Jacob Paulsen
Episode 431: I Had A Bullet In My Chest And I Pulled It Out Myself
Jacob and Matthew cover a number of recent Justified Saves across the country. Stories from Detroit, Indianapolis, St George UT, Louisiana, OKC, and more.
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Episode 430: Camping, Hiking, and Carrying a Gun
Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen tackle a very valid question: what are the best practices for defending oneself or one’s campsite, tent, RV, etc. when out enjoying the great outdoors? How can we limit our risk from both human and animal threats?
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Where Can I Live Fire Train With My Gun?
Our number one suggestion isn’t the gun range down the road… in fact it is at the bottom of the list. Since our students are always asking us for suggestions on where they should go shoot and do their training we thought it was about time to discuss the best places to go and how you can find the best place for you.
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Episode 422: 11 Tips To Getting The Most Out of Your Next Class
Jacob & Matthew discuss the little things you can do to 5X the value you get from the next class you take. These are the things we consistently see our students NOT doing that they really should do.
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9 Essential Items To Keep In Your Safe Room For a Home Invasion
During a home invasion circumstances might lead you to isolate your family and defend a safe room. Considering that home defense strategy I want to discuss some of the essential things you will need with you in that safe room if you are going to successfully defend it.
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Passenger Of Vehicle Has Negligent Discharge – Driver Crashes Into Ditch
Two people were in a car driving on U.S. 131. The passenger “accidentally” shot himself in the leg. The driver, naturally startled, then drove the car off the road, through a construction zone, and into a ditch. When officers arrived they applied a tourniquet to the victim’s leg and transported him to the hospital. Police found a total of 3 unsecured handguns and marijuana on the passenger side of the vehicle.
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My Unpopular Opinion About Carrying A Spare Mag
A few nights ago I spent 2 hours as the guest in a LIVE video show hosted by two good friends. You can go watch the whole recording here if you have…
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Episode 412: When Can You Shoot Someone?
Riley and Jacob today discussing the framework of self-defense law for all 50 states that breaks down in simple terms when you can legally defend yourself with a gun.
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Episode 411: 7 Tell-Tale Moves That Give Away Your Gun
Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss the various ways, habits, and moves that turn a concealed carry gun into an “open” carry one. We believe it’s best practice to remain concealed if the intent is to conceal, so are you making these mistakes? Tune in to find out!
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Women’s Concealed Carry Holster Options
In speaking with female students who come through our firearm training course the most common concern initially is in finding a way to carry a concealed firearm that is in line with modern female style and also functional as it relates to self-defense.
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When Can You Shoot Someone?
You may have been told that state law varies significantly when it comes to guns. That is partially true. Gun law, the law that impacts gun possession, does vary enormously…
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Ep404: Shooting and Moving with Purpose
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster tackle the subject of shooting and moving. Sometimes the terminology “get off the X” is used when describing what defensive shooters should do. What does this mean? Is it really as simple as taking a sidestep on the draw, or is there more to it than that?
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Episode 403: Handling Traffic Stops With Law Enforcement
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster revisit a topic from WAY back in episode 3 of the Concealed Carry Podcast–we talk about how to handle yourself as a concealed carrier during traffic stops.
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Episode 402: Defending Yourself During Civil Unrest or Societal Collapse
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss talk about tactical and legal considerations for situations for defending you and your family when societal unrest and potential collapse are creating security problems. This episode is not so much about COVID-19, but the recent pandemic is a great opportunity to look at this type of situation because it could happen again. Let’s be ready for it!
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Are You Afraid of the Legal and Civil Consequences of Concealed Carry?
A few stories like this are all it takes to scare away a large number of people from carrying concealed because after-all we all know that defending ourselves will likely be the most expensive thing we ever do. Here are some things you need to consider before you allow that fear to stop you from doing what is necessary.
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