84 attendees, 28+ states, 61 class sessions, about 78,000 rounds and 280 gallons of water. Here’s what happened at the 2026 Guardian Conference, plus early bird tickets for 2027.
Today we’re unpacking the whole thing — including a concept called Passive Recoil Management and why it might be the single biggest technical mindset shift you can make as a handgun shooter. If you’ve ever felt like your recoil control was your ceiling — this episode is for you. Tune in so you don’t miss!
Red dot myths continue to hold back concealed carriers. We break down five common handgun red dot misconceptions and explain what actually matters for defensive use.
We’re rolling out a free 3-part video series that dives into pistol-mounted optics—busting myths, explaining pros and cons, and simplifying key features like footprints and reticles. Don’t miss this week’s releases.
Smith & Wesson has unveiled the new M&P Shield X, a feature-rich micro-compact with optics-ready slide, 15+1 capacity, and integrated rail. See what’s new and what to know before buying.
An overview of all the various training pistols, targets, cards, and other tools designed to enhance your dryfire training experience and results. There are as many dry fire techniques as there are products to support them!
Drawing from personal experiences, I demonstrate that training with red dots is manageable and share practical tips for effective use in defensive situations. My goal is to provide accurate insights, dispel myths, and inspire confidence in adopting red dot technology within the concealed carry community.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed SB25-003 into law, imposing permits, training, and background checks for semi-auto firearm purchases—sparking backlash and likely legal challenges.
In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we discuss gear trends from a recent training class, highlighting popular firearms and the increasing use of optics. I, Riley Bowman, and co-host Jacob Paulsen examine reasons participants chose different equipment than their everyday carry, addressing the dual benefits of familiar versus new gear.
This year at SHOT Show 2025 Aimpoint and Glock announced and released a new
Walther followed up its new PDP-F Series semi-auto handgun, designed specifically for females, with
Riley Bowman brings Scott Jedlinski back to the show to discuss red dot pistols. This is a fast evolving world in the realm of pistols and associated equipment, so we’ll get an update from Scott on what he’s seeing in the industry and training community. If you’re considering or are already using a red dot optic on a pistol, you’ll want to tune-in to today’s episode!
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Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the topic of how to evaluate and ultimately select the right home defense firearm. There are many factors to consider, and we’ll discuss what those factors are and where the choice of firearm comes into play. Tune in!
More guns than ever are being released in the 5.7 cartridge. Just to name
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