Podcast
Ep406: UFC Fighter Anthony Smith Shows What Real-Life Fights Are Really Like
Riley and Matthew discuss the recent interview pro UFC fighter Anthony Smith gave on ESPN about his home invasion incident. There are so many lessons that all the rest of us can learn from his experience especially when we put into context the skill level of Anthony Smith where it comes to fighting and subduing people and how difficult it was for him to put a stop to the threat against him and his family. This is a compelling story you won’t want to miss!
Episode 405: JUSTIFIED SAVES – A Wild Month
Today Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen joins forces to talk about a wild month of justified save instances. It ranges from disabled women defending their home against burglars to a CCWer stopping a potential mass killing event to concealed carriers assisting police successfully and one, unfortunately, unsuccessfully. Many lessons are about to be learned, so be sure to tune in!
Ep404: Shooting and Moving with Purpose
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster tackle the subject of shooting and moving. Sometimes the terminology “get off the X” is used when describing what defensive shooters should do. What does this mean? Is it really as simple as taking a sidestep on the draw, or is there more to it than that?
Episode 403: Handling Traffic Stops With Law Enforcement
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster revisit a topic from WAY back in episode 3 of the Concealed Carry Podcast–we talk about how to handle yourself as a concealed carrier during traffic stops.
Episode 402: Defending Yourself During Civil Unrest or Societal Collapse
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss talk about tactical and legal considerations for situations for defending you and your family when societal unrest and potential collapse are creating security problems. This episode is not so much about COVID-19, but the recent pandemic is a great opportunity to look at this type of situation because it could happen again. Let’s be ready for it!
Episode 401: Bugging In – Are You Prepared?
Matthew and Jacob discuss a range of topics relating to bugging in. Being prepared to sustain your family for a long period and defend your home from exterior threats.
Episode 400: New Gun Owner’s Checklist
So…you bought a gun…now what? Today, Riley Bowman, Jacob Paulsen, and Matthew Maruster get the whole gang together to talk about where and how to get started as gun owners. Even if you’ve owned guns your entire life, chances are there’s something in this episode you didn’t think of or know about.
Episode 399: COVID-19’s Effect on Gun Rights
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss legislative news and updates across the U.S. especially where COVID-19 is having an impact on citizens’ 2nd Amendment rights. We also talk about the latest Shooter Ready Challenge and how to use transitions effectively to shoot multiple targets like a plate rack!
Episode 398: Buying Guns Online
When was the last time you bought a gun online. Thinking about Jacob’s most recent experience we discuss the legal considerations and how buying online can still support local gun dealers.
Episode 397: 27 Stats on How Criminals Get Guns
A recent report from the department of justice provides some insights about how effective gun laws are at preventing criminals from obtaining firearms. Riley and Matthew review those stats and an article from an anti-gun website…
Episode 395: To Safety or Not To Safety
Riley and Matthew tackle the topic of handgun safeties. Different styles both active and passive and when and how to leverage them appropriately. Based on several submitted questions by listeners this topic is important both for the novice and experienced CCWer!
Episode 394: 10 Tips on Carrying Concealed With Rich Brown
Today we host Rich Brown, of The American Warrior Society and discuss a recent article he published about 10 core Tips to Carrying Concealed. Don’t be deceived by the title, there are some great and critical insights hidden in the dialogue!
Episode 393: Justified or Not Justified. You Decide
Today’s justified segment will leave you wondering if all these gun owners are indeed justified. Jacob and Matthew tell the story and leave it up to you to decide!
Episode 392: Drawing the Gun in Compromised Positions
Have you ever cleared your gun and worked through drawing it from your holster in various compromised positions? Today, Riley and Jacob review some of the safety and tactical considerations relating to those kinds of holster draws.
Episode 391: Trauma Care Summit Wrapup
A live Q&A broadcast that was aired in February 2020 as a wrapup to the Trauma Care Summit. Riley and Jacob Paulsen discuss what makes up a good medkit, how they made the decisions about what is included in the Mountain Man Medical Trauma Kits and take questions from the live audience.
