Riley Bowman

S3E13: The Physical SECRET to Becoming Both Fast AND Accurate

By Riley Bowman / September 2, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the “secret” to being both accurate AND fast at shooting. We talk about one method for being able to develop the physical skill necessary to achieve this in dry fire practice, and this method was recently featured on the latest Shooter Ready Challenge.

S3E12: Sub-Second Draws and Your Priorities with Bryan Eastridge

By Riley Bowman / August 31, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Bryan Eastridge, Host of the Off Duty / On Duty Podcast, take on a topic that can be controversial at times…just how fast do you need to draw? And how do we properly prioritize our training and practice time to gain the most benefit?

S3E11: Gun Law Changes All Across America Right Now

By Riley Bowman / August 27, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the recent Legislative News from around the US including stories about how one federal judge is opening the door for lawsuits against gun manufacturers, while another is ruling that the 21-year-old age requirement for handgun purchases is unconstitutional. Plus other great news, tune in!!

S3E9: News and Gear Reviews – The New Canik METE Pistols

By Riley Bowman / August 17, 2021

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest industry news. We give you an update on the McCloskey couple, we discuss how Mexico is suing US gun manufacturers for their own problems, how Everytown is suing another manufacturer, and we bring to you some new gun releases.

S3E8: Spend Less – Learn More – Get the T-shirt

By Riley Bowman / August 12, 2021

Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss the 2021 Guardian Conference in Oklahoma City on September 17-19. We have a HUGE announcement regarding the event. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this episode. Plus we’ll talk about ways you can train more, pay less, and get better.

S3E7: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Louisiana Dad Killed by Daughter’s Boyfriend

By Riley Bowman / August 10, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES (Defensive Gun Uses) including how one dad was shot and killed in a shootout with his daughter’s boyfriend who had snuck into the house! Plus how one woman defended herself successfully as she was leaving her own home from a man with a gun intent on harming her.

S3E6: One-Handed Draw

By Riley Bowman / August 5, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss some tips and techniques about how to draw your pistol with only one hand which happens to be the topic of the most recent Shooter Ready Challenge. Check it out at https://www.shooterreadychallenge.com and tune into today’s episode!

S3E4: Handgun Purchase Ban for 18-20 Year Olds Unconstitutional

By Riley Bowman / July 31, 2021

Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss the recent Legislative News from around the US including stories about how one federal judge is opening the door for lawsuits against gun manufacturers, while another is ruling that the 21-year-old age requirement for handgun purchases is unconstitutional.

S3E3: The Arvada Colorado Incident

By Riley Bowman / July 28, 2021

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss and break down the incident that happened in Arvada, Colorado on June 21, 2021 and claimed the lives of Officer Gordon Beesley and Good Samaritan Johnny Hurley. What went wrong? What went right? What can we learn from this and use as a lesson learned to do better in the future? Tune in!

Trigger Reset Simplified : 3 (or More) Reasons Why Everything You Know About it is Probably Wrong

By Riley Bowman / July 28, 2021

A recent online post reminded me of something that I’ve sort of taken for granted. However, it wasn’t long ago that a discussion with a world-class shooter challenged and ultimately…

S3E2: News and Gear Reviews – Why is the Block19 Catching so Much Hate?

By Riley Bowman / July 22, 2021

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest industry news. We discuss some recent data about the rise in gun sales correlated with gun violence, we wonder how the State of New York can get away with passing laws that go against current US law, and we take a look at the Culper Precision and their new Block19 that ALMOST came to market.

S3E1: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Shot by Police While Trying to do the Right Thing

By Riley Bowman / July 13, 2021

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES (Defensive Gun Uses) including a great example of a young 12-year-old boy stepping in to save the day. Plus we’ll talk about somethings that didn’t go so well including the unfortunate death of Johnny Hurley in the Olde Town Arvada shooting

S2E18: Season 2 Recap and Wrap-up

By Riley Bowman / July 8, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster are excited to bring to you our first season recap and wrap-up episode. We will review top moments and topics from Season 2 and share our biggest takeaways. We look forward to Season 3 kicking off next week!

S2E17: 7 Criteria For A Quick Access Safe

By Riley Bowman / July 6, 2021

Jacob and Matthew talk about the unique criteria to use when shopping for quick access safes. The majority of the safes on the market don’t set you up for success so this discussion will help you navigate the marketplace and be prepared to respond effectively in an emergency.

S2E16: Carrying a Gun While Injured or Disabled

By Riley Bowman / July 1, 2021

Riley Bowman and Spencer Keepers of Keepers Concealment discuss the various considerations that must be made and accommodated for when a person is injured, disabled, or recovering from surgery. This is not something that is often discussed or even on a lot of people’s minds…until it affects them.