Podcast
S8E8: Maximizing Your Learning at Training Events with Mickey Schuch
Jacob sits down with Mickey Schuch of CarryTrainer to discuss different types of training events, the values of each, and some tips to maximize your return on the investment. They talk about Mickey’s S12 event as well as the annual Guardian Conference and how different these events can be.
Read MoreS8E7: Don’t Blast Away AT Targets
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the problem some shooters have of blasting away AT targets instead of picking a specific aiming point and SHOOTING the target. We talk about this in the context of the Steel Challenge stage known as “Smoke and Hope.”
Read MoreS8E6: Fostering Growth and Success Through Building Diverse 2A Communities
Riley Bowman sits down with three fellow members of “The Tribe,” which is a community of like-minded but diverse shooters and gun carriers. It is made up of all ages from 22 to 62, all sorts of races and ethnicities, varying socioeconomic backgrounds, and a variety of careers and employment types including farmers, welders, HVAC techs, cops, retail workers, etc.
Read MoreS8E5: The Battle over Gun Registration & Assault Weapon Ban Rages On
Jacob and Matthew review 7 recent stories that affect your gun rights and the gun industry at large. The ATF is being called out, judges are making important decisions, and those in Constitutional Carry States are getting an important reminder.
Read MoreS8E4: Drawing Your Pistol With Cold Weather Gear
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the idea of practicing drawing your pistol when wearing things like coats, jackets, and hoodie. This was recently featured on the latest Shooter Ready Challenge. Check it out at https://www.shooterreadychallenge.com and tune into today’s episode!
Read MoreS8E3: SHOT Show 2023 RECAP
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster recently returned from SHOT Show! In this episode we talk about all the cool new gadgets and gizmos we saw at the show, what we liked, what we didn’t, and what are some of the trends we can expect to see in 2023
Read MoreS8E2: “Can it be Used Against Me?” with Don West
Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen sit down with Don West, National Trial Counsel of CCW Safe, to discuss common ideas that people have about what can and cannot be used effectively against a person in a defense trial. Tune in!
Read MoreS8E1: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Maintenance Worker Mistaken for Intruder, Shot and Killed
Today we have plenty to discuss as we break down multiple events including carjackings, attempted robberies, home invasions, and more. Plus we discuss the Texas incident where a maintenance worker was shot and killed after being mistaken for a home intruder by an apartment resident.
Read MoreS7E22: Your 2023 Training Plan
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster talk about the upcoming New Year, and what that means for a lot of people is reflection on this past year, looking forward to the future, and setting (and hopefully accomplishing) goals. What are your 2023 concealed carry, shooting, and training goals? How are you going to achieve and measure those?
Read MoreS7E21: Transitions on Single Value Targets
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the idea of practicing TQ application in dry fire practice. This was recently featured on the latest Shooter Ready Challenge. Check it out at https://www.shooterreadychallenge.com and tune into today’s episode!
Read MoreS7E20: News & Reviews – “Smith and Wesson’s Big Mistake”
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest industry news. We bring news stories about some new products coming to market, discuss some other relevant industry news including a new pistol from Ruger, as well as some legislative news including a win out of Oregon…but the fight there rages on. Plus don’t miss our take on Smith & Wesson’s most recent release.
Read MoreBIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Podcast Changes
Today, Riley, Matthew, and Jacob communicate some upcoming changes to the Concealed Carry Podcast including the publishing and recording schedule. After over 600 episodes of the podcast we are pleased to continue to bring important information to today’s gun owners but some important changes are necessary to allow us to continue!
Read MoreS7E19: TSAP – Tourniquet Self-Application Practice
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the idea of practicing TQ application in dry fire practice. This was recently featured on the latest Shooter Ready Challenge. Check it out at https://www.shooterreadychallenge.com and tune into today’s episode!
Read MoreS7E18: Managing Risk in a Violent World
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster talk about the concept of managing risk and living our lives how we want to in a violent world. Whether it’s attending concerts, church, crowded public events, or visiting our favorite venue in that less desirable part of town…living life comes with certain risks regardless of what we do. So how can we live our best lives while assessing and managing risk?
Read MoreS7E17: JUSTIFIED SAVES – A Young Child Saved by Good Samaritan With a Gun
Today we have plenty to discuss as we break down multiple events including carjackings, attempted robberies, home invasions, and more. Plus we discuss the Georgia incident where a young child was taken by force and about to be murdered when a bystander stepped in with the save through the defensive use of a firearm.
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