S11E12: Defending the Driveway – Self-defense Lessons From the Last 30 Days

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About This Episode:

In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we examine recent self-defense incidents tied mostly to vehicle thefts and the risks involved in confronting criminals. We discuss cases from Tulsa, Baton Rouge, and Manitou Springs, highlighting the rapid escalation of conflicts and the dangers of direct engagement with thieves.

Through these narratives, we stress the importance of situational awareness, preparedness, and prioritizing personal safety over property. The key takeaway is to avoid confrontation when possible and equip oneself to respond appropriately in violent situations.

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About Riley Bowman

Riley Bowman is the Director of Training at ConcealedCarry.com and the Host of the Concealed Carry Podcast. He started teaching during his 8-year experience with a state-level law enforcement agency in Colorado. Riley has trained extensively under instructors such as: Rob Leatham, Mike Seeklander, Tom Givens, Tim Herron, Scott Jedlinski, Matt Little, Kyle Lamb, Dave Spaulding, Jeff Gonzales, Bill Blowers, Chuck Pressburg, and others, amassing many hundreds of hours of formal shooting and tactics training. He is an NRA Pistol Instructor, a Colorado P.O.S.T. Handgun and Patrol Rifle Instructor, a Rangemaster Certified Pistol Instructor, a graduate of Trident Concepts Concealed Carry Instructor course, and a Modern Samurai Project Endorsed Instructor. He also competes in USPSA as a Grand Master (Limited Optics), Steel Challenge (Master), and 3-gun competitions, is a multiple-division USPSA Colorado State Champion, and also has multiple top-25 finishes at USPSA and IPSC National Championships in multiple divisions.

2 Comments

  1. Ed Griemsmann on April 20, 2025 at 11:45 am

    Confusing, nonsensical opinions

  2. Sarge on April 21, 2025 at 2:18 pm

    Re: Car Thefts

    Unfortunately, here in Washington state, car thefts and break-ins are still high up there, thanks to the “lawmakers” and judges who don’t advocate legal responsibility. It’s getting better because they finally allowed LEOs to pursue criminals but stats are still high. Perps actually steal the cars to do further criminal acts like break-ins at cannabis stores or porch piracy.

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