts all across the world, including a giraffe and a giant hog that may or may not have been Godzilla. We discuss the ACR and Magpul, explain the Mini Fix and give you the full rundown on Q-Sert. If you like hunting stories, this is the episode for you. Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/

This week the boys get prepared for a bigfoot encounter, Kevin becomes the first appointed Goose Sheriff and gives a little history lesson on integral suppressors and the origin of the MP5SD. This is a good one, you won't wanna miss it. Make sure to like and share, and follow us on all social media for the latest updates at Q. Email: podcast@liveqordie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_official_q2/ Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/unpossibleq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNPOSSIBLEbyQ/ Myspace: https://myspace.com/unpossibleq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-llc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/the_official_q/