Training
Episode 242: MEGA Q&A Session!!!
Today Riley and Matthew do a LONG OVERDUE Q&A session for podcast listeners. We will answer a BUNCH of listener-submitted questions that came in through the podcast question “hotline” as well as answer any questions from live Facebook viewers that we get. Tune in!!
Takeaways From the Ohio Triple Guardian Pistol Course
Late last year we started to roll out our Guardian Pistol Course curriculum. This past weekend, Riley and I taught the class at Impact Shooting Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Not…
How To Rack Your Semi-Automatic Slide [Video]
Think you can’t rack that slide? Try this. Lots of new shooters, especially women, limit their options for handguns because they think they can’t rack the slide. This essential pistol…
Episode 240: Fighting is More Than Shooting a Gun With James Yeager
Today Riley interviews James Yeager for the second time on the podcast together with special guest co-host, Buel Collins of Fiocchi Ammunition. We talk training, fighting, skill building, and James has some great advice for you instructors out there.
The Ultimate Dummy Ammunition Head to Head Review
Dry Fire Practice continues to grow among all levels of shooters as a way to increase skills without the high cost of live ammunition. Recently our own Matthew Maruster published…
How To Draw From Your Concealed Carry Ankle Holster
Ever think about carrying your firearm on your ankle? Under certain conditions, and for some people, it may be a great option. Frankly, few instructors are familiar with the method,…
3 Dry Fire Drills You Need
It is hard to say what are the best dry fire drills. But these drills are 3 that I use routinely in my dry fire practice routine. If you haven’t…
Episode 238: Interview With Shooting Powerhouse Couple Ryan and Dianna Muller
Today Riley interviews Ryan and Dianna Muller, pro-shooters and all around amazing people. Ryan is an engineer and does a lot of consulting work in the industry especially for F1 Firearms which are quite distinctive AR-15 platform rifles. Dianna does a lot of work with her organization, The DC Project. She also just recently returned from winning Gold in the Team Ladies Standard Division at the 2018 IPSC Shotgun World Shoot and Silver in the Individual Ladies Standard Division! She is also a retired police officer, so she understands both sides of the coin–competitive and defensive shooting. Ryan and Dianna have many tips and helpful ideas for shooters looking to get into the shooting sports and also experienced shooters looking to up their game.
2 Dangerous Home Defense Shotgun Myths
The internet is filled with truths, half truths, and zero truths. Sometimes deciphering the truth can be hard, especially if you hear something confirmed from people who are supposed to…
Episode 236: NRA Carry Guard Training with Navy SEAL Eric Frohardt
Today Riley and Jacob interview Eric Frohardt, former Navy Seal, gun range owner, and Director of Education and Training for the NRA. We will talk with him today about his military experiences, TV appearances, and what he is up to with the NRA Carry Guard program. Eric is well-respected for his approach to shooting, tactics and instruction. This interview is sure to have information and pointers that will make a difference in your shooting.
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!
Breath: The Most Underrated Shooting Fundamental
Stance. Grip. Sight alignment. Sight picture. Breath. Trigger press. Follow through. These are the seven fundamentals that every competent shooter applies, even if they don’t call them by those labels.…
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 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.
Shooting the Mini Casino Drill
Shooting the Mini Casino Drill The Casino Drill is the brain child of instructor Tom Givens. It is a 21 round drill with a 21 second PAR that involves shooting…
