Podcast
Episode 366: Real-World Ballistics – Defensive Ammo that has Proven Itself with Dave Spaulding
Today, Riley talks with Dave Spaulding of Handgun Combatives about ammunition options and effectiveness. Recently, Dave “broke the internet” when posting what he’s found over decades of research and studying of the issues. We’ll talk about how Dave has accumulated all of his data and what it means for responsible defenders. It should be an awesome episode. Tune in!
Episode 365: Don’t Need an AR? This Pregnant Mother Disagrees!
Today Riley and Matthew cover the latest stories from around the USA in the firearms and concealed carry communities. Today is our JUSTIFIED SAVES Edition and we’re talking about how one construction worker defended himself against an attacker, how one pregnant mother used an AR15 to defend her family, and more! Join in and listen!
Episode 364: Reasons to Get a Permit Even With Constitutional Carry
Today, Riley and Jacob discuss all the various reasons for obtaining a CCW permit even if you live in a state with constitutional carry. And what about those that say “concealed means concealed” and “the Second Amendment is my permit?” Should a person even bother getting a permit at all even where required by the law? Good questions prompting solid discussion today!
Episode 363: Alarming Pattern of Cops Shooting Homeowners
3 recent incidents around the country paint a picture of a concerning pattern. Essentially situations in which Law Enforcement officers responding to a private residence end up shooting the armed homeowner. Brian and Jacob break down these incidents and discuss things we can do to minimize the odds of this kind of tragedy in our own homes.
Episode 362: How to Not Mistake Your Loved Ones as Intruders
Riley and Jacob discuss six core tactics you should be deploying in any potential home defense scenario to ensure NOT ONLY that you don’t accidentally shoot the wrong person but that you also maximize your odds of success should you have a real threat.
Episode 361: California’s Onslaught of Anti-Gun Legislation
Today Riley and Matthew cover the latest stories from around the USA about firearms and concealed carry related legislation, laws, gun control, etc. Today we’ll be talking about the insane amount of gun control coming out of California recently as signed by Governor Newsom, plus some pivotal cases in the courts, and we break down an interesting and potentially confusing case dealing with the definition of 80% receivers.
Episode 360: All About Ankle Carry and Other Non-Traditional Carry Methods
Today, Riley and Matthew discuss carrying concealed on your ankle and other less common carry methods. This is a topic that probably doesn’t get enough attention, so we decided it was time.
Episode 359: Optics, Kids & Guns with James Yeager
Today, Riley shares the interview he did with James Yeager while sitting down together at the Lucid Optics 2019 Ballistics Summit at the NRA Whittington Center. We had a great time discussing pistol optics, getting kids started with proper firearms education, and whatever else the conversation led us to.
Episode 358: Talking Tactical Polka Dots with Cheryl Todd
Today, Riley talks with Cheryl Todd of Gun Freedom Radio. Cheryl is a passionate Second Amendment advocate who talks about important 2A issues each week on her radio show. Cheryl is also the owner of AZFirearms.com a gun dealer in the Phoenix, AZ area. We will be talking about gun rights, women in the shooting sports, and the upcoming 2nd Amendment Rally in D.C. on November 2nd.
Episode 357: News & Gear Reviews – Springfield Armory Hellcat
Today Riley and Matthew talk about some new products coming to market including some new sights from XS Sights AND we hear Riley’s first take after some hands-on with the new Springfield Armory Hellcat! Matthew chimes in with his own review of the Archon Type B pistol, a very intriguing design!
Episode 356: Dallas Man Arrested After Shooting Burglar
After Jacob gets off his soap box he and Matthew review recent news stories in which gun owners defended themselves. Some really awesome and few examples of what not to do. Join in and listen!
Episode 355: Big Guys Can Appendix, Too! – Spencer Keepers
Today, Riley talks with Spencer Keepers of Keepers Concealment. Spencer has become known as the “Appendix Carry Guy.” His company makes arguably the best AIWB holsters on the market (some of the models can be carried in other positions as well). But Spencer is also a really good shooter, too, having just recently earned his SECOND Turbo Pin (don’t know what that is?…we’ll talk about it)! Should be a great episode today!
Episode 354: “I Will Not Comply!”
Today Riley and Matthew cover the latest stories from around the USA about firearms and concealed carry related legislation, laws, gun control, etc. Today we’ll be talking about the current push to ban “assault weapons,” create mandatory buyback programs, registration, licensing, and red flag laws. Plus we’ll talk about the testimony in front of a House Judiciary Committee given yesterday by Dianna Muller and her clarion call of “I will not comply!”
Episode 353: Learning Concealed Carry the HARD WAY with Jeff Gonzales
Today, Riley talks with Jeff Gonzales, former Navy SEAL, Founder of Trident Concepts, LLC, and Director of Training at The Range at Austin. Jeff has a unique story of how he first learned how to carry a gun concealed, and he had to learn a lot of lessons the hard way. Today our goal will be to learn what sorts of mistakes and troubles we should avoid, and we’ll also talk about the Concealed Carry Instructor Development Course Riley recently attended as taught by Jeff and do a little After Action Report (AAR) about it and some stuff Riley learned.
Episode 352: Open Carry, Good?
Today, Riley and Jacob discuss a sometimes controversial subject–the concept of open carry. There are many gun owners that prefer to practice this method of carrying a gun. Are they good ambassadors? Is it a sound tactic? What’s the right approach?
