Trap Talk From The Back Fence

Trap Talk Zach & Ricky
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Listen in as Zach Nannini & Richard Marshall Jr. talk trapshooting with the legends, the games top shots and more! 

  1. 4d ago

    Michael Gates: Just Getting Started - Trap Talk | Ep. 186

    Michael Gates joins Richard Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini live in the Trap Talk Studio at the 127th Grand American. Michael’s rise through competitive trapshooting has been fast, but it has not happened by accident. After beginning to register ATA targets in 2022, the Oklahoma shooter competed in 177 events, registered 17,650 targets and won more than 50 trophies during the 2024 season. At last years Grand American, Michael had broke an incredible 998 out of 1,000 singles targets.  He also became the Junior World Clay Target Champion after breaking 200/200 and then going another 349 targets in the shoot-off. During that same rapid climb, Michael advanced from the 21.5-yard line all the way back to the 27-yard line.  Now a member of the 2026 ATA Junior First Team All-American Team, Michael sits down with the guys to share his story, talk about his success on trapshooting’s biggest stage and discuss the goals he is still chasing.  Get to know one of the brightest young competitors in the game and hear what has driven his remarkable rise through the ranks. Subscribe to Trap Talk From the Back Fence for more conversations with the shooters, personalities and people helping move trapshooting forward. #TrapTalk #Trapshooting #GrandAmerican #MichaelGates #ATA #ClayTargetShooting #ShootingSports Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Michael Gates: Just Getting Started - Trap Talk | Ep. 186

  2. Aug 7

    Tyler Marshall - AIM Grand Doubles Champion | Recorded LIVE at the 127th Grand American | Ep. 185

    Episode 185 comes to you LIVE from the Trap Talk Studio at the 127th Grand American, and this one features a brand-new AIM Grand Champion. Tyler Marshall sits down with Zach and Richard after winning the AIM Grand Doubles Championship to talk about his journey so far in trapshooting, shooting style and goals for the future. There’s nothing quite like talking to a champion while the Grand is still happening around you! If you love trapshooting, the Grand American, and hearing directly from the shooters putting up big scores, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Trap Talk From the Back Fence and follow along for more interviews, stories, shoot recaps, and conversations from around the trapshooting world. #TrapTalk #GrandAmerican #Trapshooting #AIMTrapshooting #TylerMarshall #Doubles #ClayTargetShooting #ATA Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Tyler Marshall - AIM Grand Doubles Champion | Recorded LIVE at the 127th Grand American | Ep. 185

  3. Jul 31

    Steven “Magoo” Margherio’s Incredible Doubles Run | 300 Straight at Ohio | Ep. 184

    Steven “Magoo” Margherio has been stacking doubles 100s like firewood—and he joins Trap Talk for Episode 184 to break down the incredible run. Magoo sits down with Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. after running all 300 doubles targets at the Ohio State Shoot and following it up with another 200 straight at the Iowa State Shoot. He shares the small adjustment that helped take his doubles game to another level and explains exactly how he approaches both targets. We get into: • Running 300 straight doubles at the Ohio State Shoot • Winning the 2026 Iowa State Doubles Championship • The small move that improved his first-target breaks • Why true spot shooting was limiting his consistency • His hold point, visual pickup and transition to the second target • Breaking two handicap 100s at the Grand American • Switching between his single barrel and over-under • Finding consistency from the 27-yard line • His goals heading into the Grand American • Shooting for the Lindenwood University shotgun team Magoo is a four-time All-American, a two-time Grand Slam shooter and one of the hottest doubles shooters in the game right now. With hundreds piling up across the country, he enters the Grand with confidence and some serious momentum. Like, subscribe and share the episode with another trapshooter. Presented by Trap Talk From the Back Fence. Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Steven “Magoo” Margherio’s Incredible Doubles Run | 300 Straight at Ohio | Ep. 184

  4. Jul 24

    Cody Meredith Is on a Handicap Heater + Mental Game, Big Scores & Grand Slam Goals | Ep. 183

    Florida junior shooter Cody Meredith has been on an absolute tear—and in Episode 183, we sit down with one of trapshooting’s fastest-rising young competitors. Cody joins Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. to talk about his journey from shooting hand-thrown clay targets on a family vacation to becoming the 2022 Rookie of the Year, a three-time All-American, Florida State Singles Champion and one of the hottest handicap shooters in the country. We get into: • Why Cody believes trapshooting is 95% mental • How he gained more than 10 targets on his singles average in one year • His practice routine and one-box-per-post training method • The mindset that helped him dominate from the 27-yard line • Why he moved away from spot shooting doubles • His Kolar setup, hold points, chokes and ammunition • Chasing the final legs of his ATA Grand Slam • Setting goals to beat the entire field—not just his category Cody is only 17, but his confidence, work ethic and understanding of the game are already well beyond his years. Keep an eye on this young man—his first 100 from the 27 and his first 100 in doubles may be right around the corner. Like, subscribe and share the episode with another trapshooter. Presented by Trap Talk From the Back Fence. Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Cody Meredith Is on a Handicap Heater + Mental Game, Big Scores & Grand Slam Goals | Ep. 183

  5. Jul 17

    Trap Talk is LIVE from the Cardinal Center at the Ohio State Shoot! E182

    We recap the action, atmosphere, and highlights from one of the biggest trapshooting events of the summer. Chrissy from Krieghoff stops by to talk shotguns, shooters, and everything happening at the shoot, and Greg from SOS Clays joins us with the latest from SOSClays.com and ShootScoreBoard.com. It is a true on-location episode packed with shoot talk, industry updates, familiar faces, and plenty of conversation from the Cardinal Center. Be sure to like the video, subscribe to Trap Talk, and let us know in the comments how your Ohio State Shoot went! Featured in this episode: • Ohio State Shoot recap • Live from the Cardinal Center • Chrissy from Krieghoff • Greg from SOS Clays • Trapshooting news, stories, and shoot-week conversation Visit SOS Clays: SOSClays.com #TrapTalk #OhioStateShoot #Trapshooting #CardinalCenter #Krieghoff #SOSClays #ClayTargetShooting Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Trap Talk is LIVE from the Cardinal Center at the Ohio State Shoot! E182

  6. Jul 10

    Trap Talk #181 | Winning Trapshooting Techniques, Ohio State Recaps and Grand Countdown!

    The summer shooting season is in full swing! This week on Trap Talk, Richard Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini recap the Ohio State Shoot, discuss the opening days of the Wisconsin State Shoot, and look ahead to the biggest event in trapshooting—the Grand American. They also dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of improving your scores: the fundamentals. From proper gun mount and balance to eliminating arm shooting and building consistency, Ricky and Zach explain how small adjustments can make a huge difference on the trap field. In this episode: Ohio State Shoot championship recap Wisconsin State Shoot updates Tyler Honnold's Grand Slam Championship mindset and staying competitive Gun mount, balance, and movement fundamentals Coaching insights that can immediately improve your scores Grand American preview and Trap Talk Listener Appreciation Party Whether you're chasing your first 25 straight or your next state championship, this episode is packed with practical advice you can take to the range. 🎯 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for new Trap Talk episodes every week! 🎙️ Visit us at: https://TrapTalkPodcast.com Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Trap Talk #181 | Winning Trapshooting Techniques, Ohio State Recaps and Grand Countdown!

  7. Jul 3

    Trap Talk Trapshooting Tips - Part 2

    The tips keep coming. In this second Trap Talk compilation, we dive back into the archives for more incredible trapshooting advice from champion shooters, coaches, industry experts, and lifelong competitors. These are the moments that shooters replay over and over — practical advice that can help you improve focus, confidence, consistency, and scores on the trap field. Trapshooting is built on tradition, experience, and passing knowledge down to the next generation. That’s exactly what this series is about. Special thanks to all of our guests, listeners, and supporters of Trap Talk. Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Trap Talk Trapshooting Tips - Part 2

  8. Jun 26

    Top Trapshooting Tips & Advice - Compilation Part 1

    We pulled together some of the BEST coaching moments, mental game advice, target tips, and competition insights from past episodes of the Trap Talk Podcast. Whether you're a brand-new shooter or chasing championship scores, there’s something in here that can help your game. A huge thank you to all of the guests, supporters, and fans of Trap Talk and the trapshooting community. Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast *** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com ***  *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

    Top Trapshooting Tips & Advice - Compilation Part 1
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Listen in as Zach Nannini & Richard Marshall Jr. talk trapshooting with the legends, the games top shots and more! 

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  • Creator
    Trap Talk Zach & Ricky
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Trap Talk From The Back Fence
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