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I Survived a Carjacking, 8 Takeaways

By Matthew Maruster / April 27, 2021

As concealed carriers, we have our firearm on us; knowing the odds are good, we will never have to use it. We practice and train for an incident we pray…

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U.S. Supreme Court Will Hear Monumental Gun Rights Case

By Matthew Maruster / April 27, 2021

The inevitable collision between opposing ideologies on what the Second Amendment means is, finally here. On Monday, the United States Supreme Court agreed to hear New York State Rifle &…

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EP500 Concealed Carry Podcast Giveaway

By Matthew Maruster / April 23, 2021

We went live with the Concealed Carry Podcast back on September 17, 2016. The focus of the podcast has always been the same. That is primarily to educate and stimulate…

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Episode 498 – Rapid Fire with Bryan Eastridge

By Jacob Paulsen / April 22, 2021

Jacob asks Bryan a large number of questions and he has 1 minute or less to answer. Bryan is an active LEO in OK and the host of the Off Duty On Duty Podcast.

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The Best App for CCW Reciprocity Maps

By Jacob Paulsen / April 22, 2021

This app is the only app available for mobile phones that will allow you to input your resident and any non-resident permits that you have obtained and then generate a single reciprocity map that reflects all your permits.

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ExtraCarry Mag Holder [REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / April 22, 2021

I recently spoke with Rick, the designer, and owner of a company called ExtraCarry. He asked me to take a look at a couple of their products. Specifically, he wanted…

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How To Dry Fire A Glock: 3 Challenges, 7 Helpful Tools

By Jacob Paulsen / April 21, 2021

An analysis of 7 tools used to enhance dry fire with a Glock and the three specific problems we need to solve to have an effective dryfire session

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Episode 497 – Gunshot Wound Considerations

By Matthew Maruster / April 21, 2021

Today, Matthew Maruster and Brian McLaughlin the man behind Mountain Man Medical discuss gunshot wounds. We will talk about the difference between high velocity and low-velocity gunshot wounds. As well as treatment considerations and just some overall trauma considerations when it comes to gunshot wounds.

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Stand Your Ground for North Dakota?

By Matthew Maruster / April 20, 2021

The federal executive and legislative branches vow to crack down on American’s gun rights. However, states continue to enact legislation protecting the rights of gun owners across the country. North…

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Background Checks and Mass Shooters, How Did They Get Their Guns?

By Matthew Maruster / April 19, 2021

How Did Mass Shooters Get Their Guns? Moreover, Did They Pass Background Checks? We looked at 26 mass shootings for roughly 12 years between 2009 through 2021, in which we…

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Untold Truths About Background Checks

By Matthew Maruster / April 16, 2021

How do criminals get their guns? Do background checks keep criminals from getting guns? What happens when someone lies on the application to buy a gun? We must have factual…

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Episode 496 – Are Guns A Deterrent Against Crime?

By Jacob Paulsen / April 16, 2021

Matthew and Jacob go into a deeper than normal analysis on an incident (DGU) from Fairbanks Alaska that has a lot of lessons to offer.

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Do You Record Your Dry Fire Practice?

By Joshua Gillem / April 16, 2021

We need to get as creative as possible regarding our training regimen, especially during this ammo shortage. Lately, I’ve been doing more dry fire practice in the comfort of my…

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Right to Know: What is a Pistol Brace?

By Matthew Maruster / April 15, 2021

Many people are wondering: What exactly is a pistol brace? The component attaches to the rear of a pistol and rests around the user’s forearm. Also called a stabilizing brace or…

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Episode 495 – Victim Charged With Homicide

By Jacob Paulsen / April 14, 2021

Jacob and Matthew cover DGU news stories. One startling where a serious misstep causes the victim of the crime to be charged with homicide for their attempt to defend themselves.

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