red dots

S12E14: Red Dots on Carry Guns…Are They Worth It?

By Riley Bowman / November 7, 2025

Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss the pistol optics and why we think it’s important to start considering them, if you’re not already. There is quite a bit of data that supports the efficacy of using them in a defensive context. How about you…do you think red dots on pistols are a good idea? Do you or will you use them on your carry gun? Tune in to learn more!

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Episode 378: Making it Easy to Get Your Hits at Long Range – Jason Wilson of Lucid Optics

By Riley Bowman / December 26, 2019

Today, Riley plays back the interview he did together with Jason Wilson, Founder and CEO of Lucid Optics, at the 2019 Ballistic Summit. They talk optics, long-range shooting, follow-through, and more. This is a little bit different content from our normal episodes, but we thought it would be fun for a little change. Happy Holidays!

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BONUS Episode: Jerry Miculek Talks About Gun Choice and Aging Eyes

By Riley Bowman / August 3, 2018

Today Riley plays back the interview he did recently with Jerry Miculek. Jerry has been shooting and dominating the sport for a long time. Chances are there isn’t anything he hasn’t seen! He has some great advice for newer shooters, talks about gun choice and selection, what sort of adaptations he’s had to make as his body has aged and his eyes have changed, and he shares the story of how he first got into competitive shooting.

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