Jacob Paulsen
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.
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…
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?
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.
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!
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.
Episode 401: Bugging In – Are You Prepared?
Matthew and Jacob discuss a range of topics relating to bugging in. Being prepared to sustain your family for a long period and defend your home from exterior threats.
Episode 400: New Gun Owner’s Checklist
So…you bought a gun…now what? Today, Riley Bowman, Jacob Paulsen, and Matthew Maruster get the whole gang together to talk about where and how to get started as gun owners. Even if you’ve owned guns your entire life, chances are there’s something in this episode you didn’t think of or know about.
Shooter Ready Challenge: 6 Plate Rack – March 2020
The Shooter Ready Challenge is Back! The Shooter Ready Challenge is a fun but educational monthly challenge for shooters of all skill levels. Think of it as a Virtual Practice…
Episode 398: Buying Guns Online
When was the last time you bought a gun online. Thinking about Jacob’s most recent experience we discuss the legal considerations and how buying online can still support local gun dealers.
States Blocking “Self-Defense Insurance” And What To Do About It
Perhaps you have been following the drama or if this all sounds new to you, I’m going to outline what is happening with states blocking self-defense insurance providers like the…
Episode 393: Justified or Not Justified. You Decide
Today’s justified segment will leave you wondering if all these gun owners are indeed justified. Jacob and Matthew tell the story and leave it up to you to decide!
How Guns.com Made My Last Gun Purchase Easy
I bought a gun … another one and I’m pretty stoked about the experience. I remember the first gun I ever bought. I was 22 years old and the gun…
Episode 392: Drawing the Gun in Compromised Positions
Have you ever cleared your gun and worked through drawing it from your holster in various compromised positions? Today, Riley and Jacob review some of the safety and tactical considerations relating to those kinds of holster draws.
Episode 391: Trauma Care Summit Wrapup
A live Q&A broadcast that was aired in February 2020 as a wrapup to the Trauma Care Summit. Riley and Jacob Paulsen discuss what makes up a good medkit, how they made the decisions about what is included in the Mountain Man Medical Trauma Kits and take questions from the live audience.
