Riley Bowman

S13E23: New & Easy Resources for Concealed Carriers

By Riley Bowman / June 17, 2026

We discuss major updates to ConcealedCarry.com, including a site reorganization that consolidates tools and resources into clearer sections and makes navigation and search easier across the platform.

S13E22: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Whose Fight Is It?

By Riley Bowman / June 12, 2026

We review a monthly set of justified save cases to discuss decision-making in defensive gun use incidents, including questions about who was the initial aggressor and when a threat had ended.

S13E21: Legislative Updates – The Glock Wars

By Riley Bowman / June 3, 2026

In this episode we cover a range of legislative and legal developments affecting firearms owners, including Colorado’s permit-to-purchase system and similar proposals in states such as New York, California, Illinois, and Maryland. We also discuss a New Jersey subpoena for…

S13E20: Avoid These Top Trauma Training & Gear Mistakes

By Riley Bowman / May 27, 2026

We talk about common mistakes people make with trauma gear and trauma training in a concealed carry context. We discuss what a basic trauma kit should include, why compact bleeding-control kits matter, and why proper…

S13E19: Justified Saves – The Armed Citizen Erased From History

By Riley Bowman / May 22, 2026

We cover a Texas home intrusion, a Mississippi shooting followed by a later return attack, and a Nashville burglary that turned into a struggle over a gun. We also discuss a store ambush in Las Vegas where bystanders intervened, and a Cambridge shooting where a concealed carrier helped stop an armed attacker.

S13E18: Carrying in Your Vehicle – Best Practices & Biggest Mistakes

By Riley Bowman / May 16, 2026

Riley and Jacob are here to talk about carrying a gun while in your vehicle. What do people get right? What do they often get wrong? What sorts of things can make your life easier and more capable of defending while in and around your vehicle?

S13E17: Harmful Phrases w/ Matt Little of Greybeard Actual

By Riley Bowman / May 5, 2026

Today, Riley Bowman brings Matt Little back on the show to talk about overused and cliché phrases that are often well-meaning but ultimately can be false and/or harmful. We discuss what these phrases are and whether there is a better way. Tune in because you don’t wanna miss!

Dry Fire for HK Pistols: Tools, Techniques, and Tips

By Riley Bowman / May 1, 2026

Riley Bowman breaks down every dry fire option for HK pistol owners — from a $10 barrel block to the Cool Fire Trainer — plus a step-by-step draw stroke methodology you can start today.

S13E16: The Third Option – Why Shooting to Kill or Wound is Wrong

By Riley Bowman / April 28, 2026

We argue that defensive shooting should prioritize stopping the threat rather than taking a life, advocating for a mindset centered around protecting oneself and others. By sharing real-world examples and drawing from recent training insights…

S13E15: Stop Fighting Your Gun – The Mindset Shift to Passive Recoil Management

By Riley Bowman / April 16, 2026

Today we’re unpacking the whole thing — including a concept called Passive Recoil Management and why it might be the single biggest technical mindset shift you can make as a handgun shooter. If you’ve ever felt like your recoil control was your ceiling — this episode is for you. Tune in so you don’t miss!

S13E14: When Stand Your Ground Doesn’t Stand Up

By Riley Bowman / April 12, 2026

What we’re doing today is the practical, legal deep dive that every carrier actually needs: what SYG actually does, what it doesn’t do, how the immunity process works, and what real-world cases — good and bad — teach us.

S13E13: Where’s Your Gun Right Now?…Concealed Carry Positions

By Riley Bowman / April 4, 2026

We evaluate various positions including waistband options and less common positions like cross-draw, pocket carry, and ankle carry, weighing their pros and cons to guide listeners in finding what suits their needs.

S13E12: JUSTIFIED SAVES – When to Run Toward the Threat

By Riley Bowman / March 25, 2026

In this episode, we examine critical self-defense scenarios and the complexities surrounding firearms use. We look at road rage incidents, active shooter incidents, some home invasions, and the synagogue attack in Michigan

S13E11: Legislative Updates – The Courts Are Listening…But So Is Virginia’s Governor

By Riley Bowman / March 20, 2026

We analyze significant events, highlighting victories like Wyoming’s new laws lowering the carry permit age and recognizing firearm rights, alongside critical challenges in Virginia, where proposed anti-gun bills threaten to impose restrictions.

S13E10: All About Belts for Concealed Carry

By Riley Bowman / March 12, 2026

We cover key features of a good concealed carry belt, including load distribution, reinforcement methods, and the balance between stiffness and comfort. Additionally, we highlight the significance of low-profile buckles to avoid printing.