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My Thoughts on This Mess We’re In

By Joshua Gillem / December 15, 2020

Well my friends, it seems like things are changing for the gun industry again, at least they are on the surface. All I’ve got to say is wow, what a…

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Episode 464: Santa Was a Bad Boy and Other News

By Riley Bowman / December 15, 2020

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest industry news and information. Tune in! As always, any questions or suggestions for future episodes can be submitted to podcast@concealedcarry.com!

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Two Places I Carry My Gun that Gets Me Strange Looks

By Joshua Gillem / December 11, 2020

Okay, let me say it early on, I don’t walk into a place and say that I’m carrying a gun. That would defeat the purpose of concealed carry and retaining…

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SHOT Show 2021, Down but Not Out

By Joshua Gillem / December 10, 2020

I have to admit that one of my favorite (as well as least favorite) times of each year for about seven years now is our industry’s biggest trade show, known…

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Episode 463: Optimizing Performance Practically with AJ Zito

By Riley Bowman / December 10, 2020

Today, Riley Bowman interviews AJ Zito of Practical Performance to discuss methods and means we can enhance and optimize our training and performance in a way that’s practical. AJ is a USPSA Master shooter, as well as a multi-division Master in IDPA. He is an active competitive shooter, firearms instructor, and custom gunsmith specializing in 1911 and 2011 pistols. Plus he’s a great all-around guy, so tune in!

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Hearing Protection – Firearms and Noise Reduction Rating

By Matthew Maruster / December 9, 2020

Hearing protection is rated by a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR). Unfortunately, it is not as simple a number to understand and use, as it should be. When you see an NRR rating on hearing protection, you…

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Two Gun Stories We Can Learn From

By Joshua Gillem / December 8, 2020

Sometimes we see news stories that highlight what not to do when you’re a gun owner or carrier of a concealed gun. It’s always a delight, or not depending on…

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Episode 462: Good Guy Charged With Felony – Cops Ignore Calls For Help

By Jacob Paulsen / December 8, 2020

Matthew and Jacob review a number of defensive gun uses from the last few weeks. Sheriff deputy’s ignore a man’s calls for help and a good guy trying to protect his neighbor is charged with a felony. These and other stories covered in today’s show!

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New Gun Owner? What To Do Next

By Joshua Gillem / December 4, 2020

So are you one of the new gun owners that have joined our ranks this year? If you are, you’re not alone because there are estimates that say there are…

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Ammunition Background Checks May be Back on the Menu In Florida

By Joshua Gillem / December 3, 2020

History almost always repeats itself. It may not do it the exact same way because different people do things differently, and a lot is dictated by the technology of the…

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Episode 461: The Death of the Pistol Brace?

By Riley Bowman / December 3, 2020

Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen share the latest legislative news updates including stories about a case the SCOTUS has agreed to hear, how one man is in hot water for selling “wall hangers,” and what a future America might look like with a certain someone in the White House. Tune in!

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11 Gifts For Any Gun Owner – 2020

By Matthew Maruster / December 1, 2020

Are you trying to find the perfect gift for someone you care about? A new tie and socks? A pair of flannel PJ’s and some perfume? Those may be heartfelt…

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The Hidden Dangers of Removing Your Gun in the Car

By Joshua Gillem / December 1, 2020

If you’ve been reading our articles or listening to the podcast for any period of time now, you’ve likely heard at least one of us say that car holsters (and…

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Pros and Cons to Suppressor Usage

By Joshua Gillem / November 30, 2020

What are some pros and cons to using a suppressor? Well, we’ve never really gone too far into depth on the topic of suppressor ownership and I figured it’d be…

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Episode 460: Turns and Stuff

By Riley Bowman / November 30, 2020

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster break down the most recent Shooter Ready Challenge at www.shooterreadychallenge.com which features the El Presidente drill this month. This provides a great opportunity to talk about turn-and-draws and draws with movement which will be the focus of our podcast today. These are critical skills, so tune in and don’t miss it!

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