Riley Bowman
Episode 143: Study Claims “Good Guy With a Gun” Is Bogus
Riley and Jacob cover the latest stories in the concealed carry and firearms industry world including some important legal updates out of a DC Circuit Court on the issue of the right of publicly carrying a firearm. Will this ruling make it to the Supreme Court paving the way for a more definitive constitutional interpretation? We’ll see. Speaking of the Supreme Court…several state attorneys general are asking the nation’s high court to reverse the decision allowing law enforcement to infringe on citizens’ 4th Amendment protections against unreasonable search simply because they have a firearm. Does having a firearm automatically mean a person is to be deemed “dangerous?” Finally, don’t miss the incredible JUSTIFIED stories in today’s episode as well as the Vice.com story reporting on the study that they claim debunks the theory that “the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun.”
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Episode 142: 9 Obvious Ways to Tell Pro’s From Amateurs
Some of the ways professionals most definitely distinguish themselves from amateur CCWers, or in other words, what are some of the “noob” mistakes that are made. Listen in and make sure you’re not making these mistakes today! Press ‘PLAY’ above to listen now!
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Episode 141: Is President Trump Secretly Pro-Gun Control??
Riley and Jacob cover the latest stories in the concealed carry and firearms industry world including some important updates out of Michigan where a childcare fight in the courts is resulting in the taking away of 2nd Amendment rights. House Speaker Paul Ryan makes it clear that he’s not just for reciprocity for members of congress, but he wants reciprocity for all law-abiding citizens. Statistics show that CCW permits are soaring among some non-traditional demographic groups. And besides 5 thrilling JUSTIFIED stories, we examine President Trump’s new Communications Director and whether this is a sign that Trump is really a closet gun control supporter.
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Episode 140: Questions From Listeners-Carrying While Chambered and More!
Riley and Jacob take some time out of the normal schedule of things to answer some questions that have been recently submitted by listeners. Carrying with a round in the chamber, pocket holsters, carrying concealed while biking or doing other physical activities, and printing are some of the topics covered in today’s episode. Thanks to Brian, Jesse and Bert for submitting your questions to the podcast!
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Episode 139: Wins and Losses in Self-Defense Shootings
Riley and Jacob cover a TON of stories in our most loaded news episode yet! More than half-a-dozen legislative updates and general interest stories, plus five–yes, FIVE–justified stories today! Don’t miss it!
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Episode 138: The ULTIMATE Concealed Carry Beginner’s Guide – Part 1
After receiving an email from a listener, Riley and Jacob were inspired to respond directly to that email with this episode today which has become the ULTIMATE guide for a beginning CCWer. We were asked to cover some subjects that newer CCWers need to know that they might not always figure out right away. Although fundamental information, we are confident newer and more experienced shooters alike will find value in this episode.
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How to Defend Yourself in a Large Crowd
But what are you to do if you are in a situation that calls for response, in order to keep yourself or others safe, if there are innocents surrounding you on all sides? In this article we are going to take a look at some methods for how to handle a situation in a crowd
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Episode 137: Man Sits on Cocked Gun, Shoots Self in Genitals
Riley and Matthew talk about the latest in national and state legislative issues including one Oregon law that just passed through the state house heading for the governor’s desk that WILL result in the confiscation of guns without due process!! Meanwhile on a more positive front, new legislation is introduced that goes even further than the Hearing Protection Act that would completely deregulate silencers in the federal law–the SHUSH Act looks very promising as far as legislation is concerned, but does it stand a chance in the U.S. House and Senate? Finally, don’t miss the crazy story where one man gets shot in the “crown jewels” when he sits down on his loaded gun!
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Episode 135: The History of Self-Defense
Today Riley invites Dr. Steve Adams onto the podcast to talk about the history of self-defense. What sort of rights did people have during the Dark Ages and up through Colonial America while still under the rule of King George III? What important role did John Locke and other great philosophers play in shaping the thoughts and ideologies of our Founding Fathers? Was the 2nd Amendment just a convenient idea that made it into the Bill of Rights? Or did it serve a greater and much more intentional purpose? Riley and Dr. Adams break it all down and discuss the influences behind the 2nd Amendment and the right to self-defense. We hope this episode is enjoyable and especially relevant for you on Independence Day!
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Episode 133: Lessons Learned From the Philando Castile Shooting Video
Riley and Jacob cover the latest stories in the concealed carry and firearms industry world including some important updates out of Nevada and Oregon as far as reciprocity is concerned, Illinois is cracking down on violent offenders, one man credits his training with being able to stop a violent bear attack. Meanwhile military snipers are taking out ISIS fighters from 2.2 miles away and setting records in the process. But you don’t want to miss the CRAZY story about a Utah man that has to defend himself and his two teenage sons from a naked drunk man that just won’t give up even after the homeowner has to draw down on the man! Trust us, this one’s a doozy!
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Nexbelt Leather Concealed Carry Gun Belt Review [VIDEO]
Nexbelt: A Gun Belt For the Modern Times? Every so often a product comes along that has the capability of really changing your world … and by that, I mean…
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Episode 132: Interview with Rob Leatham – Jerk the Trigger the Right Way!
Today is a special episode together with Rob Leatham where Riley and Jacob sit down with him to talk about Rob’s philosophy and secrets behind shooting accurately and shooting fast! After listening to Rob you’ll see that there’s really only 3 things you need to be concerned with in order to master these skills. One of the things that might surprise some shooters is Rob’s advocacy for jerking the trigger–but it’s about learning to jerk the trigger correctly! Don’t forget that Rob Leatham is also our special guest for this month’s Guardian Nation Live Broadcast. Learn more at www.guardiannation.com.
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UPDATED: New NRA Carry Guard Courses Not Allowing 1911’s?
The NRA’s new Carry Guard program has a lot of hype and marketing behind it. As a self-defense insurance program first, they are now launching their new training courses as well. But these training courses come with an interesting caveat…no revolvers and no 1911 pistols!
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Episode 131: After Congressional Baseball Shooting, Is It Time For National Reciprocity?
Riley and Jacob talk about the coverage surrounding the recent congressional baseball shooting in D.C. Some lawmakers are proposing that they pass legislation allowing them to be treated much like federal law enforcement and be able to carry concealed even in gun-restrictive jurisdictions like Washington D.C. We can’t help but wonder if it isn’t the time to really get serious about passing a National Reciprocity bill?! Also discussion about 3 traumatic JUSTIFIED defensive gun uses that you won’t want to miss!
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Episode 130: Disappearing Act – Becoming the ‘Gray Man’
Enjoy today’s episode from Riley together with a new guest host, Eric Ward, a talented firearms instructor from Houston, Texas. As a long time podcast listener, Eric proposed the idea of talking about “gray man” tactics and the importance they play in the lives of CCWers. Want to know how to blend in with your environment? Want to know what are some of the best clothing choices and holster choices to accomplish this?
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