The Zulu 24 Podcast

We finally got a chance to sit down with Scott from @USAirsoft what an amazing dude. If you haven't seen the USAirsoft channel before you are missing out. Scott is a content creator at heart bringing gameplay videos, countdown lists, and even real life airsoft 1 v 1's to you via YouTube. We make the joke all the time, we really are a big group of nerds, and he fits in perfectly here. Having grown the USAirsoft channel to over 400k subscribers he has a huge audience within the airsoft community, and the content he's chosen to put out helps the community grow daily. Huge thanks to Scott for coming all the way out here. Hope to see him again soon! Podcast sponsors: As always we have the regular sponsors. Give them some love. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

We finally got a chance to sit down with Scott from USAirsoft what an amazing dude. If you haven't seen the USAirsoft channel before you are missing out. Scott is a content creator at heart bringing gameplay videos, countdown lists, and even real life airsoft 1 v 1's to you via YouTube. We make the joke all the time, we really are a big group of nerds, and he fits in perfectly here. Having grown the USAirsoft channel to over 400k subscribers he has a huge audience within the airsoft community, and the content he's chosen to put out helps the community grow daily. Huge thanks to Scott for coming all the way out here. Hope to see him again soon! This is a 2 part episode, so make sure you're subscribed! We'll have part 2 out next week! https://www.youtube.com/@USAirsoft Podcast sponsors: As always we have the regular sponsors. Give them some love. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

Is the industry as a whole growing up and becoming more mature? Where do you see the products being produced going over the next year? With companies like Specna Arms and Arcturus continuing to push what the players want as opposed to what they think the players want. Its hard to not look at other companies and wonder where they'll take their respective product lines moving forward. Featuring Tom and Logan from Amped airsoft. We really enjoyed having these two in studio. This episode saga has been a hilarious rollercoaster. Can't wait to have them back in studio next time Amped comes to Zulu. What is Amped Airsoft? Amped is an awesome company base out of Pittsburgh PA. With an in store, and online store, and now their own indoor field. In the late 2000's and early 2010's when HPA airsoft replicas were gaining in popularity. Amped came to market with some very useful accessories for Polar Star airsoft systems, and since then they've never stopped. Paving the way for making HPA a more user friendly experience. With products as simple as their integrated grip line, up to full HPA builds made by them and shipped to your door. Amped has made it easy to get into HPA. For more information head on over to ampedairsoft.com That being said. This episode is way less business and way more fun. Get ready its a wild ride. Podcast sponsors: As always we have the regular sponsors. Give them some love. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

What is Amped Airsoft? Amped is an awesome company base out of Pittsburgh PA. With an in store, and online store, and now their own indoor field. In the late 2000's and early 2010's when HPA airsoft replicas were gaining in popularity. Amped came to market with some very useful accessories for Polar Star airsoft systems, and since then they've never stopped. Paving the way for making HPA a more user friendly experience. With products as simple as their integrated grip line, up to full HPA builds made by them and shipped to your door. Amped has made it easy to get into HPA. For more information head on over to ampedairsoft.com That being said. This episode is way less business and way more fun. Get ready its a wild ride. Podcast sponsors: As always we have the regular sponsors. Give them some love. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

We finally got Tom and Logan from Amped Airsoft to sit down and do an episode with us. This episode was off the rails before it even started. There will be a part two to follow this up! What is Amped Airsoft? Amped is an awesome company base out of Pittsburgh PA. With an in store, and online store, and now their own indoor field. In the late 2000's and early 2010's when HPA airsoft replicas were gaining in popularity. Amped came to market with some very useful accessories for Polar Star airsoft systems, and since then they've never stopped. Paving the way for making HPA a more user friendly experience. With products as simple as their integrated grip line, up to full HPA builds made by them and shipped to your door. Amped has made it easy to get into HPA. For more information head on over to ampedairsoft.com That being said. This episode is way less business and way more fun. Get ready its a wild ride. Podcast sponsors: As always we have the regular sponsors. Give them some love. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

Ever wonder what airsoft is like internationally? SAME. Today we sit down with Jonno and Jonno from Operation Armoured Fury. A premiere New Zealand Airsoft EXPERIENCE. The differences between airsoft in the US and NZ are absolutely bonkers. You wont want to miss this episode. Taranaki Airsoft https://www.airsoftrangers.nz/ Operation Armoured Fury II https://www.airsoftrangers.nz/operation-armoured-fury-events/ TAR Youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@taranakiairsoftrangers255 Special FX https://www.pyrocompany.co.nz/ Armoured Fury IG https://www.instagram.com/operation_armoured_fury/ As always we have the regular sponsors. Give them some love. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

We're throwing rules out the window. Don't worry the Zulu Podcast isn't going anywhere, but we are changing things up a bit with this one. As always the Zulu 24 Podcast is brought to you by. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/

On todays episode we have Mike from the KWA Tactical League. KWA Tactical League is a new airsoft experience that takes the best elements from Milsim and competitive events and blends them with inspiration from today’s most popular FPS video games and real-world engagements for an intense and immersive gameplay experience On September 23rd, 2023 they hosted an event called "Wildlands" at our field. This episode was filmed directly after the game. As always the Zulu 24 Podcast is brought to you by. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com

Today we have an interesting episode. We have Evan and Becca. The airsoft power couple. While they have been married for a few years now, and they originally met as teenagers. Evan is an Air National Guardsmen who works full time for IBM. Becca is a chemist who works in the manufacturing of cometic products. Plus both are refs here at Zulu 24. Get ready because we're covering everything. Meting at a catholic summer camp? Evan's experience in Kabul during the evacuation and pull out of Afghanistan. What's it like being a chemist in the cosmetic world. Evan's crippling arma addiction. And so much more, this episode is a rollercoaster of events. https://coffeeordie.com/c-17-secret-mission-kabul As always the Zulu 24 Podcast is brought to you by. Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com Chapters 0:00 Intro 6:30 Summer Camp? 18:00 The Air National Guard 26:00 College Life and Chemistry 33:00 Evan's Overreaction 37:00 The Fall of Kabul 1:18:00 Becca's New Business 1:32:00 Very Good Friend 1:37:00 Working Together At Zulu 1:43:00 Breaking the Social Molds 1:55:00 ALEX!!! 2:07:00 Outro

On todays episode we breakdown our experience at American Milsims event from last month at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center in Butlerville Indiana. M.U.T.C. is an interesting AO with a lot of areas to play in. American Milsim had over 1000 players register for this event. So strap in while the boys break down what they liked and what they didn't like from the event. About American Milsim "AMERICAN MILSIM IS HIGHLY REGARDED AS ONE OF THE TOP MILSIM EVENT ORGANIZERS IN THE COUNTRY. The company was founded by devoted players of the sport with a wealth of experience creating a fast-paced, competitive and intense Milsim experience. Since inception, the company continues to stick to its values and commitment to ensure each event is delivered with the best Milsim experience. Over the years, we have made great friends all over the world. Players gather in small Wyandotte, Oklahoma for a fun weekend of camping, friendship and comradery over Memorial Day Weekend. Our goal is to ensure everyone, no matter what your level of airsoft experience, has equal opportunity to undertake the Milsim experience as equals on the battlefield. What makes us unique, we are not here to relive history, we are making history. We provide a dynamic storyline that will continue to write itself by the player. The victors of every event will write this open-ended storyline with each and every victory. With this liquid style of play, there will be no more scripted outcome, no more predetermined winner and the only thing that will prevent you from winning is the other team’s drive to not be defeated. American Milsim gives you the freedom to take your Milsim experience to the next level. Everyone has the ability to seek out and enjoy what American Milsim delivers without limitations. We deliver exciting scenarios never used before; helicopters providing players with the ability to experience arial combat missions, to players using APCs and Deuces. So, what does “American Milsim” mean to you? We invite you to join us at one of our events and experience American Milsim for yourself. We want to hear from you and together, we can take the Milsim experience to the next level." -American Milsim Website Americanmilsim.com Podcast sponsors: Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com

On todays episode we breakdown our experience at American Milsims event from last month at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center in Butlerville Indiana. M.U.T.C. is an interesting AO with a lot of areas to play in. American Milsim had over 1000 players register for this event. So strap in while the boys break down what they liked and what they didn't like from the event. About American Milsim "AMERICAN MILSIM IS HIGHLY REGARDED AS ONE OF THE TOP MILSIM EVENT ORGANIZERS IN THE COUNTRY. The company was founded by devoted players of the sport with a wealth of experience creating a fast-paced, competitive and intense Milsim experience. Since inception, the company continues to stick to its values and commitment to ensure each event is delivered with the best Milsim experience. Over the years, we have made great friends all over the world. Players gather in small Wyandotte, Oklahoma for a fun weekend of camping, friendship and comradery over Memorial Day Weekend. Our goal is to ensure everyone, no matter what your level of airsoft experience, has equal opportunity to undertake the Milsim experience as equals on the battlefield. What makes us unique, we are not here to relive history, we are making history. We provide a dynamic storyline that will continue to write itself by the player. The victors of every event will write this open-ended storyline with each and every victory. With this liquid style of play, there will be no more scripted outcome, no more predetermined winner and the only thing that will prevent you from winning is the other team’s drive to not be defeated. American Milsim gives you the freedom to take your Milsim experience to the next level. Everyone has the ability to seek out and enjoy what American Milsim delivers without limitations. We deliver exciting scenarios never used before; helicopters providing players with the ability to experience arial combat missions, to players using APCs and Deuces. So, what does “American Milsim” mean to you? We invite you to join us at one of our events and experience American Milsim for yourself. We want to hear from you and together, we can take the Milsim experience to the next level." -American Milsim Website Americanmilsim.com Podcast sponsors: Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com 0:00 Intro 0:02:13 Travel 0:25:16 Escape from Cincinnati 0:36:20 Check in and Chrono 0:46:20 The DAM Mission 1:03:00 Game Start on Saturday 1:05:00 First Contact 1:12:20 The First Part of The Game 1:31:00 The Medic System 1:37:00 Where's the Water? 1:50:00 Is It On Brand?

On Todays podcast we have Ted Colegrove. The airsoft photographer himself. If you want to follow or reach out to Ted you can find him on Instagram or his website. https://www.instagram.com/tedcolegrove.pews/https://www.tedcolegrove.com/ About Ted. Ted Colegrove is a professional designer and photographer based in Bethlehem, PA. Transplanted from the Philippines but raised in the finger lakes area of upstate New York, he went to school in Bucks County, PA, and graduated from Moravian University with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Graphic and Interactive Design. He now resides in Bethlehem, PA, with his loving wife and son. Professionally, Ted leads as the Manager of Content and Design at OM Digital Solutions, formerly Olympus Cameras. He is also a freelance photographer and has been an adjunct professor of interactive design at Moravian University for over 12 years. Personally, Ted’s skills vary and cover a wide range of interests and abilities. Specializing in studio product photography, in-environment product photography, and low-light/no-light night vision photography for the tactical industry, Ted’s work can be found across the Lehigh Valley, displayed at ArtsQuest Headquarters, on local billboards and signage, and within numerous small businesses. He also dabbles in several personal interests, such as professional food photography, lifestyle photography, and, occasionally, an odd touch of videography here and there. With a deep-seated love for the organic creative process, he ensures that his work reflects the natural and flowing artistic roots from which design and photography originated. Podcast sponsors: Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com

On todays episode we have Cody Crawford, one of the owners of American Milsim About American Milsim "AMERICAN MILSIM IS HIGHLY REGARDED AS ONE OF THE TOP MILSIM EVENT ORGANIZERS IN THE COUNTRY. The company was founded by devoted players of the sport with a wealth of experience creating a fast-paced, competitive and intense Milsim experience. Since inception, the company continues to stick to its values and commitment to ensure each event is delivered with the best Milsim experience. Over the years, we have made great friends all over the world. Players gather in small Wyandotte, Oklahoma for a fun weekend of camping, friendship and comradery over Memorial Day Weekend. Our goal is to ensure everyone, no matter what your level of airsoft experience, has equal opportunity to undertake the Milsim experience as equals on the battlefield. What makes us unique, we are not here to relive history, we are making history. We provide a dynamic storyline that will continue to write itself by the player. The victors of every event will write this open-ended storyline with each and every victory. With this liquid style of play, there will be no more scripted outcome, no more predetermined winner and the only thing that will prevent you from winning is the other team’s drive to not be defeated. American Milsim gives you the freedom to take your Milsim experience to the next level. Everyone has the ability to seek out and enjoy what American Milsim delivers without limitations. We deliver exciting scenarios never used before; helicopters providing players with the ability to experience arial combat missions, to players using APCs and Deuces. So, what does “American Milsim” mean to you? We invite you to join us at one of our events and experience American Milsim for yourself. We want to hear from you and together, we can take the Milsim experience to the next level." -American Milsim Website Americanmilsim.com Podcast sponsors: Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com

Ever wondered what it was like playing airsoft in the early 2000's? On todays episode we have Rich Campbell, he's been playing airsoft for over 20 years. We deep dive airsoft in the early 2000's vs now, how technology has progressed, and where he thinks the community is going. This gets wild. Podcast sponsors: Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com

On todays episode we have Ian from Grimnir Tactical. Grimnir, Zulu and Blue Mag Airsoft are teaming up to put together the Battle of Benghazi 2023. Grimnir has been around since 2019, in todays episode we dive into a little bit of how they started. Their philosophy as a company within the airsoft industry. Then dive into some more hobbies before we start going over the questions regarding Benghazi. A little about Grimnir Tactical OUR PRINCIPLESGT EVENTS ARE BUILT DIFFERENTLY. Each event we create is hand crafted to be something special. Every mission, major event, scenario, and story beat is put in place to create the foundations for incredible stories. We were players first and we build events that we would want to play in. We strive to learn from each game, iterate quickly, and consistently upgrade our game mechanics to provide new and exciting experiences for the community. We aim to be the tip of the spear, always. Our goal is to give every player their “moment” and to present challenging and interesting scenarios for stories to unfold in. GrimnirTactical.com Ians Knife Company RedKingBlades.com Instagram: @RedkingbladesUSA Podcast sponsors: Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft https://www.bluemagairsoft.com/

On todays episode we have Bob, a regular at Zulu 24 Airsoft. He also happens to be one of the oldest players we have. He goes into detail on his life growing up as a true boomer, and not just in a meme way. This one is wild. (AALarpP) Zulu 24 Podcast sponsors: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ https://www.bluemagairsoft.com/

On todays episode we have some of the old refs, as well as some of the new refs. We discuss what its like being a ref at Zulu 24. And manage to get a little off the rails.    Its a good one.    Zulu 24 Podcast sponsors:  https://zuluoutdoors.com/  https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/  https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/  https://www.bluemagairsoft.com/

On todays episode we have Max from Grimnir Tactical, and Austin from Blue Mag Airsoft. This episode can only be described as WILD. We cover a lot with this one. How Blue Mag and Grimnir originally started, social political movements, world history, stock trading, and even what's going on at the Panthera Training Center in August of 2023.  Zulu 24 Podcast sponsors: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ https://www.bluemagairsoft.com/ Todays Guests: GrimnirTactical.com BluemagAirsoft.com

Today we have Kyle and Eric from Gun Gamers Productions. While both of them have been in the airsoft industry for 10+ years. They've shifted to producing their own games. Gun Gamers Productions will be hosting an event at Zulu 24 Airsoft Park on February 4th, 2023. This gave us a unique opportunity to sit down with them before the event to talk about some hot topics and potential issues for a company trying to get into airsoft event producing. Stay tuned for part 2 after their event on February 4th.  For more information about Gun Gamers Productions you can visit their website. https://www.gungamersproductions.com/ Zulu Podcast Sponsors Zulu Outdoor: https://zuluoutdoors.com/ Anttech Airsoft Studios: https://www.anttechairsoftstudios.com/ The Snack Bar: https://www.instagram.com/thesnackbar__380/ Blue Mag Airsoft: https://www.bluemagairsoft.com/