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S13E22: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Whose Fight Is It?
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.
Read MoreS13E19: Justified Saves – The Armed Citizen Erased From History
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.
Read MoreArmed Marine Veteran Helps Stop Memorial Drive Shooter
A state trooper and an armed Marine veteran ended an active shooter on Cambridge’s Memorial Drive in minutes. The tactical lesson is worth studying.
Read MoreSan Diego Mosque Shooting: Lessons in Security and Skill
Three killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego. What the attack — and the Center’s security investments — tell us about preparation and the limits of skill.
Read MoreAkron Road Rage Shooting: What This Defensive Gun Use Teaches Concealed Carriers
A DoorDash driver in Akron, Ohio returned fire after occupants of a stolen vehicle shot through his windshield during a road rage attack. We break down the legal decisions he got right, the vehicle gunfight tactics every concealed carrier should know, and what to do in the 60 seconds after a defensive shooting.
Read MoreWhat Four Recent Doorway Shootings Teach Armed Homeowners
Real-world analysis of four recent doorway shootings and the critical lessons for armed homeowners. Learn when deadly force is justified, why you shouldn’t shoot through doors, and how our Door Ambush and Complete Home Defense courses can help you make the right decisions.
Read MoreS12E11: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Woman Saves Herself From S*x Assault With Her G*n
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we discuss the critical importance of defensive gun use through real-life Justified Saves stories. We explore incidents that underscore firearm safety, decision-making in road rage confrontations, and the complexities of domestic disputes.
Read MoreCitizens—Armed and Unarmed—Stop Mass Stabbing at Michigan Walmart
Eleven people were stabbed at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan—but thanks to quick action by armed and unarmed citizens, the attacker was stopped before police arrived.
Read MoreS11E17: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Workplace Shooting Stopped by Co-Worker
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we examine self-defense rights for individuals aged 18 to 20 amidst varying state laws. We discuss the federal restrictions on handgun purchases, recent legislative changes in states like Iowa and Colorado, and the implications of significant court rulings on age-based carry rights.
Read MoreArmed Dog Walker Ends Deadly Knife Attack in Spokane
A peaceful dog walk turned into a fight for survival when a knife-wielding attacker charged an innocent man. Thankfully, the man was armed, acted fast, and likely prevented more bloodshed.
Read MoreArmy Medic Returns Fire and Saves Life with Improvised Chest Seal
When gunfire erupted outside his home, Army medic Sgt. Brian Lieberman grabbed a gun, engaged the shooter, and saved a wounded teen using an improvised chest seal. His actions earned the Soldier’s Medal—and saved lives.
Read MoreS11E12: Defending the Driveway – Self-defense Lessons From the Last 30 Days
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we examine recent self-defense incidents tied mostly to vehicle thefts and the risks involved in confronting criminals. We discuss cases from Tulsa, Baton Rouge, and Manitou Springs, highlighting the rapid escalation of conflicts and the dangers of direct engagement with thieves.
Read MoreDefensive Gun Use Roundup: March 2025
A roundup of 33 defensive gun use incidents from March 2025, highlighting armed citizens who protected themselves or others in response to crimes like home invasions, assaults, and robberies.
Read MoreA Morning Walk Turned Gunfight: How a Chicago Concealed Carrier Interrupted a Carjacking
A 66-year-old concealed carrier intervened in a Chicago carjacking, exchanging gunfire with masked suspects. He was wounded but likely stopped a more dangerous outcome.
Read MoreA Tale of Two Driveway Shootings
Two similar “driveway shootings” show starkly different outcomes—one homeowner shoots a suspect, another is wounded—highlighting the risks of confronting criminals.
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