Podcast
S8E12: The Power of Index Points on the Gun
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss how learning index points on the gun and how it is not only a safer practice but builds significant consistency with how we draw, present, and shoot the gun. This concept was recently featured as our monthly Shooter Ready Challenge.
S8E11: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Man Killed by Own Gun Taken From His Hip
Riley and Matthew share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES including the successes and the failures. Today we have plenty to discuss as we break down multiple events including carjackings, attempted robberies, home invasions, and more. Plus we discuss the Dekalb County, Georgia incident where a man had his gun taken from his hip and used against him.
S8E10: Protective Eyewear Masterclass with Pioneer Bret Hunter
Jacob sits down with Bret Hunter from TacticalRX. Bret is a true pioneer and innovator in the optometry space. In this chat, we discuss safety glasses in greater depth than you have ever before. You will learn some things you probably didn’t know!
S8E9: Firearms and Freedoms
Riley Bowman is joined by the whole crew including Jacob Paulsen and Matthew Maruster to discuss a new docuseries, “Firearms and Freedoms,” which is setting out to change the popular narrative surrounding firearms and American culture. We discuss these issues and how the docuseries can combat the problem.
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.
S8E7: 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.”
S8E6: 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.
S8E5: 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.
S8E4: 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!
S8E3: 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
S8E2: “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!
S8E1: 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.
S7E22: 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?
S7E21: 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!
S7E20: 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.
