S12E7: Talking First Person Defender w/ Ryan Gresham of Gun Talk

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About This Episode:

In this episode, I engage with Ryan Gresham from Gun Talk Media to explore self-defense and firearms training.

Ryan shares insights into Gun Talk Media, particularly the evolution of the web series First Person Defender, which simulates real-life self-defense scenarios for participants. We analyze specific episodes, such as one showcasing alternative self-defense strategies with non-lethal tools, emphasizing the need for realistic training and quick decision-making in stressful situations.

Ryan stresses the significance of mental preparedness, situational awareness, and continuous education for responsible gun ownership, urging listeners to cultivate a thoughtful approach to self-defense and personal safety.

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About Riley Bowman

Riley Bowman is the Director of Training at ConcealedCarry.com and the Host of the Concealed Carry Podcast. He came up in this world initially through his 8-year experience with a state-level law enforcement agency in Colorado. Riley has trained extensively under instructors such as: Rob Leatham, Mike Seeklander, Tim Herron, Scott Jedlinski, Matt Little, Kyle Lamb, Dave Spaulding, Jeff Gonzales, Bill Blowers, Chuck Pressburg, and others, amassing many hundreds of hours of formal shooting and tactics training. He is an NRA Pistol Instructor, a Colorado P.O.S.T. Handgun and Patrol Rifle Instructor, a graduate of Trident Concepts Concealed Carry Instructor course, and a Modern Samurai Project Endorsed Instructor. He also competes in USPSA and 3-gun competitions, is a multiple-division USPSA Colorado State Champion, and also has multiple top-25 finishes at USPSA and IPSC National Championships in multiple divisions.

2 Comments

  1. Stepvenlau on August 9, 2025 at 12:27 am

    Really appreciated this episode. The deep dive into First Person Defender as a training tool that simulates real‑life defensive decisions especially the discussion around non‑lethal options was not only informative but thought-provoking. Do you plan to explore scenarios emphasizing de-escalation or maybe videographer POV formats to further sharpen decision-making under stress?

    • Jacob Paulsen on August 9, 2025 at 6:04 pm

      Stephvenlau that is good feedback for the Gun Talk Media team. I’ll pass it along.

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