Safety
Episode 92: Myth or Fact? CCWer Mistakes Another CCWer for Bad Guy
We’ve had a few podcast listeners request that we do an episode where we discuss the potential issues for friendly fire during deadly force encounters. While these sorts of situations are EXTREMELY rare (we, to date, have not been able to find one single instance where one concealed carrier shot another mistaking them as the bad guy while trying to stop a threat), this is still a relevant topic that Riley and Jacob provide some insight and suggestions on. Tune in!
Read MoreEpisode 88: SHOT Show 2017 First Impressions
The boys are attending SHOT Show 2017 this week in Las Vegas doing their best to bring to you up-to-date news and info on the industry’s latest and greatest products and innovations. Riley and Jacob share the pistols, rifles, holsters, training products and other accessories that have surprised and impressed them over the first couple of days of the show. Check it out and listen now!!
Read MoreEpisode 87: Interview With Top Shot Gary Quesenberry
On this episode Riley and Jacob interview Homeland Security Agent and 2-time Top Shot competitor Gary Quesenberry. Trust me, you don’t wanna miss this one!!!
Read MoreEpisode 86: Busted at the Border – Interstate Travel
Riley just returned from an epic 3000+ mile road trip to Alabama and back, Jacob was on the road traveling as well, so our thoughts were recently on interstate travel and considerations that cannot be overlooked when packing heat and crossing state lines. Today the guys break a lot of it down plus recent lessons learned from their experiences. Check it out….
Read MoreEpisode 84: 17 Shooting Skills to Master in 2017
It’s a new year, and if you’re setting New Year’s resolutions, don’t forget to set some goals to become a better shooter and CCW’er! Today Jacob and Riley talk about 17 skills to master in 2017 that are absolutely essential!! Check it out….
Read MoreEpisode 83: 2016 Best of the Concealed Carry Podcast
We hope you have had a fantastic holiday season and wish you and yours a Happy New Year! Tune in to today’s episode for a “Best Of” the Concealed Carry Podcast from the past year. Thank you so much for all of your support of what we do here. It would not be possible without you!!
Read MoreEpisode 81: Uber Driver Stops Robbery
Florida is working towards passing open carry and allowing for on-campus carry in public schools; a prominent Atlanta attorney is in hot water after accidentally shooting his wife while riding in the car; a man accidentally discharges his weapon while trying to take a selfie in a strip club; the new CZ-USA P-10C striker-fired pistol; plus the story behind how one Uber driver lost his job because he defended himself from an armed robbery; plus more! Riley and Jacob do their best to keep it together after a little “holiday hangover” on today’s episode. Tune in now….
Read MoreEpisode 79: Man Accidentally Shoots His ‘Intruding’ Wife in the Ear!
We cover states passing pro-gun bills, more school districts allowing teachers to carry concealed on campuses to protect their students, how UPS managed to deliver a .50BMG rifle to the wrong address in New York State of all places, the ridiculous statement that Obama senior adviser Valerie Jarrett made about her grandfather. And don’t miss the story where one husband is surely in the dog house after mistaking his own wife as an intruder and somehow managed to shoot her in the ear!! Tune in now….
Read MoreEpisode 78: Santa Behind Bars? Giving Guns as Gifts
Guns are as popular as ever choices for giving to loved ones as gifts. What do you need to know to avoid legal trouble and drama? Don’t let the laws and ATF ruin your holidays by listening in to today’s episode!
Read MoreUPDATED: Buying Guns as Gifts – Law and Best Practices
In an effort to provide better information for our students and readers we’ve updated an older article on our website about the laws and best practices in buying guns as gifts.
Read MoreEpisode 76: What About Appendix Carry?
Just like there are many ways to “skin a cat,” there are many, MANY ways to carry a gun. Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) is just one of those, and it happens to get a lot of emotions stirred up either for or against it. It’s uncomfortable, the gun is pointing towards an “uncomfortable place,” I could shoot myself in the femoral artery, etc., are some of the reasons people will argue against it. But what are some of the pros of appendix carry, and do they outweigh the cons? Listen in on Riley and Matthew’s discussion to see what they think about it!
Read MoreEpisode 74: What Now? Dealing With the Gun AFTER It’s Been Used
Having to respond to a deadly threat will likely mean you are drawing your gun out of it’s holster. Whether or not shots are actually fired, there is sometimes quite a bit of debate on when and how it is appropriate reholster the weapon. Today Matthew Maruster joins Riley to discuss this as well as things surrounding the recent attack on Ohio State University’s campus. Matthew lives just a few minutes from the scene and has some thoughts on the matter. Listen in on Riley and Matthew’s discussion to found out these critical answers!
Read MoreIrresponsibility: 4 Year Old Gains Easy Access To Gun, Shoots Self and Mother
In Indianapolis, a tragic and easily avoidable accident occurred as a 4-year-old girl shot herself and her mother in the head Sunday morning on the city’s north side after the young girl got a hold of a gun from a nightstand.
Read MoreWhat to do if Your Gun is Taken From You in a Fight
As with holster retention, having to fight for your firearm while it is in your hand can be avoided by maintaining impeccable awareness. A situation of actual hand to hand combat can be avoided altogether if you are covering someone with a firearm and not get too close or never allow the target to approach close enough to…
Read MoreEpisode 67: Concerned Citizen Stops Criminal Pursuit
Today we talk about CRAZY cities doing CRAZY things against the 2nd Amendment and we talk about CRAZY people doing CRAZY things in the CRAZY cities! Also a couple of great JUSTIFIED stories to hopefully brighten your day! Listen in now…
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