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DOJ Sues Denver and Colorado Over Gun Bans in Back-to-Back Federal Lawsuits

By Jacob Paulsen / May 6, 2026

The Justice Department filed back-to-back federal lawsuits against Denver’s assault weapons ordinance and Colorado’s magazine ban. Here’s what carriers need to know

S13E17: Harmful Phrases w/ Matt Little of Greybeard Actual

By Riley Bowman / May 5, 2026

Today, Riley Bowman brings Matt Little back on the show to talk about overused and cliché phrases that are often well-meaning but ultimately can be false and/or harmful. We discuss what these phrases are and whether there is a better way. Tune in because you don’t wanna miss!

BREAKING: ATF’s Landmark 34 Rule Package

By Jacob Paulsen / May 5, 2026

We got our hands on 20 of the draft versions of the rules scheduled to be published tomorrow and have already included their summaries under the relevant rules below. The rules have not yet been published for comment so the details of each rule are unclear.

Wisconsin Now Recognizes New Hampshire Concealed Carry Permits

By Jacob Paulsen / May 3, 2026

Wisconsin has added New Hampshire to its list of honored out-of-state CCW permits following a reciprocity audit. Here’s what NH permit holders need to know before crossing the border.

Dry Fire for HK Pistols: Tools, Techniques, and Tips

By Riley Bowman / May 1, 2026

Riley Bowman breaks down every dry fire option for HK pistol owners — from a $10 barrel block to the Cool Fire Trainer — plus a step-by-step draw stroke methodology you can start today.

Virginia Gun Laws 2026: What Every Gun Owner Needs to Know

By Jacob Paulsen / April 28, 2026

Governor Spanberger signed eight gun control bills in April 2026, with more still pending. Here’s a complete breakdown of what passed, what it means, and what Virginia gun owners need to do before July 1.

S13E16: The Third Option – Why Shooting to Kill or Wound is Wrong

By Riley Bowman / April 28, 2026

We argue that defensive shooting should prioritize stopping the threat rather than taking a life, advocating for a mindset centered around protecting oneself and others. By sharing real-world examples and drawing from recent training insights…

Military Bases Are No Longer Gun Free Zones. Here’s What Changed.

By Jacob Paulsen / April 21, 2026

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has signed a memo ending gun-free zone policy on U.S. military bases, allowing off-duty service members to carry privately owned firearms for self-defense. Here’s what it means.

Kentucky Overrides Governor’s Vetoes: What HB 78 and HB 312 Mean for Gun Owners

By Jacob Paulsen / April 20, 2026

Kentucky’s legislature overrode two gubernatorial vetoes on April 14, 2026, protecting the firearms industry from frivolous lawsuits and expanding concealed carry rights to adults ages 18–20.

Introducing Guardian University — Your New Home for Defensive Training

By Jacob Paulsen / April 20, 2026

Guardian University is our new dedicated learning environment inside ConcealedCarry.com, built from the ground up to be the most organized, intentional, and accessible defensive training resource we’ve ever offered.

S13E15: Stop Fighting Your Gun – The Mindset Shift to Passive Recoil Management

By Riley Bowman / April 16, 2026

Today we’re unpacking the whole thing — including a concept called Passive Recoil Management and why it might be the single biggest technical mindset shift you can make as a handgun shooter. If you’ve ever felt like your recoil control was your ceiling — this episode is for you. Tune in so you don’t miss!

S13E14: When Stand Your Ground Doesn’t Stand Up

By Riley Bowman / April 12, 2026

What we’re doing today is the practical, legal deep dive that every carrier actually needs: what SYG actually does, what it doesn’t do, how the immunity process works, and what real-world cases — good and bad — teach us.

The Viral “Scooby Doo Gun”. Let’s Talk About It.

By Mitch Goerdt / April 7, 2026

At SHOT Show 2026 I was at the Gideon Optics booth, and a custom “Scooby Doo Gun” 1911 caught my eye. Not because of performance. Not because of innovation. Because…

Concealed Carry in National Park Buildings: A New Lawsuit Challenging This Ban

By Jacob Paulsen / April 6, 2026

Can you legally carry a firearm inside national park buildings? We break down 18 U.S.C. § 930(a), current laws, and a new federal lawsuit challenging the ban.

S13E13: Where’s Your Gun Right Now?…Concealed Carry Positions

By Riley Bowman / April 4, 2026

We evaluate various positions including waistband options and less common positions like cross-draw, pocket carry, and ankle carry, weighing their pros and cons to guide listeners in finding what suits their needs.