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Glock Bans Spread: 4 States Outlaw "Convertible Pistols"
Court Decisions

Glock Bans Spread: 4 States Outlaw “Convertible Pistols”

California, New York, Maryland, and Connecticut have banned “convertible pistols,” meaning Glocks, even though Glock switches are already a federal crime. Here’s where every state stands and why the courts are likely to overturn it.

S13E21: Legislative Updates - The Glock Wars
Podcast

S13E21: Legislative Updates – The Glock Wars

In this episode we cover a range of legislative and legal developments affecting firearms owners, including Colorado’s permit-to-purchase system and similar proposals in states such as New York, California, Illinois, and Maryland. We also discuss a New Jersey subpoena for…

DOJ Steps In To Stop Assault Weapon Bans
Politics

DOJ Steps In To Stop Assault Weapon Bans

The DOJ steps in to stop assault weapon bans, filing briefs against unconstitutional gun restrictions in Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s why it matters for the Second Amendment.

Illinois Expands Firearm Storage Law to Cover All Minors
Law

Illinois Expands Firearm Storage Law to Cover All Minors

“Illinois expands its firearm storage law with the Safe Gun Storage Act, extending requirements from homes with children under 14 to all minors under 18. Learn about penalties, enforcement, and what gun owners need to know before the law takes effect in 2026

S11E5: Mom Defends Against Multiple Intruders...WITH BABY IN HER ARMS!
Podcast

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.

S10E6: How to Deal With Gear Snobs Like Riley
Podcast

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.

S10E5: JUSTIFIED SAVES - Woman Saved by the Uber Driver From a Naked Man
Podcast

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.

S9E17: Get Ready...Ammo Prices Will be Going up Again
Podcast

S9E17: Get Ready…Ammo Prices Will be Going up Again

Riley and Brian bring to you our monthly “News Episode.” Today we discuss what’s driving the coming ammunition price hikes, how one state is trying to surveil lawful Americans making firearms purchase, and about the proposed semi-automatic gun ban that you should be paying attention to. Tune in…

S7E14: Legislative Updates - Handgun Ban in Canada
Podcast

S7E14: Legislative Updates – Handgun Ban in Canada

Riley and Matthew discuss Legislative News from around the world including stories about how there’s disagreement apparently between members of the Senate and the ATF on the “Ghost Gun Rule.” We take a look at the mess regarding concealed carry in the state of New York and we discuss the travesty taking place across our northern border where Canadian PM, Justin Trudeau, has implemented a freeze on all handgun purchases and transfers throughout the country.

S2E11: JUSTIFIED SAVES - Brother Against Brother
Podcast

S2E11: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Brother Against Brother

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the last month’s JUSTIFIED SAVE–or Defensive Gun Use (DGU)–stories including some big-time lessons learned, some things that went great…and other things that went terribly… Tune in!

Episode 495 - Victim Charged With Homicide
Podcast

Episode 495 – Victim Charged With Homicide

Jacob and Matthew cover DGU news stories. One startling where a serious misstep causes the victim of the crime to be charged with homicide for their attempt to defend themselves.