San Diego Mosque Shooting: Lessons in Security and Skill
Three killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego. What the attack — and the Center’s security investments — tell us about preparation and the limits of skill.
Read MoreThe Avoidance Mindset: Why the Best Self-Defense Story Is One Where Nothing Happens
An avoidance mindset is the first and most powerful layer of self-defense. See how a trained citizen used it at a gas station — and how to build the same instinct.
Read MoreS13E18: Carrying in Your Vehicle – Best Practices & Biggest Mistakes
Riley and Jacob are here to talk about carrying a gun while in your vehicle. What do people get right? What do they often get wrong? What sorts of things can make your life easier and more capable of defending while in and around your vehicle?
Read MoreColorado SB003 Update: The SSF List Drops Ahead of Aug 1
Colorado just released the list of firearms covered by SB003. Here’s what’s on it, how the new CPW eligibility process works, and why Aug 1st still stands.
Read MoreThe Defensive-Only Mindset: Why Survival Beats Justice
The defensive-only mindset prioritizes survival over justice. See how an Akron DoorDash driver demonstrated it in a real DGU — and how to build it yourself.
Read MoreDOJ Sues Denver and Colorado Over Gun Bans in Back-to-Back Federal Lawsuits
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
Read MoreS13E17: Harmful Phrases w/ Matt Little of Greybeard Actual
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!
Read MoreBREAKING: ATF’s Landmark 34 Rule Package
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.
Read MoreWisconsin Now Recognizes New Hampshire Concealed Carry Permits
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.
Read MoreDry Fire for HK Pistols: Tools, Techniques, and Tips
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.
Read MoreVirginia Gun Laws 2026: What Every Gun Owner Needs to Know
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.
Read MoreS13E16: The Third Option – Why Shooting to Kill or Wound is Wrong
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…
Read MoreMilitary Bases Are No Longer Gun Free Zones. Here’s What Changed.
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.
Read MoreKentucky Overrides Governor’s Vetoes: What HB 78 and HB 312 Mean for Gun Owners
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.
Read MoreIntroducing Guardian University — Your New Home for Defensive Training
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.
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