Podcast
Episode 234: Spencer Keepers – “Big Guys Can Appendix Carry Too!”
Today Riley and Jacob interview Spencer Keepers of Keepers Concealment, purveyor of top-quality holsters, world-class shooter and defensive firearms instructor. He is well-known for his expertise in carrying concealed in the appendix inside waistband (AIWB) position. He specializes in teaching students the best practices, tips and tricks of carrying in the position especially if you are a person of larger stature. He also touches on DA/SA guns, which are seeing something of a renaissance lately. This episode is like a free 1-hour session with him as your private instructor. Enjoy!
Episode 233: Big Time Gun Control Coming to New Jersey
Today Riley and Jacob cover the latest in industry news, legislative updates, and share this week’s top JUSTIFIED SAVE stories from around America. Plus you won’t want to miss this week’s Case of the Week from attorney Andrew Branca of Law of Self-Defense where we learn what can potentially happen when your fired shots miss an attacker and strike innocent bystanders.
Episode 232: Choosing the Right Gun for You With Jeff Gonzales
Today Riley and Jacob interview Jeff Gonzales for the second time on the Concealed Carry Podcast! We cover some great topics including handgun choice and size, finding quality training, and also protecting the profession of firearms training by raising quality and providing more resources such as through the new Firearms Trainers Association, a collaborative effort from 5 titans of the industry: Ken Hackathorn, Larry Vickers, Jeff Gonzales, Dave Spaulding and Scott Reidy. Exciting stuff, plus Jeff is always a pleasure to hear from.
Episode 231: Maybe Appendix Carry Isn’t Safe After All
Today Riley and Jacob share the latest news, stories and information from the firearms and concealed carry industry. Today’s news features stories about the recent assault weapons ban in Boulder, Colorado; the Santa Fe, Texas school shooting; the gun control debate rages on “healthier” than ever including the call to ban “ghost guns” as well. But more importantly we share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES that have occurred and what lessons we can take from those!
Episode 230: Getting Kids Into Shooting From a Young Age
Today Riley and Matthew interview Nami and her dad. She is a 12-year-old girl who is being taught from an early age about firearm safety, shooting, and is getting into competition shooting as well. Nami and her parents have also received some criticism for encouraging her to pursue the firearms sports. We’ll ask about that as well.
Episode 229: Shooting Clowns Through Drive Thru Windows
Today Jacob and Matthew share the latest in concealed carry and firearm-related news from across America. Get your weekly fix for the best in news and info that is designed to educate and inform you to be better prepared to defend yourself and your loved ones! Today’s episode also features the latest from attorney Andrew Branca as he breaks down self-defense law and legal cases that affect you! Also, don’t miss today’s JUSTIFIED SAVE stories. This ever popular segment of the podcast shares the real-life stories of people that were forced to defend against deadly threats and attacks.
Episode 228: The Santa Shooter, JUSTIFIED SAVE Live Interview
Today’s episode is a special interview with Marcus Allen Weldon, also known as The Santa Shooter. Marcus had to defend himself and a friend from a violent man with a gun but then later found himself being charged with attempted murder!! He shares his story about the DGU itself, the aftermath, and the path to freedom as he fought to defend himself in the court system!
Episode 227: Can Americans Ditch Guns the Way We Ditched Cigarettes?
Today Riley and Jacob share the latest news, stories and information from the firearms and concealed carry industry. Today’s news features stories about the recent assault weapons ban in Boulder, Colorado; the Santa Fe, Texas school shooting; the gun control debate rages on “healthier” than ever including the call to ban “ghost guns” as well. But more importantly we share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES that have occurred and what lessons we can take from those!
Episode 226: Empowering, Educating and Entertaining Gun Owners With Adam Painchaud
Today’s episode is a special interview with Adam Painchaud of E3 Firearms Association and formerly of Sig Sauer Academy. We discuss distance and online learning and how to balance it with in-person training. We dive into some of the amazing things E3 Firearms Association is doing and what benefits joining the association brings to its members. We think it’s well worth it, and Adam has a lot to offer as an experienced instructor and leader.
Episode 225: Ethos of the Warrior Poet with John Lovell
Today’s episode is PACKED!! Now, it is not our normal Tuesday News Episode. We decided to change it up and play back the interview Jacob and I recently did at the NRA Show together with John Lovell talking about the Warrior Poet Society, what it’s all about, and what we can all do better to be more educated, more responsible, and better prepared, self-defense-minded people. I know you’re going to enjoy this discussion with John. Also, we do still have this week’s Case of the Week from attorney Andrew Branca from the Law of Self Defense. Plus!…Riley answers a question that came in after our most recent episode, the interview with Nicholas Ring who shot and killed an intruder in his apartment.
BONUS Episode: Dude Fired 9 Shots to Stop a Home Intruder
This morning Riley interviews the man who was forced to defend himself in his apartment late one night in March 2016. A random criminal, a random apartment, but Nicholas Ring was ready to defend himself. We will hear the story firsthand, what went right, what went wrong, what could have been done better. And what has life been like for Nicholas in the aftermath?
Episode 224: Anti-gunners’ Heads EXPLODED When They Heard Him
Today’s episode will knock your socks off as Riley interviews Virginia Delegate and 2018 U.S. Senate candidate Nick Freitasabout finding a path forward in this current battle over the 2nd Amendment. Delegate Freitas recently garnered a lot of attention with a viral video of a speech he gave in the Virginia House of Delegates in support of the 2nd, but more importantly he made a solid case for the need for proper and logical debate on the issues.
Episode 223: NRA Show Wrap-up & Springfield Separates From Dick’s
Today Riley, Jacob and Matthew talk about the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits that our team just returned from. We share our favorite things from the show. Plus we’ll be talking about some updates in the news from the NRA, Bank of America and Remington, and several jaw-dropping JUSTIFIED SAVE news stories. Plus don’t miss the news from Springfield Armory that has announced they will no longer do business with Dick’s Sporting Goods, PLUS…the National Shooting Sports Foundation has expelled the retailer from their ranks of member businesses!!
Episode 222: Talking Gun Modifications with Bruce Gagneaux of Primary Machine
Today Riley and Matthew talk with Bruce Gagneaux of Primary Machine about slide milling, optics cuts, and other pistol customization ideas. Are modifications like these okay for a carry gun? Are they even practical? Lot’s of good questions to get answers to in today’s episode!
Episode 221: Banks, State Governments and Ammo Companies
Today Riley and Matthew cover a bunch of news stories including some about out of control banking companies and schools and state governments. We also highlight the response from pro-gun states and ammunition companies. Plus, are you being careful about the public places you frequent and how you are preparing yourself to defend yourself if the need arises? Two stories today carry some critical lessons that every gun owner should hear.