Tannerite Revealed: The Reactive Binary Target and Why Have We Not Talked About This?

What exactly is Tannerite, and how can something sold legally be both stable and explosive? On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil dig into the science and stories behind Tannerite — the popular binary reactive shooting target that only detonates when struck by high-velocity rounds. They break down how Tannerite works, why it stays inert until properly mixed and hit under the right conditions, and what makes its explosive power so surprising. The conversation also covers real-world safety considerations, state regulations, and those viral videos where things go… well… bigger than planned. Along the way, Peter and Cecil swap personal reactions, laugh about over-the-top gender-reveal explosions and backyard “field tests,” and invite listeners to send in their own Tannerite tales as they gear up for a future hands-on experiment. If you’ve ever wondered about the truth behind explosive targets, internet myths, and what happens when curiosity meets chemistry, this episode delivers the facts with the fun twist you expect from TDSR. Listen, laugh, and maybe learn why some things really don’t sound right. #tdsrpodcast #ThatDontSoundRight #Tannerite #ReactiveTargets #ShootingSports #OutdoorLife #PodcastSEO #SciencePodcast #ExplosiveFacts #ViralVideos #GunSafety #CuriosityPodcast Connect with us: 🧢 Merchandise 🌐 Website 📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @tdsrpodcast 💬 Threads: @tdsrpodcast ▶️ That Don't Sound Right on YouTube Now on Substack at That Don't Sound Right Podcast!