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Season 8: Looking to the Future Nov 12, 2025

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In the season finale, Danny and Ashley talk about their exciting upcoming projects, which may or may not also serve as an excuse for why there won't be new episodes until after January.

Season 8: Another Civil War Podcast Nov 05, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley discuss how the history of the Civil War led them to their interest in the study of firearms.

Season 8: Shay's Rebellion and Beef Broth Oct 29, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley talk to Alex Mackenzie of Springfield Armory National Historic Site about the history of the armory, his independent research, and activities to keep him busy during the shutdown.

S8: Guns of the "Old" West Oct 22, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley explore lesser-known guns used in the West and redefine what they consider old in 2025.

S8: Iconic Gun Couples Oct 15, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley talk about couples who have impacted gun culture through history.

Season 8: Practicing Pedantry Oct 08, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley explore early repeating technology through a different lens, reigniting an old disagreement about proper terminology from the past.

Season 8: Russian Nesting Dolls and Gun Collections Oct 01, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley talk about large gun collections that are really just a collection of collections.

Season 8: Credit Where Credit is Due? Sep 24, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley explore well known names in firearms history and whether or not they get too much credit for their accomplishments.

Season 8: Whodunnit Sep 17, 2025

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In this episode, Danny and Ashley highlight lesser-known designers who were critical in shaping firearms design.

Season 8: What Have We Been Up To? Sep 10, 2025

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In the season premiere, Danny and Ashley talk about the projects they are working on and how they can't remember what season they are on.