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What Four Recent Doorway Shootings Teach Armed Homeowners
Real-world analysis of four recent doorway shootings and the critical lessons for armed homeowners. Learn when deadly force is justified, why you shouldn’t shoot through doors, and how our Door Ambush and Complete Home Defense courses can help you make the right decisions.
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Citizens—Armed and Unarmed—Stop Mass Stabbing at Michigan Walmart
Eleven people were stabbed at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan—but thanks to quick action by armed and unarmed citizens, the attacker was stopped before police arrived.
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Las Vegas Road Rage Ends in Self-Defense Shooting After Knife Attack
A road rage incident in Las Vegas ended in a defensive shooting after a knife-wielding man attacked another driver. Learn what happened and how to prepare for similar situations.
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S11E17: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Workplace Shooting Stopped by Co-Worker
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we examine self-defense rights for individuals aged 18 to 20 amidst varying state laws. We discuss the federal restrictions on handgun purchases, recent legislative changes in states like Iowa and Colorado, and the implications of significant court rulings on age-based carry rights.
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Armed Dog Walker Ends Deadly Knife Attack in Spokane
A peaceful dog walk turned into a fight for survival when a knife-wielding attacker charged an innocent man. Thankfully, the man was armed, acted fast, and likely prevented more bloodshed.
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Army Medic Returns Fire and Saves Life with Improvised Chest Seal
When gunfire erupted outside his home, Army medic Sgt. Brian Lieberman grabbed a gun, engaged the shooter, and saved a wounded teen using an improvised chest seal. His actions earned the Soldier’s Medal—and saved lives.
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S11E12: Defending the Driveway – Self-defense Lessons From the Last 30 Days
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we examine recent self-defense incidents tied mostly to vehicle thefts and the risks involved in confronting criminals. We discuss cases from Tulsa, Baton Rouge, and Manitou Springs, highlighting the rapid escalation of conflicts and the dangers of direct engagement with thieves.
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Defensive Gun Use Roundup: March 2025
A roundup of 33 defensive gun use incidents from March 2025, highlighting armed citizens who protected themselves or others in response to crimes like home invasions, assaults, and robberies.
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S11E9: Cops Responding to Citizen Defender Offer Critical Lessons
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we analyze a tense armed robbery in Los Angeles, featuring civilians who bravely intervened against an attacker with an AK-74. We discuss the challenges faced by police during their response and the importance of clear communication to prevent tragic mistakes.
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S11E6: 5 Lessons to Learn From a CCWer’s Ultimate Sacrifice
We revisit a profound discussion from our archives centered around a tragic event involving Anthony TJ Antell, a Marine and CrossFit gym owner. This conversation, originally recorded in March 2017, highlights essential lessons for concealed carriers following an incident in a Walgreens parking lot where Anthony intervened during a domestic violence episode.
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S11E5: Mom Defends Against Multiple Intruders…WITH BABY IN HER ARMS!
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we discuss a series of justified self-defense stories in our “Justified Saves” segment. We delve into critical self-defense incidents, including a mom defending her children in their home against armed intruders and a road rage situation.
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S10E15: I Was Shot in the Head But Stayed in the Fight
An interview with Jarred Slocum, a former police officer with El Cajon Police Department, a suburb of San Diego. In August of 2011 Jarred was shot in the head responding to a suspected domestic violence situation. Luckily he survived to tell the story which we had the exclusive privilege of bringing to you today through the Concealed Carry Podcast.
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S10E12: I Felt The Bullet Go Through My Arm and Hit My Gun
Today we had the privilege of sitting down and talking with Ty Fredericks, a pizza delivery driver that still carries the bullet that wounded him from an attempted robbery where he was forced to defend himself with his gun. You don’t want to miss his incredible story of resiliency and survival, listen to today’s episode now!
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S10E6: How to Deal With Gear Snobs Like Riley
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian ‘Doc” McLaughlin discuss quality gear, what is good enough, what isn’t, how to select quality gear judiciously, and where to spend our dollars most efficiently.
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S10E5: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Woman Saved by the Uber Driver From a Naked Man
Today we have plenty to discuss as we break down multiple events including carjackings, attempted robberies, home invasions, and more. We’ll cover some interesting stories today including one where a 17-year-old carrying a pistol and involved in a shooting was ruled favorably as justified defense.
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